Team India fast bowler Mohammed Siraj is completely focused on fulfilling his late father’s wish to represent the country and win matches for India. Siraj is in the Indian squad for the four-match Test series against Australia in what is his maiden Test call-up to the Indian team. However, before he could wear the India whites, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/mohammed-sirajs-father-passes-away-indian-pacer-unable-to-travel-to-india-344375">Siraj lost his ‘biggest supporter’ – father Mohammed Ghouse – on Friday</a>.

Ghouse, aged 53, was admitted to a hospital when Siraj was playing in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

However, after the demise of his father on Friday, the BCCI gave a chance to Siraj to return home to be with his bereaved family. But the Indian pacer decided to stay with the team and perform his national duties in a bid to make his late father proud.&nbsp;

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Speaking on bcci.tv, Mohammed Siraj, on Monday, termed his father his ‘biggest supporter’ and said that his death is a big loss for him. Siraj also revealed his mother’s message for him ahead of the Test series against Australia.&nbsp;

“It is a very big loss for me because he was my biggest supporter. My father’s wish was to see me play for India and make the nation proud. Now, all I want to do is fulfil my father’s dream,” Mohammed Siraj told bcci.tv on Monday.

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“Even though my father is no more in this world, he is still with me in my heart. I talked to my mother who reminded me of my father’s dream and encouraged me to perform well for Team India,” he added. 
Siraj further said how the Indian teammates have supported him in these tough times while revealing skipper Virat Kohli’s message to him.&nbsp;

“My team members have supported me like a family in this situation. Virat [Kohli] bhai encouraged me and told me to stay strong and fulfil my father’s dream,” the 26-year-old said.

After three ODIs and as many T20Is, India and Australia will lock horns in the four-Test Border-Gavaskar series starting from December 17. 
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Team India fast bowler Mohammed Siraj is completely focused on fulfilling his late father’s wish to represent the country and win matches for India. Siraj is in the Indian squad for the four-match Test series against Australia in what is his maiden Test call-up to the Indian team.

Team India fast bowler Mohammed Siraj is completely focused on fulfilling his late father’s wish to represent the country and win matches for India. Siraj is in the Indian squad for the four-match Test series against Australia in what is his maiden Test call-up to the Indian team. However, before he could wear the India whites, Siraj lost his ‘biggest supporter’ – father Mohammed Ghouse – on Friday. Ghouse, aged 53, was admitted to a hospital when Siraj was playing in the Indian Premier League (IPL). However, after the demise of his father on Friday, the BCCI gave a chance to Siraj to return home to be with his bereaved family. But the Indian pacer decided to stay with the team and perform his national duties in a bid to make his late father proud. ALSO READ: IPL TV viewership reached 31.57 million average impressions: Star India Want to fulfill my father's dream: Siraj The fast bowler speaks about overcoming personal loss and why he decided to continue performing national duties in Australia. Interview by @Moulinparikh Full interview 👉https://t.co/xv8ohMYneK #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/UAOVgivbx1 — BCCI (@BCCI) November 23, 2020 × Speaking on bcci.tv, Mohammed Siraj, on Monday, termed his father his ‘biggest supporter’ and said that his death is a big loss for him. Siraj also revealed his mother’s message for him ahead of the Test series against Australia. “It is a very big loss for me because he was my biggest supporter. My father’s wish was to see me play for India and make the nation proud. Now, all I want to do is fulfil my father’s dream,” Mohammed Siraj told bcci.tv on Monday. ALSO READ: Novak Djokovic's positive COVID-19 test nearly led to IPL 2020 cancellation “Even though my father is no more in this world, he is still with me in my heart. I talked to my mother who reminded me of my father’s dream and encouraged me to perform well for Team India,” he added. Siraj further said how the Indian teammates have supported him in these tough times while revealing skipper Virat Kohli’s message to him. “My team members have supported me like a family in this situation. Virat [Kohli] bhai encouraged me and told me to stay strong and fulfil my father’s dream,” the 26-year-old said. After three ODIs and as many T20Is, India and Australia will lock horns in the four-Test Border-Gavaskar series starting from December 17.

India's Mohammed Siraj opens up on the loss of his father, says 'want to fulfil his dream'

Australian opener David Warner on Monday vowed to keep his temper in check and rather let his bat do the talking in the upcoming series against India while adding Virat Kohli’s Men in Blue will try to unnerve him with verbal taunts.

Warner, who was once known to keep heart in the sleeves during on-field confrontations, said he has toned down himself as he matured.

The flamboyant opener expects to have some words thrown his way during the upcoming series, which starts with a three-match ODI series on Friday.&nbsp;

"The last time we toured in India they really engaged us like that," Warner told a conference call.

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"We're learning over time, especially myself, that if you look not to engage in that you're almost reversing the effect by ignoring it, trying to take it in, and using your bat."

Warner further wants to use war of words as motivation as he looks to maintain a positive attitude.&nbsp;

"You don't know the effect (losing your temper) will have on your teammates, so you have to be a bit more humble and be more respectful to the opposition," he said.

"You have to be patient, not get too aggressive, not get angry when the kids aren't listening," he said.

"So I'm getting tested on and off the field."

Warner also supported out-of-form Test opening partner Joe Burns for a spot in the playing XI against India. Burns faces a tough challenge from in-form youngster Will Pucovski.&nbsp;

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"I've spent a lot of time with Joe Burns in the middle, I know exactly what we're about when we're out there," he said.

"Obviously, we won a lot of games last year. So for me, you don't break something that's actually working."

Warner acknowledged Pucovski's claims but said Burns, 31, "did not to anything wrong" to warrant dropping him for the first Test in Adelaide next month.

"Will is an exceptional talent and [will be] a great player for years to come," he said.

Australia and India will lock horns in three ODIs, as many T20Is and four Tests in the two-month-long tour. 
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Australian opener David Warner on Monday vowed to keep his temper in check and rather let his bat do the talking in the upcoming series against India while adding Virat Kohli’s Men in Blue will try to unnerve him with verbal taunts.

Australian opener David Warner on Monday vowed to keep his temper in check and rather let his bat do the talking in the upcoming series against India while adding Virat Kohli’s Men in Blue will try to unnerve him with verbal taunts. Warner, who was once known to keep heart in the sleeves during on-field confrontations, said he has toned down himself as he matured. The flamboyant opener expects to have some words thrown his way during the upcoming series, which starts with a three-match ODI series on Friday. "The last time we toured in India they really engaged us like that," Warner told a conference call. ALSO READ: Steve Smith prepared for India's bouncer barrage, says Australia assistant coach "We're learning over time, especially myself, that if you look not to engage in that you're almost reversing the effect by ignoring it, trying to take it in, and using your bat." Warner further wants to use war of words as motivation as he looks to maintain a positive attitude. "You don't know the effect (losing your temper) will have on your teammates, so you have to be a bit more humble and be more respectful to the opposition," he said. "You have to be patient, not get too aggressive, not get angry when the kids aren't listening," he said. "So I'm getting tested on and off the field." Warner also supported out-of-form Test opening partner Joe Burns for a spot in the playing XI against India. Burns faces a tough challenge from in-form youngster Will Pucovski. ALSO READ: 'Pujara should be allowed to play the game he knows best in Australia', urges Sunil Gavaskar "I've spent a lot of time with Joe Burns in the middle, I know exactly what we're about when we're out there," he said. "Obviously, we won a lot of games last year. So for me, you don't break something that's actually working." Warner acknowledged Pucovski's claims but said Burns, 31, "did not to anything wrong" to warrant dropping him for the first Test in Adelaide next month. "Will is an exceptional talent and [will be] a great player for years to come," he said. Australia and India will lock horns in three ODIs, as many T20Is and four Tests in the two-month-long tour.

AUS vs IND: David Warner won't respond to India taunts, wants his bat do the talking

The father of Indian cricket team’s pacer Mohammed Siraj – Mohammed Ghous – breathed his last on Friday due to lung ailment in Hyderabad. Siraj, who is part of the Indian squad for the Australia tour, won’t be able to attend the last rites of his father due to the stringent quarantine rules set by the Australian government.&nbsp;

Siraj was informed about the tragedy after returning from the practice session. He is currently training with the national team in Sydney.&nbsp;

“My dad's wish was always this - mera beta, desh ka naam roshan karna (my son, you should make my country proud). And, I will do that for sure,” Siraj, who lost his elder brother when he was just seven, was quoted as saying by Sportstar.&nbsp;

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“I know what kind of hardship my dad faced in my early days driving an auto rickshaw to let me pursue my passion for the game,” said Siraj, who climbed up through the ranks from the bylanes of Toli Chowki.

Siraj has been picking wickets in Ranji Trophy consistently and picked up 41 wickets in the 2016-17 season. He was then picked up by Sunrisers Hyderabad before moving to Royal Challengers Bangalore where he was among wickets in recently concluded IPL 2020

In IPL 2020, when Mohammed Siraj bowled the dream spell against KKR, where he ended up with 4-2-8-3, his father was admitted to the hospital a night before. Despite being a worried, Siraj ended up winning the match for his team RCB and won the Man of the Match.

<h2>I lost the biggest support of my life: Mohammed Siraj on his father's demise</h2>

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“It is shocking. I lost the biggest support of my life. It was his dream to see me play for the country and I am glad that way I could realise that and bring joy for him,” a distraught Siraj informed.

“The coach Shastri Sir and captain Virat Kohli were informed about the news. They just told me to be bold and are lending all the support,” Siraj said.

However, the strict quarantine rules won’t allow Siraj to travel to India for his father’s last rites. 
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The father of Indian cricket team’s pacer Mohammed Siraj – Mohammed Ghous – breathed his last on Friday due to lung ailment in Hyderabad. Siraj, who is part of the Indian squad for the Australia tour, won’t be able to attend the last rites of his father due to the stringent quarantine rules set by the Australian government.

The father of Indian cricket team’s pacer Mohammed Siraj – Mohammed Ghous – breathed his last on Friday due to lung ailment in Hyderabad. Siraj, who is part of the Indian squad for the Australia tour, won’t be able to attend the last rites of his father due to the stringent quarantine rules set by the Australian government. Siraj was informed about the tragedy after returning from the practice session. He is currently training with the national team in Sydney. “My dad's wish was always this - mera beta, desh ka naam roshan karna (my son, you should make my country proud). And, I will do that for sure,” Siraj, who lost his elder brother when he was just seven, was quoted as saying by Sportstar. ALSO READ: IPL TV viewership reached 31.57 million average impressions: Star India “I know what kind of hardship my dad faced in my early days driving an auto rickshaw to let me pursue my passion for the game,” said Siraj, who climbed up through the ranks from the bylanes of Toli Chowki. Siraj has been picking wickets in Ranji Trophy consistently and picked up 41 wickets in the 2016-17 season. He was then picked up by Sunrisers Hyderabad before moving to Royal Challengers Bangalore where he was among wickets in recently concluded IPL 2020 In IPL 2020, when Mohammed Siraj bowled the dream spell against KKR, where he ended up with 4-2-8-3, his father was admitted to the hospital a night before. Despite being a worried, Siraj ended up winning the match for his team RCB and won the Man of the Match. I lost the biggest support of my life: Mohammed Siraj on his father's demise ALSO READ: 'Rahane doesn't need to change his game or personality', warns Harbhajan Singh “It is shocking. I lost the biggest support of my life. It was his dream to see me play for the country and I am glad that way I could realise that and bring joy for him,” a distraught Siraj informed. “The coach Shastri Sir and captain Virat Kohli were informed about the news. They just told me to be bold and are lending all the support,” Siraj said. However, the strict quarantine rules won’t allow Siraj to travel to India for his father’s last rites.

Mohammed Siraj's father passes away, Indian pacer unable to travel to India

India vs Australia ODI series: 5 key players to watch out for

Pacer Josh Hazlewood has said that ‘tiring out’ Jasprit Bumrah will be crucial to Australia in the upcoming four-match Test series on their home soil against India. When India visited Down Under in 2018-19, the became the first team to win a Test series on Australian soil wherein Bumrah scalped a whopping 21 wickets at an average of 17 and ended up being the leading wicket-taker in the series.

"Bumrah is probably the standout. He is unique with his action," Hazlewood told Hindustan Times. "He maintains pace very well throughout the day and the whole series. He is probably the key. He can take wickets up front or with the old ball. I guess it's about getting a lot of overs into him, try to tire him out in the first couple of games. That will be the key."

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In the previous series, the troika of Bumrah, Ishant Sharma and Mohammed Shami aggregated 48 wickets in comparison to Australian trio of Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins who picked up 40 wickets.

Meanwhile, Ishant Sharma is yet to join the Indian contingent in Australia and is currently training at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru after suffering an abdominal muscle tear during IPL 2020. However, he is expected to be fit in time for the Test series.

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"They outbowled us the last time they came. That went a long way for them in winning the series," Hazlewood said. "They have most bases covered with their quicks. If Ishant Sharma gets here at some point it will add to their strength. They are all a little bit different. For the last 10-15 years, Indian pacers have kept improving. Our batters will have to be on their toes to counter that."

India will commence the Australian tour with a three-match ODI series starting November 27. 
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Pacer Josh Hazlewood has said that ‘tiring out’ Jasprit Bumrah will be crucial to Australia in the upcoming four-match Test series on their home soil against India.

Pacer Josh Hazlewood has said that ‘tiring out’ Jasprit Bumrah will be crucial to Australia in the upcoming four-match Test series on their home soil against India. When India visited Down Under in 2018-19, the became the first team to win a Test series on Australian soil wherein Bumrah scalped a whopping 21 wickets at an average of 17 and ended up being the leading wicket-taker in the series. "Bumrah is probably the standout. He is unique with his action," Hazlewood told Hindustan Times. "He maintains pace very well throughout the day and the whole series. He is probably the key. He can take wickets up front or with the old ball. I guess it's about getting a lot of overs into him, try to tire him out in the first couple of games. That will be the key." ALSO READ: AUS vs IND: Tickets sold out for 3 T20Is and 2 ODIs on first day of booking In the previous series, the troika of Bumrah, Ishant Sharma and Mohammed Shami aggregated 48 wickets in comparison to Australian trio of Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins who picked up 40 wickets. Meanwhile, Ishant Sharma is yet to join the Indian contingent in Australia and is currently training at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru after suffering an abdominal muscle tear during IPL 2020. However, he is expected to be fit in time for the Test series. ALSO READ: Pat Cummins names 'big wicket' in India vs Australia series "They outbowled us the last time they came. That went a long way for them in winning the series," Hazlewood said. "They have most bases covered with their quicks. If Ishant Sharma gets here at some point it will add to their strength. They are all a little bit different. For the last 10-15 years, Indian pacers have kept improving. Our batters will have to be on their toes to counter that." India will commence the Australian tour with a three-match ODI series starting November 27.

'Tiring out' Jasprit Bumrah will be crucial for Australia: Josh Hazlewood

Cricket Australia on Friday announced that the tickets for three T20Is and two ODIs between India and Australia have been sold out after it went on sale on Friday morning.&nbsp;

Both Sydney Cricket Ground and Manuka Oval are set to welcome fans at a 50 per cent capacity for series. Only 1,900 public seats are left for the first ODI on November 27 at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground.

"The second and third ODIs at the SCG and Manuka Oval respectively have been exhausted while the Manuka Oval T20I and two SCG T20Is are sold out," CA said in a release.

"Limited tickets to the first ODI on November 27 at the SCG remain, with approximately 1,900 public seats left. Both the SCG and Manuka Oval will be at 50 per cent capacity for series, with fans voting with their feet after ticket prices were frozen from the last time India came to Australia in 2018/19," it added.

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Anthony Everard, Cricket Australia`s Executive General Manager of Fan Engagement, said that it showed the excitement for cricket as Australia home calendar commences.

"The rivalry between the Australian and Indian men`s cricket teams is one of the greatest in international sport and this series is shaping up as an epic," Everard said.

"It`s been fantastic to see so much interest in the ODI and T20I Series, with the high demand starting from yesterday with our pre-sale period offered to the Australian Cricket Family. It didn`t take long today for things to move quickly, with now just a couple of thousand tickets remaining for the first ODI on November 27 at the SCG," he added.

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Cricket ACT CEO James Allsopp said that ahead of two T20Is in Canberra, real excitement is building.

"It is fantastic to have such high-quality international cricket coming to the ACT this summer and I am not surprised that fans have acted so quickly to ensure they have a seat," he said.

"Both games at Manuka are going to be fierce contests, and we look forward to welcoming the Australian and Indian teams to Canberra. With such high demand, it`s inevitable that some fans may have missed out, but there is plenty of other cricket to come with BBL matches in Canberra," Allsopp added.

India’s tour of Australia kickstarts with three ODIs on November 27, 29 and December 2. The first T20I is due to be hosted by Canberra on December 4 with the remaining two on December 6 and 8 at the SCG.

Following the limited-overs series, India and Australia will play four Test as a part of the World Test Championship with the final scheduled in June 2021. 
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Cricket Australia on Friday announced that the tickets for three T20Is and two ODIs between India and Australia have been sold out after it went on sale on Friday morning.

Cricket Australia on Friday announced that the tickets for three T20Is and two ODIs between India and Australia have been sold out after it went on sale on Friday morning. Both Sydney Cricket Ground and Manuka Oval are set to welcome fans at a 50 per cent capacity for series. Only 1,900 public seats are left for the first ODI on November 27 at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground. "The second and third ODIs at the SCG and Manuka Oval respectively have been exhausted while the Manuka Oval T20I and two SCG T20Is are sold out," CA said in a release. "Limited tickets to the first ODI on November 27 at the SCG remain, with approximately 1,900 public seats left. Both the SCG and Manuka Oval will be at 50 per cent capacity for series, with fans voting with their feet after ticket prices were frozen from the last time India came to Australia in 2018/19," it added. ALSO READ: Pat Cummins names 'big wicket' in India vs Australia series Anthony Everard, Cricket Australia`s Executive General Manager of Fan Engagement, said that it showed the excitement for cricket as Australia home calendar commences. "The rivalry between the Australian and Indian men`s cricket teams is one of the greatest in international sport and this series is shaping up as an epic," Everard said. "It`s been fantastic to see so much interest in the ODI and T20I Series, with the high demand starting from yesterday with our pre-sale period offered to the Australian Cricket Family. It didn`t take long today for things to move quickly, with now just a couple of thousand tickets remaining for the first ODI on November 27 at the SCG," he added. ALSO READ: World Test Championship finalists to be decided by percentage of points earned: report Cricket ACT CEO James Allsopp said that ahead of two T20Is in Canberra, real excitement is building. "It is fantastic to have such high-quality international cricket coming to the ACT this summer and I am not surprised that fans have acted so quickly to ensure they have a seat," he said. "Both games at Manuka are going to be fierce contests, and we look forward to welcoming the Australian and Indian teams to Canberra. With such high demand, it`s inevitable that some fans may have missed out, but there is plenty of other cricket to come with BBL matches in Canberra," Allsopp added. India’s tour of Australia kickstarts with three ODIs on November 27, 29 and December 2. The first T20I is due to be hosted by Canberra on December 4 with the remaining two on December 6 and 8 at the SCG. Following the limited-overs series, India and Australia will play four Test as a part of the World Test Championship with the final scheduled in June 2021.

AUS vs IND: Tickets sold out for 3 T20Is and 2 ODIs on first day of booking

With the two-month-long series between India and Australia commencing in a week’s time, Australian speedster Pat Cummins considers Virat Kohli as the ‘big wicket’ he would target. Cummins said that commentators talk about Kohli non-stop while hoping to keep him quiet in the limited-overs series and one Test in which the Indian skipper would be a part of.

The three-match ODI series is set to start from November 27 followed by three T20Is and four-match Test series.&nbsp;

"I think every side has that one or two batters and they are the big wickets. Most teams have their captain -- Joe Root for England, Kane Williamson for New Zealand. You feel like if you get their wickets that goes a long way in winning the game," Cummins told 'Fox Cricket'.

"He (Kohli) is always a big one. You commentators talk about him non-stop, so hopefully, we can keep him quiet," he added.

Cummins, who has been named the vice-captain of both white and red-ball squads, is currently quarantining after arriving from the UE where he played in the Indian Premier League for Kolkata Knight Riders.

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The quarantine period wherein there are 11 Australian players currently will end on the eve of the ODI opener against India in Sydney.

"It's good to be back here in Sydney. Obviously, we are locked down but we are let out for couple of hours a day.

"We've been in the middle of it (cricket in bio-secure bubbles) for three or four months now so we're starting to get used to it," he said.

"But it will be weird we get out Thursday night and then we will go and join the boys at a hotel but there's a good chance we won't see them until we literally turn up to the SCG on Friday."

Cummins said Australia is well prepared to give India a tough fight in the series. "It's going to be huge. Obviously, we're back here on home soil. other than spending a lot of times in hotels and bubbles I feel like our preparation has actually been really good.

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"We went over to the UK and had a good tour there. Most of the boys here have been playing 14 T20 matches in the last few weeks and the other guys coming in will be playing shrewd cricket. So, it feels like we are all firing up and got a lot of stuff behind us," he said.

On his development as a bowler over the last couple of years, "I was probably a bit quicker a few years ago but I feel like in the last couple of years I got better, learning different tempos within the game and also when I am bowling. I feel I got a bit more control on swing and seam," Cummins said.

"Whatever conditions we come up with, I have got a couple of tools I can go to."

With the two-month-long series between India and Australia commencing in a week’s time, Australian speedster Pat Cummins considers Virat Kohli as the ‘big wicket’ he would target.

With the two-month-long series between India and Australia commencing in a week’s time, Australian speedster Pat Cummins considers Virat Kohli as the ‘big wicket’ he would target. Cummins said that commentators talk about Kohli non-stop while hoping to keep him quiet in the limited-overs series and one Test in which the Indian skipper would be a part of. The three-match ODI series is set to start from November 27 followed by three T20Is and four-match Test series. "I think every side has that one or two batters and they are the big wickets. Most teams have their captain -- Joe Root for England, Kane Williamson for New Zealand. You feel like if you get their wickets that goes a long way in winning the game," Cummins told 'Fox Cricket'. "He (Kohli) is always a big one. You commentators talk about him non-stop, so hopefully, we can keep him quiet," he added. Cummins, who has been named the vice-captain of both white and red-ball squads, is currently quarantining after arriving from the UE where he played in the Indian Premier League for Kolkata Knight Riders. ALSO READ: Players with 10 T20I caps now eligible for BCCI Central Contract: Report The quarantine period wherein there are 11 Australian players currently will end on the eve of the ODI opener against India in Sydney. "It's good to be back here in Sydney. Obviously, we are locked down but we are let out for couple of hours a day. "We've been in the middle of it (cricket in bio-secure bubbles) for three or four months now so we're starting to get used to it," he said. "But it will be weird we get out Thursday night and then we will go and join the boys at a hotel but there's a good chance we won't see them until we literally turn up to the SCG on Friday." Cummins said Australia is well prepared to give India a tough fight in the series. "It's going to be huge. Obviously, we're back here on home soil. other than spending a lot of times in hotels and bubbles I feel like our preparation has actually been really good. ALSO READ: World Test Championship finalists to be decided by percentage of points earned: report "We went over to the UK and had a good tour there. Most of the boys here have been playing 14 T20 matches in the last few weeks and the other guys coming in will be playing shrewd cricket. So, it feels like we are all firing up and got a lot of stuff behind us," he said. On his development as a bowler over the last couple of years, "I was probably a bit quicker a few years ago but I feel like in the last couple of years I got better, learning different tempos within the game and also when I am bowling. I feel I got a bit more control on swing and seam," Cummins said. "Whatever conditions we come up with, I have got a couple of tools I can go to."

Pat Cummins names 'big wicket' in India vs Australia series

The drop-in pitches at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) may not be as well-prepared for next month`s second Test between India and Australia due to a lack of trial on the pitch, Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC) chief executive Stuart Fox has said. 
 
"It is a concern for me because I would like to give them every opportunity to trial the pitches but we [were to have had] a test event the other day and Cricket Victoria were supporting us, we were meant to have players and a two-day game and we had the pitch ready to go but the game got cancelled the night before and that was really, ultimately, the result of the situation in South Australia," Fox was quoted as saying by the Age and Sydney Morning Herald. 
 
Plans for a two-day trial match at the MCG this week to test the drop-in pitches were abandoned. "I think it demonstrates how vulnerable we still are day by day. Ideally, we would love to have a game and we are still working on that but, ultimately, it may not happen," he said. 
 
The traditional Boxing Day Test begins on December 26. 
 
The report added that the MCG could also not host the opening rounds of Sheffield Shield and the first four rounds were held in Adelaide, which has now got severely hit by coronavirus outbreak. 
 
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The drop-in pitches at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) may not be as well-prepared for next month`s second Test between India and Australia due to a lack of trial on the pitch, Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC) chief executive Stuart Fox has said.

The drop-in pitches at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) may not be as well-prepared for next month`s second Test between India and Australia due to a lack of trial on the pitch, Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC) chief executive Stuart Fox has said. "It is a concern for me because I would like to give them every opportunity to trial the pitches but we [were to have had] a test event the other day and Cricket Victoria were supporting us, we were meant to have players and a two-day game and we had the pitch ready to go but the game got cancelled the night before and that was really, ultimately, the result of the situation in South Australia," Fox was quoted as saying by the Age and Sydney Morning Herald. Plans for a two-day trial match at the MCG this week to test the drop-in pitches were abandoned. "I think it demonstrates how vulnerable we still are day by day. Ideally, we would love to have a game and we are still working on that but, ultimately, it may not happen," he said. The traditional Boxing Day Test begins on December 26. The report added that the MCG could also not host the opening rounds of Sheffield Shield and the first four rounds were held in Adelaide, which has now got severely hit by coronavirus outbreak.

India-Australia 2nd Test: MCG's drop-in pitch may not up to mark

Team India’s premier strike bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami are unlikely to take part in all six white-ball matches against Australia, keeping the four-match Test series starting in December 17 in view. India will take on Australia in three ODIs and as many T20Is – to be played between November 27 to December 8 – before the red-ball series kickstarts.&nbsp;

With workload management being the prime focus after a busy Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 both Shami and Bumrah, head coach Ravi Shastri and bowling coach Bharat Arun will want to keep their ace bowling pair fit and fresh especially when Ishant Sharma’s availability for the first Test is in the dark cloud.

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The first red ball warm-match at Drummoyne Oval is set to be played on December 6. However, India’s second and third T20I will be played at the same time, coinciding with the schedule of the first warm-up match. The Indian team management might not risk Shami and Bumrah play six back to back matches in 12 days.&nbsp;

"If both (Bumrah and Shami) play the T20 Internationals (on Dec 4, 6 and 8), then they will have one warm-up matchless which I don't think the team management will fancy at this moment," a source said. So, there is a chance that Shami and Bumrah will be rotated during the white-ball series. Shami has been seen primarily bowling with pink and red balls during net sessions, which is an indicator of where his and team's priorities lie.

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It is likely that both Bumrah and Shami will play ODIs before switching to Test mode and play the warm-up games to get in the groove of Test cricket before the Day-Night match at Adelaide Oval.

The Indian T20I first XI could feature the likes of Deepak Chahar, Thangarasu 'Yorker' Natarajan and Navdeep Saini as the pace trio with Yuzvendra Chahal, Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar in the spin attack. 
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Team India’s premier strike bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami are unlikely to take part in all six white-ball matches against Australia, keeping the four-match Test series starting in December 17 in view.

Team India’s premier strike bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami are unlikely to take part in all six white-ball matches against Australia, keeping the four-match Test series starting in December 17 in view. India will take on Australia in three ODIs and as many T20Is – to be played between November 27 to December 8 – before the red-ball series kickstarts. With workload management being the prime focus after a busy Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 both Shami and Bumrah, head coach Ravi Shastri and bowling coach Bharat Arun will want to keep their ace bowling pair fit and fresh especially when Ishant Sharma’s availability for the first Test is in the dark cloud. ALSO READ: Shakib Al Hasan death threat case: Cricketer gets armed bodyguard as Bangladesh Home Minister promises strong action The first red ball warm-match at Drummoyne Oval is set to be played on December 6. However, India’s second and third T20I will be played at the same time, coinciding with the schedule of the first warm-up match. The Indian team management might not risk Shami and Bumrah play six back to back matches in 12 days. "If both (Bumrah and Shami) play the T20 Internationals (on Dec 4, 6 and 8), then they will have one warm-up matchless which I don't think the team management will fancy at this moment," a source said. So, there is a chance that Shami and Bumrah will be rotated during the white-ball series. Shami has been seen primarily bowling with pink and red balls during net sessions, which is an indicator of where his and team's priorities lie. ALSO READ: IND vs AUS: Ishant bowls at Chinnaswamy Stadium with eyes on Adelaide Test It is likely that both Bumrah and Shami will play ODIs before switching to Test mode and play the warm-up games to get in the groove of Test cricket before the Day-Night match at Adelaide Oval. The Indian T20I first XI could feature the likes of Deepak Chahar, Thangarasu 'Yorker' Natarajan and Navdeep Saini as the pace trio with Yuzvendra Chahal, Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar in the spin attack.

AUS vs IND: Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami likely to be rotated in white-ball series

Pacer Ishant Sharma is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that he is fit in time for the Test series against Australia that gets underway with the day-night Test at the Adelaide Oval on December 17. Having worked under the watchful eyes of Paras Mhambrey ever since hitting the National Cricket Academy (NCA), the fast bowler underwent a fitness test on Wednesday.

ESPN Cricinfo tweeted a video of Ishant in which the fast bowler can be seen going through the passes. "Ishant Sharma bowls at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru as he looks to prove his fitness for India`s Test series against Australia," ESPN Cricinfo wrote.

With India skipper Virat Kohli available only for the first of the four-Test matches against Australia, there is no doubt that the bowlers will have to take up the extra responsibility of giving India the best chances of winning the series. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on November 9 said that Ishant, who is out with a left internal oblique muscle tear, is undergoing his rehab and he will be added to India`s Test squad once he "fully recovers and gains sufficient match fitness".

On Monday, ANI reported that NCA head Rahul Dravid has taken charge to ensure that Ishant works closely with Mhambrey -- the head coach of the U-19 national team and also a pace bowler during his playing days."

As NCA head, Dravid has informed the board that Ishant is working with Mhambrey to be fit in time for the Test matches. Ishant will definitely have a big role to play and his presence will not just give India another strike bowler, but also his experience will bring a lot to the table in Kohli`s absence," a source in the know of developments had said.

Unfortunately, Ishant`s stint at the NCA last time round didn`t go as per plan. The pacer suffered a Grade 3 tear on his right ankle while playing for Delhi in their Ranji Trophy encounter against Vidarbha at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in January 2020. While it was believed he was out of the New Zealand tour as he was prescribed rest for six weeks by the Delhi physio, he hit the NCA and was passed by the fitness team in Bengaluru to join the Indian squad for the two-Test series, starting February 21.

While Ishant did play the first Test, the ankle injury resurfaced and he had to skip the second Test of the series. The coronavirus-induced lockdown ensured that he had time to work on his body and get back strong for the 13th edition of the IPL for Delhi Capitals. But he again injured himself and had to fly back. '

With Dravid keeping an eye on developments, one would believe that a repeat of the February episode won`t take place as India need Ishant to play the full series.

The Indian squad has already arrived in Australia post the IPL and have started training for the limited-overs series which starts with the first ODI at the Sydney Cricket Ground on November 27. The two teams will also play a T20I series after the completion of the three-match ODI series.

Pacer Ishant Sharma is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that he is fit in time for the Test series against Australia that gets underway with the day-night Test at the Adelaide Oval on December 17.

Pacer Ishant Sharma is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that he is fit in time for the Test series against Australia that gets underway with the day-night Test at the Adelaide Oval on December 17. Having worked under the watchful eyes of Paras Mhambrey ever since hitting the National Cricket Academy (NCA), the fast bowler underwent a fitness test on Wednesday. ESPN Cricinfo tweeted a video of Ishant in which the fast bowler can be seen going through the passes. "Ishant Sharma bowls at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru as he looks to prove his fitness for India`s Test series against Australia," ESPN Cricinfo wrote. With India skipper Virat Kohli available only for the first of the four-Test matches against Australia, there is no doubt that the bowlers will have to take up the extra responsibility of giving India the best chances of winning the series. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on November 9 said that Ishant, who is out with a left internal oblique muscle tear, is undergoing his rehab and he will be added to India`s Test squad once he "fully recovers and gains sufficient match fitness". On Monday, ANI reported that NCA head Rahul Dravid has taken charge to ensure that Ishant works closely with Mhambrey -- the head coach of the U-19 national team and also a pace bowler during his playing days." As NCA head, Dravid has informed the board that Ishant is working with Mhambrey to be fit in time for the Test matches. Ishant will definitely have a big role to play and his presence will not just give India another strike bowler, but also his experience will bring a lot to the table in Kohli`s absence," a source in the know of developments had said. Unfortunately, Ishant`s stint at the NCA last time round didn`t go as per plan. The pacer suffered a Grade 3 tear on his right ankle while playing for Delhi in their Ranji Trophy encounter against Vidarbha at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in January 2020. While it was believed he was out of the New Zealand tour as he was prescribed rest for six weeks by the Delhi physio, he hit the NCA and was passed by the fitness team in Bengaluru to join the Indian squad for the two-Test series, starting February 21. While Ishant did play the first Test, the ankle injury resurfaced and he had to skip the second Test of the series. The coronavirus-induced lockdown ensured that he had time to work on his body and get back strong for the 13th edition of the IPL for Delhi Capitals. But he again injured himself and had to fly back. ' With Dravid keeping an eye on developments, one would believe that a repeat of the February episode won`t take place as India need Ishant to play the full series. The Indian squad has already arrived in Australia post the IPL and have started training for the limited-overs series which starts with the first ODI at the Sydney Cricket Ground on November 27. The two teams will also play a T20I series after the completion of the three-match ODI series.

