West Indies won the toss and opted to bat against West Indies in the third and final T20I of a three-match series on Sunday at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium.&nbsp;

"We have a lot of pride to play for. We have to show pride, hunger and intensity to win. We're going in with the same XI," said Carlos Brathwaite after winning the toss.

The pitch at&nbsp;has been on the slower side in recent games but the square prepared for Sunday's game is expected to favour the batsmen.&nbsp;

India have sealed the series with a comprehensive win in the second T20I at Lucknow, all thanks to Rohit Sharma's brilliant ton, and the team will aim to complete a clean sweep.

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Team India will also look to test the bench strength.

For the cricket loving fans in Chennai, they will certainly miss Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who is not a part of the T20 squad.&nbsp;

West Indies have gone with the same playing XI while, Indian selectors decided to rest pacemen Jasprit Bumrah, Umesh Yadav and wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav.

Washington Sundar has been added to the squad.

Here is the squad:

India: Rohit Sharma(c), Shikhar Dhawan, Rishabh Pant, Lokesh Rahul, Manish Pandey, Dinesh Karthik(w), Krunal Pandya, Washington Sundar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, K Khaleel Ahmed, Yuzvendra Chahal.

West Indies: Shai Hope, Shimron Hetmyer, Darren Bravo, Denesh Ramdin(w), Nicholas Pooran, Kieron Pollard, Carlos Brathwaite(c), Fabian Allen, Keemo Paul, Khary Pierre, Oshane Thomas.

West Indies won the toss and opted to bat against West Indies in the third and final T20I of a three-match series on Sunday at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium. "We have a lot of pride to play for.

West Indies won the toss and opted to bat against West Indies in the third and final T20I of a three-match series on Sunday at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium. "We have a lot of pride to play for. We have to show pride, hunger and intensity to win. We're going in with the same XI," said Carlos Brathwaite after winning the toss. The pitch at has been on the slower side in recent games but the square prepared for Sunday's game is expected to favour the batsmen. India have sealed the series with a comprehensive win in the second T20I at Lucknow, all thanks to Rohit Sharma's brilliant ton, and the team will aim to complete a clean sweep. Windies have won the toss and elected to bat in the third T20I against India. Yuzvendra Chahal and Washington Sundar are in for the home side, while the tourists are unchanged. Can the Windies claim a consolation win?#INDvWI LIVE 👇https://t.co/VsssOXxhh3 pic.twitter.com/Npa5Cx8Oul — ICC (@ICC) November 11, 2018 × Team India will also look to test the bench strength. For the cricket loving fans in Chennai, they will certainly miss Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who is not a part of the T20 squad. West Indies have gone with the same playing XI while, Indian selectors decided to rest pacemen Jasprit Bumrah, Umesh Yadav and wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav. Washington Sundar has been added to the squad. Here is the squad: India: Rohit Sharma(c), Shikhar Dhawan, Rishabh Pant, Lokesh Rahul, Manish Pandey, Dinesh Karthik(w), Krunal Pandya, Washington Sundar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, K Khaleel Ahmed, Yuzvendra Chahal. West Indies: Shai Hope, Shimron Hetmyer, Darren Bravo, Denesh Ramdin(w), Nicholas Pooran, Kieron Pollard, Carlos Brathwaite(c), Fabian Allen, Keemo Paul, Khary Pierre, Oshane Thomas.

IND vs WI, 3rd T20I: With same playing XI, West Indies opt to bat against India

India captain <a href="http://www.wionews.com/search?q=virat">Virat Kohli</a> dismissed the debate that endorsements can be distracting for a cricketer and he said that it is important for a player to balance his cricketing and commercial interests.

"As a professional sportsman there is not a set age to do business because you have to establish a business whenever you start it. It is a cliche that you should do business only after a specific age," Virat said during an event.

"I don't believe that you can't do endorsement while playing. I don't believe in all of that. If you have limited time, you should know how to establish (your product) in a limited period of time," the star batsman added.

Kohli endorses a host of brands and some are even his own ventures. "I was 25-26 when I got associated with Wrogn (his own clothing brand). Even then people thought I am entering into business at 25, I am too young for it," said Kohli.

Kohli has been ranked ahead of American basketball player Stephen Curry and boxer Floyd Mayweather in the list of athletes who earn the most money for sponsored posts on the photo-sharing app, Instagram.

According to the Instagram rich list released by HopperHQ.com a few months ago, Virat earns US $120,000 per sponsored Instagram post and has over 25 million followers.

Kohli has a crucial cricketing assignment coming up with the tour of Australia, starting November 21. Australia personally has been a happy hunting ground for Kohli but the team has had little success.&nbsp;

The batting mainstay did not talk about the Australia tour, saying he will do that before the team leaves on November 16.

India captain Virat Kohli dismissed the debate that endorsements can be distracting for a cricketer and he said that it is important for a player to balance his cricketing and commercial interests.

India captain Virat Kohli dismissed the debate that endorsements can be distracting for a cricketer and he said that it is important for a player to balance his cricketing and commercial interests. "As a professional sportsman there is not a set age to do business because you have to establish a business whenever you start it. It is a cliche that you should do business only after a specific age," Virat said during an event. "I don't believe that you can't do endorsement while playing. I don't believe in all of that. If you have limited time, you should know how to establish (your product) in a limited period of time," the star batsman added. Kohli endorses a host of brands and some are even his own ventures. "I was 25-26 when I got associated with Wrogn (his own clothing brand). Even then people thought I am entering into business at 25, I am too young for it," said Kohli. Kohli has been ranked ahead of American basketball player Stephen Curry and boxer Floyd Mayweather in the list of athletes who earn the most money for sponsored posts on the photo-sharing app, Instagram. According to the Instagram rich list released by HopperHQ.com a few months ago, Virat earns US $120,000 per sponsored Instagram post and has over 25 million followers. Kohli has a crucial cricketing assignment coming up with the tour of Australia, starting November 21. Australia personally has been a happy hunting ground for Kohli but the team has had little success. The batting mainstay did not talk about the Australia tour, saying he will do that before the team leaves on November 16.

Virat Kohli: I don't believe that you can't do endorsement while playing

Virat Kohli has responded to the severe backlash that he faced when he recently&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-virat-kohli-tells-fan-to-leave-india-for-liking-foreign-batsmen-more-176065">asked a fan&nbsp;to "leave India"</a>&nbsp;for liking foreign batsmen more.

Indian skipper, who has been rested from the ongoing three-match T20I series against West Indies, took to Twitter to justify his earlier remarks that sparked a controversy.

"I guess trolling isn't for me guys, I'll stick to getting trolled! I spoke about how "these Indians" was mentioned in the comment and that's all. I’m all for freedom of choice. Keep it light guys and enjoy the festive season. Love and peace to all," wrote Virat on his official Twitter handle.

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On Wednesday a video went viral on social networking sites in which Kohli was seen asking the fan to set the priorities right or should leave the country for not liking the national cricket team.

As per media reports, the video was recorded by the 30-year-old as part of the promotions for his newly launched app, Virat Kohli Official App. The application was launched on Kohli's 30th birthday on Monday.

"Over-rated batsman and personally I see nothing special in his batting. I enjoy watching English and Australian batsmen more than these Indians," Virat Kohli read out the fans tweet.

In response, Virat said, "Okay, I don't think you should live in India then… you should go and live somewhere else no. Why are you living in our country and loving other countries? I don’t mind you not liking me but I don't think you should live in our country and like other things. Get your priorities right."

Virat Kohli has responded to the severe backlash that he faced when he recently asked a fan to "leave India" for liking foreign batsmen more. Indian skipper, who has been rested from the ongoing three-match T20I series against West Indies, took to Twitter to justify his earlier remarks that sparked a controversy.

Virat Kohli has responded to the severe backlash that he faced when he recently asked a fan to "leave India" for liking foreign batsmen more. Indian skipper, who has been rested from the ongoing three-match T20I series against West Indies, took to Twitter to justify his earlier remarks that sparked a controversy. "I guess trolling isn't for me guys, I'll stick to getting trolled! I spoke about how "these Indians" was mentioned in the comment and that's all. I’m all for freedom of choice. Keep it light guys and enjoy the festive season. Love and peace to all," wrote Virat on his official Twitter handle. I guess trolling isn't for me guys, I'll stick to getting trolled! 😁 I spoke about how "these Indians" was mentioned in the comment and that's all. I’m all for freedom of choice. 🙏 Keep it light guys and enjoy the festive season. Love and peace to all. ✌😊 — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) November 8, 2018 × On Wednesday a video went viral on social networking sites in which Kohli was seen asking the fan to set the priorities right or should leave the country for not liking the national cricket team. As per media reports, the video was recorded by the 30-year-old as part of the promotions for his newly launched app, Virat Kohli Official App. The application was launched on Kohli's 30th birthday on Monday. "Over-rated batsman and personally I see nothing special in his batting. I enjoy watching English and Australian batsmen more than these Indians," Virat Kohli read out the fans tweet. In response, Virat said, "Okay, I don't think you should live in India then… you should go and live somewhere else no. Why are you living in our country and loving other countries? I don’t mind you not liking me but I don't think you should live in our country and like other things. Get your priorities right."

Virat Kohli: 'Trolling isn't for me guys, I'll stick to getting trolled'

There is no final answer to the never-ending debate - who between Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli is a better batsman?

Veterans like Ian Chappell and Jeff Thomson said this year that Sachin was great but they found Kohli tougher, consistent and better match-winner than Tendulkar.

It would not be reasonable to compare two extraordinary players who played in an alternate time periods.&nbsp;

If we reduce the comparison to just numbers then via statistics Kohli definitely looks better than Sachin on records.&nbsp;

On October 24, Virat Kohli broke Sachin Tendulkar’s record to become the fastest batsman to score 10,000 runs in One Day International cricket during his not out 157 against West Indies.

Virat Kohli reached that level 54 innings earlier than Sachin.&nbsp;

It took Sachin 331 innings to score his 37th-century whereas Kohli reached the milestone in his 205th ODI innings.

Sachin Tendulkar's batting average in ODI cricket is 44.8 and Kohli is scoring with an extraordinary average of 59.83.

Sachin's strike rate in his career was 86.2 and Virat's strike rate is 92.88.

Kohli is way ahead of Tendulkar in most parameters based on numbers but for a fair and appropriate comparison, we will have to understand the situation and strength of their teams they played with.

Since his debut till 2001, Sachin was the only consistent performer of Indian batting line up. He was dragging an underperforming team with his tremendous skills.

"Switch the TV off when Sachin would get out' was one unwritten rule of the 1990s which shows the strength of our batting line up that time.

And on the other hand, Kohli has spent almost all his initial ten years in a team that has dominated the world cricket.

Tendulkar did not have the luxury of good support in the 1990s as India was heavily dependent on him. Kohli has had better support throughout his career.

After India defeated Sri Lanka in 2011 World Cup Final, Virat Kohli who carried Tendulkar on his shoulder himself said, "Sachin Tendulkar has carried Indian cricket on his shoulders for 21 years. So it was fitting that we carried him on our shoulders after this win".

Any good analyst will place Sachin Tendulkar above Kohli, because the kind of bowlers he faced were better than what they are now.

The era Sachin played in had the best teams, fast bowlers and spinners.

The bowling attacks Sachin faced had Courtney Walsh, Curtly Ambrose, Wasim Akram, Shoaib Akhtar, Waqar Younis, Glenn McGrath, Allan Donald, Shaun Pollock, Fanie de Villiers, Jason Gillespie, Shane Warne, Muttiah Muralitharan, &nbsp;Darren Gough, Chaminda Vaas and many more.&nbsp;

Today international cricket lacks those fearsome fast bowlers and spinners.

But Kohli's fitness and his increasing consistency in chasing and match-winning abilities make him unmatched in world cricket.

Sachin played in a different era with different challenges, meanwhile, Kohli plays without the dominating presence of big stars, therefore, it will be better to celebrate their performances as a contribution to the team then to compare them.&nbsp;

Both have given the game a different perspective, a fresh way of thinking and have taken the art of batsmanship to another level. Virat and Sachin, in fact, are two sides of the same coin.

(Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author and do not reflect the views of ZMCL)

There is no final answer to the never-ending debate - who between Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli is a better batsman? Veterans like Ian Chappell and Jeff Thomson said this year that Sachin was great but they found Kohli tougher, consistent and better match-winner than Tendulkar.

