<p>Virat Kohli was among the three players Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) retained ahead of IPL 2025; despite their picks at the mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, he remains the top contender to lead the franchise next season. Meanwhile, ace India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who will play for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) from next season onwards, answered why he believes Kohli will be back as the RCB skipper.</p>

<p>Even though RCB bagged the English duo of Liam Livingstone and Phil Salt, they lack options in the leadership group, with Kohli emerging as the only choice left with the franchise. Speaking on the same lines, Ashwin said unless the RCB decides to work on making anyone else the skipper, Virat remains the evident pick for him.</p>

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<p>“In all likelihood, I think Virat Kohli is going to captain that side. That's the feeling I get because they haven't gone for a captain. Unless and until they are going to go with somebody else. I don't see anyone other than Virat as captain,” Ashwin said while talking on his official YouTube handle.</p>

<h2>RCB had a terrific auction</h2>

<p>Ashwin praised RCB’s auction strategy this time, saying they had a terrific outing as they played the balancing and waiting game well. He noted that despite having a bigger purse as compared to several teams, they didn’t rush into buying big names, unlike Punjab or Delhi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The veteran spinner continued that instead of using RTMs on several top players, the RCB management stuck to their strategy and purchased those who ticked the boxes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“I actually personally think they had a terrific auction. They balanced it and waited it out. Many teams came into this auction with many crores in their purses. They came blazing right in the front, but RCB played the waiting game even though they had a lot of money. Who do I need? They are the ones I need. My overall team is important. My 12 or 14 is important,” Ashwin said.</p>

<p>“What will work in our conditions? I want that sort of a side. I need that team. Even though I have RTMs, I am not going to use them. I will end up picking who I want. I will follow the strategy till the end,” he added.</p>

<p>Besides Salt and Livingstone, RCB bagged Tim David and Josh Hazlewood alongside roping in Jitesh Sharma as the keeper-batter option. Romario Shepherd, Nuwan Thushara, and Jacob Bethell are other foreign names to join the RCB squad.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Virat Kohli was among the three players Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) retained ahead of IPL 2025; despite their picks at the mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, he remains the top contender to lead the franchise next season.

Virat Kohli was among the three players Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) retained ahead of IPL 2025; despite their picks at the mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, he remains the top contender to lead the franchise next season. Meanwhile, ace India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who will play for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) from next season onwards, answered why he believes Kohli will be back as the RCB skipper. Even though RCB bagged the English duo of Liam Livingstone and Phil Salt, they lack options in the leadership group, with Kohli emerging as the only choice left with the franchise. Speaking on the same lines, Ashwin said unless the RCB decides to work on making anyone else the skipper, Virat remains the evident pick for him. ALSO READ: Joe Root surpasses Sachin Tendulkar for most runs in fourth innings as ENG complete quickest run chase vs NZ “In all likelihood, I think Virat Kohli is going to captain that side. That's the feeling I get because they haven't gone for a captain. Unless and until they are going to go with somebody else. I don't see anyone other than Virat as captain,” Ashwin said while talking on his official YouTube handle. RCB had a terrific auction Ashwin praised RCB’s auction strategy this time, saying they had a terrific outing as they played the balancing and waiting game well. He noted that despite having a bigger purse as compared to several teams, they didn’t rush into buying big names, unlike Punjab or Delhi. The veteran spinner continued that instead of using RTMs on several top players, the RCB management stuck to their strategy and purchased those who ticked the boxes. “I actually personally think they had a terrific auction. They balanced it and waited it out. Many teams came into this auction with many crores in their purses. They came blazing right in the front, but RCB played the waiting game even though they had a lot of money. Who do I need? They are the ones I need. My overall team is important. My 12 or 14 is important,” Ashwin said. “What will work in our conditions? I want that sort of a side. I need that team. Even though I have RTMs, I am not going to use them. I will end up picking who I want. I will follow the strategy till the end,” he added. Besides Salt and Livingstone, RCB bagged Tim David and Josh Hazlewood alongside roping in Jitesh Sharma as the keeper-batter option. Romario Shepherd, Nuwan Thushara, and Jacob Bethell are other foreign names to join the RCB squad. (With inputs from agencies)

Will RCB reappoint Virat Kohli as captain for IPL 2025? Ravichandran Ashwin answers

<p>Former Australian captain Allan Border criticised Pat Cummins-led hosts for letting Virat Kohli 'roll onto a hundred without much resistance' during India's second innings of the Perth Test, which they won by 295 runs. Ahead of the second Test at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, Border slammed Australia's tactics in the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) opener, in Perth, and stated he doesn't want to see a confident Kohli as it would be alarming signs for the hosts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Talking on SEN radio, Border said, "I was really disappointed in the way we let Kohli roll on to a hundred without much resistance.&nbsp;We don't want this guy full of confidence for the rest of the series.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, former Aussie opener Matthew Hayden had also&nbsp;stated on Channel 7, after India's Perth Test win,&nbsp;"They missed a few tricks with Virat Kohli in the early part of his innings. Nathan Lyon had a mid-on back, one on the off-side catching and a mid-wicket. I felt like it was so easy for him to get off strike." He further opined, "You can't cut a sucker an even break when a bloke is under pressure as he was. The field we finished with - two slips, no point, a man straight - it offered up the outside edge of his bat as well. He found it a little more frustrating. When he got the bit between the teeth, it was too late."</p>

<p>India bundled out for a paltry 150 on the opening day of the 2024/25 BGT edition, after opting to bat first. However, they stormed back into the match by dismissing Australia for 104, with stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah taking 5 for 30. From thereon, it was a one-way traffic as India rode on Yashasvi Jaiswal's 161, Kohli's 100* and KL Rahul's 77 to declare at 487-6, giving a massive 534-run target. Eventually, the home side bundled out for 238 to lose convincingly.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Hayden also slammed the home bowling unit for not testing Jaiswal enough with the short-pitched deliveries. He added, "Jaiswal looked vulnerable against it. Maybe tiny things with Pat Cummins, the ability to think through these decisions. They were shell-shocked from the average batting performance (in the first innings) and as we see now, again, bombs are going."</p>

<p>India have a 1-0 lead in the five-match Test series in the ongoing BGT edition Down Under. The second Test kicks off on Dec 6 in Adelaide, i.e. a pink-ball contest. Australia would hope to find ways to keep Kohli at bay, who returned to form and slammed his third Test ton since 2020 (seventh in Australia).</p>


Former Australian captain Allan Border criticised Pat Cummins-led hosts for letting Virat Kohli 'roll onto a hundred without much resistance' during India's second innings of the Perth Test, which they won by 295 runs.

Former Australian captain Allan Border criticised Pat Cummins-led hosts for letting Virat Kohli 'roll onto a hundred without much resistance' during India's second innings of the Perth Test, which they won by 295 runs. Ahead of the second Test at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, Border slammed Australia's tactics in the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) opener, in Perth, and stated he doesn't want to see a confident Kohli as it would be alarming signs for the hosts. Talking on SEN radio, Border said, "I was really disappointed in the way we let Kohli roll on to a hundred without much resistance. We don't want this guy full of confidence for the rest of the series. Meanwhile, former Aussie opener Matthew Hayden had also stated on Channel 7, after India's Perth Test win, "They missed a few tricks with Virat Kohli in the early part of his innings. Nathan Lyon had a mid-on back, one on the off-side catching and a mid-wicket. I felt like it was so easy for him to get off strike." He further opined, "You can't cut a sucker an even break when a bloke is under pressure as he was. The field we finished with - two slips, no point, a man straight - it offered up the outside edge of his bat as well. He found it a little more frustrating. When he got the bit between the teeth, it was too late." India bundled out for a paltry 150 on the opening day of the 2024/25 BGT edition, after opting to bat first. However, they stormed back into the match by dismissing Australia for 104, with stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah taking 5 for 30. From thereon, it was a one-way traffic as India rode on Yashasvi Jaiswal's 161, Kohli's 100* and KL Rahul's 77 to declare at 487-6, giving a massive 534-run target. Eventually, the home side bundled out for 238 to lose convincingly. Also read: BGT 2024/25: Rahul should bat at No. 3 if Rohit Sharma wants to open in Adelaide Test, feels Pujara Hayden also slammed the home bowling unit for not testing Jaiswal enough with the short-pitched deliveries. He added, "Jaiswal looked vulnerable against it. Maybe tiny things with Pat Cummins, the ability to think through these decisions. They were shell-shocked from the average batting performance (in the first innings) and as we see now, again, bombs are going." India have a 1-0 lead in the five-match Test series in the ongoing BGT edition Down Under. The second Test kicks off on Dec 6 in Adelaide, i.e. a pink-ball contest. Australia would hope to find ways to keep Kohli at bay, who returned to form and slammed his third Test ton since 2020 (seventh in Australia).

BGT: Don't want 'confident' Virat Kohli for rest of series, reckons former Australia captain ahead of 2nd Test

<p>Virat Kohli silenced his critics in style by slamming an unbeaten 100 in the second innings of the Perth Test between India and Australia, i.e. the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) opener, which saw Jasprit Bumrah-led visitors win by 295 runs. Kohli had only two Test tons since 2020 and fell flat in India's home season before the Australia series. Despite failing in the first innings at Perth, Kohli impressed one and all with his 81st international hundred. Thus, former Indian head coach Rahul Dravid has backed Kohli to have a memorable series Down Under following his Perth ton.</p>

<p>Talking on Star Sports, Dravid said, "He's been batting really well, even in South Africa a few months ago when we were there, I thought he was batting really well on a couple of difficult wickets. It's just nice for him to be able to get that hundred at the start of the series. I think he could have a big series."</p>

<p>During the Perth Test match, former India opener Sunil Gavaskar spoke about the visible difference in Kohli's batting approach, which helped him break his century drought.</p>

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<p>In this regard, Gavaskar opined, "His body was completely relaxed when he came into bat in the second innings. In the first innings, he came out to bat when India had lost two early wickets, he might have been under pressure. In the second innings, I think he gave himself a little more time to play the ball and, apart from the wider stance, I think he allowed himself to play the bounce by being a little bit more upright,” Gavaskar told the broadcasters at the end of the Perth Test.</p>

<p>Talking about the BGT opener, Bumrah-led India opted to bat first and bundled out for 150 on Day 1. The stand-in captain, however, led the charge with his 5 for 30 leading to Australia getting out for 104. With a 46-run lead, India recovered in style with tons from Yashasvi Jaiswal (161), KL Rahul (77) and Kohli (100*). Eventually, the Aussies folded for 238 in the final innings, to lose by a whopping 295-run margin and concede a 1-0 lead.</p>

<p>The second Test begins from Dec 6 in Adelaide. Regular captain Rohit Sharma will return to the playing XI, after missing the Perth Test due to paternity leave.</p>


Virat Kohli silenced his critics in style by slamming an unbeaten 100 in the second innings of the Perth Test between India and Australia, i.e. the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) opener, which saw Jasprit Bumrah-led visitors win by 295 runs.

