2 months, 3 weeks ago

Virat Kohli accused of axing Yuvraj Singh after cancer battle: ‘Yuvi requested… my way or highway captain didn’t listen'

Considered to be among the greats in cricket, Yuvraj Singh was an action-packed all-rounder and one of India's best match-winners in white-ball cricket. Robin Uthappa opened up on Yuvraj Singh's axing from the Indian cricket team, while comparing Virat Kohli's captaincy to Rohit Sharma's. Speaking on Lallantop, former India cricketer Robin Uthappa, a former teammate of both cricketers, opened up on Yuvraj’s comeback from cancer while comparing Kohli’s captaincy to Rohit Sharma. Robin Uthappa tears into Virat Kohli “Virat’s style of captaincy was different to the extent that you needed to reach his level. One will value a lot, and the exclusive one will feel let down a lot.” Virat Kohli's role in Yuvraj Singh's India axing revealed Uthappa didn’t mince his words when talking about Kohli’s captaincy and indirectly blamed him for forcing Yuvraj out of the Indian team.

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14 hours, 16 minutes ago

Virat Kohli-Mohammed Siraj reunion makes fans emotional, ‘weird to see’ ex-RCBian in GT jersey: ‘Not mentally prepared’

Hindustan Times

Royal Challengers Bengaluru star batter Virat Kohli reunited with Gujarat Titans pacer Mohammed Siraj in the training session on Tuesday at M Chinnaswamy Stadium. A big section of RCB fans were not impressed with the franchise decision as they witnessed Siraj's growth from a rookie pacer to one of the best in the business at M Chinnaswamy Stadium. 'I don't …

Virat Kohli Challenges Yuvraj Singh's Legacy In Champions Trophy Final

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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Virat Kohli Challenges Yuvraj Singh's Legacy In Champions Trophy Final

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The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set for a thrilling conclusion as India takes on New Zealand in the final on March 9 in Dubai. A victory in Sunday's IND vs NZ Champions Trophy 2025 clash would secure India's third Champions Trophy title. Virat Kohli to surpass Yuvraj Singh in ODI appearances Former India skipper Virat Kohli is set to …

1 month, 1 week ago

Virat Kohli backed to play 2-3 more years, add 10-15 centuries: Former India star says ‘he chose his moment’

Live Mint

Former India captain Virat Kohli roared back to form on Sunday as he hit his 51st international ODI centruy againt arch rivals Pakistan during a Champions Trophy 2025 match. After the century Kohli has received piles of support from former Indian cricketer Navjot Singh Siddhu who said that the batsman will play for the next 2-3 years and score at …

2 months ago

Yuvraj Singh Returns! 2011 World Cup Hero To Represent India Once Again

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Indian cricket legend and one of the best spin all-rounders of all time, Yuvraj Singh, is set to return to the field. A key player in India's T20 World Cup 2007 and ODI World Cup 2011 wins, Yuvraj's comeback is sure to excite fans worldwide. Yuvraj Singh to represent India Masters in International Masters League The International Masters League, starting …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Yuvraj Singh defends Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir despite BGT debacle: ‘He needs more time…’

Live Mint

Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh has come out in support of Rohit Sharma, despite the continuous losses the team has suffered under his leadership. While describing the 3-0 whitewash by New Zealand as a "tougher pill to swallow", Yuvraj spoke about Sharma's achievements as captain, including winning the T20 World Cup last year and the IPL trophy five times. Team …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Yograj Singh makes massive statement for 2-time world champion son, says ‘if Yuvraj Singh had died from cancer…’

Live Mint

Yuvraj Singh's father, Yograj Singh, recently said he wanted India to win the 2011 World Cup at home, even if it came at the expense of his son's life. In a recent podcast, Unfiltered by Samdish, Yograj expressed he would have been proud if Yuvraj had even died during the 2011 World Cup, which saw India beat Sri Lanka in …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Did Virat Kohli end Yuvraj Singh’s career early? Ex-India star’s remarks spark controversy

