In what comes as a massive blow to Australian cricket team, star opening batsman David Warner has been ruled out of the first Test against India, starting December 17 in Adelaide, but will try and return for the Boxing Day Test.

Warner suffered a strained adductor muscle that forced him to walk out of Australia’s second ODI against India in November following a stunning knock of 83.&nbsp;

"I feel I have made great progress in a short amount of time and it's best for me to stay here in Sydney to continue working on getting back to full fitness," the 34-year-old said in a statement.

"The injury feels a lot better, but I need to be able to satisfy in my own mind and to my team-mates that it is 100 percent ready for Test match conditions.

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"That includes running between the wickets and being agile in the field. Right now I feel I am short of being able to play at peak fitness and another 10 days will make a difference."

The pink-ball Test will commence in Adelaide on December 17, which will be the first encounter in the four-match Border-Gavaskar trophy.

While it is still not clear who will replace Warner in Adelaide but Cameron Green has made a strong statement by smashing a century for Australia A against a strong India A attack -- featuring Ravichandran Ashwin, Umesh Yadav and Mohammed Siraj.

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Whereas openers Will Pucovski and Joe Burns – who were in-line to pair up for the opening Test flopped in the warm-up game with the former leaving the field with concussion symptoms after a bouncer by Kartik Tyagi struck his helmet.

"Joe Burns, Cameron Green, Sean Abbott and Mitchell Swepson will derive great benefit from playing high-quality opposition against the pink ball in the final tour match," Australia selector Trevor Hohns said.

Coach Justin Langer expressed confidence Warner would be back for the second Test: "If there is one guy you know will go well above and beyond that's Dave," he said.&nbsp;

"He has done an incredible job to get to where he is today and we hope to have a fully fit David Warner at his absolute best in Melbourne."

In what comes as a massive blow to Australian cricket team, star opening batsman David Warner has been ruled out of the first Test against India, starting December 17 in Adelaide, but will try and return for the Boxing Day Test.

In what comes as a massive blow to Australian cricket team, star opening batsman David Warner has been ruled out of the first Test against India, starting December 17 in Adelaide, but will try and return for the Boxing Day Test. Warner suffered a strained adductor muscle that forced him to walk out of Australia’s second ODI against India in November following a stunning knock of 83. "I feel I have made great progress in a short amount of time and it's best for me to stay here in Sydney to continue working on getting back to full fitness," the 34-year-old said in a statement. "The injury feels a lot better, but I need to be able to satisfy in my own mind and to my team-mates that it is 100 percent ready for Test match conditions. ALSO READ: Virat Kohli left fuming as umpires deny India a DRS opportunity due to 'early' replay "That includes running between the wickets and being agile in the field. Right now I feel I am short of being able to play at peak fitness and another 10 days will make a difference." The pink-ball Test will commence in Adelaide on December 17, which will be the first encounter in the four-match Border-Gavaskar trophy. While it is still not clear who will replace Warner in Adelaide but Cameron Green has made a strong statement by smashing a century for Australia A against a strong India A attack -- featuring Ravichandran Ashwin, Umesh Yadav and Mohammed Siraj. ALSO READ: 3rd T20I: Australia take consolation win as India clinch series 2-1 Whereas openers Will Pucovski and Joe Burns – who were in-line to pair up for the opening Test flopped in the warm-up game with the former leaving the field with concussion symptoms after a bouncer by Kartik Tyagi struck his helmet. "Joe Burns, Cameron Green, Sean Abbott and Mitchell Swepson will derive great benefit from playing high-quality opposition against the pink ball in the final tour match," Australia selector Trevor Hohns said. Coach Justin Langer expressed confidence Warner would be back for the second Test: "If there is one guy you know will go well above and beyond that's Dave," he said. "He has done an incredible job to get to where he is today and we hope to have a fully fit David Warner at his absolute best in Melbourne."

David Warner ruled out of Day-Night Test vs India, likely to be fit for Boxing Day Test

Australia on Tuesday defeated India by 12 runs at the Sydney Cricket Ground in what was the third and final T20I match of the series. This was India’s first defeat in 12 T20Is for India with the last loss coming against the West Indies in Trivandrum in December 2019. The 12-run defeat to Australia also became India’s first away defeat in 11 matches since losing to New Zealand in Hamilton in February 2019.

The T20I series also marks the end to the limited-overs affair in India’s gruelling tour of Australia and both the teams will now focus on the four-match Test series, starting December 17.

Batting first, Australia posted 186/5 in 20 overs following a breathtaking 80-run knock off 53 deliveries laced by seven boundaries and two sixes. While captain Aaron Finch departed for a duck, Steve Smith was also sent packing for 24. Both the wickets were taken by Washington Sundar.&nbsp;

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Glenn Maxwell continued his rich run of form as he smashed 54 off 36 including three boundaries and as many sixes as Australia managed to post another formidable total on the board.&nbsp;

The Men in Blue, chasing 187, lost KL Rahul for a duck but Shikhar Dhawan and Virat Kohli stitched a 74-run stand before the southpaw departed for 28. Sanju Samson and Shreyas Iyer both failed to deliver with scores of 10 and 0 respectively.

Hardik Pandya smashed a couple of sixes but couldn’t continue and even Virat Kohli departed for 85 soon after Hardik was dismissed. Shardul Thakur hammered another couple of sixes but it was too little too late for India as they end the T20I series by winning it 2-1.

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“At one stage when Hardik started going, we thought we could pull it off. The middle over phase during our batting cost us the game. A partnership of 30-odd would've made it easier for Hardik. We are finding ways to come back and give the opposition a scare and the series win is a little asterisk for us to finish the 2020 season on a high,” said Kohli after India’s 12-run defeat to Australia.

“I feel the crowd was a factor as well, it's always giving you a dimension of motivation. Our crowd pulls us through sometimes, and Australia's too, and we as players feed off the crowd's energy. We need to take the same competitive attitude into the Tests, and having played here a few times, we can score runs as well. Once it's time to capitalize and score, we need to do that session by session. I'm sure the current side is stronger than last time (Test matches) and I'll see if I can play the tour match,” he added. 
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Australia on Tuesday defeated India by 12 runs at the Sydney Cricket Ground in what was the third and final T20I match of the series. This was India’s first defeat in 12 T20Is for India with the last loss coming against the West Indies in Trivandrum in December 2019.

Australia on Tuesday defeated India by 12 runs at the Sydney Cricket Ground in what was the third and final T20I match of the series. This was India’s first defeat in 12 T20Is for India with the last loss coming against the West Indies in Trivandrum in December 2019. The 12-run defeat to Australia also became India’s first away defeat in 11 matches since losing to New Zealand in Hamilton in February 2019. The T20I series also marks the end to the limited-overs affair in India’s gruelling tour of Australia and both the teams will now focus on the four-match Test series, starting December 17. Batting first, Australia posted 186/5 in 20 overs following a breathtaking 80-run knock off 53 deliveries laced by seven boundaries and two sixes. While captain Aaron Finch departed for a duck, Steve Smith was also sent packing for 24. Both the wickets were taken by Washington Sundar. ALSO READ: Virat Kohli left fuming as umpires deny India a DRS opportunity due to 'early' replay Glenn Maxwell continued his rich run of form as he smashed 54 off 36 including three boundaries and as many sixes as Australia managed to post another formidable total on the board. The Men in Blue, chasing 187, lost KL Rahul for a duck but Shikhar Dhawan and Virat Kohli stitched a 74-run stand before the southpaw departed for 28. Sanju Samson and Shreyas Iyer both failed to deliver with scores of 10 and 0 respectively. Hardik Pandya smashed a couple of sixes but couldn’t continue and even Virat Kohli departed for 85 soon after Hardik was dismissed. Shardul Thakur hammered another couple of sixes but it was too little too late for India as they end the T20I series by winning it 2-1. ALSO READ: IND vs AUS: Ravindra Jadeja likely to miss pink-ball Test “At one stage when Hardik started going, we thought we could pull it off. The middle over phase during our batting cost us the game. A partnership of 30-odd would've made it easier for Hardik. We are finding ways to come back and give the opposition a scare and the series win is a little asterisk for us to finish the 2020 season on a high,” said Kohli after India’s 12-run defeat to Australia. “I feel the crowd was a factor as well, it's always giving you a dimension of motivation. Our crowd pulls us through sometimes, and Australia's too, and we as players feed off the crowd's energy. We need to take the same competitive attitude into the Tests, and having played here a few times, we can score runs as well. Once it's time to capitalize and score, we need to do that session by session. I'm sure the current side is stronger than last time (Test matches) and I'll see if I can play the tour match,” he added.

3rd T20I: Australia take consolation win as India clinch series 2-1

The third T20I between India and Australia witnessed a chaotic and bizarre moment as the Virat Kohli-led Indian team were denied the chance to take the Decision Review System (DRS) which would have dismissed Australian opener Matthew Wade at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) on Tuesday.

The incident happened in the 11th over when Wade failed a flick off a full-length delivery from T Natarajan. The ball went on to hit Wade’s pads but neither Natarajan nor KL Rahul thought about taking a review in a bid to reverse the on-field decision by the umpire.

However, Indian skipper Virat Kohli, fielding near the boundary rope, took the DRS which was accepted by the umpires before they decided to deny it. The reason behind the bizarre call was because India took the DRS only after the replay was shown on the big screen in the SCG.

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Even Wade was heard chirping: "They have referred it? It was shown on the big screen."

While the umpires decided to not allow Indian team to take the DRS, a confused Kohli walked up to them and walked back to his fielding position after a brief chat. Whether the replay was shown on the big screen before the end of 15 seconds is yet to be known.

Wade was caught plumb as the Ball Tracker displayed three reds on the screen and should have walked back to the pavilion had the umpires not deemed India’s review as null and void.

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New Zealand all-rounder James Neesham reacted on the incident and took to social media platform Twitter to write: "That’s gotta be the most mistakes made in a 20 second window in all cricket."

The third T20I between India and Australia witnessed a chaotic and bizarre moment as the Virat Kohli-led Indian team were denied the chance to take the Decision Review System (DRS) which would have dismissed Australian opener Matthew Wade at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) on Tuesday.

The third T20I between India and Australia witnessed a chaotic and bizarre moment as the Virat Kohli-led Indian team were denied the chance to take the Decision Review System (DRS) which would have dismissed Australian opener Matthew Wade at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) on Tuesday. The incident happened in the 11th over when Wade failed a flick off a full-length delivery from T Natarajan. The ball went on to hit Wade’s pads but neither Natarajan nor KL Rahul thought about taking a review in a bid to reverse the on-field decision by the umpire. However, Indian skipper Virat Kohli, fielding near the boundary rope, took the DRS which was accepted by the umpires before they decided to deny it. The reason behind the bizarre call was because India took the DRS only after the replay was shown on the big screen in the SCG. ALSO READ: Pakistan cricketers to leave New Zealand quarantine, cleared to train for 1st T20I Even Wade was heard chirping: "They have referred it? It was shown on the big screen." While the umpires decided to not allow Indian team to take the DRS, a confused Kohli walked up to them and walked back to his fielding position after a brief chat. Whether the replay was shown on the big screen before the end of 15 seconds is yet to be known. Wade was caught plumb as the Ball Tracker displayed three reds on the screen and should have walked back to the pavilion had the umpires not deemed India’s review as null and void. TRENDING: Watch - Sachin Tendulkar enjoys parasailing on vacation New Zealand all-rounder James Neesham reacted on the incident and took to social media platform Twitter to write: "That’s gotta be the most mistakes made in a 20 second window in all cricket."

Virat Kohli left fuming as umpires deny India a DRS opportunity due to 'early' replay

Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who had pulled his hamstring before suffering a concussion during India’s first T20I match against Australia, was ruled out of the entire three-match T20I series. While Indian fans hoped that the flamboyant southpaw would return in time for the pink-ball Test against Australia, starting December 17, it is being reported that Jadeja is likely to miss the first Test at the Adelaide.<o:p></o:p>

Jadeja, concussed, was replaced by Yuzvendra Chahal in the playing XI in the first T20I match against Australia as the leg-spinner went on to spin a web around the Aussie batters to help India take a crucial win. However, if Jadeja goes on to miss the first Test then it could come as a huge blow to the Indian team who rely on Jadeja’s batting prowess down the order.

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With India missing Rohit Sharma and Ishant Sharma, Jadeja’s absence is likely to hit the visitors hard while making the Australian team even more favourites to win the four-match Test series.

India will also miss Kohli’s services after the first Test with the Indian skipper set to leave for India to be with his wife Anushka Sharma for the birth of their first child. Ajinkya Rahane, who scored an unbeaten century in the tour match against Australia A, will lead the Indian side in the last three Tests.

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India scripted history Down Under by becoming the first Asian side to win a Test series against Australia on Australian soil in 2018-19.<o:p></o:p>

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Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who had pulled his hamstring before suffering a concussion during India’s first T20I match against Australia, was ruled out of the entire three-match T20I series.

Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who had pulled his hamstring before suffering a concussion during India’s first T20I match against Australia, was ruled out of the entire three-match T20I series. While Indian fans hoped that the flamboyant southpaw would return in time for the pink-ball Test against Australia, starting December 17, it is being reported that Jadeja is likely to miss the first Test at the Adelaide. Jadeja, concussed, was replaced by Yuzvendra Chahal in the playing XI in the first T20I match against Australia as the leg-spinner went on to spin a web around the Aussie batters to help India take a crucial win. However, if Jadeja goes on to miss the first Test then it could come as a huge blow to the Indian team who rely on Jadeja’s batting prowess down the order. ALSO READ: 'Incredible spectacle': Langer impressed with Pandya's Dhoni-like finishing skills With India missing Rohit Sharma and Ishant Sharma, Jadeja’s absence is likely to hit the visitors hard while making the Australian team even more favourites to win the four-match Test series. India will also miss Kohli’s services after the first Test with the Indian skipper set to leave for India to be with his wife Anushka Sharma for the birth of their first child. Ajinkya Rahane, who scored an unbeaten century in the tour match against Australia A, will lead the Indian side in the last three Tests. ALSO READ: Amazing game of cricket, says Kohli after India seal T20I series with game to go India scripted history Down Under by becoming the first Asian side to win a Test series against Australia on Australian soil in 2018-19.

IND vs AUS: Ravindra Jadeja likely to miss pink-ball Test

India is set to take on hosts Australia in the second T20I of the three-match series at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Virat and Co. will look to seal the deal at Sydney to get some confidence before heading towards the much-anticipated Test series.&nbsp;

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Yuzvendra Chahal and Ravindra Jadeja starred in a close win against Australia in the first T20I in Canberra. However, India will head to the second match without Jadeja, who has been ruled out for the rest of the series. Pacer Shardul Thakur has been added to the T20I squad. KL Rahul's form has continued from the IPL, he scored a crucial half-century in tough conditions at Canberra. Virat could be lethal at SCG as he got out on a loose shot in Canberra and will not be looking to repeat the mistake. T Natarajan filled in Bumrah's shoes and troubled the Aussie batsmen. Chahar was expensive but troubled the man in form Steve Smith.&nbsp;

Australia, on the other hand, will be looking to bounce back. SCG has been an ideal place for Aussie batsmen to score runs. Finch's injury leaves his availability hanging. Steve Smith seemed comfortable at the SCG than Canberra. Hazlewood was expensive last time and his over against Jadeja changed the course of the match. If Finch does not play this match, Steve Smith could don the role of captain.&nbsp;

Possible XI (India): Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul (wk), Virat Kohli (c), Sanju Samson, Manish Pandey, Hardik Pandya, Washington Sundar, Deepak Chahar, T Natarajan, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jasprit Bumrah

Possible XI (Australia): Aaron Finch (c)/D'Arcy Short, Alex Carey (wk), Steve Smith, Moises Henriques, Glenn Maxwell, Matthew Wade, Sean Abbott, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood/Andrew Tye, Mitchell Swepson, Adam Zampa

Squads:

Australia: D Arcy Short, Aaron Finch(c), Steven Smith, Glenn Maxwell, Moises Henriques, Matthew Wade(w), Sean Abbott, Mitchell Starc, Mitchell Swepson, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood, Nathan Lyon, Alex Carey, Daniel Sams, Andrew Tye, Marnus Labuschagne, Marcus Stoinis

India: KL Rahul(w), Shikhar Dhawan, Virat Kohli(c), Sanju Samson, Manish Pandey, Hardik Pandya, Washington Sundar, Deepak Chahar, Mohammed Shami, T Natarajan, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jasprit Bumrah, Shardul Thakur, Shreyas Iyer, Mayank Agarwal, Navdeep Saini

India is set to take on hosts Australia in the second T20I of the three-match series at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Virat and Co. will look to seal the deal at Sydney to get some confidence before heading towards the much-anticipated Test series.

