Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Shubman Gill should have opened with Rohit Sharma in Nagpur, says Danish Kaneria
1 year, 10 months ago

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Shubman Gill should have opened with Rohit Sharma in Nagpur, says Danish Kaneria

India Today  

Former Pakistan cricketer Danish Kaneria said that Shubman Gill should have opened alongside Rohit Sharma in the Nagpur Test against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Speaking on his YouTube channel, as quoted by Sportskeeda, Kaneria said that he personally felt Gill should have opened with Sharma and said that the youngster deserved the nod over Rahul given his impressive form. Although KL Rahul is your senior player, Gill is in incredible form and deserved the nod ahead of Rahul," said Kaneria. INDIA VS AUSTRALIA 1ST TEST DAY 2 LIVE UPDATES Kaneria also commented on one of India's debutants, Suryakumar Yadav, and said it would be interesting to see how the 32-year-old bats on the Nagpur pitch.

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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
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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 …

Shubman Gill's mistake exposed by Australian legend as runs dry up for India's No.3: 'Scott Boland was bowling and...'
1 day, 4 hours ago

Shubman Gill's mistake exposed by Australian legend as runs dry up for India's No.3: 'Scott Boland was bowling and...'

Hindustan Times  

KL Rahul has been India's most consistent batter of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, and Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli scored a century each. Nitish Reddy has thus far been India's find of the tour, and Jasprit Bumrah has, without a doubt, been India's single-biggest standout performer across the first three Tests against Australia. India need Shubman Gill to fire and fire …

'Shubman Gill ko bula do': Rohit Sharma annoyed at female fan's repeated request during India's MCG net session – Watch
1 day, 8 hours ago

'Shubman Gill ko bula do': Rohit Sharma annoyed at female fan's repeated request during India's MCG net session – Watch

Hindustan Times  

India finally had their first training session in Melbourne on fresh practice pitches in the outdoor nets of the Melbourne Cricket Ground, after spending two days on used tracks in gearing up for the fourth Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. India's Rohit Sharma gestures during day five of the third cricket Test match between Australia and India at …

‘Players like Shubman Gill caught in the trap’: Karthik doesn't mince his words while criticising IND's no. 3 technique
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2 days, 3 hours ago

‘Players like Shubman Gill caught in the trap’: Karthik doesn't mince his words while criticising IND's no. 3 technique

Hindustan Times  

Veteran India wicketkeeper batter Dinesh Karthik analysed what is pulling Shubman Gill down in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. "I think Shubman Gill definitely got a slight technical error, which is pushing at the ball," Karthik said while talking on Cricbuzz. Even Travis Head does that, but what he has found is a method of doing that, and I …

Border–Gavaskar Trophy: We need to talk about Gill away from home
5 days, 14 hours ago

Border–Gavaskar Trophy: We need to talk about Gill away from home

New Indian Express  

BRISBANE: For someone who rarely lets off any emotion while addressing the media, Shubman Gill did not hide his happiness when he was asked about the feeling of coming back to the Gabba in the lead-up to the third Test between India and Australia. That 91 against Australia in the series decider at the Gabba in January 2021 should have …

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: After up-and-down campaign, Rohit’s men brace for life after Ashwin with series on the line
6 days, 1 hour ago

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: After up-and-down campaign, Rohit’s men brace for life after Ashwin with series on the line

The Hindu  

Over a month in Australia, India has seen it all. The Border-Gavaskar Trophy series is level at 1-1 and with two Tests remaining, Rohit Sharma’s men will get extra opportunities to revive their campaign. With Ashwin’s exit, he becomes the number one spinner in terms of legacy within the squad, even if that doesn’t necessarily guarantee a spot in the …

Border Gavaskar Trophy: It was a little victory for us: Rohit Sharma on India-Australia Test draw at Gabba
1 week ago

Border Gavaskar Trophy: It was a little victory for us: Rohit Sharma on India-Australia Test draw at Gabba

The Hindu  

Caught up with the aftermath of R. Ashwin’s retirement, it took a while for Rohit Sharma to reflect on the third Test here at the Gabba on Wednesday. Ravichandran Ashwin retirement reactions LIVE After snatching a draw in a rain-marred game, Rohit said: “As a team, we don’t give up so easily. Sometimes, these numbers can tell you that it’s …

