Rishabh Pant, back in action after a long injury layoff, provided a light-hearted moment in the India-Bangladesh Test by offering field placement advice to the opposition. Pant’s cheeky suggestion, caught on stump mic, earned praise for his sportsmanship and entertained fans. He also shone with the bat, scoring a century in the second innings and reflecting on his comeback and the importance of off-field camaraderie.
The 1986 Chennai Test between India and Australia remains etched in cricketing history as a thrilling tie, marked by incredible individual performances, intense rivalry, and a dramatic climax. Relive the highlights of this epic encounter that defied expectations and left fans on the edge of their seats.
The Indian women’s cricket team has set a new benchmark in Test cricket history, scoring a record-breaking 603/6d against South Africa in the Chennai Test. This surpasses Australia’s previous record of 575/9d, marking the fifth time a 500-plus total has been achieved in Women’s Test cricket. India’s opening pair, Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana, also created history with their record-breaking 292-run partnership for the first wicket, surpassing the previous best of 241 runs. Sneh Rana’s 8/77 in the match became the third-best bowling figures in Women’s Test cricket history, further adding to India’s dominance.
Sneh Rana, a seasoned Indian off-spinner, delivered a crucial spell on the first day of the one-off Test against South Africa in Chennai. Her wickets were vital in slowing down the Proteas, especially Laura Wolvaardt and Anneke Bosch. Despite a relatively flat pitch, Rana’s variations and strategic bowling kept the South African batters on their toes, showcasing her valuable contribution to the Indian team.