IND vs AUS: Ishant bowls at Chinnaswamy Stadium with eyes on Adelaide Test

Australia’s World Cup-winning coach John Buchanan has recalled former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly as the leader who took the heated rivalry between India and Australia to a different level. Buchanan explained that the rivalry between India and Australia was only ‘developing’ when Ganguly was named the captain of the Indian team but turned his players into passionate bunch who could see that feared Aussie side eye-to-eye.

Buchanan also worked with Ganguly in the Indian Premier League for Kolkata Knight Riders. The former Australian coach said that he finds shades of Ganguly in current skipper Virat Kohli.&nbsp;

“Once Sourav took over, he instilled a different way of not only playing but also a different way of just conducting themselves against strong oppositions like Australia. It was a developing rivalry for sure, but Sourav was able to take it to another level. Like Ganguly, Kohli has done the same thing for the Indian team,” Buchanan told Sportstar.

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India are set to take on Australia in a four-match Test series to conclude the two-month-long tour. Last time in 2018-19 tour, India, under the leadership of Kohli, defeated Australia for the first time.&nbsp;

“He (Kohli) has done an incredibly good job - irrespective of whether he is scoring runs or not. If we go back to 2019, [Cheteshwar] Pujara was the star of the series and Kohli made some contributions, so did [Ajinkya] Rahane... But Kohli’s real contribution is his leadership and captaincy and the way he instils greatness - not only to win games but also in finding a way to beat teams,” Buchanan added.

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However, Buchanan feels that Kohli’s absence in the final three Tests will play a major role in determining the result of the much-awaited series.&nbsp;

“I think his absence in the final three Tests is going to play a pivotal part in the way the series plays out,” Buchanan opined. 
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Australia’s World Cup-winning coach John Buchanan has recalled former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly as the leader who took the heated rivalry between India and Australia to a different level.

Australia’s World Cup-winning coach John Buchanan has recalled former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly as the leader who took the heated rivalry between India and Australia to a different level. Buchanan explained that the rivalry between India and Australia was only ‘developing’ when Ganguly was named the captain of the Indian team but turned his players into passionate bunch who could see that feared Aussie side eye-to-eye. Buchanan also worked with Ganguly in the Indian Premier League for Kolkata Knight Riders. The former Australian coach said that he finds shades of Ganguly in current skipper Virat Kohli. “Once Sourav took over, he instilled a different way of not only playing but also a different way of just conducting themselves against strong oppositions like Australia. It was a developing rivalry for sure, but Sourav was able to take it to another level. Like Ganguly, Kohli has done the same thing for the Indian team,” Buchanan told Sportstar. ALSO READ: Chennai Super Kings become the most Tweeted about team during cricket season India are set to take on Australia in a four-match Test series to conclude the two-month-long tour. Last time in 2018-19 tour, India, under the leadership of Kohli, defeated Australia for the first time. “He (Kohli) has done an incredibly good job - irrespective of whether he is scoring runs or not. If we go back to 2019, [Cheteshwar] Pujara was the star of the series and Kohli made some contributions, so did [Ajinkya] Rahane... But Kohli’s real contribution is his leadership and captaincy and the way he instils greatness - not only to win games but also in finding a way to beat teams,” Buchanan added. ALSO READ: Cricket in Commonwealth Games: ICC announces qualification process However, Buchanan feels that Kohli’s absence in the final three Tests will play a major role in determining the result of the much-awaited series. “I think his absence in the final three Tests is going to play a pivotal part in the way the series plays out,” Buchanan opined.

Virat Kohli, like Ganguly, has taken India-Australia rivalry to next level: John Buchanan

Cricket Australia on Tuesday airlifted its players, who are set to play against India, to New South Wales’ capital Sydney from Adelaide following a spike in the number of COVID-19 cases. CA’s move comes after Western Australia, Queensland and Tasmania closed their borders to Adelaide on Monday.

The players who were airlifted were Australian Test captain Tim Paine, Marnus Labuschagne, Matthew Wade, Travis Head and Cameron Green among others.&nbsp;

"CA has taken a proactive approach and mobilised a number of people across the country over the past 24 hours to shore up our men's domestic and international schedules.

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"I would like to thank the players and staff for their understanding regarding the changes to their travel schedules and for their commitment to ensuring the summer of cricket is a huge success."

"CA will continue to monitor the situation in South Australia and the resulting border restrictions around the country.

"As ever, we will remain agile in addressing the challenges presented by the pandemic and remain more confident than ever of hosting a safe and successful summer across all formats," CA's interim chief executive Nick Hockley was quoted as saying by 'ESPNCricinfo'.

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Despite the recent spike, CA said that Adelaide Oval will host the first Test between Australia and India from December 17 as Hockley thanked the leadership groups across Australian cricket for executing the plan in short notice.&nbsp;

"I would also like to thank the various leadership groups across Australian cricket for coming together over the past 48 hours and taking quick, decisive action - made possible by thorough, cross-department contingency planning," he said.

The Virat Kohli-led Indian team arrived in Australia on Thursday and are currently undergoing 14-day quarantine period in Sydney. The Men in Blue have been allowed to train during the quarantine period. 
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Cricket Australia on Tuesday airlifted its players, who are set to play against India, to New South Wales’ capital Sydney from Adelaide following a spike in the number of COVID-19 cases.

Cricket Australia on Tuesday airlifted its players, who are set to play against India, to New South Wales’ capital Sydney from Adelaide following a spike in the number of COVID-19 cases. CA’s move comes after Western Australia, Queensland and Tasmania closed their borders to Adelaide on Monday. The players who were airlifted were Australian Test captain Tim Paine, Marnus Labuschagne, Matthew Wade, Travis Head and Cameron Green among others. "CA has taken a proactive approach and mobilised a number of people across the country over the past 24 hours to shore up our men's domestic and international schedules. ALSO READ: T20 selection special now, Tests can wait: NZ batsman Conway "I would like to thank the players and staff for their understanding regarding the changes to their travel schedules and for their commitment to ensuring the summer of cricket is a huge success." "CA will continue to monitor the situation in South Australia and the resulting border restrictions around the country. "As ever, we will remain agile in addressing the challenges presented by the pandemic and remain more confident than ever of hosting a safe and successful summer across all formats," CA's interim chief executive Nick Hockley was quoted as saying by 'ESPNCricinfo'. ALSO READ: BCCI announces new official kit sponsor for Indian cricket team Despite the recent spike, CA said that Adelaide Oval will host the first Test between Australia and India from December 17 as Hockley thanked the leadership groups across Australian cricket for executing the plan in short notice. "I would also like to thank the various leadership groups across Australian cricket for coming together over the past 48 hours and taking quick, decisive action - made possible by thorough, cross-department contingency planning," he said. The Virat Kohli-led Indian team arrived in Australia on Thursday and are currently undergoing 14-day quarantine period in Sydney. The Men in Blue have been allowed to train during the quarantine period.

AUS vs IND: Tim Paine, Marnus Labuschagne and others airlifted from Adelaide to Sydney after COVID-19 spike

Australian vice-captain Pat Cummins has said that Virat Kohli’s absence after the first Test match in Adelaide “make a bit of difference” but he was “unsure” if it could be the deciding factor in the much-awaited Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Cummins further said that India always finds some incredible batsman, outside the team, waiting for his opportunity.&nbsp;

Kohli is set to miss the last three Tests of the four-match series after being granted paternity leave by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Kohli’s wife and Bollywood star Anushka Sharma are expecting their first child in early January.

Cummins, echoing his team-mate Nathan Lyon’s views, said that the players haven’t spoken about Kohli’s absence too much while adding he is not sure that it will be a deciding factor in the series.&nbsp;

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"To be honest, as a captain, obviously he’ll be missed but the Indian cricket side always finds some incredible batsman, who outside the team, just waiting for an opportunity, so maybe that new opportunity will be the beginning of someone else’s career," he said in a media interaction on Monday, 16 November.

"It might make a bit of a difference. I am not sure it’s gonna be a deciding factor in the series but to be honest, us players haven’t spoken too much about it," Cummins said in a media interaction on Monday.

In the 2018-19 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, India created history as they defeated them 2-1, for the first time on their home soil. In the absence of Steve Smith and David Warner, India dominated all three departments of the game to successfully clinch the series Down Under.

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"We have got a lot to prove. India played really well here a couple of years ago. We as an Aussie cricket team, and as long as I have grown up watching them play, pride ourselves on winning at home, especially Test matches. So to lose that one, I feel like we have to make amends this summer," said Cummins.

"It’s gonna be a great series. Both teams I think are at the top of the Test Championship table at the moment. It’s going to be a high-quality series," he said.

Australian vice-captain Pat Cummins has said that Virat Kohli’s absence after the first Test match in Adelaide “make a bit of difference” but he was “unsure” if it could be the deciding factor in the much-awaited Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Australian vice-captain Pat Cummins has said that Virat Kohli’s absence after the first Test match in Adelaide “make a bit of difference” but he was “unsure” if it could be the deciding factor in the much-awaited Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Cummins further said that India always finds some incredible batsman, outside the team, waiting for his opportunity. Kohli is set to miss the last three Tests of the four-match series after being granted paternity leave by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Kohli’s wife and Bollywood star Anushka Sharma are expecting their first child in early January. Cummins, echoing his team-mate Nathan Lyon’s views, said that the players haven’t spoken about Kohli’s absence too much while adding he is not sure that it will be a deciding factor in the series. ALSO READ: 'Sachin rightfully deserved to rule the game during his era: Former Pak speedster Aaqib Javed "To be honest, as a captain, obviously he’ll be missed but the Indian cricket side always finds some incredible batsman, who outside the team, just waiting for an opportunity, so maybe that new opportunity will be the beginning of someone else’s career," he said in a media interaction on Monday, 16 November. "It might make a bit of a difference. I am not sure it’s gonna be a deciding factor in the series but to be honest, us players haven’t spoken too much about it," Cummins said in a media interaction on Monday. In the 2018-19 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, India created history as they defeated them 2-1, for the first time on their home soil. In the absence of Steve Smith and David Warner, India dominated all three departments of the game to successfully clinch the series Down Under. ALSO READ: India tour of Australia: Aussie team to make barefoot anti-racism gesture "We have got a lot to prove. India played really well here a couple of years ago. We as an Aussie cricket team, and as long as I have grown up watching them play, pride ourselves on winning at home, especially Test matches. So to lose that one, I feel like we have to make amends this summer," said Cummins. "It’s gonna be a great series. Both teams I think are at the top of the Test Championship table at the moment. It’s going to be a high-quality series," he said.

AUS vs IND: Virat Kohli's absence a new opportunity for someone else, feels Pat Cummins

Australian coach Justin Langer revealed what went wrong during the 2018-19 Border-Gavaskar Trophy and how Virat Kohli's team deserved to create history after winning the series.

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Indian team, led by Virat Kohli, registered their names in the history books as they beat Australia on their soil to register their first Test series win Down Under in 71 years. Australia, in that series, were playing without Steve Smith and David Warner. However, India managed to beat the Aussies despite their lethal pace attack.&nbsp;

"If I go back to that time (2018-19), we lost a toss at the MCG (Melbourne Cricket Ground) after winning the Perth Test match - lost the toss on possibly the flattest wicket I’ve seen in Test cricket... and they (India) bowled for nearly two days," Langer was quoted as saying by The Age newspaper.

