Kohli\'s legacy of creating benchmarks has left headache for his successor: Ashwin
2 years, 11 months ago

Kohli\'s legacy of creating benchmarks has left headache for his successor: Ashwin

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Seasoned off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin on Sunday penned an emotional note for former India skipper Virat Kohli following his decision to step down as Test captain. Ashwin said Kohli's legacy as a captain will stand for the kind of benchmarks he has set. Kohli's decision to leave Test captaincy comes a day after India lost the three-match Test series against South Africa on Friday. The former skipper holds the record for most Test appearances as India Test captain and he also holds the record for most Test wins by an Indian captain.

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I won't be surprised if Virat Kohli captains Test team again: Adam Gilchrist
1 day, 8 hours ago

I won't be surprised if Virat Kohli captains Test team again: Adam Gilchrist

India Today  

Legendary Australian wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist has voiced concerns about Jasprit Bumrah becoming India's full-time Test captain, citing workload challenges. While expressing doubts about Rohit Sharma’s future in the format, Gilchrist said he wouldn't be surprised if Virat Kohli agrees to take up the leadership role in the longest format of the game. Jasprit Bumrah, who led India to a win …

Virat Kohli hits new low in latest ICC Test rankings, drops out of top 25 after 12 years
1 day, 8 hours ago

Virat Kohli hits new low in latest ICC Test rankings, drops out of top 25 after 12 years

India TV News  

Virat Kohli failed to revive his downfall in Test cricket after struggling for form in the recent Boder-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. After scoring just 190 runs in the five-match Test series in Australia, the star Indian batter slipped out of the top 25 in the ICC Test batting rankings. He last witnessed a place out of the top 25 ICC Test …

Old flaws and new lows: Virat Kohli's stunning downfall in Test cricket in numbers
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2 days, 23 hours ago

Old flaws and new lows: Virat Kohli's stunning downfall in Test cricket in numbers

Hindustan Times  

The end of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy also marked the end of a nightmarish run for Virat Kohli in the 2024/25 season in which his flaws werwe exposed and exploited to the full. India's Virat Kohli reacts as he walks from the field after he was dismissed during play on the second day of the fifth cricket test between India and …

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma still hungry, can't talk about their future: Gautam Gambhir
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4 days, 8 hours ago

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma still hungry, can't talk about their future: Gautam Gambhir

India Today  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir remained reserved about the future of superstar batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in Test cricket, stating that it is up to the players to decide their own futures. Addressing the press after India’s six-wicket loss in the Sydney Test, which led to conceding the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Gambhir said he is confident that the two …

Virat Kohli is ‘an artist’: Social media makes fun of Indian cricket legend after another flop show at Sydney
5 days, 1 hour ago

Virat Kohli is ‘an artist’: Social media makes fun of Indian cricket legend after another flop show at Sydney

Live Mint  

Veteran Indian batsman Virat Kohli was dismissed again in a familiar pattern when he nicked a delivery from Scott Bolland outside off stump for his eighth caught-behind dismissal of the series. Kohli scored a boundary early in his innings on Saturday, but Bolland's persistent attack outside off stump meant that the veteran batsman was eventually dismissed on a single-digit score …

Masterclass: Acting captain Virat Kohli earns praise in Sydney Test after India take lead
5 days, 8 hours ago

Masterclass: Acting captain Virat Kohli earns praise in Sydney Test after India take lead

India Today  

The Indian cricket team fans were left in awe of Virat Kohli's captaincy after India were able to bundle out Australia for 181 runs and take the lead in the Sydney Test. AUS vs IND, Sydney Test Day 2: Live Updates Beau Webster and Pat Cummins were able to frustrate India for a bit before Nitish Reddy came in to …

Virat Kohli's future in Test cricket depends on Indian selectors: Sunil Gavaskar
5 days, 8 hours ago

Virat Kohli's future in Test cricket depends on Indian selectors: Sunil Gavaskar

India Today  

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has opened up about Virat Kohli’s future in Test cricket. He emphasised the importance of looking ahead, especially considering who will be available for the 2027 World Test Championship final. What I’ve been emphasising over the last 8–10 days is that we need to consider who will be available for the 2027 World Test Championship …

Who could be the eager 'interim Indian captain' saying 'juniors aren't ready'? All hints point towards a familiar face
1 week, 1 day ago

Who could be the eager 'interim Indian captain' saying 'juniors aren't ready'? All hints point towards a familiar face

