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"...A Lot Of Stuff Off The Field": Virat Kohli Pours His Heart Out As India Chase WTC Tittle

One of the greatest cricketers of all time, Virat Kohli truly seems to have entered a 'purple patch' in his career after a slump that lasted for more than two years. As the Indian cricket team looks to clinch the ICC World Test Championship final, Kohli poured his heart out, highlighting how tricky things were for him over the last couple of years. The off-field controversies surely had a role to play in the iconic batter's on-field struggles. But now, Virat is happy to be back to his best.

"Cheat, Cheat, Cheat": Australian Cricketers Booed After Shubman Gill's Dismissal In WTC Final

The Oval Indian supporters, on Saturday, resorted to booing the Australian team, primarily Cameron Green after the giant all-rounder's diving catch to dismiss opener Shubman Gill looked inconclusive to the naked eye. At the stroke of tea, Scott Boland got one to bounce little extra from length and it flew from ball the shoulder of Gill's blade only to be scooped up inches off the ground by a diving Green, stationed at gully. Gill scored 18 in an opening stand of 41 and was looking in good rhythm. As tea was called, a dejected Indian skipper Rohit Sharma was seen having a chat with on-field umpires while trudging back to pavilion.

'Hybrid' Asia Cup Model Likely To Be Approved, Pakistan Set To Travel To India For World Cup: Report

The Asian Cricket Council, headed by BCCI secretary Jay Shah, is expected to approve PCB's proposed 'hybrid model' for conducting four non-India Asia Cup games in Pakistan while the rest of the matches will be played in Sri Lanka's Galle and Pallekele. The ACC is likely to make a formal announcement on Tuesday and once the hybrid model is officially accepted, decks will be cleared for Pakistan team's travel to India for the ODI World Cup scheduled in October-November. Now, Pakistan will have no problems playing in Ahmedabad.

India vs Australia WTC Final, The Oval Weather: What Happens If Rain Plays Spoilsport On Day 5?

The ICC World Test Championship final is heading for a thrilling finish, with the Indian team needing 280 runs to beat Australia and clinch the title for the first time in history. However, the Aussies remain in the driving seat, having given India a 'record' target of 444 runs. However, it doesn't look like the title will be decided only through the battle between the bat and the ball. As far as the weather is concerned at the Oval in London, rain and thunderstorms are expected to disrupt the proceedings.

"Worries, Fears, Doubts...": Virat Kohli Speaks His Mind Ahead Of WTC Final Day 5

The moment of reckoning has come for the Indian team, with Rohit Sharma's men needing 280 runs to beat Australia on the 5th day of the ICC World Test Championship final. In the middle are two veterans -- Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane -- who have won the team numerous battles in Tests over the years. As the subcontinent giants prepare for the final day's action at the Oval in London, Kohli shared a cryptic story on Instagram, giving fans a glimpse into his mindset.

WTC Final: Virender Sehwag, Wasim Jaffer Mock Third Umpire On Shubman Gill's Dismissal

Shubman Gill's dismissal has sparked controversy and former cricketers Virender Sehwag and Wasim Jaffer didn't miss out on the opportunity to take a dig at the third umpire Richard Kettleborough's decision. Gill lost his wicket after Cameron Green took a diving catch which turned out to be quite controversial as the ball appeared to have touched the ground. Due to inconclusive evidence the matter went straight to the third umpire and after inspection, he decided to dismiss Gill who was visibly upset.

After Cryptic Tweet, Shubman Gill's Reaction To Controversial Catch Oozes Sarcasm

Shubman Gill isn't a happy man at the moment, and there's no denying that. A controversial catch by Cameron Green sent the Indian opening batter back to the hut. Since then, the cricketing fraternity hasn't stopped talking about the dismissal. As fans remain furious over the nature of Gill's dismissal, the star batter himself has been active on social media, taking digs at the umpire's decision. After posting a cryptic tweet, Gill shared an Instagram story about his dismissal, setting the internet on fire.

"I Thought It Was...": Cameron Green Breaks Silence On Shubman Gill Catch

Australia all-rounder Cameron Green is sure that he held on to the catch that ended India opener Shubman Gill's innings during a pivotal moment of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final at The Oval on Saturday. On the fourth day of a gripping match at The Oval, Gill was declared out by TV umpire Richard Kettleborough at the stroke of tea after India got a strong start in their run chase, with 444 needed to win. Pacer Scott Boland found the edge of India opener's bat and Cameron Green dove to his left in his preferred gully position to complete the catch, but the debate has opened up in the cricket world on whether the Australia all-rounder was successful in getting his hands under the ball and controlling it.

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"...A Lot Of Stuff Off The Field": Virat Kohli Pours His Heart Out As India Chase WTC Tittle

"Cheat, Cheat, Cheat": Australian Cricketers Booed After Shubman Gill's Dismissal In WTC Final

'Hybrid' Asia Cup Model Likely To Be Approved, Pakistan Set To Travel To India For World Cup: Report

India vs Australia WTC Final, The Oval Weather: What Happens If Rain Plays Spoilsport On Day 5?

"Worries, Fears, Doubts...": Virat Kohli Speaks His Mind Ahead Of WTC Final Day 5

WTC Final: Virender Sehwag, Wasim Jaffer Mock Third Umpire On Shubman Gill's Dismissal

After Cryptic Tweet, Shubman Gill's Reaction To Controversial Catch Oozes Sarcasm

"I Thought It Was...": Cameron Green Breaks Silence On Shubman Gill Catch