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Cornering Anil Kumble was a disgraceful act, a blunder by Virat Kohli

Cornering Anil Kumble was a disgraceful act, a blunder by Virat Kohli

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Virat Kohli usually knows exactly where his off stump is. One of the best batsmen in the world at the moment, Kohli prides himself on his exceptional judgment. Apparently, there is an exception to this rule. When Kohli toured England last for a Test series, he endured a rare failure. At first he left the ball poorly, and having stumps and confidence rattled, he then nibbled at everything outside off to be repeatedly caught behind. On his successful trip to England for the Champions Trophy 2017, Kohli's judgment at the crease was spot on; his decisions as skipper were astute; off the field, however, he made the kind of blunder that can only lead to a lifetime of regret. Kohli pole-axed Anil Kumble as coach. To not want to work with someone is reasonable, but the honourable thing to...
Maahi Indians will miss you always …

Maahi Indians will miss you always …

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Mahendra Singh Dhoni has stepped down as skipper of India’s limited overs sides, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced on Wednesday. Dhoni, however, will be available for selection for the three-match One-Day International (ODI) and T20 International series against England, starting January 15. “Mahendra Singh Dhoni has informed the BCCI, that he wishes to step down as the captain of the Indian Cricket Team from the One Day Internationals and the T20 Internationals formats of the game,” a statement from the board read. “He will be available for the selection for the One Day and T20I series against England and the same has been conveyed to the Senior Selection Committee.” Commenting on the development, BCCI Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Rahul Johri said:...