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‘Rishabh Pant wanted to test the market’: Delhi Capitals head coach breaks silence on Pant’s departure | Cricket News – Times of India

Rishabh Pant (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Delhi Capitals' newly-appointed head coach Hemang Badani shared a contrasting view on Rishabh Pant's departure, differing from co-owner Parth Jindal's earlier claim that money wasn’t the primary factor during the IPL mega auction held in Jeddah on November 24 and 25.The auction saw Pant break records, becoming the costliest player ever, as Lucknow Super Giants secured him for ?27 crore. Delhi Capitals tried to retain him using the Right to Match card at ?21 crore, but Lucknow outbid them."I think it's the other way around. He wanted not to be retained. He said he wanted to go to the auction and test the market. If you want to retain a player, both parties (the team and the player) have to agree on certain things. We tried talking to him, the...

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‘You’re in trouble if… ‘: Kevin Pietersen’s advice for India batters | Cricket News – Times of India

KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Former England captain Kevin Pietersen shared subtle yet pointed advice for Team India batters through a cryptic tweet that seemed targeted at Team India's top-order batters. Although he refrained from naming players, the context of his message strongly implied that it was directed toward India's top-order batters, who struggled during the pink-ball Test against Australia in Adelaide.India vs Australia: Unleash Rohit Sharma in middle order"If you’re looking to leave more than you’re looking to play the ball in Tests, you’re in trouble," Pietersen tweeted on X (formerly Twitter).This comment likely alludes to the indecisiveness displayed by Indian top batters, including Virat Kohli and KL Rahul, during their dismissals in the f...

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Worrying trend: KL Rahul’s poor practice of throwing away assured starts | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: KL Rahul opened the batting for India yet again and looked really solid for his 64-ball 37 but went on to throw his wicket late in the first session on the opening day of the day-night Test against Australia in Adelaide on Friday.Riding on his luck, Rahul had a couple of escapes in the first innings, including a dramatic no-ball dismissal survival but the top-order batter showed nerves of steel against the new ball and a top Aussie bowling attack which made the ball talk.Negating a moving pink cherry, Rahul majorly avoided the deliveries outside off but eventually succumbed trying to do the same.As paceman Mitchell Starc got one to rise a bit extra, Rahul couldn't get his bat away in time and was caught at gully by Nathan McSweeney in the 19th over of the innings.With Rahul's di...

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IND vs AUS: 3 wickets in 16 balls! KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill fall in quick succession | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Australia paceman Mitchell Starc breathed fire, dismissing star batters KL Rahul and Virat Kohli in consecutive overs while Scott Boland trapped Shubman Gill plumb in front as India were left reeling with three blows in 16 balls, late in the first session on Day 1 of the the second day-night Test in Adelaide on Friday.With around 30 minutes to go for the Tea break, Starc was brought back into the attack by skipper Pat Cummins and he instantly created an impact, getting rid of Rahul fourth ball into his spell.Rahul, who had majorly left the balls outside off during his resilient 64-ball 37 knock, eventually got one that rose a bit extra as it flew off his bat to Nathan McSweeney at gully in the 19th over. It was the third time in the series Starc got the better of Rahul as he end...

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Virat Kohli’s unmissable reaction after KL Rahul survives a no-ball call in Adelaide – WATCH | Cricket News – Times of India

KL Rahul (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: India batter KL Rahul narrowly escaped dismissal on the first ball of Scott Boland’s spell during the second Test in Adelaide, thanks to a no-ball call. Boland overstepped, nullifying the on-field umpire's decision, and giving Rahul a lifeline.As the Australians celebrated and a dejected Rahul began walking off, India’s batting stalwart Virat Kohli was ready to step onto the field. However, replays confirmed Boland’s overstep, and KL Rahul was recalled before crossing the boundary ropes. The Snickometer also showed no edge off the bat.Kohli, who had approached the boundary, paused as the fourth official intervened, signaling the error. Smiling, Kohli returned to the dressing room.WATCH:Rahul made the most of his reprieve, scoring 37 runs before falling...

