Australia started Day 2 of the MCG Test versus India with a bang, with Steve Smith (140) and valuable contribution from skipper Pat Cummins (49) taking the hosts to 474 all-out. In reply, Rohit Sharma-led India started poorly, losing the captain (who regained the opening slot) whereas KL Rahul, demoted to No. 3, was also removed by a peach of a delivery. Cummins got both the wickets but his delivery to get rid of in-form Rahul was an absolute jaffa.
Here is the video:
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ABSOLUTE SEED FROM CUMMINS! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DeliveredWithSpeed?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DeliveredWithSpeed</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/NBN_Australia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nbn_australia</a> <a href="https://t.co/zvzvkDyAnb">pic.twitter.com/zvzvkDyAnb</a>
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Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/bgt-the-scale-of-punishment-is-different-for-some-people-ponting-on-kohlis-fine-for-shouldering-konstas-8569390" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">BGT: Ponting reckons Kohli's fine for shouldering Konstas wasn't 'harsh enough'</a>
Cummins' delivery came angling in and straightened just a bit to hit the stumps. Rahul missed the it and saw his stumps rattle as he walked back to the pavilion before the tea break, despite looking good in the middle. The in-form batter departed for 24 (42).
Before Rahul, Cummins also removed Rohit as Hitman failed in trying to pull and got dismissed for 3.
At tea, India were 51-2.
Day 1 of the fourth and penultimate Test, of the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT), ended with Australia 311-6, after fifties from the top four including debutant Sam Konstas.
Smith, unbeaten on 68, smashed his 34th Test hundred. In addition, he scored his 11th ton in BGT history; the most by any batter.
With Smith's ton and Cummins' strikes, Australia are well ahead on Day 2, on Friday (Dec 27), of the Boxing Day Test match at the MCG, Melbourne.
At the time of publishing this report, India lost two quick wickets, after Rahul and Rohit's departures, with Yashasvi Jaiswal (82) and Virat Kohli (36) being dismissed in quick succession before stumps.
The five-match Test series is currently tied at 1-1.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25: Pat Cummins removes KL Rahul with an absolute jaffa on Day 2 of MCG Test - Watch

Australia started Day 2 of the MCG Test versus India with a bang, with Steve Smith (140) and valuable contribution from skipper Pat Cummins (49) taking the hosts to 474 all-out. In reply, Rohit Sharma-led India started poorly, losing the captain (who regained the opening slot) whereas KL Rahul, demoted to No. 3, was also removed by a peach of a delivery. Cummins got both the wickets but his delivery to get rid of in-form Rahul was an absolute jaffa. Here is the video: ABSOLUTE SEED FROM CUMMINS! #AUSvIND | #DeliveredWithSpeed | @nbn_australia pic.twitter.com/zvzvkDyAnb — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 27, 2024 Also read: BGT: Ponting reckons Kohli's fine for shouldering Konstas wasn't 'harsh enough' Cummins' delivery came angling in and straightened just a bit to hit the stumps. Rahul missed the it and saw his stumps rattle as he walked back to the pavilion before the tea break, despite looking good in the middle. The in-form batter departed for 24 (42). Before Rahul, Cummins also removed Rohit as Hitman failed in trying to pull and got dismissed for 3. At tea, India were 51-2. Day 1 of the fourth and penultimate Test, of the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT), ended with Australia 311-6, after fifties from the top four including debutant Sam Konstas. Smith, unbeaten on 68, smashed his 34th Test hundred. In addition, he scored his 11th ton in BGT history; the most by any batter. With Smith's ton and Cummins' strikes, Australia are well ahead on Day 2, on Friday (Dec 27), of the Boxing Day Test match at the MCG, Melbourne. At the time of publishing this report, India lost two quick wickets, after Rahul and Rohit's departures, with Yashasvi Jaiswal (82) and Virat Kohli (36) being dismissed in quick succession before stumps. The five-match Test series is currently tied at 1-1.

