3 years, 10 months ago

Not Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli! Mohammad Amir Names The Toughest Batsman To Bowl Against

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Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir, who shocked the entire cricketing world by announcing sudden retirement last year, is now turning heads for making another statement on Team India captain Virat Kohli and limited overs format vice-captain Rohit Sharma. READ | Absconding Murder Accused Sushil Kumar Spotted At Meerut Toll Plaza By Delhi Police Rohit and Virat are ranked among the best batsmen of limited overs format currently. When Aamir was asked about bowling against these two batsmen, he said," While bowling I swear, I didn’t find bowling to Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma difficult. Virat Kohli, I find it slightly tough because he handles pressure conditions really well,” Amir told Cricwick in an interview.

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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Virat Kohli names toughest bowler ever faced, RCB star says ‘every ball is like a mind game’

Live Mint

Virat Kohli has picked national teammate Jasprit Bumrah as the toughest bowler he has ever faced in his career. Virat Kohli first faced Jasprit Bumrah at the top level during the 2013 edition of the Indian Premier League. In fact, Virat Kohli was Jasprit Bumrah's first-ever IPL wicket when Royal Challengers Bengaluru hosted Mumbai Indians in 2013. While Virat Kohli …

3 weeks, 4 days ago

Rohit Sharma is a hardworking guy, easy to point finger at anyone: Harbhajan Singh

India Today

Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has extended support to India captain Rohit Sharma following distasteful remarks on his fitness by Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed. Harbhajan also shared his views on the controversy and said that it’s easy for people to point a finger at someone, but people need to understand the pressure of playing for one’s country. Rohit Sharma must …

3 weeks, 6 days ago

Watch: Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma bromance stands out in emotional celebration

India Today

Virat Kohli did not hold back, letting his emotions flow in the dressing room after India secured a place in the Champions Trophy 2025 final by defeating arch-rivals Australia in the semi-final on Tuesday, March 4. WATCH: RAW EMOTIONS IN THE INDIAN DRESSING ROOM Kohli also shared warm hugs with Australia’s stand-in captain Steve Smith and all-rounder Glenn Maxwell, his …

3 weeks, 6 days ago

Rohit hails Kohli after match-winning knock in Champions Trophy semi-final: 'He has done it for us for so many years'

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Virat Kohli dished out a superb 84 off 98 balls as India recovered from a shaky start to defeat Australia by six wickets and confirm their place in the final of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy. AP Captain Rohit Sharma credited the Indian team for their “very clinical” batting performance following their four-wicket victory over Australia in their Champions Trophy …

4 weeks ago

Virat Kohli shakes Rohit Sharma vehemently in unbridled expression of joy as India overcome Australia hurdle

Hindustan Times

Just like that, India made it to their third successive ICC Men's Champions Trophy final. Virat Kohli gave a warm hug to Rohit Sharma after India defeated Australia. Virat also shook Rohit vehemently as India got past the Australia hurdle in a knockout match. The former India captain Kohli also exchanged pleasantries with Australia captain Steve Smith and possibly applauded …

4 weeks, 1 day ago

Virat Kohli touches Axar Patel’s feet as spinner clinches Kane Williamson’s wicket; video goes viral

Live Mint

Amidst all the talk of ODI cricket dying, there is never a dull moment when Virat Kohli plays, no matter the format. In the latest incident on Sunday, Virat Kohli tried to touch spinner Axar Patel's feet after he took the crucial wicket of Kane Williamson. In the video, which has now gone viral on social media, Kohli walks up …

1 month, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma dares Virat Kohli to hit a six with century on the line and India just two runs from win vs PAK - Video

Hindustan Times

Virat Kohli reaffirmed his dominance over Pakistan in ICC tournaments with a majestic unbeaten century, leading India to a commanding six-wicket victory in the Champions Trophy on Sunday. The batting maestro, who has so often produced brilliant performances Pakistan on the biggest stage, delivered yet another masterclass – this time a well-crafted 100* off 111 balls – to steer India …

1 month, 1 week ago

How Virat Kohli conquered his spin demons to demolish Pakistan in Dubai

India Today

The wish of over a billion cricket fans in India was fulfilled as they got to see their favourite sight of star India batter Virat Kohli raising his bat to celebrate his century against Pakistan on Sunday, February 23 in Dubai. Having been dismissed against spin time and again in recent times, Kohli was determined to work on his weakness …

