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"Very Proud Cricketer": Amid Criticism, Virat Kohli Receives Support From His Childhood Hero

India stalwart Virat Kohli has been facing his fair share of criticism of late for his topsy-turvy form with the bat, but has now found a supporter in one of his childhood heroes. Kohli, who averages just 25 with the bat in Test cricket in 2024, has received words of encouragement from former South Africa batter Herschelle Gibbs, who Kohli had named as one of his childhood heroes during his U19 days. Gibbs stated that Kohli should not be written off just yet.

First Time In 147 Years: Ravichandran Ashwin Sets Unique 'Pakistan' Record After Retirement

Ravichandran Ashwin's sudden retirement from international cricket has allowed the 38-year-old to now become the first person to achieve a rather unique thing. Ashwin is among 14 Indian players to have made more than 100 Test appearances for India, and one of 78 players in the history of the game to do so. However, Ashwin will go down as the first-ever player in the 147 years since Test cricket began with 100 or more Test caps who has never played a single match against Pakistan. While Ashwin is the first in the list, he could soon have two of his teammates join him.

"Credit To Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma": Amid Poor Batting, India Stalwarts Praised For This Reason

Akash Deep made his India Test debut only in 2024, but already seems like a vital cog of the team. In the third Test against Australia, playing just his sixth Test match, Akash Deep made big contributions with both ball and bat. Coming in as the No. 11 batter, Akash Deep slammed 31 off just 44 balls to rescue India from a follow-on in a dramatic ninth-wicket partnership with Jasprit Bumrah. Ahead of the fourth Test, Akash Deep has credited Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for preparing a young India side for an Australia tour.

Sunil Gavaskar's Unflinching Message As Virat Kohli Struggles For Form

With Virat Kohli struggling to get out of the rut, the Indian batting unit hasn't looked as powerful as it was expected to be in Australia. Over the years, Virat has done wonders Down Under, scoring runs for fun but the current tour has seen him getting out to similar deliveries time and again. India's batting great, Sunil Gavaskar, lent an important piece of advice as he tried to decode the struggles both Kohli and skipper Rohit Sharma have endured in Australia.

After Ravindra Jadeja, Another India Star Accused Of Refusing To Speak With Australian Media

Following on from a row where Ravindra Jadeja was accused by members of Australian media for not answering questions in English, a similar tone has been maintained for Akash Deep, who was sent to attend the media on Sunday. Akash Deep is not a native English speaker, and hence could not answer questions in English, but Australian media outlet Channel 7 have now suggested that this may've been a "message" from the Indian camp. In fact, the channel stated that Indian reporters had also not helped out Australian reporters with their questions.

All Eyes On Virat Kohli As India Eye Victory In Boxing Day Test At MCG

Kohli, Kohli….the chants from 90000 fervent fans still reverberate in the ear when you step into the fabled MCG, even two years after the former Indian skipper pulled off a stunning heist against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2022. Back then, Virat Kohli's unbeaten 82 off 53 balls helped India snatch a victory from the jaws of defeat, and now he is back at the G, looking for another redemption act. Kohli made a bright beginning to the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia with a second innings hundred at Perth.

Rohit Sharma Injury Scare For India Ahead Of 4th Test In Melbourne: Report

Team India has had to deal with a huge injury scare just days before the start of the 4th Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Melbourne. Skipper Rohit Sharma was reportedly hit on the knee during a net session. Though he tried to continue playing despite the pain but eventually had to seek medical attention. Rohit was spotted sitting on a chair, with his gear off and the left knee strapped. Though the blow didn't look serious initially, the physios are likely to monitor his situation closely ahead of the MCG clash.

Ex-India Coach Backs Virat Kohli Ahead Of Boxing Day Test, Calls Him "Difference Maker"

Former India head coach Sanjay Bangar believes that the Boxing Day Test at Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is the perfect opportunity for Virat Kohli to rise to the occasion and reestablish himself as the fulcrum of India's batting lineup. With the Border-Gavaskar Trophy locked at 1-1, this match is crucial for India's hopes of clinching the series and solidifying their chances of reaching the World Test Championship (WTC) final. Kohli's form has been a mixed bag in the ongoing series. While his century in Perth played a pivotal role in India's victory, his performances in the other matches have been underwhelming.

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"Very Proud Cricketer": Amid Criticism, Virat Kohli Receives Support From His Childhood Hero

First Time In 147 Years: Ravichandran Ashwin Sets Unique 'Pakistan' Record After Retirement

"Credit To Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma": Amid Poor Batting, India Stalwarts Praised For This Reason

Sunil Gavaskar's Unflinching Message As Virat Kohli Struggles For Form

After Ravindra Jadeja, Another India Star Accused Of Refusing To Speak With Australian Media

All Eyes On Virat Kohli As India Eye Victory In Boxing Day Test At MCG

Rohit Sharma Injury Scare For India Ahead Of 4th Test In Melbourne: Report

Ex-India Coach Backs Virat Kohli Ahead Of Boxing Day Test, Calls Him "Difference Maker"