India lost the three-match Test series versus South Africa on Friday (January 14) at Newlands, Cape Town. Defending 212, India had claimed two wickets of the Dean Elgar-led side at stumps on Day 3 with the hosts well placed at 101-2 on Thursday.

Day 4 produced only one wicket for Virat Kohli-led India as Keegan Petersen (82), Rassie van der Dussen and Temba Bavuma completed the formalities for the hosts as they won the contest by seven wickets to clinch the series 2-1, despite conceding a 1-0 lead.

While India did fight hard during the course of the three Tests, in the African nation, the&nbsp;batters let the team down significantly. The likes of Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane, Mayank Agarwal didn't do anything extra ordinary whereas Kohli's century-drought continues. KL Rahul produced two good knocks but failed to capitalise on his starts on many occasions.&nbsp;

Hence, India returned with scores of 327, 174, 202, 266, 223 and 198. Talking about Rahane and Pujara, in particular, the two have been out of form for quite sometime. Rahane's last triple-figure knock came in late 2020 whereas Pujara has gone over two years since his last hundred. In the SA series, Rahane amassed 136 runs at 22.66 whereas the No. 3 batter Pujara finished with&nbsp;124 runs at 20.66.

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At the post-match press conference, Captain Kohli addressed India's batting woes and also opined on Pujara and Rahane. “Obviously, the batting has let us down in the last two games when we needed to step up. There is no running away from that. (On Pujara, Rahane) I cannot sit here and talk about what’s going to happen in the future. You’ll probably have to speak to the selectors about what they have in mind because this is not my job," he said.

Kohli added, "As I said before and I will say again, we will continue to back Cheteshwar and Ajinkya because of the kind of players they are, what they have done in Test cricket for India over the years, playing crucial knocks. In the second Test as well, you saw that important partnership in the second innings, which got us to a total that we could fight for. What the selectors have in mind, I cannot comment on that sitting here."

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Kohli &amp; Co. will, however, be gutted to miss the golden opportunity to win their first-ever Test series in the rainbow nation.&nbsp;

The action will now move to the three-match ODI series, starting on January 19 at Paarl. India will be led by KL Rahul in limited-overs captain Rohit Sharma's absence.&nbsp;

India lost the three-match Test series versus South Africa on Friday (January 14) at Newlands, Cape Town. Defending 212, India had claimed two wickets of the Dean Elgar-led side at stumps on Day 3 with the hosts well placed at 101-2 on Thursday.

India lost the three-match Test series versus South Africa on Friday (January 14) at Newlands, Cape Town. Defending 212, India had claimed two wickets of the Dean Elgar-led side at stumps on Day 3 with the hosts well placed at 101-2 on Thursday. Day 4 produced only one wicket for Virat Kohli-led India as Keegan Petersen (82), Rassie van der Dussen and Temba Bavuma completed the formalities for the hosts as they won the contest by seven wickets to clinch the series 2-1, despite conceding a 1-0 lead. While India did fight hard during the course of the three Tests, in the African nation, the batters let the team down significantly. The likes of Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane, Mayank Agarwal didn't do anything extra ordinary whereas Kohli's century-drought continues. KL Rahul produced two good knocks but failed to capitalise on his starts on many occasions. Hence, India returned with scores of 327, 174, 202, 266, 223 and 198. Talking about Rahane and Pujara, in particular, the two have been out of form for quite sometime. Rahane's last triple-figure knock came in late 2020 whereas Pujara has gone over two years since his last hundred. In the SA series, Rahane amassed 136 runs at 22.66 whereas the No. 3 batter Pujara finished with 124 runs at 20.66. ALSO READ | You think you can keep me quiet: Virat Kohli goes after SA counterpart Dean Elgar in 3rd Test - WATCH At the post-match press conference, Captain Kohli addressed India's batting woes and also opined on Pujara and Rahane. “Obviously, the batting has let us down in the last two games when we needed to step up. There is no running away from that. (On Pujara, Rahane) I cannot sit here and talk about what’s going to happen in the future. You’ll probably have to speak to the selectors about what they have in mind because this is not my job," he said. Kohli added, "As I said before and I will say again, we will continue to back Cheteshwar and Ajinkya because of the kind of players they are, what they have done in Test cricket for India over the years, playing crucial knocks. In the second Test as well, you saw that important partnership in the second innings, which got us to a total that we could fight for. What the selectors have in mind, I cannot comment on that sitting here." Kohli about Pujara-Rahane 👇. No clear indication about the future though.pic.twitter.com/O6QyJ43gct — Ryan (@ryandesa_07) January 14, 2022 × ALSO READ | Updated ICC World Test Championship points table after South Africa clinch series vs India at home Kohli & Co. will, however, be gutted to miss the golden opportunity to win their first-ever Test series in the rainbow nation. The action will now move to the three-match ODI series, starting on January 19 at Paarl. India will be led by KL Rahul in limited-overs captain Rohit Sharma's absence.

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Former India bowling coach Bharat Arun has been appointed to take up the same role for two-time IPL champions Kolkata Knight Riders, said the franchise on Friday ahead of the 2022 season. Arun, who played two Tests and four ODIs for India, takes over the role from former New Zealand pacer Kyle Mills with immediate effect. 
 
"I`m very excited and looking forward to becoming part of a highly successful franchise, such as the Knight Riders. I have admired the Knight Riders franchise for not only being very successful in the IPL &amp; around the world in T20 leagues but also for the way it is very professionally run," said Arun on his new coaching role. 
 
Arun was the bowling coach of the India men`s cricket team since 2014 and played a key role in developing the pace attack to world-class levels till his tenure came to an end in November 2021 alongside head coach Ravi Shastri and fielding coach R Sridhar.

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"A warm welcome to B Arun to the KKR coaching staff. With a strong and successful pedigree in the international game, I`m sure Arun will complement the current staff we have and I look forward to working with him. His experience at international level and the ability to give confidence and clarity to our bowling group will be important, as we attempt to quickly align a new group of players to the values and style of play for KKR," said head coach Brendon McCullum. 
 
After his playing days were over, Arun started his coaching career with the Tamil Nadu domestic team and became the chief bowling coach at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bangalore. He was the head coach of the India Under-19 team when they won the U19 World Cup in 2012 in Australia before moving into the bowling coach role for the senior men`s side. 
 
