Virender Sehwag's honest take on Rohit Sharma after record WC century vs Afghanistan: ‘If I had been captain…’
1 year, 2 months ago

Virender Sehwag's honest take on Rohit Sharma after record WC century vs Afghanistan: ‘If I had been captain…’

Hindustan Times  

Veteran Indian skipper Rohit Sharma suffered a heartbreak after being left out of India's 2011 World Cup squad. Sehwag reflected on Rohit's World Cup journey Overlooked by selectors for the 2011 World Cup, Rohit is now leading the Men In Blue in the 2023 edition of the showpiece event. Leading India from the front in its second match of the ICC World Cup, Rohit slammed a quick-fire century to seal a comfortable win for the Virat Kohli-starrer side at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. 'I would have surely picked him for 2011 World Cup' Speaking to Cricbuzz about India's impressive win over Afghanistan in Delhi on Wednesday, legendary Indian opener Virender Sehwag said that he would have surely named Rohit in India's 2011 World Cup squad if he was a part of the Indian think tank at the time.

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Female fan hangs rope, uses the most unusual way to capture Rohit Sharma's attention: 'Wanted Virat Kohli but…'
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Female fan hangs rope, uses the most unusual way to capture Rohit Sharma's attention: 'Wanted Virat Kohli but…'

Hindustan Times  

Team India is gearing up for a strong comeback as it faces Australia in the fourth Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in Melbourne. However, on Tuesday, an unusual incident unfolded that caught the attention of captain Rohit Sharma. India's captain Rohit Sharma during a practice session A female fan came up with a bizarre method to seek an …

Rohit Sharma to open, KL Rahul at No.3 in place of Shubman Gill; Washington Sundar to return in India's XI: Reports
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Rohit Sharma to open, KL Rahul at No.3 in place of Shubman Gill; Washington Sundar to return in India's XI: Reports

Hindustan Times  

India are set to opt for a batting-order overhaul in the Boxing Day Test as captain Rohit Sharma is likely to get back to opening the batting. India captain Rohit Sharma is set to open in Melbourne The move could also send a message to Shubman Gill, whose last Test fifty outside India came way back in 2021. In the …

India vs Australia fourth Test in Melbourne: Indian captain Rohit Sharma press conference ahead of the fourth Test on December 24, 2024
21 hours, 28 minutes ago

India vs Australia fourth Test in Melbourne: Indian captain Rohit Sharma press conference ahead of the fourth Test on December 24, 2024

The Hindu  

In a tiny press-conference hall located in the basement of the massive Melbourne Cricket Ground, Rohit Sharma kept nodding his head. It’s not a thing which I should be discussing at every press-conference.” Stepping into the fourth Test with the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series level at 1-1, the visiting captain said: “We played some really good cricket and we have been …

Injury scare for Rohit Sharma, Indian captain hit on left knee ahead of Boxing Day Test against Australia
3 days, 3 hours ago

Injury scare for Rohit Sharma, Indian captain hit on left knee ahead of Boxing Day Test against Australia

Live Mint  

India captain Rohit Sharma was hit on his left knee during Team India's net session in Melbourne ahead of the Boxing Day Test against Australia, according to a report in the Times of India. The report notes that the injury did not look too serious and the team physio is taking precautions to ensure that any swelling on Rohit's leg …

Rohit Sharma's Unwanted ODI Record: A Historic First No Indian Captain Would Want
3 days, 20 hours 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 …

‘Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma should watch videos where they scored centuries after centuries’: Sunil Gavaskar to HT
3 days, 20 hours ago

‘Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma should watch videos where they scored centuries after centuries’: Sunil Gavaskar to HT

Hindustan Times  

It will be no exaggeration to classify the Indian batting into two eras – Before Gavaskar and After Gavaskar. “I just get the feeling that there is a certain urgency, a certain rush that the Indian batters are showing, which on Australian surfaces when the ball is new and the bounce is something that you are not used to, is …

Michael Clarke gives ex-Australia captain's example to inspire Rohit Sharma's comeback with bat: 'He will tell you...'
5 days, 5 hours ago

Michael Clarke gives ex-Australia captain's example to inspire Rohit Sharma's comeback with bat: 'He will tell you...'

