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"I have no regrets": Konstas reflects on his shoulder bumping incident with Kohli

Young Australian batting sensation Sam Konstas opened up on his shoulder bumping incident with top India batter Virat Kohli during the Boxing Day Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and said that he has "no regrets".

Published on Jan 21, 2025 02:02 PM IST
ANI |

‘Virat Kohli was frustrated... Sam Konstas got his skin’: Ex-AUS star

Haddin claimed that Kohli was frustrated with his game during the series, and Konstas did manage to get under his skin during the contest.

India's Virat Kohli, right, talks to Australia's Sam Konstas, left, as Australia's Usman Khawaja, looks on during play on the first day of the fourth cricket Test between Australia and India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.(AP)
Published on Jan 08, 2025 09:12 AM IST

We've probably seen Rohit Sharma for last time in Test cricket: Gavaskar, Shastri

We've probably seen Rohit Sharma for last time in Test cricket: Gavaskar, Shastri

We've probably seen Rohit Sharma for last time in Test cricket: Gavaskar, Shastri
Published on Jan 03, 2025 08:22 AM IST
PTI |

Gambhir confirms ‘debate with players inside dressing room’ but refuses

India head coach Gautam Gambhir said what happens inside the dressing room should remain there while refusing reports of an internal rift as “not true”.

India's head coach Gautam Gambhir speaks at a press conference ahead of the fifth Test in Sydney(AFP)
Updated on Jan 02, 2025 09:09 AM IST

Clarke defends great guy Kohli's actions: ‘He was getting frustrated with Sam…'

Virat Kohli was fined 20 per cent of his match fee by the ICC for the on-field altercation with Australian youngster Sam Konstas. 

India's Virat Kohli, talks to Australia's Sam Konstas, second left, as Australia's Usman Khawaja, right, looks on during play on the first day of the fourth cricket test between Australia and India(AP)
Updated on Jan 02, 2025 06:41 AM IST

'Virat Kohli trying to be antagonistic': Finch's bizarre theory for IND star

Aaron Finch, who has played Virat Kohli at RCB in the past, said that the 36-year-old is trying to pick a fight to get the best out of himself.

India's Virat Kohli gestures to the crowd on the second day of the fourth cricket Test match between Australia and India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.(AFP)
Updated on Jan 01, 2025 09:32 PM IST

Sam Konstas was brave at top, but other…: Warner unimpressed with senior stars

Warner was highly impressed with Konstas' positive approach at the start of the innings and said that the seniors could have also shown the same braveness.

Sam Konstas slammed a fine fifty on his debut.(AFP)
Updated on Dec 31, 2024 05:18 PM IST

'Nitish did well… never going to be as good as Gill': Sanjay slams selection

However, Sanjay Manjrekar feels the Nitish gamble paid well, as the young all-rounder scored a brilliant century to rescue the visitors in the first innings.

Shubman was left out of India's XI for the fourth Test against Australia.(AAP Image via REUTERS)
Published on Dec 31, 2024 01:05 PM IST

"Turning point was the wicket of Rishabh Pant": Ravi Shastri after completion of AUS-IND Melbourne Test

After the completion of the boxing-day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) between Australia and India in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, former head coach Ravi Shastri discussed the turning point of the match.

Published on Dec 31, 2024 04:16 AM IST
ANI |

MCG defeat raises crucial question: Can India take hard call on seniors?

There were questions galore, but one that was more poignant than the rest: Is it time to take a hard call on seniors Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli?

Rohit Sharma during a huddle before play on day five of the fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). (AFP)
Updated on Dec 31, 2024 07:02 AM IST
ByAshish Magotra

Bumrah only player to score perfect 10 by Australia's leading news portal

Jasprit Bumrah was the only player among the two teams who achieved the perfect rating, as even the winning side's best player - Pat Cummins managed to get 9.5.

India's Jasprit Bumrah holds up the ball as he leaves the field after taking the five wickets during play on the last day of the fourth cricket Test against Australia.(AP)
Published on Dec 30, 2024 09:43 PM IST

Rash batting sinks India in the Melbourne classic

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant pay the price for their rush of blood as Australia win fourth Test by 184 runs, go 2-1 up in the BGT series

India’s Virat Kohli is caught by Usman Khawaja (top C) in the slips on the final day of the fourth Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Monday. (AFP)
Published on Dec 30, 2024 06:28 PM IST
ByAshish Magotra

Taufel puts end to DRS controversy, explains why Jaiswal was given out

Despite no spike on the snicko, the third umpire ruled Jaiswal out, adjudging that there was a deflection off Jaiswal's gloves/bat based on the visual evidence.

India's Yashasvi Jaiswal leaves the field after being dismissed on day five of the fourth cricket Test match between Australia and India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.-(AFP)
Updated on Dec 30, 2024 05:12 PM IST

'The KING is dead': Simon Katich's brutal takedown of Kohli after flop show

Virat Kohli was dismissed for just 5 in the second innings of Boxing Day Test as India lost the match by 184 runs at MCG.

India's Virat Kohli walks off the field after losing his wicket during play on the last day of the fourth cricket Test between Australia and India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.(AP)
Updated on Dec 30, 2024 03:48 PM IST

BGT: Rohit Sharma rues missed opportunities, identifies moment that cost India Boxing Day Test match

Captain Rohit Sharma rued the missed opportunities after India endured a heavy 184-run defeat in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne against Australia on Monday.

BGT: Rohit Sharma rues missed opportunities, identifies moment that cost India Boxing Day Test match
Updated on Dec 30, 2024 01:37 PM IST
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Bumrah turns into Marsh's nightmare since AUS all-rounder ‘he’s coming’ joke

Meanwhile, Marsh escaped Bumrah's wrath in the first two Tests, but before the Brisbane Test, he made a joke on that in the press conference.

