<p>Virat Kohli's return to international cricket is keenly awaited. Kohli was out of India's tour of West Indies as he was given rest and will now turn up on the 22-yard cricket strip for the first time since the England tour during the forthcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition. Thus, all eyes are on the former Indian skipper as he is expected to go past his poor run of form and return to his usual best in the upcoming showpiece event.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For the unversed, Kohli's last international century came in late 2019. Hence, he is yet to score a hundred in the post-Covid era. Many expect him to go all-out in the Asia Cup. Prior to India's tournament opener in the Asian championship, Pakistan's former captain Shahid Afridi opened up on Kohli's future. He was responding to a fan's query, who asked him to comment on 'Kohli's future'. Here's what the ex-Men in Green all-rounder said:</p>

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<p>A lot has been said and written about Kohli's rut of late. Recently, India's former all-rounder Irfan Pathan joined the bandwagon and explained why the forthcoming Asia Cup is vital for the star Indian batter.</p>

<p>Speaking on Star Sports' show 'Gameplan', Pathan pointed out, "As far as the mind is concerned, what Virat Kohli will be thinking, what kind of mindset he will be coming in with and playing the matches, I think yes, Asia Cup is very, very important but when I look forward to the World Cup, where the pitches will be very, very good in Australia, which he likes, he thrives on Australian pitches, he's done really well.</p>

<p>"So Indian team needs Virat Kohli in top form. He comes back from Asia Cup in top form, I think it's a win-win situation for Virat Kohli and the Indian team," he added.</p>

<p>Rohit Sharma-led India play their first game in Asia Cup 2022 edition, to be held in the shortest format, versus arch-rival Pakistan on August 28 in Dubai.</p>


Virat Kohli's return to international cricket is keenly awaited. Kohli was out of India's tour of West Indies as he was given rest and will now turn up on the 22-yard cricket strip for the first time since the England tour during the forthcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition.

Virat Kohli's return to international cricket is keenly awaited. Kohli was out of India's tour of West Indies as he was given rest and will now turn up on the 22-yard cricket strip for the first time since the England tour during the forthcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition. Thus, all eyes are on the former Indian skipper as he is expected to go past his poor run of form and return to his usual best in the upcoming showpiece event. For the unversed, Kohli's last international century came in late 2019. Hence, he is yet to score a hundred in the post-Covid era. Many expect him to go all-out in the Asia Cup. Prior to India's tournament opener in the Asian championship, Pakistan's former captain Shahid Afridi opened up on Kohli's future. He was responding to a fan's query, who asked him to comment on 'Kohli's future'. Here's what the ex-Men in Green all-rounder said: It’s in his own hands. — Shahid Afridi (@SAfridiOfficial) August 21, 2022 × ALSO READ | You can't find form in the World Cup: Irfan Pathan explains why Asia Cup will be important for Virat Kohli A lot has been said and written about Kohli's rut of late. Recently, India's former all-rounder Irfan Pathan joined the bandwagon and explained why the forthcoming Asia Cup is vital for the star Indian batter. Speaking on Star Sports' show 'Gameplan', Pathan pointed out, "As far as the mind is concerned, what Virat Kohli will be thinking, what kind of mindset he will be coming in with and playing the matches, I think yes, Asia Cup is very, very important but when I look forward to the World Cup, where the pitches will be very, very good in Australia, which he likes, he thrives on Australian pitches, he's done really well. "So Indian team needs Virat Kohli in top form. He comes back from Asia Cup in top form, I think it's a win-win situation for Virat Kohli and the Indian team," he added. Rohit Sharma-led India play their first game in Asia Cup 2022 edition, to be held in the shortest format, versus arch-rival Pakistan on August 28 in Dubai.

Shahid Afridi responds to fan's query on Virat Kohli's future ahead of India's Asia Cup opener vs Pakistan

<p>Power couple Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli consistently give their fans major couple goals. The power couple has once again proved why they are referred to as couple goals. Following their project shoot on Saturday, the couple was seen riding a scooter on Madh Island, Mumbai. The couple might be busy with their respective jobs, but they never miss a fair chance to spend some `us time` together.</p>

<p>After the photo shoot, the couple posed for pictures as well. Anushka could be seen donning all-black in the scooty pictures, while Virat wore a green shirt and black pants. The couple matched by dressing in sneakers and face-protecting helmets. The pictures of the two from the same, are doing the rounds on social media.</p>

<p>A fan commented, "The best couple of the showbiz business", on the other hand, another netizen wrote," Simplicity at its best, amazing couple..."</p>

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<p>After dating for almost four years, Kohli and Anushka tied the knot on December 11, 2017, in an intimate wedding in Italy. In 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, the couple announced on social media that they were expecting their first child, which later became the most liked tweet in 2020.</p>

<p>In January 2022, the couple was blessed with a baby girl. Anushka took a long break from her professional life after she welcomed her first child, her daughter Vamika, as she wanted to spend time with her and after a long wait, the `Jab Harry Met Sejal` actor is all set for her comeback!</p>

<p>Meanwhile, on the work front, Anushka is currently shooting for her upcoming sports biopic film `Chakda Xpress` where she will be seen portraying the role of former Indian cricketer Jhulan Goswami.</p>

<p>Anushka will be portraying the role of a cricketer for the first time in her career and she announced her comeback film with a special announcement video at the beginning of 2022. The movie will be portraying the role of a cricketer for the first time in her career and she announced her comeback film with a special announcement video at the beginning of 2022. Anushka`s brother Karnesh Sharma will be producing `Chakda Xpress` with his home production company Clean Slate Filmz.</p>

<p>The film will stream directly on Netflix. She was last seen in `Zero` opposite Shah Rukh Khan, which was released in 2018.</p>


Power couple Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli consistently give their fans major couple goals. The power couple has once again proved why they are referred to as couple goals.

Power couple Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli consistently give their fans major couple goals. The power couple has once again proved why they are referred to as couple goals. Following their project shoot on Saturday, the couple was seen riding a scooter on Madh Island, Mumbai. The couple might be busy with their respective jobs, but they never miss a fair chance to spend some `us time` together. After the photo shoot, the couple posed for pictures as well. Anushka could be seen donning all-black in the scooty pictures, while Virat wore a green shirt and black pants. The couple matched by dressing in sneakers and face-protecting helmets. The pictures of the two from the same, are doing the rounds on social media. A fan commented, "The best couple of the showbiz business", on the other hand, another netizen wrote," Simplicity at its best, amazing couple..." View this post on Instagram A post shared by BOLLYWOOD TIMES™🔵 (@bollywood.times) View this post on Instagram A post shared by BOLLYWOOD LOBBY PAPARAZZI (@bollywoodlobby_) After dating for almost four years, Kohli and Anushka tied the knot on December 11, 2017, in an intimate wedding in Italy. In 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, the couple announced on social media that they were expecting their first child, which later became the most liked tweet in 2020. In January 2022, the couple was blessed with a baby girl. Anushka took a long break from her professional life after she welcomed her first child, her daughter Vamika, as she wanted to spend time with her and after a long wait, the `Jab Harry Met Sejal` actor is all set for her comeback! Meanwhile, on the work front, Anushka is currently shooting for her upcoming sports biopic film `Chakda Xpress` where she will be seen portraying the role of former Indian cricketer Jhulan Goswami. Anushka will be portraying the role of a cricketer for the first time in her career and she announced her comeback film with a special announcement video at the beginning of 2022. The movie will be portraying the role of a cricketer for the first time in her career and she announced her comeback film with a special announcement video at the beginning of 2022. Anushka`s brother Karnesh Sharma will be producing `Chakda Xpress` with his home production company Clean Slate Filmz. The film will stream directly on Netflix. She was last seen in `Zero` opposite Shah Rukh Khan, which was released in 2018.

Virat Kohli takes Anushka Sharma out for a scooty ride in Mumbai, see viral pics and video

<p>Mental health issues are the bane of any athlete. Considering the expectations and responsibilities that those competing in international settings shoulder, the onset of such issues is effectively inevitable. The case of&nbsp;Indian cricketing icon Virat Kohli is no different. He recently offered fans unadulterated insight into the problems that he has faced while playing at the highest level for years.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/have-experienced-times-when-i-felt-alone-in-a-room-full-of-people-who-love-me-virat-kohli-on-mental-health-507858" hreflang="en">Have experienced times when I felt alone in a room full of people who love me: Virat Kohli on mental health</a></p>

<p>In response to his comments, representatives of his management company released a statement. Kohli's agent Bunty Sajdeh admitted that the Indian star has faced his fair share of problems prompted by&nbsp;mental health issues over the course of his career. However, he expressed disappointment in the fact that significant terms like depression were being thrown around a bit too casually.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The representation of a severe condition like depression is very well understood by Virat. He's spoken openly on the mental challenges of playing the sport at the highest level and he hasn't shied away from admitting them. Having said that, he's mentioned that he's experienced mental challenges at only a certain stage in his career," said Sajdeh&nbsp;during a recent interaction with the media.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/14-years-ago-virat-kohli-takes-trip-down-memory-lane-celebrating-his-stint-in-international-cricket-508022" hreflang="en">'14 years ago'- Virat Kohli takes a trip down memory lane, celebrating his stint in international cricket</a></p>

<p>The&nbsp;CEO of Cornerstone Sport, the company that manages a deep roster of talent and athletes, including Virat Kohli himself, also offered his two cents on the recently emerged comments attributed to Kohli.</p>

<p>"Virat for one will never feel alone when he's around people who love and support him. That's where he has got his mental strength from. Every top athlete has gone through mental challenges of dealing with pressures and expectations that come with the positions they are at. Depression is too big and significant a term to be used so loosely," Sajdeh said.</p>

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Mental health issues are the bane of any athlete. Considering the expectations and responsibilities that those competing in international settings shoulder, the onset of such issues is effectively inevitable.

Mental health issues are the bane of any athlete. Considering the expectations and responsibilities that those competing in international settings shoulder, the onset of such issues is effectively inevitable. The case of Indian cricketing icon Virat Kohli is no different. He recently offered fans unadulterated insight into the problems that he has faced while playing at the highest level for years. ALSO READ: Have experienced times when I felt alone in a room full of people who love me: Virat Kohli on mental health In response to his comments, representatives of his management company released a statement. Kohli's agent Bunty Sajdeh admitted that the Indian star has faced his fair share of problems prompted by mental health issues over the course of his career. However, he expressed disappointment in the fact that significant terms like depression were being thrown around a bit too casually. "The representation of a severe condition like depression is very well understood by Virat. He's spoken openly on the mental challenges of playing the sport at the highest level and he hasn't shied away from admitting them. Having said that, he's mentioned that he's experienced mental challenges at only a certain stage in his career," said Sajdeh during a recent interaction with the media. ALSO READ: '14 years ago'- Virat Kohli takes a trip down memory lane, celebrating his stint in international cricket The CEO of Cornerstone Sport, the company that manages a deep roster of talent and athletes, including Virat Kohli himself, also offered his two cents on the recently emerged comments attributed to Kohli. "Virat for one will never feel alone when he's around people who love and support him. That's where he has got his mental strength from. Every top athlete has gone through mental challenges of dealing with pressures and expectations that come with the positions they are at. Depression is too big and significant a term to be used so loosely," Sajdeh said.

'Depression is too big a term' - Virat Kohli's management team clarifies his remarks on mental health issues

<p>Fourteen years ago on this day, August 18, former India captain Virat Kohli took his first steps on the international stage when he made his ODI debut for India aged 19. In his 14-year-long international stint since, Kohli went on to be regarded as one of the greats and led the Indian team in all formats of the game.</p>

<p>Marking the 14th anniversary of his debut in international cricket, Kohli took a trip down&nbsp;the memory lane on Thursday as he posted a reel on his official Instagram account, featuring some of the most iconic pictures from his outstanding career.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohlis-childhood-coach-shares-slight-concern-for-his-pupil-ahead-of-pakistan-clash-in-asia-cup-507807" hreflang="en">Virat Kohli's childhood coach shares 'slight concern' for his pupil ahead of Pakistan clash in Asia Cup</a></p>

<p>Taking to Instagram, Kohli wrote, "14 years ago, it all started and it's been an honour," alongside an Indian flag. Notably, Kohli had opened the batting in India, and he faced 22 balls scoring just 12 runs and batted for 33 minutes at the crease before Sri Lankan bowler Nuwan Kulasekara dismissed him in the eighth over as India were beaten by eight wickets.</p>

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<p>He has since gone on to shatter numerous records along the way gathering 8074 runs in Tests, with 27 centuries. Kohli is one of the best batters in all the formats but he sure knows how to smash centuries in ODIs with 43 tons to his name scoring 12344 runs.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/have-experienced-times-when-i-felt-alone-in-a-room-full-of-people-who-love-me-virat-kohli-on-mental-health-507858" hreflang="en">Have experienced times when I felt alone in a room full of people who love me: Virat Kohli on mental health</a></p>

<p>In T20Is, Kohli has smashed 3308 runs with 30 half-centuries. Former India captain is set to return for Men in Blue in the Asia Cup, where they will take on Pakistan in their opening match of the tournament.</p>


Fourteen years ago on this day, August 18, former India captain Virat Kohli took his first steps on the international stage when he made his ODI debut for India aged 19.

