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Ricky Ponting picks Virat Kohli’s successor as Test captain

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Ricky Ponting picks Virat Kohli’s successor as Test captain

It has been more than two weeks since Virat Kohli resigned as Test captain. During this period, several names have emerged as potential candidates to replace the 33-year-old in the traditional format. While many of the game’s veterans have voiced their opinions explaining their right person to take over the role, former Australia captain and game legend, Ricky Ponting has also joined the ranks in supporting Rohit Sharma.

Rohit was earlier named India’s new white captain after Kohli’s removal from the ODI captaincy in November last year, and was also named as the new vice-captain of the Test team to replace Ajinkya Rahane. As such, he has become the front-runner to replace Kohli and become the full-form captain of India.

In a conversation with ex-cricketer Issa Guha in the first episode of ICC Review, Pontin explained that Rohit’s success with Indian Premier League (IPL) side Mumbai Indians is the reason he should The main reason for being named as Kohli’s successor.

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“I think from that moment on, what he did with the Mumbai Indians proved that. He has been a very successful leader there and has been the same in the few times he has led India.

“If I go back to what I said at the beginning when you’re in the captaincy role to be at the top of your game, after what he’s done with his Test cricket over the last 2-3 years, it’s hard Argued. He was as good as anyone in the world during that time, and we know how good he is as a white ball player.

“They (BCCI) will also decide what to do with their roles, whether it’s splitting them up or wanting to keep the same captain in all formats,” he said.

Rohit has won five IPL titles with the Mumbai Indians, making them the most successful team in tournament history. Rohit has also led the Indian white team on several occasions but has yet to lead in red-ball cricket.

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Besides Rohit, Ponting has other captain options under consideration. While he was full of praise for Rahane’s leadership, he had no problem with KL Rahul’s potential to be the next Test captain.

“Honestly, I’ve worked with Ajinkya – he’s just a great guy, a very, very good player. He wasn’t the best batsman in the Test, but we saw him in leadership The side’s performance came in last summer’s series against Australia.

“I don’t know KL Rahul very well – his name got fired a bit. All the reports I’ve heard about him are he’s an amazing guy and he’s playing well and starting to have a really good Test record. , especially overseas it’s impressive,” he explained.

There are two other names on tour – the young Rishabh Pant, who has worked with Ponting in the Delhi capital, and Jasprit Bumrah.

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At a birthday party, Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani draw attention with stunning outfits.

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At a birthday party, Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani draw attention with stunning outfits.

Last night in Mumbai, all the prominent figures from Bollywood attended producer Ashvini Yardi’s birthday celebration. The celebration was attended by a number of celebrities, including Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar, Sonakshi Sinha, Kartik Aaryan, Ekta Kapoor.

Riteish Deshmukh, and Genelia D’Souza, in addition to the rumoured coupling of Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani. Sidharth and Kiara smiled for photographers outside the venue while wearing fashionable outfits.

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Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani turned heads at a star-studded birthday party with their impeccable fashion choices and undeniable chemistry. The Bollywood power couple, known for their on-screen and off-screen charisma, made a stylish appearance that left fans and photographers.

The two actors frequently spend out together, and this party was one of those times even if they haven’t totally embraced their connection. Scroll down to see their outfits for the affair. Meanwhile, Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani have confessed their relationship while appearing in several episodes of Koffee With Karan season.

Celebrities flocked to Mumbai on Monday to celebrate Ashvini Yardi’s birthday with a star-studded party. In the same car, Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani also made their way to the celebration and posed for photos with photographers outside the venue. Sidharth complemented Kiara’s star-studded.

event attire of a halter crop top and shimmering skirt by wearing jogging trousers and a casual denim tee. Particularly chic was Kiara’s attire for the event, which we adored. On social media, numerous paparazzi accounts posted videos of the two celebrities. Speaking of Kiara’s glitzy attire, the Shershah actor wore a fashionable crop top with a butterfly design. The white blouse has a figure-hugging fit, an asymmetrical hem, a bare-back design with ties on the back, and a halter-style plunging V neckline.

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Kiara paired it with a golden-colored shimmering skirt with a flowy style, wide high-rise waistline, and pleated accents at the ankle-length hem. She accessorised the look with bold rings, yellow box-shaped hoops, and black strappy high heels. Open hair with a centre part, a neutral lip colour, and dewy makeup completed the look.

Sidharth, on the other hand, posed with Kiara while wearing an acid-washed denim collared shirt with full-length sleeves that were folded in and front patch pockets. His outfit for the occasion included a chic watch, grey baggy pants, high-top white lace-up sneakers, a centre-parted hairstyle, and a clean-shaven face.

Meanwhile, Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani have sort of confessed their relationship while appearing in several episodes of Koffee With Karan season 7. In the 2021 movie Shershaah, the two celebrities were spotted together.

Riteish Deshmukh, and Genelia D’Souza, in addition to the rumoured coupling of Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani. Sidharth and Kiara Sidharth, on the other hand, posed with Kiara while wearing an acid-washed denim collared shirt with full-length sleeves that were folded in and front patch pockets.

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His outfit for the occasion included a chic watch, grey baggy pants, high-top white lace-up sneakers, a centre-parted hairstyle, and a clean-shaven face. smiled for photographers outside the venue while wearing fashionable outfits. The two actors frequently spend out together, and this party was one of those times even if they haven’t totally embraced their connection. Scroll down to see their outfits for the affair.

Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani turned heads at a star-studded birthday party with their impeccable fashion choices and undeniable chemistry. The Bollywood power couple, known for their on-screen and off-screen charisma, made a stylish appearance that left fans and photographers in.

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