There is no final answer to the never-ending debate - who between Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli is a better batsman? Veterans like Ian Chappell and Jeff Thomson said this year that Sachin was great but they found Kohli tougher, consistent and better match-winner than Tendulkar. It would not be reasonable to compare two extraordinary players who played in an alternate time periods. If we reduce the comparison to just numbers then via statistics Kohli definitely looks better than Sachin on records. On October 24, Virat Kohli broke Sachin Tendulkar’s record to become the fastest batsman to score 10,000 runs in One Day International cricket during his not out 157 against West Indies. Virat Kohli reached that level 54 innings earlier than Sachin. It took Sachin 331 innings to score his 37th-century whereas Kohli reached the milestone in his 205th ODI innings. Sachin Tendulkar's batting average in ODI cricket is 44.8 and Kohli is scoring with an extraordinary average of 59.83. Sachin's strike rate in his career was 86.2 and Virat's strike rate is 92.88. Kohli is way ahead of Tendulkar in most parameters based on numbers but for a fair and appropriate comparison, we will have to understand the situation and strength of their teams they played with. Since his debut till 2001, Sachin was the only consistent performer of Indian batting line up. He was dragging an underperforming team with his tremendous skills. "Switch the TV off when Sachin would get out' was one unwritten rule of the 1990s which shows the strength of our batting line up that time. And on the other hand, Kohli has spent almost all his initial ten years in a team that has dominated the world cricket. Tendulkar did not have the luxury of good support in the 1990s as India was heavily dependent on him. Kohli has had better support throughout his career. After India defeated Sri Lanka in 2011 World Cup Final, Virat Kohli who carried Tendulkar on his shoulder himself said, "Sachin Tendulkar has carried Indian cricket on his shoulders for 21 years. So it was fitting that we carried him on our shoulders after this win". Any good analyst will place Sachin Tendulkar above Kohli, because the kind of bowlers he faced were better than what they are now. The era Sachin played in had the best teams, fast bowlers and spinners. The bowling attacks Sachin faced had Courtney Walsh, Curtly Ambrose, Wasim Akram, Shoaib Akhtar, Waqar Younis, Glenn McGrath, Allan Donald, Shaun Pollock, Fanie de Villiers, Jason Gillespie, Shane Warne, Muttiah Muralitharan, Darren Gough, Chaminda Vaas and many more. Today international cricket lacks those fearsome fast bowlers and spinners. But Kohli's fitness and his increasing consistency in chasing and match-winning abilities make him unmatched in world cricket. Sachin played in a different era with different challenges, meanwhile, Kohli plays without the dominating presence of big stars, therefore, it will be better to celebrate their performances as a contribution to the team then to compare them. Both have given the game a different perspective, a fresh way of thinking and have taken the art of batsmanship to another level. Virat and Sachin, in fact, are two sides of the same coin. (Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author and do not reflect the views of ZMCL)

Don't compare Sachin and Virat- batsmen of two different eras

Following a huge 224-run victory in the fourth ODI against the West Indies, India will aim to seal the last match of the five-match series with a win in Thiruvananthapuram.&nbsp; 
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The Virat Kohli and Co, who are leading 2-1 in the five-match series that also witnessed a tie, will look to register their eighth straight series win over the Windies in a bilateral ODI series.

The last time the Windies won was back in 2006 at home.

For India, top-order batsmen Rohit Sharma, skipper Virat Kohli and Ambati Rayudu are in red-hot form. While Kohli smashed three consecutive centuries, Rohit slammed his second and Rayudu registered his 3rd ODI hundred during the ongoing five-ODI match series. &nbsp;

With scores of 140, 157 not out and 107 in the first three games, Kohli became the first Indian to score three consecutive hundreds in the 50-over format.

The only problem India have is southpaw Shikhar Dhawan, who has not capitalised on the starts, while veteran Mahendra Singh Dhoni (MSD), who is going through one of the worst phases in his international cricket career.

Meanwhile, Jason Holder's men will look to seek inspiration from their illustrious predecessors and level the series.

Shimron Hetmyer and Shai Hope have impressed the most, having logged a century each while underlining their abilities. Captain Holder has shown his capability to handle the pressure.&nbsp;

The two teams will lock horns on Thursday, before they set the stage for three T20s.&nbsp;

Following a huge 224-run victory in the fourth ODI against the West Indies, India will aim to seal the last match of the five-match series with a win in Thiruvananthapuram.

Following a huge 224-run victory in the fourth ODI against the West Indies, India will aim to seal the last match of the five-match series with a win in Thiruvananthapuram. The Virat Kohli and Co, who are leading 2-1 in the five-match series that also witnessed a tie, will look to register their eighth straight series win over the Windies in a bilateral ODI series. The last time the Windies won was back in 2006 at home. For India, top-order batsmen Rohit Sharma, skipper Virat Kohli and Ambati Rayudu are in red-hot form. While Kohli smashed three consecutive centuries, Rohit slammed his second and Rayudu registered his 3rd ODI hundred during the ongoing five-ODI match series. With scores of 140, 157 not out and 107 in the first three games, Kohli became the first Indian to score three consecutive hundreds in the 50-over format. The only problem India have is southpaw Shikhar Dhawan, who has not capitalised on the starts, while veteran Mahendra Singh Dhoni (MSD), who is going through one of the worst phases in his international cricket career. Meanwhile, Jason Holder's men will look to seek inspiration from their illustrious predecessors and level the series. Shimron Hetmyer and Shai Hope have impressed the most, having logged a century each while underlining their abilities. Captain Holder has shown his capability to handle the pressure. The two teams will lock horns on Thursday, before they set the stage for three T20s.

5th ODI: India eyes eighth straight ODI series win against Windies

Performing for the country is "not a favour done to anyone", and maybe that is the reason even after 10 years of international cricket, Indian captain Virat Kohli feels "no sense of entitlement".&nbsp;

Kohli, who completed the fastest 10,000 ODI runs eclipsing Sachin Tendulkar by an astounding 54 innings, feels that "nothing should be taken for granted" as it's a privilege that only a few are bestowed with while a whole lot of them can only aspire.

"It's a great honour for me to represent my country and even after playing 10 years, I don't feel like I am entitled to anything here. You still have to work hard for every run that you score at the international level," Kohli told BCCI.TV today.

"There are many people who want this (playing for India) very badly. So when you are in that same position yourself, you should have that same hunger and never take things for granted, never take it easy at any stage," said the Indian skipper.

For Kohli, commitment is about doing what the team requires rather than making a show of it.&nbsp;

"If I have to dive six times in an over, I will do that for the team," said Kohli.&nbsp;

"Because that's my duty and that's why I am selected to play for my country. That's part of my job. It's not doing anyone a favour. Not showing anyone that I am committed but it's purely gaining that extra run for the team. The focus has to be that much precise and finer at that moment," world's No 1 batsman further added.&nbsp;

While playing for the country, there can't be any let-up in intensity, the skipper said.

"You have to understand that I have to push for one more run for the team rather than feeling that I am tired and mentally not there. So, I think that's my only intent, to keep doing what the team needs all the time and just helping in any way possible."&nbsp;

His consistency has been monotonic and Kohli said that he has been able to push barriers only because he has put the team's cause first.&nbsp;

"I have been able to push my physical and mental abilities by focussing on what the team needs and in that process more runs have been scored by me than I would have otherwise if I would have been thinking about my own batting or anything like that."&nbsp;

The 10,000-run milestone, however, dazzling it might look is merely an outcome of the process.

"All these things look good from the outside as a package from inside you know that you are focussed on the process. The thing is pushing hard for the team when you are down and out, pushing those 10-12 extra overs so that the team can benefit from it. Then the runs become more anyway," Kohli said.

For him, the milestone is a testimony to his longevity than anything else.

"I feel really grateful, blessed. These things don't matter much but to understand that you have come this far in your career after playing for 10 years is something quite special to me because I love the sport so much and I want to play it more and more. And that for me is the most important thing," he said.&nbsp;

"So I am just happy that I have been able to play for so long and hopefully many more years to come."&nbsp;

Performing for the country is "not a favour done to anyone", and maybe that is the reason even after 10 years of international cricket, Indian captain Virat Kohli feels "no sense of entitlement".

Performing for the country is "not a favour done to anyone", and maybe that is the reason even after 10 years of international cricket, Indian captain Virat Kohli feels "no sense of entitlement". Kohli, who completed the fastest 10,000 ODI runs eclipsing Sachin Tendulkar by an astounding 54 innings, feels that "nothing should be taken for granted" as it's a privilege that only a few are bestowed with while a whole lot of them can only aspire. "It's a great honour for me to represent my country and even after playing 10 years, I don't feel like I am entitled to anything here. You still have to work hard for every run that you score at the international level," Kohli told BCCI.TV today. "There are many people who want this (playing for India) very badly. So when you are in that same position yourself, you should have that same hunger and never take things for granted, never take it easy at any stage," said the Indian skipper. For Kohli, commitment is about doing what the team requires rather than making a show of it. "If I have to dive six times in an over, I will do that for the team," said Kohli. "Because that's my duty and that's why I am selected to play for my country. That's part of my job. It's not doing anyone a favour. Not showing anyone that I am committed but it's purely gaining that extra run for the team. The focus has to be that much precise and finer at that moment," world's No 1 batsman further added. While playing for the country, there can't be any let-up in intensity, the skipper said. "You have to understand that I have to push for one more run for the team rather than feeling that I am tired and mentally not there. So, I think that's my only intent, to keep doing what the team needs all the time and just helping in any way possible." His consistency has been monotonic and Kohli said that he has been able to push barriers only because he has put the team's cause first. "I have been able to push my physical and mental abilities by focussing on what the team needs and in that process more runs have been scored by me than I would have otherwise if I would have been thinking about my own batting or anything like that." The 10,000-run milestone, however, dazzling it might look is merely an outcome of the process. "All these things look good from the outside as a package from inside you know that you are focussed on the process. The thing is pushing hard for the team when you are down and out, pushing those 10-12 extra overs so that the team can benefit from it. Then the runs become more anyway," Kohli said. For him, the milestone is a testimony to his longevity than anything else. "I feel really grateful, blessed. These things don't matter much but to understand that you have come this far in your career after playing for 10 years is something quite special to me because I love the sport so much and I want to play it more and more. And that for me is the most important thing," he said. "So I am just happy that I have been able to play for so long and hopefully many more years to come."

I don't feel any sense of entitlement: Kohli on 10,000 run milestone

Shimron Hetmyer slammed a quick half-century to rebuild West Indies's inning while chasing a target of 322 runs set by India in the 2nd ODI. However, the hitman&nbsp;lost his wicket for 94 runs to Chahal, while trying to hit a six.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Jason Holder side lost three wickets for just 78 runs. It was then that Hetmyer and wicketkeeper-batsman Shai Hope established a partnership to over 100 runs to bring the team back into the game.&nbsp;

Hope has also registered a half-century and is going strong against the Indian attack.&nbsp;

Hetmyer had hit a century in the first ODI to help them set a target of 323 runs which was easily chased down by the Indian team. &nbsp;

For India, Kuldeep Yadav struck twice while Mohammed Shami managed to take one wicket, so far.&nbsp;

Skipper Virat Kohli's magnificent unbeaten 157 runs made India dominate the visitors in the starting overs.&nbsp;

Kohli, who slammed his 37th ODI hundred today, became the fastest cricketer to enter the 10,000 runs club in ODI cricket, surpassing legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar.&nbsp;

Shimron Hetmyer slammed a quick half-century to rebuild West Indies's inning while chasing a target of 322 runs set by India in the 2nd ODI. However, the hitman lost his wicket for 94 runs to Chahal, while trying to hit a six.

Shimron Hetmyer slammed a quick half-century to rebuild West Indies's inning while chasing a target of 322 runs set by India in the 2nd ODI. However, the hitman lost his wicket for 94 runs to Chahal, while trying to hit a six. The Jason Holder side lost three wickets for just 78 runs. It was then that Hetmyer and wicketkeeper-batsman Shai Hope established a partnership to over 100 runs to bring the team back into the game. Hope has also registered a half-century and is going strong against the Indian attack. Hetmyer had hit a century in the first ODI to help them set a target of 323 runs which was easily chased down by the Indian team. For India, Kuldeep Yadav struck twice while Mohammed Shami managed to take one wicket, so far. Skipper Virat Kohli's magnificent unbeaten 157 runs made India dominate the visitors in the starting overs. Kohli, who slammed his 37th ODI hundred today, became the fastest cricketer to enter the 10,000 runs club in ODI cricket, surpassing legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar.

2nd ODI: Hetmyer falls for 94, Hope keeps Windies' hopes alive as they chase India's 321

Indian skipper Virat Kohli has been in a tremendous form and has turned out to be a run machine for 'Men in Blue' even when the team as a unit haven't performed well.

Kohli, who slammed his 36th hundred against West Indies in Guwahati last week, on Wednesday became the fastest cricketer to enter the 10,000 runs club in ODI cricket.&nbsp;

Kohli surpassed legends Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly, M.S. Dhoni and Rahul Dravid in the time taken and the number of innings played, to become the fastest to reach the magic number.

Batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar achieved this feat in 259 innings, while Kohli achieved it in 205 innings only. He is also fifth Indian to reach the mark in ODIs.

The skipper, who was just 81 runs short after being out on 140, slammed a brilliant half-century to enter the elite 10K club.

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With that hundred, Kohli also became the fastest to 60 international hundreds - 36 in ODIs and 24 in Tests.

Kohli is already considered by many as the greatest ODI batsman of all time because of his phenomenal record in 50-over matches.

Meanwhile, India chased down 323 runs with nearly eight overs left to beat West Indies in the first ODI match.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli has been in a tremendous form and has turned out to be a run machine for 'Men in Blue' even when the team as a unit haven't performed well.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli has been in a tremendous form and has turned out to be a run machine for 'Men in Blue' even when the team as a unit haven't performed well. Kohli, who slammed his 36th hundred against West Indies in Guwahati last week, on Wednesday became the fastest cricketer to enter the 10,000 runs club in ODI cricket. Kohli surpassed legends Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly, M.S. Dhoni and Rahul Dravid in the time taken and the number of innings played, to become the fastest to reach the magic number. Batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar achieved this feat in 259 innings, while Kohli achieved it in 205 innings only. He is also fifth Indian to reach the mark in ODIs. The skipper, who was just 81 runs short after being out on 140, slammed a brilliant half-century to enter the elite 10K club. 🚨🚨 Reigning Supremacy #KingKohli 👑@imVkohli becomes the FASTEST BATSMAN to score 10000 ODI runs. 👏🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/2YMoFtr2L1 — BCCI (@BCCI) October 24, 2018 × With that hundred, Kohli also became the fastest to 60 international hundreds - 36 in ODIs and 24 in Tests. Kohli is already considered by many as the greatest ODI batsman of all time because of his phenomenal record in 50-over matches. Meanwhile, India chased down 323 runs with nearly eight overs left to beat West Indies in the first ODI match.

