BCCI on Monday affirmed Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav as replacements for the injured players. Both Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav, who are right now with the limited-overs side in Sri Lanka, will travel to England to join the Test squad for the Test series against England.

"All-rounder Washington Sundar had taken an injection on his right-hand bowling finger. However, his recovery will take longer than expected and he is not bowling-fit. He is ruled out of the remainder of the tour," the statement read.

"Fast bowler Avesh Khan suffered a blow to his left thumb on Day 1 of the warm-up game. He was taken for an X-Ray and the result confirmed a fracture. A specialist was consulted for further management of his injury. He is ruled out of India’s Tour of England."

"The All-India Senior Selection Committee has named Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav as replacements," said BCCI in a press release.

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The Indian cricket board additionally mentioned Shubman Gill's fitness status. Shubman has been ruled out of the five-match Test series beginning on August 4 because of a strain injury on his leg in the World Test Championship final.&nbsp;

"Opening batsman Shubman Gill sustained a developing stress reaction on his left lower leg during the World Test Championship final. This was confirmed via an MRI scan. He is ruled out of the tour and has returned back to India," BCCI said.

Rishabh Pant has recuperated from COVID-19 with two negative RT-PCR tests. He has joined the team back and has started his preparations for the impending Test series.&nbsp;

Additionally, Bharat Arun, wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha, and opener Abhimanyu Easwaran have finished their self-quarantine in London and have now joined Team India in Durham.&nbsp;

India squad for England Tests: Rohit Sharma, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli (Captain), Ajinkya Rahane (bad habit chief), Hanuma Vihari, Rishabh Pant (wicket-manager), R. Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Ishant Sharma, Mohd. Shami, Md. Siraj, Shardul Thakur, Umesh Yadav, KL Rahul, Wriddhiman Saha (wicket-guardian), Abhimanyu Easwaran, Prithvi Shaw, Suryakumar Yadav

BCCI on Monday affirmed Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav as replacements for the injured players. Both Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav, who are right now with the limited-overs side in Sri Lanka, will travel to England to join the Test squad for the Test series against England.

BCCI on Monday affirmed Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav as replacements for the injured players. Both Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav, who are right now with the limited-overs side in Sri Lanka, will travel to England to join the Test squad for the Test series against England. "All-rounder Washington Sundar had taken an injection on his right-hand bowling finger. However, his recovery will take longer than expected and he is not bowling-fit. He is ruled out of the remainder of the tour," the statement read. "Fast bowler Avesh Khan suffered a blow to his left thumb on Day 1 of the warm-up game. He was taken for an X-Ray and the result confirmed a fracture. A specialist was consulted for further management of his injury. He is ruled out of India’s Tour of England." "The All-India Senior Selection Committee has named Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav as replacements," said BCCI in a press release. ALSO READ: You have to score big runs': Former Pakistan skipper on Prithvi Shaw's comparisons The Indian cricket board additionally mentioned Shubman Gill's fitness status. Shubman has been ruled out of the five-match Test series beginning on August 4 because of a strain injury on his leg in the World Test Championship final. "Opening batsman Shubman Gill sustained a developing stress reaction on his left lower leg during the World Test Championship final. This was confirmed via an MRI scan. He is ruled out of the tour and has returned back to India," BCCI said. Rishabh Pant has recuperated from COVID-19 with two negative RT-PCR tests. He has joined the team back and has started his preparations for the impending Test series. Additionally, Bharat Arun, wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha, and opener Abhimanyu Easwaran have finished their self-quarantine in London and have now joined Team India in Durham. India squad for England Tests: Rohit Sharma, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli (Captain), Ajinkya Rahane (bad habit chief), Hanuma Vihari, Rishabh Pant (wicket-manager), R. Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Ishant Sharma, Mohd. Shami, Md. Siraj, Shardul Thakur, Umesh Yadav, KL Rahul, Wriddhiman Saha (wicket-guardian), Abhimanyu Easwaran, Prithvi Shaw, Suryakumar Yadav

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Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar said that the batsmen of today's generation are "fortunate" as they haven't faced some of the legendary bowlers like Shane Warne, Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis and himself. During an interview with an India-based media house, the 45-year-old former fast bowler spoke about how the game of cricket has deteriorated over the past few years. He said that cricket has "not evolved", only the shots have "evolved". Akhtar said, "The quality of the game has deteriorated in the last 10 years. The deterioration has happened."&nbsp;

Speaking further, the Rawalpindi Express also pointed on the viewership and highlighted the issue of a dip in viewership. There are some instances when the viewership is high for some big matches but the trend is inconsistent. Akhtar also tried to establish the reason saying that "characters of the game have gone".&nbsp;

"The viewership of the game has not increased but it has come down because the characters of the game have gone. People are saying there's more viewership, but how is there more viewership? There's no viewership for Test matches. 600 million might have watched the Champions Trophy match, but that was a one-off," he said.&nbsp;

Akhtar on Sachin vs Virat debate

Akhtar weighed in on the highly debated topic in the cricketing world, which is, who is better — Sachin Tendulkar or Virat Kohli? While commenting on the same, Akhtar said, "Give Sachin Tendulkar credit and stop comparing him to Virat Kohli." Shoaib Akhtar, who played against the Master Blaster on many occasions said, "He [Virat] did not play the era of Sachin Tendulkar, which is like the single era of 50 overs, and then the reverse swing starts literally after 10 overs. Face that with Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, and the spin of Shane Warne".&nbsp;

Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar said that the batsmen of today's generation are "fortunate" as they haven't faced some of the legendary bowlers like Shane Warne, Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis and himself.

Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar said that the batsmen of today's generation are "fortunate" as they haven't faced some of the legendary bowlers like Shane Warne, Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis and himself. During an interview with an India-based media house, the 45-year-old former fast bowler spoke about how the game of cricket has deteriorated over the past few years. He said that cricket has "not evolved", only the shots have "evolved". Akhtar said, "The quality of the game has deteriorated in the last 10 years. The deterioration has happened." Speaking further, the Rawalpindi Express also pointed on the viewership and highlighted the issue of a dip in viewership. There are some instances when the viewership is high for some big matches but the trend is inconsistent. Akhtar also tried to establish the reason saying that "characters of the game have gone". "The viewership of the game has not increased but it has come down because the characters of the game have gone. People are saying there's more viewership, but how is there more viewership? There's no viewership for Test matches. 600 million might have watched the Champions Trophy match, but that was a one-off," he said. Akhtar on Sachin vs Virat debate Akhtar weighed in on the highly debated topic in the cricketing world, which is, who is better — Sachin Tendulkar or Virat Kohli? While commenting on the same, Akhtar said, "Give Sachin Tendulkar credit and stop comparing him to Virat Kohli." Shoaib Akhtar, who played against the Master Blaster on many occasions said, "He [Virat] did not play the era of Sachin Tendulkar, which is like the single era of 50 overs, and then the reverse swing starts literally after 10 overs. Face that with Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, and the spin of Shane Warne".

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Who will be the wicket keeper for Indian cricket team, now that Rishabh Pant has tested positive for Covid and reserve glove man Wriddhiman Saha is in self-isolation?

That's the question troubling Virat Kohli and Co ahead of India’s warm-up match against County XI from on July 20 in England.

Dinesh Karthik, who is in England as a commentator, is happy to help.

He hinted as much in a subtle tweet, with a picture of his cricketing kit and a hashtag, #justsaying.

The Tamil Nadu-based player is the wicket keeper of IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders and the kit bag in the picture sports the KKR logo.

The tweet has since gone viral.

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While he plays for Tamil Nadu and KKR in the IPL, Karthik is not in the national team for the past two years.&nbsp;

His last game for India was the semi-final of the 2019 World Cup against New Zealand before being dropped from ODI and T20I squads.&nbsp;

He has been in England since June in his new avatar as commentator.

Pant tested positive for Covid and Saha is on a 10-day isolation after coming into contact with an infected staff member.

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Who will be the wicket keeper for Indian cricket team, now that Rishabh Pant has tested positive for Covid and reserve glove man Wriddhiman Saha is in self-isolation?

Who will be the wicket keeper for Indian cricket team, now that Rishabh Pant has tested positive for Covid and reserve glove man Wriddhiman Saha is in self-isolation? That's the question troubling Virat Kohli and Co ahead of India’s warm-up match against County XI from on July 20 in England. Dinesh Karthik, who is in England as a commentator, is happy to help. He hinted as much in a subtle tweet, with a picture of his cricketing kit and a hashtag, #justsaying. The Tamil Nadu-based player is the wicket keeper of IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders and the kit bag in the picture sports the KKR logo. The tweet has since gone viral. 😋 #justsaying pic.twitter.com/zX3ValErDc — DK (@DineshKarthik) July 15, 2021 × While he plays for Tamil Nadu and KKR in the IPL, Karthik is not in the national team for the past two years. His last game for India was the semi-final of the 2019 World Cup against New Zealand before being dropped from ODI and T20I squads. He has been in England since June in his new avatar as commentator. Pant tested positive for Covid and Saha is on a 10-day isolation after coming into contact with an infected staff member.