India is set to take on hosts Australia in the second T20I of the three-match series at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Virat and Co. will look to seal the deal at Sydney to get some confidence before heading towards the much-anticipated Test series. Also read: Ind vs Aus: Kohli has unbelievable bowling attack, says Head Yuzvendra Chahal and Ravindra Jadeja starred in a close win against Australia in the first T20I in Canberra. However, India will head to the second match without Jadeja, who has been ruled out for the rest of the series. Pacer Shardul Thakur has been added to the T20I squad. KL Rahul's form has continued from the IPL, he scored a crucial half-century in tough conditions at Canberra. Virat could be lethal at SCG as he got out on a loose shot in Canberra and will not be looking to repeat the mistake. T Natarajan filled in Bumrah's shoes and troubled the Aussie batsmen. Chahar was expensive but troubled the man in form Steve Smith. Australia, on the other hand, will be looking to bounce back. SCG has been an ideal place for Aussie batsmen to score runs. Finch's injury leaves his availability hanging. Steve Smith seemed comfortable at the SCG than Canberra. Hazlewood was expensive last time and his over against Jadeja changed the course of the match. If Finch does not play this match, Steve Smith could don the role of captain. Possible XI (India): Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul (wk), Virat Kohli (c), Sanju Samson, Manish Pandey, Hardik Pandya, Washington Sundar, Deepak Chahar, T Natarajan, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jasprit Bumrah Possible XI (Australia): Aaron Finch (c)/D'Arcy Short, Alex Carey (wk), Steve Smith, Moises Henriques, Glenn Maxwell, Matthew Wade, Sean Abbott, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood/Andrew Tye, Mitchell Swepson, Adam Zampa Squads: Australia: D Arcy Short, Aaron Finch(c), Steven Smith, Glenn Maxwell, Moises Henriques, Matthew Wade(w), Sean Abbott, Mitchell Starc, Mitchell Swepson, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood, Nathan Lyon, Alex Carey, Daniel Sams, Andrew Tye, Marnus Labuschagne, Marcus Stoinis India: KL Rahul(w), Shikhar Dhawan, Virat Kohli(c), Sanju Samson, Manish Pandey, Hardik Pandya, Washington Sundar, Deepak Chahar, Mohammed Shami, T Natarajan, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jasprit Bumrah, Shardul Thakur, Shreyas Iyer, Mayank Agarwal, Navdeep Saini

India vs Australia 2nd T20I: Preview, probable XI, players to watch out for

India seals the T20I series against Australia after beating them by six wickets in a high scoring clash at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Virat and Co.&nbsp;took&nbsp;an unassailable in 2-0 lead against the hosts.

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India won the toss and chose to bowl. Australia were off to a great start as interim skipper Matthew Wade smashed a quickfire 58 runs off just 38 balls. However, Indian bowlers were quick to bounce back after Wade's dismissal after removing D'Arcy Short and Maxwell. Steve Smith held on to the crease. Stoinis and Henriques added the finishing touches to the Aussie innings powering the hosts to 194 runs in 20 overs. T Natarajan impressed everyone with his bowling spell. The newbie conceded 20 runs in just four over and scalped two wickets.&nbsp;

India too were off to a good start. The opening pair of KL Rahul and Shikhar Dhawan racked up quick boundaries in the first powerplay keeping India in the chase. However, India lost quick wickets in the middle overs. Indian skipper Virat Kohli was on the crease and smashed 40 runs off 24 runs. Pandya's innings were crucial to India as he took the team over the line. India needed 14 runs in final six balls. Pandya's two 6s in the 20th over sealed the deal for India with two balls to spare. Hardik Pandya was adjudged the Player of the Match for his blitzkrieg against the Aussie bowling unit.&nbsp;

India's win against Australia at the SCG makes it the second-highest successful run chases in Australia T20Is.&nbsp;

<h2>Highest successful run chases in Australia (T20I)</h2>

198 Ind vs Aus SCG 2016 
195 Ind vs Aus SCG 2020 * 
174 SL vs Aus Geelong 2017 
169 SL vs Aus MCG 2017

<h2>Most consecutive wins in T20Is</h2>

12 Afghanistan (2018-19) 
11 Afghanistan (2016-17) 
09 Pakistan (2018) 
09 India (2020) (current streak)

India will be eyeing to clean sweep Australia in the third and final T20I.&nbsp;

India seals the T20I series against Australia after beating them by six wickets in a high scoring clash at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Virat and Co. took an unassailable in 2-0 lead against the hosts.

India seals the T20I series against Australia after beating them by six wickets in a high scoring clash at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Virat and Co. took an unassailable in 2-0 lead against the hosts. Also read: India vs Australia 2nd T20I: Preview, probable XI, players to watch out for India won the toss and chose to bowl. Australia were off to a great start as interim skipper Matthew Wade smashed a quickfire 58 runs off just 38 balls. However, Indian bowlers were quick to bounce back after Wade's dismissal after removing D'Arcy Short and Maxwell. Steve Smith held on to the crease. Stoinis and Henriques added the finishing touches to the Aussie innings powering the hosts to 194 runs in 20 overs. T Natarajan impressed everyone with his bowling spell. The newbie conceded 20 runs in just four over and scalped two wickets. India too were off to a good start. The opening pair of KL Rahul and Shikhar Dhawan racked up quick boundaries in the first powerplay keeping India in the chase. However, India lost quick wickets in the middle overs. Indian skipper Virat Kohli was on the crease and smashed 40 runs off 24 runs. Pandya's innings were crucial to India as he took the team over the line. India needed 14 runs in final six balls. Pandya's two 6s in the 20th over sealed the deal for India with two balls to spare. Hardik Pandya was adjudged the Player of the Match for his blitzkrieg against the Aussie bowling unit. India's win against Australia at the SCG makes it the second-highest successful run chases in Australia T20Is. Highest successful run chases in Australia (T20I) 198 Ind vs Aus SCG 2016 195 Ind vs Aus SCG 2020 * 174 SL vs Aus Geelong 2017 169 SL vs Aus MCG 2017 Most consecutive wins in T20Is 12 Afghanistan (2018-19) 11 Afghanistan (2016-17) 09 Pakistan (2018) 09 India (2020) (current streak) India will be eyeing to clean sweep Australia in the third and final T20I.

IND vs AUS 2nd T20I: Virat and Co. beat Australia in a high scoring thriller

India on Wednesday avoided a whitewash against Australia after beating the hosts by 13 runs in third and final ODI in Canberra. However, India's batting order and bowling unit have been struggling in Australia.&nbsp;

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According to former England skipper Michael Vaughan, India is carrying a ‘timid mindset’ which is barring them from playing aggressive cricket.

"We saw an incredible partnership between Pandya and Jadeja but beyond that is not a great deal but I was just wondering back of the mind that they are playing timidly and is getting them into a situation," said Vaughan on Cricbuzz.

"I just think it’s freedom and culture around dressing room which allows them to do that (play aggressively) and I think, India have the talent in their batsmen and playing with that approach because they’ve got the skill, they’ve got the time, they’ve got the gift. I just wonder if in that culture, in the Indian dressing room, I just wonder it’s a little bit old school. I just wonder it’s a little bit back the innings when we play consistently. They’ve got enough talent to go out for it a little bit early and a bit harder," said Michael Vaughan.

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India's former pacer Zaheer Khan agreed with Vaughan and said that the team's think tank should make a "conscious effort".&nbsp;

"It’s all about what brand of cricket you want to play? How you going to structure your innings. All those discussions are important when the skeleton needs to be formed. When you look at this team when someone like Rohit Sharma is out, you tend to feel that the winning formula is not defined for any other individual to fill in that particular role," said Zaheer Khan.

"A conscious effort has to be made by the think tank and the team management to have a set and defined brand of cricket which the team wants to play," he added.

India on Wednesday avoided a whitewash against Australia after beating the hosts by 13 runs in third and final ODI in Canberra. However, India's batting order and bowling unit have been struggling in Australia.

India on Wednesday avoided a whitewash against Australia after beating the hosts by 13 runs in third and final ODI in Canberra. However, India's batting order and bowling unit have been struggling in Australia. Also read: 'They shouldn’t be tired': Brett Lee on Pat Cummins being rested after playing two ODIs According to former England skipper Michael Vaughan, India is carrying a ‘timid mindset’ which is barring them from playing aggressive cricket. "We saw an incredible partnership between Pandya and Jadeja but beyond that is not a great deal but I was just wondering back of the mind that they are playing timidly and is getting them into a situation," said Vaughan on Cricbuzz. "I just think it’s freedom and culture around dressing room which allows them to do that (play aggressively) and I think, India have the talent in their batsmen and playing with that approach because they’ve got the skill, they’ve got the time, they’ve got the gift. I just wonder if in that culture, in the Indian dressing room, I just wonder it’s a little bit old school. I just wonder it’s a little bit back the innings when we play consistently. They’ve got enough talent to go out for it a little bit early and a bit harder," said Michael Vaughan. IN PICS| Postponements and resumption: A turbulent year of 2020 for sports world India's former pacer Zaheer Khan agreed with Vaughan and said that the team's think tank should make a "conscious effort". "It’s all about what brand of cricket you want to play? How you going to structure your innings. All those discussions are important when the skeleton needs to be formed. When you look at this team when someone like Rohit Sharma is out, you tend to feel that the winning formula is not defined for any other individual to fill in that particular role," said Zaheer Khan. "A conscious effort has to be made by the think tank and the team management to have a set and defined brand of cricket which the team wants to play," he added.

'Team India is carrying a timid mindset and lack aggressive approach', says Michael Vaughan

Australian head coach Justin Langer blew up at match referee David Boon for India’s usage of concussion substitute. Star Indian spinner Yuzvendra Chahal replaced all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja after the latter suffered a concussion after the completion of India’s innings in the first T20I against Australia at the Manuka Oval in Canberra on Friday.&nbsp;

As per rules, the match referee is the final official to approve the concussion substitute after consultation with medical staff. The BCCI medical team came to the conclusion that Jadeja suffered a concussion and as India didn’t have any other all-rounder in the team and Jadeja regularly bowls four overs for India in T20Is, the match referee approved the decision to field Chahal as a substitute to Jadeja.

Lander was seen having a heated conversation with Boon before the start of the second innings after Jadeja was struck on the helmet on the second ball of the final over of the first innings from Mitchell Starc.

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An over earlier, Jadeja had suffered an injury to his right that suggested he could be out of bowling in the Australian innings, making Chahal a perfect replacement for Jadeja.

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<h2>Concussion replacements are strange: Virat Kohli</h2>

“There were no plans of having Yuzi in the game. Concussion replacements are a strange thing. Today, it worked for us. Yuzi showed character to squeeze the opponents. I thought they had a great start. They were cruising. The batters offered us a few wickets. That is T20 cricket for you,” Indian skipper Kohli said after the match.

<h2>Can't challenge medical experts: Finch</h2>

“Their doctor had ruled Jadeja out due to concussion. You can't be challenging a medical expert's opinion,” Australian captain Finch said.

Notably, Jadeja didn’t undergo concussion test after he was hit on the helmet by Starc and was only evaluated after the end of innings. However, ICC regulations permit concussion test to be conducted at the end of the over, which happened in this case – the end of innings. There are suggestions that Jadeja probably suffered a delayed concussion.

“Should he have had a concussion test there and then?” Mark Waugh said on Fox Cricket. “He would not have been able to bat.”

“You would think the Australian management would be saying wouldn’t there be protocols that need to be met to make that judgement,” Gilchrist added. “Because he scored the lion’s share of his runs after that.”

“You can’t have it both ways,” Waugh said. “You can’t have a substitute who can then bowl for you and then bat on.”

“No doctor or physio came out to test Jadeja for concussion... he then looks like his [sic] has done something to his leg... then they pull the concussion replacement!!! #RatSniffed,” former England captain Michael Vaughan tweeted.

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The Indian leggie continued to torment the Aussie batters as he went on to dismiss Aaron Finch, Steve Smith and Matthew Wade.&nbsp;

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Australian head coach Justin Langer blew up at match referee David Boon for India’s usage of concussion substitute. Star Indian spinner Yuzvendra Chahal replaced all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja after the latter suffered a concussion after the completion of India’s innings in the first T20I against Australia at the Manuka Oval in Canberra on Friday.

Australian head coach Justin Langer blew up at match referee David Boon for India’s usage of concussion substitute. Star Indian spinner Yuzvendra Chahal replaced all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja after the latter suffered a concussion after the completion of India’s innings in the first T20I against Australia at the Manuka Oval in Canberra on Friday. As per rules, the match referee is the final official to approve the concussion substitute after consultation with medical staff. The BCCI medical team came to the conclusion that Jadeja suffered a concussion and as India didn’t have any other all-rounder in the team and Jadeja regularly bowls four overs for India in T20Is, the match referee approved the decision to field Chahal as a substitute to Jadeja. Lander was seen having a heated conversation with Boon before the start of the second innings after Jadeja was struck on the helmet on the second ball of the final over of the first innings from Mitchell Starc. ALSO READ: Aus vs Ind 1st T20I: Chahal, Jadeja's killer blow help India win by 11 runs It took four matches but the summer has had its first blow up... It was between Justin Langer and match referee David Boon 😱😱😱 DETAILS >>> https://t.co/O4Cw2RrWEQ #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/MUS3PT0Ogp — Fox Cricket (@FoxCricket) December 4, 2020 × An over earlier, Jadeja had suffered an injury to his right that suggested he could be out of bowling in the Australian innings, making Chahal a perfect replacement for Jadeja. ALSO READ: 'Team India is carrying a ‘timid mindset’ and lack aggressive approach', says Michael Vaughan Concussion replacements are strange: Virat Kohli “There were no plans of having Yuzi in the game. Concussion replacements are a strange thing. Today, it worked for us. Yuzi showed character to squeeze the opponents. I thought they had a great start. They were cruising. The batters offered us a few wickets. That is T20 cricket for you,” Indian skipper Kohli said after the match. Can't challenge medical experts: Finch “Their doctor had ruled Jadeja out due to concussion. You can't be challenging a medical expert's opinion,” Australian captain Finch said. Notably, Jadeja didn’t undergo concussion test after he was hit on the helmet by Starc and was only evaluated after the end of innings. However, ICC regulations permit concussion test to be conducted at the end of the over, which happened in this case – the end of innings. There are suggestions that Jadeja probably suffered a delayed concussion. “Should he have had a concussion test there and then?” Mark Waugh said on Fox Cricket. “He would not have been able to bat.” “You would think the Australian management would be saying wouldn’t there be protocols that need to be met to make that judgement,” Gilchrist added. “Because he scored the lion’s share of his runs after that.” “You can’t have it both ways,” Waugh said. “You can’t have a substitute who can then bowl for you and then bat on.” “No doctor or physio came out to test Jadeja for concussion... he then looks like his [sic] has done something to his leg... then they pull the concussion replacement!!! #RatSniffed,” former England captain Michael Vaughan tweeted. No Doctor or Physio came out to Test Jadeja for concussion ... he then looks like his has done something to his leg ... then they pull the concussion replacement .. !!!!! #RatSniffed #OnOn #AUSvIND — Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) December 4, 2020 × The Indian leggie continued to torment the Aussie batters as he went on to dismiss Aaron Finch, Steve Smith and Matthew Wade. The second T20I of the match will be played on Sunday at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Justin Langer gets into altercation with match referee over controversial concussion sub

India on Friday defeated Australia by 11 runs at the Manuka Oval in Canberra to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match T20I series. India posted 161/7 in 20 overs but successfully defended the total by 11 runs as Yuzvendra Chahal, who was the concussion substitute in the match, and debutant T Natarajan starred with the ball for the Men in Blue.

