From Joe Root to Jacques Kallis, here's a look at the top five batters fastest to 13,000 runs in Tests. This list also includes Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting and Rahul Dravid

From Joe Root to Jacques Kallis, here's a look at the top five batters fastest to 13,000 runs in Tests. This list also includes Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting and Rahul Dravid

Meet top 5 batters fastest to 13,000 Test runs

From Brian Lara to Kumar Sangakkara, here's a look at the top five batters fastest to 11,000 runs in Tests. This list also includes Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting and Rahul Dravid

From Brian Lara to Kumar Sangakkara, here's a look at the top five batters fastest to 11,000 runs in Tests. This list also includes Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting and Rahul Dravid

Meet top 5 batters fastest to 11,000 Test runs

Rahul Dravid, cricket great and a Test veteran, wants players like 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to lead the charge in Test cricket’s revival. Already impressed with the batting prodigy Sooryavanshi, who recently became the youngest Indian men’s debutant during the concluded UK tour, Dravid is concerned about his growth, development and management without hampering his red-ball ambitions. Having worked with the attacking left-hander at Rajasthan Royals, Dravid knows the depth of talent but urges him to maintain balance between white and red-ball cricket. &nbsp;"I think you always have to find that balance," Dravid said in a chat with Cricinfo at an event in Dublin to unveil the ETPL, where he co-owns the franchise Dublin Guardians.&nbsp; &nbsp;"And I think it's a great thing that Vaibhav is getting the experience of playing some white-ball cricket through the IPL in India, but he's also having the time to go back and play red-ball cricket in the Indian domestic system and grow his red-ball career. &nbsp;"All of us also want to see Test cricket survive, all of us want to see Test cricket grow, and we need players like him to be able to hopefully play all formats of the game,” Dravid noted.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/aus-vs-ban-2nd-test-mitchell-starc-six-wicket-haul-anderson-record-mackay-1787380601048">Starc breaks Anderson’s record for most first-ball Test wickets: See top 5 list</a> &nbsp;Sooryavanshi has played and dominated in his brief white-ball domestic and India career, including at the age-group cricket, but hasn’t been tested enough against the red ball. With him set to embrace his journey as the vice-captain of the East Zone in the Duleep Trophy, Vaibhav will have plenty of red-ball cricket waiting for him. Dravid too wants him to explore that aspect of the game. &nbsp;"The good thing is he's going to take some time; he's going to need some experience, he's going to get an opportunity to play a lot of red-ball cricket," Dravid said. "He's not played as much red-ball cricket as probably white-ball cricket. &nbsp;"He's only 15, and I think you've got to just give him some time and you've got to be patient with him. He's obviously been such a success straightaway, right, but he's going to go through his ups and downs, and I think people are going to have to be patient with him,” Dravid added.<h2>Dravid cautions Sooryavanshi</h2>Sooryavanshi has played just eight first-class matches, averaging a mere 17.25. With at least two East Zone games and a potential unofficial Tests against Australia A in September, Vaibhav has a chance to improve his numbers.&nbsp; &nbsp;"I think he's going to have some success, but he also might have periods where it probably doesn't work out well for him," Dravid cautioned. "But let's all remember he's only 15 and he has a long way to go. So, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, by not playing in T20 competitions all over the world, is actually playing in the red-ball Indian domestic competition. He's growing; he's getting better at red-ball skills. &nbsp;"Hopefully, someday if he does well and performs well like he has in white-ball cricket, he might become a red-ball player for India. And how exciting that would be for the world game as well."

Rahul Dravid backs 15-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to help revive Test cricket, urging patience as the young star focuses on red-ball domestic cricket.

Rahul Dravid, cricket great and a Test veteran, wants players like 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to lead the charge in Test cricket’s revival. Already impressed with the batting prodigy Sooryavanshi, who recently became the youngest Indian men’s debutant during the concluded UK tour, Dravid is concerned about his growth, development and management without hampering his red-ball ambitions. Having worked with the attacking left-hander at Rajasthan Royals, Dravid knows the depth of talent but urges him to maintain balance between white and red-ball cricket. "I think you always have to find that balance," Dravid said in a chat with Cricinfo at an event in Dublin to unveil the ETPL, where he co-owns the franchise Dublin Guardians. "And I think it's a great thing that Vaibhav is getting the experience of playing some white-ball cricket through the IPL in India, but he's also having the time to go back and play red-ball cricket in the Indian domestic system and grow his red-ball career. "All of us also want to see Test cricket survive, all of us want to see Test cricket grow, and we need players like him to be able to hopefully play all formats of the game,” Dravid noted. Also read| Starc breaks Anderson’s record for most first-ball Test wickets: See top 5 list Sooryavanshi has played and dominated in his brief white-ball domestic and India career, including at the age-group cricket, but hasn’t been tested enough against the red ball. With him set to embrace his journey as the vice-captain of the East Zone in the Duleep Trophy, Vaibhav will have plenty of red-ball cricket waiting for him. Dravid too wants him to explore that aspect of the game. "The good thing is he's going to take some time; he's going to need some experience, he's going to get an opportunity to play a lot of red-ball cricket," Dravid said. "He's not played as much red-ball cricket as probably white-ball cricket. "He's only 15, and I think you've got to just give him some time and you've got to be patient with him. He's obviously been such a success straightaway, right, but he's going to go through his ups and downs, and I think people are going to have to be patient with him,” Dravid added. Dravid cautions Sooryavanshi Sooryavanshi has played just eight first-class matches, averaging a mere 17.25. With at least two East Zone games and a potential unofficial Tests against Australia A in September, Vaibhav has a chance to improve his numbers. "I think he's going to have some success, but he also might have periods where it probably doesn't work out well for him," Dravid cautioned. "But let's all remember he's only 15 and he has a long way to go. So, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, by not playing in T20 competitions all over the world, is actually playing in the red-ball Indian domestic competition. He's growing; he's getting better at red-ball skills. "Hopefully, someday if he does well and performs well like he has in white-ball cricket, he might become a red-ball player for India. And how exciting that would be for the world game as well."

Rahul Dravid backs 15-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to help revive Test cricket, urging patience as the young star focuses on red-ball domestic cricket.

Rahul Dravid backs 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to lead Test cricket revival

From Virat Kohli to Sachin Tendulkar, here's a look at the five Indian batters fastest to 6000 Test runs. This list also includes Sunil Gavaskar, Virender Sehwag and Rahul Dravid

From Virat Kohli to Sachin Tendulkar, here's a look at the five Indian batters fastest to 6000 Test runs. This list also includes Sunil Gavaskar, Virender Sehwag and Rahul Dravid

Meet top 5 Indian batters fastest to 6000 Test runs

From Virender Sehwag to Sachin Tendulkar, here's a look at the top five Indian batters fastest to 4000 Test runs. This list also includes Sunil Gavaskar, Rahul Dravid and Cheteshwar Pujara

From Virender Sehwag to Sachin Tendulkar, here's a look at the top five Indian batters fastest to 4000 Test runs. This list also includes Sunil Gavaskar, Rahul Dravid and Cheteshwar Pujara

Meet top 5 Indian batters fastest to 4000 Test runs

From Sachin Tendulkar to Mahela Jayawardene, here's a look at the top five batters with most Test runs in India vs Sri Lanka. This list also includes Rahul Dravid, Kumar Sangakkara and Aravinda de Silva

From Sachin Tendulkar to Mahela Jayawardene, here's a look at the top five batters with most Test runs in India vs Sri Lanka. This list also includes Rahul Dravid, Kumar Sangakkara and Aravinda de Silva