Cricket: Pant has Covid, Saha isolated, who will be India's wicket keeper? Dinesh Karthik is happy to help

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed the point system of the upcoming World Test Championship (2021-23 cycle) and also the bilateral series that will kick off next month.&nbsp;

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India skipper Virat Kohli, England captain Joe Root, and World Test Champion-winning captain Kane Williamson have reacted to ICC's fixtures and points system for the WTC 2.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli reacted to the announcements and said: “It was great to have played the final of the ICC World Test Championship against New Zealand in what was a memorable contest. Not just the final, we saw the determination of players throughout the first edition of the championship.

“The following of cricket lovers too was great to see, and I am sure they will all be waiting eagerly for the second edition. We will regroup with new energy for the next cycle starting with our series against England, hoping to give our fans a lot to cheer about," said, Kohli, the captain of WTC runner-up India, as quoted by ICC.

England captain Joe Root acknowledged the interesting challenge they face against the previous edition's finalist India for a five-match Test series.&nbsp;

“We start our campaign in the second edition of the ICC World Test Championship against the finalists of last time, which is an interesting challenge straight away. India are a fine all-round side and it would be good to test them in our home conditions.

“We narrowly missed out on qualifying for the final last time and are looking to do better this time. Test cricket is a format we all want to excel in and with points at stake for each match, everyone has to be at their best all the time," Root said.

Defending World Test Champions New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson responded to the fixtures and the points system.&nbsp;

“It was obviously pretty special to win the inaugural ICC World Test Championship in Southampton last month and it’s exciting to now look ahead to the second edition.

“The WTC has certainly added more context and brought new meaning to Test cricket and it was awesome to see the interest that was generated around the Final against India. We know trying to defend the title will be a huge challenge, but our focus will be on making sure we prepare as well as we can for the tours ahead and trying to maintain our level of performance,” he said.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed the point system of the upcoming World Test Championship (2021-23 cycle) and also the bilateral series that will kick off next month.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed the point system of the upcoming World Test Championship (2021-23 cycle) and also the bilateral series that will kick off next month. ALSO READ: Cricket: ICC unveils fixtures and points system for upcoming World Test Championship India skipper Virat Kohli, England captain Joe Root, and World Test Champion-winning captain Kane Williamson have reacted to ICC's fixtures and points system for the WTC 2. Indian skipper Virat Kohli reacted to the announcements and said: “It was great to have played the final of the ICC World Test Championship against New Zealand in what was a memorable contest. Not just the final, we saw the determination of players throughout the first edition of the championship. “The following of cricket lovers too was great to see, and I am sure they will all be waiting eagerly for the second edition. We will regroup with new energy for the next cycle starting with our series against England, hoping to give our fans a lot to cheer about," said, Kohli, the captain of WTC runner-up India, as quoted by ICC. England captain Joe Root acknowledged the interesting challenge they face against the previous edition's finalist India for a five-match Test series. “We start our campaign in the second edition of the ICC World Test Championship against the finalists of last time, which is an interesting challenge straight away. India are a fine all-round side and it would be good to test them in our home conditions. “We narrowly missed out on qualifying for the final last time and are looking to do better this time. Test cricket is a format we all want to excel in and with points at stake for each match, everyone has to be at their best all the time," Root said. Defending World Test Champions New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson responded to the fixtures and the points system. “It was obviously pretty special to win the inaugural ICC World Test Championship in Southampton last month and it’s exciting to now look ahead to the second edition. “The WTC has certainly added more context and brought new meaning to Test cricket and it was awesome to see the interest that was generated around the Final against India. We know trying to defend the title will be a huge challenge, but our focus will be on making sure we prepare as well as we can for the tours ahead and trying to maintain our level of performance,” he said.

Virat Kohli, Joe Root and Kane Williamson react to ICC's announcement on WTC 2

Brett Lee believes Australia should permit private proprietors to have a part in Big Bash League, the country's Twenty20 cricket tournament, which will be launched on a Sunday the following summer by the three-peat chasing Sydney Sixers.&nbsp;

The Sydney Sixers have won the last two Big Bash titles and their mission for a third sequential title will begin against the Melbourne Stars on December 5, falling between the Test against Afghanistan in Hobart and the first Ashes Test.&nbsp;

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Brett Lee has called for more private ownership in the Big Bash League to help it arrive at a higher level and include major overseas players. Brett Lee referred to the chance of Indian skipper Virat Kohli playing for the Sydney Sixers, saying it would work on the scope of the game in the country.&nbsp;

“You could have co-ownership and Cricket Australia could retain 51% and still control things, but with that extra funding I think you could get some really high profile stars to come out,’’ he said

“I am talking about the Virat Kohli’s. Imagine Kohli playing for the Sixers and the crowds you would get. I am really impressed with the Big Bash. They have done a great job. But to reach the next level that is what you would have to do," he added.

Cricket Australia is likewise in talks to prepare for an overseas draft for next season. Nonetheless, it stays dependent upon the pandemic in the country. Brett Lee trusts the draft will be a positive development since Australia and the BBL have acquired it to have the world's best players.&nbsp;

“The draft is a good idea and I would love to see the best of the best come to Australia. We have earned that right. You need those big overseas players. The IPL has done well with only four overseas players so you are seeing the best of the best youngsters, but I think it really helps to mix with top overseas players,’’ he said.

The entire schedule of the BBL is underway and should be announced soon. Most of the Aussie stars are probably going to be available for the total season, which will go on till February.

Brett Lee believes Australia should permit private proprietors to have a part in Big Bash League, the country's Twenty20 cricket tournament, which will be launched on a Sunday the following summer by the three-peat chasing Sydney Sixers.

Brett Lee believes Australia should permit private proprietors to have a part in Big Bash League, the country's Twenty20 cricket tournament, which will be launched on a Sunday the following summer by the three-peat chasing Sydney Sixers. The Sydney Sixers have won the last two Big Bash titles and their mission for a third sequential title will begin against the Melbourne Stars on December 5, falling between the Test against Afghanistan in Hobart and the first Ashes Test. ALSO READ: Cricket: Devon Conway, Sophie Ecclestone named ICC Player of the Month for June Brett Lee has called for more private ownership in the Big Bash League to help it arrive at a higher level and include major overseas players. Brett Lee referred to the chance of Indian skipper Virat Kohli playing for the Sydney Sixers, saying it would work on the scope of the game in the country. “You could have co-ownership and Cricket Australia could retain 51% and still control things, but with that extra funding I think you could get some really high profile stars to come out,’’ he said “I am talking about the Virat Kohli’s. Imagine Kohli playing for the Sixers and the crowds you would get. I am really impressed with the Big Bash. They have done a great job. But to reach the next level that is what you would have to do," he added. Cricket Australia is likewise in talks to prepare for an overseas draft for next season. Nonetheless, it stays dependent upon the pandemic in the country. Brett Lee trusts the draft will be a positive development since Australia and the BBL have acquired it to have the world's best players. “The draft is a good idea and I would love to see the best of the best come to Australia. We have earned that right. You need those big overseas players. The IPL has done well with only four overseas players so you are seeing the best of the best youngsters, but I think it really helps to mix with top overseas players,’’ he said. The entire schedule of the BBL is underway and should be announced soon. Most of the Aussie stars are probably going to be available for the total season, which will go on till February.

Cricket: 'Imagine Virat Kohli playing': Brett Lee explains why Big Bash League needs more private ownership

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli’s daughter Vamika turned six months over the weekend and proud parents shared some pictures with her, ofcourse hiding her face from the camera.&nbsp;

Sharing photos on Instagram, Anushka Sharma wrote, “Her one smile can change our whole world around! I hope we can both live up to the love with which you look at us, little one. Happy 6 months to us three.”

In one photo, Anushka is seen lying down, with Vamika resting on her chest. In another photo, a smiling Virat is seen caught in a candid moment with his daughter.&nbsp;

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The glam couple have been successful in keeping their private lives away from the eyes of the paparazzi on most occasions. When their daughter was born, both even urged the media to not click their daughter’s pictures while they will give ample opportunity to them to be clicked.&nbsp;

They have not yet revealed the face of their daughter.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/anushka-sharma">Anushka Sharma</a> gave birth to her daughter Vamika on January 11.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/gal-gadot-to-amber-heard-meet-the-new-celebrity-moms-395317" hreflang="en">Gal Gadot to Amber Heard: Meet the new celebrity moms</a>

Anushka, Virat and their daughter Vamika are currently in England.&nbsp;

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli’s daughter Vamika turned six months over the weekend and proud parents shared some pictures with her, ofcourse hiding her face from the camera.

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli’s daughter Vamika turned six months over the weekend and proud parents shared some pictures with her, ofcourse hiding her face from the camera. Sharing photos on Instagram, Anushka Sharma wrote, “Her one smile can change our whole world around! I hope we can both live up to the love with which you look at us, little one. Happy 6 months to us three.” In one photo, Anushka is seen lying down, with Vamika resting on her chest. In another photo, a smiling Virat is seen caught in a candid moment with his daughter. View this post on Instagram A post shared by AnushkaSharma1588 (@anushkasharma) × The glam couple have been successful in keeping their private lives away from the eyes of the paparazzi on most occasions. When their daughter was born, both even urged the media to not click their daughter’s pictures while they will give ample opportunity to them to be clicked. They have not yet revealed the face of their daughter. Anushka Sharma gave birth to her daughter Vamika on January 11. Gal Gadot to Amber Heard: Meet the new celebrity moms Anushka, Virat and their daughter Vamika are currently in England.

