<p>Virat Kohli-led Team India have plenty of quality bowlers who have stood tall and delivered the goods for the national side, especially in the Test format. India have maintained their dominant run in Tests for quite sometime and maximum credit needs to be given to their current crop of bowlers.</p>

<p>At present, India have senior pacers in the form of Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah along with spin duo R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja. However, the likes of Axar Patel, Shardul Thakur, Mohammed Siraj and Jayant Yadav have also made a mark in their given chances. Hence, all eyes are on them ahead of India's upcoming three-match Test series versus South Africa in the African nation, from December 26.</p>

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<p>Veteran off-spinner Harbhajan Singh opined on India's bowling combination for the SA series and lavished praise on Siraj. Stating that Shami and Bumrah will be automatic picks along with Ashwin and Jadeja, Bhajji has his eyes on Siraj and stated that he will be India's&nbsp; No. 1 bowler in near future.</p>

<p>"Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, and Mohammed Siraj... what an outstanding bowler. In the time to come, he will be India's No. 1 bowler. With him, I feel Shardul Thakur will return because in South Africa you will require a seamer who can bat as well. Along with them, we shall certainly see R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja playing and perhaps, Axar Patel could also be seen operating with them," Harbhajan said on his YouTube channel.</p>

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<p>For the unversed, Siraj has had a dream start to his Test career. He ended as India's leading wicket-taker in the 2020/21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy versus Australia (with 13 scalps) and also returned with 14 wickets in the four Tests versus England in the United Kingdom. He featured in the second and final Test versus New Zealand recently, where he ended with 3 for 19 in NZ's first essay.</p>

<p>So far, Siraj has accounted for 33 wickets in 10 Tests, at an average of 27.69, and is expected to continue his inspiring run in South Africa.</p>

<p>The three-match Test series versus the Proteas is set to commence on December 26 at Centurion, followed by the remaining two Tests.</p>


Virat Kohli-led Team India have plenty of quality bowlers who have stood tall and delivered the goods for the national side, especially in the Test format. India have maintained their dominant run in Tests for quite sometime and maximum credit needs to be given to their current crop of bowlers.

Virat Kohli-led Team India have plenty of quality bowlers who have stood tall and delivered the goods for the national side, especially in the Test format. India have maintained their dominant run in Tests for quite sometime and maximum credit needs to be given to their current crop of bowlers. At present, India have senior pacers in the form of Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah along with spin duo R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja. However, the likes of Axar Patel, Shardul Thakur, Mohammed Siraj and Jayant Yadav have also made a mark in their given chances. Hence, all eyes are on them ahead of India's upcoming three-match Test series versus South Africa in the African nation, from December 26. ALSO READ | Harbhajan Singh likely to announce retirement, set to join support staff of high-profile IPL team - Report Veteran off-spinner Harbhajan Singh opined on India's bowling combination for the SA series and lavished praise on Siraj. Stating that Shami and Bumrah will be automatic picks along with Ashwin and Jadeja, Bhajji has his eyes on Siraj and stated that he will be India's No. 1 bowler in near future. "Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, and Mohammed Siraj... what an outstanding bowler. In the time to come, he will be India's No. 1 bowler. With him, I feel Shardul Thakur will return because in South Africa you will require a seamer who can bat as well. Along with them, we shall certainly see R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja playing and perhaps, Axar Patel could also be seen operating with them," Harbhajan said on his YouTube channel. ALSO READ | Dravid will go with tried and tested method: Karthik feels Pujara, Rahane will feature in 1st Test vs SA For the unversed, Siraj has had a dream start to his Test career. He ended as India's leading wicket-taker in the 2020/21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy versus Australia (with 13 scalps) and also returned with 14 wickets in the four Tests versus England in the United Kingdom. He featured in the second and final Test versus New Zealand recently, where he ended with 3 for 19 in NZ's first essay. So far, Siraj has accounted for 33 wickets in 10 Tests, at an average of 27.69, and is expected to continue his inspiring run in South Africa. The three-match Test series versus the Proteas is set to commence on December 26 at Centurion, followed by the remaining two Tests.

Not Jasprit Bumrah or R Ashwin! Harbhajan Singh names who could be India's No. 1 bowler in future

Ravichandran Ashwin surpasses Harbhajan Singh: A look at India's highest wicket-takers in Test cricket history

<p>Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh weighed in on the performance of Ajinkya Rahane, who is going through a lean patch in his career. The former spin legend has also named a replacement of Test vice-captain, claiming it to be the "perfect solution" for Team India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 33-year-old has been facing criticism for his recent performances as he has hit just one century and a couple of fifties in the last 16 Tests. His average has also declined.&nbsp;</p>

<p>If we talk about his performance in 2020, he scored 272 runs in four matches he played and in 2021, he scored 407 runs from 12 Tests he has played. In India vs New Zealand Test in Kapur, his performance was criticised as he scored 35 in the first innings and four runs in the second.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Media reports have even suggested that Rahane might lose his Test vice-captaincy going forward. It has been understood that the Indian cricket governing body, BCCI, might pick T20 skipper Rohit Sharma as Test vice-captain for the upcoming South Africa series.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Harbhajan has backed young Indian batter Shreyas Iyer to replace struggling Rahane, saying that he is "ready to fill the slot". Speaking on his YouTube channel, the former spinner said, "Shreyas Iyer batted brilliantly in the last game and showed his talent."</p>

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<p>Shreyas Iyer has dazzled on his debut Test by hitting a magnificent century. Talking about the same, Harbhajan said, "I am so happy that he made the most of the opportunity in the middle order. Meanwhile, Ajinkya Rahane is not scoring runs. Going forward, Iyer could be India's perfect solution."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The first Test ended as a draw but Iyer won the Player of the Match award.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Don't know if Rahane will be a part of the India squad for the South Africa series but Iyer, I feel, has made his case as a middle-order option. It will be interesting when the selection happens," he further said.&nbsp;</p>


Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh weighed in on the performance of Ajinkya Rahane, who is going through a lean patch in his career. The former spin legend has also named a replacement of Test vice-captain, claiming it to be the "perfect solution" for Team India.

Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh weighed in on the performance of Ajinkya Rahane, who is going through a lean patch in his career. The former spin legend has also named a replacement of Test vice-captain, claiming it to be the "perfect solution" for Team India. The 33-year-old has been facing criticism for his recent performances as he has hit just one century and a couple of fifties in the last 16 Tests. His average has also declined. If we talk about his performance in 2020, he scored 272 runs in four matches he played and in 2021, he scored 407 runs from 12 Tests he has played. In India vs New Zealand Test in Kapur, his performance was criticised as he scored 35 in the first innings and four runs in the second. ALSO READ | Ajaz Patel breaks Ian Botham's 41-year-old record with his magical spell against India in Mumbai Test Media reports have even suggested that Rahane might lose his Test vice-captaincy going forward. It has been understood that the Indian cricket governing body, BCCI, might pick T20 skipper Rohit Sharma as Test vice-captain for the upcoming South Africa series. Meanwhile, Harbhajan has backed young Indian batter Shreyas Iyer to replace struggling Rahane, saying that he is "ready to fill the slot". Speaking on his YouTube channel, the former spinner said, "Shreyas Iyer batted brilliantly in the last game and showed his talent." ALSO READ | Kohli in disbelief after getting bowled by Rachin Ravindra in 2nd Test against New Zealand - WATCH Shreyas Iyer has dazzled on his debut Test by hitting a magnificent century. Talking about the same, Harbhajan said, "I am so happy that he made the most of the opportunity in the middle order. Meanwhile, Ajinkya Rahane is not scoring runs. Going forward, Iyer could be India's perfect solution." The first Test ended as a draw but Iyer won the Player of the Match award. "Don't know if Rahane will be a part of the India squad for the South Africa series but Iyer, I feel, has made his case as a middle-order option. It will be interesting when the selection happens," he further said.

Harbhajan Singh names replacement for Ajinkya Rahane: He could be India's 'perfect solution'

<p>R Ashwin achieved a big feat during the fifth and final day of the first Test between India and New Zealand at Green Park, Kanpur. The off-spinner was five wickets away from surpassing Harbhajan Singh in the list of most wickets for India in red-ball format prior to the Kanpur Test. While he accounted for three scalps in NZ's first essay, he removed opener Tom Latham (52) on the final day to move past Bhajji's wicket-tally.</p>

<p>With this, Ashwin toppled veteran off-spinner Harbhajan to take the third spot in terms of most wickets for India in whites (418 scalps). Here's the top five wicket-takers for India in the purest format after the drawn Kanpur Test:</p>

<p>Anil Kumble - 619</p>

<p>Kapil Dev - 434</p>

<p><strong>R Ashwin - 419*</strong></p>

<p>Harbhajan Singh - 417</p>

<p>Zaheer Khan/Ishant Sharma- 311</p>

<p>Ashwin ended the game with a six-wicket haul as India and New Zealand were involved in a humdinger of a contest in Kanpur, which ended in a draw. In pursuit of 284, the Kiwis were 165/9 but managed to earn a draw and go into the second and final Test, on December 3, with a 0-0 scoreline.</p>

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<p>Speaking after the game, the 35-year-old Ashwin revealed that it was Harbhajan's famous spell against Australia in 2001 that inspired him to become a spinner.&nbsp;"These are numbers that are just happening because of the effort I have been putting in.. I am trying to enjoy my game. I am not worried about what number I am surpassing, it is a wonderful milestone. When Harbhajan Singh bowled that famous spell against Australia in 2001, I did not think I would be an off-spinner one day," Ashwin told&nbsp;Shreyas lyer in a video which was posted by bcci.tv.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At the post-match presentation, he had told the broadcasters, "(On moving past Harbhajan's tally) These are milestones that are constantly kept on tab, it's wonderful. Ever since Rahul bhai has taken over, he's kept saying that how many ever wickets you take, how many ever runs you make in 10 years time, you won't remember them. It's the memories that matters so I want to have some special memories going forward in the next 3-4 years."</p>

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<p>For the unversed, Ashwin has 292 scalps at home and has accounted for 123 wickets while playing being on the road. On the other hand, he has 4 wickets at neutral venues. In addition, he has 30 five-fers and 7 ten-wicket hauls in his Test career.</p>

<p>Ashwin will like to guide India to a series win in the second and final Test versus the Black Caps, in Mumbai, which will start on December 3 at the Wankhede Stadium.</p>


R Ashwin achieved a big feat during the fifth and final day of the first Test between India and New Zealand at Green Park, Kanpur. The off-spinner was five wickets away from surpassing Harbhajan Singh in the list of most wickets for India in red-ball format prior to the Kanpur Test.

R Ashwin achieved a big feat during the fifth and final day of the first Test between India and New Zealand at Green Park, Kanpur. The off-spinner was five wickets away from surpassing Harbhajan Singh in the list of most wickets for India in red-ball format prior to the Kanpur Test. While he accounted for three scalps in NZ's first essay, he removed opener Tom Latham (52) on the final day to move past Bhajji's wicket-tally. With this, Ashwin toppled veteran off-spinner Harbhajan to take the third spot in terms of most wickets for India in whites (418 scalps). Here's the top five wicket-takers for India in the purest format after the drawn Kanpur Test: Anil Kumble - 619 Kapil Dev - 434 R Ashwin - 419* Harbhajan Singh - 417 Zaheer Khan/Ishant Sharma- 311 Ashwin ended the game with a six-wicket haul as India and New Zealand were involved in a humdinger of a contest in Kanpur, which ended in a draw. In pursuit of 284, the Kiwis were 165/9 but managed to earn a draw and go into the second and final Test, on December 3, with a 0-0 scoreline. ALSO READ | Will India's tour of SA go ahead amid Omicron scare? BCCI and CSA in touch, monitoring situation closely Speaking after the game, the 35-year-old Ashwin revealed that it was Harbhajan's famous spell against Australia in 2001 that inspired him to become a spinner. "These are numbers that are just happening because of the effort I have been putting in.. I am trying to enjoy my game. I am not worried about what number I am surpassing, it is a wonderful milestone. When Harbhajan Singh bowled that famous spell against Australia in 2001, I did not think I would be an off-spinner one day," Ashwin told Shreyas lyer in a video which was posted by bcci.tv. At the post-match presentation, he had told the broadcasters, "(On moving past Harbhajan's tally) These are milestones that are constantly kept on tab, it's wonderful. Ever since Rahul bhai has taken over, he's kept saying that how many ever wickets you take, how many ever runs you make in 10 years time, you won't remember them. It's the memories that matters so I want to have some special memories going forward in the next 3-4 years." ALSO READ | Harbhajan Singh reacts as R Ashwin topples him to become India's 3rd highest wicket-taker in Tests For the unversed, Ashwin has 292 scalps at home and has accounted for 123 wickets while playing being on the road. On the other hand, he has 4 wickets at neutral venues. In addition, he has 30 five-fers and 7 ten-wicket hauls in his Test career. Ashwin will like to guide India to a series win in the second and final Test versus the Black Caps, in Mumbai, which will start on December 3 at the Wankhede Stadium.

IND vs NZ: R Ashwin shares how Harbhajan's 2001 spell vs Australia inspired him to become a spinner

<p>R Ashwin dismissed Tom Latham (52) during the final day's play between India and New Zealand in the series opener at Green Park, Kanpur. With his wicket, Ashwin achieved a huge milestone as the wily off-spinner surpassed Harbhajan Singh to become India's third highest wicket-taker in the red-ball format.</p>

<p>Ashwin was five wickets away from moving past Harbhajan's wicket-tally when India commenced the first Test versus the Kane Williamson-led New Zealand at Kanpur. The 35-year-old returned with a three-wicket haul in NZ's first essay and removed openers Will Young and Latham, in the final innings, to topple Bhajji.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the match, Ashwin reacted to the news of moving past Harbhajan and told the broadcasters, "These are milestones that are constantly kept on tab, it's wonderful. Ever since Rahul bhai has taken over, he's kept saying that how many ever wickets you take, how many ever runs you make in 10 years time, you won't remember them. It's the memories that matters so I want to have some special memories going forward in the next 3-4 years."</p>

<p><strong>The top-five wicket-takers for India in Tests are as follows:</strong></p>

<p>Anil Kumble - 619</p>

<p>Kapil Dev - 434</p>

<p><strong>R Ashwin - 419*</strong></p>

<p>Harbhajan Singh - 417</p>

<p>Zaheer Khan/Ishant Sharma - 311</p>

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<p>On the other hand, the veteran off-spinner Harbhajan also reacted to Ashwin's feat and told PTI, "I would like to congratulate Ashwin on his milestone. Well done and hope he wins many more matches for India. I never believed in comparisons. We played our best cricket in different times, against different opposition. I had done my best for the country back then and ditto for Ashwin, he did his best now."</p>

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<p>Ashwin returned with six wickets in the first Test but couldn't take Ajinkya Rahane &amp; Co. to a win as NZ managed a draw at stumps on Day Five, being 165/9 in pursuit of 284. The second and final Test will get underway from December 3 at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.</p>


R Ashwin dismissed Tom Latham (52) during the final day's play between India and New Zealand in the series opener at Green Park, Kanpur. With his wicket, Ashwin achieved a huge milestone as the wily off-spinner surpassed Harbhajan Singh to become India's third highest wicket-taker in the red-ball format.

R Ashwin dismissed Tom Latham (52) during the final day's play between India and New Zealand in the series opener at Green Park, Kanpur. With his wicket, Ashwin achieved a huge milestone as the wily off-spinner surpassed Harbhajan Singh to become India's third highest wicket-taker in the red-ball format. Ashwin was five wickets away from moving past Harbhajan's wicket-tally when India commenced the first Test versus the Kane Williamson-led New Zealand at Kanpur. The 35-year-old returned with a three-wicket haul in NZ's first essay and removed openers Will Young and Latham, in the final innings, to topple Bhajji. After the match, Ashwin reacted to the news of moving past Harbhajan and told the broadcasters, "These are milestones that are constantly kept on tab, it's wonderful. Ever since Rahul bhai has taken over, he's kept saying that how many ever wickets you take, how many ever runs you make in 10 years time, you won't remember them. It's the memories that matters so I want to have some special memories going forward in the next 3-4 years." The top-five wicket-takers for India in Tests are as follows: Anil Kumble - 619 Kapil Dev - 434 R Ashwin - 419* Harbhajan Singh - 417 Zaheer Khan/Ishant Sharma - 311 ALSO READ | None like The Wall! Rahul Dravid donates generously to groundstaff for sporting track in Kanpur Test On the other hand, the veteran off-spinner Harbhajan also reacted to Ashwin's feat and told PTI, "I would like to congratulate Ashwin on his milestone. Well done and hope he wins many more matches for India. I never believed in comparisons. We played our best cricket in different times, against different opposition. I had done my best for the country back then and ditto for Ashwin, he did his best now." ALSO READ | IND vs NZ: Wasim Jaffer shares an 'out-of-the-box' suggestion on who could open with Shubman Gill in 2nd Test Ashwin returned with six wickets in the first Test but couldn't take Ajinkya Rahane & Co. to a win as NZ managed a draw at stumps on Day Five, being 165/9 in pursuit of 284. The second and final Test will get underway from December 3 at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.