BGT: Pat Cummins removes KL Rahul with an absolute jaffa on Day 2 of MCG Test - Watch

Match 13 of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 edition will see the Adelaide Strikers host the Hobart Hurricanes on Friday (Dec 27). The Adelaide franchise will be eager to return to winning ways after a loss to Brisbane Heat whereas the seventh-ranked Hurricanes will look to make it two wins in a row after a victory over Perth Scorchers in their last tie.
Talking about Adelaide's last game, they rode on a combined batting performance to post a competitive 174-6. However, it wasn't enough as Brisbane chased down the score on the last ball of the contest, with fifties from Nathan McSweeney (78) and Matt Renshaw (56) at The Gabba, Brisbane.
Hobart, on the other hand, thrashed Perth by eight wickets at the Bellerive Oval, Hobart. After opting to bowl first, Hobart rode on Riley Meredith's 3-fer to restrict the opponent to 155/6. In the run-chase, the hosts were led by Mitchell Owen's 101 not out to chase the target in 19.2 overs and earn a big win.&nbsp;
Which stadium will host the Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes match?
The Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes match will be played at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide.
What time will the Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes match start?
The Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes match will start at 7:15 PM local time (1:45 PM IST).
Where to watch the Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes match on TV?
The Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes match will be telecast on Star Sports network in India.
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/bgt-2024-25-virat-kohli-accidentally-bumped-into-me-sam-konstas-after-drama-on-day-1-of-mcg-test-8567488" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Virat Kohli accidentally bumped into me: Sam Konstas after drama on Day 1 of MCG Test</a>
Where to watch the Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes LIVE Streaming online on OTT?
The Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes match will be live-streamed on the Disney+Hotstar app and website in India.
Squads:
Adelaide Strikers: Matthew Short (c), D Arcy Short, Jake Weatherald, Chris Lynn, Ollie Pope(w), Alex Ross, Jamie Overton, James Bazley, Henry Thornton, Cameron Boyce, Lloyd Pope, Brendan Doggett, Liam Haskett, Liam Scott
Hobart Hurricanes: Matthew Wade, Mitchell Owen, Shai Hope, Ben McDermott(w), Nikhil Chaudhary, Tim David, Chris Jordan, Nathan Ellis(c), Riley Meredith, Billy Stanlake, Waqar Salamkheil, Caleb Jewell, Peter Hatzoglou, Charlie Wakim

BBL 2024-25, Live Streaming: Here are the details of when and where to watch the Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes tie in the ongoing edition - 

Match 13 of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 edition will see the Adelaide Strikers host the Hobart Hurricanes on Friday (Dec 27). The Adelaide franchise will be eager to return to winning ways after a loss to Brisbane Heat whereas the seventh-ranked Hurricanes will look to make it two wins in a row after a victory over Perth Scorchers in their last tie. Talking about Adelaide's last game, they rode on a combined batting performance to post a competitive 174-6. However, it wasn't enough as Brisbane chased down the score on the last ball of the contest, with fifties from Nathan McSweeney (78) and Matt Renshaw (56) at The Gabba, Brisbane. Hobart, on the other hand, thrashed Perth by eight wickets at the Bellerive Oval, Hobart. After opting to bowl first, Hobart rode on Riley Meredith's 3-fer to restrict the opponent to 155/6. In the run-chase, the hosts were led by Mitchell Owen's 101 not out to chase the target in 19.2 overs and earn a big win. Which stadium will host the Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes match? The Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes match will be played at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. What time will the Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes match start? The Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes match will start at 7:15 PM local time (1:45 PM IST). Where to watch the Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes match on TV? The Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes match will be telecast on Star Sports network in India. Also read: Virat Kohli accidentally bumped into me: Sam Konstas after drama on Day 1 of MCG Test Where to watch the Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes LIVE Streaming online on OTT? The Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes match will be live-streamed on the Disney+Hotstar app and website in India. Squads: Adelaide Strikers: Matthew Short (c), D Arcy Short, Jake Weatherald, Chris Lynn, Ollie Pope(w), Alex Ross, Jamie Overton, James Bazley, Henry Thornton, Cameron Boyce, Lloyd Pope, Brendan Doggett, Liam Haskett, Liam Scott Hobart Hurricanes: Matthew Wade, Mitchell Owen, Shai Hope, Ben McDermott(w), Nikhil Chaudhary, Tim David, Chris Jordan, Nathan Ellis(c), Riley Meredith, Billy Stanlake, Waqar Salamkheil, Caleb Jewell, Peter Hatzoglou, Charlie Wakim

BBL 2024-25, Live Streaming: When & where to watch Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes live on laptop, TV

