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"If Not You, Then Who?": Shubman Gill Shares Words Of Encouragement From Rahul Dravid

Following India's win over England in the fourth Test, Indian batter Shubman Gill celebrated the win by sharing some words of motivation from his head coach Rahul Dravid. Indian youngsters Shubman Gill and Dhruv Jurel's remarkable effort with the bat took the hosts across the finishing line and clinched the series with a five-wicket victory in the fourth Test against England on Monday. Gill took to Instagram and wrote in his caption: "If not you, then who? If not now, then when?" - Rahul Dravid."

"Money, Fame And...": Sunil Gavaskar's Blunt Take On Rohit Sharma's 'Hunger' Remark

Legendary Indian cricket team batter Sunil Gavaskar completely supported skipper Rohit Sharma's remarks that cricketers who lack the hunger of playing Test cricket should not be included in the national team. Following India's series win over England with the victory in Ranchi, Rohit was asked about the IPL vs Test cricket debate and the star batter was quick to respond that Test cricket is the toughest format and it is not difficult to figure out the players who do not have the hunger for the sport. Gavaskar echoed similar sentiments and said that the cricketers should show their loyalty towards Indian cricket.

England Star Has "Man Crush" On Dhruv Jurel: Ben Stokes Reveals Name After Series Loss

The one cricketer who has got a lot of adulation after the fourth India vs England Test is Dhruv Jurel. Playing only his second Test, Dhruv Jurel showed amazing maturity in bringing out the Indian cricket team out of a tough situation. With the team in danger in the first innings, Dhruv Jurel scored 90 and ensured India did not concede a huge lead against the visitors. Then in the second innings, he stayed unbeaten on 39 to take the Rohit Sharma-led hosts to victory, which also sealed the series win.

Ben Stokes Irked By 'Ruthlessness' Question, Delivers Stinging Reply Post Loss

England captain Ben Stokes on Monday dismissed suggestions that his team lacked ruthlessness in their approach against India as they suffered their first Test series defeat in 'Bazball' era on Monday. India beat England by five wickets in the fourth and penultimate Test to take an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series. The home team's victory marked a stunning downfall for England's ultra-aggressive 'Bazball' approach, which has been their much-hyped winning mantra since 2022 and is now facing all-round criticism for being too rigid and lacking in depth. Asked if England lacked ruthlessness against India, Stokes replied: "Ruthlessness? What is it? How does it show itself?

"Apparent Who Has Hunger": Rohit Sharma's Blunt Answer On IPL vs Test Debate After England Win

The Indian cricket team sealed yet another Test series at home with a five-wicket win over England in Ranchi on Monday. The win was all the more special as the Rohit Sharma-led side was playing without some superstars. Virat Kohli is not playing in this series because of personal reasons while Jasprit Bumrah was rested from the fourth Test as part of workload management. Then, Mohammed Shami is out of the series due to injury. However, what made maximum noise in the buildup to the series was the absence of some youngsters. While they are on a 'break' due to various, it has raised a lot of eyebrows.

Watch: Rohit Sharma Slams Bat In Frustration As Yashasvi Jaiswal Gifts His Wicket To Joe Root

Rohit Sharma's disappointment was visible as Yashasvi Jaiswal ended up gifting his wicket to Joe Root on Day 4 of the fourth Test match between India and England in Ranchi on Monday. Jaiswal played brilliantly and was off to a great start when he miscued a simple shot off Root's bowling and James Anderson pulled off a good catch to end his stay at the crease after scoring 37 off 44 deliveries. Rohit was upset with how Jaiswal got dismissed despite getting a great start and the India skipper even slammed his bat on the pitch in frustration as the youngster made his way back to the dressing room.

Watch: Kuldeep Yadav Bamboozles Ben Stokes With Stunner. Batter's Reaction Is Viral

England cricket team captain Ben Stokes was completely bamboozled by a stunning delivery from Kuldeep Yadav on Day 3 of the fourth Test match against India in Ranchi on Sunday. During the 33rd over of England's second innings, the delivery from Kuldeep landed on the leg stump but spun massively towards the off-stump. Stokes tried to follow the line of the delivery but was taken aback by the spin and it went on to hit his back pad and then roll onto the stumps. The disappointment was clear on the batter's face as he walked back to the dressing room with his side in a bit of trouble.

Sarcastic Rohit Sharma Takes On Cynics Regarding India's Home Test Record. Says This

India captain Rohit Sharma Monday rued the lack of adequate recognition for a Test series win at home and the critics' tendency to go after the team with all their might in the event of a defeat. Rohit emphasised the importance of a Test series win regardless of the venue, opposition or conditions, his observation coming after the hosts flattened a trend-setting England team for a 17th consecutive series win at home.

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"If Not You, Then Who?": Shubman Gill Shares Words Of Encouragement From Rahul Dravid

"Money, Fame And...": Sunil Gavaskar's Blunt Take On Rohit Sharma's 'Hunger' Remark

England Star Has "Man Crush" On Dhruv Jurel: Ben Stokes Reveals Name After Series Loss

Ben Stokes Irked By 'Ruthlessness' Question, Delivers Stinging Reply Post Loss

"Apparent Who Has Hunger": Rohit Sharma's Blunt Answer On IPL vs Test Debate After England Win

Watch: Rohit Sharma Slams Bat In Frustration As Yashasvi Jaiswal Gifts His Wicket To Joe Root

Watch: Kuldeep Yadav Bamboozles Ben Stokes With Stunner. Batter's Reaction Is Viral

Sarcastic Rohit Sharma Takes On Cynics Regarding India's Home Test Record. Says This