{
  "id": 5790222,
  "title": "Raina’s blueprint for India: Backs Abhishek for Test, calls Pant white-ball 'X-factor'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/rainas-blueprint-for-india-backs-abhishek-for-test-calls-pant-white",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-05T13:40:47.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/suresh-rainas-bold-blueprint-for-india-backs-abhishek-sharma-for-test-leap-calls-rishabh-pant-white-ball-x-factor/articleshow/133803154.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Suresh Raina believes that Abhishek Sharma should be given a chance in Test cricket, while acknowledging Rishabh Pant's continued impact in limited-overs formats. Raina, speaking on Aakash Chopra's YouTube channel, highlighted Abhishek's potential to make the transition from white-ball cricket to Test matches. While Abhishek has yet to establish himself in red-ball cricket, he has scored impressively in shorter formats, ranking at the top of the ICC T20I batting rankings and holding the No.1 position in the ICC ODI batting rankings. Raina also praised Rishabh Pant, who remains a key Test player despite limited appearances in limited-overs cricket. Pant's aggressive batting style and ability to change the course of matches have made him a valuable asset for India's Test team.",
  "summary": "Suresh Raina expressed confidence in Abhishek Sharma's potential to succeed in Test cricket. He also highlighted Rishabh Pant as an impressive asset in white-ball formats. Notably, Pant has become a pivotal figure in India's red-ball squad. Raina's insights on fostering player development and promoting Test cricket engagement were shared during an interview on Aakash Chopra's YouTube channel.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Suresh Raina’s bold blueprint for India: Backs Abhishek Sharma for Test leap, calls Rishabh Pant white-ball 'X-factor'",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/suresh-rainas-bold-blueprint-for-india-backs-abhishek-sharma-for-test",
        "published": "2026-09-05T19:10:00.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}