KL Rahul, the poster boy of Indian cricket is under immense scrutiny from the cricket experts in India. And these are not just experts who have never touched a bat and a ball. But former players and analysts of the game. Venkatesh Prasad, Ajay Jadeja, and Robin Uthappa have been vocal about their concern for KL Rahul?s form and intent off-late. Here is an in-depth look at the same:&nbsp;



<h2>KL Rahul Criticized Heavily for his Poor Performance:&nbsp;</h2>



These are a few lines that the pundits had to say about Rahul. Robin Uthappa in an interview with ESPNCricinfo said, ?Both Virat Kohli and KL Rahul played at a slower rate than they probably would have liked to bat at. He can do much better and this is an area of concern. Ajay Jadeja on the other hand in an interview with Cricbuzz said that ?KL Rahul doesn?t look very confident. He will require more time to get in.? &nbsp;



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Venkatesh Prasad was the one who offered a few words of heavy criticism via Twitter. He said, ?Is there something in the pitch that is not visible? Simply can't fathom this approach, especially from KL Rahul.? These comments from such well-established players do seem to concern the Indian cricket fans and the fans of KL Rahul. &nbsp;



<h2>Who can replace KL Rahul on Indian Team:&nbsp;</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2022/09/Ishan-Kishan-min.jpg" alt="KL Rahul Replacement" class="wp-image-93736"/><figcaption>One of the top-rated batters by the ICC, Kishan is not even in the squad! IMG SRC: TOI</figcaption></figure>



The Indian Team has had many openers in the recent past. We have seen Deepak Hooda open the innings in Ireland. We have seen Sanju Samson do the same. Ishan Kishan happens to be one of the most highly rated batters by the ICC and is a top-class batter. Shikhar Dhawan is a player who missed the bus to the Asia Cup 2022 team but is another world-class opener. There is a line of openers behind KL Rahul and hence the pressure seems to be building on him. He needs a big performance to shut the critics. List of replacements for Rahul:&nbsp;



<ol><li>Deepak Hooda&nbsp;</li></ol>



<ol start="2"><li>Ishan Kishan&nbsp;</li></ol>



<ol start="3"><li>Sanju Samson&nbsp;</li></ol>



<ol start="4"><li>Shikhar Dhawan&nbsp;</li></ol>



<ol start="5"><li>Shubman Gill&nbsp;</li></ol>



<h2>Sunil Gavaskar Backs Rahul:&nbsp;</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2022/09/KL-Rahul-min.jpg" alt="KL Rahul" class="wp-image-93739" width="800"/><figcaption>IMG SRC: NDTV Sports</figcaption></figure>



With all the other cricket pundits criticizing Rahul, it is Sunil Gavaskar who chose to speak for him. Gavaskar simply said, ?When other players like Avesh Khan are getting a long rope (basically a greater number of chances) why can?t the same be applicable for KL Rahul who is a proven match winner.? &nbsp;



<h2>Will KL Rahul be Dropped?&nbsp;</h2>



No, Rahul Dravid, the head coach of the Indian team believes in giving a player a decent number of chances. He also has a soft corner for KL Rahul. So, it is very less likely that KL Rahul will be dropped after just 2 decent performances. &nbsp;



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KL Rahul Criticized Heavily for His Performance in Asia Cup 2022. Experts Doubt his Place in the Playing 11.?

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KL Rahul Profile: Out of the few orthodox cricketers in the modern transition of the gentleman's game, only a few have been as promising as the Indian Test vice-captain KL Rahul. Rahul claimed himself as one of the finest all-round cricketers throughout his career but had failed to convince with his national side's performance in the last few years.&nbsp;



Due to his batting style, which is loaded with simplicity and sublime elegance, he is often referred to as one of the finest batsmen in the present world. He has another prolific ability to hit shorts with his wrist work and timing. With all these attributes, he can be named one of the most commendable players in the world presently.&nbsp;



<h2>KL Rahul: Bio</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Date of birth</td><td>18th April 1992</td></tr><tr><td>Age</td><td>30</td></tr><tr><td>Place of Birth</td><td>Kannur, Karnataka, India</td></tr><tr><td>Current Team(IPL)</td><td>Lucknow Super Giants</td></tr><tr><td>Jersey Number</td><td>1(formerly 2,11)</td></tr><tr><td>Preferred Hand</td><td>Right Handed Batsman</td></tr><tr><td>Role</td><td>Opener/ Middle Order</td></tr><tr><td>Height</td><td>1.84m(6'0 foot)</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2>KL Rahul: Net Worth</h2>



