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South Africa Secures Spot in Maiden World Test Championship Final with Thrilling Victory Over Pakistan
Before the start of the Boxing Day Test in Centurion, South Africa were on the top of the standings for the next year's summit clash at Lord's. A win against Pakistan ensured that they would finish the standings in the top two to secure a place in their maiden WTC final.
4th Test India Struggles at 333 in 340Run Chase as Rohit Rahul and Kohli Depart Early
An unrelenting Pat Cummins took 2-10 off nine overs, removing Rohit for nine and KL Rahul for a duck in quick succession on the fifth morning at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Bumrah's Fifer Restricts Australia, Sets India a 340-Run Target in Fourth Test
India's star pacer Jasprit Bumrah (5/57) led the show as expected while Mohammed Siraj (3/70) and Ravindra Jadeja (1/33) did quite well to complement him. He had gone into the record books on Sunday itself as he completed his 200 wickets.
Watch | ‘This One’s for You, Dad’: Nitish Reddy’s Heartfelt Post After Maiden Test Century
The crucial juncture at which Nitish made his first Test century came on the third day of the Boxing Day Test. Walking in with India reeling, Nitish's innings of unbeaten 105 stabilised the team and reflected temperament as well as skill under pressure. He faced 171 balls, with 10 boundaries and a six in the innings.
‘Young Indian with Every Shot in the Book’: Boland Praises Nitish Reddy
Reddy made an unbeaten 105 as India reached 358 for nine in their first innings, and more importantly gave the side a chance to salvage the fourth Test here.
PM Modi Meets World Chess Champion D. Gukesh, Hails Him as 'India's Pride'
Taking to X, PM Modi wrote, "Had an excellent interaction with chess champion and India's pride, @DGukesh! I have been closely interacting with him for a few years now, and what strikes me most about him is his determination and dedication. His confidence is truly inspiring.".
4th Test: Nitish Kumar Reddy Shines with Impressive Maiden Test Century to Lead India’s Charge
Playing only his fourth Test, Reddy was astute in his strokeplay and solid in defence as he joined hands with fellow all-rounder Washington Sundar, who hit a patient fifty, for a decisive 127-run stand for the eighth wicket, as India ended day three at 358/9 in 116 overs and trailed Australia by 116 runs.
India at 326/7 at Tea on Day 3 at MCG
Thanks to Reddy's 119-ball knock and Washington Sundar's unbeaten 40, India were at 326 for seven when bad light and a drizzle forced the umpires to take tea before the scheduled time at the MCG.
Gavaskar Urges for Siraj's Dropping, Calls for 'Brutal Honesty' with the Bowler
Siraj, who was a vital cog in the 2021 Border-Gavaskar Trophy series win, has not been up to the mark in the ongoing series, having taken 13 wickets in seven innings and not being fierce enough with the new ball, causing extra burden on Jasprit Bumrah’s shoulders.
Smith Highlights the Distinction Between 'Out of Form and Out of Runs' After MCG Century
After resuming on an overnight score of 68 not out, Smith went to score a brilliant 140 off 197. His innings was laced with 13 boundaries and three sixes as he moved level with greats Sunil Gavaskar and Brian Lara in the list of most Test centuries with his 34th ton.
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