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"At 2:30 In The Night, Rohit Sharma Texted Me And Asked...": Piyush Chawla Reveals Unheard Tale

Out-of-favour India cricketer Piyush Chawla has revealed an unheard tale of his and Rohit Sharma. Chawla, who last played for India in December 2012, has shared the dressing room with Rohit in international cricket and Indian Premier League as well. Chawla was also part of the 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup-winning Indian team that also had Rohit in it. In the year 2023, Chawla played for Mumbai Indians under Rohit's captaincy. In a recent interview, Chawla revealed how Rohit stays active as captain even off the ground.

"Demoralised A Young Player": Moin Khan Slams Pakistan Legend For Azam Khan's Axing

Former Pakistan captain Moin Khan has heavily criticized legendary skipper Ramiz Raja for the way his son Azam Khan was treated. Wicketkeeper-batter Azam's career has been maligned by body-shaming outside the cricketing arena, while he himself has faced difficulties in keeping his spot in the team due to his poor performances. In 14 T20I matches since making his debut in July 2021, Azam has scored only 88 runs at an average of 8.80. His best score is 30 not out.

Ibrahim Zadran Ruled Out, Rashid Khan Returns To Afghanistan Squad For ODI Series Against South Africa

Afghanistan's ace leg-spinner Rashid Khan is set to return to the ODI format for the first time since the conclusion of last year's ODI World Cup in India. Rashid has been named in Afghanistan's 17-member squad for their upcoming three-match ODI series against South Africa, beginning on September 18 in the UAE. Rashid was a notable absentee in Afghanistan's squad for the one-off Test against New Zealand in Greater Noida. After last year's World Cup, Rashid had undergone back surgery. He was out of action and missed Afghanistan's series against UAE, India and Sri Lanka, and ODIs against Ireland.

"Atmosphere Gets Created Against Him": Ex-India Star On KL Rahul's Struggles

Star India batter KL Rahul earned a recall to the side for the upcoming first Test against Bangladesh, starting September 19. The veteran batter, who last played a Test earlier this year on home conditions against England, is likely to reclaim his place from domestic stalwart Sarfaraz Khan, despite the latter impressing on his first-ever India call-up. For the unversed, Rahul only lost his place to Sarfaraz due to an injury. While analysing the squad, former India batter Aakash Chopra suggested that Rahul will have a point to prove.

Australia Stalwart Faces Potential Ban, Charged With Umpire Dissent

An unprecedented suspension might be coming the way of Australia cricketer Marnus Labuschagne, after he was involved in a heated altercation with an umpire in a T20 game in Australia on Wednesday. The 30-year-old batter, playing in the T20 Max tournament, lost his cool and was visibly frustrated at a decision made by the umpire during the game. His aggressive behaviour towards the umpire led to him being charged with umpire dissent after the game, but he could end up having to serve a ban.

Watch: Michael Vaughan's Son Archie Takes 6-For In County Match. Internet Reacts

Michael Vaughan's son Archie completed a six-wicket haul in a County Championship Division One match for Somerset against Surrey. His victims included Rory Burns, Ben Foakes among others. Vaughan is a former England cricket team captain. This was Archie's second County match. The effort was lauded by all on social media. Archie is among the top young prospects in England and was recently named for an U-19 series also.

Watch: Arshdeep Singh vs Riyan Parag In Duleep Trophy, Fiery Send-Off Is Viral

Arshdeep Singh And Riyan Parag are two rising prospects of Indian cricket. While fast bowler Arshdeep Singh has been a regular in Indian T20I team for a while now, Riyan Parag made his debut with the Zimbabwe Tour in July while he also featured in the Sri Lanka Tour. The two are expected to become mainstays of the team in the coming day. The two came face to face in a Duleep Trophy match on Thursday. While Riyan Parag was playing for India A, Arshdeep Singh starred for India D.

'Disappointed, Absurd': BCCI Faces Flak From Fans After No Telecast Of Ishan Kishan's Duleep Trophy Century Match

The second round of the Duleep Trophy 2024 got underway on Thursday in Anantpur, with India A and India B taking on India C and India D, respectively. Last week, India B thumped India A in Bengaluru, while India C edged out India D in Anantpur. Majority of the players, who were selected for the 1st Test against Bangladesh, including Rishabh Pant, K L Rahul and Shubman Gill, were rested for the second round of Duleep Trophy. Initially, BCCI's release announcing the teams for the second round of the Duleep Trophy matches, did not have the wicketkeeper-batter's name.

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"At 2:30 In The Night, Rohit Sharma Texted Me And Asked...": Piyush Chawla Reveals Unheard Tale

"Demoralised A Young Player": Moin Khan Slams Pakistan Legend For Azam Khan's Axing

Ibrahim Zadran Ruled Out, Rashid Khan Returns To Afghanistan Squad For ODI Series Against South Africa

"Atmosphere Gets Created Against Him": Ex-India Star On KL Rahul's Struggles

Australia Stalwart Faces Potential Ban, Charged With Umpire Dissent

Watch: Michael Vaughan's Son Archie Takes 6-For In County Match. Internet Reacts

Watch: Arshdeep Singh vs Riyan Parag In Duleep Trophy, Fiery Send-Off Is Viral

'Disappointed, Absurd': BCCI Faces Flak From Fans After No Telecast Of Ishan Kishan's Duleep Trophy Century Match