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'A moment very close to me': Kumble reminisces on landmark 600th Test wicket during 2008 Perth win
Mumbai, January 17: Former Indian spinner Anil Kumble on Friday reminisced on getting his 600th Test wicket during the 2008 Perth Test against Australia, saying that the moment is very close to him and the landmark win was an "icing on the cake".
Outside factors doesn't matter; players focus on contributing to the team: Akash Deep
New Delhi, Jan 16: Reflecting over reports that hinted at a rift within the team during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, Indian fast bowler Akash Deep dismissed those reports and said such factors doesn’t really affect the team's unity as players are focused on their on-field performance.
Steven Smith predicts bright future for young prodigy Sam Konstas
Melbourne, January 10: Australia's interim captain Steven Smith expects a "bright future" for young Sam Konstas after witnessing his explosive display in the Boxing Day Test against India.
Former India head coach Ravi Shastri gives valuable advice to young Sam Konstas
New Delhi, January 9: Former India head coach Ravi Shastri gave a piece of advice to young Australian opener Sam Konstas to focus on his "strengths" and play the way he wants.
Ricky Ponting heaps praise on Australia skipper Pat Cummins, says He's grown as a leader
New Delhi, January 8: Days after the conclusion of the prestigious Border-Gavaskar Trophy, former cricketer Ricky Ponting on Wednesday heaped praise on Australia skipper Pat Cummins and said that he has grown as a leader.
Aaron Finch, Simon Katich criticize Virat Kohli's on-field conduct in Border-Gavaskar Trophy
New Delhi, January 8: Former Australian cricketers Aaron Finch and Simon Katich have expressed disappointment over Virat Kohli's behaviour during the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy, stating that the Indian star went "overboard" and "tarnished his reputation," as reported by Wisden.
Combination of Nitish Reddy with Sundar or Jadeja created confusion: Sanjay Bangar
New Delhi, January 7: After the completion of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 against Australia, former head coach Sanjay Bangar shared his insight about India's squad in the five-match Test series where he said the combination of Nitish Kumar Reddy with Ravindra Jadeja or Washington Sundar was really confusing.
Rajeev Shukla criticizes CA for snubbing Sunil Gavaskar at BGT presentation ceremony, says Trophy is in their names
New Delhi, January 6: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Vice-President Rajeev Shukla criticized Cricket Australia for snubbing former cricketer Sunil Gavaskar from the Border-Gavaskar Trophy presentation after the end of the Sydney Test.
Ravi Shastri lavishes praise on Australia skipper Pat Cummins, points out his willingness to compete
New Delhi, January 6: Former cricketer Ravi Shastri heaped praise on Australia skipper Pat Cummins and pointed out the 31-year-old's "willingness to compete".
Result wasn't what we had hoped for but we'll be back stronger: Jaiswal
New Delhi, Jan 6: India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal vowed that the team will make a strong comeback after their 1-3 Border-Gasvakar Trophy defeat against Australia in Sydney on Sunday. India lost the final Test of the series by six wickets which ended their hopes of qualifying for the third consecutive World Test Championship (WTC) final.
India would have lost BGT 5-0 if Bumrah wasn't there: Harbhajan Singh
New Delhi, January 6: Former cricketer Harbhajan Singh believes that if star quick Jasprit Bumrah had not taken part in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, India would have suffered a 5-0 series defeat instead of a 3-1 humbling by Australia.
Australia's 'Mr Consistent' captain Cummins' adds more gold to trophy cabinet with landmark Border-Gavaskar Trophy win
Sydney, January 5: Australian skipper Pat Cummins' status as a modern-day great went up a notch following the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series win against India on Sunday, adding one more trophy to his cabinet that shows no signs of shrinking down.
Ricky Ponting praises Jasprit Bumrah's fast bowling in BGT 2024-25 series
Sydney, January 5: ICC Hall of Famer Ricky Ponting believed that Jasprit Bumrah's exploits are not only the best he's seen of a visiting bowler in Australia but probably the best fast-bowling display of all time.
