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"Played Like It Was His...": Dinesh Karthik's Interesting Take On Virat Kohli's 500th International Game Milestone

Playing his 500th international match, Virat Kohli headlined his 500th milestone appearance with a 76th hundred as India coasted to a healthy first innings score of 438. On Day 1, Kohli took his time and batted excellently under tricky conditions. The 34-year-old was 87 not out when stumps were called on Day 1. on Day 2, Kohli, who missed out on a hundred in the previous Test, made a polished 121 in 206 balls, his 29th in the longest format, getting on even keel with none other than the legendary Sir Donald Bradman. While analysing the match on Day 1, veteran wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik lauded Kohli for showing hunger, saying that he was playing his 500th game like it was his fifth game.

"Of Course, I Am Disappointed": Yashasvi Jaiswal Exemplifies Elite Mentality After 74-ball 57

Yashasvi Jaiswal excelling at the top of the batting order with Rohit Sharma in his debut Test series in the Caribbean has been a revelation and the youngster credits it to the continuous interaction with the India skipper when they are at the crease together. Jaiswal had shared a 229-run opening-wicket stand with Rohit in the first Test at Dominica, while in the ongoing second Test here, the two again gave India a strong start with a 139-run partnership.

"Don't Believe In Counting...": Rahul Dravid's Interesting Take On Possibility Of Facing Pakistan 3 Times At Asia Cup

The President of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), Jay Shah, announced the schedule for the Asia Cup 2023, less than an hour before Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief was about to do the same during an event in Lahore. As per the schedule, the opening match of the tournament will be played between co-hosts Pakistan and Nepal on August 30. Meanwhile, the blockbuster match between arch-rivals India and Pakistan will be held in Kandy on September. Clubbed in the same group, India and Pakistan could face off three times during the tournament.

"When No One Is Watching..." Rahul Dravid's Ultimate Praise For Virat Kohli Ahead Of 500th International Match

In a recent press conference Indian cricket team coach Rahul Dravid said that Virat Kohli is a real inspiration to many players. Virat Kohli scored 76 runs off 182 balls while smashing five boundaries as India defeated West Indies by an innings and 141 runs in the 1st Test match. The Indian cricket team is going to face West Indies in the second Test match at the Queens Park Oval track in Port of Spain on Thursday.

Watch: "Too Much Beard" - Rohit Sharma's Hilarious Reaction To Fan's Request Cannot Be Missed

Ahead of the second Test against West Indies in Trinidad, the Indian players caught up with some local fans. The Rohit Sharma-led side, which leads the two-match series 1-0 after decimating the hosts in Dominica last week, interacted with the fans. In a video shared by BCCI, captain Rohit, Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja, head coach Rahul Dravid, among others were seen clicking pictures and signing autographs for some local fans. In the video, a girl approached Rohit to sign an old photograph of him, alongside her.

Ajit Agarkar, New Chief Selector, To Hold Crucial World Cup Talks With Rohit Sharma, Rahul Dravid: Report

Chairman of senior selection committee Ajit Agarkar is all set to travel to West Indies to meet head coach Rahul Dravid and skipper Rohit Sharma to discuss the road map for 50 over World Cup starting October 5 in Ahmedabad. India will play Australia in Chennai on October 8 and marquee clash against Pakistan is slated for October 15 in Ahmedabad. "Currently Salil Ankola is in the West Indies but he will be back after the Test series gets over. Ajit will be joining the team before start of the white ball leg," a BCCI source in know of things told PTI on conditions of anonymity.

"Selectors And Board Should Be Asking Questions": Sunil Gavaskar Unhappy Over India's WTC Final Strategy

India's wait for an ICC title got extended when they lost the World Test Championship Final against Australia by 209 runs in June. At The Oval in London, Australia were boosted by centuries from Steve Smith and Travis Head while their bowlers were up to the task too. Barring a 89 from Ajinkya Rahane in the first innings and Mohammed Siraj's bowling, there was not much to write home about from the Indian side. Former India captain and batting legend Sunil Gavaskar was the BCCI and the team selectors to ask questions on the performance.

"Virender Sehwag Was The Easiest To Dismiss": Ex-Pakistan Pacer's Sensational Claim

During his 14-year international career, former India batter Virender Sehwag changed the way how Test cricket was played and perceived. With minimal footwork but maximum intent, Sehwag scored runs for fun in the longest format of the game. He was far ahead of the time, and was known for playing T20 cricket in Tests. He played 104 Tests for India, scoring 8,586 runs at an average of 49.34, which included two triple-hundreds. However, in a stunning revelation, former Pakistan pacer Rana Naved-ul-Hasan has said Sehwag was the easiest to dismiss.

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"Played Like It Was His...": Dinesh Karthik's Interesting Take On Virat Kohli's 500th International Game Milestone

"Of Course, I Am Disappointed": Yashasvi Jaiswal Exemplifies Elite Mentality After 74-ball 57

"Don't Believe In Counting...": Rahul Dravid's Interesting Take On Possibility Of Facing Pakistan 3 Times At Asia Cup

"When No One Is Watching..." Rahul Dravid's Ultimate Praise For Virat Kohli Ahead Of 500th International Match

Watch: "Too Much Beard" - Rohit Sharma's Hilarious Reaction To Fan's Request Cannot Be Missed

Ajit Agarkar, New Chief Selector, To Hold Crucial World Cup Talks With Rohit Sharma, Rahul Dravid: Report

"Selectors And Board Should Be Asking Questions": Sunil Gavaskar Unhappy Over India's WTC Final Strategy

"Virender Sehwag Was The Easiest To Dismiss": Ex-Pakistan Pacer's Sensational Claim