1 month, 1 week ago

Virat Kohli trying ‘bit too hard’, in ‘middle the ball vs scoring runs’ battle; formers decode India batter’s struggles

Live Mint

Virat Kohli is trying a ‘bit too hard’ and is caught in ‘middle the ball vs scoring runs’ battle in his effort to come out of the lean patch, felt former cricketers Robin Uthappa and Anil Kumble. Former batter, Robin Uthappa, who has shared the same dressing room with Virat Kohli in national team and Indian Premier League, opined the …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma is way better than Virat Kohli and Babar: Former Pakistan bowler

India Today

Former Pakistan fast bowler Abdur Rauf Khan has rated India captain Rohit Sharma a better batter than his teammate Virat Kohli and Pakistan star Babar Azam. Ever since Babar’s rise in international cricket, Pakistan fans have often compared him with the star India batter Virat Kohli for his batting exploits. However, he also mentioned Rohit Sharma’s name, calling him the …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma captured consoling Virat Kohli after dismissal in third England ODI: WATCH

India TV News

The white-ball series between England and India came to its conclusion with the Indian team emerging victorious. From Shubman Gill's consistent knocks to Rohit Sharma's rampage in Cuttack, the ODI series proved to be one to remember for the fans. The veteran batter had failed to perform in the second ODI after missing the first one and just had the …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Enjoyed Scoring Runs, Broke Down My Innings In Pieces While Batting: Rohit Sharma

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Indian skipper Rohit Sharma said on Sunday that he “enjoyed” scoring a hundred for the team, and attributed his century to him “breaking down” his batting approach here on Sunday. I wanted to bat as deep as possible and that was my focus.” Rohit said he wanted place the ball precisely in the gaps as the England bowlers were aiming …

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI: Rohit's Lean Run, Fit-Again Kohli In Focus As India Eye Series Win Over England

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI: Rohit's Lean Run, Fit-Again Kohli In Focus As India Eye Series Win Over England

ABP News

The barren run of skipper Rohit Sharma and the selection conundrum that a fit-again Virat Kohli’s return poses are the towering obstacles in India's quest for a series win against England in the second ODI here on Sunday. India had taken a 1-0 lead after their four-wicket win at Nagpur and there was good news for the fans as batting …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ravichandran Ashwin reacts to Rohit Sharma's poor form; expects critics to stop when India captain performs

India TV News

India captain Rohit Sharma is facing a slump in form. Later, he flopped on his Ranji Trophy return and in the first ODI against England, Rohit scored only two. His form is a matter of huge concern for India ahead of the Champions Trophy and the remaining two matches against England will be a good platform for the 37-year-old to …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Watch: Virat Kohli fan left disappointed after batter's Nagpur ODI miss

India Today

Despite India’s four-wicket win over England in the first ODI of their three-match series in Nagpur, the absence of Virat Kohli left some fans disheartened. With the series serving as crucial preparation for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy, Kohli’s unavailability due to a sore right knee was confirmed by captain Rohit Sharma at the toss on February 6. His aggressive …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

What kind of question is that? Rohit Sharma stunned by reporter's 'Hitman' jibe in Nagpur

India Today

Rohit Sharma has faced numerous tough spells as an opening batter in cricket. However, the Indian cricket team captain did not expect the kind of bouncer he encountered early in the press conference in Nagpur, held on the eve of the ODI series opener against England. A reporter asked Rohit Sharma if he was prepared for the challenge in ODI …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma vs Virat Kohli In Domestic Cricket: Who Stands Out?

ABP News

Indian cricket team's humiliating 3-1 defeat in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia led to widespread criticism of the team. Meanwhile, Let's have a look at Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's domestic cricket records. Rohit Sharma's record in domestic cricket Rohit Sharma's domestic cricket achievements highlight his consistency and reliability as a batter. With India's all matches scheduled in Dubai's challenging …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

If you want to wake Virat Kohli up, tell there's a match vs Pakistan: Shoaib Akhtar

India Today

Legendary Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has backed Virat Kohli to regain his form, emphasising that the star batter will face his favourite opponents, Pakistan, in the upcoming Champions Trophy one-day tournament. Speaking to India Today’s sister channel SportsTak, Akhtar expressed confidence in a "cracker of a contest" between India and Pakistan during the premier eight-team competition, starting February 19. …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma-Virat Kohli conundrum: Can India afford to delay tough calls?

