AUS vs IND: Virat Kohli's absence 'big loss' for India, but he has life outside cricket: Steve Smith
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AUS vs IND: Virat Kohli's absence 'big loss' for India, but he has life outside cricket: Steve Smith

India TV News  

Australia's Steve Smith has stated though Virat Kohli missing the last three Tests of the upcoming four-match series will be a big loss for Team India, fans and stakeholders will have to understand that the Indian skipper is a human being and has life outside cricket. Kohli will lead India in the first Test -- a pink-ball fixture -- to be played at the Adelaide Oval from December 17. He is also a human being and has got a life outside of cricket and a family that is starting," Smith told reporters in an online media interaction from Adelaide. we will sort of let it rest for now.like I said the guys at the moment are doing a good job, I am comfortable with where things are," Smith said ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy that will be broadcast live on Sony Six and Sony Ten 3 channels.

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‘Virat Kohli, Steve Smith have slipped down the ranks…’: Ravi Shastri predicts Fab Four's bottom two to bounce back
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‘Virat Kohli, Steve Smith have slipped down the ranks…’: Ravi Shastri predicts Fab Four's bottom two to bounce back

Hindustan Times  

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri feels that Virat Kohli and Steve Smith, who are lagging behind amongst the Fab four, will be dangerous and hungry to bounce back in the remaining two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Australia's Steve Smith talks with India's Virat Kohli as they walk off the ground for the tea break on day two of …

Virat Kohli, Steve Smith and regaining the old peak
14 hours, 57 minutes ago

Virat Kohli, Steve Smith and regaining the old peak

Hindustan Times  

Melbourne: The India and Australia net sessions are often a beehive of activity with players and coaching staff hustling through the chores to make sure everyone gets what they want. India’s Virat Kohli bats in the nets at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Tuesday. While Smith and the other Aussie batters don’t mind the chatter behind the stumps, Kohli commands …

Father introduces son to 'best batsman in the world' Virat Kohli as India great works hard in nets; video touches hearts
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Father introduces son to 'best batsman in the world' Virat Kohli as India great works hard in nets; video touches hearts

Hindustan Times  

A heartwarming moment between a father and son at the Melbourne Cricket Ground is going viral on social media, showcasing the reverence for India's batting legend Virat Kohli. In the video, a father introduces his son to Kohli for the first time, describing him as “the best batsman in the whole world” while they watch the Indian superstar practice in …

Boxing Day Test: Fans wait for Kohli’s ‘Kingly’ outing at MCG
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Boxing Day Test: Fans wait for Kohli’s ‘Kingly’ outing at MCG

Hindustan Times  

Melbourne, Kohli, Kohli….the chants from 90000 fervent fans still reverberate in the ear when you step into the fabled MCG, even two years after the former Indian skipper pulled off a stunning heist against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2022. Boxing Day Test: Fans wait for Kohli’s ‘Kingly’ outing at MCG Back then, Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 82 off 53 …

'Anushka Found Virat Crying': Varun Dhawan's Emotional Revelation About 'Captain Kohli' - WATCH
4 days, 19 hours ago

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

ABP News  

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 …

Watch: Virat Kohli helps Rohit Sharma, Mohammed Siraj plot Steve Smith's downfall
1 week ago

Watch: Virat Kohli helps Rohit Sharma, Mohammed Siraj plot Steve Smith's downfall

India Today  

Virat Kohli played a major role in Steve Smith's wicket on Day 5 of the Gabba Test as he helped Rohit Sharma and Mohammed Siraj to execute the plan properly. | Scorecard | AUS vs IND, 3rd Test Day 5 Updates Smith looked a bit tentative early on and went for an expansive shot against Siraj for a boundary. However, …

Virat Kohli hits Gabba nets amid India's Day 4 batting after Allan Border's 'lost his edge' criticism; joined by Gill
1 week, 1 day ago

Virat Kohli hits Gabba nets amid India's Day 4 batting after Allan Border's 'lost his edge' criticism; joined by Gill

Hindustan Times  

Former India captain Virat Kohli continued his desperate attempt to find the cure to his weakness against the deliveries outside the off-stump line as he hit the nets at the Gabba in Brisbane on Tuesday amid the team's first innings on Day 4 of the third Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. India's Virat Kohli walks off the field …

Sourav Ganguly back under-fire Virat Kohli to score 1 more hundred vs Australia
1 week, 1 day 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 …

AUS vs IND: Virat Kohli bats at extra net session after first innings failure at Gabba
1 week, 1 day ago

AUS vs IND: Virat Kohli bats at extra net session after first innings failure at Gabba