Fourteen years ago on this day, August 18, former India captain Virat Kohli took his first steps on the international stage when he made his ODI debut for India aged 19. In his 14-year-long international stint since, Kohli went on to be regarded as one of the greats and led the Indian team in all formats of the game. Marking the 14th anniversary of his debut in international cricket, Kohli took a trip down the memory lane on Thursday as he posted a reel on his official Instagram account, featuring some of the most iconic pictures from his outstanding career. ALSO READ: Virat Kohli's childhood coach shares 'slight concern' for his pupil ahead of Pakistan clash in Asia Cup Taking to Instagram, Kohli wrote, "14 years ago, it all started and it's been an honour," alongside an Indian flag. Notably, Kohli had opened the batting in India, and he faced 22 balls scoring just 12 runs and batted for 33 minutes at the crease before Sri Lankan bowler Nuwan Kulasekara dismissed him in the eighth over as India were beaten by eight wickets. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Virat Kohli (@virat.kohli) × He has since gone on to shatter numerous records along the way gathering 8074 runs in Tests, with 27 centuries. Kohli is one of the best batters in all the formats but he sure knows how to smash centuries in ODIs with 43 tons to his name scoring 12344 runs. ALSO READ: Have experienced times when I felt alone in a room full of people who love me: Virat Kohli on mental health In T20Is, Kohli has smashed 3308 runs with 30 half-centuries. Former India captain is set to return for Men in Blue in the Asia Cup, where they will take on Pakistan in their opening match of the tournament.

'14 years ago'- Virat Kohli takes a trip down memory lane, celebrating his stint in international cricket

<p>Former Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli is one of the most popular cricketers of the current generation and is widely regarded as one of the best batters of the present era. Kohli has been one of the most consistent performers for the Indian team across formats in international cricket and has shattered several records with his remarkable performances over the years.</p>

<p>Kohli stressed the importance of focusing on mental health for young athletes as they have to constantly deal with pressure and expectations. Kohli, who has himself faced several highs and lows in his career so far, revealed he has had to deal with numerous difficult phases and there was a point when he felt alone despite being surrounded by his loved ones.</p>

<p>The senior Team India batter believes sport&nbsp;brings the best out of a player but at the same time dealing with the staggering amount of pressure can have an adverse effect on the mental health of athletes. The Indian captain has himself had to deal with intense criticism over the past couple of years due to his ongoing lean patch with the willow.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohlis-childhood-coach-shares-slight-concern-for-his-pupil-ahead-of-pakistan-clash-in-asia-cup-507807">Virat Kohli's childhood coach shares 'slight concern' for his pupil ahead of Pakistan clash in Asia Cup</a></p>

<p>"For an athlete, the sport can bring the best out of you as a player but at the same time, the amount of pressure that you are constantly under, can affect your mental health negatively. It is definitely a serious issue and as much as we try to be strong at all times, it can tear you apart," Kohli told The Indian Express.</p>

<p>Kohli has not been on top of his game for a while now as he continues to struggle for runs across formats. Kohli was once known for his incredible consistency and kept notching up centuries for fun, however, things have gone haywire for the former skipper in the last couple of years.</p>

<p>Despite being under constant scrutiny, Kohli has managed to stay strong and is expected to bounce back soon. He is currently enjoying a break and will be back in action in the upcoming Asia Cup 2022. Recalling the difficult situations he had to face, Kohli said mental health is as important as physical fitness for an athlete.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/i-cant-compare-myself-to-dhoni-or-rohit-as-a-leader-their-achievements-are-far-greater-kl-rahul-507841">&nbsp;I can't compare myself to Dhoni or Rohit as a leader, their achievements are far greater: KL Rahul</a></p>

<p>"My tips to aspiring athletes would be that yes, physical fitness and focus on recovery are the key to being a good athlete, but at the same time, it is crucial to consistently keep in touch with your inner self," said the Indian superstar, who is arguable one of the most followed cricketers in the world.</p>

<p>"I personally have experienced times when even in a room full of people who support and love me, I felt alone, and I am sure that this is a feeling that a lot of people can relate to. So, take out time for yourself and reconnect with your core self. If you lose that connection, it wouldn’t take very long for other things to crumble around you."</p>

<p>"You need to learn how to compartmentalise your time so that there’s balance. It takes practice like anything else in life, but it’s something worth investing in, that’s the only way to feel a sense of sanity and enjoyment while doing your work," he added.</p>

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Former Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli is one of the most popular cricketers of the current generation and is widely regarded as one of the best batters of the present era.

Former Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli is one of the most popular cricketers of the current generation and is widely regarded as one of the best batters of the present era. Kohli has been one of the most consistent performers for the Indian team across formats in international cricket and has shattered several records with his remarkable performances over the years. Kohli stressed the importance of focusing on mental health for young athletes as they have to constantly deal with pressure and expectations. Kohli, who has himself faced several highs and lows in his career so far, revealed he has had to deal with numerous difficult phases and there was a point when he felt alone despite being surrounded by his loved ones. The senior Team India batter believes sport brings the best out of a player but at the same time dealing with the staggering amount of pressure can have an adverse effect on the mental health of athletes. The Indian captain has himself had to deal with intense criticism over the past couple of years due to his ongoing lean patch with the willow. Also Read: Virat Kohli's childhood coach shares 'slight concern' for his pupil ahead of Pakistan clash in Asia Cup "For an athlete, the sport can bring the best out of you as a player but at the same time, the amount of pressure that you are constantly under, can affect your mental health negatively. It is definitely a serious issue and as much as we try to be strong at all times, it can tear you apart," Kohli told The Indian Express. Kohli has not been on top of his game for a while now as he continues to struggle for runs across formats. Kohli was once known for his incredible consistency and kept notching up centuries for fun, however, things have gone haywire for the former skipper in the last couple of years. Despite being under constant scrutiny, Kohli has managed to stay strong and is expected to bounce back soon. He is currently enjoying a break and will be back in action in the upcoming Asia Cup 2022. Recalling the difficult situations he had to face, Kohli said mental health is as important as physical fitness for an athlete. Also Read: I can't compare myself to Dhoni or Rohit as a leader, their achievements are far greater: KL Rahul "My tips to aspiring athletes would be that yes, physical fitness and focus on recovery are the key to being a good athlete, but at the same time, it is crucial to consistently keep in touch with your inner self," said the Indian superstar, who is arguable one of the most followed cricketers in the world. "I personally have experienced times when even in a room full of people who support and love me, I felt alone, and I am sure that this is a feeling that a lot of people can relate to. So, take out time for yourself and reconnect with your core self. If you lose that connection, it wouldn’t take very long for other things to crumble around you." "You need to learn how to compartmentalise your time so that there’s balance. It takes practice like anything else in life, but it’s something worth investing in, that’s the only way to feel a sense of sanity and enjoyment while doing your work," he added.

Have experienced times when I felt alone in a room full of people who love me: Virat Kohli on mental health

<p>Ravi Shastri's coaching tenure for Team India was quite a memorable one. While he didn't take India to an ICC title, the then Virat Kohli-led national side achieved sizeable success under him. Under Shastri, India reached the 2019 ODI World Cup semi-final, inaugural WTC final, dominated at home, beat Australia twice in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy Down Under, drew a five-match Test series versus hosts England and won bilateral T20I series in SENA countries.</p>

<p>Recently, veteran keeper-batter Dinesh Karthik reflected on Shastri's glorious run as India's head coach and had a lot of positives to say. Karthik revealed what annoyed Shastri the most and made an interesting claim.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He had a very low tolerance for somebody who wouldn’t bat at a certain pace he did not like or someone who was doing very differently in the nets and in the match, he would go and bat differently. He would not be very appreciative of that. Shastri knew exactly what he wanted from the team, the way in which it was played, but his tolerance was very little for failures. He always used to push people to do very well," said Karthik on Cricbuzz' docuseries Summer Stalemate</p>

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<p>Further, the 37-year-old Karthik feels Shastri did a better job serving as India's coach, than as a cricketer. "I think Shastri, the player, was somebody who was probably not as talented but fulfilled his talent as a coach. He did much better than what he was expected to do. As a coach, he was a larger-than-life person. He was somebody who pushed players to try and achieve special things," added Karthik.</p>


Ravi Shastri's coaching tenure for Team India was quite a memorable one. While he didn't take India to an ICC title, the then Virat Kohli-led national side achieved sizeable success under him.

Ravi Shastri's coaching tenure for Team India was quite a memorable one. While he didn't take India to an ICC title, the then Virat Kohli-led national side achieved sizeable success under him. Under Shastri, India reached the 2019 ODI World Cup semi-final, inaugural WTC final, dominated at home, beat Australia twice in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy Down Under, drew a five-match Test series versus hosts England and won bilateral T20I series in SENA countries. Recently, veteran keeper-batter Dinesh Karthik reflected on Shastri's glorious run as India's head coach and had a lot of positives to say. Karthik revealed what annoyed Shastri the most and made an interesting claim. "He had a very low tolerance for somebody who wouldn’t bat at a certain pace he did not like or someone who was doing very differently in the nets and in the match, he would go and bat differently. He would not be very appreciative of that. Shastri knew exactly what he wanted from the team, the way in which it was played, but his tolerance was very little for failures. He always used to push people to do very well," said Karthik on Cricbuzz' docuseries Summer Stalemate ALSO READ | He did not see that coming: Dinesh Karthik recalls Rohit Sharma's low point that 'tore him to shreds' Further, the 37-year-old Karthik feels Shastri did a better job serving as India's coach, than as a cricketer. "I think Shastri, the player, was somebody who was probably not as talented but fulfilled his talent as a coach. He did much better than what he was expected to do. As a coach, he was a larger-than-life person. He was somebody who pushed players to try and achieve special things," added Karthik.

'His tolerance was very little...' - Dinesh Karthik explains what annoyed ex-India coach Ravi Shastri the most

<p>All eyes of the cricketing fraternity is&nbsp;now on the India-Pakistan 2022 Asia Cup clash, which will be held on August 28 in the UAE. Both sides will be meeting each other for the first time since last year's T20 World Cup face-off, where Babar Azam &amp; Co. thrashed India by ten wickets at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.</p>

<p>For the unversed, the match will be held at the same venue. India will look to avenge their T20 WC loss versus the Men in Green and will also be bolstered by the return of former skipper Virat Kohli. Kohli wasn't part of India's white-ball tour of West Indies, due to rest, and had an ordinary IPL 2022 campaign followed by a below-par tour of England, where he ended without a single half-century across formats. Hence, Kohli will make heads turn once he walks out on the 22-yard cricket strip versus the Asian giants.</p>

<p>Ahead of the India-Pakistan face-off, Kohli's childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma shared his 'slight concern' for his pupil. "There is a slight concern that he has not played too many T20 matches. But I am not at all worried because he is preparing very well. He is extremely positive and is coming back refreshed. So it is not a matter of too much concern," Sharma told&nbsp;<em>India News.</em></p>

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<p>Rajkumar also sounded optimistic of Kohli being able to play as per India's new and aggressive&nbsp;batting approach. In this regard, he opined, "He is a big player, he knows how he has to score runs, and at which strike rate he has to bat. The Indian team's template has definitely changed, but everyone has seen Virat's adaptability, he adapts according to the team's requirements and will do so going forward as well."</p>

<p>India will enter the forthcoming Asian championship as the defending champions. They have won the last two editions, including the one held in the shortest format -- for the first time in the tournament history -- in 2016.</p>


All eyes of the cricketing fraternity is now on the India-Pakistan 2022 Asia Cup clash, which will be held on August 28 in the UAE. Both sides will be meeting each other for the first time since last year's T20 World Cup face-off, where Babar Azam & Co.

