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Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma In Line For West Indies T20Is: Report

There might not be a knee-jerk reaction to India's second successive World Test Championship final defeat but senior players Cheteshwar Pujara and Umesh Yadav's places could come under the scanner before the team travels to West Indies for a two-Test series. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Mukesh Kumar are in contention to replace the duo as the selection committee starts preparing the next batch of players for tougher assignments. India will have a month-long tour of West Indies where they would start with two Test matches starting July 12, followed by three ODIs and five T20Is in which a completely new team under Hardik Pandya's captaincy will be plying its trade with IPL performers likely to be rewarded.

Why India Chose To Bowl In WTC Final? Head Coach Rahul Dravid Explains

Head coach Rahul Dravid defended India's decision to bowl first in the World Test Championship Final against Australia, saying the call was dictated by overcast conditions and grass on the pitch. In pursuit of a record 444, India were bowled out for 234 in the first session of the fifth day itself to lose their second WTC Final in a row by a massive margin of 209 runs. Dravid was posed some tough questions by Sourav Ganguly, who commentated during the WTC Final.

"Choice Is Yours": Ravi Shastri Puts Onus On India Players Over IPL Decision After WTC Final Loss

Former India coach Ravi Shastri on Sunday sounded skceptical about the possibility of players getting extended gap after the IPL or practice games ahead of future WTC final matches unless there is a change in thought by all the stakeholders. After India suffered a huge 209-run defeat against Australia at the Oval, head coach Rahul Dravid said arriving in England at least two weeks earlier and playing some side matches would have been ideal for the team ahead of the big game. However, Shastri did not buy into the idea and put the onus on the players to make a choice.

"Alone He Won World Cups": Harbhajan Gives Sharp Response To Fan Praising MS Dhoni

The Indian cricket team's loss to Australia in the ICC Test Championship final has resulted in the outbreak of negative sentiments among many fans on social media. While some are busy criticising head coach Rahul Dravid and captain Rohit Sharma for the team's loss, others are recalling how successful India were under the captaincy of MS Dhoni when it came to ICC events. As one fan levied extravagant praise on Dhoni's success at the ICC World T20 in 2007, Harbhajan Singh gave a sharp retort, reminding the fan that cricket is a 'team sport'.

"I Fail To Understand...": Sachin Tendulkar Slams India's WTC Final Team Selection

The legendary Sachin Tendulkar found senior off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin's exclusion from India's playing XI for the World Test Championship final baffling, as a spinner of his calibre doesn't need conducive conditions to be effective. Australia thrashed India by 209 runs in the WTC final and Ashwin's absence from XI was defended by coach Rahul Dravid, who said that overcast conditions forced them to pick a fourth specialist seamer, even though the opposition line-up comprised five left-handers. There was bright sunshine on all five days and Australia raced to 469 in the first innings, literally shutting the doors on India.

All Eyes On Virat Kohli To Create History For India In WTC Final Against Australia

All eyes are on India's star batter Virat Kohli as India is chasing the mammoth 444-run target on the Fifth day of the World Test Championship (WTC) final at the Oval in London on Sunday. Virat who failed to deliver in the first innings, learnt from his mistake and batted solidly in the second innings. He is at the crease with 44 (60)*. India's run machine on the fourth day of WTC final joined an elite list as he became the fifth Indian batter to score more than 2000 runs against Australia.

"Worries, Fears, Doubts...": Virat Kohli Speaks His Mind Ahead Of WTC Final Day 5

The moment of reckoning has come for the Indian team, with Rohit Sharma's men needing 280 runs to beat Australia on the 5th day of the ICC World Test Championship final. In the middle are two veterans -- Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane -- who have won the team numerous battles in Tests over the years. As the subcontinent giants prepare for the final day's action at the Oval in London, Kohli shared a cryptic story on Instagram, giving fans a glimpse into his mindset.

"As A Coach, Rahul Dravid Is Zero": Ex-Pakistan Star's Strong Take On India Great

Former Pakistan batter Basit Ali slammed the Indian team management for their decision making in the ongoing World Test Championship (WTC) final against Australia. Team India find themselves in a spot of bother with Australia in control of the proceedings at The Oval. Before the start of play on Day 4, India trailed Australia by 296 runs, after having conceded 469 runs in the first innings. While ananlysing the match, Ali said India lost the match the moment when they decided to bowl.

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Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma In Line For West Indies T20Is: Report

Why India Chose To Bowl In WTC Final? Head Coach Rahul Dravid Explains

"Choice Is Yours": Ravi Shastri Puts Onus On India Players Over IPL Decision After WTC Final Loss

"Alone He Won World Cups": Harbhajan Gives Sharp Response To Fan Praising MS Dhoni

"I Fail To Understand...": Sachin Tendulkar Slams India's WTC Final Team Selection

All Eyes On Virat Kohli To Create History For India In WTC Final Against Australia

"Worries, Fears, Doubts...": Virat Kohli Speaks His Mind Ahead Of WTC Final Day 5

"As A Coach, Rahul Dravid Is Zero": Ex-Pakistan Star's Strong Take On India Great