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‘After I saw my father cry over financial struggle … ‘: Nitish Reddy ahead of India vs Australia 2nd Test | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Team India all-rounder Nitish Reddy had a transformative moment in his cricket journey when he witnessed his father's tears due to financial struggles. This incident motivated him to work harder and achieve success in the game. His impressive debut for India against Australia at Perth, where he scored 41 and 38 runs and claimed a wicket, was a culmination of his dedication and hard work.Reddy's journey was not without sacrifices, as his father left his job to support his cricketing aspirations. Witnessing his father's emotional breakdown due to financial constraints was a turning point for Reddy, who vowed to take the game seriously and work towards achieving success.India vs Australia: How pink ball is different"To be honest, I was not serious when I was young," he said in a vi...

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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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Rohit Sharma: KL Rahul will open in Adelaide, I’ll bat somewhere in the middle: | Cricket News – Times of India

Rohit Sharma during a press conference at Adelaide Oval. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Back to lead India in the day/night Test against Australia at the Adelaide Oval, Rohit Sharma was a picture of confidence and looked relaxed during his press conference on Thursday.India lead 1-0 in the five-Test series after a thumping 295-run victory in Perth under the captaincy of Jasprit Bumrah, the Test that Rohit missed due to the birth of his son.Border-Gavaskar TrophyGoing into the second Test, the biggest question India faced was the batting position of KL Rahul after he put up a brilliant 201-run opening stand with Yashasvi Jaiswal in the second innings of the Perth Test.When asked about his batting position in the second Test, Rohit confirmed Rahul's batting spot.How a change i...

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Will Rohit Sharma open or not? Sunil Gavaskar on India’s playing XI for Adelaide Test | Cricket News – Times of India

Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal NEW DELHI: A buoyant Indian cricket team is set to face Australia in the second match of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Adelaide Oval, starting Friday. Leading 1-0 in the five-match series after a dominant 295-run victory in Perth, India are looking to extend their lead in the Pink Ball Test. India's squad received a significant boost with the arrival of skipper Rohit Sharma, who missed the first Test due to the birth of his second child. In Rohit's absence, KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal opened the innings in Perth, putting together a record 201-run partnership in the second innings, a key factor in India's triumph. Border-Gavaskar TrophyWith Rohit's return, the Indian think tank now faces a dilemma over the batting order. Loud taunts,...

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4Dec By source belowNo Comments

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Opening or middle order? Ravi Shastri on Rohit Sharma’s batting position in Adelaide | – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India captain Rohit Sharma will return to lead the side in the second Test against Australia at Adelaide Oval starting Friday after missing the first match to spend time with his family for the birth of his second child.Following a strong opening partnership between KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal in the first innings of the first Test, the return of Rohit presents a selection dilemma for the team management. Will they stick with the Rahul-Jaiswal combination for the opening slot, or will Rahul make way for Rohit to open alongside Jaiswal?How a change in batting position could well help Rohit Sharma in TestsFormer India head coach Ravi Shastri expressed his opinion on the matter saying the decision lies with Rohit, whether he chooses to open the batting or move to the middle order...

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KL Rahul: ‘I see myself in him’ Rahul on guiding Yashasvi Jaiswal during Australia tour | Cricket News – Times of India

(Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images) KL Rahul sees similarities between himself and 22-year-old Yashasvi Jaiswal. Jaiswal's first tour of Australia mirrors Rahul's own experience a decade ago.In the 2014-15 series, a 22-year-old Rahul debuted at the MCG, scoring 3 and 1. He then opened in Sydney, scoring a remarkable 110.He admitted to feeling nervous. However, batting with Murali Vijay for an hour during the second innings in Sydney, where he scored 16, helped him significantly.KL Rahul Press Conference ahead of 2nd TestRahul is now mentoring Jaiswal, much like Vijay mentored him.In Perth, Rahul and Jaiswal established a record Indian opening partnership of 201. Jaiswal achieved a century, while Rahul contributed a valuable 77."I saw a bit of myself in him how I was 10 years ago, openi...

