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On Rishabh Pant's Injury, Coach Ryan Ten Doeschate Delivers Big Update

Rishabh Pant who missed a part of the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru due to a knee injury, is all but set to feature for India in the second match at Pune. India's assistant coach Ryan Ten Doeschate, speaking to media ahead of the second Test of the series, confirmed that though Pant's appearance in the match isn't 100% certain, he is looking on course to make the XI for the match. There were suggestions of Dhruv Jurel replacing Pant behind the stumps for the match. But, it seems like the southpaw is all set to get the nod despite the recent injury.

"Bit Of A Wicket Drought...": India Coach Gives Mammoth Verdict On Mohammed Siraj

It has been a tough few months for Indian cricket team fast bowler Mohammed Siraj. The pacer has struggled to produce a good show with the ball and with four wickets in the series against Bangladesh and two wickets in the first Test match against New Zealand, he has been facing a lot of criticism. Ahead of the second Test in Pune, questions have also been asked off the team management with many suggesting that Akash Deep should replace the struggling Siraj in the playing XI.

Watch: Girl Asks Rohit Sharma To Give 'Big Fan' Message To Virat Kohli. His Reply Is...

Indian cricket team skipper Rohit Sharma's heartwarming interaction with a female fan has gone viral on social media ahead of the second Test match against New Zealand staring Thursday. At the end of the practice session at the MCA Stadium in Pune, the fan approached Rohit for an autograph and asked him to deliver a message to Kohli. The fan said, "Rohit bhai, please give autograph." While the India skipper was signing the autograph, she said "Tell Virat also that his big fan came here." Rohit was amused with the comment and he quickly responded - "I'll tell Virat".

Coach Ryan ten Doeschate Breaks Silence On 'Desperate' Claims Over Squad Change For New Zealand Tests

The Indian cricket team management decided to add all-rounder Washington Sundar into the squad for the remaining two matches following the loss against New Zealand in the first Test in Bengaluru. It was a sudden decision taken by head coach Gautam Gambhir and the team management with many fans and experts wondering if it was done out of 'desperation' after the loss. India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate denied any such reports and said that the decision was taken in order to add a bowling option to the side who can take the ball away from the New Zealand left-handers.

"Better If He Hadn't Bowled": Ravichandran Ashwin's 'Fifth Bowler' Status In 2nd Test Baffles Ex India Opener

The Indian cricket team, known for its domination at home, was given a reality heck by New Zealand i the first Test in Bengaluru. The Rohit Sharma-led side was dismissed for just 46 in the first innings before New Zealand scored 402 in reply. Led by Sarfaraz Khan and Rishabh Pant's brave innings, India surpassed the total but a lower order collapse saw them setting a target of just 107 runs for New Zealand. Even then, Ravichandran Ashwin, the highest wicket-taker among all active cricketers, was introduced late in the attack.

On Sarfaraz Khan vs KL Rahul Question, India Coach's Blunt "No Point Sugarcoating" Remark

India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate said on Tuesday that middle-order batters KL Rahul and Sarfaraz Khan are locked in a selection battle for the second Test against New Zealand here even though head coach Gautam Gambhir is keen to give the former, a long rope. With India looking to bounce back from the eight-wicket thrashing at Bengaluru in the opening Test, focus will be on the team combination with Washington Sundar being added to the squad. Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant are both aiming to shake off injury concerns for the match starting Thursday.

"Sarfaraz Khan Will Sit Out, But...": BCCI Sent Triple-Centurion Reminder On India XI For 2nd Test

The Indian cricket team suffered an embarrassing eight-wicket loss at the hands of New Zealand in the first Test of the three-match series at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. A poor batting display in the first innings saw India lose the game despite making a remarkable comeback in their second essay. The Rohit Sharma-led side was bundled out for a mere 46 while it scored 462 in the second innings. In India's fightback, young batter Sarfaraz Khan played a crucial role by scoring 150 off 195 balls with the help of 18 fours and three sixes.

"Is R Ashwin Not Fully Fit?": Ex-India Star Questions Inclusion Of Washington Sundar For New Zealand Tests

After losing the first Test to New Zealand by eight wickets in Bengaluru, Rohit Sharma-led India made a change in their squad. They added Washington Sundar in the team for the remaining two Tests against the Blackcaps. The player, who bowls right-arm off-spin and bats left-handed, was not there even in the reserves of the squad that was announced earlier for the ongoing Test series. While the new entry surprised many, former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has tried to understand the reason behind the new entry.

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On Rishabh Pant's Injury, Coach Ryan Ten Doeschate Delivers Big Update

"Bit Of A Wicket Drought...": India Coach Gives Mammoth Verdict On Mohammed Siraj

Watch: Girl Asks Rohit Sharma To Give 'Big Fan' Message To Virat Kohli. His Reply Is...

Coach Ryan ten Doeschate Breaks Silence On 'Desperate' Claims Over Squad Change For New Zealand Tests

"Better If He Hadn't Bowled": Ravichandran Ashwin's 'Fifth Bowler' Status In 2nd Test Baffles Ex India Opener

On Sarfaraz Khan vs KL Rahul Question, India Coach's Blunt "No Point Sugarcoating" Remark

"Sarfaraz Khan Will Sit Out, But...": BCCI Sent Triple-Centurion Reminder On India XI For 2nd Test

"Is R Ashwin Not Fully Fit?": Ex-India Star Questions Inclusion Of Washington Sundar For New Zealand Tests