Being one of the most bankable sportsmen in India and also one of the most popular cricketers in the entire world, Rahul has an exciting net worth of around 10 million USD, which is around 75 crores in Indian rupees.&nbsp;



<h2>KL Rahul: Stats&nbsp;</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td></td><td>Test&nbsp;</td><td>ODI</td><td>T20I</td><td>IPL&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Matches</td><td>47</td><td>51</td><td>72</td><td>109</td></tr><tr><td>Runs</td><td>2642</td><td>1870</td><td>2265</td><td>3889</td></tr><tr><td>Average</td><td>33.44</td><td>44.52</td><td>37.75</td><td>48.01</td></tr><tr><td>Strike Rate</td><td>51.64</td><td>87.34</td><td>139.13</td><td>136.22</td></tr><tr><td>50s/100s</td><td>13/7</td><td>12/5</td><td>22/2</td><td>31/4</td></tr><tr><td>Highest Score</td><td>199</td><td>112</td><td>110</td><td>132</td></tr><tr><td>Catches</td><td>54</td><td>29</td><td>23</td><td>59</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2>KL Rahul: Income &amp; Salary</h2>



KL Rahul is included in the A-rated list of players by the BCCI, and from this, he earns around 41.5 lakhs per month and 5 crores a year.&nbsp;



He is also paid a monthly salary of Rs. 20,00,000 by the Lucknow SuperGiants for his participation in the IPL.&nbsp;



His total income would range from 32 crores annually from both national and international match fees and endorsements.&nbsp;



<h2>KL Rahul: Brand Deals</h2>



Lokesh Rahul deals with several brands, including:



<ul>
<li>Cult.fit - Fitness groups that intend to provide overall development, concerning not only body fitness but also mental fitness. Their prime idea was to create a fun base for workouts.&nbsp;</li>



<li>Zenovit - Zenovit is a dietary supplement brand, that usually contains multivitamins and antioxidants that provides stamina and energy by enhancing blood cell production.&nbsp;</li>



<li>Puma - a Worldwide popular sportswear brand that produces a variety of products, from shoes to several other accessories.</li>



<li>Numi Paris - He also endorses this brand along with his wife Athiya Shetty</li>



<li>boAt - Electronic wearable brand that mainly deals in sound accessories, like earbuds, headphones and speakers.</li>



<li>RBI - Though many cricketers have endorsed RBI and promoted financial literacy, still they do not receive any remuneration for these ads, but Rahul went on to be a part of these ads as he is an employee of RBI in the post of Assistant Manager.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>



Rahul also owns his brand under the name Gully." Unlike the other brands on this list, Gully has been established personally by KL Rahul in association with Zeko Online Pvt. Ltd.&nbsp;



It is a cult streetwear fashion company that aims to build a brand by selling on its website and also on large third-party sites like Amazon, Myntra, and Flipkart. Gully makes joggers, T-shirts, shorts, and jeans as of now. KL Rahul himself endorses Gully?s products.



<h2>KL Rahul: Lifestyle</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2023/03/KL-Rahul-Athiya-Shetty.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-105282" width="1039" height="601"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Source: Mint</figcaption></figure>



Rahul is immensely spoken of in the media columns for his trademark batting skills and his speculated social life, often with his wife Athiya. His immense fanbase is due to his on-field play and off-field interactions with fans; this also adds to his importance in social media.&nbsp;



Rahul has approximately 13.8 million Instagram followers and earns approximately Rs. 8 lakhs from each sponsored post on the platform.&nbsp;



Rahul has a decorated deck of luxury cars, including the following:



<ul>
<li>Mercedes-Benz C43 - It is a 5-seater luxury car from Mercedes that costs around 82 Lakhs in India. It is a luxurious sedan. It is known for its elegance and luxury and not for its speed.&nbsp;</li>



<li>BMW 5-Series - A BMW 5-Series car with a customized name plate with his initials on it - ?KLR?. It costs around 70 Lakh rupees and is said to be one of his favorite possessions.&nbsp;</li>



<li>Range Rover Velar - Range Rover Velar is a high-end SUV. It costs about 1 Crore Rupees.&nbsp;</li>



