Saturday, May 09
Rohit and Kohli, who have already stepped away from Tests and T20Is, are still active in the ODI format. Both are currently involved in the three-match series against South Africa. In the opening ODI at Ranchi, Rohit scored a half-century while Kohli hit his 52nd ODI century, helping India secure a 17-run win and take a 1-0 lead.
Ruturaj Gaikwad achieved his maiden ODI century with a brilliant 105 off 83 balls, anchoring India's innings after a shaky start. His composed knock, featuring 12 fours and two sixes, alongside a 195-run partnership with Virat Kohli, propelled India to a commanding position. Gaikwad's performance solidifies his potential as a future ODI star.
Virat Kohli is now just 32 rating points behind Rohit Sharma in the ODI batting rankings after his 83rd international century. Kohli's stellar performance propelled him to fourth place. Meanwhile, Saim Ayub has reclaimed the top spot in T20I all-rounder rankings following Pakistan's tri-series triumph. South African players also saw significant gains in Test rankings.
Virat Kohli's stellar form continues, marked by a century and a half-century in the ongoing ODI series against South Africa. The milestone came in classic Kohli fashion — a calm drive to sweeper cover for a single off Lungi Ngidi — bringing up his fifty as chants of "Kohli! Kohli!" echoed around the stadium. The former India captain raised his bat and acknowledged the roaring crowd.
Jonathan Trott backs England to fight back in the Ashes, defends Bazball, and weighs in on the pink-ball debate. The former England batter also stresses the need for separate windows for franchise and international cricket, while praising ILT20’s rapid growth and the learning opportunities it offers UAE players.