Hindustan Times  

In the wake of India’s poor run in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, it seems cracks have appeared within the Indian dressing room. India's Rohit Sharma talks to his teammates before play on day five of the fourth Test against Australia It was reported by the Indian Express that the senior member has portrayed himself as the ‘Mr Fix-It’ to the …

Rohit Sharma’s captaincy in jeopardy as Team India’s ‘Mr Fix-It’ vies for leadership role: Report
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1 week, 1 day ago

Rohit Sharma’s captaincy in jeopardy as Team India’s ‘Mr Fix-It’ vies for leadership role: Report

Live Mint  

While doubts about Rohit Sharma's future prevail, a senior player in the Indian team has now positioned himself to take the World Cup-winning captain's job, as per a report by The Indian Express. The senior player, who is portraying themselves as ‘Mr Fix-It’, is convinced that young players in the Indian team are not yet ready to take over leadership …

Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma welcome new year 2025 in Sydney ahead of IND vs AUS BGT Test
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1 week, 1 day ago

Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma welcome new year 2025 in Sydney ahead of IND vs AUS BGT Test

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma were spotted on the streets of Sydney on New Year's Eve ahead of the upcoming IND vs AUS 5th Border-Gavaskar Test. Virat Kohli's performance in BGT series In the first Test, Kohli delivered an impressive performance in the second innings, staying not out at 100 runs from 143 balls. In the fourth Test, Kohli made …

ICC Test Rankings: Virat Kohli slips to 24th, Rohit Sharma on 40 after MCG Test
1 week, 1 day ago

ICC Test Rankings: Virat Kohli slips to 24th, Rohit Sharma on 40 after MCG Test

India Today  

Star India batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have suffered massive dips in the latest ICC Test rankings update on Wednesday, January 1. Following his continuous poor showing, the star batter has continued to experience drop in the Test batting rankings and now finds himself on the 24th spot with 633 ratings to his name. Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024: Full …

Virat Kohli’s former teammate blasts India batter over declining form in Tests, says ‘Even a young player will give…’
1 week, 1 day ago

Virat Kohli’s former teammate blasts India batter over declining form in Tests, says ‘Even a young player will give…’

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli's declining form in Test cricket over the past five years has been a major concern for the Indian cricket team. Considering a player of Kohli's stature, the former India captain's Test batting average of close to 28, has a drawn several question marks on his future in the longest format of the game. Along with India captain Rohit …

‘Succession policy must be clear’: 1983 World Cup winner on Virat Kohli’s retirement question
1 week, 2 days ago

‘Succession policy must be clear’: 1983 World Cup winner on Virat Kohli’s retirement question

Live Mint  

Veteran Indian batter Virat Kohli is once again in the news due to a lack of runs and his familiar troubles with deliveries outside the off stump. The experienced batter's recent performance have led to rising clamour among the cricketing circles over if he should announce his retirement from Test cricket and let a younger player take over. Former India …

Rohit Sharma admits to dip in form, captaincy amid calls for Test retirement
1 week, 3 days ago

Rohit Sharma admits to dip in form, captaincy amid calls for Test retirement

India Today  

Captain Rohit Sharma acknowledged that both his batting form and captaincy have fallen short of expectations but chose to remain non-committal about his future in the Test team. Rohit faced tough questions during the press conference after India’s defeat in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne, where they failed to salvage a draw on the final day. AUS vs IND, …

Rohit Sharma admits to dip in form, captaincy amid calls for Test retirement
1 week, 3 days ago

Rohit Sharma admits to dip in form, captaincy amid calls for Test retirement

India Today  

Captain Rohit Sharma acknowledged that both his batting form and captaincy have fallen short of expectations but chose to remain non-committal about his future in the Test team. Rohit faced tough questions during the press conference after India’s defeat in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne, where they failed to salvage a draw on the final day. AUS vs IND, …

‘In his element': Virat Kohli sparks captaincy buzz online after instructing teammates against Australia at the MCG
1 week, 4 days ago

‘In his element': Virat Kohli sparks captaincy buzz online after instructing teammates against Australia at the MCG

Hindustan Times  

Indian cricketer Virat Kohli, once again stole the spotlight during the fourth Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Melbourne, Australia. On Day 4 of the match, despite not officially leading the team, Virat’s animated on-field presence—offering tactical advice, adjusting field placements, and engaging bowlers—ignited speculation about his potential return to captaincy. Fielding at second slip during Australia’s second innings, the …