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4Dec By source belowNo Comments

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Rohit Sharma faces Jasprit Bumrah in practice session – ‘Battle between two GOATs | Cricket News – Times of India

Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah. (Pic Credit - X) NEW DELHI: In an electrifying practice session, Indian cricket fans were treated to a rare 'battle of the GOATs' as Rohit Sharma faced paceman Jasprit Bumrah in the nets ahead of the pink-ball Test, starting on December 6 in Adelaide on Tuesday.The Indian captain, known for his elegant yet destructive batting, was tested by Bumrah’s searing pace during the net session. The session was intense with Virat Kohli, Yashavi Jaiswal sweating it out at the nets along with skipper Rohit.TOTALLY UNCUT | FULL INDIAN BATTING PRACTICE COVERAGE | ADELAIDE OVAL #bgt2024Preparing for his maiden Day/Night Test, India's experienced batsman KL Rahul has observed distinct characteristics of the pink Kookaburra ball, noting its increased velocity, stronger impa...

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4Dec By source belowNo Comments

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KL Rahul’s straight answer to what is the best way to play pink ball | Cricket News – Times of India

KL Rahul. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Senior Indian batsman KL Rahul is preparing for his first Day/Night Test match and has discovered that the pink Kookaburra is faster, hits the hands harder when fielding, and is difficult to pick from the bowler's hand. Rahul, who excelled in India's 295-run Test triumph with a second innings knock of 77 runs, is eager to learn as much as he can from the nets in the hopes of continuing to perform well Down Under.Border-Gavaskar Trophy"Ball seems a bit more harder than the red ball and while fielding also, you can feel the ball hits your hands a lot quicker and harder," said the veteran of 54 Tests and 3000-plus runs ahead of the Day/Night Test in Adelaide starting Friday."Same with batting, it seems to get to you much quicker than the ...

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4Dec By source belowNo Comments

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KL Rahul’s cheeky reply to ‘at what position will you bat in Adelaide Test’ | Cricket News – Times of India

KL Rahul (Photo Source: X) KL Rahul rediscovered his lost form while opening batting in the absence of Rohit Sharma during the first Test against Australia in Perth; but with captain Rohit back from his paternity leave, the question on everybody's mind is whether Rahul will continue to open with Yashasvi Jaiswal or will Rohit return as an opener and Rahul pushed down to the middle order.At his press conference in Adelaide ahead of the pink-ball Test beginning December 6, Rahul was asked the same question, but the 32-year-old batter was well aware of the yorker coming his way and dug it out.ALSO WATCHThe ideal batting positions for Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill"I've been told but I've also been told to not share it today," Rahul said in his cheeky reply as the reporters burst into laughter. "S...

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4Dec By source belowNo Comments

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2nd Test: Adelaide tickled pink by Team India’s presence | Cricket News – Times of India

IN CAMERA: Fans of Indian origin thronged the Adelaide Oval nets to watch India's training session. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images) India's first training session under lights is an occasion to savour but important decisions await team ahead of crucial second TestADELAIDE: The delayed red-eye flight to Adelaide seemed in limbo on its Singapore tarmac. The snaking queues had long passed their state of agitation and quieted down to uneasy repose when the momentary sighting of Gautam Gambhir made heads turn.Border-Gavaskar TrophyIndia's coach was heading back to the scene of the action in Australia after a brief visit back home. Glances met, pleasantries exchanged and brief handshakes later, he retreated into his own world, down the vast corridors of one of the world's busiest airports, bu...