Meet top 5 batters with most Test runs in IND vs SL

Cricket great Sunil Gavaskar compared Ajinkya Rahane to Rahul Dravid, saying the ‘selfless’ leader, who led India to an unforgettable and unprecedented Test series win in Australia in 2020/21, didn’t get his credit. Rahane announced his retirement from all forms of the game last week, with several of his teammates, including Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, paying tribute on social media.&nbsp;After India were bowled out for 36 in the series opener in Adelaide and eventually lost it by 10 wickets, which was also regular captain Virat Kohli’s last Test on the tour, Rahane led an inexperienced Test team to a shocking 2-1 series win, including winning the famous Gabba Test. With no big names around and trailing 1-0 after the first Test, Rahane’s captaincy scripted history for India.&nbsp; &nbsp;Comparing his unparalleled feat with those of Dravid’s Test captaincy record, Gavaskar wrote, “His record as a skipper is exceptional, with four wins out of six and no losses. Like Rahul Dravid, who also had some terrific wins under his captaincy but never got the credit he deserved, so also Rahane’s leadership hardly got the applause that it merited.”&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ben-stokes-sydney-sixers-record-bbl-deal-aud-600000-1785845314072">Ben Stokes eyes record BBL deal as Sydney Sixers emerge as frontrunners: Report</a> &nbsp;Gavaskar didn’t shy away from criticising the fans’ tendency to overlook the captain’s role when the team succeeds. &nbsp;“This is typical of Indian cricket. When the team wins, all praise goes to the individual achievers, be it batters and bowlers, but when the team loses, the captain and the coach get the blame,” he further wrote. &nbsp;Looking back at the incredible series of events during that four-match Test series, Gavaskar pointed out how Rahane’s captaincy turned the tables for India, culminating in breaking Australia’s 32-year unbeaten streak at the Gabba. &nbsp;“After the demoralising collapse of 36 all out in the first Test of the 2021 series Down Under, it was Rahane, along with Ravi Shastri, who picked the team from the dumps. The vice-captain took over a ship that was ready to sink and not only sailed it into calmer waters but also gave India an unprecedented first win at Australia’s fortress ‘The Gabba’ and with it the series victory too,” wrote Gavaskar.&nbsp; &nbsp;“In fact, in the final Test of the series, when most of the top players were unavailable due to injury, India pulled off one of its greatest victories in Test cricket. It proved once again, if ever it was needed, that nobody is indispensable in this game,” he added.<h3>Gavaskar’s highest praise for Rahane</h3>Gavaskar concluded by lauding Rahane for carrying himself and helping India taste enormous success during his time as a cricketer. &nbsp;“Rahane leaves the game with his head held high and the sincere thanks of cricket lovers for the totally selfless way he played the game. It’s not of many cricketers that it can be said that they did not have a single enemy in the game. There are perhaps less than a dozen, to the best of my knowledge and experience. Ajinkya Rahane can take his place there with his typical humility,” Gavaskar concluded.

Sunil Gavaskar has paid a glowing tribute to retired cricketer Ajinkya Rahane, comparing his selfless leadership to Rahul Dravid and calling his Australia series win historic.

Cricket great Sunil Gavaskar compared Ajinkya Rahane to Rahul Dravid, saying the ‘selfless’ leader, who led India to an unforgettable and unprecedented Test series win in Australia in 2020/21, didn’t get his credit. Rahane announced his retirement from all forms of the game last week, with several of his teammates, including Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, paying tribute on social media. After India were bowled out for 36 in the series opener in Adelaide and eventually lost it by 10 wickets, which was also regular captain Virat Kohli’s last Test on the tour, Rahane led an inexperienced Test team to a shocking 2-1 series win, including winning the famous Gabba Test. With no big names around and trailing 1-0 after the first Test, Rahane’s captaincy scripted history for India. Comparing his unparalleled feat with those of Dravid’s Test captaincy record, Gavaskar wrote, “His record as a skipper is exceptional, with four wins out of six and no losses. Like Rahul Dravid, who also had some terrific wins under his captaincy but never got the credit he deserved, so also Rahane’s leadership hardly got the applause that it merited.” Also read | Ben Stokes eyes record BBL deal as Sydney Sixers emerge as frontrunners: Report Gavaskar didn’t shy away from criticising the fans’ tendency to overlook the captain’s role when the team succeeds. “This is typical of Indian cricket. When the team wins, all praise goes to the individual achievers, be it batters and bowlers, but when the team loses, the captain and the coach get the blame,” he further wrote. Looking back at the incredible series of events during that four-match Test series, Gavaskar pointed out how Rahane’s captaincy turned the tables for India, culminating in breaking Australia’s 32-year unbeaten streak at the Gabba. “After the demoralising collapse of 36 all out in the first Test of the 2021 series Down Under, it was Rahane, along with Ravi Shastri, who picked the team from the dumps. The vice-captain took over a ship that was ready to sink and not only sailed it into calmer waters but also gave India an unprecedented first win at Australia’s fortress ‘The Gabba’ and with it the series victory too,” wrote Gavaskar. “In fact, in the final Test of the series, when most of the top players were unavailable due to injury, India pulled off one of its greatest victories in Test cricket. It proved once again, if ever it was needed, that nobody is indispensable in this game,” he added. Gavaskar’s highest praise for Rahane Gavaskar concluded by lauding Rahane for carrying himself and helping India taste enormous success during his time as a cricketer. “Rahane leaves the game with his head held high and the sincere thanks of cricket lovers for the totally selfless way he played the game. It’s not of many cricketers that it can be said that they did not have a single enemy in the game. There are perhaps less than a dozen, to the best of my knowledge and experience. Ajinkya Rahane can take his place there with his typical humility,” Gavaskar concluded.

Sunil Gavaskar has paid a glowing tribute to retired cricketer Ajinkya Rahane, comparing his selfless leadership to Rahul Dravid and calling his Australia series win historic.

Sunil Gavaskar slams lack of credit for Ajinkya Rahane: ‘A selfless leader with no enemies’

Indian batting great Rahul Dravid has emerged as one of the leading contenders to replace Brendon McCullum as England's Test coach after the New Zealander was removed from the role following the team's disappointing performances in the longest format. According to a report in the Daily Telegraph, Dravid is among several names being considered for the position, alongside former England coach Andy Flower and ex-England spinner Richard Dawson.&nbsp;McCullum's four-year spell as England's Test coach came to an end after the team's 1-2 home series defeat to New Zealand. The England and Wales Cricket Board decided that the time is right to make a change ahead of next year's Ashes series. McCullum will continue as England's head coach for the ODI and T20I teams.&nbsp;Dravid, 53, is regarded as a strong candidate because of his meticulous coaching style and extensive knowledge of the game. During his tenure with India, he guided the team to the 2024 T20 World Cup title and the 2023 World Test Championship final.However, the report suggested that Dravid may not be keen on taking up a full-time coaching assignment. "Dravid has no desire to coach full-time, but the England Test job would allow him extended periods at home and the chance to help keep alive his favourite format of the game. England, at the very least, should gauge his interest," according to the report.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/9-6-billion-openai-investor-vinod-khosla-buys-super-bowl-champion-seattle-seahawks-sets-new-nfl-franchise-record-who-is-he-1783894636789">$9.6 Billion! OpenAI investor Vinod Khosla buys Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks, sets new NFL franchise record. Who is he?</a>&nbsp;Former Zimbabwe captain Andy Flower is also considered one of the frontrunners. Flower remains England's most successful modern-era coach, having led the side to three Ashes series victories and the no 1 Test ranking. He has also enjoyed notable success in franchise cricket, including back-to-back IPL titles with Royal Challengers Bengaluru.&nbsp;Richard Dawson, currently serving as Glamorgan's head coach, is another serious contender after earning praise for his tactical expertise and coaching achievements at both county and international levels. Other names linked with the vacancy include Sri Lanka legend Kumar Sangakkara, England Lions coach Andrew Flintoff, Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson, and former Australia coach Justin Langer.