Hindustan Times  

Indian captain Rohit Sharma's form has been a cause of worry for the side in the longest format. Rohit has struggled in Tests ever since the beginning of the home season in August earlier this year; in Australia, his performances only dipped further, with Rohit failing to breach double figures in Adelaide. India's Rohit Sharma walks off the field after …

Rohit on Ashwin retirement: Heard this when I came to Perth, but convinced him to stay till pink-ball Test
6 days, 21 hours ago

Rohit on Ashwin retirement: Heard this when I came to Perth, but convinced him to stay till pink-ball Test

The Hindu  

It was a Wednesday of speculations while the rains drenched the Gabba. Facing the media after Ashwin left the press-conference hall, the Indian skipper said: “Some decisions are very personal and I don’t think too many questions should be asked. He was very sure about what he wanted to do and the team completely backed his thought process.” Speaking about …

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

Gabba Test: Fans speculate Rohit Sharma's retirement after his unusual gesture!
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1 week ago

Gabba Test: Fans speculate Rohit Sharma's retirement after his unusual gesture!

Deccan Chronicle  

Team India ODI and Test captain Rohit Sharma sparks speculations of retirement from the longer format after his unusual gesture while walking back to pavilion in the first innings of the third Test against Australia in Brisbane. Facing 26 deliveries, Rohit looked in control, but a swinging delivery outside off edged the 37-year-old's bat with a little to no foot …

Rohit Sharma set to 'retire'? India captain's gloves act after Gabba dismissal sparks end of Test career speculations
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1 week, 1 day ago

Rohit Sharma set to 'retire'? India captain's gloves act after Gabba dismissal sparks end of Test career speculations

Hindustan Times  

India captain Rohit Sharma's woeful run continued in Test cricket as he nicked off to Pat Cummins in the opening half hour on Day 4 of the third Tet match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in Brisbane. India's Rohit Sharma walks off the field after his dismissal by Australia's bowler Pat Cummins on day four of the third Test match …

Sunil Gavaskar's critical 'respect' remark as India legend explains difference between KL Rahul and other India batters
1 week, 1 day ago

Sunil Gavaskar's critical 'respect' remark as India legend explains difference between KL Rahul and other India batters

Hindustan Times  

Team India faced yet another batting collapse during the first innings of the Brisbane Test, as the side was left reeling at 51/4 by the end of Day 3. India's KL Rahul walks off the field after losing his wicket during the day two of the second cricket test match between Australia and India at the Adelaide Oval in Adelaide …

Walking wicket, clueless: Fans react as India captain Rohit Sharma fails again
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1 week, 1 day ago

Walking wicket, clueless: Fans react as India captain Rohit Sharma fails again

India Today  

Rohit Sharma's poor run of form during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy continued as the India captain failed to impress with the bat during Day 4 of the Gabba Test. AUS vs IND, Gabba Test Day 4 Live Updates Rohit arrived at the crease when India were 44 for 4 on Day 3 and had lost Rishabh Pant. Rohit would get an …

Rohit Sharma my brother, play with more energy: Hayden's message to India captain
1 week, 2 days ago

Rohit Sharma my brother, play with more energy: Hayden's message to India captain

India Today  

Former Australia skipper Matthew Hayden has called on India captain Rohit Sharma to bat with energy and aggression as he takes the crease on Day 4 of the Brisbane Test. Speaking to Star Sports, Hayden expressed his desire to see a more energetic Rohit Sharma at the crease, a trait he feels has been absent in the ongoing Border Gavaskar …

Rohit Sharma's struggles with bat only matched by confusing captaincy: Ian Chappell
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1 week, 3 days ago

Rohit Sharma's struggles with bat only matched by confusing captaincy: Ian Chappell

India Today  

Former Australia cricketer Ian Chappel has hit out at Rohit Sharma for his poor batting and confusing captaincy. Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25: Full Coverage Former India head coach and cricketer Ravi Shasri criticised Rohit Sharma's ultra-defensive fields against Travis Head on air calling it one of the ‘worst set ups’. IND vs AUS, 3rd Test, Day 2: Match Report | Full …

Onus on Rohit, Kohli as India gear up for potentially make-or-break Test
1 week, 5 days 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 …