Live Mint

Yuvraj is widely regarded as one of the most impactful batsmen India have ever produced. Yuvraj took the world by storm with his 6 sixes against Stuard Broad in the inaugural T20 World Cup, while he also impressed with his all-round talent during the 2011 mega event. Things changed a bit for Yuvraj after Virat Kohli took over the reins …

Uthappa holds Kohli indirectly responsible for cutting short Yuvraj's career

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Uthappa holds Kohli indirectly responsible for cutting short Yuvraj's career

The Hindu

Former batter Robin Uthappa has held Virat Kohli indirectly responsible for cutting short Yuvraj Singh's international career after he beat cancer to return to the team, saying the flamboyant all-rounder's request for certain fitness concessions was denied by the then-India captain. One of India's finest players in white-ball cricket, Yuvraj was one of the big reasons for the team's twin …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Virat Kohli cut short Yuvraj Singh's career? Uthappa reveals fitness test drama

India Today

Former batter Robin Uthappa has indirectly held Virat Kohli's captaincy responsible for cutting short Yuvraj Singh's international cricket career after the star all-rounder's cancer battle. Uthappa claimed that Yuvraj's request for certain fitness concessions, following his recovery from cancer, was denied by Kohli, who was then the captain of the Indian team. Yuvraj Singh, widely regarded as one of India's …

3 months 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 …

3 months, 1 week ago

'Anushka Found Virat Crying': Varun Dhawan's Emotional Revelation About 'Captain Kohli' - WATCH

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Virat Kohli's tenure as India's Test captain was marked by highs and lows, particularly during tours to SENA countries, where the competition was intense. Team India attaining the historic first-ever Test series win against Australia in Australia during the 2018-19 season was one of the standout achievements under Virat's captaincy. Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan, on Ranveer Allahbadia's podcast, revealed a …

5 months, 1 week ago

Virat Kohli and Sarfaraz Khan Reunite in India vs New Zealand Test

Hindustan Times

Virat Kohli and Sarfaraz Khan form a gritty partnership in the ongoing second innings of the first Test against New Zealand at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The duo, who had combined forces to possibly give one of the moments of IPL 2015, scored 136 runs together for the third wicket. Kohli and Khan's partnership helped India fight back …

6 months, 2 weeks ago

Virat Kohli Played Under Tejashwi Yadav's Captaincy. Fact Or Fiction?

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Tejashwi Yadavi, the Rashtriya Janta Dal leader, claimed in a bombshell interview that Team India star Virat Kohli played under his captaincy. READ HERE | Tejashwi Yadav Claims Virat Kohli Played Under His Captaincy In Domestic Cricket "I was a cricketer, and no one talks about it. Virat Kohli played in my captaincy — did anyone ever talk about it? …

7 months ago

‘MS Dhoni should look at his face in mirror’: Yograj Singh spits venom against Ex-IND skipper, claims not to forgive him

Hindustan Times

Yuvraj Singh's father and former cricketer Yograj Singh has once again fired shots at 2011 World Cup-winning skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni. Under Dhoni's captaincy, Yuvraj played a pivotal role in India's historic 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup triumphs. In an interview with the Zee Switch YouTube channel, Yograj blamed Dhoni once again for destroying Yuvraj's career …

9 months, 4 weeks ago

Yuvraj Singh snubs Australia for T20 World Cup final; endorses Virat Kohli to finish ICC event as leading run-getter

Hindustan Times

Legendary Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh wants Rohit Sharma's Team India to play to their own strengths at the T20 World Cup as cricket entered uncharted territory on Saturday. Yuvraj Singh endorses Virat Kohli to finish ICC World Cup event as leading run-getter The Men In Blue were last crowned champions in a major global tournament when MS Dhoni led the …

1 year, 4 months ago

‘I don’t talk to Kohli. He's busy…': After Dhoni revelation, Yuvraj says ‘big difference’ between Virat and ‘Cheeku’

