<p>Australia captain Tim Paine was a relieved man as Australia registered a <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-australia-thrash-india-to-win-perth-test-by-146-runs-184935">146-run victory over India</a> in the second Test match of a four-match series in Perth.</p>

<p>It is Australia's first&nbsp;win since the ball-tampering&nbsp;scandal, which included former captain Steve Smith, David Warner&nbsp;and&nbsp;Cameron Bancroft.</p>

<p>The Paine-led team marked a&nbsp;drought-breaking success,&nbsp;their&nbsp;first in seven Tests spanning almost 10 months.</p>

<p>It was Paine's first Test win in five matches since taking over from the suspended Steve Smith in South Africa, and also the first victory for new coach Justin Langer, coming in his hometown.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-we-thought-four-quicks-would-be-enough-says-virat-kohli-after-losing-perth-test-184960">'We thought four quicks would be enough,' says Virat Kohli after losing Perth Test</a></strong></p>

<p>In the post-match presentation, Paine said, "It's a big relief because the first Test win has taken a while."</p>

<p>India, chasing&nbsp;287 to win, the visitors resumed at 115 for five on the final day but lost their remaining wickets for just 21 runs in the morning session.</p>

<p>India&nbsp;were&nbsp;dismissed for 140, with spinner Nathan Lyon claiming 3-39 to finish with eight wickets for the match.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Paine, who was involved in a verbal spat with Indian counterpart Virat Kohli on the third and fourth days, said the overwhelming emotion was relief at finally being able to put a dark period in Australian cricket behind them.</p>

<p>Paine hailed his team for their performance, "We won the toss and decided to bat. We had our fingers crossed and hoped we play pretty well."</p>

<p>"It's been hard work - the first two Tests of this series have been really tough."</p>

<p>"We've got some inexperienced players in terms of Test matches played, to get a win like that against the best Test team in the world is going to give them a huge boost of confidence."</p>

<p>He especially mentioned the openers, "Marcus Harris and Aaron Finch getting us to none for 100 was brilliant batting and probably the difference between the two sides."</p>

<p>Paine also praised Nathan Lyon's performance, "It's great to have Lyon in our team. Every team would want to have him in their team. You can throw him the ball in any condition, at any end, any time against any team and he loves bowling to the best players in the world."</p>

<p>"It's a huge honour to captain the Australian side."</p>

<p>"Now to do it at the MCG for the Boxing Day Test is a special feeling. We all can't wait to get to Melbourne," concluded.</p>


Australia captain Tim Paine was a relieved man as Australia registered a 146-run victory over India in the second Test match of a four-match series in Perth. It is Australia's first win since the ball-tampering scandal, which included former captain Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft.

Australia captain Tim Paine was a relieved man as Australia registered a 146-run victory over India in the second Test match of a four-match series in Perth. It is Australia's first win since the ball-tampering scandal, which included former captain Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft. The Paine-led team marked a drought-breaking success, their first in seven Tests spanning almost 10 months. It was Paine's first Test win in five matches since taking over from the suspended Steve Smith in South Africa, and also the first victory for new coach Justin Langer, coming in his hometown. Also Read: 'We thought four quicks would be enough,' says Virat Kohli after losing Perth Test In the post-match presentation, Paine said, "It's a big relief because the first Test win has taken a while." India, chasing 287 to win, the visitors resumed at 115 for five on the final day but lost their remaining wickets for just 21 runs in the morning session. India were dismissed for 140, with spinner Nathan Lyon claiming 3-39 to finish with eight wickets for the match. Paine, who was involved in a verbal spat with Indian counterpart Virat Kohli on the third and fourth days, said the overwhelming emotion was relief at finally being able to put a dark period in Australian cricket behind them. Paine hailed his team for their performance, "We won the toss and decided to bat. We had our fingers crossed and hoped we play pretty well." "It's been hard work - the first two Tests of this series have been really tough." "We've got some inexperienced players in terms of Test matches played, to get a win like that against the best Test team in the world is going to give them a huge boost of confidence." He especially mentioned the openers, "Marcus Harris and Aaron Finch getting us to none for 100 was brilliant batting and probably the difference between the two sides." Paine also praised Nathan Lyon's performance, "It's great to have Lyon in our team. Every team would want to have him in their team. You can throw him the ball in any condition, at any end, any time against any team and he loves bowling to the best players in the world." "It's a huge honour to captain the Australian side." "Now to do it at the MCG for the Boxing Day Test is a special feeling. We all can't wait to get to Melbourne," concluded.

'It's a big relief,' says Tim Paine as Australia win for first time since ball-tampering scandal

<p>Warring captains Virat Kohli and Tim Paine on Monday resumed their verbal duel, forcing on-field umpire Chris Gaffaney to warn both the players on the fourth morning of the second Test between India and Australia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During the 71st over bowled by Jasprit Bumrah, the respective captains were seen exchanging words after Kohli decided to field close to the non-striker and Gaffaney had to step in.</p>

<p>"You're the one that lost it yesterday. Why are you trying to be cool today" Paine told Kohli.</p>

<p>"That's enough, that's enough," Gaffaney interrupted.</p>

<p>"Come on, play the game. You guys are the captains. Tim, you're the captain."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Paine replied: "We're just having a conversation. There's no swearing ... Keep your cool Virat."</p>

<p><strong>Also Watch: <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-stump-mic-reveals-on-pitch-chats-between-virat-kohli-and-tim-paine-in-perth-test-184628">Stump mic reveals ugly on-pitch chats between Kohli and Paine in Perth Test</a></strong></p>

<p>Kohli said something which couldn't be picked up by the microphones.</p>

<p>A couple of balls later, the warring duo almost came close to chest bumping when the India skipper walked in front of Paine while he was completing a run.</p>

<p>Kohli later appeared to plead his case to square-leg umpire Kumar Dharmasena as Paine and Usman Khawaja continued to extend Australia's second-innings lead.</p>

<p>"I reckon it's a sign Kohli is starting to lose it," former Test bowler Damien Fleming said on SEN radio.</p>

<p>India commentator Sanjay Manjrekar wasn't too pleased with Kohli's behaviour but former Australian skippers Ricky Ponting and Michael Clarke said they had no issue with the verbal exchange between the two captains and that no line has been crossed so far.</p>


Warring captains Virat Kohli and Tim Paine on Monday resumed their verbal duel, forcing on-field umpire Chris Gaffaney to warn both the players on the fourth morning of the second Test between India and Australia.

Warring captains Virat Kohli and Tim Paine on Monday resumed their verbal duel, forcing on-field umpire Chris Gaffaney to warn both the players on the fourth morning of the second Test between India and Australia. During the 71st over bowled by Jasprit Bumrah, the respective captains were seen exchanging words after Kohli decided to field close to the non-striker and Gaffaney had to step in. "You're the one that lost it yesterday. Why are you trying to be cool today" Paine told Kohli. "That's enough, that's enough," Gaffaney interrupted. "Come on, play the game. You guys are the captains. Tim, you're the captain." Paine replied: "We're just having a conversation. There's no swearing ... Keep your cool Virat." Also Watch: Stump mic reveals ugly on-pitch chats between Kohli and Paine in Perth Test Kohli said something which couldn't be picked up by the microphones. A couple of balls later, the warring duo almost came close to chest bumping when the India skipper walked in front of Paine while he was completing a run. Kohli later appeared to plead his case to square-leg umpire Kumar Dharmasena as Paine and Usman Khawaja continued to extend Australia's second-innings lead. "I reckon it's a sign Kohli is starting to lose it," former Test bowler Damien Fleming said on SEN radio. India commentator Sanjay Manjrekar wasn't too pleased with Kohli's behaviour but former Australian skippers Ricky Ponting and Michael Clarke said they had no issue with the verbal exchange between the two captains and that no line has been crossed so far.

India vs Australia: Umpire issues warning to Kohli, Paine as their on-pitch chat continued on Day 4

<p>Former Australian cricketer Mike Hussey has said that Indian skipper <a href="http://www.wionews.com/search?q=virat+kohli">Virat Kohli</a> is out of control and that he does not like his attitude.</p>

<p>"Kohli is out of control... I don't like his attitude at the moment," Hussey was quoted as saying by Macquarie Sports Radio.</p>

<p>Virat's behaviour has been questioned of late&nbsp;after he was <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-stump-mic-reveals-on-pitch-chats-between-virat-kohli-and-tim-paine-in-perth-test-184628">heard exchanging words</a> with Australian skipper Tim Paine on day&nbsp;three of the Perth Test. The stump mic revealed an ugly war of words between the two captains.</p>

<p>The match got spiced up on the third day when Virat Kohli completed his 25th Test hundred got India to 283 runs but caught at second slip after a controversial catch by Peter Handscomb.</p>

<p>Virat looked unhappy with the decision and tensions flared-up when Australia started batting in their second innings.</p>

<p>Kohli was his usual animated self but his on-field antics did not go down well with former Australian players Mike Hussey and Allan Border.</p>

<p>"Kohli is out of control ... I don't like his attitude at the moment," Hussey was quoted as saying by Macquarie Sports Radio, while former captain&nbsp;</p>

<p>Border told Fox Cricket: "I don't think I've ever seen any captain carry on like that."</p>

<p>Virat Kohli and Tim Paine on Monday resumed their verbal duel, forcing on-field umpire Chris Gaffaney to warn both the players on the fourth morning of the second Test between India and Australia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During the 71st over bowled by Jasprit Bumrah, the respective captains were seen exchanging words after Kohli decided to field close to the non-striker and Gaffaney had to step in.</p>

<p>Indian commentator Sanjay Manjrekar wasn't too pleased with Kohli's behaviour but former Australian skippers Ricky Ponting and Michael Clarke said they had no issue with the verbal exchange between the two captains and that no line has been crossed so far.&nbsp;</p>


Former Australian cricketer Mike Hussey has said that Indian skipper Virat Kohli is out of control and that he does not like his attitude. "Kohli is out of control.

Former Australian cricketer Mike Hussey has said that Indian skipper Virat Kohli is out of control and that he does not like his attitude. "Kohli is out of control... I don't like his attitude at the moment," Hussey was quoted as saying by Macquarie Sports Radio. Virat's behaviour has been questioned of late after he was heard exchanging words with Australian skipper Tim Paine on day three of the Perth Test. The stump mic revealed an ugly war of words between the two captains. The match got spiced up on the third day when Virat Kohli completed his 25th Test hundred got India to 283 runs but caught at second slip after a controversial catch by Peter Handscomb. Virat looked unhappy with the decision and tensions flared-up when Australia started batting in their second innings. Kohli was his usual animated self but his on-field antics did not go down well with former Australian players Mike Hussey and Allan Border. "Kohli is out of control ... I don't like his attitude at the moment," Hussey was quoted as saying by Macquarie Sports Radio, while former captain Border told Fox Cricket: "I don't think I've ever seen any captain carry on like that." Virat Kohli and Tim Paine on Monday resumed their verbal duel, forcing on-field umpire Chris Gaffaney to warn both the players on the fourth morning of the second Test between India and Australia. During the 71st over bowled by Jasprit Bumrah, the respective captains were seen exchanging words after Kohli decided to field close to the non-striker and Gaffaney had to step in. Indian commentator Sanjay Manjrekar wasn't too pleased with Kohli's behaviour but former Australian skippers Ricky Ponting and Michael Clarke said they had no issue with the verbal exchange between the two captains and that no line has been crossed so far.