Virat Kohli breaks Tendulkar's record, becomes fastest cricketer to score 10,000 ODI runs

India coach Ravi Shastri saw in Prithvi Shaw's batting, glimpses of two of the greatest batsmen of modern era and a non-conformist who redefined batsmanship.&nbsp;

An overwhelmed Shastri on Sunday, in one breath, mentioned the names of three legends, Sachin Tendulkar, Brian Lara and Virender Sehwag, while trying to describe the 18-year-old Shaw who accumulated big runs in his first brush with top-flight international cricket.&nbsp;

"He (Shaw) is born to play cricket. He's been playing since the age of eight in the maidans of Mumbai. You can see all that hardwork showing. He's a spectator's delight.

There's a bit of Sachin there, a bit of Viru in him and when he walks - there's a bit of Lara as well," Shastri said.

"If he can keep his head on his shoulders and keep the work ethic, he has a bright future."

Shastri was speaking after India completed a <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-beat-west-indies-to-sweep-test-series-171436">2-0 series sweep</a> over the West Indies with a 10-wicket victory here.

Opener Shaw flayed the Caribbean attack during his 52-ball-70 on the second day of the second Test to give India a flying start, days after hitting a century on debut.

Even skipper Virat Kohli gushed about the 18-year-old.&nbsp;

"The guy (has) grabbed his chance beautifully. He looks like someone who can get you off to a kind of start you require. Making a mark in the first series that you play, from that point of view, it is great to have a guy who is so fearless. And he is not reckless, he is very confident about his game," he said.&nbsp;

"You might feel that he will nick one now and then but he hardly nicks the ball. That we saw in England as well. He was batting in the nets, really attacking but was in control. But that kind of rare control against new ball is a great thing to have. Any of us weren't even 10 percent of what when he is at 18 or 19," added the captain.&nbsp;

India coach Ravi Shastri saw in Prithvi Shaw's batting, glimpses of two of the greatest batsmen of modern era and a non-conformist who redefined batsmanship. An overwhelmed Shastri on Sunday, in one breath, mentioned the names of three legends, Sachin Tendulkar, Brian Lara and Virender Sehwag, while trying to describe the 18-year-old Shaw who accumulated big runs in his first brush with top-flight international cricket.

India coach Ravi Shastri saw in Prithvi Shaw's batting, glimpses of two of the greatest batsmen of modern era and a non-conformist who redefined batsmanship. An overwhelmed Shastri on Sunday, in one breath, mentioned the names of three legends, Sachin Tendulkar, Brian Lara and Virender Sehwag, while trying to describe the 18-year-old Shaw who accumulated big runs in his first brush with top-flight international cricket. "He (Shaw) is born to play cricket. He's been playing since the age of eight in the maidans of Mumbai. You can see all that hardwork showing. He's a spectator's delight. There's a bit of Sachin there, a bit of Viru in him and when he walks - there's a bit of Lara as well," Shastri said. "If he can keep his head on his shoulders and keep the work ethic, he has a bright future." Shastri was speaking after India completed a 2-0 series sweep over the West Indies with a 10-wicket victory here. Opener Shaw flayed the Caribbean attack during his 52-ball-70 on the second day of the second Test to give India a flying start, days after hitting a century on debut. Even skipper Virat Kohli gushed about the 18-year-old. "The guy (has) grabbed his chance beautifully. He looks like someone who can get you off to a kind of start you require. Making a mark in the first series that you play, from that point of view, it is great to have a guy who is so fearless. And he is not reckless, he is very confident about his game," he said. "You might feel that he will nick one now and then but he hardly nicks the ball. That we saw in England as well. He was batting in the nets, really attacking but was in control. But that kind of rare control against new ball is a great thing to have. Any of us weren't even 10 percent of what when he is at 18 or 19," added the captain.

Ravi Shastri sees Tendulkar, Sehwag and Lara in Prithvi Shaw

The Committee of Administrators of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has asked BCCI CEO Rahul Johri to submit an explanation after he was accused of sexual assault. Johri has been asked to submit his explanation within a week.&nbsp;

The BCCI CEO was accused of sexual assault by an unnamed woman on Twitter.&nbsp;

The accusation was put out on Twitter by another woman — she shared the accounts of a number of survivors of sexual assault, misconduct, and harassment by a "bunch of head honchos in media".

"Rahul Johari (sic), your #timesup," the woman who put out the accusations tweeted. &nbsp;

A little later, she said the press should not mention her tweets, nor embed them in their stories.&nbsp;
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The woman accusing Johri of assault says in her account that she and Johri had been colleagues.&nbsp;

He had at the time moved to a new channel, while she was looking for a job. (Before joining the BCCI, Johri was working at the Discovery Channel.)&nbsp;

She says Johri had asked her out to coffee, and after turning him down a number of time she had finally said yes. She says she had thought that perhaps she could explore her options at the channel he had just joined.&nbsp;

Midway through coffee, she says Johri told her they were going to his place.&nbsp;

She says she had thought Johri's wife, Seema, whom she had met once, would be at home. But she was not.&nbsp;

When she entered Johri's home in Gurgaon, she asked for water. But Johri began talking to her about hiring her as his second-in-command.&nbsp;

He then got up to get her water. When he came back, she says, he took off his pants.&nbsp;

She says Johri then said "this is the last part of your interview with me", and then made her fellate him.&nbsp;

Johri's is not the first name from the cricketing world to be outed&nbsp;by India's burgeoning #MeToo movement.&nbsp;

Indian playback singer Chinmayi Sripaada, a prominent figure in the south, has accused Sri Lankan cricketer Lasith Malinga of sexually assaulting a woman at a Mumbai hotel. And former Sri Lankan captain Arjuna Ranatunga has been accused of sexually harassing an Indian flight attendant also at a Mumbai hotel.

The Committee of Administrators of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has asked BCCI CEO Rahul Johri to submit an explanation after he was accused of sexual assault.

The Committee of Administrators of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has asked BCCI CEO Rahul Johri to submit an explanation after he was accused of sexual assault. Johri has been asked to submit his explanation within a week. The BCCI CEO was accused of sexual assault by an unnamed woman on Twitter. The accusation was put out on Twitter by another woman — she shared the accounts of a number of survivors of sexual assault, misconduct, and harassment by a "bunch of head honchos in media". "Rahul Johari (sic), your #timesup," the woman who put out the accusations tweeted. A little later, she said the press should not mention her tweets, nor embed them in their stories. The woman accusing Johri of assault says in her account that she and Johri had been colleagues. He had at the time moved to a new channel, while she was looking for a job. (Before joining the BCCI, Johri was working at the Discovery Channel.) She says Johri had asked her out to coffee, and after turning him down a number of time she had finally said yes. She says she had thought that perhaps she could explore her options at the channel he had just joined. Midway through coffee, she says Johri told her they were going to his place. She says she had thought Johri's wife, Seema, whom she had met once, would be at home. But she was not. When she entered Johri's home in Gurgaon, she asked for water. But Johri began talking to her about hiring her as his second-in-command. He then got up to get her water. When he came back, she says, he took off his pants. She says Johri then said "this is the last part of your interview with me", and then made her fellate him. Johri's is not the first name from the cricketing world to be outed by India's burgeoning #MeToo movement. Indian playback singer Chinmayi Sripaada, a prominent figure in the south, has accused Sri Lankan cricketer Lasith Malinga of sexually assaulting a woman at a Mumbai hotel. And former Sri Lankan captain Arjuna Ranatunga has been accused of sexually harassing an Indian flight attendant also at a Mumbai hotel.

BCCI asks Rahul Johri to submit explanation after sexual assault allegations

West Indies were all out for 127 runs in their second innings, setting India 72 to win the second and final test in Hyderabad on Sunday.

Sunil Ambris top-scored for the tourists, who were beaten inside three days in the series opener in Rajkot, with 38.

Umesh Yadav claimed 4-45 to complete a match haul of 10 wickets, while spinner Ravindra Jadeja returned figures of 3-12.

West Indies were 76 for 6 in their second innings at tea on the third day.&nbsp;

Earlier, &nbsp;Ashwin and Shradul Thakur took India's lead to 56 runs after the team was bowled out for 367 runs at lunch on the third day.

India made 367 in reply to Windies 311 runs.&nbsp;

Wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant top scored with 92 after being involved in a 152-run fifth-wicket stand with Ajinkya Rahane, who made 80.

Ashwin made 35 before being bowled by Shannon Gabriel in an extended first session. His was the last wicket Windies took to end Men in blue's innings.&nbsp;

Windies captain and pacer Jason Holder took five wickets to end India's inning and gave just 56 runs in 23 overs he bowled.&nbsp;

West Indies were all out for 127 runs in their second innings, setting India 72 to win the second and final test in Hyderabad on Sunday. Sunil Ambris top-scored for the tourists, who were beaten inside three days in the series opener in Rajkot, with 38.

West Indies were all out for 127 runs in their second innings, setting India 72 to win the second and final test in Hyderabad on Sunday. Sunil Ambris top-scored for the tourists, who were beaten inside three days in the series opener in Rajkot, with 38. Umesh Yadav claimed 4-45 to complete a match haul of 10 wickets, while spinner Ravindra Jadeja returned figures of 3-12. West Indies were 76 for 6 in their second innings at tea on the third day. Earlier, Ashwin and Shradul Thakur took India's lead to 56 runs after the team was bowled out for 367 runs at lunch on the third day. India made 367 in reply to Windies 311 runs. Wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant top scored with 92 after being involved in a 152-run fifth-wicket stand with Ajinkya Rahane, who made 80. Ashwin made 35 before being bowled by Shannon Gabriel in an extended first session. His was the last wicket Windies took to end Men in blue's innings. Windies captain and pacer Jason Holder took five wickets to end India's inning and gave just 56 runs in 23 overs he bowled.

2nd Test, Day 3: Windies 127 all out, India need 72 to win

India's paceman Umesh Yadav took the remaining three wickets as India bowled out West Indies at a score of 311 runs in the first innings of final Test's second day in Hyderabad on Saturday.

Umesh Yadav, who took three wickets on the first day, dismissed Roston Chase (106), Devendra Bishoo (2) and Shannon Gabriel (0) in the morning session.

Yadav returned impressive figures of 6-88 while left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav claimed three wickets.&nbsp;

West Indies' Roston Chase was able to complete his century in the second over of the day. He has given a hope&nbsp;to level their Test series against India.

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A fairly quick finish to proceedings there on Day 2. Windies all out for 311 
 
Updates - <a href="https://t.co/U21NN9m6XC">https://t.co/U21NN9m6XC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvWI?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvWI</a> <a href="https://t.co/qSuXT2uTVH">pic.twitter.com/qSuXT2uTVH</a>
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Chase scored 106 off 189 and his knock included eight fours and one six.

Earlier, West Indies were 295 for the loss of seven wickets at stumps on an opening day as they won the toss and opted to bat.

Windies lost early wickets but Roston Chase salvaged the innings to put the team at a decent position.&nbsp;

Skipper Jason Holder, who missed the team's opening loss due to an ankle injury, made 52 during a 104-run seventh-wicket stand with Chase.

India lead the two-match series 1-0.

India's paceman Umesh Yadav took the remaining three wickets as India bowled out West Indies at a score of 311 runs in the first innings of final Test's second day in Hyderabad on Saturday.

India's paceman Umesh Yadav took the remaining three wickets as India bowled out West Indies at a score of 311 runs in the first innings of final Test's second day in Hyderabad on Saturday. Umesh Yadav, who took three wickets on the first day, dismissed Roston Chase (106), Devendra Bishoo (2) and Shannon Gabriel (0) in the morning session. Yadav returned impressive figures of 6-88 while left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav claimed three wickets. West Indies' Roston Chase was able to complete his century in the second over of the day. He has given a hope to level their Test series against India. Innings Break! A fairly quick finish to proceedings there on Day 2. Windies all out for 311 Updates - https://t.co/U21NN9m6XC #INDvWI pic.twitter.com/qSuXT2uTVH — BCCI (@BCCI) October 13, 2018 × Chase scored 106 off 189 and his knock included eight fours and one six. Earlier, West Indies were 295 for the loss of seven wickets at stumps on an opening day as they won the toss and opted to bat. Windies lost early wickets but Roston Chase salvaged the innings to put the team at a decent position. Skipper Jason Holder, who missed the team's opening loss due to an ankle injury, made 52 during a 104-run seventh-wicket stand with Chase. India lead the two-match series 1-0.

WI vs Ind, 2nd Test, Day 2: India bowl out the West Indies for 311

BCCI chief Rahul Johri has been accused of sexual assault by an unnamed woman on Twitter.&nbsp;

The accusation was&nbsp;put&nbsp;out on Twitter by another woman — she shared the accounts of a number of survivors of sexual assault, misconduct, and harassment by a "bunch of head honchos in media".

