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"I'm Sure We'll Give India A Tough Time": Zimbabwe Star Innocent Kaia To NDTV

Zimbabwe could not have hoped to have gone into the ODI series against India in higher spirits, having beaten Bangladesh in both the T20I series and the ODI series that followed. Before Bangladesh visited, Zimbabwe also sealed qualification for the 2022 T20 World Cup by beating Netherlands in the final of the Qualifiers. Opening batter Innocent Kaia spoke to NDTV and said that the team is high on confidence and that India won't have it easy in the three-match contest.

India vs Zimbabwe, 1st ODI: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

Skipper KL Rahul's form and fitness will be observed keenly when India take on Zimbabwe in a three-match series, starting Thursday, in 50-over format, which is fast losing popularity and struggling to retain its identity. Supposed to be one of the most vital cogs in India's T20 World Cup top-order, Rahul would like to make full use of the game time he gets as an opener during the three games against Regis Chakabva's side. Rahul's immediate task at hand after a two-month lay-off, during which he underwent a sports hernia surgery, is to keep his opening slot in T20 cricket and adapt to the team's philosophy of going hell for leather from ball one. It won't just be about runs that skipper Rohit Sharma or coach Rahul Dravid would be looking at when they monitor Rahul's performance in Zimbabwe. Rather they would like to check out his approach and the manner in which he is scoring runs, something he would need to tweak before that first Asia Cup game against Pakistan on August 28.

Team Hasn't Forgotten What I Have Done For Two Years: KL Rahul On Making A Comeback

Injuries haven't been kind to KL Rahul but as he got ready to lead India in one more series, he couldn't thank the team management enough for remembering his contribution in last two years while he was out for last two months. "You might be out for two months but they haven't forgotten what you have done for the team and the country in last two-three years. Players actually thrive in such environment," the Indian captain said on the eve of the first ODI against Zimbabwe. He feels that the Indian team management has been able to create an environment which can bridge the gap during the transformation from a good to great player.

Virat Kohli's Weightlifting Skills Could Leave CWG Medallists Proud. Watch

India ended the Commonwealth Games with 22 gold medals and some of those yellow metals were won in the sport of weightlifting. The sport gave India 10 medals in total of all three colours and the contingent was the most successful in terms of number of medals won.

I was out for 2 months but team hasn't forgotten what I have done for 2 years: KL Rahul

"You might be out for two months but they haven't forgotten what you have done for the team and the country in the last two-three years. Players actually thrive in such an environment," the Indian captain said on the eve of the first ODI against Zimbabwe. He feels that the Indian team management has been able to create an environment which can bridge the gap during the transformation from a good to great player.

"Got Most 100s After Virat And Rohit": Robin Uthappa Names A "Stalwart" In ODIs

Team India will be squaring off against Zimbabwe in a three-match ODI series, beginning Thursday in Harare. The likes of Sanju Samson, Deepak Hooda, and Ishan Kishan will have a chance to prove themselves while the series will also present an opportunity for the returning KL Rahul and Deepak Chahar to find their rhythm. KL Rahul will be leading India while Shikhar Dhawan will act as his deputy.

Shimron Hetmyer, Chris Lynn Among Big Names In Adani Group-Owned UAE International League T20 Team Gulf Giants

Gulf Giants has announced its squad for the maiden International League T20, which will take place in the United Arab Emirates between January and February. The first season will include six teams, including Gulf Giants, an Adani Sportsline franchise. The Giants squad includes some leading T20 names like Chris Jordan, Chris Lynn, David Wiese, Tom Banton and Shimron Hetmyer.

I owe my fame to One-Day cricket: Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma has given a big thumbs-up to the 50-over game, in which he has scored three double hundreds-two against Sri Lanka and once against Australia. "Mera naam hi One-day cricket se bana hai (I owe my fame to One-Day cricket). Sab bekar ki baatein hai (all this talk about ODIs being outdated is futile).

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"I'm Sure We'll Give India A Tough Time": Zimbabwe Star Innocent Kaia To NDTV

India vs Zimbabwe, 1st ODI: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

Team Hasn't Forgotten What I Have Done For Two Years: KL Rahul On Making A Comeback

Virat Kohli's Weightlifting Skills Could Leave CWG Medallists Proud. Watch

I was out for 2 months but team hasn't forgotten what I have done for 2 years: KL Rahul

"Got Most 100s After Virat And Rohit": Robin Uthappa Names A "Stalwart" In ODIs

Shimron Hetmyer, Chris Lynn Among Big Names In Adani Group-Owned UAE International League T20 Team Gulf Giants

I owe my fame to One-Day cricket: Rohit Sharma