India Today  

Former captain Virat Kohli and youngster Shubman Gill were at the nets on Tuesday morning even as KL Rahul was battling it out in the middle, resisting the Australian charge on Day 4 of the third Test. Kohli and Gill made use of time to bat at the nets in an extra training session at the iconic Gabba in Brisbane. …

IND vs AUS: Kohli's outside off-stump struggles continue with Gabba Test dismissal, Gavaskar urges batter to be patient
1 week, 2 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 edged and gone: Fans slam pattern after India star flops in Brisbane
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1 week, 2 days 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, …

Why Virat Kohli will be disappointed with Gabba Test dismissal: Bangar reveals
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1 week, 2 days ago

Why Virat Kohli will be disappointed with Gabba Test dismissal: Bangar reveals

India Today  

Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar expressed that star batter Virat Kohli would be particularly disappointed with the nature of his dismissal to Australia’s Josh Hazlewood on Day 3 of the Brisbane Test on December 16. Kohli’s early departure added to the pressure on India’s batting unit, already reeling after losing opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and then Shubman Gill cheaply. The …

AUS vs IND: India bowling coach rues lack of support for Jasprit Bumrah at Gabba
1 week, 3 days ago

AUS vs IND: India bowling coach rues lack of support for Jasprit Bumrah at Gabba

India Today  

India bowling coach Morne Morkel expressed disappointment with the team's inability to execute their bowling plans effectively, leading to a costly Day 2 in the ongoing Brisbane Test against Australia on December 15. Despite a stellar five-wicket haul from Jasprit Bumrah, the Indian bowling unit struggled to contain Australia’s batters, specifically Travis Head and Steve Smith, allowing the hosts to …

Virat Kohli one century away from breaking Sachin Tendulkar's records, set to join elite list of players
1 week, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli one century away from breaking Sachin Tendulkar's records, set to join elite list of players

India TV News  

India's modern-day batting great is eyeing a special milestone in the 3rd Test match of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Kohli is only one century away from going past Sachin Tendulkar and entering an elite list of players. If Kohli scores a hundred at Gabba, he will become only the third visiting player in the world to have scored centuries at …

Virat Kohli finds cure to outside off-stump weakness; no concern over Jasprit Bumrah's fitness for Gabba Test
1 week, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli finds cure to outside off-stump weakness; no concern over Jasprit Bumrah's fitness for Gabba Test

Hindustan Times  

The Gabba in Brisbane is only one of two Test venues in Australia, apart from Sydney’s SCG, where drop-in pitches have yet to make an entry. India's Virat Kohli plays a shot The Gabba is also the scene of India’s most famous Test victory overseas, against all odds and expectations and hopes, in January 2021. With a severely depleted side …

‘Everyone knows Virat Kohli’s weakness’: Mohammed Kaif
1 week, 6 days 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 …

Kapil Dev refuses to give advice to struggling Virat Kohli to come out of rut in Australia: ‘It is only up to him…’
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Kapil Dev refuses to give advice to struggling Virat Kohli to come out of rut in Australia: ‘It is only up to him…’

Hindustan Times  

Legendary India captain Kapil Dev has no advice for Virat Kohli, who needs to get his rhythm back for the Brisbane Test against Australia. Indian batsman Virat Kohli walks back to the pavilion after his dismissal on the second day of the pink-ball Test. 1983 WC-winning skipper rated Kohli as one of the top four batters to play for India …

Kohli hits nets soon after Adelaide defeat; impresses Gavaskar
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Kohli hits nets soon after Adelaide defeat; impresses Gavaskar

Deccan Chronicle  

Team India talisman batter Virat Kohli surprised everyone as he hit the nets soon after the end of second test in Adelaide on Sunday, that didn't go in favor of the visitors. The Charismatic player, who impressed with a comeback hundred at Perth, disappointed fans with meager scores of 7 and 11 in the two innings of the day night …

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

Virat Kohli has a serious technical issue to which he just can't find a solution: Sanjay Manjrekar
2 weeks, 3 days 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 …

Virat Kohli in nets after pink-ball Test loss: Gavaskar praises star's dedication
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Virat Kohli in nets after pink-ball Test loss: Gavaskar praises star's dedication

India Today  

Sunil Gavaskar heaped praise on Virat Kohli for showing his dedication towards the game and being back in the nets right after India lost the pink-ball Test on Sunday, December 8. The Indian legend commented that the fans would like to see Kohli's commitment and no one would question him during the next game. Gavaskar also said that he wouldn't …

Watch: Virat Kohli sledges struggling Marnus Labuschange during Adelaide Test
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Watch: Virat Kohli sledges struggling Marnus Labuschange during Adelaide Test

