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BCCI Sent 'Injustice For Sarfaraz Khan' Warning By Ex-Pakistan Star: "Once Shubman Gill Is..."

Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali wants Team India to drop star batter KL Rahul from the Test side once Shubman Gill is fit enough to play again. Gill missed the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru, which India lost by 8 wickets on Sunday, due to a stiff neck. India roped Sarfaraz Khan to replace Gill in the XI, and the Mumbai batter hit his maiden Test century, slamming 150 in the second innings to make the most of the opportunity.

On KL Rahul vs Sarfaraz Khan Debate, Rohit Sharma Drops "They Know Where They Stand" Bombshell

After the team's loss to New Zealand in the first Test, India captain Rohit Sharma hinted at the changes they could make for the second game in Pune, starting Thursday, October 24. Despite a fine fightback from Rohit and his men in the second innings after being bowled out for 46 runs in the first, New Zealand held on for their first Test win in India since 1988. Chasing a total of 107 runs, Jasprit Bumrah (2/29) showed some fight for India, but Will Young (48*) and Rachin Ravindra (39*) gave the visitors a 1-0 lead in the series.

Anil Kumble's Surprise Pick As Rohit Sharma's Replacement For Australia Test, Shubman Gill Snubbed

With reports suggesting India captain Rohit Sharma is expected to miss one or two Test matches of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, fans and experts have been mulling the various options in the team that could be used to replace him. While Jasprit Bumrah has emerged as the clear captaincy pick in Rohit's absence, the hunt for an opening batter is on. Shubman Gill remains one of the biggest candidates for the role but Indian cricket team legend Anil Kumble feels KL Rahul is a better choice.

India vs New Zealand LIVE, 1st Test, Day 1: Rain Returns In Bengaluru, Leaves Fans Disappointed

India vs New Zealand LIVE, 1st Test, Day 1: The toss for the first Test between India and New Zealand has been delayed due to rain in Bengaluru. India face New Zealand in what is a very crucial series for the Rohit Sharma-led side as they aim for a World Test Championship final berth.

India's Likely XI In 1st Test vs New Zealand: Injured Shubman Gill Out And Sarfaraz Khan In?

What will be the likely XI of India vs New Zealand in first Test of the three-match series starting in Bengaluru on Wednesday? While the line-up looked settled, an India Today report said that Shubman Gill is feeling pain on his shoulder and neck. If Gill does not play, there might be some problem in having a settled XI. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill, the torchbearers of India's transition phase, will have to be the team's driving force in its quest to lord over an unsettled New Zealand when the two sides square off in a three-Test series, beginning on Wednesday. The baton has not been completely passed, but Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are certainly running their last lap and these two young superstars will have to show that they can carry forward the legacy of the titans.

Sarfaraz Khan To Replace Injured India Star In Playing XI vs NZ In 1st Test?

India batter Shubman Gill may miss the first Test against New Zealand. The 25-year-old has reportedly complained about neck and shoulder pain, and informed the team management about this on Monday, as per a report by India Today. The report further states that a final call on Gill's selection will be made on the morning of the Test match, on Wednesday, October 16. Gill's absence could open the door for Sarfaraz Khan or Dhruv Jurel to find their way back into India's playing XI.

Virat Kohli Eyes First Test 50 Of 2024, Aims To Hit Incredible Milestone In New Zealand Test

Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill, the torchbearers of transition, will have to be India's driving force in their quest to lord over an unsettled New Zealand in a three-Test series, beginning here with the first match here on Wednesday. The baton has not been completely passed, but Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are certainly running their last lap and these two young superstars will have to show that they can carry forward the legacy of the titans.

R Ashwin Picks 'Future Batting Pillars Of Indian Cricket'. Not Rishabh Pant Or KL Rahul

Indian cricket's next generation of batting talent is quietly making waves, and star off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has high hopes for two of the country's brightest young stars — Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal. Both players impressed during India's recent 2-0 Test sweep against Bangladesh, with Jaiswal finishing as the top run-scorer of the series, accumulating 189 runs at an average of 47.25, while Gill closely followed with 164 runs at an impressive average of 54.66, including a century in the first Test.

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BCCI Sent 'Injustice For Sarfaraz Khan' Warning By Ex-Pakistan Star: "Once Shubman Gill Is..."

On KL Rahul vs Sarfaraz Khan Debate, Rohit Sharma Drops "They Know Where They Stand" Bombshell

Anil Kumble's Surprise Pick As Rohit Sharma's Replacement For Australia Test, Shubman Gill Snubbed

India vs New Zealand LIVE, 1st Test, Day 1: Rain Returns In Bengaluru, Leaves Fans Disappointed

India's Likely XI In 1st Test vs New Zealand: Injured Shubman Gill Out And Sarfaraz Khan In?

Sarfaraz Khan To Replace Injured India Star In Playing XI vs NZ In 1st Test?

Virat Kohli Eyes First Test 50 Of 2024, Aims To Hit Incredible Milestone In New Zealand Test

R Ashwin Picks 'Future Batting Pillars Of Indian Cricket'. Not Rishabh Pant Or KL Rahul