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India vs India A Practice Match: Virat Kohli Gone For 15, Rishabh Pant Only Made...

In a behind-closed-doors match, India and India A squared off ahead of the start of the Border Gavaskar Trophy. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) scheduled the 3-day match starting Friday, though barred fans from attending the fixture at WACA. On the opening day of the warm-up game, a piece of worrying news has emerged as the talismanic Virat Kohli has yet again failed to produce an upturn in his form. Even India's hero against New Zealand in the 0-3 whitewash, Rishabh Pant, was dismissed cheaply.

Injury Blows For India Ahead Of Perth Test: KL Rahul Suffers Elbow Blow, Virat Kohli Undergoes Scans

KL Rahul on Friday copped a blow on his right elbow and left the field for scans during India's match simulation at the WACA ground, raising concern ahead of the first Test against Australia here from November 22. Rahul made 29 before pacer Prasidh Krishna pinged on his elbow with a climbing delivery, and the batter had to walk off after consulting with team physio. The 32-year-old is in line to open the innings if skipper Rohit Sharma does not play in the first Test of the five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy series.

"Virat Kohli Not Gelling With Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir": Ex-Australia Star's Bombastic Claim Ahead Of Perth Test

Former Australia all-rounder Brendon Julian has backed the hosts to beat India inside four days in the upcoming first Test of a five-match Test series, starting November 22 in Perth. After being blown away by New Zealand at home earlier this month, Julian reckoned that India have plenty of areas to address ahead of the series-opener at the Optus Stadium. India captain Rohit Sharma is likely to miss the first Test due to personal reasons, and pacer Jasprit Bumrah is set to lead the team in his absence.

Retiring paceman Southee on call if New Zealand play WTC final

New Zealand paceman Tim Southee is eyeing the third test against England as his swan song in the format but will make himself available for selection if the Black Caps make the World Test Championship (WTC) final next year.

Sunil Gavaskar Sets Record Straight On Virat Kohli Ahead Of Australia Tests. Says "Survive..."

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar feels Virat Kohli has the track record to turn around his poor form during the upcoming five-match Test series against Australia. Kohli arrived in Australia on the back of a horror outing with the bat against New Zealand at home, where he scored just 93 runs across six innings in a shock 0-3 loss at home. However, Gavaskar is confident of a turnaround, especially considering Kohli's exceptional record in Australia. Historically, Australia has been a stage where Kohli has performed spectacularly, scoring 1352 runs in 13 Tests at an average of 54.08. He has also scored six centuries and four fifties Down Under.

England turn to Steward for South Africa aerial battle

LONDON :England fullback Freddie Steward, scrumhalf Jack van Poortvliet, flanker Sam Underhill and winger Ollie Sleightholme will all start against South Africa on Saturday as coach Steve Borthwick seeks to end a run of four successive defeats.

Bernard Jackman: Ireland to beat Pumas but I'm not confident

Bernard Jackman is backing Andy Farrell to get a positive response out of his players this week, but has warned that Ireland will need to be close to their best to defeat an exciting Argentina team on Friday night.

Watch: India Skipper Rohit Sharma Sweats It Out Ahead Of Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Skipper Rohit Sharma was seen sweating it out in a new video, showcasing his dedication and intense workout routine. The video, posted by his media team, Team Ro, on Instagram, captures the cricket star lifting weights, cycling, and running. "Best start to the day," was the text shared with the post. As a key player for the Indian cricket team, his rigorous training regimen is crucial for staying in top form, especially with the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) on the horizon.

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India vs India A Practice Match: Virat Kohli Gone For 15, Rishabh Pant Only Made...

Injury Blows For India Ahead Of Perth Test: KL Rahul Suffers Elbow Blow, Virat Kohli Undergoes Scans

"Virat Kohli Not Gelling With Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir": Ex-Australia Star's Bombastic Claim Ahead Of Perth Test

Retiring paceman Southee on call if New Zealand play WTC final

Sunil Gavaskar Sets Record Straight On Virat Kohli Ahead Of Australia Tests. Says "Survive..."

England turn to Steward for South Africa aerial battle

Bernard Jackman: Ireland to beat Pumas but I'm not confident

Watch: India Skipper Rohit Sharma Sweats It Out Ahead Of Border-Gavaskar Trophy