'Kohli is out of control... I don't like his attitude,' says former Australian cricketer Mike Hussey

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<p>Sachin Tendulkar has the best batting record in the world, <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-stump-mic-reveals-on-pitch-chats-between-virat-kohli-and-tim-paine-in-perth-test-184628">the Mumbai maestro is no doubt</a> a legend. However, history shows the best batsman in the team almost always makes the worst captain.</p>

<p>Tendulkar's record as captain in 1997 was generally regarded as a blot on his career. The Mumbai legend won just 4 Tests and lost 9 during his captaincy, a dismal 16 per cent win-loss record. In ODIs, Sachin was no better winning just 31 per cent of the matches for India.</p>

<p>India at the time was in transition between the near-end of the Azhar era(which dragged on till the 1999 World Cup because there were no captaincy claimants) and the yet-to-begin Saurav, Dravid era.</p>

<p>Sachin at the time did not look the part and after Saurav came into the scene quickly faded as a possible captaincy candidate.</p>

<p>India is witnessing somewhat the same era like the 1990s, Virat Kohli is India's best batsman, he is no doubt ahead of Sachin on current form and statistics prove it, however, his captaincy skills are still debatable.</p>

<p>The decision to go in with four fast bowlers at the WACA when the highest wicket-taker in the first innings at Perth was Nathan Lyon, ignoring Jadeja even as it was common knowledge that rough areas would develop on the pitch, clearly the innovation of Saurav and Dhoni are missing in the current captain.</p>

<p>No one should blame Kohli, after all, he leads from the front and has been India's principal run-getter, in fact, statistics show his run-gathering ability has improved since he became captain of Team India.</p>

<p>However, critics and cricket commentators have a problem with his decision-making skills. The tactical awareness and ability to make quick "instinctive" changes have been missing in Kohli.</p>

<p>Kohli has been unable to solve India's "opening riddle", the team's permanent Achilles heel.</p>

<p>Murli Vijay has consistently let the team down away from home and KL Rahul has proved he does not have "Test ability" at the highest level. Kohli should look at the facts and move on.</p>

<p>Remember how Sourav upgraded Sehwag from No-6 in ODIs straight into the opening slot in Tests which at the time was considered a masterstroke.</p>

<p>Kohli is yet to come up with a selection masterstroke - the hallmark of a great captain.</p>

<p>Cricket matches, like life, are dependent on seizing the initiative, Kohli the batsman is a master at it, however, he still hasn't captured the imagination in as far as his captaincy is concerned.</p>

<p>Mike Brealey recently said although Kohli was brilliant as a captain but seemed "detached" and "uninvolved" during the Oval Test in the recently concluded India-England series when Team India was under the gun. It is a dangerous precedent, especially for India which has one of the worst records in world cricket while playing abroad.</p>

<p>Cricket is also the art of theatre, sometimes it is a platform to "out-sledge" an opponent or team, and for a captain "charisma" counts but India can ill-afford its best batsman to be concentrating on small qualities and not look at the big picture.</p>

<p>Remember, World Cup final is less than six months away and the world will remember Kohli not as a batsman if India fails but as a captain. A real petty!</p>

<p><em>(Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author and do not reflect the views of ZMCL)</em></p>


Charisma seems to me a limited asset to a captain... (C)harisma does not imply steadiness, patience, concentration, or considerateness, all invaluable in a captain: Mike Brealey on the "Art of Captaincy" × Sachin Tendulkar has the best batting record in the world, the Mumbai maestro is no doubt a legend.

Charisma seems to me a limited asset to a captain... (C)harisma does not imply steadiness, patience, concentration, or considerateness, all invaluable in a captain: Mike Brealey on the "Art of Captaincy" × Sachin Tendulkar has the best batting record in the world, the Mumbai maestro is no doubt a legend. However, history shows the best batsman in the team almost always makes the worst captain. Tendulkar's record as captain in 1997 was generally regarded as a blot on his career. The Mumbai legend won just 4 Tests and lost 9 during his captaincy, a dismal 16 per cent win-loss record. In ODIs, Sachin was no better winning just 31 per cent of the matches for India. India at the time was in transition between the near-end of the Azhar era(which dragged on till the 1999 World Cup because there were no captaincy claimants) and the yet-to-begin Saurav, Dravid era. Sachin at the time did not look the part and after Saurav came into the scene quickly faded as a possible captaincy candidate. India is witnessing somewhat the same era like the 1990s, Virat Kohli is India's best batsman, he is no doubt ahead of Sachin on current form and statistics prove it, however, his captaincy skills are still debatable. The decision to go in with four fast bowlers at the WACA when the highest wicket-taker in the first innings at Perth was Nathan Lyon, ignoring Jadeja even as it was common knowledge that rough areas would develop on the pitch, clearly the innovation of Saurav and Dhoni are missing in the current captain. No one should blame Kohli, after all, he leads from the front and has been India's principal run-getter, in fact, statistics show his run-gathering ability has improved since he became captain of Team India. However, critics and cricket commentators have a problem with his decision-making skills. The tactical awareness and ability to make quick "instinctive" changes have been missing in Kohli. Kohli has been unable to solve India's "opening riddle", the team's permanent Achilles heel. Murli Vijay has consistently let the team down away from home and KL Rahul has proved he does not have "Test ability" at the highest level. Kohli should look at the facts and move on. Remember how Sourav upgraded Sehwag from No-6 in ODIs straight into the opening slot in Tests which at the time was considered a masterstroke. Kohli is yet to come up with a selection masterstroke - the hallmark of a great captain. Cricket matches, like life, are dependent on seizing the initiative, Kohli the batsman is a master at it, however, he still hasn't captured the imagination in as far as his captaincy is concerned. Mike Brealey recently said although Kohli was brilliant as a captain but seemed "detached" and "uninvolved" during the Oval Test in the recently concluded India-England series when Team India was under the gun. It is a dangerous precedent, especially for India which has one of the worst records in world cricket while playing abroad. Cricket is also the art of theatre, sometimes it is a platform to "out-sledge" an opponent or team, and for a captain "charisma" counts but India can ill-afford its best batsman to be concentrating on small qualities and not look at the big picture. Remember, World Cup final is less than six months away and the world will remember Kohli not as a batsman if India fails but as a captain. A real petty! (Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author and do not reflect the views of ZMCL)

How 'Sachin syndrome' traumatises captain Virat Kohli

<p>The stump&nbsp;mic has revealed the ugly war of words between Indian captain Virat Kohli and Australian skipper Tim Paine on the third day of Perth Test on Sunday.</p>

<p>The match got spiced up on the third day when Virat Kohli completed his&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-virat-kohli-slams-25th-test-century-in-perth-test-184408">25th Test</a> hundred got India to 283 runs but&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-out-or-not-out-debate-over-virat-kohlis-wicket-is-on-184445">caught at second slip</a>&nbsp;after a controversial catch by Peter Handscomb.</p>

<p>Virat looked unhappy with the decision and tensions flared-up when Australia started batting in their second innings.</p>

<p>Both the captains,&nbsp;Virat Kohli and Tim Paine, kept exchanging words, which carried on until stumps.</p>

<p>The hosts finished 175 runs ahead on day three.</p>

<p>Virat was heard yelling at Paine,&nbsp;"If he messes it up, it's 2-0."</p>

<p>The chats were picked up by the microphone after he and his teammates made a loud caught-behind appeal for Paine in the final over of the day.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Australian captain did not hold himself back and replied: "You've got to bat first, **** head".&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The hosts star-spinner Nathan Lyon, however, played down the incident.</p>

<p>"I think Tim just asked him where he was going for dinner that's all. I've played enough cricket against Virat to know what he's like, and I'm not worried about what he's doing or what India's doing," said Lyon.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Virat is a great player, he plays on emotion, we all know that, and to be honest I'm not too concerned how Virat reacts or the way he conducts himself. I'm just worried about what we can control in the Australian dressing room and I thought as bowlers we came out today and performed pretty well," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Lyon said: "The wicket seems like it's starting to play a few more little tricks. We were expecting the cracks to play a little bit more, but with that rain yesterday it probably softened our ball up quite a fair bit. I know as bowlers the ball in cricket terms felt like it had no air left in it, so it lost a little bit of zip off the wicket.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"But we were pretty happy with the way we bowled and we know that come the second dig we can bowl much better than that. So we can take a few lessons off that first innings," he added.&nbsp;</p>


The stump mic has revealed the ugly war of words between Indian captain Virat Kohli and Australian skipper Tim Paine on the third day of Perth Test on Sunday. The match got spiced up on the third day when Virat Kohli completed his 25th Test hundred got India to 283 runs but caught at second slip after a controversial catch by Peter Handscomb.

The stump mic has revealed the ugly war of words between Indian captain Virat Kohli and Australian skipper Tim Paine on the third day of Perth Test on Sunday. The match got spiced up on the third day when Virat Kohli completed his 25th Test hundred got India to 283 runs but caught at second slip after a controversial catch by Peter Handscomb. Virat looked unhappy with the decision and tensions flared-up when Australia started batting in their second innings. Both the captains, Virat Kohli and Tim Paine, kept exchanging words, which carried on until stumps. The hosts finished 175 runs ahead on day three. Virat was heard yelling at Paine, "If he messes it up, it's 2-0." The chats were picked up by the microphone after he and his teammates made a loud caught-behind appeal for Paine in the final over of the day. The Australian captain did not hold himself back and replied: "You've got to bat first, **** head". Watch the video: KOHLI : If u mess it up it's 2-0 PAINE : You Got to Bat First D***Head Verbals from Skippers😂😂#AUSvIND #AUSvsIND pic.twitter.com/Bjtx6VTT2B — karthick shivaraman (@ISkarthi) December 16, 2018 × The hosts star-spinner Nathan Lyon, however, played down the incident. "I think Tim just asked him where he was going for dinner that's all. I've played enough cricket against Virat to know what he's like, and I'm not worried about what he's doing or what India's doing," said Lyon. "Virat is a great player, he plays on emotion, we all know that, and to be honest I'm not too concerned how Virat reacts or the way he conducts himself. I'm just worried about what we can control in the Australian dressing room and I thought as bowlers we came out today and performed pretty well," he said. Lyon said: "The wicket seems like it's starting to play a few more little tricks. We were expecting the cracks to play a little bit more, but with that rain yesterday it probably softened our ball up quite a fair bit. I know as bowlers the ball in cricket terms felt like it had no air left in it, so it lost a little bit of zip off the wicket. "But we were pretty happy with the way we bowled and we know that come the second dig we can bowl much better than that. So we can take a few lessons off that first innings," he added.

Watch: Stump mic reveals ugly on-pitch chats between Kohli and Paine in Perth Test

<p>After former Australian cricketer Mike Hussey criticised Virat Kohli for his attitude on ground, Bollywood actor Naseeruddin Shah on Monday called the Indian skipper 'world's worst behaved player'.<br />
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Kohli, who is currently Down Under for the ongoing Test series, has been in the news lately for his war of words with his Australian counterpart Tim Paine.</p>

<p>Taking to Facebook, the 'Ishqiya' actor wrote: "Virat K is not only the world's best batsman but also the world's worst behaved player. His cricketing brilliance pales beside his arrogance and bad manners.. And I have no intention of leaving the country by the way."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Shah's post received mixed response with some fans defending the cricketer, saying that the aggression was required to beat Australians, while some agreed with the actor.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Earlier in the day, Kohli and Paine came close to chest bumping when the Indian captain walked in front of Paine while he was close to completing a run.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The skippers’ verbal duel had forced on-field umpire Chris Gaffaney to warn both the players during the fourth day of the second Test.&nbsp;</p>


After former Australian cricketer Mike Hussey criticised Virat Kohli for his attitude on ground, Bollywood actor Naseeruddin Shah on Monday called the Indian skipper 'world's worst behaved player'.

After former Australian cricketer Mike Hussey criticised Virat Kohli for his attitude on ground, Bollywood actor Naseeruddin Shah on Monday called the Indian skipper 'world's worst behaved player'. Kohli, who is currently Down Under for the ongoing Test series, has been in the news lately for his war of words with his Australian counterpart Tim Paine. Taking to Facebook, the 'Ishqiya' actor wrote: "Virat K is not only the world's best batsman but also the world's worst behaved player. His cricketing brilliance pales beside his arrogance and bad manners.. And I have no intention of leaving the country by the way." × Shah's post received mixed response with some fans defending the cricketer, saying that the aggression was required to beat Australians, while some agreed with the actor. × × × Earlier in the day, Kohli and Paine came close to chest bumping when the Indian captain walked in front of Paine while he was close to completing a run. The skippers’ verbal duel had forced on-field umpire Chris Gaffaney to warn both the players during the fourth day of the second Test.

