KL Rahul

Rahul Dravid to make debut as franchise owner in ETPL 2026

Former India captain Rahul Dravid will make his debut as a franchise owner when his Dublin Guardians take on Belfast Wolves in an ETPL 2026 match.

Rahul Dravid backs India to reach WTC final despite mid-table position

Dravid said India’s depth gives them a realistic chance despite the uphill battle.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi not selected for India U-19 squad for Australia series

Rahul Dravid says India have fallen behind in WTC race

KL Rahul praises Manav Suthar's pace and consistency after Galle win

KL Rahul highlighted Manav Suthar's pace and consistency as key factors in India's 165-run win over Sri Lanka in the first Test at Galle.

165 runs — India beat Sri Lanka in Galle Test

Manav Suthar claimed 10 wickets as India won the Galle Test by 165 runs.

Day 4 of Galle Test: India set 372-run target

India set Sri Lanka a 372-run target on day four in Galle with Rishabh Pant reaching 100 Test sixes.

'Important to grab the opportunity and help the team win' — Padikkal

Devdutt Padikkal scored his maiden Test century in Galle, stepping in for injured Sai Sudharsan and stressing the need to seize opportunities when they come.

Yashasvi Jaiswal edges Dickwella in same over after Galle Test banter

Yashasvi Jaiswal's banter with Niroshan Dickwella ended with the Sri Lankan edging out in the same over. Jaiswal's three-ball duck highlighted concerns about his Test batting.

Dhruv Jurel discusses pitch conditions ahead of Galle Test resumption

Dhruv Jurel addressed India's strategy and pitch conditions as the Galle Test prepares to resume on day four.

India reach 460 for nine on rain-affected day two in Galle

India reached 460 for nine on day two in Galle as Devdutt Padikkal converted his overnight century into 167.

KL Rahul retires hurt on 77 with cramps in Galle Test

KL Rahul retired hurt on 77 with cramps but is expected to bat on day two of the Galle Test.

India reach 288 for 2 on day one as Padikkal scores maiden Test century

Devdutt Padikkal remained unbeaten on 131 after reaching his hundred off 134 balls. KL Rahul retired hurt on 77 but is expected to be available on day two.

Morkel identifies KL Rahul as key resource for Sri Lanka Tests

Morkel expects Rahul to guide the batting unit with his prior experience on turning Sri Lankan pitches.

Galle pitch offers gradual turn as India weigh three-spinner option

The Galle pitch is expected to offer gradual turn rather than sharp spin from day one, prompting India to consider three spinners.

Why is KL Rahul central to India's plans in Sri Lanka?

Morne Morkel says India will rely on KL Rahul's experience from the 2017 Sri Lanka tour to navigate conditions in Galle.

Dhananjaya de Silva says Sri Lanka have upper hand against India in Galle

Dhananjaya de Silva believes Sri Lanka's experience on turning pitches at Galle gives them an advantage over India.

Chaminda Vaas says Shubman Gill will be key for India in Galle

Chaminda Vaas has backed Shubman Gill to be India's most important batter in the first Test at Galle.

KL Rahul wants to convert Test centuries into bigger scores

KL Rahul aims to extend his Test centuries beyond 100 as his conversion rate trails other top openers.

Amit Mishra defends Gautam Gambhir's position as India Test coach

Amit Mishra says Gautam Gambhir deserves more time as India Test coach amid recent struggles.

Shubman Gill returns to bat in Sri Lanka warm-up match

Shubman Gill returned to batting action in India's warm-up match against Sri Lanka XI after missing the first two days with a finger injury.

Farveez Maharoof backs Gurnoor Brar as India's X-factor in Sri Lanka

Farveez Maharoof believes Gurnoor Brar could be India's X-factor pacer in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah for the Sri Lanka Test series.

BCCI source warns of life without Bumrah in longer formats after 2027

Bumrah’s uncertain return timeline has prompted the BCCI to plan for his long-term absence in Tests.

Washington Sundar's Sri Lanka Test availability in doubt

Sundar's fitness concerns add to India's growing injury list ahead of the Sri Lanka series.