<p>New Zealand's pace hit a massive speed-breaker after consistently losing wickets in the later stages of the play but still managed to get an above-par score by the end of the innings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After New Zealand lost the toss, Martin Guptill and Henry Nicholls opened for the Kiwis and put up a 96 runs stand for the first wicket.</p>

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<p>At one stage they were looking good at 142/1, aiming 300+ score, they lost 7 wickets in the next 55 runs. They set 274 as the target for the visiting side.</p>

<p>India's choice of bringing in Yuzvendra Chahal paid off as he scalped 3 wickets.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Henry Nicholls scored 41 runs off 59 balls, he was out after being lbw by Chahal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Martin Guptill continued his good form on Eden Park, Auckland. He scored his first half-century in 11 matches. He smashed 79 runs until he was run-out after a wrong call by Ross Taylor.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After that Kiwis had a collapse of wickets after Guptill's dismissal.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Fall of wickets:</strong> 93-1 (Henry Nicholls, 16.5), 142-2 (Tom Blundell, 26.3), 157-3 (Martin Guptill, 29.2), 171-4 (Tom Latham, 33.1), 175-5 (James Neesham, 34.2), 185-6 (Colin de Grandhomme, 36.6), 187-7 (Mark Chapman, 37.4), 197-8 (Tim Southee, 41.3)</p>

<p>Ross Taylor helped Kiwis survive a scare and continued his good form after scoring a half-century (73 runs) and his quick-fire &nbsp;76 runs partnership with debutant Kyle Jamieson helped New Zealand power to 273.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India have yet again struggled to bowl out the lower order, after their last wicket (Tim Southee) which fell on 197/8, Kiwis managed to get highest 9th wicket partnership at Auckland.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Highest 9th wicket partnership at Auckland:</strong><br />
76* R Taylor - K Jamieson v IND 2020<br />
54* G Larsen - C Pringle v AUS 1993<br />
35 C McMillan - D Vettori v AUS 2000</p>

<p><strong>Most runs in IND-NZ (ODIs)</strong>:<br />
1750 Sachin Tendulkar<br />
1373 Ross Taylor*<br />
1354 Virat Kohli<br />
1207 Nathan Astle<br />
1157 Virender Sehwag</p>

<p>India need 274 runs in 300 balls, with a required run-rate of 5.48.&nbsp;</p>


New Zealand's pace hit a massive speed-breaker after consistently losing wickets in the later stages of the play but still managed to get an above-par score by the end of the innings.

New Zealand's pace hit a massive speed-breaker after consistently losing wickets in the later stages of the play but still managed to get an above-par score by the end of the innings. After New Zealand lost the toss, Martin Guptill and Henry Nicholls opened for the Kiwis and put up a 96 runs stand for the first wicket. Overs 1-10: 52/0 Overs 11-20: 108/1 Overs 21-30: 159/3 Overs 31-40: 195/7 Overs 41-50: 273/8 Ross Taylor's 73* after Guptill's 79 has helped 🇳🇿 to a fighting total despite Indian bowling brilliance in the middle overs.#NZvIND pic.twitter.com/HJW3KSRkPd — ICC (@ICC) February 8, 2020 × At one stage they were looking good at 142/1, aiming 300+ score, they lost 7 wickets in the next 55 runs. They set 274 as the target for the visiting side. India's choice of bringing in Yuzvendra Chahal paid off as he scalped 3 wickets. Henry Nicholls scored 41 runs off 59 balls, he was out after being lbw by Chahal. Martin Guptill continued his good form on Eden Park, Auckland. He scored his first half-century in 11 matches. He smashed 79 runs until he was run-out after a wrong call by Ross Taylor. After that Kiwis had a collapse of wickets after Guptill's dismissal. Fall of wickets: 93-1 (Henry Nicholls, 16.5), 142-2 (Tom Blundell, 26.3), 157-3 (Martin Guptill, 29.2), 171-4 (Tom Latham, 33.1), 175-5 (James Neesham, 34.2), 185-6 (Colin de Grandhomme, 36.6), 187-7 (Mark Chapman, 37.4), 197-8 (Tim Southee, 41.3) Ross Taylor helped Kiwis survive a scare and continued his good form after scoring a half-century (73 runs) and his quick-fire 76 runs partnership with debutant Kyle Jamieson helped New Zealand power to 273. India have yet again struggled to bowl out the lower order, after their last wicket (Tim Southee) which fell on 197/8, Kiwis managed to get highest 9th wicket partnership at Auckland. Highest 9th wicket partnership at Auckland: 76* R Taylor - K Jamieson v IND 2020 54* G Larsen - C Pringle v AUS 1993 35 C McMillan - D Vettori v AUS 2000 Most runs in IND-NZ (ODIs): 1750 Sachin Tendulkar 1373 Ross Taylor* 1354 Virat Kohli 1207 Nathan Astle 1157 Virender Sehwag India need 274 runs in 300 balls, with a required run-rate of 5.48.

India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI first innings: Kiwis survive scare after Ross-Kyle's 76 runs stand

<p>New Zealand have clinched the ODI series against India after beating them in a nail-biting finish by 22 runs in the second ODI at Eden Park, Auckland.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-new-zealand-2nd-odi-live-score-india-win-the-toss-opt-to-bowl-279311">Over-by-over coverage of the match</a></strong></p>

<p>After New Zealand lost the toss, Martin Guptill and Henry Nicholls opened for the Kiwis and put up a 96 runs stand for the first wicket.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-new-zealand-2nd-odi-first-innings-kiwis-survive-scare-after-ross-kyles-76-runs-stand-279403" hreflang="en">India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI first innings: Kiwis survive scare after Ross-Kyle's 76 runs stand</a></p>

<p>Martin Guptill continued his good form on Eden Park, Auckland. He scored his first half-century in 11 matches. He smashed 79 runs until he was run-out after a wrong call by Ross Taylor.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>After that Kiwis had a collapse of wickets after Guptill's dismissal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ross Taylor helped Kiwis survive a scare and continued his good form after scoring a half-century (73 runs) and his quick-fire &nbsp;76 runs partnership with debutant Kyle Jamieson helped New Zealand power to 273.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India have yet again struggled to bowl out the lower order, after their last wicket (Tim Southee) which fell on 197/8, Kiwis managed to get highest 9th wicket partnership at Auckland.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>India needed 274 in 50 overs, Prithvi Shaw and Mayank Agarwal opened for the Men in Blue.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Indian batsmen failed to get a consistent good partnership. All batsmen except Shreyas Iyer (52 runs) and Ravindra Jadeja (55 runs) could not perform well with the bat. Despite Jadeja and Navdeep Saini's 50 runs partnership and brilliant bowling performance by the Indian team in the middle overs, still, they could not capitalise over their weakness. India scored 251/10.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Navdeep Saini's brave 45 runs had put the Kiwis in pressure.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Debutant Kyle Jamieson shines on his debut. He took Prithvi Shaw and Navdeep Saini's wicket who was looking explosive with his bat. He took two wickets against India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Tim Southee continued his good run, he took 2 wickets and became the most successful bowler against Virat Kohli. He has dismissed Kohli 9 times across all formats.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Colin de Grandhomme and Hamish Bennett took two wickets each.&nbsp;</p>

<p>James Neesham took the final wicket (Jadeja - 55 runs) and sealed the series for the Kiwis.&nbsp;</p>

<p>New Zealand beat India in the three-match series by 2-0.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Debutant Kyle Jamieson won the man of the match.&nbsp;</p>

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New Zealand have clinched the ODI series against India after beating them in a nail-biting finish by 22 runs in the second ODI at Eden Park, Auckland. Also read: Over-by-over coverage of the match After New Zealand lost the toss, Martin Guptill and Henry Nicholls opened for the Kiwis and put up a 96 runs stand for the first wicket.

New Zealand have clinched the ODI series against India after beating them in a nail-biting finish by 22 runs in the second ODI at Eden Park, Auckland. Also read: Over-by-over coverage of the match After New Zealand lost the toss, Martin Guptill and Henry Nicholls opened for the Kiwis and put up a 96 runs stand for the first wicket. Also read: India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI first innings: Kiwis survive scare after Ross-Kyle's 76 runs stand Martin Guptill continued his good form on Eden Park, Auckland. He scored his first half-century in 11 matches. He smashed 79 runs until he was run-out after a wrong call by Ross Taylor. 💪#NZvIND pic.twitter.com/UrvDbMjTu0 — ICC (@ICC) February 8, 2020 × After that Kiwis had a collapse of wickets after Guptill's dismissal. Ross Taylor helped Kiwis survive a scare and continued his good form after scoring a half-century (73 runs) and his quick-fire 76 runs partnership with debutant Kyle Jamieson helped New Zealand power to 273. India have yet again struggled to bowl out the lower order, after their last wicket (Tim Southee) which fell on 197/8, Kiwis managed to get highest 9th wicket partnership at Auckland. A tight #NZvIND contest, a run out right at the death, and Ravindra Jadeja falling just short of pulling off a miracle... Stop us if you've heard this one before 😉 pic.twitter.com/Pw4LM8qFcI — ICC (@ICC) February 8, 2020 × India needed 274 in 50 overs, Prithvi Shaw and Mayank Agarwal opened for the Men in Blue. Indian batsmen failed to get a consistent good partnership. All batsmen except Shreyas Iyer (52 runs) and Ravindra Jadeja (55 runs) could not perform well with the bat. Despite Jadeja and Navdeep Saini's 50 runs partnership and brilliant bowling performance by the Indian team in the middle overs, still, they could not capitalise over their weakness. India scored 251/10. Navdeep Saini's brave 45 runs had put the Kiwis in pressure. Debutant Kyle Jamieson shines on his debut. He took Prithvi Shaw and Navdeep Saini's wicket who was looking explosive with his bat. He took two wickets against India. Tim Southee continued his good run, he took 2 wickets and became the most successful bowler against Virat Kohli. He has dismissed Kohli 9 times across all formats. Colin de Grandhomme and Hamish Bennett took two wickets each. James Neesham took the final wicket (Jadeja - 55 runs) and sealed the series for the Kiwis. New Zealand beat India in the three-match series by 2-0. Debutant Kyle Jamieson won the man of the match.

New Zealand vs India, 2nd ODI: New Zealand seal the series after beating India by 22 runs

<p>Indian batting legend Sachin <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/on-this-day-sachin-tendulkar-became-the-leading-centurion-in-test-history-267337">Tendulkar </a>who arrived in Australia for Sunday’s bushfire relief game in Melbourne praised Australian batsman Marnus Labuschagne likening him to his own composed style with "positive footwork".</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bushfire-cricket-bash-to-feature-yuvraj-singh-sachin-tendulkar-and-many-more-stars-278295">Also Read: 'Bushfire Cricket Bash' to feature Yuvraj, Tendulkar &amp;&nbsp;Lara</a>&nbsp;</p>

<p>"His footwork was incredible, so he would be the one I would say," Tendulkar said when asked if any batsman reminded him of his own playing days.</p>

<p>"I saw Marnus getting hit (on the helmet) off the second ball from Jofra Archer and post that, the 15 minutes he batted, I said 'this player looks special, there is something about him'," the Indian legend noted, adding, "footwork is not physical, it's mental."</p>

<p>South African-born Australian has had an incredible year in international cricket notching up 353 runs in the recent Ashes series. Labuschagne had made his one-day international debut against India at Mumbai two years ago. The visitors had won that match with Labuschagne neither batting or bowling.</p>

<p>The 25-year-old who was the leading Test run-getter last year is now behind Indian captain Virat Kohli and Australian batsman Steve Smith in the ICC Test rankings.</p>

<p>Tendulkar said Marnus was "mentally strong" while complementing the Australian.</p>

<p>"If you're not thinking positively in your mind, then your feet don't move. That clearly indicated to me that this guy is mentally strong because if you're not, your feet will not move," Tendulkar said.&nbsp;<br />
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-marnus-labuschagne-hits-double-ton-in-australias-454-in-sydney-test-272047">Labuschagne </a>has scored 1459 runs in 14 Tests so far with an incredible average of 63.4 with four centuries and eight half-centuries after making his Test debut against Pakistan at Dubai in 2018.</p>


Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar who arrived in Australia for Sunday’s bushfire relief game in Melbourne praised Australian batsman Marnus Labuschagne likening him to his own composed style with "positive footwork".

Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar who arrived in Australia for Sunday’s bushfire relief game in Melbourne praised Australian batsman Marnus Labuschagne likening him to his own composed style with "positive footwork". Also Read: 'Bushfire Cricket Bash' to feature Yuvraj, Tendulkar & Lara "His footwork was incredible, so he would be the one I would say," Tendulkar said when asked if any batsman reminded him of his own playing days. "I saw Marnus getting hit (on the helmet) off the second ball from Jofra Archer and post that, the 15 minutes he batted, I said 'this player looks special, there is something about him'," the Indian legend noted, adding, "footwork is not physical, it's mental." South African-born Australian has had an incredible year in international cricket notching up 353 runs in the recent Ashes series. Labuschagne had made his one-day international debut against India at Mumbai two years ago. The visitors had won that match with Labuschagne neither batting or bowling. The 25-year-old who was the leading Test run-getter last year is now behind Indian captain Virat Kohli and Australian batsman Steve Smith in the ICC Test rankings. Tendulkar said Marnus was "mentally strong" while complementing the Australian. "If you're not thinking positively in your mind, then your feet don't move. That clearly indicated to me that this guy is mentally strong because if you're not, your feet will not move," Tendulkar said. Labuschagne has scored 1459 runs in 14 Tests so far with an incredible average of 63.4 with four centuries and eight half-centuries after making his Test debut against Pakistan at Dubai in 2018.

Tendulkar says Australian Marnus Labuschagne reminds him of himself

<p>The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/.../rohit-sharma-ruled-out-of-new-zealand-tour- due-to-injury-gill-and-agarwal-to-replace-278428">Indian team</a> has&nbsp;been fined 80 per cent of match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate against New Zealand in the first One Day International of the three-match serieson Wednesday in Hamilton.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read-&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/new-zealand-vs-india-1st-odi-kiwis-outshine-men-in-blue-win-by-6-wickets-278863">New Zealand vs India, 1st ODI: Kiwis outshine Men in Blue, win by 6 wickets</a></p>

<p>According to Article 2.22 of the ICC code of conduct for players and players personnel, a team is fined 20 per cent of match fee for every delayed over.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/.../india-vs-new-zealand-tests-prithvi-shaw- navdeep-saini-in-rohit-sharma-out-278478">Virat</a> and Co. have been charged with four delayed&nbsp;overs in the recent ODI clash. In a released statement by the ICC: “Kohli pleaded guilty to the offence and accepted the proposed sanction, so there was no need for a formal hearing,".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Men in blue were charged by the on-field umpires Shaun Haig and Langton Rusere, third umpire Bruce Oxenford and fourth umpire Chris Brown.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is the third successive time in the tour that they have&nbsp;been charged with these violations. Team India were charged 40 per cent and 20 per cent of the fee in the fourth and the fifth T20I match respectively against New Zealand.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees' Chris Broad imposed the sanction on Kohli's side.&nbsp;</p>

<p>New Zealand get their first win of the tour against India, they beat the visitors by 4 wickets. The Blackcaps chased India's mammoth score (347 runs) with 11 balls to spare.</p>

<p>Ross Taylor has been judged the 'Man of the Match' after his performance versus India today.&nbsp;</p>

<p>New Zealand lead three-ODI match series against India (1-0).&nbsp;</p>

<p>They next meet in Auckland on February 8.</p>


The Indian team has been fined 80 per cent of match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate against New Zealand in the first One Day International of the three-match serieson Wednesday in Hamilton.