Rahul Dravid has emerged as a top contender to replace Brendon McCullum as England's Test coach. Reports say Dravid is on the ECB shortlist alongside Andy Flower, Richard Dawson, Kumar Sangakkara, Andrew Flintoff, Mike Hesson and Justin Langer

Indian batting great Rahul Dravid has emerged as one of the leading contenders to replace Brendon McCullum as England's Test coach after the New Zealander was removed from the role following the team's disappointing performances in the longest format. According to a report in the Daily Telegraph, Dravid is among several names being considered for the position, alongside former England coach Andy Flower and ex-England spinner Richard Dawson. McCullum's four-year spell as England's Test coach came to an end after the team's 1-2 home series defeat to New Zealand. The England and Wales Cricket Board decided that the time is right to make a change ahead of next year's Ashes series. McCullum will continue as England's head coach for the ODI and T20I teams. Dravid, 53, is regarded as a strong candidate because of his meticulous coaching style and extensive knowledge of the game. During his tenure with India, he guided the team to the 2024 T20 World Cup title and the 2023 World Test Championship final. However, the report suggested that Dravid may not be keen on taking up a full-time coaching assignment. "Dravid has no desire to coach full-time, but the England Test job would allow him extended periods at home and the chance to help keep alive his favourite format of the game. England, at the very least, should gauge his interest," according to the report. Also Read: $9.6 Billion! OpenAI investor Vinod Khosla buys Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks, sets new NFL franchise record. Who is he? Former Zimbabwe captain Andy Flower is also considered one of the frontrunners. Flower remains England's most successful modern-era coach, having led the side to three Ashes series victories and the no 1 Test ranking. He has also enjoyed notable success in franchise cricket, including back-to-back IPL titles with Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Richard Dawson, currently serving as Glamorgan's head coach, is another serious contender after earning praise for his tactical expertise and coaching achievements at both county and international levels. Other names linked with the vacancy include Sri Lanka legend Kumar Sangakkara, England Lions coach Andrew Flintoff, Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson, and former Australia coach Justin Langer.

Rahul Dravid is among the leading contenders to replace Brendon McCullum as England's Test coach, though reports say he prefers not to coach full-time

Will Rahul Dravid replace Brendon McCullum as England's Test coach? Here's what the report says

Rahul Dravid, India's T20 World Cup winning former coach, is now part owner of a T20 franchise team. Dravid is co-owner of Dublin Guardians - one of the six teams in the European T20 Premier League (ETPL). The tournament, sanctioned by the International Cricket Council (ICC), has been launched in partnership with Cricket Ireland, Cricket Scotland and the Royal Dutch Cricket Association, features teams from Dublin, Belfast, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Rotterdam and Amsterdam. This is also the first ICC-sanctioned multi-country tournament in Europe, which is set to be launched in August 2026.<h2>What Dravid said about owning a team in ETPL?</h2>In a statement after Dravid was unveiled as the co-owner Dublin franchise, the former India skipper said: "What attracted me to ETPL was the larger vision behind it, the opportunity to help grow cricket in Europe by strengthening grassroots development and creating pathways for emerging talent across Ireland and Europe. Dublin already has a passionate cricketing community and enormous potential for growth. Nurturing the next generation has always been important to me, and I believe ETPL can play a meaningful role in that journey."Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-fell-short-of-planning-pbks-skipper-shreyas-iyer-concedes-after-fourth-consecutive-loss-1778564986848">IPL 2026 | 'Fell short of planning:' PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer concedes after fourth consecutive loss</a><h2>Who are the other owners in ETPL apart from Dravid?</h2>Apart from Dravid being the co-owner of Dublin Guardians, several former and current cricketers own the teams in the league co-owned by Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan. Below is the list of other co-owners and franchises in the ETPLGlenn Maxwell (currently Australia cricketer) is co-owner of Irish Wolves. Steve Waugh (former Australia skipper) is co-owner of Amsterdam Flames. Nathan McCullum and Kyle Mills (former New Zealand cricketers) are owners of Edinburgh Castle Rockers. Chris Gayle (former West Indies player) is co-owner of Glasgow Cosmic. Jonty Rhodes, Faf du Plessis and Heinrich Klaasen (SA players) are owners of Rotterdam Dockers.

The ETPL features six teams -  Dublin, Belfast, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Rotterdam and Amsterdam. This is also the first ICC-sanctioned multi-country tournament in Europe, which is set to be launched in August 2026.

Rahul Dravid, India's T20 World Cup winning former coach, is now part owner of a T20 franchise team. Dravid is co-owner of Dublin Guardians - one of the six teams in the European T20 Premier League (ETPL). The tournament, sanctioned by the International Cricket Council (ICC), has been launched in partnership with Cricket Ireland, Cricket Scotland and the Royal Dutch Cricket Association, features teams from Dublin, Belfast, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Rotterdam and Amsterdam. This is also the first ICC-sanctioned multi-country tournament in Europe, which is set to be launched in August 2026. What Dravid said about owning a team in ETPL? In a statement after Dravid was unveiled as the co-owner Dublin franchise, the former India skipper said: "What attracted me to ETPL was the larger vision behind it, the opportunity to help grow cricket in Europe by strengthening grassroots development and creating pathways for emerging talent across Ireland and Europe. Dublin already has a passionate cricketing community and enormous potential for growth. Nurturing the next generation has always been important to me, and I believe ETPL can play a meaningful role in that journey." Also Read - IPL 2026 | 'Fell short of planning:' PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer concedes after fourth consecutive loss Who are the other owners in ETPL apart from Dravid? Apart from Dravid being the co-owner of Dublin Guardians, several former and current cricketers own the teams in the league co-owned by Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan. Below is the list of other co-owners and franchises in the ETPL Glenn Maxwell (currently Australia cricketer) is co-owner of Irish Wolves. Steve Waugh (former Australia skipper) is co-owner of Amsterdam Flames. Nathan McCullum and Kyle Mills (former New Zealand cricketers) are owners of Edinburgh Castle Rockers. Chris Gayle (former West Indies player) is co-owner of Glasgow Cosmic. Jonty Rhodes, Faf du Plessis and Heinrich Klaasen (SA players) are owners of Rotterdam Dockers.

The ETPL features six teams - &nbsp;Dublin, Belfast, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Rotterdam and Amsterdam. This is also the first ICC-sanctioned multi-country tournament in Europe, which is set to be launched in August 2026.

What is ETPL? Rahul Dravid is co-owner of Dublin Guardians - Who are the other owners and which are the other teams?

A total of eight batters have outscored the opposition in IPL history with Chris Gayle doing it twice. MI's Tilak Varma joined the list on April 20 in IPL 2026 when he scored 101 not out out of MI's 199/5 in 20 overs. In reply, GT were bowled out for just 100 - one run short for Varma. 

A total of eight batters have outscored the opposition in IPL history with Chris Gayle doing it twice. MI's Tilak Varma joined the list on April 20 in IPL 2026 when he scored 101 not out out of MI's 199/5 in 20 overs. In reply, GT were bowled out for just 100 - one run short for Varma.&nbsp;

'Outscoring opposition in IPL': Tilak Varma latest batter in list featuring Rahul Dravid

Tilak Varma scored in maiden IPL hundred on Monday (Apr 20) as Mumbai Indians (MI) snapped their four-match losing streak with a 99-run win against Gujarat Titans (GT) in IPL 2026 in Ahmedabad. Tilak finished at 101 unbeaten off 45 ball - joint-fastest hundred in the franchise history - as MI scored 199/5 in 20 overs. Chasing 200, GT were bowled out for 100 runs - one less than Tilak's 101 - making him the eighth batter in IPL to outscore the opposition in an innings. The last time a batter outscored the opposition in IPL was when KL Rahul scored 132 not out for Punjab Kings (then Kings XI Punjab) in 2020 against RCB which were bowled out for 109. Who all has outscored opposition in IPL history?There are a total of nine batters who have outscored opposition team in an IPL match with MI's Tilak Varma being the latest addition to the lite list. Below are all the batters who have done the same in IPL's 19-year history:Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/shapoor-zadran-admitted-to-icu-in-delhi-hospital-as-former-afghanistan-pacer-fights-rare-disease-hemophagocytic-lymphohistiocytosis-hlh-1776697699583">Ex-AFG quick Shapoor Zadran admitted to ICU in Delhi Hospital for rare disease</a>Brendon McCullum - The former New Zealand batter scored 158 not out in inaugural match of IPL history on April 18, 2008 for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). In response to KKR's 222/3, RCB were bowled out for just 82 - 76 runs less than McCullum's score.Rahul Dravid - The former India skipper scored 66 off 48 balls for RCB on April 18 in IPL 2009 as they posted 133/8 in 20 overs. In reply, Rajasthan Royals were bowled out for just 58 - eight runs less than Dravid's score.Chris Gayle - The Universe Boss was on song during his 175 not out - highest individual score in tournament history - for RCB on April 23 in IPL 2013 as they posted a mammoth 263/5. In reply, now-defunct Pune Warriors India (PWI) managed only 133/9 - 42 runs less than Gayle's score.Chris Gayle - The WI batter once more outscored the opposition when he hit 117 for RCB on May 6 in IPL 2015 as the team scored 226/3. In the chase, Punjab Kings (then Kings XI Punjab) were bowled out for 88 - 29 short of Gayle's score.AB de Villiers - The former Protea batter scored 129 not out on May 14 in IPL 2016 for RCB as the scored 248/3 in 20 overs. During the chase, now defunct Gujarat Lions were bowled out for 104 - 25 runs less than ABD's score.Virat Kohli - In the same match where AB de Villiers scored 129 not out, Virat Kohli scored 109 off RCB's 248/3 in 20 overs on May 14 in IPL 2016. The opposition Gujarat Lions were dismissed for 104 - five runs less than Kohli's score.Jonny Bairstow - The England batter, on March 31 in IPL 2019, scored 114 runs for SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) as they scored 231/2 in 20 overs. In reply, RCB were bowled out for 113 runs - one less than Bairstow's total score.KL Rahul - The India batter scored 132 not out for for Punjab Kings (then Kings XI Punjab) on September 20 in IPL 2020 as the team scored 206/3. In reply, RCB were bowled out for 109 runs - 23 runs less than Rahul's score.Tilak Varma - The Indian youngster joined the list on April 20 in IPL 2026 when he scored 101 not out out of MI's 199/5 in 20 overs. In reply, Gujarat Titans were bowled out for just 100 runs - one run short for Varma's individual score.&nbsp;