"Rahul Johari (sic), your #timesup," the woman who put out the accusations tweeted.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A little later, she said the press should not mention her tweets, nor embed them in their stories.&nbsp;
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(The tweets accusing Johri of assault, and the later directive that the tweets not be used by the media.)&nbsp;

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The woman accusing Johri of assault says in her account that she and Johri had been colleagues.&nbsp;

He had at the time moved to a new channel, while she was looking for a job. (Before joining the BCCI, Johri was working at the Discovery Channel.)&nbsp;

She says Johri had asked her out to coffee, and&nbsp;after turning him down a number of time&nbsp;she had finally said yes. She says she had thought that perhaps she could explore her options at the channel he had just joined.&nbsp;

Midway through coffee, she says Johri told her they were going to his place.&nbsp;

She says she had thought Johri's wife, Seema, whom she had met once, would be at home. But she was not.&nbsp;

When she entered Johri's home in Gurgaon, she asked for water. But Johri began talking to her about hiring her as his second-in-command.&nbsp;

He then got up to get her her water. When he came back, she says, he took off his pants.&nbsp;

She says Johri then said "this is the last part of your interview with me", and then made her fellate him.&nbsp;

Johri's is not the first name from the cricketing world to be outed&nbsp;by India's burgeoning #MeToo movement.&nbsp;

Indian playback singer Chinmayi Sripaada, a prominent figure in the south, has accused Sri Lankan cricketer Lasith Malinga of sexually assaulting a woman at a Mumbai hotel. And former Sri Lankan captain Arjuna Ranatunga has been accused of sexually harassing an Indian flight attendant also at a Mumbai hotel.

Ranatunga is credited with transforming the Sri Lankan national cricket team from being underdogs to one of the greats of the cricketing world.&nbsp;

BCCI chief Rahul Johri has been accused of sexual assault by an unnamed woman on Twitter. The accusation was put out on Twitter by another woman — she shared the accounts of a number of survivors of sexual assault, misconduct, and harassment by a "bunch of head honchos in media".

BCCI chief Rahul Johri has been accused of sexual assault by an unnamed woman on Twitter. The accusation was put out on Twitter by another woman — she shared the accounts of a number of survivors of sexual assault, misconduct, and harassment by a "bunch of head honchos in media". "Rahul Johari (sic), your #timesup," the woman who put out the accusations tweeted. A little later, she said the press should not mention her tweets, nor embed them in their stories. (The tweets accusing Johri of assault, and the later directive that the tweets not be used by the media.) The woman accusing Johri of assault says in her account that she and Johri had been colleagues. He had at the time moved to a new channel, while she was looking for a job. (Before joining the BCCI, Johri was working at the Discovery Channel.) She says Johri had asked her out to coffee, and after turning him down a number of time she had finally said yes. She says she had thought that perhaps she could explore her options at the channel he had just joined. Midway through coffee, she says Johri told her they were going to his place. She says she had thought Johri's wife, Seema, whom she had met once, would be at home. But she was not. When she entered Johri's home in Gurgaon, she asked for water. But Johri began talking to her about hiring her as his second-in-command. He then got up to get her her water. When he came back, she says, he took off his pants. She says Johri then said "this is the last part of your interview with me", and then made her fellate him. Johri's is not the first name from the cricketing world to be outed by India's burgeoning #MeToo movement. Indian playback singer Chinmayi Sripaada, a prominent figure in the south, has accused Sri Lankan cricketer Lasith Malinga of sexually assaulting a woman at a Mumbai hotel. And former Sri Lankan captain Arjuna Ranatunga has been accused of sexually harassing an Indian flight attendant also at a Mumbai hotel. Ranatunga is credited with transforming the Sri Lankan national cricket team from being underdogs to one of the greats of the cricketing world.

#MeToo: BCCI CEO Rahul Johri accused of sexual assault by unnamed woman

Indian bowlers took three early wickets on the first day of the second and final Test against the West Indies in a fun-filled morning session.

Things arguably turned even more fun when an overenthusiastic fan breached security at the Hyderabad cricket ground to plant a kiss on&nbsp;Indian captain Virat Kohli's cheek and take a selfie with him.

The fan managed to get the selfie. He did not get the kiss — security managed to stop him (and Virat pulled back) before he could plant a kiss on Virat's cheek.

Virat looked very upset while security personnel overpowered the youngster and hauled him off the field.

The crowd in the meantime roared and clapped.&nbsp;

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West Indies were 86 for the loss of three wickets at lunch.

Spinner Ravichandran Ashwin dismissed&nbsp;Kieran Powell as&nbsp;India's first&nbsp;wicket in the 12th over.&nbsp;

Powell lost his wicket after scoring 22 runs.

India's mystery spinner Kuldeep Yadav saw off Kraigg Brathwaite in the 23rd over. Windies opener Brathwaite contributed 14 runs for the team.

Earlier, West Indies captain Jason Holder&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/west-indies-to-bat-first-against-india-in-second-test-170995">won the toss</a>&nbsp;and elected to bat against India in the second and final Test.

Indian bowlers took three early wickets on the first day of the second and final Test against the West Indies in a fun-filled morning session. Things arguably turned even more fun when an overenthusiastic fan breached security at the Hyderabad cricket ground to plant a kiss on Indian captain Virat Kohli's cheek and take a selfie with him.

Indian bowlers took three early wickets on the first day of the second and final Test against the West Indies in a fun-filled morning session. Things arguably turned even more fun when an overenthusiastic fan breached security at the Hyderabad cricket ground to plant a kiss on Indian captain Virat Kohli's cheek and take a selfie with him. The fan managed to get the selfie. He did not get the kiss — security managed to stop him (and Virat pulled back) before he could plant a kiss on Virat's cheek. Virat looked very upset while security personnel overpowered the youngster and hauled him off the field. The crowd in the meantime roared and clapped. Love Love Love ❤❤❤❤@imVkohli pic.twitter.com/To4WUNoeV4 — һѧяśһıҡѧ (@KohlisSpark_) October 12, 2018 × West Indies were 86 for the loss of three wickets at lunch. Spinner Ravichandran Ashwin dismissed Kieran Powell as India's first wicket in the 12th over. Powell lost his wicket after scoring 22 runs. India's mystery spinner Kuldeep Yadav saw off Kraigg Brathwaite in the 23rd over. Windies opener Brathwaite contributed 14 runs for the team. Earlier, West Indies captain Jason Holder won the toss and elected to bat against India in the second and final Test.

WI vs Ind, 2nd Test: Male fan invades pitch, tries to kiss Virat Kohli

A case was filed on Friday against the fan, who <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/wi-vs-ind-2nd-test-male-fan-invades-pitch-tries-to-kiss-virat-kohli-171050">breached security at the Hyderabad cricket ground</a>, to&nbsp;take a selfie with India's skipper Virat Kohli.

The overenthusiastic fan, who even tried to kiss Kohli,&nbsp;belongs to Kadapa District of Andhra Pradesh.

Police inspector P Venkateswarlu said a case of trespassing was slapped against 19-year-old Mohammad Khan, who breached security cordon to get up close with Virat Kohli.

It happened an hour into the morning session when he climbed the barricade and sprinted around 70 metres towards Kohli.

The fan gave a tight hug to Kohli and&nbsp;managed to get the selfie. He did not get the kiss — security managed to stop him (and Virat pulled back) before he could plant a kiss on Virat's cheek.

Virat looked very upset while security personnel overpowered the youngster and hauled him off the field.

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That's Stumps on Day 1 of the 2nd Test. 
 
Windies bat through a day of Test cricket in India. The reason for the majestic recovery has been down to the fine batting of Roston Chase. He's closing in on another Test century 
 
Windies 295/7 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvWI?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvWI</a> <a href="https://t.co/Ob7C7AbaLz">pic.twitter.com/Ob7C7AbaLz</a>
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A case was filed on Friday against the fan, who breached security at the Hyderabad cricket ground, to take a selfie with India's skipper Virat Kohli. The overenthusiastic fan, who even tried to kiss Kohli, belongs to Kadapa District of Andhra Pradesh.

A case was filed on Friday against the fan, who breached security at the Hyderabad cricket ground, to take a selfie with India's skipper Virat Kohli. The overenthusiastic fan, who even tried to kiss Kohli, belongs to Kadapa District of Andhra Pradesh. Police inspector P Venkateswarlu said a case of trespassing was slapped against 19-year-old Mohammad Khan, who breached security cordon to get up close with Virat Kohli. It happened an hour into the morning session when he climbed the barricade and sprinted around 70 metres towards Kohli. The fan gave a tight hug to Kohli and managed to get the selfie. He did not get the kiss — security managed to stop him (and Virat pulled back) before he could plant a kiss on Virat's cheek. Virat looked very upset while security personnel overpowered the youngster and hauled him off the field. That's Stumps on Day 1 of the 2nd Test. Windies bat through a day of Test cricket in India. The reason for the majestic recovery has been down to the fine batting of Roston Chase. He's closing in on another Test century Windies 295/7 #INDvWI pic.twitter.com/Ob7C7AbaLz — BCCI (@BCCI) October 12, 2018 × West Indies were 295 for the loss of seven wickets at stumps on the opening day of second and final Test

Case filed against fan who tried to kiss Virat Kohli

Shardul Thakur, who received his maiden call-up for the second and final Test between India and West Indies suffered a terrible fate when he was forced to leave the field due to a groin strain.

After bowling the fourth delivery of the fourth over, his second, Thakur was seen to be having considerable pain as he started hobbling.

He was immediately attended by the physio Patrick Farhart on the pitch.

The 26-year-old then left the field after a couple of minutes of deliberation with captain Virat Kohli and the physio.&nbsp;

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Ravichandran Ashwin completed Thakur's over by bowling the last two deliveries. The extent of Thakur's injury and his further participation in the match is yet to be ascertained.

Pacer Shardul Thakur, who became the 294th player to represent team India in Test format, broke down for the second time in back-to-back international matches.&nbsp;

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In September, Thakur was sent home from the Asia Cup after complaining hip injury following the Hong Kong game.

Thakur, who first got into the Test squad in 2016 in West Indies, has been a back-up pacer for more than two years before he replaced Mohammed Shami in the second Test that started on Friday.

Thakur was a part of the Indian squad during the five-Test series in England but did not play a single game.

Shardul Thakur, who received his maiden call-up for the second and final Test between India and West Indies suffered a terrible fate when he was forced to leave the field due to a groin strain.

Shardul Thakur, who received his maiden call-up for the second and final Test between India and West Indies suffered a terrible fate when he was forced to leave the field due to a groin strain. After bowling the fourth delivery of the fourth over, his second, Thakur was seen to be having considerable pain as he started hobbling. He was immediately attended by the physio Patrick Farhart on the pitch. The 26-year-old then left the field after a couple of minutes of deliberation with captain Virat Kohli and the physio. WI vs Ind, 2nd Test: Male fan invades pitch, tries to kiss Virat Kohli Ravichandran Ashwin completed Thakur's over by bowling the last two deliveries. The extent of Thakur's injury and his further participation in the match is yet to be ascertained. Pacer Shardul Thakur, who became the 294th player to represent team India in Test format, broke down for the second time in back-to-back international matches. 👏👏 Proud moment for @imShard as he receives his Test cap from @RaviShastriOfc, becomes the 294th player to represent #TeamIndia in Tests.#INDvWI pic.twitter.com/2XcClLka9a — BCCI (@BCCI) October 12, 2018 × 📸📸 Moment to cherish 🤙👏#INDvWI pic.twitter.com/a5Hm9g3wiE — BCCI (@BCCI) October 12, 2018 × In September, Thakur was sent home from the Asia Cup after complaining hip injury following the Hong Kong game. Thakur, who first got into the Test squad in 2016 in West Indies, has been a back-up pacer for more than two years before he replaced Mohammed Shami in the second Test that started on Friday. Thakur was a part of the Indian squad during the five-Test series in England but did not play a single game.

WI vs Ind, 2nd Test: Debutant Shardul Thakur hobbles out after sustaining groin strain

West Indies were 197 for the loss of six wickets at tea on the opening day of the second Test against India in Hyderabad on Friday.&nbsp;

Spinner Ravichandran Ashwin dismissed Kieran Powell, who scored 22 runs, as India's first wicket in the 12th over.&nbsp;

India's mystery spinner Kuldeep Yadav took three wickets so far to shatter Windies batting order.

He dismissed Kraigg Brathwaite (14), Shimron Hetmyer (12) and Sunil Ambris (18).

Kraigg Brathwaite in the 23rd over. Windies opener Brathwaite contributed 14 runs for the team.&nbsp;

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Earlier, West Indies captain Jason Holder <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/west-indies-to-bat-first-against-india-in-second-test-170995">won the toss</a> and elected to bat against India in the second and final Test.

Shimron Hetmyer, who was batting at the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/wi-vs-ind-2nd-test-day-1-west-indies-were-86-3-at-lunch-171038">lunch break</a> on 10, lost his wicket immediately after the game resumed after scoring 12 runs.&nbsp;

Roston Chase was batting on 50. Earlier Chase put together a gritty 69-run sixth-wicket stand with Shane Dowrich, who made 30.

Skipper Jason Holder, on 10, was batting alongside Chase. Holder, who missed the team's opening loss due to an ankle injury, comes in for fast bowler Keemo Paul.

