
India betters Test record at home
Okay, after an imposing second Test win against West Indies in Delhi, Team India completed a 2-0 series victory. Now, in 296 home Tests, the team has a staggering 122 wins, becoming the third most successful side after Australia and England. South Africa are fourth with 121 wins.

Gautam Gambhir unimpressed with comments on Harshit Rana
Former India players Kris Srikkanth and R Ashwin expressed surprise over Harshit Rana’s selection in all formats. But coach Gautam Gambhir wasn’t much impressed with this and said, “Every one of has us moral responsibility to make sure Indian cricket does well. Don’t say anything to run your YouTube channel. You criticize me and I can stand through it 100%.”

Rohit-Virat to play World Cup 2027?
Coach Gautam Gambhir didn’t disclose, if Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli would play the World Cup 2027. He said, “ODI World Cup is two and a half years away. It is important to stay in the present. They are both quality players. Hopefully, those 2 will have a successful tour.”

Hardik Pandya in CoE
On Tuesday, India’s premier all-rounder, Hardik Pandya reached the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. He had picked up a quadriceps injury in the Asia Cup, and it is not clear, as to when he can make a comeback. A road to his recovery is still not known.
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Ashwin terms Guwahati as away Test
India is due to play South Africa in a two-Test series in November, and the second Test venue is Guwahati. Former bowler Ashwin feels that instead of a home game, it will be an away game, as none of the Indian players, who could be picked, have played a red-ball game there.

Mohammed Shami blames selectors
Overlooked for quite some time now from the Indian team, it seems pacer Mohammed Shami has had enough. Speaking to reporters, he said, he is fully fit. “I have said this before… Selection is not in my hands. If there is a fitness issue, I shouldn’t be here playing for Bengal.”
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