India, batting first, were off to a torrid start as Mitchell Starc cleaned up Shikhar Dhawan (1) early in the innings before Mitchell Swepson dismissed Indian skipper Virat Kohli (9). KL Rahul and Sanju Samson stitched a crucial partnership in between but the latter for sent packing by Moises Henriques after a quickfire 23. Manish Pandey (2) fell to Adam Zampa, who continued his good form with the ball.&nbsp;

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An in-form Hardik Pandya too perished for 16 before Ravindra Jadeja came out all guns blazing and smashed 44 not out off 23. Controversy hit the match as Jadeja was replaced by Chahal as concussion substitute with some of the former cricketers asking why wasn’t the Indian all-rounder checked by doctors when he was hit on the helmet with three balls to go in the first innings. Jadeja scored nine off those deliveries to take India above the 160-run mark.&nbsp;

Australia were off to a flyer while chasing 162 as openers Aaron Finch and D’Arcy Short stitched a 56-run stand before the Aussie skipper was sent packing by Chahal. The Indian leggie continued to torment the Aussie batters as he went on to dismiss Steve Smith (12) and Matthew Wade (7).

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<h2>Was mentally fit to bowl: Yuzvendra Chahal</h2>

"I have played so many games and was mentally fit. 10-15 minutes before the start of the innings, I got to know I will play. The way Zampa bowled, I tried to do the same as well. It was a little harder to score in the first innings. 150-160 is a good score on this wicket. I bowled according to my plans," said Chahal after being named Man of the Match.

Debutant T Natarajan brought his yorker barrage as he picked three wickets including the scalps of Short, Maxwell and Starc as India wrapped up a good 11-run win to take 1-0 lead in the T20I series.

The second T20I of the match will be played on Sunday at the Sydney Cricket Ground. 
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India on Friday defeated Australia by 11 runs at the Manuka Oval in Canberra to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match T20I series. India posted 161/7 in 20 overs but successfully defended the total by 11 runs as Yuzvendra Chahal, who was the concussion substitute in the match, and debutant T Natarajan starred with the ball for the Men in Blue.

India on Friday defeated Australia by 11 runs at the Manuka Oval in Canberra to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match T20I series. India posted 161/7 in 20 overs but successfully defended the total by 11 runs as Yuzvendra Chahal, who was the concussion substitute in the match, and debutant T Natarajan starred with the ball for the Men in Blue. India, batting first, were off to a torrid start as Mitchell Starc cleaned up Shikhar Dhawan (1) early in the innings before Mitchell Swepson dismissed Indian skipper Virat Kohli (9). KL Rahul and Sanju Samson stitched a crucial partnership in between but the latter for sent packing by Moises Henriques after a quickfire 23. Manish Pandey (2) fell to Adam Zampa, who continued his good form with the ball. ALSO READ: 'Team India is carrying a ‘timid mindset’ and lack aggressive approach', says Michael Vaughan An in-form Hardik Pandya too perished for 16 before Ravindra Jadeja came out all guns blazing and smashed 44 not out off 23. Controversy hit the match as Jadeja was replaced by Chahal as concussion substitute with some of the former cricketers asking why wasn’t the Indian all-rounder checked by doctors when he was hit on the helmet with three balls to go in the first innings. Jadeja scored nine off those deliveries to take India above the 160-run mark. Australia were off to a flyer while chasing 162 as openers Aaron Finch and D’Arcy Short stitched a 56-run stand before the Aussie skipper was sent packing by Chahal. The Indian leggie continued to torment the Aussie batters as he went on to dismiss Steve Smith (12) and Matthew Wade (7). IN PICS | Postponements and resumption: A turbulent year of 2020 for sports world Was mentally fit to bowl: Yuzvendra Chahal "I have played so many games and was mentally fit. 10-15 minutes before the start of the innings, I got to know I will play. The way Zampa bowled, I tried to do the same as well. It was a little harder to score in the first innings. 150-160 is a good score on this wicket. I bowled according to my plans," said Chahal after being named Man of the Match. Debutant T Natarajan brought his yorker barrage as he picked three wickets including the scalps of Short, Maxwell and Starc as India wrapped up a good 11-run win to take 1-0 lead in the T20I series. The second T20I of the match will be played on Sunday at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Aus vs Ind 1st T20I: Chahal, Jadeja's killer blow help India win by 11 runs

Australia and India are set to start the three-match T20I series with the opener at the Manuka Oval in Canberra on Friday. Australian captain Aaron Finch won the toss and opted to field first in the first T20I between Australia and India.&nbsp;

Australia won the ODI series 2-1 and would be looking to repeat the feat in the shortest format of the game. But India, after winning the last ODI, would be looking to continue the winning run in the T20Is.&nbsp;

Kohli: Great chance to have a look at a few guys. Have managed workloads of the bowlers nicely so far. We've been playing good T20 cricket, we just have to continue that. Natarajan is making his debut today. Looked composed in the third ODI. There was a reason I went to him.

Finch: Been quite a big buildup anyway. Was expected to be at this time. Not much changes. Short opens the batting, Wade at three. Phenomenal design, grateful to be able to wear it (the indigenous kit).

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<h2>When and what time will India vs Australia 1st T20I begin?</h2>

India vs Australia 1st T20I will start at 1:40 PM IST. The toss will take place at 1:10 PM IST.

<h2>Where will India vs Australia 1st T20I take place?</h2>

India vs Australia 1st T20I match will be held at Manuka Oval in Canberra.

<h2>Which channel will telecast India vs Australia 1st T20I&nbsp;in India?</h2>

India vs Australia 1st T20I will be live on Sony Ten 1 (and HD) and Sony Ten 3 (and HD) in India.

<h2>How to watch the live streaming of India vs Australia 1st T20I?</h2>

India vs Australia 1st T20I will be live-streamed on Airtel TV and Jio TV apps besides Sony Sports Network platforms.

<h2>India vs Australia 1st T20I: Squads</h2>

India squad: Virat Kohli (Captain), Shikhar Dhawan, Mayank Agarwal, KL Rahul (vice-captain), Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Hardik Pandya, Sanju Samson, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammad Shami, Navdeep Saini, Deepak Chahar, T Natarajan.&nbsp;

Australia squad: Aaron Finch (Captain), Sean Abbott, Ashton Agar, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Moises Henriques, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Daniel Sams, D'Arcy Short, Steven Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Andrew Tye, Matthew Wade, Adam Zampa. 
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Australia and India are set to start the three-match T20I series with the opener at the Manuka Oval in Canberra on Friday. Australian captain Aaron Finch won the toss and opted to field first in the first T20I between Australia and India.

Australia and India are set to start the three-match T20I series with the opener at the Manuka Oval in Canberra on Friday. Australian captain Aaron Finch won the toss and opted to field first in the first T20I between Australia and India. Australia won the ODI series 2-1 and would be looking to repeat the feat in the shortest format of the game. But India, after winning the last ODI, would be looking to continue the winning run in the T20Is. Kohli: Great chance to have a look at a few guys. Have managed workloads of the bowlers nicely so far. We've been playing good T20 cricket, we just have to continue that. Natarajan is making his debut today. Looked composed in the third ODI. There was a reason I went to him. Finch: Been quite a big buildup anyway. Was expected to be at this time. Not much changes. Short opens the batting, Wade at three. Phenomenal design, grateful to be able to wear it (the indigenous kit). ALSO READ: India vs Australia T20I series, Preview: Full schedule, head-to-head stats and more When and what time will India vs Australia 1st T20I begin? India vs Australia 1st T20I will start at 1:40 PM IST. The toss will take place at 1:10 PM IST. Where will India vs Australia 1st T20I take place? India vs Australia 1st T20I match will be held at Manuka Oval in Canberra. Which channel will telecast India vs Australia 1st T20I in India? India vs Australia 1st T20I will be live on Sony Ten 1 (and HD) and Sony Ten 3 (and HD) in India. How to watch the live streaming of India vs Australia 1st T20I? India vs Australia 1st T20I will be live-streamed on Airtel TV and Jio TV apps besides Sony Sports Network platforms. India vs Australia 1st T20I: Squads India squad: Virat Kohli (Captain), Shikhar Dhawan, Mayank Agarwal, KL Rahul (vice-captain), Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Hardik Pandya, Sanju Samson, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammad Shami, Navdeep Saini, Deepak Chahar, T Natarajan. Australia squad: Aaron Finch (Captain), Sean Abbott, Ashton Agar, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Moises Henriques, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Daniel Sams, D'Arcy Short, Steven Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Andrew Tye, Matthew Wade, Adam Zampa.

IND vs AUS 1st T20I Live Streaming: How and where to watch India vs Australia?

After winning the ODI series 2-1, Australia will take on India in a three-match T20I series starting December 4 (Friday) at the Manuka Oval in Canberra.

The Virat Kohli-led India will have some fresh faces in the squad when it comes to the shortest format of the game and will look to enter the series by winning the T20Is. Whereas, Australia would look to continue their winning run and bag the T20I series after the ODI matches.

Australia, the current world number 2 in T20Is, have looked dominating but will be without the services of talismanic opener David Warner, who is out with a groin injury.

Even the leading Aussie pacers are expected to get some rest in a bid to be fresh for the gruelling four-match Test series, starting from December 17.

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India, on the other hand, would look to end the white-ball series with a high. Besides the final ODI, the Indian team was outplayed by Australia in all departments of the game and the Men in Blue would look to rectify their mistakes and get back to business.

With India and Australia set to commence the three-match T20I series, here’s a look at key stats:

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<h2>India vs Australia: T20I Head-to-head</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Matches: 20</li>
	<li>Australia wins: 8</li>
	<li>India wins: 11</li>
	<li>No result: 1</li>
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<h2>Last 3 T20I series between India and Australia:</h2>

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	<li>2018-19 Australia beat India 2-0</li>
	<li>2018-19 Series drawn 1-1</li>
	<li>2017-18 Series drawn 1-1</li>
</ul>

<h2>India vs Australia: Full Schedule of T20I series</h2>

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	<li>Dec. 4 First T20I Manuka Oval, Canberra</li>
	<li>Dec. 6 Second T20I Sydney Cricket Ground</li>
	<li>Dec. 8 Third T20I Sydney Cricket Ground</li>
</ul>

<h2>India vs Australia: T20I squads</h2>

Squad: Aaron Finch, Sean Abbott, Ashton Agar, Alex Carey, Pat Cummins, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Moises Henriques, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Daniel Sams, Steven Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Matthew Wade, David Warner, Adam Zampa

Squad: Virat Kohli, Shikhar Dhawan, Mayank Agarwal, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Hardik Pandya, Sanju Samson, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Navdeep Saini, Deepak Chahar, T Natarajan 
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After winning the ODI series 2-1, Australia will take on India in a three-match T20I series starting December 4 (Friday) at the Manuka Oval in Canberra. The Virat Kohli-led India will have some fresh faces in the squad when it comes to the shortest format of the game and will look to enter the series by winning the T20Is.

After winning the ODI series 2-1, Australia will take on India in a three-match T20I series starting December 4 (Friday) at the Manuka Oval in Canberra. The Virat Kohli-led India will have some fresh faces in the squad when it comes to the shortest format of the game and will look to enter the series by winning the T20Is. Whereas, Australia would look to continue their winning run and bag the T20I series after the ODI matches. Australia, the current world number 2 in T20Is, have looked dominating but will be without the services of talismanic opener David Warner, who is out with a groin injury. Even the leading Aussie pacers are expected to get some rest in a bid to be fresh for the gruelling four-match Test series, starting from December 17. ALSO READ: Glenn Maxwell defends his signature 'switch shot' after Ian Chappell's criticism India, on the other hand, would look to end the white-ball series with a high. Besides the final ODI, the Indian team was outplayed by Australia in all departments of the game and the Men in Blue would look to rectify their mistakes and get back to business. With India and Australia set to commence the three-match T20I series, here’s a look at key stats: ALSO READ: Australia move to the top of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Super League table India vs Australia: T20I Head-to-head Matches: 20 Australia wins: 8 India wins: 11 No result: 1 Last 3 T20I series between India and Australia: 2018-19 Australia beat India 2-0 2018-19 Series drawn 1-1 2017-18 Series drawn 1-1 India vs Australia: Full Schedule of T20I series Dec. 4 First T20I Manuka Oval, Canberra Dec. 6 Second T20I Sydney Cricket Ground Dec. 8 Third T20I Sydney Cricket Ground India vs Australia: T20I squads Squad: Aaron Finch, Sean Abbott, Ashton Agar, Alex Carey, Pat Cummins, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Moises Henriques, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Daniel Sams, Steven Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Matthew Wade, David Warner, Adam Zampa Squad: Virat Kohli, Shikhar Dhawan, Mayank Agarwal, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Hardik Pandya, Sanju Samson, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Navdeep Saini, Deepak Chahar, T Natarajan

India vs Australia T20I series, Preview: Full schedule, head-to-head stats and more

The Aaron Finch-led Australia side has moved to the top of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Super League points table following their 2-1 victory over India.

Hosts Australia beat India for a 2-1 series win and have jumped to No.1 in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Super League with 40 points. India won the last game of the series and are placed at the No.6 position with 9 points.&nbsp;

Aaron Finch-led Australia were clinical in their approach with stellar performances in all departments, defeating Virat Kohli-led India in the first two games of the series. In the third ODI at Canberra today, debutant T Natarajan from India dismissed Marnus Labuschagne to pick up his maiden international wicket after half-centuries from Virat Kohli, all-rounder Hardik Pandya (92*) and Ravindra Jadeja (66*). The performances helped India to a 13-run win.&nbsp;

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Australia had defeated England 2-1 in their previous series of the 13-team championship, which was introduced this year to bring context to ODI cricket and also to decide the seven direct qualifiers for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023. India, though assured of a berth as hosts, were to use the opportunity for long-term preparation.&nbsp;

Reigning World Cup winners England are second in the points table with 30 points. They defeated Ireland 2-1 in the opening series of the championship before losing by the same margin to five-time world champions Australia.

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Pakistan are also on 20 points after a 2-1 series win over Zimbabwe, who secured 10 points for their Super Over win in the final ODI played in Rawalpindi.&nbsp;

The Aaron Finch-led Australia side has moved to the top of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Super League points table following their 2-1 victory over India. Hosts Australia beat India for a 2-1 series win and have jumped to No.