The last time a batter outscored the opposition in IPL was when KL Rahul scored 132 not out for Punjab Kings (then Kings XI Punjab) in 2020 against RCB which were bowled out for 109. A total of nine batters have achieved the feat in tournament history with Tilak Varma being the latest.

Tilak Varma scored in maiden IPL hundred on Monday (Apr 20) as Mumbai Indians (MI) snapped their four-match losing streak with a 99-run win against Gujarat Titans (GT) in IPL 2026 in Ahmedabad. Tilak finished at 101 unbeaten off 45 ball - joint-fastest hundred in the franchise history - as MI scored 199/5 in 20 overs. Chasing 200, GT were bowled out for 100 runs - one less than Tilak's 101 - making him the eighth batter in IPL to outscore the opposition in an innings. The last time a batter outscored the opposition in IPL was when KL Rahul scored 132 not out for Punjab Kings (then Kings XI Punjab) in 2020 against RCB which were bowled out for 109. Who all has outscored opposition in IPL history? There are a total of nine batters who have outscored opposition team in an IPL match with MI's Tilak Varma being the latest addition to the lite list. Below are all the batters who have done the same in IPL's 19-year history: Also Read - Ex-AFG quick Shapoor Zadran admitted to ICU in Delhi Hospital for rare disease Brendon McCullum - The former New Zealand batter scored 158 not out in inaugural match of IPL history on April 18, 2008 for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). In response to KKR's 222/3, RCB were bowled out for just 82 - 76 runs less than McCullum's score. Rahul Dravid - The former India skipper scored 66 off 48 balls for RCB on April 18 in IPL 2009 as they posted 133/8 in 20 overs. In reply, Rajasthan Royals were bowled out for just 58 - eight runs less than Dravid's score. Chris Gayle - The Universe Boss was on song during his 175 not out - highest individual score in tournament history - for RCB on April 23 in IPL 2013 as they posted a mammoth 263/5. In reply, now-defunct Pune Warriors India (PWI) managed only 133/9 - 42 runs less than Gayle's score. Chris Gayle - The WI batter once more outscored the opposition when he hit 117 for RCB on May 6 in IPL 2015 as the team scored 226/3. In the chase, Punjab Kings (then Kings XI Punjab) were bowled out for 88 - 29 short of Gayle's score. AB de Villiers - The former Protea batter scored 129 not out on May 14 in IPL 2016 for RCB as the scored 248/3 in 20 overs. During the chase, now defunct Gujarat Lions were bowled out for 104 - 25 runs less than ABD's score. Virat Kohli - In the same match where AB de Villiers scored 129 not out, Virat Kohli scored 109 off RCB's 248/3 in 20 overs on May 14 in IPL 2016. The opposition Gujarat Lions were dismissed for 104 - five runs less than Kohli's score. Jonny Bairstow - The England batter, on March 31 in IPL 2019, scored 114 runs for SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) as they scored 231/2 in 20 overs. In reply, RCB were bowled out for 113 runs - one less than Bairstow's total score. KL Rahul - The India batter scored 132 not out for for Punjab Kings (then Kings XI Punjab) on September 20 in IPL 2020 as the team scored 206/3. In reply, RCB were bowled out for 109 runs - 23 runs less than Rahul's score. Tilak Varma - The Indian youngster joined the list on April 20 in IPL 2026 when he scored 101 not out out of MI's 199/5 in 20 overs. In reply, Gujarat Titans were bowled out for just 100 runs - one run short for Varma's individual score.

The last time a batter outscored the opposition in IPL was when KL Rahul scored 132 not out for Punjab Kings (then Kings XI Punjab) in 2020 against RCB which were bowled out for 109. A total of eight batters have achieved the feat in tournament history with Tilak Varma being the latest.

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India's star opener Sanju Samson shared a story about Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s conversation with coach Rahul Dravid during the Indian Premier League 2025. Last year, in an match against Lucknow Super Giants, Sooryavanshi created history by becoming the youngest player to debut in the IPL at just 14 years and 23 days, representing Rajasthan Royals.&nbsp;Samson said Dravid called the young batter for a discussion before the game and wanted to guide him because he was so young. During the meeting, Dravid asked Sooryavanshi about his plan for the match and the youngster replied very casually, saying he would just play his natural game. He added that if the first ball came in his hitting area, he would try to hit it in the air.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-great-opportunity-for-us-shubman-gill-opens-up-on-india-s-plans-for-2027-odi-world-cup-1773638797980">‘Great opportunity for us’: Shubman Gill opens up on India’s plans for 2027 ODI World Cup</a>&nbsp;Samson explained that Sooryavanshi seemed completely relaxed and confident, almost as if he was playing a video game in his own world. Dravid had asked him about his game plan, but the teenager simply said he would play his shots and not think too much.&nbsp;“I meant I was there in the meeting. So, Rahul Sir invited him to the room. Sir said, ‘Sanju, we need to talk to him. He’s a very young kid; we have to tell him how to go about it’,” Samson said at the Naman Awards in New Delhi.&nbsp;“So, Rahul Sir asked him, ‘Vaibhav, what’s the plan?’ Vaibhav said, “There’s nothing special, Sir. I’ll play, that’s it”. Dravid asked ‘What’s your game plan?’&nbsp;“Vaibhav said, “if I get the first ball in my zone, I’ll take the aerial route”. That’s exactly what he did actually. He’s playing a video game of his own,” Samson added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ban-vs-pak-3rd-odi-salman-ali-agha-s-106-in-vain-as-bangladesh-defeat-pakistan-by-11-runs-win-series-2-1-1773594553242">Salman Ali Agha’s 106 in vain as BAN defeat PAK by 11 runs, win series 2-1</a><h3>Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s performance in IPL 2025&nbsp;</h3>Sooryavanshi was bought by Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2025 mega auction for INR 1.10 crore when he was only 13. During the 2025 season, Sooryavanshi played seven matches, scoring 252 runs at an average of 36 and an impressive strike rate of 206.55, with a highest score of 101. His performances quickly marked him as one of the most promising young talents in world cricket.&nbsp;The left-handed batter also made history by scoring 101 off just 38 balls against Gujarat Titans at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. This knock became the fastest IPL century by an Indian and the second-fastest overall in the league.

Sooryavanshi was bought by Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2025 mega auction for INR 1.10 crore when he was only 13. During the 2025 season, he played seven matches and scored 252 runs at an average of 36 and an impressive strike rate of 206.55.

