Former India head coach Ravi Shastri believes Virat Kohli’s retirement from Test cricket could have been handled better, expressing sadness at the sudden nature of the decision just before India’s Test series in England. Shastri praised Kohli’s contributions to Test cricket, highlighting his attitude, energy, and commitment, especially in overseas conditions, and reminiscing about the Lord’s 2021 Test win under his leadership. Despite Kohli’s impressive career as India’s most successful Test captain, retirement came amidst a dip in form since 2020, with an average of 30.73 in 39 Tests.
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In the eighth match of the Asia-Pacific Champions Trophy T20I 2025, Singapore will face Samoa at the Singapore National Cricket Ground on 22nd July at 11:30 AM IST. Singapore holds a third-place position with one win, while Samoa sits at the bottom with three losses, both teams aiming for a crucial victory to improve their rankings. Key players to watch include Venkatram Harsh, Sathish Kannusami, Caleb Kiran Jasmat, and Saumani Tiai in this anticipated match. Full Article
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