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"Won't Be Thumping His Chest When...": Sunil Gavaskar Praises Ajinkya Rahane Post Fifty In WTC Final

After Australia posted 469 runs in their first innings of the World Test Championship final at the Oval, the Indian batters -- except Ajinkya Rahane, Ravindra Jadeja and Shardul Thakur -- struggled to get going. As a result, India were reduced to 152 for 6. Rahane's fighting 89 played a crucial role in helping India post 296 runs from that point. It was the 26th Test fifty for Rahane. Praising the India batter for his knock, legendary player Sunil Gavaskar termed Rahane as a 'low-profile player'.

Watch: Pat Cummins Hits Shardul Thakur On Arm, India Star Grimaces In Pain During WTC Final

Indian cricket team all-rounder Shardul Thakur was in a spot of bother during the World Test Championship (WTC) Final against Australia after he was struck in the forearm by a fiery delivery from Pat Cummins on Friday. Shardul was tested with short-pitched bowling from the Australia bowlers and Cummins was the one who bothered him the most. One of the rising deliveries from Cummins hit Shardul straight on his forearm leaving him in pain. The India physio had to intervene as the batter received treatment for some time before he was ready to take strike once again against the Australia skipper.

India vs Australia, WTC Final: Australia End Day 3 At 123/4, Extend Lead To 296 Runs Against India

India's Ajinkya Rahane revived his international career with a courageous effort in seaming conditions but it could not prevent Australia from extending their supremacy in the World Test Championship final at The Oval in London on Friday. Playing his first Test in 18 months and with his side's back against the wall, Rahane weathered a hostile spell from Australian pacers on way to a memorable 89 off 129 balls on the third day and took India to 296 all out from 152 for six.

WTC Final: Shardul Thakur Equals Don Bradman With Massive Feat, 'Lord' Memes Follow

Shardul Thakur equalled Australia legends Don Bradman and Alan Border with his third half-century at the Oval during Day 3 of the World Test Championship (WTC) Final between India and Australia on Friday. The all-rounder scored 51 off 109 deliveries and in the process, he became the third visiting batter ever to score three Test half-centuries at the venue. Only Bradman and Border have achieved the feat before Thakur and the feat has already inspired a number of memes on social media. Shardul is something called the "Lord" by fans and the tweets kept coming in after his half-century.

"Almost Like A Retired Cricketer...": Why WTC Final Can Be Great From Ajinkya Rahane, Ex-India Star Explains

When the Indian squad for the World Test Championship was announced, the presence of Ajinkya Rahane made cricket fans happy. The veteran player, an experienced campaigner of many battles, made a comeback to the Indian side after almost 18 months. The 34-year-old, who led Mumbai during the entire domestic season, scored nearly 700 runs but what stood out was how he has improved his attacking game in the IPL. Former India player analysed Rahane's return and explained how it might be good match for him.

"India Is Not Ready For Life After...": Sanjay Manjrekar Praises Veteran Batter. It's Not Rohit Sharma Or Virat Kohli

Team India is all set to face Australia in the upcoming and most-awaited World Test Championship final against Australia at The Oval from June 7. Playing at the marquee event, both the teams will be giving their best in order to clinch the coveted ICC trophy. The Rohit Sharma-led side is filled with the likes of Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane, Shubman Gill, Ravindra Jadeja, and others, which make them a difficult side to surmount. However, one player who will definitely be the grabbing all the attention will be senior batter Cheteshwar Pujara as he is coming back from a successful stint at the County.

"You Make A Comeback And...": Rahul Dravid's Major Hint On Ajinkya Rahane Ahead Of WTC Final

Ajinkya Rahane is set to play his first Test in 18 months and a failure in the game could potentially be career-ending. India coach Rahul Dravid had a word of advice for the experienced batter. "Firstly it's good to have him. We've had a few injuries which have probably led to him having the opportunity to come back into the squad. Great for us to have someone of his quality back," Dravid said.

India vs Australia: Two Days Before WTC Final This Is How The Oval Pitch Looks Like. See Pics

The Indians are taking the Mitchell Starc threat very seriously and if one goes by their second training session at The Oval ahead of the World Test Championship final, they are yet to decide between Ishan Kishan and KS Bharat as their wicket-keeping choice. Australia trained in the morning in cold and overcast conditions, but the Indians brought sunshine to The Oval when they turned up in the afternoon session. Though it was an optional session, the majority of the members showed up barring Umesh Yadav, Mohammed Siraj and reserve player Suryakumar Yadav.

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"Won't Be Thumping His Chest When...": Sunil Gavaskar Praises Ajinkya Rahane Post Fifty In WTC Final

Watch: Pat Cummins Hits Shardul Thakur On Arm, India Star Grimaces In Pain During WTC Final

India vs Australia, WTC Final: Australia End Day 3 At 123/4, Extend Lead To 296 Runs Against India

WTC Final: Shardul Thakur Equals Don Bradman With Massive Feat, 'Lord' Memes Follow

"Almost Like A Retired Cricketer...": Why WTC Final Can Be Great From Ajinkya Rahane, Ex-India Star Explains

"India Is Not Ready For Life After...": Sanjay Manjrekar Praises Veteran Batter. It's Not Rohit Sharma Or Virat Kohli

"You Make A Comeback And...": Rahul Dravid's Major Hint On Ajinkya Rahane Ahead Of WTC Final

India vs Australia: Two Days Before WTC Final This Is How The Oval Pitch Looks Like. See Pics