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BGT 2024-25: Ian Healy Recommends 'Body Bash' Tactics for Aussie Pacers Against Virat Kohli
Kohli has dominated earlier in red-ball cricket Down Under, averaging 54.08 and scoring six centuries from 13 Tests. He averages only 22.72 in his six Test matches this year, and Healy believes that the pace trio might test his forward defence with more directly impactful straighter ones designed to trap him in front LBW.
BGT 2024-25: Yash Dayal to Join Indian Team as Backup, Confirms Father
Chanderpal, who surfaced the revelation that Yash got a call to join the squad when he was in South Africa for the T20I series last week and joined the team on December 17, said he is hoping for his son to make his debut in the much-awaited series.
Federer's Heartfelt Letter to Nadal: 'You Made Me Enjoy the Game Even More'
The Spaniard tennis ace, known for his supremacy on the clay courts of Roland Garros, is all set to retire after the Davis Cup, drawing curtains to his remarkable career, which saw him win 22 Grand Slam titles.
Gavaskar Predicts CSK and RCB to Target KL Rahul in Upcoming IPL Auction
The LSG have retained Nicholas Pooran, Ravi Bishnoi, Mayank Yadav, Mohsin Khan, and Ayush Badoni as part of the squad while releasing the services of captain Rahul. In the meanwhile, both RCB and CSK retained three and five players respectively.
BGT 2024-25: Shastri Says First Two Matches Will Be Crucial for India
With the WTC final berth up for grabs, India would have to win four out of their five matches in Australia to ensure a place in the summit clash next year at Lord's. "India would be hurting from that defeat in that series against New Zealand as they were caught cold," Shastri said in the latest episode of The ICC Review.
Mushtaq Ali T20: Shami to Lead Bengal Bowling Attack, Gharami Appointed Captain
On Monday, the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) also announced Sudip Kr Gharami as the young batter who would be leading Bengal for the tournament. This means, there are very few chances of Shami dashing off to Australia to be part Indian squad at least for the first couple of matches.
Champions Trophy 2025: PCB Chairman Says They Are Still Waiting for ICC's Response on BCCI's Refusal to Travel to Pakistan
The PCB wrote to the ICC, seeking clarification and details regarding the decision communicated by the BCCI to the governing body. The PCB has asked for a written response from the BCCI along with the date it officially informed the ICC of its position. Amidst the ongoing uncertainty around the tournament, Naqvi expressed confidence in hosting the first ICC event in Pakistan since 1996.
BGT 2024-25: Vaughan Questions How to Get into Competitive Mindset as India Skips Warm-Up Games
India has deviated from their last two touring parties of Australia, during which they warmed up in competitive exhibition matches against home teams to get ready for the caustic conditions Down Under. In both the 2018/19 and 2020/21 tours India played these matches in preparation for the series, winning both historic tests series in Australia.
BGT 2024-25: Lyon Says Victory Over India in WTC Final Should Boost Confidence
Australia defeated India by 209 runs to win the second edition of the ICC World Test Championship at The Oval in June 2023, marking its maiden win of the two-year championship cycle.
Kohli to Gain Extra Confidence from Past Consistent Performances in Perth and Adelaide: Gavaskar
Kohli averages just 22.72 in his six Test matches this year, way below his average of 54.08 in Tests in Australia and his overall career average of 47.83. He comes into his fifth Australia tour after making just 91 runs in India’s 3-0 series defeat to New Zealand at home earlier this month.
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