The Aaron Finch-led Australia side has moved to the top of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Super League points table following their 2-1 victory over India. Hosts Australia beat India for a 2-1 series win and have jumped to No.1 in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Super League with 40 points. India won the last game of the series and are placed at the No.6 position with 9 points. Aaron Finch-led Australia were clinical in their approach with stellar performances in all departments, defeating Virat Kohli-led India in the first two games of the series. In the third ODI at Canberra today, debutant T Natarajan from India dismissed Marnus Labuschagne to pick up his maiden international wicket after half-centuries from Virat Kohli, all-rounder Hardik Pandya (92*) and Ravindra Jadeja (66*). The performances helped India to a 13-run win. ALSO READ: IND vs AUS: Virat Kohli and Co. win 3rd ODI by 13 runs but lose series 2-1 Australia had defeated England 2-1 in their previous series of the 13-team championship, which was introduced this year to bring context to ODI cricket and also to decide the seven direct qualifiers for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023. India, though assured of a berth as hosts, were to use the opportunity for long-term preparation. Reigning World Cup winners England are second in the points table with 30 points. They defeated Ireland 2-1 in the opening series of the championship before losing by the same margin to five-time world champions Australia. ALSO READ: 'Playing for Australia is more important than playing in IPL': Shane Warne after Pat Cummins rested for third ODI Pakistan are also on 20 points after a 2-1 series win over Zimbabwe, who secured 10 points for their Super Over win in the final ODI played in Rawalpindi.

Australia move to the top of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Super League table

The Indian cricket team on Wednesday defeated Australia by 13 runs in the third and final ODI of the series in Canberra as the Men in Blue finally tasted success on Australian soil in the 2020-21 tour. After losing the first two ODIs, India fought back hard to get a solitary in the ODI series and will head into the three-match T20I series with a win.&nbsp;

Batting first, India posted 302/5 runs on board in 50 overs with Hardik Pandya smashing an unbeaten 92 laced by seven boundaries and one six. Indian skipper Virat Kohli started the rout with the willow as he laid the platform with a well-made 63 off 78 after losing Shikhar Dhawan (16) and Shubman Gill (33) earlier in the innings.&nbsp;

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Shreyas Iyer continued his hot-cold patch with the bat as he was dismissed by Adam Zampa on 19 before Ashton Agar sent KL Rahul packing for 5. With India struggling at 152/5 at one point, Hardik and Ravindra Jadeja stitched one of the finest partnerships of recent time and took India to a 300+ total.

While Hardik scored 92 not-out, Jadeja remained unbeaten at 66 off 50 deliveries as he hammered five boundaries and three sixes.

Chasing 303, Australia started confidently but lost new opener Marnus Labuschagne to debutant T Natarajan for 7. Steve Smith, who came into the match on the back of consecutive centuries, was dismissed for seven by Shardul Thakur. The Indian pacer further dismissed Moises Henriques (22) before Kuldeep Yadav sent debutant Cameron Green packing for 21.&nbsp;

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Alex Carey (38) and Glenn Maxwell (59) showed some determination to take the chase close but fell short against a potent Indian bowling attack. Ashton Agar, too, crumbled under pressure as Indian won the third ODI by 13 runs. Australia end the series with a 2-1 win.

The three-match T20I series between India and Australia is set to start from December 4 (Friday). 
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The Indian cricket team on Wednesday defeated Australia by 13 runs in the third and final ODI of the series in Canberra as the Men in Blue finally tasted success on Australian soil in the 2020-21 tour.

The Indian cricket team on Wednesday defeated Australia by 13 runs in the third and final ODI of the series in Canberra as the Men in Blue finally tasted success on Australian soil in the 2020-21 tour. After losing the first two ODIs, India fought back hard to get a solitary in the ODI series and will head into the three-match T20I series with a win. Batting first, India posted 302/5 runs on board in 50 overs with Hardik Pandya smashing an unbeaten 92 laced by seven boundaries and one six. Indian skipper Virat Kohli started the rout with the willow as he laid the platform with a well-made 63 off 78 after losing Shikhar Dhawan (16) and Shubman Gill (33) earlier in the innings. ALSO READ: 'Playing for Australia is more important than playing in IPL': Shane Warne after Pat Cummins rested for third ODI Shreyas Iyer continued his hot-cold patch with the bat as he was dismissed by Adam Zampa on 19 before Ashton Agar sent KL Rahul packing for 5. With India struggling at 152/5 at one point, Hardik and Ravindra Jadeja stitched one of the finest partnerships of recent time and took India to a 300+ total. While Hardik scored 92 not-out, Jadeja remained unbeaten at 66 off 50 deliveries as he hammered five boundaries and three sixes. Chasing 303, Australia started confidently but lost new opener Marnus Labuschagne to debutant T Natarajan for 7. Steve Smith, who came into the match on the back of consecutive centuries, was dismissed for seven by Shardul Thakur. The Indian pacer further dismissed Moises Henriques (22) before Kuldeep Yadav sent debutant Cameron Green packing for 21. ALSO READ: Virat Kohli fastest to 12000 runs in ODI cricket, surpasses Sachin Tendulkar Alex Carey (38) and Glenn Maxwell (59) showed some determination to take the chase close but fell short against a potent Indian bowling attack. Ashton Agar, too, crumbled under pressure as Indian won the third ODI by 13 runs. Australia end the series with a 2-1 win. The three-match T20I series between India and Australia is set to start from December 4 (Friday).

IND vs AUS: Virat Kohli and Co. win 3rd ODI by 13 runs but lose series 2-1

Virat Kohli on Wednesday added yet another milestone to his illustrious career as he became the faster played in the history of ODI cricket to score 12,000 runs while surpassing Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar during the third ODI against Australia in Canberra on Wednesday. Kohli needed just 23 runs to touch the landmark and ended up with 63 runs in the final knock of the ODI series.&nbsp;

Kohli ended up with two half-centuries in the three-match ODI series and also became the fastest to score 12,000 runs in ODI cricket. The record was held by Tendulkar who achieved the record in 309 matches and Kohli surpassed the Master Blaster in just 251 matches and broke a record which Tendulkar held for 17 years after achieving the feat against Pakistan at Centurion in 2003.

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Apart from Kohli and Tendulkar, the likes of Ricky Ponting, Sanath Jayasuriya, Mahela Jayawardene and Kumar Sangakkara are other batters to have accumulated 12,000 or more runs in ODI cricket.&nbsp;

<h2>Players to complete 12,000 ODI runs:</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Virat Kohli - 251 matches, 242 innings</li>
	<li>Sachin Tendukar - 309 matches, 300 innings</li>
	<li>Ricky Ponting - 323 matches, 314 innings</li>
	<li>Kumar Sangakkara - 359 matches, 336 innings&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Sanath Jayasuriya - 390 matches, 379 innings</li>
</ul>

However, Kohli missed on a feat after failing to convert his 63 runs into a hundred as he stands shy of Tendulkar’s record of most centuries (9) against Australia.

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Meanwhile, India posted a total of 303 for Australia after a late flourish by Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja. Virat Kohli had played a superb knock but failure from other batsmen didn’t allow the Indian batting line-up to go all-out against a new-looked Australian bowling attack.

Australia have already won the ODI series 2-0.

Virat Kohli on Wednesday added yet another milestone to his illustrious career as he became the faster played in the history of ODI cricket to score 12,000 runs while surpassing Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar during the third ODI against Australia in Canberra on Wednesday.

Virat Kohli on Wednesday added yet another milestone to his illustrious career as he became the faster played in the history of ODI cricket to score 12,000 runs while surpassing Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar during the third ODI against Australia in Canberra on Wednesday. Kohli needed just 23 runs to touch the landmark and ended up with 63 runs in the final knock of the ODI series. Kohli ended up with two half-centuries in the three-match ODI series and also became the fastest to score 12,000 runs in ODI cricket. The record was held by Tendulkar who achieved the record in 309 matches and Kohli surpassed the Master Blaster in just 251 matches and broke a record which Tendulkar held for 17 years after achieving the feat against Pakistan at Centurion in 2003. ALSO READ: Malan smacks unbeaten 99 as England romp to series sweep Apart from Kohli and Tendulkar, the likes of Ricky Ponting, Sanath Jayasuriya, Mahela Jayawardene and Kumar Sangakkara are other batters to have accumulated 12,000 or more runs in ODI cricket. Players to complete 12,000 ODI runs: Virat Kohli - 251 matches, 242 innings Sachin Tendukar - 309 matches, 300 innings Ricky Ponting - 323 matches, 314 innings Kumar Sangakkara - 359 matches, 336 innings Sanath Jayasuriya - 390 matches, 379 innings However, Kohli missed on a feat after failing to convert his 63 runs into a hundred as he stands shy of Tendulkar’s record of most centuries (9) against Australia. ALSO READ: IND vs AUS: Fans return to stadium for first time in eight months Meanwhile, India posted a total of 303 for Australia after a late flourish by Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja. Virat Kohli had played a superb knock but failure from other batsmen didn’t allow the Indian batting line-up to go all-out against a new-looked Australian bowling attack. Australia have already won the ODI series 2-0.

Virat Kohli fastest to 12000 runs in ODI cricket, surpasses Sachin Tendulkar

Australia will be without David Warner for the rest of the limited-overs series against India after the Aussie opener suffered a groin strain during the second ODI in Sydney. However, Australia are no short of options when it comes to replacing Warner in the white-ball series as captain Aaron Finch named a few players who can fill the shoes of Warner in the third and last ODI of the series in Canberra on Wednesday.

Finch named the likes of Alex Carey, Matthew Wade and Marnus Labuschagne as the options for the opening slot when Australia take on India in the final ODI with a view to clean-sweep the series.&nbsp;

"We have not picked a team yet, but we have got a few options. Whether we go Wadey in the side or Marnus comes up and opens the batting, Alex Carey has done a lot of it in the past," Cricket.com.au quoted Finch as saying.

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"But the middle-order has been functioning really well over the last little while. That is the beauty of being two-nil up in the series, you can look to experiment if you want to do that or you can look to play the safe option," he added.

But Finch conceded that Australia will be a lot weaker without Warner in the playing XI while terming him one of the better players in gentlemen’s game.&nbsp;

"He is an all-time great in one-day and T20 cricket, I do not think there are many better players to have played the game," said Finch.

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"So any team he is not a part of is going to be slightly weaker but we have got guys that can step and really contribute heavily in that role," he added.

Australia crushed India by 51 runs in the second ODI to seal the series and will look to wipe the series in Canberra. Meanwhile, D’Arcy Short, the leading run-scorer in BBL 2017-18 and 2018-19, has been named as Warner’s replacement for the rest of the limited-overs series against India. Pacer and vice-captain Pat Cummins has also been rested for the limited-overs series against India ahead of the Test series.

Australia will be without David Warner for the rest of the limited-overs series against India after the Aussie opener suffered a groin strain during the second ODI in Sydney.

Australia will be without David Warner for the rest of the limited-overs series against India after the Aussie opener suffered a groin strain during the second ODI in Sydney. However, Australia are no short of options when it comes to replacing Warner in the white-ball series as captain Aaron Finch named a few players who can fill the shoes of Warner in the third and last ODI of the series in Canberra on Wednesday. Finch named the likes of Alex Carey, Matthew Wade and Marnus Labuschagne as the options for the opening slot when Australia take on India in the final ODI with a view to clean-sweep the series. "We have not picked a team yet, but we have got a few options. Whether we go Wadey in the side or Marnus comes up and opens the batting, Alex Carey has done a lot of it in the past," Cricket.com.au quoted Finch as saying. ALSO READ: Australia's Smith hits the heights after being laid low by vertigo "But the middle-order has been functioning really well over the last little while. That is the beauty of being two-nil up in the series, you can look to experiment if you want to do that or you can look to play the safe option," he added. But Finch conceded that Australia will be a lot weaker without Warner in the playing XI while terming him one of the better players in gentlemen’s game. "He is an all-time great in one-day and T20 cricket, I do not think there are many better players to have played the game," said Finch. ALSO READ: Jasprit Bumrah's struggles highlight India's bowling woes "So any team he is not a part of is going to be slightly weaker but we have got guys that can step and really contribute heavily in that role," he added. Australia crushed India by 51 runs in the second ODI to seal the series and will look to wipe the series in Canberra. Meanwhile, D’Arcy Short, the leading run-scorer in BBL 2017-18 and 2018-19, has been named as Warner’s replacement for the rest of the limited-overs series against India. Pacer and vice-captain Pat Cummins has also been rested for the limited-overs series against India ahead of the Test series.

Aaron Finch names 3 players who can replace David Warner in 3rd ODI vs India

The Australian cricket team left no stone unturned to dominate the ODI series against India to kick-start the two-month-long and gruelling tour with a stamp of authority. In 2018-19 ODI series, India came out victorious 2-1 by winning the last two matches but Australia, this time, has come out all out blazing from the word go.&nbsp;

India and Australia will next lock horns in a three-match T20I series and four-match Test series, in which Indian skipper Virat Kohli will not be available after the first Test, and Rohit Sharma’s availability and status are still up in the thin air. While Australia look&nbsp;a well-polished and confident side, India have clearly lacked the usual aggression, which made them one of the most consistent sides.&nbsp;

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Former head coach of Australia John Buchanan, in an exclusive interaction with WION’s Subhayan Chakraborty, looked at the bold start made by the Aaron Finch-led Australian team while also talking about the upcoming Test series and whether the Indian cricket team can defy the odds in what is regarded as one of the most high-profile Test battles in the cricketing world.&nbsp;

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Australia blew away India with thumping 66 and 51-run wins in the first two ODI of the series. Right from the word ‘play’, the hosts looked ready for the battle – exactly opposite to how the touring party looked. The Aussie batsmen hammered the Indian bowlers all over the park whereas the troika of Hazlewood-Cummins-Starc along with Adam Zampa made life hard for the Indian batsmen, who is both the first two ODIs failed to match the form and collectiveness of their opposition.&nbsp;

“It is a great start by the Australian team. The batsmen knew their plans and executed them well without overthinking. Some of the shots the Australian batsmen have played show how clear they are about their plans and to this against a good Indian bowling attack is a great achievement. On the other hand, the Indian bowling attack is suddenly looking weak. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami are great bowlers but they haven’t fired well together. Same with the spinners,” Buchanan told WION.

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With the limited-overs series working as a curtain-raiser for the much-awaited Test series, the Indian team would look to gain their confidence back. Question marks have been raised on the Indian bowling attack, which was hailed the last time India visited Australia in 2018-19.

And without Ishant Sharma and his experience, it could be too much to do for Bumrah and Shami unless the visitors find another hero. Plenty of eyes will be on the likes of Ravichandran Ashwin and Kuldeep Yadav if he gets a chance but Buchanan is not too confident about this Indian bowling attack doing too well in the Border-Gavaskar series.

“The Indian bowling attack is looking a bit rusty. It could be the IPL effect but in a major series like this, you have to be at your prime mentally and physically. But sometimes we are hard on these players. The bio-secure bubbles, so many restrictions due to coronavirus; these things take a toll on you slowly. We don’t see it from our television sets but it gradually affects the performance of players. Having said that, the Indian attack is looking a bit jaded,” Buchanan, who coached Australia from 1999 to 2007 opined.

<img alt="John Buchanan" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="09c7f41a-e571-4d81-b426-d4bf27d63598" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/000_Del70160.jpg" />&nbsp;

There are some reports saying Rohit Sharma is likely to be available for the last two Tests against Australia as he has recovered from his hamstring injury and is ready to take the load of Test cricket.