Naseeruddin Shah calls Virat Kohli 'world's worst behaved player', Twitter gets upset

<p>The onfield verbal duel between rival captains Virat Kohli and Tim Paine has been one of the talking points of the second Test here but Australia pacer Josh Hazlewood Monday played it down, saying it was done in good spirits.</p>

<p>During the 71st over of the Australia innings bowled by Jasprit Bumrah, the respective captains were seen exchanging words after Kohli decided to field close to the non-striker and on-field umpire Chris Gaffaney warned both the players.</p>

<p>But, Hazlewood cautioned against reading too much in the exchange of words between Kohli and Paine.</p>

<p>"I think it was all good fun, it's quite competitive out there as you know and there's going to be words from time to time but it was all in good spirits," Hazlewood said.</p>

<p>"I don't think we read too much into it, we go about our work as we see fit and the Indians can do what they like. We control what we control and our behaviour is what we control. We'll worry about that and let everything else take care of itself."</p>

<p>It worked out well for Australia in the end as Kohli was dismissed for 17 in the second innings as India crashed to 55-4 in their chase. But, Hazlewood said Australia were not targeting a single batsman.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"No definitely not. I probably see (Cheteshwar) Pujara as the big wicket as far as when I'm bowling, the glue that holds them together I think. He's batted the most balls this series and scored nearly the most runs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I see Pujara as a big wicket and Ajinkya Rahane as well. So the nos. 3, 4, 5 as the key wickets and we see it a bit unstable in the other parts of the order. Certainly not all the focus is on Virat Kohli," he said.</p>

<p>Australia were on course for a series-levelling win after reducing India to 112-5 at stumps on day four, but Hazlewood said there were still some work to do for them for another home victory.</p>

<p>"I didn't go to the UAE, so it feels a bit of a long time between wins, but there's still a lot of work to do tomorrow. Anytime I'm playing in Australia we feel pretty confident, especially the bowlers feel very confident in getting 20 wickets and a result," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Last year, we got there four times out of five, so we are feeling pretty confident. It's just putting that into practice more often than not this summer," he added.</p>

<p>Usman Khawaja anchored the Australia innings by scoring 72 and adding 72 runs with Paine for the sixth wicket as Australia scored 243 runs in their second innings, despite Mohammed Shami taking 6/56.</p>

<p>"With Steve (Smith) and Dave (Warner) not here, a bit more pressure falls on Usman. I think he's the most capped batsman with Shaun Marsh. Experience counts a lot in these situations and there are quite a lot of young guys in top six. Usman felt that responsibility a bit more this season and he's been struggling the first couple of innings but to see him fight today made everyone a bit more relaxed," the pacer said.</p>

<p>"Tim Paine keeps things quite calm and composed and he doesn't get too flustered at any stages really and you could see that with the bat today, the way he batted and he was pretty unlucky to get that one today. In the field he leads very well, nice and calm."</p>

<p>Hazlewood said Paine was getting more confident as a leader, whether with the bat or in the field.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He's quite an experienced player, and I think he's had time out of the game as well, so he knows himself quite well, not just as a cricketer but as a person. So off the field he's great to talk to about life, and the cricket side takes care of itself. He's been really great," he signed off.&nbsp;</p>


The onfield verbal duel between rival captains Virat Kohli and Tim Paine has been one of the talking points of the second Test here but Australia pacer Josh Hazlewood Monday played it down, saying it was done in good spirits.

The onfield verbal duel between rival captains Virat Kohli and Tim Paine has been one of the talking points of the second Test here but Australia pacer Josh Hazlewood Monday played it down, saying it was done in good spirits. During the 71st over of the Australia innings bowled by Jasprit Bumrah, the respective captains were seen exchanging words after Kohli decided to field close to the non-striker and on-field umpire Chris Gaffaney warned both the players. But, Hazlewood cautioned against reading too much in the exchange of words between Kohli and Paine. "I think it was all good fun, it's quite competitive out there as you know and there's going to be words from time to time but it was all in good spirits," Hazlewood said. "I don't think we read too much into it, we go about our work as we see fit and the Indians can do what they like. We control what we control and our behaviour is what we control. We'll worry about that and let everything else take care of itself." It worked out well for Australia in the end as Kohli was dismissed for 17 in the second innings as India crashed to 55-4 in their chase. But, Hazlewood said Australia were not targeting a single batsman. "No definitely not. I probably see (Cheteshwar) Pujara as the big wicket as far as when I'm bowling, the glue that holds them together I think. He's batted the most balls this series and scored nearly the most runs. "I see Pujara as a big wicket and Ajinkya Rahane as well. So the nos. 3, 4, 5 as the key wickets and we see it a bit unstable in the other parts of the order. Certainly not all the focus is on Virat Kohli," he said. Australia were on course for a series-levelling win after reducing India to 112-5 at stumps on day four, but Hazlewood said there were still some work to do for them for another home victory. "I didn't go to the UAE, so it feels a bit of a long time between wins, but there's still a lot of work to do tomorrow. Anytime I'm playing in Australia we feel pretty confident, especially the bowlers feel very confident in getting 20 wickets and a result," he said. "Last year, we got there four times out of five, so we are feeling pretty confident. It's just putting that into practice more often than not this summer," he added. Usman Khawaja anchored the Australia innings by scoring 72 and adding 72 runs with Paine for the sixth wicket as Australia scored 243 runs in their second innings, despite Mohammed Shami taking 6/56. "With Steve (Smith) and Dave (Warner) not here, a bit more pressure falls on Usman. I think he's the most capped batsman with Shaun Marsh. Experience counts a lot in these situations and there are quite a lot of young guys in top six. Usman felt that responsibility a bit more this season and he's been struggling the first couple of innings but to see him fight today made everyone a bit more relaxed," the pacer said. "Tim Paine keeps things quite calm and composed and he doesn't get too flustered at any stages really and you could see that with the bat today, the way he batted and he was pretty unlucky to get that one today. In the field he leads very well, nice and calm." Hazlewood said Paine was getting more confident as a leader, whether with the bat or in the field. "He's quite an experienced player, and I think he's had time out of the game as well, so he knows himself quite well, not just as a cricketer but as a person. So off the field he's great to talk to about life, and the cricket side takes care of itself. He's been really great," he signed off.

Verbal duel between Kohli and Paine done in good spirits: Australian pacer Hazlewood

<p>Australia need five wickets in the second test to secure a series-levelling victory with India's daunting run chase on a menacing pitch teetering at stumps on day four on Monday.</p>

<p>Chasing 287 runs after bowling out Australia’s second innings for 243, India reached the close at 112 for five with Hanuma Vihari 24 not out and Rishabh Pant unbeaten on nine.</p>

<p>Struggling on the Perth Stadium pitch marked by widening cracks, India made a poor start losing the key wickets of Lokesh Rahul for a fourth-ball duck and Cheteshwar Pujara, India’s first test hero in Adelaide, for four.</p>

<p>India’s faint hopes rested on captain Virat Kohli who counter-attacked with several flowing drives in reminiscent fashion to his masterful first innings of 123.</p>

<p>Kohli combined with opener Murali Vijay to stabilise India before he edged a straight Nathan Lyon delivery to Usman Khawaja at slip for 17, sparking scenes of jubilation from the Australian players.</p>

<p>The off-spinner claimed the India talisman for a record seventh time, the most by a bowler, and in his next over bowled Vijay for 20 off an inside edge.</p>

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<p>Lyon continued his stranglehold over India, continually troubling the batsmen by targeting the expansive rough patches.</p>

<p>Ajinkya Rahane played his strokes and combined well with Vihari before the India vice-captain fell just before stumps, slashing a Josh Hazlewood delivery straight to point for 30.</p>

<p>The bowling onslaught has Australia on the cusp of snapping a barren six-test run without a win and providing skipper Tim Paine with his first triumph as captain.</p>

<p>Australia's bowlers regained firm control of the match after their batsmen had crumbled against quick Mohammed Shami in the middle session.</p>

<p>After a wicketless morning session, India came alive through blistering short-pitched bowling from Shami, who made the ball steeple off the deteriorating wicket to finish with a career-best 6-56.</p>

<p>Australia spectacularly lost four wickets for six runs starting with Paine (37) falling to a vicious short ball from Shami, which spat off the pitch hitting the glove and ballooned to slip.</p>

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<p>Shami was on a hat-trick when he had Aaron Finch caught behind down the leg-side in a fleeting resumption for the opener.</p>

<p>Finch retired hurt on day three on 25 after being struck on the glove by a searing short ball from Shami but X-Rays cleared him of serious injury to his right index finger.</p>

<p>Shami was denied the hat-trick but soon claimed his fifth wicket with another menacing bouncer that caught Khawaja's glove to be caught behind for 72.</p>

<p>Australia's lead was 250 before Hazlewood (17 not out) and Mitchell Starc (14) added an invaluable 36 runs for the last wicket.</p>

<p>The pyrotechnics contrasted a sedate morning session dominated by Australia, who grabbed control of a fluctuating match with Khawaja and Paine batting through to lunch.</p>


Australia need five wickets in the second test to secure a series-levelling victory with India's daunting run chase on a menacing pitch teetering at stumps on day four on Monday.

Australia need five wickets in the second test to secure a series-levelling victory with India's daunting run chase on a menacing pitch teetering at stumps on day four on Monday. Chasing 287 runs after bowling out Australia’s second innings for 243, India reached the close at 112 for five with Hanuma Vihari 24 not out and Rishabh Pant unbeaten on nine. Struggling on the Perth Stadium pitch marked by widening cracks, India made a poor start losing the key wickets of Lokesh Rahul for a fourth-ball duck and Cheteshwar Pujara, India’s first test hero in Adelaide, for four. India’s faint hopes rested on captain Virat Kohli who counter-attacked with several flowing drives in reminiscent fashion to his masterful first innings of 123. Kohli combined with opener Murali Vijay to stabilise India before he edged a straight Nathan Lyon delivery to Usman Khawaja at slip for 17, sparking scenes of jubilation from the Australian players. The off-spinner claimed the India talisman for a record seventh time, the most by a bowler, and in his next over bowled Vijay for 20 off an inside edge. Lyon and Hazlewood strike in the final session of day four to put Australia in a strong position to level the series in Perth. India are 112/5 at stumps, needing 175 runs on the final day to claim victory.#AUSvIND scorecard ➡️ https://t.co/viG01Bpvlc pic.twitter.com/edmRkR9Mqr — ICC (@ICC) December 17, 2018 × Lyon continued his stranglehold over India, continually troubling the batsmen by targeting the expansive rough patches. Ajinkya Rahane played his strokes and combined well with Vihari before the India vice-captain fell just before stumps, slashing a Josh Hazlewood delivery straight to point for 30. The bowling onslaught has Australia on the cusp of snapping a barren six-test run without a win and providing skipper Tim Paine with his first triumph as captain. Australia's bowlers regained firm control of the match after their batsmen had crumbled against quick Mohammed Shami in the middle session. After a wicketless morning session, India came alive through blistering short-pitched bowling from Shami, who made the ball steeple off the deteriorating wicket to finish with a career-best 6-56. Australia spectacularly lost four wickets for six runs starting with Paine (37) falling to a vicious short ball from Shami, which spat off the pitch hitting the glove and ballooned to slip. Australia pick two quick wickets, and India are 15/2 at Tea. Starc & Hazlewood pick one wicket each. Kohli 0*, Vijay 6* #TeamIndia #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/eKdq5ELmIw — BCCI (@BCCI) December 17, 2018 × Shami was on a hat-trick when he had Aaron Finch caught behind down the leg-side in a fleeting resumption for the opener. Finch retired hurt on day three on 25 after being struck on the glove by a searing short ball from Shami but X-Rays cleared him of serious injury to his right index finger. Shami was denied the hat-trick but soon claimed his fifth wicket with another menacing bouncer that caught Khawaja's glove to be caught behind for 72. Australia's lead was 250 before Hazlewood (17 not out) and Mitchell Starc (14) added an invaluable 36 runs for the last wicket. The pyrotechnics contrasted a sedate morning session dominated by Australia, who grabbed control of a fluctuating match with Khawaja and Paine batting through to lunch.