"We are very excited to have someone of the calibre of Bharat Arun joining us as our bowling coach. He will bring a wealth of experience and expertise to KKR`s strong support staff. We are delighted to welcome him to the Knight Riders family," said Venky Mysore, CEO &amp; MD of the franchise.

Former India bowling coach Bharat Arun has been appointed to take up the same role for two-time IPL champions Kolkata Knight Riders, said the franchise on Friday ahead of the 2022 season.

Former India bowling coach Bharat Arun has been appointed to take up the same role for two-time IPL champions Kolkata Knight Riders, said the franchise on Friday ahead of the 2022 season. Arun, who played two Tests and four ODIs for India, takes over the role from former New Zealand pacer Kyle Mills with immediate effect. "I`m very excited and looking forward to becoming part of a highly successful franchise, such as the Knight Riders. I have admired the Knight Riders franchise for not only being very successful in the IPL & around the world in T20 leagues but also for the way it is very professionally run," said Arun on his new coaching role. Arun was the bowling coach of the India men`s cricket team since 2014 and played a key role in developing the pace attack to world-class levels till his tenure came to an end in November 2021 alongside head coach Ravi Shastri and fielding coach R Sridhar. Read Also | Not UAE? BCCI contemplating staging IPL 2022 in Sri Lanka or South Africa as Plan B: Report "A warm welcome to B Arun to the KKR coaching staff. With a strong and successful pedigree in the international game, I`m sure Arun will complement the current staff we have and I look forward to working with him. His experience at international level and the ability to give confidence and clarity to our bowling group will be important, as we attempt to quickly align a new group of players to the values and style of play for KKR," said head coach Brendon McCullum. After his playing days were over, Arun started his coaching career with the Tamil Nadu domestic team and became the chief bowling coach at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bangalore. He was the head coach of the India Under-19 team when they won the U19 World Cup in 2012 in Australia before moving into the bowling coach role for the senior men`s side. "We are very excited to have someone of the calibre of Bharat Arun joining us as our bowling coach. He will bring a wealth of experience and expertise to KKR`s strong support staff. We are delighted to welcome him to the Knight Riders family," said Venky Mysore, CEO & MD of the franchise.

Kolkata Knight Riders appoint Bharat Arun as bowling coach for IPL 2022

Former world number one Andy Murray said Friday the Novak Djokovic saga is not good for tennis or the Australian Open but refused to stick the boot into his rival "whilst he's down".<o:p></o:p>

The 20-time Grand Slam winner's visa has been cancelled for a second time in a new attempt to deport the unvaccinated Djokovic just days before the opening major of the year, where he would be defending his title.<o:p></o:p>

British veteran Murray, a five-time finalist at Melbourne Park, said the saga had dragged on too long.<o:p></o:p>

"I mean, it's not a good situation," said the three-time Grand Slam winner after reaching his first final since 2019 at the Sydney Classic.<o:p></o:p>

But he added: "I'm not going to sit here and start kicking Novak whilst he's down.

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"It just seems like it's dragged on for quite a long time now and not great for the tennis, not great for the Australian Open, not great for Novak."<o:p></o:p>

Murray&nbsp;said he wasn't clear on what would happen next or whether the top seed could play his first-round match of the Australian Open against fellow Serb Miomir Kecmanovic next week.<o:p></o:p>

"I don't know what route he goes down, if he can appeal that and how long that takes, and can he still be out practising whilst that process is going on or still competing in the tournament?" he said.&nbsp;<o:p></o:p>

"Yeah, just want it obviously to get resolved. I think it would be good for everyone if that was the case."&nbsp;

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Djokovic is an avowed Covid-19 vaccine sceptic, which has caused his predicament, and Murray said while people should be free to make their own decisions, he encouraged everyone to get the jab.<o:p></o:p>

The 34-year-old Murray recounted that when he went for his booster vaccination, the nurse at his local hospital in Britain told him "every single person that is in ICU (intensive care) and on ventilators are all people that are unvaccinated".<o:p></o:p>

"So to me it makes sense for people to go ahead and have it done," said Murray.<o:p></o:p>

"Most young, sort of healthy athletes are probably going to be okay, but we've all got to play our part in this one."<o:p></o:p>

Former world number one Andy Murray said Friday the Novak Djokovic saga is not good for tennis or the Australian Open but refused to stick the boot into his rival "whilst he's down".

Former world number one Andy Murray said Friday the Novak Djokovic saga is not good for tennis or the Australian Open but refused to stick the boot into his rival "whilst he's down". The 20-time Grand Slam winner's visa has been cancelled for a second time in a new attempt to deport the unvaccinated Djokovic just days before the opening major of the year, where he would be defending his title. British veteran Murray, a five-time finalist at Melbourne Park, said the saga had dragged on too long. "I mean, it's not a good situation," said the three-time Grand Slam winner after reaching his first final since 2019 at the Sydney Classic. But he added: "I'm not going to sit here and start kicking Novak whilst he's down. Read Also | Novak Djokovic won't be deported from Australia on Friday, says Immigration Minister Alex Hawke "It just seems like it's dragged on for quite a long time now and not great for the tennis, not great for the Australian Open, not great for Novak." Murray said he wasn't clear on what would happen next or whether the top seed could play his first-round match of the Australian Open against fellow Serb Miomir Kecmanovic next week. "I don't know what route he goes down, if he can appeal that and how long that takes, and can he still be out practising whilst that process is going on or still competing in the tournament?" he said. "Yeah, just want it obviously to get resolved. I think it would be good for everyone if that was the case." Read Also | Novak Djokovic tries to avert deportation after Australia cancels visa again Djokovic is an avowed Covid-19 vaccine sceptic, which has caused his predicament, and Murray said while people should be free to make their own decisions, he encouraged everyone to get the jab. The 34-year-old Murray recounted that when he went for his booster vaccination, the nurse at his local hospital in Britain told him "every single person that is in ICU (intensive care) and on ventilators are all people that are unvaccinated". "So to me it makes sense for people to go ahead and have it done," said Murray. "Most young, sort of healthy athletes are probably going to be okay, but we've all got to play our part in this one."

