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"KL Rahul's Instinct Similar To That Of MS Dhoni": Ex-India Star's Massive Comparison

The Indian cricket team, led by KL Rahul, defeated South Africa 2-1 in the ODI series that concluded on Thursday. India won the series-decider by a margin of 78 runs at Boland Park, Paarl. While speaking after the game, former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar opined that KL Rahul's instinct is equal to that of MS Dhoni. The cricket veteran made the comments while analysing the captaincy of the player during the series against South Africa. Rahul took some really good DRS (Decision Review System) calls from behind the stumps during the third ODI against the Proteas and Manjrekar was duly impressed with his performance.

Star All-Rounder Dropped As Harbhajan Singh Picks His India XI For 1st Test vs South Africa

Former star spinner Harbhajan Singh picked Ravichandran Ashwin ahead of all-rounder Shardul Thakur for India's upcoming Boxing Day Test clash against South Africa in Centurion. Harbhajan picked his ideal playing XI for the first Test as they look to change their bleak record on South African soil. Since 1992, India have played 23 Tests in South Africa and only won four and lost 12. Harbhajan who felt that India would need to post a competitive score of more than 400 went with a star-studded batting line-up.

"Hope He Proves Me Wrong": Sunil Gavaskar Doubts India Star's Preparedness For First Test vs South Africa

Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has been observing the current crop of cricketers from close range. As the Rohit Sharma-led team gears up for the South Africa challenge, Gavaskar analysed the preparedness of the unit to deliver on the big occasion. As far as rookie pacer Prasidh Krishna is concerned, Gavaskar doesn't think he is ready to deliver in the first Test against South Africa. Having recently returned form injury, the original Little Master doubts if Krishna can bowl longer spells, which is the requirement of Test cricket.

India vs South Africa, 1st Test: Preview, Fantasy XI Predictions, Pitch And Weather Reports

South Africa will take on India in 1st Test of Freedom Trophy 2023-24 on December 26 at SuperSport Park in Centurion, South Africa. The match is scheduled to begin at 1:30 PM IST.

On Mohammed Shami's Replacement For Boxing Day Test vs South Africa, Rohit Sharma Said...

India pacer Mohammed Shami, who played a big role in the team's 2021 Test win at Centurion, will be missed during the two-match Test series against South Africa due to his left heel injury. At the beginning, Shami's participation in the Test series was subject to fitness but he failed to recover in time and therefore he was not cleared by the BCCI Medical Team. While admitting that Shami will be "big miss" during the Test series against South Africa, Rohit hinted that either of Mukesh Kumar or Prasidh Krishna will be filling in for the pacer while confirming the participation of Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj.

"Jawab Milega": Rohit Sharma's Response To T20 World Cup 2024 Captaincy Question Is Viral

Indian cricket team skipper Rohit Sharma came up with a perfect reply when asked whether he will be playing for India in the T20 World Cup 2024. During the pre-match press conference ahead of the first Test between India and South Africa starting December 26 in Centurion, Rohit said that the Cricket World Cup 2023 heartbreak was tough for the side and all the players will be 'desperate' to win the elusive Test series in South Africa. When a reporter asked him whether the desperation will be there in him as well for T20 World Cup 2024 due to the heartbreak, Rohit said that the main aim for all the players is that they are 'desperate' to play before adding that he understands what was being implied in the question.

"It Took Me Time But...": Rohit Sharma Digs Deep Into World Cup Final Heartbreak

India captain Rohit Sharma geared up for action for the first time since the conclusion of the Cricket World Cup 2023 as the national team prepared for the South Africa Test series. On the eve of the first Test in Centurion, Rohit attended media conference, addressing various topics, ranging from the team's South Africa challenge to his personal preparedness for the Test assignment. Considering it was first time Rohit addressed the media since the World Cup, Rohit was asked about the emotional video he posted about a week ago, questions on 'moving on' from the heartbreak also came up.

"Itna Mehnat Kia Hain Toh...": Rohit Sharma's Quip Leaves Reporters In Splits Ahead Of South Africa Tests

Indian cricket team skipper Rohit Sharma made it clear that a win in the Test series against South Africa will not compensate for the pain caused by the team's defeat in the Cricket World Cup 2023. However, in his trademark witty style, Rohit said that they have put a lot of effort in the past few months and they deserve to win something. Ahead of the first Test match between India and South Africa starting December 26 in Centurion, Rohit was asked about his feelings after the World Cup final loss against Australia and he said that all the players will surely be desperate to bounce back from that defeat.

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"KL Rahul's Instinct Similar To That Of MS Dhoni": Ex-India Star's Massive Comparison

Star All-Rounder Dropped As Harbhajan Singh Picks His India XI For 1st Test vs South Africa

"Hope He Proves Me Wrong": Sunil Gavaskar Doubts India Star's Preparedness For First Test vs South Africa

India vs South Africa, 1st Test: Preview, Fantasy XI Predictions, Pitch And Weather Reports

On Mohammed Shami's Replacement For Boxing Day Test vs South Africa, Rohit Sharma Said...

"Jawab Milega": Rohit Sharma's Response To T20 World Cup 2024 Captaincy Question Is Viral

"It Took Me Time But...": Rohit Sharma Digs Deep Into World Cup Final Heartbreak

"Itna Mehnat Kia Hain Toh...": Rohit Sharma's Quip Leaves Reporters In Splits Ahead Of South Africa Tests