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Watch: Virat Kohli Turns Cameraman For Chris Gayle, AB de Villiers At RCB Event

Royal Challengers Bangalore treated their fans with a special moment on Sunday as they conducted the RCB Unbox event at the Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru. The motive behind the event was to induct their former stars AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle into the RCB Hall of Fame. Apart from this, the franchise also unveiled its jersey for the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League. Amid all the action, one thing which became the major highlight of the night was when the golden trio of Virat Kohli, De Villiers, and Gayle, marched across the Chinnaswamy stadium together, donning the RCB colours.

Watch: After Injuring Najibullah Zadran With Bouncer, Ihsanullah's Heartwarming Post-Match Gesture

Pakistan registered a comfortable 66-run victory over Afghanistan in the third and final T20I of the three-match series on Monday, at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Despite ending up on the losing side, it was a moment to celebrate for Afghanistan as the Rashid Khan-led team bagged the series 2-1. Notably, in September 2022, both teams got into an ugly brawl on the same ground during their Asia Cup clash, which eventually led to a riot-like situation in the crowd in Sharjah. However, the fans got to witness a heartfelt moment on Monday as players of both teams exchanged warm hugs and handshakes and greeted each other with love after the match.

Australia Legend Reacts To Media's 'Ridiculous' Take On Indore Pitch Rating Change

The International Cricket Council (ICC) decided to change the pitch rating for the third Test between India and Australia in Indore. After the match referee gave the Holkar Stadium pitch a 'poor' rating, the Board of Contol for Cricket in India (BCCI) decided to lodge an appeal. In what can be called a successful outcome from the appeal, the rating was revised from 'poor' to 'below average'. However, the ICC's decision hasn't gone down well with a section of Australian media.

England skipper Stokes set to start IPL as batsman only - Hussey

England Test captain Ben Stokes is set to begin the Indian Premier League (IPL) as a batsman only after having a cortisone injection in his troublesome left knee ahead of the Ashes, according to Mike Hussey.

In Viral Video, Simon Doull, Aamer Sohail Clash Over Babar Azam's Strike-Rate On-Air

Pakistan captain Babr Azam isn't a part of the ongoing T20I series against Afghanistan, yet he has been the subject of raging topics in the commentary box. During the second T20I between Afghanistan and Pakistan on Sunday, Babar's 'strike-rate' was brought up in the commentary box again, leading to an intense discussion between Simon Doull and Aamer Sohail. The two former cricketers didn't budge from voicing their opinions while commentating on the match. While Doull said he preferred strike-rates, Sohail went for averages.

"Cocky And Arrogant": AB de Villiers' Brutally Honest Take On His First Impression Of Virat Kohli

A misunderstood character, at least for the initial part of his career, Virat Kohli turned things around in his career in a way that not many could even imagine. The batter emerged as one of the finest the game has ever seen. But, during his early days as a cricketer, be it in international cricket or the Indian Premier League, many saw Kohli as an 'arrogant' person. AB de Villiers, in a chat with Chris Gayle ahead of the start of the IPL 2023 season, admitted that even he thought Kohli seemed 'arrogant and cocky' when he first met him.

Watch: Fuming Batter Throws Bat Away After Being Run-out At Non-Striker's End

No matter how many times the International Cricket Council and the Marylebone Cricket Club labelled the 'non-striker run-out' as a legal form of dismissal, some still remain against it. In a domestic match in Australia, a non-striker became the victim of bowlers' awareness but what happened later was truly unexpected. In a match between Claremont and New Norfolk, the batter Jarrod Kaye was run-out at the non-striker's end as he left his crease before the bowler was to deliver the ball.

WATCH | Steve Smith keeps fans guessing on IPL return with 'awkward' video

Australia's Steve Smith has announced his return to the Indian Premier League, although his curious video statement left it unclear whether he would play or just commentate.

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Watch: Virat Kohli Turns Cameraman For Chris Gayle, AB de Villiers At RCB Event

Watch: After Injuring Najibullah Zadran With Bouncer, Ihsanullah's Heartwarming Post-Match Gesture

Australia Legend Reacts To Media's 'Ridiculous' Take On Indore Pitch Rating Change

England skipper Stokes set to start IPL as batsman only - Hussey

In Viral Video, Simon Doull, Aamer Sohail Clash Over Babar Azam's Strike-Rate On-Air

"Cocky And Arrogant": AB de Villiers' Brutally Honest Take On His First Impression Of Virat Kohli

Watch: Fuming Batter Throws Bat Away After Being Run-out At Non-Striker's End

WATCH | Steve Smith keeps fans guessing on IPL return with 'awkward' video