India and Australia played out a memorable Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test at the MCG, Melbourne, on Thursday (Dec 26). Asked to bat first, Australia rode on fifties from the top four, including debutant Sam Konstas' 65-ball 60, to end the day at 311-6. During Konstas' blazing knock, he attracted a lot of eyeballs for taking on Jasprit Bumrah and striking at close to a 100. In the first session, he even had an altercation with Virat Kohli, who came in his way between overs and shouldered the debutant.
After his fiery knock, Konstas reacted to his altercation with Kohli. "I was just doing my gloves. I think he accidentally bumped me. I think that's just cricket, just the tension," the dashing opener told the press. Talking about the altercation, words were exchanged between the two players after Kohli shouldered the debutant. As a result, Kohli was fined 20 per cent of his match fees by the International Cricket Council (ICC) and handed one demerit point.
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"When assessing the seriousness of the breach, the following factors (without limitation) shall be taken into account: (i) the context of the particular situation, including, without limitation, whether the contact was deliberate (i.e. intentional), reckless, negligent, and/or avoidable; (ii) the force of the contact; (iii) any resulting injury to the person with whom contact was made; and (iv) the person with whom contact was made."
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/bgt-virat-kohli-fined-20-per-cent-of-match-fee-handed-1-demerit-point-for-sam-konstas-altercation-on-day-1-of-boxing-day-test-in-melbourne-8567061" rel="dofollow">BGT: Virat Kohli fined 20 per cent of match fee, handed 1 demerit point for Sam Konstas altercation</a>
Kohli and Konstas' altercation made maximum noise during Day 1 of the fourth and penultimate Test between India and Australia. Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting slammed Kohli for his actions and was quoted on Channel 7 as saying , "Virat walked one whole pitch over to his right and instigated that confrontation. No doubt in my mind whatsoever. I have no doubt that the umpires and the referee will have a good look at that. Fielders should be nowhere near the batsman at that stage. Every fieldsman on the ground knows where the batsmen will congregate and get together. It looked to me that Konstas looked up really late, and wouldn't even know anyone was in front of him. That man on-screen there (Kohli) might have a few questions to answer."
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BGT 2024-25 | Virat Kohli accidentally bumped into me, stated debutant Sam Konstas after a huge drama unfolded on Day 1 of the MCG Test in Melbourne.

India and Australia played out a memorable Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test at the MCG, Melbourne, on Thursday (Dec 26). Asked to bat first, Australia rode on fifties from the top four, including debutant Sam Konstas' 65-ball 60, to end the day at 311-6. During Konstas' blazing knock, he attracted a lot of eyeballs for taking on Jasprit Bumrah and striking at close to a 100. In the first session, he even had an altercation with Virat Kohli, who came in his way between overs and shouldered the debutant. After his fiery knock, Konstas reacted to his altercation with Kohli. "I was just doing my gloves. I think he accidentally bumped me. I think that's just cricket, just the tension," the dashing opener told the press. Talking about the altercation, words were exchanged between the two players after Kohli shouldered the debutant. As a result, Kohli was fined 20 per cent of his match fees by the International Cricket Council (ICC) and handed one demerit point. Article 2.02 of the ICC's Code of Conduct states, "Any form of inappropriate physical contact is prohibited in cricket. Without limitation, players will breach this regulation if they deliberately, recklessly and/or negligently walk or run into or shoulder another player or umpire." "When assessing the seriousness of the breach, the following factors (without limitation) shall be taken into account: (i) the context of the particular situation, including, without limitation, whether the contact was deliberate (i.e. intentional), reckless, negligent, and/or avoidable; (ii) the force of the contact; (iii) any resulting injury to the person with whom contact was made; and (iv) the person with whom contact was made." Also read: BGT: Virat Kohli fined 20 per cent of match fee, handed 1 demerit point for Sam Konstas altercation Kohli and Konstas' altercation made maximum noise during Day 1 of the fourth and penultimate Test between India and Australia. Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting slammed Kohli for his actions and was quoted on Channel 7 as saying , "Virat walked one whole pitch over to his right and instigated that confrontation. No doubt in my mind whatsoever. I have no doubt that the umpires and the referee will have a good look at that. Fielders should be nowhere near the batsman at that stage. Every fieldsman on the ground knows where the batsmen will congregate and get together. It looked to me that Konstas looked up really late, and wouldn't even know anyone was in front of him. That man on-screen there (Kohli) might have a few questions to answer."