Left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav claimed three wickets while paceman Umesh Yadav took two.&nbsp;

Earlier, West Indies captain Jason Holder won the toss and elected to bat against India in the second and final Test.

India lead the two-match series 1-0.

West Indies were 197 for the loss of six wickets at tea on the opening day of the second Test against India in Hyderabad on Friday. Spinner Ravichandran Ashwin dismissed Kieran Powell, who scored 22 runs, as India's first wicket in the 12th over.

West Indies were 197 for the loss of six wickets at tea on the opening day of the second Test against India in Hyderabad on Friday. Spinner Ravichandran Ashwin dismissed Kieran Powell, who scored 22 runs, as India's first wicket in the 12th over. India's mystery spinner Kuldeep Yadav took three wickets so far to shatter Windies batting order. He dismissed Kraigg Brathwaite (14), Shimron Hetmyer (12) and Sunil Ambris (18). Kraigg Brathwaite in the 23rd over. Windies opener Brathwaite contributed 14 runs for the team. Roston Chase has reached his half-century, with Windies 197/6. FOLLOW #INDvWI LIVE ➡️ https://t.co/E9pqFy2Khv pic.twitter.com/qPHTXdTjbm — ICC (@ICC) October 12, 2018 × Three wickets for #TeamIndia in the second session. Windies 197/6 at Tea on Day 1 of the 2nd Test. Updates - https://t.co/U21NN9DHPa #INDvWI pic.twitter.com/RGBwb4DpXz — BCCI (@BCCI) October 12, 2018 × Earlier, West Indies captain Jason Holder won the toss and elected to bat against India in the second and final Test. Shimron Hetmyer, who was batting at the lunch break on 10, lost his wicket immediately after the game resumed after scoring 12 runs. Roston Chase was batting on 50. Earlier Chase put together a gritty 69-run sixth-wicket stand with Shane Dowrich, who made 30. Skipper Jason Holder, on 10, was batting alongside Chase. Holder, who missed the team's opening loss due to an ankle injury, comes in for fast bowler Keemo Paul. Left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav claimed three wickets while paceman Umesh Yadav took two. Earlier, West Indies captain Jason Holder won the toss and elected to bat against India in the second and final Test. India lead the two-match series 1-0.

WI vs Ind, 2nd Test, Day 1: West are Indies 197-6 at tea

India's U-19 team Sunday followed the footsteps of their seniors to win the U-19 Asia Cup title with a crushing 144-run win against Sri Lanka in the final with Delhi boys Ayush Badoni and Harsh Tyagi playing prominent roles.

Just a week back, the senior team beat Bangladesh in a closely fought final in Dubai to emerge as continental champions.

Runaway favourites, India outplayed Sri Lanka in all departments by first scoring an imposing 303 for six at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium after skipper Prabh Simran Singh won the toss and elected to bat.

All the Indian batsmen contributed with openers Yashasvi Jaiswal (85 off 113 balls) and Anuj Rawat (57 off 79 balls) creating solid foundation with a 121-run stand.

However, the highlight of the Indian innings was Badoni's blistering unbeaten knock of 52 off 28 balls which included five sixes and two fours. Along with skipper Prabh Simran (65 no off 37 balls), Badoni added 110 runs in 9.1 overs to literally bat Sri Lanka out of the match.

The island nation were never in the chase as they were all out for 160 in 38.4 overs losing wickets at regular intervals with left-arm spinner Harsh Tyagi's registering brilliant figures of 6 for 38 in 10 overs.

He flighted a few and fired a few down the channel in what was his best performance at the U-19 level till date.

India did have one tough match against Bangladesh in the semi-final which they won by two runs.

"I couldn't play today but I am very happy that my team won," India's regular captain Pavan Shah said in company of his deputy and stand-in skipper Prabh Simran.

Man of the match Tyagi, who bowled a disciplined line said: "The instruction was to bowl at one spot after doing a video analysis of the Sri Lanka team. The wicket also assisted the spinners."

It was left-hander Jaiswal, who hit some flowing drives including a pulled six over deep mid-wicket off left-arm spinner Dushith Wellalage.

For his consistency (318 runs in the tournament), Jaiswal was adjudged man-of-the-tournament.

The Lankans used five spinners -- three off-breaks and two left-arm spinners but all of them were slow through the air giving batsmen enough time to go on the back-foot.

Indian batting's most entertaining part was the death overs when Badoni and Prabh Simran brutally assaulted the opposition spinners.

In an over from left-arm spinner Shashika Dulshan, Badoni hit four sixes with a couple of them landing in stands.

A product of Delhi's famous Sonnet Club, his technique against spinners was impressive and like his 'senior' Rishabh Pant, he loves the slog hit over cow corner.

India's U-19 team Sunday followed the footsteps of their seniors to win the U-19 Asia Cup title with a crushing 144-run win against Sri Lanka in the final with Delhi boys Ayush Badoni and Harsh Tyagi playing prominent roles.

India's U-19 team Sunday followed the footsteps of their seniors to win the U-19 Asia Cup title with a crushing 144-run win against Sri Lanka in the final with Delhi boys Ayush Badoni and Harsh Tyagi playing prominent roles. Just a week back, the senior team beat Bangladesh in a closely fought final in Dubai to emerge as continental champions. Runaway favourites, India outplayed Sri Lanka in all departments by first scoring an imposing 303 for six at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium after skipper Prabh Simran Singh won the toss and elected to bat. All the Indian batsmen contributed with openers Yashasvi Jaiswal (85 off 113 balls) and Anuj Rawat (57 off 79 balls) creating solid foundation with a 121-run stand. However, the highlight of the Indian innings was Badoni's blistering unbeaten knock of 52 off 28 balls which included five sixes and two fours. Along with skipper Prabh Simran (65 no off 37 balls), Badoni added 110 runs in 9.1 overs to literally bat Sri Lanka out of the match. The island nation were never in the chase as they were all out for 160 in 38.4 overs losing wickets at regular intervals with left-arm spinner Harsh Tyagi's registering brilliant figures of 6 for 38 in 10 overs. He flighted a few and fired a few down the channel in what was his best performance at the U-19 level till date. India did have one tough match against Bangladesh in the semi-final which they won by two runs. "I couldn't play today but I am very happy that my team won," India's regular captain Pavan Shah said in company of his deputy and stand-in skipper Prabh Simran. Man of the match Tyagi, who bowled a disciplined line said: "The instruction was to bowl at one spot after doing a video analysis of the Sri Lanka team. The wicket also assisted the spinners." It was left-hander Jaiswal, who hit some flowing drives including a pulled six over deep mid-wicket off left-arm spinner Dushith Wellalage. For his consistency (318 runs in the tournament), Jaiswal was adjudged man-of-the-tournament. The Lankans used five spinners -- three off-breaks and two left-arm spinners but all of them were slow through the air giving batsmen enough time to go on the back-foot. Indian batting's most entertaining part was the death overs when Badoni and Prabh Simran brutally assaulted the opposition spinners. In an over from left-arm spinner Shashika Dulshan, Badoni hit four sixes with a couple of them landing in stands. A product of Delhi's famous Sonnet Club, his technique against spinners was impressive and like his 'senior' Rishabh Pant, he loves the slog hit over cow corner.

U-19 Asia Cup: Badoni and Tyagi shine as India beat Sri Lanka by 144 runs to win title

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Previously, the biggest Test victory had come in June this year when the team outclassed Afghanistan by an innings and 262 runs.

India are now unbeaten in their last eight Tests at home.

Following on, the tourists were bowled out at a score of 196 runs and suffered an innings and 272-run defeat in Rajkot. The match ended early in the final session and Windies now trail the two-match series 1-0.

They were dismissed for 181 in their first innings in response to India's 649-9 declared.

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West Indies' opener Kieran Powell started off well and fought a lonely battle as the team kept losing wickets from the other side. Powell scored 83 runs to offer some resistance to the team and his knock included eight fours and four sixes.

Left-arm spinner Kuldeep Yadav (5-57) was the pick of the Indian bowlers, claiming his first five-for in test cricket as West Indies lost 14 wickets on Saturday.

Hyderabad hosts the second and final test from Friday.

India defeated West Indies by an innings and 272 runs within three days of the first Test in Rajkot on Saturday and registered their biggest ever Test victory. Previously, the biggest Test victory had come in June this year when the team outclassed Afghanistan by an innings and 262 runs.

India defeated West Indies by an innings and 272 runs within three days of the first Test in Rajkot on Saturday and registered their biggest ever Test victory. Previously, the biggest Test victory had come in June this year when the team outclassed Afghanistan by an innings and 262 runs. India are now unbeaten in their last eight Tests at home. Following on, the tourists were bowled out at a score of 196 runs and suffered an innings and 272-run defeat in Rajkot. The match ended early in the final session and Windies now trail the two-match series 1-0. They were dismissed for 181 in their first innings in response to India's 649-9 declared. It's all over. India win the first Test against West Indies by an innings and 272 runs. Ravindra Jadeja cleaned up the tail. #INDvWI ⬇️https://t.co/bOSqMElBuo pic.twitter.com/huyW0vonFU — ICC (@ICC) October 6, 2018 × West Indies' opener Kieran Powell started off well and fought a lonely battle as the team kept losing wickets from the other side. Powell scored 83 runs to offer some resistance to the team and his knock included eight fours and four sixes. Left-arm spinner Kuldeep Yadav (5-57) was the pick of the Indian bowlers, claiming his first five-for in test cricket as West Indies lost 14 wickets on Saturday. Hyderabad hosts the second and final test from Friday.

Ind vs WI, 1st Test: India register their biggest-ever Test victory

Kuldeep Yadav's five-wicket haul helped team India to win the first Test against West Indies on Saturday.

Following on, the tourists were all out at a score of 196 runs and suffered an innings and 272-run&nbsp;defeat in Rajkot. The match ended early in the final session and Windies now trail the two-match series 1-0.

They were dismissed for 181 in their first innings in response to India's 649-9 declared.

West Indies' opener Kieran Powell started off well and fought a lonely battle as the team&nbsp;kept losing wickets from the other side. Powell scored 83 runs to offer some resistance to the team and his knock included eight fours and four sixes.

Kuldeep soon took control with his left-arm wrist spin in the afternoon session to rattle West Indies' top and middle order. He is playing just his fourth Test since making his debut last year against Australia.

Ravichandran Ashwin, who returned figures of 4-37 in West Indies' first innings, had sent back stand-in skipper Kraigg Brathwaite for 10 before lunch and then got Bishoo.

Ravindra Jadeja, who scored his maiden international century during India's only innings, took the final wicket of Shannon Gabriel for four as the hosts celebrated an utterly dominant win over the former cricketing powerhouse.

West Indies were all out for 181 in their first innings in reply to India's mammoth 649 for 9 in the morning session.

The world's top Test side surpassed their previous <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ent-india-thrash-west-indies-in-first-test-register-their-biggest-ever-victory-169832">biggest win</a> against&nbsp;Afghanistan by an innings and 262 runs during the minnows' debut five-day game in June.

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The highlight of the game was India's batsmen ensured the world's number one side dominated the match after centuries by 18-year-old debutant opener Prithvi Shaw, skipper Virat Kohli and Jadeja.

The second match is scheduled in Hyderabad starting October 12.

Kuldeep Yadav's five-wicket haul helped team India to win the first Test against West Indies on Saturday. Following on, the tourists were all out at a score of 196 runs and suffered an innings and 272-run defeat in Rajkot.

Kuldeep Yadav's five-wicket haul helped team India to win the first Test against West Indies on Saturday. Following on, the tourists were all out at a score of 196 runs and suffered an innings and 272-run defeat in Rajkot. The match ended early in the final session and Windies now trail the two-match series 1-0. They were dismissed for 181 in their first innings in response to India's 649-9 declared. West Indies' opener Kieran Powell started off well and fought a lonely battle as the team kept losing wickets from the other side. Powell scored 83 runs to offer some resistance to the team and his knock included eight fours and four sixes. Kuldeep soon took control with his left-arm wrist spin in the afternoon session to rattle West Indies' top and middle order. He is playing just his fourth Test since making his debut last year against Australia. Ravichandran Ashwin, who returned figures of 4-37 in West Indies' first innings, had sent back stand-in skipper Kraigg Brathwaite for 10 before lunch and then got Bishoo. Ravindra Jadeja, who scored his maiden international century during India's only innings, took the final wicket of Shannon Gabriel for four as the hosts celebrated an utterly dominant win over the former cricketing powerhouse. West Indies were all out for 181 in their first innings in reply to India's mammoth 649 for 9 in the morning session. The world's top Test side surpassed their previous biggest win against Afghanistan by an innings and 262 runs during the minnows' debut five-day game in June. The Windies go to lunch on 33/1, trailing by 435 runs in Rajkot. Will they fight back in the second session of day three? #INDvWI LIVE ⬇️https://t.co/bOSqME405O pic.twitter.com/UzG4AxLwKk — ICC (@ICC) October 6, 2018 × The highlight of the game was India's batsmen ensured the world's number one side dominated the match after centuries by 18-year-old debutant opener Prithvi Shaw, skipper Virat Kohli and Jadeja. The second match is scheduled in Hyderabad starting October 12.