India's star opener Sanju Samson shared a story about Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s conversation with coach Rahul Dravid during the Indian Premier League 2025. Last year, in an match against Lucknow Super Giants, Sooryavanshi created history by becoming the youngest player to debut in the IPL at just 14 years and 23 days, representing Rajasthan Royals. Samson said Dravid called the young batter for a discussion before the game and wanted to guide him because he was so young. During the meeting, Dravid asked Sooryavanshi about his plan for the match and the youngster replied very casually, saying he would just play his natural game. He added that if the first ball came in his hitting area, he would try to hit it in the air. Also Read - ‘Great opportunity for us’: Shubman Gill opens up on India’s plans for 2027 ODI World Cup Samson explained that Sooryavanshi seemed completely relaxed and confident, almost as if he was playing a video game in his own world. Dravid had asked him about his game plan, but the teenager simply said he would play his shots and not think too much. “I meant I was there in the meeting. So, Rahul Sir invited him to the room. Sir said, ‘Sanju, we need to talk to him. He’s a very young kid; we have to tell him how to go about it’,” Samson said at the Naman Awards in New Delhi. “So, Rahul Sir asked him, ‘Vaibhav, what’s the plan?’ Vaibhav said, “There’s nothing special, Sir. I’ll play, that’s it”. Dravid asked ‘What’s your game plan?’ “Vaibhav said, “if I get the first ball in my zone, I’ll take the aerial route”. That’s exactly what he did actually. He’s playing a video game of his own,” Samson added. Also Read - Salman Ali Agha’s 106 in vain as BAN defeat PAK by 11 runs, win series 2-1 Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s performance in IPL 2025 Sooryavanshi was bought by Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2025 mega auction for INR 1.10 crore when he was only 13. During the 2025 season, Sooryavanshi played seven matches, scoring 252 runs at an average of 36 and an impressive strike rate of 206.55, with a highest score of 101. His performances quickly marked him as one of the most promising young talents in world cricket. The left-handed batter also made history by scoring 101 off just 38 balls against Gujarat Titans at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. This knock became the fastest IPL century by an Indian and the second-fastest overall in the league.

Sooryavanshi was bought by Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2025 mega auction for INR 1.10 crore when he was only 13. During the 2025 season, he played seven matches and scored 252 runs at an average of 36 and an impressive strike rate of 206.55.

‘I’ll take the aerial route’: Sanju Samson reveals Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s chat with Rahul Dravid

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA), led by Venkatesh Prasad, has named two stands at Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium after Anil Kumble and Rahul Dravid. The decision honours their outstanding service to both Karnataka and Indian cricket. Kumble is India’s leading wicket-taker in Tests and One-Day Internationals, with 953 wickets in 401 international matches. Dravid ranks second in India’s all-time Test run list after Sachin Tendulkar. He scored 24,064 runs in 504 international matches and hit 48 centuries. Both players also captained the national team during their successful careers.&nbsp;&nbsp;Reacting to the honour, Kumble said the honour reflects the teamwork and shared effort that built Karnataka cricket. He explained that the tribute is not just about having their names on the stands, but about their contributions becoming a permanent part of the stadium’s history.&nbsp;&nbsp;"I don't think it would be out of turn to state that all our contributions have made Karnataka cricket what it is, just as Karnataka cricket is what has made all of us," Kumble was quoted as saying in a media release.&nbsp;"It's not really about whose name is on which stand. It's truly special that all the contributions have been recognized and are now permanently etched in the stadium."&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/nz-vs-sa-t20-world-cup-2026-match-24-check-live-streaming-details-head-to-head-pitch-weather-report-1770975740522">NZ vs SA, T20 World Cup 2026 Match 24: Check live streaming details, head-to-head, pitch &amp; weather report</a>&nbsp;The stadium will also have a stand named after former India women’s captain Shantha Rangaswamy. Kumble added that he was happy that Dravid and Rangaswamy were also being honoured for their valuable service to Karnataka and Indian cricket.&nbsp;&nbsp;"It's really nice that my cricketing colleague Rahul Dravid and Shantha Rangaswamy also being recognized for their massive contributions to Karnataka and Indian cricket. Congratulations to all of you," Kumble added.&nbsp;Rangaswamy was the first Indian woman to score a century in Test cricket and played an important role in the growth of women’s cricket in India. In 16 Tests and 19 women’s One-Day Internationals between 1976 and 1991, she scored 1,037 runs, with one century and seven half-centuries.&nbsp;&nbsp;Last October, she was elected as president of the Indian Cricketers’ Association, continuing her long association with the sport.

The stadium will also feature a stand named after former India women’s captain Shantha Rangaswamy. She was the first Indian woman to score a century in Test cricket and played an important role in the growth and development of women’s cricket in India.

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA), led by Venkatesh Prasad, has named two stands at Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium after Anil Kumble and Rahul Dravid. The decision honours their outstanding service to both Karnataka and Indian cricket. Kumble is India’s leading wicket-taker in Tests and One-Day Internationals, with 953 wickets in 401 international matches. Dravid ranks second in India’s all-time Test run list after Sachin Tendulkar. He scored 24,064 runs in 504 international matches and hit 48 centuries. Both players also captained the national team during their successful careers. Reacting to the honour, Kumble said the honour reflects the teamwork and shared effort that built Karnataka cricket. He explained that the tribute is not just about having their names on the stands, but about their contributions becoming a permanent part of the stadium’s history. "I don't think it would be out of turn to state that all our contributions have made Karnataka cricket what it is, just as Karnataka cricket is what has made all of us," Kumble was quoted as saying in a media release. "It's not really about whose name is on which stand. It's truly special that all the contributions have been recognized and are now permanently etched in the stadium." Also Read - NZ vs SA, T20 World Cup 2026 Match 24: Check live streaming details, head-to-head, pitch & weather report The stadium will also have a stand named after former India women’s captain Shantha Rangaswamy. Kumble added that he was happy that Dravid and Rangaswamy were also being honoured for their valuable service to Karnataka and Indian cricket. "It's really nice that my cricketing colleague Rahul Dravid and Shantha Rangaswamy also being recognized for their massive contributions to Karnataka and Indian cricket. Congratulations to all of you," Kumble added. Rangaswamy was the first Indian woman to score a century in Test cricket and played an important role in the growth of women’s cricket in India. In 16 Tests and 19 women’s One-Day Internationals between 1976 and 1991, she scored 1,037 runs, with one century and seven half-centuries. Last October, she was elected as president of the Indian Cricketers’ Association, continuing her long association with the sport.

The stadium will also feature a stand named after former India women’s captain Shantha Rangaswamy. She was the first Indian woman to score a century in Test cricket and played an important role in the growth and development of women’s cricket in India.

Anil Kumble and Rahul Dravid to be honoured with stands at Chinnaswamy Stadium

Former India coach Rahul Dravid says that the lack of time for preparation is causing troubles for the Indian batters in Test cricket. The statement comes after India's home Test series loss to New Zeland in 2024, Border-Gavasker Trophy (BGT) in Australia in Dec 2024-Jan 2025, and most recently vs South Africa at home last year. Dravid also noted that the problem is bigger for the all format players as well as the players who are playing more cricket including for franchises. He noted that paying Tests requires skill and it takes time to develop those skills.<h2>Rahul Dravid reveals why India batters are struggling in Test cricket</h2>"There were times when we would get to a Test match three to four days before the match, and then when we start practising for the Test match, [and] when you look back at the last time that some of these guys had actually hit a red ball, it might have been four months ago or five months ago," he said during a book launch in Bengaluru on Tuesday (Jan 27).Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/icc-t20i-rankings-suryakumar-yadav-jumps-five-spots-to-seventh-abhishek-stays-on-top-1769591581766">ICC T20I Rankings: Suryakumar jumps five spots to seventh, Abhishek stays on top</a>"That's become really a challenge, how do you almost find the time to be able to develop some of the skills that are hard. To play on turning tracks, or play on seaming wickets, doing that for hours and hours in a Test match is not easy. It requires skill."Now, one of the things that has become a bit tougher in red-ball cricket is a lot of our guys who play all the three formats, or who play the amount of cricket that they are playing, sometimes don't have the time to be able to practise red-ball cricket as much," the former coach added.<h2>How is India performing in WTC 2025-27 Cycle</h2>India currently sit at sixth place in the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle with just four wins in nine Tests. The Shubman Gill-led side has lost four matches and drew one as well. India started the current WTC cycle with Gill as new captain. They first travelled to England for a five-Test series which ended with 2-2 result. India then faced West Indies at home and the won the two-Test series 2-0. In the most recent Test series against South Africa, also at home, India lost both the matches and lost 0-2.