'Rohit Sharma Is Overweight...': Former South African Cricketer Fat-Shames Indian Skipper
1 week, 5 days ago

'Rohit Sharma Is Overweight...': Former South African Cricketer Fat-Shames Indian Skipper

ABP News  

Indian cricket team's captain Rohit Sharma's form and fitness have become major concerns during the ongoing IND vs AUS Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Former South African cricketer Daryl Cullinan added fuel to the debate by criticizing Rohit's fitness in an interview with InsideSport. Uncertain future as an Opener in Tests In Rohit's absence, Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul opened the innings in …

'Rohit Sharma overweight; is a flat-track bully': Former South Africa batter launches scathing attack on India captain
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1 week, 5 days ago

'Rohit Sharma overweight; is a flat-track bully': Former South Africa batter launches scathing attack on India captain

Hindustan Times  

There's no hiding from the fact that Rohit Sharma is struggling – both as batter and captain. But on the one hand, where the world is rallying behind him to come out of this prolonged slump with a blaze of glory, former South Africa batter Daryll Cullinan has launched a scathing attack on the India captain, calling him 'overweight' and …

Rohit's Test form concern for India? Ponting reveals ideal batting position
1 week, 6 days ago

Rohit's Test form concern for India? Ponting reveals ideal batting position

India Today  

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting opened up if Rohit Sharma's batting form is becoming a concern for Team India. Brisbane Test: All you need to know Ponting was asked if Rohit's form was becoming a concern for Team India and the Australian great said that the Indian captain himself must be aware as to where he has been going wrong. …

The captains' clash: Rohit Sharma vs Virat Kohli in Tests, white-ball cricket
1 week, 6 days 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 …

Rohit Sharma should sacrifice his position for India's future: Cheteshwar Pujara
2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma should sacrifice his position for India's future: Cheteshwar Pujara

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma should bat in the middle order in the Brisbane Test match, said Cheteshwar Pujara. Sharma, who had skipped the first Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25 had a terrible outing in the pink ball Test match at Adelaide, scoring a total of 9 runs across two innings. If he has a slightly bigger stride, it …

BGT 2024-25: Rohit's Form Could Affect His Captaincy As Well, Feels Harbhajan Singh
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

BGT 2024-25: Rohit's Form Could Affect His Captaincy As Well, Feels Harbhajan Singh

ABP News  

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has raised the issue of captain Rohit Sharma's batting form and feels that it might affect his leadership skills in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy after a 10-wicket crushing defeat to Australia in the second Test on Sunday. The 37-year-old's form in Test cricket has been a topic of debate since India's historic 0-3 home loss …

Rohit Sharma equals Dhoni, Kohli in unwanted captaincy record, tasked with avoiding Tendulkar's streak in Brisbane
2 weeks, 2 days 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, …

Rohit Sharma on Shami’s return: We want to be more than 100 per cent sure with him
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Rohit Sharma on Shami’s return: We want to be more than 100 per cent sure with him

The Hindu  

India captain Rohit Sharma on Sunday said pacer Mohammed Shami is in the reckoning to be included in the squad for the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia but added the team will exercise patience and let him attain match fitness. We want to be more than 100 per cent sure with him because it’s been such a long time since …

Captain Rohit Sharma needs to be more involved, more animated: Ravi Shastri
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Captain Rohit Sharma needs to be more involved, more animated: Ravi Shastri

India Today  

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has said that India need captain Rohit Sharma to lead from the front if they are to recover from the defeat in the second Test against Australia in Adelaide. LEARN FROM AUSTRALIA, SHASTRI TELLS INDIA Rohit Sharma’s captaincy decisions came under scrutiny, particularly in his use of bowling resources. Ravi Shastri suggested that India …

Rohit Sharma's run drought affecting his captaincy? Harbhajan Singh explains
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Rohit Sharma's run drought affecting his captaincy? Harbhajan Singh explains

India Today  

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has underscored the critical need for skipper Rohit Sharma to regain his form with the bat, which he believes is vital not only for India’s success but also for Rohit’s leadership credentials. After India’s crushing 10-wicket defeat to Australia in the pink-ball Test in Adelaide on December 8, both Rohit’s captaincy and his batting have …