Virat Kohli accidentally bumped into me: Sam Konstas after drama on Day 1 of MCG Test

India's in-form pacer Jasprit Bumrah continued to be among wickets on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test versus Australia, on Thursday (Dec 26). After Rohit Sharma-led visitors opted to bowl first, Australia's debutant Sam Konstas took his side to a positive start with an impressive 65-ball 60. While Marnus Labuschagne and Marnus Labuschagne's fifties took the side ahead, they were 237-2 before being reduced to 246-5 courtesy of Bumrah's quick breakthroughs. Bumrah got rid of in-form Head for a seven-ball duck to light up the MCG crowd.
Here is the video of Head's dismissal:
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&ldquo;Game-changer player is only one guy JASPRIT BUMRAH!" 💪😎<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TravisHead?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TravisHead</a> "leaves" without troubling the scorers! 🫢<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvINDOnStar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvINDOnStar</a> 👉 4th Test, Day 1 | LIVE NOW! | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ToughestRivalry?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ToughestRivalry</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BorderGavaskarTrophy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BorderGavaskarTrophy</a> <a href="https://t.co/p6a0gzc3BB">pic.twitter.com/p6a0gzc3BB</a>
&mdash; Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/StarSportsIndia/status/1872157300842226055?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 26, 2024</a></blockquote>
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bgt-sam-konstas-hits-jasprit-bumrah-for-a-reverse-sweep-six-on-test-debut-at-mcg-watch-8566648" rel="dofollow">BGT&ndash; Konstas hits Bumrah for a six off reverse-sweep on debut &ndash; WATCH</a>
Head has been in roaring form in the ongoing five-match Test series between India and Australia. He has scored two centuries and a fifty under his belt. He has been India's Achilles' heel, however, Bumrah removed him with a peach off a delivery to stage India's comeback.&nbsp;
Post his dismissal, Australia have been going strongly in the middle. Steve Smith has stormed past the 50-run mark whereas wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey was looking good before departing for 31. At the time of publishing this report, the hosts are 299-6 and will look to end the opening day of the Boxing Day Test match without losing any further wickets.
The five-match series, i.e. the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, is currently tied at 1-1. India won the series opener, in Perth, before Australia thrashed them in the day-night Test in Adelaide whereas the Brisbane Test ended in a draw.

MCG Test: India's golden arm Jasprit Bumah dismissed in-form Travis Head for duck during the opening day of the Boxing Day tie. Here is the video - 

India's in-form pacer Jasprit Bumrah continued to be among wickets on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test versus Australia, on Thursday (Dec 26). After Rohit Sharma-led visitors opted to bowl first, Australia's debutant Sam Konstas took his side to a positive start with an impressive 65-ball 60. While Marnus Labuschagne and Marnus Labuschagne's fifties took the side ahead, they were 237-2 before being reduced to 246-5 courtesy of Bumrah's quick breakthroughs. Bumrah got rid of in-form Head for a seven-ball duck to light up the MCG crowd. Here is the video of Head's dismissal: “Game-changer player is only one guy JASPRIT BUMRAH!" 💪😎#TravisHead "leaves" without troubling the scorers! 🫢#AUSvINDOnStar 👉 4th Test, Day 1 | LIVE NOW! | #ToughestRivalry #BorderGavaskarTrophy pic.twitter.com/p6a0gzc3BB — Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) December 26, 2024 Also read: BGT– Konstas hits Bumrah for a six off reverse-sweep on debut – WATCH Head has been in roaring form in the ongoing five-match Test series between India and Australia. He has scored two centuries and a fifty under his belt. He has been India's Achilles' heel, however, Bumrah removed him with a peach off a delivery to stage India's comeback. Post his dismissal, Australia have been going strongly in the middle. Steve Smith has stormed past the 50-run mark whereas wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey was looking good before departing for 31. At the time of publishing this report, the hosts are 299-6 and will look to end the opening day of the Boxing Day Test match without losing any further wickets. The five-match series, i.e. the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, is currently tied at 1-1. India won the series opener, in Perth, before Australia thrashed them in the day-night Test in Adelaide whereas the Brisbane Test ended in a draw.