Hindustan Times

When Virat Kohli broke into the Indian side, Yuvraj Singh was a senior member, a big star and someone who commanded respect. Yuvraj had already played two ODI World Cups, won a T20 World Cup, and become the first Indian cricketer to hit six sixes in an over before Kohli made his debut in 2008. Yuvraj Singh chats with Virat …

1 year, 4 months ago

Yuvraj Singh posts heartfelt message on Virat Kohli's 35th birthday: Everyone knew you were destined for greatness

India Today

Star India batter Virat Kohli celebrates his 35th birthday on November 5, 2023. ICC ODI World Cup 2023: Full Coverage | Points Table On Kohli's special occasion, former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh posted a heartfelt message for the player on Instagram. Virat Kohli and Yuvraj Singh won the ODI World Cup 2011 together. Currently the top Indian run-scorer in the …

1 year, 5 months ago

Yuvraj Singh Reveals His Role in Shubman Gill Miraculous World Cup Recovery Ahead Of IND Vs PAK World Cup Clash

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Yuvraj Singh, the Player of the Tournament of ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2011 which India had won, revealed how he motivated Shubman Gill who is recovering from dengue ahead of the IND vs PAK World Cup 2023 clash. I told him that I had played in the World Cup while battling cancer, so I got ready quickly to join …

1 year, 7 months ago

'Rohit Sharma Is A Good Captain, But...': Yuvraj Singh On India's World Cup Chances

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With less than two months left for ICC Men's 2023 ODI World Cup in India, cricket pundits and former cricketers are back with their opinions and legend Yuvraj Singh is one among them. Hero of India's 2011 World Cup win and one of the finest spin all-rounders of all time, Yuvraj Singh, talked about India's chances of winning ODI World …

1 year, 10 months ago

RR vs RCB: Virat Kohli is not relaxed even after achieving so much, he is still hungry, says Mohammed Siraj

India Today

India pacer Mohammed Siraj hailed Virat Kohli saying that his commitment and hunger to do well every time he steps on the field is an inspiration for all. Siraj and Virat Kohli are close on and off the field as the bowler frequently refers to the former Indian captain as his older brother. IPL 2023: Points Table Notably, Virat has …

2 years, 1 month ago

Mohammed Siraj was about to be dropped by RCB but Virat Kohli backed him: Dinesh Karthik reveals anecdote

India Today

Dinesh Karthik has revealed an interesting anecdote where Virat Kohli came to Mohammed Siraj's rescue when he was about to be axed Royal Challengers Bangalore during his IPL career. Speaking on Cricbuzz' special show Rise of New India, as quoted by News 18, Karthik said that Siraj views Kohli like an elder brother and as his guiding light. In his …

2 years, 3 months ago

A look back at Yuvraj Singh's greatest accomplishments as he celebrates his 41st Birthday

India TV News

Image Source : Getty 1/7 A look back at Yuvraj Singh's greatest accomplishments as he celebrates his 41st Birthday Image Source : Getty 2/7 Yuvraj first came on to the scene in the 2002 Natwest Series final when he and Mohammed Kaif stitched a partnership of 121 runs for the seventh wicket, that would see India win the famous final. …

2 years, 5 months ago

IND vs PAK, T20 World Cup: Kohli’s knock one of India’s best-ever, says captain Rohit Sharma

The Hindu

Just as a throbbing Melbourne Cricket Ground was coming to terms with India’s sensational win over Pakistan and Virat Kohli’s astonishing knock, Indian captain Rohit Sharma walked out, broke into a run and hoisted his predecessor on his shoulders. There was joy, respect, camaraderie and relief in that moment as a magical Sunday ebbed into the mists of time and …

2 years, 6 months ago

India vs Australia: Virat Kohli catches up with Yuvraj Singh ahead of 1st T20I in Mohali

