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What Gautam Gambhir Told Team Before Rohit Sharma And Co Unleashed Hell On Bangladesh

The Indian cricket team displayed an ultra-attacking style of batting as they came out to bat on Day 4 of the second Test against Bangladesh in Kanpur. With rain washing out more than 2 and a half days in the match, Rohit Sharma's men scored 285/9 in just 34.4 overs, scoring at a rate of 8.22 in a Test match. Before the end of day's play, India managed to declare the innings and also get two Bangladesh batters out, giving themselves a realistic chance of a result in the second Test. While it was Rohit Sharma and his batters who drew plaudits for the strategy, bowling coach Morne Morkel later revealed the point of view head coach Gautam Gambhir had put across.

"He's A Guy In The Field That Can Make Magic Happen": India Coach's Massive Praise For This Star

Ravindra Jadeja is a complete package who can create magic on the field, India's bowling coach Morke Morkel gushed on Monday, extolling the incredible skills of the all-rounder who achieved the double of 300 Test wickets and 3000 runs. Jadeja became the second fastest to achieve the milestone, reaching there in 74 Tests, two more than England great Ian Botham. The 35-year-old entered the 300-wicket club when he dismissed Bangladesh's Hasan Mahmud on the fourth day of the rain-hit second Test in Kanpur.

"It's Special And Will Forever Remain With Me": Ravindra Jadeja On Taking 300 Test Wickets

Ravindra Jadeja could not hide his delight after reaching the milestone of 300 wickets in Test cricket on Monday, expressing that the moment "will forever remain" with him. Jadeja became the seventh Indian bowler to reach the coveted mark during the fourth day of the second Test against Bangladesh in Kanpur. The other Indian bowlers who have taken 300 Test wickets or more are: table leader Anil Kumble (619), R Ashwin (524), Kapil Dev (434), Harbhajan Singh (417), Ishant Sharma (311) and Zaheer Khan (311).

BCCI To Unleash 156.7 Kmph Pace Sensation vs Bangladesh? Report Is Revealing

Mayank Yadav's chances of making an India debut might be getting closer with the selectors including him in a special camp to be held at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru ahead of the T20I series against Bangladesh. Mayank, who burst onto the scene in IPL 2024 with six wickets in his first two games, has suffered lengthy injuries. However, with the speedster - who clocked 156.7 kmph during the IPL - coming back into rhythm, he is reportedly in the mix to feature in the India squad.

"Thought Morne Morkel Was Nothing": Pakistan Stars Torn Apart Over India Bowling Coach's Stint

Team India's one-sided 280-run victory against Bangladesh in Chennai has given cricket pundits plenty of food for thought. Bangladesh arrived in the series with a 2-0 sweep in Pakistan, hoping to continue their brilliant form in the sub-continent. However, Rohit Sharma & Co. maintained their upper hand throughout the match, wrapping up the result in 3 days and one session. Seeing India secure a dominant victory against the Bangla Tigers, former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali called out his country's bowlers, for their poor mindset.

"Rahul Dravid And Co. Was Different...": Rohit Sharma Has 2 Words For Gautam Gambhir And New India Support Staff

India captain Rohit Sharma on Tuesday said head coach Gautam Gambhir's style is different from his predecessor Rahul Dravid but insisted he shares a good rapport with the new appointee, and the rest of his fresh set of support staff. Gambhir, a World Cup-winning former opener, took charge of India in July during a white ball tour to Sri Lanka, and will now helm the team in its first Test series under his tutelage against Bangladesh, beginning here from Thursday.

"0 Per Cent Attitude": Fan Shares Experience Of Meeting Virat Kohli, Post Goes Viral

The Indian cricket team on Friday gathered at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium to prepare for the first Test against Bangladesh, starting September 19. It will be a two-match series between the sides with the second Test set to start on September 27. The Indian cricket team arrived at the Chennai Airport on Thursday night, while players took the ground on the very next day with head of Gautam Gambhir and bowling coach Morne Morkel also in attendance. Some fans also made their way to the ground to get a glimpse of the players and two of them even shared a heartwarming moment with Virat Kohli.

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What Gautam Gambhir Told Team Before Rohit Sharma And Co Unleashed Hell On Bangladesh

"He's A Guy In The Field That Can Make Magic Happen": India Coach's Massive Praise For This Star

"It's Special And Will Forever Remain With Me": Ravindra Jadeja On Taking 300 Test Wickets

BCCI To Unleash 156.7 Kmph Pace Sensation vs Bangladesh? Report Is Revealing

"Thought Morne Morkel Was Nothing": Pakistan Stars Torn Apart Over India Bowling Coach's Stint

"Rahul Dravid And Co. Was Different...": Rohit Sharma Has 2 Words For Gautam Gambhir And New India Support Staff

"0 Per Cent Attitude": Fan Shares Experience Of Meeting Virat Kohli, Post Goes Viral