Dravid also noted that the problem is bigger for the all format players as well as the players who are playing more cricket including for franchises. He noted that paying Tests requires skill and it takes time to develop those skills.

Former India coach Rahul Dravid says that the lack of time for preparation is causing troubles for the Indian batters in Test cricket. The statement comes after India's home Test series loss to New Zeland in 2024, Border-Gavasker Trophy (BGT) in Australia in Dec 2024-Jan 2025, and most recently vs South Africa at home last year. Dravid also noted that the problem is bigger for the all format players as well as the players who are playing more cricket including for franchises. He noted that paying Tests requires skill and it takes time to develop those skills. Rahul Dravid reveals why India batters are struggling in Test cricket "There were times when we would get to a Test match three to four days before the match, and then when we start practising for the Test match, [and] when you look back at the last time that some of these guys had actually hit a red ball, it might have been four months ago or five months ago," he said during a book launch in Bengaluru on Tuesday (Jan 27). Also Read: ICC T20I Rankings: Suryakumar jumps five spots to seventh, Abhishek stays on top "That's become really a challenge, how do you almost find the time to be able to develop some of the skills that are hard. To play on turning tracks, or play on seaming wickets, doing that for hours and hours in a Test match is not easy. It requires skill. "Now, one of the things that has become a bit tougher in red-ball cricket is a lot of our guys who play all the three formats, or who play the amount of cricket that they are playing, sometimes don't have the time to be able to practise red-ball cricket as much," the former coach added. How is India performing in WTC 2025-27 Cycle India currently sit at sixth place in the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle with just four wins in nine Tests. The Shubman Gill-led side has lost four matches and drew one as well. India started the current WTC cycle with Gill as new captain. They first travelled to England for a five-Test series which ended with 2-2 result. India then faced West Indies at home and the won the two-Test series 2-0. In the most recent Test series against South Africa, also at home, India lost both the matches and lost 0-2.

Dravid also noted that the problem is bigger for the all format players as well as the players who are playing more cricket including for franchises. He noted that paying Tests requires skill and it takes time to develop those skills.

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From Joe Root to Rahul Dravid here is a list of five fielders with most catches in Test cricket. The list also features legendary names like Steve Smith, Mahela Jayawardene and Jacques Kallis. 

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From Wasim Jaffer to Rahul Dravid here is a look at five Indian batters with highest individual Test score at Eden Gardens. The list has some legendary names including VVS Laxman, Mohammad Azharuddin and Sunil Gavaskar as the latest series against South Africa is set to take centre stage.

From Wasim Jaffer to Rahul Dravid, 5 Indian batters with highest individual Test score at Eden Gardens

From VVS Laxman to Sachin Tendulkar here is a look at five batters with most Test runs at Eden Gardens. The list also features the likes of Rahul Dravid, Mohammad Azharuddin and Dilip Vengsarkar as the latest series between India and South Africa is set to kickoff. 

From VVS Laxman to Sachin Tendulkar here is a look at five batters with most Test runs at Eden Gardens. The list also features the likes of Rahul Dravid, Mohammad Azharuddin and Dilip Vengsarkar as the latest series between India and South Africa is set to kickoff.

From VVS Laxman to Sachin Tendulkar, 5 batters with most Test runs at Eden Gardens

From Sachin Tendulkar to Rahul Dravid here is a look at five Indian batters with most runs vs South Africa in Tests. The list also features prominent names like Virat Kohli, Virender Sehwag and VVS Laxman as the latest series between India and South Africa is set to roll in. 

From Sachin Tendulkar to Rahul Dravid here is a look at five Indian batters with most runs vs South Africa in Tests. The list also features prominent names like Virat Kohli, Virender Sehwag and VVS Laxman as the latest series between India and South Africa is set to roll in.&nbsp;

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Former India coach Rahul Dravid, who left the position after India's T20 World Cup win in 2024, has credited Rohit Sharma for the evolution of India's T20 cricket team. Notably, Rohit also retired from T20Is following the WC victory. Under Rohit, who took over the captaincy from Rohit, India decided to play an aggressive brand of cricket which eventually helped them win their second T20 World Cup after winning the first one in 2007. While Dravid was replaced by Gautam Gambhir as the head coach, Suryakumar Yadav replaced Rohit as India T20I skipper.<h2>What Dravid said about Rohit as T20I captain?</h2>"From the time I came in, a lot of the discussion with Rohit was around how we wanted to play a more aggressive brand of cricket, and we tried (to do just that)," said the former heard coach during a chat show Breakfast with Champions. While Dravid is credited with ending India's ICC trophy drought, he credited players and the leader for the success India achieved under him.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/why-india-and-australia-women-players-wearing-black-armbands-in-semi-final-match-on-thursday-october-30-1761822923728">WWC 2025: Why are India and Australia players wearing black armbands in semi</a>"It has to be driven by the leaders, right? It has to be driven by the captain. It has to be driven by the players because they’ve got to "do it, right? They’ve got to take the risks. You might be giving them a certain amount of security, but in the end, they are the ones who’ve got to take those chances, take those risks,” Dravid added.<h2>How's India doing after Dravid and Rohit's departure</h2>Since Dravid quit as the coach and India named Surya as the captain, the team has played 28 T20Is - winning 22 and losing three while two being tied but one match was abandoned. Currently, India are in Australia for the five-match T20I series. The first match of the series was abandoned due to rain with next match set to be played on Friday (Oct 31).

Since Dravid quit as the coach and India named Surya as the captain, the team has played 28 T20Is - winning 22 and losing three while two being tied but one match was abandoned. Currently, India are in Australia for the five-match T20I series.

Former India coach Rahul Dravid, who left the position after India's T20 World Cup win in 2024, has credited Rohit Sharma for the evolution of India's T20 cricket team. Notably, Rohit also retired from T20Is following the WC victory. Under Rohit, who took over the captaincy from Rohit, India decided to play an aggressive brand of cricket which eventually helped them win their second T20 World Cup after winning the first one in 2007. While Dravid was replaced by Gautam Gambhir as the head coach, Suryakumar Yadav replaced Rohit as India T20I skipper. What Dravid said about Rohit as T20I captain? "From the time I came in, a lot of the discussion with Rohit was around how we wanted to play a more aggressive brand of cricket, and we tried (to do just that)," said the former heard coach during a chat show Breakfast with Champions. While Dravid is credited with ending India's ICC trophy drought, he credited players and the leader for the success India achieved under him. Also Read - WWC 2025: Why are India and Australia players wearing black armbands in semi "It has to be driven by the leaders, right? It has to be driven by the captain. It has to be driven by the players because they’ve got to "do it, right? They’ve got to take the risks. You might be giving them a certain amount of security, but in the end, they are the ones who’ve got to take those chances, take those risks,” Dravid added. How's India doing after Dravid and Rohit's departure Since Dravid quit as the coach and India named Surya as the captain, the team has played 28 T20Is - winning 22 and losing three while two being tied but one match was abandoned. Currently, India are in Australia for the five-match T20I series. The first match of the series was abandoned due to rain with next match set to be played on Friday (Oct 31).

Since Dravid quit as the coach and India named Surya as the captain, the team has played 28 T20Is - winning 22 and losing three while two being tied but one match was abandoned. Currently, India are in Australia for the five-match T20I series.

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From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli here is a look at five Indian players with most international appearances. The honourable list is led by Sachin Tendulkar with 664 appearances for India while MS Dhoni and Rahul Dravid are also part of it. 

From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli here is a look at five Indian players with most international appearances. The honourable list is led by Sachin Tendulkar with 664 appearances for India while MS Dhoni and Rahul Dravid are also part of it.&nbsp;

From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian players with most international appearances

From Rahul Dravid to VVS Laxman here is a list of five Indian batters with most Test runs since 2000. The list also has mentions of Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag and former India captain Virat Kohli. 