'If your scores are like this and you bat at No. 3 for India...': Shubman Gill's scary stat pointed out by ex-opener
1 week, 1 day ago

'If your scores are like this and you bat at No. 3 for India...': Shubman Gill's scary stat pointed out by ex-opener

Hindustan Times  

Shubman Gill registered another low score in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy with a flop show in the first innings of the Brisbane Test. India's Shubman Gill walks back to the pavilion after losing his wicket, caught out by Australia's Mitchell Marsh off the bowling of Mitchell Starc. Former India opener Aakash Chopra pointed out Shubman's underwhelming numbers outside Asia in …

Indian opener debate settled? Gavaskar picks his top choice between Rahul and Rohit
1 week, 1 day ago

Indian opener debate settled? Gavaskar picks his top choice between Rahul and Rohit

India Today  

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar said that India's opening slot debate was settled after KL Rahul's majestic 84-run knock on Day 4 of the 3rd Test at The Gabba, Brisbane. Rohit Sharma has not been in good form over the last 4 or 5 matches, not just these 2 matches yet, but over the last 4 or 5 matches, so …

Shubman Gill, team India congratulate youngest world chess champion D Gukesh
1 week, 5 days ago

Shubman Gill, team India congratulate youngest world chess champion D Gukesh

India Today  

India’s star batter Shubman Gill extended heartfelt congratulations to D Gukesh on becoming the youngest-ever World Chess Champion after his victory over China’s Ding Liren on December 12. Speaking at the pre-match press conference ahead of India’s third Test against Australia in Adelaide on December 14, Gill praised the 18-year-old for achieving such a monumental feat at a young age. …

Rohit Sharma accepts Gavaskar, Shastri's advice; hints at returning as opener in 3rd Australia Test
1 week, 6 days ago

Rohit Sharma accepts Gavaskar, Shastri's advice; hints at returning as opener in 3rd Australia Test

Hindustan Times  

India captain Rohit Sharma is likely to have been swayed by cricket legends Ravi Shastri and Sunil Gavaskar as he is all set to return as an opener in the third Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia, as revealed from India's training session on Thursday. India's captain Rohit Sharma walks off the field after losing his wicket …

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. …

Rohit Sharma to open in IND vs AUS 3rd Test? Sunil Gavaskar explains why India captain should return to the top
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Rohit Sharma to open in IND vs AUS 3rd Test? Sunil Gavaskar explains why India captain should return to the top

Live Mint  

Rohit Sharma's idea of sticking with the opening pair of KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal in the second Test against Australia backfired as the Indian team suffered a huge 10-wicket loss inside three days. India's loss not only helped Australia to square the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 1-1 but also forced the Rohit Sharma-led side to slip down to third in …

Sunil Gavaskar urges Rohit Sharma to return as opener in 3rd Test: 'We should remember why Rahul...'
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar urges Rohit Sharma to return as opener in 3rd Test: 'We should remember why Rahul...'

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma should return to his usual opening slot in the third Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test, former India captain and batting great Sunil Gavaskar had said. Rohit had returned to the No.5 slot, thus not playing as an opener in the Indian Test team for the first time since 2019, for the second Test against Australia. ‘If Rohit scores quickly, he …

Sunil Gavaskar urges Rohit Sharma to return as opener in 3rd Test: 'We should remember why Rahul...'
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar urges Rohit Sharma to return as opener in 3rd Test: 'We should remember why Rahul...'

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma should return to his usual opening slot in the third Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test, former India captain and batting great Sunil Gavaskar had said. Rohit had returned to the No.5 slot, thus not playing as an opener in the Indian Test team for the first time since 2019, for the second Test against Australia. ‘If Rohit scores quickly, he …

Australia fight back with quick strikes after Gill-Rahul stand
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Australia fight back with quick strikes after Gill-Rahul stand

New Indian Express  

ADELAIDE: Veteran Australian pacer Mitchell Starc delivered two critical blows before tea as India squandered a promising start to reach 82 for four on the opening day of the pink-ball Test here on Friday. Starc removed opener KL Rahul and Virat Kohli in quick succession, swinging the momentum in Australia’s favour. The situation worsened for India when Scott Boland trapped …