The Indian team has been fined 80 per cent of match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate against New Zealand in the first One Day International of the three-match serieson Wednesday in Hamilton. Also read- New Zealand vs India, 1st ODI: Kiwis outshine Men in Blue, win by 6 wickets According to Article 2.22 of the ICC code of conduct for players and players personnel, a team is fined 20 per cent of match fee for every delayed over. Virat and Co. have been charged with four delayed overs in the recent ODI clash. In a released statement by the ICC: “Kohli pleaded guilty to the offence and accepted the proposed sanction, so there was no need for a formal hearing,". Men in blue were charged by the on-field umpires Shaun Haig and Langton Rusere, third umpire Bruce Oxenford and fourth umpire Chris Brown. This is the third successive time in the tour that they have been charged with these violations. Team India were charged 40 per cent and 20 per cent of the fee in the fourth and the fifth T20I match respectively against New Zealand. Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees' Chris Broad imposed the sanction on Kohli's side. New Zealand get their first win of the tour against India, they beat the visitors by 4 wickets. The Blackcaps chased India's mammoth score (347 runs) with 11 balls to spare. Ross Taylor has been judged the 'Man of the Match' after his performance versus India today. New Zealand lead three-ODI match series against India (1-0). They next meet in Auckland on February 8.

India fined for slow over rate for third successive time

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-president-donald-trump-acquitted-of-impeachment-charges-in-republican-majority-senate-278933">US President Donald Trump acquitted of impeachment charges in Republican-majority Senate</a></p>

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<p>The death toll in the&nbsp;coronavirus&nbsp;rose to at least 560 with the number of infections surging to 28,000 in China as officials in Wuhan said they faced a shortage of hospital beds and equipment to treat the patients.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-team-india-fined-for-slow-over-rate-for-third-successive-time-278930" hreflang="en">India fined for slow over-rate for third successive time</a></p>

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<p>The&nbsp;Indian team&nbsp;have been fined 80 per cent of match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate against New Zealand in the first One Day International on Wednesday in Hamilton.&nbsp;</p>

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Good morning! Here’s what you need to know to start your day with WION’s daily news brief. US President Donald Trump acquitted of impeachment charges in Republican-majority Senate After months of back-and-forth, United States President Donald Trump was recently acquitted of all charges.

Good morning! Here’s what you need to know to start your day with WION’s daily news brief. US President Donald Trump acquitted of impeachment charges in Republican-majority Senate After months of back-and-forth, United States President Donald Trump was recently acquitted of all charges. Earlier, Trump was impeached in the House, but this trajectory failed to hold its ground in the Senate, where the majority is Republicans, who voted to protect him. Coronavirus: Death toll climbs to over 560 in China; 10 more infected on Japan ship The death toll in the coronavirus rose to at least 560 with the number of infections surging to 28,000 in China as officials in Wuhan said they faced a shortage of hospital beds and equipment to treat the patients. India fined for slow over-rate for third successive time The Indian team have been fined 80 per cent of match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate against New Zealand in the first One Day International on Wednesday in Hamilton. Christian Bale to play villain in next MCU film 'Thor: Love and Thunder'? We are excited to see Christian Bale in an MCU film and have been thinking of all possible roles that the brilliant actor can take up. WATCH | Gravitas: Sri Lanka drops Tamil version of national anthem ×

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<p>New Zealand&nbsp;get their first win of the tour against India, they beat the visitors by 4 wickets. The Blackcaps chased India's mammoth score (347 runs) with 11 balls to spare.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-new-zealand-1st-odi-live-score-new-zealand-win-the-toss-and-opt-to-bowl-278611">Over-by-over play of India versus New Zealand's first ODI</a></strong></p>

<p>India began their first ODI match with a change in the opening pair, many people were surprised when Indian Skipper Virat Kohli decided to send Mayank Agarwal along Prithvi Shaw, instead of KL Rahul.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The opening pair were debuting for India. They had a decent opening partnership of 50 runs until Prithvi Shaw got out (20 runs off 21 balls). He was followed by Mayank Agarwal, who scored 32 runs off 31 balls.</p>

<p>Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer took the team forward and had a 102 runs partnership. Virat scored 51 runs, whereas Shreyas Iyer scored his maiden ODI century for team India. He scored 103 runs in 107 balls.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Lokesh Rahul's sublime form continues as his quick 88 runs and Kedhar Jadhav's cameo (26 runs in 15 balls) helped India pose a good score of 347 runs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In reply the Kiwis came down to bat with Henry Nicholls and Martin Guptill, New Zealand started off well as the opening pair added 85 runs to the wicket.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Henry Nicholls scored 78 runs in 82 balls. Tom Blundell had a disappointing debut match, he scored just 9 runs off 10 balls.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ross Taylor and New Zealand skipper Tom Latham's partnership shattered Indian hopes of continues dominance in the tour. They added 131 runs partnership for the team.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ross Taylor scored his 21st ODI century in the match. This was his 12th in New Zealand, 3rd against India and 4th in Seddon Park, Hamilton.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kiwi skipper Tom Latham ensured that his role as a skipper was given to him for a reason, he scored 69 runs off 48 balls which included 8 fours and 2 sixes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ross Taylor has been judged the 'Man of the Match' after his performance versus India today.&nbsp;</p>

<p>New Zealand lead three-ODI match series against India (1-0).&nbsp;</p>

<p>They next meet in Auckland on February 8.&nbsp;</p>


New Zealand get their first win of the tour against India, they beat the visitors by 4 wickets. The Blackcaps chased India's mammoth score (347 runs) with 11 balls to spare.

New Zealand get their first win of the tour against India, they beat the visitors by 4 wickets. The Blackcaps chased India's mammoth score (347 runs) with 11 balls to spare. Also read: Over-by-over play of India versus New Zealand's first ODI India began their first ODI match with a change in the opening pair, many people were surprised when Indian Skipper Virat Kohli decided to send Mayank Agarwal along Prithvi Shaw, instead of KL Rahul. The opening pair were debuting for India. They had a decent opening partnership of 50 runs until Prithvi Shaw got out (20 runs off 21 balls). He was followed by Mayank Agarwal, who scored 32 runs off 31 balls. Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer took the team forward and had a 102 runs partnership. Virat scored 51 runs, whereas Shreyas Iyer scored his maiden ODI century for team India. He scored 103 runs in 107 balls. Lokesh Rahul's sublime form continues as his quick 88 runs and Kedhar Jadhav's cameo (26 runs in 15 balls) helped India pose a good score of 347 runs. In reply the Kiwis came down to bat with Henry Nicholls and Martin Guptill, New Zealand started off well as the opening pair added 85 runs to the wicket. Henry Nicholls scored 78 runs in 82 balls. Tom Blundell had a disappointing debut match, he scored just 9 runs off 10 balls. Ross Taylor and New Zealand skipper Tom Latham's partnership shattered Indian hopes of continues dominance in the tour. They added 131 runs partnership for the team. Ross Taylor scored his 21st ODI century in the match. This was his 12th in New Zealand, 3rd against India and 4th in Seddon Park, Hamilton. Kiwi skipper Tom Latham ensured that his role as a skipper was given to him for a reason, he scored 69 runs off 48 balls which included 8 fours and 2 sixes. Ross Taylor has been judged the 'Man of the Match' after his performance versus India today. New Zealand lead three-ODI match series against India (1-0). They next meet in Auckland on February 8.

New Zealand vs India, 1st ODI: Kiwis outshine Men in Blue, win by 6 wickets

<p>BCCI, on Tuesday, announced their Test squad for the New Zealand tour. Two-test matches will be played between India and New Zealand. Prithvi Shaw is set to return in Test squad in the absence of India's prolific opener Rohit Sharma.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rohit-sharma-ruled-out-of-new-zealand-tour-due-to-injury-gill-and-agarwal-to-replace-278428">Rohit Sharma ruled out of New Zealand tour due to injury; Gill and Agarwal to replace</a></p>

<p>Indian cricket team's vice-captain Rohit Sharma has been ruled out of the New Zealand tour following a calf injury. The injury was struck during the fifth T20I against New Zealand on Sunday at Mount Maunganui. He scored 60 runs off 41 balls, he retired hurt after he pulled his calf muscle while running a quick single.</p>

<p><strong>The squad:&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Virat Kolhi (Captain), Mayank Agarwal, Prithvi Shaw, Shubman Gill, Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane (vice-captain), Hanuma Vihari, Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Rishabh Pant (wk), R. Ashwin, R. Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah, Umesh Yadav, Mohd. Shami, Navdeep Saini, Ishant Sharma (subject to fitness clearance).</p>

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<p>KL Rahul's name was missing from the squad which comes as a shock to many. Pacer spearhead Navdeep Saini has been given a chance to be in the squad and Shubman Gill is also a part of the Indian squad. Ishant Sharma was reported to miss the entire tour before but is now in the squad as a subject to regain his fitness to 100 per cent.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As of now, Mayank Agarwal has come as a replacement for the Indian vice-captain in the ODI series against the Blackcaps. Prithvi Shaw and KL Rahul are most likely to open the innings for India in the following matches.</p>

<p>India will take on New Zealand in the three-match ODI series tomorrow. Kane Williamson has been ruled out from the first two ODI matches following an injury. Mark Chapman will replace the Blackcap skipper. Tom Latham will lead the side for the two ODI matches.</p>

<p>India will be looking to continue their winning run against the Kiwi as they clean swept the T20I series, with this India, have become the first team to win a T20I series with 5-0 margin.</p>


BCCI, on Tuesday, announced their Test squad for the New Zealand tour. Two-test matches will be played between India and New Zealand. Prithvi Shaw is set to return in Test squad in the absence of India's prolific opener Rohit Sharma.

BCCI, on Tuesday, announced their Test squad for the New Zealand tour. Two-test matches will be played between India and New Zealand. Prithvi Shaw is set to return in Test squad in the absence of India's prolific opener Rohit Sharma. Also read: Rohit Sharma ruled out of New Zealand tour due to injury; Gill and Agarwal to replace Indian cricket team's vice-captain Rohit Sharma has been ruled out of the New Zealand tour following a calf injury. The injury was struck during the fifth T20I against New Zealand on Sunday at Mount Maunganui. He scored 60 runs off 41 balls, he retired hurt after he pulled his calf muscle while running a quick single. The squad: Virat Kolhi (Captain), Mayank Agarwal, Prithvi Shaw, Shubman Gill, Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane (vice-captain), Hanuma Vihari, Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Rishabh Pant (wk), R. Ashwin, R. Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah, Umesh Yadav, Mohd. Shami, Navdeep Saini, Ishant Sharma (subject to fitness clearance). India’s Test squad: Virat (Capt), Mayank, Prithvi Shaw, Shubman, Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane (vc), Hanuma Vihari, Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Rishabh Pant (wk), R. Ashwin, R. Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah, Umesh Yadav, Mohd. Shami, Navdeep Saini, Ishant Sharma (subject to fitness clearance). — BCCI (@BCCI) February 4, 2020 × KL Rahul's name was missing from the squad which comes as a shock to many. Pacer spearhead Navdeep Saini has been given a chance to be in the squad and Shubman Gill is also a part of the Indian squad. Ishant Sharma was reported to miss the entire tour before but is now in the squad as a subject to regain his fitness to 100 per cent. As of now, Mayank Agarwal has come as a replacement for the Indian vice-captain in the ODI series against the Blackcaps. Prithvi Shaw and KL Rahul are most likely to open the innings for India in the following matches. India will take on New Zealand in the three-match ODI series tomorrow. Kane Williamson has been ruled out from the first two ODI matches following an injury. Mark Chapman will replace the Blackcap skipper. Tom Latham will lead the side for the two ODI matches. India will be looking to continue their winning run against the Kiwi as they clean swept the T20I series, with this India, have become the first team to win a T20I series with 5-0 margin.

India vs New Zealand Tests: Prithvi Shaw, Navdeep Saini in, Rohit Sharma out

<p>India is set to face New Zealand for the first ODI of the series on Wednesday at Hamilton.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India will look forward to continuing their winning spree over the hosts as they already clean-swept New Zealand in the T20I series (5-0) on Sunday.</p>

<p>The deflated Kiwi side have already faced a setback before the beginning of the match tomorrow. Their in-form batsmen and skipper Kane Williamson has been ruled of the first two ODIs versus India following a shoulder injury. Mark Chapman has been called as the replace meant and Tom Latham has been declared as the Captain of the New Zealand side for first two ODIs.</p>

<p>India's prolific opener Rohit Sharma has also been ruled out for rest of the tour after he was struck by a calf injury.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mayank Agarwal is set to replace Rohit in the ODIs. This tour will witness the come back of India's young prodigy Prithvi Shaw. The 20-year-old is expected to open the game for India alongside KL Rahul.</p>

<p>Prithvi Shaw has recently come out of 8-month long ban after he failed the doping test. He has been a part of India A and his fertile innings versus the New Zealand A earned him a spot in the team.</p>

<p>Last time these two heavyweights collided in this format was in the semifinal clash of the World Cup in England.</p>

<p>Skies in Hamilton are set to be clear and the opener is set to have a sunny day. Fans will be happy to know that there are no chances of precipitation tomorrow.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The match is scheduled to begin at 7:30 AM (IST).</p>

<p><strong>India's probable XI:</strong> KL Rahul (wk), Prithvi Shaw, Virat Kohli (captain), Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, R Jadeja/Kuldeep Yadav, Shivam Dube, Shardul Thakur, Navdeep Saini, Jasprit Bumrah.</p>

<p><strong>New Zealand's probable XI: </strong>Martin Guptill, Henry Nicholls, Ross Taylor, Tom Latham(wk/captain), Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Hamish Bennett, Ish Sodhi, Scott Kuggeleijn</p>

<p><strong>The ODI squads:</strong></p>

<p><strong>India:</strong> Lokesh Rahul(w), Mayank Agarwal, Virat Kohli(c), Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Navdeep Saini, Mohammed Shami, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jasprit Bumrah, Prithvi Shaw, Kuldeep Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Kedar Jadhav, Shardul Thakur</p>

<p><strong>New Zealand: </strong>Martin Guptill, Henry Nicholls, Ross Taylor, Tom Latham(w/c), Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Colin de Grandhomme, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Hamish Bennett, Ish Sodhi, Tom Blundell, Kyle Jamieson, Scott Kuggeleijn</p>


India is set to face New Zealand for the first ODI of the series on Wednesday at Hamilton. India will look forward to continuing their winning spree over the hosts as they already clean-swept New Zealand in the T20I series (5-0) on Sunday.

