Australia-India smash Bradman-era crowd record The MCG smashed the all-time attendance record for a Test in Australia before lunch on day five, topping an 87-year-old record. AAP · Dec 30, 2024
IND vs AUS: Jasprit Bumrah breaks Shoaib Akhtar's record NEW DELHI: Jasprit Bumrah has etched his name in history by surpassing Shoaib Akhtar's record of 12 five-wicket hauls in Test cricket. With his 13th five-wicket haul in the Boxing Day Test against Australi at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Bumrah has now taken his tally to 203 wickets from 44… The Times of India · Dec 30, 2024
Jasprit Bumrah gives death stare to Nathan Lyon after rattling his stumps at MCG - WATCH NEW DELHI: Star pacer Jasprit Bumrah produced a magnificent five-wicket haul to bowl Australia out for 234, leaving India with a challenging 340-run target on the final day of the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Monday. The Times of India · Dec 29, 2024
Australia v India: fourth men’s cricket Test, day five – as it happened Australia take 2-1 lead in Border-Gavaskar series with tense 184-run win on day five of record-breaking Boxing Day Test The Guardian - AU · Dec 29, 2024
MCG magic! Nathan Lyon and Scott Boland revive Pakistan's 1961 feat vs Team India NEW DELHI: A gritty partnership of over 50 runs for the final wicket between Nathan Lyon and Scott Boland left India exasperated as Australia extended their lead to over 300 runs on day four of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The Times of India · Dec 29, 2024
His cricket was fierce but 156 summers later, has Australia done justice to Johnny Mullagh? Trailblazer whose name adorns the prize for player of the Boxing Day Test would be shocked at the lack of Indigenous Test cricketers in Australia’s history The Guardian - AU · Dec 29, 2024
ICC Awards 2024: Complete list of categories and nominees NEW DELHI: As a blockbuster 2024 cricketing season comes to a close, it is now that time of year when the International Cricket Council (ICC) recognizes the exceptional performances of players -- both men and women -- at the annual ICC Awards. The Times of India · Dec 29, 2024
'Some people doubted me, I just want to prove them wrong': Nitish Reddy after a gritty century at MCG NEW DELHI: Nitish Reddy's brilliant century at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) has silenced critics who doubted his ability to excel in Test cricket. The 21-year-old, with 293 runs in six innings at an average of over 58, has shown he belongs at the highest level. His knock of 114… The Times of India · Dec 29, 2024
Arshdeep Singh nominated for ICC T20I Cricketer of the Year NEW DELHI: India's left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh has been shortlisted for the ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year award after a stellar year on the international stage. The nomination recognizes his pivotal role in India’s success, including a memorable performance during their T20 World Cup triumph in Barbados. Arshdeep… The Times of India · Dec 29, 2024
'One or two good partnerships': Nitish Kumar Reddy believes India can stage a historic chase against Australia at MCG NEW DELHI: India's young all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy shone brightly at the Melbourne Cricket Ground with his maiden Test century, a sublime 114 that anchored India's innings and gave them a fighting chance in the gripping fourth Test against Australia. Reddy's knock, coupled with Jasprit Bumrah's fiery 4-56, left the… The Times of India · Dec 29, 2024
EXCLUSIVE | War-torn Ukraine to cheering on brother Nitish Kumar Reddy at the MCG: Tejaswi Reddy's story is one of resilience MELBOURNE: When Russia invaded Ukraine back in 2022, the escalated tensions in the region resulted in a lot of Indian students getting stranded. Thousands were pursuing higher studies in-and-around the region and India cricketer Nitish Kumar Reddy's sister Tejaswi was one of them. Studying medicine, Nitish's elder sister managed to… The Times of India · Dec 29, 2024
'Poor kid needs reassurance, not blank stares or frustration': Ex-Australia cricketers to Rohit Sharma after Yashasvi Jaiswal's drop catches NEW DELHI: Young Indian cricketer Yashasvi Jaiswal found himself at the center of attention on Day 4 of the Boxing Day Test after dropping three crucial catches, but the overwhelming response from former players and experts has been one of empathy and encouragement. The Times of India · Dec 29, 2024
