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AUS vs IND 4th Test day 1 stumps: Konstas makes sensational debut, India take control in the end

Australia got off to a strong start on day one of the Boxing Day Test match against India on Thursday in Melbourne, with openers Sam Konstas and Usman Khawaja laying the foundation with promising innings of 60 and 57 respectively. Making an outstanding Test debut, young gun Sam Konstas played a few sensational shots to rack up 60 runs. Noticeably, he took on one of the most challenging bowlers Jasprit Bumrah , playing a reverse-ramp shot…

Dec 26, 2024

BBL 2024-25: Adelaide Strikers clash with Hobart Hurricanes

In the 13th match of the ongoing Big Bash League , Adelaide Strikers will be facing Hobart Hurricanes on Friday at Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. Adelaide Strikers have played three matches so far in the tournament, winning one and losing two. They have two points along with the positive NRR of +0.169. Strikers' last match was against Brisbane Heat, which they lost by three wickets. They had recorded their victory in the second…

Dec 26, 2024

"Haven't been disciplined enough": Virat Kohli

Indian batting legend Virat Kohli has admitted that he hasn't been up to the task in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Kohli has faced a challenging time so far in the series, registering small scores in the last encounters. Kohli has failed to give tough times to Australian bowlers despite having started the series with a promising century. So far, he has registered the scores of 5, 100*, 7, 11 and 3 in last three matches. Kohli is expected to repay the faith in the…

Dec 26, 2024

SA vs PAK 1st Test: All you need to know

The highly anticipated clash between Pakistan and South Africa in the first Test match of their two-match series is set to begin on Thursday at SuperSport Park in Centurion. Both sides will be eager to get off to a strong start in what promises to be an exciting contest. Pakistan have already named their playing XI ahead of the opening Test. They are without any specialist spinner, choosing to go with four seamers in the form of…

Dec 26, 2024

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 fixtures announced

The fixtures for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 have been announced, with Pakistan set to face New Zealand in the opening game on February 19 in Karachi. India will kickoff their campaign by taking on Bangladesh on February 20 in Dubai. Eight sides have been divided into two groups of four. The blockbuster clash between India and Pakistan will be held on February 23 in Dubai. India, following the…

Dec 25, 2024

AUS vs IND Boxing Day Test: All you need to know

The much-anticipated fourth Test match of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy is set to commence on Thursday (Boxing Day) at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne. The series is currently tied at 1-1 and the fourth Test match is poised to be a decider. Both teams are eyeing a crucial victory to take the lead ahead of the final Test. Intense competition has been witnessed so far in the series and the Boxing Day Test is expected to be more challenging than the…

Dec 25, 2024

Sri Lanka name squad for New Zealand ODIs, Lahiru Kumara makes comeback

Sri Lanka have announced their squad for the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand , with several key players making their way into the squad. In a massive development, young fast bowler Eshan Malinga has been handed his maiden international call-up, marking a major milestone in his career. Additionally, pacer Lahiru Kumara, who has been out of the squad for a while, has been recalled. Sadeera Samarawickrama has been dropped, making way for Nuwanidu Fernando.…

Dec 24, 2024

Ponting weighs in on Gill's continuous struggle

Former Australian cricketer Ricky Ponting has given his opinion on the poor batting performance of young Indian batter Shubman Gill , who has struggled miserably in the last two games of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. Gill's poor form has further highlighted his struggle in overseas conditions. Ricky Ponting feels that Gill needs to back himself to get positive outcome. Gill's unimpressive form continued during the…

Dec 24, 2024

"Modern-day greats figure out their own path": Rohit Sharma backs Virat Kohli

Addressing the press conference ahead of the Boxing Day Test match against Australia , Indian skipper Rohit Sharma backed Indian batting legend Virat Kohli , who has faced challenging times in the last two matches of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, to find his form back. Kohli has been short of runs in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, and moreover he hasn't looked threatening at any stage in the last two matches.

Dec 24, 2024

England announce squads for multi-format tour of Australia

England have named their squad for the upcoming Women's Ashes with Ryana MacDonald-Gay earning her maiden ashes call-up. She has featured in two ODIs and one T20I for England since making her international debut against Ireland in September. England will be touring Australia for a multi-format series, where they will play three ODIs, three T20Is and a four-day test match. Ryana MacDonald-Gay is riding high on her…

Dec 23, 2024

"He's got to be very clear in his mindset": Ravi Shastri's advice to struggling Rohit

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma has been facing a challenging time with the bat in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. After missing the first Test match due to the birth of his child, Sharma returned to the squad only to struggle in the subsequent games, failing to make a significant impact with the bat. In Rohit's absence, KL Rahul had opened the batting for India in the first Test and he did well. Following their impressive performance, India…

Dec 23, 2024

SA vs PAK 3rd ODI: Pakistan register historic record after win over South Africa

In a monumental achievement, Pakistan completed a historic 3-0 series sweep over South Africa after thrashing proteas by 36 runs through DLS in the third and final ODI on Sunday at The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg. With the victory, Pakistan became the first team in cricket history to whitewash South Africa in a bilateral ODI series on South African soil, an accomplishment that speaks volumes about Pakistan's strength. In the third…

Dec 23, 2024