Virat Kohli silenced his critics in style by slamming an unbeaten 100 in the second innings of the Perth Test between India and Australia, i.e. the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) opener, which saw Jasprit Bumrah-led visitors win by 295 runs. Kohli had only two Test tons since 2020 and fell flat in India's home season before the Australia series. Despite failing in the first innings at Perth, Kohli impressed one and all with his 81st international hundred. Thus, former Indian head coach Rahul Dravid has backed Kohli to have a memorable series Down Under following his Perth ton. Talking on Star Sports, Dravid said, "He's been batting really well, even in South Africa a few months ago when we were there, I thought he was batting really well on a couple of difficult wickets. It's just nice for him to be able to get that hundred at the start of the series. I think he could have a big series." During the Perth Test match, former India opener Sunil Gavaskar spoke about the visible difference in Kohli's batting approach, which helped him break his century drought. Also read: BGT 2024/25: Sunil Gavaskar, Matthew Hayden decode what worked for Virat Kohli during his Perth Test ton In this regard, Gavaskar opined, "His body was completely relaxed when he came into bat in the second innings. In the first innings, he came out to bat when India had lost two early wickets, he might have been under pressure. In the second innings, I think he gave himself a little more time to play the ball and, apart from the wider stance, I think he allowed himself to play the bounce by being a little bit more upright,” Gavaskar told the broadcasters at the end of the Perth Test. Talking about the BGT opener, Bumrah-led India opted to bat first and bundled out for 150 on Day 1. The stand-in captain, however, led the charge with his 5 for 30 leading to Australia getting out for 104. With a 46-run lead, India recovered in style with tons from Yashasvi Jaiswal (161), KL Rahul (77) and Kohli (100*). Eventually, the Aussies folded for 238 in the final innings, to lose by a whopping 295-run margin and concede a 1-0 lead. The second Test begins from Dec 6 in Adelaide. Regular captain Rohit Sharma will return to the playing XI, after missing the Perth Test due to paternity leave.

BGT: 'Virat Kohli could've a big series,' Former India coach Rahul Dravid issues stern warning to Australia

<p>Virat Kohli silenced his critics in style with an unbeaten 100 in the second innings of the Perth Test, which India won by 295 runs to take a 1-0 lead over Australia in the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) opener. After Jasprit Bumrah-led India opted to bat first on Day 1, Kohli fell flat like every other Indian batter and got dismissed for 5. However, after India took a 46-run lead despite getting all-out for 150, Kohli turned it around in the second essay, along with Yashasvi Jaiswal (161), with a fine 100*. Thus, the visitors declared at 487-6, setting a mammoth 534-run target. Eventually, India bundled out Aussies for 238 to win the first Test in Perth. Following Kohli's 81st international century, former cricketers Sunil Gavaskar and Matthew Hayden dissected what worked for Kohli&nbsp;after he failed in the first innings in Perth.</p>

<p>Gavaskar told the broadcasters after the end of the Perth Test, "His body was completely relaxed when he came into bat in the second innings. In the first innings, he came out to bat when India had lost two early wickets, he might have been under pressure. In the second innings, I think he gave himself a little more time to play the ball and, apart from the wider stance, I think he allowed himself to play the bounce by being a little bit more upright."</p>

<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/bgt-202425-jaiswal-will-inherit-mantle-of-kohli-tendulkar-greg-chappell-lauds-fearless-indian-opener-779405">BGT 2024/25: Jaiswal will inherit mantle of Kohli, Tendulkar - Greg Chappell lauds 'fearless' Indian opener</a></strong></p>

<p>Meanwhile, Hayden opined, "I think Sunny (Sunil Gavaskar) made that point (with a slightly more upright stance). I think it’s an excellent point. The reverse can be said of someone going to India and staying low. I think by being a little more upright, your head position is right — staying on top of the bounce and being able to work the ball around from under your sight. I said from the start that I liked him batting more in line with the ball. I think that’s a good strategy. We saw some classic cases where he was able to work the ball through mid-wicket. You can’t do that batting outside the off-stump. Getting into the line was important."</p>

<p>The former Australian opener added, "I like that mid-wicket boundary that he hit off Hazlewood. That, to me, is not the easiest of shots. I think a straight drive is a little more easy, that’s not easy. Just to open up a little bit and play that shot, that was great. You’re never going to change the fact he is going to try and take the ball early. He is always going to be in front of himself. But, when you know he’s got the timing — when the body movement is right — he starts to play great on drives. When you think about the action of the on-drive, where do you take the ball? Not behind the body, but in front of your body. That’s his strength."</p>

<p>India rode on stand-in captain Bumrah's match figures of 8 for 72, Mohammed Siraj's regular strikes, vital contributions from KL Rahul, debutants Nitish Reddy and Harshit Rana, centurions Jaiswal and Kohli to bounce back in the Perth Test&nbsp;after managing&nbsp;150 on the first day.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The second Test will be played at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, which gets underway on Dec 6. Regular captain Rohit Sharma will return to the playing XI after missing the series opener due to paternity leave.</p>


Virat Kohli silenced his critics in style with an unbeaten 100 in the second innings of the Perth Test, which India won by 295 runs to take a 1-0 lead over Australia in the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) opener.

Virat Kohli silenced his critics in style with an unbeaten 100 in the second innings of the Perth Test, which India won by 295 runs to take a 1-0 lead over Australia in the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) opener. After Jasprit Bumrah-led India opted to bat first on Day 1, Kohli fell flat like every other Indian batter and got dismissed for 5. However, after India took a 46-run lead despite getting all-out for 150, Kohli turned it around in the second essay, along with Yashasvi Jaiswal (161), with a fine 100*. Thus, the visitors declared at 487-6, setting a mammoth 534-run target. Eventually, India bundled out Aussies for 238 to win the first Test in Perth. Following Kohli's 81st international century, former cricketers Sunil Gavaskar and Matthew Hayden dissected what worked for Kohli after he failed in the first innings in Perth. Gavaskar told the broadcasters after the end of the Perth Test, "His body was completely relaxed when he came into bat in the second innings. In the first innings, he came out to bat when India had lost two early wickets, he might have been under pressure. In the second innings, I think he gave himself a little more time to play the ball and, apart from the wider stance, I think he allowed himself to play the bounce by being a little bit more upright." Also read: BGT 2024/25: Jaiswal will inherit mantle of Kohli, Tendulkar - Greg Chappell lauds 'fearless' Indian opener Meanwhile, Hayden opined, "I think Sunny (Sunil Gavaskar) made that point (with a slightly more upright stance). I think it’s an excellent point. The reverse can be said of someone going to India and staying low. I think by being a little more upright, your head position is right — staying on top of the bounce and being able to work the ball around from under your sight. I said from the start that I liked him batting more in line with the ball. I think that’s a good strategy. We saw some classic cases where he was able to work the ball through mid-wicket. You can’t do that batting outside the off-stump. Getting into the line was important." The former Australian opener added, "I like that mid-wicket boundary that he hit off Hazlewood. That, to me, is not the easiest of shots. I think a straight drive is a little more easy, that’s not easy. Just to open up a little bit and play that shot, that was great. You’re never going to change the fact he is going to try and take the ball early. He is always going to be in front of himself. But, when you know he’s got the timing — when the body movement is right — he starts to play great on drives. When you think about the action of the on-drive, where do you take the ball? Not behind the body, but in front of your body. That’s his strength." India rode on stand-in captain Bumrah's match figures of 8 for 72, Mohammed Siraj's regular strikes, vital contributions from KL Rahul, debutants Nitish Reddy and Harshit Rana, centurions Jaiswal and Kohli to bounce back in the Perth Test after managing 150 on the first day. The second Test will be played at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, which gets underway on Dec 6. Regular captain Rohit Sharma will return to the playing XI after missing the series opener due to paternity leave.

BGT 2024/25: Sunil Gavaskar, Matthew Hayden decode what worked for Virat Kohli during his Perth Test ton

<p>India's stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah heaped praises on veteran batter Virat Kohli for his hundred in the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test in Perth, Australia. India won the match by a record-breaking 295 runs to take 1-0 lead in the five-Test series.</p>

<p>Kohli, on day 3 of the Test, scored his 30th Test ton - his first in nearly 500 days and his seventh Test hundred in Australia - going past legendary Sachin Tendulkar's record of six Test hundreds in Australia.</p>

<p>Kohli was dismissed for mere five runs in the first innings, raising further questions on his form. The batter, however, bounced back in style to score his ton.</p>

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<p>"I have said this before, Virat Kohli doesn't need us, we need him," Bumrah said at the press conference after the win.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He is an experienced player. This is his fourth or fifth tour. So he knows his cricket better than anyone else. He looked in good shape, he was mentally switched on. Sometimes when you have such a long career, you bat in tough conditions and he has batted in tough scenarios for a long time, but it's difficult to do that all the time in every match," he added.</p>

<p>Bumrah, who was declared Player of the Match for a haul of 8/72 in the game, also termed youngster Yashasvi Jaiswal's 161 as one of the best innings of the Southpaw's career.</p>

<p>"Out of all these innings, he [Jaiswal] had a great start to his career," Bumrah said while receiving the POTM award. "But the way he played in the last innings was probably his best Test innings so far because he left the ball. He has an attacking nature, but he left the ball well and played long. That really helped us," he added.</p>

<p>Chasing an astronomical 534, Australia were bowled out for 238 shortly after tea on day 4 (Monday, Nov 25). The second Test starts December 6 in Adelaide.</p>


India's stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah heaped praises on veteran batter Virat Kohli for his hundred in the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test in Perth, Australia.

India's stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah heaped praises on veteran batter Virat Kohli for his hundred in the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test in Perth, Australia. India won the match by a record-breaking 295 runs to take 1-0 lead in the five-Test series. Kohli, on day 3 of the Test, scored his 30th Test ton - his first in nearly 500 days and his seventh Test hundred in Australia - going past legendary Sachin Tendulkar's record of six Test hundreds in Australia. Kohli was dismissed for mere five runs in the first innings, raising further questions on his form. The batter, however, bounced back in style to score his ton. Also Read: Ind vs Aus: Updated WTC 2023-25 points table after India's historic win in Border-Gavaskar Trophy opener "I have said this before, Virat Kohli doesn't need us, we need him," Bumrah said at the press conference after the win. "He is an experienced player. This is his fourth or fifth tour. So he knows his cricket better than anyone else. He looked in good shape, he was mentally switched on. Sometimes when you have such a long career, you bat in tough conditions and he has batted in tough scenarios for a long time, but it's difficult to do that all the time in every match," he added. Bumrah, who was declared Player of the Match for a haul of 8/72 in the game, also termed youngster Yashasvi Jaiswal's 161 as one of the best innings of the Southpaw's career. "Out of all these innings, he [Jaiswal] had a great start to his career," Bumrah said while receiving the POTM award. "But the way he played in the last innings was probably his best Test innings so far because he left the ball. He has an attacking nature, but he left the ball well and played long. That really helped us," he added. Chasing an astronomical 534, Australia were bowled out for 238 shortly after tea on day 4 (Monday, Nov 25). The second Test starts December 6 in Adelaide.