India Today

“Retirement is in your hand, but playing for India is not,” remarked Sanjay Manjrekar in a candid and pointed assessment of the future of Indian cricket's superstar players. You can decide your future regarding retirement, but it’s someone else’s job to decide your future as a player and captain,” the former batter-turned-pundit said, responding to Rohit Sharma’s revealing interview with …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Manjrekar sends clear message to Agarkar regarding Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli: ‘How long to play, is upto selectors’

Hindustan Times

India crumbled to a defeat against Australia in the fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match in Sydney, losing the series 1-3. India’s campaign was filled with controversy, where fans saw Virat Kohli have a meltdown with Australian reporters in an airport, and then the former captain also had a shoulder bump controversy with Sam Konstas. India's Rohit Sharma gestures …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohit, Virat urged to play country cricket after BGT flop show; Ex-India star says ‘England will be same’

Live Mint

Veteran Indian batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's struggle runs have intensified especially during the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy. With India not playing Test cricket for a while, the team management and selectors will have a big call to make on the future of senior cricketers and the future of the team going forward. Sanjay Manjrekar wants Virat Kohli - …

Selectors inform Rohit Sharma he is no longer needed in Tests, to meet Virat Kohli to plan next stage of Indian cricket

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2 months, 4 weeks ago

Selectors inform Rohit Sharma he is no longer needed in Tests, to meet Virat Kohli to plan next stage of Indian cricket

Hindustan Times

India captain Rohit Sharma opted to "rest" for the final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground. During the toss, Jasprit Bumrah walked out as the visitors' captain, and it was then that he revealed Rohit decided to "rest" from the crucial Sydney Test, where India have a chance to level the five-match series and …

2 months, 4 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma likely to 'pull the plug' on Tests after skipping series finale in Australia

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Indian captain Rohit Sharma's Test career appears to be in limbo after he was left out of the side for the New Year's Test in Sydney. India bats first in series finale at the SCG after Rohit 'opted to rest' Photo shows Jasprit Bumrah leads India out onto the SCG India confirmed a bold team decision at the toss as …

2 months, 4 weeks ago

Clarke defends ‘great guy’ Virat Kohli's actions: ‘He was getting frustrated with lack of respect Sam showing to Bumrah’

Hindustan Times

Former Australia skipper Michael Clarke has come in support of Indian star batter Virat Kohli for his on-field altercation with Australia youngster Sam Konstas in the Boxing Day Test. India's Virat Kohli, talks to Australia's Sam Konstas, second left, as Australia's Usman Khawaja, right, looks on during play on the first day of the fourth cricket test between Australia and …

3 months ago

VIDEO | Rohit, Virat need to fire if we are to level the series against Australia: Madan Lal

The Hindu

Former India cricketer Madan Lal feels that India lost the Boxing day Test match due to its own errors and emphasised that Captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli need to contribute more if India is to draw the series. He expressed concern at Rohit and Kohli’s form “Virat and Rohit have to score if we are to level the series, …

3 months ago

‘Footwork Not...’: Ravi Shastri's Take On Rohit Sharma’s Future In Tests Amid Prolonged Batting Struggles

ABP News

Melbourne: Former India coach Ravi Shastri believes that Virat Kohli still has 3-4 years of cricket left in him, but skipper Rohit Sharma may need to assess his future after the ongoing series against Australia, considering his prolonged struggle with form and technique in the traditional format of the game. Rohit has managed just 31 runs across five innings, scoring …

3 months ago

'No comparison between Rohit and Kohli', Indian captain 'looking down in doldrums': Manjrekar hits the nail on its head

Hindustan Times

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar said using the same yardstick while assessing Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's Test performances is unfair. Sanjay Manjrekar believes there is no comparison between Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. "I must say there is no comparison between Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli as Test batters. He has the power to do what's best for Indian …

3 months, 1 week ago

IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test: Rohit Sharma Fires Back With A No-Nonsense Response To Question On India’s Batting Order