They are hungry to...: Gavaskar hails youngsters Jaiswal, Nitish for brilliant performances in BGT
Sydney, January 5: Following India's loss in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar said that the team needs hungrier and young talent like Nitish Kumar Reddy and Yashasvi Jaiswal, who would "protect their wicket like their life" and show hunger for runs.
Jas is just the best in the world! Sachin Tendulkar's special praise for Bumrah
New Delhi, January 5: India's pace spearhead, Jasprit Bumrah, garnered special praise from 'Master Blaster' Sachin Tendulkar after ending the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on a record-breaking note.
He had no right: Indian head coach slams Sam Konstas for verbal altercation with Bumrah in Sydney Test
Sydney, January 5: India head coach Gautam Gambhir criticised Australian debutant Sam Konstas for his involvement in a heated verbal exchange with Jasprit Bumrah on the opening day of the Sydney Test, calling it inappropriate.
BGT: Virat Kohli engages in fun banter with SCG crowd, imitates scenes from sandpaper scandal
Sydney, January 5: Virat Kohli added a touch of drama to Day 3 of the final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test by engaging in banter with the Sydney Cricket Ground crowd, referencing Australia's infamous 2018 sandpaper scandal.
BGT: Prasidh Krishna denies Steve Smith's 10,000-run Test milestone, leaves Australian star hanging at 9,999
Sydney, January 5: Prasidh Krishna stole Steven Smith's moment of glory by denying one of the modern-day greats the chance to reach the 10,000-run landmark in Test cricket on Day 3 of the final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series on Sunday.
Missed out bowling on the spiciest wicket of the series, says Bumrah
Sydney, Jan 5: Jasprit Bumrah, who was adjudged Player of the Series in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for his 32 scalps, said he was disappointed to miss out on bowling on day three, which he called the spiciest wicket of the series.
Bumrah's cautious return: India aims to defend 162 without star bowler
Sydney, January 5: After suffering from back spasms on Day 2, Jasprit Bumrah returned to lead his side from the front after Australian captain Pat Cummins rattled the visiting side in the opening hour of Day 3 at the SCG.
Brett Lee hails Boland as Mr Consistent
Sydney, January 4: Former Australian pacer Brett Lee hailed red-hot pacer Scott Boland, calling him "Mr Consistent" and compared him to former Aussie spinner Stuart MacGill because of less frequent appearances for the country due to the presence of first-choice, more accomplished pace trio of skipper Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood.
With Bumrah, around 180 runs can challenge Australia: Sanjay Bangar on Bumrah's injury
Sydney, January 4: Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Bangar analysed Jasprit Bumrah's injury and its potential impact on India's performance in the ongoing Sydney Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
These are quite impactful runs...: Gavaskar hails Pant's fifty in SCG Test
Sydney, January 4: Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar said that wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant's valuable half-century were "impactful runs" in helping his team gain a sizeable lead over Australia at the end of the day two of fifth Test and also for playing some fine shots throughout his knock "in the front of the wicket".
The kind of bravery...: Bangar feels Pant's fifty put India in position to win SCG Test
Sydney, January 4: Former Indian all-rounder Sanjay Bangar hailed wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant's scintillating half-century against Australia at Sydney, saying that the 27-year-old's "bravery" has put India in a position from which India can win the Test match and draw the series.
His ability to be relentless...: Australian coach McDonald praises red-hot Boland
Sydney, January 4: Following the end of the day's play during the fifth and final Test against India, Australian head coach Andrew McDonald heaped praises on pacer Scott Boland, lauding his ability to be "relentless" in his bowling and for executing his plans, particularly against star India batter Virat Kohli well.
We are here for a fight, will make sure to get it our way: Prasidh Krishna after India's fiery bowling performance
Sydney, January 4: Prasidh Krishna commended the Indian team's outstanding bowling display that dismantled Australia for a modest 181 in the first innings of the fifth Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Saturday, handing India a small but psychological lead of four runs.
Team plans remain clear regardless of captain: Prasidh Krishna on leadership styles of Bumrah, Rohit
Sydney, January 4: Indian pacer Prasidh Krishna, shared his thoughts on the leadership styles of Jasprit Bumrah and Rohit Sharma. Krishna emphasized that while every captain brings their unique approach, the team's preparation and clarity in execution remain constant, irrespective of who is at the helm.