India Today  

Senior India batter Virat Kohli might have been out cheaply on Day 1 of the Adelaide Test match but did not allow his spirits to go down. While fielding late on Day 1 of the Day-Night Test match in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Kohli tried to unsettle the Australian batters with his constant chatter behind the stumps. IND vs AUS, 2nd …

Virat Kohli suffers twin failures in Adelaide, ends love-affair with venue
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Virat Kohli suffers twin failures in Adelaide, ends love-affair with venue

India Today  

Star India batter Virat Kohli failed to continue his form in the second Test of the ongoing series against Australia as he got dismissed for 11 on Day 2 at Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. AUS vs IND 2nd Test Day 2 Live Earlier, India lost KL Rahul early in the innings as he was surprised by a bouncer. Travis Head scores …

Weakness outside off and adamance led to Virat Kohli's average slipping to 48, says Sanjay Manjekar
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Weakness outside off and adamance led to Virat Kohli's average slipping to 48, says Sanjay Manjekar

The Hindu  

The great Virat Kohli's "adamancy" to not explore an alternate route to overcome his weakness outside off-stump has brought his batting average down from the 50s to 48.13, feels former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar. India vs Australia 2nd Test Day 1 LIVE updates Kohli, who struck a fine hundred in the series opener of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth to …

India vs Australia, 2nd Test: What cost ’adamant’ Virat Kohli in Adelaide?
2 weeks, 4 days ago

India vs Australia, 2nd Test: What cost ’adamant’ Virat Kohli in Adelaide?

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli's struggle against the deliveries outside off-stump was once again exposed as the former Indian captain perished for just seven on the opening day of the second pink-ball Test against Australia on Friday in Adelaide. After KL Rahul departed for a gritty 37 off 63 balls, all eyes were Kohli as he walked out at the Adelaide Oval much …

India vs Australia, 2nd Test: Virat Kohli and Co suffer dramatic collapse in Adelaide, netizens react
2 weeks, 4 days ago

India vs Australia, 2nd Test: Virat Kohli and Co suffer dramatic collapse in Adelaide, netizens react

Live Mint  

The Indian cricket team suffered a dramatic collapse as they went on from 69/1 to 81/4 in no time on the first day of the second Test in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Friday. Coming in Adelaide on the back of a 295-run win, Indian captain Rohit Sharma won the toss and chose to bat first on seaming track. While …

Virat Kohli adamant? Sanjay Manjrekar highlights flaw after pink-ball Test dismissal
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli adamant? Sanjay Manjrekar highlights flaw after pink-ball Test dismissal

India Today  

Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has pointed out Virat Kohli’s recurring weakness against deliveries outside off-stump. Manjrekar, disappointed with Kohli's dismissal, highlighted his declining Test average and his persistent struggle against balls outside off-stump. But more crucially, his adamance to not try another way to tackle it,” Manjrekar wrote on X. AUS vs IND Day 1: Live updates One important …

Virat Kohli vs Jasprit Bumrah: Indian star duo woos fans with intense battle ahead of IND vs AUS pink-ball Test
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli vs Jasprit Bumrah: Indian star duo woos fans with intense battle ahead of IND vs AUS pink-ball Test

Live Mint  

Indian cricket fans in Adelaide, Australia, were treated to some thrilling moments on Wednesday as Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah engaged in an intense training session ahead of the second Test against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The video shared by official broadcaster Star Sports shows Kohli looking focused as he drove, cut and left Bumrah, much to the appreciation …

Watch: Virat Kohli injured? Batter seen bandaged in Adelaide training
3 weeks, 1 day 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 …

Watch: Massive crowd gathers to watch Virat Kohli's practice session in Adelaide
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Watch: Massive crowd gathers to watch Virat Kohli's practice session in Adelaide

India Today  

Star India batter Virat Kohli practiced hard with the other team members in Adelaide on Tuesday, December 3 ahead of the second Test against Australia. Watch the video here: Virat Kohli defines the true Aura🗿âœè pic.twitter.com/Ly2rSVNrVF — Sachin VK 18 December 3, 2024 Kohli recently found his form back as he scored a magnificent 100* during the second innings of …

AUS vs IND, 2nd Test: Dress rehearsal at Canberra leaves door open for India to rejig batting order
3 weeks, 1 day ago

AUS vs IND, 2nd Test: Dress rehearsal at Canberra leaves door open for India to rejig batting order