Harbhajan Singh reacts as R Ashwin topples him to become India's 3rd highest wicket-taker in Tests

<p>R Ashwin dismissed the well-set batter Tom Latham, for 52, on Day 5 of the first Test between India and New Zealand at Kanpur. Latham, who missed out on a well-deserved century in the first innings, was standing tall in the middle -- with visitors chasing 284 on the final day -- before he tried to cut but played it down to hit the stumps. With Latham's dismissal, Ajinkya Rahane &amp; Co. not only moved closer to a win in the series opener, but Ashwin also achieved a big feat under his belt.</p>

<p>Ashwin, who made his Test debut in 2011, moved past veteran off-spinner Harbhajan Singh's wicket-tally (417) in the format to become the third-highest wicket-taker for the country in the purest format. <strong>The top-five wicket-takers for India in Tests are as follows:</strong></p>

<p>Anil Kumble - 619</p>

<p>Kapil Dev - 434</p>

<p><strong>R Ashwin - 418*</strong></p>

<p>Harbhajan Singh - 417</p>

<p>Zaheer Khan/Ishant Sharma - 311</p>

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<p>Talking about Ashwin's career, the wily off-spinner has so far accounted for 30 five-fers and 7 ten-wicket hauls in the purest format. The 35-year-old has 291 wickets at home, 123 scalps in away Tests whereas also has 4 victims in neutral venues. The spinner has been most dominant while playing at home but has also enjoyed success in Sri Lanka and West Indies. In India's recent assignments in SENA countries, Ashwin has remained economical and had some success in England and Australia. For the unversed, he was India's second-highest wicket-taker in the 2020/21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Ashwin will aim to cross former Indian captain Kapil Dev's tally in the upcoming Tests. However, it will be a herculean task for him to surpass Kumble, given the off-spinner is already in the mid-30s. Irrespective of wherever he finishes in the list of most Test wickets for India, Ashwin is sure to sign off as one of the best Indian bowlers especially in the red-ball format.</p>


R Ashwin dismissed the well-set batter Tom Latham, for 52, on Day 5 of the first Test between India and New Zealand at Kanpur. Latham, who missed out on a well-deserved century in the first innings, was standing tall in the middle -- with visitors chasing 284 on the final day -- before he tried to cut but played it down to hit the stumps.

R Ashwin dismissed the well-set batter Tom Latham, for 52, on Day 5 of the first Test between India and New Zealand at Kanpur. Latham, who missed out on a well-deserved century in the first innings, was standing tall in the middle -- with visitors chasing 284 on the final day -- before he tried to cut but played it down to hit the stumps. With Latham's dismissal, Ajinkya Rahane & Co. not only moved closer to a win in the series opener, but Ashwin also achieved a big feat under his belt. Ashwin, who made his Test debut in 2011, moved past veteran off-spinner Harbhajan Singh's wicket-tally (417) in the format to become the third-highest wicket-taker for the country in the purest format. The top-five wicket-takers for India in Tests are as follows: Anil Kumble - 619 Kapil Dev - 434 R Ashwin - 418* Harbhajan Singh - 417 Zaheer Khan/Ishant Sharma - 311 ALSO READ | Shreyas Iyer reveals advice from head coach Rahul Dravid after dream Test debut against New Zealand Talking about Ashwin's career, the wily off-spinner has so far accounted for 30 five-fers and 7 ten-wicket hauls in the purest format. The 35-year-old has 291 wickets at home, 123 scalps in away Tests whereas also has 4 victims in neutral venues. The spinner has been most dominant while playing at home but has also enjoyed success in Sri Lanka and West Indies. In India's recent assignments in SENA countries, Ashwin has remained economical and had some success in England and Australia. For the unversed, he was India's second-highest wicket-taker in the 2020/21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. ALSO READ | 'He will do....' - Kapil Dev makes bold claim on Team India's head coach Rahul Dravid Ashwin will aim to cross former Indian captain Kapil Dev's tally in the upcoming Tests. However, it will be a herculean task for him to surpass Kumble, given the off-spinner is already in the mid-30s. Irrespective of wherever he finishes in the list of most Test wickets for India, Ashwin is sure to sign off as one of the best Indian bowlers especially in the red-ball format.

Kanpur Test: Ashwin becomes India's 3rd-highest wicket-taker in purest format, surpasses Harbhajan

<p>Test cricket has returned in India after the India-England series, which was held early this year. Following the IPL 2021 edition's final leg and T20 World Cup, both held in the UAE, the longest format has returned for the national side as Ajinkya Rahane-led India have locked horns with Kane Williamson's New Zealand in the series opener of the two-match Tests, in Green Park, Kanpur on Thursday (November 25).</p>

<p>While India are without the services of many of their regulars in the format, such as captain Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul and Mohammed Shami, their spin department is filled with the famed trio of R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel. Talking about Ashwin, he accounted for 32&nbsp;scalps in India's last home series, versus England, and will look to continue in a similar manner versus the Kiwis.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Talking about the wily off-spinner, he is also on the cusp of surpassing veteran bowler Harbhajan Singh in an elite list. Ashwin (413 scalps) in just four wickets away from equalling Bhajji's wicket-tally in whites (417). Thus, the 34-year-old has a chance to move past Bhajji during NZ's first innings itself with a five-fer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the list for most Test wickets among Indian players, Anil Kumble (619) leads the charts and is followed by Kapil Dev (434) and Harbhajan. Ashwin sits at the fourth spot currently whereas Zaheer Khan and Ishant Sharma are tied at the fifth position (with 311 scalps each).</p>

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<p>Talking about the series opener, Rahane-led India won the toss in Kanpur on Thursday morning. At lunch, India were well-placed at 82 for 1 but lost opener Shubman Gill for 52 in the second session. The hosts will look to post anything over 400 whereas Ashwin will then like to dictate terms with the red cherry in hand.</p>


Test cricket has returned in India after the India-England series, which was held early this year. Following the IPL 2021 edition's final leg and T20 World Cup, both held in the UAE, the longest format has returned for the national side as Ajinkya Rahane-led India have locked horns with Kane Williamson's New Zealand in the series opener of the two-match Tests, in Green Park, Kanpur on Thursday (November 25).

Test cricket has returned in India after the India-England series, which was held early this year. Following the IPL 2021 edition's final leg and T20 World Cup, both held in the UAE, the longest format has returned for the national side as Ajinkya Rahane-led India have locked horns with Kane Williamson's New Zealand in the series opener of the two-match Tests, in Green Park, Kanpur on Thursday (November 25). While India are without the services of many of their regulars in the format, such as captain Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul and Mohammed Shami, their spin department is filled with the famed trio of R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel. Talking about Ashwin, he accounted for 32 scalps in India's last home series, versus England, and will look to continue in a similar manner versus the Kiwis. ALSO READ | Ind vs NZ: Wasim Jaffer wins the internet with epic post as Test cricket returns after IPL 2021, T20 WC Talking about the wily off-spinner, he is also on the cusp of surpassing veteran bowler Harbhajan Singh in an elite list. Ashwin (413 scalps) in just four wickets away from equalling Bhajji's wicket-tally in whites (417). Thus, the 34-year-old has a chance to move past Bhajji during NZ's first innings itself with a five-fer. In the list for most Test wickets among Indian players, Anil Kumble (619) leads the charts and is followed by Kapil Dev (434) and Harbhajan. Ashwin sits at the fourth spot currently whereas Zaheer Khan and Ishant Sharma are tied at the fifth position (with 311 scalps each). ALSO READ | 'Don't think Axar and Jadeja are in the same league,' says former Pakistan cricketer Talking about the series opener, Rahane-led India won the toss in Kanpur on Thursday morning. At lunch, India were well-placed at 82 for 1 but lost opener Shubman Gill for 52 in the second session. The hosts will look to post anything over 400 whereas Ashwin will then like to dictate terms with the red cherry in hand.

Ind vs NZ, 1st Test: Ashwin on verge of surpassing Harbhajan in elite list during series opener in Kanpur

<p>Rahul Dravid has taken over as Team India's head coach from Ravi Shastri after the former Indian all-rounder's tenure came to an end post the T20 World Cup. Under Shastri, India enjoyed considerable success across formats but couldn't end their ICC-trophy drought. Hence, Dravid is expected to turn things around and lead India to an ICC title, with their last major trophy coming in 2013.</p>

<p>Dravid has started with a bang by guiding the Indian team to a 3-0 whitewash over New Zealand in three T20Is. Ahead of the two-match Test series between India and the Black Caps, at home, veteran off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has pointed out what changes one will be able to see in the Dravid-era.</p>

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<p>Speaking to Star Sports, Harbhajan said, "See, the combination will obviously take some time for everyone to adjust to with new things, new processes that Rahul will bring onto the table and I think the triangle of these three is joined to one another, Rahul with Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. I think they should be working together and take Indian cricket to new heights."</p>

<p>"With Rahul coming in, I can tell you that players will be given a lot of assurance. Players will be given good chances, there won't be any unfair treatment and you’ll be left out of the team, they will be given proper opportunities and that’s what Rahul Dravid will bring onto the table. He will bring a lot of stability to the team," added Harbhajan.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Dravid-coached India will take on Kane Williamson-led New Zealand in the two-match Test series opener on Thursday (November 25) in Kanpur. While Ajinkya Rahane-led India will be without many of their key players -- regular captain Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, etc. -- they will still start as favourites and look to avenge their WTC final loss versus the Kiwis.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For the unversed, Dravid has been appointed as India's coach till 2023 ODI World Cup. Hence, he has quite a big task on his shoulders to end India's ICC-title drought with mega events lined-up in each year.</p>


Rahul Dravid has taken over as Team India's head coach from Ravi Shastri after the former Indian all-rounder's tenure came to an end post the T20 World Cup. Under Shastri, India enjoyed considerable success across formats but couldn't end their ICC-trophy drought.

Rahul Dravid has taken over as Team India's head coach from Ravi Shastri after the former Indian all-rounder's tenure came to an end post the T20 World Cup. Under Shastri, India enjoyed considerable success across formats but couldn't end their ICC-trophy drought. Hence, Dravid is expected to turn things around and lead India to an ICC title, with their last major trophy coming in 2013. Dravid has started with a bang by guiding the Indian team to a 3-0 whitewash over New Zealand in three T20Is. Ahead of the two-match Test series between India and the Black Caps, at home, veteran off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has pointed out what changes one will be able to see in the Dravid-era. ALSO READ | IND vs NZ, 1st Test live streaming: When and where to watch India vs New Zealand match live online? Speaking to Star Sports, Harbhajan said, "See, the combination will obviously take some time for everyone to adjust to with new things, new processes that Rahul will bring onto the table and I think the triangle of these three is joined to one another, Rahul with Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. I think they should be working together and take Indian cricket to new heights." "With Rahul coming in, I can tell you that players will be given a lot of assurance. Players will be given good chances, there won't be any unfair treatment and you’ll be left out of the team, they will be given proper opportunities and that’s what Rahul Dravid will bring onto the table. He will bring a lot of stability to the team," added Harbhajan. ALSO READ | IND vs NZ, 1st Test: With Shreyas Iyer set to debut, predicting Team India's XI for series opener in Kanpur Dravid-coached India will take on Kane Williamson-led New Zealand in the two-match Test series opener on Thursday (November 25) in Kanpur. While Ajinkya Rahane-led India will be without many of their key players -- regular captain Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, etc. -- they will still start as favourites and look to avenge their WTC final loss versus the Kiwis. For the unversed, Dravid has been appointed as India's coach till 2023 ODI World Cup. Hence, he has quite a big task on his shoulders to end India's ICC-title drought with mega events lined-up in each year.

There won't be any unfair treatment: Harbhajan points out changes Rahul Dravid will bring in Team India

<p>Veteran spinner Harbhajan Singh has reacted hilariously to Team India pacer Deepak Chahar getting an award for his stare down at New Zealand opener Martin Guptill during the first T20I between the two sides in Jaipur on Thursday. Chahar was awarded the 'Moment of the Match' award in the first T20I after he was involved in a staredown with Guptill during New Zealand's innings.</p>

<p>Harbhajan took to Twitter to react to the incident and hilariously pointed out that he would have been a billionaire had such an award existed during his playing days. Harbhajan's tweet tickled the funny bones of cricket fans on Twitter, who were left wondering how Chahar got an award of Rs 1 lakh just for an intense stare at Guptill.</p>

<p>“Knha tha yeh award pehle..Mai billionaire ho jaata. What a award (Where was this award before, I would have been a billionaire. What an award)," Harbhajan wrote in a tweet.</p>

<p>India got off to a winning start in the three-match T20I series as they won the opening encounter by five wickets after successfully chasing down the target of 165 runs with two balls to spare. Batting first, New Zealand rode on Martin Guptill's 70 and Mark Chapman's 63 to post 164 runs on the board in 20 overs.</p>

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<p>Bhuvneshwar Kumar and R Ashwin were the pick of the bowlers for India as the duo picked up two wickets apiece. Chahar didn't have a great outing with the ball as he went on to concede 42 runs off his four overs while picking up a solitary wicket.</p>

<p>In reply, Suryakumar Yadav's 40-ball 62 and skipper Rohit Sharma's 48 off 36 balls saw India chase down the target comfortably at the end. India will be looking to make it two wins in a row in the second T20I on Friday to seal the three-match series with an unassailable lead of 2-0.</p>


Veteran spinner Harbhajan Singh has reacted hilariously to Team India pacer Deepak Chahar getting an award for his stare down at New Zealand opener Martin Guptill during the first T20I between the two sides in Jaipur on Thursday.

Veteran spinner Harbhajan Singh has reacted hilariously to Team India pacer Deepak Chahar getting an award for his stare down at New Zealand opener Martin Guptill during the first T20I between the two sides in Jaipur on Thursday. Chahar was awarded the 'Moment of the Match' award in the first T20I after he was involved in a staredown with Guptill during New Zealand's innings. Harbhajan took to Twitter to react to the incident and hilariously pointed out that he would have been a billionaire had such an award existed during his playing days. Harbhajan's tweet tickled the funny bones of cricket fans on Twitter, who were left wondering how Chahar got an award of Rs 1 lakh just for an intense stare at Guptill. “Knha tha yeh award pehle..Mai billionaire ho jaata. What a award (Where was this award before, I would have been a billionaire. What an award)," Harbhajan wrote in a tweet. India got off to a winning start in the three-match T20I series as they won the opening encounter by five wickets after successfully chasing down the target of 165 runs with two balls to spare. Batting first, New Zealand rode on Martin Guptill's 70 and Mark Chapman's 63 to post 164 runs on the board in 20 overs. Also Read: Martin Guptill on cusp of breaking Virat Kohli's elusive record as India take on New Zealand in 2nd T20I Bhuvneshwar Kumar and R Ashwin were the pick of the bowlers for India as the duo picked up two wickets apiece. Chahar didn't have a great outing with the ball as he went on to concede 42 runs off his four overs while picking up a solitary wicket. In reply, Suryakumar Yadav's 40-ball 62 and skipper Rohit Sharma's 48 off 36 balls saw India chase down the target comfortably at the end. India will be looking to make it two wins in a row in the second T20I on Friday to seal the three-match series with an unassailable lead of 2-0.

