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England lose two World Test Championship points and are fined for a slow over rate against India, slipping to third behind Sri Lanka.

England Drops to Third in WTC Standings After Over Rate Penalty

England Drops to Third in WTC After Penalty

England lose two World Test Championship points and are fined for a slow over rate against India, slipping to third behind Sri Lanka.

The England cricket team slipped a rung to third position in the World Test Championship table on Wednesday after being docked two points for maintaining a slow over rate in the third Test against India at Lord's.
Ben Stokes and Co. were also fined 10 per cent of their match fee after the Test, which they won by 22 runs on Monday.
Match referee Richie Richardson imposed the sanction after England were ruled to be two overs short of the target when time allowances were taken into consideration. India are fourth in the WTC points table right now.
"In accordance with Article 2.22 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to minimum over-rate offences, players are fined five per cent of their match fee for every over their side fails to bowl in the allotted time," the ICC said in statement.
"In addition, as per Article 16.11.2 of the ICC World Test Championship playing conditions, a side is penalised one point for each over short. Consequently, two World Test Championship points have been deducted from England's points total," it added.
England's tally in the World Test Championship standings dropped from 24 to 22 out of 36 points, consequently reducing their point percentage (PCT) from 66.67 per cent to 61.11 per cent.
As a result, Sri Lanka, who have a 66.67 PCT, have taken over England to be second.
Australia leads the WTC table with a 100 percentage point having won all three of their games so far, while India have 33.33 PCT England captain Ben Stokes pleaded guilty to the offence and accepted the proposed sanction, so there was no need for a formal hearing.
On-field umpires Paul Reiffel and Sharfuddoula Ibne Shahid, third umpire Ahsan Raza and fourth umpire Graham Lloyd levelled the charge.&nbsp;

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's retirement from Test cricket make Tendulkar's 100-century record tough to surpass. With fewer ODIs ahead before 2027, Kohli faces an uphill task to reach the legendary benchmark.

Tendulkar Record Safe after the retirement of Kohli in Test cricket

Kohli and Rohit's Test retirement confirms the endurance of Tendulkar's 100-century record. With limited ODI matches lined up until 2027, Kohli's path to surpassing this benchmark grows increasingly challenging.

Kohli’s test exit secures Tendulkar’s century record

With Kohli and Rohit retiring from Tests, passing Tendulkar's century tally seems unlikely. India's limited ODI fixtures further complicate Kohli's chances of surpassing the iconic benchmark.

If there was one player who was considered worthy of bettering Sachin Tendulkar's record of 100 international hundreds, it was Virat Kohli.
When Tendulkar was asked in an award ceremony after hitting his 100th century on who can break his record, he took two names: Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.
Within a week, both Rohit and Virat retired from the Test format.
Kohli, who quit the Test arena on Monday, is still 18 hundreds away from equalling the incredible milestone and now has just one format to play, may be for a maximum of two years.
In an age when the relevance of the 50-over format is a continuous debate, hitting 19 hundreds in ODIs is a humongous task.
There is a possibility of Kohli featuring in the ODI World Cup to be held in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia in 2027.
Before that, India is scheduled to play only 27 ODIs which includes a three-match series against Bangladesh in August-September.
It looks Tendulkar's record is 'here to stay'.
Tendulkar scored 51 centuries in 200 Tests and 49 centuries in 463 ODIs.
Kohli hit 30 centuries in 123 Tests, 51 in 302 ODIs and one in 125 T20 games.
Former captain Rohit has scored a total of 49 centuries, including 12 in Tests, 32 in ODIs and five in T20s.
In the list of batsmen who have scored the most centuries in international cricket, after Tendulkar and Kohli, are Australia's Ricky Ponting (71), Sri Lanka's Kumar Sangakkara (63), South Africa's Jacques Kallis (62) and Hashim Amla (55), Sri Lanka's Mahela Jayawardene (54).
Kohli's contemporaries England's Joe Root (53), Australia's Steve Smith (48) and New Zealand's Kane Williamson (48) are also at the fag end of their careers and there is no chance of them even getting close to Tendulkar's record.

Chandrababu Naidu praises Virat Kohli's retirement, highlighting his impact on cricket. BCCI honors Kohli's legacy, marking a significant era.

Chandrababu Naidu Praises Test Legacy of Virat Kohli

Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu praises Virat Kohli as he retires from Test cricket, marking an impactful era. BCCI celebrates Kohli’s remarkable contributions, cementing his legacy in cricket history.

CM Naidu hails Kohli’s legendary test journey

Chandrababu Naidu praises Virat Kohli's retirement from Test cricket, marking an impactful era. BCCI honors his legacy as an inspiring leader.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Monday said ace cricketer Virat Kohli&rsquo;s retirement from Test cricket marks the end of a remarkable chapter in Indian sports.
The chief minister noted that Kohli&rsquo;s passion, discipline, and leadership have inspired millions and brought great pride to the nation.
"Virat Kohli&rsquo;s retirement from Test cricket concludes a remarkable chapter in Indian sports. His passion, discipline, and leadership have inspired millions and brought great pride to the nation," Naidu said in a post on 'X'.
Naidu also extended his best wishes to Kohli for the next phase of his journey.
Further, State IT Minister Nara Lokesh remarked that a legend had signed off from the purest form of the game.
"Virat Kohli&rsquo;s passion, intensity, and unmatched commitment redefined India&rsquo;s Test cricket legacy. An inspiration to millions of young cricketers across the world," Lokesh said in a post on 'X'.
The TDP general secretary thanked Kohli for elevating the standards of cricket and making the country proud.
"Few have carried the weight of expectations with such grace and delivered with such consistency," Lokesh added.
Kohli on Monday announced his retirement from Test cricket, bringing to an end a glorious run in a format where he was celebrated as its saviour, especially at a time when T20 cricket had taken centre stage globally.
Since making his debut in 2011, Kohli has led India to the top of the Test rankings and achieved a historic series win in Australia during the 2018-19 season.
The BCCI lauded its biggest star of the past decade, stating that his "legacy will continue forever".

