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"Sarfaraz Khan Will Sit Out, But...": BCCI Sent Triple-Centurion Reminder On India XI For 2nd Test

The Indian cricket team suffered an embarrassing eight-wicket loss at the hands of New Zealand in the first Test of the three-match series at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. A poor batting display in the first innings saw India lose the game despite making a remarkable comeback in their second essay. The Rohit Sharma-led side was bundled out for a mere 46 while it scored 462 in the second innings. In India's fightback, young batter Sarfaraz Khan played a crucial role by scoring 150 off 195 balls with the help of 18 fours and three sixes.

"Is R Ashwin Not Fully Fit?": Ex-India Star Questions Inclusion Of Washington Sundar For New Zealand Tests

After losing the first Test to New Zealand by eight wickets in Bengaluru, Rohit Sharma-led India made a change in their squad. They added Washington Sundar in the team for the remaining two Tests against the Blackcaps. The player, who bowls right-arm off-spin and bats left-handed, was not there even in the reserves of the squad that was announced earlier for the ongoing Test series. While the new entry surprised many, former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has tried to understand the reason behind the new entry.

Exclusive: Mohammed Shami Keen On Australia Tour, Set To Take Domestic Cricket Route

The ongoing Test series against New Zealand is a good opportunity for India to prepare for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar series against Australia. The five-match Test series will be played in the Down Under, starting from November 22. The conditions in Australia will be challenging but Rohit Sharma and co are highly confident, courtesy of India's victory over there in the previous two editions of the BGT. Ahead of the highly-anticipated series, fans around the world are waiting for the return of India pacer Mohammed Shami.

ICC Hall of Famer Alastair Cook Expresses Admiration For England's 'Bazball' Of Cricket

Former England opener and recent International Cricket Council (ICC) Hall of Famer Alastair Cook expressed his admiration for the Three Lions' highly-attacking and positive 'Bazball' brand of cricket under Test captain Ben Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum, saying that he has not seen a team pushing as many boundaries as the current England side. Cook travelled to the UAE for the announcement of his induction into the ICC Hall of Fame, where he and his family also watched the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Final between New Zealand and South Africa, which the former won.

Polly Inglis Earns Maiden Call-Up As New Zealand Name Squad For Women's ODI Series Against India

Wicketkeeper-batter Polly Inglis earned her maiden call-up as recently-crowned Women's T20 World champions New Zealand announced their 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against India, beginning in Ahmedabad on Thursday. Inglis, 28, was rewarded for consistent performances with both bat and gloves for Otago Sparks in the women's Super Smash and New Zealand A, leading to her first New Zealand Cricket central contract in June. “We're really excited to introduce Polly for her first tour,” Head coach Ben Sawyer said in a statement.

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"Sarfaraz Khan Will Sit Out, But...": BCCI Sent Triple-Centurion Reminder On India XI For 2nd Test

"Is R Ashwin Not Fully Fit?": Ex-India Star Questions Inclusion Of Washington Sundar For New Zealand Tests

Exclusive: Mohammed Shami Keen On Australia Tour, Set To Take Domestic Cricket Route

ICC Hall of Famer Alastair Cook Expresses Admiration For England's 'Bazball' Of Cricket

Polly Inglis Earns Maiden Call-Up As New Zealand Name Squad For Women's ODI Series Against India

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