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Former England cricketer questions over Rohit Sharma’s form in Test cricket ahead of 2nd Test against England

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India lost the first Test against England by 28 runs as they fell short of chasing a target of 231 runs. Rohit Sharma has been questioned over his red-ball captaincy, the Men in Blue skipper has not been in fine form with the bat as well and his captaincy in the longest format has also been questioned several times. Though he has been one of the finest captains for India in the white-ball format.

Former England cricketer Geoffrey Boycott has raised questions over the 36-year-old batter. He believes that Rohit has passed his prime in the longest format of the game way earlier. Boycott shared his views over his batting performance, as he pointed out that the veteran opener has only scored two centuries at home for the country. The Englishman believes Stokes’ team can win a historic series against the hosts in their own backyard. Boycott also made a daring statement against India’s all-format skipper.

India are currently missing Virat Kohli who has returned, home for some personal issues. They will also be missing KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja due to injuries these two were the star performers in the 1st Test for the side.

Their captain Rohit Sharma is nearly 37 and past his best: Geoffroy Boycott

Boycott wrote in his column for the Telegraph, “Their captain Rohit Sharma is nearly 37 and past his best. He makes pretty cameos but has only scored two Test hundreds at home in four years. They are also weak in the field. This India team is ripe for the taking, and England have a golden chance to be the first side to topple them on their own patch for 12 years. India badly miss Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja has a hamstring injury and will not play the second Test.”

“India are due a defeat at home. The signs are good, as they have lost Kohli, Jadeja, Mohammed Shami and Rishabh Pant and are playing opponents full of confidence after a remarkable win. England must take this rare opportunity.”

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Kathmandu Gurkhas Set Modest Target for Janakpur Bolts in NPL

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Kathmandu Gurkhas, after opting to bat first, set Janakpur Bolts a modest target of 102 runs in their ongoing Nepal Premier League (NPL) match. Kathmandu’s innings ended at 101/10 in 19.3 overs. They struggled throughout, with only Gerhard Erasmus (20) and Stephen Eskinazi (17) offering resistance. The rest of the batting line-up faltered, with notable contributions from Karan KC (19) and Shahab Alam (8*).

Janakpur’s bowlers dominated, with Lalit Rajbanshi and Sher Malla both taking three wickets each, while Mohammad Mohsin added two. The Bolts are now tasked with chasing a relatively low total to secure the win.

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Pokhara Avengers Secure Thrilling Super Over Win Against Biratnagar Kings

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The Pokhara Avengers emerged victorious in a nail-biting super over against Biratnagar Kings in the Nepal Premier League. Biratnagar posted 140 runs, which Pokhara matched, taking the game into the super over.

In the super over, Pokhara posted 19 runs, thanks to a strong contribution from Raymon Reifer. Biratnagar struggled to chase down the target, managing only five runs, securing a crucial win for Pokhara. This result keeps Pokhara’s playoff hopes alive, while Biratnagar became the second team to be eliminated from the tournament.

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Mohammad Rizwan Faces Backlash for Underwhelming Knock in Pakistan’s Loss to South Africa

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Mohammad Rizwan has come under heavy fire for his performance during Pakistan’s loss to South Africa in a high-stakes match. Critics described his innings as lackluster, accusing him of playing a “shameless” and “criminal” knock that failed to meet the demands of the situation. His inability to accelerate scoring when required drew ire from fans and analysts alike, with many questioning his intent and decision-making under pressure.

While Rizwan’s cautious approach ensured some stability, it proved inadequate against South Africa’s aggressive game plan. His inability to shift gears in critical moments ultimately hurt Pakistan’s chances, and his performance sparked a broader debate about his role and strategy in the team’s batting order. Some commentators were particularly scathing, questioning how Rizwan could reflect on his effort given the circumstances.

The incident has added to the scrutiny of Pakistan’s overall performance in the tournament, with many demanding better strategies and execution from key players. Rizwan, regarded as a pivotal figure in the lineup, now faces the challenge of responding to the criticism and delivering under pressure in future matches.

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