Virat Kohli announces retirement from Test cricket, concluding a remarkable 14-year career. As tributes flow globally, his legacy continues to inspire. Kohli remains active in ODIs, leaving an indelible mark on Indian cricket.

Virat Kohli Retires: Test Cricket Era Ends

Virat Kohli retires from Test cricket after an illustrious 14-year career. With 9,230 runs and 30 centuries, his legacy is celebrated worldwide. Kohli's influence as a transformative leader remains significant in cricket.

Virat Kohli bids farewell to test cricket: cricket world pays tribute

Virat Kohli retires from Test cricket after a 14-year career. The cricket world honors his legacy and leadership. Kohli continues in ODIs.

"End of an era." The cricketing fraternity on Monday paid glowing tributes to India's batting talisman Virat Kohli on his retirement from the longest format after an illustrious 14-year-career.
The 36-year-old Kohli quit Test cricket after scoring 9230 runs from 123 matches with 30 hundreds at an average of 46.85. He will only play in ODIs now, having already retired from T20 Internationals last year.
"An era ends in Test cricket but the legacy will continue FOREVER!@imVkohli, the former Team India Captain retires from Test cricket," the BCCI said in a post on 'X'.
"His contributions to #TeamIndia will forever be cherished!" The ICC hailed Kohli as one of India's Test greats.
"One of India's Test greats calls time in the longest format. Whites off, crown intact. Virat Kohli bids goodbye to Test cricket, leaving behind an unmatched legacy," the ICC said.
Kohli's IPL team said it will miss their star player and former captain from the Test arena.
"The walk, Those shots, Those expressions, Those celebrations. We&rsquo;ll miss them all. We&rsquo;ll miss them all.
"The curtain falls on a monumental Test Era. But his legacy lives on, etched in time and carved in pride. Thank you, Virat Kohli, for the fire, the bravery, and the unmatched passion. You didn&rsquo;t just play this format, you elevated it." His former team-mate Ajinkya Rahane wrote, "It's been a special journey sharing the field with you, @virat.kohli. So many great memories and partnerships together. Congratulations on an amazing Test career!" Former India pacer Irfan Pathan described Kohli as "a true torchbearer of modern Indian Test cricket".
"Congratulations on a phenomenal Test career, Virat Kohli. As captain, you didn&rsquo;t just win matches&mdash;you changed mindsets. You made fitness, aggression, and pride in whites the new standard." IPL franchise Delhi Capitals said "We weren&rsquo;t ready for this."

Explore Tim Wigmore's 'Test Cricket: A History,' a rich and captivating narrative featuring exclusive interviews. Perfect for cricket enthusiasts, Wigmore's work covers 150 years of Test cricket history, from Bodyline to Bazball.

Test Cricket Insight of Tim Wigmore

Tim Wigmore's 'Test Cricket: A History' offers a rich narrative backed by exclusive interviews. Discover the essence and impact of Test cricket's 150-year history in this acclaimed volume, praised for its depth and readability.

New book explores 150 years of test cricket

Tim Wigmore's "Test Cricket: A History" delves into the sport's storied past with exclusive interviews and insightful narrative, perfect for enthusiasts seeking a comprehensive understanding of Test cricket's impact.

A new book, "Test Cricket: A History" by author Tim Wigmore, tells the gripping story of the players and stories that have shaped the game's evolution since 1877.
The book, published by Hachette, features over 40 exclusive interviews with cricket greats including Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, Pat Cummins, Michael Holding, Muthiah Muralidaran, Kevin Pietersen, Ian Chappell, and Dale Steyn.
"From Bodyline to Bazball, the golden age to the rise of West Indies, and Shane Warne to Ian Botham, readers will come to appreciate Test cricket's remarkable history like never before. A perfect single volume history for any cricket fan from an award-winning Telegraph cricket correspondent!" the publisher said in a statement.
The history of Test cricket is rich, stretching back nearly 150 years and forming the foundation of the modern game. The first official Test match was played between Australia and England from March 15&ndash;19, 1877 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) -- which was won by Australia.
Touted to be the definitive history of test cricket, the book brings to life both Test cricket on the pitch and the game's social significance around the world. It has received rave reviews from English historian David Kynaston.
"Wonderfully wide-focused, unfailingly readable and laced with passages of insightful analysis, Tim Wigmore&rsquo;s history of test cricket is a true tour de force," writes Kynaston in his praise for the book.
Wigmore's previously authored books include "Crickonomics", a Waterstones sports book of the year, and "Cricket 2.0: Inside the T20 Revolution", which won the Wisden Book of the Year and Daily Telegraph Cricket Book of the Year in 2020.
"Test Cricket" is available for purchase across online and offline stores.

Ashwin, with an impressive 537 Test wickets to his name, finishes his career as the seventh-highest wicket-taker in the history of Test cricket.

Top Test Cricket Wicket-Takers: Ashwin's Legacy and Muralitharan's Record

In a significant moment for cricket, India&rsquo;s ace off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin recently announced his retirement from all formats of the game.

Legendary Sri Lankan spinner Muttiah Muralitharan remains unmatched at the summit of Test cricket, holding an astounding record of 800 wickets. Known for his exceptional turn, pinpoint accuracy, and unparalleled consistency, Muralitharan's career is a testament to extraordinary skill, hard work, and relentless ambition. His legacy continues to inspire and intimidate even the finest bowlers in the modern game.
In a significant moment for cricket, India&rsquo;s ace off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin recently announced his retirement from all formats of the game. Ashwin, with an impressive 537 Test wickets to his name, finishes his career as the seventh-highest wicket-taker in the history of Test cricket. The announcement marked the end of an era, prompting fans and cricket experts to celebrate his incredible contributions to Indian cricket over the past decade.
Ashwin has been a linchpin of India's bowling unit, blending innovation and precision with his trademark carrom ball and tactical brilliance. His deep understanding of the game and ability to outthink batsmen made him a formidable force on the field, earning him immense respect globally.
With Muralitharan and Ashwin standing as giants of the game, the list of top 10 Test wicket-takers is a tribute to the legends whose artistry and skill have etched their names into cricketing history. <img src="https://cdn.editorji.com/67626d0193419_1734503681.png" width="768" height="443">

Jason Gillespie's resignation as Pakistan's Test coach amidst tensions with PCB sees Aaqib Javed take over. The overhaul ahead of the South Africa series underscores a critical recalibration within the national coaching strategy.

