Rishabh Pant: We don't want to focus on individual performances
3 years, 7 months ago

Rishabh Pant: We don't want to focus on individual performances

The Hindu  

India wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant said the team will stand by its decision to bat first after being bundled for a paltry first innings total against England in third Test at Headingley. Moving into the Test with an unchanged bowling attack with four seam options, skipper Virat Kohli decided to bat first on Day One after winning the Toss on a wicket that was suggested to be "tacky" by his counterpart, Joe Root. HIGHLIGHTS, 3rd Test Day 1 Post the day's play, Pant defended Kohli's decision and said: "In the morning, the wicket was slightly on the softer side, and they bowled in good areas. Yes, individual performances matter, but we don't want to focus on it as an Indian cricket team," said Pant.

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'My only worry when I see them playing Test cricket...': Ganguly's frustration with Gill, Rahul; Jaiswal escapes wrath
1 week ago

'My only worry when I see them playing Test cricket...': Ganguly's frustration with Gill, Rahul; Jaiswal escapes wrath

Hindustan Times  

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has urged India's star batters to pull up their socks in Test cricket and get their individual averages higher, which would in turn help the team win more often in the longest format. Sourav Ganguly has said that India need their batters to fire to win more Test matches "My only worry when I see …

'Rishabh Pant has got to bite the bullet': Ganguly exposes India's worrying sign in sharp warning before England Tests
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1 week ago

'Rishabh Pant has got to bite the bullet': Ganguly exposes India's worrying sign in sharp warning before England Tests

Hindustan Times  

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly sent a massive warning to the Indian Test team ahead of the tour of England in late June. Ganguly wants the likes of Rishabh Pant and Shubman Gill to step up in the all-important tour, during which India will aim to secure their first Test series win in England since 2007. Sourav Ganguly sent a …

‘London flight is going to leave soon’: Virat Kohli’s early dismissal for 1 in Champions Trophy final sparks meme fest
2 weeks, 2 days ago

‘London flight is going to leave soon’: Virat Kohli’s early dismissal for 1 in Champions Trophy final sparks meme fest

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli’s early dismissal in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final against New Zealand sent shockwaves across social media, sparking a mix of criticism, disappointment, and support from fans. One user lamented, “Virat, your getting out broke me so much that now I don’t feel like watching the match.” Another echoed similar sentiments, calling it “Saddening, absolutely saddening.” Reflecting on …

Watch: Virat Kohli waves at Anushka Sharma during drinks break in IND vs NZ final
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Watch: Virat Kohli waves at Anushka Sharma during drinks break in IND vs NZ final

India Today  

Star India batter Virat Kohli was seen waving at his Bollywood actor wife Anushka Sharma during the final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 against New Zealand on Sunday, March 9 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and elected to bat first in the all-important game as India skipper Rohit Sharma lost …

ICC Champions Trophy final: Every batter contributed to team’s cause in its run to final, says Sitanshu Kotak
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

ICC Champions Trophy final: Every batter contributed to team’s cause in its run to final, says Sitanshu Kotak

The Hindu  

India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak was pleased that every batter contributed to the team’s cause in its run to the final and felt the side is well-prepared, having encountered different situations in the four games so far. Secondly, in four matches, batting first or second, we have got runs from openers, and when they didn’t, the middle-order has scored,” said …

'You're the set batter. Be there till the end and let me…': KL Rahul's exact words which Virat Kohli ignored
2 weeks, 6 days ago

'You're the set batter. Be there till the end and let me…': KL Rahul's exact words which Virat Kohli ignored

Hindustan Times  

Not often do we see a player or a teammate give a piece of mind to Virat Kohli for an on-field error. But on Monday, in India's semifinal clash against Australia in the 2025 Champions Trophy at the Dubai International Stadium, KL Rahul was seen visibly angry and frustrated at Kohli for throwing away his wicket, where he stood just …

Watch: Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma bromance stands out in emotional celebration
3 weeks ago

Watch: Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma bromance stands out in emotional celebration

India Today  

Virat Kohli did not hold back, letting his emotions flow in the dressing room after India secured a place in the Champions Trophy 2025 final by defeating arch-rivals Australia in the semi-final on Tuesday, March 4. WATCH: RAW EMOTIONS IN THE INDIAN DRESSING ROOM Kohli also shared warm hugs with Australia’s stand-in captain Steve Smith and all-rounder Glenn Maxwell, his …

