Former wicketkeeper Parthiv Patel urged India to include the in-form Ishan Kishan ahead of Sanju Samson
'India will have to use him carefully. If they want him to bowl three overs early, then Arshdeep Singh has to partner Bumrah in the death overs.'
'The runs from his bat at the top of the order will be crucial for India's success in this five-match series against South Africa.'
The 25-year-old Gill is a front-runner favourite to replace Rohit Sharma as next Test captain ahead of England tour, starting June 20.
Dhoni and Sangakkara, two contemporaries who relentlessly stayed in contention for the number one spot during their era, went head-to-head in the 2011 World Cup final at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
'In Shubman's leadership, there is either "Yes" or "No". There is no place for "May Be". As a leader and captain, you need to have that assertiveness about decisions you take, and he definitely has that.'
Parthiv Patel joins Gujarat Titans' support staff as batting and assistant coach
'The 50-over World Cup is still two and a half years away. It is very important to stay in the present.'
The final Test begins on Friday in New Delhi, and the Shubman Gill-led side is expected to maintain their winning combination as they look to wrap up the home series.
Under Rawat's captaincy, East Delhi Riders, with five victories out of their seven fixtures, are currently placed second in the DPL points table. Rawat with the bat has been in fine touch.
While India left out Kuldeep Yadav for the second match in a row, Australia's leg-spinner Adam Zampa took a four-wicket haul and was named the man of the match.
When you bat at No. 3 for India, history demands runs and resilience. From Rahul Dravid to Cheteshwar Pujara, the role has symbolised grit.
Former India left-arm fast bowler Rudra Pratap Singh and left-arm spinner Pragyan Ojha are set to become national selectors with the exit of S Sharath and Subroto Banerjee.
Former wicketkeeper Parthiv Patel on Wednesday said India head coach Gautam Gambhir "had all the right of just losing it" following a fiery confrontation with Lee Fortis, Surrey's head of ground staff at The Oval.
India's hopes of drawing the series at The Oval may hinge on one question: will Jasprit Bumrah play?
Former Indian wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel on Friday hailed Shubman Gill for the determination and strength of character he showcased during the drawn series.
So far in the four matches of the ongoing five-match series against the Three Lions, India Test captain Shubman Gill has managed to score 722 runs in the eight innings at an average of 90.25.
Shubman Gill had fired a verbal salvo at Zak Crawley during the Lord's Test after he and his opening partner Ben Duckett arrived 90 seconds late to the crease.
The former India wicketkeeper believes the game still had some cricket left in it and that India had earned the right to continue batting.
Former England cricketer Nasser Hussain also praised Rahul's methodical approach to batting.
The Gujarat Titans management was transparent in its communication with all its overseas recruits with regards to security situation in India following military conflict with Pakistan, said assistant coach Parthiv Patel.
The 24-year-old Jurel stepped in as keeper twice during the series - once after Pant took a blow to his finger in the third Test at Lord's, and again in the Manchester Test when Pant sustained a foot injury that ruled him out.
Parthiv reckoned that Sarfaraz Khan will get the nod ahead of Devdutt Padikkal for the vacant Shreyas Iyer's position.
Earlier in the day, B Sai Sudharsan has etched his name in Indian cricket history by making his Test debut on June 20.
Former India stumper Parthiv Patel on Thursday said Hardik Pandya will be under tremendous pressure while leading Mumbai Indians in the upcoming IPL but termed his appointment as captain "a well thought-out decision" by the franchise.
Gujarat Titans assistant coach Parthiv Patel isn't the least bit surprised to see Sai Sudharsan enjoying a prolific run in IPL 2025.
Carrying momentum is important, says Gill after GT qualify for IPL playoffs
Several top Indian athletes and former cricketers have rallied behind the Indian Armed Forces, expressing solidarity, pride, and gratitude for their bravery during Operation Sindoor.
India's sporting fraternity, including Olympic medalists Neeraj Chopra and PV Sindhu, expressed grief and condemnation over the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir.
'One of the best aspects of the IPL is that every day, a new player emerges as a star.'
Sudharsan made 11 off 11 balls before cutting loose in the six powerplay overs, at the end of which he was on 39 off 22.
The former Australia wicketkeeper with GT for two seasons as a player -- in 2022 and 2024 -- but not part of the IPL mega auction following his retirement from international cricket.
Former India wicketkeeper Parthiv Patel's father Ajaybhai died on Sunday.
Mumbai Indians need to win both their remaining matches to qualify for the IPL play-offs.
'I do not believe this has happened due to extreme aggression.'
Rohit called time on his red-ball career with immediate effect, bringing the curtains to a remarkable journey.
Gujarat Titans batting coach Parthiv Patel said it is very difficult to fill David Miller's shoes but his side has players who can do the job.
Gujarat Titans' assistant coach Parthiv Patel on Friday said 'fearlessness' among batters was the reason for the huge powerplay scores in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL).
Gujarat Titans assistant coach Parthiv Patel praised the team's bowling unit for their spectacular performance against Rajasthan Royals, highlighting their execution of plans in a commanding 58-run win. Sai Sudharsan's classy half-century and a collective bowling effort saw GT bowl out RR for 159 in 19.1 overs.
Former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel feels there is "no harm" in trying Yash Dayal in place of either Jasprit Bumrah or Mohammed Siraj for the second Test against Bangladesh in Kanpur, beginning on Friday.
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