From Rahul Dravid to VVS Laxman here is a list of five Indian batters with most Test runs since 2000. The list also has mentions of Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag and former India captain Virat Kohli.&nbsp;

From Rahul Dravid to VVS Laxman, 5 Indian batters with most Test runs since 2000

From Sachin Tendulkar to Virat Kohli here is a look at five Indian batters with Test most runs vs South Africa. The list also features the likes of Rahul Dravid, VVS Laxman and Virender Sehwag. 

From Sachin Tendulkar to Virat Kohli here is a look at five Indian batters with Test most runs vs South Africa. The list also features the likes of Rahul Dravid, VVS Laxman and Virender Sehwag.&nbsp;

From Sachin Tendulkar to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with Test most runs vs South Africa

From MS Dhoni to VVS Laxman, here is a look at five shocking names that have picked international wickets. The shocking list consists of names like Brian Lara, Rahul Dravid and Ricky Ponting as they too have international wickets to their name.

From MS Dhoni to VVS Laxman, here is a look at five shocking names that have picked international wickets. The shocking list consists of names like Brian Lara, Rahul Dravid and Ricky Ponting as they too have international wickets to their name.

From MS Dhoni to VVS Laxman, 5 shocking names who have international wickets to their name

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here is a look at five unique Indian batters with 2000+ international runs in a calendar year. The list also features legendary batters like Rahul Dravid, Sourav Ganguly and Sachin Tendulkar.

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here is a look at five unique Indian batters with 2000+ international runs in a calendar year. The list also features legendary batters like Rahul Dravid, Sourav Ganguly and Sachin Tendulkar.

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, 5 unique Indian batters with 2000+ international runs in a calendar year

Former India cricketer Rahul Dravid stepped down as the head coach of Rajasthan Royals on Saturday, Aug 30. Despite being offered a broader role in the franchise’s leadership, Dravid chose to decline. This marks the end of his impactful tenure with the team, which began in 2011. Dravid’s resignation from Rajasthan Royals comes at a time when his career, both on and off the field, continues to flourish. His estimated net worth in 2025 is around Rs 320 crore ($40 million), reflecting his successful transition from player to coach and brand ambassador.&nbsp;Apart from his role as head coach of the Indian cricket team, where he earned Rs 12 crore annually, Dravid also made significant earnings through his IPL coaching role with Rajasthan Royals, which brought him around Rs 5 crore for the 2025 season. Despite stepping down, his coaching income remains a major source of wealth.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/lalit-modi-drops-harbhajan-sreesanth-slap-video-from-ipl-2008-watch-now-1756463607630">Lalit Modi drops Harbhajan–Sreesanth slap video from IPL 2008 – Watch now</a>&nbsp;In addition to his coaching salary, Dravid has long been a sought-after figure for endorsements. The former India head coach's brand portfolio includes high-profile names like Reebok, Pepsi, HDFC Life, and PUMA, which bring in approximately Rs 3.5 crore annually.&nbsp;Dravid also invests wisely in real estate. He owns a luxurious bungalow in Bengaluru’s Indiranagar, which is valued at Rs 10 crore. His car collection includes high-end models like a Porsche 911 Carrera S and a Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, showcasing his refined taste.&nbsp;Dravid’s financial success reflects his strategic approach to life after cricket. His post-retirement ventures, including selective brand partnerships and wise investments, have enabled him to maintain a steady income stream. With his wealth continuing to grow, Dravid’s legacy extends beyond cricket, marking him as one of India’s wealthiest sports icons.&nbsp;

Rahul Dravid’s net worth in 2025 reflects his successful career as a coach, brand ambassador, and investor. His wealth comes from coaching roles, endorsements, and valuable assets.

Former India cricketer Rahul Dravid stepped down as the head coach of Rajasthan Royals on Saturday, Aug 30. Despite being offered a broader role in the franchise’s leadership, Dravid chose to decline. This marks the end of his impactful tenure with the team, which began in 2011. Dravid’s resignation from Rajasthan Royals comes at a time when his career, both on and off the field, continues to flourish. His estimated net worth in 2025 is around Rs 320 crore ($40 million), reflecting his successful transition from player to coach and brand ambassador. Apart from his role as head coach of the Indian cricket team, where he earned Rs 12 crore annually, Dravid also made significant earnings through his IPL coaching role with Rajasthan Royals, which brought him around Rs 5 crore for the 2025 season. Despite stepping down, his coaching income remains a major source of wealth. Also read | Lalit Modi drops Harbhajan–Sreesanth slap video from IPL 2008 – Watch now In addition to his coaching salary, Dravid has long been a sought-after figure for endorsements. The former India head coach's brand portfolio includes high-profile names like Reebok, Pepsi, HDFC Life, and PUMA, which bring in approximately Rs 3.5 crore annually. Dravid also invests wisely in real estate. He owns a luxurious bungalow in Bengaluru’s Indiranagar, which is valued at Rs 10 crore. His car collection includes high-end models like a Porsche 911 Carrera S and a Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, showcasing his refined taste. Dravid’s financial success reflects his strategic approach to life after cricket. His post-retirement ventures, including selective brand partnerships and wise investments, have enabled him to maintain a steady income stream. With his wealth continuing to grow, Dravid’s legacy extends beyond cricket, marking him as one of India’s wealthiest sports icons.

Rahul Dravid’s net worth in 2025 reflects his successful career as a coach, brand ambassador, and investor. His wealth comes from coaching roles, endorsements, and valuable assets.

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India batter <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/cheteshwar-pujara">Cheteshwar Pujara</a>, who recently announced his retirement from all formats, was one of the most difficult batters to be dismissed in world cricket. During his playing years 2010-2023, he troubled bowlers with his impregnable defence by dipping into his sea of concentration and patience. He was part of many memorable victories and saved numerous matches for India by absorbing not only pressure but playing infinite balls. His methods were equally effective in India and outside but he was at his absolute best in Australia - where he was the most difficult batter to be dismissed since the 1990s.<h2>Was Pujara better than Rahul Dravid at number 3 for India?</h2>When Pujara broke into the Indian side in 2010, the T20 cricket was starting to peak and the attacking brand of cricket was taking over every batter. It is at that time Pujara stayed true to his character and filled the biggest shoes left void by <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/rahul-dravid">Rahul 'The Wall' Dravid</a> in the Indian batting line up, especially in Test cricket. Pujara scored 6,529 runs at number three in Test cricket - only behind Dravid's 10,501 at the same position for India.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/shakib-becomes-1st-all-rounder-to-score-7000-runs-and-take-500-wickets-in-t20s-1756114114401">Shakib becomes 1st all-rounder to achieve THIS record in T20s</a>During the span of Pujara's career, 2010-2023, he played 16,217 balls - only behind England's Joe Root (19,562) and Alastair Cook (17,534), Aussie Steve Smith (16,495) and Pakistan's Azhar Ali (16,301). He was dismissed once every 98.3 balls in this period (5000 runs cut-off) - only four batters are ahead of him - Smith (113.8), Kiwi Kane Williamson (106.7), Ali (103.2) and Cook (101.4).Among India batters, Pujara sits atop the list of most difficult batters to be dismissed - ahead of Virat Kohli's 88 balls per dismissal and Ajinkya Rahane's 78.5 balls per dismissal among batters with more than 5000 Test runs from October 2010 to June 2023.<h2>Pujara most difficult to get out in Australia</h2>Since 1990 and with a 15-inning cut-off, Pujara was the most difficult batter to get out in Australia. He averaged 47.8 in 21 innings and took 126.5 balls to get out each time on an average - nearly 15 more than second best Gary Kirsten with 111.6 balls per dismissal. Pujara was tougher to get dismissed then Jacques Kallis (108 balls per dismissal), Dravid (105 balls per dismissal) and AB de Villiers (104.3 balls per dismissals).He finished his career with 7,195 runs in 103 Tests at an average of 43.60 with 19 hundreds, 35 fifties and a best of 206 not out.

Pujara was definitely better than not only Dravid but AB de Villers and Jacques Kallis in Australia - taking 126.5 balls per dismissal. Overall, he played 16,217 balls in his career - fifth most from October 2010 to June 2023.

