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KL Rahul Dropped For 2nd Test vs New Zealand. 'Bold' Decision Leaves Internet Split

The Indian cricket team decided to drop KL Rahul as Shubman Gill made his return to the playing XI for the second Test encounter against New Zealand in Pune. Rahul has struggled for form in the past few matches and his poor show in the first Test in Bengaluru did not help his cause. With Gill coming back after missing the first Test due to a stiff neck, the choice was always between Rahul and Sarfaraz Khan. However, with Sarfaraz slamming an impressive 150 in Bengaluru, the team management decided to drop Rahul. The decision left the internet split with fans coming up with conflicting reactions to the development.

Gujarat Titans Retentions Confirmed For IPL 2025? Social Media Post Leaves Fans Buzzing

There has been a lot of speculation over who the franchises will be retaining ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction but not much has come out in the open when it comes to Gujarat Titans. The 2022 champions had a tough outing in IPL 2024 as they missed Mohammed Shami who was ruled out due to injury. The other thing that haunted them was the absence of Hardik Pandya who completed a sensational trade to Mumbai Indians. However, fans were left buzzing after a social media post from the franchise hinted at their potential retentions for IPL 2025. Gujarat Titans posted three pictures of Shubman Gill and Rashid Khan with a cryptic one-line caption. "All over the opponents like a Shub-Rash," the caption read.

Pakistan vs England Live Streaming 3rd Test Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

Pakistan vs England 3rd Test, Live Streaming: Pakistan are all set to take on England in the third Test of the three-match series from Thursday in Rawalpindi. The series is currently levelled at 1-1 and both the teams will now be giving their level best, in order to seal the victory. England piled up 823-7 to thrash Pakistan by an innings on a lifeless Multan pitch in the first Test, before the hosts bounced back with a 152-run win on a recycled and turning Multan track.

India Drop Star Batter As Shubman Gill Returns From Injury In 2nd Test Against New Zealand

Shubman Gill returned to India's playing XI as New Zealand won the toss and opted to bat in the second Test in Pune on Thursday. The hosts made three big changes on the back of an eight-wicket defeat in the series-opener in Bengaluru last week. Gill missed the first Test match in Bengaluru due to a stiff neck but head coach Gautam Gambhir confirmed ahead of the second Test that the youngster has recovered completely. Gill replaced out-of-form star KL Rahul, while India also dropped Mohammed Siraj and Kuldeep Yadav, respectively. Akash Deep and Washington Sundar replaced Kuldeep and Siraj in the playing XI.

Sunil Gavaskar Delivers 'Panic' Verdict On India Making 3 Changes For 2nd Test vs New Zealand

Indian cricket team decided to make three changes in the playing XI for the second Test encounter against New Zealand in Pune starting Thursday. Shubman Gill came back from injury after missing the first Test in Bengaluru while pacer Akash Deep and all-rounder Washington Sundar were also included. On the other hand, KL Rahul, Mohammed Siraj and Kuldeep Yadav lost their spots in the playing XI following the crushing loss in Bengaluru. Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar was not convinced by the massive changes made by India and said that the inclusion of Washington shows that India are 'worried about their batting' after the defeat.

LIVE | India v New Zealand, 2nd Test - Day 1

New Zealand skipper Tom Latham won the toss and elected to bat against India on Thursday as the visitors look to clinch the series in the second Test.

India vs New Zealand LIVE, 2nd Test, Day 1: India Eye Revenge, New Zealand Aim To Seal Series

India vs New Zealand, Second Test Day 1 Live Updates: A lot will be on stake when India step onto the field to face New Zealand in the second Test of the three-match series at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune on Thursday. Revenge will be in the minds of the Indian players as they suffered an 8-wicket loss in the first game.

India vs Germany Live Telecast Hockey Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch

India vs Germany Hockey Live Streaming:After a decade-long hiatus, international hockey is set for a grand return to New Delhi as India take on Germany in a two-match Test series, scheduled to be played at the iconic Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium. Both teams met earlier this year during the semi-finals at Paris Olympics, and India will be eager to avenge their narrow 3-2 loss. India and Germany clash promises to deliver intense and exciting hockey, as both teams share a fierce rivalry. Since 2013, the two sides have faced each other 19 times, with India winning eight matches and Germany coming out on top on seven occasions.

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KL Rahul Dropped For 2nd Test vs New Zealand. 'Bold' Decision Leaves Internet Split

Gujarat Titans Retentions Confirmed For IPL 2025? Social Media Post Leaves Fans Buzzing

Pakistan vs England Live Streaming 3rd Test Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

India Drop Star Batter As Shubman Gill Returns From Injury In 2nd Test Against New Zealand

Sunil Gavaskar Delivers 'Panic' Verdict On India Making 3 Changes For 2nd Test vs New Zealand

LIVE | India v New Zealand, 2nd Test - Day 1

India vs New Zealand LIVE, 2nd Test, Day 1: India Eye Revenge, New Zealand Aim To Seal Series

India vs Germany Live Telecast Hockey Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch