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Boxing Day Test: Rohit Sharma's return to opening slot lasts five balls

NEW DELHI: The batting position changed. The woeful form did not. India captain Rohit Sharma's return to the opening slot ended on a disastrous note on the second day of the Boxing Day Test at the MCG on Friday.

The Times of India · Dec 27, 2024

'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…

The Times of India · Dec 27, 2024

Dramatic run-out swings momentum in Australia's favour

A chaotic run-out has sparked a dramatic Indian collapse late on day two of the Boxing Day Test, leaving the tourists 5-164 and still trailing Australia by 310.

AAP · Dec 26, 2024

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Marnus, look at that! Mohammed Siraj's hilarious bail-flip tease. Watch

NEW DELHI: In a hilarious turn of events, India pacer Mohammed Siraj was on Thursday seen teasing Australia's Marnus Labuschagne with a bail flip on the opening day of the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.

The Times of India · Dec 26, 2024

'Don't think anyone has treated Bumrah like that': Ravi Shastri doffs hat to teen prodigy Sam Konstas

NEW DELHI: Former India coach Ravi Shastri on Thursday heaped praise on Australian teenager Sam Konstas for his fearless approach against Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah during the opening day of the Boxing Day Test at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).

The Times of India · Dec 26, 2024

Shoulder-bump row: Ricky Ponting's hypocrisy highlighted with old Harbhajan Singh video

NEW DELHI: India superstar Virat Kohli and debutant Sam Konstas were on Thursday involved in a heated on-field altercation after both shoulder-bumped mid-pitch on the opening day of the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.

The Times of India · Dec 26, 2024

Sanjana Ganesan's first reaction on Jasprit Bumrah's dismissal of Travis Head for a duck

NEW DELHI: As Jasprit Bumrah dismissed India's nemesis Travis Head of Australia for a duck on the first day of the Boxing Day Test at the MCG on Thursday, the whole of India heaved a sigh of relief.

The Times of India · Dec 26, 2024

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Wicket off the first ball of Test career! South Africa's Corbin Bosch strikes gold on debut against Pakistan

South African all-rounder Corbin Bosch made a dream start to his Test career on Thursday, claiming a wicket with his very first delivery in the Boxing Day Test against Pakistan at SuperSport Park, Centurion. Bosch etched his name in cricket history by dismissing Shan Masood off his first delivery in…

The Times of India · Dec 26, 2024

Sam Konstas’ old fanboy moment for Virat Kohli breaks the internet after on-field altercation. Watch

NEW DELHI: An old video of young Australian cricketer Sam Konstas expressing his admiration for modern-day great Virat Kohli has gone viral, reigniting conversations after the two had an on-field altercation during the opening day of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Thursday.

The Times of India · Dec 26, 2024

Watch: When Sam Konstas chose Virat Kohli over Steve Smith

NEW DELHI: As Australian opener Sam Konstas made a dazzling debut against India in the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground for the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Thursday, his knock was also marked by an on-field altercation with Virat Kohli.

The Times of India · Dec 26, 2024

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah's peach of a delivery to dismiss Travis Head for a duck

NEW DELHI: Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah removed Travis Head for a duck in the third session of the first day of the Boxing Day Test between India and Australia at the MCG on Thursday.

The Times of India · Dec 26, 2024

'Has ke baat nahi karna inse': Virat Kohli's fiery instructions to Mohammed Siraj at MCG

NEW DELHI: India's star batter Virat Kohli was at his animated best on the opening day of the Boxing Day Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, delivering stern instructions to his teammates during a tense first session.

The Times of India · Dec 26, 2024

Boxing Day Test: Tied at 1-1 in the series, India and Australia eager to land the decisive punch

MELBOURNE: In keeping with the Yuletide spirit, both India and Australia go into the Boxing Day Test with renewed hope after a period of quiet reflection.

The Times of India · Dec 26, 2024

Boxing Day Test: Ricky Ponting slams Virat Kohli for Sam Konstas confrontation

NEW DELHI: Tempers flared in the middle as Virat Kohli shoulder-bumped Sam Konstas in the first session of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Thursday.

The Times of India · Dec 26, 2024

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The Times of India · Dec 26, 2024

Why Virat Kohli could be penalised by ICC Match Referee for Sam Konstas shoulder-bump

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is likely to review an incident involving Virat Kohli and debutant Sam Konstas during the first morning of the Boxing Day Test. Test cricket legend Ricky Ponting believes Kohli was responsible for the altercation.

The Times of India · Dec 26, 2024

'Dropping Shubman Gill is harsh': Sanjay Manjrekar slams Team India

NEW DELHI: Former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar criticised India's team selection for the Boxing Day Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia on Thursday, calling the decision to drop Shubman Gill "harsh."

AAP · Dec 26, 2024

Kid Konstas, King Kohli involved in Boxing Day flare-up

Australian wunderkind Sam Konstas and Indian veteran Virat Kohli bumped shoulders during a fiery opening session of the Boxing Day Test.

AAP · Dec 25, 2024

Konstas's debut fireworks puts Australia on top at MCG

Teenage debutant Sam Konstas has propelled Australia to 6-311 at stumps on day one at the MCG after one of the most memorable Boxing Day innings.

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The Times of India · Dec 25, 2024

Can struggling Virat Kohli overcome batting blues at favourite MCG?

NEW DELHI: With the Boxing Day Test set to begin at iconic MCG on Thursday, all eyes are on Virat Kohli, who seeks to overcome his recent batting struggles in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

The Times of India · Dec 25, 2024

EXCLUSIVE | Live life, Warne size: Remembering cricket’s ultimate showman before the Boxing Day Test

MELBOURNE: The Boxing Day Test between India and Australia is just one sleep away and the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) bracing for the storm which is expected to hit it over the next few days. A lot of work is happening in-and-around the MCG to put on a real show…

The Times of India · Dec 25, 2024

India must continue to exploit 'brittle' Australian line-up: Ravi Shastri

NEW DELHI: India have their "nose ahead" in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after taking advantage of Australia's "brittle" top order, according to former coach Ravi Shastri, who has backed the visitors to win the Boxing Day Test.

The Times of India · Dec 25, 2024

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: How Indian openers have fared in Boxing Day Tests at MCG

NEW DELHI: By going back to his opening position in the Boxing Day Test against Australia at the MCG starting Thursday, India captain Rohit Sharma would be hoping to strike form with the bat.

The Times of India · Dec 25, 2024

Boxing Day Test: Mitchell Starc 5 wickets away from achieving big milestone

NEW DELHI: When they play Australia in the fourth Test of the series at the Boxing Day Test, India would have to exercise caution against left-arm bowler Mitchell Starc, who is not only in outstanding form in the series but is also getting close to a significant milestone.

The Times of India · Dec 24, 2024

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 · Dec 23, 2024

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.

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