India's golden arm Jasprit Bumah dismisses Travis Head for duck in MCG Test - Watch

Virat Kohli has been fined 20 per cent of his match fee, handed 1 demerit point for altercation with Sam Konstas on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test between India and Australia, at the MCG, Melbourne on Thursday (Dec 26). The incident took place during the opening session after India asked Australia to bat first, and debutant Konstas came out all guns blazing. He attacked from the word go, including taking on Jasprit Bumrah, and Kohli came towards him -- in between overs -- and shouldered the newcomer, receiving flak from the International Cricket Council (ICC) after end of the day's play.
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When assessing the seriousness of the breach, the following factors (without limitation) shall be taken into account: (i) the context of the particular situation, including, without limitation, whether the contact was deliberate (i.e. intentional), reckless, negligent, and/or avoidable; (ii) the force of the contact; (iii) any resulting injury to the person with whom contact was made; and (iv) the person with whom contact was made."
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/border-gavaskar-trophy-2024-25-australia-end-day-1-of-boxing-day-test-at-311-6-debutant-sam-konstas-impresses-with-fiery-60-8566856" rel="dofollow">BGT: Australia end Day 1 of Boxing Day Test at 311-6, debutant Sam Konstas impresses with fiery 60</a>
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Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting also lashed out at Kohli for his action versus Konstas. "Virat walked one whole pitch over to his right and instigated that confrontation. No doubt in my mind whatsoever. I have no doubt that the umpires and the referee will have a good look at that. Fielders should be nowhere near the batsman at that stage. Every fieldsman on the ground knows where the batsmen will congregate and get together. It looked to me that Konstas looked up really late, and wouldn't even know anyone was in front of him. That man on-screen there (Kohli) might have a few questions to answer," Ponting was quoted in Channel Seven as saying by Fox.
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Even Ravi Shastri, former India coach, slammed Kohli's act and termed it 'unnecessary' post the day's play. "There is a line and you don't want to overstep that line," Shastri stated on air.
Talking about Day 1 of the MCG Test, Australia ended at 311-6 courtesy of fifties from the top four batters. The 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) is currently tied at 1-1 after three Tests.
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BGT: Virat Kohli has been fined 20 per cent of his match fee and handed a demerit point for altercation with Sam Konstas on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test at the MCG, Melbourne.

Virat Kohli has been fined 20 per cent of his match fee, handed 1 demerit point for altercation with Sam Konstas on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test between India and Australia, at the MCG, Melbourne on Thursday (Dec 26). The incident took place during the opening session after India asked Australia to bat first, and debutant Konstas came out all guns blazing. He attacked from the word go, including taking on Jasprit Bumrah, and Kohli came towards him -- in between overs -- and shouldered the newcomer, receiving flak from the International Cricket Council (ICC) after end of the day's play. Article 2.02 of ICC's Code of Conduct states, "Any form of inappropriate physical contact is prohibited in cricket. Without limitation, players will breach this regulation if they deliberately, recklessly and/or negligently walk or run into or shoulder another player or umpire. When assessing the seriousness of the breach, the following factors (without limitation) shall be taken into account: (i) the context of the particular situation, including, without limitation, whether the contact was deliberate (i.e. intentional), reckless, negligent, and/or avoidable; (ii) the force of the contact; (iii) any resulting injury to the person with whom contact was made; and (iv) the person with whom contact was made." Also read: BGT: Australia end Day 1 of Boxing Day Test at 311-6, debutant Sam Konstas impresses with fiery 60 Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting also lashed out at Kohli for his action versus Konstas. "Virat walked one whole pitch over to his right and instigated that confrontation. No doubt in my mind whatsoever. I have no doubt that the umpires and the referee will have a good look at that. Fielders should be nowhere near the batsman at that stage. Every fieldsman on the ground knows where the batsmen will congregate and get together. It looked to me that Konstas looked up really late, and wouldn't even know anyone was in front of him. That man on-screen there (Kohli) might have a few questions to answer," Ponting was quoted in Channel Seven as saying by Fox. Even Ravi Shastri, former India coach, slammed Kohli's act and termed it 'unnecessary' post the day's play. "There is a line and you don't want to overstep that line," Shastri stated on air. Talking about Day 1 of the MCG Test, Australia ended at 311-6 courtesy of fifties from the top four batters. The 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) is currently tied at 1-1 after three Tests.