India vs Australia, 2nd Test, Day 4: Australia five wickets away from winning

<p>Australian skipper Tim Paine has been involved in a war of words with Indian counterpart Virat Kohli and there seems to be no end in sight.</p>

<p>After the umpire intervened and separated the two when Paine was batting, the Australian, when fielding, turned to Murali Vijay taking a jibe at the Indian captain.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I know he's your captain but you can't seriously like him as a bloke," a tweet quoted Paine as telling Murali Vijay about Virat Kohli.</p>

<p>The Kohli-Paine war of words began on Day 3 after the visitors went for a huge caught-behind appeal in the final over of the day.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The stump microphones picked up Virat Kohli saying, "if he messes it up, it's 2-0," while referring to the Test series lead. Tim Paine promptly replied: "You've got to bat first, big head".</p>

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<p>The argument continued on Day 4 and umpire Chris Gaffaney had to intervene as Virat Kohli and Paine got involved in another argument.</p>

<p>Chasing 287 runs after bowling out Australia’s second innings for 243, India reached the close at 112 for five with Hanuma Vihari 24 not out and Rishabh Pant unbeaten on nine.</p>


Australian skipper Tim Paine has been involved in a war of words with Indian counterpart Virat Kohli and there seems to be no end in sight. After the umpire intervened and separated the two when Paine was batting, the Australian, when fielding, turned to Murali Vijay taking a jibe at the Indian captain.

Australian skipper Tim Paine has been involved in a war of words with Indian counterpart Virat Kohli and there seems to be no end in sight. After the umpire intervened and separated the two when Paine was batting, the Australian, when fielding, turned to Murali Vijay taking a jibe at the Indian captain. "I know he's your captain but you can't seriously like him as a bloke," a tweet quoted Paine as telling Murali Vijay about Virat Kohli. The Kohli-Paine war of words began on Day 3 after the visitors went for a huge caught-behind appeal in the final over of the day. The stump microphones picked up Virat Kohli saying, "if he messes it up, it's 2-0," while referring to the Test series lead. Tim Paine promptly replied: "You've got to bat first, big head". More cheeky banter caught on the TV stump mic! #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/pDbuJIfJJI — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 17, 2018 × The argument continued on Day 4 and umpire Chris Gaffaney had to intervene as Virat Kohli and Paine got involved in another argument. Chasing 287 runs after bowling out Australia’s second innings for 243, India reached the close at 112 for five with Hanuma Vihari 24 not out and Rishabh Pant unbeaten on nine.

'You can't like Virat Kohli as a man: Paine caught saying to Murali Vijay on stump mic

<p>Mohammed Shami took a five-wicket haul as&nbsp;Australia were all out for 243 in the middle session on the fourth day on Monday in Perth Test.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shami picked up a career-best 6-56 as the hosts lost six wickets for 51 runs before a 36-run last-wicket partnership between Mitchell Starc (14) and Josh Hazlewood (17 not out) boosted their tally.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Usman Khawaja top-scored for Australia with 72, while Aaron Finch (25) was dismissed on the first ball by Shami on the resumption of his innings after retiring hurt on day three.</p>

<p>At lunch on the fourth day, the home side were 190 for four in their second innings, an overall advantage of 233 runs.</p>

<p>But lost quick wickets just after returning from lunch break.</p>

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<p>India lead the series 1-0 after winning the first Test in Adelaide.</p>

<p><strong>The scoreboard at the end of Australia's second innings:</strong></p>

<p><strong>Australia 1st innings</strong> 326 (M. Harris 70, T. Head 58; Sharma 4-41)</p>

<p><strong>India 1st innings</strong> 283 (V Kohli 123, A Rahane 51; Lyon 5-67)</p>

<p><strong>Australia 2nd innings</strong> (overnight 132-4)</p>

<p>M. Harris b Bumrah &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;20</p>

<p>A. Finch c Pant b Shami &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;25</p>

<p>U. Khawaja c Pant b Shami &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;72</p>

<p>S. Marsh c Pant b Shami &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5</p>

<p>P. Handscomb lbw Sharma &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;13</p>

<p>T. Head c Sharma b Shami &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;19</p>

<p>T. Paine&nbsp;c Kohli b Shami &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;37</p>

<p>P. Cummins b Bumrah &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1</p>

<p>M. Starc b Bumrah &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;14</p>

<p>N. Lyon c Vihari b Shami &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5</p>

<p>J. Hazlewood not out &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;17</p>

<p>Extras (b8, lb3, w4) &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;15</p>

<p><strong>Total (all out, 93.2 overs) &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;243</strong></p>

<p><strong>Fall of wickets:</strong> 1-59 (Harris), 2-64 (Marsh), 3-85 (Handscomb), 4-120 (Head), 5-192 (Paine), 6-192 (Finch), 7-198 (Khawaja), 8-198 (Cummins), 9-207 (Lyon), 10-243 (Starc)</p>

<p><strong>Bowling:</strong> Sharma 16-1-45-1, Bumrah 25.2-10-39-3, Shami 24-8-56-6 (2w), Yadav 14-0-61-0 (2w), Vihari 14-4-31-0</p>


Mohammed Shami took a five-wicket haul as Australia were all out for 243 in the middle session on the fourth day on Monday in Perth Test. Shami picked up a career-best 6-56 as the hosts lost six wickets for 51 runs before a 36-run last-wicket partnership between Mitchell Starc (14) and Josh Hazlewood (17 not out) boosted their tally.

Mohammed Shami took a five-wicket haul as Australia were all out for 243 in the middle session on the fourth day on Monday in Perth Test. Shami picked up a career-best 6-56 as the hosts lost six wickets for 51 runs before a 36-run last-wicket partnership between Mitchell Starc (14) and Josh Hazlewood (17 not out) boosted their tally. Usman Khawaja top-scored for Australia with 72, while Aaron Finch (25) was dismissed on the first ball by Shami on the resumption of his innings after retiring hurt on day three. At lunch on the fourth day, the home side were 190 for four in their second innings, an overall advantage of 233 runs. But lost quick wickets just after returning from lunch break. Six-wicket haul and career-best figures for Mohammed Shami! 👏 He adds the scalp of Lyon to his list to trigger Australia's collapse after lunch. He has 6/41 for now – his best figures. Australia 207/9, a lead of 250. #AUSvIND LIVE ➡️ https://t.co/viG01Bpvlc pic.twitter.com/iyo0AyIT2c — ICC (@ICC) December 17, 2018 × India lead the series 1-0 after winning the first Test in Adelaide. The scoreboard at the end of Australia's second innings: Australia 1st innings 326 (M. Harris 70, T. Head 58; Sharma 4-41) India 1st innings 283 (V Kohli 123, A Rahane 51; Lyon 5-67) Australia 2nd innings (overnight 132-4) M. Harris b Bumrah 20 A. Finch c Pant b Shami 25 U. Khawaja c Pant b Shami 72 S. Marsh c Pant b Shami 5 P. Handscomb lbw Sharma 13 T. Head c Sharma b Shami 19 T. Paine c Kohli b Shami 37 P. Cummins b Bumrah 1 M. Starc b Bumrah 14 N. Lyon c Vihari b Shami 5 J. Hazlewood not out 17 Extras (b8, lb3, w4) 15 Total (all out, 93.2 overs) 243 Fall of wickets: 1-59 (Harris), 2-64 (Marsh), 3-85 (Handscomb), 4-120 (Head), 5-192 (Paine), 6-192 (Finch), 7-198 (Khawaja), 8-198 (Cummins), 9-207 (Lyon), 10-243 (Starc) Bowling: Sharma 16-1-45-1, Bumrah 25.2-10-39-3, Shami 24-8-56-6 (2w), Yadav 14-0-61-0 (2w), Vihari 14-4-31-0

INDvsAUS: Australia all out for 243, India need 287 to win Perth Test

<p>Virat Kohli Sunday became the second fastest to <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-virat-kohli-slams-25th-test-century-in-perth-test-184408">25 Test centuries</a> with his sixth ton in Australia, joining boyhood hero Sachin Tendulkar, and celebrated by suggesting he lets his bat do the talking.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In reply to Australia's first-innings total of 326 all out, India were 252 for seven at lunch on the third day, with Kohli doing the bulk of the scoring.</p>

<p>On reaching the three-figure mark, Kohli removed his helmet and placed it on the green turf at the Optus Stadium.</p>

<p>The Indian fans roared from the stands as their hero pointed at his bat and gestured with his fingers in a manner that suggested: 'I let the bat do the talking' rather than the mouth.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The innovative celebration caught the attention of the cricket world.</p>

<p>"If anyone has seen a better player across all the different formats then I haven't seen him .. @imVkohli is incredible ... Loved his 'let the Bat do the talking' celebration !!" former England captain Michael Vaughan tweeted.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Spin legend Shane Warne wrote on his twitter handle, "Congrats to @imVkohli on another magnificent 100. A completely different class to any other batsman playing international cricket &amp; on the planet. An absolute joy to watch - well played!"&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Countryman Sachin Tendulkar is third with 130, while Don Bradman managed it in just 68.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>It was also Kohli's sixth century in Australia, lifting him equal with Tendulkar as the only Indian batsmen to reach that tally, and gave him the honour of becoming the first Test centurion at the new Perth Stadium.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kohli is now the 11th batsman to complete 1000 Test runs in a calendar year overseas and the third Indian to achieve the mark after Rahul Dravid (1137 runs in 18 innings in 2002) and Mohinder Amarnath (1065 runs in 16 innings in 1983).&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kohli is also the first Indian skipper to breach the milestone and the third overall captain after Australia's Bob Simpson and South Africa's Graeme Smith.</p>


Virat Kohli Sunday became the second fastest to 25 Test centuries with his sixth ton in Australia, joining boyhood hero Sachin Tendulkar, and celebrated by suggesting he lets his bat do the talking.

Virat Kohli Sunday became the second fastest to 25 Test centuries with his sixth ton in Australia, joining boyhood hero Sachin Tendulkar, and celebrated by suggesting he lets his bat do the talking. In reply to Australia's first-innings total of 326 all out, India were 252 for seven at lunch on the third day, with Kohli doing the bulk of the scoring. On reaching the three-figure mark, Kohli removed his helmet and placed it on the green turf at the Optus Stadium. The Indian fans roared from the stands as their hero pointed at his bat and gestured with his fingers in a manner that suggested: 'I let the bat do the talking' rather than the mouth. The innovative celebration caught the attention of the cricket world. "If anyone has seen a better player across all the different formats then I haven't seen him .. @imVkohli is incredible ... Loved his 'let the Bat do the talking' celebration !!" former England captain Michael Vaughan tweeted. If anyone has seen a better player across all the different formats then I haven’t seen him .. @imVkohli is incredible ... Loved his ‘let the Bat do the talking ‘ celebration !! #AUSvIND #Perth — Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) December 16, 2018 × Spin legend Shane Warne wrote on his twitter handle, "Congrats to @imVkohli on another magnificent 100. A completely different class to any other batsman playing international cricket & on the planet. An absolute joy to watch - well played!" Congrats to @imVkohli on another magnificent 100. A completely different class to any other batsman playing international cricket & on the planet. An absolute joy to watch - well played ! India now have their noses ahead, 2nd new ball again an issue for the Aussies ! — Shane Warne (@ShaneWarne) December 16, 2018 × Countryman Sachin Tendulkar is third with 130, while Don Bradman managed it in just 68. Well played @imVkohli. One of your finest innings. This knock will be remembered for a long time. #INDvAUS pic.twitter.com/Gj1dSN4k4p — Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) December 16, 2018 × It was also Kohli's sixth century in Australia, lifting him equal with Tendulkar as the only Indian batsmen to reach that tally, and gave him the honour of becoming the first Test centurion at the new Perth Stadium. Kohli is now the 11th batsman to complete 1000 Test runs in a calendar year overseas and the third Indian to achieve the mark after Rahul Dravid (1137 runs in 18 innings in 2002) and Mohinder Amarnath (1065 runs in 16 innings in 1983). Kohli is also the first Indian skipper to breach the milestone and the third overall captain after Australia's Bob Simpson and South Africa's Graeme Smith.

