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Decision To Drop Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane From Test Side "Unfair", Says Former India Cricketer

Having been dropped from India's upcoming Test series vs Sri Lanka, out-of-form batters Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane received unlikely backing from a former India cricketer, who labelled the treatment of the duo as "unfair". Pujara and Rahane faced plenty of criticism after India's recent Test series defeat in South Africa and questions were raised about their place in the Indian playing XI. Meanwhile after dropping the duo, Team India chief selector Chetan Sharma said that they will need to find their way back to the national side through good performances in the Ranji Trophy.

Suryakumar Yadav, Deepak Chahar Ruled Out Of Three-Match T20I Series Against Sri Lanka Due To Injuries

Fast bowler Deepak Chaharand batter Suryakumar Yadav have been ruled out of the upcoming T20I series against Sri Lanka. Deepak Chahar sustained a right quadriceps injury during bowling while Suryakumar Yadav suffered a hairline fracture during a fielding attempt in the third and final T20I against the West Indies in Kolkata on Sunday. "They will now head to the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru for further management of their injuries," stated an official release.

All Eyes On Ajinkya Rahane As Mumbai Face Goa In Ranji Trophy

Dropped from the Indian Test team after his prolonged lean run with the bat, Ajinkya Rahane will be the centre of attention when heavyweights Mumbai play Goa in their Elite Group D Ranji Trophy game in Ahmedabad from Thursday. Rahane did score a much-needed hundred (129) in their opener against Saurashtra, but that could not save his place in the Test squad for the upcoming two-match series against Sri Lanka. The former India vice-captain, though, would like to continue in same fashion against a Goa attack that is not likely to pose many problems.

Watch: Former Australia Star Shane Watson Heaps Praise On Rohit Sharma's Captaincy And Batting

Former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson has spoken highly if Indian captain Rohit Sharma's leadership abilities during an interaction with the International Cricket Council in the show ICC Review. Watson, who has played against Rohit in international cricket and in the Indian Premier League, spoke about Rohit's ability to remain unfazed in pressure situations.

India vs Sri Lanka T20Is Preview: Eyes On Venkatesh Iyer And Ravi Bishnoi As Rohit Sharma's Team Looks To Continue Dominant Run At Home

After clinching the T20I series against West Indies, Team India will now look to carry their form into the three-match series against Sri Lanka, beginning Thursday. India and Sri Lanka will square off in three T20Is and two Tests, with the first match of the series to be played in Lucknow on Thursday. The likes of Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant and Shardul Thakur have been rested for the series against Sri Lanka and hence it will give a chance to the likes of Ruturaj Gaikwad and Shreyas Iyer to show what they are capable of. The duo failed in the third T20I against West Indies, but they would hope that they impress against Sri Lanka.

Gehri Saans Le Aur...": Virender Sehwag's Advice To Wriddhiman Saha On Texts From Journalist

Former cricketer Virender Sehwag took to social media to pass on his support to Wriddhiman Saha, who recently revealed a series of texts from a journalist, including a couple of messages perceived to be threats. The wicketkeeper-batter had shared a screenshot of his conversation with the unnamed journalist on social media and also explained the reason behind why he is not revealing the name of the person. The news took the cricket fraternity by storm and Sehwag backed Wriddhiman but also asked him to reveal the name. "Dear Wriddhi, it's not your nature to harm others and you are a wonderful guy. But to prevent such harm from happening to anyone else in the future , it's important for you to name him. Gehri saans le, aur naam bol daal(take a deep breath, and say the name)", tweeted Sehwag.

Ajit Agarkar Set To Join Delhi Capitals As Assistant Coach: Report

Former India pacer Ajit Agarkar is set to join Delhi Capitals as assistant coach ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League season. Agarkar will join the franchise after completing his commentary duties in the home series against Sri Lanka starting February 24. The IPL is expected to begin in the last week of March. "He will be joining Delhi Capitals as assistant coach," an IPL source confirmed to PTI.

India vs Sri Lanka: Hamstring Injury Rules Deepak Chahar Out Of SL T20Is, Says Report

India pacer Deepak Chahar has been ruled out of the upcoming T20 International series against Sri Lanka due to a hamstring injury. The in-form bowler had suffered the injury during the third T20 International against West Indies in Kolkata on Sunday. "He is ruled out of the series and will complete his rehab at NCA," said a BCCI official.

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Decision To Drop Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane From Test Side "Unfair", Says Former India Cricketer

Suryakumar Yadav, Deepak Chahar Ruled Out Of Three-Match T20I Series Against Sri Lanka Due To Injuries

All Eyes On Ajinkya Rahane As Mumbai Face Goa In Ranji Trophy

Watch: Former Australia Star Shane Watson Heaps Praise On Rohit Sharma's Captaincy And Batting

India vs Sri Lanka T20Is Preview: Eyes On Venkatesh Iyer And Ravi Bishnoi As Rohit Sharma's Team Looks To Continue Dominant Run At Home

Gehri Saans Le Aur...": Virender Sehwag's Advice To Wriddhiman Saha On Texts From Journalist

Ajit Agarkar Set To Join Delhi Capitals As Assistant Coach: Report

India vs Sri Lanka: Hamstring Injury Rules Deepak Chahar Out Of SL T20Is, Says Report