All eyes of the cricketing fraternity is now on the India-Pakistan 2022 Asia Cup clash, which will be held on August 28 in the UAE. Both sides will be meeting each other for the first time since last year's T20 World Cup face-off, where Babar Azam & Co. thrashed India by ten wickets at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. For the unversed, the match will be held at the same venue. India will look to avenge their T20 WC loss versus the Men in Green and will also be bolstered by the return of former skipper Virat Kohli. Kohli wasn't part of India's white-ball tour of West Indies, due to rest, and had an ordinary IPL 2022 campaign followed by a below-par tour of England, where he ended without a single half-century across formats. Hence, Kohli will make heads turn once he walks out on the 22-yard cricket strip versus the Asian giants. Ahead of the India-Pakistan face-off, Kohli's childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma shared his 'slight concern' for his pupil. "There is a slight concern that he has not played too many T20 matches. But I am not at all worried because he is preparing very well. He is extremely positive and is coming back refreshed. So it is not a matter of too much concern," Sharma told India News. ALSO READ | 'Shahid Afridi was abusing Sachin Tendulkar a lot' - Sehwag recalls India-Pakistan 2003 World Cup clash Rajkumar also sounded optimistic of Kohli being able to play as per India's new and aggressive batting approach. In this regard, he opined, "He is a big player, he knows how he has to score runs, and at which strike rate he has to bat. The Indian team's template has definitely changed, but everyone has seen Virat's adaptability, he adapts according to the team's requirements and will do so going forward as well." India will enter the forthcoming Asian championship as the defending champions. They have won the last two editions, including the one held in the shortest format -- for the first time in the tournament history -- in 2016.

Virat Kohli's childhood coach shares 'slight concern' for his pupil ahead of Pakistan clash in Asia Cup

<p>Rohit Sharma was promoted as India's full-time captain after Virat Kohli relinquished captaincy duties altogether by resigning as the red-ball captain early this year. Hitman, as Rohit is fondly called worldwide, has come a long way ever since his international debut in 2007. After his debut, he struggled for consistency -- despite showcasing his skills and talent in his early days -- before his fortunes changing after becoming a limited-overs opener since the 2013 Champions Trophy. Later in the same year, Rohit made his Test debut and scored two tons in his first-ever red-ball game but never managed to settle in the Test line-up in the following years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rohit's stature continued to grow in white-ball formats, where he came to his own since early 2016, he didn't play a single Test between&nbsp;October 2016 and November 2017. Moreover, his next Test century -- after his debut match -- also came in late 2017. While he was part of the South Africa Tests, in the African nation, in early 2018 and was among runs in the limited-overs series versus hosts England -- during Virat Kohli &amp; Co.'s trip to the United Kingdom after a few months -- he was dropped for the five Tests versus Joe Root-led England. Thus, veteran keeper-batter Dinesh Karthik recently revealed that the 2018 Test omission hit Rohit really hard.</p>

<p>"He had almost gone down the path where he was so successful as a white-ball cricketer. He was happy doing that. And when he did come back into the Test team, you've got to remember in 2018, he was dropped from the Test team. He was sent back after the white-ball leg and that really hurt him. Rohit Sharma did not see that coming and that really tore him to shreds," Karthik said in the docu-series Summer Stalemate on Cricbuzz.</p>

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<p>While Rohit wasn't part of India's 4-1 loss at the hands of hosts England during the 2018 English summer, his red-ball career blossomed post his staggering success in the 2019 ODI World Cup. After the mega event, then head coach Ravi Shastri backed Rohit as a Test opener and Hitman hasn't disappointed ever since. Since India's home series versus South Africa in October 2019, Rohit has scored as many as five centuries -- including a double ton and also registering his maiden triple-figure knock in the format in overseas -- along with four half-centuries.</p>


Rohit Sharma was promoted as India's full-time captain after Virat Kohli relinquished captaincy duties altogether by resigning as the red-ball captain early this year.

Rohit Sharma was promoted as India's full-time captain after Virat Kohli relinquished captaincy duties altogether by resigning as the red-ball captain early this year. Hitman, as Rohit is fondly called worldwide, has come a long way ever since his international debut in 2007. After his debut, he struggled for consistency -- despite showcasing his skills and talent in his early days -- before his fortunes changing after becoming a limited-overs opener since the 2013 Champions Trophy. Later in the same year, Rohit made his Test debut and scored two tons in his first-ever red-ball game but never managed to settle in the Test line-up in the following years. Rohit's stature continued to grow in white-ball formats, where he came to his own since early 2016, he didn't play a single Test between October 2016 and November 2017. Moreover, his next Test century -- after his debut match -- also came in late 2017. While he was part of the South Africa Tests, in the African nation, in early 2018 and was among runs in the limited-overs series versus hosts England -- during Virat Kohli & Co.'s trip to the United Kingdom after a few months -- he was dropped for the five Tests versus Joe Root-led England. Thus, veteran keeper-batter Dinesh Karthik recently revealed that the 2018 Test omission hit Rohit really hard. "He had almost gone down the path where he was so successful as a white-ball cricketer. He was happy doing that. And when he did come back into the Test team, you've got to remember in 2018, he was dropped from the Test team. He was sent back after the white-ball leg and that really hurt him. Rohit Sharma did not see that coming and that really tore him to shreds," Karthik said in the docu-series Summer Stalemate on Cricbuzz. ALSO READ | Sourav Ganguly opines on Team India's multiple captaincy changes in 2022, explains how it has been beneficial While Rohit wasn't part of India's 4-1 loss at the hands of hosts England during the 2018 English summer, his red-ball career blossomed post his staggering success in the 2019 ODI World Cup. After the mega event, then head coach Ravi Shastri backed Rohit as a Test opener and Hitman hasn't disappointed ever since. Since India's home series versus South Africa in October 2019, Rohit has scored as many as five centuries -- including a double ton and also registering his maiden triple-figure knock in the format in overseas -- along with four half-centuries.

He did not see that coming: Dinesh Karthik recalls Rohit Sharma's low point that 'tore him to shreds'

<p>Team India is shaping up really well, under Rohit Sharma, for the upcoming 2022 T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia from October-November. Since last year's edition, in the UAE, India have changed their approach with the bat -- with the top-order being more aggressive in their approach -- whereas they have also been blessed with a good balance in the lower-half, especially with the return of Hardik Pandya.</p>

<p>Hardik, who led Gujarat Titans (GT) to IPL 2022 championship, has been firing on all cylinders ever since he made his comeback into the Indian team. He has bowled at regular intervals, accounted for key wickets, brought a sense of calm with the bat and has won games for India with his all-round blitz. Moreover, he is now also being seen as a future captain and has led with aplomb in the limited opportunities so far.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In an interaction with the&nbsp;<em>Times of India</em>, former South Africa all-rounder&nbsp;Lance Klusener lavished huge praise on Pandya and feels Team India is a different outfit in his presence. "A fast-bowling all-rounder like Hardik Pandya adds glue to any white-ball side or to any cricket team. It's so good to have him back and is getting into the form we are accustomed to. The Indian team looks a different side when Hardik Pandya is in full flow."</p>

<p>Klusner, who is currently Zimbabwe's batting coach,&nbsp;also feels a lowly-ranked African team will learn a lot while playing against a second-stringed Indian line-up. The Men in Blue's tour of Zimbabwe kicks off on August 18.</p>

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<p>In this regard, the former cricketer added, "It will be a great learning curve for a team like Zimbabwe to play against a top side like India. It's a good challenge for us and an opportunity for our players to learn and grow."</p>

<p>India will play Zimbabwe in a bilateral series for the first time since 2016&nbsp;as both teams will lock horns in three ODIs, commencing on August 18. KL Rahul will lead Team India -- who will be without regular captain Rohit, Hardik, Rishabh Pant, Virat Kohli, etc. -- whereas Shikhar Dhawan will serve as his deputy.</p>


Team India is shaping up really well, under Rohit Sharma, for the upcoming 2022 T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia from October-November. Since last year's edition, in the UAE, India have changed their approach with the bat -- with the top-order being more aggressive in their approach -- whereas they have also been blessed with a good balance in the lower-half, especially with the return of Hardik Pandya.

Team India is shaping up really well, under Rohit Sharma, for the upcoming 2022 T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia from October-November. Since last year's edition, in the UAE, India have changed their approach with the bat -- with the top-order being more aggressive in their approach -- whereas they have also been blessed with a good balance in the lower-half, especially with the return of Hardik Pandya. Hardik, who led Gujarat Titans (GT) to IPL 2022 championship, has been firing on all cylinders ever since he made his comeback into the Indian team. He has bowled at regular intervals, accounted for key wickets, brought a sense of calm with the bat and has won games for India with his all-round blitz. Moreover, he is now also being seen as a future captain and has led with aplomb in the limited opportunities so far. In an interaction with the Times of India, former South Africa all-rounder Lance Klusener lavished huge praise on Pandya and feels Team India is a different outfit in his presence. "A fast-bowling all-rounder like Hardik Pandya adds glue to any white-ball side or to any cricket team. It's so good to have him back and is getting into the form we are accustomed to. The Indian team looks a different side when Hardik Pandya is in full flow." Klusner, who is currently Zimbabwe's batting coach, also feels a lowly-ranked African team will learn a lot while playing against a second-stringed Indian line-up. The Men in Blue's tour of Zimbabwe kicks off on August 18. ALSO READ | Team India wasn't aggressive under Kohli, but players attack under Rohit's captaincy, feels Aakash Chopra In this regard, the former cricketer added, "It will be a great learning curve for a team like Zimbabwe to play against a top side like India. It's a good challenge for us and an opportunity for our players to learn and grow." India will play Zimbabwe in a bilateral series for the first time since 2016 as both teams will lock horns in three ODIs, commencing on August 18. KL Rahul will lead Team India -- who will be without regular captain Rohit, Hardik, Rishabh Pant, Virat Kohli, etc. -- whereas Shikhar Dhawan will serve as his deputy.

'Team India looks a different side when he is in full flow': Lance Klusner lauds Men in Blue's star player

<p>Former Indian opener-turned-commentator Aakash Chopra recently compared the captaincy styles of Virat Kohli and current Team India skipper Rohit Sharma. Rohit took over from Virat in T20Is soon after his resignation post the 2021 T20 World Cup, took over as ODI captain post his predecessor Kohli's sacking and was also named the Test captain early this year, after Virat gave up captaincy duties altogether.</p>

<p>Since then, Rohit-led India have done well in the limited-overs format and are gearing up for the 2022 Asia Cup, which will be followed by the T20 World Cup in October-November in Australia. Under Kohli, India did achieve a lot of success across formats -- despite not winning an ICC title -- and were an aggressive unit. However, Chopra made an interesting claim by saying that players under Rohit are far from attacking in their approach.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Virat Kohli's big focus was - 'I want to do this.' It was a lot about wanting to set an example. Virat Kohli was very very aggressive on the field, in your face, never taking a backward step, but the team was not that aggressive under Virat Kohli," Chopra said on his Youtube channel. "That's a very interesting bit that he was himself very aggressive but the team was not aggressive. There could be multiple reasons for that. He talked about intent many times but we saw [Cheteshwar] Pujara getting run out twice in one match. So the 'intent' word was perhaps not understood correctly," he added.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, Chopra opined that Rohit might not seem to be that aggressive and animated, however, the team plays with a lot of freedom and aggression in his leadership. "Rohit Sharma is a very interesting character as a captain. The one thing I like about him a lot is that when you meet Rohit Sharma or see him on the ground, he doesn't look animated but the team that plays under him attacks," Chopra opined.</p>

<p>"We have seen that they play with freedom or you can say aggression. The main reason for that is he gives confidence to the team, that they have made a philosophy, they will play according to that, and that he is standing behind the players and will not let them get dropped," he further asserted.</p>


Former Indian opener-turned-commentator Aakash Chopra recently compared the captaincy styles of Virat Kohli and current Team India skipper Rohit Sharma. Rohit took over from Virat in T20Is soon after his resignation post the 2021 T20 World Cup, took over as ODI captain post his predecessor Kohli's sacking and was also named the Test captain early this year, after Virat gave up captaincy duties altogether.