'Virat Kohli back as captain' as animated gestures on Day 4 in presence of Rohit Sharma leaves commentators guessing
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1 week, 4 days ago

'Virat Kohli back as captain' as animated gestures on Day 4 in presence of Rohit Sharma leaves commentators guessing

Hindustan Times  

It hasn't been a series to remember for Rohit Sharma so far. Amid the chatter, Virat Kohli sparked a fresh hope among fans on social media as his animated field gestures on Day 4 of the fourth Test left fans wondering if he had taken over the captaincy role again. India's Virat Kohli reacts on day four of the fourth …

Respect beyond rivalry: Virat Kohli wins hearts with special Steve Smith gesture
1 week, 6 days ago

Respect beyond rivalry: Virat Kohli wins hearts with special Steve Smith gesture

India Today  

After facing criticism for his on-field altercation with Sam Konstas, Virat Kohli once again showed his sportsmanship with a heartwarming gesture towards Steve Smith in the Boxing Day Test. The International Cricket Council fined Kohli 20% of his match fees and handed him one demerit point for shoulder-charging Australian youngster Sam Konstas during the opening day of the Test. Meanwhile, …

IND vs AUS, 4th Test: What is Virat Kohli’s record at the MCG?
2 weeks ago

IND vs AUS, 4th Test: What is Virat Kohli’s record at the MCG?

The Hindu  

India will be looking for Virat Kohli to arrest his declining form when it takes the field against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Boxing Day. In the 6 innings Kohli has played at the MCG, he has scored 316 runs at an average of 52.66. Kohli’s record at the MCG: Matches played: 3 Innings: 6 Runs scored: 316 …

These India cricketers, labelled modern-day legends, likely to end their careers having never played Tests vs Pakistan
2 weeks, 4 days ago

These India cricketers, labelled modern-day legends, likely to end their careers having never played Tests vs Pakistan

Hindustan Times  

Ravichandran Ashwin’s retirement from international cricket comes amidst a heated Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. While the spinner has been a star for India on several tours of Australia, found success in England, and helped establish an era of dominance at home, he still signals the first of a generation of Indian cricketers who have never taken part in what was once …

IND vs AUS: Virat Kohli eyes Sachin Tendulkar's historic Test record at MCG
2 weeks, 4 days ago

IND vs AUS: Virat Kohli eyes Sachin Tendulkar's historic Test record at MCG

India Today  

Virat Kohli is on the cusp of a massive record going into India’s fourth Test against Pat Cummins’ Australia, starting Thursday, December 26. The legendary Sachin Tendulkar currently holds the record with 449 runs from five Tests at an average of 44.90 and a strike-rate of 58.69 with a hundred and three fifties. Border Gavaskar Trophy Full Coverage Kohli is …

Rohit Sharma's Unwanted ODI Record: A Historic First No Indian Captain Would Want
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Rohit Sharma's Unwanted ODI Record: A Historic First No Indian Captain Would Want

ABP News  

The year 2024 has been a mixed journey for Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma. Also on ABP Live | IND vs AUS 4th Test: KL Rahul's Freak Injury Scare Caught On Camera - WATCH Also, Rohit became the first Indian captain to suffer a 3-0 home Test series loss. Indian cricket team, under captain Rohit, lost a Test series 3-0 …

Ravichandran Ashwin: Lesser-known records and milestones of the legendary Indian spinner
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Ravichandran Ashwin: Lesser-known records and milestones of the legendary Indian spinner

Hindustan Times  

Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday, marking the end of a glittering career that spanned over a decade. Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket at the end of the third India vs Australia Test in Brisbane. Lesser-known records of Ravichandran Ashwin Second most wickets at home by an Indian bowler Ashwin ended his career …

Ravichandran Ashwin retires from Tests: Let's take a look at his records in this format
3 weeks ago

Ravichandran Ashwin retires from Tests: Let's take a look at his records in this format

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : India's decorated off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin will go down as one of Indian cricket's all-time greats. Ravichandran Ashwin retires from Tests: Let's take a look at his records in this format From a sizeable wickets tally to an achievement that is the envy of Test all-rounders, here's a list of the records the 38-year-old holds as he called …

‘Emotional’ Virat Kohli lauds India legend Ravichandran Ashwin after shock retirement
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3 weeks ago

‘Emotional’ Virat Kohli lauds India legend Ravichandran Ashwin after shock retirement

