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"Not The Way...": West Indies Great on Ex-India Players Personally Attacking Each Other Over KL Rahul

The issue of whether KL Rahul should or should not be included in the Indian cricket team for the the last two Tests against Australia took an ugly turn when former India players Venkatesh Prasad and Aakash Chopra took on each other on social media. After Prasad tweeted on multiple occasions regrading the long rope that Rahul has got, Chopra, meanwhile, did a YouTube videoon KL Rahul. Towards the end of the video, Chopra urged Prasad to stay calm and not peddle 'agendas' if there are any or highlight stats that suit his thoughts.

"Got To Find Way To Get Better": Travis Head Ahead Of 3rd Test vs India

Travis Head has backed himself to keep being aggressive against the Indian spinners in the third Test beginning in Indore on March 1. Members of the Australian team stayed back in the capital following the loss at the Kotla on day three of the second Test on Sunday. With David Warner back home due to an elbow fracture, Head will open alongside Usman Khawaja in Indore. The southpaw was dropped for the first Test in Nagpur.

"Do Something Boss": Ex-India Cricketer Taunts Australia Ahead Of Third Test

Former Indian cricket team opener Krishnamachari Srikkanth took a jibe at Australia with the visitors trailing 0-2 in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. India won the first two matches of the series comprehensively and with Australia missing the services of experienced campaigners like Pat Cummins, David Warner and Josh Hazlewood due to various reasons, it is expected to get tougher for Steve Smith and Co. Srikkanth jokingly urged the visitors to “do something” and warned that if they are unable to turn their campaign around, they can end up becoming a laughing stock.

"Don't Criticise On Social Media": Gautam Gambhir On Ex-India Stars Blasting KL Rahul

The debate over KL Rahul's poor form does not seem to stop soon. The opening batter gave a forgettable performance in the first two Tests against Australia, where he could only manage to score 38 runs. His inclusion in the Playing XI over in-form Shubman Gill has raised a lot of questions about how players are being selected in the Indian team. Former India pacer Venkatesh Prasad, among others, has been quite vocal on Rahul repeatedly getting chance in the Indian paying XI. However, former India opener Gautam Gambhir came in support of Rahul and urged the former cricketers not to criticise the opening batter on the social media.

"Don't Want Him Carrying...": Australia Great Gives Verdict On Pat Cummins' Captaincy

Former Australia wicketkeeper Ian Healy doesn't want tearaway fast bowler Pat Cummins "carrying burden of captaincy". Cummins, who was appointed Test captain in November of 2021 and ODI skipper late last year, enjoys a strong winning record as captain of the Australian team. However, with Australia 0-2 down against India in the ongoing four-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Cummins' leadership credentials have come into question. The 29-year-old was also dethroned as the no. 1 bowler in Test cricket by evergreen James Anderson.

"100 Per Cent Ready To Go": Australia Star Declares Himself Fit For Third Test Against India

Australia all-rounder Cameron Green has declared himself "100 per cent" fit to play the third Test against India, starting from March 1 at the Holkar Stadium in Indore. Green's anticipated return from a serious finger injury that has seen him miss the first two Test will be a huge boost for Australia, especially when the likes of Pat Cummins, David Warner and Josh Hazlewood have been ruled out of the third Test due to various reasons. While Cummins declared himself unavailable earlier on Friday, Warner and Hazlewood have been sent back home due to injury setbacks.

"Salaam Rocky Bhai": Dinesh Karthik Left Star Stuck After Meeting KGF Star Yash

India veteran wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik had a fanboy moment as he posted a picture with actor Yash, who is widely popular for his role in Kannada film KGF. Directed by Prashanth Neel, KGF revolves around gold mafia. The movie shattered many box-office records and made Yash a fan favourite. KGF's sequel, which was released in 2022, collected a whopping total of Rs 509 crore (Hindi version). KGF's song 'Salaam Rocky Bhai' gained a lot of popularity among the masses. Similarly, Karthik also showed his love towards the song and Yash and shared a picture with the KGF actor on his Twitter handle.

Pat Cummins Won't Return To India For Third Test Of Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Steve Smith May Lead

Australia captain Pat Cummins will miss the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India, which is scheduled to beging in Indore from March 1. Cummins, who flew home to Sydney following Australia's defeat in the second Test due to his mother's illness, was expected to return to India for the third Test beginning Wednesday. However, the 29-year-old has confirmed that he would not be available for the Indore Test due to his mother's illness. In his absence, Steve Smith is expected to lead the series.

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"Not The Way...": West Indies Great on Ex-India Players Personally Attacking Each Other Over KL Rahul

"Got To Find Way To Get Better": Travis Head Ahead Of 3rd Test vs India

"Do Something Boss": Ex-India Cricketer Taunts Australia Ahead Of Third Test

"Don't Criticise On Social Media": Gautam Gambhir On Ex-India Stars Blasting KL Rahul

"Don't Want Him Carrying...": Australia Great Gives Verdict On Pat Cummins' Captaincy

"100 Per Cent Ready To Go": Australia Star Declares Himself Fit For Third Test Against India

"Salaam Rocky Bhai": Dinesh Karthik Left Star Stuck After Meeting KGF Star Yash

Pat Cummins Won't Return To India For Third Test Of Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Steve Smith May Lead