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Virat Kohli's decision to retire from Tests is deliberate and should be respected: Ashwin

Former India Star Ravichandran Ashwin said that while everyone wants Virat Kohli back playing Tests for India, his decision to retire was his choice, and it should be respected. Ashwin remarked that such decisions are never instinctive and that if someone... read..

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"Felt I had gone back 8-9 years...": Kuldeep Yadav hails Kohli's Ranchi masterclass

Team India players were full of praise for Virat Kohli after his scintillating century guided India to a 17-run win over South Africa in the first ODI in Ranchi. Kohli's 135 off 120 balls, his 52nd ODI hundred, set the tone for India's strong start to the... read..

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"There's no questions about anything": Batting coach Kotak on Virat's long-term future after ton at Ranchi

India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak hailed batting legend Virat Kohli for his hard-hitting century, saying that there is "no question about anything" about his long-term future leading upto the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup with his fine batting form and fitn... read..

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"Nothing to prove to anyone": Ahswin praises Virat Kohli's intent during Ranchi century

Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin praised Virat Kohli's intent during the first India vs South Africa ODI in Ranchi, where the batter hit a record 52nd ODI century, helping the hosts trump South Africa by 17 runs. Ashwin also noted that Virat lo... read..

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"I am still looking to get better every day...": Virat Kohli on mindset

Vintage Virat Kohli once again underlined his immense value to India's ODI setup, smashing a scintillating century to guide the hosts to a 17-run win over South Africa in the opening match of the series in Ranchi.... read..

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"He's in a place mentally where he's eager to be out there playing for India": Steyn lauds Virat Kohli's hunger after ODI ton in Ranchi

Vintage Virat Kohli reaffirmed his importance to India's ODI setup, producing a masterful century that powered the hosts to a 17-run win over South Africa in the opening ODI in Ranchi.... read..

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"Old is still good": Mohammad Kaif hails Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma for magnificent performances during India vs South Africa ODI

Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif has showered praise on Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma after their magnificent performances during the first ODI against South Africa in Ranchi on Sunday.... read..

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"Virat, Rohit will do their talking with bat...": Arhsdeep Singh ahead of Ranchi ODI

Following a 2-0 Test series defeat, India will aim to make amends in the limited-overs format against South Africa as the first of the three matches gets underway on Sunday.... read..

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"We know atmosphere will be different and exciting when these big names are playing": Bavuma on playing against Kohli, Rohit

After a 2-0 drubbing in the Test series at home, India will host South Africa in a three-match ODI series, starting on Sunday in Ranchi.... read..

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IND vs SA, 1st ODI: South Africa wins toss; opts to field first against India

South African stand-in skipper Aiden Markram won the toss and opted to bowl first in the first ODI against India at Ranchi's JSCA International Stadium Complex on Sunday.... read..

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Rohit Sharma breaks Shahid Afridi's record for most sixes in ODIs

Rohit Sharma has made history by surpassing Shahid Afridi's record for most sixes in One-Day Internationals (ODIs) on Sunday.... read..

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Virat Kohli's brother Vikas, sister Bhawna celebrate his 52nd ODI century

Virat Kohli's 52nd ODI century not only brought smiles to his fans' faces but also left his family members extremely happy.... read..

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Virat surpasses Tendulkar for most centuries in a single format, extends golden run in Ranchi

Legendary Indian batter Virat Kohli had another outing to remember at Ranchi, enthralling fans with his 52nd ODI century and smashing the record of most centuries by a batter in a single format of the game.... read..

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"... he is the king": Ranveer Singh heaps praise on Virat Kohli as he scores his 52nd ODI century

This Sunday turned out to be great for all cricket fans in India as star batter Virat Kohli smashed his 52nd ODI century during the ongoing match against South Africa at JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi.... read..

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"ll-advised use of word": Gavaskar on SA coach's 'grovel' remark

Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar said that the South Africa head coach Shukri Conrad should acknowledge the 'grovel' remark that he used in the press conference during the second India vs South Africa Test and make up for it, calling the comment "ill... read..

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Fan breaches security to greet Virat Kohli following his 52nd ODI ton during Ranchi ODI vs SA

A fan breached the security to touch Indian batting legend Virat Kohli's feet following his 52nd ODI ton against South Africa in the first ODI at Ranchi on Sunday.... read..

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India overcome scare from trio of Breetzke-Jansen-Bosch to secure 17 run over SA in 1st ODI

A stunning 52nd ODI century by Virat Kohli, a record-breaking fifty by Rohit Sharma and four-wicket haul by Kuldeep Yadav were the highlights as India overcame a tough fight shown by Proteas trio of Matthew Breetzke, Marco Jansen and Corbin Bosch, beating... read..

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Aiden Markram hails middle-order effort after South Africa fightback in Ranchi

South Africa captain Aiden Markram expressed pride in his team's ability to get really close to India's target of 350 despite the top-order failure in the first India vs South Africa match of the series on Sunday in Ranchi.... read..

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"Always fun to watch them play with that freedom....": Indian skipper KL on 'Ro-Ko' show following win over SA in 1st ODI

Following his side's hard-fought win over South Africa, Indian skipper KL Rahul admitted that it was fun watching stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli play their cricket with such freedom and also hailed pacer Harshit Rana for his performances with the ... read..

