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"Hindi Nahi Aati": Sarfaraz Khan Mocks Shoaib Bashir, England Star's Reply Is Viral. Watch

A lighthearted exchange between India batter Sarfaraz Khan and England spinner Shoaib Bashir has taken the internet by storm. The incident happened in the 103rd over of England's first innings when Bashir came out to bat, following Ollie Robinson's dismissal. As Bashir was taking his guard, Sarfaraz decided to have a go at him, questioning the England youngster about his Hindi language skills. While Sarfaraz was confident that Bashir doesn't understand Hindi, the England star caught him off guard with his response.

Pace Great Slams Ranchi Pitch As Rohit Sharma-led India Crumble vs England, Wonders Why Jasprit Bumrah Is Rested

The Indian cricket team got a rude shock on the second day of the fourth Test against England in Ranchi on Saturday. Their famed batting line-up was no match for England's bowling. After the visitors put up a 353, courtesy Joe Root's unbeaten 122, much was expected from the Indian batters. However, barring Yashasvi Jaiswal's 73 off 117 balls, none of the the batters including Rohit Sharma could score big. It raised a lot of question on the reason behind India's debacle.

"Curious Things": England Great Weighs In On Ranchi Pitch Debate After Joe Root Ton

Joe Root smashed an unbeaten century to help England post 353 in the first innings of their fourth Test against India in Ranchi. Root, who had come under severe criticism in the 3rd Test, led the charge with the bat, smashing an unbeaten 122 after the visitors opted to bat. England were reeling at 112/5 at one stage before Root led the recovery on Day 1, stitching crucial partnerships with Jonny Bairstow (38), Ben Foakes (47) and Ollie Robinson (58). Former England captain Michael Atherton spoke on how the visitors should approach the game on Day 2.

"Honestly, We Didn't Anticipate It": India's Bowling Coach Opens Up On Ranchi Pitch After Batting Failure

India bowling coach Paras Mhambrey on Friday said the pitch at the JSCA Sports Complex was not a rank turner but they did not expect to play so slow on the second day itself. The hosts were reeling at 219 for seven at the end of day two with England off-spinner Shoiab Bashir grabbed a brilliant 4/84 in his second Test. "Considering the nature of the games we've had previously here, the wicket tends to get slower as the day progresses," Mhambrey said after the second day's play.

"Briefly Crossed My Mind": Joe Root Wanted To Repeat "Stupidest Shot In English Test History". Here's Why He Didn't

Star with the bat in the fourth Test Joe Root believes that England has got themselves into a strong position after the end of Day 2 in Ranchi on Saturday. Root stayed unbeaten throughout England's first innings with a score of 122. After Root's classic Test knock, Shoaib Bashir introduced himself by steamrolling through young India's batting line-up.

Yashasvi Jaiswal Joins Sunil Gavaskar, Virat Kohli, Rahul Dravid In Elite Club With Another Impactful Innings vs England

India batter Yashasvi Jaiswal continues his red-hot form in Test cricket and with a six during the first innings of the fourth Test against England, the young opener has gone past many legends, including Yuvraj Singh, Mohammed Azharuddin, Rahul Dravid etc in terms of sixes hit in Test cricket. In the first innings, Jaiswal scored 73 in 117 balls, with eight fours and a six. His runs came at a strike rate of over 62.

"Got Confused": Ex-India Stars' Take On 'Spoilt For Choice' Rohit Sharma's Tactics In Ranchi Test

Former India cricketers RP Singh and Aakash Chopra opened up on captain Rohit Sharma's tactics during Day 1 of the ongoing 4th Test against England in Ranchi. RP Singh and Chopra felt that Rohit underbowled left-arm spinner Kuldeep Yadav on the opening day. Kuldeep bowled just 10 overs on Day 1, and had to wait until the 42nd over to get his chance. Despite failing to bag a wicket, Kuldeep was India's second most economical bowler at the JSCA Stadium after Ravindra Jadeja.

"India Are Missing Virat Kohli": Ex-India Star's Rant Amid Ranchi Test Is Viral

Cricketer-turned-commentator Sanjay Manjrekar feels India are missing the services of star batter Virat Kohli, amid the ongoing fourth Test against England in Ranchi. Kohli had initially pulled out of the squad for the first two Tests due to personal reasons, before also making himself unavailable for the remainder of the series. As England took control of the proceedings against India, Manjrekar felt that the hosts were missing the unmatched energy of Kohli on the outfield.

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"Hindi Nahi Aati": Sarfaraz Khan Mocks Shoaib Bashir, England Star's Reply Is Viral. Watch

Pace Great Slams Ranchi Pitch As Rohit Sharma-led India Crumble vs England, Wonders Why Jasprit Bumrah Is Rested

"Curious Things": England Great Weighs In On Ranchi Pitch Debate After Joe Root Ton

"Honestly, We Didn't Anticipate It": India's Bowling Coach Opens Up On Ranchi Pitch After Batting Failure

"Briefly Crossed My Mind": Joe Root Wanted To Repeat "Stupidest Shot In English Test History". Here's Why He Didn't

Yashasvi Jaiswal Joins Sunil Gavaskar, Virat Kohli, Rahul Dravid In Elite Club With Another Impactful Innings vs England

"Got Confused": Ex-India Stars' Take On 'Spoilt For Choice' Rohit Sharma's Tactics In Ranchi Test

"India Are Missing Virat Kohli": Ex-India Star's Rant Amid Ranchi Test Is Viral