<li>Aston Martin DB11 - &nbsp;It produces about 447 kW of Horsepower with its amazing speed variant and It costs about Rupees 3.29 Crores in India.</li>



<li>Lamborghini Huracan Spyder - Lamborghini Hurracan Spyder is one of the fastest and costliest cars in the world. It can reach from 0 to 100 KMPH in just 3.4 seconds. It costs up to 5 crores.&nbsp;</li>



<li>Audi R8 - A high ended performance sports car from the house of Audi that delivers high raising performance and it costs about 2.3-2.7 crores.</li>
</ul>



He owns a delightful apartment in Bengaluru, with the main one in Benson Town (Sea View duplex, 65 lakhs). Rahul is known to own swanky sneakers and watches worth crores.



He forms one of the most dashing couples in B-Town with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Athiya_Shetty">Athiya Shetty</a>, with whom he got married in 2023.&nbsp;



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KL Rahul Player Profile: Stats, Net Worth, Salary, Lifestyle and more

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MS Dhoni vs KL Rahul: Cricket has many dimensions, and several players have been recognized as the most distinguished talents in several fields. Not only with the bat or ball, but many players have also been widely known for their ability on the field. Apart from these playing roles, there has been another crucial role in the field, and that is that of a captain.&nbsp;



Though it is the batters and bowlers who win matches for a team, it is the players with the captain's band who often are the torchbearers for their players, equally efficient in planning a game strategy and building an equation with all players to manage and regulate them on the field.&nbsp;



Even several greats of the game have not dared to captain their national sides, as the immense pressure and responsibility affect their game time, and losing matches also affects their morale when players are given the role of a captain.&nbsp;



It is due to these reasons that even the greatest players like Sachin Tendulkar, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sanath_Jayasuriya">Sanath Jayasuriya</a>, Shane Warne, and many others have let go of captaincy opportunities.&nbsp;



However, today we are all set to compare one of the most legendary captains the world of cricket has ever witnessed, MS, with the recent most cool guy in the Indian squad, KL Rahul, who has been seen in the role of a captain on a few occasions.&nbsp;



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">MS Dhoni vs KL Rahul: TEST?</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="http://www.icccricketschedule.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/KL-Rahul-and-MS-Dhoni.jpg" alt="KL Rahul and MS Dhoni" class="wp-image-110178"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">KL Rahul and MS Dhoni</figcaption></figure>



Though not many Indian captains have had many great records in the longer format of the game, it was Dhoni who tried and maintained the honor and high standards set by ex-Indian skipper Ganguly in the longest format of the game.&nbsp;



Dhoni had captained India in 23 tests, out of which 12 were in home conditions and 11 were overseas. His record at home amazes all, as he has won nine series at home, with only one series loss against England in 2012. However, in overseas conditions, Dhoni could clinch only three victories and faced six losses.&nbsp;



On the other hand, Rahul has led India only on three occasions in the Tests, out of which he clinched two victories and one loss.&nbsp;&nbsp;



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Name</td><td>Matches Played as captain</td><td>Runs as Captain</td><td>Won as captain</td><td>Lost as captain</td><td>Tied as captain</td></tr><tr><td>MS Dhoni</td><td>60</td><td>3454</td><td>27</td><td>18</td><td>15</td></tr><tr><td>KL Rahul</td><td>3</td><td>178</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>0</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">MS Dhoni vs KL Rahul: ODI</h2>



When it comes to one-day cricket, no one else but the great Ricky Ponting can match Mahendra Singh Dhoni's caliber as a captain. If seen through stats, Virat Kohli might seem to be a successful Indian captain, but it was Dhoni who rebuilt the pillars of India's successful run in limited-overs cricket, which were laid by another veteran, Sourav Ganguly, in the early 2000s.&nbsp;



Dhoni has captained India in 200 ODI matches and went on to win 110 of them. With 5 matches tied and 11 ending without any result, Dhoni lost 74 matches and therefore had a win percentage of 55%. Dhoni led India in the ODI World Cups of 2011 and 2015, in which India won the CWC after 28 years since 1983.?