Ind vs WI, 1st Test: Kuldeep Yadav shines as India defeat West Indies by an innings and 272 runs

Indian captain <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-quickest-to-24th-test-ton-after-bradman-169551">Virat Kohli</a>, who is batting on 120, slammed his 24th Test ton on day two of the first Test against West Indies in Rajkot on Friday. He became the quickest batsman to reach 24 Test centuries after the great Donald Bradman.

Virat found a determined ally in 21-year-old Rishabh Pant, who missed out on century after a blistering 92-run knock, to put together 133 runs for the fifth wicket.

Despite Kohli's spectacle, the highlight of the session was Rishabh Pant who resumed at 17, went all guns blazing. His entertaining innings was laced with eight fours and four sixes.

Eying his second Test hundred in his fourth Test Pant attempted another six over mid-wicket, failed to pick the googly and top-edged it for a simple catch to Keemo Paul at backward point.

The first session of the day was all about the partnership between Virat and Rishabh Pant that propelled India to a mammoth score as India reached 506 for five at lunch.

All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, on 19, was batting alongside Kohli at the break. Leg-spinner Devendra Bishoo has claimed two wickets.

Indian captain Virat Kohli, who is batting on 120, slammed his 24th Test ton on day two of the first Test against West Indies in Rajkot on Friday. He became the quickest batsman to reach 24 Test centuries after the great Donald Bradman.

Indian captain Virat Kohli, who is batting on 120, slammed his 24th Test ton on day two of the first Test against West Indies in Rajkot on Friday. He became the quickest batsman to reach 24 Test centuries after the great Donald Bradman. Virat found a determined ally in 21-year-old Rishabh Pant, who missed out on century after a blistering 92-run knock, to put together 133 runs for the fifth wicket. Despite Kohli's spectacle, the highlight of the session was Rishabh Pant who resumed at 17, went all guns blazing. His entertaining innings was laced with eight fours and four sixes. Eying his second Test hundred in his fourth Test Pant attempted another six over mid-wicket, failed to pick the googly and top-edged it for a simple catch to Keemo Paul at backward point. The first session of the day was all about the partnership between Virat and Rishabh Pant that propelled India to a mammoth score as India reached 506 for five at lunch. All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, on 19, was batting alongside Kohli at the break. Leg-spinner Devendra Bishoo has claimed two wickets.

Ind vs WI, 1st Test, Day 2: Virat and Pant shine as India were 506-5 at lunch

India captain Virat Kohli became the quickest batsman to reach 24 Test centuries after the great&nbsp;Donald&nbsp;Bradman&nbsp;early on day two against the West Indies on Friday.

Kohli, who was on 72 overnight, hit a four off Devendra Bishoo to bring up his 100 in the first Test in Rajkot.

The Indian skipper also surpassed Australia's Steve Smith to go second in the list of centurions among active players, behind South Africa's Hashim Amla on 28.

Smith, who is serving a one-year ball tampering ban, has 23 tons in 64 Tests.

Kohli reached his 24th century in his 123rd innings, while Australia's&nbsp;Bradman&nbsp;took just 66 knocks to achieve the same feat.

It was the second century of the Indian innings after 18-year-old opener Prithvi Shaw made 134 on day one to become India's youngest batsman to score a ton on debut.

India captain Virat Kohli became the quickest batsman to reach 24 Test centuries after the great Donald Bradman early on day two against the West Indies on Friday.

India captain Virat Kohli became the quickest batsman to reach 24 Test centuries after the great Donald Bradman early on day two against the West Indies on Friday. Kohli, who was on 72 overnight, hit a four off Devendra Bishoo to bring up his 100 in the first Test in Rajkot. The Indian skipper also surpassed Australia's Steve Smith to go second in the list of centurions among active players, behind South Africa's Hashim Amla on 28. Smith, who is serving a one-year ball tampering ban, has 23 tons in 64 Tests. Kohli reached his 24th century in his 123rd innings, while Australia's Bradman took just 66 knocks to achieve the same feat. It was the second century of the Indian innings after 18-year-old opener Prithvi Shaw made 134 on day one to become India's youngest batsman to score a ton on debut.

Virat Kohli quickest to 24th Test ton after Bradman

Ravindra Jadeja finally scored his maiden century after almost a decade in international cricket and the Indian all-rounder says being calm in the nervous 90s helped him reach the 'special' milestone.

Jadeja had scored an 86 and 90 in Tests against England but could never cross the hurdle in the previous 37 Tests in addition to the 140 ODIs he has featured in.&nbsp; 
Fittingly, he achieved the feat at his home ground and dedicated the innings to his late mother.

He was in the 90s with number eleven Mohammad Shami but that did not put extra pressure on him.

"It is very special because in the past I had gotten to 80s and 90s but was not able to convert. Today, I was not worried, just did not want to play any loose shot. I kept talking to Umesh and Shami and told myself that I needed to play till I score 100," said Jadeja after reaching three figures in the final over before tea when India declared at 649 for nine.

His famous sword celebration followed the hundred with his teammates applauding in the dressing room.

Jadeja was also in the thick of things during the West Indies innings. It turned out to be a comical incident but it could have easily embarrassed the home hero.

A terrible mix-up between Shimron Hetmyer and Sunil Ambris left both of them stranded at one end and Jadeja decided to walk than run to take the bails off. Seeing Jadeja's cheeky walk, Hetmyer ran to make his ground in desperation, confusing the Indian who suddenly stopped and threw at the stumps. Luckily for Jadeja, the ball hit the stumps and Hetmyer was run out.

"You saw what happened," said Jadeja explaining his thinking.

"I saw both batsmen were at the same end and I did not think that Hetmyer would start running in towards the other end in such hot conditions. I was relaxed and so thought I will walk to take the bails off. His effort (run) was good," added Jadeja, who laughed off the incident.

Talking about the last one month when he did well in the only Test he played in England before making an ODI comeback, Jadeja sounded satisfied.

"When you are not playing consistently, there is pressure. You want to make every opportunity count. That is what I thought in England also. Batting and bowling in Asia Cup was also good," he said.

"I just try to develop my game with every match. I have not played a lot in 2018. So, you just have to perform whenever you get the opportunity."

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Asked why he needs to prove himself even after almost 10 years of international cricket, Jadeja came up with a witty response.

"Good you know that I have been playing for 10 years. I must have done something right if I have managed to play for that long. I don't know if you noticed that I did well in the 13 Tests we played at home the previous season," he said.

"My job is just to prove myself. Sometimes I miss out because of the team requirements. If there are more left-handers in the opposition eleven, then an off-spinner is preferred, if more right-handers are there than I am preferred," said the left-arm spinner.

He also had words of encouragement for the struggling the West Indies, saying "the young team will improve with every game".

Spectator turnout for the first Test has been modest and when asked about it, Jadeja felt it could be due to the unrelenting heat in Rajkot.

Ravindra Jadeja finally scored his maiden century after almost a decade in international cricket and the Indian all-rounder says being calm in the nervous 90s helped him reach the 'special' milestone.

Ravindra Jadeja finally scored his maiden century after almost a decade in international cricket and the Indian all-rounder says being calm in the nervous 90s helped him reach the 'special' milestone. Jadeja had scored an 86 and 90 in Tests against England but could never cross the hurdle in the previous 37 Tests in addition to the 140 ODIs he has featured in. Fittingly, he achieved the feat at his home ground and dedicated the innings to his late mother. He was in the 90s with number eleven Mohammad Shami but that did not put extra pressure on him. "It is very special because in the past I had gotten to 80s and 90s but was not able to convert. Today, I was not worried, just did not want to play any loose shot. I kept talking to Umesh and Shami and told myself that I needed to play till I score 100," said Jadeja after reaching three figures in the final over before tea when India declared at 649 for nine. His famous sword celebration followed the hundred with his teammates applauding in the dressing room. Jadeja was also in the thick of things during the West Indies innings. It turned out to be a comical incident but it could have easily embarrassed the home hero. A terrible mix-up between Shimron Hetmyer and Sunil Ambris left both of them stranded at one end and Jadeja decided to walk than run to take the bails off. Seeing Jadeja's cheeky walk, Hetmyer ran to make his ground in desperation, confusing the Indian who suddenly stopped and threw at the stumps. Luckily for Jadeja, the ball hit the stumps and Hetmyer was run out. "You saw what happened," said Jadeja explaining his thinking. "I saw both batsmen were at the same end and I did not think that Hetmyer would start running in towards the other end in such hot conditions. I was relaxed and so thought I will walk to take the bails off. His effort (run) was good," added Jadeja, who laughed off the incident. Talking about the last one month when he did well in the only Test he played in England before making an ODI comeback, Jadeja sounded satisfied. "When you are not playing consistently, there is pressure. You want to make every opportunity count. That is what I thought in England also. Batting and bowling in Asia Cup was also good," he said. "I just try to develop my game with every match. I have not played a lot in 2018. So, you just have to perform whenever you get the opportunity." This one's for you mom - @imjadeja #INDvWI pic.twitter.com/cKhwUlJlhU — BCCI (@BCCI) October 5, 2018 × Asked why he needs to prove himself even after almost 10 years of international cricket, Jadeja came up with a witty response. "Good you know that I have been playing for 10 years. I must have done something right if I have managed to play for that long. I don't know if you noticed that I did well in the 13 Tests we played at home the previous season," he said. "My job is just to prove myself. Sometimes I miss out because of the team requirements. If there are more left-handers in the opposition eleven, then an off-spinner is preferred, if more right-handers are there than I am preferred," said the left-arm spinner. He also had words of encouragement for the struggling the West Indies, saying "the young team will improve with every game". Spectator turnout for the first Test has been modest and when asked about it, Jadeja felt it could be due to the unrelenting heat in Rajkot.

It was special: Jadeja after scoring maiden international ton

India's skipper <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-quickest-to-24th-test-ton-after-bradman-169551">Virat Kohli</a> and all-rounder <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-1st-test-ravindra-jadejas-slams-maiden-international-century-169610">Ravindra Jadeja</a> slammed centuries in the first innings of the opening Test against West Indies on Friday at Rajkot.

Virat&nbsp;became the quickest batsman to reach 24 Test centuries after the great&nbsp;Donald&nbsp;Bradman. He reached his 24th century in his 123rd innings, while Australia's Bradman took just 66 knocks to achieve the same feat.

His 139-run knock included 10 fours.&nbsp;

Kohli&nbsp;also surpassed Australia's Steve Smith to go second in the list of centurions among active players, behind South Africa's Hashim Amla on 28.

Apart from Kohli,&nbsp;all-rounder Jadeja struck an unbeaten 100 off 132, that included five fours and five sixes,&nbsp;in front of home crowd.&nbsp;

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Jadeja had to wait till his 38th Test to reach three figures, having made his debut back in December 2012.&nbsp;

With the help of two centuries and Rishabh Pant's blistering 92-run knock, India dominated on the second day as they declared the innings after pilling up 649 runs.

In response to that, West Indies were 94 for six at stumps, trailing India by 555 runs.

Roston Chase, on 27, and Keemo Paul, on 13, were batting at the close of play against a persistent Indian bowling attack.

Fast bowler Mohammed Shami took two wickets. Earlier India posted their highest Test total against the West Indies after declaring on 649-9 at tea.

India's skipper Virat Kohli and all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja slammed centuries in the first innings of the opening Test against West Indies on Friday at Rajkot. Virat became the quickest batsman to reach 24 Test centuries after the great Donald Bradman.

India's skipper Virat Kohli and all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja slammed centuries in the first innings of the opening Test against West Indies on Friday at Rajkot. Virat became the quickest batsman to reach 24 Test centuries after the great Donald Bradman. He reached his 24th century in his 123rd innings, while Australia's Bradman took just 66 knocks to achieve the same feat. His 139-run knock included 10 fours. Kohli also surpassed Australia's Steve Smith to go second in the list of centurions among active players, behind South Africa's Hashim Amla on 28. Apart from Kohli, all-rounder Jadeja struck an unbeaten 100 off 132, that included five fours and five sixes, in front of home crowd. That's stumps on day two in Rajkot and India are in full charge. Two wickets for Shami and one each from Ashwin, Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav plus a run-out has Windies in trouble on 94/6, trailing by 555 runs.#INDvWI scorecard ➡️ https://t.co/bOSqMElBuo pic.twitter.com/3aQQI17bcX — ICC (@ICC) October 5, 2018 × #TeamIndia in full control of this Test match as West Indies finish on 94/6 at Stumps on Day 2. Windies trail by 555 runs with 4 wickets remaining in the innings. Updates - https://t.co/RfrOR84i2v @Paytm #INDvWI pic.twitter.com/avRk0WGAm1 — BCCI (@BCCI) October 5, 2018 × Jadeja had to wait till his 38th Test to reach three figures, having made his debut back in December 2012. With the help of two centuries and Rishabh Pant's blistering 92-run knock, India dominated on the second day as they declared the innings after pilling up 649 runs. In response to that, West Indies were 94 for six at stumps, trailing India by 555 runs. Roston Chase, on 27, and Keemo Paul, on 13, were batting at the close of play against a persistent Indian bowling attack. Fast bowler Mohammed Shami took two wickets. Earlier India posted their highest Test total against the West Indies after declaring on 649-9 at tea.

Ind vs WI, 1st Test: Kohli, Jadeja ton-up as India dominate on Day 2

India's former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, who owns the world record of 100 centuries, 51 in Test and 49 in ODIs, hailed Virat Kohli's <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-quickest-to-24th-test-ton-after-bradman-169551">24th Test century</a> against West Indies saying, scoring a century in every outing is 'a great habit to have'.