Not kicking him whilst he's down, says Andy Murray on Novak Djokovic's Australian Open saga

Virat Kohli-led Team India lost the third and final Test versus Dean Elgar's South Africa on Friday (January14) to lose the series 2-1, despite a 1-0 lead. Defending 212, India struggled to dismiss the SA batters as the Elgar-led hosts romped past the No. 1 ranked Indian team to win the contest by 7 wickets and clinch the series 2-1.

The series was a highly intense affair and a great exhibition for Test cricket lovers. The likes of Keegan Petersen, Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Duanne Oliver, Elgar, Temba Bavuma stood tall for the Proteas whereas Jasprit Bumrah, Md Shami, Shardul Thakur, Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul did well for the visiting line-up. Nonetheless, there were also plenty of heated exchanges between the two sides during the course of the three Tests.&nbsp;

During SA's 212-run chase, on Day 3 (January 13), Kohli tried to get under the skin of his counterpart Elgar and sledged him to deter his concentration. The 33-year-old Indian captain claimed that Elgar was trying to avoid facing premier pacer Bumrah and even reminded him of the J'burg Test -- played on a tricky surface -- between both nations in early 2018.

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Kohli's sledge was caught on stump-mic where he said, "Unbelievable. Just after a Man of the Match performance in the last game, running from Jasprit...Chirping for 13 years Dean, you think you gonna keep me quiet? We all know who wanted the match called off in Jo'burg 2018. We all know that." Here's the video of Kohli's ruthless slegding of Elgar:

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After the end of the three Tests, India were deprived of winning their maiden series, in whites, on South African soil as the home side came from behind to win 2-1.

Hence at the post-match presentation, Kohli told the broadcasters, "&nbsp;I think it's a great spectacle of Test cricket for all to see. We played well in the first game to win but South Africa bounced back well in the second and carried on the momentum in the third as well. There was some lapse of concentration from us as well in key moments. I thought South Africa performed better in those key moments and totally deserved the win."

On the other hand, Elgar stated, "Pretty elated. Obviously will sink in a day or two, maybe this evening. Really proud. We were thrown under the sword quite a few times this series and the guys responded brilliantly. Obviously, to bounce back after losing the first game, to believe that we could still win. Extremely happy. (On how things turned around) Challenging your players, you need characters within the group and the bowling unit has been excellent all series. I had put up a challenge after the first game and the guys responded brilliantly. Helps to have a group that doesn't have any real big names, they like to rally together and play as one. And that's crucial. Extremely proud of this group of players that we have here."

Virat Kohli-led Team India lost the third and final Test versus Dean Elgar's South Africa on Friday (January14) to lose the series 2-1, despite a 1-0 lead. Defending 212, India struggled to dismiss the SA batters as the Elgar-led hosts romped past the No.

Virat Kohli-led Team India lost the third and final Test versus Dean Elgar's South Africa on Friday (January14) to lose the series 2-1, despite a 1-0 lead. Defending 212, India struggled to dismiss the SA batters as the Elgar-led hosts romped past the No. 1 ranked Indian team to win the contest by 7 wickets and clinch the series 2-1. The series was a highly intense affair and a great exhibition for Test cricket lovers. The likes of Keegan Petersen, Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Duanne Oliver, Elgar, Temba Bavuma stood tall for the Proteas whereas Jasprit Bumrah, Md Shami, Shardul Thakur, Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul did well for the visiting line-up. Nonetheless, there were also plenty of heated exchanges between the two sides during the course of the three Tests. During SA's 212-run chase, on Day 3 (January 13), Kohli tried to get under the skin of his counterpart Elgar and sledged him to deter his concentration. The 33-year-old Indian captain claimed that Elgar was trying to avoid facing premier pacer Bumrah and even reminded him of the J'burg Test -- played on a tricky surface -- between both nations in early 2018. ALSO READ | Updated ICC World Test Championship points table after South Africa clinch series vs India at home Kohli's sledge was caught on stump-mic where he said, "Unbelievable. Just after a Man of the Match performance in the last game, running from Jasprit...Chirping for 13 years Dean, you think you gonna keep me quiet? We all know who wanted the match called off in Jo'burg 2018. We all know that." Here's the video of Kohli's ruthless slegding of Elgar: GOLD pic.twitter.com/2OGy2EKqvp — Benaam Baadshah (@BenaamBaadshah4) January 14, 2022 × ALSO READ | [VIDEO] 'You go after someone who is 5 years younger': Kohli gives it back to Van der Dussen in 3rd Test After the end of the three Tests, India were deprived of winning their maiden series, in whites, on South African soil as the home side came from behind to win 2-1. Hence at the post-match presentation, Kohli told the broadcasters, " I think it's a great spectacle of Test cricket for all to see. We played well in the first game to win but South Africa bounced back well in the second and carried on the momentum in the third as well. There was some lapse of concentration from us as well in key moments. I thought South Africa performed better in those key moments and totally deserved the win." On the other hand, Elgar stated, "Pretty elated. Obviously will sink in a day or two, maybe this evening. Really proud. We were thrown under the sword quite a few times this series and the guys responded brilliantly. Obviously, to bounce back after losing the first game, to believe that we could still win. Extremely happy. (On how things turned around) Challenging your players, you need characters within the group and the bowling unit has been excellent all series. I had put up a challenge after the first game and the guys responded brilliantly. Helps to have a group that doesn't have any real big names, they like to rally together and play as one. And that's crucial. Extremely proud of this group of players that we have here."

You think you can keep me quiet: Virat Kohli goes after SA counterpart Dean Elgar in 3rd Test - WATCH

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Day 3 of the third and final Test between India and South Africa, at Newlands, Cape Town, was another topsy-turvy battle between both sides in the series finale. As India started the day at 57-2, with an overall lead of 70 runs, Rishabh Pant's unbeaten 100 enabled India to setup a tricky 212-run target for the Dean Elgar-led Proteas.

While SA ended the day's play at 101 for 2, with both the openers Aiden Markram and Captain Elgar back in the pavillion, there was a huge controversy which erupted when Elgar survived a very close LBW call. The Proteas captain was given out by the on-field umpire, Marais Erasmus,&nbsp;after being trapped plumb in front by R Ashwin. However, Elgar took the decision upstairs where replays showed that the ball had hit the left-hander below the knee, however, the hawk-eye displayed that the ball was going above the stumps. Thus,&nbsp;Elgar breathed a sigh of relief by getting a reprieve at that time (he eventually fell for 30 before close of play).

