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Not MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli Called Rohit Sharma A "Captain's Nightmare". R Ashwin Reveals Why

Indian cricket has been blessed with some of the finest players the world has seen. However, not many have been able to cement their place in the role of a 'finisher' like MS Dhoni and Yuvraj Singh. However, India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin revealed that in the end overs, it's not Dhoni who has been described as a 'captain's nightmare' by Virat Kohli. To the surprise of many the name that Kohli picked on being asked by Ashwin was that of the team's current captain Rohit Sharma.

"Sachin Tendulkar Was A Genius From Day One," Says Muttiah Muralitharan

Sri Lankan spin legend Muttiah Muralitharan has said that Sachin Tendulkar was a "genius from day one" and no cricketer can be like the Indian batting maestro. Muralitharan, who has the highest number of wickets in international cricket, told ANI in an interview that the upcoming biopic ‘800' is not only about his cricket but also about what happened beyond the game. The bowling legend talked about his cricketing duels with Sachin on the pitch and how he wished that the Indian batter got out quickly.

"Pretty Much Clear" That KL Rahul Will Keep Wickets In World Cup: India Great's Bold Remark

Former India batter Gautam Gambhir feels KL Rahul has cemented his place in the team as the first-choice wicketkeeper for this year's 50-over World Cup on home soil. Rahul, who was out of action since May due to a hamstring injury, returned to action during the Asia Cup Super 4 clash against Pakistan. However, Rahul proved his doubters wrong, smashing an unbeaten century on his return as India demolished Pakistan in a rain-hit match, which finished on the reserve day.

On Rohit Sharma, Indian Spinner's Intriguing "Lazy Elegance" Remark

As the countdown for the ODI World Cup begins, the Indian cricket team is fortunate to have its skipper Rohit Sharma back in full form. Having put in some valuable performances in the Asia Cup 2023, Rohit seems to be getting back to his best, in time for the World Cup. Seeing the Hitman go berserk while playing some effortless shots, however, many fans wonder how he does what he does. Veteran Indian spinner Piyush Chawla, explaining Rohit Sharma's brilliance, labelled his playing style "lazy elegance".

On This Day In 2007, MS Dhoni Started His Journey As India's 'Trophy Collector'

On this day in 2007, legendary wicketkeeper-batter MS Dhoni made his debut as a captain for Team India and since then, the sport in this cricket-crazy nation has never been the same. The high-profile clash between rivals India and Pakistan in ICC T20 World Cup 2007 marked the start of MS Dhoni's career as a captain. In that match, India managed to tie the game despite posting 141/9 in 20 overs. India won the match later through a bowl-out, which saw players from each side taking an aim at the wickets.

Asia Cup: India's Workload Management Plans In Focus vs Bangladesh; Mohammed Shami May Get A Look-In

Having already sealed a place in the final, India will be tempted to test their fringe players when they face an already knocked out Bangladesh in a Super Four match of the Asia Cup here on Friday. The Rohit Sharma-led outfit will think deep whether to give as much game time as possible to its first-choice team or give an opportunity to some of the fringe players ahead of the World Cup at home next month. The question of workload management is pertinent particularly in the case of bowlers.

"It's Not Easy To...": India Coach On Decision To Drop Mohammed Shami

India bowling coach Paras Mhambrey on Thursday said the return of Jasprit Bumrah has strengthened their pace unit and it is pleasing to have four fully-fit fast bowlers going into next month's World Cup. During the recent tour to Ireland, Bumrah wore India colours after a long injury layoff, and impressed with his intensity during the ongoing Asia Cup as well. "We have been following Bumrah's progress from the NCA, and we are very happy with the report that we have got.

"Will Struggle To Even Beat Netherlands": Ex-Pakistan Star Rips Into Babar Azam's Team

Former Pakistan cricketer Kamran Akmal was extremely disappointed with how the Babar Azam-led side was beaten comprehensively by India during their Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 clash and said that if they do not change their approach, the team may find it difficult to beat even Netherlands in the upcoming Cricket World Cup 2023. Pakistan were completely outplayed by India with Virat Kohli and KL Rahul scoring centuries and Kuldeep Yadav produced a brilliant display of spin bowling to hand them a 228-run loss.

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Not MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli Called Rohit Sharma A "Captain's Nightmare". R Ashwin Reveals Why

"Sachin Tendulkar Was A Genius From Day One," Says Muttiah Muralitharan

"Pretty Much Clear" That KL Rahul Will Keep Wickets In World Cup: India Great's Bold Remark

On Rohit Sharma, Indian Spinner's Intriguing "Lazy Elegance" Remark

On This Day In 2007, MS Dhoni Started His Journey As India's 'Trophy Collector'

Asia Cup: India's Workload Management Plans In Focus vs Bangladesh; Mohammed Shami May Get A Look-In

"It's Not Easy To...": India Coach On Decision To Drop Mohammed Shami

"Will Struggle To Even Beat Netherlands": Ex-Pakistan Star Rips Into Babar Azam's Team