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"I'm playing just one format of game": Virat after match-winning ton in 1st Ranchi ODI amidst murmurs of Test return

Following his side's win and his match-winning century against South Africa at Ranchi in the first ODI, Indian batting legend Virat Kohli opened up on his preparation and his approach towards the game, saying he is not a "believer in a lot of preparation"... read..

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Kuldeep Yadav's brilliant run against South Africa continues, becomes 11th Indian to take 350 international wickets

Kuldeep Yadav continued his brilliant run with the ball in ODIs against South Africa as he helped India secure a 17-run win over the Proteas in the first ODI of the series in Ranchi on Sunday. Kuldeep also became the 11th Indian bowler to take 350 interna... read..

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Virat Kohli's 52nd ODI century, partnership with Rohit leads India to 349/8 against SA in 1st ODI

A record-breaking 52nd ODI century by Virat Kohli, his 136-run stand with Rohit Sharma and half-century from KL Rahul took India to 349/8 in their 50 overs during the first ODI against South Africa at JSCA Stadium in Ranchi on Sunday.... read..

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"Looking forward to enjoying that responsibility": KL Rahul on leading India in absence of injured Shubman Gill

Indian stand-in captain KL Rahul has shed light on leading the side during the three-match ODI series against South Africa in the absence of injured Shubman Gill.... read..

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Rohit Sharma three hits away from breaking Shahid Afridi's most ODI sixes record

Former Indian captain Rohit Sharma is just three hits away from breaking Pakistan's great Shahid Afridi's record of most sixes in ODI cricket.... read..

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Kohli, Rohit go full throttle during practice ahead of South Africa ODIs

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) posted a video showcasing the duo of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma going full throttle in a practice session ahead of the first India vs South Africa ODI of the two-match series, set to kick off on November ... read..

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India looking to bounce back from their 2-0 Test series defeat against South Africa, gears up for upcoming three-match ODI series

India is looking to bounce back from their 2-0 Test series defeat against South Africa as they gear up for the upcoming three-match ODI series.... read..

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"He's massive, has a similar effect on us as Rohit and Virat": Ashwell Prince believes De Kock brings Ro-Ko effect in Proteas team

Ahead of the first ODI against India, South Africa batting coach Ashwell Prince praised wicketkeeper/batter Quinton De Kock's skills, highlighting his ability to make a difference in big games, which Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli bring to India.... read..

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If MS Dhoni comes to watch, we will be more excited, says KL Rahul ahead of Ranchi ODI against South Africa

India's stand-in captain KL Rahul on Saturday said he would be delighted if former India captain MS Dhoni came to watch the first ODI against South Africa in Ranchi.... read..

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"Pant good enough to play as a batter": KL Rahul ahead of first ODI against South Africa

Ahead of the first ODI against South Africa in Ranchi, India stand-in captain KL Rahul stated that the star wicketkeeper-batter is good enough to play as a specialist batter in the side if needed.... read..

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KL Rahul says return of Kohli, Rohit boosts team's confidence ahead of SA ODIs

KL Rahul said that having the likes of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma back in the team makes the dressing room feel confident, ahead of the India vs South Africa ODI series, set to kick off from November 30 at the JSCA Stadium in Ranchi.... read..

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"I will be batting there...": KL Rahul on his role for ODI series

Ahead of the first ODI against South Africa in Ranchi, India will look to bounce back after a disappointing 2-0 defeat in the Test series. KL Rahul, who will lead the side in the absence of regular captain Shubman Gill, confirmed clarity over his own batt... read..

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Gill recovering, Iyer begins rehab ahead of SA ODIs: Morne Morkel

India bowling coach Morne Morkel has said that he spoke with Shubman Gill, who is recovering well from his neck injury, and added that Shreyas Iyer has begun rehabilitation following a spleen injury sustained during the first ODI of the Australia tour las... read..

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"I've had sleepless nights bowling to them...": Indian bowling coach Morkel on Rohit-Virat ahead of 1st SA ODI at Ranchi

Ahead of the first ODI against South Africa, India's bowling coach Morne Morkel expressed faith in the experience and quality of ODI-only stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, speaking of how he has had "sleepless nights" bowling to them.... read..

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Morne Morkel reposes faith in Ruturaj Gaikwad, says SA ODIs as key experience for Indian pacers

Team India bowling coach Morne Morkel expressed confidence in Indian batter Ruturaj Gaikwad, saying that if he gets an opportunity in the upcoming India vs South Africa ODI series, "he will do the country proud."... read..

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Rohit Sharma poised to become 4th Indian batter to score 20,000 international runs

Former Indian captain Rohit Sharma is poised to become only the fourth Indian batter to hit the 20,000-run milestone in cricket. Rohit is set to return to the field in India's three-match ODI series against South Africa, starting November 30 at the JSCA S... read..

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A look at Virat Kohli's record against South Africa ahead of Ranchi ODI

Indian batting legend Virat Kohli will be back in action during the first ODI against South Africa at JSCA International Cricket Stadium, Ranchi, on Sunday.... read..

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