IND vs ENG: “Don’t forget that Pujara is waiting outside”- Ravi Shastri said about Gill’s poor form.
Shubman Gill was out after scoring 34 runs in the first innings of the second test. Shubman Gill & Ravi Shastri (Photo Source: Getty Images) In the last 12 months, Shubman Gill’s cricket journey has seen a lot of ups and downs. After some brilliant performances, Shubman Gill started being called the ‘Prince’ of Team India, but he is now struggling with his poor form. In the second test, he scored 34 runs against England but he could not convert his start into a big innings. Former coach Ravi Shastri, without taking any names, warned the young players competing for a place in India’s playing XI to get back into form on time. Although Shastri did not explicitly name Gill, he said that, ranji trophy Pujara is in great form and is waiting for his turn, so all the out-of-form players are advised to get back in form. Young players will have to prove themselves – Ravi Shastri In such a situation, Shastri stressed the need for young players to prove themselves. Let us tell you that the experienced Pujara showed excellent form in domestic cricket and scored consecutive runs for Saurashtra. during commentary Ravi Shastri Having said that, this is a fresh side, a young side. These youth will have to prove themselves. Don’t forget, Pujara is waiting. He has been working hard in Ranji Trophy and is always on the radar.” Despite the management’s focus on young talent, Shastri highlighted Pujara’s experience, especially in home conditions. Gill’s recent form at number three has not been that good and he is in danger of being dropped from the team. However, along with this, Shastri also stressed the importance of patience and adaptability in Test cricket. Regarding Test cricket, Shastri said that, “It is a test match; You have to be there. Otherwise, you will get into all kinds of problems. You’re going with those stiff hands, reaching for the ball. Especially against a quality bowler like Anderson.
Why should Shubman Gill, who is struggling with poor form, be given rest from the second test? go here
Ravindra Jadeja and KL Rahul will not be seen playing in the second test. Shubman Gill (Photo Source: Getty Images) England defeated India by 28 runs in the first Test match played at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. With this, England took a 1-0 lead in the five-match Test series. Now the second test match between these two teams is starting from 2nd February in Visakhapatnam. Let us tell you, Ravindra Jadeja and KL Rahul will not be seen playing in the second test. Both these players are injured and due to this they will not be seen playing in the second test. However, Sarfaraz Khan, Washington Sundar and Saurabh Kumar have been included in the team in their place. The performance of Indian team’s young batsman Shubman Gill has not been so good in international Test cricket for some time. He has batted very well in limited overs cricket but has failed to leave his mark in the Test format. Even in the first test, Shubman Gill was not able to score big. Today we tell you three main reasons why dropping Shubman Gill from the second test would be the right decision. 1- Shubman Gill’s performance in the first test was quite disappointing. Shubman Gill (Photo Source: Getty Images) In the first test, Shubman Gill scored 23 runs in the first innings while he was out for zero in the second innings. Gill has not been able to bat well at number three so far. Not only this, his technology is also being heavily criticized. Shubman Gill had hit only two boundaries in both the innings of the first Test against England. In Test cricket, Shubman Gill gets worried about when he has to play aggressive shots and when he has to take his innings forward comfortably. If Gill wants to make a great comeback in Test cricket, he will have to change his batting technique.
Whatever changes are taking place in the board, it has nothing to do with the poor performance of Pakistan team: Shah Khawar
The performance of Pakistan team has not been so good in international cricket for some time. Shah Khawar (Pic Source-Twitter) The new chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board, Shah Khawar has recently given a statement that the continuous changes in the board have nothing to do with the performance of Pakistan cricket team. Shah Khawar told the media in Lahore on January 26 that the performance of the Pakistan team could be due to other important things but the change in the chairmanship of PCB is not the reason at all. Let us tell you, the performance of Pakistan team has not been so good in international cricket for some time. Even in the ICC ODI World Cup 2023, the team could not make its place in the knockout. Not only this, recently Pakistan team had to face 4-1 defeat in the five-match T20 series against New Zealand. Pakistan team has failed to leave its mark in all three formats. Shah Khawar said, ‘I don’t think the team would have made any changes due to whatever changes have taken place in the board in the last one year. This may be a small reason but it does not have a big role in the poor performance of Pakistan team. Decisions are taken according to the orders given by all the people. There is a misconception that the government or ministry is interfering or taking decisions in cricket matters. The key people of the board take decisions and only then the new chairman takes over the post. I met Mohammad Hafeez: Shah Khawar Shah Khawar further said, ‘We want that the players should not face any problem related to money and we are taking important steps for this. We are also in constant talks on the central contract and this should be of first importance for the national team. Mohammad Hafeez was in the board’s office and he met me. Wahab Riaz and Chief Operating Officer Salman Nasir were also with me. He also talked to the board about some dues. His contract was for one month and it ended on December 15. ICC Awards Winners 2023 List: Who got which award, know here- 5 bowlers who have taken the most wickets in the World Test Championship (WTC) Those 10 unlucky cricketers of test cricket, who were out on 199 runs 5 teams who have won BBL titles the most number of times 5 Indian players who have played the most number of Test matches against England IPL 2024: Dhoni will captain, see CSK’s strong playing XI Virat Kohli out, see India’s playing XI for the first test against England Those 5 Indian players who have scored centuries in all three formats Top 5 captains who hit most sixes in all formats of cricket These 7 cricketers have married more than once
Rohit Sharma’s poor form continues in Test cricket, failed to play a big innings in the first Test against England
Rohit Sharma scored 24 runs in 27 balls with the help of three fours in the first innings of the first test. Rohit Sharma (Pic Source-Twitter) Currently, the first test match between India and England is being played at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. In this excellent match, England won the toss and decided to bat first. Batting first, England scored 246 runs after losing all the wickets in the first innings. In reply, the Indian team made a very good start but captain Rohit Sharma once again failed to score big. Rohit Sharma scored 24 runs in 27 balls with the help of three fours in the first innings of the first test. Rohit Sharma also made an important partnership of 80 runs with Yashasvi Jaiswal for the first wicket. However, his wicket was taken by England’s experienced spinner Jack Leach. Rohit Sharma wanted to play a big shot against Jack Leach. But the English spinner reduced the speed of the ball due to which it did not hit the bat properly and went high in the air. English Test captain Ben Stokes caught this ball very well and gave the first blow to the Indian team. Even though the Indian team has lost its first wicket, the hosts are in a very good position at the moment and would like to score big against England. England scored 246 runs after losing all the wickets in their first innings. Captain Ben Stokes batted very well for England and scored 70 runs in 88 balls with the help of six fours and three sixes. In this match, England had made a very good start but the Indian spinners gave a tremendous comeback to the hosts. Apart from Ben Stokes, experienced batsman Joe Root contributed 29 runs while Jonny Bairstow played a valuable inning of 37 runs. Ben Duckett played a brilliant inning of 35 runs. For India, Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja took three wickets each while Jasprit Bumrah and Axar Patel took two wickets each. At present the Indian team is in a strong position in this test match and it remains to be seen which team wins this match? Those 10 unlucky cricketers of test cricket, who were out on 199 runs 5 teams who have won BBL titles the most number of times 5 Indian players who have played the most number of Test matches against England IPL 2024: Dhoni will captain, see CSK’s strong playing XI Virat Kohli out, see India’s playing XI for the first test against England Those 5 Indian players who have scored centuries in all three formats Top 5 captains who hit most sixes in all formats of cricket These 7 cricketers have married more than once IPL 2024: Rajasthan Royals will win the second trophy on the basis of these 11 players Top 10 batsmen who hit most sixes in super over in T20I history