India batter Cheteshwar Pujara, who recently announced his retirement from all formats, was one of the most difficult batters to be dismissed in world cricket. During his playing years 2010-2023, he troubled bowlers with his impregnable defence by dipping into his sea of concentration and patience. He was part of many memorable victories and saved numerous matches for India by absorbing not only pressure but playing infinite balls. His methods were equally effective in India and outside but he was at his absolute best in Australia - where he was the most difficult batter to be dismissed since the 1990s. Was Pujara better than Rahul Dravid at number 3 for India? When Pujara broke into the Indian side in 2010, the T20 cricket was starting to peak and the attacking brand of cricket was taking over every batter. It is at that time Pujara stayed true to his character and filled the biggest shoes left void by Rahul 'The Wall' Dravid in the Indian batting line up, especially in Test cricket. Pujara scored 6,529 runs at number three in Test cricket - only behind Dravid's 10,501 at the same position for India. Also Read - Shakib becomes 1st all-rounder to achieve THIS record in T20s During the span of Pujara's career, 2010-2023, he played 16,217 balls - only behind England's Joe Root (19,562) and Alastair Cook (17,534), Aussie Steve Smith (16,495) and Pakistan's Azhar Ali (16,301). He was dismissed once every 98.3 balls in this period (5000 runs cut-off) - only four batters are ahead of him - Smith (113.8), Kiwi Kane Williamson (106.7), Ali (103.2) and Cook (101.4). Among India batters, Pujara sits atop the list of most difficult batters to be dismissed - ahead of Virat Kohli's 88 balls per dismissal and Ajinkya Rahane's 78.5 balls per dismissal among batters with more than 5000 Test runs from October 2010 to June 2023. Pujara most difficult to get out in Australia Since 1990 and with a 15-inning cut-off, Pujara was the most difficult batter to get out in Australia. He averaged 47.8 in 21 innings and took 126.5 balls to get out each time on an average - nearly 15 more than second best Gary Kirsten with 111.6 balls per dismissal. Pujara was tougher to get dismissed then Jacques Kallis (108 balls per dismissal), Dravid (105 balls per dismissal) and AB de Villiers (104.3 balls per dismissals). He finished his career with 7,195 runs in 103 Tests at an average of 43.60 with 19 hundreds, 35 fifties and a best of 206 not out.

Pujara was definitely better than not only Dravid but AB de Villiers and Jacques Kallis in Australia - taking 126.5 balls per dismissal. Overall, he played 16,217 balls in his career - fifth most from October 2010 to June 2023.

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After Cheteshwar Pujara announced his retirement from all formats, here is a look at seven batters with the most runs for India in the Test format. The list features legendary names like Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, Rahul Dravid, Sunil Gavaskar, VVS Laxman, Virender Sehwag and Sourav Ganguly.

After Cheteshwar Pujara announced his retirement from all formats, here is a look at seven batters with the most runs for India in the Test format. The list features legendary names like Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, Rahul Dravid, Sunil Gavaskar, VVS Laxman Sehwag and Sourav Ganguly.

From Sachin Tendulkar to Virat Kohli, 7 batters with more Test runs than Cheteshwar Pujara

Ugly confrontations often make good stories, and former India opener Virender Sehwag is a pretty good storyteller. Recalling one of the instances from the past, when Australian great Greg Chappell was Team India’s head coach, Sehwag revealed the dressing room spat between the two over Sehwag’s bleak run with the bat. Recently speaking on a chat show, Sehwag revealed a conversation with Chappell, which later became ugly, only for then-Indian captain Rahul Dravid to intervene and separate the two. Sehwag admitted telling Dravid, ‘Ask your coach (Chappell) not to come near me.’&nbsp;Speaking on The Life Savers Show, Sehwag revealed (Chappell said to him), “If you don’t move your feet, you won’t score runs.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-ab-de-villiers-finds-shreyas-iyer-snub-as-weird-shares-thoughts-on-jasprit-bumrah-workload-management-1755964790199">Asia Cup: De Villiers finds Iyer’s snub as ‘weird’; shares thoughts on ‘Bumrah’s workload management’</a> &nbsp;Confident of his game, the dashing Indian opener reminded him of having scored over 6000 international runs with an average above 50, but Chappell was quick to respond, ‘Doesn’t matter.’ &nbsp;This conversation escalated, with Dravid intervening to pacify it. Even though Sehwag’s confidence and concentration remained intact, Chappell’s last warning (Make sure you score or I’ll drop you) before he walked out to bat motivated him to smash 184 by the end of two sessions. &nbsp;After returning to the pavilion, Sehwag told Dravid, ‘Tell your coach not to come near me,’ reflecting the mix of frustration and determination that helped fuel Sehwag’s knock.<h3>Sehwag’s glorious career &nbsp;</h3>There was none like Sehwag, never been. As much as he used to love taking the attack to the opposition from the ball one, he was equally good with his backfoot defence and against spin, making him a dangerous customer against even the best of bowlers. &nbsp;Although he peaked across formats, winning two ICC titles in each (2007 T20 WC and 2011 ODI WC), Sehwag was better off in Tests, in which he featured for India 104 times, scoring 8568 runs at an average close to 50 (49.34). He hit 23 hundreds, including two triple centuries – also the first ever and only Indian to date to achieve this feat.&nbsp; &nbsp;Even in the One-Dayers, Sehwag scored 8273 runs in 251 outings, hitting 15 tons, with his best being 219 against West Indies in 2011. Besides, Sehwag was the Indian captain in its first-ever T20I.&nbsp;

As much as he used to love taking the attack to the opposition from the ball one, he was equally good with his backfoot defence and against spin, making him a dangerous customer against even the best of bowlers.

Ugly confrontations often make good stories, and former India opener Virender Sehwag is a pretty good storyteller. Recalling one of the instances from the past, when Australian great Greg Chappell was Team India’s head coach, Sehwag revealed the dressing room spat between the two over Sehwag’s bleak run with the bat. Recently speaking on a chat show, Sehwag revealed a conversation with Chappell, which later became ugly, only for then-Indian captain Rahul Dravid to intervene and separate the two. Sehwag admitted telling Dravid, ‘Ask your coach (Chappell) not to come near me.’ Speaking on The Life Savers Show, Sehwag revealed (Chappell said to him), “If you don’t move your feet, you won’t score runs.” Also read | Asia Cup: De Villiers finds Iyer’s snub as ‘weird’; shares thoughts on ‘Bumrah’s workload management’ Confident of his game, the dashing Indian opener reminded him of having scored over 6000 international runs with an average above 50, but Chappell was quick to respond, ‘Doesn’t matter.’ This conversation escalated, with Dravid intervening to pacify it. Even though Sehwag’s confidence and concentration remained intact, Chappell’s last warning (Make sure you score or I’ll drop you) before he walked out to bat motivated him to smash 184 by the end of two sessions. After returning to the pavilion, Sehwag told Dravid, ‘Tell your coach not to come near me,’ reflecting the mix of frustration and determination that helped fuel Sehwag’s knock. Sehwag’s glorious career There was none like Sehwag, never been. As much as he used to love taking the attack to the opposition from the ball one, he was equally good with his backfoot defence and against spin, making him a dangerous customer against even the best of bowlers. Although he peaked across formats, winning two ICC titles in each (2007 T20 WC and 2011 ODI WC), Sehwag was better off in Tests, in which he featured for India 104 times, scoring 8568 runs at an average close to 50 (49.34). He hit 23 hundreds, including two triple centuries – also the first ever and only Indian to date to achieve this feat. Even in the One-Dayers, Sehwag scored 8273 runs in 251 outings, hitting 15 tons, with his best being 219 against West Indies in 2011. Besides, Sehwag was the Indian captain in its first-ever T20I.

As much as he used to love taking the attack to the opposition from the ball one, he was equally good with his backfoot defence and against spin, making him a dangerous customer against even the best of bowlers.

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From Sachin Tendulkar to Virat Kohli, here is a look at five Indian batters dismissed on 99 in ODIs. The unfortunate list consists of star names like K Srikkanth, VVS Laxman, Rahul Dravid and Rohit Sharma as well.

From Sachin Tendulkar to Virat Kohli, here is a look at five Indian batters dismissed on 99 in ODIs. The unfortunate list consists of star names like K Srikkanth, VVS Laxman, Rahul Dravid and Rohit Sharma as well.

From Sachin Tendulkar to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters dismissed on 99 in ODIs

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