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Thus, this led to a huge controversy as Indian players -- such as Captain Virat Kohli, KL Rahul and Ashwin -- didn't mince their words and showed their frustration&nbsp;in the middle.

"Focus on your team as well and not just the opposition,” Kohli said as he walked up to the stump mic after Ashwin and Rahul also expressed their displeasure over the ball-tracking system.

The 33-year-old Kohli went too far ahead and even mocked the broadcaster 'SuperSport', claiming that they were doing what they could to help the home side.

Thus, former SA batter Daryll&nbsp;Cullinan came down heavily on Captain Kohli. He feels the Indian star batter has for too long got away with his overaggressive behaviour on-field.&nbsp;

“This is the typical Virat&nbsp;untouchable!&nbsp;He behaves the way he wants to behave. The rest of the cricket world just bows down to Virat. The powerhouse is India. I hate to say this but it’s been going on for years. It’s just the big suck up towards India and anybody who plays for India. They are untouchable, so everyone will laugh it off,” the former South African told&nbsp;ESPNCricinfo.

“I love Virat Kohli, I love his cricket, I love the way he plays. But there has to be a line drawn somewhere to say ‘hang on, you must be severely punished’. If anything, it was a mistake. I just cannot believe that they could think along those sort of lines. For too long Virat has got away with behavior which is unacceptable on a cricket field. But he’s Kohli and I don’t like it, quite frankly," he added.

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Former Indian cricketer-turned-commentator Sanjay Manjrekar also agreed with Cullinal and feels that the Indian team's comments were extremely serious.

“There was an insinuation from the Indian camp that the host broadcasters were up to some mischief to make sure they were putting their own team at an advantage. That is a serious kind of insinuation. I have a problem with that,” Manjrekar said.

“Virat Kohli is going through one of the most difficult phases of his career. He lost his ODI captaincy, there has been some controversy over that. This is the first time that I am seeing self-doubts have started creeping in. We saw it during the IPL as well. Never thought this guy would be under-confident,” he added.

Many former cricketers and experts of the game have slammed Team India for their approach on the entire DRS controversy. After the DRS incident, India lost the plot on the field during the fag end of Day 3 by leaking runs at will as SA ended the day's play at 101-2, chasing 212.

Day 3 of the third and final Test between India and South Africa, at Newlands, Cape Town, was another topsy-turvy battle between both sides in the series finale.

Day 3 of the third and final Test between India and South Africa, at Newlands, Cape Town, was another topsy-turvy battle between both sides in the series finale. As India started the day at 57-2, with an overall lead of 70 runs, Rishabh Pant's unbeaten 100 enabled India to setup a tricky 212-run target for the Dean Elgar-led Proteas. While SA ended the day's play at 101 for 2, with both the openers Aiden Markram and Captain Elgar back in the pavillion, there was a huge controversy which erupted when Elgar survived a very close LBW call. The Proteas captain was given out by the on-field umpire, Marais Erasmus, after being trapped plumb in front by R Ashwin. However, Elgar took the decision upstairs where replays showed that the ball had hit the left-hander below the knee, however, the hawk-eye displayed that the ball was going above the stumps. Thus, Elgar breathed a sigh of relief by getting a reprieve at that time (he eventually fell for 30 before close of play). ALSO READ | 'Focus on your team..': Virat Kohli vents out anger on stump mic after Dean Elgar DRS controversy - WATCH Thus, this led to a huge controversy as Indian players -- such as Captain Virat Kohli, KL Rahul and Ashwin -- didn't mince their words and showed their frustration in the middle. "Focus on your team as well and not just the opposition,” Kohli said as he walked up to the stump mic after Ashwin and Rahul also expressed their displeasure over the ball-tracking system. The 33-year-old Kohli went too far ahead and even mocked the broadcaster 'SuperSport', claiming that they were doing what they could to help the home side. Thus, former SA batter Daryll Cullinan came down heavily on Captain Kohli. He feels the Indian star batter has for too long got away with his overaggressive behaviour on-field. “This is the typical Virat untouchable! He behaves the way he wants to behave. The rest of the cricket world just bows down to Virat. The powerhouse is India. I hate to say this but it’s been going on for years. It’s just the big suck up towards India and anybody who plays for India. They are untouchable, so everyone will laugh it off,” the former South African told ESPNCricinfo. “I love Virat Kohli, I love his cricket, I love the way he plays. But there has to be a line drawn somewhere to say ‘hang on, you must be severely punished’. If anything, it was a mistake. I just cannot believe that they could think along those sort of lines. For too long Virat has got away with behavior which is unacceptable on a cricket field. But he’s Kohli and I don’t like it, quite frankly," he added. ALSO READ | Virat Kohli is very immature: Gautam Gambhir slams Indian skipper after stump-mic outburst in 3rd Test Former Indian cricketer-turned-commentator Sanjay Manjrekar also agreed with Cullinal and feels that the Indian team's comments were extremely serious. “There was an insinuation from the Indian camp that the host broadcasters were up to some mischief to make sure they were putting their own team at an advantage. That is a serious kind of insinuation. I have a problem with that,” Manjrekar said. “Virat Kohli is going through one of the most difficult phases of his career. He lost his ODI captaincy, there has been some controversy over that. This is the first time that I am seeing self-doubts have started creeping in. We saw it during the IPL as well. Never thought this guy would be under-confident,” he added. Many former cricketers and experts of the game have slammed Team India for their approach on the entire DRS controversy. After the DRS incident, India lost the plot on the field during the fag end of Day 3 by leaking runs at will as SA ended the day's play at 101-2, chasing 212.

Kohli must be severely punished: Ex-SA batter shares his take on DRS controversy in Cape Town Test

Day 3 of the Cape Town Test between India and South Africa saw Proteas skipper Dean Elgar survive a close DRS call during his side's 212-run chase towards the end of day's proceedings, on Thursday (January 13). For the unversed, the Proteas captain was given out by the on-field umpire, Marais Erasmus,&nbsp;after being trapped plumb in front off R Ashwin's bowling. However, the left-hander&nbsp;took the decision upstairs. While the replays showed that the ball had hit the left-hander below the knee, the hawk-eye displayed that the ball was going over the stumps.

