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Brisbane Test: On rainy day, cold reality for India’s top order

On Day 3 of the Brisbane Test, India struggled with batting, slipping to 51/4, while Australia set a challenging score of 445 amid rain delays.

India skipper Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul walk off as play is finally called off due to bad light on the rain-hit Day 3 of the Brisbane Test against Australia. (AFP)

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Updated on Dec 16, 2024 05:48 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Tinkering, struggling Steve Smith still finds a way

The Aussie stalwart hits 101, ending a 24-innings wait to get a Test century, against India in the Brisbane Test

Australia's Steve Smith celebrates reaching his century on Day 2 of the third Test against India in Brisbane. (AFP)

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Published on Dec 15, 2024 08:07 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Ton-up Head, Smith tango despite Bumrah’s five-for in Brisbane Test

The left-hander smashed a second consecutive century and the former Aussie skipper regained form, leaving India to toil on Day 2 of the 3rd Test

Australia’s Travis Head celebrates his century with Steve Smith during their 241-run partnership on Day 2 of the third Test against India at the Gabba in Brisbane on Sunday. Head hit 152 and Smith 101. (ICC- X)

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Published on Dec 15, 2024 05:03 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Brisbane Test: Revolving door for Indian spinners

On Day 1 of the third Test, India’s spin selection raised questions, with Jadeja picked over Ashwin and Washington, despite varying performances.

India's Ravindra Jadeja throws a ball after fielding it during play on Day 1 of the third Test against Australia. (AP)

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Updated on Dec 14, 2024 07:29 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Brisbane Test: No early India breakthrough, rain breaks up play on Day 1

India pacers took a while to get their direction right, but only 13.2 overs could be bowled on Day 1 at the Gabba

Ground staff cover the pitch at the Gabba as rain stopped the first day’s play in the third Test between Australia and India in Brisbane on Saturday. (AFP)

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Updated on Dec 14, 2024 03:33 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

At the nets, Gill and Pant show they mean business

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant were all in action, putting the reserve bowlers through their paces at optional nets session

India's Rishabh Pant has a drink during a training session at The Gabba in Brisbane on Friday. (AFP)

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Published on Dec 13, 2024 08:29 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Ready for a close encounter of the third kind?

As cricket moves to Brisbane with the teams level, there is a certain sense of the series reaching a tipping point

India’s Yashasvi Jaiswal with teammate Shubman Gill during a training session at The Gabba in Brisbane on Friday ahead of the third Test against Australia. (AFP)

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Updated on Dec 13, 2024 08:22 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Pant, Gill and a slice of heaven called Gabba

Rishabh Pant's iconic boundary at Gabba in 2021 remains unforgettable, symbolizing India's historic Test victory against Australia and his audacious style.

Rishabh Pant played a match-winning knock of 89 in India’s famous win against Australia in Brisbane in 2020-21 tour. (AP)

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Updated on Dec 12, 2024 08:20 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

India get into the grind after Virat pep talk

In Brisbane, India's cricket team, led by Virat Kohli, trains hard to bounce back after a 10-wicket defeat, while Australia faces injury concerns.

The Indian team is preparing for the third Test against Australia in Brisbane starting Saturday. (AFP)

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Updated on Dec 13, 2024 07:48 AM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Third Test: Gabba green top promises ‘traditional’ fare

India, anxious to recover after the Adelaide setback, return to the venue of one of their great Test triumphs

Wicket-keeper batter ishabh Pant had scored a crucial unbeaten 86 that took India to a 3-wicket win at the Gabba in 2021. (AFP)

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Published on Dec 11, 2024 08:03 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

How data analytics could help India get back on track v Australia

Travis Head inflicted pain on India in the Adelaide Test; numbers shows the short ball on a channel could stop him

Travis Head’s 140 off 141 in the second Test at Adelaide was the fastest century in a pink ball Test (REUTERS)

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Updated on Dec 13, 2024 12:52 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Change in the air as India set eyes on Brisbane for third Test

India prepares for the third Test in Brisbane, considering lineup changes after a disappointing Adelaide Test, focusing on Rohit Sharma's batting position.

India captain Rohit Sharma (L) after the loss against Australia at the Adelaide Oval. (AP)

Cricket

Updated on Dec 10, 2024 06:24 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Tea Tree Gully: A place where you will find Head’s heart

A trip to the neighbourhood off Adelaide where India’s tormentor learnt the game, and ditched the keeping gloves

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Published on Dec 09, 2024 10:22 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra, Adelaide

Bumrah’s workload in focus as India get ready for Gabba

Mohammed Shami is unlikely to be rushed into the India-Australia series while Rohit Sharma wants other pacers to step up

India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has taken 12 wickets at an average of 11.25 in two Tests against Australia. (AFP)

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Updated on Dec 10, 2024 06:26 AM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Sledging gets milder and milder but is it still too much?

