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'I'd put my life and last dollar on Virat': Justin Langer picks Kohli over Tendulkar and Lara

NEW DELHI: Modern-day great Virat Kohli may be struggling in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, but former Australian batter and head coach Justin Langer still regards him as the best batter he has ever witnessed.

The Times of India

'We are all positive': Washington Sundar confident of India's fightback despite setbacks at MCG

NEW DELHI: India's all-rounder Washington Sundar has expressed optimism about his team's chances despite finding themselves in a challenging position at the end of the second day of the fourth Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

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'I thought we were in for a bit of a masterclass': Steve Smith praises Virat Kohli's patience before dramatic collapse at MCG

NEW DELHI: Australia's star batter Steve Smith lauded Virat Kohli's discipline and Yashasvi Jaiswal's aggression after a dramatic second day of the fourth Test at the MCG saw India's innings derailed by a mix-up between the two batters.

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Explained: How many runs do India need to avoid follow-on in Boxing Day Test at MCG

NEW DELHI: India found themselves in a challenging position, trailing by 230 runs with only three wickets in hand (244 for 7) at lunch on Day 3 against Australia (474) in the Boxing Day Test.

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IND vs AUS: Nathan Lyon labels Yashasvi Jaiswal's run-out 'one of the best barbecues'

NEW DELHI: Australia’s veteran spinner Nathan Lyon couldn't hide his amusement at the dramatic run-out of Yashasvi Jaiswal during the second day of the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne on Friday, calling it "one of the best barbecues I've seen."

The Times of India

There's difference between being out of runs and out of form: Steve Smith

NEW DELHI: Australian batting stalwart Steve Smith maintained his confidence despite a lengthy period without significant scores, asserting he was never out of form but merely short of runs.

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Pat Cummins conjures special delivery as Australia heap pressure on India

Australia captain strikes before India suffer damaging run-out and Scott Boland claims two late wickets on day two of the fourth Test

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Virat Kohli-Yashasvi Jaiswal mix-up and the collapse: How madness unfolded in last 30 minutes at MCG

MELBOURNE: In just 28 deliveries, India lost the advantage they had built for most of the afternoon at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). From a solid 153/2, the visitors collapsed to 159/5 in what was a mad period of 30 minutes on Day 2 of the ongoing Boxing Day Test…

The Times of India

IND vs AUS, 4th Test Day 2 Highlights: India stare down the barrel after another familiar collapse at MCG

NEW DELHI: A familiar collapse unfolded for India as they were left reeling at 164/5 on day two of the fourth Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday. The turning point came with the inexplicable run-out of Yashasvi Jaiswal, who was in sublime touch. A mix-up with…

The Times of India

Virat Kohli loses 'game of patience' against Australia, falls to outside off-stump line yet again

NEW DELHI: He was quite disciplined not to play the shot outside off-stump, which has become a major problem for him, for most of the innings, but still Virat Kohli's gritty innings came to a disappointing end in the closing minutes of the second day of the fourth Test of…

The Times of India

Captaincy, clarity, and confidence: Rohit Sharma in turmoil

MELBOURNE: India's morning-and-a-half at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Friday (27 December) felt like an endless drag. Not that we haven't seen many under Rohit Sharma's captaincy already, but this one was a step ahead as the visitors just let the game slip away and had a terrible period…

The Times of India

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IND vs AUS: Day after 'shoulder-bump', Virat Kohli inspires team and fans on Day 2 at MCG - Watch

NEW DELHI: A day after being fined for shoulder-bumping 19-year-old Australian debutant Sam Konstas, Indian cricket star Virat Kohli showcased his leadership by giving a pep talk to the team ahead of the second day of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

The Times of India

Rohit Sharma's form directly impacting his captaincy: Former chief selector

NEW DELHI: India captain Rohit Sharma's woeful form continued with another dismissal for a low score in the Boxing Day Test against Australia at the MCG on Friday.

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Ravi Shastri slams Australian media as Virat Kohli faces heat after shoulder-bumping incident

NEW DELHI: During the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Indian cricketer Virat Kohli was involved in a shoulder-bumping incident with Australian debutant Sam Konstas. This incident has drawn considerable attention from the Australian media.

The Times of India

Young and courageous: Australia gets a new star

Debutant Sam Konstas, 19, gives Bumrah the charge and his team the cushion to dominate Day 1

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De Minaur not out to replicate United Cup fairytale

Australia's United Cup campaign will begin in Sydney against Argentina, with world No.9 Alex de Minaur primed to star again at Ken Rosewall Arena.

The Independent UK

Japan Cabinet OKs record defense budget as it pushes strike-back capability to deter regional threat

The Japanese Cabinet has approved a record 8.7 trillion yen ($55 billion) defense budget plan for 2025 as Japan accelerates building up its strike-back capability with long-range cruise missiles and starts deploying Tomahawks to further fortify the country against growing threat from China, North Korea and Russia

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IND vs AUS: Steve Smith's majestic innings ends in bizarre fashion at the MCG - Watch

NEW DELHI: It was an eventful day for Steve Smith on the second day of the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday. The Australian batter etched his name in the record books by becoming the most successful century-maker against India in Test cricket,…

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'It's a slap on the wrist': Sunil Gavaskar on Virat Kohli's penalty

NEW DELHI: India batting superstar Virat Kohli was fined 20 percent of his match fee and given a demerit point by the ICC for a Level One breach of the ICC code of conduct following a fiery face-off with opener Sam Konstas on the first day of the Boxing Day…

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Steve Smith becomes most successful century-maker against India in Tests

NEW DELHI: Australia's star batter Steve Smith created history on Friday, becoming the most successful century-maker against India in Test cricket. Smith achieved the milestone with his 11th century against India during the second day of the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).

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'Not harsh enough': Ricky Ponting criticises Virat Kohli's fine for Sam Konstas incident

NEW DELHI: Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has expressed disappointment over the 20 percent match fee fine imposed on Indian batting star Virat Kohli for his altercation with debutant Sam Konstas, arguing that the punishment handed down by the ICC "is not harsh enough."

AAP

Test retirement date on hold for opener Khawaja

Australia opener Usman Khawaja knows the end of his Test career is coming soon, but adds he does not know when it might happen.

The Times of India

IND vs AUS: Why India players are wearing black armbands on Day 2 in MCG Test

NEW DELHI: On the second day of the fourth Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the Indian cricket team wore black armbands to pay tribute to Dr. Manmohan Singh, the former Prime Minister of India, who passed away in New Delhi.

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Storms may pose new fire threat after states scorched

After scorching heat hit eastern Australia, severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued which may bring another fire threat - lightning.

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