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Sri Lanka in New Zealand 2024/2025 Follow all the action from Bay Oval The Independent UK · Dec 29, 2024
Roar after Nitish Reddy's hundred at MCG delights Cricket Australia India's all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy scored a famous hundred in his debut Test series, which left the Melbourne Cricket Ground buzzing as the strong presence of Indian fans in the stands on Day 3 of the Boxing Day Test roared together in celebration. The Times of India · Dec 29, 2024
The Times of India · Dec 29, 2024 'Kone se, kone se': How Virat Kohli's instruction helped Mohammed Siraj dismiss Steve Smith at MCG NEW DELHI: In a moment of strategic genius, veteran India batter Virat Kohli's on-field instructions played a pivotal role in Mohammed Siraj dismissing Australia's batting maestro Steve Smith on Day 4 of the fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The dismissal proved crucial in denting Australia’s second innings and…
The Times of India · Dec 29, 2024 'If he doesn't make runs in second innings ...': Former Australia batter warns Rohit Sharma NEW DELHI: Former Australian cricketer Mark Waugh has issued a blunt ultimatum to Indian captain Rohit Sharma, asserting that the second innings of the ongoing Melbourne Test could determine the veteran's future in Test cricket. Waugh's comments come amid Sharma's extended batting slump and growing criticism of his leadership during…
The Times of India · Dec 29, 2024 200 wickets at sub-20 average! Jasprit Bumrah rewrites Test cricket history NEW DELHI: India's pace ace Jasprit Bumrah carved his place in cricketing history on Sunday, becoming the bowler with the best average among those with 200 or more Test wickets. Bumrah also emerged as the fastest Indian pacer to reach the 200-wicket milestone in Test cricket.
The Times of India · Dec 29, 2024 Boxing Day Test: Melbourne matinee starring Nitish Kumar Reddy as 'Pushpa' after 50 and 'Bahubali' after 100 HYDERABAD: When Nitish Kumar Reddy knelt down at the Melbourne Cricket Ground to celebrate his century against Australia on Saturday, he stood taller than a giant. It was also his way of telling the world where he came from — the land of Telugu movies or Tollywood — which shapes…
The Times of India · Dec 29, 2024 Watch: Nitish Reddy's father touches Sunil Gavaskar's feet, gets a warm hug from the legend Heartwarming scenes were witnessed at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Sunday, when India's latest Test centurion Nitish Kumar Reddy's father, Mutyala Reddy, bowed to batting legend Sunil Gavaskar and touched his feet.
The Guardian - AU · Dec 28, 2024 Australia v India: fourth men’s cricket Test, day four – as it happened Over-by-over report: A brave 10th-wicket partnership has given Australia a lead of 333 runs and set up a thrilling run chase for India on the final day
The Times of India · Dec 28, 2024 'Calm down': Ravi Shastri on Rishabh Pant's bizarre dismissal at MCG NEW DELHI: India’s star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant came under fire after playing a risky shot that led to his dismissal during a crucial phase of Day 3 in the fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Pant’s dismissal has once again highlighted the fine line between aggression and recklessness, with…
The Guardian - AU · Dec 28, 2024 Kabaddi fever hits Melbourne as part of two nations’ sporting symbiosis Showcase for India’s second most popular sport beefs up Australia links across town from box-office Test match
The Times of India · Dec 28, 2024 After 733 days, Babar Azam finally breaks unwanted streak in Test cricket NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam on Saturday ended an unwanted streak, notching up a half-century in Test cricket after a gap of 733 days.
The Times of India · Dec 28, 2024 Andhra Cricket Association announces Rs 25 lakh cash award for Nitish Reddy NEW DELHI: The Andhra Cricket Association on Saturday announced a cash reward of Rs 25 lakh for rising star Nitish Reddy for his impressive Test century during the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.
The Times of India · Dec 28, 2024 Boxing Day Test: MCG sets another attendance record, sees biggest Day 3 crowd since 1937 NEW DELHI: The blockbuster Boxing Day Test on Saturday created yet another attendance record as the third day of the India vs Australia fourth game saw a record 83,073 viewers at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.