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Watch: Fit-Again KL Rahul Plays Big Shots In Nets Ahead Of Asia Cup 2023

Star batter KL Rahul is getting prepared for his India comeback. He has resumed his training in full throttle after recovering from a knee operation. Rahul is currently on the sidelines with a thigh injury that he sustained while playing for the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in this year's Indian Premier League (IPL 2023). After a successful operation in England in May, he reported to the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru to begin his recovery. The recent video posted by Rahul on his Instagram account has hinted that he has become fully fit and he is all set for his India return.

Watch: In 500th International Match, Virat Kohli Mesmerises Fans With Trademark Cover Drive

One of the greatest batters of all time and arguably the finest of his era, Virat Kohli is a name that needs no introduction. As the lynchpin of the Indian batting unit entered his 500th international match -- in the second Test between India and West Indies -- a strong buzz emerged on social media among fans and former cricketers. The illustrious milestone, achieved by only a handful of players in world cricket, saw Kohli remain unbeaten on 87 at the end of the first day's play. During the course of his stay on Day 1, Virat his some sumptuous shots, but nothing topped his trademark cover drive.

Watch: "Obsessed With My Milestones?", Virat Kohli Engages In Intriguing Chat With Windies Star

Even on the cricket field, Virat Kohli reamins surrounded by fans. While a number of Indian cricketers idolise the iconic batter, even the opponent team's players respect what Kohli has done in international cricket over the years. As India took on West Indies in the second Test of the series, Kohli had an intriguing chat with the hosts' wicket-keeper batter about his 'milestones'. The conversation unfolded in a manner that suggested that even De Silva, the opponent team's wicket-keeper, wants the India stalwart to reach the triple-digit score.

Watch: Lasith Malinga 2.0 In The Making? Sri Lanka Great's Son Bowls With Similar Action

At first look, the similarity is uncanny. When Duvin Malinga started bowling in the Mumbai Indians New York nets on the sidelines of the Major League Cricket, it was clear that he shared more than just the surname with his illustrious father, Lasith, who wowed the world with a slinging action. One which made him one of the most lethal fast bowlers to come out of his country. His son Duvin has now shown a similar action. In a video posted by Mumbai Indians on their Instagram account, Malinga can be seen overseeing his son's progress. He had a suggestion too. "Natural action. He needs to bowl straight and fast. If he beats that, he can learn the skills," Malinga said.

Kohli puts India on top on first day of second West Indies Test

Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja combined in an unbroken century partnership for India to regain the ascendancy over West Indies at 288 for four at stumps on Thursday, the opening day of the second and final Test.

Watch: "Stealing Doubles Since...", Stump Mic Catches Virat Kohli's Alpha Moment

There's no messing with Virat Kohli. The Indian cricket icon isn't someone who takes taunts and barbs lightly from the opposition. On the tour of West Indies, Kohli didn't just decimate the hosts' bowlers with his exquisite boundary-hitting technique but also frustrated them by running quick doubles between the wickets. In what seemed like an effort from a Windies player to unnerve him, Kohli's alpha avatar peaked as he responded saying, "I have been stealing doubles since 2012". The comments were caught on stump-mic.

'Shaheen Afridi Is A Top-10 Batter': Pakistan Cricket Board Chief Zaka Ashraf Commits Comical Error At Asia Cup Event

The Asia Cup 2023 schedule was announced on Wednesday. Asian Cricket Council (ACC) head Jay Shah, who is also the BCCI secretary, was the first to announce the schedule. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), co-hosts of the continental event, also organised an unveiling ceremony to announce the schedule with its head Zaka Ashraf present on the occasion along with former Pakistan players. There, Ashraf inadvertently committed a comical blunder. When talking about the potential of Pakistan in ODIs, he mistakenly called fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi, a top 10 batter.

Virat Kohli Enters 'Elite Top 5' In International Cricket, Leaves Behind South Africa Legend

Star India batter Virat Kohli on Friday surpassed South Africa's Jacques Kallis to become the fifth-highest run-scorer in international cricket history. Kohli achieved this upward movement in the batting charts during India's second Test against West Indies at Port of Spain. On the first day of the match, which is also his 500th international game, Virat ended unbeaten on 87 in 161 balls. His knocks included eight boundaries. The second day of the match could see Virat smashing his 76th international century and delivering the 'Kohli Special' fans have been waiting for.

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Watch: Fit-Again KL Rahul Plays Big Shots In Nets Ahead Of Asia Cup 2023

Watch: In 500th International Match, Virat Kohli Mesmerises Fans With Trademark Cover Drive

Watch: "Obsessed With My Milestones?", Virat Kohli Engages In Intriguing Chat With Windies Star

Watch: Lasith Malinga 2.0 In The Making? Sri Lanka Great's Son Bowls With Similar Action

Kohli puts India on top on first day of second West Indies Test

Watch: "Stealing Doubles Since...", Stump Mic Catches Virat Kohli's Alpha Moment

'Shaheen Afridi Is A Top-10 Batter': Pakistan Cricket Board Chief Zaka Ashraf Commits Comical Error At Asia Cup Event

Virat Kohli Enters 'Elite Top 5' In International Cricket, Leaves Behind South Africa Legend