Mohammed Siraj and Travis Head's on-field banter sparks debate on sledging in cricket, highlighting the fine line between aggression and sportsmanship.

India's Mohammed Siraj, right, celebrates after the dismissal of Australia's Travis Head, centre, during the day two of the second cricket test match between Australia and India at the Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, on Saturday. (AP)

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Updated on Dec 09, 2024 05:36 AM IST

ByAshish Magotra, Adelaide

Inconsistency is the name of India’s game

The heavy Adelaide Test defeat has again exposed a batting line-up that dominates but can also slump without a fight

Australia's Usman Khawaja (2nd L) and batting partner Nathan McSweeney in Adelaide on Sunday. (AP)

Cricket

Published on Dec 08, 2024 08:44 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Adelaide Test: Australia find their best to level series

India batters cave in again as the hosts win by 10 wickets on the third morning, make it 8-0 in pink-ball Tests at the venue

Skipper Rohit Sharma in a contemplative mood after India lost the Adelaide Test to Australia by 10 wickets on Sunday. (AAP Image via REUTERS)

Cricket

Updated on Dec 08, 2024 06:33 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Siraj send-off surprises ton-up Head, provokes Adelaide crowd

The pacer’s frustration on dismissing the thorn in India’s flesh (140 off 141 balls) and crowd response added spice on Day 2

Mohammed Siraj, right, gestures at Travis Head after his dismissal on Day 2 of the second Test, in Adelaide on Saturday. (AP)

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Updated on Dec 07, 2024 07:55 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Adelaide Test: Hometown hero Head lands another huge blow on India

The aggressive left-handed batter hit a 141-ball 140 on Day 2 of the second Test, having struck match-winning tons v India in ODI World Cup and WTC final

Travis Head in action against India on Day 2 of Adelaide Test on Saturday. (AP)

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Published on Dec 07, 2024 07:45 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

With good players, you prefer to give them a game too many: Greg Chappell

No team is ever a finished article, you’re always looking to improve it. But when you get the superstars, you want them to go as long as they can, said Chappell

Australian team celebrates the dismissal of Shubman Gill on Day 2 of Adelaide Test on Saturday. (AP)

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Published on Dec 07, 2024 07:03 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

With pink ball, we will always fancy our chances: India assistant coach

India faces a tough challenge on Day 1 of the Adelaide Test, despite a promising start from young batsman Nitish Reddy. The game remains open.

India's captain Rohit Sharma is dismissed by Australia's Scott Boland during the day one of the second Test match against Australia at the Adelaide Oval in Adelaide. (AP)

Cricket

Updated on Dec 06, 2024 09:41 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

From Perth to Adelaide: A Starc difference

Mitchell Starc's stellar bowling led Australia to dominate India in the second Test, dismissing them for 180 and claiming 6 wickets on Day 1.

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Updated on Dec 06, 2024 08:26 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

India vs Australia: All set for a twilight test in pink

The first day-night pink-ball Test in Adelaide in 2015 has evolved, challenging players with its unique conditions, impacting their performance and strategies.

Rohit Sharma addresses the media ahead of the second Test in Adelaide on Thursday. (AFP)

Cricket

Updated on Dec 05, 2024 09:25 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Rohit drops to middle-order, lets Rahul open

Rohit Sharma prioritizes team success by batting in the middle order, showcasing leadership ahead of the second Test against Australia.

Skipper Rohit Sharma during a training session at the Adelaide Oval ahead of the second Test on Thursday. (AFP)

Cricket

Updated on Dec 05, 2024 09:14 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Australia bowlers get ready to turn things around vs India

Off-spinner Nathon Lyon, the most successful home bowler at the Adelaide Oval, is quietly confidence of a comeback

Nathan Lyon is the most successful Australian bowler at the Adelaide Oval with 63 wickets in 13 Test matches- (AFP)

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Updated on Dec 04, 2024 07:43 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

36 all out: Aussies say no to mental disintegration tactics

Routing India for their Test low total four years ago in Adelaide is not really in the minds of the beleaguered home team

Jasprit Bumrah and Josh Hazlewood after India’s Perth Test win. Hazlewood’s 5/8 saw Australia skittle out India for 36 in 2020-21 Adelaide Test. (BCCI - X)

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Published on Dec 04, 2024 06:24 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

India v Australia: Batting for KL Rahul as Test opener

Given his focus, clarity and that he isn’t a stop-gap opener, if one were to take a punt, Rahul should continue to bat at the top in Adelaide

KL Rahul bats in the tour game between the Indians and the Australian PM XI in Canberra. All focus is on whether he will continue to open in the Adelaide Test. (AFP)

