Ahead of the crucial Centurion Test, Virat Kohli, the esteemed former captain of the Indian cricket team, had a brief sojourn in London. However, he swiftly rejoined his teammates at SuperSport Park, gearing up for the anticipated Boxing Day Test. A heartwarming moment unfolded as India’s head coach, Rahul Dravid, warmly embraced Kohli during a practice session, a touching reunion that resonated deeply with fans. This heartfelt interaction was captured on camera, quickly gaining traction and admiration across various social media platforms.
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Rahul Dravid hugged Virat Kohli in the practice session.
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As the countdown to the inaugural Test between India and South Africa intensifies, a Boxing Day spectacle is on the horizon. Notably, India’s seasoned spin maestro is on the cusp of a significant milestone, requiring just 11 wickets to join the revered ‘500 Club’—an illustrious group of elite bowlers. This imminent achievement adds an extra layer of excitement to the forthcoming series.
Ashwin’s illustrious Test career spans 94 matches, wherein he has scalped an impressive 489 wickets, maintaining a commendable average of 23.65. His stellar bowling performances include remarkable figures of 7/59, complemented by 34 five-wicket hauls and eight ten-wicket hauls. A testament to his prowess, Ashwin stands poised to potentially become the second-fastest cricketer to achieve the coveted 500 Test wickets milestone, following in the footsteps of the legendary Sri Lankan spinner, Muttiah Muralitharan.
Furthermore, Ashwin’s track record against South Africa underscores his dominance, having secured 56 wickets in 13 Tests at an impressive average of 21.94. However, his performance in South African conditions presents a contrasting narrative, with the spinner securing 10 wickets in six matches at a marginally higher average of 50.50. Nevertheless, as the Centurion Test unfolds, all eyes will be on Ashwin, as he endeavors to etch his name in cricketing history alongside the iconic Anil Kumble and a select group of bowling maestros.
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