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Gautam Gambhir heads back to Australia, to reunite with team on Tuesday | Cricket News – Times of India

Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir has flown back to Australia and will rejoin the squad on Tuesday ahead of the second Test at Adelaide Oval, starting December 6. Gambhir had briefly returned home for 'personal reasons' following India's victory in the first Test in Perth.Gambhir was absent during India's two-day warm-up match against the Prime Minister's XI in Canberra. The warm-up game at Manuka Oval was shortened to a 46-overs-a-side game due to bad weather.Gambhir had left Australia on 26th November 26th after the conclusion of the Perth Test where India secured a commanding 295-run win.#LIVE: India vs Australia, Pink-Ball Test: Rohit Sharma's batting position, the ideal attack & moreThe second Test match of the Bord...

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2Dec By source belowNo Comments

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Rohit Sharma at No. 5-6 won’t be in the best interest of team: Harbhajan Singh | Cricket News – Times of India

Rohit Sharma (Photo credit: X) NEW DELHI: Former Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh feels skipper Rohit Sharma will bat in the top-order in the second day-night Test against Australia that starts from December 6 in Adelaide. Harbhajan sees Rohit either opening or playing at number three, dismissing the idea of 37-year-old coming lower down the order in the pink-ball game.Rohit missed the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth where KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal pulled off and incredible 201-run opening partnership in the second innings. Riding on their impressive stand, India convincingly won the match by 295 runs. In the recently concluded warm-up game ahead of the day-night Test, Rohit came in at No.4 against Australia Prime Minister's XI that left everyone guessing about Rohi...

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India tour of Australia: Border-Gavaskar Trophy second Test in Adelaide: Day-night test in Adelaide on December 6, 2024

Indian squad celebrate the victory in the first Border-Gavaskar Test match against Australia, in Perth. | Photo Credit: ANI It was a weekend of rain and runs for the Indians at Canberra. The warm-up fixture against the Prime Minister’s XI at the Manuka Oval was touted as the ideal base ahead of the second Test in Adelaide from Friday (December 6, 2024). A two-day tussle under lights and against the pink ball was also seen as a lens to understand how players were primed for the rest of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. In the end, damp skies washed out Saturday’s play while a kind sun and floodlights at night ensured a Sunday (December 1, 2024) contest with its facade of a limited overs skirmish but one th...

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Rishabh Pant, Nicholas Pooran, Mitchell Marsh or Aiden Markram: LSG to announce captain in next few days | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Ahead of the IPL 2025 season, Sanjiv Goenka, the owner of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), stated that the team's new captain has been selected and will be revealed in the coming days.During the IPL 2022-24 season, KL Rahul captained LSG, and when the batter was sidelined in the latter part of 2023, Krunal Pandya took over as captain. However, prior to last month's mega auction in Jeddah, the franchise decided not to retain the duo.LSG has leadership options in former Delhi Capitals captain Rishabh Pant, current Australia and South Africa T20I captains Mitchell Marsh and Aiden Markram, and West Indies keeper-batter Nicholas Pooran, who previously led the national team, since Rahul is now with the Delhi Capitals and Krunal is with Royal Challengers Bengaluru."People get surprised ...

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2Dec By source belowNo Comments

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Three reasons why Rohit Sharma should not open in Adelaide Test | Cricket News – Times of India

Rohit Sharma (Photo Source: X) NEW DELHI: It's a tricky one for India. Rohit Sharma is available to resume opening the batting with Yashasvi Jaiswal, but KL Rahul dug in hard as an opener in Perth to find form and make a difference. Should then the skipper accommodate himself in his usual position, or follow the don't-mend-what-is-not-broken theory and let what's working, work?It's hard to not look back at that 36 all out in the pink-ball Test four Australian summer agos, when you are heading to the same venue to face similar music under lights. The absence of Josh Hazlewood, who broke India's back while hunting in a pair with Pat Cummins during that December evening of 2020, can't be taken as a discount. India will still have Mitchell Starc and Cummins breathing down their neck.Plenty of ...