'I would have been a billionaire': Harbhjan Singh on Deepak Chahar getting awarded for stare down

<p>The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday announced India's 15-man squad for the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand. After a disappointing campaign in the T20 World Cup 2021, Virat Kohli has stepped down as captain in T20Is and Rohit Sharma has been appointed as his successor.</p>

<p>Rohit will be leading India in the T20I series against New Zealand. While the likes of Ruturaj Gaikwad, Avesh Khan, Venkatesh Iyer and Harshal Patel have been included in the Indian team's squad after their brilliant show in IPL 2021, senior players like Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Shami have been rested.</p>

<p>BCCI also confirmed India A's squad for their tour of South Africa which begins on November 23. Priyank Panchal will be leading the India A team consisting of stars like Prithvi Shaw, Devdutt Padikkal, Navdeep Saini and the latest pace sensation Umran Malik.</p>

<p>Veteran Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh has lashed out at the national selectors for ignoring senior batter Sheldon Jackosn, who has been in great form in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2021-22 for Saurashtra. Harbhajan also mentioned Jackson's performances in the 2018-19 and 2019-20 seasons where he notched up 854 and 809 runs respectively while also lifting the trophy once. Jackson plays for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL).</p>

<p>"Ranji season 2018/19 scored 854 and 2019/2020 scored 809 and also Ranji champion that year plus this year current form yet not getting picked even for India A team. can selector tell him what else he need to do to ply for india apart from scoring runs #shame @ShelJackson27," Harbhajan wrote in a tweet.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Ranji season 2018/19 scored 854 and 2019/2020 scored 809 and also Ranji champion that year plus this year current form yet not getting picked even for India A team.can 🇮🇳selector tell him what else he need to do to ply for india apart from scoring runs <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/shame?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#shame</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ShelJackson27?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ShelJackson27</a> <a href="https://t.co/HcwQDwhGsZ">pic.twitter.com/HcwQDwhGsZ</a></p>
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<p>In another tweet, Harbhajan brought up the case of Punjab batter Mandeep Singh, who has also been snubbed from India A squad. Citing his record in the Ranji Trophy 2019-20, Harbhajan said the Indian selectors should watch some domestic matches.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"Another top player not getting his dues&nbsp;@mandeeps12&nbsp;forget team India not even in India A.selectors need to see some domestic matches records or else what’s th point having Ranji seasons.check his stats last domestic season played.due to corona no cricket in 20/21 #shocking," he wrote in another tweet.</p>

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<p>While Jackson is 35-year-old and has never played for India with age potentially&nbsp;being a major factor behind his non-selection, 29-year-old Mandeep has played for India and India A in the past and has been a consistent performer for Punjab in the domestic circuit.</p>

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday announced India's 15-man squad for the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand. After a disappointing campaign in the T20 World Cup 2021, Virat Kohli has stepped down as captain in T20Is and Rohit Sharma has been appointed as his successor.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday announced India's 15-man squad for the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand. After a disappointing campaign in the T20 World Cup 2021, Virat Kohli has stepped down as captain in T20Is and Rohit Sharma has been appointed as his successor. Rohit will be leading India in the T20I series against New Zealand. While the likes of Ruturaj Gaikwad, Avesh Khan, Venkatesh Iyer and Harshal Patel have been included in the Indian team's squad after their brilliant show in IPL 2021, senior players like Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Shami have been rested. BCCI also confirmed India A's squad for their tour of South Africa which begins on November 23. Priyank Panchal will be leading the India A team consisting of stars like Prithvi Shaw, Devdutt Padikkal, Navdeep Saini and the latest pace sensation Umran Malik. Veteran Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh has lashed out at the national selectors for ignoring senior batter Sheldon Jackosn, who has been in great form in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2021-22 for Saurashtra. Harbhajan also mentioned Jackson's performances in the 2018-19 and 2019-20 seasons where he notched up 854 and 809 runs respectively while also lifting the trophy once. Jackson plays for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL). "Ranji season 2018/19 scored 854 and 2019/2020 scored 809 and also Ranji champion that year plus this year current form yet not getting picked even for India A team. can selector tell him what else he need to do to ply for india apart from scoring runs #shame @ShelJackson27," Harbhajan wrote in a tweet. Ranji season 2018/19 scored 854 and 2019/2020 scored 809 and also Ranji champion that year plus this year current form yet not getting picked even for India A team.can 🇮🇳selector tell him what else he need to do to ply for india apart from scoring runs #shame @ShelJackson27 pic.twitter.com/HcwQDwhGsZ — Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) November 9, 2021 × In another tweet, Harbhajan brought up the case of Punjab batter Mandeep Singh, who has also been snubbed from India A squad. Citing his record in the Ranji Trophy 2019-20, Harbhajan said the Indian selectors should watch some domestic matches. Also Read: Rohit named captain; Gaikwad, Avesh make the cut in India's 15-man squad for New Zealand T20Is "Another top player not getting his dues @mandeeps12 forget team India not even in India A.selectors need to see some domestic matches records or else what’s th point having Ranji seasons.check his stats last domestic season played.due to corona no cricket in 20/21 #shocking," he wrote in another tweet. Another top player not getting his dues @mandeeps12 forget team India not even in India A.selectors need to see some domestic matches records or else what’s th point having Ranji seasons.check his stats last domestic season played.due to corona no cricket in 20/21 #shocking pic.twitter.com/UotDWxux11 — Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) November 9, 2021 × While Jackson is 35-year-old and has never played for India with age potentially being a major factor behind his non-selection, 29-year-old Mandeep has played for India and India A in the past and has been a consistent performer for Punjab in the domestic circuit.

Shame! Harbhajan Singh slams selectors as KKR star misses out on a spot in India A team for SA tour

<p>Veteran Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh has criticised Team India's bowling coach Bharat Arun over his remarks on the toss being one of the reasons behind the team's failure in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2021. India were knocked out of the tournament on Sunday (November 07) after Afghanistan's 8-wicket defeat at the hands of New Zealand in Abu Dhabi.</p>

<p>New Zealand became the second team from Group 2 to qualify for the semis with eight points from five matches. Harbhajan said the Indian team management should accept the fact that the team didn't play as well as they should have and failed to live up to the expectations in the tournament.</p>

<p>India lost their opening game against arch-rivals Pakistan by ten wickets before getting thrashed by New Zealand by eight wickets in their next game. The consecutive defeats in their first two matches did enough damage as India eventually bowed out of the competition even before they could have taken the field in their last Super 12 game against Namibia.</p>

<p>Talking about India's poor show in the tournament, the team's bowling coach Bharat Arun had earlier blamed the toss and the pitches in Dubai for India's lacklustre performances. Arun had claimed batting second was not easy on the Dubai track which cost India in the tournament.</p>

<p>"I am not trying to give any excuses but I think in this World Cup the trend has been the team that wins the toss has a big advantage especially when you are in playing in Dubai. The wicket kind of eases out when you come out to bowl the second time. These are no excuses. We should have done better, we should have batted better. In the first match, we had the chance to defend a good total, but we looked a little below par," bowling coach Arun said during the pre-match presser ahead of India's game against Namibia.</p>

<p>Reacting to Arun's remarks, Harbhajan cited the example of MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings, who won the final of IPL 2021 after batting first against Kolkata Knight Riders in Dubai. CSK had posted a big total of 192 runs on the board, batting first and restricted Kolkata Knight Riders on 165 runs to win the game comfortably by 27 runs and lift their 4th IPL trophy.</p>

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<p>“I heard Bharat Arun saying that had India won the toss, they could have done this and done that. All that is up for a later discussion. If you had thought that you wanted to bowl first or bat first, well didn’t Chennai Super Kings win the IPL after batting first? They did score 190, so you have to make runs. Let us accept the fact that we didn’t play well as we should have and we did not live up to expectations,” Harbhajan was quoted as saying by <em>India Today</em>.</p>

<p>India will play Namibia in their final Super 12 game on Monday before heading home from the T20 World Cup 2021. It will be a dead-rubber for both sides with Pakistan and New Zealand already in the semis from Group 2.</p>


Veteran Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh has criticised Team India's bowling coach Bharat Arun over his remarks on the toss being one of the reasons behind the team's failure in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2021.

Veteran Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh has criticised Team India's bowling coach Bharat Arun over his remarks on the toss being one of the reasons behind the team's failure in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2021. India were knocked out of the tournament on Sunday (November 07) after Afghanistan's 8-wicket defeat at the hands of New Zealand in Abu Dhabi. New Zealand became the second team from Group 2 to qualify for the semis with eight points from five matches. Harbhajan said the Indian team management should accept the fact that the team didn't play as well as they should have and failed to live up to the expectations in the tournament. India lost their opening game against arch-rivals Pakistan by ten wickets before getting thrashed by New Zealand by eight wickets in their next game. The consecutive defeats in their first two matches did enough damage as India eventually bowed out of the competition even before they could have taken the field in their last Super 12 game against Namibia. Talking about India's poor show in the tournament, the team's bowling coach Bharat Arun had earlier blamed the toss and the pitches in Dubai for India's lacklustre performances. Arun had claimed batting second was not easy on the Dubai track which cost India in the tournament. "I am not trying to give any excuses but I think in this World Cup the trend has been the team that wins the toss has a big advantage especially when you are in playing in Dubai. The wicket kind of eases out when you come out to bowl the second time. These are no excuses. We should have done better, we should have batted better. In the first match, we had the chance to defend a good total, but we looked a little below par," bowling coach Arun said during the pre-match presser ahead of India's game against Namibia. Reacting to Arun's remarks, Harbhajan cited the example of MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings, who won the final of IPL 2021 after batting first against Kolkata Knight Riders in Dubai. CSK had posted a big total of 192 runs on the board, batting first and restricted Kolkata Knight Riders on 165 runs to win the game comfortably by 27 runs and lift their 4th IPL trophy. Also Read: 5 points - What went wrong for India at T20 World Cup 2021 “I heard Bharat Arun saying that had India won the toss, they could have done this and done that. All that is up for a later discussion. If you had thought that you wanted to bowl first or bat first, well didn’t Chennai Super Kings win the IPL after batting first? They did score 190, so you have to make runs. Let us accept the fact that we didn’t play well as we should have and we did not live up to expectations,” Harbhajan was quoted as saying by India Today. India will play Namibia in their final Super 12 game on Monday before heading home from the T20 World Cup 2021. It will be a dead-rubber for both sides with Pakistan and New Zealand already in the semis from Group 2.

'Didn't CSK win IPL 2021 batting first': Harbhajan Singh criticises India's bowling coach over 'toss' excuse

<p>Veteran India spinner Harbhajan Singh recently picked up a star-studded XI when asked to name his all-time best T20 team. Harbhajan, who was part of India's 2007 T20 Wold Cup-winning campaign under MS Dhoni, named the former India captain as the skipper of his all-time T20 XI. Harbhajan also played under Dhoni for Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL).</p>

<p>Regarded as one of the greatest captains of all-time, Dhoni has won almost everything there is to be in world cricket. He is considered India's most successful captain with all three major ICC trophies to his name. He has also led Chennai Super Kings to a staggering four IPL titles as a captain.</p>

<p>While Harbhajan picked Dhoni as the captain of his team, he named Rohit Sharma and the explosive Chris Gayle as the openers of his team. Both Rohit and Gayle can take any bowling attack to the cleaners on their day. England batter Jos Buttler found a spot at no. 3 in Harbhajan's all-time T20 team.</p>

<p>At no.4, Harbhajan went with former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson, who has 8821 runs and an impressive 216 wickets in 343 T20 matches. South Africa star AB de Villiers was roped in by Harbhajan at no.5 while Dhoni was kept at no.6 as a wicket-keeper and the captain of the team.</p>

<p>Harbhajan then picked two T20 greats from West Indies as the next two all-rounders in his team. He named Dwayne Bravo and Kieron Pollard in the team, both of whom have won several titles in T20 leagues around the world and have massive experience in the shortest format.</p>

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<p>Harbhajan picked Sunil Narine as the only spinner in his team while Lasith Malinga and Jasprit Bumrah formed the pace attack. Malinga, who is IPL's leading wicket-taker of all time, has a whopping 390 wickets to his name in T20s. Bumrah, on the other hand, is one of the best fast bowlers in the world at present.</p>

<p><strong>Harbhajan Singh's all-time T20 XI:</strong></p>

<p>Rohit Sharma, Chris Gayle, Jos Buttler, Shane Watson, AB de Villiers, MS Dhoni (c &amp;wk), Dwayne Bravo, Kieron Pollard, Sunil Narine, Lasith Malinga, Jasprit Bumrah</p>

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Veteran India spinner Harbhajan Singh recently picked up a star-studded XI when asked to name his all-time best T20 team. Harbhajan, who was part of India's 2007 T20 Wold Cup-winning campaign under MS Dhoni, named the former India captain as the skipper of his all-time T20 XI.

Veteran India spinner Harbhajan Singh recently picked up a star-studded XI when asked to name his all-time best T20 team. Harbhajan, who was part of India's 2007 T20 Wold Cup-winning campaign under MS Dhoni, named the former India captain as the skipper of his all-time T20 XI. Harbhajan also played under Dhoni for Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Regarded as one of the greatest captains of all-time, Dhoni has won almost everything there is to be in world cricket. He is considered India's most successful captain with all three major ICC trophies to his name. He has also led Chennai Super Kings to a staggering four IPL titles as a captain. While Harbhajan picked Dhoni as the captain of his team, he named Rohit Sharma and the explosive Chris Gayle as the openers of his team. Both Rohit and Gayle can take any bowling attack to the cleaners on their day. England batter Jos Buttler found a spot at no. 3 in Harbhajan's all-time T20 team. At no.4, Harbhajan went with former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson, who has 8821 runs and an impressive 216 wickets in 343 T20 matches. South Africa star AB de Villiers was roped in by Harbhajan at no.5 while Dhoni was kept at no.6 as a wicket-keeper and the captain of the team. Harbhajan then picked two T20 greats from West Indies as the next two all-rounders in his team. He named Dwayne Bravo and Kieron Pollard in the team, both of whom have won several titles in T20 leagues around the world and have massive experience in the shortest format. Also Read: 'Checked for sandpaper': Barmy Army takes a dig at Warner as Gayle touches his pocket Harbhajan picked Sunil Narine as the only spinner in his team while Lasith Malinga and Jasprit Bumrah formed the pace attack. Malinga, who is IPL's leading wicket-taker of all time, has a whopping 390 wickets to his name in T20s. Bumrah, on the other hand, is one of the best fast bowlers in the world at present. Harbhajan Singh's all-time T20 XI: Rohit Sharma, Chris Gayle, Jos Buttler, Shane Watson, AB de Villiers, MS Dhoni (c &wk), Dwayne Bravo, Kieron Pollard, Sunil Narine, Lasith Malinga, Jasprit Bumrah

No Virat Kohli in Harbhajan Singh's star-studded all-time T20 XI, MS Dhoni named captain

<p>Cricket fans on social media must have noticed Pakistan's former pace spearhead Shoaib Akhtar and India's star spinner Harbhajan Singh engaging in fun banter. Both the players targeted each other, exchanging some tweets in a friendly manner ahead of India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup match, which Virat Kohli &amp; Co. lost by 10 wickets.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The fun was, however, turned into an ugly spat when Mohammad Amir posted a tweet tagging Harbhajan, which didn't go well with the Indian spinner. Harbhajan even reminded Amir of the 2010 spot-fixing saga while replying to one of the tweets. Now, in response to the incident, former Pakistan spinner Saeed Ajmal said that Amir should apologise for his heated Twitter exchange with Singh.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>While speaking to Cricket Pakistan, Ajmal said, "Players should treat each other in a nice manner because sports brings people together. I think Amir made a mistake by jumping in that conversation [between Shoaib Akhtar and Harbhajan Singh] and he should apologise for it. It was a discussion between two great cricketers and Amir made the wrong choice by getting involved in it."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The exchaged of words happened when Amir, after India vs Pakistan match, tweeted, "hello everyone woh pochna yeah tha @harbhajan_singh paa ji ne TV to ni tora apna koi ni hota hai end of the day its a game of cricket (wanted to ask if Harbhajan Singh didn't break his television, as, at the end of the day, it is a game of cricket)."</p>

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<p>Harbhajan replied, "Ab Tum bi bologe @iamamirofficial yeh 6 ki landing tumhare ghar k tv par to nahi hui thi ?? Koi nahi hota hai end of the day it’s a game of cricket as u rightly said." (Now you will claim that this six also resulted in the ball landing on the tv sets at your house. Don't lost hope, end of the day it's a game as u rightly said).</p>

<p>The Twitter conversation then went on and on, however, the former pacer later apologised for his comments made in 'the heat of the moment'. But he was been slammed by many former Indian cricketers.</p>


Cricket fans on social media must have noticed Pakistan's former pace spearhead Shoaib Akhtar and India's star spinner Harbhajan Singh engaging in fun banter. Both the players targeted each other, exchanging some tweets in a friendly manner ahead of India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup match, which Virat Kohli & Co.