Former Indian opener-turned-commentator Aakash Chopra recently compared the captaincy styles of Virat Kohli and current Team India skipper Rohit Sharma. Rohit took over from Virat in T20Is soon after his resignation post the 2021 T20 World Cup, took over as ODI captain post his predecessor Kohli's sacking and was also named the Test captain early this year, after Virat gave up captaincy duties altogether. Since then, Rohit-led India have done well in the limited-overs format and are gearing up for the 2022 Asia Cup, which will be followed by the T20 World Cup in October-November in Australia. Under Kohli, India did achieve a lot of success across formats -- despite not winning an ICC title -- and were an aggressive unit. However, Chopra made an interesting claim by saying that players under Rohit are far from attacking in their approach. "Virat Kohli's big focus was - 'I want to do this.' It was a lot about wanting to set an example. Virat Kohli was very very aggressive on the field, in your face, never taking a backward step, but the team was not that aggressive under Virat Kohli," Chopra said on his Youtube channel. "That's a very interesting bit that he was himself very aggressive but the team was not aggressive. There could be multiple reasons for that. He talked about intent many times but we saw [Cheteshwar] Pujara getting run out twice in one match. So the 'intent' word was perhaps not understood correctly," he added. ALSO READ | 'Let him practice': BCCI president Sourav Ganguly reacts to Virat Kohli's lean patch ahead of Asia Cup 2022 Meanwhile, Chopra opined that Rohit might not seem to be that aggressive and animated, however, the team plays with a lot of freedom and aggression in his leadership. "Rohit Sharma is a very interesting character as a captain. The one thing I like about him a lot is that when you meet Rohit Sharma or see him on the ground, he doesn't look animated but the team that plays under him attacks," Chopra opined. "We have seen that they play with freedom or you can say aggression. The main reason for that is he gives confidence to the team, that they have made a philosophy, they will play according to that, and that he is standing behind the players and will not let them get dropped," he further asserted.

Team India wasn't aggressive under Kohli, but players attack under Rohit's captaincy, feels Aakash Chopra

<p>On Monday (August 15), India is celebrating 75 years&nbsp;of Independence from the British Raj. The country had attained freedom on August 15, 1947 (<em>it is the 75th anniversary of India's&nbsp;independence, but it is still the 76th Independence Day</em>). Each year,&nbsp;the landmark day is celebrated with full enthusiasm across the nation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As India have dived deep into celebrations and are recalling their freedom fighters who fought for the country, sporting fraternity members have taken to their official Twitter handles to pour wishes&nbsp;on a historic day. The likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Virender Sehwag, Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, Sania Mirza, Bajrang Punia, Mirabai Chanu and many others have joined the bandwagon in wishing the countrymen on Monday morning. <strong>Here are some of the reactions from the country's superstar athletes:</strong></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">75 glorious years. Proud to be an Indian. Happy Independence Day to all. Jai Hind. 🇮🇳</p>
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) <a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli/status/1559039801671618560?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2022</a></blockquote>
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— zaheer khan (@ImZaheer) <a href="https://twitter.com/ImZaheer/status/1558960773082357760?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 14, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="hi">न पूछो ज़माने को के क्या मेरी कहानी है, हमारी पहचान तो बस इतनी है कि हम हिंदुस्तानी है |<br />
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हर करम अपना करेंगे ए वतन तेरे लिए दिल दिया है…जां भी देंगे ऐ वतन तेरे लिए!! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%E0%A4%B8%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%B5%E0%A4%A4%E0%A4%82%E0%A4%A4%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%B0%E0%A4%A4%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%A6%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%B5%E0%A4%B8?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#स्वतंत्रतादिवस</a> की आप सभी को अनेक शुभकामनाएँ । <a href="https://t.co/lBu7IC0xqe">pic.twitter.com/lBu7IC0xqe</a></p>
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) <a href="https://twitter.com/virendersehwag/status/1559017745462611968?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="hi">75 years of independence. स्वतंत्रता दिवस की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं 🇮🇳 <a href="https://t.co/5KlQA3Y87d">pic.twitter.com/5KlQA3Y87d</a></p>
— Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) <a href="https://twitter.com/ImRo45/status/1559050172532916229?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2022</a></blockquote>
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— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) <a href="https://twitter.com/IrfanPathan/status/1558774490683023360?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 14, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Happy Independence Day 🇮🇳 75 glorious years .. <a href="https://t.co/zNcsNSpA9V">pic.twitter.com/zNcsNSpA9V</a></p>
— Sania Mirza (@MirzaSania) <a href="https://twitter.com/MirzaSania/status/1558953816606777344?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 14, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Thousands laid down their lives<br />
so that our country breaths this day.<br />
never forget their sacrifice.<br />
Happy Independence Day 🇮🇳🇮🇳<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/harghartiranga?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#harghartiranga</a>🇮🇳 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/HarGharTiranga?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#HarGharTiranga</a> <a href="https://t.co/N8YGoBCZ8U">pic.twitter.com/N8YGoBCZ8U</a></p>
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Proud to be an Indian. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndependenceDay2022?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndependenceDay2022</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndiaAt75?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndiaAt75</a> <a href="https://t.co/pyxolNVCDr">pic.twitter.com/pyxolNVCDr</a></p>
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हम बुलबुलें हैं इस की ये गुलसिताँ हमारा!<br />
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Happy Independence day to my fellow Indians all around the world 🇮🇳 😊 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndependenceDay2022?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndependenceDay2022</a> <a href="https://t.co/jaaMV4hq1X">pic.twitter.com/jaaMV4hq1X</a></p>
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Jai Hind 🇮🇳 <a href="https://t.co/eaEQjfdTK6">pic.twitter.com/eaEQjfdTK6</a></p>
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<p>On the historic occasion, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi&nbsp;hoisted the national flag at the Red Fort, New Delhi on Monday morning. In addition, he&nbsp;paid tributes to freedom fighters such as Tatya Tope, Ram Prasad Bismil, Ashfaqullah Khan who fought hard to free the country from the Britishers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM Modi&nbsp;also saluted the soldiers, police forces as well as the citizens and said in his speech, "There were problems of food security, war, terrorism, natural calamities but India marched forward against all odds. Our nation has proved we have inherent strength coming from our diversity. My understanding of spirit of India made me realise that for New India we needed to ensure inclusive development." He added, "Any nation that has progressed, has discipline ingrained in its citizens; if all follow their responsibilities, India will grow fast."</p>


On Monday (August 15), India is celebrating 75 years of Independence from the British Raj. The country had attained freedom on August 15, 1947 (it is the 75th anniversary of India's independence, but it is still the 76th Independence Day).

On Monday (August 15), India is celebrating 75 years of Independence from the British Raj. The country had attained freedom on August 15, 1947 (it is the 75th anniversary of India's independence, but it is still the 76th Independence Day). Each year, the landmark day is celebrated with full enthusiasm across the nation. As India have dived deep into celebrations and are recalling their freedom fighters who fought for the country, sporting fraternity members have taken to their official Twitter handles to pour wishes on a historic day. The likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Virender Sehwag, Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, Sania Mirza, Bajrang Punia, Mirabai Chanu and many others have joined the bandwagon in wishing the countrymen on Monday morning. Here are some of the reactions from the country's superstar athletes: 75 glorious years. Proud to be an Indian. Happy Independence Day to all. Jai Hind. 🇮🇳 — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) August 15, 2022 × ALSO READ | India's 76th Independence Day celebrations: Everything PM Modi said in his speech #NewProfilePic pic.twitter.com/RXgvSv41Vo — zaheer khan (@ImZaheer) August 14, 2022 × न पूछो ज़माने को के क्या मेरी कहानी है, हमारी पहचान तो बस इतनी है कि हम हिंदुस्तानी है | हर करम अपना करेंगे ए वतन तेरे लिए दिल दिया है…जां भी देंगे ऐ वतन तेरे लिए!! #स्वतंत्रतादिवस की आप सभी को अनेक शुभकामनाएँ । pic.twitter.com/lBu7IC0xqe — Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) August 15, 2022 × 75 years of independence. स्वतंत्रता दिवस की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/5KlQA3Y87d — Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) August 15, 2022 × #NewProfilePic pic.twitter.com/SvOvuIvm55 — Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) August 14, 2022 × ALSO READ | Explained: Is Indian flag unfurled or hoisted on Independence day? What's the difference? Happy Independence Day 🇮🇳 75 glorious years .. pic.twitter.com/zNcsNSpA9V — Sania Mirza (@MirzaSania) August 14, 2022 × Thousands laid down their lives so that our country breaths this day. never forget their sacrifice. Happy Independence Day 🇮🇳🇮🇳#harghartiranga🇮🇳 #HarGharTiranga pic.twitter.com/N8YGoBCZ8U — sreejesh p r (@16Sreejesh) August 15, 2022 × Playing for India was a dream and also a huge responsibility to give my best for the nation. It was a proud feeling that I'll always cherish. As our nation completes 75 years of independence, let's strive harder to reach new heights. #IndiaAt75 #IndependenceDay2022 pic.twitter.com/M6EVisDeLW — Mithali Raj (@M_Raj03) August 15, 2022 × May the glory of our Nation live forever! Wishing love, peace and prosperity to everyone on the occasion of Independence Day. Proud to be an Indian. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳#IndependenceDay2022 #IndiaAt75 pic.twitter.com/pyxolNVCDr — VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) August 15, 2022 × सारे जहाँ से अच्छा हिन्दोस्ताँ हमारा हम बुलबुलें हैं इस की ये गुलसिताँ हमारा! Happy Independence day to my fellow Indians all around the world 🇮🇳 😊 #IndependenceDay2022 pic.twitter.com/jaaMV4hq1X — Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) August 15, 2022 × Happy Independence Day to all. Jai Hind 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/eaEQjfdTK6 — Saikhom Mirabai Chanu (@mirabai_chanu) August 15, 2022 × सभी देशवासियों को #स्वतंत्रतादिवस की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं। जय हिंद जय भारत ! #hargharTiranga pic.twitter.com/QgC3JHbrA4 — Bajrang Punia 🇮🇳 (@BajrangPunia) August 15, 2022 × On the historic occasion, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the national flag at the Red Fort, New Delhi on Monday morning. In addition, he paid tributes to freedom fighters such as Tatya Tope, Ram Prasad Bismil, Ashfaqullah Khan who fought hard to free the country from the Britishers. PM Modi also saluted the soldiers, police forces as well as the citizens and said in his speech, "There were problems of food security, war, terrorism, natural calamities but India marched forward against all odds. Our nation has proved we have inherent strength coming from our diversity. My understanding of spirit of India made me realise that for New India we needed to ensure inclusive development." He added, "Any nation that has progressed, has discipline ingrained in its citizens; if all follow their responsibilities, India will grow fast."

From Virat Kohli to Mirabai Chanu: Sporting icons wish countrymen on India's Independence Day

<p>Senior batter Virat Kohli's form is a huge concern for the Indian team ahead of the upcoming Asia Cup 2022 in the UAE. The premier tournament is all set to get underway on August 27 with India locking horns with Pakistan in a marquee clash at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai on August 28.</p>

<p>Kohli, who is currently on a break, will return to action for the Men in Blue in the tournament and will be hoping to bounce back to form. Kohli has endured a lean patch in international cricket for a while now and has&nbsp;not scored a century for the Indian team for almost three years now.</p>

<p>Kohli was last seen in action for the Indian team during their tour of England earlier this year. He had a disastrous run with the willow as the former India skipper flopped across all three formats of the game.</p>

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<p>Amid his poor form, Board Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Sourav Ganguly has backed the senior batter to roar back to form. Ganguly urged Kohli to practice more and play more matches while expressing confidence in his abilities.</p>

<p>“Let him practice, let him play matches. He is a big player and has scored plenty of runs. I am hopeful that he will make a comeback. He is just not being able to score a century and I believe he will find his form in the Asia Cup,” Ganguly was quoted as saying by <em>India Today.&nbsp;</em></p>

<p>Kohli has been a prolific run-getter in the Asia Cup over the years, averaging over 60 in the tournament. The former India skipper had missed the last edition of the tournament in 2018 when Rohit Sharma led India to a memorable title triumph after a win over Bangladesh in the final.</p>

<p>India will open their campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan and will be hoping to get off to a winning start. The Men in Blue had lost against Pakistan in the last meeting between the two sides at the T20 World Cup 2021 last year and will be hopeful of avenging their defeat this time around.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ravindra-jadeja-likely-to-leave-csk-as-all-rounder-has-been-completely-out-of-touch-with-franchise-report-507117">Ravindra Jadeja likely to leave CSK as all-rounder has been 'completely out of touch' with franchise - Report</a></p>

<p>While the players will undoubtedly be under massive pressure in the high-profile clash, Ganguly believes the much-awaited encounter should be seen as just another game.</p>

<p>"I am seeing it as the Asia Cup. I do do not see any tournament as India vs Pakistan. When I used to be in my playing days, India vs Pakistan was just another match for me. I always looked to win the tournament," said the former India captain.</p>

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Senior batter Virat Kohli's form is a huge concern for the Indian team ahead of the upcoming Asia Cup 2022 in the UAE. The premier tournament is all set to get underway on August 27 with India locking horns with Pakistan in a marquee clash at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai on August 28.