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Cricket fraternity lauds Ravichandran Ashwin's illustrious Test career following his retirement
3 weeks ago

Cricket fraternity lauds Ravichandran Ashwin's illustrious Test career following his retirement

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : The cricketing fraternity took to social media to praise 38-year-old off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin following his announcement of retirement from Test cricket after the conclusion of the Brisbane Test at the Gabba on Wednesday. Cricket fraternity lauds Ravichandran Ashwin's illustrious Test career following his retirement India's celebrated off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin revealed his decision to retire from international cricket …

Kohli on Ashwin retirement: Your skill and match-winning contributions to Indian cricket are second to none
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Kohli on Ashwin retirement: Your skill and match-winning contributions to Indian cricket are second to none

The Hindu  

Indian off-spin stalwart Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday, following the conclusion of the third Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test against Australia in Brisbane. A prolific performer, Ashwin retired with 537 Test wickets at an average of 24, along with 3,503 runs, including six centuries. Dominating in home conditions for nearly a decade, Ashwin delivered many memorable performances, …

Ravichandran Ashwin makes special mention for 4 Indian teammates during retirement speech, says ’There’s a bit left…’
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ravichandran Ashwin makes special mention for 4 Indian teammates during retirement speech, says ’There’s a bit left…’

Live Mint  

Ravichandran Ashwin made a special mention for Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane and Cheteshwar Pujara during his retirement speech on Wednesday after the veteran off-spinner bid adieu to international cricket after an illustrious career that spanned for 14 years. Ashwin's retirement from international cricket came moments after India drew the third Test against Australia in the ongoing Border Gavaskar …

Ravichandran Ashwin retires from international cricket, finishes 2nd to Anil Kumble for most Test wickets among Indians
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ravichandran Ashwin retires from international cricket, finishes 2nd to Anil Kumble for most Test wickets among Indians

Live Mint  

Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from international cricket after India's draw against Australia in the third Test at the Gabba in Brisbane in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Watch Virat Kohli hugs Ravichandran Ashwin Ravichandran Ashwin's overall stats in international cricket Arguably one of the greatest spinners of all time, Ashwin leaves behind a legacy and finishes second after legendary …

Ravichandran Ashwin retires from international cricket, finishes 2nd to Anil Kumble for most Test wickets among Indians
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ravichandran Ashwin retires from international cricket, finishes 2nd to Anil Kumble for most Test wickets among Indians

Live Mint  

Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from international cricket after India's draw against Australia in the third Test at the Gabba in Brisbane in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Watch Virat Kohli hugs Ravichandran Ashwin Ravichandran Ashwin's overall stats in international cricket Arguably one of the greatest spinners of all time, Ashwin leaves behind a legacy and finishes second after legendary …

Ravichandran Ashwin, India's modern-day spin wizard, announces retirement from international cricket
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ravichandran Ashwin, India's modern-day spin wizard, announces retirement from international cricket

India TV News  

Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from international cricket. India's off-spinner played only a solitary Test in the ongoing Australia tour and finished with 537 wickets to his name. He played 107 Test matches for India picking a plethora of wickets at an average of 24 picking up a massive 37 five-wicket hauls and eight 10-wicket match hauls. The last …

Defeats galore and runs dry up: Is it the beginning of the end of Rohit Sharma's Test captaincy?
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Defeats galore and runs dry up: Is it the beginning of the end of Rohit Sharma's Test captaincy?

India TV News  

After India’s unexpected 0-3 Test series loss at home against New Zealand, Rohit Sharma said, "We are allowed one such performance in 12 years,” and some of us seemed to have accepted his reasoning given India’s success in red-ball cricket in the last few years. Image Source : INDIA TVRohit Sharma's downfall as Test captain in 2024 In the 2024-25 …

Virat Kohli experiences alarming dip in batting average as struggles continue in Test cricket
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Virat Kohli experiences alarming dip in batting average as struggles continue in Test cricket

Firstpost  

Virat Kohli’s struggles in Test cricket have become a growing concern, with his batting average witnessing a significant decline in recent matches. Virat Kohli’s struggle for runs has seen his batting average in Test cricket plummet to an eight-year low, raising more questions about his future with the Indian cricket team in the longer format. After scoring just three runs …

Virat Kohli's Test average falls to eight-year low, stands on brink of ignominious first after Gabba failure
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Virat Kohli's Test average falls to eight-year low, stands on brink of ignominious first after Gabba failure

