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"Unbelievable Coincidence": Fans Wonder As Zaheer Khan, Ishant Sharma Have The 'Same' Stats In Tests

Indian cricket has seen several bowling greats so far. With their aura to their stats, all validate the dominance of the bowlers. Zaheer Khan and Ishan Sharma are the two pacers, who are also on the list. However, there is one amazing fact about the stats of the duo. There is an uncanny similarity between the stats of the two players. Their bowling figures in Test cricket are completely identical when their number of wickets, five-wicket hauls, ten-wicket hauls, wickets in India and wickets outside India are considered.

"Might Not See Rishabh Pant In Next IPL...": Delhi Capitals Star Ishant Sharma. Explains Why

The Indian cricketing spectrum rejoiced as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced that Rishabh Pant has resumed batting practice, for the first time since his near-fatal car accident in December last year. However, veteran Delhi Capitals pacer Ishant Sharma isn't too optimistic about Pant's return. In fact, the lanky pacer isn't expected Pant to be fully fit and available for the IPL next year too. But, Ishant is relieved of Pant making a quicker comeback as he didn't undergo a second surgery.

"Absolutely Ready To Play Test In England, Australia": India Star's Big Prediction Yashasvi Jaiswal

Indian pacer Ishant Sharma feels young opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal is absolutely ready to play Tests in Australia and England. Jaiswal made his debut for India in the ongoing first Test against West Indies, scoring his maiden century as India took a 162-run lead over the hosts at the end of Day 2. India ended Day 2 at 312 for 2 against West Indies in the first Test of the two-match series, with Jaiswal batting on 143, alongside Virat Kohli (36).

"He Was Alone And...": Ex-India Star Recalls Saddest Phase Of Virat Kohli's Career

Star India batter Virat Kohli was only 18 when he lost his father. He was playing a Ranji Trophy match for his home side Delhi against Karnataka when he got the news of his father's death. His father, Prem, died at the age of 54 in the early hours on December 19, 2006. India pacer Ishant Sharma shares a close bond with Kohli, having played with him since their U-17 days. Ishant recalled the day after Kohli's father had died, labelling it as the saddest day of the batting maestro's career.

"Lower Lele Bhai Apne Size Ka": India Star On His First Interaction With Virat Kohli

India cricketers Virat Kohli and Ishant Sharma have been close friends since their early days in cricket. Both have been playing together since the U-17 days, and have also represented Delhi and India. Over the years, Ishant has witnessed the highs and lows of Kohli's career. In a recent interaction, Ishant spilled beans on his first chat with Kohli. The pacer, who has currently fallen out of favour in the Indian side, revealed that he first me Kohli during the Delhi U-17 camp.

DC Owner Calls Out Officials Over Controversial No-Ball Using WPL Reference

With only a handful of games remaining in the league stage, 7 out of the 10 teams are still battling it out for a place in the IPL 2023 playoffs. While defending champions Gujarat Titans have already booked their berth in the playoffs, seven teams are in contention for a place in the last four. With almost no margin for error, one umpiring blunder could prove costly for the teams that are in contention. In general, the umpiring hasn't been up to the standards, especially considering the high quality of cricket that has been on display.

Delhi Capitals Predicted XI vs Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2023: Will Management Tinker With Winning Combination?

With four wins in their last five outings, Delhi Capitals now look to spoil the party for the MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings when both teams face off in their IPL 2023 match on Wednesday. Last time out, DC outclassed Royal Challengers Bangalore to keep their playoff chances alive. The David Warner-led side will need to perform very well if they aim to surprise CSK in their den, which is easier said than done. It is highly unlikely that the management will make any changes to the side.

"Was Not Able To Finish...": Hardik Pandya's Honest Response After GT Fail To Chase 131 vs DC

A disappointed Gujarat Titans captain Hardik Pandya on Tuesday took the blame for not finishing the game, saying early wickets put them under pressure and he couldn't find any rhythm in the end. Chasing a modest 131 to win, set up by a superb four-wicket haul by Mohammed Shami, GT were reduced to 32 for 4 at one stage but Pandya scored 53-ball 59 not out to keep them in the hunt. Rahul Tewatia then smashed a 7-ball 20 which included three successive sixes but with 12 needed in the last over Ishant Sharma (2/23) held his nerves to keep the defending champions at 125 for six.

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"Unbelievable Coincidence": Fans Wonder As Zaheer Khan, Ishant Sharma Have The 'Same' Stats In Tests

"Might Not See Rishabh Pant In Next IPL...": Delhi Capitals Star Ishant Sharma. Explains Why

"Absolutely Ready To Play Test In England, Australia": India Star's Big Prediction Yashasvi Jaiswal

"He Was Alone And...": Ex-India Star Recalls Saddest Phase Of Virat Kohli's Career

"Lower Lele Bhai Apne Size Ka": India Star On His First Interaction With Virat Kohli

DC Owner Calls Out Officials Over Controversial No-Ball Using WPL Reference

Delhi Capitals Predicted XI vs Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2023: Will Management Tinker With Winning Combination?

"Was Not Able To Finish...": Hardik Pandya's Honest Response After GT Fail To Chase 131 vs DC