Anushka Sharma, Virat Kohli celebrate daughter Vamika with new pics as she turns six months

Shubman Gill's injury ahead of the England Test has sparked a massive debate as to who would replace the young gun and open for the Men in Blue in a career-defining series against Root and Co.&nbsp;

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The Indian contingent is looking for either Prithvi Shaw or Devdutt Padikkal, who are currently in Sri Lanka prepping for the limited-over series, to fill the spot.&nbsp;

According to reports, the Indian team manager, who is in England at the moment, had asked the BCCI for two replacements for injured Gill. However, the selection committee of the Indian cricket board turned down the request.&nbsp;

"The team management has to be clear about its vision. The selectors have always heeded to the team management's demands when it came to composition of the squad. The team was picked in presence of captain Virat Kohli. The management needed to be clear about its plan when it came to how they wanted to use the players who were picked. Rahul was picked as an opener. If they had a change of plans, they should have communicated it clearly," a BCCI official was quoted as saying by the Times of India.

Mayank Agarwal and Rohit Sharma are the only openers available for the team, whereas, Virat and Co. plan to use KL Rahul in the middle-order. The team management seems to be&nbsp;not confident that Abhimanyu Eswaran, who was considered as the back-up opener, could play against the likes of Anderson, Broad and Archer.&nbsp;

“Easwaran has been with the team since the home series against England in Feb-March. The team management needs to clarify why they aren't confident about using Easwaran. Only then a decision can be taken on whether a replacement needs to be sent," the official said.&nbsp;

Shubman Gill's injury ahead of the England Test has sparked a massive debate as to who would replace the young gun and open for the Men in Blue in a career-defining series against Root and Co.

Shubman Gill's injury ahead of the England Test has sparked a massive debate as to who would replace the young gun and open for the Men in Blue in a career-defining series against Root and Co. ALSO READ: In pics: Happy birthday MS Dhoni! Check out some of his coolest records The Indian contingent is looking for either Prithvi Shaw or Devdutt Padikkal, who are currently in Sri Lanka prepping for the limited-over series, to fill the spot. According to reports, the Indian team manager, who is in England at the moment, had asked the BCCI for two replacements for injured Gill. However, the selection committee of the Indian cricket board turned down the request. "The team management has to be clear about its vision. The selectors have always heeded to the team management's demands when it came to composition of the squad. The team was picked in presence of captain Virat Kohli. The management needed to be clear about its plan when it came to how they wanted to use the players who were picked. Rahul was picked as an opener. If they had a change of plans, they should have communicated it clearly," a BCCI official was quoted as saying by the Times of India. Mayank Agarwal and Rohit Sharma are the only openers available for the team, whereas, Virat and Co. plan to use KL Rahul in the middle-order. The team management seems to be not confident that Abhimanyu Eswaran, who was considered as the back-up opener, could play against the likes of Anderson, Broad and Archer. “Easwaran has been with the team since the home series against England in Feb-March. The team management needs to clarify why they aren't confident about using Easwaran. Only then a decision can be taken on whether a replacement needs to be sent," the official said.

'The team was picked in presence of captain Virat Kohli', fumes BCCI - Reports

Virat Kohli is considered to be one of the most successful captains to lead the Men in Blue. The prolific batsman is India's most successful Test skipper after leading the team to 33 wins. However, with a win percentage of over 70 in ODIs and more than 65 per cent in T20Is, the Men in Blue still have failed to win an ICC Title under Kohli.

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With a recent loss against New Zealand in the World Test Championship final, the pressure on Kohli's captaincy has significantly risen. Ahead of the T20 World Cup, there have been debates of change in leadership for the Men in Blue. Now, Deep Dasgupta has given his take on the debate.&nbsp;

"I won't say 'high time' but I would say Rohit is definitely an option. I think a lot will depend on the T20 World Cup because as of now it's very difficult. You have just 3-4 months ahead of you, you will change the captaincy, which will mean that the team will have to align with the style of the new captain," Dasgupta said on his YouTube channel.&nbsp;

"Even though Rohit has led the side before, there's a difference between a stand-in skipper and a full-time skipper because as the former you don't want to make too many changes. When you are a full-time skipper, obviously, you want to make changes because you want to run the team your way," Dasgupta said.

The 44-year-old cricketer-turned-commentator further stated: "I believe it will be unfair on Rohit, the team, and also Virat now just 3-4 months before [the World Cup]. But I think the T20 World Cup will be very, very important in that aspect, because if something goes wrong there then Rohit is one of the main contenders for that spot."

Virat Kohli is considered to be one of the most successful captains to lead the Men in Blue. The prolific batsman is India's most successful Test skipper after leading the team to 33 wins.

Virat Kohli is considered to be one of the most successful captains to lead the Men in Blue. The prolific batsman is India's most successful Test skipper after leading the team to 33 wins. However, with a win percentage of over 70 in ODIs and more than 65 per cent in T20Is, the Men in Blue still have failed to win an ICC Title under Kohli. ALSO READ: 'Calling national side ‘B’ side is disrespectful': Deep Dasgupta on Arjuna Ranatunga's remarks With a recent loss against New Zealand in the World Test Championship final, the pressure on Kohli's captaincy has significantly risen. Ahead of the T20 World Cup, there have been debates of change in leadership for the Men in Blue. Now, Deep Dasgupta has given his take on the debate. "I won't say 'high time' but I would say Rohit is definitely an option. I think a lot will depend on the T20 World Cup because as of now it's very difficult. You have just 3-4 months ahead of you, you will change the captaincy, which will mean that the team will have to align with the style of the new captain," Dasgupta said on his YouTube channel. "Even though Rohit has led the side before, there's a difference between a stand-in skipper and a full-time skipper because as the former you don't want to make too many changes. When you are a full-time skipper, obviously, you want to make changes because you want to run the team your way," Dasgupta said. The 44-year-old cricketer-turned-commentator further stated: "I believe it will be unfair on Rohit, the team, and also Virat now just 3-4 months before [the World Cup]. But I think the T20 World Cup will be very, very important in that aspect, because if something goes wrong there then Rohit is one of the main contenders for that spot."

'I think a lot will depend on T20 World Cup': Deep Dasgupta on captaincy debate

Several reports on Saturday suggested that Team India are looking to call Prithvi Shaw from Sri Lanka in order to replace injured Shubman Gill for the upcoming England Test series. However, World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev is not in favour of this decision.&nbsp;

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The legendary all-rounder feels that the current India squad in England already have the likes of Mayank Agarwal and KL Rahul and calling up a player, who is not in the squad will not reflect nicely on the management's part and will be an 'insult' to the players who are already a part of the tour.&nbsp;

"I don't think there is any need for it. There should be some respect for the selectors too. They have picked a team and I'm sure it wouldn't have happened without their (Shastri and Kohli) consultation. I mean, you have two such big opening batsmen in KL Rahul and Mayank Agarwal. Do you really need a third option? I don't think it's right," Kapil said on the 'Wah Cricket' show on ABP News.

"I'm not convinced with this theory. The team that they've picked already has openers so I think they should be the ones to play. Otherwise, it's insulting for the players who are already in the team."

"I want that the captain and the management should have a say, but not at the expense of over-ruling the selectors and say that 'these are the players we need'. In that case, we don't even need selectors. I am feeling a bit odd knowing that something like this has happened, because if it has, it demeans the selectors and their role," he said.

"Only Virat and Ravi can say that. I feel that this is a wrong set-up to enter. The players you have backed, you cannot demean them. They are big players and I wouldn't want something like this to happen. No need for any unnecessary controversy."

Several reports on Saturday suggested that Team India are looking to call Prithvi Shaw from Sri Lanka in order to replace injured Shubman Gill for the upcoming England Test series.

Several reports on Saturday suggested that Team India are looking to call Prithvi Shaw from Sri Lanka in order to replace injured Shubman Gill for the upcoming England Test series. However, World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev is not in favour of this decision. ALSO READ: India captain Mithali Raj shatters huge batting record; BCCI reacts The legendary all-rounder feels that the current India squad in England already have the likes of Mayank Agarwal and KL Rahul and calling up a player, who is not in the squad will not reflect nicely on the management's part and will be an 'insult' to the players who are already a part of the tour. "I don't think there is any need for it. There should be some respect for the selectors too. They have picked a team and I'm sure it wouldn't have happened without their (Shastri and Kohli) consultation. I mean, you have two such big opening batsmen in KL Rahul and Mayank Agarwal. Do you really need a third option? I don't think it's right," Kapil said on the 'Wah Cricket' show on ABP News. "I'm not convinced with this theory. The team that they've picked already has openers so I think they should be the ones to play. Otherwise, it's insulting for the players who are already in the team." "I want that the captain and the management should have a say, but not at the expense of over-ruling the selectors and say that 'these are the players we need'. In that case, we don't even need selectors. I am feeling a bit odd knowing that something like this has happened, because if it has, it demeans the selectors and their role," he said. "Only Virat and Ravi can say that. I feel that this is a wrong set-up to enter. The players you have backed, you cannot demean them. They are big players and I wouldn't want something like this to happen. No need for any unnecessary controversy."