Jason Gillespie resigns as Pakistan coach

Following Jason Gillespie's departure as Pakistan's Test coach due to conflicts with PCB, Aaqib Javed assumes the interim role. As Pakistan gears up for the South Africa series, Javed is tasked with guiding the team through these pivotal changes.

It may be recalled that Gary Kirsten, who joined as the white ball side&rsquo;s coach along with Gillespie, had resigned before Pakistan left for the series in Australia, Zimbabwe and South Africa.

Jason Gillespie stepped down from his role as Pakistan&rsquo;s Test team coach and former pacer Aaqib Javed has replaced the Australian for the upcoming two-match series against South Africa, PCB announced on Thursday.
Pakistan will play two Tests against the Proteas from December 26, and they are already in the Rainbow Nation for the white-ball leg of the tour.
Aaqib is currently the interim coach of Pakistan white ball outfits.
Gillespie, whose contract was set to expire in 2026, resigned after the Pakistan Cricket Board didn&rsquo;t review the contract of Tim Nielsen, who was brought in on the recommendation of the former Aussie quick, as the high performance coach of the team.
Gillespie was also peeved at the PCB&rsquo;s decision to absolve him of the powers of team selection and involvement in pitch preparation.
It may be recalled that Gary Kirsten, who joined as the white ball side&rsquo;s coach along with Gillespie, had resigned before Pakistan left for the series in Australia, Zimbabwe and South Africa.
Kirsten had resigned citing differences with the PCB on the matters of authority.
Both Gillespie and Kirsten were appointed on a two-year contract before the T20 World Cup 2024 and the PCB had promised a new era for the Pakistan team.
But once Aaqib was brought in as senior selector and PCB granted him full powers including in team selection, the foreign coaches started falling out with the board.

India continued their dominance at home with yet another Test series win after trouncing New Zealand in the second and final match

Virat Kohli and India creates new records after winning their 14th consecutive series win

Indian cricket team maintains a prolific record at home. Check stats here

Captain Kohli continues to shatter records! Team India's 14th consecutive Test series win at home 

India continued their dominance at home with yet another Test series win after trouncing New Zealand in the second and final match of the series. This is India's 14th consecutive series win at home soil.
The success of Team India in their own backyard can easily be evaluated by the statistics. India has now won 32 of their 40 matches played at home since 2013, losing only 2 while six matches ended in a draw.
The Indian team not only won these matches but some of them with huge margins. Since 2013, India won 13 matches with an innings while 13 matches by over 100-run margin.&nbsp; &nbsp;
King&nbsp;Kohli's&nbsp;contribution to Indian cricket can easily be evaluated by the way the team has performed. India's six of the seven 300-run margin victories have come under the leadership of captain Kohli. Skipper Virat Kohli, who recently relinquished his T20I captaincy, has now become the only player to win over 50 matches in all three formats.

The success of Team India at home can easily be evaluated by the statistics. India has won 32 of their 40 matches played at home since 2013, losing only 2 while 6 matches ended in a draw.

India continued their dominance at home with yet another Test series win after trouncing New Zealand in the second and final match of the series. This is India's 14th consecutive series win on home soil.
The success of Team India in their own backyard can easily be evaluated by the statistics. India has now won 32 of their 40 matches played at home since 2013, losing only 2 while six matches ended in a draw.
Since 2013, India won 13 matches with an innings while 13 matches by over 100-run margin.&nbsp; &nbsp;
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/ind-vs-nzl-india-conquer-2nd-test-register-thundering-372-run-win-1638769260762" target="_blank">IND vs NZL: India conquer 2nd Test, register thundering 372-run win</a>
Captain Kohli&nbsp;continues to shatter records
King&nbsp;Kohli's&nbsp;contribution to Indian cricket can easily be evaluated by the way the team has performed. India's six of the seven 300-run margin victories have come under the leadership of captain Kohli. Skipper Virat Kohli, who recently relinquished his T20I captaincy, has now become the only player to win over 50 matches in all three formats.

Indian opener KL Rahul, who is named vice-captain for South Africa Tests, has revealed that six-seven months ago he never thought that he would get to play Test cricket

WATCH: Never thought I would get to play Test cricket again, says Rahul ahead of IND vs SA Tests

KL Rahul, who is named vice-captain for South Africa Tests, reveals that before 6-7 months or a year ago, he never thought of playing another Test for India.

Indian opener KL Rahul, who is named vice-captain for South Africa Tests,&nbsp;has revealed that six-seven months ago he never thought that he would get to play Test cricket again.
Rahul was appointed as vice-captain for the Test series against the Proteas after Rohit Sharma&nbsp;was ruled out of the red-ball tour due to a hamstring injury.
Bite 1: KL Rahul, India vice-captain
"Before 6-7 months or a year ago, I never thought of playing another Test for India. Things changed quickly and I am very happy and grateful for such a huge responsibility that is given to me as vice-captain for this tour. I am looking forward to giving my best"
Rahul made his test debut in 2014 and but lost his place in the team due to lack of form and injuries.
He has amassed 2321 runs in 40 Tests at an average of 35.16 with six hundred and 12 fifties. The Karnataka batter has been in good knick this year, scoring 315 runs in 4 Tests during the England tour at an average of 39.37, including a century and one fifty.