Thus, it led to Elgar getting a reprieve as Virat Kohli-led Indian team showed their frustration and even blamed the host broadcaster, SuperSport, for doing things favouring the home side in the riveting series.&nbsp;"Focus on your team as well and not just the opposition,” said Kohli as the 33-year-old walked up to the stump mic whereas the likes of Ashwin and Rahul expressed their displeasure over the ball-tracking system as well by not mincing their words.

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Following the whole DRS controversy, many former cricketers and experts of the game have slammed Kohli &amp; Co. for their approach and comments following Dean Elgar lbw decision being overturned. Former Pakistan spinner Saeed Ajmal also joined the bandwagon and lashed out at Team India.

“I have seen Dean Elgar’s review many times. Seeing him, no one can say that the ball is going over the stump. It is clear that the ball is hitting his knees and he is out. But why is Team India raising questions? In the 2011 World Cup, when Sachin Tendulkar’s decision on my ball was reversed, then India had said that DRS is a reliable and accurate technique. Then why are they now saying that DRS technology is not reliable and correct. Simply because the verdict went against you,”&nbsp;Ajmal said. He, thus, recalled&nbsp;the controversial DRS decision which led to Tendulkar surviving a close lbw call off his bowling during the marquee 2011 ODI WC semi-final between India and Pakistan in Mohali.

“There was no point in not giving Sachin Tendulkar out even on my ball in the 2011 World Cup. In 2011, my ball was not missing the stump in the same way as Ashwin was not doing against Elgar in Cape Town,”&nbsp;he added.

Day 3 of the Cape Town Test between India and South Africa saw Proteas skipper Dean Elgar survive a close DRS call during his side's 212-run chase towards the end of day's proceedings, on Thursday (January 13).

Day 3 of the Cape Town Test between India and South Africa saw Proteas skipper Dean Elgar survive a close DRS call during his side's 212-run chase towards the end of day's proceedings, on Thursday (January 13). For the unversed, the Proteas captain was given out by the on-field umpire, Marais Erasmus, after being trapped plumb in front off R Ashwin's bowling. However, the left-hander took the decision upstairs. While the replays showed that the ball had hit the left-hander below the knee, the hawk-eye displayed that the ball was going over the stumps. Thus, it led to Elgar getting a reprieve as Virat Kohli-led Indian team showed their frustration and even blamed the host broadcaster, SuperSport, for doing things favouring the home side in the riveting series. "Focus on your team as well and not just the opposition,” said Kohli as the 33-year-old walked up to the stump mic whereas the likes of Ashwin and Rahul expressed their displeasure over the ball-tracking system as well by not mincing their words. ALSO READ | Kohli must be severely punished: Ex-SA batter shares his take on DRS controversy in Cape Town Test pic.twitter.com/00dPXQv8sK — Addicric (@addicric) January 13, 2022 × ALSO READ | Virat Kohli is very immature: Gautam Gambhir slams Indian skipper after stump-mic outburst in 3rd Test Following the whole DRS controversy, many former cricketers and experts of the game have slammed Kohli & Co. for their approach and comments following Dean Elgar lbw decision being overturned. Former Pakistan spinner Saeed Ajmal also joined the bandwagon and lashed out at Team India. “I have seen Dean Elgar’s review many times. Seeing him, no one can say that the ball is going over the stump. It is clear that the ball is hitting his knees and he is out. But why is Team India raising questions? In the 2011 World Cup, when Sachin Tendulkar’s decision on my ball was reversed, then India had said that DRS is a reliable and accurate technique. Then why are they now saying that DRS technology is not reliable and correct. Simply because the verdict went against you,” Ajmal said. He, thus, recalled the controversial DRS decision which led to Tendulkar surviving a close lbw call off his bowling during the marquee 2011 ODI WC semi-final between India and Pakistan in Mohali. “There was no point in not giving Sachin Tendulkar out even on my ball in the 2011 World Cup. In 2011, my ball was not missing the stump in the same way as Ashwin was not doing against Elgar in Cape Town,” he added.

Why are India complaining now? Saeed Ajmal reacts as his wounds from 2011 World Cup comes alive

Day 3 of the third and final Test between India and South Africa lived upto expectations on Thursday (January 13). Resuming the day with Virat Kohli-led India 57 for 2, with an overall lead of 70 runs, wickets fell in quick succession in the morning session before Rishabh Pant's unbeaten 100 propelled India's lead to 211 as the visitors were dismissed for 198.

With this, the two sides went to stumps on Day 3 with Dean Elgar &amp; Co. at 101 for 2, losing both the openers in pursuit of 212. Thus, the fourth day will determine the winner of the three-match Test series; which has been an intense and riveting affair with the momentum shifting from one side to the other.

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During Day 3's proceedings, Kohli &amp; Co. achieved a rather bizarre feat under their belt. They have become the first-ever side in Test cricket history where all their batters were dismissed out caught in a match. Yes, none of India’s wickets fell due to&nbsp;LBW or bowled as each batsman was out caught in both the outings.

For the unversed, there have been five instances of 19 batsmen falling to catches. The first time it happened was in 1982/83 to England against Australia in Brisbane. The Asian giants Pakistan also endured a similar fate against the Aussies in Sydney during the 2009/10 tour. On the other hand, England were at the receiving end once again during the 2013/14 Ashes at Brisbane. South Africa too have been part of this in their game&nbsp;against England in Cape Town in 2019/20 before India joined the list, at the same venue, during&nbsp; the third and final Test.&nbsp;

Day 4, on Friday (January 14), will let the cricket fans, all across the globe,&nbsp;know whether Kohli &amp; Co. will achieve their maiden Test series win on South African soil or not.&nbsp;

India need 8 more wickets whereas SA are in search of 111 more runs while chasing 212

Day 3 of the third and final Test between India and South Africa lived upto expectations on Thursday (January 13). Resuming the day with Virat Kohli-led India 57 for 2, with an overall lead of 70 runs, wickets fell in quick succession in the morning session before Rishabh Pant's unbeaten 100 propelled India's lead to 211 as the visitors were dismissed for 198.

