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"Was Afraid Of Facing" S Sreesanth: Gautam Gambhir In 'Wrong Answers Only' Session

The huge controversy erupted last week during a Legends League Cricket (LLC) match as former India teammates S Sreesanth and Gautam Gambhir went head-to-head against each other. In a series of videos and social media posts, the former India pacer claimed that Gambhir called himself a 'fixer' during the match. On the other hand, the former opening batter has given no reaction, amid some serious allegations by Sreesanth. However, he has now taken a subtle dig at Sreesanth.

Rohit Sharma vs Hardik Pandya: Explaining T20 World Cup Captaincy Dilemma

The future of India's veteran batter Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are up in the air, with there being little clarity over the duo continuing to play T20I cricket for India. Though reports have surfaced, suggesting Rohit will lead India in the T20 World Cup next year. But, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) refused to give clarity on the matter, suggesting no decision has been taken yet. As for Hardik Pandya, who has been leading the Indian team in T20Is since the conclusion of the 2022 T20 World Cup, fitness remains the biggest roadblock in his pursuit of full-time captaincy in the shortest format. Hardik got injured in the ODI World Cup and isn't expected to regain full fitness anytime soon.

Right Call To Hand Rahul Dravid Coaching Extension? Zaheer Khan's Honest Response

Indian cricket team is at crossroads, well sort of. After the runners-up finish at the ODI Cricket World Cup 2023, the next big assignment for the Indian cricket team is the T20 World Cup 2024. There is increasing curiosity on whether it is time for Indian cricket to infuse fresh blood in the white-ball formats. Indian cricket team head coach Rahul Dravid also ended his first tenure with the side. While there was much speculation on whether a new person would be given the reins of the team, it is now confirmed that Rahul Dravid has been given an extension as the head coach of the Indian cricket team.

"Virat Kohli Will Play Major Role": South Africa Great Praises India Star Ahead Of Test Series

Team India's ongoing all-format tour against South Africa started on a disappointing note as the first T20I got washed out due to rain in Durban on Sunday. The second T20I will be played on Tuesday in Gqeberha and the young guns of India, led by star batter Suryakumar Yadav will aim for a perfect outing. Post the T20Is and the three-match ODI series, both the teams will be squaring off in a two-match Test series, where skipper Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and pacer Jasprit Bumrah will be joining the squad.

Alcohol Out, Halal Food Items In As Australia Sets Up "Pakistan Bay" In Perth For 1st Test

As Pakistan gear up for a 3-match Test series against Australia, the hosts have taken a huge step to promote 'inclusivity' during the games. Ahead of the first Test which will be held in Perth, Cricket Australia has decided to create a 'Pakistan bay' just for the touring team's fans. With about 18,000 fans expected to be in attendance for the match in Perth, two zones have been reserved solely for Pakistan fans, in a bid to provide an atmosphere to the visiting team and its fans that they will truly cherish.

Watch: India's Adarsh Singh Takes Absolute Blinder In Slips, Leaves Pakistan U19 Batter Shocked

India got off to a fine start with the ball in the Under-19 Asia Cup 2023 match against Pakistan, with Murugan Abhishek dismissing Shamyl Hussain for a score of 8 runs in the 5th over. India did stutter with the bat but managed to post a defendable total of 259 runs with the bat. While the batters didn't manage to put a better total on the board, the onus was on the bowlers to strike early. Abhishek did just that, but following a big helping hand from Adarsh Singh in the slips.

Why Wouldn't Australia Pick Glenn Maxwell? Asks Ex Aussie Star On Test Squad vs Pakistan

A very important Test series will start this week when Pakistan takes on Australia in an away series. It's a new look Pakistan, under the leadership of new captain, Shan Masood. Australia, after the ODI Cricket World Cup-winning campaign, will expect a great series at home. Glenn Maxwell was an important member of that side. Maxwell is currently back home in Australia, preparing himself for another domestic Big Bash League campaign, while many of his World Cup-winning teammates are gearing up for the start of a hectic Test summer that includes a three-match series against World Test Championship pacesetters Pakistan and two contests against the West Indies.

Australia vs Pakistan, Three-Match Test Series: Full Schedule, Venues And Squads

Pakistan's tour of Australia will kick-start on December 14 in Perth. Both the teams will be squaring off against each in a three-match Test series with batter Shan Masood leading the visitors. Pakistan's team went under a revamp after their debacle in the recently concluded ODI World Cup in India, where they finished fifth. Skipper Babar Azam stepped down as the captain across all three formats and the entire coaching staff was also changed. However, the 1992 World Cup champions will now aim for redemption in the upcoming Tests against Australia.

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"Was Afraid Of Facing" S Sreesanth: Gautam Gambhir In 'Wrong Answers Only' Session

Rohit Sharma vs Hardik Pandya: Explaining T20 World Cup Captaincy Dilemma

Right Call To Hand Rahul Dravid Coaching Extension? Zaheer Khan's Honest Response

"Virat Kohli Will Play Major Role": South Africa Great Praises India Star Ahead Of Test Series

Alcohol Out, Halal Food Items In As Australia Sets Up "Pakistan Bay" In Perth For 1st Test

Watch: India's Adarsh Singh Takes Absolute Blinder In Slips, Leaves Pakistan U19 Batter Shocked

Why Wouldn't Australia Pick Glenn Maxwell? Asks Ex Aussie Star On Test Squad vs Pakistan

Australia vs Pakistan, Three-Match Test Series: Full Schedule, Venues And Squads