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Published on Dec 04, 2024 06:07 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

India v Australia: 6mm grass, rain, pink ball and Op Twilight

If there’s an opportunity to get the new ball under lights it’ll be tricky, says the Adelaide Oval curator

India bowling spearhead Jasprit Bumrah will look to exploit the extra movement the pink ball provides in the second Test against Australia starting at the Adelaide Oval on Friday. (REUTERS)

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Published on Dec 04, 2024 05:54 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Rohit Sharma looks to get footing right under Adelaide lights

Indian captain will be back to leading the team in day/night Test starting Friday after missing the first Test in Perth

Rohit Sharma had a short stay at the crease in the match against Australian Prime Minister's XI at Manuka Oval in Canberra. (AFP)

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Published on Dec 03, 2024 09:27 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Fans queue up to watch ‘rockstar’ Indian team

Adelaide's open training session drew massive Indian crowds, showcasing cricket's unique connection with fans, unlike typical practice events elsewhere.

Fans gathered in large numbers to watch the Indian players during an ‘open training session’ in Adelaide on Tuesday ahead of the second Test against Australia. (HT Photo)

Cricket

Updated on Dec 03, 2024 08:13 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

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On Day 3 of the Brisbane Test, India struggled with batting, slipping to 51/4, while Australia set a challenging score of 445 amid rain delays.

The Aussie stalwart hits 101, ending a 24-innings wait to get a Test century, against India in the Brisbane Test

The left-hander smashed a second consecutive century and the former Aussie skipper regained form, leaving India to toil on Day 2 of the 3rd Test

On Day 1 of the third Test, India’s spin selection raised questions, with Jadeja picked over Ashwin and Washington, despite varying performances.

India pacers took a while to get their direction right, but only 13.2 overs could be bowled on Day 1 at the Gabba

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant were all in action, putting the reserve bowlers through their paces at optional nets session

As cricket moves to Brisbane with the teams level, there is a certain sense of the series reaching a tipping point

Rishabh Pant's iconic boundary at Gabba in 2021 remains unforgettable, symbolizing India's historic Test victory against Australia and his audacious style.

In Brisbane, India's cricket team, led by Virat Kohli, trains hard to bounce back after a 10-wicket defeat, while Australia faces injury concerns.

India, anxious to recover after the Adelaide setback, return to the venue of one of their great Test triumphs

Travis Head inflicted pain on India in the Adelaide Test; numbers shows the short ball on a channel could stop him

India prepares for the third Test in Brisbane, considering lineup changes after a disappointing Adelaide Test, focusing on Rohit Sharma's batting position.

A trip to the neighbourhood off Adelaide where India’s tormentor learnt the game, and ditched the keeping gloves

Mohammed Shami is unlikely to be rushed into the India-Australia series while Rohit Sharma wants other pacers to step up

Mohammed Siraj and Travis Head's on-field banter sparks debate on sledging in cricket, highlighting the fine line between aggression and sportsmanship.

The heavy Adelaide Test defeat has again exposed a batting line-up that dominates but can also slump without a fight

India batters cave in again as the hosts win by 10 wickets on the third morning, make it 8-0 in pink-ball Tests at the venue

The pacer’s frustration on dismissing the thorn in India’s flesh (140 off 141 balls) and crowd response added spice on Day 2

The aggressive left-handed batter hit a 141-ball 140 on Day 2 of the second Test, having struck match-winning tons v India in ODI World Cup and WTC final

No team is ever a finished article, you’re always looking to improve it. But when you get the superstars, you want them to go as long as they can, said Chappell

India faces a tough challenge on Day 1 of the Adelaide Test, despite a promising start from young batsman Nitish Reddy. The game remains open.

Mitchell Starc's stellar bowling led Australia to dominate India in the second Test, dismissing them for 180 and claiming 6 wickets on Day 1.

The first day-night pink-ball Test in Adelaide in 2015 has evolved, challenging players with its unique conditions, impacting their performance and strategies.

Rohit Sharma prioritizes team success by batting in the middle order, showcasing leadership ahead of the second Test against Australia.

Off-spinner Nathon Lyon, the most successful home bowler at the Adelaide Oval, is quietly confidence of a comeback

Routing India for their Test low total four years ago in Adelaide is not really in the minds of the beleaguered home team

Given his focus, clarity and that he isn’t a stop-gap opener, if one were to take a punt, Rahul should continue to bat at the top in Adelaide

If there’s an opportunity to get the new ball under lights it’ll be tricky, says the Adelaide Oval curator

Indian captain will be back to leading the team in day/night Test starting Friday after missing the first Test in Perth

Adelaide's open training session drew massive Indian crowds, showcasing cricket's unique connection with fans, unlike typical practice events elsewhere.

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