Senior batter Virat Kohli's form is a huge concern for the Indian team ahead of the upcoming Asia Cup 2022 in the UAE. The premier tournament is all set to get underway on August 27 with India locking horns with Pakistan in a marquee clash at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai on August 28. Kohli, who is currently on a break, will return to action for the Men in Blue in the tournament and will be hoping to bounce back to form. Kohli has endured a lean patch in international cricket for a while now and has not scored a century for the Indian team for almost three years now. Kohli was last seen in action for the Indian team during their tour of England earlier this year. He had a disastrous run with the willow as the former India skipper flopped across all three formats of the game. Also Read: 'You're going to Mumbai?' - Harbhajan recalls his response to Akhtar's request for CWC'11 final tickets Amid his poor form, Board Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Sourav Ganguly has backed the senior batter to roar back to form. Ganguly urged Kohli to practice more and play more matches while expressing confidence in his abilities. “Let him practice, let him play matches. He is a big player and has scored plenty of runs. I am hopeful that he will make a comeback. He is just not being able to score a century and I believe he will find his form in the Asia Cup,” Ganguly was quoted as saying by India Today. Kohli has been a prolific run-getter in the Asia Cup over the years, averaging over 60 in the tournament. The former India skipper had missed the last edition of the tournament in 2018 when Rohit Sharma led India to a memorable title triumph after a win over Bangladesh in the final. India will open their campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan and will be hoping to get off to a winning start. The Men in Blue had lost against Pakistan in the last meeting between the two sides at the T20 World Cup 2021 last year and will be hopeful of avenging their defeat this time around. Also Read: Ravindra Jadeja likely to leave CSK as all-rounder has been 'completely out of touch' with franchise - Report While the players will undoubtedly be under massive pressure in the high-profile clash, Ganguly believes the much-awaited encounter should be seen as just another game. "I am seeing it as the Asia Cup. I do do not see any tournament as India vs Pakistan. When I used to be in my playing days, India vs Pakistan was just another match for me. I always looked to win the tournament," said the former India captain.

'Let him practice': BCCI president Sourav Ganguly reacts to Virat Kohli's lean patch ahead of Asia Cup 2022

<p>The cricketing fraternity is eagerly waiting for the commencement of the Asia Cup 2022 edition, which will be held in the UAE from August 27-September 11. Both India and Pakistan are placed in the same group, and await another team from the qualifiers, as the two Asian giants will lock horns on August 28 before two more possible face-offs, in the Super Four round and the finale.</p>

<p>Ahead of the showpiece event, which will be held after 2018, former Pakistan captain Salman Butt shared his take on whether Rohit Sharma-led India will start as favourites for the Asian championship. The Men in Blue won the last two editions. India had won the 2016 edition, played in the T20I format, and also clinched the 2018 championship which was held in the 50-over format. This time around, the competition will again be played in the shortest format as a dress rehearsal for the 2022 T20 World Cup (from October-November in Australia).</p>

<p>Answering a question on his&nbsp;<i>YouTube</i>&nbsp;channel about whether India start as a favourite, Butt stated,&nbsp;"They definitely can." He jokingly&nbsp;added,&nbsp;"Do they lack vitamins?”</p>

<p>“Any of the competing teams can win. Realistically, India have been playing really well. They have a big pool of players, and most of the guys have gained international experience. That’s why people are terming them favorites," Butt further asserted.</p>

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<p>“There is Pakistan. Everybody knows that, on their day, they can beat anybody. T20 cricket is such a format where one good partnership can decide the fate of the game. It all depends on the day. Afghanistan are also a dark horse. Bangladesh, sometimes, plays very good cricket, but on other days they are very bad," the ex-Pakistani opener added.</p>

<p>Talking about India's chances, they comprehensively&nbsp;won bilateral series versus New Zealand, West Indies and Sri Lanka before drawing a five-match T20I series versus South Africa -- all in home conditions -- beating&nbsp;England and West Indies in their own backyards since the 2021 T20 World Cup. Thus, they will certainly start as favourites for Asia Cup.</p>


The cricketing fraternity is eagerly waiting for the commencement of the Asia Cup 2022 edition, which will be held in the UAE from August 27-September 11. Both India and Pakistan are placed in the same group, and await another team from the qualifiers, as the two Asian giants will lock horns on August 28 before two more possible face-offs, in the Super Four round and the finale.

The cricketing fraternity is eagerly waiting for the commencement of the Asia Cup 2022 edition, which will be held in the UAE from August 27-September 11. Both India and Pakistan are placed in the same group, and await another team from the qualifiers, as the two Asian giants will lock horns on August 28 before two more possible face-offs, in the Super Four round and the finale. Ahead of the showpiece event, which will be held after 2018, former Pakistan captain Salman Butt shared his take on whether Rohit Sharma-led India will start as favourites for the Asian championship. The Men in Blue won the last two editions. India had won the 2016 edition, played in the T20I format, and also clinched the 2018 championship which was held in the 50-over format. This time around, the competition will again be played in the shortest format as a dress rehearsal for the 2022 T20 World Cup (from October-November in Australia). Answering a question on his YouTube channel about whether India start as a favourite, Butt stated, "They definitely can." He jokingly added, "Do they lack vitamins?” “Any of the competing teams can win. Realistically, India have been playing really well. They have a big pool of players, and most of the guys have gained international experience. That’s why people are terming them favorites," Butt further asserted. ALSO READ | 'We don't...' - Rishabh Pant reacts on stiff competition with Dinesh Karthik for T20 World Cup spot “There is Pakistan. Everybody knows that, on their day, they can beat anybody. T20 cricket is such a format where one good partnership can decide the fate of the game. It all depends on the day. Afghanistan are also a dark horse. Bangladesh, sometimes, plays very good cricket, but on other days they are very bad," the ex-Pakistani opener added. Talking about India's chances, they comprehensively won bilateral series versus New Zealand, West Indies and Sri Lanka before drawing a five-match T20I series versus South Africa -- all in home conditions -- beating England and West Indies in their own backyards since the 2021 T20 World Cup. Thus, they will certainly start as favourites for Asia Cup.

Is Team India favourites for Asia Cup 2022? Former Pakistan captain shares his take

<p>India are all set to lock horns with Pakistan in a marque clash in the upcoming Asia Cup 2022 which gets underway later this month. India have dominated their arch-rivals over the years in the premier competition and will be aiming to continue their&nbsp;stellar run against the Men in Green when they meet in Dubai on August 28.</p>

<p>The last meeting between the arch-rivals saw Babar Azam-led Pakistan thrash India by ten wickets at the T20 World Cup 2021 in the UAE to bring an end to their 29-year-long wait for their first win in a World Cup encounter against the Men in Blue. Pakistan had lost 12 matches against India in ODI and T20 World Cups before registering their maiden win last year.</p>

<p>Ahead of the high-profile Asia Cup clash between the two cricketing giants, former Pakistan pacer Aaqb Javed has explained why Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. will be favourites to win against the Men in Green. Analysing the strengths and weaknesses of the two teams, Javed said India will hold an edge over Pakistan due to their experienced batting line-up.</p>

<p>“The difference between the two teams lies in their batting. India's batting is still more experienced. If a batter like Rohit Sharma clicks, he can single-handedly win the match for India. Similarly with Fakhar Zaman," Javed said on Paktv.tv.</p>

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<p>The former Pakistan pacer also pointed out how Babar &amp; Co. still don't have a quality pace bowling all-rounder like Hardik Pandya, who can be the difference between the two teams in the blockbuster clash. Hardik has been in fine form with the bat and ball ever since making his comeback for India earlier this year.</p>

<p>"If he plays with control, he can win the match for Pakistan. But the middle-order line-up of India and Pakistan, that's the difference. Also their all-rounder, that makes a difference. Because Pakistan does not have a Hardik Pandya like all-rounder,” Javed explained.</p>

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<p>India will be hoping to get off to a winning start and&nbsp;avenge their T20 World Cup 2021 defeat when they take on&nbsp;Pakistan in Dubai on August 28. India will be heading into the Asia Cup 2022 as defending champions having won the last edition of the tournament under Rohit's captaincy in 2018.</p>

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India are all set to lock horns with Pakistan in a marque clash in the upcoming Asia Cup 2022 which gets underway later this month. India have dominated their arch-rivals over the years in the premier competition and will be aiming to continue their stellar run against the Men in Green when they meet in Dubai on August 28.

India are all set to lock horns with Pakistan in a marque clash in the upcoming Asia Cup 2022 which gets underway later this month. India have dominated their arch-rivals over the years in the premier competition and will be aiming to continue their stellar run against the Men in Green when they meet in Dubai on August 28. The last meeting between the arch-rivals saw Babar Azam-led Pakistan thrash India by ten wickets at the T20 World Cup 2021 in the UAE to bring an end to their 29-year-long wait for their first win in a World Cup encounter against the Men in Blue. Pakistan had lost 12 matches against India in ODI and T20 World Cups before registering their maiden win last year. Ahead of the high-profile Asia Cup clash between the two cricketing giants, former Pakistan pacer Aaqb Javed has explained why Rohit Sharma & Co. will be favourites to win against the Men in Green. Analysing the strengths and weaknesses of the two teams, Javed said India will hold an edge over Pakistan due to their experienced batting line-up. “The difference between the two teams lies in their batting. India's batting is still more experienced. If a batter like Rohit Sharma clicks, he can single-handedly win the match for India. Similarly with Fakhar Zaman," Javed said on Paktv.tv. Also Read: 'He was laughing'- Former Rajasthan Royals star Ross Taylor shockingly reveals he was slapped by owner The former Pakistan pacer also pointed out how Babar & Co. still don't have a quality pace bowling all-rounder like Hardik Pandya, who can be the difference between the two teams in the blockbuster clash. Hardik has been in fine form with the bat and ball ever since making his comeback for India earlier this year. "If he plays with control, he can win the match for Pakistan. But the middle-order line-up of India and Pakistan, that's the difference. Also their all-rounder, that makes a difference. Because Pakistan does not have a Hardik Pandya like all-rounder,” Javed explained. Also Read: Technically sound Babar Azam won't have rough patch as long as Virat Kohli: Ex-Pakistan pacer's big claim India will be hoping to get off to a winning start and avenge their T20 World Cup 2021 defeat when they take on Pakistan in Dubai on August 28. India will be heading into the Asia Cup 2022 as defending champions having won the last edition of the tournament under Rohit's captaincy in 2018.