Gavaskar defends Rohit Sharma's no.6 move, Ponting disagrees; fears India captain is now stuck 'for rest of his career'
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Gavaskar defends Rohit Sharma's no.6 move, Ponting disagrees; fears India captain is now stuck 'for rest of his career'

Hindustan Times  

Indian captain Rohit Sharma returned to the XI in the second Test of the series against Australia but failed to make a mark with the bat. With KL Rahul, the makeshift opener in Rohit's absence, impressing in the first Test, the side decided to retain the opening order with Rohit coming to bat at no.6; however, the move didn't pay …

Rohit breaks out of comfort zone again to let Rahul flourish, but India captain’s sacrifice more than what meets the eye
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Rohit breaks out of comfort zone again to let Rahul flourish, but India captain’s sacrifice more than what meets the eye

Hindustan Times  

It’s been six years, 27 matches and 64 innings since Rohit Sharma did not open the batting in Test cricket. India's Rohit Sharma Had he so desired, Rohit could so easily have extended that sequence, but putting the team’s interests ahead of himself, the Indian captain has decided to cede his opener’s slot to KL Rahul in deference to the …

Border Gavaskar Trophy: Rohit's batting position in focus ahead of Adelaide Test
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Border Gavaskar Trophy: Rohit's batting position in focus ahead of Adelaide Test

Deccan Chronicle  

Adelaide: Rohit Sharma might take a step back to lead from the front as India look for the perfect combination to drive home the advantage against a wounded but famously resilient Australia in the day-night Test starting here on Friday. Rohit, whose Test career got a second wind after he started opening in 2019, is certain to take that call …

Rohit Sharma confirms India's Adelaide Test batting order, KL Rahul's position
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Rohit Sharma confirms India's Adelaide Test batting order, KL Rahul's position

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma confirmed on the eve of the second Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy that he would return to batting in the middle-order. Rohit, addressing the media in Adelaide on Thursday, confirmed KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal will open the batting for India in the pink-ball Test. It is a brave call from captain Rohit Sharma, who is …

Rohit Sharma can adjust at number 3 easily: Irfan Pathan ahead of Adelaide Test
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Rohit Sharma can adjust at number 3 easily: Irfan Pathan ahead of Adelaide Test

India Today  

Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan believes that India captain Rohit Sharma will comfortably adapt to batting at number three in the upcoming Day-Night Test against Australia in Adelaide, starting December 6. India’s commanding win in the Perth Test saw KL Rahul silence critics with a gritty 77 in the second innings, forming a record-breaking 201-run partnership with the brilliant Yashasvi …

India captain Rohit drops down the order for second test in Adelaide
2 weeks, 6 days ago

India captain Rohit drops down the order for second test in Adelaide

Al Jazeera  

Rohit Sharma will move to the middle order after KL Rahul was retained as opener for the tourists. Rohit Sharma will bat down the order in Friday’s pink-ball second Test against Australia in Adelaide, with India’s returning skipper saying KL Rahul had earned his place as an opener. Rohit, who usually opens, missed their 295-run first Test victory in Perth …

On this day: When Virender Sehwag fell just short of a historic triple century
2 weeks, 6 days ago

On this day: When Virender Sehwag fell just short of a historic triple century

Hindustan Times  

On this day in 2009, the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai witnessed a masterclass in aggressive batting by Virender Sehwag. Sehwag’s knock of 293 off just 254 balls against Sri Lanka remains one of the finest innings by any Indian batter. Murali Vijay applauds after Virender Sehwag completes his century The Sehwag show Batting first, Sri Lanka posted a respectable 393, …

2nd Test BGT 2024: Where will Rohit Sharma bat? Harbhajan Singh says, ’I don’t see…’
3 weeks, 1 day ago

2nd Test BGT 2024: Where will Rohit Sharma bat? Harbhajan Singh says, ’I don’t see…’

Live Mint  

As India gear up for the second Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024 against Australia at the Adelaide Oval, all eyes are on captain Rohit Sharma and his batting position. Former Indian cricket player Harbhajan Singh weighed in on this decision, emphasising that Rohit’s strength lies in the top order. Harbhajan believes Rohit should ideally open or bat at number …

Harbhajan Singh's point-blank take on Rohit Sharma's role in 2nd Test vs Australia: '...wouldn't be in best interest'
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Harbhajan Singh's point-blank take on Rohit Sharma's role in 2nd Test vs Australia: '...wouldn't be in best interest'