However, India will be without Virat Kohli, after the Adelaide Test, as the visitors will go into the remaining three Tests without their talismanic captain and arguably the greatest batsman of this era.&nbsp;

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“Virat Kohli’s absence is a great deal and I think it can be the difference in the Test series. Not only his absence on the field but off it as well. He is the one who passes on the confidence and pump. For Rohit Sharma, if he is there then it will be a big boost for India. Since the last few years, Kohli and Rohit have determined how India play on the field and if they both are absent then it is a major headache for India,” the Queensland Sport Hall of Famer said.

After the ODI series, India will commence their three-match T20I series from Friday (December 4) before taking on Australia for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy from December 17.&nbsp; 
&nbsp;

The Australian cricket team left no stone unturned to dominate the ODI series against India to kick-start the two-month-long and gruelling tour with a stamp of authority.

The Australian cricket team left no stone unturned to dominate the ODI series against India to kick-start the two-month-long and gruelling tour with a stamp of authority. In 2018-19 ODI series, India came out victorious 2-1 by winning the last two matches but Australia, this time, has come out all out blazing from the word go. India and Australia will next lock horns in a three-match T20I series and four-match Test series, in which Indian skipper Virat Kohli will not be available after the first Test, and Rohit Sharma’s availability and status are still up in the thin air. While Australia look a well-polished and confident side, India have clearly lacked the usual aggression, which made them one of the most consistent sides. Former head coach of Australia John Buchanan, in an exclusive interaction with WION’s Subhayan Chakraborty, looked at the bold start made by the Aaron Finch-led Australian team while also talking about the upcoming Test series and whether the Indian cricket team can defy the odds in what is regarded as one of the most high-profile Test battles in the cricketing world. IN PICS | IND vs AUS: Fans return to stadium for first time in eight months Australia blew away India with thumping 66 and 51-run wins in the first two ODI of the series. Right from the word ‘play’, the hosts looked ready for the battle – exactly opposite to how the touring party looked. The Aussie batsmen hammered the Indian bowlers all over the park whereas the troika of Hazlewood-Cummins-Starc along with Adam Zampa made life hard for the Indian batsmen, who is both the first two ODIs failed to match the form and collectiveness of their opposition. “It is a great start by the Australian team. The batsmen knew their plans and executed them well without overthinking. Some of the shots the Australian batsmen have played show how clear they are about their plans and to this against a good Indian bowling attack is a great achievement. On the other hand, the Indian bowling attack is suddenly looking weak. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami are great bowlers but they haven’t fired well together. Same with the spinners,” Buchanan told WION. ALSO READ: Exclusive | Marnus Labuschagne: Thriving to be the best With the limited-overs series working as a curtain-raiser for the much-awaited Test series, the Indian team would look to gain their confidence back. Question marks have been raised on the Indian bowling attack, which was hailed the last time India visited Australia in 2018-19. And without Ishant Sharma and his experience, it could be too much to do for Bumrah and Shami unless the visitors find another hero. Plenty of eyes will be on the likes of Ravichandran Ashwin and Kuldeep Yadav if he gets a chance but Buchanan is not too confident about this Indian bowling attack doing too well in the Border-Gavaskar series. “The Indian bowling attack is looking a bit rusty. It could be the IPL effect but in a major series like this, you have to be at your prime mentally and physically. But sometimes we are hard on these players. The bio-secure bubbles, so many restrictions due to coronavirus; these things take a toll on you slowly. We don’t see it from our television sets but it gradually affects the performance of players. Having said that, the Indian attack is looking a bit jaded,” Buchanan, who coached Australia from 1999 to 2007 opined. There are some reports saying Rohit Sharma is likely to be available for the last two Tests against Australia as he has recovered from his hamstring injury and is ready to take the load of Test cricket. However, India will be without Virat Kohli, after the Adelaide Test, as the visitors will go into the remaining three Tests without their talismanic captain and arguably the greatest batsman of this era. ALSO READ: Exclusive | Australia vs India series close to Ashes: Josh Hazlewood “Virat Kohli’s absence is a great deal and I think it can be the difference in the Test series. Not only his absence on the field but off it as well. He is the one who passes on the confidence and pump. For Rohit Sharma, if he is there then it will be a big boost for India. Since the last few years, Kohli and Rohit have determined how India play on the field and if they both are absent then it is a major headache for India,” the Queensland Sport Hall of Famer said. After the ODI series, India will commence their three-match T20I series from Friday (December 4) before taking on Australia for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy from December 17.

Exclusive | Australia looking a cut above Indian team: John Buchanan

The Indian cricket team would look to avoid a white-wash in the ODI series when they take the field for the third and final ODI against Australia at Manuka Oval in Canberra on Wednesday. While the Men in ‘retro’ Blue will look to end the 50-over affair on a high, Indian skipper Virat Kohli would be looking to register yet another record. <o:p></o:p>

Kohli, regarded as one of the greatest, is just 23 runs away from breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s record of being the fastest to 12,000 ODI runs in ODI cricket.

Kohli has been on a record-breaking spree from past few years now with consistency which could only be admired. Such is his calibre that India were hopeful of getting close to the mammoth 390-run target set by Australia till the time Kohli was in the crease. The Indian skipper perished after a fighting 89-run knock in the second ODI, which Australia won by 51 runs.<o:p></o:p>

Tendulkar holds the record for being the fastest to 12,000 ODI runs in 300 innings. Whereas Kohli has 11,977 runs in 250 ODIs and is just 23 runs away from beating yet another record held by Tendulkar.

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<o:p><img alt="Virat Kohli" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="37b79a81-6514-4268-adfb-b9e839821f93" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/000_8W486H.jpg" /></o:p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal">Fastest cricketer to score 12,000 runs in ODIs:<o:p></o:p></h2>

<ul>
	<li class="MsoNormal">Sachin Tendukar - 309 matches, 300 innings<o:p></o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">Ricky Ponting - 323 matches, 314 innings<o:p></o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">Kumar Sangakkara - 359 matches, 336 innings <o:p></o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">Sanath Jayasuriya - 390 matches, 379 innings<o:p></o:p></li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">Mahela Jayawardene - 426 matches, 399 innings</li>
</ul>

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Kohli will look to end the ODI series on a high, by guiding India to a confidence-boosting win at the Manuka Oval on Wednesday. The three-match T20I series is set to commence from December 4 (Friday).<o:p></o:p>

The Indian cricket team would look to avoid a white-wash in the ODI series when they take the field for the third and final ODI against Australia at Manuka Oval in Canberra on Wednesday.

The Indian cricket team would look to avoid a white-wash in the ODI series when they take the field for the third and final ODI against Australia at Manuka Oval in Canberra on Wednesday. While the Men in ‘retro’ Blue will look to end the 50-over affair on a high, Indian skipper Virat Kohli would be looking to register yet another record. Kohli, regarded as one of the greatest, is just 23 runs away from breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s record of being the fastest to 12,000 ODI runs in ODI cricket. Kohli has been on a record-breaking spree from past few years now with consistency which could only be admired. Such is his calibre that India were hopeful of getting close to the mammoth 390-run target set by Australia till the time Kohli was in the crease. The Indian skipper perished after a fighting 89-run knock in the second ODI, which Australia won by 51 runs. Tendulkar holds the record for being the fastest to 12,000 ODI runs in 300 innings. Whereas Kohli has 11,977 runs in 250 ODIs and is just 23 runs away from beating yet another record held by Tendulkar. ALSO READ: Aaron Finch names 3 players who can replace David Warner in 3rd ODI vs India Fastest cricketer to score 12,000 runs in ODIs: Sachin Tendukar - 309 matches, 300 innings Ricky Ponting - 323 matches, 314 innings Kumar Sangakkara - 359 matches, 336 innings Sanath Jayasuriya - 390 matches, 379 innings Mahela Jayawardene - 426 matches, 399 innings IN PICS | IND vs AUS: Fans return to stadium for first time in eight months Kohli will look to end the ODI series on a high, by guiding India to a confidence-boosting win at the Manuka Oval on Wednesday. The three-match T20I series is set to commence from December 4 (Friday).

Virat Kohli on verge of breaking major record held by Sachin Tendulkar

Australia run-machine Steve Smith scored his second successive century against India to give the hosts an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series but the top order batsman said he almost missed Sunday’s match due to a bout of vertigo.

Smith said a team doctor put him through his paces to see if he was fit to take the field in Sydney.

“I didn’t know I was playing...” Smith told a Cricket Australia website after collecting his second man-of-the-match award.

“I had a really bad dose of vertigo this morning and I was struggling until ... I came down early to have a hit and a bit of a run around.”

“The doctor, I think he performed six Epley manoeuvres on me ... and got the crystals out of my ears and I was struggling for a bit.”

There was no sign Smith was in any discomfort when he got to the crease with the 31-year-old reaching his 100 with 62 balls for the second straight match, the third fastest by an Australian behind Glenn Maxwell (51) and James Faulkner (57).

“Just pleased to be able to get out here and play another good innings and help the team,” Smith said.

Team mate Marnus Labuschagne, Smith’s collaborator in their 136-run partnership, called it one of the best one-day knocks he had ever seen.

“The way he batted yesterday was superb. It almost felt like he didn’t really give an opportunity, didn’t really take a risk,” Labuschagne said in a video call on Monday.

Smith could have reached the 100-mark taking one ball fewer but Labuschagne slipped at the striker’s end and they decided against a second run.

“The boys were asking me was I batting in my runners out there?” said Labuschagne, who scored 70. “That was a bit disappointing from my end.

“I’ll have to get rid of those shoes and get a brand new set ... for next game.”

Australia run-machine Steve Smith scored his second successive century against India to give the hosts an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series but the top order batsman said he almost missed Sunday’s match due to a bout of vertigo.

Australia run-machine Steve Smith scored his second successive century against India to give the hosts an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series but the top order batsman said he almost missed Sunday’s match due to a bout of vertigo. Smith said a team doctor put him through his paces to see if he was fit to take the field in Sydney. “I didn’t know I was playing...” Smith told a Cricket Australia website after collecting his second man-of-the-match award. “I had a really bad dose of vertigo this morning and I was struggling until ... I came down early to have a hit and a bit of a run around.” “The doctor, I think he performed six Epley manoeuvres on me ... and got the crystals out of my ears and I was struggling for a bit.” There was no sign Smith was in any discomfort when he got to the crease with the 31-year-old reaching his 100 with 62 balls for the second straight match, the third fastest by an Australian behind Glenn Maxwell (51) and James Faulkner (57). “Just pleased to be able to get out here and play another good innings and help the team,” Smith said. Team mate Marnus Labuschagne, Smith’s collaborator in their 136-run partnership, called it one of the best one-day knocks he had ever seen. “The way he batted yesterday was superb. It almost felt like he didn’t really give an opportunity, didn’t really take a risk,” Labuschagne said in a video call on Monday. Smith could have reached the 100-mark taking one ball fewer but Labuschagne slipped at the striker’s end and they decided against a second run. “The boys were asking me was I batting in my runners out there?” said Labuschagne, who scored 70. “That was a bit disappointing from my end. “I’ll have to get rid of those shoes and get a brand new set ... for next game.”

Australia's Smith hits the heights after being laid low by vertigo

India’s bowling shortcomings have been laid bare in the first two one-day internationals against Australia and unless pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah finds his rhythm quickly the tourists will have their backs to the wall in next month’s test series.

Australia took an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series with a 51-run victory in Sydney on Sunday.

And the hosts could deal a psychological blow for the four-match test series, which starts in Adelaide on Dec. 17, by securing a sweep in the third match on Wednesday.

Bumrah, the world’s second ranked ODI bowler, has endured a torrid time, bleeding 73-1 in the first match and 79-1 in the second.

“He means a lot to this team and we know the value of Jasprit,” vice-captain KL Rahul said after Sunday’s loss.

“It’s about time a champion player like him will come back, deliver and get wickets for us.”

Bumrah and Mohammed Shami’s failure to strike early has allowed Australia to get off to flying starts, which Steve Smith and his middle order colleagues have capitalised on.

Rahul was not surprised by the bowlers’ struggles on pitches where India also surpassed the 300-mark in both matches.

“You have to understand that in New Zealand and Australia, the wickets are so good to bat on. You will see top bowlers not getting wickets (occasionally). That’s quite acceptable,” he added.

With all-rounder Hardik Pandya yet to fully recover from a back injury, India played him as specialist batsman in the first ODI, even though it upset team balance.

Pandya bowled just four overs on Sunday but still picked up the wicket of Smith, who had smashed his second successive century of the series.

“If he (Pandya) starts bowling, then it is a load off the skipper and the team,” Rahul said.

“We need all-rounders for the team balance. He quite enjoyed it himself. He loves to get into contests and he is itching to go.”

India’s bowling shortcomings have been laid bare in the first two one-day internationals against Australia and unless pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah finds his rhythm quickly the tourists will have their backs to the wall in next month’s test series.

India’s bowling shortcomings have been laid bare in the first two one-day internationals against Australia and unless pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah finds his rhythm quickly the tourists will have their backs to the wall in next month’s test series. Australia took an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series with a 51-run victory in Sydney on Sunday. And the hosts could deal a psychological blow for the four-match test series, which starts in Adelaide on Dec. 17, by securing a sweep in the third match on Wednesday. Bumrah, the world’s second ranked ODI bowler, has endured a torrid time, bleeding 73-1 in the first match and 79-1 in the second. “He means a lot to this team and we know the value of Jasprit,” vice-captain KL Rahul said after Sunday’s loss. “It’s about time a champion player like him will come back, deliver and get wickets for us.” Bumrah and Mohammed Shami’s failure to strike early has allowed Australia to get off to flying starts, which Steve Smith and his middle order colleagues have capitalised on. Rahul was not surprised by the bowlers’ struggles on pitches where India also surpassed the 300-mark in both matches. “You have to understand that in New Zealand and Australia, the wickets are so good to bat on. You will see top bowlers not getting wickets (occasionally). That’s quite acceptable,” he added. With all-rounder Hardik Pandya yet to fully recover from a back injury, India played him as specialist batsman in the first ODI, even though it upset team balance. Pandya bowled just four overs on Sunday but still picked up the wicket of Smith, who had smashed his second successive century of the series. “If he (Pandya) starts bowling, then it is a load off the skipper and the team,” Rahul said. “We need all-rounders for the team balance. He quite enjoyed it himself. He loves to get into contests and he is itching to go.”

Jasprit Bumrah's struggles highlight India's bowling woes

The entire incident surrounding Rohit Sharma and his fitness could have been handled better and pretty easily, feels former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir. There has been a bit of outrage from fans on social media after the way the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) handled Rohit’s situation during IPL 2020, which might even force him to sit out of the entire Australian tour due to hamstring injury.

While Rohit is nearing his 100 per cent fitness, the strict quarantine rules in Australia could see Rohit unable to make it to the Indian squad in time for the third Test. The next assessment of Rohit’s fitness is set to be done on December 11 in the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru, India after which the board will take the call on his status for the last two Test of the series.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the BCCI has requested Cricket Australia to allow Rohit to train during the 14-day quarantine phase. Both the cricket board would require a clearance from the Australian government.

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Rohit went on to play the last three matches of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 for Mumbai Indians despite not being at his 100 per cent fitness. However, the BCCI didn’t clear the scene as to why the Indian opener played despite not being fit. Even skipper Virat Kohli had questioned Rohit’s absence by saying they thought he would in flight to Australia.&nbsp;

“The Rohit Sharma situation could’ve been handled pretty easily since there wasn’t any need for too many people to get involved. Only the head physio, head coach and chairman of selectors were to be involved in the injury case. Had there been clear communication with the 3, it would’ve been enough. Of course, Virat Kohli was to get updated at every step through Ravi Shastri,” Gautam Gambhir said on Star Sports show Cricket Connected.

