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'We couldn't step out together', says Yuzvendra Chahal on RJ Mahvash being labelled a homewrecker, opens up on dating rumours
During a recent podcast interview with Raj Shamani, Chahal was asked about his supposed romantic involvement with Mahvash. Dispelling the rumor, he said, "No, there's nothing. People can think whatever they want to think."
Watch| Riling up Joe Root was part of India’s plans, says Prasidh Krishna
The angry exchange between the two, necessitating an umpire's intervention, came after Root hit a boundary during the 21st over. The normally calm England batter responded with visible annoyance to what Prasidh had said, putting flavor into an already intense duel.
5th Test: India Stay in Control as Jaiswal Scores, Siraj and Prasidh Rattle England
Yashasvi Jaiswal held together India's second innings with a smooth unbeaten 51, guiding the team to 75/2 in 18 overs before fading light compelled play to be brought to a close 15 minutes earlier than time.
5th Test: Jasprit Bumrah Released from India Squad Before Start of Day Two
Bumrah, who was not part of the playing XI for the Test, was missing from the team bus coming to the stadium for Day 2.
Managing Bumrah’s Return: We Want Him Back, But His Body Comes First – India Assistant Coach
Bumrah had already completed his pre-decided three-Test workload in the five-Test series, having played his last game in Manchester. Keeping that in mind, the team decided not to take a chance with him for the last Test at London's The Oval.
Karun Nair’s Gritty 52* Guides India to 204/6 at Stumps on Day 1 at The Oval
Even though two long rain interruptions halted the day's proceedings, Nair's tireless fifty—his first in Test cricket since close to nine years—provided stability. With seven classy boundaries, his innings, combined with a gritty unbroken 51-run stand with Washington Sundar, ensured India finished the day on fairly positive terms.
Rain Interrupts Play as India Reach 72/2, Early Lunch Taken on Day 1 at The Oval
B Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill, who were 25 and 15 not out, respectively, were at the crease.
England Opts to Bowl First as India Brings In Jurel, Karun, Prasidh, and Akash
As ominous clouds gathered above, the toss was conducted as scheduled, but soon a light rain ensued that prompted the ground staff to roll the covers back on. With England taking a 2-1 lead in the five-match series, they are looking for their first series victory over India since their 2018 4-1 victory.
5th Test: Shubman Gill Unsure About Bumrah’s Participation at The Oval Finale
"We will decide tomorrow," Gill said at the pre-match press conference. "Wicket looks very green. So let's see.
ECB Confirms Ben Stokes Ruled Out of India Series-Decider; New Captain Announced
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) also ratified Stokes' unavailability in an official communiqué, stating, "Captain Ben Stokes is unavailable due to a right shoulder injury."
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