In a candid chat with teammate Mayank Agarwal, KL&nbsp;Rahul said that before six-7 months or a year ago, he never thought of playing another Test for India

Indian opener KL Rahul, who is named vice-captain for South Africa Tests,&nbsp;has revealed that six-seven months ago he never thought that he would get to play Test cricket again.
In a candid chat with teammate Mayank Agarwal, KL&nbsp;Rahul said that before six-7 months or a year ago, he never thought of playing another Test for India.
He further explained that he made his debut in a Boxing Day Test in Australia but that did not go well and he failed to keep his position in the team.
Rahul was appointed as vice-captain for the Test series against the Proteas after Rohit Sharma&nbsp;was ruled out of the red-ball tour due to a hamstring injury.
Rahul made his test debut in 2014 and but lost his place in the team due to lack of form and injuries.
He has amassed 2321 runs in 40 Tests at an average of 35.16 with six hundred and 12 fifties. The Karnataka batter has been in good knick this year, scoring 315 runs in 4 Tests during the England tour at an average of 39.37, including a century and one fifty.
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/ind-vs-sa-tests-can-the-openers-give-india-perfect-start-in-south-africa-1640086643188" target="_blank">IND vs SA Tests: Can the openers give India perfect start in South Africa?</a>

The Indian cricket team will be aiming their maiden Test series win in South Africa as the Virat Kohli-led side is gearing up for the three Tests

IND vs SA Tests: Can the openers give India perfect start in South Africa?

As the Indian openers, KL Rahul and Mayank Agarwal are going into the South Africa Tests riding on some good form, the team would be banking on them for a good start with an aim to win their maiden Test series in South Africa

The Indian cricket team will be aiming for their maiden Test series win in South Africa as the Virat Kohli-led side is gearing up for three Tests.
However, to achieve an elusive series win in the rainbow nation, Indian openers need to give a good start as always given the record of visiting openers has not been impressive.
Since 2016, the openers of the touring country have scored only 493 runs in 6 games in comparison to South African openers' 832 runs in as many games.
So, the onus to give India a perfect start will be on KL Rahul and Mayank Agarwal with Priyank Panchal being the reserve opener.
Rahul would look to forget the demons of his previous South Africa tour given he got dismissed for paltry 10, 4, 0, and 16 in 4 innings.
The 29-year batter would like to improve his stats this time given he has been in good form in overseas conditions this year. He accumulated 315 runs in 4 Tests during the England tour at an average of 39.37, including a century and one fifty.
Meanwhile, this will be Mayank Agarwal's maiden tour to South Africa. He is coming into the Boxing Day Test with scores of 150 and 62 against New Zealand&nbsp;at home.
Moreover, in the absence of any of the two Karnataka batters due to injury, Panchal may get a chance at the top order. He has been India A's captain that visited South Africa recently for unofficial Tests. In the 2 matches, he amassed 120 runs with 96 being his highest score.&nbsp;

To achieve their elusive series win in the rainbow nation, Indian openers need to bat well given the record of visiting openers has not been impressive

The Indian cricket team will be aiming for their maiden Test series win in South Africa as the Virat Kohli-led side is gearing up for three Tests.
However, to achieve an elusive series win in the rainbow nation, Indian openers need to give a good start as always given the record of visiting openers has not been impressive.
Since 2016, the openers of the touring country have scored only 493 runs in 6 games in comparison to South African openers' 832 runs in as many games.
So, the onus to give India a perfect start will be on KL Rahul and Mayank Agarwal with Priyank Panchal being the reserve opener.
Rahul would look to forget the demons of his previous South Africa tour given he got dismissed for paltry 10, 4, 0, and 16 in 4 innings.
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/ind-vs-sa-tests-kohli-on-cusp-of-breaking-dravid-laxman-record-in-south-africa-1640089532329" target="_blank">IND vs SA Tests: Kohli on cusp of breaking Dravid, Laxman record in South Africa</a>
The 29-year batter would like to improve his stats this time given he has been in good form in overseas conditions this year. He accumulated 315 runs in 4 Tests during the England tour at an average of 39.37, including a century and one fifty.
Meanwhile, this will be Mayank Agarwal's maiden tour to South Africa. He is coming into the Boxing Day Test with scores of 150 and 62 against New Zealand&nbsp;at home.
Moreover, in the absence of any of the two Karnataka batters due to injury, Panchal may get a chance at the top order. He has been India A's captain that visited South Africa recently for unofficial Tests. In the 2 matches, he amassed 120 runs with 96 being his highest score.&nbsp;

Indian Test squad started their training and conditioning with a game of football in Johannesburg ahead of Boxing Day against South Africa

Kohli, Dravid along with players seen sharing laughter in first training session at Johannesburg

Ahead of Team India's 1st training session in Johannesburg, Virat Kohli's men had a fun drill to 'recharge their batteries.'

Watch! Team India recharge their batteries ahead of 1st training session in South Africa

Ahead of Team India's 1st training session in Johannesburg, Virat&nbsp;Kohli's men had a fun drill to 'recharge their batteries.'
India's strength and conditioning coach Soham Desai&nbsp;(Bite 1): After the hard quarantine in Mumbai and 10-hour flight, going straightaway to skill session would have been high risk.
India's strength and conditioning coach Soham Desai&nbsp;(Bite 2): These games, laughter, and banters are ways to eliminate all those things which are creeping into players' minds, time away from home.
India will take on South Africa in the 1st Test of the 3-match series from December 26.

Ahead of Team India's 1st training session in Johannesburg, Virat&nbsp;Kohli's men had a fun drill to 'recharge their batteries'

Ahead of Team India's 1st training session in Johannesburg, Virat&nbsp;Kohli's men had a fun drill to 'recharge their batteries.'
A video was shared by BCCI on its Twitter handle in which players along with captain Virat Kohli and Rahul Dravid can be seen doing mild stretching and sharing laughter while playing football.
The training was administered by India's strength and conditioning coach Soham Desai.
India's strength and conditioning coach explained the reason behind&nbsp;the mild activities and said that after the hard quarantine in Mumbai and 10-hour flight, going straightaway to skill session would have been high risk.
He further elaborated that these games, laughter, and banters are ways to eliminate all those things which are creeping into players' minds, time away from home.
India will take on South Africa in the 1st Test of the 3-match series from December 26.
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/rohit-sharma-offers-priceless-lessons-to-india-u-19-team-during-rehab-at-nca-1639797193260" target="_blank">Rohit Sharma offers 'priceless lessons' to India U-19 team during rehab at NCA</a>

After a long wait, Priyank Panchal got picked for the Indian Test squad for the South Africa tour as Rohit Sharma was ruled out of the Test series due to an injury

India tour of South Africa: Priyank Panchal gets national call-up after 100 FC games

After toiling hard in the domestic cricket, the Gujarat opener was picked for the India Test squad as Rohit Sharma injured his hamstring during practice session. 