BGT 2024-25: 'Kohli doesn't need us...,' says India skipper Jasprit Bumrah after 295-run win in Perth Test

<p>India's stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah lauded the national side's remarkable comeback, from being 150 all-out, to win the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) opening Test versus Australia at Perth on Monday (Nov. 25). Opting to bat first, India got dismissed for 150, but Bumrah-led bowling attack rose to the occasion and skittled out&nbsp;Australia for 104, taking a 46-run lead. Bumrah stood tall with 5 for 30. Following this, India rode on Yashasvi Jaiswal (161), KL Rahul (77) and Virat Kohli's 100* to declare at 487-6, setting a mammoth 534-run target. Eventually, Pat Cummins-led Australia folded up for 238 on Day 4, on Monday and lost&nbsp;by 295 runs. Bumrah was all praise for the fightback staged by his team and lauded both Jaiswal and Kohli in particular.</p>

<h2><strong>'Were put under pressure in the first innings, but the way we responded...'</strong></h2>

<p>After the win, Bumrah said in the post-match presentation, "Very happy with the beginning. Were put under pressure in the first innings, but the way we responded after that - very proud. Played here in 2018. I remember that when you start here, the wicket is a little soft, and then it gets quicker and quicker. Was relying on that experience. This wicket was a little less spicy than the last one. We were really well prepared, so I was telling everyone to have faith in their process and ability."</p>

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<p>He further lauded Jaiswal and Kohli and added, "Can't ask for anything else. Jaiswal has had a great start to his Test career. This was his best Test innings probably. He left the ball - he has an attacking nature, but he left the ball well and played long. About Virat - I didn't see him out of form at all. On challenging wickets it's hard to judge if a batsman is in form. He was looking good in the nets."</p>

<p>Bumrah himself had a great run, returning with match figures of 8 for 72. This became his first Test win as captain.</p>

<p>Coming into this series, India had several questions to answer owing to the poor form of Kohli, KL Rahul, etc. whereas Rohit was set to miss the game due to paternity leave. In addition, India was thrashed 3-0 at home by New Zealand, hence, the team management was also under severe pressure. However, India answered their critics in style and&nbsp;took&nbsp;a 1-0 lead in the 2024/25 BGT edition.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The second Test kicks off on Dec. 6 at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. It will be a day-night contest.</p>


India's stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah lauded the national side's remarkable comeback, from being 150 all-out, to win the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) opening Test versus Australia at Perth on Monday (Nov.

India's stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah lauded the national side's remarkable comeback, from being 150 all-out, to win the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) opening Test versus Australia at Perth on Monday (Nov. 25). Opting to bat first, India got dismissed for 150, but Bumrah-led bowling attack rose to the occasion and skittled out Australia for 104, taking a 46-run lead. Bumrah stood tall with 5 for 30. Following this, India rode on Yashasvi Jaiswal (161), KL Rahul (77) and Virat Kohli's 100* to declare at 487-6, setting a mammoth 534-run target. Eventually, Pat Cummins-led Australia folded up for 238 on Day 4, on Monday and lost by 295 runs. Bumrah was all praise for the fightback staged by his team and lauded both Jaiswal and Kohli in particular. 'Were put under pressure in the first innings, but the way we responded...' After the win, Bumrah said in the post-match presentation, "Very happy with the beginning. Were put under pressure in the first innings, but the way we responded after that - very proud. Played here in 2018. I remember that when you start here, the wicket is a little soft, and then it gets quicker and quicker. Was relying on that experience. This wicket was a little less spicy than the last one. We were really well prepared, so I was telling everyone to have faith in their process and ability." Also read: Ind vs Aus: Updated WTC 2023-25 points table after India's historic win in Border-Gavaskar Trophy opener He further lauded Jaiswal and Kohli and added, "Can't ask for anything else. Jaiswal has had a great start to his Test career. This was his best Test innings probably. He left the ball - he has an attacking nature, but he left the ball well and played long. About Virat - I didn't see him out of form at all. On challenging wickets it's hard to judge if a batsman is in form. He was looking good in the nets." Bumrah himself had a great run, returning with match figures of 8 for 72. This became his first Test win as captain. Coming into this series, India had several questions to answer owing to the poor form of Kohli, KL Rahul, etc. whereas Rohit was set to miss the game due to paternity leave. In addition, India was thrashed 3-0 at home by New Zealand, hence, the team management was also under severe pressure. However, India answered their critics in style and took a 1-0 lead in the 2024/25 BGT edition. The second Test kicks off on Dec. 6 at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. It will be a day-night contest.

BGT 2024/25: ‘The way we responded...,’ Bumrah lauds India’s win in Perth Test, praises Jaiswal and Kohli

<p>India batters Virat Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal broke multiple batting records on Sunday (Nov. 24) - day 3 of the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test in Perth, Australia. Both the batters scored their respective hundreds as India buried Australia under a mountain of runs.</p>

<h2><strong>Virat Kohli goes past Don Bradman,&nbsp;Sachin Tendulkar</strong></h2>

<p>Kohli, batting on 96, hit a four to reach his 30th Test hundred - one more than legendary Aussie batter Don Bradman's tally of 29. This was also his seventh Test hundred in Australia—the most for any visiting Indian batter as he went past Sachin Tendulkar's record of six Test hundreds in Australia.</p>

<p>Kohli is now third among active cricketers behind England's Joe Root (35) and Aussie Steve Smith (32) &amp; NZ's Kane Williamson (32) for most Test hundreds. For India, Kohli has the fourth-most Test hundreds in his career behind Sachin (49), Rahul Dravid (36) and Sunil Gavaskar (34).</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/bgt-virat-kohli-slams-30th-test-hundred-against-australia-as-india-make-merry-in-perth-778817">Bumrah breaks Australia’s back after Kohli hits 30th Test hundred in Perth</a></p>

<p>The ton was Kohli's ninth in Tests against Australia—the third most behind Jack Hobbs (12) and Sachin Tendulkar (11).</p>

<h2><strong>Jaiswal equals Graeme Smith</strong></h2>

<p>The southpaw scored 161 before getting out—his fourth Test hundred and all of them above 150. He is only the second player in Test history to convert his first four hundreds into 150s with the other being former SA skipper Graeme Smith.</p>

<p>Jaiswal also went past the likes of Pakistan's Javed Miandad, West Indian Brian Lara, and Sri Lanka's Mahela Jayawardene, who all converted their first three Test hundreds into 150s.</p>

<p>As for the match, India declared their second innings at 487/6 and set up a target of 534 for Australia to chase down. India's stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah, who had taken 5/30 in the first innings, took two more wickets in the second innings as Australia were pinned down at 12/3 by the close of play.</p>


India batters Virat Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal broke multiple batting records on Sunday (Nov. 24) - day 3 of the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test in Perth, Australia.

India batters Virat Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal broke multiple batting records on Sunday (Nov. 24) - day 3 of the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test in Perth, Australia. Both the batters scored their respective hundreds as India buried Australia under a mountain of runs. Virat Kohli goes past Don Bradman, Sachin Tendulkar Kohli, batting on 96, hit a four to reach his 30th Test hundred - one more than legendary Aussie batter Don Bradman's tally of 29. This was also his seventh Test hundred in Australia—the most for any visiting Indian batter as he went past Sachin Tendulkar's record of six Test hundreds in Australia. Kohli is now third among active cricketers behind England's Joe Root (35) and Aussie Steve Smith (32) & NZ's Kane Williamson (32) for most Test hundreds. For India, Kohli has the fourth-most Test hundreds in his career behind Sachin (49), Rahul Dravid (36) and Sunil Gavaskar (34). Also Read: Bumrah breaks Australia’s back after Kohli hits 30th Test hundred in Perth The ton was Kohli's ninth in Tests against Australia—the third most behind Jack Hobbs (12) and Sachin Tendulkar (11). Jaiswal equals Graeme Smith The southpaw scored 161 before getting out—his fourth Test hundred and all of them above 150. He is only the second player in Test history to convert his first four hundreds into 150s with the other being former SA skipper Graeme Smith. Jaiswal also went past the likes of Pakistan's Javed Miandad, West Indian Brian Lara, and Sri Lanka's Mahela Jayawardene, who all converted their first three Test hundreds into 150s. As for the match, India declared their second innings at 487/6 and set up a target of 534 for Australia to chase down. India's stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah, who had taken 5/30 in the first innings, took two more wickets in the second innings as Australia were pinned down at 12/3 by the close of play.

BGT 2024-25, Perth Test: Virat Kohli goes past Don Bradman, Jaiswal equals Graeme Smith with hundred

<p>There is nothing India can do wrong against Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth. After dominating with the bat, scoring a whopping 487 for six declared in their second innings, India picked up three wickets before stumps on day three to put Australia’s back against the wall. While Yashasvi Jaiswal made headlines for his maiden Test hundred Down Under, Virat Kohli’s 30th Test century was the cherry on the cake.</p>

<p>Captain Jasprit Bumrah picked up two wickets before stumps on day three, including debutant Nathan McSweeney on a duck and Marnus Labuschagne on three. Siraj claimed the wicket of Pat Cummins.</p>

<p>Australia now need 522 more runs to win the first Test with seven wickets remaining.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Jaiswal, Kohli mat Australia</h2>

<p>After India folded up for 150 in the first innings, they looked like surrendering the BGT opener even before the IPL 2025 mega auction would begin. Things changed quickly, as the visitors wrapped up Australia on a mere 104, with Bumrah picking a five-for.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/anushka-sharma-cheers-for-husband-virat-kohli-as-he-hits-century-in-bgt-test-watch-778822">BGT: Anushka Sharma cheers for husband Virat Kohli as he hits ton in Perth | Watch</a></strong></p>

<p>A 46-run lead was a physiological advantage for India, which they banked on and made merry for the next five sessions. The openers, Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul, added 201 for the first wicket—the highest by an Indian opening pair in Australia.&nbsp;The left-hander batter hit his first Test hundred against the Oz, completing his fourth 150-plus score in Tests soon after.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Though a flurry of wickets dented India’s momentum, with four batters back in the hut for 45 runs, Kohli and Washington Sundar steadied India’s ship, stitching a partnership to put their nose ahead in this game. The pair added 89 runs for the sixth wicket before Nathan Lyon bowled the all-rounder on 29.</p>

<p>Debutant Nitish Kumar Reddy upped the ante with a quick-fire 38 off 27 balls, including two sixes and three fours, but what made everyone stand on their toes was Virat’s first Test hundred in 492 days and the seventh against Australia in their backyard. While everyone was celebrating his century, Bumrah called the pair up, declaring the innings, giving Australia the target of 534.&nbsp;</p>

<h3>Bumrah hit final nail in the coffin</h3>

<p>Just when Australia thought they could have their moment in this match, Bumrah struck in his first over, removing McSweeney on a duck. Pat Cummins, who walked in as the night watchman, departed in the fourth over before Bumrah wrapped up the proceedings by trapping Marnus Labuschagne in front.</p>

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<p>With two days remaining, Australia need a humongous effort to win the match from here.&nbsp;</p>

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There is nothing India can do wrong against Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth. After dominating with the bat, scoring a whopping 487 for six declared in their second innings, India picked up three wickets before stumps on day three to put Australia’s back against the wall.