'Main maar raha tha na': KL Rahul gives Virat Kohli a piece of his mind as he throws his century away against Australia
3 weeks ago

'Main maar raha tha na': KL Rahul gives Virat Kohli a piece of his mind as he throws his century away against Australia

Hindustan Times  

When KL Rahul and Virat Kohli were just beginning to stitch a solid-looking partnership, India had a drinks interval. With Kohli important to India’s chances, Rahul switched gears, hitting a four and a six in the next five balls he faced. More than missing a deserving a century, Kohli's wicket gave Australia a new lease of life and that is …

Virat Kohli frustrated, Rohit Sharma angry at KL Rahul's keeping blunders vs NZ; Gautam Gambhir told to wake up
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Virat Kohli frustrated, Rohit Sharma angry at KL Rahul's keeping blunders vs NZ; Gautam Gambhir told to wake up

Hindustan Times  

There was a reason why KL Rahul was backed over specialist wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant for a spot in the India XI in the 2025 Champions Trophy. While he picked up from where he left two years back, at least with the gloves, his keeping came under scrutiny on Sunday during the Champions Trophy match against New Zealand. India's Virat Kohli …

Virat Kohli buries his face, Hardik Pandya baffled as Chakaravarthy’s fielding blunder gifts New Zealand easy boundary
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Virat Kohli buries his face, Hardik Pandya baffled as Chakaravarthy’s fielding blunder gifts New Zealand easy boundary

Hindustan Times  

Varun Chakravarthy had a sloppy moment on the field in his first game of Champions Trophy 2025 when India had a tough task to defend 250 against New Zealand. Hardik Pandya, Virat Kohli hide their faces in disappointment Defending a 250-run target, India had a chance to get the wicket of Will Young in the fourth over. Hardik Pandya bowled …

Ravindra Jadeja enacts Glenn Phillips' one-handed stunner in front of dejected Virat Kohli in dressing room balcony
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Ravindra Jadeja enacts Glenn Phillips' one-handed stunner in front of dejected Virat Kohli in dressing room balcony

Hindustan Times  

Team India senior batter Virat Kohli failed to make an impact with the bat in the Champions Trophy match against New Zealand, which was also his 300th ODI match. Kohli looked solid at the start of the innings and scored a couple of boundaries, too, but Glenn Phillips had some different plans as he grabbed a one-handed stunner out of …

IND vs NZ: India, New Zealand battle to keep momentum going in Group A finale
3 weeks, 3 days ago

IND vs NZ: India, New Zealand battle to keep momentum going in Group A finale

India Today  

If you head into the India vs New Zealand game on Sunday thinking that it is a dead rubber, then you're mistaken. Kohli is second-highest when it comes to runs against New Zealand, behind Sachin Tendulkar and scored a hundred against them in the ODI World Cup semi-final in 2023. New Zealand: Devon Conway, Will Young, Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, …

Pant in, KL Rahul rested vs NZ? India assistant coach ten Doeschate answers
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Pant in, KL Rahul rested vs NZ? India assistant coach ten Doeschate answers

India Today  

India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate addressed the team’s wicketkeeping dilemma ahead of their final Champions Trophy group-stage clash against New Zealand on March 2. With both teams already securing semi-final berths, speculation is rife about potential lineup changes, including the possibility of Rishabh Pant replacing KL Rahul behind the stumps. With Rahul’s limited time in the middle, some argue …

Virat Kohli's return to form: What changes did batter make before Champions Trophy
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli's return to form: What changes did batter make before Champions Trophy

India Today  

Sanjay Bangar revealed how Virat Kohli worked on his batting technique after the tour of Australia came to an end. Speaking to Times Of India, Bangar said that the first change Kohli made was to make sure that the ball came to him and wasn't on the front foot always. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table Bangar also pointed …

KL Rahul admits to competition with Rishabh Pant for place in ODI team: I won't lie
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

KL Rahul admits to competition with Rishabh Pant for place in ODI team: I won't lie

India Today  

India wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has admitted to competition with Rishabh Pant in the ODI team. Speaking at the pre-match press conference ahead of India's final group stage game in the Champions Trophy, Rahul has said that there is always a temptation for the coach and the captain to play Pant ahead of him. In a candid press conference, Rahul called …

IND vs NZ: Rohit Sharma skips batting practice, Virat Kohli focusses more on spin
3 weeks, 6 days ago

IND vs NZ: Rohit Sharma skips batting practice, Virat Kohli focusses more on spin

