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Watch: Virat Kohli Silences Australian Fans With Sandpaper Gesture Amid Social Media Accusations

Back as captain in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah and Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli led his troops in style as India claimed three quick wickets on Day 3 of the 5th Test against Australia in Sydney. With Bumrah out injured and Rohit rested for the match, the onus was on Kohli to marshall the Indian players on the field on Sunday. Kohli, a man who wears his heart on his sleeve, is known for his quirky interactions with fans on the ground. The case was no different in Sydney where Virat shut down a section of fans with epic 'sandpaper' banter.

"Earned This Captaincy, Kisi Ne Plate Pe Saja Ke Nahi Di": Rohit Sharma's Fiery Rant

Regular India captain Rohit Sharma, who stood himself down from the ongoing Sydney Test due to his poor form, said the new boys in the team have to work hard and earn the chance of taking up the leadership role in the future. Rohit stood himself down from playing the Sydney Test after making just 3, 6, 10, 3 and 9 in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. In his absence, Jasprit Bumrah has been captaining India in Sydney, but in worrying signs for the visitors, he left the field during second session of day two's play and was seen going to hospital for scans with members of the support staff.

"Clear Self Doubt": Sanjay Manjrekar Minces No Words, Gives Brutal Verdict On Off-Colour Virat Kohli

Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar weighed in on Virat Kohli's ongoing struggles against deliveries outside the off-stump, following Kohli's dismissal on Day 2 of the fifth Test against Australia in Sydney. Kohli's repeated dismissals to similar modes of attack have raised questions about his form, and Manjrekar opined that the batter is now grappling with self-doubt despite trying everything to overcome this glaring weakness.

India vs Australia LIVE, 5th Test, Day 3: Jasprit Bumrah-Less India Get 1st Wicket, Australia Look To Chase...

India vs Australia 5th Test Day 3 Live Updates: India got their first breakthrough after Prasidh Krishna removed Sam Konstas for 22. Currently, Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne are forming a partnership for one-down Australia in the chase of 162.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Calls Koneru Humpy "A Sporting Icon" After Meeting With Chess Ace

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called Grandmaster Koneru Humpy "a sporting icon" after she met him following her recent triumph in the FIDE Women's World Rapid Chess Championship in New York. With her family in tow, Humpy met the PM and described it as a "once-in-a-lifetime privilege." Modi tweeted after the meeting, "Glad to have met Koneru Humpy and her family. She is a sporting icon and a source of inspiration for aspiring players. Her sharp intellect and unwavering determination are clearly visible. She has not only brought immense pride to India but has also redefined what excellence is." Humpy capped a wonderful year for Indian chess by defeating Irene Sukandar of Indonesia to emerge champion in the prestigious tournament in New York on Sunday.

"Scott Boland Would Have Been Playing Every Single Test If Born In Any Era Before": Justin Langer

Former Australian opener and head coach Justin Langer lauded pacer Scott Boland for his performances in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, terming his bowling "elite" and saying he would have played every single Test had he be born in any other era. Boland continued to haunt the Indian team with his accurate line and lengths, taking a four-wicket haul as, despite a promising start by openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul in the second innings, India lost quick wickets and ended their day on 141/6, with a 145-run lead in their hands and very less batting firepower left in the tank. Speaking as quoted by WWOS after stumps, Langer said, "He (Scott Boland) is brilliant, I love him."

Sunil Gavaskar Draws 'Young Virat Kohli' Comparison For Sam Konstas, Issues Major Warning To 19-Year-Old

19-year-old Australia opener Sam Konstas has quickly become the talk of the town. Just two Test matches into his career, Konstas' aggressive approach has seen him have both verbal and cricketing clashes with several India players. While Konstas and Virat Kohli clashed shoulders in the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Melbourne, he had a war of words with India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah in the fifth Test in Sydney. Legendary Indian batter Sunil Gavaskar has now drawn an interesting comparison, finding a parallel between Konstas and a young Virat Kohli.

"Will Leave That Up To ICC": Australia Head Coach Accuses India Of 'Intimidating' Sam Konstas

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald accused India of intimidating 19-year-old opener Sam Konstas with the way visitors surrounded him at the end of Day 1 of the fifth Test in an intimidating celebration. The incident took place on the last ball of Day 1, when young Konstas, who has repeatedly gotten under the skin of the visitors since making his debut in the fourth Test, was involved in an animated chat with skipper Jasprit Bumrah before the Indian spearhead went on to dismiss Usman Khawaja on the very next delivery.

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Watch: Virat Kohli Silences Australian Fans With Sandpaper Gesture Amid Social Media Accusations

"Earned This Captaincy, Kisi Ne Plate Pe Saja Ke Nahi Di": Rohit Sharma's Fiery Rant

"Clear Self Doubt": Sanjay Manjrekar Minces No Words, Gives Brutal Verdict On Off-Colour Virat Kohli

India vs Australia LIVE, 5th Test, Day 3: Jasprit Bumrah-Less India Get 1st Wicket, Australia Look To Chase...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Calls Koneru Humpy "A Sporting Icon" After Meeting With Chess Ace

"Scott Boland Would Have Been Playing Every Single Test If Born In Any Era Before": Justin Langer

Sunil Gavaskar Draws 'Young Virat Kohli' Comparison For Sam Konstas, Issues Major Warning To 19-Year-Old

"Will Leave That Up To ICC": Australia Head Coach Accuses India Of 'Intimidating' Sam Konstas