'I'm not convinced with this theory': Kapil Dev not in favour of additions in squads

Captain Virat Kohli may at times be at the eye of the tempest, yet there isn't anything detracting from the way that he is a marvelous skipper. Under him, the Indian cricket team has changed itself as far as fitness and battling a fight.&nbsp;

No target is viewed as large enough to pursue or sufficiently enough to defend, in light of the fact that Virat Kohli has imparted a particularly sure self-faith in this team. In Tests, Virat Kohli is India's most successful captain, having driven the team in 61 matches, out of which he's won 33.&nbsp;

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Virat Kohli's captaincy has numerous takers in the group and one of them is KL Rahul. He has been an ally of the current skipper – his batting and captaincy the same – and never avoids giving his opinion. In an interaction with Forbes India, KL Rahul said something regarding Virat Kohli's captaincy, clarifying what recognizes him from the rest. MS&nbsp;Dhoni additionally guaranteed smooth progress in administration as Virat Kohli assumed control over the reins from him. KL Rahul featured that the current Indian captain is altogether different from MS Dhoni and is energetic inside the field.&nbsp;

"Playing with and under Virat Kohli, he is a different sort of captain. He is a very passionate individual. He operates at 200. 100 is the best you possibly can be at, but he operates at 200. He has the unbelievable ability to carry the other 10 guys and pull them from 100 to 200."

Virat Kohli may draw fire from the cricket fans for not winning an ICC trophy yet, however, the 32-year-old possesses all genes of a successful captain. He has driven India in 95 ODIs, winning 65 of them, which demonstrates a success level of 70.43. In T20Is, he has lead Team India multiple times and arose victor on 27 events – a success level of 65.11. Under him, Team India has completed at the highest point of the ICC rankings for five straight years and furthermore accomplished a Test series win in Australia following 71 monotonous years.&nbsp;

The Delhi-conceived has influenced Indian cricket essentially, as a batsman as well as a skipper. Under Virat Kohli, India have proclaimed a remarkable cartel of fast bowlers and have ostensibly the best fast-bowling attack in the world.

Captain Virat Kohli may at times be at the eye of the tempest, yet there isn't anything detracting from the way that he is a marvelous skipper. Under him, the Indian cricket team has changed itself as far as fitness and battling a fight.

Captain Virat Kohli may at times be at the eye of the tempest, yet there isn't anything detracting from the way that he is a marvelous skipper. Under him, the Indian cricket team has changed itself as far as fitness and battling a fight. No target is viewed as large enough to pursue or sufficiently enough to defend, in light of the fact that Virat Kohli has imparted a particularly sure self-faith in this team. In Tests, Virat Kohli is India's most successful captain, having driven the team in 61 matches, out of which he's won 33. ALSO READ: Cricket: It’s time that ‘rest and rotation policy’ is put behind us, says Joe Root Virat Kohli's captaincy has numerous takers in the group and one of them is KL Rahul. He has been an ally of the current skipper – his batting and captaincy the same – and never avoids giving his opinion. In an interaction with Forbes India, KL Rahul said something regarding Virat Kohli's captaincy, clarifying what recognizes him from the rest. MS Dhoni additionally guaranteed smooth progress in administration as Virat Kohli assumed control over the reins from him. KL Rahul featured that the current Indian captain is altogether different from MS Dhoni and is energetic inside the field. "Playing with and under Virat Kohli, he is a different sort of captain. He is a very passionate individual. He operates at 200. 100 is the best you possibly can be at, but he operates at 200. He has the unbelievable ability to carry the other 10 guys and pull them from 100 to 200." Virat Kohli may draw fire from the cricket fans for not winning an ICC trophy yet, however, the 32-year-old possesses all genes of a successful captain. He has driven India in 95 ODIs, winning 65 of them, which demonstrates a success level of 70.43. In T20Is, he has lead Team India multiple times and arose victor on 27 events – a success level of 65.11. Under him, Team India has completed at the highest point of the ICC rankings for five straight years and furthermore accomplished a Test series win in Australia following 71 monotonous years. The Delhi-conceived has influenced Indian cricket essentially, as a batsman as well as a skipper. Under Virat Kohli, India have proclaimed a remarkable cartel of fast bowlers and have ostensibly the best fast-bowling attack in the world.

Cricket: 100 is the best you can be at but he operates at 200: KL Rahul lauds 'captain' Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli is considered to be one of the most successful captains to lead the Men in Blue. The prolific batsman is India's most successful Test skipper after leading the team to 33 wins. However, with a win percentage of over 70 in ODIs and more than 65 per cent in T20Is, the Men in Blue still have failed to win an ICC Title under Kohli.

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With a recent loss against New Zealand in the World Test Championship final, the pressure on Kohli's captaincy has significantly risen. Former India wicketkeeper Saba Karim feels that upcoming ICC tournaments this year could make or break Kohli's career as a captain.

"The T20 World Cup that is going to be played later this year will be extremely crucial for Virat Kohli's captaincy career. The pressure is piling on Virat and he knows that he hasn't won an ICC trophy yet. So, his aim would be for India to win the T20 World Cup," Karim told India News Sports.

"If India can lift the trophy, then I believe Kohli will have that breathing space. Maybe he can take stock of the situation then and decide how long he wants to captain the team. His name in coming up in the list of big captains but an ICC title is far from him."

"In all three formats, you have World Championships, and all formats require different mindset, different resources, different thinking. That's why I feel that if one captain is leading, it will be too much to expect from him as well. With every format, you need a fresh set of ideas and that is why I feel split captaincy should be the way forward," he said.

Virat Kohli is considered to be one of the most successful captains to lead the Men in Blue. The prolific batsman is India's most successful Test skipper after leading the team to 33 wins. However, with a win percentage of over 70 in ODIs and more than 65 per cent in T20Is, the Men in Blue still have failed to win an ICC Title under Kohli. ALSO READ: Sri Lankan cricket board reacts to Arjuna Ranatunga's 'second string team' remarks With a recent loss against New Zealand in the World Test Championship final, the pressure on Kohli's captaincy has significantly risen. Former India wicketkeeper Saba Karim feels that upcoming ICC tournaments this year could make or break Kohli's career as a captain. "The T20 World Cup that is going to be played later this year will be extremely crucial for Virat Kohli's captaincy career. The pressure is piling on Virat and he knows that he hasn't won an ICC trophy yet. So, his aim would be for India to win the T20 World Cup," Karim told India News Sports. "If India can lift the trophy, then I believe Kohli will have that breathing space. Maybe he can take stock of the situation then and decide how long he wants to captain the team. His name in coming up in the list of big captains but an ICC title is far from him." "In all three formats, you have World Championships, and all formats require different mindset, different resources, different thinking. That's why I feel that if one captain is leading, it will be too much to expect from him as well. With every format, you need a fresh set of ideas and that is why I feel split captaincy should be the way forward," he said.

'T20 World Cup will be extremely crucial for Virat Kohli's captaincy career', says Saba Karim

Global star Priyanka Chopra has now landed on the Hopper Instagram Richlist this year. She is on the 27th spot with 64 million followers on Instagram.

The actress is reportedly getting $403,000 (Rs 3 crore approx) for every promotional post she makes on the photo sharing app.&nbsp;

The Hopper Instagram Richlist is released annually and ranks celebs based on how much they charge for each of their promoted posts on Instagram. Last year, Priyanka was on the 19th spot with $271,000 earned per post. While her earnings per post have increased significantly, those of others have seen a much higher increase.

The only other Indian on the top 30 list is cricketer Virat Kohli. He is at number 19 with 125 million followers getting him $680,000 (Rs 5 crore approx) per post.

Topping the list is football star Cristiano Ronaldo once again. He has 295 million followers and earns $1,604,000 (Rs 11 crore) per post. Others on the list include Dwayne Johnson, Ariana Grande, Kylie Jenner and Taylor Swift.

Global star Priyanka Chopra has now landed on the Hopper Instagram Richlist this year. She is on the 27th spot with 64 million followers on Instagram. The actress is reportedly getting $403,000 (Rs 3 crore approx) for every promotional post she makes on the photo sharing app.

Global star Priyanka Chopra has now landed on the Hopper Instagram Richlist this year. She is on the 27th spot with 64 million followers on Instagram. The actress is reportedly getting $403,000 (Rs 3 crore approx) for every promotional post she makes on the photo sharing app. The Hopper Instagram Richlist is released annually and ranks celebs based on how much they charge for each of their promoted posts on Instagram. Last year, Priyanka was on the 19th spot with $271,000 earned per post. While her earnings per post have increased significantly, those of others have seen a much higher increase. The only other Indian on the top 30 list is cricketer Virat Kohli. He is at number 19 with 125 million followers getting him $680,000 (Rs 5 crore approx) per post. Topping the list is football star Cristiano Ronaldo once again. He has 295 million followers and earns $1,604,000 (Rs 11 crore) per post. Others on the list include Dwayne Johnson, Ariana Grande, Kylie Jenner and Taylor Swift.

