NEW DELHI: The fourth Test between India and Australia at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) marks a crucial juncture in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT). Both teams find themselves grappling with similar challenges: batting inconsistencies, an aging core, and questions over the effectiveness of recent changes. For India, Ravichandran Ashwin’s unexpected retirement casts a long…
Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar NEW DELHI: India’s batting star Virat Kohli might be enduring a lean patch with the bat, but all eyes will once again be on him when India take on Australia in the fourth Test of the five-match series at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) starting December 26.Kohli, who already boasts…
NEW DELHI: With the third Test between India and Australia for the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy ending in a draw at The Gabba in Brisbane, the series is level at 1-1.The fourth Test of the series is the traditional Boxing Day Test to be held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) from December 26.The official broadcaster…
File photo of India spinner R Ashwin. (Getty Images) R Ashwin, India’s leading off-spinner, unexpectedly announced his retirement from all formats of international cricket on Wednesday. This announcement came amidst the ongoing Test series against Australia.Ashwin’s heartfelt video message, accompanied by a poignant Tamil song, reveals a personal side of the cricketer. The lyrics speak…
Mumbai defeated Madhya Pradesh by five wickets in Bengaluru on Sunday to win the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Mumbai’s collective batting strength proved too much for a spirited MP side.Mumbai chased down a target of 175, reaching 180 for five in 17.5 overs. The slightly tacky pitch offered some challenges, but Mumbai ultimately prevailed.This victory…
A debatable incident unfolded during the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy final. Venkatesh Iyer‘s dismissal sparked controversy after a catch by Ajinkya Rahane.Iyer, appearing comfortable at the crease, had scored 17 runs off just 9 deliveries. His brief innings included a six and a four. He attempted a cut shot towards backward point off a short,…