India Today

Virat Kohli, on Tuesday, September 20, caught up with former all-rounder Yuvraj Singh ahead of India’s first T20I against Australia at PCA Stadium in Mohali. The official Twitter handle of the Board of Control for Cricket in India uploaded a picture where Kohli can be seen carefully listening to what Yuvraj was saying. He came into the tournament after scoring …

2 years, 6 months ago

‘Bro, I’ve To Bowl' - When Robin Uthappa turned India's hero with ball in 2007 T20 World Cup

India TV News

Wednesday evening saw another star of the famous 2007 T20 World Cup drop curtains on his career as Robin Uthappa called time on a successful stint with Team India. One such incident took place in the 2007 T20 World Cup. While the Indian team is preparing for the upcoming T20 World Cup in Australia to end its trophy drought, Robin …

2 years, 7 months ago

‘Was told I won't be opening only after reaching Zimbabwe...': India veteran opens up about axing, selector replies

Hindustan Times

Robin Uthappa saw a fair share of comebacks and role changes in his international career. He started to keep wickets regularly in the IPL and also played a different role of batting lower down the order as a power-hitter for teams like Royal Challengers Bangalore and Sahara Pune Warriors. Robin Uthappa clebrates with Indian cricketers in Zimbabwe tour of 2015 …

2 years, 9 months ago

Virat Kohli Posts Special Video To Celebrate 11th Anniversary Of His Test Debut - Watch

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New Delhi: Indian cricket team's star batter Virat Kohli made his debut for national team in Test cricket on this day in 2011 against mighty West Indies at Sabina Park. Initially, Virat struggled to score runs in his first few games in the longest format but as time passed, the 33-year-old went on to become one of the best batters …

2 years, 10 months ago

'When I got to play after Ganguly’s retirement, I got diagnosed with cancer'

Hindustan Times

Yuvraj Singh is considered one of the greatest white-ball cricketers to have played for India. Yuvraj Singh Having made his debut in 2003 in Mohali against New Zealand, Yuvraj played 40 Tests for India scoring 1900 runs at 33.92 with three centuries and 11 half-centuries. “If you compare that era to today’s era, you can see players getting 10-15 matches,” …

2 years, 11 months ago

Virat Kohli catches up with Sachin Tendulkar after RCB-MI game, picture of 'two GOATs in one frame' breaks the internet

Hindustan Times

Former Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Virat Kohli caught up with batting legend and former India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar after the end of match 18 of the 2022 Indian Premier League between RCB and Mumbai Indians. Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli Sachin, who last featured in an IPL game in 2013, is presently the mentor for Mumbai Indians. Here's how Twitter …

3 years, 2 months ago

Virat Kohli quits as India Test Captain. End of an era, says Twitter

India Today

Virat Kohli announced today that he is stepping down from the Test captaincy of the Indian cricket team. Read tweets below: #viratkholi *virat steps down as test captain* Thanks you virat for all the memorable moment's Always miss you sir —._ January 15, 2022 Tq skipper for every thing the best test cap I have ever seen in my life …

3 years, 3 months ago

Virat Kohli celebrates New Year with Anushka Sharma, India teammates in South Africa: See Photos

India Today

India's Test captain Virat Kohli welcomed the New Year with his family and India teammates in South Africa. Kohli celebrated the advent of the New Year with his wife and Bollywood actor Anushka Sharma and the rest of his teammates and support staff of the Test team at their team hotel in Centurion. Virat Kohli was seen posing alongside Anushka …

3 years, 3 months ago

India's ODI Squad: KL Rahul To Lead Team, Shikhar Dhawan & Ashwin Make A Comeback

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New Delhi: KL Rahul will lead India in the three One-day Internationals against South Africa while Jasprit Bumrah will be his deputy, BCCI said on Friday. READ | India Breach Fortress Centurion With 113-Run Win Over South Africa, Take 1-0 Lead Rohit Sharma was named India's limited-overs captain ahead of the start of the South Africa tour earlier this month. …

3 years, 3 months ago

Virat Kohli pays tribute to Harbhajan Singh: You backed me to the hilt when I came into the team

