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Pakistan Great Calls Out KKR's Blunder To Release 'Future Captain' Shubman Gill

Shubman Gill's stunning show of form, both for the Indian team and his Indian Premier League franchise Gujarat Titans, has floored the world of cricket. Peers, former cricketers and several greats of the game are running out of adjectives to praise the opener. While some feel he is the next big thing, others believe the opening batter is already a superstar. Amid the buzz around Gill, former Pakistan pacer Wasim Akram has questioned Kolkata Knight Riders' decision to release the batter.

"Three Seamers And Jadeja If...": Harbhajan On India's Bowling Combination In WTC Final

Former India cricketers Harbhajan Singh and Mohammed Kaif shared their insights on the upcoming World Test Championship (WTC) Final between India and Australia in a recent interview with Star Sports. Speaking exclusively to Star Sports, former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh said that he would prefer playing KS Bharat over Ishan Kishan for the WTC Final as he has been a more consistent performer in tests.

Venkatesh Iyer Plays Cricket In Temple Complex In Kanchipuram. Internet Amazed

Venkatesh Iyer had a great outing with the bat in the recently concluded IPL 2023. The Kolkata Knight Riders batter smashed 404 runs in 14 matches, which included a century and two half-centuries. He also became the first batter after Brendon McCullum to score a ton for KKR in the IPL. Despite his good performances, KKR failed to make it to the Playoffs and finished at the seventh spot on the points table. As IPL 2023 has now ended, the 29-year-old batter is enjoying a vacation in Tamil Nadu's Kanchipuram.

WTC Final: Australia Great Pinpoints 'Little Things' That Make Shubman Gill 'Vulnerable'

Out of all the top stars who are in the Indian cricket team for the World Test Championship final, one batter who will be closely watched is Shubman Gill. The last year has been a stellar time for the dashing opener. Be it Tests, ODIs, T20Is, or even the recently-concluded IPL, Gill has proven that he is the next big thing in world cricket. Naturally, the expectations are high from the 23-year-old as the WTC final draw near. This time India will face Pat Cummins' Australia for a shot at ending their decade-long ICC title drought. However, ahead of the final, Australia great and former India coach, Greg Chappell has pointed out a few areas which might be troublesome for Gill.

Pakistan May Pull Out Of Asia Cup After 'Hybrid Model' Is Rejected: Report

Left with no option after Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Afghanistan backed out of their proposed 'Hybrid Model', hosts Pakistan may pull out of the Asia Cup in September. According to the 'Hybrid Model' proposed by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Najam Sethi, Pakistan were to conduct 3 to 4 games of the Asia Cup in their country, while the rest of the matches involving India could be held at a neutral venue. The idea was floated after India refused to travel to Pakistan because of security concerns. However, it has become clear now that Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Afghanistan have all backed the BCCI's push for moving the tournament out of Pakistan.

Brandon King Ton Sees West Indies Cruise To Victory Over UAE In First ODI

Brandon King smashed a run-a-ball 112 as the West Indies gave themselves a confidence boost ahead of the World Cup qualifier by thrashing the United Arab Emirates in the first one-day international on Sunday. The tourists bowled out the UAE for 202 and then chased down the target with 14.4 overs to spare to secure a seven-wicket win. The West Indies are preparing for the World Cup qualifying event in Zimbabwe which starts on June 18 and also features the UAE.

Defending Champion PV Sindhu, In-Form HS Prannoy Eye Good Show In Singapore

Defending champion PV Sindhu will look to bounce back after hitting a low at Thailand but in-form HS Prannoy will be brimming with confidence as the duo spearheads Indian challenge at the Singapore Open Super 750 tournament starting in Singapore on Tuesday. Things have not been the same for Sindhu since she suffered that ankle injury in August last year. She is slowly getting back to her best with a final and semi-final finish at Madrid Spain Masters and Malaysia Masters respectively being her best result this season. However, a first-round exit at Thailand Open following a narrow loss to Canada's Michell Li is not the right way to approach a tournament, which remains her last BWF world tour title.

World Test Championship final: Australia pacers challenge India batsmen for red-ball title

India and Australia will have little time to waste when the World Test Championship final begins at The Oval in London on Wednesday.

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Pakistan Great Calls Out KKR's Blunder To Release 'Future Captain' Shubman Gill

"Three Seamers And Jadeja If...": Harbhajan On India's Bowling Combination In WTC Final

Venkatesh Iyer Plays Cricket In Temple Complex In Kanchipuram. Internet Amazed

WTC Final: Australia Great Pinpoints 'Little Things' That Make Shubman Gill 'Vulnerable'

Pakistan May Pull Out Of Asia Cup After 'Hybrid Model' Is Rejected: Report

Brandon King Ton Sees West Indies Cruise To Victory Over UAE In First ODI

Defending Champion PV Sindhu, In-Form HS Prannoy Eye Good Show In Singapore

World Test Championship final: Australia pacers challenge India batsmen for red-ball title