There is nothing India can do wrong against Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth. After dominating with the bat, scoring a whopping 487 for six declared in their second innings, India picked up three wickets before stumps on day three to put Australia’s back against the wall. While Yashasvi Jaiswal made headlines for his maiden Test hundred Down Under, Virat Kohli’s 30th Test century was the cherry on the cake. Captain Jasprit Bumrah picked up two wickets before stumps on day three, including debutant Nathan McSweeney on a duck and Marnus Labuschagne on three. Siraj claimed the wicket of Pat Cummins. Australia now need 522 more runs to win the first Test with seven wickets remaining. Jaiswal, Kohli mat Australia After India folded up for 150 in the first innings, they looked like surrendering the BGT opener even before the IPL 2025 mega auction would begin. Things changed quickly, as the visitors wrapped up Australia on a mere 104, with Bumrah picking a five-for. ALSO READ: BGT: Anushka Sharma cheers for husband Virat Kohli as he hits ton in Perth | Watch A 46-run lead was a physiological advantage for India, which they banked on and made merry for the next five sessions. The openers, Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul, added 201 for the first wicket—the highest by an Indian opening pair in Australia. The left-hander batter hit his first Test hundred against the Oz, completing his fourth 150-plus score in Tests soon after. What a way to bring up the ton! #AUSvIND | #MilestoneMoment | @nrmainsurance pic.twitter.com/okMDAno5tE — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) November 24, 2024 × Though a flurry of wickets dented India’s momentum, with four batters back in the hut for 45 runs, Kohli and Washington Sundar steadied India’s ship, stitching a partnership to put their nose ahead in this game. The pair added 89 runs for the sixth wicket before Nathan Lyon bowled the all-rounder on 29. Debutant Nitish Kumar Reddy upped the ante with a quick-fire 38 off 27 balls, including two sixes and three fours, but what made everyone stand on their toes was Virat’s first Test hundred in 492 days and the seventh against Australia in their backyard. While everyone was celebrating his century, Bumrah called the pair up, declaring the innings, giving Australia the target of 534. Bumrah hit final nail in the coffin Just when Australia thought they could have their moment in this match, Bumrah struck in his first over, removing McSweeney on a duck. Pat Cummins, who walked in as the night watchman, departed in the fourth over before Bumrah wrapped up the proceedings by trapping Marnus Labuschagne in front. The final over of the day, the perfect finish for India #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/Pci4mZdEpW — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) November 24, 2024 × With two days remaining, Australia need a humongous effort to win the match from here. (With inputs from agencies)

BGT: Bumrah breaks Australia’s back after Kohli hits 30th Test hundred in Perth

<p>It's a day of celebration! Indian cricketer Virat Kohli scored a century on day 3 at the India vs. Australia Test match in Perth on Sunday (Nov. 24). And Virat's wife, Anushka, was on cloud nine on the big milestone being achieved by her husband.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Bollywood actress applauded&nbsp;her husband's performance from the pavilion, and much like always, King Kohli didn't forget to blow a flying kiss towards his wife&nbsp;as the whole stadium cheered for his hundred at the Optus Stadium in Perth.</p>

<p>Dressed casually for the day outing, the actress wore a blue and white dress. She kept her hair open and accessorised her look with silver earrings, bracelets and a watch&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Another heart-winning moment that was captured on the camera was of Anushka when Virat scored his 32nd Test half-century.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a viral video, the<em> PK</em> actress stood and clapped with pride for her husband. She was also seen enthusiastically&nbsp;clapping for Kohli as he scored big during the match today.</p>

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<p>This is not the first day Anushka was spotted on the stands. On Saturday (Nov. 23), the actress&nbsp;showed up at the stadium in a casual white top with blue jeans as was seen enjoying the match.</p>

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<p>While fans love Anushka and Virat's stadium PDA, few netizens were left disappointed after the camera started showing Anushka repeatedly. Netizens slammed the cameraperson for panning the camera at&nbsp;Anushka in each&nbsp;over, saying that they are focusing the camera more on the actress than the game.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One user wrote, ''Cameraman showing Anushka Sharma more than the live cricket going on.''</p>

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<p>Another user wrote, ''Fox cricket kaise dekhe? Link vagera hai to do please. Ye star sports anushka sharma ko dekhne ke liye nhi lagaya hai.''</p>

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It's a day of celebration! Indian cricketer Virat Kohli scored a century on day 3 at the India vs. Australia Test match in Perth on Sunday (Nov. 24). And Virat's wife, Anushka, was on cloud nine on the big milestone being achieved by her husband.

It's a day of celebration! Indian cricketer Virat Kohli scored a century on day 3 at the India vs. Australia Test match in Perth on Sunday (Nov. 24). And Virat's wife, Anushka, was on cloud nine on the big milestone being achieved by her husband. The Bollywood actress applauded her husband's performance from the pavilion, and much like always, King Kohli didn't forget to blow a flying kiss towards his wife as the whole stadium cheered for his hundred at the Optus Stadium in Perth. Dressed casually for the day outing, the actress wore a blue and white dress. She kept her hair open and accessorised her look with silver earrings, bracelets and a watch The 𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚's 6th half-century against Australia in Tests! 💙 AUSkaBOSS of #ToughestRivalry! 🔥 📺 #AUSvINDOnStar 👉 1st Test, Day 3, LIVE NOW! #AUSvIND #ToughestRivalry pic.twitter.com/EDZeN5qUGu — Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) November 24, 2024 × Another heart-winning moment that was captured on the camera was of Anushka when Virat scored his 32nd Test half-century. In a viral video, the PK actress stood and clapped with pride for her husband. She was also seen enthusiastically clapping for Kohli as he scored big during the match today. Anushka Sharma watching Virat Kohli playing 🤩 The 𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚's 6th half-century against Australia in Tests! 💙 📺 #AUSvINDOnStar 👉 1st Test, Day 3, LIVE NOW! #AUSvIND #ToughestRivalry#AUSvINDOnStar#ViratKohli | #AnushkaSharma | #AUSvsIND pic.twitter.com/jMpQuk2Wgo — Laxman Choudhary (@Its_Lakhi) November 24, 2024 × This is not the first day Anushka was spotted on the stands. On Saturday (Nov. 23), the actress showed up at the stadium in a casual white top with blue jeans as was seen enjoying the match. Anushka Sharma in the stands. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/zLuFsiSiwn — Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) November 23, 2024 × While fans love Anushka and Virat's stadium PDA, few netizens were left disappointed after the camera started showing Anushka repeatedly. Netizens slammed the cameraperson for panning the camera at Anushka in each over, saying that they are focusing the camera more on the actress than the game. One user wrote, ''Cameraman showing Anushka Sharma more than the live cricket going on.'' Fox cricket kaise dekhe? Link vagera hai to do please. Ye star sports anushka sharma ko dekhne ke liye nhi lagaya hai — RISHIT SHARMA (@Rishit_264) November 24, 2024 × Another user wrote, ''Fox cricket kaise dekhe? Link vagera hai to do please. Ye star sports anushka sharma ko dekhne ke liye nhi lagaya hai.'' Cameraman showing Anushka sharma more than the live cricket going on#BGT2024 #INDvAUS #Jaiswal #ViratKohli𓃵 — Mohit Nangru (@mohit_nangru) November 24, 2024 × #INDvAUS #YashasviJaiswal ViratKohli Comes to bat 🏏 Le Cameraman at Anushka Sharma in stadium: pic.twitter.com/Ik2jcNzm0L — India Waale (@Indiawaalee) November 24, 2024 ×

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<p>India captain Jasprit Bumrah compensated for Virat Kohli’s horror show in the slips, picking three early wickets in Australia's first innings on day one of the Perth Test.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Virat dropped Australia number three Marnus Labuschagne on a sitter on a second-ball duck early in the innings. After Bumrah dismissed debutant Nathan McSweeney trapped in front of the wicket on 10, he bowled a peach of a delivery to Marnus, who edged it only for Kohli to drop him in the second slip.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, Virat got out on five to Josh Hazlewood.</p>

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<p>Bumrah was on song from ball one in the second innings, trying to make up for the batting order failure in the first Test, with India getting all out on 150 after electing to bat first. After bowling an excellent first over, Bumrah returned to haunt the Aussies, picking McSweeney LBW.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Australia could be two down inside the third over had Kohli picked Marnus on a duck. The India gun fielder dropped a simple catch, and while others began celebrating, including Bumrah, Kohli immediately informed everyone of the blunder, signalling he dropped it.</p>

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<p>Australia, however, failed to make the most of that chance as they lost two wickets on successive balls in Bumrah’s next over to fall back to the back foot.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Bumrah dismisses Khawaja, Smith</h2>

<p>Khawaja was perhaps the only batter in this lineup to never get out to Bumrah; in seven outings against each other, having bowled 155 deliveries before the start of this game, the India ace seamer never picked Khawaja’s wicket. That stat, however, went in the drain, as Bumrah first dismissed the veteran leftie, edged to the slip cordon before picking the big fish Steve Smith plumbed on a first-ball duck.</p>

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<p>Those two wickets brought the Indian camp and the crowd to its feet as Australia’s scorecard read 19 for three inside the first seven overs.&nbsp;</p>

<h3>Kohli out early</h3>

<p>Like several top-order batters, Virat struggled to get going against the moving and bouncy ball at the Optus Stadium, falling on a single-digit score (five off 12 balls) in the first innings.</p>

<p>The India batting great looked out of sorts from the word go, playing across the line early on. Australia pacer Josh Hazlewood bowled tight lines to him before pitching one short to get rid of him. The extra bounce caught Kohli off guard as he edged one to the first slip, piling trouble for India, which got reduced to 32 for three at that stage.</p>

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India captain Jasprit Bumrah compensated for Virat Kohli’s horror show in the slips, picking three early wickets in Australia's first innings on day one of the Perth Test.

India captain Jasprit Bumrah compensated for Virat Kohli’s horror show in the slips, picking three early wickets in Australia's first innings on day one of the Perth Test. Virat dropped Australia number three Marnus Labuschagne on a sitter on a second-ball duck early in the innings. After Bumrah dismissed debutant Nathan McSweeney trapped in front of the wicket on 10, he bowled a peach of a delivery to Marnus, who edged it only for Kohli to drop him in the second slip. Earlier, Virat got out on five to Josh Hazlewood. ALSO READ: BGT: KL Rahul’s dismissal sparks controversy as Manjrekar calls out debatable DRS decision in Perth Test Bumrah was on song from ball one in the second innings, trying to make up for the batting order failure in the first Test, with India getting all out on 150 after electing to bat first. After bowling an excellent first over, Bumrah returned to haunt the Aussies, picking McSweeney LBW. Meanwhile, Australia could be two down inside the third over had Kohli picked Marnus on a duck. The India gun fielder dropped a simple catch, and while others began celebrating, including Bumrah, Kohli immediately informed everyone of the blunder, signalling he dropped it. WATCH VIDEO - One of the more extraordinary drops you'll see! #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/LdxmEYeWQx — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) November 22, 2024 × Australia, however, failed to make the most of that chance as they lost two wickets on successive balls in Bumrah’s next over to fall back to the back foot. Bumrah dismisses Khawaja, Smith Khawaja was perhaps the only batter in this lineup to never get out to Bumrah; in seven outings against each other, having bowled 155 deliveries before the start of this game, the India ace seamer never picked Khawaja’s wicket. That stat, however, went in the drain, as Bumrah first dismissed the veteran leftie, edged to the slip cordon before picking the big fish Steve Smith plumbed on a first-ball duck. Pinned! Bumrah's got two in two #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/PNaqIMSlq2 — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) November 22, 2024 × Those two wickets brought the Indian camp and the crowd to its feet as Australia’s scorecard read 19 for three inside the first seven overs. Kohli out early Like several top-order batters, Virat struggled to get going against the moving and bouncy ball at the Optus Stadium, falling on a single-digit score (five off 12 balls) in the first innings. The India batting great looked out of sorts from the word go, playing across the line early on. Australia pacer Josh Hazlewood bowled tight lines to him before pitching one short to get rid of him. The extra bounce caught Kohli off guard as he edged one to the first slip, piling trouble for India, which got reduced to 32 for three at that stage. (With inputs from agencies)