Priyank&nbsp;Panchal's&nbsp;long wait for a call-up for the national side finally ended as he was&nbsp;picked for the Indian Test squad for the South Africa tour after&nbsp;Rohit&nbsp;Sharma&nbsp;was ruled out of the series due to a hamstring injury. The Gujarat opener got his maiden India call-up after playing 100 first-class games.
It would be a similar dressing room environment for the 31-year-old batter, given he spent plenty of time with Rahul&nbsp;Dravid during his India A stint. Panchal&nbsp;has been part of India A squad for quite some time now and also led the side on a few occasions.&nbsp;Priyank&nbsp;led India A side that toured South Africa recently for three unofficial Tests. He scored 120 runs in two matches with 96 being his highest score.&nbsp;
Priyank&nbsp;was first picked as a standby for the England home series and subsequently got released by the management for Vijay&nbsp;Hazare&nbsp;Trophy in February.&nbsp;In the 100 first-class games, he has scored 7011 runs at an average of 45.52. Panchal amassed 24 centuries and 25 fifties with 314 not out being his highest score.

Priyank&nbsp;Panchal was picked for the&nbsp;Indian Test squad after vice-captain Rohit Sharma&nbsp;got injured ahead of team's departure for South Africa during a practice session.

Priyank&nbsp;Panchal's&nbsp;long wait for a call-up for the national side finally ended as he was&nbsp;picked for the Indian Test squad for the South Africa tour after&nbsp;Rohit&nbsp;Sharma&nbsp;was ruled out of the series due to a hamstring injury. The Gujarat opener got his maiden India call-up after playing 100 first-class games.
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/reports-rohit-sharma-injured-likely-to-miss-the-test-series-vs-south-africa-1639401505124">Rohit Sharma injured &amp; ruled out of the Test series vs South Africa</a>
It would be a similar dressing room environment for the 31-year-old batter, given he spent plenty of time with Rahul&nbsp;Dravid during his India A stint. Panchal&nbsp;has been part of India A squad for quite some time now and also led the side on a few occasions.&nbsp;Priyank&nbsp;led India A side that toured South Africa recently for three unofficial Tests. He scored 120 runs in two matches with 96 being his highest score.&nbsp;
Priyank&nbsp;was first picked as a standby for the England home series and subsequently got released by the management for Vijay&nbsp;Hazare&nbsp;Trophy in February.&nbsp;In the 100 first-class games, he has scored 7011 runs at an average of 45.52. Panchal amassed 24 centuries and 25 fifties with 314 not out being his highest score.

Star Sports will live telecast the India vs South Africa matches in India. Fans can watch live streaming of the three Tests and as many ODI on Disney+Hotstar

India tour of South Africa 2021-22: IND vs SA full schedule, match timings and streaming details

After delaying the tour for a week over new Covid-19 variant concerns, Team India will now start their South Africa with the boxing day Test at Centurion on December 26.

Check India vs South Africa full schedule, match timings and streaming details

After delaying the tour for a week over new Covid-19 variant concerns, Cricket South Africa has announced the updated schedule for the India series on Monday. Team India will now start their tour with the boxing day Test at Centurion on December 26.
The teams will then move to Johannesburg, where the second Test starts on January&nbsp;3 next year. While Cape Town will host the third and last Test from January&nbsp;11.
As announced last week, T20Is won't be part of India's tour and now the tour will end with three-match ODI series. The first two ODIs of the series will be played at Boland&nbsp;Park,&nbsp;Paarl&nbsp;on January 19 and 20 respectively. The teams then again move to Cape Town for the last ODI, which is scheduled to take place on January 23.
The first two Tests will start from 1:30 pm Indian Standard Time (IST) while the match timings for the last Test and three ODIs is 2 pm IST.
Star Sports will live telecast the India vs South Africa matches in India. Fans can watch live streaming of the three Tests and as many ODI on Disney+Hotstar.

Team India will start their tour with the boxing day Test at Centurion on December 26. India's South Africa tour with three-match ODI&nbsp;series on January 23, 2022.

After delaying the tour for a week over new Covid-19 variant concerns, Cricket South Africa has announced the updated schedule for the India series on Monday. Team India will now start their tour with the boxing day Test at Centurion on December 26.
The teams will then move to Johannesburg, where the second Test starts on January&nbsp;3 next year. While Cape Town will host the third and last Test from January&nbsp;11.
As announced last week, T20Is won't be part of India's tour and now the tour will end with three-match ODI series. The first two ODIs of the series will be played at Boland&nbsp;Park,&nbsp;Paarl&nbsp;on January 19 and 21 respectively. The teams then again move to Cape Town for the last ODI, which is scheduled to take place on January 23.
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India vs South Africa match timings
The first two Tests will start from 1:30 pm Indian Standard Time (IST) while the match timings for the last Test and three ODIs is 2 pm IST.
IND vs SA live telecast and streaming details
Star Sports will live telecast the India vs South Africa matches in India. Fans can watch live streaming of the three Tests and as many ODI on Disney+Hotstar. Doordarshan will live telecast the ODI&nbsp;series&nbsp;for free on its terrestrial network.

Indian captain Virat Kohli backed the out-of-form batter Ajinkya Rahane ahead of the South Africa Test series, saying the team can't react like an outsider.

