Indian team’s batting coach, Vikram Rathour, provided insights into the nature of the Ranchi pitch ahead of the fourth Test match against England, highlighting its typical Indian characteristics with visible cracks and a likelihood of assisting spin. The absence of India’s pace spearhead, Jasprit Bumrah, who has been the series’ leading wicket-taker, adds weight to […]

The decision to rest Jasprit Bumrah for the fourth Test between India and England at Ranchi has stirred discussions ahead of the crucial match. Indian batting coach Vikram Rathour clarified that Bumrah’s absence was not due to fitness concerns but rather a precautionary measure to manage his workload effectively. In a pre-match press conference, Vikram […]

India’s batting coach, Vikram Rathour, has thrown his support behind struggling stars Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer ahead of the second Test against England in Vizag on February 2. Both players have faced criticism for their recent form in Test cricket. Gill, who has been under the microscope since moving to the number three spot, has […]

India batting coach Vikram Rathour has backed under-fire batters Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer ahead of the second Test against England in Vizag on February 2. However, Gill and Iyer have been struggling for form in the Test format of the game in recent times. Gill, since moving to the number three spot, has failed […]

Team India batting coach Vikram Rathour has shared that Virat Kohli does not need to practice a lot as he is well aware of his batting and condition. He stated that Kohli went into the Centurion Test with just one proper net session. The veteran did not play the three-day intra-squad practice game played at Tuks […]

Indian batting coach Vikram Rathour lauded Virat Kohli’s impeccable understanding of his role within the team and his dedication to personal preparation, emphasizing that the star batsman requires minimal guidance from the coaches. Kohli’s remarkable achievement of scoring his 50th ODI century, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s record for most centuries in the format, further cemented his […]

Team India batting coach Vikram Rathour has said that opener Shubman Gill is recovering well from his illness and also confirmed that he was hospitalized in Chennai only as a precautionary measure. However, Media reports on Tuesday stated that Gill was hospitalized in Chennai after his platelet count dropped suddenly, but he has since been […]

Team India batting coach Vikram Rathour opined on the Men in Blue’s poor fielding performance during their Asia Cup 2023 group-stage clash against Nepal at the Pallekele International Stadium on Monday. However, Team India secured their place in the Super Four stage of the continental competition after a 10-wicket win via the DLS method in […]

In a notable decision, Shubman Gill, who has primarily excelled as an opener in all formats of the game, opted to bat at number three in the Indian Test team. The 23-year-old made the recommendation to India’s head coach Rahul Dravid prior to the first Test against the West Indies. Vikram Rathour, the Indian batting […]

Team India batting coach Vikram Rathour backed Virat Kohli’s slow innings in the opening Test against West Indies at Windsor Park in Dominica on Day 3 (Friday, July 14). Rathour praised him for his adaptability and defence, especially against left-arm spinners, which keep India in the driving seat as well. He also added hat Kohli […]