India is set to face New Zealand for the first ODI of the series on Wednesday at Hamilton. India will look forward to continuing their winning spree over the hosts as they already clean-swept New Zealand in the T20I series (5-0) on Sunday. The deflated Kiwi side have already faced a setback before the beginning of the match tomorrow. Their in-form batsmen and skipper Kane Williamson has been ruled of the first two ODIs versus India following a shoulder injury. Mark Chapman has been called as the replace meant and Tom Latham has been declared as the Captain of the New Zealand side for first two ODIs. India's prolific opener Rohit Sharma has also been ruled out for rest of the tour after he was struck by a calf injury. Mayank Agarwal is set to replace Rohit in the ODIs. This tour will witness the come back of India's young prodigy Prithvi Shaw. The 20-year-old is expected to open the game for India alongside KL Rahul. Prithvi Shaw has recently come out of 8-month long ban after he failed the doping test. He has been a part of India A and his fertile innings versus the New Zealand A earned him a spot in the team. Last time these two heavyweights collided in this format was in the semifinal clash of the World Cup in England. Skies in Hamilton are set to be clear and the opener is set to have a sunny day. Fans will be happy to know that there are no chances of precipitation tomorrow. The match is scheduled to begin at 7:30 AM (IST). India's probable XI: KL Rahul (wk), Prithvi Shaw, Virat Kohli (captain), Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, R Jadeja/Kuldeep Yadav, Shivam Dube, Shardul Thakur, Navdeep Saini, Jasprit Bumrah. New Zealand's probable XI: Martin Guptill, Henry Nicholls, Ross Taylor, Tom Latham(wk/captain), Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Hamish Bennett, Ish Sodhi, Scott Kuggeleijn The ODI squads: India: Lokesh Rahul(w), Mayank Agarwal, Virat Kohli(c), Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Navdeep Saini, Mohammed Shami, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jasprit Bumrah, Prithvi Shaw, Kuldeep Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Kedar Jadhav, Shardul Thakur New Zealand: Martin Guptill, Henry Nicholls, Ross Taylor, Tom Latham(w/c), Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Colin de Grandhomme, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Hamish Bennett, Ish Sodhi, Tom Blundell, Kyle Jamieson, Scott Kuggeleijn

India vs New Zealand 1st ODI: Virat Kohli-led Team India look to continue winning streak against Black Caps

<p>KL Rahul has earned his career-best T20I rankings after displaying an outstanding form for India in the T20I series against New Zealand. He is currently ranked two in the ICC top, 10 batsmen, in T20I list. He scored the highest runs in the 5-match series (224 runs).&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rohit-sharma-goes-past-virat-kohli-in-terms-of-most-50-score-in-t20is-278244">Rohit Sharma's new record in T20Is outshines Virat Kohli</a></p>

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<p>Rohit Sharma's World Record of most 50+ scores in T20I helped him jump three ranks, he is currently ranked at number 10. This is Rohit's 25th 50+ score (21 half-centuries, 4 centuries) for team India, it has also helped the prolific Indian opener almost bridge the gap between him and Kohli in terms of T20I career runs. The difference is down to just 21 runs. Kohli still leads in the list of most half-centuries (24 half-centuries).&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Shreyas Iyer (currently ranked 55th) and Manish Pandey (currently ranked 58th) jumped 63 ranks and 12 ranks respectively.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Virat Kolhi retained his ninth rank after a decent performance of 105 runs in four matches.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Three Indian batsmen are in the top 10 ranked batsmen in T20I's list.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India's bowling attack has also earned a massive upgrade after defending modest totals put up by India.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jasprit-bumrah-breaks-world-record-bowls-most-maiden-overs-in-t20is-278334">Jasprit Bumrah</a>'s (currently ranked 11th) unique World Record in the final T20I helped him gain 26 places. He has become the bowler to bowl most maiden overs in T20I history. The 26-year-old has 7 maidens to his name in T20Is.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Yuzvendra Chahal has gone 10 places up and is currently ranked 30th, Shardul Thakur's nail-biting final over in the fourth T20I helped India seal a victory against the Kiwis. Thakur scalped eight wickets in the series and has jumped 34 places to 57th position. Navdeep Saini and Ravindra Jadeja's efficient bowling helped them earn rank no 71 and 76 respectively.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India will be looking to continue their winning run against the Kiwi as they clean swept the T20I series, with this India, have become the first team to win a T20I series with 5-0 margin. India have extended their record for most successive T20Is winning eight in succession.&nbsp;</p>


KL Rahul has earned his career-best T20I rankings after displaying an outstanding form for India in the T20I series against New Zealand. He is currently ranked two in the ICC top, 10 batsmen, in T20I list.

KL Rahul has earned his career-best T20I rankings after displaying an outstanding form for India in the T20I series against New Zealand. He is currently ranked two in the ICC top, 10 batsmen, in T20I list. He scored the highest runs in the 5-match series (224 runs). Also read: Rohit Sharma's new record in T20Is outshines Virat Kohli I freaking love this game🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/iT76YJheIP — K L Rahul (@klrahul11) January 29, 2020 × Rohit Sharma's World Record of most 50+ scores in T20I helped him jump three ranks, he is currently ranked at number 10. This is Rohit's 25th 50+ score (21 half-centuries, 4 centuries) for team India, it has also helped the prolific Indian opener almost bridge the gap between him and Kohli in terms of T20I career runs. The difference is down to just 21 runs. Kohli still leads in the list of most half-centuries (24 half-centuries). “Everything negative – pressure, challenges – is all an opportunity to rise.” . . Proud of this team. 🇮🇳#MambaMentality pic.twitter.com/14iaWHppOg — Jasprit Bumrah (@Jaspritbumrah93) February 2, 2020 × Shreyas Iyer (currently ranked 55th) and Manish Pandey (currently ranked 58th) jumped 63 ranks and 12 ranks respectively. Virat Kolhi retained his ninth rank after a decent performance of 105 runs in four matches. Three Indian batsmen are in the top 10 ranked batsmen in T20I's list. India's bowling attack has also earned a massive upgrade after defending modest totals put up by India. Jasprit Bumrah's (currently ranked 11th) unique World Record in the final T20I helped him gain 26 places. He has become the bowler to bowl most maiden overs in T20I history. The 26-year-old has 7 maidens to his name in T20Is. Yuzvendra Chahal has gone 10 places up and is currently ranked 30th, Shardul Thakur's nail-biting final over in the fourth T20I helped India seal a victory against the Kiwis. Thakur scalped eight wickets in the series and has jumped 34 places to 57th position. Navdeep Saini and Ravindra Jadeja's efficient bowling helped them earn rank no 71 and 76 respectively. India will be looking to continue their winning run against the Kiwi as they clean swept the T20I series, with this India, have become the first team to win a T20I series with 5-0 margin. India have extended their record for most successive T20Is winning eight in succession.

India players rise in ICC T20I rankings after clean sweep over New Zealand

<p>International Cricket Council (ICC) has fined the&nbsp;Indian cricket team 20 per cent of its match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate against <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-whitewash-new-zealand-wins-fifth-t20i-by-seven-runs-278153">New Zealand</a> in the fifth and final Twenty20 International in Mount Maunganui.</p>

<p>The sanction was imposed by Chris Broad of the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees after India was&nbsp;ruled to be one over short of the target after time allowances were taken into consideration.</p>

<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-whitewash-new-zealand-wins-fifth-t20i-by-seven-runs-278153">India whitewash New Zealand, wins fifth T20I by seven runs</a></strong></p>

<p>The team was fined&nbsp;under&nbsp;Article 2.22 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which&nbsp;relates to minimum over-rate offences.</p>

<p>In this case, the team was fined for every over their side failed&nbsp;to bowl in the allotted time.</p>

<p>To avoid a formal hearing, India stand-in captain <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-whitewash-new-zealand-wins-fifth-t20i-by-seven-runs-278153">Rohit Sharma </a>pleaded guilty to the offence and accepted the proposed sanction.</p>

<p>On-field umpires Chris Brown and Shaun Haig and third umpire Ashley Mehrotra levelled the charge.</p>

<p>India won the match by seven runs on Sunday to complete a rare 5-0 series whitewash over <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-whitewash-new-zealand-wins-fifth-t20i-by-seven-runs-278153">New Zealand</a> in the shortest format of the game.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-whitewash-new-zealand-wins-fifth-t20i-by-seven-runs-278153">Virat Kohli</a>'s men have been fined for slow over-rate for the second&nbsp;time consecutively.</p>

<p>On Saturday, the Indian team was fined&nbsp;40 per cent of its match fee after falling short of the target by two overs in the fourth T20 International at the Westpack Stadium.</p>


International Cricket Council (ICC) has fined the Indian cricket team 20 per cent of its match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate against New Zealand in the fifth and final Twenty20 International in Mount Maunganui.

International Cricket Council (ICC) has fined the Indian cricket team 20 per cent of its match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate against New Zealand in the fifth and final Twenty20 International in Mount Maunganui. The sanction was imposed by Chris Broad of the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees after India was ruled to be one over short of the target after time allowances were taken into consideration. Also read: India whitewash New Zealand, wins fifth T20I by seven runs The team was fined under Article 2.22 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to minimum over-rate offences. In this case, the team was fined for every over their side failed to bowl in the allotted time. To avoid a formal hearing, India stand-in captain Rohit Sharma pleaded guilty to the offence and accepted the proposed sanction. On-field umpires Chris Brown and Shaun Haig and third umpire Ashley Mehrotra levelled the charge. India won the match by seven runs on Sunday to complete a rare 5-0 series whitewash over New Zealand in the shortest format of the game. Virat Kohli's men have been fined for slow over-rate for the second time consecutively. On Saturday, the Indian team was fined 40 per cent of its match fee after falling short of the target by two overs in the fourth T20 International at the Westpack Stadium.

India fined by International Cricket Council for slow over-rate in T20I final against New Zealand

The annual Instagram rich list is out and we have two Indians on it -- actress Priyanka Chopra and Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli. The list ranks celebrities all over the world annually on the basis of how much they charge for each of their promoted posts on the photo-sharing platform.

The annual Instagram rich list is out and we have two Indians on it -- actress Priyanka Chopra and Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli. The list ranks celebrities all over the world annually on the basis of how much they charge for each of their promoted posts on the photo-sharing platform. Making it to the list, Priyanka Chopra is on the 19th position while Virat Kohli sits at 23rd. Priyanka takes home $271,000 per post while the sportsman charges $196,000 for each post. View this post on Instagram If you know me, you know there are two things I absolutely love - hand written notes (giving and receiving them), and collecting books...I suppose writing them now, too. Reading and writing have always played an important role in my life...they directly link me to being a creative person, and that’s why partnering with @PilotPenUSA made sense. Through their annual G2 Overachievers Grant and G2 Overachievers Student Grant, Pilot gives out over $100,000 to exceptional individuals who go above and beyond their everyday lives and responsibilities to give back to their communities, and improve the lives of others. I’m honored to be helping select the recipients for 2019, so whether it’s you or someone you know, send me your hand written submission by visiting G2Overachievers.com for full details 💙 #PowerToThePen #DoYouG2 A post shared by Priyanka Chopra Jonas (@priyankachopra) on Jun 4, 2019 at 4:26pm PDT × View this post on Instagram Positivity attracts positivity. Your choice defines your outcome. 🙏😇 #BTS A post shared by Virat Kohli (@virat.kohli) on Jul 24, 2019 at 6:19am PDT × The reality TV star and makeup mogul Kylie Jenner tops the list with $1,266,000 per promoted post. View this post on Instagram Blue for my hair + pink for my body! @sugarbearhair has the most delicious vitamins #ad #sugarbearhair A post shared by Kylie ✨ (@kyliejenner) on Jan 28, 2019 at 12:02pm PST × Others on the list include singers Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift and the rest of the Kardashian-Jenner sisters. Also on the list is footballer Cristiano Ronaldo who also happens to be the most followed person on Instagram. Professionally, Priyanka is busy with ‘The Sky Is Pink’ with Farhan Akhtar that will have its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on September 13.

Kylie Jenner tops Instagram rich list 2019; Priyanka Chopra & Virat Kohli only Indians on it

<p>Virat Kohli has yet again passed another cricketing great in terms of runs. This time the 31-year-old surpassed his fellow teammate and former skipper MS Dhoni. Virat Kohli is right now the leading run-getter as a captain in T20Is for India.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/new-zealand-vs-india-3rd-t20i-india-eye-first-ever-series-win-in-new-zealand-277180" hreflang="en">New Zealand vs India, 3rd T20I: India eye first-ever series win in New Zealand</a></p>

<p>His 38 runs off 27 balls has now made him the leading run-getter in the shortest format as an Indian skipper. He has scored 1,126 runs in 35 T20Is. &nbsp;</p>

<p>He currently ranks third in the list of highest run-scorers as a T20I captain.</p>

<p>Kohli was 81 runs short of MS Dhoni's runs (1,112) in T20Is before the series began.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Faf Du Plessis leads the list with 1,273 runs in 40 T20Is.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Virat Kohli needs to score 68 runs to surpass Faf du Plessis and become the highest run-scorer as a T20I captain. After scoring 45 runs and 11 runs in the first and second matches respectively, he was just 25 runs shy from achieving this feat.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India has posed a competitive total of 179/5 in the first innings against the Kiwis in the Third T20I, in Seddon Park, Hamilton.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India would want to defend this total, to add another feather to Kohli's cap, as he will become the first Indian skipper to win the series in New Zealand.&nbsp;</p>


Virat Kohli has yet again passed another cricketing great in terms of runs. This time the 31-year-old surpassed his fellow teammate and former skipper MS Dhoni. Virat Kohli is right now the leading run-getter as a captain in T20Is for India.

Virat Kohli has yet again passed another cricketing great in terms of runs. This time the 31-year-old surpassed his fellow teammate and former skipper MS Dhoni. Virat Kohli is right now the leading run-getter as a captain in T20Is for India. Also read: New Zealand vs India, 3rd T20I: India eye first-ever series win in New Zealand His 38 runs off 27 balls has now made him the leading run-getter in the shortest format as an Indian skipper. He has scored 1,126 runs in 35 T20Is. He currently ranks third in the list of highest run-scorers as a T20I captain. Kohli was 81 runs short of MS Dhoni's runs (1,112) in T20Is before the series began. Faf Du Plessis leads the list with 1,273 runs in 40 T20Is. Virat Kohli needs to score 68 runs to surpass Faf du Plessis and become the highest run-scorer as a T20I captain. After scoring 45 runs and 11 runs in the first and second matches respectively, he was just 25 runs shy from achieving this feat. India has posed a competitive total of 179/5 in the first innings against the Kiwis in the Third T20I, in Seddon Park, Hamilton. India would want to defend this total, to add another feather to Kohli's cap, as he will become the first Indian skipper to win the series in New Zealand.

India vs New Zealand 3rd T20I: Virat Kohli becomes leading run-getter as Indian skipper in T20Is

<p>The first T20I between India and New Zealand was a high scoring thriller with Shreyas Iyer powering the Men in Blue to victory against the Black Caps.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Team India beat the Kiwis easily by six wickets with an over to spare.</p>

<p>The toss was won by India and they chose to bowl first. New Zealand was off to a good start with the help of explosive opening pair putting 80 runs in just 47 balls. Martin Guptill was caught out by Rohit Sharma on the boundary line dismissed by Shivam Dube.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Colin Munro's good form against the Indian bowlers continued&nbsp;as the 32-year-old scored 59 runs in 42 balls. Kane&nbsp;Williamson's 51 runs (26 balls) and Ross Taylor's 54 runs in 27 balls gave the Kiwis a much needed to push to take the hosts over the 200-run mark, New Zealand eventually scored 203 runs in their 20 overs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Indian bowlers Jasprit Bumrah, Shardul Thakur, Yuzvendra Chahal, Shivam Dube and Ravindra Jadeja scalped one wicket each.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Indian batsmen chased down the target effortlessly. India started on the offensive right from the start. Despite Rohit Sharma's quick dismissal, KL Rahul (56 runs) and Virat Kohli's (45 runs) 99 runs partnership kept India in the chase.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The&nbsp;match-winner for India was Shreyas Iyer with&nbsp;58 runs off 29 balls. He smashed 3 sixes and five fours in his innings to help India to victory.&nbsp;Iyer was declared the man of the match.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mitchell Santner was the most expensive New Zealand bowler. Ish Sodhi took the most wickets (2) for the losing side.</p>

<p>Virat Kohli is just 36&nbsp;runs away from overtaking&nbsp;MS Dhoni's highest run-scoring record as skipper in T20Is.</p>


The first T20I between India and New Zealand was a high scoring thriller with Shreyas Iyer powering the Men in Blue to victory against the Black Caps. Team India beat the Kiwis easily by six wickets with an over to spare.