In 2015, too, they had an unstoppable run and lost their only match in the semi-final against Australia. He also led India to the finals of the 2013 Champions Trophy, which they won after defeating England in a reduced setup of 20 overs due to rain.&nbsp;



KL Rahul, on the other hand, has led India in seven overseas Odi matches, of which he lost three against South Africa and won three and one against Zimbabwe and Bangladesh, respectively.&nbsp;



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Name</td><td>Matches Played as captain</td><td>Runs as Captain</td><td>Won as captain</td><td>Lost as captain</td></tr><tr><td>MS Dhoni</td><td>200</td><td>6641</td><td>110</td><td>74</td></tr><tr><td>KL Rahul</td><td>7</td><td>115</td><td>4</td><td>3</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">MS Dhoni vs KL Rahul: T20I</h2>



Dhoni was among the very first pioneers of cricket who mastered the approach to play in the shortest format of the game. Often considered one of the greatest finishers in white-ball cricket, Dhoni led India by example in the first-ever T20 World Cup in 2007, where the most inexperienced India squad, comprised of a full complement of youngsters, lifted the first-ever T20 World Cup under Dhoni.&nbsp;



Dhoni captained India in 72 matches and emerged victorious in 41 while losing around 28 times.&nbsp;



KL Rahul captained India in only one international match against Afghanistan, which India won by 101 runs.&nbsp;



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Name</td><td>Matches Played as captain</td><td>Runs as Captain</td><td>Won as captain</td><td>Lost as captain</td></tr><tr><td>MS Dhoni</td><td>72</td><td>1112</td><td>41</td><td>28</td></tr><tr><td>KL Rahul</td><td>1</td><td>62</td><td>1</td><td>0</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">MS Dhoni vs KL Rahul: Indian Premier League</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="http://www.icccricketschedule.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/MS-Dhoni-and-KL-Rahul.jpg" alt="MS Dhoni and KL Rahul" class="wp-image-110177"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">MS Dhoni and KL Rahul</figcaption></figure>



After setting his hands on the T20 World Cup, Mahi was signed by the Chennai Super Kings in the first-ever IPL auction. Since 2008, Dhoni has been often referred to as the Maestro of the League, as under his captaincy, CSK has emerged to qualify for the playoffs 11 times in 13 seasons and has also managed to win 4 titles.&nbsp;



Even so, he has the highest-ever win percentage in the IPL. All these years with CSK, we saw Dhoni's rise from being a Ranchi boy to Chennai's "THALA," or leader (in Tamil).?



KL Rahul led the Punjab Kings for the first time in 2020, then in 2021, and later the Lucknow Super Giants in 2022. As a skipper, he played 43 matches in these 3 years and won 21 matches.&nbsp;



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Name</td><td>Matches Played as captain</td><td>Runs as Captain</td><td>Won as captain</td><td>Lost as Captain</td></tr><tr><td>MS Dhoni</td><td>211</td><td>4570</td><td>123</td><td>87</td></tr><tr><td>KL Rahul</td><td>43</td><td>1912</td><td>21</td><td>22</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



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MS Dhoni vs KL Rahul Stats Captaincy: T20, ODI, TEST and IPL Records

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KL Rahul has been the guiding light for the Indian team in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2023-25 in Australia. India have been under pressure after a poor batting display in the second and third tests. Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Shubman Gill have not had good batting performances.
That's when KL Rahul has shown some maturity and batted sensibly at times. His 84-run knock in the first innings at the Gabba was one key reason that India saved the follow-on. Rahul is India's leading scorer in the ongoing series. He has scored 235 runs in three matches at an average of 47.
He has scored the most runs after Travis Head in the series. India need him to fire as they will look to retain the BGT trophy. Rahul has a big match coming up, and he is on the way to achieving something spectacular that even Sachin Tendulkar or Virat Kohli have not achieved until now.
<h2>IND vs AUS: KL Rahul on verge of surpassing Sachin Tendulkar to achieve a remarkable feat at MCG test</h2>
The Boxing Day Test between India and Australia will kick off at 5 AM on December 26 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. This win can help India retain the BGT trophy, and if they can win both games, they will qualify for the WTC final as well. But apart from that, Rahul will also be looking to achieve a massive feat.
KL Rahul has played 56 Tests for India and scored 3216 runs at an average of 34.58. He has scored 8 centuries and 17 half-centuries overall. Two of his 8 hundreds have come in the Boxing Day Test. As a result, he has the joint-most centuries by an Indian batter, along with Sachin and Ajinkya Rahane, in the Boxing Day Test matches.
There are only three Indians with multiple Boxing Day Test hundreds. Rahul scored centuries in the 2021 and 2023 Boxing Day Tests, and both came against South Africa. If he can score one more hundred in the coming IND vs AUS fourth Test, he will become the first Indian batter with three centuries at the showpiece event.
Notably, at MCG, Rahul has played one test way back in 2014, but he recorded only 3 and 1 with the bat in two innings. That was his debut test. As he will step on the field at the MCG, it will also be his 10th anniversary in international cricket. So, he has a great chance to improve his stats, achieve this feat, and also take India to a win against the Australian cricket team. 
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The upcoming fourth test between India and Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground marks the tenth anniversary for KL Rahul in international cricket.

