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South Africa's Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje Rock England On Day 1 Of First Test

South Africa quicks Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje did the damage as England slumped to 116-6 before heavy rain forced an early end to the opening day of the first Test at Lord's on Wednesday. Rabada, passed fit following an ankle injury, removed openers Alex Lees and Zak Crawley early on during a return of 2-36 in 12 overs. And Nortje, one of eight South Africans playing their first Test in England, grabbed three wickets, including the scalp of home captain Ben Stokes. Only Ollie Pope, with an unbeaten 61, offered prolonged resistance before rain arrived half an hour after lunch, turning into a downpour that left the outfield saturated.

Rohit Sharma is a bit laid-back captain, says Sourav Ganguly

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly on Wednesday termed Rohit Sharma a "laid-back captain" and said the Mumbaikar should be given some time to produce results. Amid workload management, COVID and injury concerns, India has seen as many as seven captains leading the team at various stages since the 35-year-old Rohit took over from Virat Kohli as full-time skipper across formats.

"Not Someone Who's Into Your Face": Sourav Ganguly On Rohit Sharma's Captaincy

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly on Wednesday termed Rohit Sharma as a bit "laid-back" and said the Mumbaikar should be given some time to produce results. Amid workload management, COVID and injury concerns, India has seen as many as seven captains leading the team at various stages since the 35-year-old Rohit took over from Virat Kohli as full-time skipper across formats. Ganguly was impressed by Rohit, who has won a record five Indian Premier League (IPL) titles for Mumbai Indians, and said he should be given a longer rope before being compared with the likes of the great MS Dhoni and Kohli.

"Gave A Befitting Reply To Shoaib Akhtar": Virender Sehwag On Sachin Tendulkar's 2003 WC Knock

The upcoming Asia Cup will give cricket fans another opportunity to witness the high-voltage clash between India and Pakistan. The match between the arch-rivals has always been a centre of attraction for the fans all over the world. Reminiscing his days with the Indian team, former batter Virender Sehwag termed the 2003 World Cup clash in Centurion, as one of the greatest matches against Pakistan, where Sachin Tendulkar led India's charge in a big chase with an amazing knock of 98 runs.

Team Hasn't Forgotten What I Have Done For Two Years: KL Rahul On Making A Comeback

Injuries haven't been kind to KL Rahul but as he got ready to lead India in one more series, he couldn't thank the team management enough for remembering his contribution in last two years while he was out for last two months. "You might be out for two months but they haven't forgotten what you have done for the team and the country in last two-three years. Players actually thrive in such environment," the Indian captain said on the eve of the first ODI against Zimbabwe. He feels that the Indian team management has been able to create an environment which can bridge the gap during the transformation from a good to great player.

Virat Kohli's Weightlifting Skills Could Leave CWG Medallists Proud. Watch

India ended the Commonwealth Games with 22 gold medals and some of those yellow metals were won in the sport of weightlifting. The sport gave India 10 medals in total of all three colours and the contingent was the most successful in terms of number of medals won.

Ireland vs Afghanistan, 5th T20I, Live Score Updates: Ireland Win Toss And Opt To Field

Ireland vs Afghanistan, 5th T20I Live: Ireland and Afghanistan are squaring off against each other in the fifth and final T20I of the five-match series at Civil Service Cricket Club, Belfast on Wednesday. The series is currently at a 2-2 draw and the fifth T20I will act as the deciding match. Ireland skipper Andrew Balbirnie won the toss and opted to field. On the other hand, the Mohammad Nabi-led side will be looking forward to claim victory on foreign soil. (Live Scorecard)

Vinod Kambli in dire need of work, says completely dependent on BCCI's pension

The 50-year-old Kambli, who last coached a team during the 2019 T20 Mumbai League, has been hit by the post-Covid world. He is just dependent on Rs 30,000 from the BCCI, which takes care of his family. He also used to guide young cricketers at the Tendulkar Middlesex Global Academy in Nerul.

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South Africa's Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje Rock England On Day 1 Of First Test

Rohit Sharma is a bit laid-back captain, says Sourav Ganguly

"Not Someone Who's Into Your Face": Sourav Ganguly On Rohit Sharma's Captaincy

"Gave A Befitting Reply To Shoaib Akhtar": Virender Sehwag On Sachin Tendulkar's 2003 WC Knock

Team Hasn't Forgotten What I Have Done For Two Years: KL Rahul On Making A Comeback

Virat Kohli's Weightlifting Skills Could Leave CWG Medallists Proud. Watch

Ireland vs Afghanistan, 5th T20I, Live Score Updates: Ireland Win Toss And Opt To Field

Vinod Kambli in dire need of work, says completely dependent on BCCI's pension