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England Great Identifies Indian Cricket's Cristiano Ronaldo. It's Not Virat Kohli

Former England fast bowler Steve Harmison has drawn a striking parallel between India's ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah and football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, emphasising the irreplaceable nature of the fast bowler. Harmison believes that if Bumrah is forced to miss the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy due to injury, it would be akin to a FIFA World Cup without Ronaldo at his peak. Bumrah, who played a pivotal role in India's Test series against Australia, is struggling with a swelling on his back and is likely to miss the group stage of the Champions Trophy.

Amid Rough Patch, Virat Kohli Given Massive "Best Player In The World" Compliment By Ex-RCB Teammate

Virat Kohli may have been going through a poor run of form but the senior Indian batter remains the "best player in the world," feels former West Indian swashbuckler Chris Gayle. The 36-year-old Kohli endured yet another poor outing as he was dismissed for just five runs in the second ODI against England in Cuttack on Sunday. But Gayle, who has played alongside Kohli at the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL, remains unperturbed by the Indian's lean stretch. "He is still the best player in the world regardless of the form, Virat Kohli is still the best player, the stats prove that, how many centuries across formats he has scored as well," Gayle said on the sidelines of an event here on Tuesday.

"Who Is She?" Virat Kohli Ignores Security, Hugs Woman At Airport. Internet Curious - Video

The Indian cricket team is currently in Ahmedabad for the third India vs England ODI on Wednesday. In the second ODI in Cuttack, Odisha, India registered a fine win over the Jos Buttler-led visitors with skipper Rohit Sharma scoring a 90-ball 119. Virat Kohli, who missed the first ODI due to a knee injury, could not fire in the second ODI. The ODIs are the only matches in the format for India this year ahead of the Champions Trophy 2025. Virat Kohli's form will be closely watched going into the Champions Trophy.

"Never Ever...": Kevin Pietersen Fumes At 'Real Estate Talk With Virat Kohli' Question

Since the start of the ODI series between India and England, Virat Kohli has had quite a few boundary-rope talks with Kevin Pietersen. As the duo was spotted engaging in a conversation in Cuttack yet again on Sunday, speculations over 'real estate chatter in London' arose. Even former India cricketer Aakash Chopra said that Kohli might be seeking an understanding of real estate in London from Pietersen. When the England great was asked this question directly, he expressed his disappointment and brushed aside the talks.

"Pakistan Are Very Dangerous": Ravi Shastri's Blunt Warning For Team India Ahead Of Champions Trophy

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri feels Mohammad Rizwan-led Pakistan will have "enough depth to be dangerous in home conditions" in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy. Pakistan have the benefit of playing at home conditions as the country is set to co-host a senior ICC event for the first time since the World Cup in 1996. "There's always pressure when you play at home in the sub-continent – whether it's India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, or Pakistan – the expectations are massive," Shastri remarked when speaking with host Sanjana Ganesan on the latest episode of The ICC Review.

"1-2 Knocks Won't Change...": Rohit Sharma's Subtle Retort To Critics After Century in Cuttack

India captain Rohit Sharma put talks around his form to bed with a brilliant hundred in the second ODI against England on Sunday. Rohit truly entertained the crowd at Cuttack, hitting 12 fours and 7 sixes, as India took 2-0 lead in the 3-match series. The India skipper found going tough over the last one year or so, producing back-to-back poor shows against New Zealand, Australia and even in the Ranji Trophy. However, after securing his 32nd ODI ton, the opening batter silenced critics in an emotional video shared by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

"Intentional Throw": Virat Kohli Fans Slam Jos Buttler After India Batter's Yet Another Flop Show

India continued their dominant run over England and registered a thumping four-wicket win in the second ODI on Sunday. Playing in Cuttack, the hosts displayed another brilliant performance to gain an unassailable 2-0 lead over England in the three-match series. The biggest positive for India came with skipper Rohit Sharma, who battled through his lean patch and hammered his 32nd ODI century as the hosts chased down the target of 305 in 44.3 overs. However, star batter Virat Kohli registered yet another dismal show, fetching only five runs off eight balls.

DRS Malfunction Behind Virat Kohli's Dismissal? India Star's Reaction Stuns All

India batter Virat Kohli gave a stunned reaction after his dismissal in the 2nd ODI against England in Cuttack on Sunday. Kohli, who missed the series-opener in Nagpur due to a sore knee, was dismissed caught behind for an 8-ball 5 by Adil Rashid, following a successful DRS taken by England captain Jos Buttler. Kohli leaned forward to defend as Rashid bowled a flighted delivery, but was beaten on the edge due to a sharp turn. Despite a strong appeal from England for a caught behind, the umpire shook his head in disagreement.

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England Great Identifies Indian Cricket's Cristiano Ronaldo. It's Not Virat Kohli

Amid Rough Patch, Virat Kohli Given Massive "Best Player In The World" Compliment By Ex-RCB Teammate

"Who Is She?" Virat Kohli Ignores Security, Hugs Woman At Airport. Internet Curious - Video

"Never Ever...": Kevin Pietersen Fumes At 'Real Estate Talk With Virat Kohli' Question

"Pakistan Are Very Dangerous": Ravi Shastri's Blunt Warning For Team India Ahead Of Champions Trophy

"1-2 Knocks Won't Change...": Rohit Sharma's Subtle Retort To Critics After Century in Cuttack

"Intentional Throw": Virat Kohli Fans Slam Jos Buttler After India Batter's Yet Another Flop Show

DRS Malfunction Behind Virat Kohli's Dismissal? India Star's Reaction Stuns All