In-form KL Rahul eyes a historic Record; Star batter is on the verge of becoming the first Indian batter to achieve this rare feat

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Australia has suffered a massive blow ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. As per the reports in ESPNCricinfo, it is learned that captain Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood are all set to be ruled out of the tournament, which will begin on 19th February. 
Pat Cummins suffered an ankle injury during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 and missed the ongoing Test tour to injury due to the same and also the birth of his second child. The fast bowler since then has been out of action and hasn't resumed any kind of bowling. 
Pat Cummins hasn't gained his full fitness and it is highly likely that he will be missing the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. This will be a massive blow as not only will they miss the quality bowler but also the captain, who took them to win the ICC World Cup 2023. 
In the absence of Pat Cummins, Australia is likely to give the leadership role to either Travis Head or Steve Smith. The latter has been leading the team in the ongoing Test series against Sri Lanka, and under his leadership, Australia won the first game of the series by a massive margin. 
The development was confirmed by Australia head coach Andrew McDonald, saying that Pat Cummins is highly likely to be unavailable. He also talked about giving leadership roles to Steve Smith and Travis Head. Speaking to SEN, he said:
"Pat Cummins hasn't been able to resume any type of bowling so he's heavily unlikely, so that would mean that we do need a captain. Steve Smith and Travis Head are the two that we've been having conversations with while we've been building out that Champions Trophy team along with Pat back home. They'll be the two that we look at for that leadership post." 
<h2>Josh Hazlewood is expected to be ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025</h2>
Apart from Pat Cummins, star pacer Josh Hazlewood also is expected to be ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The fast bowler is battling with a hip issue, which he faced in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. He, too, hasn't bowled since then and is against time to recover. 
His absence could be a big blow as well as he has been one of the consistent players for the team. Pat Cummins, along with Hazlewood, are now among the three Australia players to be ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Earlier, Mitchell Marsh was ruled out of the tournament.
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Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 {PC:X}

Australia has suffered a massive blow ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025

As per the reports in ESPNCricinfo, it is learned that captain Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood are all set to be ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Massive blow for Australia! Pat Cummins and star pacer ruled out of the tournament

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In today's world, there is hardly any youth who does not know Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo is not just famous for football but is also considered an inspiration. He is one of the richest footballers and a billionaire. His garage is filled with luxury cars. <o:p></o:p>
On this special occasion of Cristiano Ronaldo birthday, we have brought you details of his car collection along with information about some of his major achievements. So, let's begin today's article.<o:p></o:p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal">Cristiano Ronaldo Birthday - Top 5 Expensive Cars<o:p></o:p></h2>
The first car in Cristiano Ronaldo's garage is the Bugatti Centodieci, which costs £9 million. This hypercar is extremely rare, with only 10 units produced globally. It features a highly powerful engine capable of reaching top speeds. This car is a perfect blend of luxury and performance and is one of Ronaldo's prized possessions.<o:p></o:p>
<h3 class="MsoNormal">Bugatti Chiron<o:p></o:p></h3>
The second rare car in his garage is the Bugatti Chiron, valued at €2 million. Known for its speed and engine excellence, this is another high-performance vehicle owned by Ronaldo.<o:p></o:p>
<h3 class="MsoNormal">McLaren Senna<o:p></o:p></h3>
The third car, which is both powerful and expensive, is the McLaren Senna, priced at €1 million. Designed for both road and track use, this car is named after the legendary Formula 1 driver Ayrton Senna. It is an exceptional vehicle in Ronaldo's collection.<o:p></o:p>
<h3 class="MsoNormal">Ferrari F12 TDF<o:p></o:p></h3>
The fourth car in Ronaldo’s garage is the Ferrari F12 TDF. This is a limited edition car, produced in very small numbers worldwide. It is celebrated for its powerful engine and is a favorite among car enthusiasts.<o:p></o:p>
<h3 class="MsoNormal">Rolls-Royce Cullinan<o:p></o:p></h3>
The fifth car, which makes Cristiano Ronaldos birthday even more special, is the Rolls-Royce Cullinan. Known for its luxury and comfort, this car offers a rare combination of performance and a lavish driving experience.<o:p></o:p>
Cristiano Ronaldo birthday special car collection is truly exciting and amazing. Apart from these, he owns many more cars, but today, on this special occasion, we have highlighted only five of them. Each of these cars represents a significant financial investment, showcasing Ronaldo’s immense love for cars and the luxurious lifestyle he leads.<o:p></o:p>
Recently, Samay appeared in Kaun Banega Crorepati, where he did comedy with Indian legend Amitabh Bachchan. A special influencer episode of the show featured other famous YouTubers and comedians like Bhuvan Bam and Tanmay Bhat.<o:p></o:p>
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In today's world, there is hardly any youth who does not know Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo is not just famous for football but is also considered an inspiration. He is one of the richest footballers and a billionaire. His garage is filled with luxury cars. 