The first T20I between India and New Zealand was a high scoring thriller with Shreyas Iyer powering the Men in Blue to victory against the Black Caps. Team India beat the Kiwis easily by six wickets with an over to spare. The toss was won by India and they chose to bowl first. New Zealand was off to a good start with the help of explosive opening pair putting 80 runs in just 47 balls. Martin Guptill was caught out by Rohit Sharma on the boundary line dismissed by Shivam Dube. Strong start for India in pursuit of 204. The visitors are 115/2 after 10, Santner and Sodhi with a wicket each. Live Scoring | https://t.co/T8XHFR8XfS #NZvIND #CricketNation 📷 = @PhotosportNZ pic.twitter.com/bjOhdFACAR — BLACKCAPS (@BLACKCAPS) January 24, 2020 × Colin Munro's good form against the Indian bowlers continued as the 32-year-old scored 59 runs in 42 balls. Kane Williamson's 51 runs (26 balls) and Ross Taylor's 54 runs in 27 balls gave the Kiwis a much needed to push to take the hosts over the 200-run mark, New Zealand eventually scored 203 runs in their 20 overs. Indian bowlers Jasprit Bumrah, Shardul Thakur, Yuzvendra Chahal, Shivam Dube and Ravindra Jadeja scalped one wicket each. Indian batsmen chased down the target effortlessly. India started on the offensive right from the start. Despite Rohit Sharma's quick dismissal, KL Rahul (56 runs) and Virat Kohli's (45 runs) 99 runs partnership kept India in the chase. A solid half-century by #TeamIndia opener @klrahul11 👏👏 Updates - https://t.co/5NdtfFJOd8 #NZvIND pic.twitter.com/WgT4oidtG7 — BCCI (@BCCI) January 24, 2020 × The match-winner for India was Shreyas Iyer with 58 runs off 29 balls. He smashed 3 sixes and five fours in his innings to help India to victory. Iyer was declared the man of the match. Mitchell Santner was the most expensive New Zealand bowler. Ish Sodhi took the most wickets (2) for the losing side. Virat Kohli is just 36 runs away from overtaking MS Dhoni's highest run-scoring record as skipper in T20Is.

T20I: India thrash New Zealand in thrilling run chase

<p>Shikhar Dhawan has been ruled out for the T20I series against the Kiwis following a shoulder injury while fielding in the third ODI against Australia. Sanju Samson is set to replace the prolific Indian Opener. The Kerala based cricketer was not in the team squad before as he was already playing in India A.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read-&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-new-zealand-kiwis-eye-redemption-against-virats-men-275768">India vs New Zealand: Kiwis eye redemption against Virat's men</a></p>

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<p>BCCI in a press release said: "An MRI of his shoulder was conducted, and the results have confirmed a grade II injury of his acromioclavicular joint. His hand will be in a sling and he has been advised rest for some time. He will start his active rehab management in the first week of February at the National Cricket Academy,".</p>

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<p>Prithvi Shaw earned his maiden ODI call-up for the&nbsp;three-match series against New Zealand. Prithvi Shaw was banned for 8 months following a doping violation during the&nbsp;domestic season of 2018-19.</p>

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<p>The ban expired in November 2019. Shaw has been a part of the Mumbai Ranji Trophy team and has been in a good form. Indian Cricket Team has a prolonged history for benching their in-form senior openers due to injury, whereas the new-comers out perform the previous openers and cement their spots.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The young gun was included in India A squad for a limited-overs series against the Kiwis, where he showed his class by hitting 150 runs off 100 balls.</p>

<p>Hardik Pandya's woes continue as he failed the fitness test post his surgery. Last seen in September last year, it is unlikely for the 26-year-old cricketer to come back on the field.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pandya is crucial for India's T20 World Cup campaign, his explosive batting and his fast-medium bowling has helped India in the past.</p>


Shikhar Dhawan has been ruled out for the T20I series against the Kiwis following a shoulder injury while fielding in the third ODI against Australia. Sanju Samson is set to replace the prolific Indian Opener.

Shikhar Dhawan has been ruled out for the T20I series against the Kiwis following a shoulder injury while fielding in the third ODI against Australia. Sanju Samson is set to replace the prolific Indian Opener. The Kerala based cricketer was not in the team squad before as he was already playing in India A. Also read- India vs New Zealand: Kiwis eye redemption against Virat's men There is no other way...just put your head down and work hard !!!#routines&beliefs#stronger&stronger#samson 💪🏽😎 pic.twitter.com/dYix1NZpsE — Sanju Samson (@IamSanjuSamson) January 19, 2020 × BCCI in a press release said: "An MRI of his shoulder was conducted, and the results have confirmed a grade II injury of his acromioclavicular joint. His hand will be in a sling and he has been advised rest for some time. He will start his active rehab management in the first week of February at the National Cricket Academy,". NEWS: India’s ODI squad against New Zealand announced: Kohli (C), R. Sharma (VC), P. Shaw, Rahul, Shreyas, M. Pandey, Pant (WK), S. Dube, Kuldeep, Chahal, Jadeja, Bumrah, Shami, Saini, S. Thakur, Kedar Dhawan ruled out of T20I and ODI series. Details - https://t.co/lw5gZey833 pic.twitter.com/5ATv8QTLLe — BCCI (@BCCI) January 21, 2020 × Prithvi Shaw earned his maiden ODI call-up for the three-match series against New Zealand. Prithvi Shaw was banned for 8 months following a doping violation during the domestic season of 2018-19. pic.twitter.com/KXYHcUcBR0 — Prithvi Shaw (@PrithviShaw) July 30, 2019 × The ban expired in November 2019. Shaw has been a part of the Mumbai Ranji Trophy team and has been in a good form. Indian Cricket Team has a prolonged history for benching their in-form senior openers due to injury, whereas the new-comers out perform the previous openers and cement their spots. On my way to New Zealand. Really excited to join my teammates. One of my favourite places where we won the ICC U19 World Cup in 2018. pic.twitter.com/TU3svQgcCQ — Prithvi Shaw (@PrithviShaw) January 16, 2020 × The young gun was included in India A squad for a limited-overs series against the Kiwis, where he showed his class by hitting 150 runs off 100 balls. Hardik Pandya's woes continue as he failed the fitness test post his surgery. Last seen in September last year, it is unlikely for the 26-year-old cricketer to come back on the field. Pandya is crucial for India's T20 World Cup campaign, his explosive batting and his fast-medium bowling has helped India in the past.

India vs New Zealand: Sanju Samson, Prithvi Shaw get place in team squad; Pandya fails fitness test

<p>After overcoming "panic" among fans, Indian captain <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-1st-odi-virat-kohli-looks-forward-to-equal-sachin-tendulkar-and-go-past-ricky-ponting-274161">Virat Kohli</a> appears confident and collected&nbsp;when his side take on Australia in a tense deciding match in their one-day series on Sunday.</p>

<p>Many Indian fans had a near seizure after Australia hammered their side by 10 wickets in the first 50 over game on Tuesday. But <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-2nd-odi-virat-kohli-set-to-return-at-no-3-australia-eye-series-win-274794">Kohli's team dominated</a> Friday's second match and won by 36 runs, with opener Shikhar Dhawan hitting 96 and KL Rahul smashing 80 off 52 balls.</p>

<p>That helped to settle nerves and Kohli looked calm after the win in which he also made 78 in India's 340-6. "We live in the days of social media and a panic button being pressed too early," Kohli said after the game in Rajkot.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read</strong>:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/with-proficient-run-scoring-virat-kohli-proves-why-he-is-the-king-of-the-decade-270044">With proficient run-scoring, Virat Kohli proves why he is the 'king of decade'</a></p>

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<p>Anxiety still remains&nbsp;as Dhawan did not return to the field after being hit on the rib cage by a Pat Cummins bouncer during his 90-ball knock. Vice-captain Rohit Sharma also walked off after injuring his arm diving to prevent a boundary.</p>

<p>"It's that left shoulder that has popped out a few times. There's no tear so hopefully, he should be back for the next game," Kohli said. India experimented with the batting order in Mumbai but stuck with two traditional openers with Kohli at three as they saved the series.</p>

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<p>Steve Smith stood out for Australia with his defiant 98 and stood guard with his team's new-look middle-order before chopping a Kuldeep Yadav delivery on to the stumps.</p>

<p>He put on a threatening 96-run third-wicket stand with Marnus Labuschagne, making his ODI debut in this series. Smith and Labuschagne steadied Australia after David Warner (15) and Aaron Finch (33), unbeaten centurions in the opening match, fell early.</p>

<p>Labuschagne made 46 at number four, and with wicketkeeper-batsman Alex Carey at five, Smith believes the new middle-order would take the team to the 2023 World Cup in India.</p>

<p>"I thought Marnus played really well in his first bat in one-day international cricket," Smith said. "He looked exceptionally good tonight. He hit the gaps hard, ran hard between the wickets and played some nice shots.</p>

<p>"And there's no reason why the three-four-five (batting order) can't stay as it is." Australia were bowled out for 304 in 49.1 overs having fallen steadily behind in the run chase once Smith had gone.</p>

<p>"We timed our chase pretty well when we lose three wickets in between 30 and 40 overs, it halts the ability to be able to go and try and get ten an over," said Smith.</p>

<p>"I would've liked to have batted a bit longer and been there in the happy hour."</p>


After overcoming "panic" among fans, Indian captain Virat Kohli appears confident and collected when his side take on Australia in a tense deciding match in their one-day series on Sunday.

After overcoming "panic" among fans, Indian captain Virat Kohli appears confident and collected when his side take on Australia in a tense deciding match in their one-day series on Sunday. Many Indian fans had a near seizure after Australia hammered their side by 10 wickets in the first 50 over game on Tuesday. But Kohli's team dominated Friday's second match and won by 36 runs, with opener Shikhar Dhawan hitting 96 and KL Rahul smashing 80 off 52 balls. That helped to settle nerves and Kohli looked calm after the win in which he also made 78 in India's 340-6. "We live in the days of social media and a panic button being pressed too early," Kohli said after the game in Rajkot. Also Read: With proficient run-scoring, Virat Kohli proves why he is the 'king of decade' [ Virat Kohli (Courtesy: WION Web Team) ] Anxiety still remains as Dhawan did not return to the field after being hit on the rib cage by a Pat Cummins bouncer during his 90-ball knock. Vice-captain Rohit Sharma also walked off after injuring his arm diving to prevent a boundary. "It's that left shoulder that has popped out a few times. There's no tear so hopefully, he should be back for the next game," Kohli said. India experimented with the batting order in Mumbai but stuck with two traditional openers with Kohli at three as they saved the series. 👊🏼👊🏼👊🏼 #INDvAUS pic.twitter.com/JWMMgFGQpd — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) January 17, 2020 × Steve Smith stood out for Australia with his defiant 98 and stood guard with his team's new-look middle-order before chopping a Kuldeep Yadav delivery on to the stumps. He put on a threatening 96-run third-wicket stand with Marnus Labuschagne, making his ODI debut in this series. Smith and Labuschagne steadied Australia after David Warner (15) and Aaron Finch (33), unbeaten centurions in the opening match, fell early. Labuschagne made 46 at number four, and with wicketkeeper-batsman Alex Carey at five, Smith believes the new middle-order would take the team to the 2023 World Cup in India. "I thought Marnus played really well in his first bat in one-day international cricket," Smith said. "He looked exceptionally good tonight. He hit the gaps hard, ran hard between the wickets and played some nice shots. "And there's no reason why the three-four-five (batting order) can't stay as it is." Australia were bowled out for 304 in 49.1 overs having fallen steadily behind in the run chase once Smith had gone. "We timed our chase pretty well when we lose three wickets in between 30 and 40 overs, it halts the ability to be able to go and try and get ten an over," said Smith. "I would've liked to have batted a bit longer and been there in the happy hour."

Don't panic: Virat Kohli says India ready for Australia showdown

<p>Shikhar Dhawan's brilliant 96 along with Rohit Sharma(42) and skipper Virat Kohli's(78) with a late surge by KL Rahul(80) helped India to clinch the second one-day international against Australia at Rajkot on Friday.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/finch-warner-slay-india-australia-win-first-odi-by-10-wickets-274267">Also Read:&nbsp;Finch, Warner slay India; Australia win first ODI by 10 wickets</a></p>

<p>The Indian bowlers spearheaded by Mohammed Shami played their part as Australia failed to reach the 341-run target set by India with the hosts succumbing 36 short with the visitor's folding up for 304 in 49.1 overs.</p>

<p>Shami was the pick of the bowlers dismissing danger man Warner early with Australia on 20, and then later in the innings grabbed Turner(13) and Cummins(0) as the Australians failed to keep their 10-wicket winning momentum from the first ODI at the Wankhede.</p>

<p>The Australians bowlers were blunted by Shikhar Dhawan's prowess as the Indian opener hit a near run-a-ball 96 in just 90 balls studded with 13 boundaries and one six to take the initiative away from Australia.</p>

<p>The Indian opening pair added 81 for the first wicket in 13 overs serving as a launchpad for India's huge score. Dhawan shared an equally important partnership with skipper Virat Kohli who hit 78 in just 76 balls with six boundaries in a 97-run partnership to put India on top.</p>

<p>Even though Shreyas Iyer fell cheaply for 7 falling to&nbsp;Zampa, the Australians bowlers failed to capitalise.</p>

<p>KL Rahul provided the icing on the cake with a superb 82 in 52 balls in the end overs demolishing the Aussies. KL Rahul&nbsp;hit&nbsp;six boundaries and three sixes to put India in an unassailable position. India's only disappointment was Manish Pandey who failed to click falling to Richardson for just 2 runs.</p>

<p>Zampa was the pick of the Australian bowlers scalping three Indian wickets with Stac proving the most expensive bowler giving away 78 runs in his 10 overs without picking up a wicket.</p>

<p>The Indian bowlers made merry at Rajkot with each bowler claiming wickets - Bumrah(1 wicket), Shami(3 wickets), Saini(2 wickets), Jadeja(2 wickets) and Kuldeep Yadav(2wickets) as the hosts avenged the battering by the Aussies suffered in the first ODI.</p>

<p>Although Smith narrowly missed his ton falling just two runs short hitting 98 in 102 balls with nine boundaries and a six and Labuschagne charging 46 in 47 balls with 4 boundaries but Australia were never seriously in the fight.</p>


Shikhar Dhawan's brilliant 96 along with Rohit Sharma(42) and skipper Virat Kohli's(78) with a late surge by KL Rahul(80) helped India to clinch the second one-day international against Australia at Rajkot on Friday.

Shikhar Dhawan's brilliant 96 along with Rohit Sharma(42) and skipper Virat Kohli's(78) with a late surge by KL Rahul(80) helped India to clinch the second one-day international against Australia at Rajkot on Friday. Also Read: Finch, Warner slay India; Australia win first ODI by 10 wickets The Indian bowlers spearheaded by Mohammed Shami played their part as Australia failed to reach the 341-run target set by India with the hosts succumbing 36 short with the visitor's folding up for 304 in 49.1 overs. Shami was the pick of the bowlers dismissing danger man Warner early with Australia on 20, and then later in the innings grabbed Turner(13) and Cummins(0) as the Australians failed to keep their 10-wicket winning momentum from the first ODI at the Wankhede. The Australians bowlers were blunted by Shikhar Dhawan's prowess as the Indian opener hit a near run-a-ball 96 in just 90 balls studded with 13 boundaries and one six to take the initiative away from Australia. The Indian opening pair added 81 for the first wicket in 13 overs serving as a launchpad for India's huge score. Dhawan shared an equally important partnership with skipper Virat Kohli who hit 78 in just 76 balls with six boundaries in a 97-run partnership to put India on top. Even though Shreyas Iyer fell cheaply for 7 falling to Zampa, the Australians bowlers failed to capitalise. KL Rahul provided the icing on the cake with a superb 82 in 52 balls in the end overs demolishing the Aussies. KL Rahul hit six boundaries and three sixes to put India in an unassailable position. India's only disappointment was Manish Pandey who failed to click falling to Richardson for just 2 runs. Zampa was the pick of the Australian bowlers scalping three Indian wickets with Stac proving the most expensive bowler giving away 78 runs in his 10 overs without picking up a wicket. The Indian bowlers made merry at Rajkot with each bowler claiming wickets - Bumrah(1 wicket), Shami(3 wickets), Saini(2 wickets), Jadeja(2 wickets) and Kuldeep Yadav(2wickets) as the hosts avenged the battering by the Aussies suffered in the first ODI. Although Smith narrowly missed his ton falling just two runs short hitting 98 in 102 balls with nine boundaries and a six and Labuschagne charging 46 in 47 balls with 4 boundaries but Australia were never seriously in the fight.