Day 3 of the third and final Test between India and South Africa lived upto expectations on Thursday (January 13). Resuming the day with Virat Kohli-led India 57 for 2, with an overall lead of 70 runs, wickets fell in quick succession in the morning session before Rishabh Pant's unbeaten 100 propelled India's lead to 211 as the visitors were dismissed for 198. With this, the two sides went to stumps on Day 3 with Dean Elgar & Co. at 101 for 2, losing both the openers in pursuit of 212. Thus, the fourth day will determine the winner of the three-match Test series; which has been an intense and riveting affair with the momentum shifting from one side to the other. ALSO READ | India vs SA, 3rd Test: Rishabh Pant enters record books with sensational ton on Day 3 in Cape Town During Day 3's proceedings, Kohli & Co. achieved a rather bizarre feat under their belt. They have become the first-ever side in Test cricket history where all their batters were dismissed out caught in a match. Yes, none of India’s wickets fell due to LBW or bowled as each batsman was out caught in both the outings. For the unversed, there have been five instances of 19 batsmen falling to catches. The first time it happened was in 1982/83 to England against Australia in Brisbane. The Asian giants Pakistan also endured a similar fate against the Aussies in Sydney during the 2009/10 tour. On the other hand, England were at the receiving end once again during the 2013/14 Ashes at Brisbane. South Africa too have been part of this in their game against England in Cape Town in 2019/20 before India joined the list, at the same venue, during the third and final Test. Day 4, on Friday (January 14), will let the cricket fans, all across the globe, know whether Kohli & Co. will achieve their maiden Test series win on South African soil or not. India need 8 more wickets whereas SA are in search of 111 more runs while chasing 212

Virat Kohli-led India become first-ever batting line-up to achieve bizarre feat in purest format

India lost the third and final Test versus Dean Elgar-led South Africa to lose the three-match series 2-1. On Friday (January 14), the Proteas resumed their 212-run chase with Keegan Petersen and Rassie van der Dussen in the middle. Petersen missed out on his maiden century (82) but did the job as the home side crushed past the No. 1 ranked Virat Kohli-led Indian team by 7 wickets.

With this, India missed a golden opportunity to win their first-ever Test series on South African soil. India have won a series in England, Australia (twice in a row) and in New Zealand, however, SA was their final frontier to conquer before conceding the series despite a 1-0 lead.

Talking about the third Test, Kohli-led India won the toss and managed only 223 in the first innings, thanks to Captain Kohli's gritty 79. In reply, Jasprit Bumrah's 5 for 42 restricted the Proteas for 210, enabling a vital 13-run lead for the visitors, before India only managed 198 in their second essay (courtesy Rishabh Pant's 100*). As a result, Elgar &amp; Co. marched past the visiting side to win the contest, and series, by 7 wiclets.

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Here's a look at the updated ICC World Test Championship post the SA-IND Test series in the African nation:

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At the post-match presentation, Kohli told the broadcasters, "&nbsp;I think it's a great spectacle of Test cricket for all to see. We played well in the first game to win but South Africa bounced back well in the second and carried on the momentum in the third as well. There was some lapse of concentration from us as well in key moments. I thought South Africa performed better in those key moments and totally deserved the win."

On the other hand, Elgar told, "Pretty elated. Obviously will sink in a day or two, maybe this evening. Really proud. We were thrown under the sword quite a few times this series and the guys responded brilliantly. Obviously, to bounce back after losing the first game, to believe that we could still win. Extremely happy. (On how things turned around) Challenging your players, you need characters within the group and the bowling unit has been excellent all series. I had put up a challenge after the first game and the guys responded brilliantly. Helps to have a group that doesn't have any real big names, they like to rally together and play as one. And that's crucial. Extremely proud of this group of players that we have here."

A lot many changed are expected in the WTC points table following the conclusion of the fifth and final Ashes 2021/22 edition, Down Under, whereas plenty of action in the red-ball format will continue in the coming weeks.

India lost the third and final Test versus Dean Elgar-led South Africa to lose the three-match series 2-1. On Friday (January 14), the Proteas resumed their 212-run chase with Keegan Petersen and Rassie van der Dussen in the middle.

India lost the third and final Test versus Dean Elgar-led South Africa to lose the three-match series 2-1. On Friday (January 14), the Proteas resumed their 212-run chase with Keegan Petersen and Rassie van der Dussen in the middle. Petersen missed out on his maiden century (82) but did the job as the home side crushed past the No. 1 ranked Virat Kohli-led Indian team by 7 wickets. With this, India missed a golden opportunity to win their first-ever Test series on South African soil. India have won a series in England, Australia (twice in a row) and in New Zealand, however, SA was their final frontier to conquer before conceding the series despite a 1-0 lead. Talking about the third Test, Kohli-led India won the toss and managed only 223 in the first innings, thanks to Captain Kohli's gritty 79. In reply, Jasprit Bumrah's 5 for 42 restricted the Proteas for 210, enabling a vital 13-run lead for the visitors, before India only managed 198 in their second essay (courtesy Rishabh Pant's 100*). As a result, Elgar & Co. marched past the visiting side to win the contest, and series, by 7 wiclets. ALSO READ | Virat Kohli should be fined or suspended: Michael Vaughan lashes out at Team India over DRS rant Here's a look at the updated ICC World Test Championship post the SA-IND Test series in the African nation: ALSO READ | Kohli must be severely punished: Ex-SA batter shares his take on DRS controversy in Cape Town Test At the post-match presentation, Kohli told the broadcasters, " I think it's a great spectacle of Test cricket for all to see. We played well in the first game to win but South Africa bounced back well in the second and carried on the momentum in the third as well. There was some lapse of concentration from us as well in key moments. I thought South Africa performed better in those key moments and totally deserved the win." On the other hand, Elgar told, "Pretty elated. Obviously will sink in a day or two, maybe this evening. Really proud. We were thrown under the sword quite a few times this series and the guys responded brilliantly. Obviously, to bounce back after losing the first game, to believe that we could still win. Extremely happy. (On how things turned around) Challenging your players, you need characters within the group and the bowling unit has been excellent all series. I had put up a challenge after the first game and the guys responded brilliantly. Helps to have a group that doesn't have any real big names, they like to rally together and play as one. And that's crucial. Extremely proud of this group of players that we have here." A lot many changed are expected in the WTC points table following the conclusion of the fifth and final Ashes 2021/22 edition, Down Under, whereas plenty of action in the red-ball format will continue in the coming weeks.