After Kohli's ton on day two of the first Test against West Indies in Rajkot on Friday, Sachin, took to Twitter to congratulate the skipper. Virat scored a total of 139 runs and his knock included 10 fours.

Sachin wrote, "Another outing, another century! A great habit to have. Keep it up."

There has been a constant comparison made between Virat and legendary Sachin Tendulkar and it is expected that Virat will definitely break all the existing records and will create new ones.

Once Gavaskar said, "Records are meant to be broken. While we know that some of Tendulkar's records are well nigh impossible to be able to get like 200 Test matches, nor anybody can reach 51 Test hundreds," Gavaskar said.

"But the manner in which Virat is batting, the record for (Tendulkar's) 49 hundreds looks possible."

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Kohli became the quickest batsman to reach 24 Test centuries after the great Donald Bradman. He reached his 24th century in his 123rd innings, while Australia's Bradman took just 66 knocks to achieve the same feat.

He also surpassed Australia's Steve Smith to go second in the list of centurions among active players, behind South Africa's Hashim Amla on 28.

India's former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, who owns the world record of 100 centuries, 51 in Test and 49 in ODIs, hailed Virat Kohli's 24th Test century against West Indies saying, scoring a century in every outing is 'a great habit to have'.

India's former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, who owns the world record of 100 centuries, 51 in Test and 49 in ODIs, hailed Virat Kohli's 24th Test century against West Indies saying, scoring a century in every outing is 'a great habit to have'. After Kohli's ton on day two of the first Test against West Indies in Rajkot on Friday, Sachin, took to Twitter to congratulate the skipper. Virat scored a total of 139 runs and his knock included 10 fours. Sachin wrote, "Another outing, another century! A great habit to have. Keep it up." There has been a constant comparison made between Virat and legendary Sachin Tendulkar and it is expected that Virat will definitely break all the existing records and will create new ones. Once Gavaskar said, "Records are meant to be broken. While we know that some of Tendulkar's records are well nigh impossible to be able to get like 200 Test matches, nor anybody can reach 51 Test hundreds," Gavaskar said. "But the manner in which Virat is batting, the record for (Tendulkar's) 49 hundreds looks possible." Another outing, another century! A great habit to have. Keep it up... 👍 pic.twitter.com/ohQ50sZ3dU — Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) October 5, 2018 × Kohli became the quickest batsman to reach 24 Test centuries after the great Donald Bradman. He reached his 24th century in his 123rd innings, while Australia's Bradman took just 66 knocks to achieve the same feat. He also surpassed Australia's Steve Smith to go second in the list of centurions among active players, behind South Africa's Hashim Amla on 28.

Former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar writes about Virat Kohli's 'great habit'

Teenager&nbsp;Prithvi&nbsp;Shaw&nbsp;became the youngest Indian to score a century on Test debut as the hosts took opening day honours in the first match against the West Indies on Thursday.

Shaw, 18, also became India's second-youngest century maker after Sachin Tendulkar as he blasted his way to a century in 99 deliveries in Rajkot.

India were 364 for four at stumps after electing to bat first in Rajkot. Skipper Virat Kohli, on 72, and wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant, on 17, were batting at close of play.

But the day belonged to&nbsp;Shaw, a diminutive right-handed opener and Indian Premier League star for the Delhi Daredevils, as he and Cheteshwar Pujara put on a 206-run second wicket partnership.

He led India's fightback after they lost opener Lokesh Rahul for nought in the very first over off Shannon Gabriel.

Shaw&nbsp;was finally caught and bowled by leg-spinner Devendra Bishoo for 134 in the last over before tea. His knock came in 154 balls with 19 boundaries.

The now-retired Tendulkar, India's most successful batsman, was aged 17 when he scored 119 not out against England in 1990, but that was in his ninth Test match.

Shaw&nbsp;reached the landmark with two runs off paceman Keemo Paul, punching his fist in the air as the home crowd gave him a standing ovation.

Shaw&nbsp;is the seventh-youngest international batsman to score his first Test century. He is also the third batsman after Shikhar Dhawan (85 balls) and Dwayne Smith (93) to hit his debut ton in under 100 balls.

Pujara also played an uncharacteristically quick knock as he brought up fifty off 67 deliveries, but missed out on his hundred after being caught behind off debutant paceman Sherman Lewis.

Kraigg Brathwaite, standing in as captain after Jason Holder suffered a last-minute ankle injury, juggled his bowlers but the absence of the experienced Kemar Roach and Holder was painfully evident.

Roach is back in Barbados to attend the funeral of his grandmother.

Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane, who made 41, took over from&nbsp;

Teenager&nbsp;Prithvi&nbsp;Shaw&nbsp;became the youngest Indian to score a century on Test debut as the hosts took opening day honours in the first match against the West Indies on Thursday.

Shaw, 18, also became India's second-youngest century maker after Sachin Tendulkar as he blasted his way to a century in 99 deliveries in Rajkot.

India were 364 for four at stumps after electing to bat first in Rajkot. Skipper Virat Kohli, on 72, and wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant, on 17, were batting at close of play.

But the day belonged to&nbsp;Shaw, a diminutive right-handed opener and Indian Premier League star for the Delhi Daredevils, as he and Cheteshwar Pujara put on a 206-run second wicket partnership.

He led India's fightback after they lost opener Lokesh Rahul for nought in the very first over off Shannon Gabriel.

Shaw&nbsp;was finally caught and bowled by leg-spinner Devendra Bishoo for 134 in the last over before tea. His knock came in 154 balls with 19 boundaries.

The now-retired Tendulkar, India's most successful batsman, was aged 17 when he scored 119 not out against England in 1990, but that was in his ninth Test match.

Shaw&nbsp;reached the landmark with two runs off paceman Keemo Paul, punching his fist in the air as the home crowd gave him a standing ovation.

Shaw&nbsp;is the seventh-youngest international batsman to score his first Test century. He is also the third batsman after Shikhar Dhawan (85 balls) and Dwayne Smith (93) to hit his debut ton in under 100 balls.

Pujara also played an uncharacteristically quick knock as he brought up fifty off 67 deliveries, but missed out on his hundred after being caught behind off debutant paceman Sherman Lewis.

Kraigg Brathwaite, standing in as captain after Jason Holder suffered a last-minute ankle injury, juggled his bowlers but the absence of the experienced Kemar Roach and Holder was painfully evident.

Roach is back in Barbados to attend the funeral of his grandmother.

Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane, who made 41, took over from&nbsp;Shaw&nbsp;with a patient 105-run partnership despite West Indies bowlers keeping a tidy line and length to check the flow of runs in the final session of play.

India, who had raced to 232-3 at tea, managed another 132 runs in 38 overs of the evening session with Kohli and Rahane batting cautiously.

Kohli, who is the world's number one Test batsman, got to his half-century against Bishoo and was getting dangerous with each passing ball.

Indian vice-captain Rahane though lost his cool against off-spinner Roston Chase to get caught behind in the final few overs of the day.

&nbsp;with a patient 105-run partnership despite West Indies bowlers keeping a tidy line and length to check the flow of runs in the final session of play.

India, who had raced to 232-3 at tea, managed another 132 runs in 38 overs of the evening session with Kohli and Rahane batting cautiously.

Kohli, who is the world's number one Test batsman, got to his half-century against Bishoo and was getting dangerous with each passing ball.

Indian vice-captain Rahane though lost his cool against off-spinner Roston Chase to get caught behind in the final few overs of the day.

Teenager Prithvi Shaw became the youngest Indian to score a century on Test debut as the hosts took opening day honours in the first match against the West Indies on Thursday.

Teenager Prithvi Shaw became the youngest Indian to score a century on Test debut as the hosts took opening day honours in the first match against the West Indies on Thursday. Shaw, 18, also became India's second-youngest century maker after Sachin Tendulkar as he blasted his way to a century in 99 deliveries in Rajkot. India were 364 for four at stumps after electing to bat first in Rajkot. Skipper Virat Kohli, on 72, and wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant, on 17, were batting at close of play. But the day belonged to Shaw, a diminutive right-handed opener and Indian Premier League star for the Delhi Daredevils, as he and Cheteshwar Pujara put on a 206-run second wicket partnership. He led India's fightback after they lost opener Lokesh Rahul for nought in the very first over off Shannon Gabriel. Shaw was finally caught and bowled by leg-spinner Devendra Bishoo for 134 in the last over before tea. His knock came in 154 balls with 19 boundaries. The now-retired Tendulkar, India's most successful batsman, was aged 17 when he scored 119 not out against England in 1990, but that was in his ninth Test match. Shaw reached the landmark with two runs off paceman Keemo Paul, punching his fist in the air as the home crowd gave him a standing ovation. Shaw is the seventh-youngest international batsman to score his first Test century. He is also the third batsman after Shikhar Dhawan (85 balls) and Dwayne Smith (93) to hit his debut ton in under 100 balls. Pujara also played an uncharacteristically quick knock as he brought up fifty off 67 deliveries, but missed out on his hundred after being caught behind off debutant paceman Sherman Lewis. Kraigg Brathwaite, standing in as captain after Jason Holder suffered a last-minute ankle injury, juggled his bowlers but the absence of the experienced Kemar Roach and Holder was painfully evident. Roach is back in Barbados to attend the funeral of his grandmother. Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane, who made 41, took over from Teenager Prithvi Shaw became the youngest Indian to score a century on Test debut as the hosts took opening day honours in the first match against the West Indies on Thursday. Shaw, 18, also became India's second-youngest century maker after Sachin Tendulkar as he blasted his way to a century in 99 deliveries in Rajkot. India were 364 for four at stumps after electing to bat first in Rajkot. Skipper Virat Kohli, on 72, and wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant, on 17, were batting at close of play. But the day belonged to Shaw, a diminutive right-handed opener and Indian Premier League star for the Delhi Daredevils, as he and Cheteshwar Pujara put on a 206-run second wicket partnership. He led India's fightback after they lost opener Lokesh Rahul for nought in the very first over off Shannon Gabriel. Shaw was finally caught and bowled by leg-spinner Devendra Bishoo for 134 in the last over before tea. His knock came in 154 balls with 19 boundaries. The now-retired Tendulkar, India's most successful batsman, was aged 17 when he scored 119 not out against England in 1990, but that was in his ninth Test match. Shaw reached the landmark with two runs off paceman Keemo Paul, punching his fist in the air as the home crowd gave him a standing ovation. Shaw is the seventh-youngest international batsman to score his first Test century. He is also the third batsman after Shikhar Dhawan (85 balls) and Dwayne Smith (93) to hit his debut ton in under 100 balls. Pujara also played an uncharacteristically quick knock as he brought up fifty off 67 deliveries, but missed out on his hundred after being caught behind off debutant paceman Sherman Lewis. Kraigg Brathwaite, standing in as captain after Jason Holder suffered a last-minute ankle injury, juggled his bowlers but the absence of the experienced Kemar Roach and Holder was painfully evident. Roach is back in Barbados to attend the funeral of his grandmother. Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane, who made 41, took over from Shaw with a patient 105-run partnership despite West Indies bowlers keeping a tidy line and length to check the flow of runs in the final session of play. India, who had raced to 232-3 at tea, managed another 132 runs in 38 overs of the evening session with Kohli and Rahane batting cautiously. Kohli, who is the world's number one Test batsman, got to his half-century against Bishoo and was getting dangerous with each passing ball. Indian vice-captain Rahane though lost his cool against off-spinner Roston Chase to get caught behind in the final few overs of the day. with a patient 105-run partnership despite West Indies bowlers keeping a tidy line and length to check the flow of runs in the final session of play. India, who had raced to 232-3 at tea, managed another 132 runs in 38 overs of the evening session with Kohli and Rahane batting cautiously. Kohli, who is the world's number one Test batsman, got to his half-century against Bishoo and was getting dangerous with each passing ball. Indian vice-captain Rahane though lost his cool against off-spinner Roston Chase to get caught behind in the final few overs of the day.

1st Test: Prithvi Shaw's debut ton propels India 364/4 at stumps

Opening batsman Shikhar Dhawan has been dropped from India's Test squad for the upcoming West Indies series, the country's cricket board announced Saturday.

Dhawan had a forgettable England tour with the left-handed opener managing just 162 runs in eight innings as top-ranked India lost the Test series 1-4.

Uncapped batsman Mayank Agarwal and rookie fast bowler Mohammed Siraj were included in the 15-man team that will be led by Virat Kohli, who was rested in the recent Asia Cup 50-over tournament won by India.

The national selectors decided to rest fast bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Bhuvneshwar Kumar due to their "recent workload", the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said in a statement.

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"Both Ishant Sharma and Hardik Pandya were not considered for selection, as they are yet to recover from their injuries," the BCCI added.

The first Test will be held in Rajkot starting October 4, with the second in Hyderabad from October 12.

The two teams will also play five one-day international and three Twenty20 matches after the Test matches.

The world's top Test side will then head to Australia for a full series starting November.

Squad: Virat Kohli (captain), KL Rahul, Prithvi Shaw, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane (vice-captain), Hanuma Vihari, Rishabh Pant (wicket-keeper), R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Umesh Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Shardul Thakur

Opening batsman Shikhar Dhawan has been dropped from India's Test squad for the upcoming West Indies series, the country's cricket board announced Saturday. Dhawan had a forgettable England tour with the left-handed opener managing just 162 runs in eight innings as top-ranked India lost the Test series 1-4.