2nd ODI: India outplay Australia, level series

ICC awards: Winners of Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy over the years

<p>India's Board Control of Cricket in India(BCCI) today released the list of players in the annual player retainership of the year for the senior team. The list had renewed contracts for the players.&nbsp;</p>

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Saini, Mayank, Shreyas, Washington and Deepak Chahar get annual player contracts.<br />
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<p>India's World Cup-winning captain MS Dhoni,38,&nbsp;was dropped from the list. According to ANI sources, Dhoni was given a heads up before this decision.</p>

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<p>"Captain cool"&nbsp;has not played for India since appearing for Team India in the World Cup semi-finals against New Zealand in England last summer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A few days ago coach Ravi Shastri had spilt&nbsp;the beans regarding Dhoni's future, saying that at his age he should focus on&nbsp;T20Is.&nbsp;He has retired from Test cricket.</p>

<p>Dhoni was in "A category" - players in this bracket earn Rs 5 crore.&nbsp;MS Dhoni has played 90 Tests, 350 ODIs, and &nbsp;98 T20I.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Skipper Virat Kohli, Indian vice-captain Rohit Sharma, and top spearhead pacer Jasprit Bumrah have been retained in the highest A+ bracket of Rs 7 crore. Among others, batsman K L Rahul has been promoted from B grade to A.</p>

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<p><strong>BCCI's present List:&nbsp;</strong><br />
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<p><strong>Grade A+ (7 crores)</strong>: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah.</p>

<p><strong>Grade A (5 crores):</strong> Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane, K L Rahul, Shikhar Dhawan, Mohammed Shami, Ishant Sharma, Kuldeep Yadav, Rishabh Pant.</p>

<p><strong>Grade B (3 crores):</strong> Wriddhiman Saha, Umesh Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Hardik Pandya, Mayank Agarwal.</p>

<p><strong>Grade C (1 crore):</strong> Kedar Jadhav, Navdeep Saini, Deepak Chahar, Manish Pandey, Hanuma Vihari, Shardul Thakur, Shreyas Iyer, Washington Sundar.</p>


India's Board Control of Cricket in India(BCCI) today released the list of players in the annual player retainership of the year for the senior team. The list had renewed contracts for the players.

India's Board Control of Cricket in India(BCCI) today released the list of players in the annual player retainership of the year for the senior team. The list had renewed contracts for the players. The BCCI announces the Annual Player Contracts for Team India (Senior Men) for the period from October 2019 to September 2020. Saini, Mayank, Shreyas, Washington and Deepak Chahar get annual player contracts. More details here - https://t.co/84iIn1vs9B #TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/S6ZPq7FBt1 — BCCI (@BCCI) January 16, 2020 × India's World Cup-winning captain MS Dhoni,38, was dropped from the list. According to ANI sources, Dhoni was given a heads up before this decision. Sources: MS Dhoni was informed that he won't be given BCCI's central contact, before the decision was announced today. A player needs to play a minimum of three T20 matches in a particular season to be eligible for BCCI central contract. pic.twitter.com/FHYfvA1PEc — ANI (@ANI) January 16, 2020 × "Captain cool" has not played for India since appearing for Team India in the World Cup semi-finals against New Zealand in England last summer. A few days ago coach Ravi Shastri had spilt the beans regarding Dhoni's future, saying that at his age he should focus on T20Is. He has retired from Test cricket. Dhoni was in "A category" - players in this bracket earn Rs 5 crore. MS Dhoni has played 90 Tests, 350 ODIs, and 98 T20I. Skipper Virat Kohli, Indian vice-captain Rohit Sharma, and top spearhead pacer Jasprit Bumrah have been retained in the highest A+ bracket of Rs 7 crore. Among others, batsman K L Rahul has been promoted from B grade to A. BCCI's present List: Grade A+ (7 crores): Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah. Grade A (5 crores): Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane, K L Rahul, Shikhar Dhawan, Mohammed Shami, Ishant Sharma, Kuldeep Yadav, Rishabh Pant. Grade B (3 crores): Wriddhiman Saha, Umesh Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Hardik Pandya, Mayank Agarwal. Grade C (1 crore): Kedar Jadhav, Navdeep Saini, Deepak Chahar, Manish Pandey, Hanuma Vihari, Shardul Thakur, Shreyas Iyer, Washington Sundar.

BCCI drops Dhoni in central contract list for players

<p>England all-rounder Ben Stokes won the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for becoming the ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year after&nbsp;an extraordinary 2019.</p>

<p>Stokes was&nbsp;‘Man of the Match’ in World Cup finals in 2019. England won the World Cup for the first time. They were playing against New Zealand.</p>

<p>"A World Cup winner and scorer of one of the greatest Test innings of all time, Ben Stokes is the winner of the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for the world player of the year. #ICCAwards," the ICC tweeted.</p>

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<p>Pat Cummins has been awarded 'The Test player of the year 2019' after scalping 59 Test wickets in the year 2019. Pat Cummins is currently World Number 1 Bowler&nbsp;&nbsp;in Tests.</p>

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Pat Cummins is the 2019 Test Cricketer of the Year 👏 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ICCAwards?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ICCAwards</a> <a href="https://t.co/QDC4LW1oHl">pic.twitter.com/QDC4LW1oHl</a></p>
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<p>India's Prolific ODI opener Rohit Sharma won ODI player of the year award. He denied his skipper Virat Kohli a hattrick as the Indian captain&nbsp;has consecutively won the award in 2017 and 2018.&nbsp;</p>

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7️⃣ ODI centuries in 2019<br />
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<p>The Indian Skipper, Virat Kohli has been awarded "ICC Spirit of Cricket 2019" award. He was also made the skipper in Test team of the year and ODI team of the year.</p>

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The Indian captain is the winner of the 2019 Spirit of Cricket Award 🙌 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ICCAwards?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ICCAwards</a> <a href="https://t.co/Z4rVSH8X7x">pic.twitter.com/Z4rVSH8X7x</a></p>
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<p>Australian young gun, Marnus Labushagne wins big in his debut year. The run-machine has just played with 1,104 runs in 17 innings at an average of 64.94 in 2019. He is the highest run-getter in Tests in the year 2019. He was a very well deserved pick for the&nbsp;2019 ICC Men's Emerging Cricketer.</p>

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England all-rounder Ben Stokes won the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for becoming the ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year after an extraordinary 2019. Stokes was ‘Man of the Match’ in World Cup finals in 2019.

England all-rounder Ben Stokes won the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for becoming the ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year after an extraordinary 2019. Stokes was ‘Man of the Match’ in World Cup finals in 2019. England won the World Cup for the first time. They were playing against New Zealand. "A World Cup winner and scorer of one of the greatest Test innings of all time, Ben Stokes is the winner of the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for the world player of the year. #ICCAwards," the ICC tweeted. A World Cup winner and scorer of one of the greatest Test innings of all time, Ben Stokes is the winner of the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for the world player of the year.#ICCAwards pic.twitter.com/5stP1fqSAP — ICC (@ICC) January 15, 2020 × Pat Cummins has been awarded 'The Test player of the year 2019' after scalping 59 Test wickets in the year 2019. Pat Cummins is currently World Number 1 Bowler in Tests. 5️⃣9️⃣ Test wickets in 2019 💪 14 more than any other bowler 👀 Pat Cummins is the 2019 Test Cricketer of the Year 👏 #ICCAwards pic.twitter.com/QDC4LW1oHl — ICC (@ICC) January 15, 2020 × India's Prolific ODI opener Rohit Sharma won ODI player of the year award. He denied his skipper Virat Kohli a hattrick as the Indian captain has consecutively won the award in 2017 and 2018. 5️⃣ #CWC19 centuries 7️⃣ ODI centuries in 2019 Your 2019 ODI Cricketer of the Year is Rohit Sharma.#ICCAwards pic.twitter.com/JYAxBhJcNn — ICC (@ICC) January 15, 2020 × The Indian Skipper, Virat Kohli has been awarded "ICC Spirit of Cricket 2019" award. He was also made the skipper in Test team of the year and ODI team of the year. Who remembers this gesture from Virat Kohli during #CWC19? The Indian captain is the winner of the 2019 Spirit of Cricket Award 🙌 #ICCAwards pic.twitter.com/Z4rVSH8X7x — ICC (@ICC) January 15, 2020 × Australian young gun, Marnus Labushagne wins big in his debut year. The run-machine has just played with 1,104 runs in 17 innings at an average of 64.94 in 2019. He is the highest run-getter in Tests in the year 2019. He was a very well deserved pick for the 2019 ICC Men's Emerging Cricketer. Marnus Labuschagne had a stunning 2019 averaging 64.94 with the bat in Test cricket 🔥 A deserving winner of the 2019 ICC Men's Emerging Cricketer.#ICCAwards pic.twitter.com/OGt1BLqPvy — ICC (@ICC) January 15, 2020 ×

ICC awards: Ben Stokes, Rohit Sharma and Pat Cummins win the top awards

<p>Team India's biggest test of the home season begins today, as they lock horns with Australia in the first ODI amongst the 3 match series in Mumbai.</p>

<p>The Aussies are playing the 50 over ODI matches for the first time, since their exit from the world cup semi-final. Aussies' one-day squad was a part of the dominant home season which featured test and T20 series win over Sri Lanka, Pakistan and New Zealand. They have however made changes to the side that stunned India 2-3 in the last match, as a result, their resurgence began at the world stage.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/australia-tour-of-india-virat-kohli-is-looking-for-exciting-and-competitive-series-marnus-a-threat-of-india-274046"><strong>Also read: India-Australia ODI clash — I do not support people comparing players, says Kohli</strong></a><br />
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David Warner and Steven Smith's return has galvanised the side, whereas Marus Labu-Shane has been given the chance to continue his incredible red-ball form in the short format.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Captain Aaron Finch, Peter Handscomb, Alex Carey, Ashton Turner, and Darcy Short are featured with a new look in the middle order. While the bowling is spearheaded by Pat Cummins, Mitchell Stark, and leg spinner Adam Zampa.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India made its biggest decision that this series will be a personnel choice at the top of the order. Shikhar Dhawan and KL Rahul were believed to be opening slots with Rohit Sharma.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But captain Virat Kohli sprung a surprise on the eve of the match by suggesting all three could play and he could slip down to number 4.</p>

<p>BCCI player of the year Jasprit Bumrah and Mohd Shami lead a formidable pace attack that contains Navdeep Saini and Shardul Thakur in support. While Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, and Ravindra Jadeja will be vying for two slots in the starting eleven.</p>

<p>The match will start at 1:30 PM on Tuesday, January 14.</p>

<p><strong>India Team:</strong> Virat Kohli (c),Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul,Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Kedar Jadhav, Rishabh Pant (wk), Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Navdeep Saini, Jasprit Bumrah, Shardul Thakur, Mohammed Shami.</p>

<p><strong>Australia Team: </strong>Aaron Finch (c), D'Arcy Short, Ashton Agar, Alex Carey (wk), Pat Cummins, Peter Handscomb, Josh Hazlewood, Marnus Labuschagne, Kane Richardson, Steven Smith, Mitchell Starc, Ashton Turner, David Warner, Adam Zampa.</p>


Team India's biggest test of the home season begins today, as they lock horns with Australia in the first ODI amongst the 3 match series in Mumbai. The Aussies are playing the 50 over ODI matches for the first time, since their exit from the world cup semi-final.

Team India's biggest test of the home season begins today, as they lock horns with Australia in the first ODI amongst the 3 match series in Mumbai. The Aussies are playing the 50 over ODI matches for the first time, since their exit from the world cup semi-final. Aussies' one-day squad was a part of the dominant home season which featured test and T20 series win over Sri Lanka, Pakistan and New Zealand. They have however made changes to the side that stunned India 2-3 in the last match, as a result, their resurgence began at the world stage. Also read: India-Australia ODI clash — I do not support people comparing players, says Kohli David Warner and Steven Smith's return has galvanised the side, whereas Marus Labu-Shane has been given the chance to continue his incredible red-ball form in the short format. Captain Aaron Finch, Peter Handscomb, Alex Carey, Ashton Turner, and Darcy Short are featured with a new look in the middle order. While the bowling is spearheaded by Pat Cummins, Mitchell Stark, and leg spinner Adam Zampa. India made its biggest decision that this series will be a personnel choice at the top of the order. Shikhar Dhawan and KL Rahul were believed to be opening slots with Rohit Sharma. But captain Virat Kohli sprung a surprise on the eve of the match by suggesting all three could play and he could slip down to number 4. BCCI player of the year Jasprit Bumrah and Mohd Shami lead a formidable pace attack that contains Navdeep Saini and Shardul Thakur in support. While Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, and Ravindra Jadeja will be vying for two slots in the starting eleven. The match will start at 1:30 PM on Tuesday, January 14. India Team: Virat Kohli (c),Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul,Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Kedar Jadhav, Rishabh Pant (wk), Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Navdeep Saini, Jasprit Bumrah, Shardul Thakur, Mohammed Shami. Australia Team: Aaron Finch (c), D'Arcy Short, Ashton Agar, Alex Carey (wk), Pat Cummins, Peter Handscomb, Josh Hazlewood, Marnus Labuschagne, Kane Richardson, Steven Smith, Mitchell Starc, Ashton Turner, David Warner, Adam Zampa.

India vs Australia, 1st ODI: In-form Indian team to take on confident Aussies

<p>Australia demolished India by ten wickets at the Wankhede on Tuesday with openers Finch and Warner hitting unbeaten centuries in the first one-day international in Mumbai.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-1st-odi-india-all-out-for-255-kohli-misses-chance-to-break-record-274234">Also Read: Starc knocks out Team India; Kohli misses chance to break record</a></p>

<p>The visitors chasing 255 to win wrapped up the match in just 37.4 overs scoring 258 with Warner unbeaten on 128 off just 112 balls and Flinch at the other end giving him company till the end scoring 110 in 114 balls.</p>

<p>Warner with three sixes and captain Finch with two sixes put the Indian bowling to the sword picking up 30 boundaries between them with Warner hitting 17 and Flinch 13 hits to the fence.</p>

<p>None of the Indian bowlers managed to scare the Aussies with Shami giving away 58 runs in 7.4 overs, and Bumrah being hit for 50 runs in his seven-over spell.</p>

<p>The Australian openers were especially severe on Thakur who was hit for 43 runs in his fiver-over spell. Kuldeep Yadav managed to keep the Aussies at bay but still leaked runs giving away 55 runs in his ten overs. Jadeja too couldn't make an impression conceding 41 runs in his eight overs.</p>

<p>Earlier, India managed 255 runs but failed to use up their quota of 50 overs, falling away in 49.1 overs.</p>

<p>After Rohit Sharma fell early(10 runs in 15 balls), Dhawan and KL Rahul stitched a 121-run partnership but after Rahul fell after hitting a patient 47 in 61 balls(4 boundaries)&nbsp;with India on 134, Dhawan too fell scoring 74 runs with India on 140 for 3, the other batsman failed to capitalise including captain Virat Kohli who managed just 16 falling to Zampa's spin.</p>

<p>Pant(28 runs) and Jadeja (25 runs) helped India to go past&nbsp;the 250-run mark but it clearly wasn't enough in the end.</p>


Australia demolished India by ten wickets at the Wankhede on Tuesday with openers Finch and Warner hitting unbeaten centuries in the first one-day international in Mumbai.