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"And then we had to back it up and play at the SCG (Sydney Cricket Ground) the next Test match on a pretty flat wicket as well."

"Not making excuses, but it was tough going back then. India were on top of their game, they deserved to beat us for the first time in their history. But our guys are two years better and a lot of the Indians are the same, more experienced. I can’t wait to see them go. Can’t wait," Langer added.

Earlier, Australia coach Justin Langer had said that it’s tough not to be happy knowing that Kohli will miss three Tests.

"I’ve said this before, he is probably the best player I’ve ever seen in my life for so many reasons," Langer told reporters in a video call.

Langer also lauded Kohli's decision to take paternity leave to be with his wife.&nbsp;

"I’ve also got respect for him in the sense that he’s made this decision (to return for the birth)."

"He’s a human being like all of us... if I was giving advice to any of my players I would always say never, ever miss the birth of your children because it is one of the great things you’ll ever do," the former Australia opener added.

Australian coach Justin Langer revealed what went wrong during the 2018-19 Border-Gavaskar Trophy and how Virat Kohli's team deserved to create history after winning the series.

Australian coach Justin Langer revealed what went wrong during the 2018-19 Border-Gavaskar Trophy and how Virat Kohli's team deserved to create history after winning the series. Also read: 'We love to hate him but we also love to..': Australia's Tim Paine on Virat Kohli Indian team, led by Virat Kohli, registered their names in the history books as they beat Australia on their soil to register their first Test series win Down Under in 71 years. Australia, in that series, were playing without Steve Smith and David Warner. However, India managed to beat the Aussies despite their lethal pace attack. "If I go back to that time (2018-19), we lost a toss at the MCG (Melbourne Cricket Ground) after winning the Perth Test match - lost the toss on possibly the flattest wicket I’ve seen in Test cricket... and they (India) bowled for nearly two days," Langer was quoted as saying by The Age newspaper. Also read: 'Best player I’ve ever seen in my life': Aussie coach Justin Langer praises this Indian batsman "And then we had to back it up and play at the SCG (Sydney Cricket Ground) the next Test match on a pretty flat wicket as well." "Not making excuses, but it was tough going back then. India were on top of their game, they deserved to beat us for the first time in their history. But our guys are two years better and a lot of the Indians are the same, more experienced. I can’t wait to see them go. Can’t wait," Langer added. Earlier, Australia coach Justin Langer had said that it’s tough not to be happy knowing that Kohli will miss three Tests. "I’ve said this before, he is probably the best player I’ve ever seen in my life for so many reasons," Langer told reporters in a video call. Langer also lauded Kohli's decision to take paternity leave to be with his wife. "I’ve also got respect for him in the sense that he’s made this decision (to return for the birth)." "He’s a human being like all of us... if I was giving advice to any of my players I would always say never, ever miss the birth of your children because it is one of the great things you’ll ever do," the former Australia opener added.

'India were on top of their game', Aussie coach Justin Langer on 2018-19 Test series defeat

Australia have announced a 17-member Test squad for the upcoming Test series against India, scheduled to start from December 17. Youngsters Will Pucovski and Cameron Green have been named in the Australian Test squad with the likes of Mitchell Swepson, Michael Neser among other players named in the squad. Tim Paine will lead the side with Pat Cummins as his sole deputy.&nbsp;

<h2>Australia squad for Test series against India:</h2>

Sean Abbott, Joe Burns, Pat Cummins, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Michael Neser, Tim Paine (c), James Pattinson, Will Pucovski, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Mitchell Swepson, Matthew Wade, David Warner

"What we saw in the opening rounds of the Marsh Sheffield Shield were a number of players performing exceptionally well," National selector Trevor Hohns said Thursday. "Two of those many standout players were, of course, Cameron Green and Will Pucovski. Their undeniable form demanded selection and we are very pleased to have these young men in the squad for what will be a tremendous Test Series against an extremely formidable opponent.

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"As was the case with the white ball side we have reverted to a traditional leadership model of captain and vice-captain now we have a settled and in-form group of experienced players," Hohns further said. "Travis (Head) remains an important member of the senior leadership group and has been integral in the recent success of the side which is now ranked as the best Test team in the world. He has been a great support to Tim and is a very experienced leader."

Pucovski has been hitting the headlines as he smashed 495 runs at an average of 247.5 in the opening phase of Sheffield Shield this year. Pucovski and Joe Burns have also been named in Australia A squad for the two practice matches against Australia - &nbsp;a move which could solidify who will become Warner’s opening partner.&nbsp;

"Will's record-breaking start to the summer has been exceptional. His ability to show such patience is something which stands him in good stead for Test cricket and he is in rare company with two double centuries to start the summer. We very much look forward to Will developing further on the international stage," Hohns said.

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"Cameron (Green) has already won selection in the white ball squad and continues that in joining the Test squad. He is a wonderful young talent who has great potential to become an all-rounder of substance over time. His batting alone has demanded his place in the squad," Hohns said.

The Australia selectors further named Sean Abbott and Michael Neser in the pace attack consisting the likes of Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and James Pattinson.&nbsp;

"Sean Abbott has also been outstanding at the start of the summer and comes in to his first Test squad as a very strong fast bowling option. Add that to his recent batting form over the last 12 months he presents a very complete package in the squad."

Australia A squad: Sean Abbott, Ashton Agar, Joe Burns, Jackson Bird, Alex Carey (wk), Harry Conway, Cameron Green, Marcus Harris, Travis Head, Moises Henriques, Nic Maddinson, Mitchell Marsh (subject to fitness), Michael Neser, Tim Paine, James Pattinson, Will Pucovski, Mark Steketee, Will Sutherland, Mitchell Swepson 
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Australia have announced a 17-member Test squad for the upcoming Test series against India, scheduled to start from December 17. Youngsters Will Pucovski and Cameron Green have been named in the Australian Test squad with the likes of Mitchell Swepson, Michael Neser among other players named in the squad.

Australia have announced a 17-member Test squad for the upcoming Test series against India, scheduled to start from December 17. Youngsters Will Pucovski and Cameron Green have been named in the Australian Test squad with the likes of Mitchell Swepson, Michael Neser among other players named in the squad. Tim Paine will lead the side with Pat Cummins as his sole deputy. Australia squad for Test series against India: Sean Abbott, Joe Burns, Pat Cummins, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Michael Neser, Tim Paine (c), James Pattinson, Will Pucovski, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Mitchell Swepson, Matthew Wade, David Warner "What we saw in the opening rounds of the Marsh Sheffield Shield were a number of players performing exceptionally well," National selector Trevor Hohns said Thursday. "Two of those many standout players were, of course, Cameron Green and Will Pucovski. Their undeniable form demanded selection and we are very pleased to have these young men in the squad for what will be a tremendous Test Series against an extremely formidable opponent. ALSO READ: AUS vs IND: Australia announce squad for India ODIs and T20s "As was the case with the white ball side we have reverted to a traditional leadership model of captain and vice-captain now we have a settled and in-form group of experienced players," Hohns further said. "Travis (Head) remains an important member of the senior leadership group and has been integral in the recent success of the side which is now ranked as the best Test team in the world. He has been a great support to Tim and is a very experienced leader." Pucovski has been hitting the headlines as he smashed 495 runs at an average of 247.5 in the opening phase of Sheffield Shield this year. Pucovski and Joe Burns have also been named in Australia A squad for the two practice matches against Australia - a move which could solidify who will become Warner’s opening partner. "Will's record-breaking start to the summer has been exceptional. His ability to show such patience is something which stands him in good stead for Test cricket and he is in rare company with two double centuries to start the summer. We very much look forward to Will developing further on the international stage," Hohns said. ALSO READ: Australia vs India: Full schedule, dates, venues and all you need to know "Cameron (Green) has already won selection in the white ball squad and continues that in joining the Test squad. He is a wonderful young talent who has great potential to become an all-rounder of substance over time. His batting alone has demanded his place in the squad," Hohns said. The Australia selectors further named Sean Abbott and Michael Neser in the pace attack consisting the likes of Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and James Pattinson. "Sean Abbott has also been outstanding at the start of the summer and comes in to his first Test squad as a very strong fast bowling option. Add that to his recent batting form over the last 12 months he presents a very complete package in the squad." Australia A squad: Sean Abbott, Ashton Agar, Joe Burns, Jackson Bird, Alex Carey (wk), Harry Conway, Cameron Green, Marcus Harris, Travis Head, Moises Henriques, Nic Maddinson, Mitchell Marsh (subject to fitness), Michael Neser, Tim Paine, James Pattinson, Will Pucovski, Mark Steketee, Will Sutherland, Mitchell Swepson

AUS vs IND: Australia announce strong 17-man squad for India Tests; Pucovski, Green get call-up

Virat Kohli has been granted a paternity leave by the BCCI and will return to India after playing the first test in Adelaide as his actor wife Anushka Sharma is due to give birth to their first child in early January.&nbsp;

Rohit Sharma has been added to the Test squad. The BCCI has decided to rest Rohit for the ODIs and T20Is in Australia so that he regains full fitness.&nbsp;

According to BCCI, this was decided at the selection committee meeting that was held on October 26.&nbsp;

Earlier, a Times of India report suggested that Rohit will be selected only if he clears the fitness test.&nbsp;

The report said that Team India physio Nitin Patel has to declare Sharma fit only to be considered for selection.&nbsp;

"Rohit won’t travel to Australia unless he clears a fitness Test conducted by Team India physio Nitin Patel. Unless Patel and the National Cricket Academy declare him fit, Rohit is not going to Australia," said a source in the BCCI.&nbsp;

"However, we’re keen to see that Rohit is fit in time for the Test series, considering that Virat has written to the Board that he may miss as many as three Tests due to personal reasons in January."

Virat Kohli has been granted a paternity leave by the BCCI and will return to India after playing the first test in Adelaide as his actor wife Anushka Sharma is due to give birth to their first child in early January.

Virat Kohli has been granted a paternity leave by the BCCI and will return to India after playing the first test in Adelaide as his actor wife Anushka Sharma is due to give birth to their first child in early January. Rohit Sharma has been added to the Test squad. The BCCI has decided to rest Rohit for the ODIs and T20Is in Australia so that he regains full fitness. According to BCCI, this was decided at the selection committee meeting that was held on October 26. Earlier, a Times of India report suggested that Rohit will be selected only if he clears the fitness test. The report said that Team India physio Nitin Patel has to declare Sharma fit only to be considered for selection. "Rohit won’t travel to Australia unless he clears a fitness Test conducted by Team India physio Nitin Patel. Unless Patel and the National Cricket Academy declare him fit, Rohit is not going to Australia," said a source in the BCCI. "However, we’re keen to see that Rohit is fit in time for the Test series, considering that Virat has written to the Board that he may miss as many as three Tests due to personal reasons in January."

India's tour of Australia: Virat Kohli granted paternity leave, Rohit joins Test squad

After the completion of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020, Indian cricket team will embark on a new journey to Australia with a full-fledged series awaiting Virat Kohli and Co Down Under. There are plenty of talks surrounding the quarantine protocols in Australia, whether the players will be allowed to train during the self-isolation phase, among other pointers.&nbsp;

According to a report, the Indian team will start practising for the series in Australia as soon as they test negative for COVID-19 after arriving on November 12. By all means, the Men in Blue should commence their training from November 13.&nbsp;

"The team reaches Australia on November 12 morning and after that, they will undergo corona tests and the moment they have negative reports, they are eligible to train so you can expect the boys to start training from November 13 onwards," sources privy to the development told ANI.