India Today

Members of the Indian cricket team, including Test captain Virat Kohli and head coach Rahul Dravid, congratulated Harbhajan Singh on the off-spinner's retirement. Harbhajan also played under Dravid's captaincy between 2001 and 2007, becoming a key part of India's bowling attack throughout the 2000s. Bhajju pa, big congratulations: Kohli Shedding light on the support he received from Harbhajan during his …

3 years, 3 months ago

Virat Kohli press conference: 'Can count this as 71st century', Twitterati hail batting maesto for not holding back

Firstpost

Kohli denied rumours of skipping the South Africa one-day series, telling reporters Wednesday that he “was and am available for selection” and hit out at sections of the media for “writing lies”. “I was contacted one and a half hours before the selection meeting on the 8th for the Test series and there was no prior communication to me at …

3 years, 3 months ago

IND vs NZ: 'Kohli goes to him quite a bit to bring some energy': Ex-New Zealand captain Daniel Vettori terms India player Mohammed Siraj as 'special' talent

Hindustan Times

Former New Zealand captain Daniel Vettori had heaped heavy praise on India pacer Mohammed Siraj following India's 1-0 series win over New Zealand on Monday. IND vs NZ: 'Kohli goes to him quite a bit to bring some energy': Ex-NZ captain Daniel Vettori terms India player as 'special' talent Vettori, who was analysing India's record 372-run at the Wankhede Stadium …

3 years, 5 months ago

Salaam Cricket: Don't think it matters to Virat Kohli if he wins T20 WC as a captain or player, says Uthappa

India Today

Cricketer Robin Uthappa doesn't think that Indian players would be focussed on winning the ICC T20 World Cup only because it will be Virat Kohli's final tournament as the national captain in the shortest format. He's matured a lot into his captaincy and has been exceptional over the last couple of years, especially in Test cricket," Uthappa said on India …

3 years, 5 months ago

Virat Kohli challenges Rishabh Pant ahead of T20 World Cup: Haven't got a wicketkeeper like MS Dhoni

India Today

India captain Virat Kohli could be seen having some fun banter with his wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant in the buildup to the T20 World Cup. "Rishabh, sixes win you matches in T20 cricket," Kohli tells Pant in a virtual call in the video shared by Star Sports India. It was a wicketkeeper that won India a World Cup by hitting a …

3 years, 9 months ago

IND vs NZ: Virat Kohli pips MS Dhoni to become most capped Test skipper from Asia; scripts two more records

India TV News

Indian captain Virat Kohli achieved yet another feat in world cricket on Friday when he took the field at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Southampton for the World Test Championship final against New Zealand. He surpassed former Indian skipper MS Dhoni to become the most capped Test skipper from Asia, as he makes his 61st appearance in the format as …

3 years, 9 months ago

India squad for WTC final vs New Zealand: Siraj, Vihari in 15-man team

The Hindu

Veteran speedster Umesh Yadav pipped Brisbane Test hero Shardul Thakur in the 15-man Indian squad that will take on New Zealand in the World Test Championship final starting at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton on Friday. Umesh, along with Mohammed Shami, and Hanuma Vihari all of whom got injured during the Australia tour, were back in the 15 that needed …

3 years, 10 months ago

Yuvraj Singh takes dig at team management for ignoring him in Test cricket: When I’m not 12th man for 7 years

India TV News

Yuvraj Singh takes dig at team management for ignoring him in Test cricket: When I’m not 12th man for 7 years Singh, a left-handed batsman and among the cleanest hitters of the cricket ball in Indian cricket, played 40 Tests over a period of nine years. Former India batsman Yuvraj Singh took a dig at the team management of his …

3 years, 11 months ago

Yuzvendra Chahal, new recruits shine in RCB's first intra-squad practice match ahead of IPL 2021: WATCH

