With captain Shubman Gill ruled out of the crucial second Test against South Africa in Guwahati, India’s selectors are facing a massive selection headache. Who will step up to fill the void at the top, and which established stars might be left on the bench?
After India’s shocking 30-run defeat to South Africa in Kolkata, legendary Aussie Ricky Ponting has issued a stark warning. He argues that India’s obsession with turning tracks is backfiring on their own batters and has thrown his full support behind Rishabh Pant as the ideal leader for the crucial Guwahati Test.
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Stand-in captain Steve Smith has confirmed Australia’s XI for the Ashes 2025 opener in Perth, featuring two debutants—Jake Weatherald and Brendan Doggett—with Marnus Labuschagne returning to No.3.
Australian pace spearhead Josh Hazlewood insists playing Test, ODI, and T20I cricket is still achievable—if players manage their schedules with discipline, selectivity, and open communication.
India faces a tough selection call: Should Washington Sundar bat at No.3 or serve as a bowling allrounder? With Sai Sudharsan in contention, his role hangs in the balance.