Australia demolished India by ten wickets at the Wankhede on Tuesday with openers Finch and Warner hitting unbeaten centuries in the first one-day international in Mumbai. Also Read: Starc knocks out Team India; Kohli misses chance to break record The visitors chasing 255 to win wrapped up the match in just 37.4 overs scoring 258 with Warner unbeaten on 128 off just 112 balls and Flinch at the other end giving him company till the end scoring 110 in 114 balls. Warner with three sixes and captain Finch with two sixes put the Indian bowling to the sword picking up 30 boundaries between them with Warner hitting 17 and Flinch 13 hits to the fence. None of the Indian bowlers managed to scare the Aussies with Shami giving away 58 runs in 7.4 overs, and Bumrah being hit for 50 runs in his seven-over spell. The Australian openers were especially severe on Thakur who was hit for 43 runs in his fiver-over spell. Kuldeep Yadav managed to keep the Aussies at bay but still leaked runs giving away 55 runs in his ten overs. Jadeja too couldn't make an impression conceding 41 runs in his eight overs. Earlier, India managed 255 runs but failed to use up their quota of 50 overs, falling away in 49.1 overs. After Rohit Sharma fell early(10 runs in 15 balls), Dhawan and KL Rahul stitched a 121-run partnership but after Rahul fell after hitting a patient 47 in 61 balls(4 boundaries) with India on 134, Dhawan too fell scoring 74 runs with India on 140 for 3, the other batsman failed to capitalise including captain Virat Kohli who managed just 16 falling to Zampa's spin. Pant(28 runs) and Jadeja (25 runs) helped India to go past the 250-run mark but it clearly wasn't enough in the end.

Finch, Warner slay India; Australia win first ODI by 10 wickets

<p>After losing the toss in Wankhede, India came down to bat. Amidst speculations, India chose to go out with all three openers (Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, and Shikhar Dhawan). Rohit Sharma was back in the team after being rested for series against Sri Lanka.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-1st-odi-virat-kohli-looks-forward-to-equal-sachin-tendulkar-and-go-past-ricky-ponting-274161">India vs Australia, 1st ODI: Virat Kohli looks forward to equal Tendulkar's record and go past Ricky Ponting</a></p>

<p>Rohit Sharma failed to show his magic with the bat against the Aussies.&nbsp;He got out early after he fell for Starc's trick-ball and ended up giving David Warner an easy catch.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-1st-odi-in-form-indian-team-to-take-on-confident-aussies-274112">India vs Australia, 1st ODI: In-form Indian team to take on confident Aussies</a></p>

<p>Shikhar Dhawan and KL Rahul continued their fine form and had 121 runs partnership. This partnership has been the backbone of the scoreline.</p>

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<p>Rahul missed his chance to make half-century by a whisker after he was caught out by Smith, he scored 47 runs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dhawan got out after scoring 74 runs, he was caught out by Ashton Agar.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">He was watchful at the start but has now opened up. Take a look at <a href="https://twitter.com/SDhawan25?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SDhawan25</a>'s twin fours as he takes on Pat Cummins.<br />
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<p>People hoped Virat Kohli to make his record-breaking century, but he fell victim to Adam Zampa after he got out after being caught by the spinner for just 16 runs. Virat now has just two innings to break the records in this series.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shreyas Iyer just scored 4 runs and was caught behind by Alex Carey.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After losing 4 wickets in just 6 overs and the score of 164/5, Indian innings hit a massive speed-breaker. Rishabh Pant and Ravindra Jadeja tried stabilizing the innings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Their 49 runs partnership was the last stabilizing element for the Indian innings. Ravindra Jadeja got out for 25 and Rishab Pant got out 28 runs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kuldeep Yadav and Shami's scores gave India a final push and helped India pose 255.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">ALL OUT! The Indian innings comes to a close with the score at 255 off 49.1 overs. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvAUS?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvAUS</a> scorecard: <a href="https://t.co/QmzEB7zaP7">https://t.co/QmzEB7zaP7</a> <a href="https://t.co/G0Qq1650oL">pic.twitter.com/G0Qq1650oL</a></p>
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<p>Australian Bowlers did a wonderful job by restricting India to a modest total. Each bowler had a wicket to his name.</p>

<p>Mitchell Starc impressed with the ball, he took 3 wickets. Rohit Sharma, Shreyas Iyer, and Shardul Thakur fell victim to him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pat Cummins and Kane Richardson scalped two wickets each. Adam&nbsp;</p>

<p>Zampa and Ashton Agar took one wicket apiece.</p>

<p>Australia is yet to bat, Indian bowlers have to perform well to defend the average total.<br />
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After losing the toss in Wankhede, India came down to bat. Amidst speculations, India chose to go out with all three openers (Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, and Shikhar Dhawan).

After losing the toss in Wankhede, India came down to bat. Amidst speculations, India chose to go out with all three openers (Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, and Shikhar Dhawan). Rohit Sharma was back in the team after being rested for series against Sri Lanka. Also read: India vs Australia, 1st ODI: Virat Kohli looks forward to equal Tendulkar's record and go past Ricky Ponting Rohit Sharma failed to show his magic with the bat against the Aussies. He got out early after he fell for Starc's trick-ball and ended up giving David Warner an easy catch. Also read: India vs Australia, 1st ODI: In-form Indian team to take on confident Aussies Shikhar Dhawan and KL Rahul continued their fine form and had 121 runs partnership. This partnership has been the backbone of the scoreline. Innings Break! After being put to bat first, #TeamIndia are all out for 255 in 49.1 overs. Will it be enough on this Wankhede wicket? #INDvAUS pic.twitter.com/Wg9SZfDaXN — BCCI (@BCCI) January 14, 2020 × Rahul missed his chance to make half-century by a whisker after he was caught out by Smith, he scored 47 runs. Dhawan got out after scoring 74 runs, he was caught out by Ashton Agar. He was watchful at the start but has now opened up. Take a look at @SDhawan25's twin fours as he takes on Pat Cummins. Full video here - https://t.co/pFmxrvi54O #INDvAUS pic.twitter.com/eD2rfOtyyt — BCCI (@BCCI) January 14, 2020 × People hoped Virat Kohli to make his record-breaking century, but he fell victim to Adam Zampa after he got out after being caught by the spinner for just 16 runs. Virat now has just two innings to break the records in this series. Shreyas Iyer just scored 4 runs and was caught behind by Alex Carey. After losing 4 wickets in just 6 overs and the score of 164/5, Indian innings hit a massive speed-breaker. Rishabh Pant and Ravindra Jadeja tried stabilizing the innings. Their 49 runs partnership was the last stabilizing element for the Indian innings. Ravindra Jadeja got out for 25 and Rishab Pant got out 28 runs. Kuldeep Yadav and Shami's scores gave India a final push and helped India pose 255. ALL OUT! The Indian innings comes to a close with the score at 255 off 49.1 overs. #INDvAUS scorecard: https://t.co/QmzEB7zaP7 pic.twitter.com/G0Qq1650oL — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) January 14, 2020 × Australian Bowlers did a wonderful job by restricting India to a modest total. Each bowler had a wicket to his name. Mitchell Starc impressed with the ball, he took 3 wickets. Rohit Sharma, Shreyas Iyer, and Shardul Thakur fell victim to him. Pat Cummins and Kane Richardson scalped two wickets each. Adam Zampa and Ashton Agar took one wicket apiece. Australia is yet to bat, Indian bowlers have to perform well to defend the average total.

India vs Australia, 1st ODI: Starc knocks out Team India; Kohli misses chance to break record

<p>As India finished&nbsp;a stylish series win against Sri Lanka, skipper&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/.../with-proficient-run-scoring-virat-kohli-proves- why-he-is-the-king-of-the-decade-270044">Virat Kohli</a>&nbsp;and bowling spearhead Jasprit Bumrah have continued their dominance when it comes to setting new records.</p>

<p>On Friday, Virat Kohli became&nbsp;the fastest captain to record 11,000 international runs. He achieved this feat after he scored 26 runs in just 17 balls.&nbsp;</p>

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[<em> Virat Kohli during 3rd T20I against Sri Lanka (Courtesy: Twitter/ @BCCI) </em>]</p>

<p>King Kohli took just 196 innings to&nbsp;break&nbsp;Ricky Ponting's record, who was the previous best in the list with 252 innings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kohli is the second Indian skipper to complete 11,000 run-mark after MS Dhoni accomplished it within 324 innings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian captain is overall the sixth skipper to achieve this feat. The list includes cricketing greats such as Graeme Smith (264 innings), Alan Border (316) and Stephen Fleming.</p>

<p><strong>List of captains with most runs</strong></p>

<p>1.) Ricky Ponting - 15440</p>

<p>2.) Graeme Smith - 14878</p>

<p>3.) Stephen Fleming - 11561</p>

<p>4.) MS Dhoni - 11207</p>

<p>5.) Allan Border - 11062</p>

<p>6.) Virat Kohli- 11,000+*&nbsp;</p>

<p>In an ongoing tussle of scoring most runs in T20Is, Virat Kohli once again surpassed his teammate Rohit Sharma to become the leading run-getter.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/we-dominated-the-series-shikhar-dhawan-india-beat-sri-lanka-to-sweep-the-series-273519">'We dominated the series,' says Shikhar Dhawan after India beat Sri Lanka to seal the series</a></p>

<p>Also, frontline pacer Jasprit Bumrah became the leading wicket-taker for India in T20Is,</p>

<p>The 26-year old surpassed R Ashwin and Yuzvendra Chahal after he claimed his 53rd wicket in the very first over of Sri Lankan innings by dismissing&nbsp;Danushka Gunathilaka for just 1.</p>

<p>BCCI also tweeted to congratulate the bowler.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Earlier, India thrashed Sri Lanka by 78 runs to seal the series 2-0. The first match of the series was washed out. India will now play a three-match ODI series against Australia which will begin from 14th January.&nbsp;</p>

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As India finished a stylish series win against Sri Lanka, skipper Virat Kohli and bowling spearhead Jasprit Bumrah have continued their dominance when it comes to setting new records.

As India finished a stylish series win against Sri Lanka, skipper Virat Kohli and bowling spearhead Jasprit Bumrah have continued their dominance when it comes to setting new records. On Friday, Virat Kohli became the fastest captain to record 11,000 international runs. He achieved this feat after he scored 26 runs in just 17 balls. [ Virat Kohli during 3rd T20I against Sri Lanka (Courtesy: Twitter/ @BCCI) ] King Kohli took just 196 innings to break Ricky Ponting's record, who was the previous best in the list with 252 innings. Kohli is the second Indian skipper to complete 11,000 run-mark after MS Dhoni accomplished it within 324 innings. The Indian captain is overall the sixth skipper to achieve this feat. The list includes cricketing greats such as Graeme Smith (264 innings), Alan Border (316) and Stephen Fleming. List of captains with most runs 1.) Ricky Ponting - 15440 2.) Graeme Smith - 14878 3.) Stephen Fleming - 11561 4.) MS Dhoni - 11207 5.) Allan Border - 11062 6.) Virat Kohli- 11,000+* In an ongoing tussle of scoring most runs in T20Is, Virat Kohli once again surpassed his teammate Rohit Sharma to become the leading run-getter. Also read: 'We dominated the series,' says Shikhar Dhawan after India beat Sri Lanka to seal the series Also, frontline pacer Jasprit Bumrah became the leading wicket-taker for India in T20Is, The 26-year old surpassed R Ashwin and Yuzvendra Chahal after he claimed his 53rd wicket in the very first over of Sri Lankan innings by dismissing Danushka Gunathilaka for just 1. BCCI also tweeted to congratulate the bowler. BOOOM 💥💥 Jasprit Bumrah is now the leading wicket-taker in T20Is for #TeamIndia 🎯🎯 pic.twitter.com/7PWeaq2Fyj — BCCI (@BCCI) January 10, 2020 × Earlier, India thrashed Sri Lanka by 78 runs to seal the series 2-0. The first match of the series was washed out. India will now play a three-match ODI series against Australia which will begin from 14th January.

Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah shatter records as India claim series win against Sri Lanka

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/.../dhoni-may-retire-from-odis-soon-ravi-shastri- 273336">Team&nbsp;India</a> are set to face Sri Lanka for the third and final T20I match of the series. This match will be played in Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune. India already leads the series with 1-0. Sri Lanka will be looking forward to win this match to prevent the second consecutive series defeat.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sri Lanka beat Pakistan the Number 1 side in terms of T20I, have found their form a bit sticky after their series against Australia and now India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sri Lanka's batting problem and injuries have led the team to lose past four played T20I matches. (First T20I match was abandoned due to rain against India).</p>

<p>In the second T20I, despite having a batting pitch in Indore, Sri Lanka scored underwhelming 142/9, to which India's reply was 144/3 in just 17.3 overs.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-sri-lanka-2nd-t20i-india-thrash-sri-lanka-by-7-wickets-in-the-second-t20i-take-1-0-lead-272801">India vs Sri Lanka, 2nd T20I: India thrash Sri Lanka by 7 wickets in the second T20I, take 1-0 lead</a></p>

<p>Lanka are&nbsp;struggling to find it's way past in the upcoming T20I World Cup, that's scheduled later this year.</p>

<p>To prevent 5th straight loss, and a second successive series defeat they need to work a plan out in today's match. The last time they played in Pune was a T20I in 2016 when India crumbled down to a low total and managed to win an easy victory.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India did not do a single mistake in the previous T20I match, they could easily chase down the score. But still, they have to play against a stronger team to ensure they're a smooth World Cup run. Rohit Sharma has been given a well-needed rest for this series. In terms of KL Rahul and Shikhar Dhawan, it looks like KL Rahul edges past Dhawan in terms of number and form.</p>

<p>It looks like Virat Kohli giving his Number 3 slot to Shreyas Iyer could be a part of a Plan B, for the World Cup. India is trying to get its top 5 in the batting order stronger, with the help of modern batsmen like Manish Pandey and Sanju Samson.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Weather conditions seem to be perfect in Pune as of now, though it had a cloudy Thursday, today began with a bright sun. The pitch looks favourable for the bowlers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Indian Squad remains unchanged until the last moment of injury.</p>

<p><strong>Probable XI:</strong> KL Rahul, Shikhar Dhawan, Virat Kohli (C), Shreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant (wk), Shivam Dube, Washington Sundar, Shardul Thakur, Kuldeep Yadav, Navdeep Saini, Jasprit Bumrah</p>

<p>Whereas Sri Lanka may have few changes looking at the condition and based on strengthing their batting order, they have decided to drop Isuru Udana, pacer Kasun Rajitha could be played. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/.../cricket-sri-lanka-includes-angelo-mathews-for- t20i-series-against-india-271564">Angelo Mathews</a> was seen for a nets session</p>

<p><strong>Probable XI: </strong>Danushka Gunathilaka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Perera (wk), Oshada Fernando/Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Wanindu Hasaranga, Kasun Rajitha/Lakshan Sandakan, Lasith Malinga (C), Lahiru Kumara&nbsp;</p>

<p>India are the favourites to win this match citing the conditions and the form of both the teams, but cricket is the game of unexpected turn of events.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Teams:</strong></p>

<p><strong>India Squad:</strong> Lokesh Rahul, Shikhar Dhawan, Shreyas Iyer, Virat Kohli(c), Rishabh Pant(w), Shivam Dube, Washington Sundar, Shardul Thakur, Kuldeep Yadav, Navdeep Saini, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja, Manish Pandey, Yuzvendra Chahal, Sanju Samson</p>

<p><strong>Sri Lanka Squad:</strong> Danushka Gunathilaka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Perera(w), Oshada Fernando, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Dasun Shanaka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Wanindu Hasaranga, Lasith Malinga(c), Kasun Rajitha, Lahiru Kumara, Angelo Mathews, Niroshan Dickwella, Kusal Mendis, Lakshan Sandakan<br />
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Team India are set to face Sri Lanka for the third and final T20I match of the series. This match will be played in Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune.

