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Rohit Sharma vs Hardik Pandya: Explaining T20 World Cup Captaincy Dilemma

The future of India's veteran batter Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are up in the air, with there being little clarity over the duo continuing to play T20I cricket for India. Though reports have surfaced, suggesting Rohit will lead India in the T20 World Cup next year. But, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) refused to give clarity on the matter, suggesting no decision has been taken yet. As for Hardik Pandya, who has been leading the Indian team in T20Is since the conclusion of the 2022 T20 World Cup, fitness remains the biggest roadblock in his pursuit of full-time captaincy in the shortest format. Hardik got injured in the ODI World Cup and isn't expected to regain full fitness anytime soon.

Right Call To Hand Rahul Dravid Coaching Extension? Zaheer Khan's Honest Response

Indian cricket team is at crossroads, well sort of. After the runners-up finish at the ODI Cricket World Cup 2023, the next big assignment for the Indian cricket team is the T20 World Cup 2024. There is increasing curiosity on whether it is time for Indian cricket to infuse fresh blood in the white-ball formats. Indian cricket team head coach Rahul Dravid also ended his first tenure with the side. While there was much speculation on whether a new person would be given the reins of the team, it is now confirmed that Rahul Dravid has been given an extension as the head coach of the Indian cricket team.

"Virat Kohli Will Play Major Role": South Africa Great Praises India Star Ahead Of Test Series

Team India's ongoing all-format tour against South Africa started on a disappointing note as the first T20I got washed out due to rain in Durban on Sunday. The second T20I will be played on Tuesday in Gqeberha and the young guns of India, led by star batter Suryakumar Yadav will aim for a perfect outing. Post the T20Is and the three-match ODI series, both the teams will be squaring off in a two-match Test series, where skipper Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and pacer Jasprit Bumrah will be joining the squad.

Watch: India's Adarsh Singh Takes Absolute Blinder In Slips, Leaves Pakistan U19 Batter Shocked

India got off to a fine start with the ball in the Under-19 Asia Cup 2023 match against Pakistan, with Murugan Abhishek dismissing Shamyl Hussain for a score of 8 runs in the 5th over. India did stutter with the bat but managed to post a defendable total of 259 runs with the bat. While the batters didn't manage to put a better total on the board, the onus was on the bowlers to strike early. Abhishek did just that, but following a big helping hand from Adarsh Singh in the slips.

Australia vs Pakistan, Three-Match Test Series: Full Schedule, Venues And Squads

Pakistan's tour of Australia will kick-start on December 14 in Perth. Both the teams will be squaring off against each in a three-match Test series with batter Shan Masood leading the visitors. Pakistan's team went under a revamp after their debacle in the recently concluded ODI World Cup in India, where they finished fifth. Skipper Babar Azam stepped down as the captain across all three formats and the entire coaching staff was also changed. However, the 1992 World Cup champions will now aim for redemption in the upcoming Tests against Australia.

CSK Strategy At IPL 2024 Auction: Which Players Will MS Dhoni And Co. Go For?

As the Indian Premier League (IPL) Auction 2024, set to be conducted on December 19 in Dubai, all eyes will be on MS Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings (CSK). While the IPL 2024 season is expected to get underway in March next year, CSK's title defence kicks off with the auction itself. With other title rivals certain to strengthen their squad, the Chennai outfit must get the balance of their squad right for the upcoming campaign if they are to retain their crown.

Watch: Mohammed Shami's Farmhouse Under Tight Security As Hundreds Gather For Photo With Indian Cricket Team Star

Mohammed Shami's performance at the Cricket World Cup 2023 was a major reason behind the Indian cricket team's smooth sailing till the final. The fast bowler missed the first few matches in the Cricket World Cup but that did not stop him from finishing as the top wicket-taker at the Cricket World Cup. Mohammed Shami, who finished on top of the bowling charts with 24 wickets from seven matches in the ODI World Cup, has been India's go-to bowler in ODIs and Tests. His popularity has surged after the Cricket World Cup.

Does Rohit Sharma Pass Yo-Yo Fitness Test? India Coach's Honest Response

Fitness wasn't always a selection criteria in the Indian team but with the evolution of cricket, a lot has changed. With Virat Kohli arguably being the finest example, Indian players have worked hard towards their first. Even the introduction of the Yo-Yo test has forced the players to work on their fitness in order to get into the Indian team. However, there also remains chatter on players like Rohit Sharma who often get people engaged in fitness debates. But, as far as India's strength and conditioning coach Ankit Kaliyar is concerned, Rohit is as fit as Kohli.

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Rohit Sharma vs Hardik Pandya: Explaining T20 World Cup Captaincy Dilemma

Right Call To Hand Rahul Dravid Coaching Extension? Zaheer Khan's Honest Response

"Virat Kohli Will Play Major Role": South Africa Great Praises India Star Ahead Of Test Series

Watch: India's Adarsh Singh Takes Absolute Blinder In Slips, Leaves Pakistan U19 Batter Shocked

Australia vs Pakistan, Three-Match Test Series: Full Schedule, Venues And Squads

CSK Strategy At IPL 2024 Auction: Which Players Will MS Dhoni And Co. Go For?

Watch: Mohammed Shami's Farmhouse Under Tight Security As Hundreds Gather For Photo With Indian Cricket Team Star

Does Rohit Sharma Pass Yo-Yo Fitness Test? India Coach's Honest Response