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The Indian team is also expected to play a couple of intra-squad matches in a bid to adapt to the pitches and conditions in Australia after spending more than two months in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 in the UAE.

Like the IPL and other international series, a bio-secure bubble will be created for both Indian and Australian teams. Families will be allowed to join the players in the bubble as well after a few players raised concerns about staying away from families for close to two months due to IPL.&nbsp;

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The Indian squad will prepare for the day-night Test against Australia in Adelaide in what will be the curtain-raiser for the four-match Test series.&nbsp;

To help the Indian batsmen in preparing for the series, the Men in Blue are taking four extra bowlers in – Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Kartik Tyagi, Ishan Porel and T Natarajan – to Australia.&nbsp;

India and Australia will play three ODIs, as many T20Is, and four Tests. The Test series will be a part of the World Test Championship.

After the completion of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020, Indian cricket team will embark on a new journey to Australia with a full-fledged series awaiting Virat Kohli and Co Down Under.

After the completion of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020, Indian cricket team will embark on a new journey to Australia with a full-fledged series awaiting Virat Kohli and Co Down Under. There are plenty of talks surrounding the quarantine protocols in Australia, whether the players will be allowed to train during the self-isolation phase, among other pointers. According to a report, the Indian team will start practising for the series in Australia as soon as they test negative for COVID-19 after arriving on November 12. By all means, the Men in Blue should commence their training from November 13. "The team reaches Australia on November 12 morning and after that, they will undergo corona tests and the moment they have negative reports, they are eligible to train so you can expect the boys to start training from November 13 onwards," sources privy to the development told ANI. ALSO READ: No place for Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma as Sanjay Manjrekar picks his IPL 2020 XI The Indian team is also expected to play a couple of intra-squad matches in a bid to adapt to the pitches and conditions in Australia after spending more than two months in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 in the UAE. Like the IPL and other international series, a bio-secure bubble will be created for both Indian and Australian teams. Families will be allowed to join the players in the bubble as well after a few players raised concerns about staying away from families for close to two months due to IPL. ALSO READ: 'THANK YOU!': LeBron James, Megan Rapinoe and others celebrate Joe Biden's win The Indian squad will prepare for the day-night Test against Australia in Adelaide in what will be the curtain-raiser for the four-match Test series. To help the Indian batsmen in preparing for the series, the Men in Blue are taking four extra bowlers in – Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Kartik Tyagi, Ishan Porel and T Natarajan – to Australia. India and Australia will play three ODIs, as many T20Is, and four Tests. The Test series will be a part of the World Test Championship.

AUS vs IND: Team India to start training in Sydney from November 10

Former Australian captain Steve Waugh has urged his team to not sledge or get into a war of words with Virat Kohli during upcoming India’s tour of Australia while stating that it might end up giving “extra motivation” not just to the Indian skipper but also to his teammates.

The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is set to kick-start on December 17 at the Adelaide Oval followed by Tests at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Sydney Cricket Ground and the Gabba. India’s tour of Australia will commence with three-match ODI series on November 27 followed by as many T20Is before the Test series.&nbsp;

<h2>Sledging is not going to worry Virat Kohli: Steve Waugh</h2>

"Sledging is not going to worry Virat Kohli, it doesn't work against the great players and you're better off leaving those guys alone," Waugh said in a video posted by 'ESPNcricinfo'.

"I think any extra motivation will make them dig in more and get more runs. So you're better off not saying much to him."

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Australian Test skipper Tim Paine and his teammates were involved in a heated war of world with Kohli during India’s last tour of Australia as the visitors ended up winning their first-ever Test series Down Under.

However, Australia were without the likes of Steve Smith and David Warner, who were serving a ban for their involvement in a ball-tampering row.&nbsp;

"He (Kohli) is a world-class player, he would wanna be the batsman of the series. Last time, he and Smith came up against each other in India, Smith really dominated with three hundreds and Kohli didn't get many. "That would be at the back of his mind that last time he was outscored by Steve Smith," Waugh said. "So, he will want to score a lot of runs and if he does, India will have a great chance of winning."

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"He has definitely matured, he was always excitable on the field, maybe a little not in control. But now he is totally in control and he has got the team playing in his mode...," the former batsman said.

"He wants India to prove themselves away from home to justify the number one ranking. He has taken them to a level that may be they didn't get to before," he signed off. 
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Former Australian captain Steve Waugh has urged his team to not sledge or get into a war of words with Virat Kohli during upcoming India’s tour of Australia while stating that it might end up giving “extra motivation” not just to the Indian skipper but also to his teammates.

Former Australian captain Steve Waugh has urged his team to not sledge or get into a war of words with Virat Kohli during upcoming India’s tour of Australia while stating that it might end up giving “extra motivation” not just to the Indian skipper but also to his teammates. The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is set to kick-start on December 17 at the Adelaide Oval followed by Tests at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Sydney Cricket Ground and the Gabba. India’s tour of Australia will commence with three-match ODI series on November 27 followed by as many T20Is before the Test series. Sledging is not going to worry Virat Kohli: Steve Waugh "Sledging is not going to worry Virat Kohli, it doesn't work against the great players and you're better off leaving those guys alone," Waugh said in a video posted by 'ESPNcricinfo'. "I think any extra motivation will make them dig in more and get more runs. So you're better off not saying much to him." ALSO READ: IPL 2020: Jasprit Bumrah is the 'best T20 fast bowler in the world', says Shane Bond Australian Test skipper Tim Paine and his teammates were involved in a heated war of world with Kohli during India’s last tour of Australia as the visitors ended up winning their first-ever Test series Down Under. However, Australia were without the likes of Steve Smith and David Warner, who were serving a ban for their involvement in a ball-tampering row. "He (Kohli) is a world-class player, he would wanna be the batsman of the series. Last time, he and Smith came up against each other in India, Smith really dominated with three hundreds and Kohli didn't get many. "That would be at the back of his mind that last time he was outscored by Steve Smith," Waugh said. "So, he will want to score a lot of runs and if he does, India will have a great chance of winning." ALSO READ: Rohit Sharma could've been selected for Australia tour: Virender Sehwag baffled over Hitman's injury case "He has definitely matured, he was always excitable on the field, maybe a little not in control. But now he is totally in control and he has got the team playing in his mode...," the former batsman said. "He wants India to prove themselves away from home to justify the number one ranking. He has taken them to a level that may be they didn't get to before," he signed off.

Steve Waugh urges Australian players to not sledge Virat Kohli during India's tour of Australia

Plenty of questions are being raised on Rohit Sharma’s absence from the Indian squad for the upcoming tour of Australia. While Rohit had injured his hamstring while playing for Mumbai Indians in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020, he has been seen hitting the nets for his franchise, raising further questions whether Rohit will be available for the Australia tour or not. Reacting to Rohit’s omission from the Indian squad for their tour of Australia, Indian head coach Ravi Shastri said that the call taken by the selection committee upon receiving updates from the medical team.

While Rohit has not been ruled out of IPL 2020 yet, he has missed last four matches for Mumbai Indians with Kieron Pollard taking up the captaincy duties in his absence.&nbsp;

Furthermore, Team India is set to leave for Australia soon after the completion of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020, whose final is scheduled on November 10. This will be India’s first international assignment since the restart after COVID-19-enforced break.

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"It's being handled by the people in charge of the medical part of it. We don't get involved in that. They have submitted a report to the selectors and they have gone about their business," said Shastri in an exclusive interaction with Times Now.

"I have no say neither I am a part of the selection committee. All I know is the medical report which says he could be in danger of injuring himself again," he added.

Interestingly, Mayank Agarwal has also been missing from Kings XI Punjab since October 20 but was named in all three squads for the Australia series.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, Pollard, after MI’s win over Delhi Capitals on Saturday, said that Rohit is recovering well while hoping he will be back with the squad soon.

"Rohit is getting better and hopefully he will be back soon," said Mumbai Indians' stand-in skipper Kieron Pollard after his side's win over Delhi Capitals on Saturday. 
&nbsp;

Plenty of questions are being raised on Rohit Sharma’s absence from the Indian squad for the upcoming tour of Australia. While Rohit had injured his hamstring while playing for Mumbai Indians in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020, he has been seen hitting the nets for his franchise, raising further questions whether Rohit will be available for the Australia tour or not.

Plenty of questions are being raised on Rohit Sharma’s absence from the Indian squad for the upcoming tour of Australia. While Rohit had injured his hamstring while playing for Mumbai Indians in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020, he has been seen hitting the nets for his franchise, raising further questions whether Rohit will be available for the Australia tour or not. Reacting to Rohit’s omission from the Indian squad for their tour of Australia, Indian head coach Ravi Shastri said that the call taken by the selection committee upon receiving updates from the medical team. While Rohit has not been ruled out of IPL 2020 yet, he has missed last four matches for Mumbai Indians with Kieron Pollard taking up the captaincy duties in his absence. Furthermore, Team India is set to leave for Australia soon after the completion of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020, whose final is scheduled on November 10. This will be India’s first international assignment since the restart after COVID-19-enforced break. ALSO READ: Australia vs India: Full schedule, dates, venues and all you need to know "It's being handled by the people in charge of the medical part of it. We don't get involved in that. They have submitted a report to the selectors and they have gone about their business," said Shastri in an exclusive interaction with Times Now. "I have no say neither I am a part of the selection committee. All I know is the medical report which says he could be in danger of injuring himself again," he added. Interestingly, Mayank Agarwal has also been missing from Kings XI Punjab since October 20 but was named in all three squads for the Australia series. ALSO READ: 'We’re excited': Kieron Pollard gives a major update on Rohit Sharma's injury Meanwhile, Pollard, after MI’s win over Delhi Capitals on Saturday, said that Rohit is recovering well while hoping he will be back with the squad soon. "Rohit is getting better and hopefully he will be back soon," said Mumbai Indians' stand-in skipper Kieron Pollard after his side's win over Delhi Capitals on Saturday.

'I have no say': Ravi Shastri reacts to Rohit Sharma's omission from Indian squad for Australia tour

Wives, girlfriends and kids would be able to accompany Indian cricketers on their tour of Australia with as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has verbally assured the players of the same. The BCCI was reluctant to allow families amid tough quarantine restrictions in Australia but reconsidered their position after requests from senior players.

Had the BCCI not managed to convince Cricket Australia to allow a touring group of as many as 60 members, some of the players would have been without their respective families for almost six months.

“A few Indian players had requested us to allow family because some of them didn’t bring their wives to UAE,” a BCCI official said. 
“We have informally informed players that they can take their families. Their families’ passport details have been taken,” a BCCI official told The Indian Express.&nbsp;

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The Indian cricket team is scheduled to depart to Australia by a charter flight from Dubai following the conclusion of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020. While the touring party will have to undergo 14 days quarantine period in Sydney, they will be allowed to train and use practice facilities after seven days.

is on players if they want their families to return to India after the ODI series or stay with them till the entire tour is over.&nbsp;

“The board has arranged a chartered flight for those players who will not be part of the Test squad. They will fly back to India after a one-day series. It’s up to players whether they want to send their families after one-dayers or after a Test series gets over,” official added.

India will lock horns with Australia in three T20Is as many ODIs and four Test matches against Australia from November 27.

Wives, girlfriends and kids would be able to accompany Indian cricketers on their tour of Australia with as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has verbally assured the players of the same.

