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First Time Since 1877: Team India Scripts History With Unprecedented Six Hitting Feat

The Indian cricket team registered a new all-time record, becoming the first team in world cricket go past the 90 sixes mark in a single calendar year. India reached the landmark as Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal came out all guns blazing against Bangladesh on Day 4 of the second Test in Kanpur. The duo hit Bangladesh bowlers all around the park, as India broke England's record of scoring the most number of maximums in a calendar year in Tests. England had scored 89 sixes in 2022, before seeing that record being broken by India.

Watch: Mohammed Siraj's Catch Of The Year Contender Sets Internet On Fire

On a brilliant day for Team India in the field, Mohammed Siraj grabbed a brilliant one-handed catch. With India up against Bangladesh on Day 4 of the second Test in Kanpur, the only objective set was claiming quick wickets. It was Jasprit Bumrah who bagged the first wicket for the team on the day, sending Mushfiqur Rahim packing before Mohammed Siraj struck to dismiss Litton Das, thanks to a brilliant catch by Rohit Sharma. Probably inspired by Rohit's effort, Siraj then produced a one-handed stunner himself as Ravichandran Ashwin sent Shakib al Hasan packing.

Sunil Gavaskar Not Happy With India's Tactic vs Bangladesh, Says "Man With 9000 Runs..."

The Indian cricket team on Monday put up a terrific batting display on the fourth day of the second Test against Bangladesh at Green Park stadium in Kanpur. With the second and third day of play getting completely washed out due to rain, India needed an out-of-the-box performance to take the game to a point that it could yield a result. The hosts first bundled out Bangladesh at the score of 233 and then boasted of a powerful batting attack. The Rohit Sharma-led side posted 285 for 9 in 34.4 overs and then declared the innings with a lead of 52 runs.

Watch: Rohit Sharma Reacts As Virat Kohli Survives Run-Out. Rishabh Pant's Sweet Gesture Gets Viral

Indian batters Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant were involved in a terrible mix-up during running on Day 4 of the second Test vs Bangladesh in Kanpur, but the good thing for the hosts was that no one got out and it all ended up with a smile. It happened on the first legal delivery of the 19th over of India's innings. Bangladesh pacer Khaled Ahmed bowled a good length delivery outside off stump to Kohli. The India batter got a big inside edge on the ball while going for a drive. The ball hit Kohli's body and got further slowed down. Spotting an opportunity, the batter decided to take a quick single.

Virat Kohli's Old 5 Test Centres Rant Goes Viral Amid Kanpur Controversy, Dinesh Karthik Reacts

Virat Kohli's old video of 5 designated Test centres resurfaced on social media as the second Test between India and Bangladesh in Kanpur witnessed lack of action due to a damp outfield, especially on Day 3. Despite the venue not witnessing any rain on Sunday, not a single over could be possible because of the soft outfield. As frustrations grew among players and fans, Kohli's old video highlighting how India should only have 5 world-class venues for Test matches went viral. Even former India wicket-keeper batter Dinesh Karthik spoke about the topic after the end of Day 3.

Rinku Singh To Play As Opener In T20Is vs Bangladesh? Ex-Selector's Stunning Suggestion

Former Indian cricket team selector Saba Karim believes that Rinku Singh will be a good option to open the batting for India along with Abhishek Sharma in the upcoming T20I series against Bangladesh. In a recent interaction, Karim explained that Rinku does not get much time to show off his talent and his aggressive playing style will complete Abhishek. Rinku typically bats at No. 6 or 7 for India but Karim added that he should face more balls in order to add more value to the team.

"It's Special And Will Forever Remain With Me": Ravindra Jadeja On Taking 300 Test Wickets

Ravindra Jadeja could not hide his delight after reaching the milestone of 300 wickets in Test cricket on Monday, expressing that the moment "will forever remain" with him. Jadeja became the seventh Indian bowler to reach the coveted mark during the fourth day of the second Test against Bangladesh in Kanpur. The other Indian bowlers who have taken 300 Test wickets or more are: table leader Anil Kumble (619), R Ashwin (524), Kapil Dev (434), Harbhajan Singh (417), Ishant Sharma (311) and Zaheer Khan (311).

2nd Test: Mehidy Hasan Miraz Admits To Being Surprised Over India's Attacking Approach

Bangladesh's off-spin all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz said he was taken by surprise over India's attacking approach with the bat on day four of the rain-affected second Test at the Green Park Stadium in Kanpur on Monday. Under sunny skies, India's breathtaking approach with the bat saw them set records for the fastest team 50, 100, 150, 200 and 250 in men's Tests. On the back of half-centuries scored by Yashasvi Jaiswal and K.L. Rahul, India declared its first innings on 285/9 in just 34.4 overs after bowling out Bangladesh for 233.

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First Time Since 1877: Team India Scripts History With Unprecedented Six Hitting Feat

Watch: Mohammed Siraj's Catch Of The Year Contender Sets Internet On Fire

Sunil Gavaskar Not Happy With India's Tactic vs Bangladesh, Says "Man With 9000 Runs..."

Watch: Rohit Sharma Reacts As Virat Kohli Survives Run-Out. Rishabh Pant's Sweet Gesture Gets Viral

Virat Kohli's Old 5 Test Centres Rant Goes Viral Amid Kanpur Controversy, Dinesh Karthik Reacts

Rinku Singh To Play As Opener In T20Is vs Bangladesh? Ex-Selector's Stunning Suggestion

"It's Special And Will Forever Remain With Me": Ravindra Jadeja On Taking 300 Test Wickets

2nd Test: Mehidy Hasan Miraz Admits To Being Surprised Over India's Attacking Approach