Former Pakistan pacer explains why India are favourites against Babar Azam & Co. at Asia Cup 2022

<p>Team India superstar Virat Kohli has been struggling with the willow for quite a while now and has been on the receiving end of intense criticism from former cricketers and experts amid his woeful form. Kohli, who is regarded as one of the greatest batters of the generation, has not scored an international century for almost three years now and has failed to score runs consistently.</p>

<p>Kohli has been one of the most consistent batters across formats in the past decade but his recent slump in form has seen many raise questions over his spot in India's T20I squad ahead of the T20 World Cup. His failure to bounce back despite being backed by the team management has also been criticised by many.</p>

<p>However, Zimbabwe batter Sikandar Raza has backed Kohli to roar back to form soon and lauded the senior India batter for the contributions he has made to world cricket. Raza said the way Kohli has popularised fitness as the way forward in cricket and has been consistent across all three formats is commendable.</p>

<p>"As much as cricket was all about fitness and xyz, the way he took that part forward for the younger generations to follow, I think that is commendable and people should give him enough credit for that. I feel like he is the ultimate all-format player and that has nothing to do with stats, what he has achieved, what he is going through, and what is he going to achieve; I am just speaking in general," Raza said on Anis Sajan's YouTube channel.</p>

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<p>When asked what advice would he like to give Kohli, who didn't enjoy the best of outings with the nat in India's recently-concluded tour of England, Raza said he is not knowledgeable enough to advise a guy with over 20,000 runs in international cricket. Raza asked Kohli's critics to leave him alone and let him regain his touch.</p>

<p>"I don't think I am knowledgeable enough or experienced enough to give a guy advice who has over 20,000 career runs. What do I tell him? I can't tell him anything. If anything, I can stay silent and also reckon people to do the same and let the guy live in peace. Just leave him alone and hopefully, he will soon find his feet," Raza added.</p>

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<p>Raza will be in action for Zimbabwe in their upcoming three-match ODI series against Zimbabwe which gets underway from August 18. Kohli is not part of India's squad as he has been rested for the series and will return to action in the upcoming Asia Cup 2022 later this month.</p>


Team India superstar Virat Kohli has been struggling with the willow for quite a while now and has been on the receiving end of intense criticism from former cricketers and experts amid his woeful form.

Team India superstar Virat Kohli has been struggling with the willow for quite a while now and has been on the receiving end of intense criticism from former cricketers and experts amid his woeful form. Kohli, who is regarded as one of the greatest batters of the generation, has not scored an international century for almost three years now and has failed to score runs consistently. Kohli has been one of the most consistent batters across formats in the past decade but his recent slump in form has seen many raise questions over his spot in India's T20I squad ahead of the T20 World Cup. His failure to bounce back despite being backed by the team management has also been criticised by many. However, Zimbabwe batter Sikandar Raza has backed Kohli to roar back to form soon and lauded the senior India batter for the contributions he has made to world cricket. Raza said the way Kohli has popularised fitness as the way forward in cricket and has been consistent across all three formats is commendable. "As much as cricket was all about fitness and xyz, the way he took that part forward for the younger generations to follow, I think that is commendable and people should give him enough credit for that. I feel like he is the ultimate all-format player and that has nothing to do with stats, what he has achieved, what he is going through, and what is he going to achieve; I am just speaking in general," Raza said on Anis Sajan's YouTube channel. Also Read: Former Pakistan pacer explains why India are favourites against Babar Azam & Co. at Asia Cup 2022 When asked what advice would he like to give Kohli, who didn't enjoy the best of outings with the nat in India's recently-concluded tour of England, Raza said he is not knowledgeable enough to advise a guy with over 20,000 runs in international cricket. Raza asked Kohli's critics to leave him alone and let him regain his touch. "I don't think I am knowledgeable enough or experienced enough to give a guy advice who has over 20,000 career runs. What do I tell him? I can't tell him anything. If anything, I can stay silent and also reckon people to do the same and let the guy live in peace. Just leave him alone and hopefully, he will soon find his feet," Raza added. Also Read: 'He was laughing'- Former Rajasthan Royals star Ross Taylor shockingly reveals he was slapped by owner Raza will be in action for Zimbabwe in their upcoming three-match ODI series against Zimbabwe which gets underway from August 18. Kohli is not part of India's squad as he has been rested for the series and will return to action in the upcoming Asia Cup 2022 later this month.

'Let the guy live in peace': Zimbabwe star backs Virat Kohli amid his woeful form for Team India

<p>Virat Kohli's form remains a hot topic of discussion in the cricketing fraternity. The former Indian captain hasn't scored an international hundred since late 2019, in the pre-Covid era, and had an ordinary run in IPL 2022 whereas returned without a single half-century under his belt during India's tour of England.</p>

<p>While Kohli is gearing up for his return to international cricket, as he was rested for the white-ball tour of West Indies, ahead of the Asia Cup, former Pakistan pacer Aaquib Javed has made a big claim. The ex-speedster feels Pakistan's batting sensation and captain Babar Azam, who is often compared to Kohli, won't have a rough patch as long as the Indian star batter.</p>

<p>“There are two types of great players. One who, if they get stuck, their rough patch continues for a long time. The others are technically-sound players, whose rough patch cannot continue that long, like Babar Azam, Kane Williamson, Joe Root. It is difficult to find their weakness. Kohli gets stuck at times with those deliveries outside off stump. James Anderson has targetted that a million times," said Javed while speaking&nbsp;on Paktv.tv.</p>

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<p>“If Kohli doesn't perform, and India lose, they also face a similar situation like us. Then questions tend to arise that why didn't they play an in-form Deepak Hooda. But in UAE pitches, even out-of-form batters tend to find rhythm,” Javed added.</p>

<p>Both Kohli and Babar will face each other in the upcoming India-Pakistan clash, on August 28, in Asia Cup 2022 edition. The mega event will&nbsp;be held&nbsp;in the UAE from August 27 to September 11. The competition will be held in the T20I format as a dress rehearsal for the 2022 T20 World Cup in Australia.</p>


Virat Kohli's form remains a hot topic of discussion in the cricketing fraternity. The former Indian captain hasn't scored an international hundred since late 2019, in the pre-Covid era, and had an ordinary run in IPL 2022 whereas returned without a single half-century under his belt during India's tour of England.

Virat Kohli's form remains a hot topic of discussion in the cricketing fraternity. The former Indian captain hasn't scored an international hundred since late 2019, in the pre-Covid era, and had an ordinary run in IPL 2022 whereas returned without a single half-century under his belt during India's tour of England. While Kohli is gearing up for his return to international cricket, as he was rested for the white-ball tour of West Indies, ahead of the Asia Cup, former Pakistan pacer Aaquib Javed has made a big claim. The ex-speedster feels Pakistan's batting sensation and captain Babar Azam, who is often compared to Kohli, won't have a rough patch as long as the Indian star batter. “There are two types of great players. One who, if they get stuck, their rough patch continues for a long time. The others are technically-sound players, whose rough patch cannot continue that long, like Babar Azam, Kane Williamson, Joe Root. It is difficult to find their weakness. Kohli gets stuck at times with those deliveries outside off stump. James Anderson has targetted that a million times," said Javed while speaking on Paktv.tv. ALSO READ | 'Making him captain or....' - Ex-India stumper on Rahul replacing Dhawan as skipper for Zimbabwe tour “If Kohli doesn't perform, and India lose, they also face a similar situation like us. Then questions tend to arise that why didn't they play an in-form Deepak Hooda. But in UAE pitches, even out-of-form batters tend to find rhythm,” Javed added. Both Kohli and Babar will face each other in the upcoming India-Pakistan clash, on August 28, in Asia Cup 2022 edition. The mega event will be held in the UAE from August 27 to September 11. The competition will be held in the T20I format as a dress rehearsal for the 2022 T20 World Cup in Australia.

Technically sound Babar Azam won't have rough patch as long as Virat Kohli: Ex-Pakistan pacer's big claim

<p>India and Pakistan are gearing up to resume their&nbsp;rivalry on the 22-yard cricket strip as both sides will meet each other in the upcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition. The forthcoming edition will be held in the UAE in the shortest format (for the second time in the tournament history) as India and Pakistan will play their respective opening game versus each other, in Dubai, on August 28.</p>

<p>There's a lot of hype regarding the upcoming India-Pakistan clash. Moreover, the upcoming Asia Cup season can see the two Asian giants clash with each other on as many as three occasions. India and Pakistan are very likely to meet in the Super Four round and can also end up locking horns in the summit clash, which will be the first-ever finale featuring both teams in the tournament history.</p>

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<p>Ahead of the 2022 Asian championship, let us recall former Indian opener Gautam Gambhir and veteran Pakistan keeper-batter Kamran Akmal's ugly spat during the 2010 Asia Cup in Sri Lanka. In a tight contest, in Dambulla, Shahid Afridi-led Men in Green rode on Salman Butt's 74 and Kamran's 51&nbsp;to post&nbsp;267&nbsp;all-out in 49.3 overs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In reply, Gambhir's 83, then Indian skipper MS Dhoni's 56, Suresh Raina's 27-ball 34 and Harbhajan Singh's 11-ball 15 not out propelled India to a stunning three-wicket win. However, there was a lot of action and drama during India's tense run-chase. At the time of Dhoni-Gambhir's 98-run third-wicket stand, the latter and Kamran got involved in a heated exchange following a caught-behind appeal from the Pakistani stumper. <strong>Here's the video:</strong></p>

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<p>In an interview with Vikram Sathaye, Gambhir had spilled the beans on the incident and told, "It happened in the heat of the moment. When India and Pakistan play each other then obviously it is a tense game."</p>

<p>“Good or a bad thing you can say but whatever arguments happened between us was during the drinks break. Instead of showing advertisements during the break Neo channel opted to show our heated arguments," the former southpaw revealed.</p>

<p>On being asked the main reason behind the heated exchange,&nbsp;Gambhir&nbsp;replied, "I had tried to play and missed it fully. He appealed in such a way that he thought that the ball hit the bat. Then I told him that there is no point in appealing because nothing like that happened, we just got into a heated argument and then it just got from bad to worse."</p>

<p>During the epic face-off between the two players,&nbsp;few more Pakistani players had jumped in before the umpires and Dhoni separated Kamran and Gambhir, respectively. In the end overs, Harbhajan-Shoaib Akhtar also had a war of words.</p>

<p>Dhoni-led India won the Asia Cup in 2010, beating hosts Sri Lanka by 81 runs in the final.</p>


India and Pakistan are gearing up to resume their rivalry on the 22-yard cricket strip as both sides will meet each other in the upcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition. The forthcoming edition will be held in the UAE in the shortest format (for the second time in the tournament history) as India and Pakistan will play their respective opening game versus each other, in Dubai, on August 28.

India and Pakistan are gearing up to resume their rivalry on the 22-yard cricket strip as both sides will meet each other in the upcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition. The forthcoming edition will be held in the UAE in the shortest format (for the second time in the tournament history) as India and Pakistan will play their respective opening game versus each other, in Dubai, on August 28. There's a lot of hype regarding the upcoming India-Pakistan clash. Moreover, the upcoming Asia Cup season can see the two Asian giants clash with each other on as many as three occasions. India and Pakistan are very likely to meet in the Super Four round and can also end up locking horns in the summit clash, which will be the first-ever finale featuring both teams in the tournament history. ALSO READ | Asia Cup: Will Pakistan make it 3-0 vs India on facing them thrice? Babar Azam answers journalist's query Ahead of the 2022 Asian championship, let us recall former Indian opener Gautam Gambhir and veteran Pakistan keeper-batter Kamran Akmal's ugly spat during the 2010 Asia Cup in Sri Lanka. In a tight contest, in Dambulla, Shahid Afridi-led Men in Green rode on Salman Butt's 74 and Kamran's 51 to post 267 all-out in 49.3 overs. In reply, Gambhir's 83, then Indian skipper MS Dhoni's 56, Suresh Raina's 27-ball 34 and Harbhajan Singh's 11-ball 15 not out propelled India to a stunning three-wicket win. However, there was a lot of action and drama during India's tense run-chase. At the time of Dhoni-Gambhir's 98-run third-wicket stand, the latter and Kamran got involved in a heated exchange following a caught-behind appeal from the Pakistani stumper. Here's the video: × ALSO READ | After missing out on Asia Cup, Jasprit Bumrah could also be ruled out of T20 World Cup: Report In an interview with Vikram Sathaye, Gambhir had spilled the beans on the incident and told, "It happened in the heat of the moment. When India and Pakistan play each other then obviously it is a tense game." “Good or a bad thing you can say but whatever arguments happened between us was during the drinks break. Instead of showing advertisements during the break Neo channel opted to show our heated arguments," the former southpaw revealed. On being asked the main reason behind the heated exchange, Gambhir replied, "I had tried to play and missed it fully. He appealed in such a way that he thought that the ball hit the bat. Then I told him that there is no point in appealing because nothing like that happened, we just got into a heated argument and then it just got from bad to worse." During the epic face-off between the two players, few more Pakistani players had jumped in before the umpires and Dhoni separated Kamran and Gambhir, respectively. In the end overs, Harbhajan-Shoaib Akhtar also had a war of words. Dhoni-led India won the Asia Cup in 2010, beating hosts Sri Lanka by 81 runs in the final.