Rohit breaks out of comfort zone again to let Rahul flourish, but India captain’s sacrifice more than what meets the eye
2 weeks, 6 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 Sharma confirms KL Rahul as opener for pink ball Test in Adelaide
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Rohit Sharma confirms KL Rahul as opener for pink ball Test in Adelaide

Firstpost  

India skipper Rohit Sharma has confirmed that KL Rahul will play as an opener in the second Test against Australia in Adelaide. India captain Rohit Sharma has confirmed that KL Rahul will continue to open the innings in the pink ball Test against Australia in Adelaide,. Jaiswal and Rahul had also opened in India’s rain-curtailed practice match against Australia Prime …

IND vs AUS: Rohit Sharma sacrifices his spot, reveals India’s opening combination for pink-ball Test in Adelaide
2 weeks, 6 days ago

IND vs AUS: Rohit Sharma sacrifices his spot, reveals India’s opening combination for pink-ball Test in Adelaide

Live Mint  

IND vs AUS Adelaide Test: KL Rahul will open the batting for India alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal in the second day-night Test match against Australia in Adelaide. Rohit’s decision follows the success of Rahul and Jaiswal in the first Test in Perth. In Rohit’s absence, the Rahul-Jaiswal pair forged a 200-run stand in the second innings, paving the way for India’s …

Border Gavaskar Trophy: Rohit's batting position in focus ahead of Adelaide Test
2 weeks, 6 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 reveals 'bindaas' Jaiswal, Gill and Pant's mentality for BGT series
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Rohit Sharma reveals 'bindaas' Jaiswal, Gill and Pant's mentality for BGT series

India Today  

Indian captain Rohit Sharma addressed the press conference on the eve of the 2nd Test vs Australia at the Adelaide Oval, starting December 6. Rohit praised the rising stars, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant for their approach. The Indian captain highlighted their hunger to score runs for the team and keep the team's interest over individual performances. Rohit …

Rohit Sharma sends 'clear indication' he won't open in Adelaide Test, set to make 'compromise' at Shubman Gill's expense
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Rohit Sharma sends 'clear indication' he won't open in Adelaide Test, set to make 'compromise' at Shubman Gill's expense

Hindustan Times  

When Rohit Sharma walked out to bat at No. 4 in India's pink-ball practice match against Prime Minister's XI at the Manuka Oval in Canberra, the captain sent a 'clear indication' that he won't open in the 2nd Test against Australia starting Friday at Adelaide, a confident Sanjay Manjrekar said. In an ideal scenario, Rohit would have opened for India …

'You do feel trapped': Harbhajan cites 'complicated situation' to push case for Shubman Gill's omission for Adelaide
3 weeks, 1 day ago

'You do feel trapped': Harbhajan cites 'complicated situation' to push case for Shubman Gill's omission for Adelaide

Hindustan Times  

Tough selection calls await Team India ahead of the pink-ball Test against Australia in Adelaide. India's Shubman Gill plays a shot during the tour cricket match between the Australian Prime Minister's XI and India. However, former India spinner Harbhajan Singh feels that Shubman Gill needs to wait for his chance, urging the team management to persist with Dhruv Jurel at …

India predicted XI for Adelaide Test: Will Rohit open innings during IND vs AUS 2nd Test?
3 weeks, 1 day ago

India predicted XI for Adelaide Test: Will Rohit open innings during IND vs AUS 2nd Test?

The Hindu  

India will look to extend its advantage in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy when it faces Australia for the pink-ball Test in Adelaide starting on December 6. Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill missed India’s 295-run victory in the opener in Perth but return for the second match. Will Rohit Sharma open innings in IND vs AUS 2nd Test? The pair opened during …

Shubman Gill stops Rohit Sharma from rescuing Jaiswal from 'no entry' area as India captain scolds opener
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Shubman Gill stops Rohit Sharma from rescuing Jaiswal from 'no entry' area as India captain scolds opener

Hindustan Times  

Yashasvi Jaiswal announced his arrival in Australia with a match-winning 161 in the opening Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in Perth last week, but his campaign in Adelaide began with a bit of chaos after the India opener was left stuck in a 'no entry' zone, leaving captain Rohit Sharma vexed. In the video shared by BCCI on Tuesday, …