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma opted against batting in the nets as the team held its first training session ahead of their final Group A match against New Zealand in Dubai. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table The official broadcasters reported that India trained on a grass-rich pitch, in contrast to the slow and low surfaces seen at the Dubai …

India vs Pakistan: Here's what Sunil Gavaskar disliked about Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer's 100-run partnership
1 month ago

India vs Pakistan: Here's what Sunil Gavaskar disliked about Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer's 100-run partnership

Firstpost  

Indian superstar Virat Kohli played a brilliant knock to help India register a commanding 6-wicket victory over Pakistan in the 2025 Champions Trophy on Sunday. Kohli’s partnership with Shreyas Iyer was the longest of the match, adding 114 runs off 128 balls to India’s total. Kohli and Iyer criticised by Gavaskar despite 100-run stand During the live commentary on Star …

'Kohli loves representing India,' 'Always hungry for runs': Team India hails batting star after Pakistan demolition
1 month ago

'Kohli loves representing India,' 'Always hungry for runs': Team India hails batting star after Pakistan demolition

Firstpost  

Virat Kohli once again proved why he is considered one of the greatest batters of all time with a sensational knock against Pakistan. Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma and teammate Shreyas Iyer were full of praise for Virat Kohli after the star batter guided India to a comprehensive win over Pakistan in the Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday. Champions …

Furious Gavaskar schools Virat Kohli after India star strangely blocks PAK fielder's throw: 'He's lucky nobody appealed'
1 month ago

Furious Gavaskar schools Virat Kohli after India star strangely blocks PAK fielder's throw: 'He's lucky nobody appealed'

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli made a strong start to his innings against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy clash in Dubai, but a particular act from the Indian batter left former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar fuming during the innings. Virat Kohli strangely blocked a throw from a Pakistan fielder The move appeared unusual, as no Pakistan fielder was positioned directly behind him to …

IND vs PAK: Virat Kohli returns to haunt Pakistan again with 51st ODI hundred
1 month ago

IND vs PAK: Virat Kohli returns to haunt Pakistan again with 51st ODI hundred

India Today  

Virat Kohli came back to haunt his favourite foes Pakistan once again in a major ICC tournament as he guided India to a fine win in Dubai in the Champions Trophy. Kohli scored 100 off 111 balls as India defeated Pakistan by 6 wickets to all but secure their place in the semi-finals of the Champions Trophy. Champions Trophy: Full …

Kohli getting out to same type of bowling is a concern: Sunil Gavaskar, ahead of Ind-Pak CT clash
1 month ago

Kohli getting out to same type of bowling is a concern: Sunil Gavaskar, ahead of Ind-Pak CT clash

The Hindu  

Ahead of India’s clash with Pakistan, Sunil Gavaskar said that he believes Virat Kohli’s recurring dismissals due to an open-faced bat is a matter of concern as India aim to regain the Champions Trophy after 12 years. The 36-year-old Kohli, who had a tough tour of Australia where he was repeatedly dismissed by fast bowlers in the off-side corridor, was …

Sunil Gavaskar questions Virat Kohli’s batting technique after poor show against Bangladesh: ‘Getting out to…’
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1 month ago

Sunil Gavaskar questions Virat Kohli’s batting technique after poor show against Bangladesh: ‘Getting out to…’

Live Mint  

Veteran India batter Virat Kohli's poor show in India's Champions Trophy opener against Bangladesh resulted in a barrage of criticism from the former Indian cricketers a lot of whom believe that the veteran batter has a problem playing against spin bowling, especially wrist spin. Now, former India opening batter Sunil Gavaskar has also come forward to sound alarm bells regarding …

Virat Kohli getting out to same type of bowling is a concern: Sunil Gavaskar
1 month ago

Virat Kohli getting out to same type of bowling is a concern: Sunil Gavaskar

India Today  

Legendary India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar expressed concerns over Virat Kohli’s form as he once against got dismissed cheaply in India’s opening game of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 against Bangladesh. As a result, Kohli’s poor form across formats continued as he fall prey to spin for the sixth consecutive time in ODIs. Recently, Gavaskar commented on the star batter’s continuous …

Virat Kohli trying ‘bit too hard’, in ‘middle the ball vs scoring runs’ battle; formers decode India batter’s struggles
1 month ago

Virat Kohli trying ‘bit too hard’, in ‘middle the ball vs scoring runs’ battle; formers decode India batter’s struggles

