What happened in the cricket world today - December 27

Here are the titbits of news that matter in the world of cricket today.

1. Reports: KL Rahul to lead India in SA ODIs if Rohit Sharma misses the series

If Rohit Sharma does not play the three-match ODI series against South Africa, then KL Rahul will lead the Indian cricket team. (READ MORE)

2. ‘His bat was very big that day’ – Morne Morkel recalls Sachin Tendulkar’s 50th Test ton

South African pacer Morne Morkel has heaped praises on batting legend Sachin Tendulkar for his superb century against the Proteas in the 2010-11 Test series. (READ MORE)

3. Virat Kohli would be unhappy with his performance on day one of 1st SA Test: Ashish Nehra

Ashish Nehra feels that batting maestro Virat Kohli will not be happy with the way he was dismissed in the first innings of the first Test against South Africa. (READ MORE)

4. Ashes 2021-22: Cricket Australia adamant to complete the series despite COVID-19 outbreak

Cricket Australia has stated that the Ashes series will continue despite some Covid-19 cases entering the England camp. (READ MORE)

5. ‘It came as a huge surprise’ – Ravi Shastri recalls MS Dhoni’s shocking retirement from Test cricket

Former Indian head coach Ravi Shastri has revealed that the entire Indian dressing room was in a state of shock when MS Dhoni retired from Test match cricket. (READ MORE)

6. ‘He’s got to be really disappointed’ – Shaun Pollock on Virat Kohli’s mode of dismissal in Centurion Test

South African cricket legend Shaun Pollock feels that Virat Kohli will be unhappy with the way he was dismissed in the 1st innings of the 1st Test against the Proteas. (READ MORE)

7. ‘I’m sure continuing the tour is the plan’ – James Anderson on completion of Ashes amid COVID-19 scare

James Anderson has stated that England will continue playing The Ashes in spite of some Covid-19 cases creeping into the English camp. (READ MORE)

8. ‘Have surprised myself with how calm I have been’ – KL Rahul opens up after Boxing Day century against South Africa

KL Rahul has revealed that he was surprised as to how calm he was when he was nearing his century against South Africa. (READ MORE)

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