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What Rohit Sharma Said About Jasprit Bumrah's Replacement In T20 World Cup Squad

Despite two identical series wins against "quality sides" Australia and South Africa, captain Rohit Sharma on Tuesday conceded that the Indian team still needs to address some areas of concern, especially bowling, ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup. India beat South Africa 2-1 in the three-match T20 International series despite suffering a 49-run defeat in the final game here on Tuesday. They had beaten Australia by a similar margin in the preceding series.

Watch: Mohammed Siraj Steps On Boundary Rope While Taking A Catch, Leaves Skipper Rohit Sharma Bemused

Boundary rope catches aren't the easiest to take. Players have to show not just excellent ability to track the trajectory of the ball but also be aware of the distance between them and the rope. India's Mohammed Siraj couldn't keep this delicate balance as he looked to catch a shot by South Africa's David Miller in the 3rd T20I in Indore on Tuesday.

Will Mohammed Shami Replace Jasprit Bumrah In T20 World Cup Squad? Rahul Dravid Answers

India's preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup received a major blow earlier this week as ace speedster Jasprit Bumrah was ruled out of the tournament due to an injury. The BCCI has not yet named a replacement and the fans are wondering who might replace the pacer. After the third T20I against South Africa, which Team India lost by 49 runs, head coach Rahul Dravid was asked whether Mohammed Shami would be replacing Bumrah for the marquee event in the Indian squad.

India vs South Africa: Meme Fest On Twitter As Deepak Chahar Doesn't Run Out Stubbs At Non-Striker's End

Deepak Chahar could have added some drama to the 3rd T20I against South Africa at Indore but he decided against it. The Indian bowler stopped short of delivering his first ball of the 16th over as he gave Tristan Stubbs a warning at the non-striker's end for backing up too far. There was an exchange of eye-contact between the two players and Stubbs was left with a wry smile on his face.

India vs South Africa: Deepak Chahar's Angry Reaction As Siraj Steps On Boundary Rope After Taking Catch. Watch

South Africa had already put up a big score courtesy a fine century by Rilee Rossouw, but David Miller was looking to put the icing on the cake in the final over of the 3rd T20I against India in Indore. The big-hitter targetting Deepak Chahar and hit him for two massive sixes in a row. Chahar dropped it short on the fifth delivery of the over and Miller went for a massive pull.

Legends League Cricket: Winner To Get Rs 2 Crore As Prize Money

The winners of Legends League Cricket will be awarded with 2 crore prize money as the organisers on Tuesday revealed the prize pool for the ongoing season, hosted in India for the first time. The announcement was made during the press conference in Jaipur ahead of the grand finale which was attended by India Capitals' skipper Gautam Gambhir and Bhilwara King's captain Irfan Pathan along with Raman Raheja, CEO, and Co-Founder, Legends League Cricket.

IPL Franchise Shares Hilarious Tweet On Indore Pitch After South Africa's Flying Start vs India In 3rd T20I

South Africa has got off to a flying start in the 3rd T20I against India after being put in to bat by Rohit Sharma. The pitch at the Holkar Stadium in Indore is allowing the ball to come nicely on to the bat and the likes of Quinton de Kock and Rilee Rossouw have hit quickfire half-centuries.

"Bowl Slower Balls ...": Bangar Has An Important Advice For Harshal Patel

Harshal Patel made a name for himself in the IPL for Royal Challengers Bangalore by bowling exceptionally well in the death overs and with his wide array of variations. Harshal's well disguised slower deliveries foxed several top quality batters in the league and paved the way for his selection in the Indian team.

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What Rohit Sharma Said About Jasprit Bumrah's Replacement In T20 World Cup Squad

Watch: Mohammed Siraj Steps On Boundary Rope While Taking A Catch, Leaves Skipper Rohit Sharma Bemused

Will Mohammed Shami Replace Jasprit Bumrah In T20 World Cup Squad? Rahul Dravid Answers

India vs South Africa: Meme Fest On Twitter As Deepak Chahar Doesn't Run Out Stubbs At Non-Striker's End

India vs South Africa: Deepak Chahar's Angry Reaction As Siraj Steps On Boundary Rope After Taking Catch. Watch

Legends League Cricket: Winner To Get Rs 2 Crore As Prize Money

IPL Franchise Shares Hilarious Tweet On Indore Pitch After South Africa's Flying Start vs India In 3rd T20I

"Bowl Slower Balls ...": Bangar Has An Important Advice For Harshal Patel