BGT: Virat Kohli fined 20 per cent of match fee, handed 1 demerit point for Sam Konstas altercation

Australia ended Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test versus India, at the MCG, Melbourne, at 311-6 on Thursday (Dec 26). There was plenty of drama and action during the opening day's play which saw Australia's top four impress with a fifty each with debutant Sam Konstas making a 65-ball 60. For India, in-form pacer Jasprit Bumrah remained among wickets as he managed to account for three big scalps, also removing Travis Head for a duck, to stage his side's recovery after the Aussies were 237-2 at one stage.
The day's play commenced with Rohit Sharma-led visitors asking Australia to bat first at the iconic venue. The new opening pair of Konstas and Usman Khawaja started positively. The debutant impressed one and all by taking on Bumrah, with a reverse-sweep six, and wasn't afraid to charge down the ground as well. He scored a blazing 65-ball 60 as Australian openers put on 89 in 19 overs. Ravindra Jadeja dismissed him before the lunch break as Australia ended the first session at 112-1.
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/border-gavaskar-trophy-2024-25-australia-end-day-1-of-boxing-day-test-at-311-6-debutant-sam-konstas-impresses-with-fiery-60-8566856" rel="dofollow">Also read | BGT: Australia end Day 1 of Boxing Day Test at 311-6, debutant Sam Konstas impresses with fiery 60</a>
The second session saw Australia progress steadily as India got one breakthrough with Bumrah removing Khawaja (57). The third session saw Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith continue to add runs on the board as the duo complemented each other very well. Labuschagne got out for 72 against the run of play, taking on Washington Sundar. This opened the doors for India's comeback as Bumrah struck twice in quick succession. From 237-2, Australia was reduced to 246-5.
Alex Carey and Smith stitched an important 53-run sixth-wicket stand with both taking on the attack. Before the end of the play, Carey was dismissed by Akash Deep. The home side ended with 311-6. They scored at a healthy pace in the first and last session, however, India would be content with their comeback and aim to dismiss the hosts before the 350-run mark on Day 2, on Friday (Dec 27).&nbsp;

BGT: Australia ended Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test at 311-6 with fifties from the top four. Debutant Sam Konstas impressed with a fiery 60.

Australia ended Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test versus India, at the MCG, Melbourne, at 311-6 on Thursday (Dec 26). There was plenty of drama and action during the opening day's play which saw Australia's top four impress with a fifty each with debutant Sam Konstas making a 65-ball 60. For India, in-form pacer Jasprit Bumrah remained among wickets as he managed to account for three big scalps, also removing Travis Head for a duck, to stage his side's recovery after the Aussies were 237-2 at one stage. The day's play commenced with Rohit Sharma-led visitors asking Australia to bat first at the iconic venue. The new opening pair of Konstas and Usman Khawaja started positively. The debutant impressed one and all by taking on Bumrah, with a reverse-sweep six, and wasn't afraid to charge down the ground as well. He scored a blazing 65-ball 60 as Australian openers put on 89 in 19 overs. Ravindra Jadeja dismissed him before the lunch break as Australia ended the first session at 112-1. Also read | BGT: Australia end Day 1 of Boxing Day Test at 311-6, debutant Sam Konstas impresses with fiery 60 The second session saw Australia progress steadily as India got one breakthrough with Bumrah removing Khawaja (57). The third session saw Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith continue to add runs on the board as the duo complemented each other very well. Labuschagne got out for 72 against the run of play, taking on Washington Sundar. This opened the doors for India's comeback as Bumrah struck twice in quick succession. From 237-2, Australia was reduced to 246-5. Alex Carey and Smith stitched an important 53-run sixth-wicket stand with both taking on the attack. Before the end of the play, Carey was dismissed by Akash Deep. The home side ended with 311-6. They scored at a healthy pace in the first and last session, however, India would be content with their comeback and aim to dismiss the hosts before the 350-run mark on Day 2, on Friday (Dec 27).

BGT: Australia end Day 1 of Boxing Day Test at 311-6, debutant Sam Konstas impresses with fiery 60

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2003: Lost by nine wickets

2007: Lost by 337 runs

2011: Lost by 122 runs

2014: Match drawn

2018: Won by 137 runs

2020: Won by eight wickets

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Lost T20I series 2-1 vs Australia at home

Whitewashed Bangladesh in five T20Is in Bangladesh

Whitewashed SA in three ODIs, won one-off Test at home

Three T20Is vs SA, at home, ended in 1-1

Asia Cup: Runners-up, losing to Sri Lanka by eight wickets in final

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Aston Villa manager Unai Emery expects his in-form side to face a "very difficult" challenge away to Newcastle on Boxing Day. Villa beat Premier League champions Manchester City on Saturday for a fourth win from five games in all competitions. But sixth-placed Villa will kick-off at St James' Park against a Newcastle team on a fine run of their own.