Former cricketer VVS Laxman, too, believes that the BCCI could’ve handled the Rohit Sharma travel situation better given the series is being held amid a pandemic and strict quarantine protocols are in place.

Former Indian cricketer VVS Laxman also joined Gambhir by saying the BCCI could have portrayed the Rohit Sharma’s travel situation better.

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“Rohit Sharma is a very valuable player in Test matches. So I would’ve kept him in the chain, subject to fitness, would’ve definitely kept him in the picture. Secondly, you could’ve sent him with the team after that, keeping the quarantine rules in mind. Because there is a 14-day quarantine, in the soft quarantine since you have been in the bubble in UAE. Then you move to another bubble [in Australia]. In soft quarantine, you can practice, train with teammates, hit the gym.

But when you’re taking a commercial flight to Australia, you won’t be allowed to go out of your room and mingle and come in contact with people. So, I believe, the BCCI should’ve thought of this in hindsight,” Laxman said on the show.

Meanwhile, Australia bagged the series 2-0 after winning the first two ODIs in Sydney and will look to clean-sweep the series when they take on India at Canberra on Wednesday. 
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The entire incident surrounding Rohit Sharma and his fitness could have been handled better and pretty easily, feels former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir. There has been a bit of outrage from fans on social media after the way the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) handled Rohit’s situation during IPL 2020, which might even force him to sit out of the entire Australian tour due to hamstring injury.

The entire incident surrounding Rohit Sharma and his fitness could have been handled better and pretty easily, feels former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir. There has been a bit of outrage from fans on social media after the way the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) handled Rohit’s situation during IPL 2020, which might even force him to sit out of the entire Australian tour due to hamstring injury. While Rohit is nearing his 100 per cent fitness, the strict quarantine rules in Australia could see Rohit unable to make it to the Indian squad in time for the third Test. The next assessment of Rohit’s fitness is set to be done on December 11 in the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru, India after which the board will take the call on his status for the last two Test of the series. Meanwhile, the BCCI has requested Cricket Australia to allow Rohit to train during the 14-day quarantine phase. Both the cricket board would require a clearance from the Australian government. ALSO READ: ICC doesn't have authority to influence India vs Pakistan bilateral ties: Greg Barclay Rohit went on to play the last three matches of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 for Mumbai Indians despite not being at his 100 per cent fitness. However, the BCCI didn’t clear the scene as to why the Indian opener played despite not being fit. Even skipper Virat Kohli had questioned Rohit’s absence by saying they thought he would in flight to Australia. “The Rohit Sharma situation could’ve been handled pretty easily since there wasn’t any need for too many people to get involved. Only the head physio, head coach and chairman of selectors were to be involved in the injury case. Had there been clear communication with the 3, it would’ve been enough. Of course, Virat Kohli was to get updated at every step through Ravi Shastri,” Gautam Gambhir said on Star Sports show Cricket Connected. Former cricketer VVS Laxman, too, believes that the BCCI could’ve handled the Rohit Sharma travel situation better given the series is being held amid a pandemic and strict quarantine protocols are in place. Former Indian cricketer VVS Laxman also joined Gambhir by saying the BCCI could have portrayed the Rohit Sharma’s travel situation better. TRENDING | WATCH: Romain Grosjean survives horrific F1 crash after car engulfs in flames at Bahrain GP “Rohit Sharma is a very valuable player in Test matches. So I would’ve kept him in the chain, subject to fitness, would’ve definitely kept him in the picture. Secondly, you could’ve sent him with the team after that, keeping the quarantine rules in mind. Because there is a 14-day quarantine, in the soft quarantine since you have been in the bubble in UAE. Then you move to another bubble [in Australia]. In soft quarantine, you can practice, train with teammates, hit the gym. But when you’re taking a commercial flight to Australia, you won’t be allowed to go out of your room and mingle and come in contact with people. So, I believe, the BCCI should’ve thought of this in hindsight,” Laxman said on the show. Meanwhile, Australia bagged the series 2-0 after winning the first two ODIs in Sydney and will look to clean-sweep the series when they take on India at Canberra on Wednesday.

Rohit Sharma situation could have been dealt better by BCCI: Gautam Gambhir, VVS Laxman

India's woes in Australia tour of 2020-21 continue as the Men in Blue were beaten by 51 runs at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on Friday in the second ODI of the three-match series. With this win, Aussies seal a series against India.&nbsp;

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Australia won the toss and chose to bat. They repeated the dominance with the bat like the first match. Steve Smith smashed a second consecutive century while Warner and skipper Finch scored 83 and 60 runs respectively. Labuschange's 70 stabilised Australian innings in between. Maxwell's 63 off 29 balls was a cherry on the top for Australian innings powering them to 389 by the end of 50 overs. India's fielding standards were poor many significant catches were dropped including Labuschange's. Jadeja and Hardik were most economical in terms of bowling.&nbsp;

India was off to a good start. Dhawan and Agarwal were quick to cross 50-mark. However, India lost their openers within the first 10 overs. Kohli and Iyer's 93-run stand helped stabilise the innings. Virat Kohli scored the most (89 runs off 87 balls). KL Rahul tried to up the run-rate by scoring 76 runs off 66 balls but fell victim to Adam Zampa. Cummins scalped three crucial wickets (Mayank, Jadeja, Pandya). 
Hazlewood got two vital wickets of Kohli and Dhawan.&nbsp;

Australia is up by 2-0 in the three-match ODI series. &nbsp;India will be hoping to avoid a whitewash at Canberra.

India's woes in Australia tour of 2020-21 continue as the Men in Blue were beaten by 51 runs at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on Friday in the second ODI of the three-match series.

India's woes in Australia tour of 2020-21 continue as the Men in Blue were beaten by 51 runs at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on Friday in the second ODI of the three-match series. With this win, Aussies seal a series against India. Also read: 'Exploited me for 10 years': Woman accuses Pakistan skipper Babar Azam of sexual abuse Australia won the toss and chose to bat. They repeated the dominance with the bat like the first match. Steve Smith smashed a second consecutive century while Warner and skipper Finch scored 83 and 60 runs respectively. Labuschange's 70 stabilised Australian innings in between. Maxwell's 63 off 29 balls was a cherry on the top for Australian innings powering them to 389 by the end of 50 overs. India's fielding standards were poor many significant catches were dropped including Labuschange's. Jadeja and Hardik were most economical in terms of bowling. India was off to a good start. Dhawan and Agarwal were quick to cross 50-mark. However, India lost their openers within the first 10 overs. Kohli and Iyer's 93-run stand helped stabilise the innings. Virat Kohli scored the most (89 runs off 87 balls). KL Rahul tried to up the run-rate by scoring 76 runs off 66 balls but fell victim to Adam Zampa. Cummins scalped three crucial wickets (Mayank, Jadeja, Pandya). Hazlewood got two vital wickets of Kohli and Dhawan. Australia is up by 2-0 in the three-match ODI series. India will be hoping to avoid a whitewash at Canberra.

IND vs AUS 2nd ODI: Steve Smith stars as Australia seal series win against India

India suffered a blow Friday with fast bowler Ishant Sharma ruled out of their Test series against Australia, as skipper Virat Kohli blasted a lack of clarity over the fate of star opener Rohit Sharma.

Ishant has been struggling with a side strain picked up during the Indian Premier League, and while he has recovered officials said he was not match fit.

"While he's building up his workload in order to achieve Test match fitness, Ishant Sharma has been ruled out of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy," the Indian cricket board said in a statement.

Senior batsman Rohit hurt his hamstring last month and will have another assessment on December 11, six days before the opening day-night Test in Adelaide.

Complicating matters was his father falling ill in Mumbai, which delayed Rohit's arrival at India's National Cricket Academy to begin his rehab.

Kohli said the way the matter had been handled was "very confusing" and that both players should be in Australia to complete their recoveries.

"It definitely would have increased the chances of both of them playing Test matches," he said in video comments from his hotel room in Sydney ahead of the opening one-dayer against Australia on Friday.

Kohli, who has been undergoing a mandatory 14-day quarantine along with the rest of the India squad, said he was expecting Rohit to be on the plane to Australia with everyone else.

"We had no information whatsoever on the reason why he's not travelling with us," said the skipper, who will return home after the opening Test for the birth of his first child.

"And after that, the only other information officially we've received by mail is that he's in the NCA and he's been assessed and he'll be further assessed on December 11.

"So from the time that the selection meeting happened to the IPL finishing and now when this email came about his assessment in the NCA, there's been no information.

"There's been a lack of clarity and we've been playing the waiting game on this issue for a while now which is not ideal at all. So it's been very confusing and there's been a lot of uncertainty and a lack of clarity around the situation."

India play four Tests against Australia in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane following their six-match limited overs series.

India suffered a blow Friday with fast bowler Ishant Sharma ruled out of their Test series against Australia, as skipper Virat Kohli blasted a lack of clarity over the fate of star opener Rohit Sharma.

India suffered a blow Friday with fast bowler Ishant Sharma ruled out of their Test series against Australia, as skipper Virat Kohli blasted a lack of clarity over the fate of star opener Rohit Sharma. Ishant has been struggling with a side strain picked up during the Indian Premier League, and while he has recovered officials said he was not match fit. "While he's building up his workload in order to achieve Test match fitness, Ishant Sharma has been ruled out of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy," the Indian cricket board said in a statement. Senior batsman Rohit hurt his hamstring last month and will have another assessment on December 11, six days before the opening day-night Test in Adelaide. Complicating matters was his father falling ill in Mumbai, which delayed Rohit's arrival at India's National Cricket Academy to begin his rehab. Kohli said the way the matter had been handled was "very confusing" and that both players should be in Australia to complete their recoveries. "It definitely would have increased the chances of both of them playing Test matches," he said in video comments from his hotel room in Sydney ahead of the opening one-dayer against Australia on Friday. Kohli, who has been undergoing a mandatory 14-day quarantine along with the rest of the India squad, said he was expecting Rohit to be on the plane to Australia with everyone else. "We had no information whatsoever on the reason why he's not travelling with us," said the skipper, who will return home after the opening Test for the birth of his first child. "And after that, the only other information officially we've received by mail is that he's in the NCA and he's been assessed and he'll be further assessed on December 11. "So from the time that the selection meeting happened to the IPL finishing and now when this email came about his assessment in the NCA, there's been no information. "There's been a lack of clarity and we've been playing the waiting game on this issue for a while now which is not ideal at all. So it's been very confusing and there's been a lot of uncertainty and a lack of clarity around the situation." India play four Tests against Australia in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane following their six-match limited overs series.

Ishant Sharma out of Australia series as Kohli blasts 'confusing' messages

Australia captain Aaron Finch on Friday won the toss and elected to bat against India in the first ODI of the three-match series at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).

"We will bat first. It`s great to have cricket back in Australia and to play in front of crowds will be nice," said Finch.

"The wicket looks good. Hopefully, we can put runs on the board and defend. Steve Smith is back and he replaces Mitchell Marsh," he added.

Earlier, Players of both Australia and India cricket teams on Friday paid tribute to Australia`s indigenous people by taking part in a `barefoot circle` ceremony before the start of the first ODI at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).

"Players from both teams paid tribute to Australia`s indigenous people in a Barefoot Circle ceremony before the start of play," ICC tweeted along with the pictures of the ceremony.

When will India vs Australia 1st ODI begin? 
The India vs Australia 1st ODI will begin at 9:10 AM IST on November 27. Australia captain Aaron Finch won the toss and elected to bat.

Where will India vs Australia 1st ODI be played? 
The India vs Australia 1st ODI match will be held at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).

Which channel will telecast India vs Australia 1st ODI? 
The India vs Australia 1st ODI will have a live telecast on Sony SIX and Sony Six HD in India

How to watch the live streaming of India vs Australia 1st ODI? 
The live streaming of India vs Australia 1st ODI will be available on Sony’s streaming platform. &nbsp; 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

Australia captain Aaron Finch on Friday won the toss and elected to bat against India in the first ODI of the three-match series at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).

Australia captain Aaron Finch on Friday won the toss and elected to bat against India in the first ODI of the three-match series at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). "We will bat first. It`s great to have cricket back in Australia and to play in front of crowds will be nice," said Finch. "The wicket looks good. Hopefully, we can put runs on the board and defend. Steve Smith is back and he replaces Mitchell Marsh," he added. Earlier, Players of both Australia and India cricket teams on Friday paid tribute to Australia`s indigenous people by taking part in a `barefoot circle` ceremony before the start of the first ODI at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). "Players from both teams paid tribute to Australia`s indigenous people in a Barefoot Circle ceremony before the start of play," ICC tweeted along with the pictures of the ceremony. When will India vs Australia 1st ODI begin? The India vs Australia 1st ODI will begin at 9:10 AM IST on November 27. Australia captain Aaron Finch won the toss and elected to bat. Where will India vs Australia 1st ODI be played? The India vs Australia 1st ODI match will be held at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). Which channel will telecast India vs Australia 1st ODI? The India vs Australia 1st ODI will have a live telecast on Sony SIX and Sony Six HD in India How to watch the live streaming of India vs Australia 1st ODI? The live streaming of India vs Australia 1st ODI will be available on Sony’s streaming platform. (With inputs from agencies)

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Indian cricket team’s Australia tour of 2020-21 was off to the worst possible start as the Men in Blue, in retro jersey, suffered a crushing 66-run defeat at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on Friday. Australian skipper Aaron Finch, Steve Smith and Josh Hazlewood were the pick of the players for the hosts with the former two scoring thunderous centuries.&nbsp;

Australia, batting first, piled on a mammoth score of 374/6 in 50 overs as Finch and Steve smoked centuries while David Warner (69) and Glenn Maxwell (45) contributed with crucial runs. The Indian bowlers looked rusty and sloppy with Mohammed Shami standing out with figures 3-59 in 10 overs.&nbsp;

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Chasing a mighty 375, India started off well with Mayank Agarwal and Shikhar Dhawan stitching a 53-run stand. However, Australian bowlers stood tall as Hazlewood sent Agarwal packing for 22. Skipper Virat Kohli started off well but was caught for pace by Hazlewood. Shreyas Iyer endured the same fate.&nbsp;

Adam Zampa continued his terrific run with the ball in ODI cricket as he picked up four wickets while sending the likes of Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja and Hardik Pandya.&nbsp;

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Hardik and Dhawan hung around for a bit and played some great strokes to take the game a bit deeper. While Dhawan was finally sent packing for 74, Hardik followed suit after a cracking 90 off 76 deliveries. Mohammed Shami and Navdeep Saini stuck a six each in the end as India finished at 308-8 in 50 overs.&nbsp;

Australia, with the win, take a 1-0 lead in the three-match T20I series with the next match scheduled to be played on Sunday at SCG.

Indian cricket team’s Australia tour of 2020-21 was off to the worst possible start as the Men in Blue, in retro jersey, suffered a crushing 66-run defeat at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on Friday.