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli is trying a ‘bit too hard’ and is caught in ‘middle the ball vs scoring runs’ battle in his effort to come out of the lean patch, felt former cricketers Robin Uthappa and Anil Kumble. Former batter, Robin Uthappa, who has shared the same dressing room with Virat Kohli in national team and Indian Premier League, opined the …

‘No big game anymore?’: Virat Kohli’s flop show vs Bangladesh raises fresh concerns from ex-India stars
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1 month ago

‘No big game anymore?’: Virat Kohli’s flop show vs Bangladesh raises fresh concerns from ex-India stars

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli has widely been regarded as one of the best batters to have come out from India, second perhaps only to the legendary Sachin Tendulkar. While Kohli did show signs of getting back to form in the last ODI match against England with a 52 run knock but the veteran batter could not continue that momentum into Champions Trophy. …

England legend analyses Virat Kohli’s dismissal in third ENG ODI, draws comparison with Joe Root
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1 month, 1 week ago

England legend analyses Virat Kohli’s dismissal in third ENG ODI, draws comparison with Joe Root

India TV News  

Having missed the first ODI of the series against England, star India batter Virat Kohli made a comeback in the second game. Once again selected in the third ODI, Kohli this time managed to make a comeback and completed his half-century, amassing 52 runs in 55 deliveries. A leg spin delivery, which drew him forward, Kohli aimed at defending the …

Rishabh Pant given a chance, Arshdeep Singh to be tested as Bumrah's replacement: India likely XI vs England in 3rd ODI
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rishabh Pant given a chance, Arshdeep Singh to be tested as Bumrah's replacement: India likely XI vs England in 3rd ODI

Hindustan Times  

India have been almost flawless in the ongoing series against England and would be looking to make a cleansweep of it in Ahmedabad. India have preferred KL Rahul over Rishabh Pant thus far in the series While it remains unlikely that Rahul will lose his place in the Champions Trophy due to his form in these two matches, there is …

Rishabh Pant's adorable interaction with young fan: Fast bowling daalte ho?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rishabh Pant's adorable interaction with young fan: Fast bowling daalte ho?

India Today  

India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant was seen having an adorable conversation with a young fan as he signed his T-shirt. Ahead of the third and final ODI, a young fan had the day of his life as he met star India cricketers Rohit Sharma, Pant and Yashasvi Jaiswal. In a viral video, the fan could be seen getting his T-shirt signed …

Constant spotlight on Virat Kohli is quite unnecessary: Arjuna Ranatunga
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Constant spotlight on Virat Kohli is quite unnecessary: Arjuna Ranatunga

India Today  

Former Sri Lanka captain and World Cup winner Arjuna Ranatunga feels that the spotlight constantly being on Virat Kohli is quite unnecessary and the star batter should be given the freedom to make a decision about his future. Speaking to the Telegraph, Ranatunga said that the call on Kohli's future should be left in the hands of the player and …

Why is KL Rahul batting at No.6? Former selector left baffled by Gambhir's strategy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Why is KL Rahul batting at No.6? Former selector left baffled by Gambhir's strategy

India Today  

India wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul struggled in the ongoing ODI series against England. Rahul's recent struggles have baffled a former selector, who has lambasted head coach Gautam Gambhir for Rahul's recent form. While KL Rahul's demotion in the line-up has worked against the batter, India has benefited overall, as Axar Patel has played two excellent knocks, guiding India to a series …

Kohli steals the spotlight at nets ahead of second ODI against England
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Kohli steals the spotlight at nets ahead of second ODI against England

Deccan Chronicle  

Cuttack: Star batter Virat Kohli took center stage on the eve of the second ODI against England, batting for nearly an hour in the nets and putting to rest any doubts about the knee injury that had ruled him out in Nagpur. With the Gautam Gambhir-led think tank favoring a left-right opening combination, debutant Yashasvi Jaiswal is likely to retain …

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI: Rohit's Lean Run, Fit-Again Kohli In Focus As India Eye Series Win Over England
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI: Rohit's Lean Run, Fit-Again Kohli In Focus As India Eye Series Win Over England

ABP News  

The barren run of skipper Rohit Sharma and the selection conundrum that a fit-again Virat Kohli’s return poses are the towering obstacles in India's quest for a series win against England in the second ODI here on Sunday. India had taken a 1-0 lead after their four-wicket win at Nagpur and there was good news for the fans as batting …

India vs England: Virat Kohli set to return after knee niggle
1 month, 2 weeks ago

