Dravid 7000 plus

Rahul Dravid today became the third Indian batsman and the 24th in the world to complete 7000 Test runs. Only two other Indians — Sunil Gavaskar and Sachin Tendulkar — have crossed the mark in Tests. Earlier in the match, Dravid also became the leading catcher from the country other than a wicketkeeper.

Team selection
The selectors will meet here tomorrow to pick the Indian squad for the November 13 One-Day International match against Pakistan, being organised as a part of the platinum jubilee celebrations of the cricket board.

Bonanza for Kartik
Railway Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav today announced a cash award of Rs 1 lakh for Murali Kartik. The Railways spinner was declared ‘man of the match’.