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"Sarfaraz Khan Didn't Get Opportunity At Right Time": India Great's Blockbuster Take On Rookie Star

Former India selector Dilip Vengsarkar has questioned the management over their use of rookie players, especially Sarfaraz Khan. Vengsarkar said while the management didn't give the opportunity to Sarfaraz at the right time, the batter can still deliver for the team. Sarfaraz was called up by the Indian team to replace the injured KL Rahul in the squad for the second Test against England. While India handed a debut to Madhya Pradesh batter Rajat Patidar, Sarfaraz was once again left out of the picture.

India Squad For Last 3 Tests vs England Live: BCCI Tightlipped On Virat Kohli's Availability; Star Batter Doubtful For Rajkot Test

India vs England Test Squad Announcement Live Updates: As per a latest update, Indian cricket team batter Shreyas Iyer could miss the Rajkot Test match against England. Iyer reportedly complained of stiffness in his back and pain in his groin area while batting. Meanwhile, the selectors seem to be in no rush to announce the squad as they are reportedly waiting for the final fitness reports of KL Rahul and all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja. Virat Kohli's participation remains a doubt while Jasprit Bumrah is likely to play, despite reports suggesting that he might be rested.

Watch: Ben Stokes' Reaction After Losing His Wicket On Jasprit Bumrah's Jaffa Goes Viral

Jasprit Bumrah breathed fire against England on Day 2 of the ongoing second Test by returning figures of 6 for 45 in 15.5 overs. He got Joe Root caught at slip for five with his reverse swing and then brought the house down when he bowled first-Test hero Ollie Pope for 23 with a trademark yorker. Bumrah then removed Jonny Bairstow to claim his third wicket. Stokes attempted to stop the rot in his attacking stay at the wicket but he too failed to find a solution against Bumrah. The right-arm pacer bowled Stokes for his 150th Test wicket with a delivery that seamed back in to the left-hand batsman and stayed low to rattle the stumps.

"India Have Not Been...": England Great's Criticism Of 'Virat Kohli-Less' Hosts

Former England captain Nasser Hussain said that India has not been as ruthless with the bat in the absence of star Indian batter Virat Kohli during the first two Tests against England at home. India has drawn level the five-match series 1-1 and Virat missed the first two Tests due to personal reasons. The batter is set to miss the third and fourth Test matches against England in Rajkot and Ranchi as well, according to a report from ESPNcricinfo. The former India skipper also is doubtful for the final match of the series against England in Dharamshala, the report said.

Brendon McCullum's Blunt Response When Asked About Strategy To Tackle Jasprit Bumrah Threat

England were at the receiving end of Jasprit Bumrah's sensational spell in the second Test but head coach Brendon McCullum expects his players to work out a way to tackle the immense threat posed by the star Indian pacer. Bumrah ran through the England batting line-up, known for their ultra-aggressive Bazball approach, returning figures of 6/45 to help dismiss the tourists for 253 in their first innings and set up India's series-levelling win in Visakhapatnam. McCullum, also known for his aggressive batting during his playing days, was non committal when asked how England plan to deal with Bumrah in the remaining three Tests, simply saying that his team does not believe in theories.

"Sad And Disappointed I Am Not In Test Team": Veteran India Star Pours His Heart Out

India batter Hanuma Vihari is eying a Test comeback by capping off the Ranji Trophy season on a strong note. Vihari's rich vein of form has contributed to Andhra Pradesh's run in the Elite Group B. Andhra currently sits in second spot with three wins in five games. The 30-year-old batter has helped his team, scoring 365 runs in seven innings, and sits behind only skipper Ricky Bhui's tally of 550 runs for the team. His recent scores have allowed him to keep his average in domestic cricket above 50.

"The Wicket Is Not...": Jasprit Bumrah Silences 'Pitch Demons' Talks In Press Conference

Star India bowler Jasprit Bumrah spoke about the pitch after demolishing the England batters with his strong bowling on day two of the second Test of the five-match series played at ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium here on Saturday. The experienced seamer grabbed six wickets in his spell of 15.5 overs in which he conceded 45 runs. He took the wickets of prominent England batters including Joe Root, Ollie Pope, Johnny Bairstow and Ben Stokes.

"Time Is Running Out": Ex-India Star's Brutal Warning To Misfiring Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer

Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra was critical of batters Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer's recent performances, saying that time is running out for them and both have one more knock left before things takes turn for worse for the young batting duo. India is taking on England in the second Test at Visakhapatnam. Both Gill and Iyer failed to make an impact once again, throwing away their wickets after decent starts for 34 and 27 runs respectively. This continues their recent poor run of form in Test cricket.

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"Sarfaraz Khan Didn't Get Opportunity At Right Time": India Great's Blockbuster Take On Rookie Star

India Squad For Last 3 Tests vs England Live: BCCI Tightlipped On Virat Kohli's Availability; Star Batter Doubtful For Rajkot Test

Watch: Ben Stokes' Reaction After Losing His Wicket On Jasprit Bumrah's Jaffa Goes Viral

"India Have Not Been...": England Great's Criticism Of 'Virat Kohli-Less' Hosts

Brendon McCullum's Blunt Response When Asked About Strategy To Tackle Jasprit Bumrah Threat

"Sad And Disappointed I Am Not In Test Team": Veteran India Star Pours His Heart Out

"The Wicket Is Not...": Jasprit Bumrah Silences 'Pitch Demons' Talks In Press Conference

"Time Is Running Out": Ex-India Star's Brutal Warning To Misfiring Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer