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Boland's long-awaited Test recall could be short-lived

Scott Boland's return to the Australian Test team could be short-lived, with fellow paceman Josh Hazlewood expected to be fit for the third Test against India.

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Basit Ali questions former Pakistan skipper's return to Test side

NEW DELHI: Former cricketer Basit Ali has expressed concerns about Pakistan's squad selection for the South Africa tour, particularly regarding Babar Azam's inclusion and Shaheen Shah Afridi's omission from the Test squad.

The Times of India

Pakistan rest Afridi for South Africa Tests with eye on Champions Trophy

Shaheen Afridi’s exclusion from Test squad termed a ‘strategic decision’ ahead of Pakistan’s home ICC event in 2025.

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Hitman 3.0: Rohit Sharma gears up for Adelaide Test

India skipper Rohit bats at No. 4 in pink-ball warm-up, possibly heeding call of the hour for Adelaide Test

The Times of India

‘Heart of a lion’: England’s Brydon Carse hailed by Stokes after 10-wicket haul

Durham fast bowler was named player of the match after taking 10-106 in England’s first Test against New Zealand

The Guardian - UK

People who choose Test cricket over T20s should be financially wealthy & have enough opportunities to compete: Dinesh Karthik

MUMBAI: Batting for many cricketers around the world who only play Test cricket and thus miss out on the lucrative bandwagon of T20 leagues, former India wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik has emphasized the need for cricket boards and governing bodies to support players across formats through financial incentives.

The Times of India

Ben Stokes confirms fitness for second New Zealand Test despite injury scare

England's captain, Ben Stokes, has reassured fans about his fitness for the upcoming second Test against New Zealand in Wellington, scheduled to begin on Friday. This follows a minor back issue he experienced during England's eight-wicket win in the first Test at Christchurch's Hagley Oval.

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Jacob Bethell and Brydon Carse power England past New Zealand in first Test

Debutant Jacob Bethell hit 50 off 37 balls – the second-fastest Test debut fifty – to clinch England’s eight-wicket victory over New Zealand in the first Test

The Guardian - UK

Something strange is happening in Test Cricket - for once, it’s a good thing

ANALYSIS: In 2024, touring teams are winning Test matches more often that ever. After India’s win over Australia in Perth continued the trend, Harry Latham-Coyle explores if this is an aberration or a sign of a sea change for the sport

The Independent UK

We do know what we’re doing – Ben Stokes defends Jacob Bethell Test selection

Bethell will bat at number three when he makes his Test debut against New Zealand this week.

The Independent UK

Jacob Bethell, ‘cool cat’ and England rookie, thrust into Test spotlight

Jacob Bethell has impressed everyone from a young age but can he carry off batting No 3 on his England debut against New Zealand?

The Guardian - UK

Timing of IPL auction 'not ideal' for Aussies

The IPL auction could prove to be a potential distraction for Australian and Indian players as they battle it out on the Test arena in Perth.

AAP

Birth of the Chinnaswamy magic: Debut of Viv Richards and a century from Gordon Greenidge

The first Test match at the venue was a celebrated event across the city. The debut of Viv Richards and a century from Gordon Greenidge made the occasion even more special...

The Times of India

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: How India vs Australia rivalry has evolved over the years

NEW DELHI: The Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) is one of the most anticipated and fiercely contested series in the cricketing world, with India and Australia consistently producing high-quality, dramatic Test cricket.

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Time for Virat Kohli to reclaim his aura

Virat Kohli is back where it all began. It was in Perth in 2012 that the world woke up to the feisty batting legend. Now, older less prolific, he is back in Perth as India look to set the tone in Australia. Can Kohli script one final masterpiece in the…

AAP

How Australia shape up ahead of blockbuster Test series

Australia are desperate to win a Test series against India for the first time since 2014-15.

AAP

Carey embraces Josh Inglis's Test arrival

Alex Carey has revealed how a technical tweak played a key role in his hot form this summer, while welcoming Josh Inglis's arrival into the Test squad.

The Times of India

'Fast-tracking Nitish Reddy for Tests serves no purpose'

India have picked three rookies in the Test squad for the coming Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) in Australia, one of which is seam-up all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, who has moved up the ranks since his Indian Premier League (IPL) exploits earlier this year at breakneck speed to now stand at…

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England in-tray: What will Brendon McCullum need to sort in new white-ball role?

Test head coach McCullum will also take charge of the men’s white-ball teams in the new year.

AAP

RCG relishes move from unwanted Eel to integral Titan

Gold Coast gun signing and former Test prop Reagan Campbell-Gillard has opened up on his shock exit from Parramatta and why he couldn't say no to the Titans.

AAP

Carey, Scott shine in SA's one-day cup rout of NSW

Test wicketkeeper Alex Carey and allrounder Liam Scott have helped South Australia beat NSW by six wickets in their one-day clash at the Adelaide Oval.

AAP

Bancroft loses form at wrong time for Test recall

After being the best performed Sheffield Shield batter of the past two seasons, Cameron Bancroft lost form at the worst possible time.

The Independent UK

Dewi Lake: It is time for Wales to start building momentum after losing run

Wales have not won a Test match since the 2023 World Cup.

AAP

Aussies win, but Test hopes fail to bring their A game

Test hopefuls Marcus Harris, Cameron Bancroft and Nathan McSweeney all fell cheaply in the Australia A second innings before the home side beat India A.

The Independent UK

England’s Ollie Lawrence wary of unknown quantity Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii

The 21-year-old was given his Test debut by Australia less than a month after switching to rugby union from NRL side Sydney Roosters for £2.7million.

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