India vs England: Virat Kohli set to return after knee niggle

Hindustan Times  

Cuttack: Delirium swept across Barabati Stadium at the sight of Virat Kohli, stepping on to the turf and heading straight to the nets for an extended session. The scenario hasn’t changed much despite Shreyas Iyer impressing with his fifty at Nagpur, but Kohli needs a good score to unshackle himself and lend more stability to India’s middle-order batting. After two …

Virat Kohli fit to play second ODI against England, confirms batting coach Sitanshu Kotak
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Virat Kohli fit to play second ODI against England, confirms batting coach Sitanshu Kotak

The Hindu  

India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak confirmed that Virat Kohli is fit to play the second One-Day International match against England on Sunday at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. While downplaying Rohit’s poor form in red ball cricket, Kotak cited the skipper’s statistics in the 50-over format to underline his point. READ MATCH PREVIEW | IND vs ENG, 2nd ODI: Kohli’s …

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI: Virat Kohli's Struggles In Cuttack – A Look At His Stats
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI: Virat Kohli's Struggles In Cuttack – A Look At His Stats

ABP News  

The second ODI between India and England will take place at Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. Team India started IND vs ENG ODI series on a winning note, just as they did in the T20I series, securing a four-wicket victory in the opening match in Nagpur. Virat Kohli's unfavorable record in Cuttack Despite his dominance across various venues worldwide, Virat Kohli's …

Fit Kohli set to return as India look to seal series against England
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Fit Kohli set to return as India look to seal series against England

New Indian Express  

CUTTACK: Even before the India team reached the Barabati Stadium for practice, the venue started to fill. Coach Gautam Gambhir was having an animated discussion with captain Rohit Sharma, some were warming up yet all eyes were on one player -- Virat Kohli, who missed the last one-day match against England in Nagpur due to a sore knee. It was …

Watch: Virat Kohli fan left disappointed after batter's Nagpur ODI miss
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Watch: Virat Kohli fan left disappointed after batter's Nagpur ODI miss

India Today  

Despite India’s four-wicket win over England in the first ODI of their three-match series in Nagpur, the absence of Virat Kohli left some fans disheartened. With the series serving as crucial preparation for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy, Kohli’s unavailability due to a sore right knee was confirmed by captain Rohit Sharma at the toss on February 6. His aggressive …

Watch: Virat Kohli makes Kevin Pietersen laugh with hilarious antics in Nagpur
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Watch: Virat Kohli makes Kevin Pietersen laugh with hilarious antics in Nagpur

India Today  

Star India batter Virat Kohli was seen engaging in a hilarious exchange with former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen after India’s clinical win over England in the first ODI in Nagpur. pic.twitter.com/rIOayvKE8X — Gaurav February 7, 2025 Meanwhile, Kohli’s absence from the first ODI left several fans disappointed, who desperately wanted to see him play his favourite format after a long …

'I only played because Virat Kohli got injured': Shreyas Iyer's movie night cut short after Rohit's last-minute call
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'I only played because Virat Kohli got injured': Shreyas Iyer's movie night cut short after Rohit's last-minute call

Hindustan Times  

India batter Shreyas Iyer, on Thursday, shockingly revealed in a post-match chat with broadcasters that he was not slated to play in the team's opening game of the three-match series against England in Nagpur, and only got the opportunity after Virat Kohli got injured. India's Shreyas Iyer plays a shot during the first One Day International cricket match between India …

Virat Kohli Ruled Out Of IND vs ENG 1st ODI In Nagpur, Here's Why
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Virat Kohli Ruled Out Of IND vs ENG 1st ODI In Nagpur, Here's Why

ABP News  

No Virat Kohli in IND vs ENG 1st ODI: India suffered a major injury concern ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 as star batter Virat Kohli was ruled out of the first India vs England ODI of the three-match series in Nagpur due to a knee issue. While announcing Yashasvi Jaiswal and Harshit Rana's debuts for Team India at …

IND vs ENG 1st ODI: Why Virat Kohli is not part of the playing XI for Nagpur game?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IND vs ENG 1st ODI: Why Virat Kohli is not part of the playing XI for Nagpur game?

