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'Slightly Concerned About Future Of Test Cricket': Steve Smith Ahead Of WTC Final

Star Australia batter Steve Smith on Monday expressed his concerns over the future of the five-day game ahead of the World Test Championship final against India beginning at The Oval on Wednesday. The rapid growth of franchise cricket around the world has put pressure on the international schedule. The smaller nations are not playing enough Test cricket, with India, Australia and England effectively driving the longest format. It was, though, ironical that Smith spoke about the uncertain future ahead of the biggest game in Test cricket -- the WTC final.

"Then We Will Have Some Fun...": Ravi Shastri's WTC Final Prediction For Virat Kohli

Former Indian cricket team head coach Ravi Shastri believes that Virat Kohli enjoys batting against Australia and if the star batsman can cross the 20-run mark, he can score big in the World Test Championship (WTC) Final at the Oval. Kohli was instrumental in India retaining the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia earlier this year and he also brought an end to his Test century drought. In the 2021-23 World Test Championships, Kohli currently has 869 runs with the help of multiple tons.

"Loss Of Human Lives Is Always Painful": Pakistan Star Cricketer Muhammad Rizwan Expresses Grief Over Odisha Train Crash

Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Muhammad Rizwan extended his condolences and prayers to the victims of the horrific train accident in Odisha. The devastating train accident in Odisha's Balasore district on Friday evening has resulted in the death of at least 275 people and injuring around 1000. The train crash, involving the Bengaluru-Howrah Superfast Express, the Shalimar-Chennai Central Coromandel Express and a goods train, is one of the deadliest such accidents since independence. Rizwan prayed for all the victims of the accident.

Has Franchise Cricket Affected Test Matches? Rahul Dravid Gives Straight Answer

They may not have won an ICC title in 10 years but India head coach Rahul Dravid on Monday insisted his team is not feeling any pressure going into the World Test Championship final against Australia. However, the former India captain said it would be nice to win the trophy as it is something his team has worked towards over the last two years. India lost the inaugural WTC final to New Zealand in 2021 and have been guilty of faltering in knockout games. "No, not at all. I mean we don't feel any pressure in terms of trying to win an ICC trophy. Of course it would be nice to do it. It would be certainly nice to be able to win an ICC tournament. But also in the context of things, you look at this and you see this is the culmination of two years of work.

Virender Sehwag's Heartwarming Gesture For Children Of Odisha Train Tragedy Victims

Former Indian cricket team opener Virender Sehwag took to social media to offer his condolences to the victims of the Odisha train tragedy and he even announced that his school will be offering free education and boarding facility to children who lost parents in the accident. He posted a picture of the accident with the caption – “This image will haunt us for a long time. In this hour of grief, the least I can do is to take care of education of children of those who lost their life in this tragic accident. I offer such children free education at Sehwag International School's boarding facility”.

"Have Been To El Clasico": Anushka Sharma Shares 'Bragging Rights' Over Virat Kohli. Watch

Indian cricket team star Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma, renowned actor and the cricketer's wife, recently attended the FA Cup final between Manchester City and Manchester United at the Wembley Stadium. The two could be seen engrossed in the game and later shared their experiences. They were asked about their experiences, and Anushka said: "This is the first time I have come to a stadium to watch Man City. I have been to one other game before. And like Virat says I have bragging rights. I have been to a El Clasico. I have been like to the big games," Anushka said.

"Tags Of King And Prince...": Virat Kohli's Upfront Take On 'Amazing' Shubman Gill Ahead Of WTC Final

Two Indian batters who will be closely watch in the World Test Championship final against Australia will be Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill. While Kohli has been a great performer in India colours over more than a decade, Gill has shown the potential to be among the world's best in coming times. Ahead of the important match, Kohli opened up on the potential of Gill. "He (Gill) speaks to me a lot about the game, is very keen to learn and has an amazing skill set at his age," Kohli told the ICC.

"Like India vs Pakistan In A World Cup...": Virat Kohli's Big Comment On Passion, Support Involving Top Football Matches

Star Indian batter Virat Kohli said that Team India's big games, like India versus Pakistan clash, have the same atmosphere as a football game in the United Kingdom. Virat was there with his wife and Bollywood actor Anushka Sharma to attend the FA Cup final between Manchester United and Manchester City on Saturday. He was asked to rank the atmosphere at the Wembley Stadium with respect to the arenas that he has played cricket in. he gave a very interesting answer.

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'Slightly Concerned About Future Of Test Cricket': Steve Smith Ahead Of WTC Final

"Then We Will Have Some Fun...": Ravi Shastri's WTC Final Prediction For Virat Kohli

"Loss Of Human Lives Is Always Painful": Pakistan Star Cricketer Muhammad Rizwan Expresses Grief Over Odisha Train Crash

Has Franchise Cricket Affected Test Matches? Rahul Dravid Gives Straight Answer

Virender Sehwag's Heartwarming Gesture For Children Of Odisha Train Tragedy Victims

"Have Been To El Clasico": Anushka Sharma Shares 'Bragging Rights' Over Virat Kohli. Watch

"Tags Of King And Prince...": Virat Kohli's Upfront Take On 'Amazing' Shubman Gill Ahead Of WTC Final

"Like India vs Pakistan In A World Cup...": Virat Kohli's Big Comment On Passion, Support Involving Top Football Matches