Australia's Mitchell Marsh (C) looks behind after edging a ball from India's Jasprit Bumrah on day four of the fourth cricket Test.(AFP)
Updated on Dec 30, 2024 07:21 AM IST

‘Whatever people are saying, it can go to hell’: Shastri's advice for Kohli

Ravi Shastri advised Virat Kohli to shut the outside noise and stay focused on being disciplined while batting.

Ravi Shastri, who shared a great camaraderie with Virat Kohli, advised him to stay disciplined while batting.(PTI)
Published on Dec 29, 2024 08:35 PM IST

MCG Test: India fail to cash in on Bumrah’s brilliance

The fast bowler had Australia reeling on Day 4 but dropped catches let the hosts build a 333-run lead

India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah celebrates the wicket of Australia opener Sam Konstas on Day 4 of the MCG Test on Sunday. (AFP)
Published on Dec 29, 2024 08:01 PM IST
ByAshish Magotra

Manjrekar dissects how desperation leads Siraj to bounce back: ‘When you push…'

Sanjay Manjrekar was impressed with Siraj's performance on Day 4 and said that his desperation for success brought out the best in him.

India's Mohammed Siraj celebrates the dismissal of Australia's Marnus Labuschagne during Day 4 of the fourth Test.(BCCI- X)
Published on Dec 29, 2024 05:07 PM IST

'Don't sit back and hide behind Bumrah': Rohit Sharma's animated chat with Siraj

A video went viral on X, where Rohit Sharma can be seen having an animated chat with Mohammed Siraj during the team huddle at drinks break.

Rohit Sharma had an animated chat with Mohammed Siraj during the drinks break.(X Images)
Updated on Dec 30, 2024 11:56 PM IST

‘Ego took over…’: Sunil Gavaskar clarifies his fiery criticism of ‘stupid’ Pant

Sunil Gavaskar said he is extremely passionate about Indian cricket as he explained his criticism of Rishabh Pant's dismissal in the Melbourne Test. 

Sunil Gavaskar gave an explanation after his criticism of Rishabh Pant's dismissal went viral on social media.
Updated on Dec 30, 2024 07:37 AM IST

Australian tail wags after Bumrah magic, Test at MCG poised for exciting finish

Australian tail wags after Bumrah magic, Test at MCG poised for exciting finish

Australian tail wags after Bumrah magic, Test at MCG poised for exciting finish
Published on Dec 29, 2024 01:19 PM IST
PTI |

'It always comes back to bite you': Hussey merciless after Bumrah cleans Konstas

Michael Hussey and Mark Waugh commented on Jasprit Bumrah's send-off of Sam Konstas, and how the debutant would need to be prepared for such situations.

Jasprit Bumrah gave Sam Konstas a send-off after bowling him in the second innings of the MCG Test.(AFP)
Published on Dec 29, 2024 11:51 AM IST

Nitish reveals reason behind helmet-on-bat celebration after maiden Test ton

Nitish Kumar Reddy celebrated his maiden ton in style by planting his bat on the field as a stand, putting his helmet on it, and saluting.

India's Nitish Kumar Reddy celebrates his century as Mohammed Siraj looks on.(AAP Image via REUTERS)
Published on Dec 29, 2024 06:10 AM IST

Lyon is a 'taklu': Ex-AUS cricketer makes shocking remarks; Gilchrist in shock

The ex-Australian cricketer revealed that he was once called ‘taklu’ by Indian fans on social media, and he chose the same for Lyon.

Australia's Nathan Lyon celebrates the wicket of India's Washington Sundar on day three of the fourth Test against Australia.(AFP)
Published on Dec 28, 2024 08:38 PM IST

Manjrekar criticises Jadeja's technique vs spinners after flop show at MCG

Manjrekar asserted that Jadeja looked comfortable with his technique against the pace bowlers, but was misjudging the spinner and got dismissed by Lyon.

Australia's Nathan Lyon (3rd L) appeals for LBW against India's Ravindra Jadeja on the third day of the fourth Test.(AFP)
Published on Dec 28, 2024 07:24 PM IST

Boland provides update on Mitchell Starc after his fitness struggle on Day 3

Scott Boland revealed that Mitchell Starc had a niggle but he is fine and will take part in the rest of the match.

Scott Boland shares an update on Mitchell Starc's fitness.(AFP)
Published on Dec 28, 2024 06:00 PM IST

Anushka Sharma is all smiles as she poses with Nitish Kumar Reddy's family

Nitish Kumar Reddy grabbed all attention with his first international century against Australia on Day 3 of the Boxing Day Test.

Anushka Sharma is currently in Australia to support husband Virat Kohli and Team India.
Updated on Dec 28, 2024 06:33 PM IST

Nitish teary-eyed as father, mother overcome with emotions at his room door

Nitish Kumar Reddy got teary-eyed as his father, mother and sister were overcome with emotions after he scored a century against Australia in Melbourne. 

Nitish Kumar Reddy got teary-eyed as his family came to meet him after he scored a century against Australia in Melbourne. (BCCI - X )
Updated on Dec 28, 2024 08:25 PM IST

Nitish acknowledges Siraj's effort in his maiden Test century in pacer's style

Nitish Reddy played it over mid-on to reach his maiden Test century with a boundary at iconic MCG and hugged Siraj who was batting on other end.

India's Nitish Kumar Reddy (L) celebrates with Mohammed Siraj after passing 100 on day three of the fourth cricket Test match against Australia.(AFP)
Published on Dec 28, 2024 04:56 PM IST
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