Team India are set to face Sri Lanka for the third and final T20I match of the series. This match will be played in Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune. India already leads the series with 1-0. Sri Lanka will be looking forward to win this match to prevent the second consecutive series defeat. Sri Lanka beat Pakistan the Number 1 side in terms of T20I, have found their form a bit sticky after their series against Australia and now India. Sri Lanka's batting problem and injuries have led the team to lose past four played T20I matches. (First T20I match was abandoned due to rain against India). In the second T20I, despite having a batting pitch in Indore, Sri Lanka scored underwhelming 142/9, to which India's reply was 144/3 in just 17.3 overs. Also Read: India vs Sri Lanka, 2nd T20I: India thrash Sri Lanka by 7 wickets in the second T20I, take 1-0 lead Lanka are struggling to find it's way past in the upcoming T20I World Cup, that's scheduled later this year. To prevent 5th straight loss, and a second successive series defeat they need to work a plan out in today's match. The last time they played in Pune was a T20I in 2016 when India crumbled down to a low total and managed to win an easy victory. India did not do a single mistake in the previous T20I match, they could easily chase down the score. But still, they have to play against a stronger team to ensure they're a smooth World Cup run. Rohit Sharma has been given a well-needed rest for this series. In terms of KL Rahul and Shikhar Dhawan, it looks like KL Rahul edges past Dhawan in terms of number and form. It looks like Virat Kohli giving his Number 3 slot to Shreyas Iyer could be a part of a Plan B, for the World Cup. India is trying to get its top 5 in the batting order stronger, with the help of modern batsmen like Manish Pandey and Sanju Samson. Weather conditions seem to be perfect in Pune as of now, though it had a cloudy Thursday, today began with a bright sun. The pitch looks favourable for the bowlers. Indian Squad remains unchanged until the last moment of injury. Probable XI: KL Rahul, Shikhar Dhawan, Virat Kohli (C), Shreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant (wk), Shivam Dube, Washington Sundar, Shardul Thakur, Kuldeep Yadav, Navdeep Saini, Jasprit Bumrah Whereas Sri Lanka may have few changes looking at the condition and based on strengthing their batting order, they have decided to drop Isuru Udana, pacer Kasun Rajitha could be played. Angelo Mathews was seen for a nets session Probable XI: Danushka Gunathilaka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Perera (wk), Oshada Fernando/Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Wanindu Hasaranga, Kasun Rajitha/Lakshan Sandakan, Lasith Malinga (C), Lahiru Kumara India are the favourites to win this match citing the conditions and the form of both the teams, but cricket is the game of unexpected turn of events. Teams: India Squad: Lokesh Rahul, Shikhar Dhawan, Shreyas Iyer, Virat Kohli(c), Rishabh Pant(w), Shivam Dube, Washington Sundar, Shardul Thakur, Kuldeep Yadav, Navdeep Saini, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja, Manish Pandey, Yuzvendra Chahal, Sanju Samson Sri Lanka Squad: Danushka Gunathilaka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Perera(w), Oshada Fernando, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Dasun Shanaka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Wanindu Hasaranga, Lasith Malinga(c), Kasun Rajitha, Lahiru Kumara, Angelo Mathews, Niroshan Dickwella, Kusal Mendis, Lakshan Sandakan

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<p>Australians&nbsp;are&nbsp;eyeing an exciting ODI series against&nbsp;India at home starting next week&nbsp;with&nbsp;Aaron Finch declaring his team is ready to "give Virat Kohli's men a run for their money."</p>

<p>Finch's teamates -&nbsp;David Warner, Pat Cummins&nbsp;and Marnus Labuschagne have also made their intentions clear ahead of the crucial ODI encounter against Virat's India.</p>

<p>Australian Skipper Aaron Finch said&nbsp;that 'this' Australian side is much more confident to trouble the men in blue.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Australia have the goods to give Virat Kohli's men a run for their money," said Aaron Finch before leaving for the three-match series against India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The former world champions&nbsp;will look to repeat their feat last year when&nbsp;they beat India 3-2 in in an ODI series last year. Australia came back to win the series after trailing in the series.</p>

<p>Finch said&nbsp;that <a href="https://www.wionews.com/.../cricket-labuschagne-leads-as-australia-take- charge-in-sydney-271812">Marnus Labuschagne</a>'s presence in the squad will be vital as the newcomer's form has been fantastic.</p>

<p>Marnus Labuschagne has yet not debuted in the ODI format but has had an amazing run in Tests.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Marnus Labuschagne, the&nbsp;new Aussie batting sensation aspires to be a world-class cricketer in all formats. The latest Australian run machine has 1,495 in 14 Tests with an average of 63 with one double century.</p>

<p>Labuschagne who counts Virat as one of his heroes is expected to make his debut&nbsp;against India at the Wankhede in Mumbai on January 14.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/.../cricket-stunned-new-zealand-fight-to-save- second-australia-test-270820">David Warner</a> surely seems excited about his trip to India and his Indian fans. He posted a photo Instagram and shared his thoughts on the forthcoming series.</p>

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<p>Australian pace spearhead Pat Cummins said&nbsp;that spinners will play a crucial role in the series against India.</p>

<p>In ODIs, Australia dominates India with having won 77 matches and losing 49&nbsp;with&nbsp;no results in 10 matches.</p>


Australians are eyeing an exciting ODI series against India at home starting next week with Aaron Finch declaring his team is ready to "give Virat Kohli's men a run for their money.

Australians are eyeing an exciting ODI series against India at home starting next week with Aaron Finch declaring his team is ready to "give Virat Kohli's men a run for their money." Finch's teamates - David Warner, Pat Cummins and Marnus Labuschagne have also made their intentions clear ahead of the crucial ODI encounter against Virat's India. Australian Skipper Aaron Finch said that 'this' Australian side is much more confident to trouble the men in blue. "Australia have the goods to give Virat Kohli's men a run for their money," said Aaron Finch before leaving for the three-match series against India. The former world champions will look to repeat their feat last year when they beat India 3-2 in in an ODI series last year. Australia came back to win the series after trailing in the series. Finch said that Marnus Labuschagne's presence in the squad will be vital as the newcomer's form has been fantastic. Marnus Labuschagne has yet not debuted in the ODI format but has had an amazing run in Tests. Marnus Labuschagne, the new Aussie batting sensation aspires to be a world-class cricketer in all formats. The latest Australian run machine has 1,495 in 14 Tests with an average of 63 with one double century. Labuschagne who counts Virat as one of his heroes is expected to make his debut against India at the Wankhede in Mumbai on January 14. David Warner surely seems excited about his trip to India and his Indian fans. He posted a photo Instagram and shared his thoughts on the forthcoming series. View this post on Instagram India here we come!! It’s going to be a great 3 game series. Looking forward to seeing all our Indian fans 👍👍 A post shared by David Warner (@davidwarner31) on Jan 8, 2020 at 5:16pm PST × Australian pace spearhead Pat Cummins said that spinners will play a crucial role in the series against India. In ODIs, Australia dominates India with having won 77 matches and losing 49 with no results in 10 matches.

Australia have the goods to give Virat Kohli's men a run for their money: Finch ahead of ODI series against India

<p>After taking two wickets in the first <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-sri-lanka-2nd-t20i-india-thrash-sri-lanka-by-7-wickets-in-the-second-t20i-take-1-0-lead-272801">T20I </a>against Sri Lanka, India pacer <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/indias-navdeep-saini-found-guilty-of-breaching-icc-code-of-conduct-240813">Navdeep Saini</a> has said that he just wanted to gain confidence from the game and be prepared for any situation in the future.</p>

<p>In the match against Sri Lanka, Saini was able to showcase good death bowling skills as he continued to bowl consistent yorkers. His partner Shardul Thakur also left an impression with bowl after scalping three wickets.</p>

<p>This effort by the bowlers helped the Men in Blue restrict Sri Lanka to just 142/7 in the allotted twenty overs. India easily chased down the total with seven wickets in hand and 15 balls to spare.</p>

<p>"As soon as the match started, I thought the wicket was flat. I thought I can do well, I was wanted to gain confidence from this match. I bowled good yorkers today. Whenever I have heard Bumrah talk about bowling his yorkers, he always talked accuracy when you try to bowl the ball," Saini told Yuzvendra Chahal on 'Chahal TV'.</p>

<p>"I am very lucky to finally make my debut on Chahal TV. It's all about handling pressure, I took three wickets and all of them came in a crucial time, I am happy," Shardul Thakur said.</p>

<p>For India, KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer starred with the bat after playing knocks of 45 and 34 respectively.</p>

<p>Both were not able to stay till the end, and skipper <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-receives-official-warning-and-one-demerit-point-for-breaching-icc-code-of-conduct-251527">Virat Kohli</a> took the side over the line. Kohli remained unbeaten on 30.</p>

<p>India and Sri Lanka will next take on each other in the third T20I of the three-match series on Friday, January 10.</p>


After taking two wickets in the first T20I against Sri Lanka, India pacer Navdeep Saini has said that he just wanted to gain confidence from the game and be prepared for any situation in the future.

After taking two wickets in the first T20I against Sri Lanka, India pacer Navdeep Saini has said that he just wanted to gain confidence from the game and be prepared for any situation in the future. In the match against Sri Lanka, Saini was able to showcase good death bowling skills as he continued to bowl consistent yorkers. His partner Shardul Thakur also left an impression with bowl after scalping three wickets. This effort by the bowlers helped the Men in Blue restrict Sri Lanka to just 142/7 in the allotted twenty overs. India easily chased down the total with seven wickets in hand and 15 balls to spare. "As soon as the match started, I thought the wicket was flat. I thought I can do well, I was wanted to gain confidence from this match. I bowled good yorkers today. Whenever I have heard Bumrah talk about bowling his yorkers, he always talked accuracy when you try to bowl the ball," Saini told Yuzvendra Chahal on 'Chahal TV'. "I am very lucky to finally make my debut on Chahal TV. It's all about handling pressure, I took three wickets and all of them came in a crucial time, I am happy," Shardul Thakur said. For India, KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer starred with the bat after playing knocks of 45 and 34 respectively. Both were not able to stay till the end, and skipper Virat Kohli took the side over the line. Kohli remained unbeaten on 30. India and Sri Lanka will next take on each other in the third T20I of the three-match series on Friday, January 10.

Wanted to gain confidence from first T20I against Sri Lanka: Navdeep Saini

<p>After helping India secure a massive win over Sri Lanka in the second <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-sri-lanka-includes-angelo-mathews-for-t20i-series-against-india-271564">T20I</a>, bowler <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/chennai-pacer-shardul-thakurs-parents-injured-in-road-accident-135773">Shardul Thakur</a> said he is satisfied with his performance and it makes him happy to perform on an international level.</p>

<p>"Pretty much. I have been working hard for it and in an international game, when it pays off, it really makes me happy," Thakur said in the post-match press conference when asked if he was satisfied with the performance.</p>

<p>India secured a seven-wicket victory over Sri Lanka here on Tuesday and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sponsored-by-rohit-sharma-virat-kohli-reading-detox-your-ego-confuses-twitterati-245478">Virat Kohli</a>-led team gained a 1-0 lead in the three-match T20I series. Thakur picked up three wickets in the 19th over which throttled Sri Lanka's batting.</p>

<p>Sri Lanka only managed to score 142 runs which India easily chased.</p>

<p>Thakur also stated that playing cricket continuously for the last two-three years has helped him to get better at his game.</p>

<p>"I feel, T20 is such a short format and it is always going to be up and down. The more you play, the more experience you get and you keep learning. Whereas, the five-day format is a more settled format and you have time to think about your game. But in T20, you have to make precise decisions," he said.</p>

<p>Thakur further credited his innings in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2018-as-ipl-begins-heres-a-throwback-to-all-pulsating-themes-of-previous-seasons-36446">IPL</a> and domestic cricket for giving him an edge in his performance, over the years.</p>

<p>"...Over a period of years, while practicing, I have been developing my skills and just brushing it up. I think by playing continuously for the last 2-3 years, in the IPL and domestic circuit, I am getting better," Thakur added.</p>

<p>The third T20I between India and Sri Lanka will be played on January 20.</p>


After helping India secure a massive win over Sri Lanka in the second T20I, bowler Shardul Thakur said he is satisfied with his performance and it makes him happy to perform on an international level.

After helping India secure a massive win over Sri Lanka in the second T20I, bowler Shardul Thakur said he is satisfied with his performance and it makes him happy to perform on an international level. "Pretty much. I have been working hard for it and in an international game, when it pays off, it really makes me happy," Thakur said in the post-match press conference when asked if he was satisfied with the performance. India secured a seven-wicket victory over Sri Lanka here on Tuesday and Virat Kohli-led team gained a 1-0 lead in the three-match T20I series. Thakur picked up three wickets in the 19th over which throttled Sri Lanka's batting. Sri Lanka only managed to score 142 runs which India easily chased. Thakur also stated that playing cricket continuously for the last two-three years has helped him to get better at his game. "I feel, T20 is such a short format and it is always going to be up and down. The more you play, the more experience you get and you keep learning. Whereas, the five-day format is a more settled format and you have time to think about your game. But in T20, you have to make precise decisions," he said. Thakur further credited his innings in IPL and domestic cricket for giving him an edge in his performance, over the years. "...Over a period of years, while practicing, I have been developing my skills and just brushing it up. I think by playing continuously for the last 2-3 years, in the IPL and domestic circuit, I am getting better," Thakur added. The third T20I between India and Sri Lanka will be played on January 20.

T20I: 'Worked hard, happy with my performance,' says Shardul Thakur post victory over Sri Lanka

It surely was a star-studded party as Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Varun Dhawan and his fiance Natasha Dalal rang in the new year together in picturesque Switzerland.

It surely was a star-studded party as Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Varun Dhawan and his fiance Natasha Dalal rang in the new year together in picturesque Switzerland. The three couples have been stationed in Switzerland for the past few days and came together to celebrate New Year's eve together. Anushka shared a video of the stars together wishing fans new year greetings. View this post on Instagram A post shared by AnushkaSharma1588 (@anushkasharma) on Dec 31, 2019 at 7:26pm PST × 🎥 | @AnushkaSharma, @imVkohli, @Varun_dvn, #KareenaKapoorKhan and #SaifAliKhan wishing everyone a happy new year 🥳💕 #HappyNewYear2020 pic.twitter.com/vR3zaNlJWp — Anushka Sharma FC™ (@AnushkaSFanCIub) January 1, 2020 × Both Virat and Anushka have been sharing photos from their vacation for the past few days. View this post on Instagram A post shared by AnushkaSharma1588 (@anushkasharma) on Dec 31, 2019 at 5:18am PST × View this post on Instagram Hello frands 🙋‍♀️ ! @varundvn @natashadalal88 A post shared by AnushkaSharma1588 (@anushkasharma) on Dec 29, 2019 at 10:53am PST × View this post on Instagram On point for 2020 ❤️ A post shared by Virat Kohli (@virat.kohli) on Dec 31, 2019 at 7:32pm PST × View this post on Instagram A post shared by Virat Kohli (@virat.kohli) on Dec 31, 2019 at 6:00am PST × Accompanying Kareena and Saif was their son Taimur Ali Khan. Earlier the couple enjoyed some quality time with Kareena's sister, actress Karisma Kapoor and her two children. View this post on Instagram This is how we roll into 2020 #happynewyear #goodnewz # 2020herewecome ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ A post shared by Poonam Damania (@poonamdamania) on Dec 31, 2019 at 12:13pm PST × Karisma had also shared a photo of the Kapoor sisters with Varun Dhawan who is holidaying with girlfriend Natasha Dalal. Rumours are rife that the couple will be tying the knot later this year, although there has been no confirmation from the actor's side so far. View this post on Instagram While we posed.. ❄️❤️💕 #swissalps #sistersledge #holidays A post shared by KK (@therealkarismakapoor) on Dec 28, 2019 at 5:19am PST × The party also had Jacqueline Fernandez in attendance. Jacqueline too shared multiple videos with her 'Judwaa 2' co-star.