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Cristiano Ronaldo Birthday: Top 5 Luxury Cars Owned By Ronaldo Will Amaze To You

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IND vs ENG 1st ODI: The ODI series between India and England, the two powerhouse teams, will commence on February 6 with the first ODI at Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur. As the two big guns prepare to take on each other, all eyes will be on the thrilling individual battle that can shape the series. 
This high-stakes encounter promises some intense face-offs between world-class players. With the likes of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma at the top order of India and Jos Buttler and Joe Root for England, the series is going to be tough for bowlers and the stakes are high for the contest. Let's take a closer look at the key player battles to watch out for in IND vs ENG 1st ODI:
<h2>Key Player Battles to Watch Out For in IND vs ENG 1st ODI</h2>
<h3>1- Rohit Sharma vs Jofra Archer</h3>
Indian skipper Rohit Sharma has been struggling with form in recent times, particularly against pace. His vulnerability around the off-stump was exposed during the Test series against Australia, where he repeatedly fell to deliveries in that channel. The trend continued in his only Ranji Trophy appearance, where he failed in both innings against similar deliveries. Additionally, short-pitched bowling is emerging as another concern, making him a prime target for England’s pace spearhead, Jofra Archer.
Archer has already enjoyed success against Rohit in the T20 format, dismissing him three times in just 29 deliveries while conceding only 23 runs. This translates to an impressive strike rate of under 10 balls per wicket against the Indian captain. However, Rohit is known for his ability to adapt quickly to different conditions, and he has proven his resilience time and again. If he can counter Archer’s pace and movement, this battle could be a defining one in the first ODI.
<h3>2- Virat Kohli vs Brydon Carse/Gus Atkinson</h3>
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With only one of Brydon Carse or Gus Atkinson likely to feature in England’s playing XI, whoever gets the nod will have a crucial role to play against Virat Kohli. Both pacers possess the skill set needed to challenge the modern master of white-ball cricket, especially around his well-documented weakness outside the off-stump. During the Test series against Australia, Kohli repeatedly fell to deliveries in the fifth-stump channel, edging behind—a vulnerability that Atkinson and Carse have the accuracy to exploit.
Unlike express pacers like Jofra Archer and Mark Wood, who rely on raw speed, Atkinson and Carse focus more on control and precision. This makes them an even bigger threat to Kohli early in his innings, as they can keep him guessing with disciplined lines. While there aren’t many head-to-head statistics available for this contest, the impact of this battle could be significant in shaping the match’s outcome.
<h3>3- Jos Buttler vs Mohammed Shami</h3>
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Jos Buttler, one of England’s most recognized cricketers in India, has been in fine form recently. A well-rounded and technically sound batter, he has very few weaknesses that bowlers have successfully exploited. However, if there is one bowler who could trouble him, it is India’s seasoned pacer, Mohammed Shami.
Shami holds a statistical edge over Buttler in ODIs, having dismissed him five times in just 67 deliveries. While Buttler has managed to score 57 runs off those balls, Shami’s ability to generate movement and maintain a probing line makes him a serious threat. With his knack for producing sharp seam movement and late swing, Shami will look to unsettle Buttler early and continue his dominance in this intriguing contest.
4- Joe Root vs Axar Patel/Ravindra Jadeja
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England’s right-handed batting maestro, Joe Root, has historically struggled against Jasprit Bumrah, particularly in Indian conditions. However, with Bumrah unavailable for this series, India may turn to spin as their primary weapon against him.
Despite being an exceptional player of spin, Root has shown vulnerability against left-arm off-spinners in the past. With no Bumrah to trouble him with pace and movement, India could look to exploit this weakness by deploying their spinners strategically. In the absence of their pace spearhead, setting a spin trap for Root might be India’s best bet to keep him in check.