Hindustan Times  

Where India's returning captain Rohit Sharma will bat during the second Test against Australia is among the big questions floating around in the buildup to the match. Former spinner Harbhajan Singh, a longtime teammate of Rohit, has said that the 38-year-old has to bat in the top-four and a move back to the middle order for the pink-ball Test won't …

Rohit bhai, dus saal ho gaye yaar: India captain ends fan's 10-year wait for autograph
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Rohit bhai, dus saal ho gaye yaar: India captain ends fan's 10-year wait for autograph

Hindustan Times  

Canberra, An ardent fan of Rohit Sharma checked into Manuka Oval, called out his names multiple times before breaking into a "Mumbai cha raja" chant to attract the India captain's attention, and get his autograph, which he was seeking for the past 10 years. Rohit bhai, dus saal ho gaye yaar: India captain ends fan's 10-year wait for autograph All …

Rohit Sharma told to reprise familiar Australia role, avoid 'unnecessary' act as batting conundrum leaves India troubled
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Rohit Sharma told to reprise familiar Australia role, avoid 'unnecessary' act as batting conundrum leaves India troubled

Hindustan Times  

India have only one worry ahead of the second Test against Australia in Adelaide, and it became more clouded after the pink-ball warm-up game on Sunday at the Manuka Oval in Canberra. India are all set to welcome back captain Rohit Sharma in the line-up, after having missed the opening Test, but ae yet to figure out his batting position. …

Watch: Rohit Sharma ends fan's 10-year-long wait for an autograph in Canberra
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Watch: Rohit Sharma ends fan's 10-year-long wait for an autograph in Canberra

India Today  

Indian captain Rohit Sharma fulfilled the heartfelt wish of a long-time fan at the Manuka Oval in Canberra on Sunday, December 1. The BCCI shared the emotional moment on social media, captioning the post: "A fan waited for 10 years to get a Rohit Sharma autograph, and yesterday was his lucky day." A fan waited for 10 years to get …

Rohit Sharma should bat at No.6 in Adelaide, Kl Rahul to open: Ex-IND selector
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Rohit Sharma should bat at No.6 in Adelaide, Kl Rahul to open: Ex-IND selector

India Today  

Former India selector Devang Gandhi feels that Rohit Sharma should bat at No.6 during the Adelaide Test and allow KL Rahul to continue opening the batting for India alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal. During the match, Rahul would open the batting while Rohit came in at No.4, hinting that India may go with the option during the pink-ball Test. Speaking to Times …

Gill makes triumphant return from injury as India stick with Rahul-Jaiswal opening pair in pink-ball practice game
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Gill makes triumphant return from injury as India stick with Rahul-Jaiswal opening pair in pink-ball practice game

Firstpost  

Shubman Gill produced a sparkling half-century after recovering from a thumb injury that forced him to miss the Perth Test as the Indians opted to stick with the KL Rahul-Yashasvi Jaiswal opening combination for the pink-ball tour game against the Australian Prime Minister’s XI. Image credit: BCCI India’s two-day tour match against the Australian Prime Minister’s XI in Canberra came …

Rohit, Rahul and the opening question for India
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Rohit, Rahul and the opening question for India

Hindustan Times  

Canberra: Sunday at the Manuka Oval was supposed to be all about Rohit Sharma but it was also about the fans who turned up from far and wide to catch a glimpse of their favourite stars. India skipper Rohit Sharma in the pink-ball game against the Australia Prime Minister's XI at the Manuka Oval in Canberra on Sunday. Day one …

Rohit Sharma to bat at No.5 against Australia in Adelaide? India captain drops major hint during IND vs PM XI tour game
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Rohit Sharma to bat at No.5 against Australia in Adelaide? India captain drops major hint during IND vs PM XI tour game

Live Mint  

Captain Rohit Sharma dropped a major hint on what India's batting line-up would look like as he batted out of the top two for the first time since 2015. Playing his first game in Australia this year, Rohit came out at No.4 with KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal continuing as openers against the Australian Prime Minister's XI in a tour …