BGT: Jasprit Bumrah strikes gold in Perth after Kohli drops sitter in slips

<p>Virat Kohli's poor run of form continued on Day 1 of the Perth Test between India and Australia, on Friday (Nov 22), as the star batter got dismissed by a peach off a delivery from Josh Hazlewood for five. After Jasprit Bumrah-led India opted to bat first, India lost early wickets as Kohli walked out to bat at No. 4. His stay was cut short soon as Hazlewood bowled a well-executed short delivery to dismiss Kohli as India went into the lunch break reeling at 51-4.</p>

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<p>Kohli was batting way outside his crease to negate the bounce and movement at the Optus Stadium. He was looking to play on the front foot. Hazlewood, however, outfoxed him with a smart short-pitched delivery. The former Indian captain was caught in no-man's land as the ball climbed onto him, got an edge and was caught by Usman Khawaja at the slips. He never looked comfortable during his 12-ball stay as his bad run&nbsp;continues.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Following Kohli's fall, India has slipped further. At the time of publishing this report, they are reeling at 108 for 6 with Rishabh Pant and debutant Nitish Reddy batting in the middle. India would aim for anything above 200 to challenge the Aussies in the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy opener.</p>

<p><strong>Playing XIs</strong></p>

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Virat Kohli's poor run of form continued on Day 1 of the Perth Test between India and Australia, on Friday (Nov 22), as the star batter got dismissed by a peach off a delivery from Josh Hazlewood for five.

Virat Kohli's poor run of form continued on Day 1 of the Perth Test between India and Australia, on Friday (Nov 22), as the star batter got dismissed by a peach off a delivery from Josh Hazlewood for five. After Jasprit Bumrah-led India opted to bat first, India lost early wickets as Kohli walked out to bat at No. 4. His stay was cut short soon as Hazlewood bowled a well-executed short delivery to dismiss Kohli as India went into the lunch break reeling at 51-4. Here is the video of Hazlewood trapping Kohli with extra bounce - Extra bounce from Hazlewood - Kohli's back in the sheds for five #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/6M5DjgOqrV — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) November 22, 2024 × Also read: Perth Test: India opt to bat first as Nitish Reddy and Harshit Rana debut, Washington Sundar lone spinner Kohli was batting way outside his crease to negate the bounce and movement at the Optus Stadium. He was looking to play on the front foot. Hazlewood, however, outfoxed him with a smart short-pitched delivery. The former Indian captain was caught in no-man's land as the ball climbed onto him, got an edge and was caught by Usman Khawaja at the slips. He never looked comfortable during his 12-ball stay as his bad run continues. Following Kohli's fall, India has slipped further. At the time of publishing this report, they are reeling at 108 for 6 with Rishabh Pant and debutant Nitish Reddy batting in the middle. India would aim for anything above 200 to challenge the Aussies in the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy opener. Playing XIs Australia: Usman Khawaja, Nathan McSweeney, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, Alex Carey(w), Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood India: KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Devdutt Padikkal, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant(w), Dhruv Jurel, Nitish Reddy, Washington Sundar, Harshit Rana, Jasprit Bumrah (c), Mohammed Siraj

Ind vs Aus: Virat Kohli dismissed by a peach off a delivery from Josh Hazlewood on Day 1 of Perth Test - Watch

<p>Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has backed star batters Virat Kohli and Steve Smith to come good in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT). India and Australia will face each other in a five-match Test series with the World Test Championship (WTC) final qualification on the agenda. However, it is the form of the two star batters concerning the management with Virat going over a year without an international hundred.</p>

<h2><strong>Ponting backs Kohli, Smith to come good</strong></h2>

<p>“I still think they’ve got plenty of time to find their best,” Ponting told Sydney Morning Herald in an interview. “It might be Smudge’s time actually, after that experiment up the top. He’s back down in his more comfortable spot at No.4, which I was on record saying I don’t think he should have moved, it should have been an opener who played at that stage.”</p>

<p>Both Smith and Kohli have endured a tough last 12 months with bat. Calls for them to be dropped from the squad IS now making rounds. Smith has not scored an international ton since the 2023 Ashes when he got one at Lord’s while Kohli has also been on the slide. All eyes will be on both the players as BGT will have a huge impact&nbsp;on the ratings for&nbsp;the WTC final in June 2025.</p>

<p>For Ponting, things will be difficult to manage as he will have to travel for the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) mega auction on Sunday despite being part of the commentary team for the Perth Test. Ponting is the head coach of Punjab Kings and will have a big role to play as the franchise retained only two players during the retention window.</p>

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<p>India are likely to hand a debut to Nitish Kumar Reddy for the Perth Test if Shubman Gill fails to recover. KL Rahul is expected to open with Yashasvi Jaiswal, while Virat Kohli will bat at number three.</p>

<h2><strong>Border-Gavaskar Trophy (India-Australia series) Schedule</strong></h2>

<p><strong>1st Test:</strong> 22nd November to 26th November, Perth</p>

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<p><strong>3rd Test:</strong> 14th December to 18th December, Brisbane</p>

<p><strong>4th Test: </strong>26th December to 30th December, Melbourne</p>

<p><strong>5th Test:</strong> 3rd January to 7th January, Sydney</p>


Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has backed star batters Virat Kohli and Steve Smith to come good in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT). India and Australia will face each other in a five-match Test series with the World Test Championship (WTC) final qualification on the agenda.

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has backed star batters Virat Kohli and Steve Smith to come good in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT). India and Australia will face each other in a five-match Test series with the World Test Championship (WTC) final qualification on the agenda. However, it is the form of the two star batters concerning the management with Virat going over a year without an international hundred. Ponting backs Kohli, Smith to come good “I still think they’ve got plenty of time to find their best,” Ponting told Sydney Morning Herald in an interview. “It might be Smudge’s time actually, after that experiment up the top. He’s back down in his more comfortable spot at No.4, which I was on record saying I don’t think he should have moved, it should have been an opener who played at that stage.” Both Smith and Kohli have endured a tough last 12 months with bat. Calls for them to be dropped from the squad IS now making rounds. Smith has not scored an international ton since the 2023 Ashes when he got one at Lord’s while Kohli has also been on the slide. All eyes will be on both the players as BGT will have a huge impact on the ratings for the WTC final in June 2025. For Ponting, things will be difficult to manage as he will have to travel for the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) mega auction on Sunday despite being part of the commentary team for the Perth Test. Ponting is the head coach of Punjab Kings and will have a big role to play as the franchise retained only two players during the retention window. ALSO READ | Davis Cup Finals: Germany beats Canada to set up semi-finals against Netherlands India are likely to hand a debut to Nitish Kumar Reddy for the Perth Test if Shubman Gill fails to recover. KL Rahul is expected to open with Yashasvi Jaiswal, while Virat Kohli will bat at number three. Border-Gavaskar Trophy (India-Australia series) Schedule 1st Test: 22nd November to 26th November, Perth 2nd Test: 6th December to 10th December, Adelaide 3rd Test: 14th December to 18th December, Brisbane 4th Test: 26th December to 30th December, Melbourne 5th Test: 3rd January to 7th January, Sydney

BGT 2024/25: Ricky Ponting backs Virat Kohli, Steve Smith to come good, says 'they’ve got plenty of time'

Mental Conditioning coach Paddy Upton is helping India's D Gukesh prepare for the World Chess Championship. The South African spoke to WION Sports Correspondent Vidur Kathuria on how he is assisting Gukesh's World Championship challenge.

Mind Guru Paddy Upton: Gukesh A Big Game Player Like Kohli

<p>Star India batter Virat Kohli shared a cryptic post on his X handle on Wednesday (Nov. 20) that left fans in shock ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. Currently, Virat is in Australia for the BGT&nbsp;as India look to keep their World Test Championship (WTC) hopes alive. Virat will be one of the important players in the Indian team for the BGT, with key players like Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill set to miss the Perth Test starting on Friday.</p>

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<h2><strong>Virat Kohli shares cryptic social media post</strong></h2>

<p>“Looking back, we’ve always been a bit different. We never fitted...,” read the first lines of the text.</p>

<p>With less than 48 hours to go for the start of the first BGT Test in Perth on Friday, the former India skipper shared a post that confused fans. While some related it to his married life with Anushka Sharma, others were left guessing. However, the post’s final paragraph revealed the exact reason for the post, which promoted the brand Wrogn.</p>

<p>Recently, Aditya Birla Group invested in the Virat-backed brand with a whopping investment of INR 750 million. The 36-year-old is well known for his fashion looks, with a huge fan following across the world.</p>

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<h2><strong>Virat ready for BGT</strong></h2>

<p>After a disappointing New Zealand Test, Virat will look to get back in form as India chase a place in the WTC final. Sitting second at the time of writing, India will need to win 4-0 Down Under if they reach the WTC final for the third successive time. India have won their last two BGTs Down Under. Virat played in only one BGT match in the last Australia tour before heading home for paternity leave.</p>

<h2><strong>Border-Gavaskar Trophy (India-Australia series) Schedule</strong></h2>

<p><strong>1st Test:</strong> 22nd November to 26th November, Perth</p>

<p><strong>2nd Test:</strong> 6th December to 10th December, Adelaide</p>

<p><strong>3rd Test:</strong> 14th December to 18th December, Brisbane</p>

<p><strong>4th Test: </strong>26th December to 30th December, Melbourne</p>

<p><strong>5th Test:</strong> 3rd January to 7th January, Sydney</p>


Star India batter Virat Kohli shared a cryptic post on his X handle on Wednesday (Nov. 20) that left fans in shock ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia.