Priyanka Chopra, Virat Kohli on Instagram rich list 2021

Kyle Jamieson has opened up on his now popular interaction with Virat Kohli, discrediting reports that the Indian captain asked him to bowl with the Dukes ball during IPL 2021.&nbsp;

The story got features in the development to the World Test Championship last, with Dan Christian specifying how Virat Kohli had presumptuously asked Kyle Jamieson to bowl him with the Dukes ball in the nets.&nbsp;

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However, Kyle Jamieson as of late put any misinformation to rest. Addressing Sporting News, he clarified how the interaction wasn't however fascinating as it might have been described. He said: “No, it wasn’t so much him asking. I think it was Dan just sort of adding some stuff for a good story. We were just talking about it at the start of the IPL with the cricket coming up with our UK tour and theirs as well and I mentioned that I had some Dukes balls, he had some Dukes balls as well.”

He dismissed Virat Kohli in the two innings at the Rose Bowl in Southampton, with Kyle Jamieson letting it out was engaging to face his IPL captain.

“Yeah, it was good, obviously, just being in the change room with him for six or so weeks was pretty cool. He's a world-class player and just to spend time observing how he operates and how he goes about things both on and off the field was pretty cool and you know it's nice just to be able to be friendly out in the middle even just having a bit of a laugh and a joke, while the game was going on."

While many feel Kyle Jamieson's time at RCB assisted him with improving Virat Kohli, the Kiwi pacer wasn't too certain whether that was the situation: “There wasn't too much specificity around in there having a game but yeah just nice to obviously have that relationship with someone I guess of his stature in the game. I don't know if that helped specifically around different queues and stuff but wasn't something that I necessarily contemplated."

"I think anytime you get to spend time with different world-class guys you sort of grow in confidence, you learn and become a bit more, I guess, comfortable, we come up against different guys so yeah, certainly, I guess from that perspective," he added.

Kyle Jamieson has opened up on his now popular interaction with Virat Kohli, discrediting reports that the Indian captain asked him to bowl with the Dukes ball during IPL 2021.

Kyle Jamieson has opened up on his now popular interaction with Virat Kohli, discrediting reports that the Indian captain asked him to bowl with the Dukes ball during IPL 2021. The story got features in the development to the World Test Championship last, with Dan Christian specifying how Virat Kohli had presumptuously asked Kyle Jamieson to bowl him with the Dukes ball in the nets. ALSO READ: Cricket: Men's T20 World Cup 2021 moves to UAE and Oman, confirms ICC However, Kyle Jamieson as of late put any misinformation to rest. Addressing Sporting News, he clarified how the interaction wasn't however fascinating as it might have been described. He said: “No, it wasn’t so much him asking. I think it was Dan just sort of adding some stuff for a good story. We were just talking about it at the start of the IPL with the cricket coming up with our UK tour and theirs as well and I mentioned that I had some Dukes balls, he had some Dukes balls as well.” He dismissed Virat Kohli in the two innings at the Rose Bowl in Southampton, with Kyle Jamieson letting it out was engaging to face his IPL captain. “Yeah, it was good, obviously, just being in the change room with him for six or so weeks was pretty cool. He's a world-class player and just to spend time observing how he operates and how he goes about things both on and off the field was pretty cool and you know it's nice just to be able to be friendly out in the middle even just having a bit of a laugh and a joke, while the game was going on." While many feel Kyle Jamieson's time at RCB assisted him with improving Virat Kohli, the Kiwi pacer wasn't too certain whether that was the situation: “There wasn't too much specificity around in there having a game but yeah just nice to obviously have that relationship with someone I guess of his stature in the game. I don't know if that helped specifically around different queues and stuff but wasn't something that I necessarily contemplated." "I think anytime you get to spend time with different world-class guys you sort of grow in confidence, you learn and become a bit more, I guess, comfortable, we come up against different guys so yeah, certainly, I guess from that perspective," he added.

Cricket: Kyle Jamieson reacts to famous incident involving him and Virat Kohli during IPL

Skipper Virat Kohli has been regarded as the best Test captain for India. The prolific skipper has led the Men in Blue in some monumental wins. Kohli is India's most-capped Test captain (61) and has led the team to 33 wins in the longest format.&nbsp;

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However, the loss against New Zealand in the World Test Championship final has fueled speculations over Kohli's captaincy. However, former Pakistan wicket-keeper Kamran Akmal backed the Indian skipper and called him a 'fantastic captain'.&nbsp;

“Virat Kohli is a big player and a fantastic captain. He is aggressive and very emotional. Any captain who has come in has only taken Indian cricket forward. It started with Sourav Ganguly, then Rahul Dravid and MS Dhoni took over. Yes, everyone has complained that Virat Kohli hasn’t won any ICC trophy. But, apart from that, he has won almost everything. India have won so many series’ under Virat Kohli," Akmal said during a discussion on ‘My Master Cricket Coach’ YouTube channel.

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“He has been a bit unlucky, but I have no doubt over his captaincy credentials. He is a great captain and match-winner,” he added.

He went on to add that India not winning ICC events is not completely Kohli's fault.&nbsp;

“It (India not winning ICC events) is not completely Virat Kohli’s fault. What is the guarantee that another captain can come in and win India an ICC trophy? As a team, they have to analyze why they are not winning the big events. They reach the last stages but fail at the final hurdle. It will be unfair to blame only Virat Kohli. According to me, as long as he feels that he can do the job, he should continue,” said Akmal.

Skipper Virat Kohli has been regarded as the best Test captain for India. The prolific skipper has led the Men in Blue in some monumental wins. Kohli is India's most-capped Test captain (61) and has led the team to 33 wins in the longest format.

Skipper Virat Kohli has been regarded as the best Test captain for India. The prolific skipper has led the Men in Blue in some monumental wins. Kohli is India's most-capped Test captain (61) and has led the team to 33 wins in the longest format. ALSO READ: Cricket: 'The Sri Lanka tour is crucial for youngsters', says Rahul Dravid However, the loss against New Zealand in the World Test Championship final has fueled speculations over Kohli's captaincy. However, former Pakistan wicket-keeper Kamran Akmal backed the Indian skipper and called him a 'fantastic captain'. “Virat Kohli is a big player and a fantastic captain. He is aggressive and very emotional. Any captain who has come in has only taken Indian cricket forward. It started with Sourav Ganguly, then Rahul Dravid and MS Dhoni took over. Yes, everyone has complained that Virat Kohli hasn’t won any ICC trophy. But, apart from that, he has won almost everything. India have won so many series’ under Virat Kohli," Akmal said during a discussion on ‘My Master Cricket Coach’ YouTube channel. ALSO READ: Cricket- 'It was not an easy decision': Sourav Ganguly on shifting T20 World Cup to UAE “He has been a bit unlucky, but I have no doubt over his captaincy credentials. He is a great captain and match-winner,” he added. He went on to add that India not winning ICC events is not completely Kohli's fault. “It (India not winning ICC events) is not completely Virat Kohli’s fault. What is the guarantee that another captain can come in and win India an ICC trophy? As a team, they have to analyze why they are not winning the big events. They reach the last stages but fail at the final hurdle. It will be unfair to blame only Virat Kohli. According to me, as long as he feels that he can do the job, he should continue,” said Akmal.

Cricket- 'India not winning ICC events is not completely Virat Kohli’s fault': Kamran Akmal

After facing a defeat in the World Test Championship final against New Zealand, Team India will now take on England in a five-match Test series. However, the Indian cricketing great Sunil Gavaskar feels that Virat and Co. should not be worried about the series against England.&nbsp;

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In his column in The Telegraph, Gavaskar wrote that the Indian team should not be worried about the five-match series as the conditions will be more favourable for batting.&nbsp;

"Indian batsmen need not worry about the series against England in August-September as the sun will be out by then and the pitches will be drier and with the greatest of respect, if Jimmy Anderson and Stuart Broad don't get wickets in their first spell, they struggle in their next spells," wrote Gavaskar.

"The English summer has begun with disappointment [for India] but when disappointment fuels determination then fortunes can be turned and that's the attitude this talented team need to make this a truly Indian summer," he remarked.

The five-match red-ball series will kick off on August 4. The last time Men in Blue played a Test series in English conditions, they suffered a 4-1 loss (in 2017).

The forthcoming five Tests against England will give Team India ostensibly the best chance to put any demons to rest in England. A determined series win would not just recuperate the wounds of the previous few years yet, in addition, clear any questions about the team's future possibilities. &nbsp;

After facing a defeat in the World Test Championship final against New Zealand, Team India will now take on England in a five-match Test series. However, the Indian cricketing great Sunil Gavaskar feels that Virat and Co.