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Melbourne: Ahead of the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne, India captain Rohit Sharma has backed star batter Virat Kohli to come back strong in the remainder of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia. He was also struggling in the three-Test home series against New Zealand, which India lost 3-0 to dent their World Test Championship final hopes. With the ongoing …

3 months, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma provides fitness update after getting hit on knee, refuses to discuss batting position

Firstpost

India captain Rohit Sharma, who has returned to the middle order in the ongoing Test series against Australia, had been hit on the knee during a training session at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Sunday and was seen sitting with an ice pack on the affected area. India captain Rohit Sharma is under pressure to regain his form with the …

3 months, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma breaks silence on Virat Kohli's outside off-stump woes: ‘You only said he’s a modern-day great'

Hindustan Times

India captain Rohit Sharma ended his silence on Virat Kohli's struggles with deliveries outside the off stump. In his unique style, Rohit first broke into laughter and then replied to the reporter using his own words when asked about Kohli's form in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. India's captain Rohit Sharma, right, and teammate Virat Kohli leave the field The former …

3 months, 1 week ago

Boxing Day Test: Virat Kohli looks rock solid in nets, urges fans not to make noise

India Today

Star India batter Virat Kohli was seen fine-tuning his skills in the nets at the Melbourne Cricket Ground ahead of the crucial Boxing Day Test against Australia. On the Indian stalwart's form and his alleged weakness outside off-stump, Rohit said Kohli would find a way out of his rut. While his century in Perth propelled India to a memorable victory …

3 months, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma backs modern-day great Virat Kohli, tight-lipped about his batting order

India Today

India captain Rohit Sharma was in a playful mood as he addressed the press conference on Christmas Eve in Melbourne. Discussing his form and the team's plans for the much-anticipated Boxing Day Test, Rohit was at his inimitable best, fielding questions from reporters with enthusiasm. When asked if he had spoken to Virat Kohli about his much-discussed weakness with deliveries …

3 months, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma backs modern-day great Virat Kohli, tight-lipped about his batting order

India Today

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Virat Kohli takes charge at Gabba, captains Rohit Sharma; Mohammed Siraj delivers with Steve Smith’s wicket: Watch

Live Mint

Virat Kohli brought back memories of his captaincy days when he convinced current skipper Rohit Sharma for a successful ploy against Steve Smith on the fifth and final day of the ongoing third Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Gabba in Brisbane. Kohli, who was nearly, backed Siraj's decision of bowling over the wicket with Steve Smith and Travis …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Virat Kohli takes charge at Gabba, captains Rohit Sharma; Mohammed Siraj delivers with Steve Smith’s wicket: Watch

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Virat Kohli edged and gone: Fans slam pattern after India star flops in Brisbane

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Virat Kohli edged and gone: Fans slam pattern after India star flops in Brisbane

India Today

India star batter Virat Kohli's struggles against Australia’s bowlers continued as his innings ended early on Day 3 of the Brisbane Test. This dismissal not only intensified pressure on the Indian batting unit, which had already lost opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and then Shubman Gill to Mitchell Starc, but also exposed a recurring vulnerability in Kohli's game. Earlier in the innings, …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma's decision to bowl first left me surprised: Matthew Hayden

India Today

Former Australia cricketer Matthew Hayden revealed that Rohit Sharma’s decision to bowl first at the toss during the third Test against Australia in Brisbane left him surprised. The behaviour of the pitch made everyone question Rohit’s decision to bowl first and Matthe Hayden also weighed in his opinion on the matter. AUS vs IND 3rd Test Day 1 Live The …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma's decision to bowl first left me surprised: Matthew Hayden

India Today

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Onus on Rohit, Kohli as India gear up for potentially make-or-break Test

Hindustan Times

Brisbane, Rohit Sharma's elegance and Virat Kohli's class will face the ultimate 'Test' when India take on an Australian team eager to set the record straight on a spicy Gabba track in the third game of the Border-Gavaskar series, starting Saturday. Rohit, Kohli and the constant chatter ======================== The decibel levels of "outside noise" about the duo's waning form have …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Everyone knows Virat Kohli’s weakness’: Mohammed Kaif