When Gambhir, Kamran got involved in an ugly spat during 2010 India-Pakistan Asia Cup clash

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<p>The BCCI selection committee announced a 15-member Team India squad for the forthcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition on Monday (August 08). The tournament will be held in the UAE with India, the defending champions, to begin their campaign versus arch-rivals Pakistan on August 28.</p>

<p>This time around, the Asia Cup will be held in the shortest format — the second time in the tournament's history — as a rehearsal for the 2022 T20 World Cup in Australia, in October-November. India's squad sees the return of senior pros Virat Kohli and KL Rahul whereas Jasprit Bumrah missed out due to a back injury. Nonetheless, former chief selector and keeper-batter Kiran More was unimpressed seeing R Ashwin hold onto his spot, who was recalled for the West Indies T20Is.</p>

<p>“I was surprised. How can Ashwin even come in this team? And every time. Even in the last World Cup, he was picked in the team and then did not play. Look at his IPL record, it is not that good. I really felt Shami should have taken that role or Axar Patel. And Axar has performed very well. Shami is my player, and he will go to the World Cup. I want wicket-taking bowlers. Shami can pick wickets with the new ball, in the middle overs and in the slog overs as well,” More said on Star Sports.</p>

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<p>Ashwin's case has been a curious one. He was recalled into the T20I squad after a four-year hiatus right&nbsp;before the 2021 T20 World Cup. While he played three games in the showpiece event, he straightaway got his next game in the format during the recently-concluded WI tour. Reportedly, he was not part of the home white-ball series versus the Windies and Sri Lanka, held early this year&nbsp;due to an injury. Further, he also missed out on being&nbsp;part of the squad which&nbsp;won the three T20Is versus hosts England, 2-1, during the recent trip to the United Kingdom.</p>

<p><strong>India's Asia Cup squad:&nbsp;</strong>Rohit Sharma (c), KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Dinesh Karthik, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Deepak Hooda, Yuzvendra Chahal</p>

<p><strong>Stand-by players</strong>:&nbsp;Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel and Deepak Chahar have been named as standbys.</p>
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The BCCI selection committee announced a 15-member Team India squad for the forthcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition on Monday (August 08). The tournament will be held in the UAE with India, the defending champions, to begin their campaign versus arch-rivals Pakistan on August 28.

The BCCI selection committee announced a 15-member Team India squad for the forthcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition on Monday (August 08). The tournament will be held in the UAE with India, the defending champions, to begin their campaign versus arch-rivals Pakistan on August 28. This time around, the Asia Cup will be held in the shortest format — the second time in the tournament's history — as a rehearsal for the 2022 T20 World Cup in Australia, in October-November. India's squad sees the return of senior pros Virat Kohli and KL Rahul whereas Jasprit Bumrah missed out due to a back injury. Nonetheless, former chief selector and keeper-batter Kiran More was unimpressed seeing R Ashwin hold onto his spot, who was recalled for the West Indies T20Is. “I was surprised. How can Ashwin even come in this team? And every time. Even in the last World Cup, he was picked in the team and then did not play. Look at his IPL record, it is not that good. I really felt Shami should have taken that role or Axar Patel. And Axar has performed very well. Shami is my player, and he will go to the World Cup. I want wicket-taking bowlers. Shami can pick wickets with the new ball, in the middle overs and in the slog overs as well,” More said on Star Sports. ALSO READ | 'We only care about those 2-3 games vs India' - Former Pak pacer slams Babar & Co. ahead of Asia Cup Ashwin's case has been a curious one. He was recalled into the T20I squad after a four-year hiatus right before the 2021 T20 World Cup. While he played three games in the showpiece event, he straightaway got his next game in the format during the recently-concluded WI tour. Reportedly, he was not part of the home white-ball series versus the Windies and Sri Lanka, held early this year due to an injury. Further, he also missed out on being part of the squad which won the three T20Is versus hosts England, 2-1, during the recent trip to the United Kingdom. India's Asia Cup squad: Rohit Sharma (c), KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Dinesh Karthik, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Deepak Hooda, Yuzvendra Chahal Stand-by players: Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel and Deepak Chahar have been named as standbys.

'How can he come in this team?': Ex-chief selector on star player's inclusion in India squad for Asia Cup

<p>After beating India for the first time in a World Cup clash during the 2021 T20 showpiece event last year, Pakistan will face Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue when both sides meet in the forthcoming Asia Cup. The Asian championship will kick off on August 27, in the UAE, and the arch-rivals will meet at the same venue (in Dubai) -- where they last met in October 2021 -- to resume their rivalry.</p>

<p>Ahead of the marquee clash, former Pakistan pacer&nbsp;Tauseef Ahmed has lashed out at the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for not settling the Men in Green line-up and feels Babar Azam &amp; Co. only care about facing India in the mega event in the UAE.</p>

<p>“Ye rona dhona toh bohot puraana hai (this has been going on for long now). You didn't try to settle the team. The same players that were there a few years ago are coming back in some way or the other. When something this crucial coming up, you go back to those players about whom you once said that they should leave cricket. It means you didn't have a back-up plan,” Ahmed told&nbsp;<em>Sports Paktv.</em></p>

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<p>“Unless you're not settled, there's no point. There was Saud Shakeel, there were 2-3 other players, where are they now? We want our team to be good. We were thinking they will pick Shoaib Malik. Because you only remember these people at this time. But we don't really care about the Asia Cup, we only care about those 2-3 games against India. It's like.. 'if we win these, that's it'. That's not the way. You need planning,” Ahmed further asserted.</p>

<p>Both India and Pakistan will meet each other in their respective tournament openers in the Asia Cup 2022 edition, which will be played in the shortest format for the second time. Overall, there are high chances of three Indo-Pak matches in the upcoming Asia Cup (including the final).&nbsp;The tournament is a dress rehearsal for the 2022 T20 World Cup -- to be held in Australia -- where both teams will also be facing each other as they are placed in Pool B.</p>


After beating India for the first time in a World Cup clash during the 2021 T20 showpiece event last year, Pakistan will face Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue when both sides meet in the forthcoming Asia Cup.

After beating India for the first time in a World Cup clash during the 2021 T20 showpiece event last year, Pakistan will face Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue when both sides meet in the forthcoming Asia Cup. The Asian championship will kick off on August 27, in the UAE, and the arch-rivals will meet at the same venue (in Dubai) -- where they last met in October 2021 -- to resume their rivalry. Ahead of the marquee clash, former Pakistan pacer Tauseef Ahmed has lashed out at the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for not settling the Men in Green line-up and feels Babar Azam & Co. only care about facing India in the mega event in the UAE. “Ye rona dhona toh bohot puraana hai (this has been going on for long now). You didn't try to settle the team. The same players that were there a few years ago are coming back in some way or the other. When something this crucial coming up, you go back to those players about whom you once said that they should leave cricket. It means you didn't have a back-up plan,” Ahmed told Sports Paktv. ALSO READ | Asia Cup: Virat Kohli to become 2nd cricketer to complete unique ton in India's opener vs Pakistan “Unless you're not settled, there's no point. There was Saud Shakeel, there were 2-3 other players, where are they now? We want our team to be good. We were thinking they will pick Shoaib Malik. Because you only remember these people at this time. But we don't really care about the Asia Cup, we only care about those 2-3 games against India. It's like.. 'if we win these, that's it'. That's not the way. You need planning,” Ahmed further asserted. Both India and Pakistan will meet each other in their respective tournament openers in the Asia Cup 2022 edition, which will be played in the shortest format for the second time. Overall, there are high chances of three Indo-Pak matches in the upcoming Asia Cup (including the final). The tournament is a dress rehearsal for the 2022 T20 World Cup -- to be held in Australia -- where both teams will also be facing each other as they are placed in Pool B.

'We only care about those 2-3 games vs India' - Former Pak pacer slams Babar & Co. ahead of Asia Cup

<p>Virat Kohli's name continues to make heads turn. While the former Indian captain has been out of action from international cricket since India's tour of England, the 33-year-old is still making the headlines as there is a lot of talk regarding his form.</p>

<p>Kohli has been going through a lean patch for quite long. He ended the England tour without a single half-century across formats, had an ordinary run in IPL 2022 whereas his century-drought continus since late 2019. Ahead of his return in Asia Cup 2022, Sri Lanka legend and Mumbai Indians (MI) head coach Mahela Jayawardene opined on Kohli's poor form. The former right-handed batter feels it is 'unfortunate' what Virat is going through but has backed him to 'come out of it'.</p>

<p>Speaking on ICC Review show, Jayawardene said, "It is unfortunate what Virat is going through right now at the moment, but he is a quality player. I believe Virat has the tools to come out of it (the form slump). He has done that in the past as well and I’m sure he’ll come through this. Class is permanent and form is temporary."</p>

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<p>Further, Jayawardene also opined on Rishabh Pant as an opener, who has opened the innings for India on a few occasions in the recent past in white-ball formats. "Even though he (Pant) hasn’t done that (open the batting) much in domestic cricket, he has the capacity to do that. Wherever he bats, you’re not going to change his game. He is going to be a very natural player so yes, it is an option (for Pant to open)," Jayawardene stated.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India are yet to finalise their openers ahead of the T20 World Cup and there are now several contenders, such as KL Rahul, Ishan Kishan, Pant, Suryakumar Yadav who can open with captain Rohit Sharma.</p>

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<p>On Monday (August 08), BCCI selection committee announced India's 15-member squad for the forthcoming Asia Cup, in the UAE, from August 27-September 11.</p>

<p>Along with Virat, KL Rahul also made a comeback. He has been out of action since IPL 2022 and last played an international game in February. Thus, Jayawardene feels he needs game time before getting into his groove. "That (Rahul's lack of cricket) would be a concern for India. He has been out for a little while since the IPL, so having game time is quite crucial especially out there in the middle. The sooner he can get some game time and get that confidence back, is always going to help him, as well as the national team" the Sri Lankan concluded.</p>
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Virat Kohli's name continues to make heads turn. While the former Indian captain has been out of action from international cricket since India's tour of England, the 33-year-old is still making the headlines as there is a lot of talk regarding his form.

Virat Kohli's name continues to make heads turn. While the former Indian captain has been out of action from international cricket since India's tour of England, the 33-year-old is still making the headlines as there is a lot of talk regarding his form. Kohli has been going through a lean patch for quite long. He ended the England tour without a single half-century across formats, had an ordinary run in IPL 2022 whereas his century-drought continus since late 2019. Ahead of his return in Asia Cup 2022, Sri Lanka legend and Mumbai Indians (MI) head coach Mahela Jayawardene opined on Kohli's poor form. The former right-handed batter feels it is 'unfortunate' what Virat is going through but has backed him to 'come out of it'. Speaking on ICC Review show, Jayawardene said, "It is unfortunate what Virat is going through right now at the moment, but he is a quality player. I believe Virat has the tools to come out of it (the form slump). He has done that in the past as well and I’m sure he’ll come through this. Class is permanent and form is temporary." Further, Jayawardene also opined on Rishabh Pant as an opener, who has opened the innings for India on a few occasions in the recent past in white-ball formats. "Even though he (Pant) hasn’t done that (open the batting) much in domestic cricket, he has the capacity to do that. Wherever he bats, you’re not going to change his game. He is going to be a very natural player so yes, it is an option (for Pant to open)," Jayawardene stated. India are yet to finalise their openers ahead of the T20 World Cup and there are now several contenders, such as KL Rahul, Ishan Kishan, Pant, Suryakumar Yadav who can open with captain Rohit Sharma. ALSO READ | Asia Cup: Virat Kohli to become 2nd cricketer to complete unique ton in India's opener vs Pakistan On Monday (August 08), BCCI selection committee announced India's 15-member squad for the forthcoming Asia Cup, in the UAE, from August 27-September 11. Along with Virat, KL Rahul also made a comeback. He has been out of action since IPL 2022 and last played an international game in February. Thus, Jayawardene feels he needs game time before getting into his groove. "That (Rahul's lack of cricket) would be a concern for India. He has been out for a little while since the IPL, so having game time is quite crucial especially out there in the middle. The sooner he can get some game time and get that confidence back, is always going to help him, as well as the national team" the Sri Lankan concluded.

