Steve Smith delivered a sharp rebuke to Monty Panesar after the ex-spinner suggested targeting him over Sandpapergate—highlighting Panesar’s infamous Celebrity Mastermind failure instead.
Former India cricketer Manoj Tiwary has accused team management of forcing Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli out of Test cricket, calling it a ‘manufactured transition’ and criticizing coach Gautam Gambhir for deflecting responsibility.
Rishabh Pant is set to become only the second wicketkeeper to captain India in Tests, following in the footsteps of the legendary MS Dhoni during the 2nd Test against South Africa in Guwahati.
England captain Ben Stokes has weighed in on the Steve Smith vs Joe Root debate, calling Smith one of the greatest batters of their generation ahead of the Ashes.
Shubman Gill remains off the field with a neck spasm, casting doubt on his availability for the 2nd Test. Meanwhile, Guwahati’s green-tinged pitch is drawing attention.
Bangladesh’s Mushfiqur Rahim has etched his name in cricket history by scoring a century in his 100th Test—a milestone no Indian cricketer has ever reached.