Star India batter Virat Kohli shared a cryptic post on his X handle on Wednesday (Nov. 20) that left fans in shock ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. Currently, Virat is in Australia for the BGT as India look to keep their World Test Championship (WTC) hopes alive. Virat will be one of the important players in the Indian team for the BGT, with key players like Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill set to miss the Perth Test starting on Friday. pic.twitter.com/plfbRKxUiP — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) November 20, 2024 × Virat Kohli shares cryptic social media post “Looking back, we’ve always been a bit different. We never fitted...,” read the first lines of the text. With less than 48 hours to go for the start of the first BGT Test in Perth on Friday, the former India skipper shared a post that confused fans. While some related it to his married life with Anushka Sharma, others were left guessing. However, the post’s final paragraph revealed the exact reason for the post, which promoted the brand Wrogn. Recently, Aditya Birla Group invested in the Virat-backed brand with a whopping investment of INR 750 million. The 36-year-old is well known for his fashion looks, with a huge fan following across the world. ALSO READ | Rafael Nadal bids farewell to illustrious career after Spain's Davis Cup exit against Netherlands Virat ready for BGT After a disappointing New Zealand Test, Virat will look to get back in form as India chase a place in the WTC final. Sitting second at the time of writing, India will need to win 4-0 Down Under if they reach the WTC final for the third successive time. India have won their last two BGTs Down Under. Virat played in only one BGT match in the last Australia tour before heading home for paternity leave. Border-Gavaskar Trophy (India-Australia series) Schedule 1st Test: 22nd November to 26th November, Perth 2nd Test: 6th December to 10th December, Adelaide 3rd Test: 14th December to 18th December, Brisbane 4th Test: 26th December to 30th December, Melbourne 5th Test: 3rd January to 7th January, Sydney

Virat Kohli leaves fans in shock with cryptic social media post ahead of BGT opener

<p>Ace Australia spinner Nathan Lyon has said that India batter Virat Kohli, along with Steve Smith, is one of the best batters in the last decade. The statement comes as Kohli's form is causing concerns for India ahead of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT), which starts Friday (Nov. 22) in Perth, Australia.</p>

<p>“Overall, look at his record. You don’t write off champions. I’ve got nothing but respect for Virat. I want to get him out, there’s no point in hiding behind that, but it’s challenging. It’s been pretty amazing competing against him for so many times,” Lyon said while talking to cricket.com.au.</p>

<p>“Him and Smithy (Steve Smith) are probably the best two batters in our last era of this last decade,” the off-spinner added.</p>

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<p>Lyon also put aside India's recent 0-3 loss in the home Test series against New Zealand and said that one can never write off India.</p>

<p>“They’re dangerous all the time. They’re a side full of superstars. They’ve got so much experience, but talented youth as well and you can never write off that,” said the veteran bowler.</p>

<p>India have not lost a Test series against Australia since conceding the away BGT in 2014-15. In the last 10 years, India have won all four Test series played against Australia – two away and two at home.</p>

<p>India, however, have a lot to ponder ahead of the first Test as they will be without regular skipper Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill.</p>

<p>Rohit is away after the recent birth of his second child and will be available from the second Test, while Gill was injured during practice and is not expected to play in Perth. In Rohit's absence, vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah will lead the side.</p>

<p>After Perth, India play the day-night second Test in Adelaide from December 6-10. The third Test will be played at the Gabba in Brisbane from December 14-18 before the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) from December 26-30. The last and final Test will be played at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) from January 3-7.&nbsp;</p>


Ace Australia spinner Nathan Lyon has said that India batter Virat Kohli, along with Steve Smith, is one of the best batters in the last decade. The statement comes as Kohli's form is causing concerns for India ahead of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT), which starts Friday (Nov.

Ace Australia spinner Nathan Lyon has said that India batter Virat Kohli, along with Steve Smith, is one of the best batters in the last decade. The statement comes as Kohli's form is causing concerns for India ahead of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT), which starts Friday (Nov. 22) in Perth, Australia. “Overall, look at his record. You don’t write off champions. I’ve got nothing but respect for Virat. I want to get him out, there’s no point in hiding behind that, but it’s challenging. It’s been pretty amazing competing against him for so many times,” Lyon said while talking to cricket.com.au. “Him and Smithy (Steve Smith) are probably the best two batters in our last era of this last decade,” the off-spinner added. Also Read: 'To be able to control...,' Former head coach Rahul Dravid's advice for India to win in Australia Lyon also put aside India's recent 0-3 loss in the home Test series against New Zealand and said that one can never write off India. “They’re dangerous all the time. They’re a side full of superstars. They’ve got so much experience, but talented youth as well and you can never write off that,” said the veteran bowler. India have not lost a Test series against Australia since conceding the away BGT in 2014-15. In the last 10 years, India have won all four Test series played against Australia – two away and two at home. India, however, have a lot to ponder ahead of the first Test as they will be without regular skipper Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill. Rohit is away after the recent birth of his second child and will be available from the second Test, while Gill was injured during practice and is not expected to play in Perth. In Rohit's absence, vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah will lead the side. After Perth, India play the day-night second Test in Adelaide from December 6-10. The third Test will be played at the Gabba in Brisbane from December 14-18 before the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) from December 26-30. The last and final Test will be played at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) from January 3-7.

BGT 2024-25: 'It’s challenging...,' says Nathan Lyon on Virat Kohli's form ahead of Perth Test

<p>Former Indian opener Sunil Gavaskar has backed Virat Kohli to come good in the upcoming 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, which gets underway on Nov. 22 in Australia. Kohli has had a torrid run in whites during India's home season, where they hosted Bangladesh and New Zealand for two- and three-Test series respectively. He only managed 192 runs&nbsp;in five&nbsp;Tests, with a solitary 50,&nbsp;and has hit only two centuries in the format since 2020. Gavaskar, however, feels that Kohli will be extra confident playing in Australia, where he has 1,352 runs in 13 Tests and averages an impressive 54.08 including six hundreds and four half-centuries.</p>

<h2><strong>'He'll feel that extra bit of confidence'</strong></h2>

<p>Ahead of the BGT opener&nbsp;in Perth, Gavaskar said on Star Sports,&nbsp;"Because he hasn't got runs against New Zealand, he'll be very, very hungry. Even in that Adelaide Test match, where in the second innings we got all out for 36, in the first innings, Kohli got 70 plus, if I recall correctly, before being run out. He's consistently performed at Adelaide, so it's a familiar ground for him. And before Adelaide, it's Perth, where he played one of the finest Test centuries in 2018-19. A terrific hundred. Having performed on these grounds, he'll feel that extra bit of confidence. Of course, you need a bit of luck at the start, but if he gets off to a good start, he will get big runs."</p>

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<p>Kohli played only one Test during India's last tour of Australia, in 2020/21. He played the first Test, in Adelaide, before leaving for India due to paternity leave. He had a memorable tour in 2014/15, slamming 692 runs (second-most) in eight innings with four centuries.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Given India will be without regular captain Rohit Sharma for the Perth Test, Kohli will have to mentor the Indian batting line-up single-handedly. Meanwhile, Rohit is expected to join the Indian squad before the second Test, in Adelaide.</p>


Former Indian opener Sunil Gavaskar has backed Virat Kohli to come good in the upcoming 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, which gets underway on Nov. 22 in Australia.

Former Indian opener Sunil Gavaskar has backed Virat Kohli to come good in the upcoming 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, which gets underway on Nov. 22 in Australia. Kohli has had a torrid run in whites during India's home season, where they hosted Bangladesh and New Zealand for two- and three-Test series respectively. He only managed 192 runs in five Tests, with a solitary 50, and has hit only two centuries in the format since 2020. Gavaskar, however, feels that Kohli will be extra confident playing in Australia, where he has 1,352 runs in 13 Tests and averages an impressive 54.08 including six hundreds and four half-centuries. 'He'll feel that extra bit of confidence' Ahead of the BGT opener in Perth, Gavaskar said on Star Sports, "Because he hasn't got runs against New Zealand, he'll be very, very hungry. Even in that Adelaide Test match, where in the second innings we got all out for 36, in the first innings, Kohli got 70 plus, if I recall correctly, before being run out. He's consistently performed at Adelaide, so it's a familiar ground for him. And before Adelaide, it's Perth, where he played one of the finest Test centuries in 2018-19. A terrific hundred. Having performed on these grounds, he'll feel that extra bit of confidence. Of course, you need a bit of luck at the start, but if he gets off to a good start, he will get big runs." Also read: Genuinely worried for Australian cricket: David Warner backs under-fire Kohli to come good in BGT 2024/25 Kohli played only one Test during India's last tour of Australia, in 2020/21. He played the first Test, in Adelaide, before leaving for India due to paternity leave. He had a memorable tour in 2014/15, slamming 692 runs (second-most) in eight innings with four centuries. Given India will be without regular captain Rohit Sharma for the Perth Test, Kohli will have to mentor the Indian batting line-up single-handedly. Meanwhile, Rohit is expected to join the Indian squad before the second Test, in Adelaide.

BGT 2024/25: Gavaskar feels out-of-form Virat Kohli will be 'very, very hungry' for runs in marquee series

<p>Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting hit back at India head coach Gautam Gambhir as the latter criticised him for his recent take on Virat Kohli. Ahead of the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia,&nbsp;which kicks off on Nov 22, Ponting criticised Kohli for his recent poor run of form (who has only two Test hundreds since 2020). To this, Gambhir hit back at the Aussie,&nbsp;during a presser on Monday (Nov 11), in Mumbai, saying he should focus on Australian cricket. Now, Punter has slammed Gambhir by saying that he was never taking a dig at Kohli.</p>

<p>Earlier, Ponting said of the latest episode in the ICC Review, "I saw a stat the other day about Virat, it said he's only scored two (three) Test hundreds in the last five years. That didn't seem right to me, but if that is right, then that is, I mean, that's a concern." This wasn't well received by Gambhir, who told the press before his departure to Australia, "What does Ponting have to do with Indian cricket? I think he should think about Australian cricket. More importantly, I have got no concerns whatsoever for Virat and Rohit. They are incredibly tough men. They've achieved a lot for Indian cricket&nbsp;and they will continue to achieve a lot in the future as well."</p>

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<h2><strong>'Knowing Gambhir ... he’s quite a prickly character, so I’m not surprised'</strong></h2>

<p>While talking to 7NEWS, Punter now reacted to Gambhir's comments and said, "I said I would be concerned (about his form). But I think if you ask Virat, I’m sure Virat would be a little bit concerned that he hasn’t been able to make the same amount of hundreds as he has in previous years."</p>

<p>“In no way was it a dig at him. I actually followed it up by saying he’s played well in Australia and he’ll be keen to bounce back over here. So, it’s amazing how little things can get cut up, but he’s a class player and he’s played well in Australia in the past.&nbsp;I was surprised to read the reaction but knowing the coach, Gautam Gambhir ... he’s quite a prickly character, so I’m not surprised it was him who said something back," Ponting added.</p>

<p>More war of words between active and former Indian and Australian players is expected as cricketing fans are gearing up for the upcoming BGT, which starts later this month in Perth.</p>


Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting hit back at India head coach Gautam Gambhir as the latter criticised him for his recent take on Virat Kohli. Ahead of the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, which kicks off on Nov 22, Ponting criticised Kohli for his recent poor run of form (who has only two Test hundreds since 2020).

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting hit back at India head coach Gautam Gambhir as the latter criticised him for his recent take on Virat Kohli. Ahead of the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, which kicks off on Nov 22, Ponting criticised Kohli for his recent poor run of form (who has only two Test hundreds since 2020). To this, Gambhir hit back at the Aussie, during a presser on Monday (Nov 11), in Mumbai, saying he should focus on Australian cricket. Now, Punter has slammed Gambhir by saying that he was never taking a dig at Kohli. Earlier, Ponting said of the latest episode in the ICC Review, "I saw a stat the other day about Virat, it said he's only scored two (three) Test hundreds in the last five years. That didn't seem right to me, but if that is right, then that is, I mean, that's a concern." This wasn't well received by Gambhir, who told the press before his departure to Australia, "What does Ponting have to do with Indian cricket? I think he should think about Australian cricket. More importantly, I have got no concerns whatsoever for Virat and Rohit. They are incredibly tough men. They've achieved a lot for Indian cricket and they will continue to achieve a lot in the future as well." Also read: Players like Rohit and Virat are...: Ex-BCCI chief selector on under fire Indian duo before Australia Tests 'Knowing Gambhir ... he’s quite a prickly character, so I’m not surprised' While talking to 7NEWS, Punter now reacted to Gambhir's comments and said, "I said I would be concerned (about his form). But I think if you ask Virat, I’m sure Virat would be a little bit concerned that he hasn’t been able to make the same amount of hundreds as he has in previous years." “In no way was it a dig at him. I actually followed it up by saying he’s played well in Australia and he’ll be keen to bounce back over here. So, it’s amazing how little things can get cut up, but he’s a class player and he’s played well in Australia in the past. I was surprised to read the reaction but knowing the coach, Gautam Gambhir ... he’s quite a prickly character, so I’m not surprised it was him who said something back," Ponting added. More war of words between active and former Indian and Australian players is expected as cricketing fans are gearing up for the upcoming BGT, which starts later this month in Perth.

