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Team India’s training session saw Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma preparing for their ODI return against South Africa. A light-hearted moment between Kohli and Rishabh Pant highlighted Kohli’s form. Both batsmen are nearing significant international milestones: Rohit is close to 20,000 runs, while Kohli could surpass Sachin Tendulkar’s century record in a single format.

With reduced game time, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are intensely focused on fitness and form, targeting the 2027 ODI World Cup. Despite lack of assured public words from chief selector Ajit Agarkar and coach Gautam Gambhir, their dedication and recent performances suggest a strong desire to continue playing.

Odissi dancer Dona Ganguly has filed a police complaint against unknown individuals for abusive and derogatory remarks on social media. The offensive posts, targeting her after a performance at the Kolkata Film Festival, allegedly involved body shaming and defamation. Police are investigating, tracing the Facebook page and a linked mobile number.

The BCCI is planning a meeting with selectors and team management to discuss Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s future, focusing on the 2027 ODI World Cup. Clarity on their roles and performance expectations will be provided, with advice to play more domestic cricket to maintain match fitness and form.

Ravichandran Ashwin highlights Gautam Gambhir’s significant impact on India’s white-ball cricket, crediting him for fostering a bolder, more proactive T20 approach. Gambhir’s coaching, fueled by IPL talent like Abhishek Sharma, has led to recent successes and a redefined team identity, contrasting with Test struggles.

Ajit Agarkar’s tenure as chief selector has been marked by dramatic white-ball captaincy shifts, with Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya both losing leadership roles. Poor communication, unclear long-term planning, and inconsistent reasoning have fueled discontent within the camp. As India heads into back-to-back ICC events within a year, these bold calls will face their first…