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'Unsettled' India Give Pakistan The Edge: Ex-Pak Star On World Cup Clash

Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria has raised doubts over the fitness of India batters KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer. Rahul and Iyer are currently recovering from their respective injuries at the National Cricket Academy. However, it remains uncertain whether or not the two would be fit enough to take part in the Asia Cup, as well as the subsequent ODI World Cup. Kaneria feels if Rahul and Iyer are not fit, India should not include them in the squads for the major tournaments.

"That's A No No": Ravi Shastri Doesn't Want Superstar Player In India's Asia Cup XI. Explains Why

India's No. 4 conundrum in ODIs has become a headache that is showing no signs of a resolution anytime soon. With the Asia Cup and the ODI World Cup on the horizon, the team management and selectors are running out of time to come up with a solution. While the likes of Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul have started to play, their return from the respective long-term injuries isn't instilling the sort of promise in experts' minds. Former India head coach Ravi Shastri, in fact, said that he doesn't even see the returning Rahul making it to India's XI in the Asia Cup.

"Chutti Hai Fir Bhi..." - For Virat Kohli Work Is Worship Even On Independence Day. Watch

Virat Kohli is one of the most disciplined sportspersons in the world. This is the reason he has become an icon and inspiration for many budding players across the globe. One of the biggest strengths of the player is his ability to keep himself focused despite various obstructions and distractions. The India star once again proved the mettle of his discipline on August 15. As India celebrated 77th Independence Day on Thursday with majority of the people having a holiday, Kohli made sure he didn't skip his practice.

"Virat Kohli Doesn't Care About Records": Ex-India Star's Take On Batter's Approach For Asia Cup

The clock for the upcoming Asia Cup and ODI World Cup is ticking and the excitement of the fans is also increasing day-by-day. Team India, who will be looking to end their decade-long ICC trophy drought in the World Cup, is not leaving any stone unturned in its preparations. The two mega events are also special as the Indians fans would be eager to witness star batter Virat Kohli, playing blistering knocks and inching closer towards the record of legendary Sachin Tendulkar.

"Chutti Hai Fir Bhi..." - For Virat Kohli Work Is Worship Even On Independence Day. Watch

Virat Kohli is one of the most disciplined sportspersons in the world. This is the reason he has become an icon and inspiration for many budding players across the globe. One of the biggest strengths of the player is his ability to keep himself focused despite various obstructions and distractions. The India star once again proved the mettle of his discipline on August 15. As India celebrated 77th Independence Day on Thursday with majority of the people having a holiday, Kohli made sure he didn't skip his practice.

Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma And...: What Team India Learned From West Indies Series

India went on an experimentation spree in the limited overs series against the West Indies but not much came out of it except Tilak Varma emerging as a contender for a World Cup middle-order slot on the back of his exploits in the T20 series. Ahead of the Asia Cup and subsequent World Cup, India were looking for options in the middle-order in the ODI series but the number four slot remains up for grabs.

On Indian Cricket Team Star Ravindra Jadeja's "Brew-Tiful" Day Post In London, Fans Point At Gandi T-shirt

Team India is all set to take on Ireland in the three-match T20I series, which will kick start from August 18. The visitors will be led by star pacer Jasprit Bumrah, who will be making a comeback after a hiatus of almost a year. As BCCI has named a relatively young squad for the series, the senior players are currently off duty. Where some players are preparing for the upcoming Asia Cup, senior all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is having some fun time and enjoying a lovely vacation in London.

KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer To Return For Asia Cup? Indian Cricket Team Coach Rahul Dravid Drops Big Hint

The Indian cricket team ended the tour of West Indies on a disappointing note, losing the 5-match T20I series 2-3. The result highlighted many problems in the team, especially in the batting unit as fans and experts shared their concerns ahead of the Aisa Cup and the World Cup. India head coach Rahul Dravid admitted that mistakes were made and the fact that there remain many gaps in the squad that need to be plugged. As the Asia Cup remains just a couple of weeks away from its start, Dravid gave a positive piece of news, saying some 'injured stars' are set to make a comeback.

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'Unsettled' India Give Pakistan The Edge: Ex-Pak Star On World Cup Clash

"That's A No No": Ravi Shastri Doesn't Want Superstar Player In India's Asia Cup XI. Explains Why

"Chutti Hai Fir Bhi..." - For Virat Kohli Work Is Worship Even On Independence Day. Watch

"Virat Kohli Doesn't Care About Records": Ex-India Star's Take On Batter's Approach For Asia Cup

"Chutti Hai Fir Bhi..." - For Virat Kohli Work Is Worship Even On Independence Day. Watch

Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma And...: What Team India Learned From West Indies Series

On Indian Cricket Team Star Ravindra Jadeja's "Brew-Tiful" Day Post In London, Fans Point At Gandi T-shirt

KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer To Return For Asia Cup? Indian Cricket Team Coach Rahul Dravid Drops Big Hint