Indian cricket team’s Australia tour of 2020-21 was off to the worst possible start as the Men in Blue, in retro jersey, suffered a crushing 66-run defeat at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on Friday. Australian skipper Aaron Finch, Steve Smith and Josh Hazlewood were the pick of the players for the hosts with the former two scoring thunderous centuries. Australia, batting first, piled on a mammoth score of 374/6 in 50 overs as Finch and Steve smoked centuries while David Warner (69) and Glenn Maxwell (45) contributed with crucial runs. The Indian bowlers looked rusty and sloppy with Mohammed Shami standing out with figures 3-59 in 10 overs. ALSO READ: IND vs AUS 1st ODI: Adam Gilchrist apologizes after a goof up during commentating Chasing a mighty 375, India started off well with Mayank Agarwal and Shikhar Dhawan stitching a 53-run stand. However, Australian bowlers stood tall as Hazlewood sent Agarwal packing for 22. Skipper Virat Kohli started off well but was caught for pace by Hazlewood. Shreyas Iyer endured the same fate. Adam Zampa continued his terrific run with the ball in ODI cricket as he picked up four wickets while sending the likes of Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja and Hardik Pandya. ALSO READ: IND vs AUS 1st ODI: ‘No $1BN Adani Loan’ - Protesters enter ground holding banner against Adani Group Hardik and Dhawan hung around for a bit and played some great strokes to take the game a bit deeper. While Dhawan was finally sent packing for 74, Hardik followed suit after a cracking 90 off 76 deliveries. Mohammed Shami and Navdeep Saini stuck a six each in the end as India finished at 308-8 in 50 overs. Australia, with the win, take a 1-0 lead in the three-match T20I series with the next match scheduled to be played on Sunday at SCG.

India vs Australia: Virat Kohli & Co. start the tour with 66-run defeat

Two protestors on Friday barged into the Sydney Cricket Ground, where the first ODI between India and Australia is being played. The protestors carried placard against Adani Group which read “NO $1B ADANI LOAN”.&nbsp;

The front of the protestors’ T-shirt displayed “StopAdani” while the back read “Stop Coal”. #StopAdani Take Action.”. The protestors during India vs Australia 1st ODI were denouncing India’s Adani Group’s coal project in Australia.

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Stop <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Adani?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Adani</a> protest at the cricket - calling on State Bank of India not to fund Adani's Australian coal mine to the tune of $1 billion (following recent media reporting that this deal is currently underway) <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> <a href="https://t.co/KBORZ7gXKJ">https://t.co/KBORZ7gXKJ</a>
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One of them intruded into the stadium and ran close to the pitch when Indian pacer Navdeep Saini was gearing up for his run-up to the bowl the sixth over of the Australian inning.

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<h2>WATCH VIDEO:&nbsp;‘No $1BN Adani Loan’ - Protesters enter ground holding banner against Adani Group</h2>

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The duo was taken out by the security. Surprisingly, the security looked slow and rusty and took time before intervening – raising question marks over the security arrangements for the high-profile series.

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“We’ve got a couple of pitch invaders protesting about something,” Adam Gilchrist said on Fox Sports. “We’ll wait for security to come and get them and remove them. We don’t see any urgency from security at the moment.” 
Some protestors, going by the name Stop Adani, were spotted outside the Sydney Cricket Ground before the match started.&nbsp;

“Millions of Indian taxpayers who are watching the first game of the Indian cricket tour have a right to know that the State Bank of India is considering handing their taxes to a billionaire’s climate-wrecking coal mine,” a statement from Stop Adani read.

Cricket Australia has allowed entry of supporters in half-capacity for the ODI series with SCG operating at 50 per cent. 
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Two protestors on Friday barged into the Sydney Cricket Ground, where the first ODI between India and Australia is being played. The protestors carried placard against Adani Group which read “NO $1B ADANI LOAN”.

Two protestors on Friday barged into the Sydney Cricket Ground, where the first ODI between India and Australia is being played. The protestors carried placard against Adani Group which read “NO $1B ADANI LOAN”. The front of the protestors’ T-shirt displayed “StopAdani” while the back read “Stop Coal”. #StopAdani Take Action.”. The protestors during India vs Australia 1st ODI were denouncing India’s Adani Group’s coal project in Australia. Stop #Adani protest at the cricket - calling on State Bank of India not to fund Adani's Australian coal mine to the tune of $1 billion (following recent media reporting that this deal is currently underway) #AUSvIND https://t.co/KBORZ7gXKJ — Sophie McNeill (@Sophiemcneill) November 27, 2020 × One of them intruded into the stadium and ran close to the pitch when Indian pacer Navdeep Saini was gearing up for his run-up to the bowl the sixth over of the Australian inning. ALSO READ: Ishant Sharma out of Australia series as Kohli blasts 'confusing' messages WATCH VIDEO: ‘No $1BN Adani Loan’ - Protesters enter ground holding banner against Adani Group BREAKING: Brave cricket fans and #StopAdani supporters have disrupted play at the #AUSvIND Cricket match to draw attention to a potential $1B loan of Indian taxpayers’ money for Adani’s climate wrecking coal mine. Tell @TheOfficialSBI to stop the loan to billionaire #Adani! pic.twitter.com/ibf3hpESdY — Stop Adani (@stopadani) November 27, 2020 × WATCH: Video of two #StopAdani supporters taking the grounds to protest @TheOfficialSBI's plans to give @AdaniOnline a $1bn (5000 crore) Indian taxpayer loan for Adani's Carmichael coal project #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/NhY3vPN0HM — Stop Adani (@stopadani) November 27, 2020 × ALSO READ: Australia rate Will Pucovski highly but he may need to bide his time: Justin Langer The duo was taken out by the security. Surprisingly, the security looked slow and rusty and took time before intervening – raising question marks over the security arrangements for the high-profile series. Stop Adani protesters run onto the field and stop play. Security took about five minutes to realise they were trespassing and weren’t players. #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/wLBgdeLlqu — Lachlan McKirdy (@LMcKirdy7) November 27, 2020 × “We’ve got a couple of pitch invaders protesting about something,” Adam Gilchrist said on Fox Sports. “We’ll wait for security to come and get them and remove them. We don’t see any urgency from security at the moment.” Some protestors, going by the name Stop Adani, were spotted outside the Sydney Cricket Ground before the match started. “Millions of Indian taxpayers who are watching the first game of the Indian cricket tour have a right to know that the State Bank of India is considering handing their taxes to a billionaire’s climate-wrecking coal mine,” a statement from Stop Adani read. Cricket Australia has allowed entry of supporters in half-capacity for the ODI series with SCG operating at 50 per cent.

IND vs AUS 1st ODI: ‘No $1BN Adani Loan’ - Protesters enter ground holding banner against Adani Group

Ahead of the first ODI against Australia in Sydney, Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Thursday said that there has been confusion and lack of clarity on the status of Rohit Sharma’s hamstring injury while adding he has no idea why Rohit didn’t travel with the squad to Australia.

Answering a virtual press conference ahead of the ODI series versus Australia, Kohli said Rohit was said to be unavailable before the selection committee met earlier in November.

"Before the selection meeting, we got a mail that he is unavailable, that he has picked up an injury during the IPL. It said that the pros and cons of the injury were explained to him and he understood and he was unavailable," Kohli said.&nbsp;

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Rohit was nursing a hamstring injury and is currently at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru for rehabilitation.

Reportedly, Rohit is still three weeks away from full match fitness but a 14-day hard quarantine – without training – would rule him out of the four-match Test series, starting December 17 in Adelaide.

Kohli said that he thought Rohit be on the flight to Australia after he played the last three matches of Indian Premier League 2020 but added that the Indian team had no information on why he wasn’t travelling with the Indian contingent.

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He admitted that there has been a lack of clarity when it comes to the ongoing Rohit Sharma-injury saga.

"After that, he played in the IPL and we all thought he would be on that flight to Australia and we had no information on why he is not travelling with us. There has been no information, there has been lack of clarity," Kohli said. "We have been playing the waiting game," he added. 
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Ahead of the first ODI against Australia in Sydney, Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Thursday said that there has been confusion and lack of clarity on the status of Rohit Sharma’s hamstring injury while adding he has no idea why Rohit didn’t travel with the squad to Australia.

Ahead of the first ODI against Australia in Sydney, Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Thursday said that there has been confusion and lack of clarity on the status of Rohit Sharma’s hamstring injury while adding he has no idea why Rohit didn’t travel with the squad to Australia. Answering a virtual press conference ahead of the ODI series versus Australia, Kohli said Rohit was said to be unavailable before the selection committee met earlier in November. "Before the selection meeting, we got a mail that he is unavailable, that he has picked up an injury during the IPL. It said that the pros and cons of the injury were explained to him and he understood and he was unavailable," Kohli said. ALSO READ: Australia vs India, ODI series: Preview, schedule, head-to-head stats and more Rohit was nursing a hamstring injury and is currently at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru for rehabilitation. Reportedly, Rohit is still three weeks away from full match fitness but a 14-day hard quarantine – without training – would rule him out of the four-match Test series, starting December 17 in Adelaide. Kohli said that he thought Rohit be on the flight to Australia after he played the last three matches of Indian Premier League 2020 but added that the Indian team had no information on why he wasn’t travelling with the Indian contingent. ALSO READ: On Rohit and Ishant Sharma, BCCI president Sourav Ganguly to negotiate quarantine rules with CA He admitted that there has been a lack of clarity when it comes to the ongoing Rohit Sharma-injury saga. "After that, he played in the IPL and we all thought he would be on that flight to Australia and we had no information on why he is not travelling with us. There has been no information, there has been lack of clarity," Kohli said. "We have been playing the waiting game," he added.

Lack of clarity on Rohit Sharma's injury status, says Virat Kohli ahead of Australia series

India is set to kickstart their Australian tour with the three-match ODI series commencing on Friday in Sydney. While India are on their first assignment since the COVID-19 lockdown and restart, Australia have faced England in an ODI series just before the Indian Premier League.&nbsp;

The Indian squad has been in isolation, which ends on Thursday, since their arrival a fortnight ago but was allowed to train within a bio-secure bubble. Whereas the likes of Aaron Finch, David Warner, Steve Smith and Pat Cummins also underwent the mandatory 14-day quarantine after playing in IPL 2020.

Australia defeated England in the white-ball series in September but it would be interesting to see how the Virat Kohli-led Men in Blue approach the series. India haven’t played a series since New Zealand tour in February, where they were whitewashed in the ODIs.&nbsp;

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"I think it's important to start well in the white-ball series," said KL Rahul, who has been elevated to vice-captain.

"We are playing for the country after a while and we are all excited to play some hard cricket, some aggressive cricket." 
While a well-fought series is expected, Australian coach Justin Langer said it will be played in the right spirit.&nbsp;

"There's plenty of room for banter, having fun and having that competitive instinct but there's no room for abuse," he insisted.

While Australia have a single limited-overs squad, India have sent separate squads for ODIs and T20Is with star opener Rohit Sharma missing from the limited-overs series. There are question marks on whether Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah will play all the six matches of the ODIs and T20Is.&nbsp;

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Notably, grounds will operate at 50 per cent capacity due to coronavirus restrictions as cricket opens it arms to welcome fans back in the stands again. &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

<h2>India vs Australia: ODI head-to-head stats</h2>

Matches: 140 
Australia wins: 78 
India wins: 52 
No result: 10

<h2>India vs Australia: Last three ODI series</h2>

2019-20 India beat Australia 2-1 
2018-19 Australia beat India 3-2 
2018-19 India beat Australia 2-1

India Squad: Virat Kohli, Shikhar Dhawan, Shubman Gill, KL Rahul, Sanju Samson, Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Hardik Pandya, Mayank Agarwal, Ravindra Jadeja, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Navdeep Saini, Shardul Thakur

Australia Squad: Aaron Finch, Sean Abbott, Ashton Agar, Alex Carey, Pat Cummins, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Moises Henriques, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Daniel Sams, Steven Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Andrew Tye, Matthew Wade, David Warner, Adam Zampa

<h2>India vs Australia, Schedule: One-day international series:</h2>

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	<li>November 27 – 1st ODI (Sydney, day-night)</li>
	<li>November 29 – 2nd ODI (Sydney, day-night)&nbsp;</li>
	<li>December 2 – 3rd ODI (Canberra, day-night)&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
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India is set to kickstart their Australian tour with the three-match ODI series commencing on Friday in Sydney. While India are on their first assignment since the COVID-19 lockdown and restart, Australia have faced England in an ODI series just before the Indian Premier League.

India is set to kickstart their Australian tour with the three-match ODI series commencing on Friday in Sydney. While India are on their first assignment since the COVID-19 lockdown and restart, Australia have faced England in an ODI series just before the Indian Premier League. The Indian squad has been in isolation, which ends on Thursday, since their arrival a fortnight ago but was allowed to train within a bio-secure bubble. Whereas the likes of Aaron Finch, David Warner, Steve Smith and Pat Cummins also underwent the mandatory 14-day quarantine after playing in IPL 2020. Australia defeated England in the white-ball series in September but it would be interesting to see how the Virat Kohli-led Men in Blue approach the series. India haven’t played a series since New Zealand tour in February, where they were whitewashed in the ODIs. ALSO READ: On Rohit and Ishant Sharma, BCCI president Sourav Ganguly to negotiate quarantine rules with CA "I think it's important to start well in the white-ball series," said KL Rahul, who has been elevated to vice-captain. "We are playing for the country after a while and we are all excited to play some hard cricket, some aggressive cricket." While a well-fought series is expected, Australian coach Justin Langer said it will be played in the right spirit. "There's plenty of room for banter, having fun and having that competitive instinct but there's no room for abuse," he insisted. While Australia have a single limited-overs squad, India have sent separate squads for ODIs and T20Is with star opener Rohit Sharma missing from the limited-overs series. There are question marks on whether Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah will play all the six matches of the ODIs and T20Is. ALSO READ: Australia vs India: Full schedule, dates, venues and all you need to know Notably, grounds will operate at 50 per cent capacity due to coronavirus restrictions as cricket opens it arms to welcome fans back in the stands again. India vs Australia: ODI head-to-head stats Matches: 140 Australia wins: 78 India wins: 52 No result: 10 India vs Australia: Last three ODI series 2019-20 India beat Australia 2-1 2018-19 Australia beat India 3-2 2018-19 India beat Australia 2-1 India Squad: Virat Kohli, Shikhar Dhawan, Shubman Gill, KL Rahul, Sanju Samson, Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Hardik Pandya, Mayank Agarwal, Ravindra Jadeja, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Navdeep Saini, Shardul Thakur Australia Squad: Aaron Finch, Sean Abbott, Ashton Agar, Alex Carey, Pat Cummins, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Moises Henriques, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Daniel Sams, Steven Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Andrew Tye, Matthew Wade, David Warner, Adam Zampa India vs Australia, Schedule: One-day international series: November 27 – 1st ODI (Sydney, day-night) November 29 – 2nd ODI (Sydney, day-night) December 2 – 3rd ODI (Canberra, day-night)

Australia vs India, ODI series: Preview, schedule, head-to-head stats and more

The fate of Indian opener Rohit Sharma and pacer Ishant Sharma lies on the hand of Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Sourav Ganguly as he is set to negotiate quarantine terms in Cricket Australia. The Indian duo of Rohit and Ishant need quarantine relaxation if they are to be part of the four-match Test series against Australia, starting December 17.

Speaking to ANI, sources said that Ganguly will try and find a solution to the issue related to Rohit and Ishant after discussion with Cricket Australia. Both Rohit and Ishant are undergoing rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru with an eye on the four-match Test series.

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"The BCCI president will be speaking to his counterpart at Cricket Australia and a decision will be reached after their meeting. The current quarantine guidelines might make it impossible for the two to reach Australia and be a part of the Test series as, under existing rules, they will need to completely isolate themselves and cannot train in the quarantine period. "&nbsp;

The rest of the Indian cricketers were allowed to train during the quarantine period because they moved from one bubble - in Dubai - to the other - in Sydney. So, relaxation will be needed if the two are to be a part of the Test series," the source explained.&nbsp;

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There is a belief that the former Indian captain can find a solution as he has done so many times on the field. While NCA head Rahul Dravid had earlier said that Ishant would be fit in time for Test series, there are question marks whether he would be able last the entire series. Whereas, Rohit reportedly needs a couple of days to be 100 per cent fit.