India TV News

Yuzvendra Chahal, new recruits shine in RCB's first intra-squad practice match ahead of IPL 2021: WATCH Captain Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers are still undergoing their mandatory quarantine period, but 12 layers including Yuzvendra Chahal, Navdeep Saini and Mohammed Siraj were part of the practice game Less than a week ahead of the start of the 14th season of …

4 years, 1 month ago

'Don't know what people think about him': Former selector reveals how Kohli conducts himself in selection meetings

Hindustan Times

India captain Virat Kohli is known for his aggressive on-field behaviour. Kohli's on-field antics often blow up on social media, but he is still regarded as one of the greatest of the current generation because of his consistent run with the bat. India captain Virat Kohli chats with coach Ravi Shastri during Cricket World Cup on July 05, 2019 in …

4 years, 3 months ago

'Good to be back': Yuvraj Singh hits the nets on his 39th birthday

India TV News

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh, who turned 39 on Saturday, celebrated the occasion by hitting the nets and getting back to the 'grind'. Yuvraj, the Player of the Tournament of the 2011 World Cup, shared a clip on his Instagram where he can be seen honing his batting skills during a practice session. Along with his 2011 World Cup heroics, …

4 years, 3 months ago

Yuvraj Singh, India's twin World Cup-winning star, celebrates his 39th birthday

India Today

India's twin World Cup hero Yuvraj Singh, who is regarded as one of the greatest limited-overs cricketers, is celebrating his 39th birthday on Saturday, December 12. 2007 T20 World Cup: Yuvraj Singh was India’s vice-captain at the inaugural ICC World Twenty20 in South Africa and played a pivotal role in the team’s journey to the final. runs 2007 World T20-winner …

4 years, 4 months ago

India tour of Australia: 'Virat Kohli is being an impulsive captain', Ashish Nehra criticises skipper

India TV News

Following India's ODI series defeat in Australia with consecutive losses, Ashish Nehra came down heavily on Virat Kohli's captaincy ability saying that the 32-year-old batsman is an impulsive captain. None of the Indian strike bowlers found their rhythm in the first two matches with likes of Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami giving away runs in heaps after a strong IPL …

4 years, 4 months ago

Wow, it’s actually him: Yuvraj Singh recalls how he was left starstruck after seeing Sachin Tendulkar

India TV News

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh has revealed how he was starstruck after meeting his 'childhood hero' Sachin Tendulkar for the first time. Shortly after winning the U-19 World Cup for India, Yuvraj was slotted in the senior side, making him share the dressing room with a team filled with superstars. I was over the moon, I was going in the …

4 years, 6 months ago

He is 'The Virat Kohli', have never seen him so calm: Parthiv Patel on RCB captain ahead of SRH clash

India Today

Ahead of Royal Challenger Bangalore's campaign opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Monday, team's wicketkeeper-batsman Parthiv Patel has said that he has never seen franchise captain Virat Kohli so calm. In an exclusive interview with India Today, Parthiv Patel referred to the RCB captain as the 'The Virat Kohli' and said that the swashbuckling batsman looking fitter and enjoying himslef on …

4 years, 6 months ago

IPL: Virat Kohli a fast bowler's captain, says Umesh Yadav

The Hindu

Indian cricket has witnessed a pace revolution in the last two-and-a-half years. “Virat is a fast bowler's captain,” Umesh told Sportstar from the UAE, where he is training with the Royal Challengers Bangalore squad for IPL 2020. “Going by the number of net sessions we've had here so far, the practice wickets have been a bit sticky, slightly on the …

4 years, 7 months ago

12 years of Virat Kohli: Batting stalwart already, India captain looks to lead team to world titles

India Today

On a bright morning in Dambulla, Sri Lanka, Virat Kohli walked out as an opener, accompanying his former Delhi teammate Gautam Gambhir to the middle. Virat Kohli managed just 12 runs from 22 balls but showcased glimpses of what was to come with some solid defensive technique against the likes of Chaminda Vaas. Ravi Shastri, who had been in-charge when …

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