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India vs South Africa 2nd Test: Match Preview, Pitch Report, Weather Report, Predicted XIs

Rohit Sharma, the leader, will need to channelise the champion tactician that resides in him as India look to restore parity against South Africa and remain consequential in the World Championship points table when the second Test starts here on Wednesday. India are sixth in the nine-team table with 14 points (38.89 PCT) and a defeat will dent their standing further. Ravindra Jadeja, India's "Most Valuable Player" across formats, will come back to add the requisite middle-order batting balance and steady overs with the old Kookaburra but it will be the skipper's choice of third and fourth speed merchants that will define the embattled team's response.

"India's Greatest Moment...": Pace Great Venkatesh Prasad Elated After Getting Ram Mandir Consecration Invite

Venkatesh Prasad is one of the best pacers that India has ever produced. At a time, when India were not known for their pace prowess, Venkatesh Prasad teamed up with Javagal Srinath and others to give a glimpse of the fast bowling force that the team would go on to become. Prasad played 33 Tests and 161 ODIs taking 96 and 196 wickets in the formats respectively. His performance at the ODI World Cups is part of India's most talked about performances on the cricket field.

India vs Australia, 3rd Women's ODI Live Score: Follow Latest Updates

IND-W vs AUS-W, 3rd ODI Live: Australia skipper Alyssa Healy won the toss and opted to bat in the third and final women's ODI against India at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Tuesday. India eye a consolatory win in the three-match series. The hosts handed debut to 20-year-old bowling all-rounder Mannat Kashyap, who replaced Sneh Rana in the playing XI. Meanwhile, Australia also made one change as Megan Schutt replaced Darcie Brown. The visitors lead the three-match series 2-0. (Live Scorecard)

Mould-breaker Warner bows out on his own terms

SYDNEY : David Warner admits he never quite fit the mould of a test player but this week will end his 12-year career on his own terms and in the same manner that other modern greats of the Australian game have made their exits.

David Warner: Veteran Australian opener calls time on career in Tests and ODIs

Veteran Australian opener David Warner on Monday called time on his One-Day International career ahead of his farewell Test against Pakistan this week.

Jonathan Trott To Continue As Afghanistan Coach In 2024

Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott's contract has been extended for a year, the country's cricket board announced, rewarding him for making significant contributions to the team's progress and development. Having taken over as head coach in July 2022, the former England batter's 18-month tenure came to an end in 2023. Under his guidance, Afghanistan achieved remarkable success and secured several victories.

"He Pressed Forward...": Allan Donald Decodes Sachin Tendulkar's Tremendous Record In South Africa

Legendary South Africa cricket team fast bowler Allan Donald decoded the reason behind Sachin Tendulkar's tremendous form against the Proteas. While India batters have historically struggled in South Africa, Sachin has scored four Test centuries in five tours to the nation. “It's not an easy place to combat. We see that daily in South Africa, the ball does nip around more than it does in Australia or England. If your footwork isn't 100 percent then you are in trouble,” Donald told PTI in an exclusive interview.

'Sab Sledging Karenge': Young Captain's Pep Talk Ahead Of Match Goes Viral

When we hear the word sledging in cricket, it reminds us of the Australian team during the late 90s and early 2000s. Australia, under the leadership of Steve Waugh and Ricky Ponting, was not only famous for their skills on the field, but also their aggressive sledging of opponents. The side from Down Under won several games with their skills on the field, but there were times when the Australian team of the past had to take a different approach to gain an advantage over their opponents. Ponting's Australia had mastered the art of sledging, winning two World Cup titles under that period.

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India vs South Africa 2nd Test: Match Preview, Pitch Report, Weather Report, Predicted XIs

"India's Greatest Moment...": Pace Great Venkatesh Prasad Elated After Getting Ram Mandir Consecration Invite

India vs Australia, 3rd Women's ODI Live Score: Follow Latest Updates

Mould-breaker Warner bows out on his own terms

David Warner: Veteran Australian opener calls time on career in Tests and ODIs

Jonathan Trott To Continue As Afghanistan Coach In 2024

"He Pressed Forward...": Allan Donald Decodes Sachin Tendulkar's Tremendous Record In South Africa

'Sab Sledging Karenge': Young Captain's Pep Talk Ahead Of Match Goes Viral