Cricket fans on social media must have noticed Pakistan's former pace spearhead Shoaib Akhtar and India's star spinner Harbhajan Singh engaging in fun banter. Both the players targeted each other, exchanging some tweets in a friendly manner ahead of India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup match, which Virat Kohli & Co. lost by 10 wickets. The fun was, however, turned into an ugly spat when Mohammad Amir posted a tweet tagging Harbhajan, which didn't go well with the Indian spinner. Harbhajan even reminded Amir of the 2010 spot-fixing saga while replying to one of the tweets. Now, in response to the incident, former Pakistan spinner Saeed Ajmal said that Amir should apologise for his heated Twitter exchange with Singh. IN PICS | Brilliant captain to excellent mentor: Selfless Rahul Dravid continues to serve Indian cricket While speaking to Cricket Pakistan, Ajmal said, "Players should treat each other in a nice manner because sports brings people together. I think Amir made a mistake by jumping in that conversation [between Shoaib Akhtar and Harbhajan Singh] and he should apologise for it. It was a discussion between two great cricketers and Amir made the wrong choice by getting involved in it." The exchaged of words happened when Amir, after India vs Pakistan match, tweeted, "hello everyone woh pochna yeah tha @harbhajan_singh paa ji ne TV to ni tora apna koi ni hota hai end of the day its a game of cricket (wanted to ask if Harbhajan Singh didn't break his television, as, at the end of the day, it is a game of cricket)." ALSO READ | 'Decision-making sometimes can be a problem': Rohit Sharma reflects on defeats against Pakistan, New Zealand Harbhajan replied, "Ab Tum bi bologe @iamamirofficial yeh 6 ki landing tumhare ghar k tv par to nahi hui thi ?? Koi nahi hota hai end of the day it’s a game of cricket as u rightly said." (Now you will claim that this six also resulted in the ball landing on the tv sets at your house. Don't lost hope, end of the day it's a game as u rightly said). The Twitter conversation then went on and on, however, the former pacer later apologised for his comments made in 'the heat of the moment'. But he was been slammed by many former Indian cricketers.

Mohammad Amir should apologise to Harbhajan Singh over ugly Twitter spat, says former Pakistan spinner

<p>India and Pakistan locked horns with each other for the first time, across formats, in over two years when they met in match 4 of the Super 12 round in the T20 World Cup, in the UAE, on Sunday (October 24). While Virat Kohli-led Team India were expected to romp past Pakistan and maintain their winning streak versus the Men in Green in World Cups (both ODIs and T20Is), they lost to Babar Azam &amp; Co. by ten wickets at Dubai.</p>

<p>While Kohli &amp; Co. gracefully accepted the defeat and will now be desperate to get off the mark in the tournament with a win over New Zealand, things got out of control between Indo-Pak players on social media platform Twitter. Recently, Mohammed Amir tried to poke fun at Harbhajan Singh, however, things went too far between the two cricketers.</p>

<p>While Amir tried to be cheeky with Bhajji, the veteran Indian cricketer soon reminded him of his infamous spot-fixing saga as the two's war of words caught the attention of many on Twitter. Now, Harbhajan has slammed Amir and hit back at him, in a video released on his Youtube channel.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"India-Pakistan is a high pressure game and a lot depends on the result. On that day, the Pakistani side played very well. They beat us in all departments. We gratefully accepted it. The talk is over now." He added, "Before that me and Shoaib Akhtar, we both work for media, I support my team, he supports his team which is fair enough. Banter between me and him has been going on for many years. In that another person came in between, Mohammad Amir. I want to know who he is. Because me and Shoaib have a very old friendship. We know each other for many years. We have done shows together too."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"I do not want to get into the mud as I will dirty myself only&nbsp;and Amir does not have the status or level that I should talk to him. The more I talk to him I will lower myself. He is a disgrace. He put a black spot on world cricket. The person who sold cricket, sold&nbsp;his country,&nbsp;and sold his integrity. He was looking to earn money at Lords by bowling an intentional no-ball. I should not have reacted to him only," added Harbhajan.&nbsp;It will be interesting to see if Amir also replies to Harbhajan. The cricket lovers would, meanwhile, hope that the war of words between the two end soon.</p>

<p>Speaking about the respective campaigns of Pakistan and India in the T20 WC, the Babar Azam-led Men in Green have registered two wins on the trot whereas India are gearing up for their face-off versus New Zealand, on October 31 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, with an aim to bounce back after their Pakistan drubbing.</p>


India and Pakistan locked horns with each other for the first time, across formats, in over two years when they met in match 4 of the Super 12 round in the T20 World Cup, in the UAE, on Sunday (October 24).

India and Pakistan locked horns with each other for the first time, across formats, in over two years when they met in match 4 of the Super 12 round in the T20 World Cup, in the UAE, on Sunday (October 24). While Virat Kohli-led Team India were expected to romp past Pakistan and maintain their winning streak versus the Men in Green in World Cups (both ODIs and T20Is), they lost to Babar Azam & Co. by ten wickets at Dubai. While Kohli & Co. gracefully accepted the defeat and will now be desperate to get off the mark in the tournament with a win over New Zealand, things got out of control between Indo-Pak players on social media platform Twitter. Recently, Mohammed Amir tried to poke fun at Harbhajan Singh, however, things went too far between the two cricketers. While Amir tried to be cheeky with Bhajji, the veteran Indian cricketer soon reminded him of his infamous spot-fixing saga as the two's war of words caught the attention of many on Twitter. Now, Harbhajan has slammed Amir and hit back at him, in a video released on his Youtube channel. "India-Pakistan is a high pressure game and a lot depends on the result. On that day, the Pakistani side played very well. They beat us in all departments. We gratefully accepted it. The talk is over now." He added, "Before that me and Shoaib Akhtar, we both work for media, I support my team, he supports his team which is fair enough. Banter between me and him has been going on for many years. In that another person came in between, Mohammad Amir. I want to know who he is. Because me and Shoaib have a very old friendship. We know each other for many years. We have done shows together too." ALSO READ | 'Shame on you....' - Harbhajan taunts Md. Amir over fixing saga as duo involve in heated exchange × ALSO READ | T20 WC: Shoaib Akhtar walks out of TV show as anchor labels him 'rude', issues statement on Twitter - WATCH "I do not want to get into the mud as I will dirty myself only and Amir does not have the status or level that I should talk to him. The more I talk to him I will lower myself. He is a disgrace. He put a black spot on world cricket. The person who sold cricket, sold his country, and sold his integrity. He was looking to earn money at Lords by bowling an intentional no-ball. I should not have reacted to him only," added Harbhajan. It will be interesting to see if Amir also replies to Harbhajan. The cricket lovers would, meanwhile, hope that the war of words between the two end soon. Speaking about the respective campaigns of Pakistan and India in the T20 WC, the Babar Azam-led Men in Green have registered two wins on the trot whereas India are gearing up for their face-off versus New Zealand, on October 31 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, with an aim to bounce back after their Pakistan drubbing.

Mohammed Amir doesn't have the status or level that I should talk to him, says Harbhajan Singh - WATCH

<p>Harbhajan Singh and Mohammed Amir had a heated exchange between each other on social media platform Twitter post the conclusion of the India-Pakistan clash in the Super 12 round of the T20 World Cup 2021 edition, in the UAE. Virat Kohli-led India lost to Babar Azam &amp; Co. by ten wickets as their 12-match unbeaten streak versus the Men in Green in World Cup history came to an end.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Post India's massive defeat, Harbhajan and Shoaib Akhtar continued their fun banter on social media. However, the situation took a turn for the worse when Mohammed Amir jumped in and tried to poke fun at the veteran off-spinner Bhajji.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Amir tried to get cheeky with his posts for Harbhajan, who in turn, replied in the same manner before he pointed out about the tainted cricketer's involvement in the infamous spot-fixing scandal in the 2010 Lord's Test. After speaking about Amir and slamming him left, right and centre on his official Youtube channel, Bhajji has once taken a jibe at Amir and shared a message for Pakistan Prime Minister and former captain Imran Khan.</p>

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<p>"I would request Imran Khan to open a school for such children where they can learn how to speak to senior cricketers. In our country, we are taught manners. Even today, we talk with cricketers like Wasim Akram with a lot of respect. And people like him (Amir) don't know what to talk with whom. I should not have reacted to the comments of a person who sold his country," Harbhajan said in a conversation with Aaj Tak.</p>

<p>"The banter between me and Shoaib is different as we know each other for a very long time having played plenty of cricket together. We have also done many shows together. We have an understanding. Who is Mohammad Amir? Is he the same guy who was guilty of match-fixing at Lord's? What is his credibility? He would have barely played 10 matches for his country and he betrayed his country as well by accepting money to fix a match," Harbhajan added.</p>

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<p>Talking about India's campaign in the T20 WC, they will be desperate to get back to winning ways after being thrashed by Pakistan by ten wickets. Meanwhile, Babar-led Pakistan will be eyeing their third win in a row after mauling India and emerging on top of New Zealand.</p>


Harbhajan Singh and Mohammed Amir had a heated exchange between each other on social media platform Twitter post the conclusion of the India-Pakistan clash in the Super 12 round of the T20 World Cup 2021 edition, in the UAE.

Harbhajan Singh and Mohammed Amir had a heated exchange between each other on social media platform Twitter post the conclusion of the India-Pakistan clash in the Super 12 round of the T20 World Cup 2021 edition, in the UAE. Virat Kohli-led India lost to Babar Azam & Co. by ten wickets as their 12-match unbeaten streak versus the Men in Green in World Cup history came to an end. Post India's massive defeat, Harbhajan and Shoaib Akhtar continued their fun banter on social media. However, the situation took a turn for the worse when Mohammed Amir jumped in and tried to poke fun at the veteran off-spinner Bhajji. Amir tried to get cheeky with his posts for Harbhajan, who in turn, replied in the same manner before he pointed out about the tainted cricketer's involvement in the infamous spot-fixing scandal in the 2010 Lord's Test. After speaking about Amir and slamming him left, right and centre on his official Youtube channel, Bhajji has once taken a jibe at Amir and shared a message for Pakistan Prime Minister and former captain Imran Khan. ALSO READ | Mohammed Amir doesn't have the status or level that I should talk to him, says Harbhajan Singh - WATCH "I would request Imran Khan to open a school for such children where they can learn how to speak to senior cricketers. In our country, we are taught manners. Even today, we talk with cricketers like Wasim Akram with a lot of respect. And people like him (Amir) don't know what to talk with whom. I should not have reacted to the comments of a person who sold his country," Harbhajan said in a conversation with Aaj Tak. "The banter between me and Shoaib is different as we know each other for a very long time having played plenty of cricket together. We have also done many shows together. We have an understanding. Who is Mohammad Amir? Is he the same guy who was guilty of match-fixing at Lord's? What is his credibility? He would have barely played 10 matches for his country and he betrayed his country as well by accepting money to fix a match," Harbhajan added. ALSO READ | 'Shame on you....' - Harbhajan taunts Md. Amir over fixing saga as duo involve in heated exchange Talking about India's campaign in the T20 WC, they will be desperate to get back to winning ways after being thrashed by Pakistan by ten wickets. Meanwhile, Babar-led Pakistan will be eyeing their third win in a row after mauling India and emerging on top of New Zealand.

Harbhajan Singh shares a message for Pak PM Imran Khan amid heated exchange with Mohammed Amir

<p>India and Pakistan met each other for the first time, across formats, in over two years when they locked horns in match 4 of the Super 12 round, in the T20 World Cup 2021 edition in the UAE. The stakes were high for Babar Azam-led Pakistan as the Men in Green were trailing 12-0 in head-to-head versus Team India in World Cups (both ODIs and T20Is).</p>

<p>However, Pakistan produced a clinical performance to stun Virat Kohli-led India by ten wickets and register their maiden win over the Men in Blue in the WC history. Following the clash, things have gone out of control between some Indian and Pakistani cricketers on social media platform Twitter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While Shoaib Akhtar-Harbhajan Singh were constantly sledging each other and were engaged in fun banters, Mohammed Amir tried to poke fun at Bhajji. Nonetheless, the matter soon escalated and things have gone out of control between the wily off-spinner and Pakistan's former speedster. <strong>Here's how the whole episode panned out:&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Amir tried to get cheeky and wrote, "hello everyone woh pochna yeah tha @harbhajan_singh paa ji ne TV to ni tora apna koi ni hota hai end of the day its a game of cricket (wanted to ask if Harbhajan Singh didn't break his television, as, at the end of the day, it is a game of cricket."</p>

<p>To this, Bhajji replied by saying, "Ab Tum bi bologe @iamamirofficial yeh 6 ki landing tumhare ghar k tv par to nahi hui thi ?? Koi nahi hota hai end of the day it’s a game of cricket as u rightly said." (Now you will claim that this six also resulted in the ball landing on the tv sets at your house. Don't lost hope, end of the day it's a game as u rightly said).</p>

<p>Amir came back with another cheeky reply, "me busy tha @harbhajan_singh apki bowling dekh raha tha test jab LaLA ne apko 4 bowls pe 4 sixes mare thay but cricket hai lag sakte but test cricket me thora ziada ho gia tha (I was busy looking at your bowling where Shahid Afridi took you on and slammed four successive sixes in a Test match. I know it is cricket, but being hit for four sixes in Test cricket is a bit too much.)"</p>

<p>Harbhajan didn't stop and posted a glaring tweet in return. He reminded Amir of his fixing saga and said, "Lords mai no ball kaise ho gya tha ?? Kitna liya kisne diya ? Test cricket hai no ball kaise ho sakta hai ? Shame on u and ur other supporters for disgracing this beautiful game." (How did you bowl a no-ball in the 2010 Lord's Test. How much money did you take? How can one bowl a no-ball in Tests?)</p>

<p>Amir didn't hold back and once again tried to get under the skin of Bhajji with a sarcastic reply. The Indian spinner then retorted by saying, "For people like you &nbsp;@iamamirofficial only Paisa paisa paisa paisa .. na izzat na kuch aur sirf paisa..bataoge nahi apne desh walo ko aur supporters ko k kitna mila tha .. get lost I feel yuk talking to people like you for insulting this game and making people fool with ur acts. (For people like you, money is all that matters. No respect but only money. Tell your countrymen how much did you take for the intentional no-ball)."</p>

<p>In the end, the 40-year-old Harbhajan once again shared the video of him hitting Amir for a match-winning six and captioned it, “Fixer ko sixer.. out of the park @iamamirofficial chal daffa ho ja”. Responding to the video, Amir tweeted: “chal bhai me tu laga sone, u sit and do some icing on ur pichwara trust me u'll in ur senses. GOOD NIGHT." (I'm off to bed, you carry on applying some ice on your back. GOOD NIGHT).</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Ab Tum bi bologe <a href="https://twitter.com/iamamirofficial?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@iamamirofficial</a> yeh 6 ki landing tumhare ghar k tv par to nahi hui thi ?? Koi nahi hota hai end of the day it’s a game of cricket as u rightly said <a href="https://t.co/XqSnWhg9t3">https://t.co/XqSnWhg9t3</a> <a href="https://t.co/4IuWpPOpF1">pic.twitter.com/4IuWpPOpF1</a></p>
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) <a href="https://twitter.com/harbhajan_singh/status/1453058886420807684?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 26, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="in"><a href="https://t.co/tZGLtwBKCa">https://t.co/tZGLtwBKCa</a> me busy tha <a href="https://twitter.com/harbhajan_singh?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@harbhajan_singh</a> apki bowling dekh raha tha test jab LaLA ne apko 4 bowls pe 4 sixes mare thay but cricket hai lag sakte but test cricket me thora ziada ho gia tha</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Lords mai no ball kaise ho gya tha ?? Kitna liya kisne diya ? Test cricket hai no ball kaise ho sakta hai ? Shame on u and ur other supporters for disgracing this beautiful game <a href="https://t.co/nbv6SWMvQl">https://t.co/nbv6SWMvQl</a></p>
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) <a href="https://twitter.com/harbhajan_singh/status/1453062908376616961?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 26, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="hi">lagi pichware pe <a href="https://twitter.com/harbhajan_singh?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@harbhajan_singh</a> k bhago bhago LALA aya hai <a href="https://t.co/YuoB9jsZVx">https://t.co/YuoB9jsZVx</a></p>
— Mohammad Amir (@iamamirofficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/iamamirofficial/status/1453063251785392133?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 26, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">For people like you <a href="https://twitter.com/iamamirofficial?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@iamamirofficial</a> only Paisa paisa paisa paisa .. na izzat na kuch aur sirf paisa..bataoge nahi apne desh walo ko aur supporters ko k kitna mila tha .. get lost I feel yuk talking to people like you for insulting this game and making people fool with ur acts <a href="https://t.co/5aPmXtYKqm">https://t.co/5aPmXtYKqm</a> <a href="https://t.co/PhveqewN6h">pic.twitter.com/PhveqewN6h</a></p>
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) <a href="https://twitter.com/harbhajan_singh/status/1453072553975689220?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 26, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">chal bhai me tu laga sone, u sit and do some icing on ur pichwara trust me u'll in ur senses. GOOD NIGHT . <a href="https://t.co/76CEWvADDq">https://t.co/76CEWvADDq</a></p>
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<p>Hence, it can be clear that things have gone way too far between Indian and Pakistani cricketers on social media. On Tuesday (October 26), Waqar Younis also made heads turn by making a shocking statement that he loved seeing Mohammad Rizwan, Pakistan's wicketkeeper-batsman, offer prayers in the middle of the ground in front of Indians post Babar &amp; Co,'s 10-wicket win over Kohli &amp; Co.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The former pacer has apologised for his comments, made in 'the heat of the moment'. However, he has been slammed by many former Indian cricketers.</p>


India and Pakistan met each other for the first time, across formats, in over two years when they locked horns in match 4 of the Super 12 round, in the T20 World Cup 2021 edition in the UAE.

India and Pakistan met each other for the first time, across formats, in over two years when they locked horns in match 4 of the Super 12 round, in the T20 World Cup 2021 edition in the UAE. The stakes were high for Babar Azam-led Pakistan as the Men in Green were trailing 12-0 in head-to-head versus Team India in World Cups (both ODIs and T20Is). However, Pakistan produced a clinical performance to stun Virat Kohli-led India by ten wickets and register their maiden win over the Men in Blue in the WC history. Following the clash, things have gone out of control between some Indian and Pakistani cricketers on social media platform Twitter. While Shoaib Akhtar-Harbhajan Singh were constantly sledging each other and were engaged in fun banters, Mohammed Amir tried to poke fun at Bhajji. Nonetheless, the matter soon escalated and things have gone out of control between the wily off-spinner and Pakistan's former speedster. Here's how the whole episode panned out: Amir tried to get cheeky and wrote, "hello everyone woh pochna yeah tha @harbhajan_singh paa ji ne TV to ni tora apna koi ni hota hai end of the day its a game of cricket (wanted to ask if Harbhajan Singh didn't break his television, as, at the end of the day, it is a game of cricket." To this, Bhajji replied by saying, "Ab Tum bi bologe @iamamirofficial yeh 6 ki landing tumhare ghar k tv par to nahi hui thi ?? Koi nahi hota hai end of the day it’s a game of cricket as u rightly said." (Now you will claim that this six also resulted in the ball landing on the tv sets at your house. Don't lost hope, end of the day it's a game as u rightly said). Amir came back with another cheeky reply, "me busy tha @harbhajan_singh apki bowling dekh raha tha test jab LaLA ne apko 4 bowls pe 4 sixes mare thay but cricket hai lag sakte but test cricket me thora ziada ho gia tha (I was busy looking at your bowling where Shahid Afridi took you on and slammed four successive sixes in a Test match. I know it is cricket, but being hit for four sixes in Test cricket is a bit too much.)" Harbhajan didn't stop and posted a glaring tweet in return. He reminded Amir of his fixing saga and said, "Lords mai no ball kaise ho gya tha ?? Kitna liya kisne diya ? Test cricket hai no ball kaise ho sakta hai ? Shame on u and ur other supporters for disgracing this beautiful game." (How did you bowl a no-ball in the 2010 Lord's Test. How much money did you take? How can one bowl a no-ball in Tests?) Amir didn't hold back and once again tried to get under the skin of Bhajji with a sarcastic reply. The Indian spinner then retorted by saying, "For people like you @iamamirofficial only Paisa paisa paisa paisa .. na izzat na kuch aur sirf paisa..bataoge nahi apne desh walo ko aur supporters ko k kitna mila tha .. get lost I feel yuk talking to people like you for insulting this game and making people fool with ur acts. (For people like you, money is all that matters. No respect but only money. Tell your countrymen how much did you take for the intentional no-ball)." In the end, the 40-year-old Harbhajan once again shared the video of him hitting Amir for a match-winning six and captioned it, “Fixer ko sixer.. out of the park @iamamirofficial chal daffa ho ja”. Responding to the video, Amir tweeted: “chal bhai me tu laga sone, u sit and do some icing on ur pichwara trust me u'll in ur senses. GOOD NIGHT." (I'm off to bed, you carry on applying some ice on your back. GOOD NIGHT). Here are the tweets: Ab Tum bi bologe @iamamirofficial yeh 6 ki landing tumhare ghar k tv par to nahi hui thi ?? Koi nahi hota hai end of the day it’s a game of cricket as u rightly said https://t.co/XqSnWhg9t3 pic.twitter.com/4IuWpPOpF1 — Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) October 26, 2021 × https://t.co/tZGLtwBKCa me busy tha @harbhajan_singh apki bowling dekh raha tha test jab LaLA ne apko 4 bowls pe 4 sixes mare thay but cricket hai lag sakte but test cricket me thora ziada ho gia tha — Mohammad Amir (@iamamirofficial) October 26, 2021 × Lords mai no ball kaise ho gya tha ?? Kitna liya kisne diya ? Test cricket hai no ball kaise ho sakta hai ? Shame on u and ur other supporters for disgracing this beautiful game https://t.co/nbv6SWMvQl — Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) October 26, 2021 × lagi pichware pe @harbhajan_singh k bhago bhago LALA aya hai https://t.co/YuoB9jsZVx — Mohammad Amir (@iamamirofficial) October 26, 2021 × For people like you @iamamirofficial only Paisa paisa paisa paisa .. na izzat na kuch aur sirf paisa..bataoge nahi apne desh walo ko aur supporters ko k kitna mila tha .. get lost I feel yuk talking to people like you for insulting this game and making people fool with ur acts https://t.co/5aPmXtYKqm pic.twitter.com/PhveqewN6h — Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) October 26, 2021 × ALSO READ | Watch | Waqar Younis issues an apology with folded hands after 'Namaz in front of Hindus' remark chal bhai me tu laga sone, u sit and do some icing on ur pichwara trust me u'll in ur senses. GOOD NIGHT . https://t.co/76CEWvADDq — Mohammad Amir (@iamamirofficial) October 26, 2021 × ALSO READ | Terrible! Harsha Bhogle slams Waqar Younis for calling Rizwan's on-field namaz in front of Hindus 'special' Hence, it can be clear that things have gone way too far between Indian and Pakistani cricketers on social media. On Tuesday (October 26), Waqar Younis also made heads turn by making a shocking statement that he loved seeing Mohammad Rizwan, Pakistan's wicketkeeper-batsman, offer prayers in the middle of the ground in front of Indians post Babar & Co,'s 10-wicket win over Kohli & Co. The former pacer has apologised for his comments, made in 'the heat of the moment'. However, he has been slammed by many former Indian cricketers.

'Shame on you....' - Harbhajan taunts Md. Amir over fixing saga as duo involve in heated exchange

<p>Veteran Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh wants young batter Ishan Kishan to open for Team India in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2021. Harbhajan feels it's high time for Ishan to get into the playing XI and open the batting with Rohit Sharma. Harbhajan's comments come after India's crushing ten-wicket defeat at the hands of Pakistan in their opening game on Sunday (October 24).</p>

<p>Indian openers Rohit (0) and KL Rahul (3) failed to deliver as a top-order collapse saw India post a moderate total of 151 runs on the board against Pakistan in Dubai. Pakistan chased down the target comfortably with the help of Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan's unbeaten fifties to register a comprehensive win by ten wickets.</p>

<p>The opening partnership of Rohit and Rahul lasted only four deliveries as Rohit was the first one to depart in the very first over bowled by Shaheen Afridi, who later got rid of Rahul in his second over.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I have been saying for a long time, it's high time, Ishan Kishan needs to get a game. He should open with Rohit Sharma, Kohli comes in at No.3 and KL can bat at 4. This will be a very, very solid batting lineup till No.4," Harbhajan was quoted as saying by<em> India Today</em>.</p>

<p>All-rounder Hardik Pandya, who is unlikely to bowl and is currently nursing an injury suffered during the Pakistan game, might sit out in the next encounter against New Zealand. Harbhajan believes Shardul Thakur should be roped in if Hardik is not fit and Rahul should be asked to bat at no.4.</p>

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<p>Harbhajan wants Suryakumar Yadav and Rishabh Pant to bat at no. 5 and six respectively with Ravindra Jadeja coming in at no.7 in case of Hardik's absence.</p>

<p>"At No.5, Rishabh Pant can come and at six, Hardik if he is available. If he is ok I would still playing because he is a match-winner for team India. If he is not fit then Suryakumar Yadav plays at No.5, Rishabh at six and (Ravindra) Jadeja at seven. At No.8, Shardul Thakur. He can bat, bowl and field, he has been performing really well. He just won a championship with CSK, riding high on confidence and we should look to utilise his confidence. Bumrah, Varun Chakravarthy and Shami will be the next three," said Harbhajan.</p>

<p>India will next take on New Zealand in their second game of the league stage on October 31 and will be hoping to bounce back to winnings ways against the Kiwis.<br />
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Veteran Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh wants young batter Ishan Kishan to open for Team India in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2021. Harbhajan feels it's high time for Ishan to get into the playing XI and open the batting with Rohit Sharma.

Veteran Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh wants young batter Ishan Kishan to open for Team India in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2021. Harbhajan feels it's high time for Ishan to get into the playing XI and open the batting with Rohit Sharma. Harbhajan's comments come after India's crushing ten-wicket defeat at the hands of Pakistan in their opening game on Sunday (October 24). Indian openers Rohit (0) and KL Rahul (3) failed to deliver as a top-order collapse saw India post a moderate total of 151 runs on the board against Pakistan in Dubai. Pakistan chased down the target comfortably with the help of Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan's unbeaten fifties to register a comprehensive win by ten wickets. The opening partnership of Rohit and Rahul lasted only four deliveries as Rohit was the first one to depart in the very first over bowled by Shaheen Afridi, who later got rid of Rahul in his second over. "I have been saying for a long time, it's high time, Ishan Kishan needs to get a game. He should open with Rohit Sharma, Kohli comes in at No.3 and KL can bat at 4. This will be a very, very solid batting lineup till No.4," Harbhajan was quoted as saying by India Today. All-rounder Hardik Pandya, who is unlikely to bowl and is currently nursing an injury suffered during the Pakistan game, might sit out in the next encounter against New Zealand. Harbhajan believes Shardul Thakur should be roped in if Hardik is not fit and Rahul should be asked to bat at no.4. Also Read: 'Do you still want a walkover?': Shoaib Akhtar taunts Harbhajan Singh after Pakistan beat India in T20 WC Harbhajan wants Suryakumar Yadav and Rishabh Pant to bat at no. 5 and six respectively with Ravindra Jadeja coming in at no.7 in case of Hardik's absence. "At No.5, Rishabh Pant can come and at six, Hardik if he is available. If he is ok I would still playing because he is a match-winner for team India. If he is not fit then Suryakumar Yadav plays at No.5, Rishabh at six and (Ravindra) Jadeja at seven. At No.8, Shardul Thakur. He can bat, bowl and field, he has been performing really well. He just won a championship with CSK, riding high on confidence and we should look to utilise his confidence. Bumrah, Varun Chakravarthy and Shami will be the next three," said Harbhajan. India will next take on New Zealand in their second game of the league stage on October 31 and will be hoping to bounce back to winnings ways against the Kiwis.

T20 WC 2021: High time Ishan Kishan got a game, should open with Rohit Sharma - Harbhajan Singh

<p>Pakistan thrashed India by ten wickets in their opening clash of the T20 World Cup 2021 on Sunday (October 24) to get off to a winning start in the tournament. Babar Azam &amp; Co. scripted history by becoming the first Pakistan side to beat the Men in Blue in a World Cup match to end their 12-match unbeaten streak.</p>

<p>India had never lost a World Cup game against Pakistan heading into the high-octane clash in Dubai on Sunday. However, Pakistan outplayed India across all departments to register a comprehensive win. Following Pakistan's victory, former Pak pacer Shoaib Akhtar trolled veteran Indian spinner&nbsp;Harbhajan Singh over his 'walkover' remark.</p>

<p>In the build-up to the India-Pakistan clash on Sunday, Harbhajan had said Pakistan should consider giving India a walkover as they had lost each time against the Men in Blue in World Cups. However, his statement backfired after Pakistan got the better of Kohli &amp; Co. in Dubai.</p>

<p>"Haan Bhajji? Harbhajan Singh. Walkover lena hai? Nahi lena? Acha. Chalo, kya kar sakte hain yaar. Relax yaar, enjoy the day. And, bardaasht karo (Harbhajan Singh. Do you still want a walkover? No? Okay. Well, what can one do. Relax, enjoy the day. And, tolerate this)," Akhtar said in a video posted on Twitter.</p>

<p>(Akhtar's comments&nbsp;roughly translate&nbsp;to - "Yes, Harbhajan Singh you wanted a walkover right? Do you still want it? Let it be now, just relax and enjoy the day. Tolerate the loss.")</p>

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<p>Pakistan produced a dominant performance with the bat and the ball to thoroughly outclass India in the high-pressure clash. The Men in Green restricted India on 151 runs before chasing down the target with 13 balls to spare. Pakistan skipper Babar Azam slammed an unbeaten 68 and combined with opener Mohammad Rizwan, who scored 79 not out to power their team to their maiden win against India in World Cup history.</p>

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Pakistan thrashed India by ten wickets in their opening clash of the T20 World Cup 2021 on Sunday (October 24) to get off to a winning start in the tournament. Babar Azam & Co.

Pakistan thrashed India by ten wickets in their opening clash of the T20 World Cup 2021 on Sunday (October 24) to get off to a winning start in the tournament. Babar Azam & Co. scripted history by becoming the first Pakistan side to beat the Men in Blue in a World Cup match to end their 12-match unbeaten streak. India had never lost a World Cup game against Pakistan heading into the high-octane clash in Dubai on Sunday. However, Pakistan outplayed India across all departments to register a comprehensive win. Following Pakistan's victory, former Pak pacer Shoaib Akhtar trolled veteran Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh over his 'walkover' remark. In the build-up to the India-Pakistan clash on Sunday, Harbhajan had said Pakistan should consider giving India a walkover as they had lost each time against the Men in Blue in World Cups. However, his statement backfired after Pakistan got the better of Kohli & Co. in Dubai. "Haan Bhajji? Harbhajan Singh. Walkover lena hai? Nahi lena? Acha. Chalo, kya kar sakte hain yaar. Relax yaar, enjoy the day. And, bardaasht karo (Harbhajan Singh. Do you still want a walkover? No? Okay. Well, what can one do. Relax, enjoy the day. And, tolerate this)," Akhtar said in a video posted on Twitter. (Akhtar's comments roughly translate to - "Yes, Harbhajan Singh you wanted a walkover right? Do you still want it? Let it be now, just relax and enjoy the day. Tolerate the loss.") Haanji? Walk over chahiye tha @harbhajan_singh ? pic.twitter.com/6XSc5cpcPp — Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) October 24, 2021 × Also Read: Top five moments from India-Pakistan clash that won hearts across borders Pakistan produced a dominant performance with the bat and the ball to thoroughly outclass India in the high-pressure clash. The Men in Green restricted India on 151 runs before chasing down the target with 13 balls to spare. Pakistan skipper Babar Azam slammed an unbeaten 68 and combined with opener Mohammad Rizwan, who scored 79 not out to power their team to their maiden win against India in World Cup history.

