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Ravindra Jadeja ruled out of fourth and final Test with dislocated thumb
Jadeja captured four wickets in Australia's first innings and scored 28 not out. He did not bowl in the second innings and was not required to bat a second time around as the third Test ended in a draw. He was, however, seen sitting in the Indian dressing room with batting pads on Monday, an indication that he would have batted if required.
Cricket never discriminates: Tendulkar condemns SCG racial abuse
The Indian team had apprised match referee David Boon of alleged racial abuse of players -- Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj -- by a section of the SCG crowd at the end of the third day's play. The incident again took place on Sunday following which six people were evicted from the stand just before Tea during Australia's second innings on Day Four.
Ind vs Aus, SydneyTest: 4 Players who saved the day for India with their brilliant performances
Trailing by 309 runs at the beginning of day 5, the Indian team lost Ajinkya Rahane early to Nathon Lyon’s delivery, but the Partnership of Pujara-Pant’ heroics and Vihari-Ashwin’ reselience helped India to lead 3rd test into a draw
Sydney Test: R Ashwin couldn't stand up straight on Day 5 morning, reveals wife
Despite that, Ashwin, along with Hanuma Vihari (23* off 161 balls), showed great grit and resilience to help India secure a famous draw at the Sydney Cricket Ground and set up a compelling finale to the ongoing four-match series later this week.
Uganda to host international badminton championship in February
Simon Mugabi, the executive director of the Uganda Badminton Association said in an interview that the championship will be held under strict adherence to the Covid-19 prevention measures.
Sydney Test: Really happy with the fight we showed, says Ajinkya Rahane
Chasing a mammoth target of 407, India reached 334/5 batting for 131 overs before both the teams decided to shake hands on the final day of the Test match. Australia had posted 338 in their first innings and then bowled out India for 244, thus attaining a 94-run lead. The hosts declared their second innings at 312/6, setting a 407-run target.
Sydney Test: Tough one to swallow, says Tim Paine after match ends in a draw
Chasing a mammoth target of 407, India reached 334/5 after batting for 131 overs, riding on gritty innings of Rishabh Pant (97), Cheteshwar Pujara (77), Ravichandran Ashwin (39*) and Hanuma Vihari (23*) before both the teams decided to shake hands on the final day of the Test match. Starting the day having an edge over the visitors, Australia dropped many catches, including three by Paine himself as they ended taking just three wickets during the entire fifth day of the Test match.
Sydney Test: Hanuma Vihari, R Ashwin battle it out as India draw 3rd Test against Australia
Chasing a mammoth target of 407, India reached 334/5 after batting for 131 overs before both the teams decided to shake hands on the final day of the Test match. Vihari, who batted with a sore hamstring throughout the course of his innings, showed great resilience and remained unbeaten on 23 after facing 161 deliveries.
Rahul Dravid Turns 48: Wishes pour in for 'The Wall'
Dravid, widely regarded as a Test specialist, had a fantastic career in both ODIs and Tests as he finished his career with over 10,000 runs each in both formats. He played 164 Tests, 344 ODIs and 1 T20I in which he scored 13288, 10889 and 31 runs respectively.
Aus Vs Ind: Fourth Test to be played in Brisbane, confirms Cricket Australia
Over the last two weeks, there had been doubts over the final Test after reports emerging about Team India expressing their reluctance to travel to Brisbane due to harsher bio-security protocols. However, CA interim CEO Nick Hockley on Monday confirmed that the Indian team has agreed to travel to Brisbane.
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