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IND vs AUS 4th Test: India slip after Jasprit Bumrah blitz at MCG

Dec 30, 2024India's pace attack impressed on Day 4 of the MCG Test but their dependence on Jasprit Bumrah showed as fatigue set in. Australia, recovering from 91/6, ended the day at 228/9. Marnus Labuschagne's resilience and India's missed chances were pivotal. With a lead of 333, Australia's tail-enders Lyon and Boland added crucial runs.

Boxing Day Test: Tall order on tricky pitch as India stare at tough chase vs Australia

Dec 30, 2024India faces a challenging task of chasing over 333 runs on the final day of the fourth Test against Australia at the MCG. The pitch's increasing difficulty and inconsistencies pose significant obstacles. Decisions on partnerships and batting order are critical, with concerns over key players' performances. Australia's cautious approach highlights their wariness of India's chasing capability.

Rishabh Pant throws it away in moment of madness at the MCG

Dec 29, 2024Rishabh Pant's day began with promise but ended in disappointment as he played two risky shots against the run of play, leading to his cheap dismissal against Scott Boland. Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar harshly criticized Pant's shot selection, calling it 'stupid' and suggesting Pant cannot bat at No. 5 if he continues playing such risky shots.

Boxing Day Test: Nitish Kumar Reddy’s rise opens up possibilities for India

Dec 29, 2024India's tour of Australia brought spotlight to Nitish Kumar Reddy's impressive batting, unexpectedly showcasing his potential as a core batter rather than a bowling allrounder. His Test century at MCG under pressure against a strong opposition has raised questions about possible promotion up the batting order and re-evaluation of team balance.

IND vs AUS, 4th Test: 'Bahubali' Nitish Reddy scripts epic fightback at MCG

Dec 29, 2024Nitish Kumar Reddy scored his maiden Test century at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, making a significant comeback for India on the third day of the fourth Test against Australia. Coming in at No. 8 with India struggling, Reddy crafted a crucial partnership with Washington Sundar, putting on 127 runs and keeping India's hopes alive.

Steve Smith gets the old run-machine going

Dec 28, 2024Steve Smith, at 35, has revitalized his batting career with back-to-back centuries in the series, including a crucial 140 at the MCG. Despite a prolonged slump, his recent performances highlight a strategic return to form. Smith reflects confidence in his methods and expresses support for fellow batsman Virat Kohli.

Rohit Sharma faces an uncertain future should he fail in the second essay at MCG

Dec 28, 2024Captain Rohit Sharma is struggling as a Test batsman, averaging 11.07 over his past 14 innings. His recent scores and dismissals have raised concerns about his form and future in the format. India's team balance is also affected, prompting discussions on his role and potential changes ahead.

India lose way to late Boland burst after Smith guides Australia with 34th Test ton

Dec 28, 2024India's fight in the Test match at the MCG collapsed dramatically, with a crucial run-out involving Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli leading to the loss of key wickets. Jaiswal shone with 80-odd runs, but India's innings ended the day trailing by 310 runs.

Virat Kohli fined, draws flak for shoulder bumping Konstas

Dec 27, 2024Virat Kohli has been fined 20% of his match fee and received a demerit point from the ICC for inappropriate physical contact with Australia's Sam Konstas during a heated exchange. While Konstas downplayed the incident as accidental, former players criticized Kohli's actions as unnecessary and intentional.

Young and courageous: Australia gets a new star

Dec 27, 2024Debutant Sam Konstas, 19, delivered an electrifying performance against India's Jasprit Bumrah, scoring 60 off 65 balls and setting a strong foundation for Australia on Day 1 of the fourth Test. His innovative approach helped Australia reach 311/6, with timely contributions from Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, and Steve Smith.