Gambhir is a prickly character, so I’m not surprised: Ponting hits back at India coach, defends take on Kohli

<p>Virat Kohli and Mitchell Johnson are two fiery characters, former on-field rivals and perhaps among the best in their domains to represent their countries. Though one is now retired and the other, aged 36, probably playing his last Australian tour, are still talked about for their rivalry in the famous 2014/15 BGT, which the Aussies won for the last time since.</p>

<p>Virat and then Australia captain Steve Smith had a bumper series, with both surpassing 650 runs in four Tests, hitting four centuries each; however, there was more to that. Johnson and Kohli's face-off was one of the most intriguing battles, with fans, broadcasters and media equally invested.</p>

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<p>Johnson, however, admitted enjoying going up against Kohli in that series, revealing the real reason behind doing that.</p>

<p>"I had a well-publicised personal rivalry with Kohli. We had many interactions on the field and I enjoyed it. While I didn’t know him off the field, on the field we probably played the game in a similar way – taking the game on and not backing down," Johnson wrote in his column for ‘The West Australian’.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Some don’t like that style of cricket and prefer there’s no chat with the opposition, but I enjoyed that part of the game. I would become frustrated during some of our battles, but I also enjoyed that he kept coming at me. It’s always a nice feeling to get one of the best out, and likewise, I’m sure he enjoyed taking me down and hitting me for a four or a six," he continued.</p>

<h2>When Kohli riled up&nbsp;Johnson</h2>

<p>Meanwhile, Johnson remised one of the incidents that flared up the rivalry, mentioning how Virat’s comments after a day’s play at the MCG annoyed the Aussie quick.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It all began when Johnson threw a ball towards the stumps during day two of the third Test, hitting Kohli on the body, who tried ducking it initially. Though Johnson revealed his purpose in doing that was to hit the stumps and not harm Kohli, it led to a heated glare between the two.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Most of our differences stemmed from the Boxing Day Test in 2014 when a ball I threw hit him on the body. I was legitimately trying to run him out, but he didn’t like what I did. He made some comments in the media that night about having no respect for me as a player, which annoyed me," Johnson wrote.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The goal from our point of view was generally to get Kohli riled up as soon as he came out to bat and take his focus away from his skills. Get him annoyed and get him playing a big shot early,” he added.</p>

<p>Although Australia almost won that psychological battle against him as Kohli played some unnecessary shots, leading to him finding an edge only for the fielders to drop him, the Indian batting star stood tall in the end, scoring a magnificent 169 and winning this encounter against Johnson.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"In that Test match at the MCG, we got him off guard early and had him playing at a ball he didn’t need to in frustration and, unfortunately, we dropped him on not many. He then focused and harnessed his energy and piled on the runs – all 169 of them," Johnson recalled.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Kohli will be back in action for the forthcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, starting with the Perth Test on November 22.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Virat Kohli and Mitchell Johnson are two fiery characters, former on-field rivals and perhaps among the best in their domains to represent their countries. Though one is now retired and the other, aged 36, probably playing his last Australian tour, are still talked about for their rivalry in the famous 2014/15 BGT, which the Aussies won for the last time since.

Virat Kohli and Mitchell Johnson are two fiery characters, former on-field rivals and perhaps among the best in their domains to represent their countries. Though one is now retired and the other, aged 36, probably playing his last Australian tour, are still talked about for their rivalry in the famous 2014/15 BGT, which the Aussies won for the last time since. Virat and then Australia captain Steve Smith had a bumper series, with both surpassing 650 runs in four Tests, hitting four centuries each; however, there was more to that. Johnson and Kohli's face-off was one of the most intriguing battles, with fans, broadcasters and media equally invested. ALSO READ: India identify Shubman Gill’s replacement for Perth Test, Harshit Rana set for BGT debut - Report Johnson, however, admitted enjoying going up against Kohli in that series, revealing the real reason behind doing that. "I had a well-publicised personal rivalry with Kohli. We had many interactions on the field and I enjoyed it. While I didn’t know him off the field, on the field we probably played the game in a similar way – taking the game on and not backing down," Johnson wrote in his column for ‘The West Australian’. "Some don’t like that style of cricket and prefer there’s no chat with the opposition, but I enjoyed that part of the game. I would become frustrated during some of our battles, but I also enjoyed that he kept coming at me. It’s always a nice feeling to get one of the best out, and likewise, I’m sure he enjoyed taking me down and hitting me for a four or a six," he continued. When Kohli riled up Johnson Meanwhile, Johnson remised one of the incidents that flared up the rivalry, mentioning how Virat’s comments after a day’s play at the MCG annoyed the Aussie quick. It all began when Johnson threw a ball towards the stumps during day two of the third Test, hitting Kohli on the body, who tried ducking it initially. Though Johnson revealed his purpose in doing that was to hit the stumps and not harm Kohli, it led to a heated glare between the two. "Most of our differences stemmed from the Boxing Day Test in 2014 when a ball I threw hit him on the body. I was legitimately trying to run him out, but he didn’t like what I did. He made some comments in the media that night about having no respect for me as a player, which annoyed me," Johnson wrote. "The goal from our point of view was generally to get Kohli riled up as soon as he came out to bat and take his focus away from his skills. Get him annoyed and get him playing a big shot early,” he added. Although Australia almost won that psychological battle against him as Kohli played some unnecessary shots, leading to him finding an edge only for the fielders to drop him, the Indian batting star stood tall in the end, scoring a magnificent 169 and winning this encounter against Johnson. "In that Test match at the MCG, we got him off guard early and had him playing at a ball he didn’t need to in frustration and, unfortunately, we dropped him on not many. He then focused and harnessed his energy and piled on the runs – all 169 of them," Johnson recalled. Meanwhile, Kohli will be back in action for the forthcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, starting with the Perth Test on November 22. (With inputs from agencies)

BGT: When Virat Kohli riled up Mitchell Johnson with his comments on ‘not respecting him’

<p>Former opener David Warner feels 'worried' for Australian cricket' ahead of the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) as he feels under-fire Virat Kohli will come good in the marquee series Down Under. Kohli has been in torrid form in Tests for long. Since 2020, the right-hander has only two hundreds in the format. In India's recent home season, where they played two Tests versus Bangladesh and hosted New Zealand in a three-match series, Kohli amassed 192 runs at an average of 21.33, including a solitary half-century. Despite all the criticism surrounding Kohli, Warner feels the superstar cricketer knows how to bring his best in big series and, hence, is worried for Pat Cummins &amp; Co. ahead of BGT, which starts on Nov 22 in Perth.</p>

<p>In a column for the Herald Sun, Warner wrote, "This is the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, and we know Virat always steps up in Australia. He embraces the challenge like almost no one else who has ever visited our shores. There's no better way for him to silence the critics than by scoring big runs here. I'm genuinely worried for the Australian cricket team that he's going to come out and pile on some runs."</p>

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<p>He added, "Virat knows how to channel the energy of Australian crowds and turn it into motivation. He thrives on these big occasions, and this series is exactly that."</p>

<p>As per reports, it is confirmed that&nbsp;India will&nbsp;miss regular captain Rohit Sharma for the first Test, which gets underway this week on Nov 22 (Thursday) in Perth. In his absence, Kohli would shoulder the responsibility of mentoring the batters in tough Australian conditions. With no Rohit, Jasprit Bumrah will lead the national side.</p>

<p>Rohit welcomed the birth of his second child recently, hence, he is expected to join the Indian squad later this month.</p>

<p><strong>India squad for 2024/25 BGT:</strong></p>

<p>Rohit Sharma (c), Jasprit Bumrah (vc), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant (WK), Sarfaraz Khan, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep, Prasidh Krishna, Harshit Rana, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar.</p>

<p><strong>Travelling reserves:</strong>&nbsp;Mukesh Kumar, Navdeep Saini, Khaleel Ahmed</p>


Former opener David Warner feels 'worried' for Australian cricket' ahead of the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) as he feels under-fire Virat Kohli will come good in the marquee series Down Under.

Former opener David Warner feels 'worried' for Australian cricket' ahead of the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) as he feels under-fire Virat Kohli will come good in the marquee series Down Under. Kohli has been in torrid form in Tests for long. Since 2020, the right-hander has only two hundreds in the format. In India's recent home season, where they played two Tests versus Bangladesh and hosted New Zealand in a three-match series, Kohli amassed 192 runs at an average of 21.33, including a solitary half-century. Despite all the criticism surrounding Kohli, Warner feels the superstar cricketer knows how to bring his best in big series and, hence, is worried for Pat Cummins & Co. ahead of BGT, which starts on Nov 22 in Perth. In a column for the Herald Sun, Warner wrote, "This is the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, and we know Virat always steps up in Australia. He embraces the challenge like almost no one else who has ever visited our shores. There's no better way for him to silence the critics than by scoring big runs here. I'm genuinely worried for the Australian cricket team that he's going to come out and pile on some runs." Also read: BGT 2024-25: Former Australia opener Matthew Hayden calls India's whitewash vs NZ 'advantage' | Here's Why He added, "Virat knows how to channel the energy of Australian crowds and turn it into motivation. He thrives on these big occasions, and this series is exactly that." As per reports, it is confirmed that India will miss regular captain Rohit Sharma for the first Test, which gets underway this week on Nov 22 (Thursday) in Perth. In his absence, Kohli would shoulder the responsibility of mentoring the batters in tough Australian conditions. With no Rohit, Jasprit Bumrah will lead the national side. Rohit welcomed the birth of his second child recently, hence, he is expected to join the Indian squad later this month. India squad for 2024/25 BGT: Rohit Sharma (c), Jasprit Bumrah (vc), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant (WK), Sarfaraz Khan, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep, Prasidh Krishna, Harshit Rana, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar. Travelling reserves: Mukesh Kumar, Navdeep Saini, Khaleel Ahmed

Genuinely worried for Australian cricket: David Warner backs under-fire Kohli to come good in BGT 2024/25

<p>KL Rahul suffered a blow to his elbow during an intra-squad game simulation at the WACA in Perth, while the remaining batters struggled against the moving deliveries and bounce. In the lead-up to the first BGT Test against Australia at the Optus Stadium starting November 22, Rahul’s latest injury rocks the Indian camp.</p>

<p>Returning to playing at the top in red-ball cricket after being asked to play in the middle for the past few years, Rahul opened with Jaiswal, making early inroads with some clean&nbsp;striking but departed soon after.</p>

<p>While KL Rahul was taken off the field following suffering a blow to his right elbow of a rising delivery from lanky Prasidh Krishna, Jaiswal edged one to the second slip on 15.</p>

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<p>New number three for India in Tests, Shubman Gill began slowly and struggled to get going during his two-hour stay at the crease before getting caught at gully on 28 of Navdeep Saini.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ace Indian batter Virat Kohli shrugged off fitness concerns with a brief yet comfortable stay at the crease. He hit a few cracking shots through the covers but nicked to the second slip off Mukesh Kumar on 15. Per the latest reports, Kohli immediately returned to nearby nets, spending over half an hour honing his skills.</p>

<p>Rishabh Pant, India’s best batter on the tour Down Under, coped with a nasty blow to his groin before falling prey to Nitish Kumar Reddy, who also accounted for Dhruv Jurel, caught in the slips. Though Pant struggled against the bounce during net sessions in Perth, he smoked a four on the off-side early into his innings.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Rahul’s elbow injury&nbsp;worries India</h2>

<p>The Indian Team and fans are unaware of Rohit Sharma's status for the first Test in Perth, with multiple reports suggesting that the India captain might miss it for personal reasons.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, before boarding the flight for Australia, India head coach Gautam Gambhir addressed the media in Mumbai, confirming that should Rohit remain absent for the Perth game, KL Rahul might open with Jaiswal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With this latest injury upsetting the whole scenario, should Rahul also miss the first game against Australia, India-A batter and domestic giant Abhimanyu Easwaran will fill in for him at the top. In the recently concluded two unofficial Tests against Australia A, the right-handed batter failed to press his case for a Test debut, scoring 36 runs in four outings.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


KL Rahul suffered a blow to his elbow during an intra-squad game simulation at the WACA in Perth, while the remaining batters struggled against the moving deliveries and bounce.