The IND vs ENG 1st ODI will feature key battles, including Rohit vs Archer, Kohli vs Atkinson/Carse, Buttler vs Shami, and Root vs India’s spin trap. These matchups could shape the game’s outcome.

Crucial player battles—Rohit vs. Archer, Kohli vs. Atkinson/Carse, Buttler vs. Shami, and Root vs. spin—will define IND vs ENG 1st ODI.

Key Player Battles to Watch Out For in IND vs ENG 1st ODI Ft. Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma

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IND vs ENG: After the T20 series concluded, as Mohammed Shami returned to the shortest format for India after a huge span of absence from the format, the World Cup 2023 hero is back playing a crucial hand in the ODI series against England, which will begin on the 6th of February. 
 
<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mohammed_Shami">Mohammed Shami </a>has had a decent T20 return with 3 wickets across 2 games played and is considered one of the greatest ODI bowlers for India of all time. Especially in the absence of legendary pacer Bumrah, Shami is the most experienced pacer to lead the Indian pace attack. 
 
Ever since the 2023 Cricket World Cup, Shami will play his first one-day international match, supposedly at the Vidarbha Stadium tomorrow. Ahead of the vital clash, Mohammed Shami will enter the field with 195 wickets to his name in the longest limited-overs format. 
 
<h2 dir="ltr">A Glimpse into Mohammed Shami’s Career </h2>
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A peek into Mohammed Shami's stunning career despite injuries (Image Credit: X)
Shami, the Indian fast bowler, began his journey from the T20 Trophy starring for Bengal back in 2010, where he had one of the best debuts ever. Shami played for several franchises in the IPL the Delhi Daredevils, Punjab Kings, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kolkata_Knight_Riders">Kolkata Knight Riders</a>, and Gujarat Titans, where he picked 127 career wickets in the franchise-level cricket tournament. 
 
Shami has played over three World Cups for India ever since his debut in 2013, as he has been India’s highest wicket-taker in the history of the CWC, playing over three editions in 2015, 2019 and 2023. With 450+ career wickets in the Men in Blue’s jersey, Shami, despite participation in several WTC and CWC games, could never be seen on the podium, though he won several individual records, the last being named the Player of the Tournament in the 2023 World Cup. 
 
<h2 dir="ltr">List of Bowlers fastest to reach 200 ODI wickets</h2>
 
Shami, who has appeared in 101 games and is only 5-wickets away from the remarkable 200 wicket mark, is like Australian modern-day legendary fast bowler <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitchell_Starc">Mitchell Starc</a>, who also has 200+ wickets and reached the milestone in just 102 matches and the 101 bowling innings. 
 
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Saqlain Mushtaq (Pakistan) – 104
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Trent Boult (New Zealand) – 107
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Brett Lee (Australia) – 112
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Allan Donald (South Africa) – 117
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Waqar Younis (Pakistan) – 118
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Shane Warne (Australia) – 125
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Makhaya Ntini (South Africa) – 126
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Lasith Malinga (Sri Lanka) – 127
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Mitchell Johnson (Australia) – 129
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Other bowlers included the above-written, who also achieved the amazing 200 wickets in least time, with Shami threatening the top spot of Mitchell Starc since he will play his 102nd match in the ODI format and will also play his 101 innings in the white-ball match, as he is just 5-wickets away from being named the greatest ever in the game. 
 
<h2 dir="ltr">Fastest to 200 ODI wickets for India</h2>
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Shami to surpass Agarkar for fastest 200 ODI Wickets for India (Image Credit: X)
The current Indian selection committee head,<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ajit_Agarkar"> Ajit Agarkar</a>, picked the fastest 200 wickets for India as the veteran pacer achieved the feat in just 133 games and ended his career with 288 wickets in the format. 
 
So far, only 7 Indian bowlers have crossed the 200-wicket mark; Anil Kumble and Javagal Srinath have picked over 300+ ODI wickets, while Zaheer Khan, Agarkar, Harbhajan Singh, Kapil Dev, and Ravindra Jadeja have also picked over 200 wickets for the Men in Blue. 
 
