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Legendary India all-rounder furious with Pant, suggests a ‘break’ for him

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Legendary India all-rounder furious with Pant, suggests a ‘break’ for him

Former Indian all-rounder Madan Lal was furious with Rishabh Pant’s batting performance in Johannesburg’s second innings against South Africa and believes the youngster should be given a rest in Cape Town’s third inning.

Pant aggressive approach has won India’s many matches, which includes twin victories in Australia last January – in Sydney and in Brisbane with his fourth-innings heroics. But the same approach saw him getting dismissed for a duck in the second innings when he looked to go over the top.

The dismissal has drawn a lot of criticism with the legendary Sunil Gavaskar slamming him for his needless shot. Madan too joined the debate opining that although he is a “match-winning player”, Pant needs to understand that he is batting for the team and not for himself. He even suggested that the team management should rather give him a break and bring in Wriddhiman Saha for the Cape Town Test.

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“He deserves a break. You have guys like Wriddhiman Saha. He’s a sensible batsman. He’s a really good goalkeeper. But Pant has to decide how he wants to bat in Test cricket. If he has any doubts in his mind, it’s better to let him rest. He’s a player who can win games, but you can’t hit the ball like that. You have to fight for the team and not for yourself,” he said on Aaj Tak.

Answering an ANI query on Thursday, after India’s seven-wicket defeat in Johannesburg, head coach Rahul Dravid admitted that there is a need for a conversation with Pant regarding the shot selection.

“In a sense, we know Rishabh is a positive player and he plays in a special way that makes him successful. But, of course, sometimes, we have a level of dialogue with him. , it’s just about timing that shot, you know. No one’s going to tell Rishabh not to be an aggressive or aggressive player. Sometimes it’s about timing to do it,” Dravid said.

“When you first come in, it will be wiser to give yourself more time. We know what we have achieved with Rishabh. He is a very active player. He is a person who can change the course of the game for us. So we Won’t take this away from him and ask him to be different. It’s about determining when is the right time to attack. He is learning, he plays in a certain way, but he will continue to learn,” he added.

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KKR issue clarification on viral Kuldeep Yadav slapping Rinku Singh moment with fresh video

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KKR issue clarification on viral Kuldeep Yadav slapping Rinku Singh moment with fresh video

A shocking clip went viral on social media after Delhi Capitals lost their second consecutive game at home against Kolkata Knight Riders. DC spinner Kuldeep Yadav was caught on live TV slapping KKR batter Rinku Singh twice after the game. The clip shows Kuldeep, Rinku, and a few other players sharing a laugh after the game. Kuldeep then slapped Rinku, likely playful.

Manner, but it did not sit well with the latter. Rinku was left embarrassed and shocked at the sight. Kuldeep then slapped him again, this time, leaving him enraged as he had a word with his India teammate. The context behind Kuldeep’s act remains unknown, and fans on social media have called it his “worst behavior” and called for BCCI to “ban” him. The incident.

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Sparked controversy and speculation on social media Kolkata, April 30, 2025 — Following a day of intense backlash and speculation surrounding a viral video where Kuldeep Yadav appeared to slap Rinku Singh twice during a live broadcast, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) issued an influence millions,” said cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle. “There’s a thin line between. official clarification late Tuesday evening, releasing a new behind-the-scenes video to address.

The incident, which took place during a post-match interview after the IPL 2025 game between Delhi Capitals and KKR, sparked social media fury, with many fans demanding disciplinary action against Kuldeep. The visuals showed the left-arm spinner walking up to Rinku Singh and slapping him twice in quick succession the second slap drawing a visibly.

The controversy and calm public outrage.stunned and displeased reaction from the KKR star. The clip went viral, drawing criticism and questions about player conduct on national This may have been a joke, but there needs to be an understanding of optics. Live sports television However, in their official statement, KKR clarified that the moment was taken “out of context” and that both players are long-time friends engaging in “harmless banter.”

KKR’s Statement and Video Release

In a post shared on social media platforms, KKR wrote There’s more to the story than meets the eye. Friends on and off the field — Kuldeep and Rinku share a close bond, and what appeared to be aggressive was nothing more than playful teasing. Here’s the full clip for context The franchise attached a longer, unedited video showing the two players laughing.

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The video appears to support KKR’s claim that the incident was light-hearted and not malicious, although some fans continue to debate whether the act was appropriate for a live telecast and joking both before and after the slapping moment. In the extended footage, Rinku is seen smiling and lightly pushing Kuldeep back after the second slap, with both players sharing a brief hug and continuing their chat casually with the media team.

Rinku and Kuldeep Speak Out

Adding to the clarification, Rinku Singh posted on Instagram banter and discomfort Former cricketer Aakash Chopra echoed a similar the takeaway should be more about self-awareness on public platforms Bhai hai mera, sab mazaak tha doston! Don’t believe everything you see in a 5-second clip. Chill karo Kuldeep is like a brother, it was all a joke, friends! Don’t believe.

Mixed Reactions from Fans and Experts

While many fans expressed relief at the clarification, others continued to stress the also responded via X (formerly Twitter) everything you see in a short clip “When your brother plays for the other team, you tease him a little! Love you, Rinku! Good game, bro to
importance of maintaining professionalism on live broadcasts, even among close friend.

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