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India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup: KL Rahul Returns, Rohit Sharma Says This On Two Big Stars Missing Out

KL Rahul is all set to make his return to action after being named in India's playing XI for the blockbuster Asia Cup Super 4 clash against Pakistan in Colombo. Rahul, who has been out of action since May 2023 due to a hamstring issue, replaced Shreyas Iyer in the playing XI, with Jasprit Bumrah also coming in place of Mohammed Shami. This comes after reports emerged that Rahul will replace in-form wicketkeeper Ishan Kishan in the XI. Kishan scored 82 in the group stage match against Pakistan, which was washed out due to rain last week.

Rahul Dravid's "First Rule Is To...": Rohit Sharma Opens Up On Ex-India Captain's Coaching Mantra

India captain Rohit Sharma opened up on his bond with head coach Rahul Dravid, under whom he made his international debut against Ireland in June 2007. Dravid was appointed head coach of India after Ravi Shastri's tenure expired, post the T20 World Cup in 2021, where India bowed out of the group stage. Dravid's appointment came months before Rohit was named captain of the Indian team across formats. Rohit revealed that Dravid's first rule as head coach is to ensure that there is no communication gap between the players and the support staff.

"When We Meet Series To Series...": Rohit Sharma Opens Up On Camaraderie With Virat Kohli

Ahead of their Asia Cup Super 4 match against arch-rivals Pakistan, India captain Rohit Sharma has opened up on his equation with former skipper Virat Kohli and head coach Rahul Dravid. Rohit took over from Kohli as full-time captain of the Indian team last year, months after Dravid replaced Ravi Shastri as the head coach. Under Rohit, India reached the semi-final of the T20 World Cup last year, and also made it to the final of the World Test Championship, where they lost to Australia this year.

"If An In-Form Player Sits Out...": Ex-India Star Takes Firm Stance On KL Rahul vs Ishan Kishan Debate

Former India batter Mohammed Kaif is happy with the healthy competition for places in the team heading into next month's World Cup on home soil. The Indian team management has some big decisions to make with the World Cup kicking off in less than a month's time. The Rohit Sharma-led side is yet to finalise its middle-order, with the likes of KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, and Ishan Kishan fighting for a place in the playing XI. While Kishan has been in fine form with the bat in 2023, Rahul and Iyer have recovered from their respective injuries.

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Skip Optional Practice, KL Rahul Sweats It Out

The Indian Team has started to prepare for their second match with Pakistan in the Asia Cup in the Super Four stage which will be played on Sunday in Colombo. India had an intense practice session ahead of their clash with arch-rival Pakistan on Thursday. KL Rahul who had missed the first match against Pakistan in the Asia Cup after he picked up a niggle, also joined the nets. He practised for both left-arm pacers and right-arm pacers, keeping in mind the quality bowling attack of the Pakistan side. He spent the longest time in the nets to be fully prepared for his comeback match.

Suryakumar Yadav Not "Clear In His Head": Ex-Indian Cricket Team Batting Coach Finds Big Flaw

Suryakumar Yadav is one of the middle-order batters upon whom the Indian cricket team management has entrusted big responsibilities for the ICC ODI World Cup 2023. A master in T20I format, Suryakumar Yadav's ODI form has not been great at all. Since 2022, Suryakumar Yadav played 23 ODIs scoring 387 runs at an average of 20.36. Though he is among the chosen 15, his ODI performance has left a lot to be desired. Speaking on Star Sports, former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar spoke on what Suryakumar Yadav needs to do to improve his performances in ODI cricket.

Post World Cup 2023, Rahul Dravid "Might Not Renew Contract If...": Report Presents Sensational Case

His two-year contract will expire at the end of ODI World Cup but head coach Rahul Dravid's future will be followed keenly in case the Indian team lifts the coveted trophy. It is a foregone conclusion that Dravid will be one of the fall guys if India cannot at least make it to the title clash as a mere semi-final appearance wouldn't be considered good enough. BCCI may search for a coach again and it will be interesting to see if 'The Wall' will be keen on a renewal of contract -- partial or full -- in case Board supremo Jay Shah offers a fresh deal.

Who Among Anil Kumble, Rahul Dravid, R Ashwin, K Srikkanth Is Not An Engineer? Kaun Banega Crorepati Rs 12.5 Lakh Question Viral

Anil Kumble and Rahul Dravid are two legends of Indian cricket. While Kumble has the most number of wickets among Indians in ODIs and Tests, Dravid's batting and , to some extent, his wicketkeeping has made him a ever-respected name in Indian cricket. Dravid is currently the head coach of the Indian cricket team. On the other hand, Krishnamachari Srikkanth was a prominent member of Indian cricket team's 1983 World Cup-winning team. Whereas Ravichandran Ashwin is among the leading wicket-takers among active cricketers.

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India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup: KL Rahul Returns, Rohit Sharma Says This On Two Big Stars Missing Out

Rahul Dravid's "First Rule Is To...": Rohit Sharma Opens Up On Ex-India Captain's Coaching Mantra

"When We Meet Series To Series...": Rohit Sharma Opens Up On Camaraderie With Virat Kohli

"If An In-Form Player Sits Out...": Ex-India Star Takes Firm Stance On KL Rahul vs Ishan Kishan Debate

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Skip Optional Practice, KL Rahul Sweats It Out

Suryakumar Yadav Not "Clear In His Head": Ex-Indian Cricket Team Batting Coach Finds Big Flaw

Post World Cup 2023, Rahul Dravid "Might Not Renew Contract If...": Report Presents Sensational Case

Who Among Anil Kumble, Rahul Dravid, R Ashwin, K Srikkanth Is Not An Engineer? Kaun Banega Crorepati Rs 12.5 Lakh Question Viral