Firstpost  

Indian superstar Virat Kohli has been ruled out of the first ODI against England due to injury concerns. Rohit explains why Kohli is missing IND vs ENG 1st ODI India captain Rohit in his conversation with broadcaster Ravi Shastri at the toss explained that Virat Kohli is sitting out due to a “knee problem”. Jaiswal and Harshit are making their …

KL Rahul should be India's first-choice wicketkeeper ahead of Rishabh Pant: Sanjay Bangar
1 month, 2 weeks ago

KL Rahul should be India's first-choice wicketkeeper ahead of Rishabh Pant: Sanjay Bangar

India Today  

Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar feels KL Rahul should remain the first-choice wicketkeeper over the talented Rishabh Pant for the upcoming three-match ODI series against England. India head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Rohit Sharma will look to finalise the wicketkeeper-batter for the upcoming Champions Trophy, based on the performances in the three-match ODI series against England. Rahul brings …

IND vs ENG, 1st ODI: Rishabh Pant left out as KL Rahul gets nod as wicketkeeper
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IND vs ENG, 1st ODI: Rishabh Pant left out as KL Rahul gets nod as wicketkeeper

India Today  

Star India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant was ignored by the team management for the first ODI against England at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur on Thursday, February 6. There was widespread debate amongst fans and pundits about who should be India’s wicketkeeper ahead of the series with the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 also approaching. IND vs ENG 1st ODI Live …

‘Virat Kohli & Rohit Sharma Are Not Robots’: Former England Cricketer Backs India Legends Amid Poor Form
1 month, 2 weeks ago

‘Virat Kohli & Rohit Sharma Are Not Robots’: Former England Cricketer Backs India Legends Amid Poor Form

ABP News  

England legend Kevin Pietersen has urged critics to show respect to Indian batting stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who have faced heavy scrutiny in recent months over their below-par form with the bat. Both players struggled during the home series against New Zealand and then the Australia tour as well Virat Kohli's longstanding weakness resurfaced during the Australia tour, …

Virat Kohli’s off-stump shattered on Ranji Trophy return, out for 6; stunned silence, heartbroken fans leave stadium
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Virat Kohli’s off-stump shattered on Ranji Trophy return, out for 6; stunned silence, heartbroken fans leave stadium

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli's homecoming for Delhi at the Ranji Trophy didn't go as expected, as the Indian batter failed to make a mark in the first innings for Delhi. Virat Kohli was dismissed for just 6 on his Ranji Trophy return Kohli had hit a brilliant straight drive for a boundary in the delivery prior to his dismissal, and attempted a …

Crowd turns up for Kohli, Delhi dazzles as a team
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Crowd turns up for Kohli, Delhi dazzles as a team

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: Neither a working Thursday morning nor the laze of the winters could prevent the crowd from building at the Arun Jaitley stadium. Delhi’s Virat Kohli on the first day of the Ranji Trophy match against Railways. At the toss, the crowd’s excitement was put on hold as Delhi skipper Ayush Badoni opted to bowl first against Railways, prompting …

Virat Kohli spreads the love in Delhi
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Virat Kohli spreads the love in Delhi

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: The Arun Jaitley stadium has witnessed many legends walk its turf but for the last couple of days, it’s belonged to one man. For a city that has claimed Virat Kohli as its own -- even as he shifted base to Mumbai and more recently, London -- his return for a Ranji Trophy match after 12 years is …

Rishabh Pant embarrassed after fan touches his feet, Rohit Sharma gives spectators reason to cheer despite flop batting
2 months ago

Rishabh Pant embarrassed after fan touches his feet, Rohit Sharma gives spectators reason to cheer despite flop batting

Hindustan Times  

It was a disappointing day for both Rishabh Pant and Rohit Sharma in their respective Ranji Trophy matches on Thursday, but both the India stars gave their fans at the stadium something to cheer as they obliged with autographs and pictures. India cricketers Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant India's Test regulars made their respective return to Ranji Trophy after BCCI …

'Rishabh Pant needs to play with more responsibility'
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2 months ago

'Rishabh Pant needs to play with more responsibility'

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Former Indian cricket Suresh Raina shared his views and insights regarding the importance of Rishabh Pant and the upcoming T20I and ODI series against England. He also threw light on India’s dicey form in the ODIs and whether Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja, and Rohit Sharma will be able to repeat the 2013 heroics. Speaking on Star Sports Press Room, …

Rishabh Pant needs to play with more responsibility in Champions Trophy: Raina
2 months ago

Rishabh Pant needs to play with more responsibility in Champions Trophy: Raina

India Today  

Former India batter Suresh Raina believes Rishabh Pant can excel in the 50-over format if he bats with more "responsibility" in the three-match ODI series against England and the Champions Trophy. Pant was picked in India's Champions Trophy squad over the likes of Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan and Dhruv Jurel. "He has improved a lot on his wicketkeeping; Rishabh Pant …

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