Rohit Sharma hints at fresh batting role in Adelaide Pink Ball Test; KL Rahul to continue as opener vs Australia
Top News
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Rohit Sharma hints at fresh batting role in Adelaide Pink Ball Test; KL Rahul to continue as opener vs Australia

Hindustan Times  

India captain Rohit Sharma, on Sunday, dropped a major hint on his batting role in the upcoming second Test against Australia in Adelaide, slated to begin on December 6. India's Rohit Sharma walks back after winning the toss and decided to field first before the start of tour match between the Prime Minister's XI and India at Manuka Oval Rohit …

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Assured display in Perth offers KL Rahul another toehold in playing eleven
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Assured display in Perth offers KL Rahul another toehold in playing eleven

The Hindu  

Between the contrasting opening templates that accomplished Sunil Gavaskar and aggressive Virender Sehwag have set over the last few decades, new batters atop the Indian batting tree are expected to carve their own path in Tests. However, at Down Under and with Rohit on a paternity break and Shubman Gill nursing an injury, Rahul gained another opportunity to open at …

Sunil Gavaskar to Sachin Tendulkar, legendary cricketers hail India’s historic win in Perth: ‘Redefining mental battle’
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Sunil Gavaskar to Sachin Tendulkar, legendary cricketers hail India’s historic win in Perth: ‘Redefining mental battle’

Live Mint  

India made a stellar start to the five-match series at the Optus Stadium in Perth after Jasprit Bumrah led the team to a 295-run win over Pat Cummins’ Australia on Monday. Rahul Dravid praises team India's performance Rahul Dravid called India's victory a powerful comeback after their miserable performance against New Zealand. When you talk about a spell that can …

Rohit Sharma enters Indian dressing room on Day 4 in Perth, KL Rahul reveals what will happen with India XI
1 month ago

Rohit Sharma enters Indian dressing room on Day 4 in Perth, KL Rahul reveals what will happen with India XI

Hindustan Times  

India are on the cusp of registering a famous and historic win against Australia at the Optus Stadium, Perth to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Captain Rohit Sharma who missed the Perth Test after welcoming his second child with wife Ritika Sajdeh, has landed in Australia and was seen inside the Indian dressing room on Day …

'When Rohit turns up': Gilchrist's 'KL Rahul versatile enough' warning to Gambhir regarding selection headache
1 month ago

'When Rohit turns up': Gilchrist's 'KL Rahul versatile enough' warning to Gambhir regarding selection headache

Hindustan Times  

When regular captain Rohit Sharma returns from his paternity leave, Gautam Gambhir and the Indian team management will have a huge decision to make. India will have a tough decision to make about KL Rahul when Rohit Sharma returns from paternity leave. Meanwhile, KL Rahul has taken up Rohit's opening role in his absence, partnering Yashasvi Jaiswal. Unlike the first …

'Rohit will have to bat in middle order': Ex-India player sends bold message to Gambhir, shares name for opener role
1 month ago

'Rohit will have to bat in middle order': Ex-India player sends bold message to Gambhir, shares name for opener role

Hindustan Times  

India are currently without their regular captain Rohit Sharma for the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. In Rohit's absence, Jasprit Bumrah has performed as the stand-in skipper and was there for the trophy photographs with counterpart Pat Cummins and also for the toss in the ongoing first Test. Dodda Ganesh backs KL Rahul Taking to X, former India cricket Dodda …

How KL Rahul can live up to India's 'crisis man' tag in Border-Gavaskar Trophy
1 month ago

How KL Rahul can live up to India's 'crisis man' tag in Border-Gavaskar Trophy

India Today  

As India gears up for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, which holds immense significance for the team's chances of making the World Test Championship final, it will also serve as a decisive moment for KL Rahul's red-ball future. After being hit on his elbow on Day 1 of the match simulation, KL Rahul has recovered and is raring to go …

Australia vs India: Kohli and Rohit in spotlight for Border-Gavaskar Trophy
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1 month ago

Australia vs India: Kohli and Rohit in spotlight for Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Al Jazeera  

The sight of the Sydney newspaper’s front page was enough to make one gasp aloud. This is almost a twilight of his career, but I think Virat needs to find that anger which got him going, that space which might help him as a human being.” Gilchrist has also noticed the change in India’s former captain and believes Australia should …

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