'Do you still want a walkover?': Shoaib Akhtar taunts Harbhajan Singh after Pakistan beat India in T20 WC

<p>An India-Pakistan game is always a high-pressure contest with the expectations at an all-time high on both ends. The pressure sometimes gets the better of players and can lead to errors. In a format like T20 cricket where the margin of error is too less, any mistake can prove to be costly for a team.</p>

<p>Veteran India spinner Harbhajan Singh recently recalled the final of the 2007 T20 World Cup between India and Pakistan and revealed how he was under massive pressure after being hit for three sixes in an over by former Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq during the run-chase.</p>

<p>Harbhajan said he felt like he was bowling a 40-ball over when Misbah was taking him to the cleaners in the game and wanted to finish his six balls quickly. The veteran spinner, who has been part of India's 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup-winning sides, said a player is on his own when he is under pressure.</p>

<p>“In the 2007 World Cup, when Misbah-ul-Haq hit me for three sixes, I just wanted to finish my over. It felt like I am bowling a 40-ball over for me because I was so much under pressure,” Harbhajan was quoted as saying by India Today.</p>

<p>“What I feel is that when you are under the pump, you or on your own.</p>

<p>“Yes, a captain can tell you, take it easy, should this bowl this delivery, but it is you who have to deliver, and if you are under tremendous pressure, you can’t execute it,” the veteran spinner added.</p>

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<p>Asked to chase 158 runs in the 2007 T20 World Cup final, Pakistan were left reeling at 76/5 when Misbah played a brilliant knock of 43 runs to keep them in the game. However, he couldn't get them over the line and was dismissed in the final over by Joginder Sharma as India registered a thrilling win by 5 runs.</p>

<p>India have never lost against Pakistan in the history of T20 World Cup and will be aiming to keep their winning streak intact when they lock horns with the arch-rivals on October 24 in Dubai in the T20 World Cup 2021.</p>


An India-Pakistan game is always a high-pressure contest with the expectations at an all-time high on both ends. The pressure sometimes gets the better of players and can lead to errors.

An India-Pakistan game is always a high-pressure contest with the expectations at an all-time high on both ends. The pressure sometimes gets the better of players and can lead to errors. In a format like T20 cricket where the margin of error is too less, any mistake can prove to be costly for a team. Veteran India spinner Harbhajan Singh recently recalled the final of the 2007 T20 World Cup between India and Pakistan and revealed how he was under massive pressure after being hit for three sixes in an over by former Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq during the run-chase. Harbhajan said he felt like he was bowling a 40-ball over when Misbah was taking him to the cleaners in the game and wanted to finish his six balls quickly. The veteran spinner, who has been part of India's 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup-winning sides, said a player is on his own when he is under pressure. “In the 2007 World Cup, when Misbah-ul-Haq hit me for three sixes, I just wanted to finish my over. It felt like I am bowling a 40-ball over for me because I was so much under pressure,” Harbhajan was quoted as saying by India Today. “What I feel is that when you are under the pump, you or on your own. “Yes, a captain can tell you, take it easy, should this bowl this delivery, but it is you who have to deliver, and if you are under tremendous pressure, you can’t execute it,” the veteran spinner added. Also Read: People call him India's Inzamam: Akhtar names India star who is liked more than Virat Kohli in Pakistan Asked to chase 158 runs in the 2007 T20 World Cup final, Pakistan were left reeling at 76/5 when Misbah played a brilliant knock of 43 runs to keep them in the game. However, he couldn't get them over the line and was dismissed in the final over by Joginder Sharma as India registered a thrilling win by 5 runs. India have never lost against Pakistan in the history of T20 World Cup and will be aiming to keep their winning streak intact when they lock horns with the arch-rivals on October 24 in Dubai in the T20 World Cup 2021.

'Felt like bowling a 40-ball over': When Misbah slammed Harbhajan for 3 sixes in 2007 T20 WC final

<p>India and Pakistan will face each other in the main draw of the T20 World Cup 2021 edition, in the UAE, on Sunday (October 24) in what will be both sides' tournament-opener as well. The stage is set for a blockbuster clash as the T20 format has an unpredictability factor attached to it. Hence, even though India have a 5-0 lead over the Men in Green, the Virat Kohli-led camp won't take Pakistan lightly.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Over the years, India and Pakistan have met each other only during multi-nation or ICC tournaments due to the political tension between the two countries. The neighbouring countries share a intense history; adding to the intensity during their match&nbsp;on the 22-yard cricket strip.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ahead of the upcoming Indo-Pak contest, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, here's reliving some heated exchanges and epic moments between players from both sides.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>1) Kiran More vs Javed Miandad:</strong> During the 1992 ODI World Cup, India and Pakistan locked horns with each other for the first time in the tournament-history. As a result, the excitement was on another level at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney. During Pakistan's&nbsp;unsuccessful 217-run chase, More kept on chirping from behind the stumps; much to the dismay of Javed Miandad. Hence, the former Pakistani batsman started imitating More in the middle of the pitch.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>While it wasn't a heated exchange, More got onto Miandad's nerves and the latter's imitation left everyone shellshocked.</p>

<p><strong>2) Aamer Sohail vs Venkatesh Prasad:</strong> In the 1996 WC quarter-finals, India met the Men in Green at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. India batted first and posted a daunting 287-8. In reply, Pakistan had over a 100 runs on board with the loss of a solitary wicket. Sohail was going bonkers and smashed Prasad for a four in the 15th over; signalling&nbsp;(with his bat) that he will continue to smack him to all parts of the ground. On the very next delivery, Prasad rattled Sohail's stumps to bring India back into the contest. Sohail-Prasad's heated exchange certainly made a lot of noise before India beat Pakistan by 39 runs.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>3) Harbhajan Singh vs Shoaib Akhtar:</strong> In the 4th encounter of the 2010 Asia Cup, tempers were flying all around as MS Dhoni-led India played a humdinger of a contest versus the Men in Green. Opting to bat first, Shahid Afridi-led Pakistan posted 267 all-out in 49.3 overs. In reply, India were alive in the clash courtesy half-centuries from Gautam Gambhir, Dhoni and vital knocks from the middle order. It came down to 10 required off 8 balls with Akhar bowling the penultimate over and Bhajji on strike. After the off-spinner missed a few deliveries, words were exchanged between the duo. The umpire had to intervene as both stood the ground before the final over, where Harbhajan's huge six took India to a thrilling 3-wicket win.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>4) Gautam Gambhir vs Kamran Akmal: </strong>During the same encounter, Gambhir was involved in a fierce dual with Kamran Akmal. Kamran's constant appeals versus the Indian left-hander led to the two locking horns with each other during the drinks break. The situation seemed to have got out of hand when the two umpires and Dhoni had to intervene and calm things down.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>5) Gambhir vs Shahid Afridi: </strong>This rivalry between the two former cricketers remains one of the most-talked about among the lot. The two have constantly passed statements on each other, making headlines in various cricket portals. Their heated exchange took place during the Kanpur ODI in 2007 when Pakistan toured India.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Gambhir took on Afridi and smacked him for a four when words were exchanged between the two. The duo came close to each other and continued arguing in the middle of the 20th over when umpire Ian Gould had to separate them. India eventually went onto win the contest by 46 runs despite Salman Butt's 129.</p>


India and Pakistan will face each other in the main draw of the T20 World Cup 2021 edition, in the UAE, on Sunday (October 24) in what will be both sides' tournament-opener as well.

India and Pakistan will face each other in the main draw of the T20 World Cup 2021 edition, in the UAE, on Sunday (October 24) in what will be both sides' tournament-opener as well. The stage is set for a blockbuster clash as the T20 format has an unpredictability factor attached to it. Hence, even though India have a 5-0 lead over the Men in Green, the Virat Kohli-led camp won't take Pakistan lightly. Over the years, India and Pakistan have met each other only during multi-nation or ICC tournaments due to the political tension between the two countries. The neighbouring countries share a intense history; adding to the intensity during their match on the 22-yard cricket strip. Ahead of the upcoming Indo-Pak contest, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, here's reliving some heated exchanges and epic moments between players from both sides. 1) Kiran More vs Javed Miandad: During the 1992 ODI World Cup, India and Pakistan locked horns with each other for the first time in the tournament-history. As a result, the excitement was on another level at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney. During Pakistan's unsuccessful 217-run chase, More kept on chirping from behind the stumps; much to the dismay of Javed Miandad. Hence, the former Pakistani batsman started imitating More in the middle of the pitch. × While it wasn't a heated exchange, More got onto Miandad's nerves and the latter's imitation left everyone shellshocked. 2) Aamer Sohail vs Venkatesh Prasad: In the 1996 WC quarter-finals, India met the Men in Green at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. India batted first and posted a daunting 287-8. In reply, Pakistan had over a 100 runs on board with the loss of a solitary wicket. Sohail was going bonkers and smashed Prasad for a four in the 15th over; signalling (with his bat) that he will continue to smack him to all parts of the ground. On the very next delivery, Prasad rattled Sohail's stumps to bring India back into the contest. Sohail-Prasad's heated exchange certainly made a lot of noise before India beat Pakistan by 39 runs. × ALSO READ | From India-Pakistan to England-West Indies: Reliving 5 humdingers in T20 World Cup 3) Harbhajan Singh vs Shoaib Akhtar: In the 4th encounter of the 2010 Asia Cup, tempers were flying all around as MS Dhoni-led India played a humdinger of a contest versus the Men in Green. Opting to bat first, Shahid Afridi-led Pakistan posted 267 all-out in 49.3 overs. In reply, India were alive in the clash courtesy half-centuries from Gautam Gambhir, Dhoni and vital knocks from the middle order. It came down to 10 required off 8 balls with Akhar bowling the penultimate over and Bhajji on strike. After the off-spinner missed a few deliveries, words were exchanged between the duo. The umpire had to intervene as both stood the ground before the final over, where Harbhajan's huge six took India to a thrilling 3-wicket win. × 4) Gautam Gambhir vs Kamran Akmal: During the same encounter, Gambhir was involved in a fierce dual with Kamran Akmal. Kamran's constant appeals versus the Indian left-hander led to the two locking horns with each other during the drinks break. The situation seemed to have got out of hand when the two umpires and Dhoni had to intervene and calm things down. × ALSO READ | Inzamam-ul-Haq explains why Virat Kohli-led India have 'great chance of winning T20 WC' 5) Gambhir vs Shahid Afridi: This rivalry between the two former cricketers remains one of the most-talked about among the lot. The two have constantly passed statements on each other, making headlines in various cricket portals. Their heated exchange took place during the Kanpur ODI in 2007 when Pakistan toured India. × Gambhir took on Afridi and smacked him for a four when words were exchanged between the two. The duo came close to each other and continued arguing in the middle of the 20th over when umpire Ian Gould had to separate them. India eventually went onto win the contest by 46 runs despite Salman Butt's 129.

From Javed Miandad's mimicry to Gautam Gambhir-Shahid Afridi spat: 5 epic moments from Indo-Pak ties

<p>India is a cricket-crazy nation as the gentlemen's game continues to grow with each passing day. Hence, it is often said that cricketers are literally worshipped in India. The sport remains a big reason for the cricketers' immense fan-following but often their acting skills catches the attention of fans.</p>

<p>Over the years, many Indian cricketers have given fans plenty to cheer for courtesy their acting skills and hilarious chemistry in front of the camera, for various commercials. While many of such ads might be old in today's times, the recall value remains immense due to the Indian cricketers' presence and acting. Here our few compilations of some of the most iconic ads featuring Team India stars, such as Rahul Dravid, Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar along with Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan, etc.</p>

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<p>Even in today's times, the likes of Dravid, Neeraj Chopra (CRED advertisements) and many others continue to entertain fans with their acting skills before the camera. While it not only helps them in engaging with the viewers and spreading their fan-following further, it also ensures&nbsp;the product they are advertising get sold in large numbers. Thus, it remains a win-win situation for all involved.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Talking about the Indian cricket team, the Virat Kohli-led Men in Blue are currently gearing up for their T20 World Cup 2021 tournament-opener, versus Pakistan on October 24 (Sunday) at Dubai. The marquee event commenced on October 17 with the qualifying round.</p>


India is a cricket-crazy nation as the gentlemen's game continues to grow with each passing day. Hence, it is often said that cricketers are literally worshipped in India.

India is a cricket-crazy nation as the gentlemen's game continues to grow with each passing day. Hence, it is often said that cricketers are literally worshipped in India. The sport remains a big reason for the cricketers' immense fan-following but often their acting skills catches the attention of fans. Over the years, many Indian cricketers have given fans plenty to cheer for courtesy their acting skills and hilarious chemistry in front of the camera, for various commercials. While many of such ads might be old in today's times, the recall value remains immense due to the Indian cricketers' presence and acting. Here our few compilations of some of the most iconic ads featuring Team India stars, such as Rahul Dravid, Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar along with Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan, etc. ALSO READ | Rahul Dravid set to replace Ravi Shastri as team India's new head coach after T20 World Cup 2021 × × × ALSO READ | Watch: 'Mentor' MS Dhoni helps Rishabh Pant with wicketkeeping drills amid IND-AUS T20 WC warm-up tie Even in today's times, the likes of Dravid, Neeraj Chopra (CRED advertisements) and many others continue to entertain fans with their acting skills before the camera. While it not only helps them in engaging with the viewers and spreading their fan-following further, it also ensures the product they are advertising get sold in large numbers. Thus, it remains a win-win situation for all involved. Talking about the Indian cricket team, the Virat Kohli-led Men in Blue are currently gearing up for their T20 World Cup 2021 tournament-opener, versus Pakistan on October 24 (Sunday) at Dubai. The marquee event commenced on October 17 with the qualifying round.

From Rahul Dravid, MS Dhoni to Sachin Tendulkar: Reliving vintage commercials featuring Indian cricketers

<p>The whole cricketing fraternity is eagerly waiting for the commencement of the India-Pakistan clash in the T20 World Cup 2021. Both cricketing giants only meet during multi-nation or ICC events due to the political tension between the arch-rivals. However, whenever both sides lock horns in a big-ticket tournament, it leads to heads being turned all around the cricketing spectrum as many watch the proceedings, from various parts of the globe.</p>

<p>Virat Kohli-led India are set to meet Babar Azam's Pakistan in both sides' tournament-opener, in the main draw of the showpiece event, on October 24 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Ahead of the marquee face-off, former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar poked fun at India's veteran off-spinner Harbhajan Singh. However, the Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) off-spinner had the last laugh with his reply. It all started when Akhtar shared a picture with Bhajji and hilariously trolled him. To this, the Indian also came back with a witty reply.</p>

<p><strong>Here's how it all panned out between the two legendary cricketers:</strong></p>

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<p>India and Pakistan last met during the 2019 ODI World Cup group stage encounter, at Edgbaston, Birmingham. Back then, the Kohli-led Men in Blue thrashed Pakistan by 89 runs (DLS method). On the other hand, India had also beaten Pakistan by 6 wickets in their 2016 T20 WC face-off, held at the iconic Eden Gardens, Kolkata.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India lead Pakistan 5-0 in T20 WC history and will be eager to maintain their flawless record versus the arch-rivals. However, Babar-led Pakistan won't be an easy opposition for the Indian team by any means. Both sides are placed in Pool B, along with New Zealand, Afghanistan whereas two other teams who will join them from the qualifiers.</p>


The whole cricketing fraternity is eagerly waiting for the commencement of the India-Pakistan clash in the T20 World Cup 2021. Both cricketing giants only meet during multi-nation or ICC events due to the political tension between the arch-rivals.

The whole cricketing fraternity is eagerly waiting for the commencement of the India-Pakistan clash in the T20 World Cup 2021. Both cricketing giants only meet during multi-nation or ICC events due to the political tension between the arch-rivals. However, whenever both sides lock horns in a big-ticket tournament, it leads to heads being turned all around the cricketing spectrum as many watch the proceedings, from various parts of the globe. Virat Kohli-led India are set to meet Babar Azam's Pakistan in both sides' tournament-opener, in the main draw of the showpiece event, on October 24 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Ahead of the marquee face-off, former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar poked fun at India's veteran off-spinner Harbhajan Singh. However, the Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) off-spinner had the last laugh with his reply. It all started when Akhtar shared a picture with Bhajji and hilariously trolled him. To this, the Indian also came back with a witty reply. Here's how it all panned out between the two legendary cricketers: ALSO READ | T20 WC: Pakistani internet sensation returns with a hilarious video as Indo-Pak clash nears - WATCH India and Pakistan last met during the 2019 ODI World Cup group stage encounter, at Edgbaston, Birmingham. Back then, the Kohli-led Men in Blue thrashed Pakistan by 89 runs (DLS method). On the other hand, India had also beaten Pakistan by 6 wickets in their 2016 T20 WC face-off, held at the iconic Eden Gardens, Kolkata. India lead Pakistan 5-0 in T20 WC history and will be eager to maintain their flawless record versus the arch-rivals. However, Babar-led Pakistan won't be an easy opposition for the Indian team by any means. Both sides are placed in Pool B, along with New Zealand, Afghanistan whereas two other teams who will join them from the qualifiers.