Wives, girlfriends and kids would be able to accompany Indian cricketers on their tour of Australia with as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has verbally assured the players of the same. The BCCI was reluctant to allow families amid tough quarantine restrictions in Australia but reconsidered their position after requests from senior players. Had the BCCI not managed to convince Cricket Australia to allow a touring group of as many as 60 members, some of the players would have been without their respective families for almost six months. “A few Indian players had requested us to allow family because some of them didn’t bring their wives to UAE,” a BCCI official said. “We have informally informed players that they can take their families. Their families’ passport details have been taken,” a BCCI official told The Indian Express. ALSO READ: Australia vs India: Full schedule, dates, venues and all you need to know The Indian cricket team is scheduled to depart to Australia by a charter flight from Dubai following the conclusion of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020. While the touring party will have to undergo 14 days quarantine period in Sydney, they will be allowed to train and use practice facilities after seven days. is on players if they want their families to return to India after the ODI series or stay with them till the entire tour is over. “The board has arranged a chartered flight for those players who will not be part of the Test squad. They will fly back to India after a one-day series. It’s up to players whether they want to send their families after one-dayers or after a Test series gets over,” official added. India will lock horns with Australia in three T20Is as many ODIs and four Test matches against Australia from November 27.

Families of Indian players allowed for Australia tour, assures BCCI

India’s tour of Australia next month has received a green signal from the Australian government with Sydney and Canberra set to serve as the starting points of the full-fledged series between two top sides.

Cricket Australia and the New South Wales state government have agreed to a deal for the touring team and Australian players returning from the IPL as the players will undergo quarantine in Sydney while getting access to nearby training facilities in a bid to prepare for the gruelling tour.

Confirmation of quarantine protocols were handed after NSW government’s approval on Thursday but will need a final sign-off from the BCCI.&nbsp;

"Australia and India represents one of the great rivalries in world sport and we are delighted to welcome Virat Kohli's outstanding squad to Australian shores this summer," CA chief Nick Hockley said on October 28 (Wednesday).

"I cannot speak more highly of the professional, thorough and collaborative manner with which they (BCCI) have approached this tour in these extraordinary and complex times," he said.

<h2>India’s tour of Australia (ODI, T20I and Tests) – Schedule:&nbsp;</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Australia vs India 1st ODI: November 27 at Sydney Cricket Ground</li>
	<li>Australia vs India 2nd ODI: November 29 at Sydney Cricket Ground</li>
	<li>Australia vs India 3rd ODI: December 1 at Manuka Oval</li>
	<li>Australia vs India 1st T20I: December 4 at Manuka Oval</li>
	<li>Australia vs India 2nd T20I: December 6 at Sydney Cricket Ground</li>
	<li>Australia vs India 3rd T20I: December 8 at Sydney Cricket Ground</li>
	<li>Australia vs India 1st Test (Day and Night): December 17-21 at Adelaide Oval</li>
	<li>Australia vs India 2nd Test (Boxing Day): December 26-30 at Melbourne Cricket Ground/Adelaide Oval</li>
	<li>Australia vs India 3rd Test: January 7-11 at Sydney Cricket Ground</li>
	<li>Australia vs India 4th Test: January 15-19&nbsp;at Brisbane</li>
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<h2>Indian players want families with them in Australia</h2>

However, Cricket Australia is unlikely to allow families inside the bio-secure bubble and it has irked a few Indian players, some of those are without families during the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 in the UAE.

Even some of the players have informed the Indian board that it would be difficult for them to be inside another bio-bubble without their families.

Notably, talks are still underway between the BCCI and CA in a bid to allow families to be part of the bio-bubble. However, it is unlikely that the CA will give it a green signal.&nbsp; 
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India’s tour of Australia next month has received a green signal from the Australian government with Sydney and Canberra set to serve as the starting points of the full-fledged series between two top sides.

India’s tour of Australia next month has received a green signal from the Australian government with Sydney and Canberra set to serve as the starting points of the full-fledged series between two top sides. Cricket Australia and the New South Wales state government have agreed to a deal for the touring team and Australian players returning from the IPL as the players will undergo quarantine in Sydney while getting access to nearby training facilities in a bid to prepare for the gruelling tour. Confirmation of quarantine protocols were handed after NSW government’s approval on Thursday but will need a final sign-off from the BCCI. "Australia and India represents one of the great rivalries in world sport and we are delighted to welcome Virat Kohli's outstanding squad to Australian shores this summer," CA chief Nick Hockley said on October 28 (Wednesday). "I cannot speak more highly of the professional, thorough and collaborative manner with which they (BCCI) have approached this tour in these extraordinary and complex times," he said. India’s tour of Australia (ODI, T20I and Tests) – Schedule: Australia vs India 1st ODI: November 27 at Sydney Cricket Ground Australia vs India 2nd ODI: November 29 at Sydney Cricket Ground Australia vs India 3rd ODI: December 1 at Manuka Oval Australia vs India 1st T20I: December 4 at Manuka Oval Australia vs India 2nd T20I: December 6 at Sydney Cricket Ground Australia vs India 3rd T20I: December 8 at Sydney Cricket Ground Australia vs India 1st Test (Day and Night): December 17-21 at Adelaide Oval Australia vs India 2nd Test (Boxing Day): December 26-30 at Melbourne Cricket Ground/Adelaide Oval Australia vs India 3rd Test: January 7-11 at Sydney Cricket Ground Australia vs India 4th Test: January 15-19 at Brisbane Indian players want families with them in Australia However, Cricket Australia is unlikely to allow families inside the bio-secure bubble and it has irked a few Indian players, some of those are without families during the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 in the UAE. Even some of the players have informed the Indian board that it would be difficult for them to be inside another bio-bubble without their families. Notably, talks are still underway between the BCCI and CA in a bid to allow families to be part of the bio-bubble. However, it is unlikely that the CA will give it a green signal.

India's tour of Australia gets confirmation; check full schedule

Varun Chakravarthy, the mystery-spinner who has been making headlines for his bowling for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020, has been named in India’s T20I squad against Australia.

With just one First-Class match under his belt, Chakravarthy has been a success story for not only IPL but also for Tamil Nadu Premier League, where he first caught the eyes of scouts and some of the big-name Indian players playing in the tournament.

After being named in Team India’s squad for Australia tour, Chakravarthy said it feels ‘surreal’ to be named in the Indian time as he received praise from all corners of India.

"After the match got over I got to know (of my selection into the Indian team). I keep using the same word again and again, it feels surreal," he told BCCI.tv at the end of the match against Kings XI Punjab on Monday (October 26).

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Chakravarthy has been bowling some economical spells for KKR and has helped the franchise win some close games. However, his best performance came against Delhi Capitals where Chakravarthy ended up with 5 for 20 in his four-over quota.&nbsp;

Chakravarthy, after being selected in the Indian squad, thanked the selectors for keeping faith in him while adding his basic goal was to play for KKR regularly and contribute to their wins.

"My basic goal was to play in the team regularly and perform and contribute to their wins. Hopefully I'll be able to do the same for India. I am not very active on social media and I have to thank the selectors for keeping the faith in me. I don't really have words."

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Chakravarthy, who is an architect-turned-cricketer, shot to fame in TNPL a couple of years ago and bagged a whopping INR 8.4 crore in IPL to play for Kings XI Punjab. However, he was hammered for 25 runs by Sunil Narine and is now redeeming himself for KKR after being released by KXIP.

"I pretty much started my spin bowling in 2018, that's when I got my breakthrough in TNPL, it's been high and lows - last year, I didn't get many chances and I injured myself, I'm grateful for making a comeback this year. I have been working hard, but the motivation and faith have come from a lot of people around me," he said at the post-match presentation during his Man of the Match interview against the Capitals.

"Around 2015, when I was not making a lot of money (the switch from being an architect to becoming a cricketer), was freelancing and wasn't able to meet my needs, I thought I would do something different, that's when I turned to cricket. I still do it, I like that as well (being an architect)."

He is now excited to talk to his family and share the joyous news with them as he concluded by saying he wasn’t expecting the call-up.

"I'll talk to my parents, my fiance. I'll just talk to them, share the happiness with them. It is just good news for my family. I'm really short of words right now, India call up is big thing. I really wasn't expecting it."&nbsp; 
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Varun Chakravarthy, the mystery-spinner who has been making headlines for his bowling for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020, has been named in India’s T20I squad against Australia.

Varun Chakravarthy, the mystery-spinner who has been making headlines for his bowling for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020, has been named in India’s T20I squad against Australia. With just one First-Class match under his belt, Chakravarthy has been a success story for not only IPL but also for Tamil Nadu Premier League, where he first caught the eyes of scouts and some of the big-name Indian players playing in the tournament. After being named in Team India’s squad for Australia tour, Chakravarthy said it feels ‘surreal’ to be named in the Indian time as he received praise from all corners of India. "After the match got over I got to know (of my selection into the Indian team). I keep using the same word again and again, it feels surreal," he told BCCI.tv at the end of the match against Kings XI Punjab on Monday (October 26). ALSO READ: Where is Rohit Sharma? Why is transparency missing from BCCI? Chakravarthy has been bowling some economical spells for KKR and has helped the franchise win some close games. However, his best performance came against Delhi Capitals where Chakravarthy ended up with 5 for 20 in his four-over quota. Chakravarthy, after being selected in the Indian squad, thanked the selectors for keeping faith in him while adding his basic goal was to play for KKR regularly and contribute to their wins. "My basic goal was to play in the team regularly and perform and contribute to their wins. Hopefully I'll be able to do the same for India. I am not very active on social media and I have to thank the selectors for keeping the faith in me. I don't really have words." ALSO READ: BCCI announces India's squad for Tour of Australia; big names missing Chakravarthy, who is an architect-turned-cricketer, shot to fame in TNPL a couple of years ago and bagged a whopping INR 8.4 crore in IPL to play for Kings XI Punjab. However, he was hammered for 25 runs by Sunil Narine and is now redeeming himself for KKR after being released by KXIP. "I pretty much started my spin bowling in 2018, that's when I got my breakthrough in TNPL, it's been high and lows - last year, I didn't get many chances and I injured myself, I'm grateful for making a comeback this year. I have been working hard, but the motivation and faith have come from a lot of people around me," he said at the post-match presentation during his Man of the Match interview against the Capitals. "Around 2015, when I was not making a lot of money (the switch from being an architect to becoming a cricketer), was freelancing and wasn't able to meet my needs, I thought I would do something different, that's when I turned to cricket. I still do it, I like that as well (being an architect)." He is now excited to talk to his family and share the joyous news with them as he concluded by saying he wasn’t expecting the call-up. "I'll talk to my parents, my fiance. I'll just talk to them, share the happiness with them. It is just good news for my family. I'm really short of words right now, India call up is big thing. I really wasn't expecting it."

'Wasn't expecting it': Architect-turned-cricketer Varun Chakravarthy after being awarded India call-up

The All-India Senior Selection Committee on Monday announced the Team India’s squad for the upcoming Australia tour which consists of three T20Is, as many ODIs and four Tests. While some new names featured in three of the squads, a big name in Rohit Sharma was missing from the team sheet. As soon as the squads were announced for the Australia tour, fans and experts started to ask about Rohit Sharma’s fitness.

