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Anil Kumble's Surprise Pick As Rohit Sharma's Replacement For Australia Test, Shubman Gill Snubbed

With reports suggesting India captain Rohit Sharma is expected to miss one or two Test matches of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, fans and experts have been mulling the various options in the team that could be used to replace him. While Jasprit Bumrah has emerged as the clear captaincy pick in Rohit's absence, the hunt for an opening batter is on. Shubman Gill remains one of the biggest candidates for the role but Indian cricket team legend Anil Kumble feels KL Rahul is a better choice.

"Chalao Talwaar": Rohit Sharma's First Words On Facing Media Post India's 46 All Out vs New Zealand

Indian cricket team are in a tricky spot in the first Test against New Zealand. After the first Test was washed out due to rain, the second day saw the home team get bundled out for just 46 - its third lowest score in a Test innings - after opting to bat first in overcast conditions. India captain Rohit Sharma admitted that he misread the pitch at the post-Day 2 press conference. Speaking after the second day's play, Rohit reflected on the decision to bat first under overcast conditions, a call that backfired disastrously for the hosts. "We thought it wouldn't help the seamers much after the first session or so. There wasn't much grass either. We expected it to be much flatter than it turned out to be. It was a misjudgment on my part, and I couldn't read the pitch well. I am hurting to see this score of 46 as a captain as it was my call to bat first. But one or two bad calls in a year is quite alright," Rohit admitted.

"Don't Forget He's A DSP": After Mohammed Siraj Sledges Devon Conway In 1st Test, Sunil Gavaskar's Cheeky Comment

Recently, Indian cricket team fast bowler Mohammed Siraj was appointed as a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) by the Telangana government. Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy made the announcement that Siraj would be granted a Group-I government post for his service to the Indian team, including the T20 World Cup success earlier this year. The DSP reference made its way on the first day of the India vs New Zealand 1st Test, Day 2.

Watch: Yashasvi Jaiswal Carries Virat Kohli's Kit On A Rainy Day In Bengaluru, Internet Says 'Best Moment'

Fans at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru did not get to witness a single ball of action on Day 1 of the first Test between India and New Zealand, as consistent downpour caused day's play to be washed out. However, fans were able to catch on to some moments between the players. One, in particular, went viral on social media, where a fan video captured young India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal carrying Virat Kohli's kit bag, while the veteran star walked behind under an umbrella.

2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: Flamingos smash New Zealand 4-1

The Nigerian team on Wednesday in the Dominican Republic defeated their New Zealand counterparts 4-1 in their opening match at the 2024 FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup.

"Hurting, I Couldn't Read...": Rohit Sharma Breaks Silence On 'Misjudgment' To Bat First vs New Zealand

India captain Rohit Sharma admitted to a costly misjudgment of the pitch at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium after India suffered a batting collapse, being bowled out for just 46 runs in the first Test against New Zealand. This marked India's lowest-ever Test score at home and their third-lowest in history. Speaking after the second day's play, Rohit reflected on the decision to bat first under overcast conditions, a call that backfired disastrously for the hosts. "We thought it wouldn't help the seamers much after the first session or so. There wasn't much grass either. We expected it to be much flatter than it turned out to be. It was a misjudgment on my part, and I couldn't read the pitch well. I am hurting to see this score of 46 as a captain as it was my call to bat first. But one or two bad calls in a year is quite alright," Rohit admitted.

Allan returns to Italy squad for Autumn Series, Varney out

Tommaso Allan returns from a break and Dino Lamb is back from injury, with both included in Gonzalo Quesada's Italy squad named on Thursday for the November internationals, while Stephen Varney misses out.

India Crumble To 46 All Out As New Zealand Dominate Day 2 Of 1st Test

New Zealand were 180 for three in their first innings in reply to India's 46 all out on the second day of the rain-hit opening Test here on Thursday. India crashed to their lowest-ever total in a Test at home, folding in just 31.2 overs with five home batters not even managing to open their accounts. Rishabh Pant scored 20 while opener Yashasvi Jaiswal made 13. None of the other Indian batters got a double-digit score. New Zealand, in complete contrast, batted solidly to gain a lead of 134 runs by the end of the day's play.

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Anil Kumble's Surprise Pick As Rohit Sharma's Replacement For Australia Test, Shubman Gill Snubbed

"Chalao Talwaar": Rohit Sharma's First Words On Facing Media Post India's 46 All Out vs New Zealand

"Don't Forget He's A DSP": After Mohammed Siraj Sledges Devon Conway In 1st Test, Sunil Gavaskar's Cheeky Comment

Watch: Yashasvi Jaiswal Carries Virat Kohli's Kit On A Rainy Day In Bengaluru, Internet Says 'Best Moment'

2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: Flamingos smash New Zealand 4-1

"Hurting, I Couldn't Read...": Rohit Sharma Breaks Silence On 'Misjudgment' To Bat First vs New Zealand

Allan returns to Italy squad for Autumn Series, Varney out

India Crumble To 46 All Out As New Zealand Dominate Day 2 Of 1st Test