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"Shivam Dube Shut Him Up": Ex-India Star's Cheeky Response To Concussion Substitute Debates

The concussion substitute controversy was one of the biggest talking points of the recently-concluded T20I series between India and England. In the fourth T20I, Shivam Dube was replaced by Harshit Rana as a concussion substitute, with Harshit - primarily a pure pacer - deemed a like-for-like replacement for a batting all-rounder like Dube. The move was heavily criticised by players, experts and fans, with former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen being fairly outspoken about it. However, after Shivam Dube picked up two wickets in the fifth T20I, former India cricketer Robin Uthappa has jokingly hit back at Pietersen.

Shubman Gill 'Lambi Race Ka Ghoda' But This India Star Gets 10/10 Rating In 1st ODI

Former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar picked Shubman Gill as the player who will be around for a long time in Indian cricket. Apart from Gill's masterclass, Manjrekar was also impressed by Shreyas Iyer's "flawless" stroke play and rated his belligerent 59(36) 10/10 on "quality." Gill and Shreyas were in the vanguard of India's four-wicket triumph in the first ODI against England. When skipper Rohit Sharma and debutant Yashasvi Jaiswal left India in a mess at 19/2 while chasing 249, Gill and Iyer dug deep to keep the innings from falling apart.

Rohit Sharma's "Aura" Defined By England Team's Reaction To This 'Act' In Nagpur

The 'superstar culture' in Indian cricket sees Test and ODI skipper Rohit Sharma sitting at the top pedestal, alongside the 'king' Virat Kohli. Quite often, social media wars between Kohli and Rohit's fans keep cricket lovers engaged. While the duo seem to be nearing the pinnacle of their respective careers, there's still no dip in their fan following. Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen, who was in Nagpur for the first ODI between Rohit and Jos Buttler's teams, summed up the 'aura' of Rohit after he witnessed the England team's reaction to an incident.

Watch: Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir's Animated Post-Match Chat Triggers Speculations

India are off to a fiery start in the three-match ODI series against England. Rohit Sharma and co registered a thumping four-wicket win in the first ODI and took 1-0 lead on Thursday. Playing in Nagpur, England got bundled out for 248 after opting to bat first. Debutant Harshit Rana and Ravindra Jadeja were the star bowlers for India with their respective three-wicket hauls. Later, India fumbled a bit but half-centuries from Shubman Gill, Axar Patel, and Shreyas Iyer took the hosts across the line in 38.4 overs.

Rohit Sharma Reveals Masterplan Behind Axar Patel's Promotion, Ahead of KL Rahul And Hardik Pandya

Skipper Rohit Sharma on Thursday said there isn't anything specific which the Indian team wants to try and achieve ahead of the Champions Trophy but would look to keep ticking all the boxes like they did against England in the first ODI in Nagpur. Barring a minor hiccup towards the end of a modest 249-run chase when they slipped from 221/3 to 235/6, India produced a near-perfect show to take a 1-0 lead with a four-wicket win. "Nothing specific. Overall as a team, I just want us to keep making sure that we keep doing the right things as often as possible. There is nothing specific that we want to try and achieve," Rohit told the broadcaster after the match.

"Knee Swelled Once We...": Virat Kohli Injury Update Increases Rohit Sharma's Headache

It isn't often that Virat Kohli goes on to miss a match due to an injury but the talismanic batter had no option but to sit out of the first ODI against England due to a knee trouble. Kohli's knee was heavily strapped when during practice sessions ahead of the series opener but some swelling was witnessed once the players returned to the hotel. The situation prompted the team management - including skipper Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir - to have a Plan B ready, which was Shreyas Iyer. After Virat went on to miss the first ODI, a big update has emerged for the second match.

Watch: Shreyas Iyer Shuts Down Short-Ball Weakness, Smashes Jofra Archer For 2 Stunning Sixes In A Row

Shreyas Iyer proved his class once again, as he smashed a swashbuckling half-century in the first ODI between India and England at Nagpur. From being set to not feature in the playing XI at all, Shreyas was drafted in after Virat Kohli suffered a knee issue the night before the game. He grabbed the opportunity with both hands, slamming a 36-ball 59 to help India reach the target of 249 with more than 11 overs to spare. Iyer also showed that he had significantly worked on his weak areas, particularly against the short ball.

Virat Kohli In Visible Pain While Warming Up Ahead Of 1st ODI vs England. Video

The injury suffered by senior batter Virat Kohli ahead of Thursday's first ODI against England in Nagpur may turn out to be a minor setback for India as the issue does not look serious and the former India captain is likely to be back in the next match. India captain Rohit Sharma informed at the toss that Kohli had injured his right knee during practice on Wednesday evening and therefore was withdrawn from the first ODI. Though both the Indian team management and Kohli himself would feel disappointed in losing the opportunity to play the match, the injury seems minor.

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"Shivam Dube Shut Him Up": Ex-India Star's Cheeky Response To Concussion Substitute Debates

Shubman Gill 'Lambi Race Ka Ghoda' But This India Star Gets 10/10 Rating In 1st ODI

Rohit Sharma's "Aura" Defined By England Team's Reaction To This 'Act' In Nagpur

Watch: Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir's Animated Post-Match Chat Triggers Speculations

Rohit Sharma Reveals Masterplan Behind Axar Patel's Promotion, Ahead of KL Rahul And Hardik Pandya

"Knee Swelled Once We...": Virat Kohli Injury Update Increases Rohit Sharma's Headache

Watch: Shreyas Iyer Shuts Down Short-Ball Weakness, Smashes Jofra Archer For 2 Stunning Sixes In A Row

Virat Kohli In Visible Pain While Warming Up Ahead Of 1st ODI vs England. Video