The Magpies go into Thursday's game following successive 4-0 league wins over Leicester and Ipswich, with Newcastle having also done the double over Villa last season. &nbsp;&nbsp;

"Very difficult, because I think now they are in good form, and of course they played two years ago in the Champions League," said Emery of Newcastle.&nbsp; "Their objective is clearly to be in Europe," added the Spaniard as he lauded Newcastle manager Eddie Howe.

“He (Howe) was doing a fantastic job with Bournemouth. Always, his teams are more or less dynamic teams, intensity, they like to play with the ball possession and being aggressive in attack, attacking with a lot of players. "They (Newcastle) beat us last year two times, and of course I respect them a lot. It is a very strong stadium for them, difficult for the opponent."

<h2>- 'Motivating' -</h2>

Villa have lost their last four away games in the Premier League and Thursday's match promises to be another tough test. "When I arrived here, my thoughts were that it is the most difficult league," said Emery. "A lot of teams have capacity, with good players, good coaches and good history...The league is a very interesting league, very motivating for us, each match how we can get points and be better. Now we are sixth, we are trying to focus each match, be consistent.

"We are feeling better at home, but away, it is completely different."

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/football/premier-league-manchester-united-boss-ruben-amorim-questions-marcus-rashfords-camp-following-public-comments-786365">Premier League: Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim questions Marcus Rashford's camp after public comments</a>

Howe, meanwhile, has challenged his eighth-placed side -- just two points behind Villa -- to prove the Premier League's top six is no "closed shop". Spending regulations mean both clubs face fresh challenges as they bid to secure places among English football's elite but Howe refuses to let those restrictions temper his ambitions.

"I never see anything as a closed shop," he said. "It's our job to try and achieve the most that we can and put no barriers on our levels or our expectations of ourselves internally and see what happens."

Howe added: "We have seen Nottingham Forest, Bournemouth and loads of teams have really strong seasons. The level of the Premier League has been really tight this year between all teams.

"I don't think there's a lot of difference between the top and bottom sides and that's testament to the quality of every team in the league. There are no easy games and that makes a great spectacle.

"It makes a great league because you never know what's going to happen. You never know what twists and turns are ahead, so it's up to all of us to try and break into whatever group of teams, try to upset people and achieve success."

Disclaimer:&nbsp;This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery expects his in-form side to face a "very difficult" challenge away to Newcastle on Boxing Day. Villa beat Premier League champions Manchester City on Saturday for a fourth win from five games in all competitions.

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery expects his in-form side to face a "very difficult" challenge away to Newcastle on Boxing Day. Villa beat Premier League champions Manchester City on Saturday for a fourth win from five games in all competitions. But sixth-placed Villa will kick-off at St James' Park against a Newcastle team on a fine run of their own. The Magpies go into Thursday's game following successive 4-0 league wins over Leicester and Ipswich, with Newcastle having also done the double over Villa last season. "Very difficult, because I think now they are in good form, and of course they played two years ago in the Champions League," said Emery of Newcastle. "Their objective is clearly to be in Europe," added the Spaniard as he lauded Newcastle manager Eddie Howe. “He (Howe) was doing a fantastic job with Bournemouth. Always, his teams are more or less dynamic teams, intensity, they like to play with the ball possession and being aggressive in attack, attacking with a lot of players. "They (Newcastle) beat us last year two times, and of course I respect them a lot. It is a very strong stadium for them, difficult for the opponent." - 'Motivating' - Villa have lost their last four away games in the Premier League and Thursday's match promises to be another tough test. "When I arrived here, my thoughts were that it is the most difficult league," said Emery. "A lot of teams have capacity, with good players, good coaches and good history...The league is a very interesting league, very motivating for us, each match how we can get points and be better. Now we are sixth, we are trying to focus each match, be consistent. "We are feeling better at home, but away, it is completely different." Also read: Premier League: Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim questions Marcus Rashford's camp after public comments Howe, meanwhile, has challenged his eighth-placed side -- just two points behind Villa -- to prove the Premier League's top six is no "closed shop". Spending regulations mean both clubs face fresh challenges as they bid to secure places among English football's elite but Howe refuses to let those restrictions temper his ambitions. "I never see anything as a closed shop," he said. "It's our job to try and achieve the most that we can and put no barriers on our levels or our expectations of ourselves internally and see what happens." Howe added: "We have seen Nottingham Forest, Bournemouth and loads of teams have really strong seasons. The level of the Premier League has been really tight this year between all teams. "I don't think there's a lot of difference between the top and bottom sides and that's testament to the quality of every team in the league. There are no easy games and that makes a great spectacle. "It makes a great league because you never know what's going to happen. You never know what twists and turns are ahead, so it's up to all of us to try and break into whatever group of teams, try to upset people and achieve success." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