Hindustan Times  

Concerns about Virat Kohli's form and future in the Test format continued after he was dismissed for just three runs in the first innings of the third Test match in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in Brisbane. India's Virat Kohli walks off the field after his dismissal off Australia's Josh Hazlewood on day three of the third Test match between Australia …

Sourav Ganguly back under-fire Virat Kohli to score 1 more hundred vs Australia
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Sourav Ganguly back under-fire Virat Kohli to score 1 more hundred vs Australia

India Today  

Former India skipper Sourav Ganguly has backed under-fire Virat Kohli to score another hundred in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Speaking exclusively to India Today after Day 4 of the Gabba Test match, Ganguly advised Kohli to leave more balls in the earlier part of his innings. Gabba Test, Day 4: Report | Highlights Ganguly also praised Bengal's Akash Deep, who …

IND vs AUS: Kohli's outside off-stump struggles continue with Gabba Test dismissal, Gavaskar urges batter to be patient
3 weeks, 3 days ago

IND vs AUS: Kohli's outside off-stump struggles continue with Gabba Test dismissal, Gavaskar urges batter to be patient

Firstpost  

Virat Kohli was dismissed by Josh Hazlewood during the third Test between Australia and India in Brisbane on Monday. AP Virat Kohli’s struggles in dealing with outside off-stump deliveries continued on Monday after he was dismissed by Josh Hazlewood on the third day of the third Test between Australia and India in Brisbane. IND vs AUS | Indian cricket team …

Virat Kohli blasted over 'poor, impatient' act as Sunil Gavaskar shows no mercy for reckless dismissal in Gabba Test
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Virat Kohli blasted over 'poor, impatient' act as Sunil Gavaskar shows no mercy for reckless dismissal in Gabba Test

Hindustan Times  

Different match, but the same story. In the first innings of the third Test against Australia at Gabba, Brisbane, Kohli went chasing a wide delivery off the bowling of Josh Hazlewood, and he ended up giving a simple catch to wicketkeeper Alex Carey. Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar came down hard on the Indian batter, who has just managed three …

'Get your batting right': Virat Kohli shaken up by 'five-year-struggle' reality as Andy Roberts loses hopes of revival
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4 weeks, 1 day ago

'Get your batting right': Virat Kohli shaken up by 'five-year-struggle' reality as Andy Roberts loses hopes of revival

Hindustan Times  

Former India captain Virat Kohli, on Tuesday, was shaken up up a hard-hitting reality on his ongoing struggle in Test cricket as West Indies' fast bowling legend Andy Roberts lost all hope of revival despite a century Perth against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series opener. India's Virat Kohli looks dejected and walks back to the pavilion after losing his …

OTD in 2014: Virat Kohli took charge of India's Test captaincy in Adelaide
1 month ago

OTD in 2014: Virat Kohli took charge of India's Test captaincy in Adelaide

India Today  

On December 9, 2014, Virat Kohli stepped into his first Test match as captain for India during the Adelaide Test against Australia. This match marked the beginning of a new era for Indian cricket, as Kohli’s aggressive and fearless leadership style came to the forefront. Memorable victories under his leadership include the 2–1 series win in Australia during 2018-19, marking …

Virat Kohli wastes no time in Gabba preparations, hits the nets after India's Adelaide defeat; leaves Gavaskar in awe
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1 month ago

Virat Kohli wastes no time in Gabba preparations, hits the nets after India's Adelaide defeat; leaves Gavaskar in awe

Hindustan Times  

Former India captain Virat Kohli wasted no time in gearing up for the third Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, slated to begin next Saturday in Brisbane, as he hit the nets moments after the tourists lost in Adelaide on Sunday. India's Virat Kohli walks back to the pavilion after his dismissal on the first day of the second …

Rohit Sharma equals Dhoni, Kohli in unwanted captaincy record, tasked with avoiding Tendulkar's streak in Brisbane
1 month ago

Rohit Sharma equals Dhoni, Kohli in unwanted captaincy record, tasked with avoiding Tendulkar's streak in Brisbane

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma’s struggle not just as a Test batter but also as a Test captain continued, as his return to the Indian setup coincided with the loss at the Adelaide Oval in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. There has been severe questioning of Rohit’s tactics and decisions as a Test match captain, especially following the 3-0 home whitewash loss to New Zealand, …

Virat Kohli has a serious technical issue to which he just can't find a solution: Sanjay Manjrekar
1 month ago

Virat Kohli has a serious technical issue to which he just can't find a solution: Sanjay Manjrekar

