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Why Rohit Sharma’s decision to open with KL Rahul makes sense | Cricket News – Times of India

KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma (Julian Finney/Getty Images) ) "He (KL Rahul) will open the innings. I will play somewhere in the middle... "Rohit Sharma ended the suspense when he confirmed India's openers for the Adelaide Test vs Australia from December 6. Rahul did a phenomenal job with the bat in both innings of the Perth Test and continued with his good touch during the practice fixture PM XI in Canberra. Even after Rahul's returns with the bat, there was no clarity whether he would continue in the opening position especially after Rohit rejoined the squad after missing the series opener due to the birth of his second child.India vs Australia: Unleash Rohit Sharma in middle orderThe Indian captain, however, chose to stick with the successful combination at top of the order and feels Rahul d...

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Why Rohit Sharma’s decision to play KL Rahul as opener makes sense | Cricket News – Times of India

KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma (Julian Finney/Getty Images) "He (KL Rahul) will open the innings. I will play somewhere in the middle... "Rohit Sharma ended the suspense when he confirmed India's openers for the Adelaide Test vs Australia from December 6. Rahul did a phenomenal job with the bat in both innings of the Perth Test and continued with his good touch during the practice fixture PM XI in Canberra. Even after Rahul's returns with the bat, there was no clarity whether he would continue in the opening position especially after Rohit rejoined the squad after missing the series opener due to the birth of his second child.India vs Australia: Unleash Rohit Sharma in middle orderThe Indian captain, however, chose to stick with the successful combination at top of the order and feels Rahul des...

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‘He complemented me quite well’: Rahul Dravid on historic 303-run partnership with VVS Laxman in 2003 Adelaide Test | Cricket News – Times of India

Rahul Dravid and Adam Gilchrist (X Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India captain Rahul Dravid recently shared his memories of a remarkable partnership with VVS Laxman during the Adelaide Test against Australia in 2003.Speaking to Star Sports, Dravid discussed how their 303-run partnership for the fifth wicket shifted the game in India's favour. India had a difficult start, but the partnership helped them secure a historic four-wicket victory. Border-Gavaskar TrophyDravid admitted that his determination during the innings stemmed from a feeling of guilt. He had run out captain Sourav Ganguly, leaving India struggling at 85/4. This was in response to Australia's big first-innings total of 556."I was thinking, 'I've got the captain run-out. I better do something meaningful.' It was totally my mistak...

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Shubman Gill shines with a half-century in warm-up match – Times of India

Shubman Gill (BCCI Photo) Shubman Gill's half-century in the day-night practice match against Australia PM XI at Canberra is a positive sign for India before the day-night second Test. The pink-ball Test in Adelaide begins on December 6th.Gill retired after reaching his fifty, having faced over ten overs. He appeared comfortable against the pink ball under lights, hitting seven boundaries.Gill's return to the nets on Friday indicated recovery from a thumb injury. This injury had sidelined him for the opening match in Perth. India hopes for a fully fit Gill for the crucial number three batting position. This spot is especially important during a five-Test series in Australia.Gill's solid defense provides stability to the innings. He can also shift gears and attack when necessary.The 25-year...