Yes, the lead-up to the MCG Test has been prickly and needlessly tense with sections of the Australian media painting India’s players in poor light. But it’s unlikely any of this gamesmanship will have an impact on the touring party
The visitors have been relying heavily on pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah to get them wickets.
Tanmay Agarwal’s 64 (74 balls, 9x4s, 1x6s) and Aravelly Avinash’s 52 (47 balls, 6x4s, 3x6s) were not enough as Hyderabad were bowled out for just 169 in 38.1 overs.
Every match the teams play in the coming months will be significant as the ICC World Cup is scheduled to be held in the country next year.
According to Manjrekar, Sharma’s inability to focus on a solid defensive foundation is costing him dearly in Test cricket.
Ex-SA pacer Allan Donald believes injuries to pacers given packed calendar and numerous T20 leagues are an unfortunate reality of modern game; insists players should listen to their bodies
Matt Page insists they prepare Test-quality pitches only three days before a match, and ‘if teams come and train before that, they get what pitches we have’
Bumrah has picked an impressive 21 wickets, while averaging 10.9, making him the leading wicket-taker overall in the five-match series against Australia
In light of this, Konstas sought permission to have his personal coach accompany him for the Boxing Day Test, which was duly approved by the team management
Opener Saim Ayub hit 101 runs off 94 balls as Pakistan scored 308-9 at the Wanderers in a game reduced to 47 overs by rain. South Africa were all out for 271 in 42 overs.
Mumbai’s Tanush Kotian reacts on being summoned to Australia as replacement for retired R Ashwin; dad reveals he and son were speechless when offie delivered the good news to him
The 2024-25 Test season which started with the series against Bangladesh has been not the very best for Rohit Sharma. Not only did Team India lose their first home series against New Zealand in 12 years, but the skipper is also struggling to score runs
Mumbai’s Tanush Kotian reacts on being summoned to Australia as replacement for retired R Ashwin; dad reveals he and son were speechless when offie delivered the good news to him
24 December,2024 07:46 AM IST | Mumbai | Subodh MayureThe 2024-25 Test season which started with the series against Bangladesh has been not the very best for Rohit Sharma. Not only did Team India lose their first home series against New Zealand in 12 years, but the skipper is also struggling to score runs
23 December,2024 10:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMohammed Shami last made his international appearance during the ODI World Cup 2023. According to the BCCI, the pacer made a comeback from his heel surgery during the Ranji Trophy. He was also added to Mumbai's squad for the Vijay Hazare Trophy but did not participate in his side's opening match against Delhi
23 December,2024 07:20 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentVinod Kambli's most recent public appearance was during the inauguration of their late childhood coach Ramakant Achrekar's memorial. This is not the first time Vinod Kambli has had struggles in his personal life. However, the former cricketer came into the spotlight a few months ago after a video of him went viral on social media platforms
23 December,2024 06:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRepresenting Mumbai, Tanush Kotian impressed in the 2024 edition of the Ranji Trophy. Having played 33 first-class matches, the spinner has already claimed 101 wickets. With the series tied at 1-1, both teams will try to bring their A game in the Melbourne Test
23 December,2024 05:52 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
Ahead of the fourth Test match against India, Steve Smith and Pat Cummins will look to achieve another milestone. Here is all you need to know (Pic: File Pic)
Cheteshwar Pujara highlighted that the three speedsters are very good but there is not enough support from the other two bowlers. He further added that the visitors need to bag 20 wickets in a game to win the match
23 December,2024 05:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Simon Katich also felt Mitchell Marsh's inability to bowl the expected volume of overs suggests he isn't "100 percentage" fit and should be replaced by uncapped rookie Beau Webster for the Boxing Day Test against India
23 December,2024 03:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
No one excels at playing the moral high ground quite like an Australian who, just moments earlier, was the one stirring the pot
23 December,2024 02:56 PM IST | Melbourne | Srijanee Majumdar
In a recent social media video, a group of Australian cricketers was asked to define the BCCI, the ICC, and Indian cricket with a single word each
23 December,2024 02:54 PM IST | Melbourne | mid-day online correspondent
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Indian cricketing star Shikhar Dhawan, today announced his retirement from all formats of cricket. The left-handed opener has been a key player in India's top order, amassing over 10,000 runs across formats. Be it in the IPL or playing for the Indian cricket team, Shikhar Dhawan proved his mettle in multiple instances. From numerous injuries to a bitter divorce, affectionately called "Gabbar" by fans, faced numerous challenges on the field and off the field. Known for his aggressive batting style and iconic moustache, Dhawan leaves behind an illustrious career spanning over a decade. Here are the look back into his journey.
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