Rinku Singh Overshadowed by Aussie Legends

In a remarkable display of batting prowess, Usman Khawaja and Steve Smith stole the show in the ongoing Test match against Sri Lanka, with Khawaja becoming the second-oldest Australian to score a double century and Smith reaching the 10,000-run milestone, while discussions around the 'Fab Four' of batsmen continue to exclude Virat Kohli due to his recent form.

Usman Khawaja's impressive knock of 232, along with Steve Smith's 141 and Josh Inglis's debut century, helped Australia declare at 654-6, their highest total in a Test in Asia. The Australian spin attack then bowled Sri Lanka to 44-3, leaving them with a daunting 610-run deficit. Meanwhile, Steve Smith's achievement of reaching 10,000 runs in Test cricket has sparked discussions about the current state of batting, with many considering the 2000s as a golden age for the sport.

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has weighed in on the debate, excluding Virat Kohli from the 'Fab Four' of batsmen of this generation due to his recent poor form. Ponting instead praised Steve Smith, Joe Root, and Kane Williamson, calling them the best batsmen of their generation. With Kohli struggling for consistency and Smith's recent form, including a century against Sri Lanka, Ponting's assessment has raised eyebrows among cricket fans.

The milestone of 10,000 runs in Test cricket is becoming increasingly rare, with Steve Smith possibly being the last to achieve it for some time. Other notable players like Kane Williamson and Virat Kohli are nearing the mark but face significant challenges, including limited Test opportunities and the current cricket calendar. As the era of golden batting continues to fade, the 'Fab Four' debate is likely to continue, with Rinku Singh and other young players waiting in the wings to make their mark on the sport.

As the cricket world continues to watch the likes of Steve Smith, Joe Root, and Kane Williamson dominate the sport, the question remains: who will be the next generation of batting greats, and will they be able to reach the milestone of 10,000 runs in Test cricket? Only time will tell, but for now, the spotlight remains on the current crop of talented batsmen.