Opening batsman Shikhar Dhawan has been dropped from India's Test squad for the upcoming West Indies series, the country's cricket board announced Saturday. Dhawan had a forgettable England tour with the left-handed opener managing just 162 runs in eight innings as top-ranked India lost the Test series 1-4. Uncapped batsman Mayank Agarwal and rookie fast bowler Mohammed Siraj were included in the 15-man team that will be led by Virat Kohli, who was rested in the recent Asia Cup 50-over tournament won by India. The national selectors decided to rest fast bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Bhuvneshwar Kumar due to their "recent workload", the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said in a statement. Alert: Indian team for the @Paytm Test series against Windies announced.#TeamIndia #INDvWI Details - https://t.co/q3PsWeZnzm pic.twitter.com/aJG5n8JbKm — BCCI (@BCCI) September 29, 2018 × Indian team: Virat Kohli (captain), KL Rahul, Prithvi Shaw, Mayank Agarwal, C Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane (vc), H Vihari, Rishabh Pant (wk), R Ashwin, R Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, M Shami, Umesh Yadav, M Siraj, Shardul Thakur — BCCI (@BCCI) September 29, 2018 × "Both Ishant Sharma and Hardik Pandya were not considered for selection, as they are yet to recover from their injuries," the BCCI added. The first Test will be held in Rajkot starting October 4, with the second in Hyderabad from October 12. The two teams will also play five one-day international and three Twenty20 matches after the Test matches. The world's top Test side will then head to Australia for a full series starting November. Squad: Virat Kohli (captain), KL Rahul, Prithvi Shaw, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane (vice-captain), Hanuma Vihari, Rishabh Pant (wicket-keeper), R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Umesh Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Shardul Thakur

Shikhar Dhawan left out of India's Test squad for West Indies series

Injuries continue to haunt all-rounder Kedar Jadhav as he is again down with a hamstring strain suffered while batting during India's successful chase in the final of the Asia Cup against Bangladesh here.&nbsp;

Jadhav, who returned to the Indian team after being out of action for almost three months nursing a hamstring injury, experienced the problem once again in the final of the Asia Cup as he tried to steal a quick single after hitting the ball to mid-off. &nbsp;

He was looked into by the physio Patrick Farhart and decided to continue batting before he went off soon after.&nbsp;

But with the team needing his services while chasing a 223-run target, a limping Jadhav returned to the crease and ran the most defining single of his short international career as India beat Bangladesh by three wickets to win their seventh Asia Cup title in a pulsating last-ball finish late Friday night.&nbsp;

"Kedar suffered a right hamstring strain which is the other leg from his previous problem. Scans will be done and update on the same will be given in a few days," a BCCI official said.&nbsp;

Earlier Jadhav, who had been a regular in India's ODI team, suffered a grade 2 hamstring tear in the opening game of the 2018 IPL and was ruled out for the entire season and India's subsequent tour of Ireland and England.&nbsp;

"It's at least Grade I or II tear. Let's see tomorrow," Jadhav said after guiding India home.

Injuries continue to haunt all-rounder Kedar Jadhav as he is again down with a hamstring strain suffered while batting during India's successful chase in the final of the Asia Cup against Bangladesh here.

Injuries continue to haunt all-rounder Kedar Jadhav as he is again down with a hamstring strain suffered while batting during India's successful chase in the final of the Asia Cup against Bangladesh here. Jadhav, who returned to the Indian team after being out of action for almost three months nursing a hamstring injury, experienced the problem once again in the final of the Asia Cup as he tried to steal a quick single after hitting the ball to mid-off. He was looked into by the physio Patrick Farhart and decided to continue batting before he went off soon after. But with the team needing his services while chasing a 223-run target, a limping Jadhav returned to the crease and ran the most defining single of his short international career as India beat Bangladesh by three wickets to win their seventh Asia Cup title in a pulsating last-ball finish late Friday night. "Kedar suffered a right hamstring strain which is the other leg from his previous problem. Scans will be done and update on the same will be given in a few days," a BCCI official said. Earlier Jadhav, who had been a regular in India's ODI team, suffered a grade 2 hamstring tear in the opening game of the 2018 IPL and was ruled out for the entire season and India's subsequent tour of Ireland and England. "It's at least Grade I or II tear. Let's see tomorrow," Jadhav said after guiding India home.

Kedar Jadhav down with hamstring problem

Rohit Sharma, who scored his 19th ODI ton and also completed 7000 runs in ODI format, reacted to <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-rohit-shikhar-hit-100s-india-beat-pakistan-10-overs-spare-167316">India's nine-wicket win</a> against Pakistan in Super Four, match 3 of the ongoing Asia Cup tournament on Sunday.

Apart from Rohit, opener Shikhar Dhawan also scored a century. In his 114-run knock, which included 16 fours and two sixes, Dhawan played some beautiful shots.

Chasing a target of 238, Rohit (111 no off 119 balls) and Dhawan (114 off 100 balls) flayed the Pakistan attack adding 210 runs for the opening stand.

It was India's biggest win against Pakistan in terms of the number of wickets lost.

India's skipper seemed pleased with team's disciplined performance against Pakistan and said that his side displayed a better show than their arch-rivals.

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He gave specific mention to the bowling unit as they stuck to their task got crucial breakthroughs and kept taking wickets to rip through Pakistan's batting unit.

"We asked for something like this from the boys," said Sharma. "It was challenging conditions, and it was tough coming out and playing in these conditions. All of them showed great character, it's a good win."

Rohit Sharma, who scored his 19th ODI ton and also completed 7000 runs in ODI format, reacted to India's nine-wicket win against Pakistan in Super Four, match 3 of the ongoing Asia Cup tournament on Sunday.

Rohit Sharma, who scored his 19th ODI ton and also completed 7000 runs in ODI format, reacted to India's nine-wicket win against Pakistan in Super Four, match 3 of the ongoing Asia Cup tournament on Sunday. Apart from Rohit, opener Shikhar Dhawan also scored a century. In his 114-run knock, which included 16 fours and two sixes, Dhawan played some beautiful shots. Chasing a target of 238, Rohit (111 no off 119 balls) and Dhawan (114 off 100 balls) flayed the Pakistan attack adding 210 runs for the opening stand. It was India's biggest win against Pakistan in terms of the number of wickets lost. India's skipper seemed pleased with team's disciplined performance against Pakistan and said that his side displayed a better show than their arch-rivals. Total domination as #TeamIndia seal a win by 9 wickets #INDvPAK #AsiaCup pic.twitter.com/k6vSgrkaB8 — BCCI (@BCCI) September 23, 2018 × He gave specific mention to the bowling unit as they stuck to their task got crucial breakthroughs and kept taking wickets to rip through Pakistan's batting unit. "We asked for something like this from the boys," said Sharma. "It was challenging conditions, and it was tough coming out and playing in these conditions. All of them showed great character, it's a good win."

Team showed great character, it's a good win, says Rohit Sharma after India's win over Pak

Pakistan coach&nbsp;Mickey&nbsp;Arthur&nbsp;on Sunday (September 23) said there was a 'confidence crisis' in his team's dressing room after they were beaten comprehensively by their arch-rivals India in an Asia Cup encounter in Dubai.

Arthur&nbsp;admitted his men were outplayed by a dominant Indian side and added that there was a fear of failure after losing a group stage match to their neighbours in the tournament.

In the group game, India beat Pakistan by eight wickets with 21 overs to spare after restricting their opponents to an easy total of 162.

On Sunday, India again got the better of Pakistan to register a massive nine-wicket victory thanks to a partnership of 210 runs partnership by openers Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan. The win is India's biggest against Pakistan in terms of wickets in one-day internationals.

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Indian slow bowler Yuzvendra Chahal said two successive wins over Pakistan will boost the team confidence for the final of the Asia Cup.

Pakistan will now face Bangladesh in Abu Dhabhi on Wednesday (September 26) and the winner will face India in the finals of the tournament. India take on Afghanistan in Dubai on Tuesday (September 25).

Pakistan coach Mickey Arthur on Sunday (September 23) said there was a 'confidence crisis' in his team's dressing room after they were beaten comprehensively by their arch-rivals India in an Asia Cup encounter in Dubai.

Pakistan coach Mickey Arthur on Sunday (September 23) said there was a 'confidence crisis' in his team's dressing room after they were beaten comprehensively by their arch-rivals India in an Asia Cup encounter in Dubai. Arthur admitted his men were outplayed by a dominant Indian side and added that there was a fear of failure after losing a group stage match to their neighbours in the tournament. In the group game, India beat Pakistan by eight wickets with 21 overs to spare after restricting their opponents to an easy total of 162. On Sunday, India again got the better of Pakistan to register a massive nine-wicket victory thanks to a partnership of 210 runs partnership by openers Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan. The win is India's biggest against Pakistan in terms of wickets in one-day internationals. × Indian slow bowler Yuzvendra Chahal said two successive wins over Pakistan will boost the team confidence for the final of the Asia Cup. Pakistan will now face Bangladesh in Abu Dhabhi on Wednesday (September 26) and the winner will face India in the finals of the tournament. India take on Afghanistan in Dubai on Tuesday (September 25).

Team India 'didn't allow us to play', says Pakistan's cricket coach Mickey Arthur

Pakistani cricket fan Adil Taj revealed the reason behind singing Indian national anthem during the group stage match between India and Pakistan in the ongoing Asia Cup tournament.

The video went viral, in which Adil was singing the Indian national anthem during the pre-match ceremony.

While speaking to ANI, Adil revealed that&nbsp;he had got goosebumps when he listened to the Indian national anthem for the first time in a Bollywood movie.

"I got goosebumps when I first heard the anthem in a Bollywood movie," he added.

"The moment Indian national anthem was played, I got a reminder of Pakistan Prime Minister&nbsp;Imran Khan&nbsp;stating that If India would move one step ahead then we would move two steps further. It was a small gesture from my side towards peace, towards respect," said Adil.

He also said that he will&nbsp;stitch the India-Pakistan flag together and wear it during the Super Four clash between the two countries on Sunday.

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"I am very excited ahead of the match. I am planning to stitch India-Pakistan flag together and wear it for tomorrow's match. That would be another positive message from my side," he said.

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Some Indian fans were sitting with us in our enclosure. When our national anthem was played, I saw how they stood in respect &amp; also clapped for it: Adil Taj, Pakistani cricket fan who was seen singing Indian national anthem before India-Pakistan match in Asia Cup on 19 Sept <a href="https://t.co/Tey55NzRlR">pic.twitter.com/Tey55NzRlR</a>
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Taj also expressed the desire to have more bilateral series between India and Pakistan so they don't have to wait for major tournaments like&nbsp;Asia Cup&nbsp;and World Cup to see if the two teams are competing or not.

"Sports unite countries. We would again like to have regular series between the two countries. It will play a positive role towards peace, according to me," he concluded.

Pakistani cricket fan Adil Taj revealed the reason behind singing Indian national anthem during the group stage match between India and Pakistan in the ongoing Asia Cup tournament.

Pakistani cricket fan Adil Taj revealed the reason behind singing Indian national anthem during the group stage match between India and Pakistan in the ongoing Asia Cup tournament. The video went viral, in which Adil was singing the Indian national anthem during the pre-match ceremony. While speaking to ANI, Adil revealed that he had got goosebumps when he listened to the Indian national anthem for the first time in a Bollywood movie. "I got goosebumps when I first heard the anthem in a Bollywood movie," he added. "The moment Indian national anthem was played, I got a reminder of Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan stating that If India would move one step ahead then we would move two steps further. It was a small gesture from my side towards peace, towards respect," said Adil. He also said that he will stitch the India-Pakistan flag together and wear it during the Super Four clash between the two countries on Sunday. Watch the video: The best thing on Internet today!! -------------------------------------- A Pakistani cricket fan singing the Indian National Anthem on the eve of India-Pakistani ODI, during the ongoing Asia Cup in UAE.#INDvsPAK #AsiaCup2018 #Cricket #AsiaCup #UAE #nationalanthem pic.twitter.com/9qfHcvBUdy — Syed Ahmad Afzāl (अफ़्ज़ाल) (@afzalistan) September 21, 2018 × "I am very excited ahead of the match. I am planning to stitch India-Pakistan flag together and wear it for tomorrow's match. That would be another positive message from my side," he said. I sang Pak anthem&tried my best when Indian anthem was played. Pak fans listened to it respectfully. It was small gesture towards peace...Plan on carrying both flags tomorrow: Adil Taj, Pak cricket fan who was seen singing Indian national anthem before India-Pak match in Asia Cup pic.twitter.com/SkCe0qDUVb — ANI (@ANI) September 22, 2018 × Some Indian fans were sitting with us in our enclosure. When our national anthem was played, I saw how they stood in respect & also clapped for it: Adil Taj, Pakistani cricket fan who was seen singing Indian national anthem before India-Pakistan match in Asia Cup on 19 Sept pic.twitter.com/Tey55NzRlR — ANI (@ANI) September 22, 2018 × Taj also expressed the desire to have more bilateral series between India and Pakistan so they don't have to wait for major tournaments like Asia Cup and World Cup to see if the two teams are competing or not. "Sports unite countries. We would again like to have regular series between the two countries. It will play a positive role towards peace, according to me," he concluded.

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