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"Not The Best...": MS Dhoni vs Rishabh Pant Debate Gets A New "Hero Factor" Angle

Indian cricket team wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant made a brilliant return to Test cricket as he slammed a stunning century to guide his side to a comfortable win over Bangladesh in the first Test match in Chennai. Pant 's performance earned him a lot of praise from both experts as well as fans and it also sparked a comparison with MS Dhoni in the race for the 'greatest wicket-keeper batter' for India. Former New Zealand batter Ian Smith, however, believes that Pant has a long way to go before he can considered in the same bracket as Dhoni. He added that Pant is not the best wicket-keeper at the moment and when it comes to 'hero factor', it will difficult for him to get past Dhoni.

Virat Kohli Dismissed By Jasprit Bumrah '4 Times In 15 Balls'. Pacer Says "You Are..."

Indian cricket team star batter Virat Kohli had a horrible outing during the first Test match against Bangladesh in Chennai. Virat registered scores of 6 and 17 as Hasan Mahmud dismissed him in the first innings and Bangladesh spinner Mehidy Hasan Miraz took his wicket in the second innings. All eyes are on the batter to bounce back in the second Test in Kanpur but he suffered a major setback at the nets ahead of the game. According to Indian Express, he faced 15 deliveries against fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah in the nets and he was 'out' four times. The fourth ball from Bumrah crashed into his pads and Bumrah shouted “saamne laga hai (You are plumb)” - a statement that Kohli acknowledged.

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Live Score 2nd Test Day 1

SL vs NZ Live Score Updates 2nd Test Day 1: New Zealand look to bounce from a shock defeat in the series opener as they face Sri Lanka in the second Test in Galle. Kiwis head coach Gary Stead feels his side must adapt to the tricky Galle surface if they are to avenge their hard-fought. Despite not having played a warm-up match, the Kiwis showed resilience by taking a first-innings lead, but Sri Lanka's experience in home conditions ultimately helped them secure a close victory on the final morning. Sri Lanka, on the other hand, moved up to third place in the World Test Championship standings after their win in the first Test. A win in the second Test could significantly boost their chances of securing a spot in the final at Lord's next June. (Live Scorecard)

Raheem Sterling Nets First Arsenal Goal In League Cup Romp, Liverpool Beat West Ham

Raheem Sterling scored his first Arsenal goal and Jack Porter became the club's youngest ever starter in a 5-1 rout of Bolton in the League Cup on Wednesday, while Liverpool reached the last 16 with a 5-1 win against troubled West Ham. Sterling marked his maiden Arsenal start following his transfer deadline day move from Chelsea with a second-half strike in the third-round tie at the Emirates Stadium. The 29-year-old will hope his goal marks the start of a career revival after a disappointing two-year spell at Chelsea.

"Maza Toh Aaya": India Star On Infamous Incident Of MS Dhoni Losing His Cool During IPL 2019

MS Dhoni is famously known as 'Captain Cool' for keeping his calm even in the toughest of situations. Besides his tactical acumen, batting and wicketkeeping, his way of dealing with pressure is also something that is hailed and liked by many. However, even Dhoni at times has been seen losing his cool, though such occurences are extremely rare. One such incident was the IPL 2019 incident when Dhoni got involved in a heated debate with umpires and the entire episode ended on a poor note.

"Mohalla Team Better Than Pakistan": Spin Great Tears Into Babar Azam And Co, Asks Them To Learn From India

Former Pakistan leg-spinner Danish Kaneria didn't hold back in his scathing criticism of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Pakistan team following their humiliating Test series loss to Bangladesh. It was Pakistan's first-ever Test series defeat to Bangladesh and Kaneria expressed his frustration, even going so far as to say that "a mohalla team is better than them."

Glenn Maxwell Set To Return In Sheffield Shield, Confirms Will Sutherland

Victoria captain Will Sutherland has confirmed Australian cricketer Glenn Maxwell will be available for a couple of Sheffield Shield matches in the early part of the summer as the allrounder wants to be back in Australia's Test set up for Sri Lanka tour in January and February next year. According to ESPNcricinfo, the 36-year-old cricketer is in England with Australia's ODI team and has not played any Sheffield Shield match for Victoria since February 2023 and has played two first-class matches in the last five years due to his white-ball duties and his leg injury.

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Called "Gods Of Cricket" Ahead Of 2nd India vs Bangladesh Test

Akash Deep, the latest addition to India's ever-growing pace battery, on Wednesday credited skipper Rohit Sharma for his seamless transition from domestic to international cricket and said the exceptional work ethics of the legends in the team inspire him to push himself even harder. The 27-year-old made his Test debut against England in Ranchi early this year and made an impression with a three-wicket haul. "When I came here, I witnessed a different level of dedication and hard work from the players who are legends of the game, and considered the gods of cricket like Rohit, Virat bhai," Akash said ahead of the second Test against Bangladesh.

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"Not The Best...": MS Dhoni vs Rishabh Pant Debate Gets A New "Hero Factor" Angle

Virat Kohli Dismissed By Jasprit Bumrah '4 Times In 15 Balls'. Pacer Says "You Are..."

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Live Score 2nd Test Day 1

Raheem Sterling Nets First Arsenal Goal In League Cup Romp, Liverpool Beat West Ham

"Maza Toh Aaya": India Star On Infamous Incident Of MS Dhoni Losing His Cool During IPL 2019

"Mohalla Team Better Than Pakistan": Spin Great Tears Into Babar Azam And Co, Asks Them To Learn From India

Glenn Maxwell Set To Return In Sheffield Shield, Confirms Will Sutherland

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Called "Gods Of Cricket" Ahead Of 2nd India vs Bangladesh Test