The Hindu  

It was a weekend of rain and runs for the Indians at Canberra. A two-day tussle under lights and against the pink ball was In the end, damp skies washed out Saturday’s play while a kind sun and floodlights at night ensured a Sunday contest with its facade of a limited overs skirmish but one that had the depth of …

AUS vs IND: Virat Kohli eyes Don Bradman's 76-year-old huge Test record
3 weeks, 2 days ago

AUS vs IND: Virat Kohli eyes Don Bradman's 76-year-old huge Test record

India Today  

Virat Kohli is on the cusp of equalling or breaking an all-time record of the legendary Don Bradman when India and Australia lock horns in the Day-Night Test, starting December 6 at the Adelaide Oval. Kohli currently has 10 centuries from 43 matches on Australian soil since starting to play back in 2011. In 43 matches in Australia, Kohli has …

'Doubters can rest in peace, the name says it all': Virat Kohli's Perth knock sparks unfiltered reaction from Jadeja
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

'Doubters can rest in peace, the name says it all': Virat Kohli's Perth knock sparks unfiltered reaction from Jadeja

Hindustan Times  

Although he faced plenty of criticism and intense questioning due to poor form and a lack of runs heading into the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Virat Kohli showed up when it mattered by scoring a century in Perth and helping India set a 1-0 lead with a dominant 295-run victory. Top 15 buys at IPL 2025 Auction Share Via Copy Link Rishabh …

'Told Virat Kohli I support RCB only because...': Australian minister reserves 'highest praise' for India batting great
3 weeks, 4 days ago

'Told Virat Kohli I support RCB only because...': Australian minister reserves 'highest praise' for India batting great

Hindustan Times  

One of the most popular athletes in not only India but right across the world, there may not be an overseas country where Virat Kohli’s star shines brighter than in Australia. Kohli, along with the rest of the Indian squad, is currently in the Australian capital of Canberra for the tour match against the Prime Minister’s XI during the Border-Gavaskar …

Australia let Kohli roll on to a hundred in Perth: Allan Border
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Australia let Kohli roll on to a hundred in Perth: Allan Border

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: Former Australia captain Allan Border has expressed his disappointment over the team's inability to contain Virat Kohli during the first Test in Perth and feels that can potentially cost the hosts the five-match series. "I was really disappointed in the way we let Kohli roll on to a hundred without much resistance," Border told SEN radio on Friday morning. …

'...To allow Kohli to get 100 in that first Test, we've...': Clarke unhappy with Australia's strategy for India star
3 weeks, 5 days 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 will have a big series: Rahul Dravid warns Australia
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Virat Kohli will have a big series: Rahul Dravid warns Australia

India Today  

Senior India batter Virat Kohli will have a big series in Australia, said former India head coach Rahul Dravid. Speaking on Star Sports, Dravid said that Kohli had been batting well on difficult pitches overseas and could end up tormenting Australia in the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy. Kohli became the fourth Indian batter to hit 30 centuries in Test cricket …

'Adding some spice to your suffering': Virat Kohli engages Australian PM in fun banter | WATCH
3 weeks, 6 days ago

'Adding some spice to your suffering': Virat Kohli engages Australian PM in fun banter | WATCH

India TV News  

Virat Kohli was reminded of all the suffering Australia is facing by none other than the country's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese when the Indian cricket team visited the Parliament House in Canberra on Thursday. Ahead of the team's next game against Prime Minister's XI, Albanese hosted the Indian team at the Parliament House in Canberra. When captain Rohit Sharma introduced …

AUS vs IND: Virat Kohli in Australia team? Cummins, Maxwell and Head answer
3 weeks, 6 days ago

AUS vs IND: Virat Kohli in Australia team? Cummins, Maxwell and Head answer

India Today  

Virat Kohli has a lot of fans in the Australia team as many of the current stars picked him to be a part of their side. In an interview with ABC Sports, the likes of Nathan Lyon, Pat Cummins, Steve Smith were asked which Indian player they would like to have in the Australia team. "Well if you had a …

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Virat Kohli’s Perth odyssey — a testament to his longevity
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Virat Kohli’s Perth odyssey — a testament to his longevity

The Hindu  

Currently, if cricketing reputations have to be made and legacies burnished, then it mandates fine performances in Australia. Virat Kohli surely is aware of the filters that distinguish the great player from the good one. His unbeaten 100 against Pat Cummins and his men during the first Test at Perth’s Optus Stadium, was posted after openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and K.L. …

Rahul Dravid drops ominous 'big series' warning for Australia after Virat Kohli's Perth special
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Rahul Dravid drops ominous 'big series' warning for Australia after Virat Kohli's Perth special