'When you've 400+ Test wickets...': Harbhajan Singh trolls Shoaib Akhtar ahead of India-Pakistan clash

<p>Former India cricketers Harbhajan Singh and Javagal Srinath are among 18 players who were given honorary life membership by the Marylebone Cricket Club here on Tuesday. Harbhajan is India`s third-highest wicket-taker in Tests, with 417 dismissals in 103 Tests, while Srinath is one of country`s greatest ODI players, taking 315 wickets to end his career as India`s second-highest wicket-taker in ODIs.<br />
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England cricketers Alastair Cook, Marcus Trescothick and Ian Bell too were conferred honorary life memberships on Tuesday, along with wicketkeeper Sarah Taylor, who, at 32, came out of retirement this season to play for Northern Diamonds in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint and Charlotte Edwards Cups, besides competing in The Hundred for Welsh Fire.<br />
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Four South African cricketers have also been awarded the honorary life membership, with Hashim Amla, Herschelle Gibbs, Jacques Kallis and Morne Morkel all receiving the honour. Kallis`s 13,289 Test runs puts him third on the all-time run-scoring list.</p>

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<p>Alex Blackwell and Damien Martyn of Australia were also included. All-rounder Blackwell won over 250 caps for her country across all formats of the games, and batter Martyn scored almost 10,000 international runs.<br />
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West Indies`s Ian Bishop, Shivnarine Chanderpaul and Ramnaresh Sarwan also received the honours on Tuesday. Bishop took 161 wickets in just 43 matches, while Chanderpaul is West Indies` most capped Test player (164) and only seven players have scored more than his 11,867 runs. Sarwan racked up 15 Test centuries, and his 291 against England in 2009 equalled the highest individual score by a West Indian.<br />
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Rangana Herath of Sri Lanka took 433 Test wickets in a career spanning almost two decades, and features in the top ten of all time Test wicket-takers.<br />
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Sara McGlashan is the sole New Zealander on the list, appearing over 200 times for the White Ferns over the course of a 14-year career and Zimbabwean allrounder Grant Flower has been recognised for his 10,000 international runs in 288 matches, completing a list that celebrates some of the greatest cricketing talent to grace the international arena.<br />
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"We are absolutely thrilled to be able to welcome our newest Honorary Life Members of MCC. The cricketers announced today are among the greatest international players of their generation," Guy Lavender, chief executive &amp; secretary of MCC, said in a statement.</p>

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<p><strong>The list: </strong>Hashim Amla (South Africa), Ian Bell (England), Ian Bishop (West Indies), Alex Blackwell (Australia), Shivnarine Chanderpaul (West Indies), Alastair Cook (England), Grant Flower (Zimbabwe), Herschelle Gibbs (South Africa), Rangana Herath (Sri Lanka), Jacques Kallis (South Africa), Damien Martyn (Australia), Sara McGlashan (New Zealand), Morne Morkel (South Africa), Ramnaresh Sarwan (West Indies), Harbhajan Singh (India), Javagal Srinath (India), Sarah Taylor (England), Marcus Trescothick (England).</p>


Former India cricketers Harbhajan Singh and Javagal Srinath are among 18 players who were given honorary life membership by the Marylebone Cricket Club here on Tuesday.

Former India cricketers Harbhajan Singh and Javagal Srinath are among 18 players who were given honorary life membership by the Marylebone Cricket Club here on Tuesday. Harbhajan is India`s third-highest wicket-taker in Tests, with 417 dismissals in 103 Tests, while Srinath is one of country`s greatest ODI players, taking 315 wickets to end his career as India`s second-highest wicket-taker in ODIs. England cricketers Alastair Cook, Marcus Trescothick and Ian Bell too were conferred honorary life memberships on Tuesday, along with wicketkeeper Sarah Taylor, who, at 32, came out of retirement this season to play for Northern Diamonds in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint and Charlotte Edwards Cups, besides competing in The Hundred for Welsh Fire. Four South African cricketers have also been awarded the honorary life membership, with Hashim Amla, Herschelle Gibbs, Jacques Kallis and Morne Morkel all receiving the honour. Kallis`s 13,289 Test runs puts him third on the all-time run-scoring list. ALSO READ | 'What's the point of playing?': Harbhajan Singh takes a jibe at Shoaib Akhtar ahead of India vs Pakistan clash Alex Blackwell and Damien Martyn of Australia were also included. All-rounder Blackwell won over 250 caps for her country across all formats of the games, and batter Martyn scored almost 10,000 international runs. West Indies`s Ian Bishop, Shivnarine Chanderpaul and Ramnaresh Sarwan also received the honours on Tuesday. Bishop took 161 wickets in just 43 matches, while Chanderpaul is West Indies` most capped Test player (164) and only seven players have scored more than his 11,867 runs. Sarwan racked up 15 Test centuries, and his 291 against England in 2009 equalled the highest individual score by a West Indian. Rangana Herath of Sri Lanka took 433 Test wickets in a career spanning almost two decades, and features in the top ten of all time Test wicket-takers. Sara McGlashan is the sole New Zealander on the list, appearing over 200 times for the White Ferns over the course of a 14-year career and Zimbabwean allrounder Grant Flower has been recognised for his 10,000 international runs in 288 matches, completing a list that celebrates some of the greatest cricketing talent to grace the international arena. "We are absolutely thrilled to be able to welcome our newest Honorary Life Members of MCC. The cricketers announced today are among the greatest international players of their generation," Guy Lavender, chief executive & secretary of MCC, said in a statement. ALSO READ | 'Now you can lick what you see': Harbhajan Singh to fan who alleged he cropped MS Dhoni from 2007 T20 WC pic The list: Hashim Amla (South Africa), Ian Bell (England), Ian Bishop (West Indies), Alex Blackwell (Australia), Shivnarine Chanderpaul (West Indies), Alastair Cook (England), Grant Flower (Zimbabwe), Herschelle Gibbs (South Africa), Rangana Herath (Sri Lanka), Jacques Kallis (South Africa), Damien Martyn (Australia), Sara McGlashan (New Zealand), Morne Morkel (South Africa), Ramnaresh Sarwan (West Indies), Harbhajan Singh (India), Javagal Srinath (India), Sarah Taylor (England), Marcus Trescothick (England).

Harbhajan Singh, Javagal Srinath among 18 marquee players to get MCC's honorary life membership

<p>Millions of cricket fans in India and Pakistan are eagerly waiting for the upcoming T20 World Cup clash between the two nations, which is scheduled to take place on October 24. The Virat Kohli-led team will start their campaign with the heavyweight clash, with an aim to keep their winning streak. India has emerged victorious in all the previous five matches against Pakistan in T20 World Cup since its inception in 2007.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Cricket rivalry between the two nations goes above and beyond and when it comes to cricket in the World Cup, it is like no other. From TV ads to social media trends, this particular battle dominates the charts.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Cricket fanatics would remember the epic "Mauka Mauka" ads that are released by the organisers ahead of the India vs Pakistan clash. They go viral like a fever. Even this time, a new edition of the commercial has been produced and commenting on the same, India's spin legend Harbhajan Singh has taken a jibe at former Pakistani pacer Shoaib Akhtar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a video shared by Star Sports, Harbhajan can be heard speaking in Hindi, which can be loosely translated in English as, "I have told Shoaib Akhtar that what is the point of playing against us? You should just give us a walkover."</p>

<p>"You will play against us, lose again and get disappointed. What's the point? Shoaib Akhtar, there's no chance. We have a very solid team, very strong team. It will blow your team away," he added.</p>

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<p>The bilateral series between the two has been suspended due to political reasons and previously, the arch-rivals met at the 2019 World Cup in England, where India won against Pakistan and maintained their unbeaten record in World Cups.&nbsp;</p>


Millions of cricket fans in India and Pakistan are eagerly waiting for the upcoming T20 World Cup clash between the two nations, which is scheduled to take place on October 24.

Millions of cricket fans in India and Pakistan are eagerly waiting for the upcoming T20 World Cup clash between the two nations, which is scheduled to take place on October 24. The Virat Kohli-led team will start their campaign with the heavyweight clash, with an aim to keep their winning streak. India has emerged victorious in all the previous five matches against Pakistan in T20 World Cup since its inception in 2007. Cricket rivalry between the two nations goes above and beyond and when it comes to cricket in the World Cup, it is like no other. From TV ads to social media trends, this particular battle dominates the charts. ALSO READ | From India vs Pakistan to Manchester United vs Liverpool: Could October 24 get any better? Cricket fanatics would remember the epic "Mauka Mauka" ads that are released by the organisers ahead of the India vs Pakistan clash. They go viral like a fever. Even this time, a new edition of the commercial has been produced and commenting on the same, India's spin legend Harbhajan Singh has taken a jibe at former Pakistani pacer Shoaib Akhtar. In a video shared by Star Sports, Harbhajan can be heard speaking in Hindi, which can be loosely translated in English as, "I have told Shoaib Akhtar that what is the point of playing against us? You should just give us a walkover." "You will play against us, lose again and get disappointed. What's the point? Shoaib Akhtar, there's no chance. We have a very solid team, very strong team. It will blow your team away," he added. ALSO READ | Saurav Ganguly met PCB chairman Ramiz Raja personally ahead of IPL 2021 final, Pakistan media claims The bilateral series between the two has been suspended due to political reasons and previously, the arch-rivals met at the 2019 World Cup in England, where India won against Pakistan and maintained their unbeaten record in World Cups.

'What's the point of playing?': Harbhajan Singh takes a jibe at Shoaib Akhtar ahead of India vs Pakistan clash

<p>Virat Kohli is the biggest name in world cricket in the modern-era. The 32-year-old broke into the scene at the highest level in 2008 and was a part of the MS Dhoni-led Indian team which won the 2011 ODI World Cup at home. After the mega event, Team India went through a revamp which saw the rise of King Kohli.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Since then, Kohli continues to be the poster boy of Indian cricket and one of the best batsmen across formats. While many will point out that the right-hander isn't at his fluent best in all forms of the game, having not scored a single century since late 2019, but his records still speak volumes of his abilities. To date, Kohli has 70 international tons and over 22,000 runs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While the Indian captain plays the game in an aggressive manner, he is totally opposite off the 22-yard cricket strip; fooling around with his teammates and having a blast from time to time even during training sessions. In the past, his ardent fans have often been treated with Kohli's funny side; imitating his Team India players with perfection. So far, Kohli has imitated the body language and playing style of many superstar cricketers, such as MS Dhoni, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Harbhajan Singh, Shikhar Dhawan, Ishant Sharma, Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor, etc.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Here's a compilation of Kohli's imitation skills:</strong></p>

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<p>The above video illustrates that while Kohli might be a passionate and aggressive cricketer on the field, he likes to have fun with his teammates off the 22-yard cricket strip and leaves the worries of the game behind him once stepping out of the field.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) bowed out of the IPL 2021 edition, on Monday (October 11), the Indian captain will now gear up for leading the Men in Blue -- for the last time in the shortest format -- in the upcoming T20 World Cup in the UAE, from October 17.</p>


Virat Kohli is the biggest name in world cricket in the modern-era. The 32-year-old broke into the scene at the highest level in 2008 and was a part of the MS Dhoni-led Indian team which won the 2011 ODI World Cup at home.

Virat Kohli is the biggest name in world cricket in the modern-era. The 32-year-old broke into the scene at the highest level in 2008 and was a part of the MS Dhoni-led Indian team which won the 2011 ODI World Cup at home. After the mega event, Team India went through a revamp which saw the rise of King Kohli. Since then, Kohli continues to be the poster boy of Indian cricket and one of the best batsmen across formats. While many will point out that the right-hander isn't at his fluent best in all forms of the game, having not scored a single century since late 2019, but his records still speak volumes of his abilities. To date, Kohli has 70 international tons and over 22,000 runs. While the Indian captain plays the game in an aggressive manner, he is totally opposite off the 22-yard cricket strip; fooling around with his teammates and having a blast from time to time even during training sessions. In the past, his ardent fans have often been treated with Kohli's funny side; imitating his Team India players with perfection. So far, Kohli has imitated the body language and playing style of many superstar cricketers, such as MS Dhoni, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Harbhajan Singh, Shikhar Dhawan, Ishant Sharma, Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor, etc. ALSO READ | Rohit Sharma likely to replace Virat Kohli as Team India's limited-overs captain post T20 World Cup: Reports Here's a compilation of Kohli's imitation skills: × ALSO READ | 'He will see himself as a failure' - Michael Vaughan opines on Virat Kohli's tenure as RCB captain The above video illustrates that while Kohli might be a passionate and aggressive cricketer on the field, he likes to have fun with his teammates off the 22-yard cricket strip and leaves the worries of the game behind him once stepping out of the field. After Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) bowed out of the IPL 2021 edition, on Monday (October 11), the Indian captain will now gear up for leading the Men in Blue -- for the last time in the shortest format -- in the upcoming T20 World Cup in the UAE, from October 17.

From MSD to Hitman: How Virat Kohli left fans in splits with his flawless imitation of Team India players

<p>French University Ecole Superieure Robert de Sorbon has conferred former India spinner Harbhajan Singh with a honorary PhD in Sports during a convocation ceremony here.</p>

<p>Harbhajan couldn't attend the ceremony in person as he is currently in a bio-secure environment as part of Kolkata Knight Riders' campaign in the IPL.</p>

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<p>The University awards honorary doctorate degree to eminent personalities in various walks of life, which also includes achievements in the sporting arena.</p>

<p>"If any institution accords respect, you accept that with utmost humility. If I have been conferred with honorary sports doctorate by the university, it is because I played cricket and people have showered their love and affection for that. I am honoured to be conferred with the degree," the 41-year-old Harbhajan said.</p>

<p>Harbhajan's name was recommended to the French University by noted industrialist Dr Harcharan Singh Ranauta, vice-president of Indian Federation of United Nations Associations (IFUNA).</p>

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<p>Harbhajan also thanked the jury which selected him. "I would like to thank Dr John Thomas Parade, president Sorbon, Dr Vivek Choudhury, chairman, Sorbon International Convocation Committee (Celebrity), Dr Mukesh Tyagi, Sorbon International Convocation Committee, for finding me worthy enough."&nbsp;</p>


French University Ecole Superieure Robert de Sorbon has conferred former India spinner Harbhajan Singh with a honorary PhD in Sports during a convocation ceremony here.

French University Ecole Superieure Robert de Sorbon has conferred former India spinner Harbhajan Singh with a honorary PhD in Sports during a convocation ceremony here. Harbhajan couldn't attend the ceremony in person as he is currently in a bio-secure environment as part of Kolkata Knight Riders' campaign in the IPL. ALSO READ | 'He has more shots than Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma' - Gautam Gambhir makes BOLD claim on Team India star The University awards honorary doctorate degree to eminent personalities in various walks of life, which also includes achievements in the sporting arena. "If any institution accords respect, you accept that with utmost humility. If I have been conferred with honorary sports doctorate by the university, it is because I played cricket and people have showered their love and affection for that. I am honoured to be conferred with the degree," the 41-year-old Harbhajan said. Harbhajan's name was recommended to the French University by noted industrialist Dr Harcharan Singh Ranauta, vice-president of Indian Federation of United Nations Associations (IFUNA). ALSO READ: Ishan Kishan slams fastest fifty of IPL 2021 season as Mumbai Indians aim for unlikely playoffs spot Harbhajan also thanked the jury which selected him. "I would like to thank Dr John Thomas Parade, president Sorbon, Dr Vivek Choudhury, chairman, Sorbon International Convocation Committee (Celebrity), Dr Mukesh Tyagi, Sorbon International Convocation Committee, for finding me worthy enough."