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 …

Shubman Gill should wait, Dhruv Jurel in Adelaide Playing XI: Harbhajan Singh
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Shubman Gill should wait, Dhruv Jurel in Adelaide Playing XI: Harbhajan Singh

India Today  

Former spinner Harbhajan Singh feels that Shubman Gill will have to wait for his chance and urged the team management to stick with Dhruv Jurel for the Adelaide Test. The former spinner felt that Gill would have to make way for Rohit at No.3. Shubman Gill, I guess, will have to make way for captain Rohit Sharma at No.3 and …

Rohit Sharma told to reprise familiar Australia role, avoid 'unnecessary' act as batting conundrum leaves India troubled
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3 weeks, 2 days 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 playfully hits Shubman Gill during hilarious conversation
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Watch: Rohit Sharma playfully hits Shubman Gill during hilarious conversation

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma was seen playfully hitting Shubman Gill during India’s warm up game against Prime Minister’s XI on Monday, December 2 at Manuka Oval in Canberra. The game also witnessed the return of the India skipper Rohit Sharma who missed the first Test in Perth due to the birth of his second child. In a viral video from …

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, 3 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, 3 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 …

Shubman Gill returns at No.3 against Prime Minister's XI, hints at Devdutt Padikkal axe for Adelaide pink ball Test
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Shubman Gill returns at No.3 against Prime Minister's XI, hints at Devdutt Padikkal axe for Adelaide pink ball Test

Hindustan Times  

Shubman Gill made his way out to bat at No.3 for India in the pink-ball practice game against Australia Prime Minister's XI making it clear that the right-handed batter is indeed available for the second Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test, scheduled to begin in Adelaide on Friday, December 6. India's Shubman Gill arrives at Manuka Oval on the second day of the …

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

Watch: Shubman Gill vs Abhishek Nayar in fun fielding-drill before Adelaide Test
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Watch: Shubman Gill vs Abhishek Nayar in fun fielding-drill before Adelaide Test

India Today  

India batter Shubman Gill, who missed the Perth Test against Australia due to a thumb fracture, has returned to training with the Indian Test squad ahead of the crucial Day-Night Test in Adelaide. A video shared by the Board of Control for Cricket in India showcased Gill engaging in a lively fielding drill alongside batting coach Abhishek Nayar, fueling speculation …

AUS vs IND: Why Rohit Sharma needs to sacrifice his opening spot in Adelaide Test
3 weeks, 4 days ago

AUS vs IND: Why Rohit Sharma needs to sacrifice his opening spot in Adelaide Test

India Today  

Rohit Sharma returning to play for India is good news. Opening not Rohit Sharma’s prolific position Rohit has played match-winning knocks as an opener, scoring 2685 runs at an average of 44.01 with nine centuries and a top score of 212. Rohit Sharma’s batting numbers Position Matches Innings Runs High Score Average Strike Rate 100s 50s 1st Position 18 29 …

Shubman Gill 'looking comfortable batting', says assistant coach Abhishek Nayar as Indian No 3 returns to nets
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Shubman Gill 'looking comfortable batting', says assistant coach Abhishek Nayar as Indian No 3 returns to nets

Firstpost  

Gill returned to the nets for the first time since suffering a thumb injury in Perth that forced him to miss the series opener against Australia, and is expected to be declared fit for the second Test in Adelaide next week. India top-order batter Shubman Gill returned to the nets for the first time since suffering a thumb fracture that …

Focus on Rohit, Gill as Indians hit the ground running
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Focus on Rohit, Gill as Indians hit the ground running

Hindustan Times  

Canberra: The Indians were clearly happy to get back on the field after a three-day break on Friday. “As you know, when Rohit Sharma comes, he brings a lot of laughter and keeps the atmosphere good,” said assistant coach Abhishek Nayar. “It’s a cricket ball, so the only effort is to adapt to the colour,” said Nayar. “I think the …

Focus on Rohit and Gill as India takes on Australia Prime Minister’s XI in warm-up clash before Adelaide Test
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Focus on Rohit and Gill as India takes on Australia Prime Minister’s XI in warm-up clash before Adelaide Test

