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"Poor Kid Isn't Ready For Test Cricket": Ex-India Pacer's No-Nonsense Take On Prasidh Krishna

India pacer Prasidh Krishna had a torrid outing in the first Test against South Africa earlier this year. In the absence of Mohammed Shami, Krishna made his Test debut at the SuperSport Park in Centurion as India lost the match by an innings and 32 runs against the Proteas. The 27-year-old conceded 90 runs in 20 overs and picked up just one wicket. Following India's defeat, several current and former players criticised Krishna for his wayward line and length in the match.

"No Alcohol, No...": Gautam Gambhir's 'Diet Chart' For Sharp Memory Is A Must For 2024

Former Indian cricket team batter Gautam Gambhir has been a big follower of healthy lifestyle and over the years, he has openly talked about his strict diet and fitness regime. The left-hander once again reiterated his commitment to a heavy lifestyle while answering a question from a fan on social media. During a Q&A session on X (formerly known as Twitter), a fan enquired about the secret behind Gambhir's sharp memory and he was quick to respond - "Healthy boring diet. No alcohol, no smoking".

Why Team India Doesn't Play First Class Practice Matches? Rohit Sharma's Honest Response

Was lack of practice matches the reason behind Team India's loss in the first Test against South Africa? India captain Rohit Sharma doesn't think playing First Class practice Tests would have given the team any benefit because of the 'contrasting difference' in the two situations. After India lost the opening Test to South Africa by an innings and 32 runs, Rohit was asked in the press conference about the team's decision to snub practice matches over intra-squad contests.

Virat Kohli, Ravi Shastri Were "Trigger-Happy": Ex-India Star's Monumental Comment On Team Selection

Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has opined that the team management could give a chance to Mukesh Kumar in the second Test against South Africa, starting January 3 in Cape Town. He, however, added that it would be unfair with Prasidh Krishna if he is dropped. Manjrekar also pointed out that had there been the previous management that was during the Ravi Shastri-Virat Kohli era, it would have made changes in the playing XI, saying that the former coach-caption duo was "trigger-happy".

Sanju Samson Swaps Cricket Bat With Football Boots. Video Takes Internet By Storm

Fresh from scoring his maiden ODI century, India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson was seen playing football during a local tournament in Kerala. Earlier this month, Samson scored his first hundred for India in the third and final ODI against South Africa at the Boland Park in Paarl, helping India win the series by a 2-1 margin. Current not part of the Indian team for the ongoing Test series against the Proteas, Samson is enjoying his time away from the sport by playing football at a local tournament in Kerala.

Seven Uncapped Players Named In South Africa's Test Squad For New Zealand

Only two of the players who were in South Africa's Test win over India on Thursday are in a 14-man squad for two Tests in New Zealand in February. Cricket South Africa on Saturday named a squad which includes seven uncapped players, including a new captain in left-handed opening batsman Neil Brand. Batsman Keegan Petersen and David Bedingham are the only players who were part of South Africa's innings win in the first Test against India in Centurion. Due to a ruling by Cricket South Africa, no players contracted to franchises in the SA20 competition, which overlaps with the Tests, were eligible for selection.

South Africa name new skipper and seven uncapped players for New Zealand tour

CAPE TOWN : South Africa named uncapped Neil Brand as their captain for a two-match test tour of New Zealand next month where the majority of their team will be missing, competing instead in the domestic Twenty20 league.

Indian Test team staring down the barrel after innings thrashing by South Africa

The Indian team entered the red-ball leg of the South Africa tour with high expectations of registering their first ever Test series win in the country.

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"Poor Kid Isn't Ready For Test Cricket": Ex-India Pacer's No-Nonsense Take On Prasidh Krishna

"No Alcohol, No...": Gautam Gambhir's 'Diet Chart' For Sharp Memory Is A Must For 2024

Why Team India Doesn't Play First Class Practice Matches? Rohit Sharma's Honest Response

Virat Kohli, Ravi Shastri Were "Trigger-Happy": Ex-India Star's Monumental Comment On Team Selection

Sanju Samson Swaps Cricket Bat With Football Boots. Video Takes Internet By Storm

Seven Uncapped Players Named In South Africa's Test Squad For New Zealand

South Africa name new skipper and seven uncapped players for New Zealand tour

Indian Test team staring down the barrel after innings thrashing by South Africa