Virat Kohli backs out of form Ajinkya Rahane, says the team can't react like outsiders

Rahane is going through a rough patch of form and managed to score only 411 runs in the last 12 Tests at an average of 19.57

Indian captain Virat Kohli backed the out-of-form batter Ajinkya Rahane ahead of the South Africa Test series, saying the team can't react like an outsider.
While talking to the media after the end of second Test, Kohli emphasised that Rahane needs assurance.
Kohli&nbsp;bite on Rahane:&nbsp;I can't judge his (Rahane's) form. No one can judge it. Only the individual knows what he's going through,&nbsp;We need to back them in these moments, especially when they have done well in the past. We as players know what happens in the team and in our heads. There's a lot going on outside and we can't let those things affect the way we play. We support everybody in the side, Ajinkya or anyone.
Notably, Rahane is going through a rough patch of form and managed to score only 411 runs in the last 12 Tests at an average of 19.57.

Virat Kohli&nbsp;further said that he can't judge Rahane's form and only the individual knows what he is going through.

Indian captain Virat Kohli backed the out-of-form batter Ajinkya Rahane ahead of the South Africa Test series, saying the team can't react like an outsider.
While talking to the media after the end of the second Test, Kohli emphasised that Rahane needs assurance.
Kohli added that he can't judge Rahane's form and only the individual knows what he is going through.
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While making a case for Rahane, Kohli said that he should be backed for his past good record and the team wouldn't like to press the panic button at the moment.
Notably, Rahane is going through a rough patch of form and managed to score only 411 runs in the last 12 Tests at an average of 19.57. Rahane's&nbsp;selection for South Africa series is under the scanner owing to his poor performances.

India head coach Rahul Dravid hinted at tough selection decisions ahead of the South Africa tour after youngsters make full use of their opportunity in absence of some b

Rahul Dravid hints tough selection calls ahead of South Africa tour

Will India pick Pujara and Rahane for the South Africa Test series after centuries from youngsters? head coach Rahul Dravid terms it a good-selection headache.

India head coach Rahul Dravid hinted at tough selection decisions ahead of the South Africa tour after youngsters make full use of their opportunity in absence of some big names.
While talking to broadcasters after India's win in the second Test against New Zealand, David said that it is a good selection headache given the youngsters performed well.
He further added that the team management may have to make some tough decisions but as long as we have clear communication with players, I won't see a problem.
Ajinkya Rahane and Cheteshwar Pujara's selection are the under-scanner for the South Africa tour given the duo failed to impress in the New Zealand&nbsp;Test series.
Meanwhile, youngsters Mayank Agarwal and Shreyas Iyer&nbsp;made full use of the opportunity and smashed centuries&nbsp;against New Zealand.
Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant are likely to return to the Indian squad after getting a well-deserved break.

Rahul&nbsp;Dravid&nbsp;said that the team management may have to make some tough decisions ahead of South Africa tour&nbsp;

India head coach Rahul Dravid hinted at tough selection decisions ahead of the South Africa tour after youngsters make full use of their opportunity in absence of some big names.
While talking to broadcasters after India's win in the second Test against New Zealand, Dravid said that it is a good selection headache given the youngsters performed well.
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He further added that the team management may have to make some tough decisions but as long as we have clear communication with players, he doesn't see a problem.
Ajinkya Rahane and Cheteshwar Pujara's selection are the under-scanner for the South Africa tour given the duo failed to impress in the New Zealand&nbsp;Test series.
Meanwhile, youngsters Mayank Agarwal and Shreyas Iyer&nbsp;made full use of the opportunity and smashed centuries&nbsp;against New Zealand.
Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant are likely to return to the Indian squad after getting a well-deserved break.

India's prolific spinner Ravichandran Ashwin became the second-fastest bowler in Tests to claim 300 wickets at home after Sri Lankan great Muttiah Muralitharan

Ashwin breaks another record, become second fastest bowler to claim 300 wickets in Tests

Ashwin is inching towards becoming India's greatest Test bowler. His numbers are astounding and suggest that the Chennai born spinner is on his way to greatness in Test cricket 

India's prolific spinner&nbsp;Ravichandran&nbsp;Ashwin&nbsp;became the second-fastest bowler in Tests to claim 300 wickets at home&nbsp;after Sri&nbsp;Lankan&nbsp;great Muttiah Muralitharan. Ashwin&nbsp;has been India's lead spinner since his debut in Test cricket and the 81-match veteran continued to fix batters with his flight and carrom&nbsp;ball.
In the recently-concluded Test series, Ashwin&nbsp;became the third-highest wicket-taker for India after he crossed Harbhajan's 417-wicket mark.
Overall, Ashwin&nbsp;has 427 scalps in 81 matches with 30 five-wicket and seven 10-wicket hauls.&nbsp;The off-spinner has an impressive record at home, having 300 wickets at an average of 21.70.
For many,&nbsp;Ashwin&nbsp;is a bowler who exploits home conditions but the Chennai-born spinner has played 32 away Tests and picked 127 wickets.
Ashwin&nbsp;has registered his name in the list of all-time greats such as&nbsp;Kapil Dev and Anil Kumble&nbsp;with his performances. He is just seven wickets away from Kapil&nbsp;Dev's&nbsp;434.&nbsp;

In the recently-concluded Test series, Ashwin&nbsp;became the third-highest wicket-taker for India after he crossed Harbhajan's 417-wicket mark.