India vs Australia: Twitter reaction on Virat Kohli's magnificent 123-run knock

<p>India captain Virat Kohli slammed his <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-virat-kohli-slams-25th-test-century-in-perth-test-184408">63 international century</a> playing against Australia in the second Test of a four-match series.</p>

<p>Master batsman Kohli brought up his 25th Test century, smashing a four off Mitchell Starc in Perth.</p>

<p>His brilliant innings of 123 came to an end when he edged Pat Cummins to a forward-diving Peter Handscomb at second slip.</p>

<p>While the debate over the accuracy of the catch is still on.</p>

<p>There were some confusion and the on-field umpire referred the decision to the third umpire.</p>

<p>The third umpire&nbsp;signalled it out after reviewing it from all the possible angles.</p>

<p>He hit 11 fours in the battling 214-ball knock after coming to the crease with his team in trouble after losing two early wickets.</p>

<p><em>Watch the video here:</em></p>

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<p>However, Virat was not happy with umpire's decision and reacted aggressively.</p>

<p>In the first innings,&nbsp;India were bowled out for 283 after lunch as Australia gained a valuable 43-run first innings lead.</p>

<p>Kohli top-scored and spinner Nathan Lyon took 5-67 for Australia on the grassy Perth Stadium wicket.</p>


India captain Virat Kohli slammed his 63 international century playing against Australia in the second Test of a four-match series. Master batsman Kohli brought up his 25th Test century, smashing a four off Mitchell Starc in Perth.

India captain Virat Kohli slammed his 63 international century playing against Australia in the second Test of a four-match series. Master batsman Kohli brought up his 25th Test century, smashing a four off Mitchell Starc in Perth. His brilliant innings of 123 came to an end when he edged Pat Cummins to a forward-diving Peter Handscomb at second slip. While the debate over the accuracy of the catch is still on. There were some confusion and the on-field umpire referred the decision to the third umpire. The third umpire signalled it out after reviewing it from all the possible angles. He hit 11 fours in the battling 214-ball knock after coming to the crease with his team in trouble after losing two early wickets. Watch the video here: Virat Kohli was given OUT but was it a clean catch? 🤔🤔🤔#FoxCricket #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/SAIv1kkX6N — Fox Cricket (@FoxCricket) December 16, 2018 × It's not out @imVkohli pic.twitter.com/MxpwwDcXXg — Prem chand 🇮🇳💪 (@gprema21) December 16, 2018 × However, Virat was not happy with umpire's decision and reacted aggressively. In the first innings, India were bowled out for 283 after lunch as Australia gained a valuable 43-run first innings lead. Kohli top-scored and spinner Nathan Lyon took 5-67 for Australia on the grassy Perth Stadium wicket.

Watch: Out or not out? Debate over Virat Kohli's wicket is on

<p>India captain <a href="http://www.wionews.com/search?q=virat+kohli">Virat Kohli</a> completed his 25th Test century after smashing a four off Mitchell Starc to reach triple figures on day three of the second Test in Perth.</p>

<p>Playing in his 75th Test, the Indian run-machine did it in style with a classic straight drive against Australia in the second Test of a four-match series at Perth Stadium on Sunday.</p>

<p>He hit 11 fours in the battling 214-ball knock after coming to the crease with his team in trouble after losing two early wickets.</p>

<p>It was his sixth ton in Australia, putting him in the elite company of Sachin Tendulkar.</p>

<p>Kohli has scored five, which is the highest Test centuries so far in the year 2018. He smashed a total of 11 international centuries in this year.</p>

<p>He also became the first ever batsman to record&nbsp;11 tons&nbsp;in two calendar years.</p>

<p>With&nbsp;total 63 international centuries and is only behind Ricky Ponting (71) and Tendulkar (100).</p>

<p>When Virat completed his ton, India were at 207 for the loss of four wickets in the ongoing match.</p>

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<p>Earlier, In reply to Australia's first innings of 326, India fought back on the green-tinged Perth Stadium pitch to reach stumps at 172 for three with Kohli 82 not out and his deputy Ajinkya Rahane unbeaten on 51.</p>

<p>"We feel confident when he is batting," said India quick Ishant Sharma of Kohli. "We finished the day in a strong position. Hopefully, tomorrow we will win the first session."</p>

<p>The home side bowled accurately but the much-hyped pitch, marked with widening cracks, settled down late in the day.</p>


India captain Virat Kohli completed his 25th Test century after smashing a four off Mitchell Starc to reach triple figures on day three of the second Test in Perth.

India captain Virat Kohli completed his 25th Test century after smashing a four off Mitchell Starc to reach triple figures on day three of the second Test in Perth. Playing in his 75th Test, the Indian run-machine did it in style with a classic straight drive against Australia in the second Test of a four-match series at Perth Stadium on Sunday. He hit 11 fours in the battling 214-ball knock after coming to the crease with his team in trouble after losing two early wickets. It was his sixth ton in Australia, putting him in the elite company of Sachin Tendulkar. Kohli has scored five, which is the highest Test centuries so far in the year 2018. He smashed a total of 11 international centuries in this year. He also became the first ever batsman to record 11 tons in two calendar years. With total 63 international centuries and is only behind Ricky Ponting (71) and Tendulkar (100). When Virat completed his ton, India were at 207 for the loss of four wickets in the ongoing match. Captain Kohli notches his 25th Test ton. One of the finest from King Kohli 👑😎👌🏻 #TeamIndia #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/LisPQ6pobc — BCCI (@BCCI) December 16, 2018 × Earlier, In reply to Australia's first innings of 326, India fought back on the green-tinged Perth Stadium pitch to reach stumps at 172 for three with Kohli 82 not out and his deputy Ajinkya Rahane unbeaten on 51. "We feel confident when he is batting," said India quick Ishant Sharma of Kohli. "We finished the day in a strong position. Hopefully, tomorrow we will win the first session." The home side bowled accurately but the much-hyped pitch, marked with widening cracks, settled down late in the day.

India vs Australia: Virat Kohli slams 25th Test century in Perth Test

<p>Australia battled through an onslaught from India's fiery fast bowlers on the third day of the second Test, building an ominous 175-run lead with six wickets in hand on a menacing Perth Stadium pitch that is expected to deteriorate further.</p>

<p>The hosts reached stumps at 132 for four in their second innings on Sunday with Usman Khawaja 41 not out and captain Tim Paine unbeaten on eight.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-2018-19-schedule-teams-time-and-venue-177740">Australia</a>, desperate to level the series after narrowly losing the opener in Adelaide, could be without the services of opener Aaron Finch, who retired hurt on the stroke of tea with a possible fractured right index finger.</p>

<p>Under overcast skies, Australia's batsmen faced torrid bowling from India's fired-up quicks with Finch, who was unbeaten on 25, forced off after being hit by a searing delivery from Mohammed Shami.</p>

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<p>Marcus Harris, Finch's opening partner, had earlier been hit on the helmet attempting to evade a sharp bouncer from paceman Jasprit Bumrah, who bowled superbly in favourable conditions.</p>

<p>A bewildered Harris fell after the tea break clean bowled by Bumrah for 20 after not offering a shot, and locally-bred Shaun Marsh was caught behind for five while rashly attempting a pull shot off Shami.</p>

<p>Australia's inexperienced batting-order struggled under pressure with Peter Handscomb making an unconvincing 13 before being trapped leg before after shuffling across his stumps to Ishant Sharma, who bowled without luck initially.</p>

<p>Travis Head was dismissed before the close for 19 after needlessly guiding a wide Shami delivery to deep third man, in a mirror-image of his first innings dismissal.</p>

<p>Khawaja, Australia's most accomplished batsman, survived several nerve-jangling moments to compile his highest score in the series.</p>

<p>Australia's impulsive batting almost squandered their advantage after bowling out India for 283 to gain a handy first innings lead of 43 runs, despite a brilliant century from India captain Virat Kohli.</p>

<p>An enthralling morning session belonged to the peerless Kohli, whose 123 came to an end at the stroke of lunch when he edged Pat Cummins to a forward-diving Handscomb at second slip.</p>

<p>Whether Handscomb got his fingers under the ball will be a matter of debate for days to come but the onfield official's soft signal was out and the third umpire did not reverse the decision on review.</p>

<p>Kohli had reached his 25th century in style with a flowing off-drive to the boundary and then placed his helmet on the ground, pointed to his bat and made a yapping gesture with his gloved hand.</p>

<p>It was his sixth century in Australia, which matches the tally of the great Sachin Tendulkar, and ended a drought against Australia with just 83 runs in his past seven Test innings against them.</p>

<p>Kohli showed no lasting ill-effects from an earlier injury scare when he was struck on the forearm by a searing Mitchell Starc bouncer and required treatment.</p>

<p>Spinner Nathan Lyon targeted the pitch's expansive rough patches and cleaned up the tail to finish with 5-67.</p>


Australia battled through an onslaught from India's fiery fast bowlers on the third day of the second Test, building an ominous 175-run lead with six wickets in hand on a menacing Perth Stadium pitch that is expected to deteriorate further.

Australia battled through an onslaught from India's fiery fast bowlers on the third day of the second Test, building an ominous 175-run lead with six wickets in hand on a menacing Perth Stadium pitch that is expected to deteriorate further. The hosts reached stumps at 132 for four in their second innings on Sunday with Usman Khawaja 41 not out and captain Tim Paine unbeaten on eight. Australia, desperate to level the series after narrowly losing the opener in Adelaide, could be without the services of opener Aaron Finch, who retired hurt on the stroke of tea with a possible fractured right index finger. Under overcast skies, Australia's batsmen faced torrid bowling from India's fired-up quicks with Finch, who was unbeaten on 25, forced off after being hit by a searing delivery from Mohammed Shami. Another fascinating day of Test cricket! Australia close day three in Perth on 132/4 in their second innings, with a lead of 175 runs over India after the visitors were dismissed for 283. #AUSvIND scorecard ➡️ https://t.co/viG01Bpvlc pic.twitter.com/F3zt6p9jXV — ICC (@ICC) December 16, 2018 × Marcus Harris, Finch's opening partner, had earlier been hit on the helmet attempting to evade a sharp bouncer from paceman Jasprit Bumrah, who bowled superbly in favourable conditions. A bewildered Harris fell after the tea break clean bowled by Bumrah for 20 after not offering a shot, and locally-bred Shaun Marsh was caught behind for five while rashly attempting a pull shot off Shami. Australia's inexperienced batting-order struggled under pressure with Peter Handscomb making an unconvincing 13 before being trapped leg before after shuffling across his stumps to Ishant Sharma, who bowled without luck initially. Travis Head was dismissed before the close for 19 after needlessly guiding a wide Shami delivery to deep third man, in a mirror-image of his first innings dismissal. Khawaja, Australia's most accomplished batsman, survived several nerve-jangling moments to compile his highest score in the series. Australia's impulsive batting almost squandered their advantage after bowling out India for 283 to gain a handy first innings lead of 43 runs, despite a brilliant century from India captain Virat Kohli. An enthralling morning session belonged to the peerless Kohli, whose 123 came to an end at the stroke of lunch when he edged Pat Cummins to a forward-diving Handscomb at second slip. Whether Handscomb got his fingers under the ball will be a matter of debate for days to come but the onfield official's soft signal was out and the third umpire did not reverse the decision on review. Kohli had reached his 25th century in style with a flowing off-drive to the boundary and then placed his helmet on the ground, pointed to his bat and made a yapping gesture with his gloved hand. It was his sixth century in Australia, which matches the tally of the great Sachin Tendulkar, and ended a drought against Australia with just 83 runs in his past seven Test innings against them. Kohli showed no lasting ill-effects from an earlier injury scare when he was struck on the forearm by a searing Mitchell Starc bouncer and required treatment. Spinner Nathan Lyon targeted the pitch's expansive rough patches and cleaned up the tail to finish with 5-67.