Live Mint

Former India cricketer Mohammed Kaif has shared insights on Virat Kohli’s struggles against good length deliveries outside the off-stump. He has pointed out that Kohli’s dismissals often follow a predictable pattern, which even less-regular bowlers like Australia’s Scott Boland exploit effectively. In a video shared on his social media, Kaif emphasised that Kohli’s forward press, a tendency to commit to …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

The captains' clash: Rohit Sharma vs Virat Kohli in Tests, white-ball cricket

India Today

Few debates in Indian cricket stir as much fervour as the comparison between Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Rohit Sharma vs Virat Kohli: Record in SENA Countries The ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy is Rohit's second Test series as a captain in SENA countries. Rohit Sharma vs Virat Kohli: Runs as Test Captain While Kohli has been a more dominating captain than …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma gets support from 1983 World Cup winner after Adelaide loss

India Today

Former India cricketer Kirti Azad has jumped to Rohit Sharma’s defence after India’s crushing 10-wicket defeat in the second Test against Australia in Adelaide. Following India’s loss, Rohit has been subjected to widespread criticism for failing to lead his team from the front like Jasprit Bumrah did in the first Test. Further speaking ahead, Azad mentioned that the loss in …

Team India short changed by Rohit, Kohli and senior bowlers in Adelaide humbling

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Team India short changed by Rohit, Kohli and senior bowlers in Adelaide humbling

Firstpost

Skipper Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli failed to fire twice in as many days after Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj’s inability to make the brand new pink ball talk on Day 1 had a major effect on the fate of the second Test in Adelaide, which ended in a decisive Australian victory. Captain Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and the rest …

4 months ago

Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah absent from India vs Prime Minister’s XI practice game in Canberra; here’s why

Live Mint

At a time when the Indian cricket is making merry in Canberra against Australian Prime Minister's XI in a tour game on Sunday, Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah chose to knock around at nets. After Day 1 of the practice game was washed out on Saturday, play started on Sunday with India captain Rohit Sharma opting to field first. The …

4 months ago

Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah absent from India vs Prime Minister’s XI practice game in Canberra; here’s why

Live Mint

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Brett Lee tells Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma to 'get away from cricket' as India hit rock bottom: 'Word on the streets...'

Hindustan Times

Former Australia speedster Brett Lee has advised Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to take a bit of a break after the low of New Zealand but freshen up just in time for the five-Test series starting November 22 in Perth. Losing at home just before a series as high-profile against Australia is never good news, but Lee wants Kohli and …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Ex-BCCI chief selector's ramrod-straight take on Virat Kohli-Rohit Sharma's form: 'They're never in a lean or bad patch'

Hindustan Times

Ex-BCCI chief selector Chetan Sharma has jumped in support of senior India batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who have been under the scanners for their underwhelming performances in red-ball cricket. Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma underwent a rough patch this home Test season. Chetan, who worked closely with both Kohli and Rohit in the past, shut their critics and …

6 months, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma's muddled attempt to pull off a Virat Kohli in unmissable 'Abracadabra' act vs Bangladesh

Hindustan Times

India scripted a comfortable 280-run win against Bangladesh at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday to take an unassailable 1-0 lead in the two-Test series. Ravichandran Ashwin, who scored a record century in the first innings of the opening Test match, snared a six-wicket haul on Day 4, his fourth double of a hundred and a five-wicket haul …

6 months, 1 week ago

Tamim Iqbal feels R Ashwin is as important as Rohit, Virat for India's success in Tests

Hindustan Times

Chennai, : Former Bangladesh skipper Tamim Iqbal hailed Ravichandran Ashwin and said that he is as important as Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for India's success in Test cricket. Tamim Iqbal feels R Ashwin is as important as Rohit, Virat for India's success in Tests Rohit Sharma-led India clinched a massive 280-run win over Bangladesh in the first Test match …

6 months, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma Practises THIS Unorthodox Stroke To Counter Spin Threat Ahead Of India vs Bangladesh Tests; Picture Goes Viral

ABP News

Rohit Sharma will be back at the helm of affairs as India take on Bangladesh in a two-match Test series beginning on September 19 in Chennai. Take a look at the viral post here: Rohit Sharma plays a reverse sweep in the nets ahead of the big Test season.!!! The GOAT of test cricket getting ready @ImRo45 🐐🔥🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/PmJEJWLOVK — …

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