Updated ICC World Test Championship points table after South Africa clinch series vs India at home

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu stormed into the semi-finals of the ongoing India Open 2022, which is part of the BWF World Tour tournament series, at the KD Jadhav stadium on Friday.

Sindhu defeated Ashmita Chaliha in the straight sets of 21-7, 21-18 in a match that lasted for 36 minute. Apart from Sindhu, shuttlers Lakshya Sen and Aakarshi Kashyap were among others who made their way into the semis.

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Sindhu claimed her victory in the first round like a cake walk but in the second game, Chaliha tried her level best and took the score to a very close margin. In the end, it was Sindhu who put the last nail in the coffin and ended the round with 21-18 victory.

On the other hand, Sen defeated shuttler HS Prannoy 14-21, 21-9, 21-14 in 60 minutes while Kashyap defeated Malvika Bansod 21-12, 21-15 in 46 minutes.Later in the day, the men`s doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will be going against the Malaysian duo of Loh Kean Hean and Loh Kean Hean.

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu stormed into the semi-finals of the ongoing India Open 2022, which is part of the BWF World Tour tournament series, at the KD Jadhav stadium on Friday.

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu stormed into the semi-finals of the ongoing India Open 2022, which is part of the BWF World Tour tournament series, at the KD Jadhav stadium on Friday. Sindhu defeated Ashmita Chaliha in the straight sets of 21-7, 21-18 in a match that lasted for 36 minute. Apart from Sindhu, shuttlers Lakshya Sen and Aakarshi Kashyap were among others who made their way into the semis. Read Also | PV Sindhu thrashes Ira Sharma, enters next round of Indian Open Sindhu claimed her victory in the first round like a cake walk but in the second game, Chaliha tried her level best and took the score to a very close margin. In the end, it was Sindhu who put the last nail in the coffin and ended the round with 21-18 victory. On the other hand, Sen defeated shuttler HS Prannoy 14-21, 21-9, 21-14 in 60 minutes while Kashyap defeated Malvika Bansod 21-12, 21-15 in 46 minutes.Later in the day, the men`s doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will be going against the Malaysian duo of Loh Kean Hean and Loh Kean Hean.

Lakshya Sen, PV Sindhu make it to semi-finals of Indian Open

Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal has tested positive for COVID-19 while the team is in Saudi Arabia playing in the Spanish Super Cup, the club confirmed on Friday.

A Real Madrid spokesman told Reuters that the club is consulting the Saudi authorities to learn what procedures to follow. The club confirmed that the player had been vaccinated against COVID-19.

Saudi Arabia`s COVID-19 protocols determine that any person who tests positive has to quarantine for seven days and test negative twice before being cleared.

Real are set to face Athletic Bilbao in Sunday`s final, after beating rivals Barcelona 3-2 after extra time in the semis. 
Spanish FA president Luis Rubiales confirmed on Friday that there are unvaccinated players at the tournament. 
Reuters reported on Thursday that Saudi Arabia waived its requirement for visitors to be fully vaccinated to allow players from Spain to compete in the Spanish Super Cup on Saudi soil.

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"The Saudi government told us that exceptions were going to be made," Rubiales told Spanish radio station Cadena SER on Friday.

"We are being criticised for doing that but we would also be if eight or 10 players missed the tournament... In life, it doesn`t matter what you do, everything is going to be criticised. We are happy that Saudi Arabia understood our exceptions."

Full vaccination is mandatory to enter the kingdom according to guidelines on the government website. 
Yet, those exceptions were exposed when Brazil coach Tite announced on Thursday&nbsp;that he was leaving Atletico Madrid defender Renan Lodi out of his squad for the next two World Cup qualifiers because the player has not had a full course of COVID-19 vaccines.

Lodi entered Saudi Arabia on Tuesday and played against Athletic Bilbao later on Thursday in the tournament`s second semi-final. 
Rubiales defended the Spanish FA for moving the Super Cup to Saudi Arabia, which has been accused of human rights violations by Amnesty International.

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Saudi Arabia has no codified legal system and no laws regarding sexual orientation or gender identity. Judges have convicted people for "immorality", having sexual relations outside of marriage, and homosexual sex.

"We are a football federation that reached an agreement with another federation," Rubiales told SER.

"We have found a magnificent agreement for Spanish and Saudi football. I do not enter into criticism. When they criticise, they talk about politics, about things outside of football.

"There are many companies that work here. We are doing a service for Spanish football and we are also campaigning to host the World Cup so here is the right place to be."

Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal has tested positive for COVID-19 while the team is in Saudi Arabia playing in the Spanish Super Cup, the club confirmed on Friday.

Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal has tested positive for COVID-19 while the team is in Saudi Arabia playing in the Spanish Super Cup, the club confirmed on Friday. A Real Madrid spokesman told Reuters that the club is consulting the Saudi authorities to learn what procedures to follow. The club confirmed that the player had been vaccinated against COVID-19. Saudi Arabia`s COVID-19 protocols determine that any person who tests positive has to quarantine for seven days and test negative twice before being cleared. Real are set to face Athletic Bilbao in Sunday`s final, after beating rivals Barcelona 3-2 after extra time in the semis. Spanish FA president Luis Rubiales confirmed on Friday that there are unvaccinated players at the tournament. Reuters reported on Thursday that Saudi Arabia waived its requirement for visitors to be fully vaccinated to allow players from Spain to compete in the Spanish Super Cup on Saudi soil. Read Also | Liverpool frustrated by 10-man Arsenal in League Cup semi-final stalemate "The Saudi government told us that exceptions were going to be made," Rubiales told Spanish radio station Cadena SER on Friday. "We are being criticised for doing that but we would also be if eight or 10 players missed the tournament... In life, it doesn`t matter what you do, everything is going to be criticised. We are happy that Saudi Arabia understood our exceptions." Full vaccination is mandatory to enter the kingdom according to guidelines on the government website. Yet, those exceptions were exposed when Brazil coach Tite announced on Thursday that he was leaving Atletico Madrid defender Renan Lodi out of his squad for the next two World Cup qualifiers because the player has not had a full course of COVID-19 vaccines. Lodi entered Saudi Arabia on Tuesday and played against Athletic Bilbao later on Thursday in the tournament`s second semi-final. Rubiales defended the Spanish FA for moving the Super Cup to Saudi Arabia, which has been accused of human rights violations by Amnesty International. Read Also | EFL Cup: When and where to watch Liverpool vs Arsenal Carabao Cup semi-final encounter? Saudi Arabia has no codified legal system and no laws regarding sexual orientation or gender identity. Judges have convicted people for "immorality", having sexual relations outside of marriage, and homosexual sex. "We are a football federation that reached an agreement with another federation," Rubiales told SER. "We have found a magnificent agreement for Spanish and Saudi football. I do not enter into criticism. When they criticise, they talk about politics, about things outside of football. "There are many companies that work here. We are doing a service for Spanish football and we are also campaigning to host the World Cup so here is the right place to be."

Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal tests Covid positive in Saudi Arabia

India lost the third and final Test versus Dean Elgar-led South Africa at Newlands, Cape Town on Friday (January 14). Day 4 commenced with South Africa in the driver's seat, at 101-2 in pursuit of 212, as Keegan Petersen, Rassie van der Dussen and Temba Bavuma completed the formalities for the home side to win by 7 wickets and claim the series 2-1.

The series had plenty of moments as both sides showed a lot of character, grit and determination to emerge on top. Thus, the three-match Test series was intensely and Day 3 of the final Test was a prove of it. After Rishabh Pant's unbeaten ton propelled India to setup a 212-run target for the home side, Dean Elgar survived a very close lbw call during the fag end of the day's proceedings, off R Ashwin's bowling.&nbsp;

After being given out initially by the on-field umpire, Elgar referred the decision upstairs. While the replays showed that the ball had hit the batter below the knee, the hawk-eye displayed that the ball was going above the stumps. Hence, he managed to survive as Indian players expressed their frustration without mincing their words.

Captain Kohli said on the stump-mic, "Focus on your team as well and not just the opposition, trying to catch people all the time."

Meanwhile, KL Rahul was heard saying, “Whole country playing against XI guys," whereas the 35-year-old Ashwin and said, "You should find better ways to win Supersport (the host broadcaster)."

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Former England captain Michael Vaughan has now commented on the DRS controversy and lashed out at Team India for their rant on-field. He told Fox Sports, “I think that is disgraceful from the Indians personally. Decisions go with you, they go against you, that didn’t go the way they think it should have gone. Virat Kohli is a legend of the game, but that’s not the way to act, that is not the way to act in a game of Test match cricket."

“The ICC have to stamp this down, they have to stamp down on the Indian side, you can’t get away with talking down the stump microphone like Ravi Ashwin has done and the Indian captain has done," added the ex-England skipper.&nbsp;

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On Day 4, on Friday, India eventually lost the third Test and the series, 2-1, to miss out on a golden opportunity to win a maiden Test series on South African soil. In the ICC World Test Championship points table, the No. 1 ranked Indian team also slipped below SA to occupy the fifth spot following the series loss.

On being asked what action should the ICC take. he asserted, "He needs to be fined, he needs to be suspended."

India lost the third and final Test versus Dean Elgar-led South Africa at Newlands, Cape Town on Friday (January 14). Day 4 commenced with South Africa in the driver's seat, at 101-2 in pursuit of 212, as Keegan Petersen, Rassie van der Dussen and Temba Bavuma completed the formalities for the home side to win by 7 wickets and claim the series 2-1.

India lost the third and final Test versus Dean Elgar-led South Africa at Newlands, Cape Town on Friday (January 14). Day 4 commenced with South Africa in the driver's seat, at 101-2 in pursuit of 212, as Keegan Petersen, Rassie van der Dussen and Temba Bavuma completed the formalities for the home side to win by 7 wickets and claim the series 2-1. The series had plenty of moments as both sides showed a lot of character, grit and determination to emerge on top. Thus, the three-match Test series was intensely and Day 3 of the final Test was a prove of it. After Rishabh Pant's unbeaten ton propelled India to setup a 212-run target for the home side, Dean Elgar survived a very close lbw call during the fag end of the day's proceedings, off R Ashwin's bowling. After being given out initially by the on-field umpire, Elgar referred the decision upstairs. While the replays showed that the ball had hit the batter below the knee, the hawk-eye displayed that the ball was going above the stumps. Hence, he managed to survive as Indian players expressed their frustration without mincing their words. Captain Kohli said on the stump-mic, "Focus on your team as well and not just the opposition, trying to catch people all the time." Meanwhile, KL Rahul was heard saying, “Whole country playing against XI guys," whereas the 35-year-old Ashwin and said, "You should find better ways to win Supersport (the host broadcaster)." ALSO READ | Why are India complaining now? Saeed Ajmal reacts as his wounds from 2011 World Cup comes alive Former England captain Michael Vaughan has now commented on the DRS controversy and lashed out at Team India for their rant on-field. He told Fox Sports, “I think that is disgraceful from the Indians personally. Decisions go with you, they go against you, that didn’t go the way they think it should have gone. Virat Kohli is a legend of the game, but that’s not the way to act, that is not the way to act in a game of Test match cricket." “The ICC have to stamp this down, they have to stamp down on the Indian side, you can’t get away with talking down the stump microphone like Ravi Ashwin has done and the Indian captain has done," added the ex-England skipper. ALSO READ | Kohli must be severely punished: Ex-SA batter shares his take on DRS controversy in Cape Town Test On Day 4, on Friday, India eventually lost the third Test and the series, 2-1, to miss out on a golden opportunity to win a maiden Test series on South African soil. In the ICC World Test Championship points table, the No. 1 ranked Indian team also slipped below SA to occupy the fifth spot following the series loss. On being asked what action should the ICC take. he asserted, "He needs to be fined, he needs to be suspended."

Virat Kohli should be fined or suspended: Michael Vaughan lashes out at Team India over DRS rant

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