India's prolific spinner&nbsp;Ravichandran&nbsp;Ashwin&nbsp;became the second-fastest bowler in Tests to claim 300 wickets at home&nbsp;after Sri&nbsp;Lankan&nbsp;great Muttiah Muralitharan. Ashwin&nbsp;has been India's lead spinner since his debut in Test cricket and the 81-match veteran continued to fix batters with his flight and carrom&nbsp;ball.
In the recently-concluded Test series, Ashwin&nbsp;became the third-highest wicket-taker for India after he crossed Harbhajan's 417-wicket mark.
Overall, Ashwin&nbsp;has 427 scalps in 81 matches with 30 five-wicket and seven 10-wicket hauls.&nbsp;The off-spinner has an impressive record at home, having 300 wickets at an average of 21.70 in 49 matches.
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For many,&nbsp;Ashwin&nbsp;is a bowler who exploits home conditions but the Chennai-born spinner has played 32 away Tests and picked 127 wickets at an average of 30.55.
Ashwin&nbsp;has registered his name in the list of all-time greats such as&nbsp;Kapil Dev and Anil Kumble&nbsp;with his performances. He is just seven wickets away from Kapil&nbsp;Dev's&nbsp;434.&nbsp;

Australia head coach Justin Langer has backed former skipper Tim Paine, who took an indefinite break from cricket over mental health concerns.

Justin Langer backs Tim Paine, questions society for being brutal

Australia head coach Justin Langer has backed former skipper Tim Paine, who took an indefinite break from cricket over mental health concerns. Langer questioned the society for being brutal and added that it is an unforgiving society, which is a real shame.

Australia head coach Justin&nbsp;Langer&nbsp;has backed former skipper Tim Paine, who took an&nbsp;indefinite break&nbsp;from cricket over mental health concerns. Langer&nbsp;questioned the society for being brutal and added that it is an unforgiving society, which is a real shame.
According to media reports,&nbsp;Langer&nbsp;made a secret visit to Paine's home ahead of the first Ashes Test.
Langer&nbsp;bite: "He's one of the best people I have met in cricket so it was nice to go down and see him, and you'd have to ask him how he's going. I think when I saw him, he's obviously shattered with what's happened because he's been such an exemplary figure in Australian cricket for the last four years particularly, you know, his life's changed obviously so, but you have to ask him how he's going. All I know it was important to go and see him. We talk about looking after our boys having each other's backs. And it was a no brainer for me to go and see him."
Paine resigned from the Test captaincy after the sexting&nbsp;scandal was resurfaced and subsequently took an indefinite break from cricket over mental health concerns as he has been&nbsp;facing a constant backlash from society.

Langer&nbsp;questioned the society for being brutal and added that it is an unforgiving society, which is a real shame

Australia head coach Justin&nbsp;Langer&nbsp;has backed former skipper Tim Paine, who took an&nbsp;indefinite break&nbsp;from cricket over mental health concerns. Langer&nbsp;questioned the society for being brutal and added that it is an unforgiving society, which is a real shame.
According to media reports,&nbsp;Langer&nbsp;made a secret visit to Paine's home ahead of the first Ashes Test.
Langer&nbsp;said that Tim Paine has made a mistake and paid a heavy price for it.
Paine resigned from the captaincy after the sexting&nbsp;scandal was resurfaced and subsequently took an indefinite break from cricket over mental health concerns as he has been&nbsp;facing a constant backlash from society.
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Cheteshwar Pujara's string of poor performances continued to haunt India in Test cricket

IND vs NZL | Pujara's duck gets him a unique & unwanted record in Test cricket

Cheteshwar Pujara registered not just a duck in the Mumbai Test but also got a dubious record attached to his name 

Cheteshwar&nbsp;Pujara's&nbsp;string of poor performances continued to haunt India in Test cricket.&nbsp;Pujara&nbsp;registered an unwanted record after being dismissed for a duck in the first innings of the&nbsp;Mumbai&nbsp;Test against New Zealand. He equalled the record of most number of ducks at number 3 position for India when he was cleaned up by Ajaz&nbsp;Patel after facing five deliveries.
Pujara&nbsp;is tied at eight ducks at number 3 position with batting legend Dilip&nbsp;Vengsarkar&nbsp;followed by the India current head coach Rahul&nbsp;Dravid, who has 7 ducks by his name at the same batting position.
Pujara's&nbsp;poor form has put a lot of pressure on India's middle order as he failed to play the anchor role lately. The 33-year old batter failed to reach the three-figure mark in his last 41 innings, including 20 innings at home.
His last century came in 2019 during Sydney Test against Australia while Pujara score a ton at home soil in 2017 against Sri&nbsp;Lanka&nbsp;at Nagpur.

Pujara&nbsp;is tied at eight ducks at number 3 position with batting legend Dilip&nbsp;Vengsarkar&nbsp;followed by the India current head coach Rahul&nbsp;Dravid, who has 7 ducks&nbsp;

Cheteshwar&nbsp;Pujara's&nbsp;string of poor performances continued to haunt India in Test cricket.&nbsp;Pujara&nbsp;registered an unwanted record after being dismissed for a duck in the first innings of the&nbsp;Mumbai&nbsp;Test against New Zealand. He equalled the record of most number of ducks at number 3 position for India when he was cleaned up by Ajaz&nbsp;Patel after facing five deliveries.
Pujara&nbsp;is tied at eight ducks at number 3 position with batting legend Dilip&nbsp;Vengsarkar&nbsp;followed by the India current head coach Rahul&nbsp;Dravid, who has 7 ducks by his name at the same batting position.
Pujara's&nbsp;poor form has put a lot of pressure on India's middle order as he failed to play the anchor role lately. The 33-year old batter failed to reach the three-figure mark in his last 41 innings, including 20 innings at home.
His last century came in 2019 during Sydney Test against Australia while Pujara score a ton at home soil in 2017 against Sri&nbsp;Lanka&nbsp;at Nagpur.
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Australia's premier spinner Nathan Lyon backed former Test captain Tim Paine to play the 1st Ashes Test vs England

Nathan Lyon backs Tim Paine to play the 1st Ashes Test vs England

Australia's premier spinner Nathan Lyon backed former Test captain Tim Paine to play the 1st Ashes Test vs England, saying that Paine made a mistake a few years ago, and he showed a lot of courage and owned the mistake.

