When Tim Paine was selected as the Australian Test captain, there were clear critics of this move, with some even questioning his place in the side.
Paine took charge of Australia at a time when the country’s cricket was in big turmoil.
Kohli led India to a 2-1 win in the four-Test series to become the first captain from the sub-continent to accomplish the feat.
Paine hailed the Indian skipper as outstanding and the best player in the world at the moment.
English all-rounder, Ben Stokes was in the news for his verbal exchange with a fan during the ICC World Test Championship series against South Africa.
Paine's wife had posted a picture with Rishabh Pant holding their kids on Instagram.
The Aussies are brimming with confidence after beating Pakistan and New Zealand.
The Aussies are breathing down India's neck after demolishing New Zealand and Pakistan.
Paine was eventually bowled by Colin de Grandhomme in the 137th over of the innings and Australia were on top by then at 410 for 6.
The Aussies used five bowlers to dislodge New Zealand's opening duo, but to no avail.
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