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Former India batter picks this player over KL Rahul as Delhi Capitals’ skipper | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Who will lead the Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025? This question remains unanswered, as the franchise has yet to announce their captain for the upcoming season. Star batter KL Rahul has emerged as the leading contender to take over the team's captaincy after being acquired for Rs 14 crore at the IPL 2025 mega auction.However, former India batter Aakash Chopra has voiced his support for all-rounder Axar Patel to captain the DC in the IPL.Chopra compared Delhi Capitals' captaincy dilemma to that of Kolkata Knight Riders, who released their title-winning skipper Shreyas Iyer ahead of the auction. He believes Axar commands immense respect in the dressing room and has been one of the franchise's most underrated performers."Who will be the captain? Their situation is like KKR. It could be ...

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‘We got what we wanted as a group’: Rohit Sharma after warm up match in Canberra – Times of India

Rohit Sharma in post match presentation (X Photo) India's cricket captain, Rohit Sharma, expressed satisfaction with his team's performance after their victory against the Prime Ministers' XI in a pink-ball warm-up match. He emphasised that the team achieved their pre-game objectives.The match, held at Canberra's Manuka Oval on Sunday, saw India defeat the Australian Prime Ministers' XI by five wickets. This win was fueled by Harshit Rana's four-wicket haul and strong batting performances from Shubman Gill, Nitish Kumar Reddy, and Yashasvi Jaiswal.Rohit Sharma acknowledged the crowd's support during the post-match presentation."It was fantastic (the match and the win). We got what we wanted as a group. It was a bit unfortunate that we couldn't play the entire game, but we made the most of ...

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Team India’s experiment backfires! Rohit Sharma fails to make impact at No. 4, out for 3 runs | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Having missed the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series due to paternity leave, all eyes were on Rohit Sharma as he made his return, with many curious about how the 37-year-old would adapt to Australian conditions ahead of the upcoming pink-ball Test in Adelaide. However, it came as a surprise when Rohit did not open the batting in the warm-up match against Australia’s Prime Minister’s XI in Canberra.In a surprising move, the Indian team management sent Rohit in at number four, but the experiment backfired as the Indian captain was dismissed cheaply for just 3 runs. Pacer Charlie Anderson bowled a back-of-a-length delivery outside off, and Rohit’s attempt to drive the ball resulted in an outside edge, which was safely caught by Oliver Davies at first slip.India opted t...

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Rohit Sharma to bat in middle-order for India in pink-ball Test vs Australia in Adelaide? | – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Will Rohit Sharma not open and instead bat in the middle-order for India in the upcoming pink-ball in Adelaide? The Indian team management on Sunday gave indications that India skipper might come down the order against Australia in the second Test, starting December 6.Having missed the first Test due to paternity leave, all eyes were on Rohit as to how the 37-year-old would adjust to the Australian conditions ahead of the fast-approaching pink-ball Test in Adelaide. But the opener didn’t come out to bat at the top in the warm-up game against Prime Ministers XI in Canberra.In a surprising move, the team, on Sunday stuck to their Yashasvi Jaiswal-KL Rahul opening combination in the pink-ball warm-up clash.The duo of Jaiswal-Rahul walked out to bat in the twilight phase -- consider...

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‘You are being unfair to him’: Ajay Jadeja defends Gautam Gambhir | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Indian middle-order batter Ajay Jadeja came to the defence of head coach Gautam Gambhir, stating that the criticism directed at him following the 0-3 defeat against New Zealand was premature and unjustified, considering his brief tenure in the position.The 2011 World Cup champion, Gambhir, assumed leadership of the Indian cricket team in July, succeeding Rahul Dravid. His appointment initially showed promise with success in the T20I series against Sri Lanka.Despite the subsequent ODI series loss to Sri Lanka and a comprehensive 2-0 Test victory over Bangladesh, it was the recent poor performance against New Zealand that brought Gambhir's leadership under intense examination.Jadeja believes this scrutiny is unwarranted given the limited time Gambhir has had to implement hi...

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