'It is unfortunate...' - SL legend Mahela Jayawardene reacts to Virat Kohli's barren run ahead of Asia Cup

<p>Virat Kohli is gearing up for his return in the upcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition, which will be held in the UAE from August 27-September 11. Kohli was out of action during Rohit Sharma-led India's white-ball tour of West Indies as the out-of-form batter was given rest and, hence, all eyes are now on his comeback.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ahead of his return, Kohli is on the verge of attaining a unique feat under his belt. So far, he has represented India in 99 T20Is and, hence, the Men in Blue's Asia Cup opener, versus Pakistan on August 28, will see him play his 100th game in the format. Thus, he will become only the second cricketer overall to play 100 matches in all forms of the game for his national side. Earlier, Ross Taylor had attained this feat during Kohli-led India's tour of New Zealand in the pre-Covid era in early 2020.</p>

<p>Prior to the Asia Cup campaign, former Indian opener-turned-commentator Aakash Chopra opined on Kohli's form. The star Indian batter has been woefully out of touch of late and, hence, there is a lot of pressure on him ahead of India's T20 World Cup squad announcement.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/it-will-change-his-career-ex-pakistan-spinner-makes-bold-claim-says-asia-cup-will-benefit-virat-kohli-505294"><strong>'It will change his career' - Ex-Pakistan spinner makes BOLD claim, says Asia Cup will benefit Virat Kohli</strong></a></p>

<p>In this regard, Chopra told on Star Sports, "Doesn’t matter if he (Kohli) scores a 40 or 70 because everybody has a role to play. There’s synergy in every player; regardless of the position he bats at, you are just going hell for leather. If that’s the mindset, then it’s going to be a lot easier for Kohli."</p>

<p>He added, "It’s the perfect set-up. The kind of cricket India is playing at the moment, the team doesn’t expect Kohli to score 70 or a 100 or finish the game. You just come and play your natural game, that’s more than enough."</p>

<p>So far, Kohli has amassed 3308 runs in 99 T20Is. Will he make a big score in the upcoming clash versus Pakistan? Only time will tell...</p>


Virat Kohli is gearing up for his return in the upcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition, which will be held in the UAE from August 27-September 11. Kohli was out of action during Rohit Sharma-led India's white-ball tour of West Indies as the out-of-form batter was given rest and, hence, all eyes are now on his comeback.

Virat Kohli is gearing up for his return in the upcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition, which will be held in the UAE from August 27-September 11. Kohli was out of action during Rohit Sharma-led India's white-ball tour of West Indies as the out-of-form batter was given rest and, hence, all eyes are now on his comeback. Ahead of his return, Kohli is on the verge of attaining a unique feat under his belt. So far, he has represented India in 99 T20Is and, hence, the Men in Blue's Asia Cup opener, versus Pakistan on August 28, will see him play his 100th game in the format. Thus, he will become only the second cricketer overall to play 100 matches in all forms of the game for his national side. Earlier, Ross Taylor had attained this feat during Kohli-led India's tour of New Zealand in the pre-Covid era in early 2020. Prior to the Asia Cup campaign, former Indian opener-turned-commentator Aakash Chopra opined on Kohli's form. The star Indian batter has been woefully out of touch of late and, hence, there is a lot of pressure on him ahead of India's T20 World Cup squad announcement. ALSO READ | 'It will change his career' - Ex-Pakistan spinner makes BOLD claim, says Asia Cup will benefit Virat Kohli In this regard, Chopra told on Star Sports, "Doesn’t matter if he (Kohli) scores a 40 or 70 because everybody has a role to play. There’s synergy in every player; regardless of the position he bats at, you are just going hell for leather. If that’s the mindset, then it’s going to be a lot easier for Kohli." He added, "It’s the perfect set-up. The kind of cricket India is playing at the moment, the team doesn’t expect Kohli to score 70 or a 100 or finish the game. You just come and play your natural game, that’s more than enough." So far, Kohli has amassed 3308 runs in 99 T20Is. Will he make a big score in the upcoming clash versus Pakistan? Only time will tell...

Asia Cup: Virat Kohli to become 2nd cricketer to complete unique ton in India's opener vs Pakistan

<p>Virat Kohli's form remains a big topic of discussion. The former Indian captain was rested for India's white-ball tour of West Indies and will now make a return to the 22-yard cricket strip during the forthcoming Asia Cup, to kick off in August 27 in the UAE.</p>

<p>Ahead of the Asia Cup, former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria has made a bold claim. Kaneria feels a struggling Kohli will be able to move past his poor form and revive his career courtesy of the Asian championship, which will be played in the shortest format (for the second-time in tournament-history).</p>

<p>"The Asia Cup will change Virat Kohli's career. The tournament is crucial for him to prolong his career and I feel he will come good. However, many former cricketers have said that Kohli is just heavy baggage on the team if he doesn't score runs. So he needs to think carefully about how he can make a comeback. This is because there are other dynamic batters like Iyer, Samson and Gill waiting in the wings," Kaneria shared his views on his YouTube channel.</p>

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<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/you-are-just-going-hell-aakash-chopra-explains-how-virat-kohli-will-benefit-from-indias-new-approach-505260"><strong>'You are just going hell...' - Aakash Chopra explains how Virat Kohli will benefit from India's new approach</strong></a></p>

<p>The tainted spinner also suggested the batting slot for the star Indian batter. "Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul will open. But I would put Suryakumar Yadav at No. 3 and then followed by Kohli. Kohli will need some time to settle-in and play carefully so I think he should bat at No.4," Kaneria added.</p>

<p>Kohli, with&nbsp;3308 runs from 99 T20I matches, will also be playing his 100th game in the format when India start their campaign in the tournament. Men in Blue will face Babar Azam's Pakistan in their tournament-opener on August 28.</p>

<p><strong>Squad:&nbsp;</strong>Rohit Sharma (c), KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Dinesh Karthik, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Deepak Hooda, Yuzvendra Chahal</p>

<p><strong>Stand-by players</strong>:&nbsp;Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel and Deepak Chahar have been named as standbys.</p>
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Virat Kohli's form remains a big topic of discussion. The former Indian captain was rested for India's white-ball tour of West Indies and will now make a return to the 22-yard cricket strip during the forthcoming Asia Cup, to kick off in August 27 in the UAE.

Virat Kohli's form remains a big topic of discussion. The former Indian captain was rested for India's white-ball tour of West Indies and will now make a return to the 22-yard cricket strip during the forthcoming Asia Cup, to kick off in August 27 in the UAE. Ahead of the Asia Cup, former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria has made a bold claim. Kaneria feels a struggling Kohli will be able to move past his poor form and revive his career courtesy of the Asian championship, which will be played in the shortest format (for the second-time in tournament-history). "The Asia Cup will change Virat Kohli's career. The tournament is crucial for him to prolong his career and I feel he will come good. However, many former cricketers have said that Kohli is just heavy baggage on the team if he doesn't score runs. So he needs to think carefully about how he can make a comeback. This is because there are other dynamic batters like Iyer, Samson and Gill waiting in the wings," Kaneria shared his views on his YouTube channel. ALSO READ | 'You are just going hell...' - Aakash Chopra explains how Virat Kohli will benefit from India's new approach The tainted spinner also suggested the batting slot for the star Indian batter. "Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul will open. But I would put Suryakumar Yadav at No. 3 and then followed by Kohli. Kohli will need some time to settle-in and play carefully so I think he should bat at No.4," Kaneria added. Kohli, with 3308 runs from 99 T20I matches, will also be playing his 100th game in the format when India start their campaign in the tournament. Men in Blue will face Babar Azam's Pakistan in their tournament-opener on August 28. Squad: Rohit Sharma (c), KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Dinesh Karthik, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Deepak Hooda, Yuzvendra Chahal Stand-by players: Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel and Deepak Chahar have been named as standbys.

'It will change his career' - Ex-Pakistan spinner makes BOLD claim, says Asia Cup will benefit Virat Kohli

<p>Virat Kohli, who was rested for the white-ball tour of West Indies, is all set to return to action for Team India during the forthcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition. The upcoming showpiece event will be held in the UAE, with Sri Lanka as hosts, and will be played in the shortest format -- for the second time in the tournament history -- as a dress rehearsal for the 2022 T20 World Cup (from October-November).</p>

<p>The Indian cricket loyalists will be desperate to see Kohli return to form, who has been struggling for quite a while. He didn't score a single half-century in the England tour, had an ordinary run in IPL 2022 and his century-drought continues since late 2019. However, former Indian opener-turned-commentator Aakash Chopra feels Kohli will benefit from India's new-found aggressive batting approach in T20Is.</p>

<p>"Doesn’t matter if he (Kohli) scores a 40 or 70 because everybody has a role to play. There’s synergy in every player; regardless of the position he bats at, you are just going hell for leather. If that’s the mindset, then it’s going to be a lot easier for Kohli," said Chopra on Star Sports.</p>

<p>"It’s the perfect set-up. The kind of cricket India is playing at the moment, the team doesn’t expect Kohli to score 70 or a 100 or finish the game. You just come and play your game, that’s more than enough," added Chopra.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ms-dhonis-dropping-percentage-was-21-former-pakistan-captains-big-claim-on-india-legends-keeping-skills-505171"><strong>'MS Dhoni's dropping percentage was 21' - Former Pakistan captain's big claim on India legend's keeping skills</strong></a></p>

<p>The 33-year-old Kohli will still be eager to get a big score under his belt to ease some pressure on his shoulders ahead of the T20 World Cup in Australia. Meanwhile, India will begin their Asia Cup campaign versus arch-rivals Pakistan on August 28. The tournament will kick off on August 27 and the finale will be held on September 11.</p>

<p><strong>Squad:&nbsp;</strong>Rohit Sharma (c), KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Dinesh Karthik, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Deepak Hooda, Yuzvendra Chahal</p>

<p><strong>Stand-by players</strong>:&nbsp;Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel and Deepak Chahar have been named as standbys.</p>


Virat Kohli, who was rested for the white-ball tour of West Indies, is all set to return to action for Team India during the forthcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition. The upcoming showpiece event will be held in the UAE, with Sri Lanka as hosts, and will be played in the shortest format -- for the second time in the tournament history -- as a dress rehearsal for the 2022 T20 World Cup (from October-November).

Virat Kohli, who was rested for the white-ball tour of West Indies, is all set to return to action for Team India during the forthcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition. The upcoming showpiece event will be held in the UAE, with Sri Lanka as hosts, and will be played in the shortest format -- for the second time in the tournament history -- as a dress rehearsal for the 2022 T20 World Cup (from October-November). The Indian cricket loyalists will be desperate to see Kohli return to form, who has been struggling for quite a while. He didn't score a single half-century in the England tour, had an ordinary run in IPL 2022 and his century-drought continues since late 2019. However, former Indian opener-turned-commentator Aakash Chopra feels Kohli will benefit from India's new-found aggressive batting approach in T20Is. "Doesn’t matter if he (Kohli) scores a 40 or 70 because everybody has a role to play. There’s synergy in every player; regardless of the position he bats at, you are just going hell for leather. If that’s the mindset, then it’s going to be a lot easier for Kohli," said Chopra on Star Sports. "It’s the perfect set-up. The kind of cricket India is playing at the moment, the team doesn’t expect Kohli to score 70 or a 100 or finish the game. You just come and play your game, that’s more than enough," added Chopra. ALSO READ | 'MS Dhoni's dropping percentage was 21' - Former Pakistan captain's big claim on India legend's keeping skills The 33-year-old Kohli will still be eager to get a big score under his belt to ease some pressure on his shoulders ahead of the T20 World Cup in Australia. Meanwhile, India will begin their Asia Cup campaign versus arch-rivals Pakistan on August 28. The tournament will kick off on August 27 and the finale will be held on September 11. Squad: Rohit Sharma (c), KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Dinesh Karthik, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Deepak Hooda, Yuzvendra Chahal Stand-by players: Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel and Deepak Chahar have been named as standbys.

'You are just going hell...' - Aakash Chopra explains how Virat Kohli will benefit from India's new approach

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