Notably, the BCCI had added Rohit to the Test squad at the eleventh hour and decided to rest him from the limited-overs series against Australia. "The BCCI Medical Team has been monitoring Rohit Sharma's fitness and has briefed All-India Senior Selection Committee on the same. In consultation with Sharma, it has been decided to rest him for the ODIs and T20Is in Australia to regain full fitness and he has been included in Ind in India's Test squad for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy," the BCCI said in a release on November 9.&nbsp;

The Test series is set to commence from December 17 in Adelaide in what will be the day-night Test between India and Australia. 
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The fate of Indian opener Rohit Sharma and pacer Ishant Sharma lies on the hand of Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Sourav Ganguly as he is set to negotiate quarantine terms in Cricket Australia.

The fate of Indian opener Rohit Sharma and pacer Ishant Sharma lies on the hand of Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Sourav Ganguly as he is set to negotiate quarantine terms in Cricket Australia. The Indian duo of Rohit and Ishant need quarantine relaxation if they are to be part of the four-match Test series against Australia, starting December 17. Speaking to ANI, sources said that Ganguly will try and find a solution to the issue related to Rohit and Ishant after discussion with Cricket Australia. Both Rohit and Ishant are undergoing rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru with an eye on the four-match Test series. ALSO READ: 'My hero no more': Indian sporting icons pay tribute to Diego Maradona "The BCCI president will be speaking to his counterpart at Cricket Australia and a decision will be reached after their meeting. The current quarantine guidelines might make it impossible for the two to reach Australia and be a part of the Test series as, under existing rules, they will need to completely isolate themselves and cannot train in the quarantine period. " The rest of the Indian cricketers were allowed to train during the quarantine period because they moved from one bubble - in Dubai - to the other - in Sydney. So, relaxation will be needed if the two are to be a part of the Test series," the source explained. ALSO READ: NZ vs PAK: Six Pakistan cricketers test positive for Covid-19 There is a belief that the former Indian captain can find a solution as he has done so many times on the field. While NCA head Rahul Dravid had earlier said that Ishant would be fit in time for Test series, there are question marks whether he would be able last the entire series. Whereas, Rohit reportedly needs a couple of days to be 100 per cent fit. Notably, the BCCI had added Rohit to the Test squad at the eleventh hour and decided to rest him from the limited-overs series against Australia. "The BCCI Medical Team has been monitoring Rohit Sharma's fitness and has briefed All-India Senior Selection Committee on the same. In consultation with Sharma, it has been decided to rest him for the ODIs and T20Is in Australia to regain full fitness and he has been included in Ind in India's Test squad for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy," the BCCI said in a release on November 9. The Test series is set to commence from December 17 in Adelaide in what will be the day-night Test between India and Australia.

On Rohit and Ishant Sharma, BCCI president Sourav Ganguly to negotiate quarantine rules with CA

Australia head coach Justin Langer on Wednesday hinted that opener Joe Burns is set to continue as David Warner’s partner in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar series against India despite calls from former Aussie cricketers and pundits for Will Pucovski to replace him.

Pucovski was named in the Test squad after consecutive double centuries in Sheffield Shield to start the season. Whereas Burns, who has re-established himself as Warner’s opening partner, struggled.

Langer while praising Pucovski said that he might need to bide his time during the Australian summer.&nbsp;

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<h2>Will Pucovski ready to play test cricket: Justin Langer</h2>

“We think very, very highly of Will,” Langer told reporters on a conference call on Wednesday.

“When the opportunity comes, he’s ready to play test cricket. The opportunity hopefully will come for him at some point, whether it’s this series or a series to come.”

Langer added that Pucovski could come into the playing XI in the middle order – a similar path taken by former skipper Ricky Ponting.&nbsp;

“For Will, it’s about where the opportunities come,” Langer added. “For the last 30 years it’s been drummed into me if you can bat top three in Shield cricket, you can bat anywhere.

“Someone like Will, who’s opening the batting for Victoria and has batted three, it gives him the flexibility to bat anywhere.”

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Langer further said that Steve Smith will be back in the team for their limited-overs series against India after missing the ODI series in England due to concussion.&nbsp;

Smith’s return is giving headaches to selectors, who are keen to go with a seam-bowling all-rounder even though Mitchell Marsh’s ankle injury has opened up a spot for a batsman.

“In England, we had Mitch Marsh, Marcus Stoinis and Glenn Maxwell able to get us at least 10 overs,” Langer said. 
“So we like that combination, the extra all-rounder.

“Obviously Steve will come straight back in and there are some headaches but they’re good headaches.” 
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Australia head coach Justin Langer on Wednesday hinted that opener Joe Burns is set to continue as David Warner’s partner in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar series against India despite calls from former Aussie cricketers and pundits for Will Pucovski to replace him.

Australia head coach Justin Langer on Wednesday hinted that opener Joe Burns is set to continue as David Warner’s partner in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar series against India despite calls from former Aussie cricketers and pundits for Will Pucovski to replace him. Pucovski was named in the Test squad after consecutive double centuries in Sheffield Shield to start the season. Whereas Burns, who has re-established himself as Warner’s opening partner, struggled. Langer while praising Pucovski said that he might need to bide his time during the Australian summer. ALSO READ: IND vs AUS: KL Rahul opens up about his batting position, leadership role in Indian team Will Pucovski ready to play test cricket: Justin Langer “We think very, very highly of Will,” Langer told reporters on a conference call on Wednesday. “When the opportunity comes, he’s ready to play test cricket. The opportunity hopefully will come for him at some point, whether it’s this series or a series to come.” Langer added that Pucovski could come into the playing XI in the middle order – a similar path taken by former skipper Ricky Ponting. “For Will, it’s about where the opportunities come,” Langer added. “For the last 30 years it’s been drummed into me if you can bat top three in Shield cricket, you can bat anywhere. “Someone like Will, who’s opening the batting for Victoria and has batted three, it gives him the flexibility to bat anywhere.” ALSO READ: ICC Awards of The Decade announced - Check voting rules, nominations Langer further said that Steve Smith will be back in the team for their limited-overs series against India after missing the ODI series in England due to concussion. Smith’s return is giving headaches to selectors, who are keen to go with a seam-bowling all-rounder even though Mitchell Marsh’s ankle injury has opened up a spot for a batsman. “In England, we had Mitch Marsh, Marcus Stoinis and Glenn Maxwell able to get us at least 10 overs,” Langer said. “So we like that combination, the extra all-rounder. “Obviously Steve will come straight back in and there are some headaches but they’re good headaches.”

Australia rate Will Pucovski highly but he may need to bide his time: Justin Langer

Ahead of the impending three-match ODI series against Australia, India’s white-ball vice-captain KL Rahul on Wednesday said that his batting position will be determined by the format of cricket the team will be playing against Australia with both the sides ready to lock horns in three ODIs, as many T20Is and four Tests.&nbsp;

KL Rahul, before the lockdown, was utilized at number four or five in ODI cricket while opening in the T20I format. However, with the likes of Shikhar Dhawan, Mayank Agarwal and Shubman Gill in the team, it is likely that Rahul will continue to bat in the middle-order when it comes to 50-over cricket. The absence of Rohit Sharma also puts a bit of pressure in the batting unit and Rahul’s great run of form with the willow will ease it.&nbsp;

<h2>My batting position will depend on the format I am playing: KL Rahul</h2>

"My batting position will depend on the format I am playing and what the team wants from me and what combination sits better, the last ODI series we played, I batted at number five and I kept the wickets so yeah, it is a role that I enjoyed and I am happy to play whatever role the team gives me," said Rahul in a virtual press-conference on Thursday ahead of the first ODI against Australia in Sydney.&nbsp;

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"Look I haven`t played a lot of 50-over cricket for a continued period of time, though I have been a part of the Indian team for a few years now, I have not gotten a continued run in the 50-over format like this, it feels good that I am contributing for the team," he added.

Rahul ended up as the top run-scorer in Indian Premier League 2020 where he hammered 670 runs in 15 matches and the elegant batsman is looking forward to carrying his form into international cricket.

"I mean I did get a little bit of feeler with the IPL, I had to play similar roles there as well, it was challenging and it was new, but I got used to that role and I started enjoying it. Hopefully, I will continue the same here, Virat will always be there for the boys and that will make my job a little easier. It is a very proud moment, and hopefully, I can keep on putting similar performances," said Rahul.

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<h2>Learnt to stay in the moment in the IPL: KL Rahul</h2>

"Look, I learnt to stay in the moment in the IPL, when I am wicket-keeping for those last 3-4 seconds when the bowler is running in, I learnt to switch on and not focus on the leadership part. It will be important for me going forward, it is important to start well in the white-ball leg, Australia is a country where we have enjoyed competing," added the 28-year-old.

After the ODIs and T20Is, India will take on Australia in a four-match Test series starting from December 17. 
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Ahead of the impending three-match ODI series against Australia, India’s white-ball vice-captain KL Rahul on Wednesday said that his batting position will be determined by the format of cricket the team will be playing against Australia with both the sides ready to lock horns in three ODIs, as many T20Is and four Tests.

Ahead of the impending three-match ODI series against Australia, India’s white-ball vice-captain KL Rahul on Wednesday said that his batting position will be determined by the format of cricket the team will be playing against Australia with both the sides ready to lock horns in three ODIs, as many T20Is and four Tests. KL Rahul, before the lockdown, was utilized at number four or five in ODI cricket while opening in the T20I format. However, with the likes of Shikhar Dhawan, Mayank Agarwal and Shubman Gill in the team, it is likely that Rahul will continue to bat in the middle-order when it comes to 50-over cricket. The absence of Rohit Sharma also puts a bit of pressure in the batting unit and Rahul’s great run of form with the willow will ease it. My batting position will depend on the format I am playing: KL Rahul "My batting position will depend on the format I am playing and what the team wants from me and what combination sits better, the last ODI series we played, I batted at number five and I kept the wickets so yeah, it is a role that I enjoyed and I am happy to play whatever role the team gives me," said Rahul in a virtual press-conference on Thursday ahead of the first ODI against Australia in Sydney. ALSO READ: ICC Awards of The Decade announced - Check voting rules, nominations "Look I haven`t played a lot of 50-over cricket for a continued period of time, though I have been a part of the Indian team for a few years now, I have not gotten a continued run in the 50-over format like this, it feels good that I am contributing for the team," he added. Rahul ended up as the top run-scorer in Indian Premier League 2020 where he hammered 670 runs in 15 matches and the elegant batsman is looking forward to carrying his form into international cricket. "I mean I did get a little bit of feeler with the IPL, I had to play similar roles there as well, it was challenging and it was new, but I got used to that role and I started enjoying it. Hopefully, I will continue the same here, Virat will always be there for the boys and that will make my job a little easier. It is a very proud moment, and hopefully, I can keep on putting similar performances," said Rahul. ALSO READ: Rohit Sharma returned to India from UAE as father contracted Covid-19: Report Learnt to stay in the moment in the IPL: KL Rahul "Look, I learnt to stay in the moment in the IPL, when I am wicket-keeping for those last 3-4 seconds when the bowler is running in, I learnt to switch on and not focus on the leadership part. It will be important for me going forward, it is important to start well in the white-ball leg, Australia is a country where we have enjoyed competing," added the 28-year-old. After the ODIs and T20Is, India will take on Australia in a four-match Test series starting from December 17.

IND vs AUS: KL Rahul opens up about his batting position, leadership role in Indian team

A lot has been debated surrounding the fitness of Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma. The Indian opener suffered a hamstring tear during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 but went on to play the last three matches. However, he was not named in India’s squad for the Australia tour before getting recalled for the Test series. Now, there are reports that he is likely to miss the entire Test series, let alone the first two Tests against Australia – arguably the most important and heated Test series in international cricket.&nbsp;

Rohit is yet to fully recover from the hamstring injury, with which he played the last three matches of IPL 2020 to help Mumbai Indians lift a record fifth title. Rohit didn’t travel with the Indian squad to Australia and rather came back to India and is now rehabilitating and training in the UAE. However, as per a report in Sports Today, Rohit returned to India to see his father, who had contracted COVID-19.

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“Rohit came to Mumbai with the Mumbai Indians because his father had Covid. That is the reality which is why he had to go back to Bombay. After that, if he did not want to play the red-ball series, there was no reason for him to travel to the NCA and he could have easily stayed back in Bombay with Ritika and family and enjoyed the fruits of success. So there’s absolutely no reason to say that Rohit did not want to play the red-ball series,” renowned sports journalist Boria Majumdar said in a video.

As per a report in PTI, quarantine rules in Australia would make it highly unlikely for Rohit as well as Ishant Sharma to feature in the Test series Down Under.&nbsp;

"Even if they travel now they will have 'hard quarantine' since they will travel by commercial flight. Hard quarantine means not being able to train during the 14 days like the whole team," the source said.

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"So, now if only Cricket Australia can convince the government and allow them to train during quarantine," he added.

Rohit was not named in the ODI and T20I series against Australia to recover from the hamstring injury.

But it would be interesting to see whether Cricket Australia (CA) can manage to convince Australian government to relax the quarantine rule for Rohit and Ishan to help them feature in the second half of the four-match Test series. 
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A lot has been debated surrounding the fitness of Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma. The Indian opener suffered a hamstring tear during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 but went on to play the last three matches.

A lot has been debated surrounding the fitness of Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma. The Indian opener suffered a hamstring tear during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 but went on to play the last three matches. However, he was not named in India’s squad for the Australia tour before getting recalled for the Test series. Now, there are reports that he is likely to miss the entire Test series, let alone the first two Tests against Australia – arguably the most important and heated Test series in international cricket. Rohit is yet to fully recover from the hamstring injury, with which he played the last three matches of IPL 2020 to help Mumbai Indians lift a record fifth title. Rohit didn’t travel with the Indian squad to Australia and rather came back to India and is now rehabilitating and training in the UAE. However, as per a report in Sports Today, Rohit returned to India to see his father, who had contracted COVID-19. ALSO READ: England to play four Tests in India: Ganguly “Rohit came to Mumbai with the Mumbai Indians because his father had Covid. That is the reality which is why he had to go back to Bombay. After that, if he did not want to play the red-ball series, there was no reason for him to travel to the NCA and he could have easily stayed back in Bombay with Ritika and family and enjoyed the fruits of success. So there’s absolutely no reason to say that Rohit did not want to play the red-ball series,” renowned sports journalist Boria Majumdar said in a video. As per a report in PTI, quarantine rules in Australia would make it highly unlikely for Rohit as well as Ishant Sharma to feature in the Test series Down Under. "Even if they travel now they will have 'hard quarantine' since they will travel by commercial flight. Hard quarantine means not being able to train during the 14 days like the whole team," the source said. ALSO READ: Virat Kohli in hunt for ICC Player of the Decade Award - Check full nominations list "So, now if only Cricket Australia can convince the government and allow them to train during quarantine," he added. Rohit was not named in the ODI and T20I series against Australia to recover from the hamstring injury. But it would be interesting to see whether Cricket Australia (CA) can manage to convince Australian government to relax the quarantine rule for Rohit and Ishan to help them feature in the second half of the four-match Test series.

Rohit Sharma returned to India from UAE as father contracted Covid-19: Report

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