INDvsAUS, 2nd Test, Day 3: Australia build vital lead against India in Perth

<p>Australia remain confident of grabbing a valuable first-innings lead over India in the second test despite being stonewalled by visiting captain Virat Kohli on a grassy Perth Stadium wicket that failed to match the hype on day two.</p>

<p>After Australia made a competitive 326 in their first innings, spearheads Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood started spectacularly with the ball by dismissing India openers Murali Vijay and Lokesh Rahul inside the opening six overs.</p>

<p>But Kohli rescued India through half-century partnership&nbsp;with the in-form Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane.</p>

<p>India reached stumps on a more comfortable 172 for three with Kohli 82 not out and his deputy Rahane unbeaten on 51 to leave the match evenly poised.<br />
Australia bowled accurately but the pitch, marked with widening cracks, settled down late in the day.</p>

<p>Australia batsman Usman Khawaja believed there was enough spice in the wicket for the bowlers to exploit in the crucial third morning session.</p>

<p>“It had (some) patches today, which were still doing a bit,” Khawaja told reporters. “I think we bowled well but we probably could have been more disciplined. Hopefully tomorrow we can be just a little bit better.”</p>

<p>Beyond Kohli and Rahane, who have shared an unbeaten 90-run partnership, India’s batting order contains inexperienced pair Hanuma Vihari and Rishabh Pant, and a fragile lower-order.</p>

<p>“I think one or two wickets in the first session tomorrow will be pretty big for us,” Khawaja said. “It isn’t an easy wicket to bat on. We have to start well and then we can have a chance at that tail.”</p>

<p>Khawaja praised Kohli's determined 181-ball knock, but reckoned Australia would have opportunities to knock over the India talisman.</p>

<p>“He was on early today and we gave him a couple of full balls and he hit us,” Khawaja said. “He got away but he will have to start again tomorrow and we will have another chance.”</p>

<p>India lead the four-match series after a nail-biting 31-run victory in Adelaide.</p>


Australia remain confident of grabbing a valuable first-innings lead over India in the second test despite being stonewalled by visiting captain Virat Kohli on a grassy Perth Stadium wicket that failed to match the hype on day two.

Australia remain confident of grabbing a valuable first-innings lead over India in the second test despite being stonewalled by visiting captain Virat Kohli on a grassy Perth Stadium wicket that failed to match the hype on day two. After Australia made a competitive 326 in their first innings, spearheads Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood started spectacularly with the ball by dismissing India openers Murali Vijay and Lokesh Rahul inside the opening six overs. But Kohli rescued India through half-century partnership with the in-form Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane. India reached stumps on a more comfortable 172 for three with Kohli 82 not out and his deputy Rahane unbeaten on 51 to leave the match evenly poised. Australia bowled accurately but the pitch, marked with widening cracks, settled down late in the day. Australia batsman Usman Khawaja believed there was enough spice in the wicket for the bowlers to exploit in the crucial third morning session. “It had (some) patches today, which were still doing a bit,” Khawaja told reporters. “I think we bowled well but we probably could have been more disciplined. Hopefully tomorrow we can be just a little bit better.” Beyond Kohli and Rahane, who have shared an unbeaten 90-run partnership, India’s batting order contains inexperienced pair Hanuma Vihari and Rishabh Pant, and a fragile lower-order. “I think one or two wickets in the first session tomorrow will be pretty big for us,” Khawaja said. “It isn’t an easy wicket to bat on. We have to start well and then we can have a chance at that tail.” Khawaja praised Kohli's determined 181-ball knock, but reckoned Australia would have opportunities to knock over the India talisman. “He was on early today and we gave him a couple of full balls and he hit us,” Khawaja said. “He got away but he will have to start again tomorrow and we will have another chance.” India lead the four-match series after a nail-biting 31-run victory in Adelaide.

IND vs AUS: Australia confident despite India's ominous Kohli

<p>India and Australia will play their second Test match of a four-match series at the brand new in Perth's Optus Stadium, which has a drop-in pitch.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Perth Stadium, which has a sitting capacity of 60,000, has succeeded the WACA as the city's premier venue for internationals.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:</strong> <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-aus-2nd-test-day-1-india-vs-australia-183864">All actions from India vs Australia second Test</a></p>

<p>A drop-in pitch is a pitch that is prepared away from the ground or venue in which it is used, and "dropped" into place for a match to take place.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This allows multi-purpose venues to host other sports and events with more versatility than a dedicated cricket ground would allow.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pitch's curator Brett Sipthorpe is trying to produce the 'bounciest' pitch he can and that could very well work in India's favour.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Weighing around 30 tons, the depth of a drop-in pitch is 20-cm. It is maintained and prepared in a steel frame.</p>

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<p>Not everyone is a drop-in fan. Purists warn such pitches -- which some grounds now favour so they can host multiple sports -- remove the characteristics of different fields that made matches more unpredictable, and therefore exciting.</p>

<p>"With the drop-in pitch, there's more of the sameness about things from city to city, and place to place," Australian cricket historian Bernard Whimpress told AFP.</p>

<p>"Which makes me sort of think, why don't they just forget about the drop-in pitch and put in artificial turf or something."</p>


India and Australia will play their second Test match of a four-match series at the brand new in Perth's Optus Stadium, which has a drop-in pitch. Perth Stadium, which has a sitting capacity of 60,000, has succeeded the WACA as the city's premier venue for internationals.

India and Australia will play their second Test match of a four-match series at the brand new in Perth's Optus Stadium, which has a drop-in pitch. Perth Stadium, which has a sitting capacity of 60,000, has succeeded the WACA as the city's premier venue for internationals. Also Read: All actions from India vs Australia second Test A drop-in pitch is a pitch that is prepared away from the ground or venue in which it is used, and "dropped" into place for a match to take place. This allows multi-purpose venues to host other sports and events with more versatility than a dedicated cricket ground would allow. Pitch's curator Brett Sipthorpe is trying to produce the 'bounciest' pitch he can and that could very well work in India's favour. Weighing around 30 tons, the depth of a drop-in pitch is 20-cm. It is maintained and prepared in a steel frame. Perth - We are here! 😎👍🏻 #TeamIndia #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/AHeGmgKVVQ — BCCI (@BCCI) December 13, 2018 × Not everyone is a drop-in fan. Purists warn such pitches -- which some grounds now favour so they can host multiple sports -- remove the characteristics of different fields that made matches more unpredictable, and therefore exciting. "With the drop-in pitch, there's more of the sameness about things from city to city, and place to place," Australian cricket historian Bernard Whimpress told AFP. "Which makes me sort of think, why don't they just forget about the drop-in pitch and put in artificial turf or something."

India vs Australia, 2nd Test: All you need to know about Perth's drop-in pitch

<p>Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli has said his team is "more excited than nervous" by the lively&nbsp;Perth pitch&nbsp;as the team&nbsp;held its final training sessions on Thursday before the second Test <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-2018-19-schedule-teams-time-and-venue-177740">against Australia</a>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We certainly get more excited than nervous looking at lively pitches now because we understand that we do have a bowling attack which can, you know, bowl the opposition out. As much as they are convinced about their attack," Reuters quoted Kohli as saying at the pre-match press conference.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-second-test-tim-paine-fit-aussies-unchanged-for-perth-test-183713">Tim Paine fit, Aussies unchanged for Perth Test</a></p>

<p>Kohli told the media that the days when the Indians walked out on to a fiery track with fear were long gone.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's a very exciting phase to be in but something that we need to build on. As I said, we cannot be complacent or satisfied with one win. We have to keep repeating good things to be able to win series."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Kohli said he thought both sides had an equal chance of winning the Test, as Indian batsman Rohit Sharma and spinner Ravichandran Ashwin were ruled out of the second Test against Australia by injury.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We are definitely confident of the percentage of chances that we have and we want to build on that."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"Obviously, Australia is going to be a strong team at their home conditions and on a wicket like Perth which probably offers you more than other pitches in Australia but as I said, we have an equal chance in the game."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Australia have kept their team unchanged, with Australia team Captain Tim Paine declaring himself fit and ready. Paine suffered a finger injury in the series-opening loss to India when he was struck on the glove by a short Mohammed Shami ball on the final day of play in Adelaide.&nbsp;</p>

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Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli has said his team is "more excited than nervous" by the lively Perth pitch as the team held its final training sessions on Thursday before the second Test against Australia.

Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli has said his team is "more excited than nervous" by the lively Perth pitch as the team held its final training sessions on Thursday before the second Test against Australia. "We certainly get more excited than nervous looking at lively pitches now because we understand that we do have a bowling attack which can, you know, bowl the opposition out. As much as they are convinced about their attack," Reuters quoted Kohli as saying at the pre-match press conference. Also Read: Tim Paine fit, Aussies unchanged for Perth Test Kohli told the media that the days when the Indians walked out on to a fiery track with fear were long gone. "It's a very exciting phase to be in but something that we need to build on. As I said, we cannot be complacent or satisfied with one win. We have to keep repeating good things to be able to win series." An exciting contest awaits at Perth with a lot on offer for the quicks 🔥🔥 #TeamIndia #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/k3Y7CQ8DQF — BCCI (@BCCI) December 13, 2018 × Kohli said he thought both sides had an equal chance of winning the Test, as Indian batsman Rohit Sharma and spinner Ravichandran Ashwin were ruled out of the second Test against Australia by injury. "We are definitely confident of the percentage of chances that we have and we want to build on that." Perth - We are here! 😎👍🏻 #TeamIndia #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/AHeGmgKVVQ — BCCI (@BCCI) December 13, 2018 × "Obviously, Australia is going to be a strong team at their home conditions and on a wicket like Perth which probably offers you more than other pitches in Australia but as I said, we have an equal chance in the game." Australia have kept their team unchanged, with Australia team Captain Tim Paine declaring himself fit and ready. Paine suffered a finger injury in the series-opening loss to India when he was struck on the glove by a short Mohammed Shami ball on the final day of play in Adelaide. (With inputs from Reuters)

Time when India approached lively pitches with fear gone: Kohli before Perth Test

<p>Australia skipper Tim Paine declared himself fit and ready to go for the second Test against India on Thursday, with the hosts naming an unchanged side for the Perth Stadium clash.</p>

<p>Paine suffered a finger injury in the series-opening loss to India in Adelaide but the 34-year-old wicketkeeper confirmed he would line up in an unchanged batting order when the match starts on Friday.</p>

<p>"Yeah, no I'm fine. I've got a few niggles everywhere but I'm not alone there, I don't think, at my age. Finger is fine, yeah," Paine told a news conference.</p>

<p>Paceman Mitchell Starc retains his place in the side despite what was perceived to be a sub-par performance in Adelaide, and will be looking for a strong performance in conditions which are expected to favour his skills at the new Perth Stadium.</p>

<p>"Starcy's been good for us. I thought the criticism he got this week's been pretty unfair to be honest," Paine said of the left-arm quick, who took five for 103 in the first Test.</p>

<p>"Barring two or three overs where he got his radar wrong, I think he's bowled pretty well. We know his best is the best so we're pretty pumped to have him in our team."</p>

<p>Aaron Finch also keeps his place at the top of the order despite mustering only 11 runs in his two innings in the first of four Tests in the series.</p>

<p>"He just needs that one big score at Test level to give him that confidence he has at international level in T20s and ODIs," Paine added.</p>

<p>Australia, still without Steve Smith and David Warner after they were banned for their part in March's ball-tampering scandal, have never lost a Test series at home to India.</p>

<p>Australia team: Aaron Finch, Marcus Harris, Usman Khawaja, Shaun Marsh, Peter Handscomb, Travis Head, Tim Paine (captain), Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Nathan Lyon.</p>


Australia skipper Tim Paine declared himself fit and ready to go for the second Test against India on Thursday, with the hosts naming an unchanged side for the Perth Stadium clash.

