Rishabh Pant’s sensational century in his Test comeback propelled him back into the ICC rankings, while India’s Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli dropped down the list. Meanwhile, Prabath Jayasuriya’s impressive bowling performance earned him a spot in the top 10, and Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Travis Head surged into the ODI top 10.
This article covers the latest news from the world of cricket, including KL Rahul’s fluctuating Test form, Gary Kirsten’s alleged political role in Pakistan cricket, Virat Kohli’s humorous welcome in Kanpur, and England’s ODI win over Australia.
India’s fielding coach, T Dilip, highlights the impressive catches from the first Test against Bangladesh, showcasing the team’s commitment and skill in the field. He praises Virat Kohli’s intense practice habits and highlights standout catches by KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Shubman Gill.
Virat Kohli achieved a significant milestone in his illustrious career, becoming the second Indian batter to score 12,000 international runs at home during the first Test against Bangladesh in Chennai. He now joins the legendary Sachin Tendulkar in this elite list, solidifying his position as one of India’s greatest batsmen.
India’s first Test series against Bangladesh, starting Thursday in Chennai, will be a battle of spin. Bangladesh’s spinners have been dominant, while India’s batsmen, particularly Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, have struggled against them in recent times. The series is a crucial one for India, who are aiming for a spot in the World Test Championship final.
The upcoming India vs Bangladesh Test series promises exciting milestones for both teams. From Virat Kohli’s 9,000 Test runs to Ravindra Jadeja’s 300 Test wickets, there are several individual achievements on the horizon. Bangladesh, on the other hand, has a chance to make history with their first-ever Test victory against India.
Veteran Indian leg-spinner Piyush Chawla believes that young batsmen Shubman Gill and Ruturaj Gaikwad are the players who can fill the void left by Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma when the two legends retire from international cricket. Chawla highlights Gill’s strong technique and Gaikwad’s potential, praising them as ‘special players’.
Virat Kohli, the legendary Indian batsman, has never been sold in an IPL auction throughout his illustrious career with the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). Despite his immense popularity and skill, a combination of factors including his early draft selection, RCB’s consistent retention, and his invaluable contributions to the team have made him one of the few players in IPL history to have never been auctioned.
Indian women’s cricket star Smriti Mandhana has revealed that she sought advice from Virat Kohli about his mindset and approach to batting, emphasizing the impact it had on her own game. The revelation came ahead of the Women’s T20 World Cup, where Mandhana will be a key player for India.
Virat Kohli finally broke his long international century drought, scoring a magnificent 122 against Afghanistan in the Asia Cup Super 4 match. The knock, his first T20I century and 71st across all formats, silenced his doubters and showcased his return to form.
