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"Game Will Stagnate...": India Team Management Member Warns Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli - Report

The Test series defeat against Australia resulted in massive criticism for the Indian cricket team batters - especially the senior duo of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Both batters had a forgettable campaign with Rohit dropping himself for the final Test after scoring just 31 runs in 3 matches. Following the series loss, Sunil Gavaskar and Irfan Pathan both urged Indian cricketers to play domestic cricket while head coach Gautam Gambhir also dropped a similar hint. Amid the ongoing conversation, a member of the Indian team management admitted that "while playing domestic cricket cannot fix all the flaws, it can certainly help Test players get into the rhythm needed to play the longest format."

Video - "Many Indian Women Have Crush On You": Pat Cummins Stumped By Question. Replies, "Just Do My..."

Pat Cummins etched his name among the greatest Australian captains ever after he led his team to a resounding 3-1 win over India in the 2024-25 Border Gavaskar Trophy. The world beaters that Australia are, one team which had been troubling them for close to a decade till the 2024-25 BGT was India. However, this time the tables turned with Australia winning the bragging rights. Cummins' leadership and all-round contributions were instrumental in Australia clinching the series and earning their place in the WTC Final at Lord's in June 2025.

"Go Back And...": Ravi Shastri Does Not Stutter, Gives Blunt Advice To Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have enjoyed glittering cricket careers for Team India, but they've now hit a lean patch. Both stalwarts struggled enormously in 2024, particularly in the longest format of the game. After dismal performances in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, which has put their Test future in jeopardy, Kohli and Rohit have received advice from a familiar face. Former India coach Ravi Shastri has stated that while retirement is in their own hands, they can revive their careers by going back to one particular thing. That thing, is domestic cricket. Shastri did not stutter, putting it bluntly when speaking about the two great batters.

"He Got The Wicket But...": Sam Konstas Breaks Silence On Altercation With Jasprit Bumrah In Sydney

Australia's stylish opening batter Sam Konstas made plenty of fans and a few foes as well with his animatic batting in the final two matches of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. In Sydney, Konstas even clashed with India's Jasprit Bumrah shortly before stumps on Day 1, prompting a huge chatter around his act on social media. Konstas unnecessarily intervened in a matter solely between Usman Khawaja and the India pacer. However, Konstas' intervention fired up Bumrah, who dismissed Khawaja on the next delivery. The rookie Australian opener has now opened up on the incident.

Neeraj Chopra To Reduce Time Spent With Coach Jan Zelezny In 2025. Here's Why

Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra will not train with his coach Jan Zelezny throughout the year and seek his guidance only when required, outgoing Athletics Federation of India (AFI) president Adille Sumariwalla said on Tuesday. Chopra roped in three-time Olympic champion and world record holder Zelezny (98.48m) as his coach in November 2024, setting the ball rolling for the upcoming season, where he will defend his world title. Zelezny, 58, is widely considered the greatest javelin thrower of the modern era. The Czech won three Olympic gold medals (1992, 1996, 2000)and as many world titles (1993, 1995, 2001) in his illustrious career.

"Should've Been Punished": Jasprit Bumrah Heavily Criticised For This "Disgraceful Act" In Sydney Test

The 19-year-old Australia opener Sam Konstas had an eventful time as he made his debut in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25. The youngster showed aggression aplenty, both with the bat and with his demeanour on the field. He also faced a fair bit of aggression and sledging from Team India, particularly Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah. Kohli was even fined for getting involved in a shoulder-barging incident with Konstas. New South Wales coach Greg Shipperd - under whom Konstas plays in domestic cricket - slammed the actions of Kohli and Bumrah.

England Skipper Ben Stokes Undergoes Hamstring Operation

England Test captain Ben Stokes on Tuesday said he had undergone surgery on his injured hamstring. The 33-year-old all-rounder tore his left hamstring during the third Test against New Zealand in Hamilton -- England's final game of 2024. That left Stokes requiring surgery and needing a three-month absence. On Tuesday, Stokes posted a picture on Instagram of him in a car supported by a leg brace. He captioned the photo: "Bionic Man for a while." Stokes missed four consecutive Test matches after tearing the same hamstring while playing in the Hundred in August.

BCCI To Review Australia Debacle. Report Says Gautam Gambhir Will Survive While Virat Kohli And Rohit Sharma...

After India's 1-3 loss against Australia in the 2024-25 Border Gavaskar Trophy series, many questions were raised on the side's senior players, mainly Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, after a series of poor outings for the duo. Head coach Gautam Gambhir and his support staff's role too has come under scrutiny. But as things stand, all three will survive the debacle and BCCI sources told IANS that Rohit and Virat will remain in contention to represent the country in the Champions Trophy and the five-match Test series against England in June.

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"Game Will Stagnate...": India Team Management Member Warns Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli - Report

Video - "Many Indian Women Have Crush On You": Pat Cummins Stumped By Question. Replies, "Just Do My..."

"Go Back And...": Ravi Shastri Does Not Stutter, Gives Blunt Advice To Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma

"He Got The Wicket But...": Sam Konstas Breaks Silence On Altercation With Jasprit Bumrah In Sydney

Neeraj Chopra To Reduce Time Spent With Coach Jan Zelezny In 2025. Here's Why

"Should've Been Punished": Jasprit Bumrah Heavily Criticised For This "Disgraceful Act" In Sydney Test

England Skipper Ben Stokes Undergoes Hamstring Operation

BCCI To Review Australia Debacle. Report Says Gautam Gambhir Will Survive While Virat Kohli And Rohit Sharma...