Firstpost  

Virat Kohli was dismissed for 11 on Day 2 of the second Test between India and Australia, falling victim to the fourth-stump line yet again and registering his third low score in four outings in the ongoing series. Virat Kohli fell victim to the off-stump line once again after getting caught-behind on 11 on Day 2 of the second Test …

Rohit Sharma matches Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni with horror run as Test captain
1 month ago

Rohit Sharma matches Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni with horror run as Test captain

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma's return to the team after his short family break was not successful. Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar, Datta Gaekwad and MK Pataudi are the five others to have lost 4 or more Test matches in a row as an India captain. IND vs AUS, 2nd Test: Highlights | Full Scorecard India captains who have lost …

Virat Kohli achieves batting nirvana; Dravid, Agarkar end 22 years of barren run: The best of India in Adelaide
1 month ago

Virat Kohli achieves batting nirvana; Dravid, Agarkar end 22 years of barren run: The best of India in Adelaide

Hindustan Times  

After a historic win at Perth, India have headed to Adelaide for the pink-ball Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. However, India do have some memorable matches at Adelaide where legendary players like Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid and Virat Kohli owned the stage with knocks for ages. The best of India in Adelaide Tests Dravid-Agarkar Special end barren run - 2003 …

Watch: Virat Kohli injured? Batter seen bandaged in Adelaide training
1 month ago

Watch: Virat Kohli injured? Batter seen bandaged in Adelaide training

India Today  

As Rohit Sharma-led India aims to extend their winning momentum in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, a video of star batter Virat Kohli receiving medical attention for a possible knee niggle has left fans concerned. The clip, which emerged from India’s training session ahead of the Day-Night Test in Adelaide starting from December 6, showed the team’s medical staff bandaging Kohli’s …

'...To allow Kohli to get 100 in that first Test, we've...': Clarke unhappy with Australia's strategy for India star
1 month, 1 week ago

'...To allow Kohli to get 100 in that first Test, we've...': Clarke unhappy with Australia's strategy for India star

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli was in vintage batting form as India defeated Australia by 295 runs in their Border-Gavaskar Trophy opener, in Perth. After managing only five runs off 12 balls in the first innings, the veteran India star smacked a dominant ton to lead his side to a famous victory. Top 15 buys at IPL 2025 Auction Share Via Copy Link …

Virat Kohli surpasses Babar, Labuschagne with big jump in ICC Test batting rankings after Perth ton
1 month, 1 week ago

Virat Kohli surpasses Babar, Labuschagne with big jump in ICC Test batting rankings after Perth ton

India TV News  

Virat Kohli's first international century in 2024 earned him a big boost in the updated ICC men's Test batting rankings on Wednesday. Kohli brought his 30th Test hundred, and 81st international century to jump 9 places up to the 13th position in the updated ICC Test batting rankings. He surpassed the likes of Marnus Labuschagne and Babar Azam, with the …

Virat Kohli closes in top 10 of Test batting rankings after Perth Test hundred
1 month, 1 week ago

Virat Kohli closes in top 10 of Test batting rankings after Perth Test hundred

India Today  

Star India batter Virat Kohli jumped nine places in the ICC Test batting rankings on Wednesday, November 27 after his magnificent hundred against Australia in Perth. Following his magnificent century, Kohli has jumped nine places in the ICC Test batting rankings to be at 13th spot. South Africa vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Day 1 Live ICC Test batting Rankings …

Virat Kohli above Joe Root among Test batters: Former Australia head coach
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Virat Kohli above Joe Root among Test batters: Former Australia head coach

India Today  

Former Australia cricketer and head coach Darren Lehmann has rated Virat Kohli above Joe Root among Test batters. Notably, Kohli recently scored his 30th Test century on Day 3 of the first Test against Australia at Optus Stadium in Perth. Following his century, Lehmann hailed Kohli for his return to form and rated him above star England batter Joe Root …

I just wanted to contribute to team's cause: Kohli after scoring 30th Test century
1 month, 2 weeks ago

I just wanted to contribute to team's cause: Kohli after scoring 30th Test century

The Hindu  

Virat Kohli swapped fluency with spunk to score his 30th Test hundred which took him past the incomparable Sir Donald Bradman’s tally in Perth on Sunday, and it was also one of the most significant knocks in a stellar career that is in its final chapter. Kohli’s unbeaten 100 against Australia at the Optus Stadium was his first hundred after …

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