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"Not Protecting Virat Kohli": Dinesh Karthik Unimpressed As Gautam Gambhir Gamble Backfires

Team India had to shuffle the batting order a bit after Shubman Gill missed out on the first Test against New Zealand. In Gill's absence Virat Kohli was promoted to the No. 3 spot while Sarfaraz Khan batted at No. 4. Both batters incurred ducks, prompted many to question the decision taken by the head coach Gautam Gambhir and skipper Rohit Sharma. As India's tactical decisions in the first innings backfired, former wicket-keeper batter Dinesh Karthik raised some tough questions over the calls taken by the team management, especially the head coach Gambhir.

India vs New Zealand LIVE, 1st Test, Day 3: Onus On Jasprit Bumrah, R Ashwin As India Aim To Restrict NZ

India vs New Zealand LIVE Score, 1st Test, Day 3: Rohit Sharma-led India cricket team would hope for a better outing on the third day of the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru. India got out for a mere 46 - their third-lowest total in Test history - before conceding a sizeable lead.

"He Was The One Who...": Rohit Sharma Reveals Truth Behind Virat Kohli's No. 3 Stunt

Since India's usual number three Shubman Gill had to sit out of this match with a stiff neck, Virat Kohli walked out in to bat in that position after eight years. However, he perised for a nine-ball duck. After stumps on Day 2, India captain Rohit Sharma said it was Kohli's decision to bat in that position. "The experienced players are the ones who have to take that extra responsibility. It is a good sign. This time, it was Virat. He was the one who was ready to do that. We asked him whether he can bat at number three," Rohit revealed.

"Do What You Love": India Star Shreyanka Patil Shares Heartwarming Gift To Pakistan Captain Fatima Sana

While India and Pakistan both bowed out of the Women's World Cup 2024 in the group stage, the two nations shared a heartwarming moment. Pakistan captain Fatima Sana - who had to leave midway through the tournament due to the sudden demise of her father - returned to play her team's final match against New Zealand. She later revealed a heartwarming message sent to her by India spinner Shreyanka Patil, in a post on Instagram. Shreyanka's gesture appeared to have touched Fatima.

'Sunil Gavaskar Laughing': Rishabh Pant's Bizarre Reverse-Sweep Attempt Stuns India Great

Team India was reduced to its lowest ever total at home in Tests, registering a paltry score of 46 in the first innings of the 1st Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru. India captain Rohit Sharma's decision to bat first backfired as the overcast conditions at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium made it increasingly difficult for batters to survive. The hosts were reduced to 10/3 after Rohit, Virat Kohli and Sarfaraz Khan failed to even survive the first hour of play in the morning session.

Anil Kumble's Surprise Pick As Rohit Sharma's Replacement For Australia Test, Shubman Gill Snubbed

With reports suggesting India captain Rohit Sharma is expected to miss one or two Test matches of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, fans and experts have been mulling the various options in the team that could be used to replace him. While Jasprit Bumrah has emerged as the clear captaincy pick in Rohit's absence, the hunt for an opening batter is on. Shubman Gill remains one of the biggest candidates for the role but Indian cricket team legend Anil Kumble feels KL Rahul is a better choice.

"Chalao Talwaar": Rohit Sharma's First Words On Facing Media Post India's 46 All Out vs New Zealand

Indian cricket team are in a tricky spot in the first Test against New Zealand. After the first Test was washed out due to rain, the second day saw the home team get bundled out for just 46 - its third lowest score in a Test innings - after opting to bat first in overcast conditions. India captain Rohit Sharma admitted that he misread the pitch at the post-Day 2 press conference. Speaking after the second day's play, Rohit reflected on the decision to bat first under overcast conditions, a call that backfired disastrously for the hosts. "We thought it wouldn't help the seamers much after the first session or so. There wasn't much grass either. We expected it to be much flatter than it turned out to be. It was a misjudgment on my part, and I couldn't read the pitch well. I am hurting to see this score of 46 as a captain as it was my call to bat first. But one or two bad calls in a year is quite alright," Rohit admitted.

"Don't Forget He's A DSP": After Mohammed Siraj Sledges Devon Conway In 1st Test, Sunil Gavaskar's Cheeky Comment

Recently, Indian cricket team fast bowler Mohammed Siraj was appointed as a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) by the Telangana government. Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy made the announcement that Siraj would be granted a Group-I government post for his service to the Indian team, including the T20 World Cup success earlier this year. The DSP reference made its way on the first day of the India vs New Zealand 1st Test, Day 2.

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"Not Protecting Virat Kohli": Dinesh Karthik Unimpressed As Gautam Gambhir Gamble Backfires

India vs New Zealand LIVE, 1st Test, Day 3: Onus On Jasprit Bumrah, R Ashwin As India Aim To Restrict NZ

"He Was The One Who...": Rohit Sharma Reveals Truth Behind Virat Kohli's No. 3 Stunt

"Do What You Love": India Star Shreyanka Patil Shares Heartwarming Gift To Pakistan Captain Fatima Sana

'Sunil Gavaskar Laughing': Rishabh Pant's Bizarre Reverse-Sweep Attempt Stuns India Great

Anil Kumble's Surprise Pick As Rohit Sharma's Replacement For Australia Test, Shubman Gill Snubbed

"Chalao Talwaar": Rohit Sharma's First Words On Facing Media Post India's 46 All Out vs New Zealand

"Don't Forget He's A DSP": After Mohammed Siraj Sledges Devon Conway In 1st Test, Sunil Gavaskar's Cheeky Comment