Anushka, Virat ring in the new year with Saif, Kareena and Varun 

<p><em><strong>By: Amartya Sharma</strong></em></p>

<p>Who would have known, the kid who raised a lot of questions after he made it to the 2011 World Cup squad, will shut their mouth by becoming India's or we can say the World's best run-scoring machines.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Virat Kohli broke the record by scoring 11125 runs in ODI's in the last decade.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Beating the previous record-holder Ricky Ponting who scored 9130 runs between 2000-2009. Sachin is third in the rankings by scoring 8571 during the 1990-1999 tenure. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Not only this, Kohli holds the record of most centuries in a decade. He smashed 42 centuries in ODI cricket. He stands on 70 centuries at the moment and is expected to break the record of cricketing legend Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In terms of most runs in a decade in ODI's, India's prolific opening batsman, Rohit Sharma stands second with 8249 runs with 3 massive double centuries, 28 centuries and 39 fifties. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Virat Kohli has overall scored 20,960 runs across all formats in the past decade with the mammoth number of 69 centuries and an average of 57.58, he tops the list.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Second to him in this decade is Hashim Amla who is 5000 runs short of Virat's numbers with 15,816 runs. Ponting held this record too before. He scored 18,962 runs during his dominance between 2000-2009.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Virat Kohli has turned out to be India's one of the best captains. He led India in 83 matches where India won 60, lost 20 and tied 1. (Other two matches were abandoned) With a win-loss ratio of 3.00, which is currently the best on the world.&nbsp;</p>

<p>MS Dhoni-led India to 71 victories in 130 matches, he is said to be the greatest captain of all as he is the only Captain to win all the ICC Trophies in the World. Virat Kohli right now leads India's dominating white jersey team, who stand top on the World test Championship table.</p>


By: Amartya Sharma Who would have known, the kid who raised a lot of questions after he made it to the 2011 World Cup squad, will shut their mouth by becoming India's or we can say the World's best run-scoring machines.

By: Amartya Sharma Who would have known, the kid who raised a lot of questions after he made it to the 2011 World Cup squad, will shut their mouth by becoming India's or we can say the World's best run-scoring machines. Virat Kohli broke the record by scoring 11125 runs in ODI's in the last decade. Beating the previous record-holder Ricky Ponting who scored 9130 runs between 2000-2009. Sachin is third in the rankings by scoring 8571 during the 1990-1999 tenure. Not only this, Kohli holds the record of most centuries in a decade. He smashed 42 centuries in ODI cricket. He stands on 70 centuries at the moment and is expected to break the record of cricketing legend Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar. In terms of most runs in a decade in ODI's, India's prolific opening batsman, Rohit Sharma stands second with 8249 runs with 3 massive double centuries, 28 centuries and 39 fifties. Virat Kohli has overall scored 20,960 runs across all formats in the past decade with the mammoth number of 69 centuries and an average of 57.58, he tops the list. Second to him in this decade is Hashim Amla who is 5000 runs short of Virat's numbers with 15,816 runs. Ponting held this record too before. He scored 18,962 runs during his dominance between 2000-2009. Virat Kohli has turned out to be India's one of the best captains. He led India in 83 matches where India won 60, lost 20 and tied 1. (Other two matches were abandoned) With a win-loss ratio of 3.00, which is currently the best on the world. MS Dhoni-led India to 71 victories in 130 matches, he is said to be the greatest captain of all as he is the only Captain to win all the ICC Trophies in the World. Virat Kohli right now leads India's dominating white jersey team, who stand top on the World test Championship table.

With proficient run-scoring, Virat Kohli proves why he is the 'king of decade'

<p>Skipper Virat Kohli smashed 85 to help India pull off a nervous chase of 316 to win the third one-day international by four wickets against West Indies and clinch the series on Sunday.</p>

<p>India relied on a key 58-run sixth-wicket stand between Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja, unbeaten on 39 off 31 balls, to achieve their target with eight balls to spare in Cuttack.</p>

<p>Paceman Keemo Paul claimed three wickets, including that of Kohli in the 47th over, before Jadeja and Shardul Thakur, 17 not out, took the team home and to a 2-1 series win.</p>

<p>"Having done it so many times, you obviously have a bit more calmness and you understand how the dew is playing and all you need is a short partnership," said Kohli, who was named man of the match.</p>

<p>"It was outstanding to see others finishing the game. I had a nervous look when I walked back, but when I watched 'Jaddu' (Jadeja) he looked very confident."</p>

<p>Rohit Sharma, who made 63, and KL Rahul, on 77, laid the foundation of the team's chase with an opening partnership of 122 after the West Indies posted 315 for five.</p>

<p>West Indies skipper Kieron Pollard and Nicholas Pooran put together 135 runs for the fifth wicket to lift their side from 144 for four to a fighting total.</p>

<p>Pollard remained unbeaten on 74 off 51 deliveries after Pooran hit an attacking 89 to pulverise the Indian bowling in the last 10 overs that produced 118 runs for the West Indies.</p>

<p><strong>Saini debut</strong></p>

<p>In response, Kohli, who made India bowl first after winning the toss, batted with conviction despite wickets falling from the other end to make the second-ranked ODI side finish the year on a high.</p>

<p>Jason Holder got Sharma caught behind and Alzarri Joseph sent Rahul trudging back to the pavilion after his second successive score of 50 plus. He made 102 in India's series-levelling second ODI.</p>

<p>But Kohli kept up the attack during his 81-ball knock despite wickets falling at the other end before chopping a wide delivery on the offside onto his stumps.</p>

<p>Thakur then hit two fours and a six in his six-ball cameo to bring the packed house back to life as he celebrated the win with Jadeja.</p>

<p>Sharma, who ended the year as the top ODI batsman with 1,490 runs in 28 matches, was named man of the series for his 258 runs including a knock of 159 in the second ODI.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kohli is next with 1,377 runs in 26 ODIs.</p>

<p>India paceman Navdeep Saini claimed two wickets after being handed his ODI cap by Kohli.</p>

<p>The 27-year-old Saini got his maiden ODI wicket after sending the dangerous Shimron Hetmyer back to the pavilion for 37.</p>

<p>Hetmyer's wicket ended a 62-run third-wicket stand with Roston Chase who was bowled by a toe-crushing yorker from Saini for 38.</p>

<p>But Pooran counter-attacked and completed his second successive fifty with a six off left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav, who went wicketless after coming into the game with 99 scalps.</p>

<p>He hit 10 fours and three sixes in his knock that lasted 64 balls before falling to Thakur with a mistimed hit to deep point.</p>

<p>"I don't think there's much to be disappointed about. Obviously results matter but if you look at where we are from where we've come from, I can't fault the boys, they showed their mettle," said Pollard.</p>

<p>Pant dropped three catches to give Chase (on nought), Hetmyer (on nine) and Pooran (on 52) extended stays at the wicket.</p>

<p>India will next host Sri Lanka for a three-match Twenty20 series starting January 5.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Australia will also travel to India for three ODI matches starting January 14.</p>


Skipper Virat Kohli smashed 85 to help India pull off a nervous chase of 316 to win the third one-day international by four wickets against West Indies and clinch the series on Sunday.

Skipper Virat Kohli smashed 85 to help India pull off a nervous chase of 316 to win the third one-day international by four wickets against West Indies and clinch the series on Sunday. India relied on a key 58-run sixth-wicket stand between Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja, unbeaten on 39 off 31 balls, to achieve their target with eight balls to spare in Cuttack. Paceman Keemo Paul claimed three wickets, including that of Kohli in the 47th over, before Jadeja and Shardul Thakur, 17 not out, took the team home and to a 2-1 series win. "Having done it so many times, you obviously have a bit more calmness and you understand how the dew is playing and all you need is a short partnership," said Kohli, who was named man of the match. "It was outstanding to see others finishing the game. I had a nervous look when I walked back, but when I watched 'Jaddu' (Jadeja) he looked very confident." Rohit Sharma, who made 63, and KL Rahul, on 77, laid the foundation of the team's chase with an opening partnership of 122 after the West Indies posted 315 for five. West Indies skipper Kieron Pollard and Nicholas Pooran put together 135 runs for the fifth wicket to lift their side from 144 for four to a fighting total. Pollard remained unbeaten on 74 off 51 deliveries after Pooran hit an attacking 89 to pulverise the Indian bowling in the last 10 overs that produced 118 runs for the West Indies. Saini debut In response, Kohli, who made India bowl first after winning the toss, batted with conviction despite wickets falling from the other end to make the second-ranked ODI side finish the year on a high. Jason Holder got Sharma caught behind and Alzarri Joseph sent Rahul trudging back to the pavilion after his second successive score of 50 plus. He made 102 in India's series-levelling second ODI. But Kohli kept up the attack during his 81-ball knock despite wickets falling at the other end before chopping a wide delivery on the offside onto his stumps. Thakur then hit two fours and a six in his six-ball cameo to bring the packed house back to life as he celebrated the win with Jadeja. Sharma, who ended the year as the top ODI batsman with 1,490 runs in 28 matches, was named man of the series for his 258 runs including a knock of 159 in the second ODI. Kohli is next with 1,377 runs in 26 ODIs. India paceman Navdeep Saini claimed two wickets after being handed his ODI cap by Kohli. The 27-year-old Saini got his maiden ODI wicket after sending the dangerous Shimron Hetmyer back to the pavilion for 37. Hetmyer's wicket ended a 62-run third-wicket stand with Roston Chase who was bowled by a toe-crushing yorker from Saini for 38. But Pooran counter-attacked and completed his second successive fifty with a six off left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav, who went wicketless after coming into the game with 99 scalps. He hit 10 fours and three sixes in his knock that lasted 64 balls before falling to Thakur with a mistimed hit to deep point. "I don't think there's much to be disappointed about. Obviously results matter but if you look at where we are from where we've come from, I can't fault the boys, they showed their mettle," said Pollard. Pant dropped three catches to give Chase (on nought), Hetmyer (on nine) and Pooran (on 52) extended stays at the wicket. India will next host Sri Lanka for a three-match Twenty20 series starting January 5. Australia will also travel to India for three ODI matches starting January 14.

India beat West Indies to clinch ODI series 2-1

<p>Forbes revealed its Indian list of Celebrity 100 for 2019 and you will be surprised to see that cricketer Virat Kohli left all actors behind to take the first position. The Indian cricket team captain replaced Salman Khan on the first position as the handsome actor climbed down to number 3.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The second position was taken by Akshay Kumar who had several film releases this year and was also a part of many brand endorsements, making a big chunk of his annual earnings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Virat managed his uphill task to the top position, and was successful for the first time in eight years since the launch of Forbes India Celebrity 100 List, to replace all Indian actors. He earned Rs 252.72 crore between October 1, 2018, and September 30, 2019. His earnings are a collective of match fees, the BCCI central contract, brand endorsements and an eight-figure fee for every sponsored Instagram post.</p>

<p>Second on the list, Akshay Kumar earned Rs 293.25 crore while Salman Khan, who ruled at the top since 2016 slipped to number 3 with Rs 229.25.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The 2019 Forbes India Celebrity 100 list is now LIVE! For the first time ever, a cricketer—<a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@imVkohli</a>—tops the list, pushing Bollywood biggie <a href="https://twitter.com/BeingSalmanKhan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BeingSalmanKhan</a> down from #1 to #3. Check out the full list here <a href="https://t.co/7bW2G2ODYI">https://t.co/7bW2G2ODYI</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ForbesIndiaCeleb100?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ForbesIndiaCeleb100</a> <a href="https://t.co/9nNEU9D3C8">pic.twitter.com/9nNEU9D3C8</a></p>
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<p>Amitabh Bachchan is on number 4 while MS Dhoni totals the top five on the list.</p>

<p>Another interesting thing to note is that we have two female actors in the top 10 list: Alia Bhatt and Deepika Padukone (number 8 and 10 respectively).&nbsp;</p>

<p>As for other female actors, we have first-time entrants Disha Patani, Kriti Sanon and Sara Ali Khan -- who made it because of their films, endorsements and overall buzz around them this year that translated to money.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shah Rukh Khan kept steady in the top ten list, even though he had no release this year. He did not sign up for anything, up until now, after the debacle of ‘Zero’.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">.<a href="https://twitter.com/iamsrk?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@iamsrk</a> occupies the 6th spot on the 2019 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ForbesIndiaCeleb100?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ForbesIndiaCeleb100</a> list despite a quiet 2019, with about Rs 125 crore in estimated earnings. <a href="https://twitter.com/RedChilliesEnt?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RedChilliesEnt</a> though has been scoring big with the Rs 100-crore <a href="https://twitter.com/BadlaTheFilm?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BadlaTheFilm</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/netflix?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@netflix</a> original <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BardOfBlood?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BardOfBlood</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ShahRukhKhan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ShahRukhKhan</a> <a href="https://t.co/0TdTN8oWm7">pic.twitter.com/0TdTN8oWm7</a></p>
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<p>Forbes also accounted into the picture the role of OTT platforms this year, that heavily impacted the earnings of actors as they were a part of popular series. It particularly changed the fate of actors, Kalki Koechlin who was seen in ‘Made in Heaven’, ‘Sacred Games’&nbsp;and Saif Ali Khan who was seen in ‘Sacred Games’.&nbsp;</p>


Forbes revealed its Indian list of Celebrity 100 for 2019 and you will be surprised to see that cricketer Virat Kohli left all actors behind to take the first position.

Forbes revealed its Indian list of Celebrity 100 for 2019 and you will be surprised to see that cricketer Virat Kohli left all actors behind to take the first position. The Indian cricket team captain replaced Salman Khan on the first position as the handsome actor climbed down to number 3. The second position was taken by Akshay Kumar who had several film releases this year and was also a part of many brand endorsements, making a big chunk of his annual earnings. Virat managed his uphill task to the top position, and was successful for the first time in eight years since the launch of Forbes India Celebrity 100 List, to replace all Indian actors. He earned Rs 252.72 crore between October 1, 2018, and September 30, 2019. His earnings are a collective of match fees, the BCCI central contract, brand endorsements and an eight-figure fee for every sponsored Instagram post. Second on the list, Akshay Kumar earned Rs 293.25 crore while Salman Khan, who ruled at the top since 2016 slipped to number 3 with Rs 229.25. The 2019 Forbes India Celebrity 100 list is now LIVE! For the first time ever, a cricketer—@imVkohli—tops the list, pushing Bollywood biggie @BeingSalmanKhan down from #1 to #3. Check out the full list here https://t.co/7bW2G2ODYI #ForbesIndiaCeleb100 pic.twitter.com/9nNEU9D3C8 — Forbes India (@forbes_india) December 19, 2019 × Amitabh Bachchan is on number 4 while MS Dhoni totals the top five on the list. Another interesting thing to note is that we have two female actors in the top 10 list: Alia Bhatt and Deepika Padukone (number 8 and 10 respectively). As for other female actors, we have first-time entrants Disha Patani, Kriti Sanon and Sara Ali Khan -- who made it because of their films, endorsements and overall buzz around them this year that translated to money. Shah Rukh Khan kept steady in the top ten list, even though he had no release this year. He did not sign up for anything, up until now, after the debacle of ‘Zero’. .@iamsrk occupies the 6th spot on the 2019 #ForbesIndiaCeleb100 list despite a quiet 2019, with about Rs 125 crore in estimated earnings. @RedChilliesEnt though has been scoring big with the Rs 100-crore @BadlaTheFilm and @netflix original #BardOfBlood #ShahRukhKhan pic.twitter.com/0TdTN8oWm7 — Forbes India (@forbes_india) December 19, 2019 × Forbes also accounted into the picture the role of OTT platforms this year, that heavily impacted the earnings of actors as they were a part of popular series. It particularly changed the fate of actors, Kalki Koechlin who was seen in ‘Made in Heaven’, ‘Sacred Games’ and Saif Ali Khan who was seen in ‘Sacred Games’.

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