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India haven't ruled out playing two spinners in Melbourne Test

India have kept open the option of playing the fourth Test against Australia with two spinners, considering the possibility of Melbourne pitch slowing down over the last 2-3 days of the match after undergoing wear and tear on the initial two days.

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Measles, polio detected as authorities urge caution

Health authorities are urging people to monitor for measles symptoms after an infectious case was detected while polio was also found in wastewater.

AAP

Rohit Sharma reveals why Team India had to practice on used pitches

NEW DELHI: Indian captain Rohit Sharma stated that the team practiced on used pitches and will receive new pitches for Tuesday's training session ahead of the fourth Test match against Australia in Melbourne, which is a Boxing Day Test match. In addition, he shared his thoughts on the pitch thus…

The Times of India

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'Australia ko bhi WTC final ka darr baith gaya hai'

By managing to draw the third Test in Brisbane after a gritty effort by tailenders Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah, India have given themselves the best chance to retain the Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) and get a foot inside the World Test Championship (WTC) final -- feels former Pakistan batter…

The Times of India

Mumbai's Tanush Kotian gets maiden India call-up for last two Tests against Australia

VADODARA: Mumbai's off-spinning allrounder Tanush Kotian was on Monday rewarded for his consistency in domestic cricket when he was called up by the national selectors for the last two Tests of the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy, at Melbourne and Sydney as an addition to India's squad. This is Kotian's maiden…

The Times of India

Rohit Sharma: '1-1 after three Tests a fair reflection of how both teams have played'

NEW DELHI: As India gear up for the Boxing Day Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) for the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, captain Rohit Sharma was a picture of confidence at the pre-match conference on Tuesday.

The Times of India

Boxing Day Test: Why Team India got 'inferior' practice pitches at MCG

MELBOURNE: MCG curator Matt Page on Monday fended off allegations of having provided inferior practice pitches to India ahead of the Boxing Day Test, saying that it was "standard procedure" to provide fresh pitches only three days in advance of a Test.

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How to get the kids through a long car trip without screens or losing your mind

Some years ago, my daughter was set a maths problem: how much does it cost to drive a family of four from Melbourne to Sydney, calculating petrol per kilometre and including a night’s accommodation? Her answer was simple: the cost is four airfares – that way the kids won’t kill…

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Travis Head misses Australia's training session ahead of Boxing Day Test

NEW DELHI: Travis Head was notably absent from Australia's practice session in Melbourne on Monday ahead of the Boxing Day Test against India in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, reported The Sydney Morning Herald.

The Times of India

JackJumpers hand United fourth straight loss

The Tasmania JackJumpers have won a sixth straight NBL game, handing Melbourne United a fourth consecutive loss in the process.

AAP

Given a chance in Melbourne Test, Beau Webster will look to counter-punch India like Travis Head

The uncapped allounder Beau Webster has been part of the Australian squad since the second Test of the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy, still waiting for his chance for international debut; and if given that opportunity in the upcoming fourth Test at Melbourne, the 31-year-old Webster would want to take a…

The Times of India

IND vs AUS 4th Test: MCG curator reveals what to expect from the pitch in Boxing Day Test

NEW DELHI: The five-match series is currently tied at 1-1, with both India and Australia aiming to gain a crucial advantage as they head into the fourth Test at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), starting December 26.

The Times of India

Will Jasprit Bumrah's genius inspire his fellow pacers in Melbourne Test?

MELBOURNE: Keep calm and listen to Jasprit Bumrah. That seems to be the mantra for India’s under-pressure support cast of pace bowlers going into the all-important fourth Test.

The Times of India

'A gentleman': tributes flow for longtime federal MP

Liberal Party stalwart Kevin Andrews has been remembered as "a man of honour in the bear pit of public life" at a state funeral.

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Team India nets ft. epic one-liners from Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah and Rishabh Pant

MELBOURNE: "Neeche dekh raha hai... pata chal gaya bouncer daal raha hai (you are looking down, I figured you will bowl a bouncer)"

The Times of India

Bounce and bruises: India batters face variable challenges at MCG nets

MELBOURNE: Before walking into the nets on the first day of Team India's practice session at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Virat Kohli patiently applied tape on the bottom of his bat. The star batter ensured to have protection on his willow and few deliveries of his session were enough…

The Times of India

Relive Virat Kohli's epic century in the 2014 Boxing Day Test in Melbourne - WATCH

The 36-year-old Virat Kohli is possibly on his last tour of Australia, a country where he has showcased his best in Test cricket on foreign soil; and the former India captain would want to roll back the clock heading into the Boxing Day Test of the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy…

The Times of India

'What's wrong if a player wants to give interview in Hindi?' asks Irfan Pathan

After the row around India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja answering questions in Hindi during a media interaction in Melbourne on Saturday, former India pacer Irfan Pathan has voiced his opinion, saying that it's the player's choice to answer questions in a language he wants to.

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Melbourne Trivia: Jasprit Bumrah a wicket away from breaking Anil Kumble's record on Steve Smith's happy hunting ground

The buzz around the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) will continue to rise as Boxing Day approaches, which will see India and Australia face-off in the fourth Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy at the iconic venue.

AAP

Teenager charged with murder following fatal brawl

A 15-year-old boy has been charged following the death of a man killed in a bloody brawl in Melbourne's west as police urge witnesses to come forward.

The Times of India

A statistical deep-dive into India vs Australia Tests at Melbourne

India will look to extend their 10-year unbeaten run at the Melbourne Cricket Ground when they take on hosts Australia in the fourth Test of the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy, beginning December 26.

The Times of India

IND vs AUS - 'We won't let Travis Head settle at the crease': Akash Deep ahead of MCG Test

NEW DELHI: The series is currently tied at 1-1, and Team India will look to come out all guns blazing as they aim to take the lead against Australia in the fourth Test match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, starting December 26. India previously secured back-to-back series wins in Australia,…

The Times of India

Rohit Sharma hit on the left knee while batting in the nets at the MCG

MELBOURNE: Rohit Sharma was hit on his left knee while facing throwdown specialist Daya during India’s second training session at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Sunday. Rohit did continue for a bit but decided to receive attention from the team physiotherapist.

AAP

Victory, City fight out derby draw after Kisnorbo exit

Melbourne Victory have fought out a 1-1 draw with A-League Men rivals Melbourne City in their first match since coach Patrick Kisnorbo quit out of nowhere.

The Times of India

'He can do two things': Former India batting coach's tips for Rohit Sharma to regain form

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Bangar has suggested two key adjustments for Rohit Sharma to rediscover his form ahead of the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Melbourne.

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