After facing a defeat in the World Test Championship final against New Zealand, Team India will now take on England in a five-match Test series. However, the Indian cricketing great Sunil Gavaskar feels that Virat and Co. should not be worried about the series against England. ALSO READ: Cricket: 'We known each other for a long time': Kane Williamson on his friendship with Virat Kohli In his column in The Telegraph, Gavaskar wrote that the Indian team should not be worried about the five-match series as the conditions will be more favourable for batting. "Indian batsmen need not worry about the series against England in August-September as the sun will be out by then and the pitches will be drier and with the greatest of respect, if Jimmy Anderson and Stuart Broad don't get wickets in their first spell, they struggle in their next spells," wrote Gavaskar. "The English summer has begun with disappointment [for India] but when disappointment fuels determination then fortunes can be turned and that's the attitude this talented team need to make this a truly Indian summer," he remarked. The five-match red-ball series will kick off on August 4. The last time Men in Blue played a Test series in English conditions, they suffered a 4-1 loss (in 2017). The forthcoming five Tests against England will give Team India ostensibly the best chance to put any demons to rest in England. A determined series win would not just recuperate the wounds of the previous few years yet, in addition, clear any questions about the team's future possibilities.

Cricket- 'Indian batsmen need not worry about the series against England': Sunil Gavaskar

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson opened up on his friendship with Virat Kohli, saying the two skippers have known each other for quite a while and they are mates. Virat Kohli and Kane Williamson are known to share a common regard for one another, and surprisingly after India's loss in the World Test Championship final, their fellowship stood apart as the two commanders shared a warm embrace after a wild battle on the field.&nbsp;

Prominently, both Virat Kohli and Kane Williamson had met without precedent for the 2008 ICC U-19 World Cup competition in Malaysia where the last had crushed the Kiwis in the elimination round.&nbsp;

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Their careers have evolved parallelly. Talking to India Today, Kane Willaimson said:&nbsp;"It was a great moment, you know, toe to toe, and obviously, Virat and I have known each other for a long time and we're mates. And that's always a great part of the sport as well that over the years you get the opportunity to meet people all around the world, form these different friendships through these different experiences you have had either together or against each other and often find a bit of common ground and share a few common interests and that's quite special."

Kane Williamson, who played ostensibly the main hand in his side's 8-wicket prevail upon India, likewise praised his phenomenal adversaries for how they held themselves in a loss. He said that the Indian players' viewpoint is just about as uncommon as their ability.&nbsp;

"Yeah, I mean, that's perhaps another thing - going into a final, there's emotion, both teams are pushing and want to get across the line and you have a fantastic side like India but also the way they are playing their cricket. I'm sure that's something the public can relate to, in India and around the world. Coming off second in this one and, you know, the way they hold themselves as the ambassadors of the game is I think, an equally special thing to the talents that they bring."

Kane Williamson additionally talked about his team's blissful celebrations subsequent to winning the Test mace. The skipper said he was attempting to keep the celebrations controlled however his teammates wouldn't pay attention to him at that point. He conceded that the response was for the most part a development of New Zealand's some nearby shave routs in the new past.&nbsp;

"I was trying to tell the guys to just keep calm but they weren't listening to me much. There was a lot of elation, I suppose, and there was a whole mix of feelings and emotions. You mentioned a number of our past experiences and there were a number of guys involved in all of those and there were some that weren't and so I think everyone felt a little bit different," he said.

"For me, being involved with the team as a leader the focus is often on but the team as a whole and perhaps the bigger picture on how it's tracking and trying to operate in that space as well as you can. The rewards that come or don't, for me, are by-products of that," he concluded.

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson opened up on his friendship with Virat Kohli, saying the two skippers have known each other for quite a while and they are mates.

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson opened up on his friendship with Virat Kohli, saying the two skippers have known each other for quite a while and they are mates. Virat Kohli and Kane Williamson are known to share a common regard for one another, and surprisingly after India's loss in the World Test Championship final, their fellowship stood apart as the two commanders shared a warm embrace after a wild battle on the field. Prominently, both Virat Kohli and Kane Williamson had met without precedent for the 2008 ICC U-19 World Cup competition in Malaysia where the last had crushed the Kiwis in the elimination round. ALSO READ: Cricket: New Zealand's pace bowling attack is best in the world, says Shane Jurgensen Their careers have evolved parallelly. Talking to India Today, Kane Willaimson said: "It was a great moment, you know, toe to toe, and obviously, Virat and I have known each other for a long time and we're mates. And that's always a great part of the sport as well that over the years you get the opportunity to meet people all around the world, form these different friendships through these different experiences you have had either together or against each other and often find a bit of common ground and share a few common interests and that's quite special." Kane Williamson, who played ostensibly the main hand in his side's 8-wicket prevail upon India, likewise praised his phenomenal adversaries for how they held themselves in a loss. He said that the Indian players' viewpoint is just about as uncommon as their ability. "Yeah, I mean, that's perhaps another thing - going into a final, there's emotion, both teams are pushing and want to get across the line and you have a fantastic side like India but also the way they are playing their cricket. I'm sure that's something the public can relate to, in India and around the world. Coming off second in this one and, you know, the way they hold themselves as the ambassadors of the game is I think, an equally special thing to the talents that they bring." Kane Williamson additionally talked about his team's blissful celebrations subsequent to winning the Test mace. The skipper said he was attempting to keep the celebrations controlled however his teammates wouldn't pay attention to him at that point. He conceded that the response was for the most part a development of New Zealand's some nearby shave routs in the new past. "I was trying to tell the guys to just keep calm but they weren't listening to me much. There was a lot of elation, I suppose, and there was a whole mix of feelings and emotions. You mentioned a number of our past experiences and there were a number of guys involved in all of those and there were some that weren't and so I think everyone felt a little bit different," he said. "For me, being involved with the team as a leader the focus is often on but the team as a whole and perhaps the bigger picture on how it's tracking and trying to operate in that space as well as you can. The rewards that come or don't, for me, are by-products of that," he concluded.

Cricket: 'We known each other for a long time': Kane Williamson on his friendship with Virat Kohli

Team India has a respectable break ahead of the five-Test match series against England. Following their loss to New Zealand in the last of the World Test Championship, India have the opportunity to adjust and chip away at the spaces that let them down in Southampton against New Zealand.&nbsp;

Sunil Gavaskar has proposed an adjustment of the opening combination for the Test series against England. He believes that Mayank Agarwal ought to get approval instead of Shubman Gill to open the innings.&nbsp;

India's last three tours through England show that Team India is not very comfortable against the moving Dukes ball in the UK. They last won a Test series in England in 2007 under Rahul Dravid, however have since lost 0-4, 1-3, 1-4 in resulting visits in 2011, 2014, and 2018 separately. '

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In a conversation with SportsTak, Sunil Gavaskar feels it can begin by reshuffling India's opening blend: "Mayank Agarwal has done a really good job for India, twice he's scored a double century opening the innings. It’s a good thing that the BCCI and Jay Shah have taken the initiative to conduct some warm-up matches before the England Tests so there you can decide who between Gill and Agarwal can open for India."

"Make them open the innings together because Rohit Sharma is a certainty and he can be rested for a game. That would give you an idea of who has the better technique for English conditions. And then based on that, they can make a decision whether they want to play Mayank Agarwal or Shubman Gill."

According to him, Shubman Gill's concern lies in his absence of footwork, and Sunil Gavaskar figures it is something that was featured in the WTC final in England however even at home when the batsman's runs evaporated.&nbsp;

"Gill's footwork isn't much. He only goes in front and that's not the case with him only in England. Even in the series in India, there too, he had just one movement which is forward. There's no effort to go on the back foot and that is why he plays across the line" - he said.

"Because once your feet go forward, with that balance, it's tough to get back on the backfoot if the length is slightly short, is tough. So he needs to work hard, there's no doubt about his talent. But if he works a bit hard, he will get the reward."

Mayank Agarwal has remained uninvolved subsequent to encountering two bad games in Australia and since Shubman Gill had a rich series down under. Mayank Agarwal averages a solid 45.74 in 14 Tests by scoring 1052 runs, scoring three centuries. With the BCCI a few warm-up games before the series, the management could offer Mayank Agarwal a few chances in those prior to choosing if he could turn into Shubman Gill's substitution at the top.

Team India has a respectable break ahead of the five-Test match series against England. Following their loss to New Zealand in the last of the World Test Championship, India have the opportunity to adjust and chip away at the spaces that let them down in Southampton against New Zealand.