Australia skipper Tim Paine declared himself fit and ready to go for the second Test against India on Thursday, with the hosts naming an unchanged side for the Perth Stadium clash. Paine suffered a finger injury in the series-opening loss to India in Adelaide but the 34-year-old wicketkeeper confirmed he would line up in an unchanged batting order when the match starts on Friday. "Yeah, no I'm fine. I've got a few niggles everywhere but I'm not alone there, I don't think, at my age. Finger is fine, yeah," Paine told a news conference. Paceman Mitchell Starc retains his place in the side despite what was perceived to be a sub-par performance in Adelaide, and will be looking for a strong performance in conditions which are expected to favour his skills at the new Perth Stadium. "Starcy's been good for us. I thought the criticism he got this week's been pretty unfair to be honest," Paine said of the left-arm quick, who took five for 103 in the first Test. "Barring two or three overs where he got his radar wrong, I think he's bowled pretty well. We know his best is the best so we're pretty pumped to have him in our team." Aaron Finch also keeps his place at the top of the order despite mustering only 11 runs in his two innings in the first of four Tests in the series. "He just needs that one big score at Test level to give him that confidence he has at international level in T20s and ODIs," Paine added. Australia, still without Steve Smith and David Warner after they were banned for their part in March's ball-tampering scandal, have never lost a Test series at home to India. Australia team: Aaron Finch, Marcus Harris, Usman Khawaja, Shaun Marsh, Peter Handscomb, Travis Head, Tim Paine (captain), Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Nathan Lyon.

India vs Australia, second Test: Tim Paine fit, Aussies unchanged for Perth Test

<p>It's been exactly a year since Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli tied the knot in Italy. The news of their wedding was a closely guarded secret and the couple announced their wedding only after they were a married couple.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Now, celebrating her first wedding anniversary, Anushka went down the memory lane and shared a throwback video of the couple's wedding. "It's heaven, when you don't sense time passing by ... It's heaven, when you marry a good 'man' (Sic)"&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The couple had shared similar tweets and photos when they had announced their wedding to the world. While inside photos of the wedding ceremony were leaked on social media subsequently, but the couple never shared any inside footage of the wedding until now.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kohli, meanwhile, shared some adorable photos of their wedding on his Twitter page. "Can't believe it's been a year already because it feels like it happened just yesterday. Time has truly flown by. Happy anniversary to my best friend and my soulmate. Mine forever @AnushkaSharma(sic)" the cricketer tweeted.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The couple is currently in Australia celebrating the special day together.&nbsp;<br />
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It's been exactly a year since Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli tied the knot in Italy. The news of their wedding was a closely guarded secret and the couple announced their wedding only after they were a married couple.

It's been exactly a year since Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli tied the knot in Italy. The news of their wedding was a closely guarded secret and the couple announced their wedding only after they were a married couple. Now, celebrating her first wedding anniversary, Anushka went down the memory lane and shared a throwback video of the couple's wedding. "It's heaven, when you don't sense time passing by ... It's heaven, when you marry a good 'man' (Sic)" It's heaven, when you don't sense time passing by ... It's heaven, when you marry a good 'man' ... 💞 pic.twitter.com/bvZc2x62NM — Anushka Sharma (@AnushkaSharma) December 11, 2018 × The couple had shared similar tweets and photos when they had announced their wedding to the world. While inside photos of the wedding ceremony were leaked on social media subsequently, but the couple never shared any inside footage of the wedding until now. Kohli, meanwhile, shared some adorable photos of their wedding on his Twitter page. "Can't believe it's been a year already because it feels like it happened just yesterday. Time has truly flown by. Happy anniversary to my best friend and my soulmate. Mine forever @AnushkaSharma(sic)" the cricketer tweeted. Can't believe it's been a year already because it feels like it happened just yesterday. Time has truly flown by. Happy anniversary to my best friend and my soulmate. Mine forever ❤ @AnushkaSharma pic.twitter.com/eKL9wlpU4R — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) December 11, 2018 × The couple is currently in Australia celebrating the special day together.

Anushka, Virat share throwback video, photos as they celebrate first anniversary

<p>International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday released its Test rankings for batsmen and bowlers where Indian captain Virat Kohli retained the top position.</p>

<p>Indian batsman Cheteshwar Pujara, who smashed a brilliant century in first supported by another crucial half-century in the second inning of the first test match against Australia, made a jump to acquire the fourth spot.</p>

<p>Pujara surpassed Joe Root and David Warner and is left behind by third-ranked Steve Smith by 55 points. Smith is facing a one year ban for his involvement in the ball-tampering case in South Africa this year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, in bowling, Jasprit Bumrah ranked his career-best at 33rd position. After his three wickets apiece in both the innings at Adelaide, he rose by five ranks to surpass Pakistan's Mohammad Amir and Wahab Riaz.</p>

<p>New Zealand's Kane Williamson scored 89 and 139 in Abu Dhabi last week which made him the first Kiwi batsman and 32nd overall to break the 900-point barrier in the ICC Player Rankings for Test Batsmen.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Williamson is just seven points behind Kohli to acquire the No.1 spot.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Williamson's neck-throat competition with Kohli puts the Indian captain under strain to perform strongly in the second Test starting in Perth from Friday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Adelaide Test also became a game changer for Ajinkya Rahane and Mitchell Starc who are now at 17th (up by two places) and 16th (up by two places) respectively.</p>

<p>Amongst the newcomers, Australian Batsman Marcus Harris has filled in 116th position, while amongst the bowlers, off-spinner William Somerville of New Zealand has gained the 63rd place with Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Afridi springing up to 111th.&nbsp;</p>


International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday released its Test rankings for batsmen and bowlers where Indian captain Virat Kohli retained the top position. Indian batsman Cheteshwar Pujara, who smashed a brilliant century in first supported by another crucial half-century in the second inning of the first test match against Australia, made a jump to acquire the fourth spot.

International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday released its Test rankings for batsmen and bowlers where Indian captain Virat Kohli retained the top position. Indian batsman Cheteshwar Pujara, who smashed a brilliant century in first supported by another crucial half-century in the second inning of the first test match against Australia, made a jump to acquire the fourth spot. Pujara surpassed Joe Root and David Warner and is left behind by third-ranked Steve Smith by 55 points. Smith is facing a one year ban for his involvement in the ball-tampering case in South Africa this year. Meanwhile, in bowling, Jasprit Bumrah ranked his career-best at 33rd position. After his three wickets apiece in both the innings at Adelaide, he rose by five ranks to surpass Pakistan's Mohammad Amir and Wahab Riaz. New Zealand's Kane Williamson scored 89 and 139 in Abu Dhabi last week which made him the first Kiwi batsman and 32nd overall to break the 900-point barrier in the ICC Player Rankings for Test Batsmen. Williamson is just seven points behind Kohli to acquire the No.1 spot. Williamson's neck-throat competition with Kohli puts the Indian captain under strain to perform strongly in the second Test starting in Perth from Friday. The Adelaide Test also became a game changer for Ajinkya Rahane and Mitchell Starc who are now at 17th (up by two places) and 16th (up by two places) respectively. Amongst the newcomers, Australian Batsman Marcus Harris has filled in 116th position, while amongst the bowlers, off-spinner William Somerville of New Zealand has gained the 63rd place with Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Afridi springing up to 111th.

Virat Kohli remains No.1, Pujara returns to top five in latest ICC Test rankings

<p>India clinched the first Test at Adelaide after <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-beat-australia-by-31-runs-to-clinch-first-test-182794">giving the fans some jittery</a> moments as the last two wickets came close to taking the game away from the visitors, a victory by just 31 runs as&nbsp;Ashwin put his hand up and got the last man Hazelwood.</p>

<p>Kohli's body language held the key on the final day with India needing 6 wickets to win - not an easy kill in Australian conditions. The "traditional" Kohli has been erratic to say the least - loud, often foul-mouthed with a brash approach. However, on the last day Indian fans saw a new captain - the advent of Kohli 2.0.</p>

<p>In the post-match press conference, <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-aus-cant-be-happy-with-one-test-match-and-need-to-build-on-this-says-virat-kohli-182821">the Indian skipper frankly</a> declared that his team won't be satisfied with the victory at Adelaide and will keep pushing to get&nbsp;better, a view which very few Test captains have expressed earlier while travelling abroad.</p>

<p>In an earlier interview, a mellowed Kohli had said just ahead of the Adelaide Test that he didn't know where to "draw the line" but admitted that he learnt from those experiences, "but mistakes that were important for me to commit", the Indian captain conceded because it helped him to correct them on the way and keep moving. It is a&nbsp;sign of a captain coming of age.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kohli admitted that he realised his mistakes and that he was now "massively different" from the earlier two tours to Australia. It might just reflect in the bottom line in this series if India clinches the Test series, and maybe even the one-dayers later in the new year.</p>

<p>The Aussies who are still recovering from the ball-tampering row and have put on their soft face in this series.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The new Aussie coach Justin langer recently said that the home team often targeted the captain, it was the norm in Australia but in the post-tampering era, the coach said the Australians would be viewed as the "worst blokes in the world", although the comment came in for harsh criticism but the truth is India has done an Australia in Oz, unbelievable for an Indian fan!</p>

<p>In fact, Tendulkar on Twitter said India should make the most of the situation and "not lose their grip". Everyone it seems can smell blood in the water but at any rate, the Aussies at home cannot be written off just yet, as the last three wickets demonstrated, a few loose balls and a longer partnership would have changed the whole story of the series.</p>

<p>Langer, of course, did not take too kindly to Tendulkar's comment pointing out that the Indian maestro started playing against the greats of the game including Waugh, Boon, Ponting and Co, the current Australian team the coach said was&nbsp;still an "inexperienced" outfit.</p>

<p>This perhaps is the right time to put a few "scars"&nbsp;in the minds of the new generation of Australian cricketers - Waugh style and who better than the Indian captain himself, after all, he has held a grudge against the Aussies for a while now.</p>

<p>'India's Test' begins now with the hosts on the mat and Virat emerging as a "new captain". The battle to conquer the final frontier in Australia has truly begun.</p>

<p><em>(Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author and do not reflect the views of ZMCL)</em></p>


India clinched the first Test at Adelaide after giving the fans some jittery moments as the last two wickets came close to taking the game away from the visitors, a victory by just 31 runs as Ashwin put his hand up and got the last man Hazelwood.