PL: Aston Villa boss Unai Emery set for 'very difficult' clash with Newcastle on Boxing Day

On Monday (Dec 23), Manu Bhaker's name was not mentioned in the Khel Ratna award list despite her two bronze medals in the Paris Olympics. In the showpiece event, the 22-year-old won two bronze medals — one in the women's 10m air pistol event and the other with Sarabjot Singh in the mixed 10m pistol event. However, a&nbsp;12-member National Sports Day committee, headed by retired Supreme Court judge, Justice V Ramasubramam&nbsp;did not recommend the shooter's name, irking her father Ramakrishna.

While&nbsp;the Sports Ministry has claimed that the 22-year-old did not apply for the award, her father&nbsp;revealed that they did apply&nbsp;for the honour but never heard back (it is unclear if the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) for the list). Amid all this, Ramakrishna has made a big claim, saying he should have made Manu a cricketer rather than a shooter.

Manu's father said in an interview with TOI,&nbsp;"I regret putting her in the sport of shooting. I should have instead made her a cricketer. Then, all the awards and accolades would have come her way. She won two Olympic medals in a single edition, no one has ever done that. What else do you expect my child to do for the country? The government must recognise her efforts."

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/olympics/news-manu-bhaker-paris-olympics-double-medallist-not-named-in-khel-ratna-nominees-list-sources-786138">Manu Bhaker, Paris Olympics' double medallist, not named in Khel Ratna nominees' list: Sources</a>

Ramakrishna said that Manu was disheartened and claimed she regretted participating in&nbsp;the Olympics and winning medals for the country.

"I spoke to Manu, and she was disheartened by all this. She told me 'I shouldn't have gone to the Olympics and won medals for the country. In fact, I shouldn't have become a sportsperson'," Manu's father added.

Manu became the first-ever Indian athlete, post Independence, to win two medals in an Olympic edition. In 2020, she was honoured with the Arjuna Award.&nbsp;

On Monday (Dec 23), Manu Bhaker's name was not mentioned in the Khel Ratna award list despite her two bronze medals in the Paris Olympics. In the showpiece event, the 22-year-old won two bronze medals — one in the women's 10m air pistol event and the other with Sarabjot Singh in the mixed 10m pistol event.

On Monday (Dec 23), Manu Bhaker's name was not mentioned in the Khel Ratna award list despite her two bronze medals in the Paris Olympics. In the showpiece event, the 22-year-old won two bronze medals — one in the women's 10m air pistol event and the other with Sarabjot Singh in the mixed 10m pistol event. However, a 12-member National Sports Day committee, headed by retired Supreme Court judge, Justice V Ramasubramam did not recommend the shooter's name, irking her father Ramakrishna. While the Sports Ministry has claimed that the 22-year-old did not apply for the award, her father revealed that they did apply for the honour but never heard back (it is unclear if the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) for the list). Amid all this, Ramakrishna has made a big claim, saying he should have made Manu a cricketer rather than a shooter. Manu's father said in an interview with TOI, "I regret putting her in the sport of shooting. I should have instead made her a cricketer. Then, all the awards and accolades would have come her way. She won two Olympic medals in a single edition, no one has ever done that. What else do you expect my child to do for the country? The government must recognise her efforts." Also read: Manu Bhaker, Paris Olympics' double medallist, not named in Khel Ratna nominees' list: Sources Ramakrishna said that Manu was disheartened and claimed she regretted participating in the Olympics and winning medals for the country. "I spoke to Manu, and she was disheartened by all this. She told me 'I shouldn't have gone to the Olympics and won medals for the country. In fact, I shouldn't have become a sportsperson'," Manu's father added. Manu became the first-ever Indian athlete, post Independence, to win two medals in an Olympic edition. In 2020, she was honoured with the Arjuna Award.

Should have made Manu Bhaker a cricketer: Shooter's father lashes out after Khel Ratna snub

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