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Life Without Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma: A Matter Of Courage More Than Talent

India contemplated Test cricket without Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma on Monday after the star duo again failed to fire in the bruising series defeat to Australia. With out-of-form skipper Rohit missing, the visitors went down by six wickets in the fifth and final Test on Sunday in Sydney to lose the series 3-1. Fresh from a 3-0 home whitewash to New Zealand, the defeat sparked renewed debate in India about the future of the team and in particular two of its stalwarts.

"Don't Need Players Who...": Sunil Gavaskar's Stern 'Star Culture' Advice To BCCI

Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar urged the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to end the 'star culture' present in the Indian cricket team following the series loss against Australia. India's World Test Championship (WTC) Final dreams were completely dashed after they slumped to a heavy loss against Australia in the Sydney Test on Sunday. Gavaskar said on Star Sports that the cricketers need to make themselves available for selection at all times unless there is a medical emergency and even advised the selectors to consider the players who are completely committed to the side.

"Cousin Died Of Leukemia, Grand Father Of Bowel Cancer": Sam Konstas, Who Shoulder-Barged Virat Kohli

The 'Pink Test' at Sydney, which spreads awareness about cancer, holds special significance for Sam Konstas, for the young Australian batting sensation lost his close family members to the dreaded disease. The Sydney match has been celebrated as the 'Pink Test' since 2009, in honour of Glenn McGrath's late wife Jane, who passed away after a battle with breast cancer in 2008, with the McGrath foundation raising millions of dollars for the cause. During an interview on Triple M cricket, Konstas revealed how his cousin died of leukemia and his grandpa of bowel cancer, and expressed hope the match at SCG would continue to raise awareness about the disease.

India's Squad For England ODIs: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma's Future Confirmed In Report Amid Rumours

While their Test future is up for debate, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma still remain crucial to India's hopes in ODI cricket. A few days after reports suggesting selectors are planning to snub the duo for the 3-match ODI series against England, it has been reported that both Kohli and Rohit will be called up for the series by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selection committee. India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, who hurt his back while bowling in the 5th and final Test against Australia in Sydney, however, could be rested to manage his workload issues.

England Tour, Australia Revenge, New Zealand Away: India's Full Schedule For WTC 2025-27

As Team India's hunt for the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 final comes to an end, the focus for Gautam Gambhir and co. will shift to the upcoming WTC 2025-27 cycle. India will play Test series against six different opponents in this period, starting off with arguably their hardest assignment of the whole cycle - a five-Test tour of England in June 2025. Having reached the final of the previous two cycles but not this one, Gambhir will be hoping he can take India to Test success if he carries on as coach till then.

BCCI In A Fix Over Rohit Sharma-Virat Kohli Retirement Decision? Report Makes Huge Claim

It was a horrible outing for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the recently-concluded Test series against Australia. Despite scoring a brilliant ton in the first Test match, Kohli finished the series with 190 runs at an average of 23.75 across eight innings. The star batter's struggles with deliveries outside the off-stump were once again exposed as his batting technique was criticised by both fans as well as experts. The situation was worse for Rohit who scored just 31 runs in 3 matches before dropping himself for the final Test in Sydney. While speculations are rife about their future, a report by Dainik Jagran claimed that the star batters are unlikely to retire on their own, leaving the tough task up to the selectors.

As Sam Konstas Clashes With Kohli, Bumrah, Pat Cummins' Blunt "Bullying And Abuse" Verdict

Australia captain Pat Cummins has come to the defence of Sam Konstas following recent scrutiny of his on-field conduct during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. In the post-match press conference, Cummins discussed the role of the ICC and match officials in setting the rules and the standard for conduct, making it clear that the team respected those decisions, even if they did not always agree with them. "I think, first of all, obviously ICC and Andy Pycroft set the rules and set the punishments. You know, we saw that in Melbourne with Virat [Kohli], 20 per cent. That's what they thought. So, it doesn't really matter what we think. They set the rules. So, obviously, that's the standard that they're happy with," Cummins said.

"Best To Get Rid Of...": AB de Villiers's Honest Message To Virat Kohli Amid Form Issues

Virat Kohli's former Royal Challengers Bengaluru teammate AB de Villiers has advised the struggling Indian batter to "reset" his mind and avoid on-field battles as he concluded a horror tour of Australia. Kohli and Rohit Sharma were woefully out of form during the just-concluded Test series against Australia. The 1-3 series defeat resulted in the team losing out on qualifying for the World Test Championship final. Kohli could manage only 190 runs in his nine innings in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, repeatedly offering edges to the slip cordon or keeper.

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Life Without Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma: A Matter Of Courage More Than Talent

"Don't Need Players Who...": Sunil Gavaskar's Stern 'Star Culture' Advice To BCCI

"Cousin Died Of Leukemia, Grand Father Of Bowel Cancer": Sam Konstas, Who Shoulder-Barged Virat Kohli

India's Squad For England ODIs: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma's Future Confirmed In Report Amid Rumours

England Tour, Australia Revenge, New Zealand Away: India's Full Schedule For WTC 2025-27

BCCI In A Fix Over Rohit Sharma-Virat Kohli Retirement Decision? Report Makes Huge Claim

As Sam Konstas Clashes With Kohli, Bumrah, Pat Cummins' Blunt "Bullying And Abuse" Verdict

"Best To Get Rid Of...": AB de Villiers's Honest Message To Virat Kohli Amid Form Issues