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On Sarfaraz Khan vs KL Rahul Question, India Coach's Blunt "No Point Sugarcoating" Remark

India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate said on Tuesday that middle-order batters KL Rahul and Sarfaraz Khan are locked in a selection battle for the second Test against New Zealand here even though head coach Gautam Gambhir is keen to give the former, a long rope. With India looking to bounce back from the eight-wicket thrashing at Bengaluru in the opening Test, focus will be on the team combination with Washington Sundar being added to the squad. Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant are both aiming to shake off injury concerns for the match starting Thursday.

"People Want To See That": Marnus Labuschagne Says He Can Bowl Bouncers, Wants To Test Virat Kohli

When India tour Australia for a five-match Test series in November, Virat Kohli could be in for a surprise challenge. That's what Australia batter Marnus Labuschagne believes, who said that he thinks he can bowl bouncers up to 135 kmph, in an interview with Australian channel Channel 7. Labuschagne said that while he had never hit the 135 kmph mark, he has gotten quite close. In the interview, Labuschagne engaged in some friendly banter, saying that he'd like to see whether Kohli would duck his bouncers.

"Sarfaraz Khan Will Sit Out, But...": BCCI Sent Triple-Centurion Reminder On India XI For 2nd Test

The Indian cricket team suffered an embarrassing eight-wicket loss at the hands of New Zealand in the first Test of the three-match series at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. A poor batting display in the first innings saw India lose the game despite making a remarkable comeback in their second essay. The Rohit Sharma-led side was bundled out for a mere 46 while it scored 462 in the second innings. In India's fightback, young batter Sarfaraz Khan played a crucial role by scoring 150 off 195 balls with the help of 18 fours and three sixes.

"Is R Ashwin Not Fully Fit?": Ex-India Star Questions Inclusion Of Washington Sundar For New Zealand Tests

After losing the first Test to New Zealand by eight wickets in Bengaluru, Rohit Sharma-led India made a change in their squad. They added Washington Sundar in the team for the remaining two Tests against the Blackcaps. The player, who bowls right-arm off-spin and bats left-handed, was not there even in the reserves of the squad that was announced earlier for the ongoing Test series. While the new entry surprised many, former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has tried to understand the reason behind the new entry.

"Rohit Sharma Gave Me 10 Minutes": Sanju Samson On Being Dropped From T20 World Cup Final Plans

India's victorious T20 World Cup 2024 campaign didn't feature wicket-keeper batter Sanju Samson in any many. Despite the fact that Rishabh Pant was making his return to the national side after a long injury layoff, Team India decided to stick with him over picking an in-form Samson. However, right before the final against South Africa, India captain Rohit Sharma had asked Samson to be ready as there was a big chance he would be playing in the title clash. However, it all changed just minutes before the toss.

Exclusive: Mohammed Shami Keen On Australia Tour, Set To Take Domestic Cricket Route

The ongoing Test series against New Zealand is a good opportunity for India to prepare for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar series against Australia. The five-match Test series will be played in the Down Under, starting from November 22. The conditions in Australia will be challenging but Rohit Sharma and co are highly confident, courtesy of India's victory over there in the previous two editions of the BGT. Ahead of the highly-anticipated series, fans around the world are waiting for the return of India pacer Mohammed Shami.

"We're Here To Make Amends": Pat Cummins Ahead Of Border-Gavaskar Trophy vs India

Australian skipper Pat Cummins is determined to "make amends" against India in the upcoming five-match Test series, as he aims to reclaim the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for the first time in over a decade. The two teams will face off in a five-match series starting November 22 in Perth. India will come into the contest with the Border-Gavaskar Trophy firmly in their grasp, having held it for nearly a decade and winning two consecutive series in Australia. "We've had a bit of a break, so I'm excited for the five match Test series. Excited to get into it," the 31-year-old said in Star Sports' Press Room.

Ahead Of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Behind Sachin Tendulkar: Cheteshwar Pujara's Stunning Feat

As debate and discussion regarding India's Test team continues following their 46 all out collapse against New Zealand, a castaway man has delivered a reminder of his class. Cheteshwar Pujara, now 36, slammed a double century for Saurashtra against Chhattisgarh in the Ranji Trophy. Pujara's double century was his ninth double century in first-class cricket, making him the Indian batter with the joint-highest double centuries. He also edged closer to legendary Indian batter Rahul Dravid in an elite list, where he is only behind Dravid, Sachin Tendulkar and Sunil Gavaskar.

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On Sarfaraz Khan vs KL Rahul Question, India Coach's Blunt "No Point Sugarcoating" Remark

"People Want To See That": Marnus Labuschagne Says He Can Bowl Bouncers, Wants To Test Virat Kohli

"Sarfaraz Khan Will Sit Out, But...": BCCI Sent Triple-Centurion Reminder On India XI For 2nd Test

"Is R Ashwin Not Fully Fit?": Ex-India Star Questions Inclusion Of Washington Sundar For New Zealand Tests

"Rohit Sharma Gave Me 10 Minutes": Sanju Samson On Being Dropped From T20 World Cup Final Plans

Exclusive: Mohammed Shami Keen On Australia Tour, Set To Take Domestic Cricket Route

"We're Here To Make Amends": Pat Cummins Ahead Of Border-Gavaskar Trophy vs India

Ahead Of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Behind Sachin Tendulkar: Cheteshwar Pujara's Stunning Feat