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3 Batters, Collective Experience Of 1 Test: India's Likely XI In 3rd Match vs England

An injury-hit India could well go into the third Test against England with two debutants in domestic run-machine Sarfaraz Khan and hard-hitting keeper-batter Dhruv Chand Jurel on a track that will be quite similar to the first two Test matches. Last match's centurion Shubman Gill however did not attend the optional training on Tuesday. It must be noted that Gill had hurt his right index finger while fielding in the second Test in Visakhapatnam. He didn't field during the England second innings and also said that the injury isn't too serious.

"Yahi Hai Yaari": MS Dhoni's Friend On India Icon Using His Company's Sticker On Bat

Ahead of his much-anticipated return to action in the Indian Premier League, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain MS Dhoni was recently seen practicing with a bat that had the sticker of "Prime Sports". For the unversed, Prime Sports is a shop in Ranchi owned by Dhoni's friend Paramjit Singh. Dhoni's gesture for his friend Paramjit had gone viral on social media. Paramjit, who played a major role in helping Dhoni get his first bat sponsor, has opened up on his bond with the former India captain.

Not India, "Error At ECB": England Star's Revelation On Visa Issue

England's ongoing Test tour of India has been full of ups and downs. The visitors arrived in the sub-cotinent without spinner Shoaib Bashir, who had to fly back to England from the United Arab Emirates to sort out his visa issue. Despite Bashir's absence, England managed to pull off a huge surprise in the series-opener, beating India by 28 runs in Hyderabad. Bashir's visa issue was resolved before the start of the second Test and he went on to make his debut, only for England to lose the game in Visakhapatnam by 106 runs.

"Ben Stokes Has Changed Cricket In Lot Of Respects": Ollie Pope's Big Praise For England Captain

England captain Ben Stokes has changed the game of cricket in a "lot of respects", says batter Ollie Pope, as the maverick all-rounder gears up for his 100th Test appearance in a couple of days' time. Stokes, who has carved a niche for himself by playing some of the most outstanding knocks in the history of the sport in high pressure situations, has also produced a fine example of himself as a leader by inventing a new approach to Test cricket known as 'Bazball'.

No Ranji Trophy, No IPL: After Ishan Kishan Fiasco, BCCI Takes Stern Step - Report

Jharkhand keeper-batter Ishan Kishan's reluctance to play first-class cricket and focus only on the IPL could prompt the BCCI to make a minimum number of Ranji Trophy games mandatory for players in order to be eligible for the cash-rich league's lucrative auction pool. It has been learnt that BCCI brass has already instructed Kishan to play Jharkhand's last group league game against Rajasthan in Jamshedpur, starting February 16. The manner in which Kishan had skipped match after match after returning midway from South Africa tour citing "travel fatigue" hasn't exactly gone down well with men who matter in the Indian cricket establishment.

India vs England: Why Sarfaraz Khan Is All But Certain To Make His Debut In Rajkot Test

The months of wait is set to end for uncapped India batter Sarfaraz Khan is all but set to make his international debut in the third Test against England in Rajkot. Sarfaraz has been a constant name on the fans' lips for a long time, owing to his exemplary performances in First Class cricket. The batter was named in the Indian squad after the likes of KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja were ruled out of the second Test while Virat Kohli remained absent due to a personal issue. Though Sarfaraz didn't make his debut in Vizag, with the team management preferring Rajat Patidar, his chances have strengthened for the third Test.

Not Ranji Trophy Or IPL! Ishan Kishan To Make A Comeback With This T20 Tournament: Report

The conversation surrounding India wicket-keeper batter Ishan Kishan has been dominating headlines since he opted out of the Test series against South Africa back in December 2022. Kishan cited 'personal reasons' to not play in the two-match Test series against the Proteas and he has not featured in the national side since then. With the T20 World Cup taking place this year, his absence was viewed as a major concern for his career but according to a latest report, he is all set to play a T20 tournament before representing Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League. A report from Dainik Bhaskar claimed that Kishan took the break to give time to his family and will now play in the DY Patil tournament in Mumbai.

BCCI Issues Strict Ranji Trophy Mandate Amid Ishan Kishan Row: Report

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has reportedly issued a strong mandate to its players who are not part of international assignments or undergoing rehab at the National Cricket Academy. The board wants all the fit players, not playing for the senior national team, to feature in the Ranji Trophy for their teams. The verdict comes from the Indian board amid the ongoing debate around the situation of wicket-keeper batter Ishan Kishan who remains reluctant to play in the Ranji Trophy despite being fit.

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3 Batters, Collective Experience Of 1 Test: India's Likely XI In 3rd Match vs England

"Yahi Hai Yaari": MS Dhoni's Friend On India Icon Using His Company's Sticker On Bat

Not India, "Error At ECB": England Star's Revelation On Visa Issue

"Ben Stokes Has Changed Cricket In Lot Of Respects": Ollie Pope's Big Praise For England Captain

No Ranji Trophy, No IPL: After Ishan Kishan Fiasco, BCCI Takes Stern Step - Report

India vs England: Why Sarfaraz Khan Is All But Certain To Make His Debut In Rajkot Test

Not Ranji Trophy Or IPL! Ishan Kishan To Make A Comeback With This T20 Tournament: Report

BCCI Issues Strict Ranji Trophy Mandate Amid Ishan Kishan Row: Report