Bumrah had back spasm, medical team monitoring him: Prasidh Krishna
Sydney, January 4: Indian seamer Prasidh Krishna has confirmed that Jaspreet Bumrah experienced a back spasm and underwent scans on the second day of the fifth Test against Australia.
Raina lauds Rohit Sharma's leadership after opting out of fifth Border-Gavaskar Test
New Delhi, January 4: Former India cricketer Suresh Raina has heaped praise on Rohit Sharma's leadership after the Indian captain decided to sit out of the fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Test. Despite not being a part of the playing XI, Rohit was seen actively involved during the game, discussing strategies with the team during a drinks break on Saturday.
BGT 2024-25: Rishabh Pant's blitzkrieg propels India to 141/6, leading by 145 runs in Sydney
Sydney, January 4: Rishabh Pant's blitz knock helped India post 141/6 on the board in their second innings on Saturday, extending their lead to 145 runs against Australia on Day 2 of the fifth Border-Gavaskar Test. Earlier in the day, Australia was bowled out for 181, giving India a slender lead.
Jasprit Bumrah experiencing back spasms, returns to SCG after scans on Day 2 of Sydney Test
Sydney, January 4: During the second session of the Day 2 of the fifth and final Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground between Australia and India, right-arm seamer Jasprit Bumrah was seen in the dressing room of the Sydney Cricket Ground after coming back after the scans, as per reports.
Bumrah, Siraj wreck Australia's top order as India dominate day 2 morning session
Sydney, January 4: India's right-arm seamers Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj dismantled Australia's top order to give the visitors an upper hand by the end of the first session on Day two at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Saturday.
The way India celebrated around Konstas was quite intimidating: McDonald
Sydney, Jan 4: Australia head coach Andrew McDonald accused India of intimidating 19-year-old opener Sam Konstas with the way visitors surrounded him at the end of Day 1 of the fifth Test in an intimidating celebration.
If 15 wickets had fallen on one day in India, all hell would have broken loose: Gavaskar
Sydney, Jan 4: Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar believes the green pitch at the fast-moving ongoing fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground would be questioned if the game was played in India, adding that the surface dishing out is not ideal for playing longer format games.
5th Test: Boland's four-fer, Pant's 61 leaves match on knife's edge at the SCG
Sydney, Jan 4: Seamer Scott Boland picked up another rollicking four-wicket haul and led the way for Australia’s fightback in the final session of day two’s play and left the fifth Test on a knife’s edge at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Saturday.
Jasprit Bumrah continues to outshine stalwarts in BGT, levels Bishan Bedi's elusive overseas Test feat
Sydney, January 3: Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is on the cusp of making history after he went level with former spinner Bishan Singh Bedi for most wickets in an overseas Test series for India.
Bumrah outshines Virat in unique batting statistic as batter's slump continues during SCG Test
Sydney, January 3: Star India batter Virat Kohli's latest failure in Test Cricket has witnessed him joining an unfortunate list of players, involving bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah, Keshav Maharaj and Shoaib Bashir instead of batters. He has the second-lowest average while batting in first innings of a Test since 2024 and has been outshined by many tailenders, including Bumrah.
Pant admits India's failure to put par score, recalls his painful outing while praising amazing bowler Boland
Sydney, January 3: After a gripping opening day in Sydney, Rishabh Pant opened up about India's batting woes and acknowledged visitors falling below the par score.
It was an emotional decision....: Pant on Indian skipper Rohit sitting out for SCG Test
Sydney, January 3: Following the end of day one of play at Sydney during the final Test against Australia, India's swashbuckling wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant said that regular skipper Rohit Sharma's decision to rest for the match was an "emotional decision" and opened up on what stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah said to the team as they aim to draw the series.
BGT 2024-25: Passionate cricket fans look forward to five days of good cricket at Sydney Test
Sydney, January 3: A bunch of passionate cricket fans gather outside the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground as the fifth Test match between India and Australia of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy kicks off on Friday.