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"No One Would've Guessed That": Virat Kohli Sums Up Unique Journey With Rahul Dravid

For only the second time in their history, Team India will be playing a Test match at Windsor Park in Dominica as hosts West Indies come calling for the first Test of a two-match series, starting later on Wednesday. In 2011, the venue hosts hosted a Test between West Indies and India for the first time. Now, the two teams square off once again 12 years later, with the last meeting ending in a stalemate. Speaking of the current Indian team, only star batter Virat Kohli is the lone survivor from the side which toured the Caribbean in 2011.

Paddy McGuinness gets the same comment as he becomes Ginger Spice in snap from show that 'never aired'

Paddy McGuinness has been sent the same message by fans as he was seen channelling Ginger Spice. The Top Gear host put in an impressive display as he slipped into Geri Horner [nee Halliwell's] famous Union Jack dress.

Mayank Agarwal Eyes Heaps Of Runs, Stays Positive About India Return

From a team perspective it made sense when Rohit Sharma emphasised the need for India to have a left-hander in their top-order, while welcoming Yashasvi Jaiswal to the opener's slot for the Test series against West Indies. But the statement might just have come as a jolt to a few other aspiring openers. Mayank Agarwal is one of them. Now, the Karnataka right-hander will have to play the waiting game to make his return. Mayank last played for India against Sri Lanka in the Day-Night Test in March 2022 at Bengaluru. However, positivity has not ebbed out of the 32-year-old.

"Line Nahi Lagi Hui Hai...": Rohit Sharma's Sharp Response To Reporter Questioning India's Pace Attack

Team India captain Rohit Sharma expressed his frustation over injuries to frontline pacers, especially when the team is set to take part in the Asia Cup and the World Cup later this year. With premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah out of action due to long term injury, India endured a tough outing during the World Test Championship (WTC) final, losing to Australia last month. India take on West Indies in a two-match Test series, starting later on Wednesday in Dominica.

India vs West Indies, 1st Test: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

India's tour of West Indies begins with the first Test scheduled to kick-off on July 12 in Dominica. After losing the World Test Championship final against Australia last month, the Indian team begins a new cycle, with their first assignment against West Indies, a team that has been struggling to live up to its reputation for a long time. The Indian team will see some fresh faces on the tour, beginning with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ruturaj Gaikwad in the Test team. On the eve of the contest, India skipper Rohit Sharma had confirmed that Jaiswal set to open alongside him.

"Without Political Agenda Or Bias...": Rahul Dravid Opens Up On Tough Selection Calls

While critics will always find ways to raise questions, the job of a coach remains incredibly hard. When it comes to making selection calls, be it in the playing XI or for the squad as a whole, the coach often has to take difficult decisions and snub even those players he or she has been desperate to see succeed. India men's cricket team head coach Rahul Dravid opened up on such 'tough' selection calls, saying the best he can do for a player is be honest with them and make the decisions without any political agenda or bias.

IND vs WI 1st Test, Weather Forecast And Pitch Report: Rain Likely To Disrupt Proceedings?

Young opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal will make his India debut, as confirmed by captain Rohit Sharma, in the first Test against West Indies, starting later today in Dominica. The southpaw, who enjoyed a stellar season with the bat in the Indian Premier League (IPL) earlier this year, will open the batting with Rohit, with Shubman Gill to come in at no.3. Jaiswal will hope that he lives up to the hype and promise that he has shown in IPL, as well as the domestic circuit.

Jay Shah To Visit Pakistan For Asia Cup? BCCI Official Reacts To Rumours

There seem to be conflicting interests with regards to the Asia Cup schedule and venue within Pakistan. While the 'hybrid model' was already agreed upon by Najam Sethi, the former Pakistan Cricket Board Chief' and the Asian Cricket Council, the Sports Minister Of Pakistan doesn't seem to be on the same page as the nation's cricketing body. As varied reports over Pakistan's stance on India's decision to not visit the country Asia Cup and its impact on the forthcoming World Cup in India continue, a wayward rumour emerged suggesting BCCI secretary Jay Shah has agreed to travel to Pakistan.

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"No One Would've Guessed That": Virat Kohli Sums Up Unique Journey With Rahul Dravid

Paddy McGuinness gets the same comment as he becomes Ginger Spice in snap from show that 'never aired'

Mayank Agarwal Eyes Heaps Of Runs, Stays Positive About India Return

"Line Nahi Lagi Hui Hai...": Rohit Sharma's Sharp Response To Reporter Questioning India's Pace Attack

India vs West Indies, 1st Test: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

"Without Political Agenda Or Bias...": Rahul Dravid Opens Up On Tough Selection Calls

IND vs WI 1st Test, Weather Forecast And Pitch Report: Rain Likely To Disrupt Proceedings?

Jay Shah To Visit Pakistan For Asia Cup? BCCI Official Reacts To Rumours