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Virat Kohli’s familiar struggle with deliveries outside off stump resurfaced in the first ODI against Australia, leading to a duck. Former player Mohammad Kaif attributes this to a lack of match practice, impacting Kohli’s rhythm and anticipation. Despite this setback, Kohli aims to find form at Adelaide Oval, a venue where he has a strong…

Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed accused India head coach Gautam Gambhir of religious bias in team selection after Sarfaraz Khan’s exclusion from the India ‘A’ squad. BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla strongly refuted the allegations, calling them divisive. Sarfaraz Khan has a strong first-class record and recently scored a century in his last international series.

Former cricketer Irfan Pathan has voiced concerns over Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s recent batting struggles, attributing them to a lack of match practice. Pathan stressed the importance of following proper preparation processes, even for seasoned players, citing Rishabh Pant’s proactive approach to regaining match fitness as an example of the correct procedure.

Sarfaraz Khan’s consistent domestic brilliance and recent weight loss have not earned him a place in the India A squads, sparking widespread debate. Despite a stellar first-class average and scoring runs against England and New Zealand, the 28-year-old remains overlooked. Former cricketer R Ashwin expressed dismay, questioning the selectors’ rationale and suggesting Khan’s international door…

In a twist that’s shaken up the global chess scene, Norway Chess has pulled off what even Magnus Carlsen’s Freestyle tour couldn’t, convincing FIDE to approve a brand-new World Championship title. The “Total Chess World Championship” marks a stunning power play that could redefine how elite chess is played and governed.

Congress leader Shama Mohamed ignited a row by questioning Sarfaraz Khan’s omission from India A squads, implying religious bias and targeting coach Gautam Gambhir. This follows her earlier criticism of Rohit Sharma’s fitness and captaincy. Khan, despite a strong domestic record, faces selection challenges.

India faces a crucial second ODI against Australia at Adelaide, needing a series-saving performance from veterans Kohli and Sharma after their Perth defeat. The team grapples with the absence of Pandya and the Adelaide pitch’s expected challenges. Australia welcomes back Zampa and Carey, while India ponders bowling options amid batting concerns.