French University confers Harbhajan Singh with honorary PhD in Sports

<p>Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) haven't been at their very best in the IPL 2021 edition. The defending champions and five-time winners still remain alive in the playoffs race, however, the Mumbai franchise have a tough battle with the two-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in order to grab the fourth spot.</p>

<p>Despite MI having lots to do in order to qualify for the playoffs, the 34-year-old Rohit has been at his cheeky best off the 22-yard cricket strip. Recently, Rohit turned into a prankster and hilariously trolled his wife Ritika Sajdeh, sharing the video on his official Instagram handle. On Wednesday (October 6), Rohit once again entertained his fans and came up with a hilarious video where he imitated some of the legendary cricketers, such as Sachin Tendulkar, MI coach Mahela Jayawardene and Harbhajan Singh.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/explained-as-mi-crush-rr-heres-how-mumbai-or-kkr-can-grab-the-4th-spot-in-ipl-2021-playoffs-418570">EXPLAINED: As MI crush RR, here's how Mumbai or KKR can grab the 4th spot in IPL 2021 playoffs</a></strong></p>

<p><strong>Here's Rohit's on-point imitation of the legendary players:</strong></p>

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<p>While the comment&nbsp;section is filled with many names, Rohit imitated MI's former skippers Tendulkar, Bhajji and current head coach Jayawardene.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Tuesday (October 5), Rohit-led MI pulled off a thumping win over one-time winners Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah in match 51. Asking RR to bat first, Rohit &amp; Co. rode on Nathan Coulter-Nile's 4-fer and Jimmy Neesham's three-wicket haul to bundle out RR for a mere 90. In reply, MI chased down the total with 8 wickets and 70 balls to spare.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rohit-led MI, thus, remain in contention for the fourth playoffs spot. However, they still need to beat Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by a big margin and hope for RR to beat KKR to progress into the last four.</p>


Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) haven't been at their very best in the IPL 2021 edition. The defending champions and five-time winners still remain alive in the playoffs race, however, the Mumbai franchise have a tough battle with the two-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in order to grab the fourth spot.

Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) haven't been at their very best in the IPL 2021 edition. The defending champions and five-time winners still remain alive in the playoffs race, however, the Mumbai franchise have a tough battle with the two-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in order to grab the fourth spot. Despite MI having lots to do in order to qualify for the playoffs, the 34-year-old Rohit has been at his cheeky best off the 22-yard cricket strip. Recently, Rohit turned into a prankster and hilariously trolled his wife Ritika Sajdeh, sharing the video on his official Instagram handle. On Wednesday (October 6), Rohit once again entertained his fans and came up with a hilarious video where he imitated some of the legendary cricketers, such as Sachin Tendulkar, MI coach Mahela Jayawardene and Harbhajan Singh. ALSO READ | EXPLAINED: As MI crush RR, here's how Mumbai or KKR can grab the 4th spot in IPL 2021 playoffs Here's Rohit's on-point imitation of the legendary players: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rohit Sharma (@rohitsharma45) × ALSO READ | 'Don't think he can...' - Gautam Gambhir slams MI's Hardik Pandya for not bowling in IPL 2021 ahead of T20 WC While the comment section is filled with many names, Rohit imitated MI's former skippers Tendulkar, Bhajji and current head coach Jayawardene. On Tuesday (October 5), Rohit-led MI pulled off a thumping win over one-time winners Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah in match 51. Asking RR to bat first, Rohit & Co. rode on Nathan Coulter-Nile's 4-fer and Jimmy Neesham's three-wicket haul to bundle out RR for a mere 90. In reply, MI chased down the total with 8 wickets and 70 balls to spare. Rohit-led MI, thus, remain in contention for the fourth playoffs spot. However, they still need to beat Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by a big margin and hope for RR to beat KKR to progress into the last four.

IPL 2021: Man of many talents! Rohit Sharma imitates MI legends, shares video on Instagram - WATCH

<p>Indian Premier League 2021, currently underway in UAE, is a precursor for the upcoming &nbsp;ICC T20 World Cup which is set to begin October 17 in UAE and Oman. For the upcoming showpiece event, Indian national selectors had picked the squad last month, before the second phase of IPL 2021 started.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ever since the squad was announced, critics and some of the former players expressed their opinions over the snub of some top players like Shikhar Dhawan, Sanju Samson and Yuzvendra Chahal. Most importantly, they have performed well during the IPL 2021 UAE leg.&nbsp;On the other hand, some selected players in the Indian squad like Rahul Chahar, Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav have failed to impress so far.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As former Indian spinner, Harbhajan Singh on Tuesday (October 5) said he is still hoping to see Yuzvendra Chahal in India's T20 World Cup squad. He also advised Chahal to not bowl too slow which was one of the reasons for the spinner's exclusion from the squad. "You have given ur best as always.. keep it up.. and make sure u keep bowling the right pace. Not too slow OK..still hoping to see you in team India for T20 World Cup. Champion bowler," Harbhajan tweeted for Chahal.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Now, former India pacer Ajit Agarkar feels the selectors shouldn't make any change in the squad despite some players going through a lean patch ahead of the showpiece event in UAE.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"In my opinion, once you have picked the squad for World Cup - barring injury - I don't think you should make any changes. Yes, there are guys at the moment who are not in their great form, but it only takes one innings - whether it's bowling or batting - to change that form around, and that could still happen before the end of the IPL," Agarkar said while speaking exclusively on Star Sports show Cricket Connected.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Agarkar wants the selector to stick with the squad as only one inning (in IPL 2021) is needed for a player to regain the form.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"So, if you think that's the best 15 you've picked going to the World Cup, my personal opinion, I would stick with it, because you have got to show faith in people even when things are not looking so good, because things can turn around very quickly," Agarkar added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>India squad:</strong> Virat Kohli (c), Rohit Sharma (VC), KL Rahul, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, R Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Rahul Chahar, Varun, Mohammed Shami, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja, Ishan Kishan.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Standby players:&nbsp;</strong>Shreyas Iyer, Shardul Thakur, Deepak Chahar.</p>


Indian Premier League 2021, currently underway in UAE, is a precursor for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup which is set to begin October 17 in UAE and Oman. For the upcoming showpiece event, Indian national selectors had picked the squad last month, before the second phase of IPL 2021 started.

Indian Premier League 2021, currently underway in UAE, is a precursor for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup which is set to begin October 17 in UAE and Oman. For the upcoming showpiece event, Indian national selectors had picked the squad last month, before the second phase of IPL 2021 started. Ever since the squad was announced, critics and some of the former players expressed their opinions over the snub of some top players like Shikhar Dhawan, Sanju Samson and Yuzvendra Chahal. Most importantly, they have performed well during the IPL 2021 UAE leg. On the other hand, some selected players in the Indian squad like Rahul Chahar, Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav have failed to impress so far. ALSO READ | 'Don't drag India' - BCCI official slams claims accusing Indian board of influencing England, NZ to cancel Pak tours As former Indian spinner, Harbhajan Singh on Tuesday (October 5) said he is still hoping to see Yuzvendra Chahal in India's T20 World Cup squad. He also advised Chahal to not bowl too slow which was one of the reasons for the spinner's exclusion from the squad. "You have given ur best as always.. keep it up.. and make sure u keep bowling the right pace. Not too slow OK..still hoping to see you in team India for T20 World Cup. Champion bowler," Harbhajan tweeted for Chahal. You have given ur best as always.. keep it up.. and make sure u keep bowling the right pace 😝.. Not too slow OK..still hoping to see you in team India for T20 World Cup.. Champion bowler 👍 https://t.co/ZOhxlNsmhv — Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) October 5, 2021 × Now, former India pacer Ajit Agarkar feels the selectors shouldn't make any change in the squad despite some players going through a lean patch ahead of the showpiece event in UAE. "In my opinion, once you have picked the squad for World Cup - barring injury - I don't think you should make any changes. Yes, there are guys at the moment who are not in their great form, but it only takes one innings - whether it's bowling or batting - to change that form around, and that could still happen before the end of the IPL," Agarkar said while speaking exclusively on Star Sports show Cricket Connected. Agarkar wants the selector to stick with the squad as only one inning (in IPL 2021) is needed for a player to regain the form. "So, if you think that's the best 15 you've picked going to the World Cup, my personal opinion, I would stick with it, because you have got to show faith in people even when things are not looking so good, because things can turn around very quickly," Agarkar added. India squad: Virat Kohli (c), Rohit Sharma (VC), KL Rahul, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, R Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Rahul Chahar, Varun, Mohammed Shami, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja, Ishan Kishan. Standby players: Shreyas Iyer, Shardul Thakur, Deepak Chahar.

Should India re-think T20 World Cup squad? Harbhajan Singh and Ajit Agarkar have contrasting opinions

<p>Indian national selectors left many surprised when they announced the 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, to be held in the UAE from October 17. While many regular members were included in the Virat Kohli-led squad, some notable omissions were Shikhar Dhawan, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, etc.</p>

<p>Chahal remains India's highest wicket-taker in the shortest format (63 scalps), however, he missed out and wasn't even named in the standby list owing to his indifferent or scratchy form in recent times. However, many were surprised that the selectors and team management preferred Axar Patel over him whereas Mumbai Indians' (MI) Rahul Chahar also got the nod, having played only 5 games for the Men in Blue.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The reason that the Chetan Sharma-led selection committee&nbsp;gave for preferring Chahar over Chahal was the difference in pace among the two bowlers. "Yuzvendra Chahal’s name was discussed. But we picked Rahul Chahar over Yuzi as we wanted someone who bowls fast and gets pace off the pitch. He also gets the ball to grip through the surface," Sharma was quoted as saying.</p>

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<p>Chetan Sharma-led committee's statement didn't go down well among the ardent Indian cricket fans. After Royal Challengers Bangalore's (RCB) stunning 54-run win over Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI), in match 39 of IPL 2021 on Sunday (September 26), India's and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) veteran spinner Harbhajan Singh slammed the Indian selections for their remark and took a jibe at them. The 41-year-old took to social media to laud Chahal and tweeted "Did Chahal bowl fast or slow today guys ??? 4–0-11-3 what a spell champion&nbsp;@yuzi_chahal."</p>

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<p>So far, Chahal has accounted for 5 scalps in RCB's three encounters in the ongoing second and final leg of IPL 14, in the UAE. Given that all the teams can still tweak their T20 WC squad till October 10, Chahal still has an outside chance to feature in the Kohli-led squad with few more notable performances in the UAE leg.&nbsp;</p>


Indian national selectors left many surprised when they announced the 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, to be held in the UAE from October 17. While many regular members were included in the Virat Kohli-led squad, some notable omissions were Shikhar Dhawan, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, etc.

Indian national selectors left many surprised when they announced the 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, to be held in the UAE from October 17. While many regular members were included in the Virat Kohli-led squad, some notable omissions were Shikhar Dhawan, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, etc. Chahal remains India's highest wicket-taker in the shortest format (63 scalps), however, he missed out and wasn't even named in the standby list owing to his indifferent or scratchy form in recent times. However, many were surprised that the selectors and team management preferred Axar Patel over him whereas Mumbai Indians' (MI) Rahul Chahar also got the nod, having played only 5 games for the Men in Blue. The reason that the Chetan Sharma-led selection committee gave for preferring Chahar over Chahal was the difference in pace among the two bowlers. "Yuzvendra Chahal’s name was discussed. But we picked Rahul Chahar over Yuzi as we wanted someone who bowls fast and gets pace off the pitch. He also gets the ball to grip through the surface," Sharma was quoted as saying. ALSO READ | IPL 2021: UNMISSABLE! AB de Villiers' son's reaction goes viral after RCB veteran gets out in clash vs MI - Watch Chetan Sharma-led committee's statement didn't go down well among the ardent Indian cricket fans. After Royal Challengers Bangalore's (RCB) stunning 54-run win over Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI), in match 39 of IPL 2021 on Sunday (September 26), India's and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) veteran spinner Harbhajan Singh slammed the Indian selections for their remark and took a jibe at them. The 41-year-old took to social media to laud Chahal and tweeted "Did Chahal bowl fast or slow today guys ??? 4–0-11-3 what a spell champion @yuzi_chahal." Did chahal bowl fast or slow today guys ??? 4–0-11-3 what a spell champion @yuzi_chahal @RCBTweets @IPL — Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) September 26, 2021 × ALSO READ | [VIDEO] AB de Villiers imitates Virat Kohli's passionate celebration in dressing room after RCB thrash Mumbai Indians So far, Chahal has accounted for 5 scalps in RCB's three encounters in the ongoing second and final leg of IPL 14, in the UAE. Given that all the teams can still tweak their T20 WC squad till October 10, Chahal still has an outside chance to feature in the Kohli-led squad with few more notable performances in the UAE leg.

Did he bowl fast or slow? Harbhajan Singh taunts Indian selectors after Yuzvendra Chahal's superb show in RCB-MI clash

<p>On this day 14 years back, team India lifted the inaugural ICC T20 World Cup trophy under MS Dhoni in 2007. A young Indian team led by Dhoni defeated arch-rivals Pakistan in a thrilling final in South Africa to clinch the elusive trophy. Fans, experts and cricketers celebrated on social media as September 24 (Friday) marked the 14th anniversary of India's memorable 2007 T20 World Cup triumph.</p>

<p>Veteran spinner Harbhajan Singh, who was also a part of the T20 World Cup-winning squad under Dhoni, also took to Twitter to post a throwback picture of India's stunning win. “When your FAITH becomes stronger than your FEAR … then your dream can become a reality #champions &nbsp;#T20WorldCup2007 #TeamIndia,” Harbhajan captioned the picture.</p>

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<p>Congratulatory messages soon started pouring in from all corners in the comments section, however, a Twitter user alleged that the off-spinner cropped out Dhoni from the throwback picture. Accusing Harbhajan of cropping Dhoni out, the Twitter user wrote - "Nice Bhai Nicely Croped MSD Photo." [Nice brother nicely cropped out MSD's photo]</p>

<p>Harbhajan had used a trophy emoji to cover the left bottom corner of the picture. The reaction from the Twitter user didn't go down well with Harbhajan, who was quick to hit back and shut him down. Harbhajan shared the unedited version of the picture which showed that it was a crew member who had been cropped out by Harbhajan and not Dhoni.</p>

<p>"Now u can lick what u see in the picture I cropped," Harbhajan replied to the fan.</p>

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<p>Harbhajan is yet to retire from international cricket and continues to ply his trade in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He is currently part of the Kolkata Knight Riders' squad and is in the UAE with the team for the ongoing second leg of IPL 2021.</p>

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On this day 14 years back, team India lifted the inaugural ICC T20 World Cup trophy under MS Dhoni in 2007. A young Indian team led by Dhoni defeated arch-rivals Pakistan in a thrilling final in South Africa to clinch the elusive trophy.

On this day 14 years back, team India lifted the inaugural ICC T20 World Cup trophy under MS Dhoni in 2007. A young Indian team led by Dhoni defeated arch-rivals Pakistan in a thrilling final in South Africa to clinch the elusive trophy. Fans, experts and cricketers celebrated on social media as September 24 (Friday) marked the 14th anniversary of India's memorable 2007 T20 World Cup triumph. Veteran spinner Harbhajan Singh, who was also a part of the T20 World Cup-winning squad under Dhoni, also took to Twitter to post a throwback picture of India's stunning win. “When your FAITH becomes stronger than your FEAR … then your dream can become a reality #champions #T20WorldCup2007 #TeamIndia,” Harbhajan captioned the picture. Congratulatory messages soon started pouring in from all corners in the comments section, however, a Twitter user alleged that the off-spinner cropped out Dhoni from the throwback picture. Accusing Harbhajan of cropping Dhoni out, the Twitter user wrote - "Nice Bhai Nicely Croped MSD Photo." [Nice brother nicely cropped out MSD's photo] Harbhajan had used a trophy emoji to cover the left bottom corner of the picture. The reaction from the Twitter user didn't go down well with Harbhajan, who was quick to hit back and shut him down. Harbhajan shared the unedited version of the picture which showed that it was a crew member who had been cropped out by Harbhajan and not Dhoni. "Now u can lick what u see in the picture I cropped," Harbhajan replied to the fan. Harbhajan is yet to retire from international cricket and continues to ply his trade in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He is currently part of the Kolkata Knight Riders' squad and is in the UAE with the team for the ongoing second leg of IPL 2021.

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