<h3>Most Wickets for India in ODIs:</h3>
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Anil Kumble – 334
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Javagal Srinath – 315
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Ajit Agarkar – 288
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Zaheer Khan – 269
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Harbhajan Singh – 265
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Kapil Dev – 253
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Harbhajan Singh – 220
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Venkatesh Prasad – 196
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Zaheer Khan – 195
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Irfan Pathan – 173
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Kuldeep Yadav – 172
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IND vs ENG: Indian veteran pacer Mohammed Shami nearing big record in ODIs ahead of the First ODI vs England

Mohammed Shami returns to the ODI format and will be eyeing a world record on his return in the first ODI against England.

IND vs ENG: Indian veteran pacer Mohammed Shami eyeing a World record in the 1st ODI against England

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In what promises to be an exciting and thrilling contest, Steve Smith-led Australia and Dhananjaya de Silva's Sri Lanka are set to lock horns versus each other in the second and the last match of the two-match Test-Series at the Galle International Stadium of Galle from the 6th of February onwards (Wednesday). 
In the opening encounter of the series, the Mighty Aussies secured a comfortable victory by an inning and 242 runs and this win helped them to take an unassailable lead of 1-0 in the two-match series. In such a situation, the Dhananjaya de Silva-led Sri Lanka would be looking to make a strong comeback by rectifying their mistakes in the second match. 
Ahead of this exciting contest, some thrilling player battles will be seen taking place between the star players of both teams which can go on to affect the outcome of the match. We will be taking a look at those player battles in this article
While the Kangaroos have already taken the lead in the series, the home side will have the chance to make a strong comeback by taking advantage of the home conditions on offer. It will be interesting to see which team finishes out on top in these player battles and which team succumbs to the pressure. 
<h2>Dinesh Chandimal versus Matthew Kuhnemann</h2>
Australia's left-arm orthodox spinner Matthew Kuhnemann failed to create an impact with the ball in the first ball, ending the match with 0 scalps to his name but he can trouble Sri Lankan batters on the spinning track of Galle. 
This will be especially very challenging for experienced wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Chandimal. He is a good player of spin, has a good record against them and also he knows the conditions of Galle quite well but the variations of Kuhnemann can trouble him in the second Test-Match.
<h2>Prabhat Jayasuriya versus Usman Khawaja</h2>
Australia's experienced opening batter Usman Khawaja is in great form with the bat and he also possesses' an excellent batting record on Subcontinental surfaces. While the Australian team management would be happy to see him performing, they might be a little worried in the 2nd match as experienced left-arm spinner Prabhat Jayasuriya can trouble him a lot. 
The 33-year-old has excellent variations up his sleeve and has knack of performing brilliantly in spin-friendly conditions and home conditions. He also got the better of the Southpaw in the opening encounter, dismissing him when he was batting on the score of 232 runs and Jayasuriya would be looking to get the better of Khawaja again in the final match of the series. 
<h2>Other notable player battles</h2>
Apart from the two above-mentioned player battles, the battle between elite Aussie off-spinner Nathan Lyon and promising Sri Lankan batter Kamindu Mendis will also be worth watching out for. 
Angelo Mathews will have to rely on his batting technique to tackle the speed and swing of Mitchell Starc and at the same time, Asitha Fernando has the ability to trouble the Australian duo of Josh Inglis and Marnus Labuschagne with his pace and bounce.
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Mitchell Starc had Kamindu Mendis strangled down leg side, Sri Lanka vs Australia, 1st Test, Galle, 3rd day, January 31, 2025 | Image: Robert Cianflone/Getty Images

Australia led by Steve Smith secured an easy victory in the opening match of the series by a margin of an innings and 242 runs and took an unassailable 1-0 lead in the series. In such a situation, the Sri Lankan team would like to make a strong comeback in the series by correcting its mistakes in the second match. In this match, some interesting player battles will be witnessed between the star players of both teams, which can surely affect the outcome of the match

Sri Lanka and Australia are set to lock horns versus each other in the 2nd and final Test match of the two match series and while the Kangaroos have already secured an unassailable 1-0 lead, the home side would not like to lower their morale as they would want to execute a perfect comeback in the series. Some exciting player battles are also going to take place and we will be taking a look at them