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Watch: On Irfan Pathan's Apology, Sunil Gavaskar's Cheeky "Will Not Accept" Remark

India's hopes of winning a Test series in South Africa ended inside three days as the Rohit Sharma-led side was comprehensively beaten in the first Test of a two-match series in Centurion on Thursday. While South Africa made 408 batting second, India were bowled out for 245 and 131 in their first and second innings, respectively, losing the match by an innings and 32 runs. While analysing KL Rahul's century in the first innings, former India cricketers Sunil Gavaskar and Irfan Pathan were involved in a light-hearted conversation.

"Next Sensation For India": Ex-England Skipper's Heartwarming Praise For Shubman Gill

Former England captain Nasser Hussain has picked two youngsters who he feels will be the future legends of world cricket. In a video posted by the International Cricket Council (ICC), Hussain revealed his picks -- star India opener Shubman Gill and New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra. "I am going with Shubman Gill. I think he had a very good three quarters, nine-tenths of 2023. He must have learned so much from having the likes of Rohit Sharma on the other end. Maybe that illness towards the end just got him a little bit and his form dipped. He is a super talent and he is going to be the next sensation for India for years to come. Hopefully, he will have a good 2024," said Hussain.

Hasaranga named Sri Lanka's T20 skipper, Mendis to lead ODI side

Sri Lanka appointed all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga as the captain of their Twenty20 side on Saturday ahead of their series against Zimbabwe next month, while batsman Kusal Mendis will lead their one-day international team.

"They Don't Win Anything": England Great Slams 'Underachieving' Team India After South Africa Test Loss

Former England cricket team skipper Michael Vaughan called the Indian cricket team "one of the most underachieving sports teams in the world" following their heavy loss in the first Test match against South Africa in Centurion on Thursday. India were completely outplayed by the hosts and it meant that their wait for a Test series win in South Africa continues following the defeat. “Do you think, in terms of cricket, India are one of the most underachieving sports teams in the world?” Vaughan asked fellow expert and former Australia cricketer Mark Waugh during their discussion on FOX Sports.

Why Gautam Gambhir Gives "So Much Controversial Statements?" His Reply Is...

Former Indian cricket team opener Gautam Gambhir is no stranger to controversies. Gambhir is well known for his fiery comments and straightforward analysis which sometimes leads to conversations on social media. During a recent Q&A session on X (formerly Twitter), a fan ended up asking Gambhir why he makes such 'controversial statements'. "Why you always give so much controversial statements? #AskGG," he posted. In response, Gambhir came up with his blunt style of answering.

Watch: Virat Kohli-Rohit Sharma Moment After Former Skipper's Dismissal Leaves Fans In Shock

Virat Kohli emerged as the lone fighter as India looked to put runs on the board against a formidable South Africa pace attack Thursday. Kohli's 76-run knock was the highest score by an Indian batter in the second innings, that too by a big margin, as the batting unit crumbled against Proteas pacers. On Day 3 of the first Test, skipper Rohit Sharma knew that Virat's dismissal meant that it was all over for the team. Yet, he went ahead and gave Kohli his due credit for the valiant knock.

Ajinkya Rahane's 3-Word Post Goes Viral. Internet Points At Its 'Timing'

Ajinkya Rahane uploaded a video on social media from his practice session. In the four-second clip, the right-handed batter could be seen playing a flick shot on a fuller delivery. "No rest days," was the caption of the video. It is interesting to note that the post from Rahane came after the Indian cricket team suffered an embarrassing loss to South Africa in the first Test match in Centurion. The Proteas put a stunning all-round display to hand India an innings and 32-run defeat.

India Women vs Australia Women 2nd ODI: Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium Records And Stats

India Women and Australia Women will go head-to-head in the second match of Australia Women's tour of India, 3 ODI Series 2023/24 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, India, on Saturday, December 30. The match starts at 1:30 PM IST. Harmanpreet Kaur's India Women were handed a six-wicket loss by Australia in the first ODI. The hosts will look to win the upcoming second ODI to keep the series alive.

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Watch: On Irfan Pathan's Apology, Sunil Gavaskar's Cheeky "Will Not Accept" Remark

"Next Sensation For India": Ex-England Skipper's Heartwarming Praise For Shubman Gill

Hasaranga named Sri Lanka's T20 skipper, Mendis to lead ODI side

"They Don't Win Anything": England Great Slams 'Underachieving' Team India After South Africa Test Loss

Why Gautam Gambhir Gives "So Much Controversial Statements?" His Reply Is...

Watch: Virat Kohli-Rohit Sharma Moment After Former Skipper's Dismissal Leaves Fans In Shock

Ajinkya Rahane's 3-Word Post Goes Viral. Internet Points At Its 'Timing'

India Women vs Australia Women 2nd ODI: Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium Records And Stats