Siraj Tied Rakhi

Siraj, who played an important role in getting success for Team India in England, celebrated the festival of Raksha Bandhan on August 9 like all countrymen. During this time, Zanai Bhosle, who is the granddaughter of the great singer Asha Bhosle, reached to tie rakhi to Siraj. Zanai tied rakhi on Siraj’s wrist, wearing a white kurta-pyjama, and celebrated this festival. Zanai herself also posted a video of it on her Instagram account, which received a lot of love from the fans of both.

Rumors of Affair

Surprisingly, a few months ago, rumors of Siraj and Zanai being in a relationship were flying on social media. The reason for this was a photo in which the two were seen together. This viral photo was of Zanai’s birthday, in which Siraj was also present with her. No photo of the two had ever been seen before that, due to which such things started to be said about both of them.

But then both of them had denied it one by one. Zanai, a singer by profession, while posting her photo with Siraj, called Siraj her ‘dear brother’ and Siraj also wrote while sharing that photo that there is no sister like his sister. Although both had dismissed these rumors as wrong, but if anyone still had any doubts in their mind, then it must have been removed on this Raksha Bandhan.

Siraj wreaked havoc in England

Speaking of Siraj, the star Indian pacer played an important role in the success of Team India on the England tour. Siraj played all five Test matches of this series and took the most 23 wickets. During this time, he was successful in taking 5-5 wickets in a single innings in two matches and Team India won these two matches. Especially in the last Test played at The Oval, Siraj took a total of 9 wickets in the match, including 5 wickets in the second innings, giving Team India a thrilling victory by 6 runs.

The video emerged from a charity dinner organized by former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh on July 8, 2025, in London. The event aimed to raise funds for cancer awareness and treatment, attracting several prominent figures. Shubman Gill attended with the team, while Sara Tendulkar was also present. A previous video from the event circulated, claiming that Gill had walked past Sara without acknowledging her. However, the new video shows Sara Tendulkar and Shubman Gill looking at each other, with smiles on their faces, appearing joyful. The names of Shubman Gill and Sara Tendulkar have been linked numerous times. Rumors of their relationship have frequently surfaced. This video has become a hot topic among fans on social media.

In a post on his Instagram page after the end of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, Karun Nair, who returned to the Indian team after eight years, expressed his feelings. He wrote, “Where every run is a labor and every wicket is a reward. It challenges your mind, body, and soul – day in and day out. In the last few months, we gave it our all and this team showed what purposeful struggle means? No shortcuts, just the right effort and pride in the badge and a great finish. What a journey!” One fan commented on the post, “Happy Retirement brother”. This has led to speculation about his retirement from Test cricket, but Karun Nair has not issued any statement on the matter. In the Test series against England, Karun Nair scored only 205 runs in 8 innings with an average of around 25, with only one half-century. Currently, Karun Nair is potentially out of the Duleep Trophy. According to reports, Karun Nair sustained an injury to his finger while fielding during the last Test match against England, resulting in a minor fracture. Due to this, his participation in the Duleep Trophy seems unlikely. Karun Nair was scheduled to play for the Central Zone team. The Duleep Trophy 2025 is set to begin on August 28.

Following his poor performance in England, Karun Nair’s return to Test cricket seems challenging. Shreyas Iyer could potentially replace him in the team. Reports suggest that Iyer is fully prepared for a comeback in Test cricket.

In this series, the Indian team won two Test matches under Gill’s captaincy. With this achievement, he equaled legendary captains like Kapil Dev, Sourav Ganguly, and Sunil Gavaskar, who had each recorded two Test victories for India in SENA (South Africa, England, New Zealand, Australia) countries. Gill achieved this milestone in his very first captaincy assignment, which is a major achievement for him. Virat Kohli holds the record for the most Test wins for India in SENA countries, with India winning 7 Test matches under his captaincy.

As a batsman, Gill also performed brilliantly in the difficult conditions of England. He scored 754 runs in five Test matches with an impressive average of 75.40, including four centuries. His batting not only strengthened the team but also earned him several individual honors. Gill won the ‘Player of the Match’ and ‘Player of the Series’ awards on this tour. With this, he became only the second Indian captain to win both these awards in England. Only Virat Kohli had achieved this feat before him.

Gill’s achievement has added a new chapter to Indian cricket. His captaincy showcased a great blend of young and experienced players. Remaining calm under pressure, making precise strategies, and scoring runs with the bat on the field, Gill demonstrated his talent on every front. This tour is not only a significant milestone in Gill’s career but also a good sign for the future of Indian cricket. Shubman Gill proved on this tour that he is not only a brilliant batsman but also a brilliant captain.

Ganguly remarked, “I would say it’s very irrelevant. My terms, someone else’s terms. As a player, you understand. As a player everyone understands where he stands at the moment. Just look at Virat. Everybody says why. I know he didn’t have the best five years in Test cricket but champions like him rediscover. And I guarantee that if he was on this tour of England, he would have scored runs. But he felt it was time to go.”

Virat Kohli’s Test career is highlighted by his impressive statistics. He has played 123 Test innings, scoring 9230 runs at an average of 46.85 and a strike rate of 55.57. His highest score of 254 not out showcases his ability to convert starts into substantial scores. Kohli has 30 centuries and 31 half-centuries to his name, solidifying his place among India’s top batsmen and demonstrating his prowess against high-quality English seam attacks.

Singh expressed his confidence in Jaiswal’s ability, stating, “Given the coach’s confidence, he might score at least two more centuries. I had expected two centuries in Australia, but that didn’t happen. However, I think he’ll score at least two more centuries here. He’s worked hard on his game.” Singh further highlighted Jaiswal’s mental toughness and controlled boundary shots, drawing comparisons to Sourav Ganguly’s memorable innings at Lord’s. He noted that left-handed centuries have a special significance.

Jaiswal’s outstanding performance on the first day of the Test at Headingley was marked by a composed century. He celebrated his achievement with a display of emotion, showcasing his maturity and shot selection. He and KL Rahul established a strong opening partnership, setting the stage for India’s substantial score of 359 for 3. Jaiswal adapted well to the pace and capitalized on loose deliveries with well-placed boundaries, demonstrating his prowess on challenging English pitches.

Gill highlighted Virat Kohli’s proactive approach, noting Kohli’s readiness with multiple plans and his ability to keep the team focused and vigilant. He emphasized Kohli’s constant communication and adaptability during matches.

In contrast, Gill described Rohit Sharma’s leadership as strategically aggressive, though outwardly calm. He pointed out Sharma’s clear pre-match communication and tactical acumen. Gill mentioned that Rohit’s on-field demeanor, even any outbursts, were always perceived in a sporting spirit, contributing to a competitive environment.