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Watch: Rohit Sharma Draws Criticism For Dropping Sitter. Ravichandran Ashwin's Reaction Says It All

India captain Rohit Sharma has come under fierce criticism over his captaincy in the ongoing three-match Test series against New Zealand. In the ongoing second Test in Pune, several former cricketers questioned Rohit over his tactics, especially the field placements, as New Zealand scored quick runs to increase their lead over 300 runs on Day 2. Rohit was on the receiving end of some heavy criticism on Day 3 after he dropped an easy catch in the morning session.

"Don't Talk About Australia Now": Sunil Gavaskar Schools Ex-India Star During 2nd Test vs New Zealand

The Rohit Sharma-led Indian cricket team are in a dire strait in the Test series against New Zealand. After having lost the first Test in Bengaluru, the second Test Test in Pune too hasn't brought any good news for the hosts. New Zealand have taken a huge lead in the third innings and saving the match will be quite a task for India. In the midst of this former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has aksed all to focus on the current series rather than on the India vs Australia Test series that starts on November 22.

"Ball Lagi Hai": Sarfaraz Khan Reveals How He Convinced Rohit Sharma To Take DRS

Newcomer Sarfaraz Khan has truly made a space for himself in the Indian team, proving to be an influential member for the team, both with the bat and in the field. Fielding at backward short-leg, Sarfaraz somehow managed to convince skipper Rohit Sharma on taking a review despite no other member of the team seemingly being convinced. The end result was that DRS did fin the faintest of contacts between the ball and glove, enough for New Zealand's Will Young to be given out on Day 1 of the second Test in Pune.

Najmul Hossain Shanto Likely To Step Down As Bangladesh Captain After South Africa Test Series

Bangladesh's all-format captain Najmul Hossain Shanto is likely to step down from the leadership role after the conclusion of the ongoing home Test series against South Africa. The Bangladesh Cricket Board had appointed Najmul as captain across formats for a year in February 2024, with plans for him to lead the team in the Champions Trophy next year. However, Najmul has informed the board of his decision to step down and is awaiting approval from board president Faruque Ahmed, who is currently abroad and expected to return soon.

"Little Vulnerable When...": Rohit Sharma's 'Loose' Dismissal Criticised By Sanjay Manjrekar

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar criticised captain Rohit Sharma over his soft dismissal in the first innings of the ongoing second Test against New Zealand. Rohit registered a nine-ball duck, cleaned up by Tim Southee while trying to defend an outswinging delivery. Notably, Southee has now dismissed Rohit 14 times in international, the joint-most by any bowler alongside Kagiso Rabada. During a discussion on ESPNcricinfo, Manjrekar analysed Rohit's struggles and criticised the India captain's approach while defending.

India Eye Historic First In Pursuit Of Never-Seen-Before Win vs New Zealand In Pune Test

The Indian cricket team is staring at a rare Test series loss after being outplayed by New Zealand in the first two matches of a three-game rubber. After suffering a shock eight-wicket defeat to the Kiwis in Bengaluru, India trail 0-1 in the series. In the ongoing second Test, the Rohit Sharma-led side conceded a 103-run lead in the first innings, before New Zealand extended their lead to 301 by the end of Day 2. New Zealand added just 57 runs to their overnight score of 198/5, setting India a target of 359.

Was That MS Dhoni? Ravindra Jadeja's Viral Run Out Sends CSK Fans In Meltdown

India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja pulled-off a stunning run out on Day 3 of the ongoing second Test against New Zealand in Pune. The dismissal helped India bowl New Zealand out for 255 in the second innings. The incident happened on the 4th ball of the 70th over of New Zealand's innings. Glenn Phillips and Will O'Rourke tried to steal a couple of runs after the former hit Jadeja's short-pitched delivery towards deep cover. While it seemed that Phillips and O'Rourke would settle for a single, Washington Sundar was a bit late to react.

Pakistan vs England 3rd Test Day 3 Highlights: Spinners Shine As Pakistan Beat England By 9 Wickets, Seal Series

Pakistan vs England Highlights, 3rd Test Day 3: Spinners Noman Ali and Sajid Khan starred with the ball as Pakistan hammered England by 9 wickets in the third and final Test in Multan to clinch the series 2-1. Chasing a target of 36, captain Shan Masood hit an unbeaten 23 to guide Pakistan to a first series win at home after three years. Earlier, Noman and Sajid grabbed all 10 wickets to bowl out England for 112, leaving Pakistan a target of 36 to win the series-deciding third Test in Rawalpindi on Saturday. Noman finished with 6-42 and Sajid 4-69 in an irrepressible spin bowling display after England resumed the day on a precarious 24-3. Joe Root scored top with 33. England won the first Test by an innings and 47 runs while Pakistan took the second by 152 runs, both in Multan. (Scorecard)

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Watch: Rohit Sharma Draws Criticism For Dropping Sitter. Ravichandran Ashwin's Reaction Says It All

"Don't Talk About Australia Now": Sunil Gavaskar Schools Ex-India Star During 2nd Test vs New Zealand

"Ball Lagi Hai": Sarfaraz Khan Reveals How He Convinced Rohit Sharma To Take DRS

Najmul Hossain Shanto Likely To Step Down As Bangladesh Captain After South Africa Test Series

"Little Vulnerable When...": Rohit Sharma's 'Loose' Dismissal Criticised By Sanjay Manjrekar

India Eye Historic First In Pursuit Of Never-Seen-Before Win vs New Zealand In Pune Test

Was That MS Dhoni? Ravindra Jadeja's Viral Run Out Sends CSK Fans In Meltdown

Pakistan vs England 3rd Test Day 3 Highlights: Spinners Shine As Pakistan Beat England By 9 Wickets, Seal Series