Hindustan Times  

Rahul Dravid has said that Virat Kohli could be in for a big series in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after the latter ended his poor run of form in Tests with a century in Perth. Kohli scored an unbeaten 100 in 143 balls which, along with Yashasvi Jaiswal's 161 off 297 and KL Rahul's 77 off 176 helped India set Australia …

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

Cricket-Kohli doesn't need us, we need him, says India's Bumrah
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Cricket-Kohli doesn't need us, we need him, says India's Bumrah

Hindustan Times  

PERTH, - Virat Kohli returned to form with a classy century as India claimed a thumping win against Australia in their series opener and stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah said the veteran batsman's importance to the side cannot be overstated. Cricket-Kohli doesn't need us, we need him, says India's Bumrah Kohli, 36, came in for heavy criticism in the run-up to …

Border Gavaskar Trophy: 'Virat Kohli doesn't need us, we need him,' says Jasprit Bumrah after India's win in Perth Test
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Border Gavaskar Trophy: 'Virat Kohli doesn't need us, we need him,' says Jasprit Bumrah after India's win in Perth Test

Firstpost  

Jasprit Bumrah had words of praise for Virat Kohli after the latter’s century during the first Test between India and Australia in Perth. India stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah opened up on the importance of having senior batter Virat Kohli in the side following his team’s 295-run win over Australia in the first Test in Perth on Monday. IND vs AUS …

'He doesn't need us, we need him': Jasprit Bumrah burns Virat Kohli's haters after Perth Test win
4 weeks, 1 day ago

'He doesn't need us, we need him': Jasprit Bumrah burns Virat Kohli's haters after Perth Test win

Hindustan Times  

India stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah only had high praise and nothing else for Virat Kohli, who roared back into form by smashing his 30th Test ton in the first match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia at the Optus Stadium, Perth. Speaking after India's emphatic 295-run win to gain a 1-0 lead in the five-match series, Bumrah said that Kohli …

'They call him King. Ominous for Australia': Ravi Shastri fires 'Virat Kohli' tracer bullet after iconic Perth century
1 month ago

'They call him King. Ominous for Australia': Ravi Shastri fires 'Virat Kohli' tracer bullet after iconic Perth century

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli produced a stellar performance on Day 3 of the opening Test in Perth, ending a long wait for his 81st international century. India's Virat Kohli celebrates his century during Day 3 of the first Test match against Australia in the Border Gavaskar Trophy Ravi Shastri, the former India head coach, described Kohli’s remarkable century as an "ominous" sign …

Virat Kohli doesn't need us, we need him: Jasprit Bumrah after Perth Test century
1 month ago

Virat Kohli doesn't need us, we need him: Jasprit Bumrah after Perth Test century

India Today  

India’s stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah lauded Virat Kohli’s exceptional century in the second innings of the Perth Test, which was instrumental in India’s resounding 295-run victory against Australia on November 25. Kohli silenced critics with a resilient 143-ball 100, a timely knock that reaffirmed his stature in Test cricket and helped India secure a commanding 1-0 lead in the Border-Gavaskar …

Kohli''s century has set up the series, an ominous sign for Australia: Ravi Shastri
1 month ago

Kohli''s century has set up the series, an ominous sign for Australia: Ravi Shastri

Deccan Chronicle  

Perth: Former India head coach Ravi Shastri on Sunday said Virat Kohli's remarkable hundred is an "ominous" sign for Australia, and said no touring player in the last 15 years might not have produced such knocks more regularly than the batting star. I doubt an overseas player in the last 15 years has come to Australia and played in this …

IND vs AUS, 1st Test: Jaiswal, Kohli, Bumrah put India in driver’s seat on day three
1 month ago

IND vs AUS, 1st Test: Jaiswal, Kohli, Bumrah put India in driver’s seat on day three

The Hindu  

A Sunday turned hot in tune with summer in the Southern hemisphere. And out in the middle, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli dished out their own version of heat as India took a firm grip over the first Test here at the Optus Stadium. Next man Devdutt Padikkal proved to be an apt foil while Jaiswal tucked into Nathan Lyon …

Virat Kohli roars back to form with century No 30 as India set Australia an improbable 534 to win in Perth
1 month ago

Virat Kohli roars back to form with century No 30 as India set Australia an improbable 534 to win in Perth

Firstpost  

Kohli brought up his seventh Test hundred in Australia with a boundary off a sweep, going past Sachin Tendulkar to become the Indian batter with most Test tons Down Under as Jasprit Bumrah declared the Indian innings on 487/6. Virat Kohli celebrates after completing his 30th Test hundred on Day 3 of the first Test between India and Australia in …

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