Team India has a respectable break ahead of the five-Test match series against England. Following their loss to New Zealand in the last of the World Test Championship, India have the opportunity to adjust and chip away at the spaces that let them down in Southampton against New Zealand. Sunil Gavaskar has proposed an adjustment of the opening combination for the Test series against England. He believes that Mayank Agarwal ought to get approval instead of Shubman Gill to open the innings. India's last three tours through England show that Team India is not very comfortable against the moving Dukes ball in the UK. They last won a Test series in England in 2007 under Rahul Dravid, however have since lost 0-4, 1-3, 1-4 in resulting visits in 2011, 2014, and 2018 separately. ' ALSO READ: Cricket: Tim Paine eats 'humble pie' after predicting India's easy win in WTC Final In a conversation with SportsTak, Sunil Gavaskar feels it can begin by reshuffling India's opening blend: "Mayank Agarwal has done a really good job for India, twice he's scored a double century opening the innings. It’s a good thing that the BCCI and Jay Shah have taken the initiative to conduct some warm-up matches before the England Tests so there you can decide who between Gill and Agarwal can open for India." "Make them open the innings together because Rohit Sharma is a certainty and he can be rested for a game. That would give you an idea of who has the better technique for English conditions. And then based on that, they can make a decision whether they want to play Mayank Agarwal or Shubman Gill." According to him, Shubman Gill's concern lies in his absence of footwork, and Sunil Gavaskar figures it is something that was featured in the WTC final in England however even at home when the batsman's runs evaporated. "Gill's footwork isn't much. He only goes in front and that's not the case with him only in England. Even in the series in India, there too, he had just one movement which is forward. There's no effort to go on the back foot and that is why he plays across the line" - he said. "Because once your feet go forward, with that balance, it's tough to get back on the backfoot if the length is slightly short, is tough. So he needs to work hard, there's no doubt about his talent. But if he works a bit hard, he will get the reward." Mayank Agarwal has remained uninvolved subsequent to encountering two bad games in Australia and since Shubman Gill had a rich series down under. Mayank Agarwal averages a solid 45.74 in 14 Tests by scoring 1052 runs, scoring three centuries. With the BCCI a few warm-up games before the series, the management could offer Mayank Agarwal a few chances in those prior to choosing if he could turn into Shubman Gill's substitution at the top.

Cricket: Sunil Gavaskar suggests a potential change for India ahead of England Tests

Sunil Gavaskar hammered Team India's batting execution in the World Test Championship final against New Zealand, noticing that Men in Blue scarcely showed any persistence. He&nbsp;likewise recommended that a lot of white-ball cricket has restrained India's capacity as a batting unit.&nbsp;

Virat Kohli and his men quietly gave up on the last day of the WTC final, in what should be the greatest day for batting with brilliant daylight around.&nbsp;

Writing in his segment in The Telegraph, Sunil Gavaskar was unnerved with India's batting execution, as they played some forgettable shots, which saw them packaged out for 170 in the subsequent innings. He wrote:&nbsp;"The conditions on the final day were bright, and the sun was out in all its glory, but the Indians, so used to the white-ball game, just didn't show the patience required in a Test match and were instrumental in their own downfall with some forgettable shots."&nbsp;

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India will be quick to enhance their weaknesses when they take on England in a five-match Test series beginning in August.&nbsp;

After the loss in the WTC final, Virat Kohli expressed that his team's batsmen didn't squeeze the New Zealand bowlers, particularly on Kyle Jamieson, permitting him to bowl in comparable regions for extensive stretches.&nbsp;

Nonetheless, Sunil Gavaskar recommended that to be effective in attempting conditions; one necessity to bat in the manner in which one typically does while being patient and making the right shot choice. As per him, Kane Williamson exemplified that approach consummately.&nbsp;

"What patience and good shot selection can do in trying conditions was seen in the batting of New Zealand captain Kane Williamson in both innings. He held the New Zealand innings together and took his team home. What he also showed is that the thinking that a batsman needs to go out and start playing shots on this kind of pitch and in conditions favoring the bowler is just negative thinking. He batted the way he knows how to, and that's what every batsman should do" - Sunil Gavaskar composed.&nbsp;

In spite of the inadequacies, Sunil Gavaskar is certain that Team India will perform better in the Test series against England, as conditions will be significantly greater for batting in August. India will trust that their batting unit can concoct better exhibitions in the series against England.

Sunil Gavaskar hammered Team India's batting execution in the World Test Championship final against New Zealand, noticing that Men in Blue scarcely showed any persistence.

Sunil Gavaskar hammered Team India's batting execution in the World Test Championship final against New Zealand, noticing that Men in Blue scarcely showed any persistence. He likewise recommended that a lot of white-ball cricket has restrained India's capacity as a batting unit. Virat Kohli and his men quietly gave up on the last day of the WTC final, in what should be the greatest day for batting with brilliant daylight around. Writing in his segment in The Telegraph, Sunil Gavaskar was unnerved with India's batting execution, as they played some forgettable shots, which saw them packaged out for 170 in the subsequent innings. He wrote: "The conditions on the final day were bright, and the sun was out in all its glory, but the Indians, so used to the white-ball game, just didn't show the patience required in a Test match and were instrumental in their own downfall with some forgettable shots." ALSO READ: Cricket: Will encourage Shafali Verma to enjoy her batting, says Mithali Raj India will be quick to enhance their weaknesses when they take on England in a five-match Test series beginning in August. After the loss in the WTC final, Virat Kohli expressed that his team's batsmen didn't squeeze the New Zealand bowlers, particularly on Kyle Jamieson, permitting him to bowl in comparable regions for extensive stretches. Nonetheless, Sunil Gavaskar recommended that to be effective in attempting conditions; one necessity to bat in the manner in which one typically does while being patient and making the right shot choice. As per him, Kane Williamson exemplified that approach consummately. "What patience and good shot selection can do in trying conditions was seen in the batting of New Zealand captain Kane Williamson in both innings. He held the New Zealand innings together and took his team home. What he also showed is that the thinking that a batsman needs to go out and start playing shots on this kind of pitch and in conditions favoring the bowler is just negative thinking. He batted the way he knows how to, and that's what every batsman should do" - Sunil Gavaskar composed. In spite of the inadequacies, Sunil Gavaskar is certain that Team India will perform better in the Test series against England, as conditions will be significantly greater for batting in August. India will trust that their batting unit can concoct better exhibitions in the series against England.

Cricket: Team India didn't show the patience needed in a Test match, says Sunil Gavaskar

New Zealand on Wednesday defeated India by eight wickets to win the inaugural ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final, played at the Hampshire Bowl in Southampton. The crushing loss led to massive criticism by fans and former cricketing stalwarts.&nbsp;

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Indian skipper Virat Kohli failed to contribute to the teams in the clash against New Zealand. The Indian captain managed to score just 57 runs in both innings.&nbsp;

Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar talked about how Kohli will approach his future and what will be his next target after the WTC final.

“He has already scored close to 7,500 test runs, and this is a format, where he just simply gives it his all. It's not that he doesn't value T20 or ODI cricket; he plays with equal intensity, but the job satisfaction that he derives – because this is the toughest format. And in modern times, because there are no dead rubbers, so every test match is valued, and every team is playing for a result. This means that whatever is on offer – from a batting perspective – is always challenging for the batsman,” Bangar said on Star Sports’ show Cricket Connected.

“So, to excel in each &amp; every test match, and obviously, to get over the drought of the three-figure – which may have been playing on his mind – I think this is something that he would look ahead to. The way he has batted in the first innings was a clear indication of the kind of touch and the kind of rhythm that he was in. So, I think it augurs well for the Indian team.”

The Men in Blue will now take on England in a five-match Test series that will kick off in August.

New Zealand on Wednesday defeated India by eight wickets to win the inaugural ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final, played at the Hampshire Bowl in Southampton.

New Zealand on Wednesday defeated India by eight wickets to win the inaugural ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final, played at the Hampshire Bowl in Southampton. The crushing loss led to massive criticism by fans and former cricketing stalwarts. ALSO READ: 'Absolute disgrace': Roger Binny slams India's bowling in WTC Final Indian skipper Virat Kohli failed to contribute to the teams in the clash against New Zealand. The Indian captain managed to score just 57 runs in both innings. Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar talked about how Kohli will approach his future and what will be his next target after the WTC final. “He has already scored close to 7,500 test runs, and this is a format, where he just simply gives it his all. It's not that he doesn't value T20 or ODI cricket; he plays with equal intensity, but the job satisfaction that he derives – because this is the toughest format. And in modern times, because there are no dead rubbers, so every test match is valued, and every team is playing for a result. This means that whatever is on offer – from a batting perspective – is always challenging for the batsman,” Bangar said on Star Sports’ show Cricket Connected. “So, to excel in each & every test match, and obviously, to get over the drought of the three-figure – which may have been playing on his mind – I think this is something that he would look ahead to. The way he has batted in the first innings was a clear indication of the kind of touch and the kind of rhythm that he was in. So, I think it augurs well for the Indian team.” The Men in Blue will now take on England in a five-match Test series that will kick off in August.

'I think it augurs well for the Indian team': Sanjay Bangar on Virat Kohli's form

Skipper Virat Kohli has been regarded as the best Test captain for India. The prolific skipper has led the Men in Blue in some monumental wins. Kohli is India's most-capped Test captain (61) and has led the team to 33 wins in the longest format.&nbsp;

However, the loss against New Zealand in the World Test Championship final has fueled speculations over Kohli's captaincy. Former England spinner Graeme Swann feels that removing Kohli as India captain will be a 'crime to cricket'.&nbsp;

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"Virat Kohli is an absolute champion and a superstar. He has added steel to the Indian team. You only have to see his passion whenever a wicket goes. (Look at) His face when there is a misfield. He is 100 percent committed to the job," Swann told SportsKeeda.

"To get rid of Virat Kohli at the moment, when you have such a good captain, would be an absolute crime against cricket. I don't think they should look elsewhere. India lost that game because they were underprepared and under-cooked going into that Test match."

