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Veteran Indian batsman Cheteshwar Pujara has endorsed KL Rahul for the pivotal number three spot in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, citing his experience and capability for sustained innings. Pujara also acknowledged the talents of Yashasvi Jaiswal, likening him to David Warner, and underlined the importance of confidence for young players facing Australia's challenges. Team dynamics are still forming, with potential shifts in the batting order under discussion.

KL Rahul's controversial dismissal during the first Test match against Australia has ignited widespread debate. The third umpire overturned the on-field decision based on the Snickometer, despite inconclusive evidence. This incident has sparked discussions about the effectiveness of the Decision Review System (DRS) and highlighted the challenges faced by umpires in cricket.

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has unveiled the IBPS PO Prelims Result 2024, signalling the progress to the next stage in the recruitment of Probationary Officers. Candidates who attended the preliminary examination can verify their status by logging into the official IBPS portal with their credentials. This announcement brings candidates a step closer to securing a position in one of the participating banks, as they prepare for the challenges of the subsequent Main exam.

The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has released the results for the UP Police Constable Exam 2024, which took place from August 23 to 31 across 67 districts. Candidates can check their scores on uppbpb.gov.in. With over 48 lakh aspirants taking part, the recruitment aims to fill 60,244 constable vacancies. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath had called for a speedy yet transparent recruitment process.

India outperformed Australia by 295 runs in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series held at Perth Stadium. Significant performances by Jasprit Bumrah and Yashasvi Jaiswal paved the way for India’s comprehensive victory. This win not only marked India’s first triumph at Perth Stadium but also recorded their largest victory margin in Australia. Virat Kohli achieved a personal milestone, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s record for most Test centuries by an Indian in Australia.

Ravi Shastri, former Indian cricket team coach, detailed Washington Sundar's selection over seasoned players like Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja for the Perth Test. Sundar's recent form, dual skills with bat and ball, and compatibility with the Perth pitch's pace and bounce were pivotal. Shastri added the decision factored in India's batting concerns, aiming to bolster the lineup with Sundar's batting capabilities.