The Hindu  

A feathery rain wrapped the Manuka Oval in a moist blanket here on Friday. In Australia’s capital, past leafy roads, across a red-brick vintage church, with an old battle tank nearby, the cricketing venue geared up for the two-day warm-up fixture pitting the visiting Indians against the Prime Minister’s XI. For India, it is about one more routine to check …

IND vs AUS 2nd Test: Cheteshwar Pujara prefers KL Rahul to open in Adelaide over Rohit Sharma
3 weeks, 5 days ago

IND vs AUS 2nd Test: Cheteshwar Pujara prefers KL Rahul to open in Adelaide over Rohit Sharma

Firstpost  

Cheteshwar Pujara feels that Indian cricket team should continue with KL Rahul as an opener in the second Test against Australia in Adelaide while captain Rohit Sharma can bat at No.3 and if Shubman Gill is back, he can be slotted in at No.5. Cheteshwar Pujara, who played a starring role in India’s Test series victory down under in the …

KL should continue to open with Jaiswal, Rohit can come in at 3: Cheteshwar Pujara
3 weeks, 5 days ago

KL should continue to open with Jaiswal, Rohit can come in at 3: Cheteshwar Pujara

New Indian Express  

CANBERRA: Cheteshwar Pujara wants K L Rahul to open the batting alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal in the second Test against Australia despite the arrival of skipper Rohit Sharma. Pujara, the rock of Indian batting on the previous two tours of Australia, feels the opening combination should not be tinkered with after a 295-run win in the series opener. "I think, for …

Is Shubman Gill ready for pink-ball Test? Coach Abhishek Nayar provides injury update
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Is Shubman Gill ready for pink-ball Test? Coach Abhishek Nayar provides injury update

India Today  

India's assistant coach Abhishek Nayar said Shubman Gill batted without pain in the nets at the Manuka Oval at the Canberra on Friday, November 29. Abhishek Nayar said Shubman Gill will be monitored by the physio on Friday before taking a call on his participation in the warm-up match against Prime Minister's XI. India will be keen on having Shubman …

Rohit to return, KL Rahul at No.3 or No.6? India's likely playing XI for 2nd Test against Australia
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Rohit to return, KL Rahul at No.3 or No.6? India's likely playing XI for 2nd Test against Australia

India TV News  

India face a big dilemma regarding their playing eleven for the second Test match against Australia starting on December 5. Dhruv Jurel started in the No.6 position ahead of Sarfaraz Khan in Perth while Nitish Reddy and Yash Thakur made their Test debuts. But with Rohit returning and Gill getting fit, the management is facing a big question regarding India's …

Shubman Gill returns to nets after recovering from thumb injury
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Shubman Gill returns to nets after recovering from thumb injury

New Indian Express  

CANBERRA: Shubman Gill returned to the India nets on Friday, showing enough signs of a full recovery from a thumb injury that ruled him out of the series opener against Australia in Perth. Gill's absence was not felt in Perth as India won the game by 295 runs but considering his impressive run on the previous tour, the visitors need …

Cheteshwar Pujara suggests change in India's batting order as Rohit Sharma comes in for pink-ball Test
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Cheteshwar Pujara suggests change in India's batting order as Rohit Sharma comes in for pink-ball Test

India TV News  

Cheteshwar Pujara wants India to stick to the same opening pair that laid the foundation of the 295-run win in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth. The pair of Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul had added 201 runs for the first wicket in the second innings of the series opener but with Rohit Sharma, now, back as …

BGT 2024-25: Will Shubman Gill be part of playing XI for Adelaide Test against Australia? Report says...
3 weeks, 6 days ago

BGT 2024-25: Will Shubman Gill be part of playing XI for Adelaide Test against Australia? Report says...

Live Mint  

The Rohit Sharma-led Indian cricket team has arrived in Canberra ahead of its two-day pink ball practice match against PM 's XI here from 30 November. With India despite the absence of skipper Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and all-rounders Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja, the team triumphed in Perth in the first Test against Australia. Update on Rohit Sharma: Rohit …

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Assured display in Perth offers KL Rahul another toehold in playing eleven
3 weeks, 6 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 …

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