India clinched the first Test at Adelaide after giving the fans some jittery moments as the last two wickets came close to taking the game away from the visitors, a victory by just 31 runs as Ashwin put his hand up and got the last man Hazelwood. Kohli's body language held the key on the final day with India needing 6 wickets to win - not an easy kill in Australian conditions. The "traditional" Kohli has been erratic to say the least - loud, often foul-mouthed with a brash approach. However, on the last day Indian fans saw a new captain - the advent of Kohli 2.0. In the post-match press conference, the Indian skipper frankly declared that his team won't be satisfied with the victory at Adelaide and will keep pushing to get better, a view which very few Test captains have expressed earlier while travelling abroad. In an earlier interview, a mellowed Kohli had said just ahead of the Adelaide Test that he didn't know where to "draw the line" but admitted that he learnt from those experiences, "but mistakes that were important for me to commit", the Indian captain conceded because it helped him to correct them on the way and keep moving. It is a sign of a captain coming of age. Kohli admitted that he realised his mistakes and that he was now "massively different" from the earlier two tours to Australia. It might just reflect in the bottom line in this series if India clinches the Test series, and maybe even the one-dayers later in the new year. The Aussies who are still recovering from the ball-tampering row and have put on their soft face in this series. The new Aussie coach Justin langer recently said that the home team often targeted the captain, it was the norm in Australia but in the post-tampering era, the coach said the Australians would be viewed as the "worst blokes in the world", although the comment came in for harsh criticism but the truth is India has done an Australia in Oz, unbelievable for an Indian fan! In fact, Tendulkar on Twitter said India should make the most of the situation and "not lose their grip". Everyone it seems can smell blood in the water but at any rate, the Aussies at home cannot be written off just yet, as the last three wickets demonstrated, a few loose balls and a longer partnership would have changed the whole story of the series. Langer, of course, did not take too kindly to Tendulkar's comment pointing out that the Indian maestro started playing against the greats of the game including Waugh, Boon, Ponting and Co, the current Australian team the coach said was still an "inexperienced" outfit. This perhaps is the right time to put a few "scars" in the minds of the new generation of Australian cricketers - Waugh style and who better than the Indian captain himself, after all, he has held a grudge against the Aussies for a while now. 'India's Test' begins now with the hosts on the mat and Virat emerging as a "new captain". The battle to conquer the final frontier in Australia has truly begun. (Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author and do not reflect the views of ZMCL)

Why Australia must fear Kohli's 2.0 version at Adelaide

<p>India did not bat smartly in the first innings, reckoned skipper Virat Kohli on Monday, asking his team-mates to show more patience and application to frustrate the Australian bowlers in the remaining Tests of the four-match series.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India, who claimed the opening Test by 31 runs, were 86 for 5 in the first innings before Cheteshwar Pujara's gritty 123 helped the visitors post 250.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"In the first innings, we did not bat smartly in the first session and allowed their bowlers to get back in the game," said Kohli after India bowled out Australia for 291 in their innings to take a 1-0 lead in the series.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The longer we stay at the crease, they will have to bowl 2nd or 3rd spells and you have more scoring opportunities because when the kookaburra gets softer, you can play shots easier," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"In the second innings we had to take a different approach because there was time in the game, we did not want to score runs too early because if we keep them in the field, they will get frustrated and we will get runs later. That was one thing that we have to keep in mind for the next Test," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the second innings, Murali Vijay (18) and KL Rahul (44) put on a 63-run opening partnership to give India a good start.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The way Vijay and Rahul batted in second innings, I think it was overcast and very important phase, they took on the bowlers, especially Rahul. I think those contributions should not be neglected. A 44-run contribution in the context of a 323-run target is massive," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I think everyone can be proud of how they played this game but given an opportunity, from 40 to get a big 100, that's something every batsman would want to do and that's something that all of us will try and do in the next game. If you have control of the game, drive home the advantage."&nbsp;</p>

<p>India won the opening Test of a series in Australia for the first time in 70 years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian skipper underlined the importance of this win in the context of the team's overseas cycle, wherein they have played well in South Africa and England, but failed to press on from positions of strength.</p>

<p>"Earlier we used to say that we have played very well but didn't win - we don't even want to think about. We don't want to think about playing well and not winning. Our aim is just to win and if the opportunity is there we will go to win," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We were totally convinced in our minds that a result is possible - either we will win or the match will be drawn. We didn't even think about defeat. We have to continue that mindset in the next few matches."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kohli was all praise for man of the match Pujara for his innings and also lauded off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin for perfect execution of his skills.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Look as a captain you obviously want someone to put his hand up and Pujara was outstanding. He was the difference between the two teams for sure," said Kohli.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ashwin picked up three wickets in each innings after bowling 86.5 overs in the match.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He was given a specific role. I think he was very economical and bowled in the right areas, just to create enough chances and keep one end tight, because we didn't want to go overboard wanting him to attack too much as that would have opened up scoring options as well," Kohli said about Ashwin.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He controlled the game nicely and kept us in the game, not letting it drift away too much away at any stage. I think he did his job perfectly, that's a good start for him. He hasn't started that well in Australia before and I think he can build on that."&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ajinkya Rahane also chipped in with a 147-ball 70 in the second innings and Kohli praised on the stylish batsman for his efforts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I think Ajinkya batted superbly as well, so fearless and positive and that's his game and that's his template; taking their bowlers on and not being intimidated. He has confidence in his own space, which I think is the most important thing for him," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"And the fact that he could do it in the first game, we have seen him build on it in Australia in the past. If he can bat like that every Test match, I think, he certainly can take away the game from the opposition and set the game in a session. That's how good he is when he is on a roll," he added.</p>


India did not bat smartly in the first innings, reckoned skipper Virat Kohli on Monday, asking his team-mates to show more patience and application to frustrate the Australian bowlers in the remaining Tests of the four-match series.

India did not bat smartly in the first innings, reckoned skipper Virat Kohli on Monday, asking his team-mates to show more patience and application to frustrate the Australian bowlers in the remaining Tests of the four-match series. India, who claimed the opening Test by 31 runs, were 86 for 5 in the first innings before Cheteshwar Pujara's gritty 123 helped the visitors post 250. "In the first innings, we did not bat smartly in the first session and allowed their bowlers to get back in the game," said Kohli after India bowled out Australia for 291 in their innings to take a 1-0 lead in the series. "The longer we stay at the crease, they will have to bowl 2nd or 3rd spells and you have more scoring opportunities because when the kookaburra gets softer, you can play shots easier," he said. "In the second innings we had to take a different approach because there was time in the game, we did not want to score runs too early because if we keep them in the field, they will get frustrated and we will get runs later. That was one thing that we have to keep in mind for the next Test," he said. In the second innings, Murali Vijay (18) and KL Rahul (44) put on a 63-run opening partnership to give India a good start. "The way Vijay and Rahul batted in second innings, I think it was overcast and very important phase, they took on the bowlers, especially Rahul. I think those contributions should not be neglected. A 44-run contribution in the context of a 323-run target is massive," he said. "I think everyone can be proud of how they played this game but given an opportunity, from 40 to get a big 100, that's something every batsman would want to do and that's something that all of us will try and do in the next game. If you have control of the game, drive home the advantage." India won the opening Test of a series in Australia for the first time in 70 years. The Indian skipper underlined the importance of this win in the context of the team's overseas cycle, wherein they have played well in South Africa and England, but failed to press on from positions of strength. "Earlier we used to say that we have played very well but didn't win - we don't even want to think about. We don't want to think about playing well and not winning. Our aim is just to win and if the opportunity is there we will go to win," he said. "We were totally convinced in our minds that a result is possible - either we will win or the match will be drawn. We didn't even think about defeat. We have to continue that mindset in the next few matches." Kohli was all praise for man of the match Pujara for his innings and also lauded off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin for perfect execution of his skills. "Look as a captain you obviously want someone to put his hand up and Pujara was outstanding. He was the difference between the two teams for sure," said Kohli. Ashwin picked up three wickets in each innings after bowling 86.5 overs in the match. "He was given a specific role. I think he was very economical and bowled in the right areas, just to create enough chances and keep one end tight, because we didn't want to go overboard wanting him to attack too much as that would have opened up scoring options as well," Kohli said about Ashwin. "He controlled the game nicely and kept us in the game, not letting it drift away too much away at any stage. I think he did his job perfectly, that's a good start for him. He hasn't started that well in Australia before and I think he can build on that." Ajinkya Rahane also chipped in with a 147-ball 70 in the second innings and Kohli praised on the stylish batsman for his efforts. "I think Ajinkya batted superbly as well, so fearless and positive and that's his game and that's his template; taking their bowlers on and not being intimidated. He has confidence in his own space, which I think is the most important thing for him," he said. "And the fact that he could do it in the first game, we have seen him build on it in Australia in the past. If he can bat like that every Test match, I think, he certainly can take away the game from the opposition and set the game in a session. That's how good he is when he is on a roll," he added.

This is how Virat Kohli will frustrate Australia in next Test

<p>India captain Virat Kohli says he was sad to see the public backlash faced by Steve Smith and David Warner for their role in the ball-tampering scandal in South Africa earlier this year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Smith and Warner are currently serving one-year bans after being found of guilty of ball-tampering during the Cape Town Test in March.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Well, it was sad to see. As big a thing as it became, you never want to see anyone go through that because I have known David and I have known Steve as well," Kohli told former Australian wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist in an interview on a popular cricket related channel.</p>

<p>"Apart all the competitiveness on the field and all the battles that you have, you never want to see such a magnitude happen to two sportsmen and what happened after was, I felt, very bad. I felt like that the things happened after shouldn't have happened," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Besides Smith and Warner, Cricket Australia also handed a nine-month ban to Cameron Bancroft for playing his part in the infamous incident that rocked the nation.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Upon their arrival from South Africa, Smith and Warner were treated like criminals and that did not go down well with many former players.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kohli too was affected by the entire episode.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The things that hit me the hardest was the way they were received at the airports and the way they were escorted out. Those things to me felt like this is very, very hectic.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It is not my place to comment on the decisions but to treat people like that for me it was unpleasant to see. I would never want to experience that as a cricketer," he added.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Without Smith and Warner, not many are backing the Australian team to win the ongoing four-Test series against India.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>India on Monday <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-beat-australia-by-31-runs-to-clinch-first-test-182794">won the first Test by 31 runs </a>to draw first blood in the series.&nbsp;</p>


India captain Virat Kohli says he was sad to see the public backlash faced by Steve Smith and David Warner for their role in the ball-tampering scandal in South Africa earlier this year.

India captain Virat Kohli says he was sad to see the public backlash faced by Steve Smith and David Warner for their role in the ball-tampering scandal in South Africa earlier this year. Smith and Warner are currently serving one-year bans after being found of guilty of ball-tampering during the Cape Town Test in March. "Well, it was sad to see. As big a thing as it became, you never want to see anyone go through that because I have known David and I have known Steve as well," Kohli told former Australian wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist in an interview on a popular cricket related channel. "Apart all the competitiveness on the field and all the battles that you have, you never want to see such a magnitude happen to two sportsmen and what happened after was, I felt, very bad. I felt like that the things happened after shouldn't have happened," he said. Besides Smith and Warner, Cricket Australia also handed a nine-month ban to Cameron Bancroft for playing his part in the infamous incident that rocked the nation. × Upon their arrival from South Africa, Smith and Warner were treated like criminals and that did not go down well with many former players. Kohli too was affected by the entire episode. "The things that hit me the hardest was the way they were received at the airports and the way they were escorted out. Those things to me felt like this is very, very hectic. "It is not my place to comment on the decisions but to treat people like that for me it was unpleasant to see. I would never want to experience that as a cricketer," he added. Without Smith and Warner, not many are backing the Australian team to win the ongoing four-Test series against India. India on Monday won the first Test by 31 runs to draw first blood in the series.

Virat Kohli speaks on Smith, Warner ball-tampering bans

<p>Australia lost just two wickets to finish 186 for the loss of six wickets at lunch.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, Australian batsman Shaun Marsh and skipper Tim Paine were battling hard on the fifth and final day of the first test match at Adelaide Oval on Monday, before Bumrah broke Marsh's resistance at 60.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On day 4, Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin and paceman Mohammed Shami combined to tear through Australia's top order and bring India in a commanding position.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shaun Marsh was 31 not out and Travis Head on 11, the pair fighting a desperate rearguard action to nudge Australia to 104 for four at stumps on day four, still 219 runs short of their victory target of 323.</p>

<p>Australia will need to defy history to chase down the total and survive the wiles of Ashwin on a fifth-day pitch.</p>

<p>The highest successful run chase was in 1902, when the hosts scored 315 for six to beat England.</p>


Australia lost just two wickets to finish 186 for the loss of six wickets at lunch. Earlier, Australian batsman Shaun Marsh and skipper Tim Paine were battling hard on the fifth and final day of the first test match at Adelaide Oval on Monday, before Bumrah broke Marsh's resistance at 60.

Australia lost just two wickets to finish 186 for the loss of six wickets at lunch. Earlier, Australian batsman Shaun Marsh and skipper Tim Paine were battling hard on the fifth and final day of the first test match at Adelaide Oval on Monday, before Bumrah broke Marsh's resistance at 60. On day 4, Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin and paceman Mohammed Shami combined to tear through Australia's top order and bring India in a commanding position. Shaun Marsh was 31 not out and Travis Head on 11, the pair fighting a desperate rearguard action to nudge Australia to 104 for four at stumps on day four, still 219 runs short of their victory target of 323. Australia will need to defy history to chase down the total and survive the wiles of Ashwin on a fifth-day pitch. The highest successful run chase was in 1902, when the hosts scored 315 for six to beat England.

IND vs AUS: Australia 186/6 at lunch, need 137 runs more

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