Rohit, who has blown hot and cold for Mumbai Indians in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 so far, had missed his franchise’s last couple of games where Kieron Pollard was seen leading the Mumbai outfit in Hitman’s absence. While it is understood that Rohit is still recovering from a hamstring strain, the Board of Control for Cricket in Indian (BCCI) in its press release stated: “The BCCI Medical Team will continue to monitor the progress of Rohit Sharma”.

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No proper fitness update has been provided by the Mumbai Indians camp either as fans and media continue to remain in the dark. Even there are many other points that should have been cleared up by the board and selection committee. Why was Suryakumar Yadav overlooked again? Still no place for Ravichandran Ashwin and Axar Patel in shorter formats? Why was Rishabh Pant dropped from the limited-overs squad?

Indian legend Gavaskar, during the Kings XI Punjab vs Kolkata Knight Riders match, called for a bit of transparency and openness as it will help everybody associated with Indian cricket, including the fans. Even Brett Lee, in Star Sports Dugout, assumed that Rohit is ruled out of IPL 2020. Well, that's what unclarity brings to the table.

“We are talking about the Test matches, which are a month and a halfway,” Gavaskar told Star Sports.

“And if he is practising in the nets for Mumbai Indians, then honestly I don’t know what kind of injury it is. I think a little bit of transparency, a little bit of openness about what actually is the problem with him will help everybody,” he added.

“The Indian cricket fan deserves to know, more than anything else. The franchisees, I understand. They don’t want to give their hand away. They don’t want to give the oppositions any psychological advantage. But we are talking about the Indian team here. Even Mayank Agarwal for example. For an Indian cricket fan, they ought to know what happens to two of their key players,” Gavaskar said.

Interestingly, moments later after the BCCI announced the squad for Australia tour, in which Rohit’s name was missing, Mumbai Indians took to social media platform Twitter to post a short clip of Rohit hitting the nets and smashing some delightful strokes as they captioned it: “45 seconds of RO 45 in full flow!” So will it be right to say it's an open war between MI and BCCI? That's what happens when there are so many unanswered questions.

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The video came as a surprise to many as BCCI had named KL Rahul as vice-captain of ODI and T20I squad as Rohit’s name went missing.

"If Rohit can play during the last week of IPL, that will be a good enough fitness test and then selectors can think of getting him back in the squad," a source close to the cricketer told PTI on conditions of anonymity.&nbsp;

"Rahul is being looked as India's first-choice white-ball keeper till the 2021 World T20 and beyond. Also he has impressed everyone with his leadership skills and that's why this elevation as vice-captain," the source said.&nbsp;

Even Rishabh Pant was dropped from the ODI and T20I squad but was named in the Test squad. Speculations are rife that the southpaw was dropped due to poor fitness but doesn’t Test cricket demand a lot more fitness than the shorter formats?

As Sunil Gavaskar said, a bit of transparency from the BCCI would help everybody. No press conference was held despite it being the first squad selection under chief selector Sunil Joshi and that too, for such a major tour.&nbsp;

<h2>India name squad for Australia tour: Questions that went unanswered</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Rohit Sharma missing from all three squads. What's his injury update?</li>
	<li>Hardik Pandya missing from Test squad. Will he bowl?</li>
	<li>KL Rahul - vice-captain in ODI and T20Is. Is it a permanent move for the time being?</li>
	<li>Rishabh Pant dropped from ODI and T20I squad. What is the exact reason?</li>
	<li>Varun Chakravarthy selected in the T20I squad. Were Ravichandran Ashwin and Axar Patel discussed?</li>
	<li>What does Suryakumar Yadav need to do to be in the squad? 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Whatever the case may be with Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant or other players who were not named like Suryakumar Yadav, fans of the sport deserve to know the answer to few questions.&nbsp; 
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The All-India Senior Selection Committee on Monday announced the Team India’s squad for the upcoming Australia tour which consists of three T20Is, as many ODIs and four Tests.

The All-India Senior Selection Committee on Monday announced the Team India’s squad for the upcoming Australia tour which consists of three T20Is, as many ODIs and four Tests. While some new names featured in three of the squads, a big name in Rohit Sharma was missing from the team sheet. As soon as the squads were announced for the Australia tour, fans and experts started to ask about Rohit Sharma’s fitness. Rohit, who has blown hot and cold for Mumbai Indians in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 so far, had missed his franchise’s last couple of games where Kieron Pollard was seen leading the Mumbai outfit in Hitman’s absence. While it is understood that Rohit is still recovering from a hamstring strain, the Board of Control for Cricket in Indian (BCCI) in its press release stated: “The BCCI Medical Team will continue to monitor the progress of Rohit Sharma”. ALSO READ: BCCI announces India's squad for Tour of Australia; big names missing The All-India Senior Selection Committee met via video-conference on Monday to select the Indian Cricket Team for upcoming Tour of Australia. #TeamIndia will take part in three T20Is, three ODIs & four Test matches against Australia. More - https://t.co/64DvpFAh3H #AUSvIND — BCCI (@BCCI) October 26, 2020 × No proper fitness update has been provided by the Mumbai Indians camp either as fans and media continue to remain in the dark. Even there are many other points that should have been cleared up by the board and selection committee. Why was Suryakumar Yadav overlooked again? Still no place for Ravichandran Ashwin and Axar Patel in shorter formats? Why was Rishabh Pant dropped from the limited-overs squad? Indian legend Gavaskar, during the Kings XI Punjab vs Kolkata Knight Riders match, called for a bit of transparency and openness as it will help everybody associated with Indian cricket, including the fans. Even Brett Lee, in Star Sports Dugout, assumed that Rohit is ruled out of IPL 2020. Well, that's what unclarity brings to the table. “We are talking about the Test matches, which are a month and a halfway,” Gavaskar told Star Sports. “And if he is practising in the nets for Mumbai Indians, then honestly I don’t know what kind of injury it is. I think a little bit of transparency, a little bit of openness about what actually is the problem with him will help everybody,” he added. “The Indian cricket fan deserves to know, more than anything else. The franchisees, I understand. They don’t want to give their hand away. They don’t want to give the oppositions any psychological advantage. But we are talking about the Indian team here. Even Mayank Agarwal for example. For an Indian cricket fan, they ought to know what happens to two of their key players,” Gavaskar said. Interestingly, moments later after the BCCI announced the squad for Australia tour, in which Rohit’s name was missing, Mumbai Indians took to social media platform Twitter to post a short clip of Rohit hitting the nets and smashing some delightful strokes as they captioned it: “45 seconds of RO 45 in full flow!” So will it be right to say it's an open war between MI and BCCI? That's what happens when there are so many unanswered questions. 4️⃣5️⃣ seconds of RO 4️⃣5️⃣ in full flow!🔥#OneFamily #MumbaiIndians #MI #Dream11IPL @ImRo45 pic.twitter.com/65ajVQcEKc — Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) October 26, 2020 × The video came as a surprise to many as BCCI had named KL Rahul as vice-captain of ODI and T20I squad as Rohit’s name went missing. "If Rohit can play during the last week of IPL, that will be a good enough fitness test and then selectors can think of getting him back in the squad," a source close to the cricketer told PTI on conditions of anonymity. "Rahul is being looked as India's first-choice white-ball keeper till the 2021 World T20 and beyond. Also he has impressed everyone with his leadership skills and that's why this elevation as vice-captain," the source said. Even Rishabh Pant was dropped from the ODI and T20I squad but was named in the Test squad. Speculations are rife that the southpaw was dropped due to poor fitness but doesn’t Test cricket demand a lot more fitness than the shorter formats? As Sunil Gavaskar said, a bit of transparency from the BCCI would help everybody. No press conference was held despite it being the first squad selection under chief selector Sunil Joshi and that too, for such a major tour. India name squad for Australia tour: Questions that went unanswered Rohit Sharma missing from all three squads. What's his injury update? Hardik Pandya missing from Test squad. Will he bowl? KL Rahul - vice-captain in ODI and T20Is. Is it a permanent move for the time being? Rishabh Pant dropped from ODI and T20I squad. What is the exact reason? Varun Chakravarthy selected in the T20I squad. Were Ravichandran Ashwin and Axar Patel discussed? What does Suryakumar Yadav need to do to be in the squad? Whatever the case may be with Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant or other players who were not named like Suryakumar Yadav, fans of the sport deserve to know the answer to few questions.

Where is Rohit Sharma? Why is transparency missing from BCCI?

The request for shorter quarantine period for Team India players in Brisbane by the BCCI president Sourav Ganguly is likely to be rejected forcing the Indian players and staff undergo the mandated quarantine phase ahead of their tour of Australia, as per a report.&nbsp;

In the earlier bilateral series hosted by England, visiting players from the West Indies and Pakistan underwent a two-week quarantine period before being allowed to take the field.&nbsp;

"Queensland health officials are set to make cricket''s most powerful nation adhere to strict national protocols, details of which have delayed Cricket Australia announcing a revised schedule for its USD 300 million summer," the daily wrote in its report.

The BCCI is looking for a reduced quarantine phase and the Indian board wants the players to be allowed to train in a bio-secure bubble rather than being forced inside their hotel rooms as the Indian board thinks it will hamper the fitness of its players.&nbsp;

"We just hope the number of quarantine days get reduced a bit. Because we don''t want the players to go all that far and sit in hotel rooms for two weeks. It is very, very depressing and disappointing. We are looking at that, the quarantine thing," Ganguly had said in July.

The report stated that the BCCI has filed an application while requesting that an extended squad along with staff, coaches and families land in Brisbane after the completion of the ongoing Indian Premier League.&nbsp;

"Queensland Health is currently assessing an application received from the Indian cricket team. We will work directly with the team as the assessment progresses," a QH spokeswoman said.

India are set to travel to Australia with a squad of 23 to 25 playing members across formats. As per reports, white-ball series will be played before the Test series followed by T20I series.

The four-match Test series is slated to start on December 17.

The request for shorter quarantine period for Team India players in Brisbane by the BCCI president Sourav Ganguly is likely to be rejected forcing the Indian players and staff undergo the mandated quarantine phase ahead of their tour of Australia, as per a report.

The request for shorter quarantine period for Team India players in Brisbane by the BCCI president Sourav Ganguly is likely to be rejected forcing the Indian players and staff undergo the mandated quarantine phase ahead of their tour of Australia, as per a report. In the earlier bilateral series hosted by England, visiting players from the West Indies and Pakistan underwent a two-week quarantine period before being allowed to take the field. "Queensland health officials are set to make cricket''s most powerful nation adhere to strict national protocols, details of which have delayed Cricket Australia announcing a revised schedule for its USD 300 million summer," the daily wrote in its report. The BCCI is looking for a reduced quarantine phase and the Indian board wants the players to be allowed to train in a bio-secure bubble rather than being forced inside their hotel rooms as the Indian board thinks it will hamper the fitness of its players. "We just hope the number of quarantine days get reduced a bit. Because we don''t want the players to go all that far and sit in hotel rooms for two weeks. It is very, very depressing and disappointing. We are looking at that, the quarantine thing," Ganguly had said in July. The report stated that the BCCI has filed an application while requesting that an extended squad along with staff, coaches and families land in Brisbane after the completion of the ongoing Indian Premier League. "Queensland Health is currently assessing an application received from the Indian cricket team. We will work directly with the team as the assessment progresses," a QH spokeswoman said. India are set to travel to Australia with a squad of 23 to 25 playing members across formats. As per reports, white-ball series will be played before the Test series followed by T20I series. The four-match Test series is slated to start on December 17.

India's request for shorter quarantine period in Australia likely to be rejected

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