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"Was This His Last Test Match?": KL Rahul's Gesture Gets Internet Talking. Watch

A gesture by KL Rahul after India's loss to New Zealand in the first Test at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru is going viral on social media. In the surfaced clip, Rahul could be seen bowing to the pitch and touching it after the game was over. The action from Rahul saw many social media users questioning if it was his last Test match. Notably, the venue was Rahul's home ground during his stint with Royal Challengers Bengaluru from 2013 to 2016 in Indian Premier League. He also represents the state of Karnataka in domestic cricket. Rahul failed to impress in the Bengaluru Test against New Zealand by scoring 0 and 12 across the two innings.

Rohit Sharma Equals MS Dhoni, Sourav Ganguly In Unwanted List After Bengaluru Test Loss To New Zealand

The loss to New Zealand in the first Test marked a rare occasion for the Team India as they lost two home Tests in the same calendar year for the first time in 12 years. A fine bowling performance from Matt Henry and William O'Rourke, coupled with brilliant batting from Rachin Ravindra, helped New Zealand secure an eight-wicket victory over a resilient Indian side in the first Test at Bengaluru on Sunday. This is the Kiwis' first win in India in over 36 years, since 1988. With this victory, they lead the three-match series 1-0.

Rishabh Pant To Miss 2nd Test vs New Zealand? Report Makes Massive 'Team Management' Claim

Indian cricket team wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant suffered a knee injury during the first Test match against New Zealand in Bengaluru. While Pant did not keep the wickets at all following the injury, he did come out to bat in the second innings and scored a valiant 99. However, with the second Test starting on Thursday in Pune, questions remain over his injury and his possible participation. According to a report by the Indian Express, the selectors have left the decision to the team management to take a call on Pant ahead of the match. Dhruv Jurel kept wickets in Pant's absence in Bengaluru and he will be the possible replacement in case Pant is excluded.

How Can India Qualify For World Test Championship Final After Loss Against New Zealand In First Test?

India's dreams of reaching the World Test Championship (WTC) Final were dealt a major blow after the Rohit Sharma-led side slumped to a eight-wicket loss against New Zealand in the first Test encounter in Bengaluru on Sunday. Chasing 107 in the second innings, New Zealand never looked in trouble and Indian bowlers were unable to take wickets at crucial intervals. As a result, India will have to win five from their remaining seven matches in order to secure a spot in the WTC Final. Rohit and Co were able to maintain the top spot in the points table but their lead was cut down quite a bit. India will now face New Zealand in two more Tests before heading to Australia for a five-match series.

"He Understood What...": Rohit Sharma's Massive Praise For New Zealand Batter With Indian Roots

Rohit Sharma praised Rachin Ravindra for his match-winning performance as New Zealand defeated India by eight wickets in the opening Test at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Sunday. Ravindra was named Player of the Match after the Black Caps (New Zealand) secured their first Test victory on Indian soil in 36 years. Ravindra's crucial innings of 134 in the first innings allowed the Kiwis to establish a commanding lead of 356 runs after they bowled out Rohit's team for just 46.

"Just Be Quiet...": Rishabh Pant's Cryptic Post Viral After Bengaluru Test Loss

Star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant had an injury scare during the recently concluded 1st Test against New Zealand, which India lost by 8 wickets on Sunday. Pant copped a blow to his operated-knee on Day 2 before being taken off the field. He did not keep the wickets after injury, with Dhruv Jurel replacing him behind the sticks. However, Pant took the game to the New Zealand bowlers on Day 3, smashing them all over the park in Bengaluru. Unfortunately, Pant missed out on his century by a solitary run before India suffered another batting collapse.

'Bhaagne Ki Zarurat Nahi': Sachin Tendulkar Pokes Fun At Virender Sehwag On His Birthday

The Indian cricket fraternity on Sunday took to social media to extend birthday wishes to Indian batting legend Virender Sehwag, who turned 46 on Sunday. Indian icon Sachin Tendulkar took to X, funnily saying that his age of 46 is a "perfect mix of four and six", just like Sehwag's explosive batting. "Happy 46th,Viru! 46 ka matlab hai 4 aur 6 ka perfect mix--bilkul tumhari batting ki tarah. Koi bhagne ki zarurat nahi. Tumhara saal bhi tumhare shots ki tarah dhamakedaar ho!," posted Sachin.

"Need To Be Extra Careful": Rohit Sharma Provides Mammoth Injury Update On Rishabh Pant

India captain Rohit Sharma opened up on star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant's injury concern during the recently-concluded 1st Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru. Pant, who suffered a life-threatening car crash in December 2022, limped off the field on Day 2 after receiving a blow to his operated knee. While he did come out to bat and scored 99 runs in the second innings, Dhruv Jurel kept the wickets for the team during New Zealand's successful 107-run chase on Day 5.

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"Was This His Last Test Match?": KL Rahul's Gesture Gets Internet Talking. Watch

Rohit Sharma Equals MS Dhoni, Sourav Ganguly In Unwanted List After Bengaluru Test Loss To New Zealand

Rishabh Pant To Miss 2nd Test vs New Zealand? Report Makes Massive 'Team Management' Claim

How Can India Qualify For World Test Championship Final After Loss Against New Zealand In First Test?

"He Understood What...": Rohit Sharma's Massive Praise For New Zealand Batter With Indian Roots

"Just Be Quiet...": Rishabh Pant's Cryptic Post Viral After Bengaluru Test Loss

'Bhaagne Ki Zarurat Nahi': Sachin Tendulkar Pokes Fun At Virender Sehwag On His Birthday

"Need To Be Extra Careful": Rohit Sharma Provides Mammoth Injury Update On Rishabh Pant