Australia's premier spinner Nathan Lyon backed former Test captain Tim Paine to play the 1st Ashes Test vs England. Paine's spot in the team is under the scanner after he stepped down from Test captaincy following a sexting scandal.
Bite 1: Tim (Paine) made a mistake a few years ago, and he showed a lot of courage and he has owned that mistake. He's got my full support and 100 percent guarantee he's got the full support of the Australian change room.
Bite 2: In my eyes, yeah. We've always said that I think the selectors said that we were going to pick the best available eleven and in my eyes, Tim Paine's the best keeper in the world. So I know I want him. This is very selfish from a bowler's point of view. I want the best, best gloveman behind the stumps, and in my eyes, that's Tim Paine."

Australia's premier spinner Nathan Lyon backed former Test captain Tim Paine to play the 1st Ashes Test vs England, saying that Paine made a mistake a few years ago, and he showed a lot of courage and owned the mistake

Australia's premier spinner Nathan Lyon backed former Test captain Tim Paine to play the 1st Ashes Test vs England. Paine's spot in the team is under the scanner after he stepped down from Test captaincy following a sexting scandal.
Lyon said that Paine made a mistake a few years ago, and he showed a lot of courage and owned the mistake. Lyon also said that Paine has the full backing of the Australian change room.
Lyon further added that Tim Paine has been Australia's best wicketkeeper and he remains hopeful that the Tasmanian would be part of Australia playing XI for the first Ashes test at Brisbane, starting December 8.
Lyon explained that from a bowler's point of view, he wants the best gloveman&nbsp;behind the stumps and reckoned that Paine is best.&nbsp;

After humiliating New Zealand in the T20 series with a 3-0 clean sweep, the focus is now shifted to red-ball cricket. India will host Kiwis for the two-match Test series, starting November 25. The first test will be played at Kanpur while Mumbai Wankhede’s stadium to host the second.
With big names missing, it could be a big opportunity for players who have been warming the benches. Rohit Sharma is rested for the series and if the cricket pundits have to be believed Mayank Agarwal would get a chance to open with KL Rahul.
Meanwhile, Shubman Gill could be drafted in the middle-order, replacing Virat Kohli at the number 4 spot.
Also Read: Suryakumar Yadav called up for the Test series vs New Zealand?
Captain Rahane would retain his No 5 spot and would be followed by either KS Bharat or Wriddhiman Saha with Rishabh Pant, not in the mix. It would be interesting to see whether newly-appointed head coach Rahul Dravid would go with the experience of Saha or choose rookie Bharat behind the stumps.
With the home team preferring to play on turning tracks in the recent past, it won’t come as a surprise if India pick the spin trio of Ashwin, Axar and Jadeja.
The pace battery is likely to be led by Ishant Sharma with Mohammed Siraj as the second pacer.
India possible playing 11 for 1st Test
KL Rahul, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara, Shubman Gill, Ajinkya Rahane, KS Bharat, Ravindra Jadeja, R Ashwin, Axar Patel, Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Siraj.

With no KL Rahul, who will be in Team India's Playing XI for the 1st Test vs New Zealand

With KL Rahul reportedly ruled out of Kanpur Test due to injury, editorji puts out a possible Playing XI for Team India

After humiliating New Zealand in the T20 series with a 3-0 clean sweep, the focus is now shifted to red-ball cricket. India will host Kiwis for the two-match Test series, starting November 25.&nbsp;With big names missing, it could be a big opportunity for players who have been warming the benches. Rohit Sharma is rested for the series and Mayank Agarwal&nbsp;and Shubman&nbsp;Gill would open given KL Rahul&nbsp;is&nbsp;ruled out of 1st test due to injury.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, it would be a toss-up between Suryakumar&nbsp;Yadava&nbsp;and Shreyas&nbsp;Iyer&nbsp;for the number 4 spot.
Captain Rahane would retain his No 5 spot and would be followed by either KS Bharat or Wriddhiman Saha with Rishabh Pant rested for the series. It would be interesting to see whether the newly-appointed head coach Rahul Dravid would go with the experience of Saha or choose rookie Bharat behind the stumps.
With the home team preferring to play on turning tracks in the recent past, it won&rsquo;t come as a surprise if the management picks the spin trio of Ashwin, Axar and Jadeja.
The pace battery is likely to be led by Ishant Sharma with Mohammed Siraj as the second pacer.
Team India possible Playing XI for 1st Test
Shubman&nbsp;Gill, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara, Shreyas&nbsp;Iyer/Suryakumar&nbsp;Yadav, Ajinkya Rahane, KS Bharat, Ravindra Jadeja, R Ashwin, Axar Patel, Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Siraj.

With big names missing, it could be a big opportunity for players who have been warming the benches. In the absence of Rohit&nbsp;Sharma, Mayank Agarwal&nbsp;and Shubman&nbsp;Gill are likely to be two openers

After humiliating New Zealand in the T20 series with a 3-0 clean sweep, the focus is now shifted to red-ball cricket. India will host Kiwis for the two-match Test series, starting November 25.&nbsp;With big names missing, it could be a big opportunity for players who have been warming the benches. Rohit Sharma is rested for the series and Mayank Agarwal&nbsp;and Shubman&nbsp;Gill would open given KL Rahul&nbsp;is&nbsp;ruled out of 1st test due to injury.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, it would be a toss-up between Suryakumar&nbsp;Yadav&nbsp;and Shreyas&nbsp;Iyer&nbsp;for the number 4 spot.
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Captain Rahane would retain his No 5 spot and would be followed by either KS Bharat or Wriddhiman Saha with Rishabh Pant rested for the series. It would be interesting to see whether the newly-appointed head coach Rahul Dravid would go with the experience of Saha or choose rookie Bharat behind the stumps.
With the home team preferring to play on turning tracks in the recent past, it won&rsquo;t come as a surprise if the management picks the spin trio of Ashwin, Axar and Jadeja.
The pace battery is likely to be led by Ishant Sharma with Mohammed Siraj as the second pacer.
Team India possible Playing XI for 1st Test
Shubman&nbsp;Gill, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara, Shreyas&nbsp;Iyer/Suryakumar&nbsp;Yadav, Ajinkya Rahane, KS Bharat, Ravindra Jadeja, R Ashwin, Axar Patel, Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Siraj.

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