Ranchi Test

India vs South Africa: Rohit Sharma's success as Test opener is down to mental adjustments, believes batting coach Vikram Rathour

After Rohit Sharma's third century of the series in Ranchi batting coach Vikram Rathour said, "Somebody of his experience and the kind of cricket he plays, if he starts coming good top of the order, it changes everything for the Indian team, even when you're touring."

India vs South Africa: Anrich Nortje reckons Proteas were better on Day 1 in Ranchi than previous Test

"Unfortunately, we could not get another wicket or two; it would have been nice to have four or five down," Nortje said in the post-match press conference.

India vs South Africa: Batting coach Vikram Rathour lauds Ajinkya Rahane's 'intent' after 83* on first day of third Test

Rahane and Rohit Sharma amassed 83 and 117 runs respectively before the day was called off due to rain.

India vs South Africa: Rohit Sharma, Ajinkya Rahane restore hosts' grip after shaky start on opening day of third Test

India reached 224 for three when bad light stopped play in the final session. It began to rain as well and no further action was possible.

India vs South Africa: Kuldeep Yadav ruled out of Ranchi Test due to shoulder injury, Shahbaz Nadeem receives maiden call-up

Nadeem has been a prolific performer for Jharkhand and India A over a period of time. He has had back-to-back 50-plus wicket seasons for Jharkhand.

India vs Australia: Virat Kohli and Co bought into visitors' pitch jingoism at Ranchi and were a bowler short

India did not have enough wares in a four-bowler attack to force a result on the placid day five wicket at Ranchi against Australia.

India vs Australia: Peter Handscomb, Shaun Marsh's resilience at Ranchi gives visitors upper hand in series

The manner in which Australia fought to draw the Ranchi match was more impressive than their emphatic victory in the first Test.

India vs Australia: Ranchi's flat pitch defeated both sides, but draw leaves series tantalisingly placed

Australia have done far better than anyone would have suspected, India have underperformed after a long season; the result has been some fascinating cricket.

India vs Australia: 5 things Virat Kohli and Co could have done differently to win Ranchi Test

India could have won the Ranchi Test and taken an unbeatable 2-1 lead in the series if only they had done things differently.

India vs Australia: Cheteshwar Pujara's double ton a testament to his work ethic and diligent preparation

Cheteshwar Pujara's success is a result of his the ability to read the length of a ball, particularly while using his feet.