According to Swann, India were underprepared as they took on New Zealand in Southampton as they just had net practice while going against the BlackCaps, who already had played two Tests in England.&nbsp;

"India just had net practice in Southampton. Nothing beats preparing for a Test match like actual Test match play. So New Zealand had everything in their favour when it came to who was going to win that game. That showed during the five days as India looked slightly rusty especially some of the batsmen," added Swann.

Skipper Virat Kohli has been regarded as the best Test captain for India. The prolific skipper has led the Men in Blue in some monumental wins. Kohli is India's most-capped Test captain (61) and has led the team to 33 wins in the longest format. However, the loss against New Zealand in the World Test Championship final has fueled speculations over Kohli's captaincy. Former England spinner Graeme Swann feels that removing Kohli as India captain will be a 'crime to cricket'. ALSO READ: 'Some responsibility was required': Irfan Pathan on Rishabh Pant's knock in WTC Final "Virat Kohli is an absolute champion and a superstar. He has added steel to the Indian team. You only have to see his passion whenever a wicket goes. (Look at) His face when there is a misfield. He is 100 percent committed to the job," Swann told SportsKeeda. "To get rid of Virat Kohli at the moment, when you have such a good captain, would be an absolute crime against cricket. I don't think they should look elsewhere. India lost that game because they were underprepared and under-cooked going into that Test match." According to Swann, India were underprepared as they took on New Zealand in Southampton as they just had net practice while going against the BlackCaps, who already had played two Tests in England. "India just had net practice in Southampton. Nothing beats preparing for a Test match like actual Test match play. So New Zealand had everything in their favour when it came to who was going to win that game. That showed during the five days as India looked slightly rusty especially some of the batsmen," added Swann.

Cricket- 'Virat Kohli is an absolute champion and a superstar': Graeme Swann

Virat Kohli's presentation in the World Test Championship final went under the scanner as he neglected to direct India to wellbeing on the reserve day. In any case, Arun Lal shielded the captain and said Virat Kohli shouldn't be accused alone as the whole Indian batting unit neglected to handle the Dukes' ball.&nbsp;

India went into the last day of the WTC with a 32-run lead and eight wickets close by. Notwithstanding, Team India could just set New Zealand an objective of 139, with Virat Kohli's dismissal in the main hour of play setting the ball moving for a New Zealand win.&nbsp;

The way wherein Virat Kohli stood out enough to be noticed as he jabbed at a delivery wide external the off stump. It was like what he did during his shock visit through England in 2014. In any case, Arun Lal expressed that it's anything but a terrible shot.&nbsp;

The former India cricketer told the Telegraph:&nbsp;"We can’t really say it was a bad shot. Your foot is two feet away from the ball and you still hit it for a boundary, everyone then says it’s a classy shot. But you miss a similar kind of ball and it takes the edge, people will then say, "No footwork, playing away from the body. Horrible shot". That’s not the way you should deal with it. Besides, all our batsmen looked vulnerable against the Dukes' ball. Why blame Virat alone?"

Virat Kohli was dismissed in the two innings by Kyle Jamieson. The Indian captain amassed 57 runs throughout his two innings in Southampton.&nbsp;

Arun Lal, who featured Kyle Jamieson's staggering spell in the main hour of play on the sixth day, likewise discussed how Virat Kohli's first-innings excusal assumed a part in him scratching the ball in the second. He clarified:&nbsp;

"Virat made a mistake, and that happens. There’s so much pressure on him, while the ball was also moving a lot in such conditions. Prior to that, he was covering for the ball&nbsp;that came in as he was lbw last time. Now, if you are unlucky, you will nick it. Besides, that was a very good spell by Jamieson."

Virat Kohli's presentation in the World Test Championship final went under the scanner as he neglected to direct India to wellbeing on the reserve day. In any case, Arun Lal shielded the captain and said Virat Kohli shouldn't be accused alone as the whole Indian batting unit neglected to handle the Dukes' ball.

Virat Kohli's presentation in the World Test Championship final went under the scanner as he neglected to direct India to wellbeing on the reserve day. In any case, Arun Lal shielded the captain and said Virat Kohli shouldn't be accused alone as the whole Indian batting unit neglected to handle the Dukes' ball. India went into the last day of the WTC with a 32-run lead and eight wickets close by. Notwithstanding, Team India could just set New Zealand an objective of 139, with Virat Kohli's dismissal in the main hour of play setting the ball moving for a New Zealand win. The way wherein Virat Kohli stood out enough to be noticed as he jabbed at a delivery wide external the off stump. It was like what he did during his shock visit through England in 2014. In any case, Arun Lal expressed that it's anything but a terrible shot. The former India cricketer told the Telegraph: "We can’t really say it was a bad shot. Your foot is two feet away from the ball and you still hit it for a boundary, everyone then says it’s a classy shot. But you miss a similar kind of ball and it takes the edge, people will then say, "No footwork, playing away from the body. Horrible shot". That’s not the way you should deal with it. Besides, all our batsmen looked vulnerable against the Dukes' ball. Why blame Virat alone?" Virat Kohli was dismissed in the two innings by Kyle Jamieson. The Indian captain amassed 57 runs throughout his two innings in Southampton. Arun Lal, who featured Kyle Jamieson's staggering spell in the main hour of play on the sixth day, likewise discussed how Virat Kohli's first-innings excusal assumed a part in him scratching the ball in the second. He clarified: "Virat made a mistake, and that happens. There’s so much pressure on him, while the ball was also moving a lot in such conditions. Prior to that, he was covering for the ball that came in as he was lbw last time. Now, if you are unlucky, you will nick it. Besides, that was a very good spell by Jamieson."

Cricket: Virat Kohli made a mistake, but why blame him alone, asks Arun Lal

India may have lost the last of the World Test Championship yet it removes nothing from the extraordinary measure of difficult work the unit has assembled throughout the most recent two years.&nbsp;

After their exit from the 2019 World Cup, Team India was out on a Test venture that saw them register series wins – in West Indies, at home against South Africa, the Day/Night Test against Bangladesh, and the unfathomable Border-Gavaskar Trophy win in Australia – to give some examples. An ICC title may keep on escaping the Indian group, however, what this unit has accomplished can't be subverted.&nbsp;

Although Virat Kohli neglected to win another ICC occasion, the Indian skipper posted an endearing message via web-based media, featuring how this unit affects him and&nbsp;his teammates. Taking to Twitter, Virat Kohli posted an image of the group in a cluster, with the subtitle: "This isn't just a team. It's a family. We move ahead. TOGETHER."

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The Indian team, which is at present in England, will currently split away from the bio-bubble to head out to various parts of the country. According to reports, some will watch the Wimbledon, while others are reserving their passes to watch Euro 2020 games. The group will get back to the bio-bubble on July 14, 20 days ahead of the Test series against England, where they will take on the hosts in five Tests at Nottingham, Lord's, Leeds, The Oval The Old Trafford.&nbsp;

In the interim, according to a report in the Indian Express, the BCCI is set to keep in touch with the ECB mentioning the board to a few warm-up counterparts for the Indian cricket crew before the long Test arrangement. BCCI Vice President Jay Shah clearly took up the conversation with the group the executives on Thursday and a consistent choice was taken. The improvement was affirmed by BCCI treasurer Arun Dhumal.

India may have lost the last of the World Test Championship yet it removes nothing from the extraordinary measure of difficult work the unit has assembled throughout the most recent two years.

India may have lost the last of the World Test Championship yet it removes nothing from the extraordinary measure of difficult work the unit has assembled throughout the most recent two years. After their exit from the 2019 World Cup, Team India was out on a Test venture that saw them register series wins – in West Indies, at home against South Africa, the Day/Night Test against Bangladesh, and the unfathomable Border-Gavaskar Trophy win in Australia – to give some examples. An ICC title may keep on escaping the Indian group, however, what this unit has accomplished can't be subverted. Although Virat Kohli neglected to win another ICC occasion, the Indian skipper posted an endearing message via web-based media, featuring how this unit affects him and his teammates. Taking to Twitter, Virat Kohli posted an image of the group in a cluster, with the subtitle: "This isn't just a team. It's a family. We move ahead. TOGETHER." This isn’t just a team. It’s a family. We move ahead. TOGETHER 💙🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/E5ATtCGWLo — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) June 24, 2021 × The Indian team, which is at present in England, will currently split away from the bio-bubble to head out to various parts of the country. According to reports, some will watch the Wimbledon, while others are reserving their passes to watch Euro 2020 games. The group will get back to the bio-bubble on July 14, 20 days ahead of the Test series against England, where they will take on the hosts in five Tests at Nottingham, Lord's, Leeds, The Oval The Old Trafford. In the interim, according to a report in the Indian Express, the BCCI is set to keep in touch with the ECB mentioning the board to a few warm-up counterparts for the Indian cricket crew before the long Test arrangement. BCCI Vice President Jay Shah clearly took up the conversation with the group the executives on Thursday and a consistent choice was taken. The improvement was affirmed by BCCI treasurer Arun Dhumal.

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