KL Rahul suffered a blow to his elbow during an intra-squad game simulation at the WACA in Perth, while the remaining batters struggled against the moving deliveries and bounce. In the lead-up to the first BGT Test against Australia at the Optus Stadium starting November 22, Rahul’s latest injury rocks the Indian camp. Returning to playing at the top in red-ball cricket after being asked to play in the middle for the past few years, Rahul opened with Jaiswal, making early inroads with some clean striking but departed soon after. While KL Rahul was taken off the field following suffering a blow to his right elbow of a rising delivery from lanky Prasidh Krishna, Jaiswal edged one to the second slip on 15. ALSO READ: SA vs IND 2024, 4th T20I: India eye first away series win under Suryakumar Yadav New number three for India in Tests, Shubman Gill began slowly and struggled to get going during his two-hour stay at the crease before getting caught at gully on 28 of Navdeep Saini. Ace Indian batter Virat Kohli shrugged off fitness concerns with a brief yet comfortable stay at the crease. He hit a few cracking shots through the covers but nicked to the second slip off Mukesh Kumar on 15. Per the latest reports, Kohli immediately returned to nearby nets, spending over half an hour honing his skills. Rishabh Pant, India’s best batter on the tour Down Under, coped with a nasty blow to his groin before falling prey to Nitish Kumar Reddy, who also accounted for Dhruv Jurel, caught in the slips. Though Pant struggled against the bounce during net sessions in Perth, he smoked a four on the off-side early into his innings. Rahul’s elbow injury worries India The Indian Team and fans are unaware of Rohit Sharma's status for the first Test in Perth, with multiple reports suggesting that the India captain might miss it for personal reasons. However, before boarding the flight for Australia, India head coach Gautam Gambhir addressed the media in Mumbai, confirming that should Rohit remain absent for the Perth game, KL Rahul might open with Jaiswal. With this latest injury upsetting the whole scenario, should Rahul also miss the first game against Australia, India-A batter and domestic giant Abhimanyu Easwaran will fill in for him at the top. In the recently concluded two unofficial Tests against Australia A, the right-handed batter failed to press his case for a Test debut, scoring 36 runs in four outings. (With inputs from agencies)

KL Rahul's elbow injury rocks Indian camp as batters struggle against bounce in WACA match simulation

<p>India’s star batter Virat Kohli has completed 366 days since his last international hundred, one year to date since his famous knock against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium to help the Men in Blue reach the final of the ODI World Cup. While form has been a concern for the veteran batter, it has been a bitter-sweet year for the former India captain as he prepares to take the field against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Nov 22 in Perth.</p>

<h2><strong>Virat completes one year since the last international ton</strong></h2>

<p>Taking to the field on 15 Nov 2023 against the Kiwis, who have haunted him in the past and present (after a 0-3 Test series defeat), Virat smashed 117 off 113 deliveries to help India reach 397/4. The ton helped India reach the ODI World Cup final before Australia rocked the Men in Blue in the final in Ahmedabad on Nov 19.</p>

<p>Since the World Cup semifinal, the 36-year-old has scored 626 international runs in 28 innings, averaging 23.19 for an innings. After the ODI World Cup final in Ahmedabad, he has scored only two fifties for India in all formats while registering four ducks.</p>

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<p>While the ODI World Cup final loss came as a huge heartbreak for the&nbsp;star, he would play a match-winning knock in the T20 World Cup final in June to help India lift the coveted trophy for the second time.</p>

<h2><strong>Will Virat end the century drought?</strong></h2>

<p>The Indian batter will be next in action on Nov 22 when India face Australia in the opening contest of the five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Over the years he has a great record against Australia, who are also his favourite Test opponent. He has scored 1352 runs in 25 innings Down Under, also being his favourite away territory. With 2042 runs in 44 innings, Aussies have always been his favoured red-ball opponents, the only nation against whom he has scored more than 2000 Test runs.</p>

<p>Overall, conditions and opponents favour the veteran and it should not be a surprise if he ends his century drought at the home of the World Test Championship (WTC) holders.</p>


India’s star batter Virat Kohli has completed 366 days since his last international hundred, one year to date since his famous knock against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium to help the Men in Blue reach the final of the ODI World Cup.

India’s star batter Virat Kohli has completed 366 days since his last international hundred, one year to date since his famous knock against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium to help the Men in Blue reach the final of the ODI World Cup. While form has been a concern for the veteran batter, it has been a bitter-sweet year for the former India captain as he prepares to take the field against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Nov 22 in Perth. Virat completes one year since the last international ton Taking to the field on 15 Nov 2023 against the Kiwis, who have haunted him in the past and present (after a 0-3 Test series defeat), Virat smashed 117 off 113 deliveries to help India reach 397/4. The ton helped India reach the ODI World Cup final before Australia rocked the Men in Blue in the final in Ahmedabad on Nov 19. Since the World Cup semifinal, the 36-year-old has scored 626 international runs in 28 innings, averaging 23.19 for an innings. After the ODI World Cup final in Ahmedabad, he has scored only two fifties for India in all formats while registering four ducks. ALSO READ | MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Rohit and Dravid wasted 10 years of my son's career, claims Sanju Samson's father While the ODI World Cup final loss came as a huge heartbreak for the star, he would play a match-winning knock in the T20 World Cup final in June to help India lift the coveted trophy for the second time. Will Virat end the century drought? The Indian batter will be next in action on Nov 22 when India face Australia in the opening contest of the five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Over the years he has a great record against Australia, who are also his favourite Test opponent. He has scored 1352 runs in 25 innings Down Under, also being his favourite away territory. With 2042 runs in 44 innings, Aussies have always been his favoured red-ball opponents, the only nation against whom he has scored more than 2000 Test runs. Overall, conditions and opponents favour the veteran and it should not be a surprise if he ends his century drought at the home of the World Test Championship (WTC) holders.

Virat Kohli completes one year since his last international hundred, could he end the drought in BGT?

<p>Sanju Samson's father&nbsp;Vishwanath Samson has made heads turn with his statement on MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid. Vishwanath accused the India greats&nbsp;of wasting his son's 10 precious years by not giving him a longer run&nbsp;at the international level (having hardly played under Dhoni, Kohli and Rohit's captaincy). The stylish right-hander made his India debut in 2015 but only since 2022, Samson has been getting a fair run in white-ball cricket. The 30-year-old's career has been marred with inconsistencies but&nbsp;recently he became the first Indian to slam consecutive T20I centuries during India's ongoing four-match series versus South Africa, in the African nation.</p>

<h2><strong>'Dhoni, Kohli, Rohit and Dravid&nbsp;destroyed 10 years of my son's life'</strong></h2>

<p>Vishwanath,&nbsp;in a recent interview with a Kerala-based news outlet, Media One, said, "There are 3-4 people who wasted 10 years of my son's vital career... captains like Dhoni ji, Virat [Kohli] ji, Rohit [Sharma] ji, and coach [Rahul] Dravid ji," he said, stating that they had "destroyed 10 years of my son's life."</p>

<p>Despite the setbacks, Vishwanath was all praise for his son and further opined,&nbsp;"The more they hurt him, the stronger Sanju came out of the crisis."</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/ind-vs-sa-3rd-t20i-tilak-varmas-maiden-ton-gives-india-unbeatable-series-lead-in-high-scoring-thriller-775993">Ind vs SA, 3rd T20I: Tilak Varma's maiden ton gives India unbeatable series lead in high-scoring thriller</a></strong></p>

<p>Vishwanath also hit back at Kris Srikkanth for belittling Sanju's achievements, particularly after he scored his maiden T20I century (against Bangladesh) last month. In this regard, he added, "What hurt me really bad was comments from [Kris] Srikkanth, the player from Tamil Nadu. He said, 'against whom did Sanju score a century? It was only Bangladesh.' Century is a century, and that guy has scored only 26 runs against Bangladesh. Sanju has scored a hundred and he is a player with a classical touch like Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid. At least respect that."</p>

<p>At present, Samson has been inconsistent in the four T20Is versus Proteas. He started the series with his second T20I ton, scoring a magnificent 107, but&nbsp;followed it up with two successive ducks. He will be eager to score big in the fourth and final T20I, on Friday (Nov 15) in Johannesburg. The Suryakumar Yadav-led Indian team have an unassailable 2-1 lead&nbsp;after a narrow 11-run win in the penultimate tie, in Centurion, on Wednesday (Nov 13).</p>


Sanju Samson's father Vishwanath Samson has made heads turn with his statement on MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid. Vishwanath accused the India greats of wasting his son's 10 precious years by not giving him a longer run at the international level (having hardly played under Dhoni, Kohli and Rohit's captaincy).

Sanju Samson's father Vishwanath Samson has made heads turn with his statement on MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid. Vishwanath accused the India greats of wasting his son's 10 precious years by not giving him a longer run at the international level (having hardly played under Dhoni, Kohli and Rohit's captaincy). The stylish right-hander made his India debut in 2015 but only since 2022, Samson has been getting a fair run in white-ball cricket. The 30-year-old's career has been marred with inconsistencies but recently he became the first Indian to slam consecutive T20I centuries during India's ongoing four-match series versus South Africa, in the African nation. 'Dhoni, Kohli, Rohit and Dravid destroyed 10 years of my son's life' Vishwanath, in a recent interview with a Kerala-based news outlet, Media One, said, "There are 3-4 people who wasted 10 years of my son's vital career... captains like Dhoni ji, Virat [Kohli] ji, Rohit [Sharma] ji, and coach [Rahul] Dravid ji," he said, stating that they had "destroyed 10 years of my son's life." Despite the setbacks, Vishwanath was all praise for his son and further opined, "The more they hurt him, the stronger Sanju came out of the crisis." Also read: Ind vs SA, 3rd T20I: Tilak Varma's maiden ton gives India unbeatable series lead in high-scoring thriller Vishwanath also hit back at Kris Srikkanth for belittling Sanju's achievements, particularly after he scored his maiden T20I century (against Bangladesh) last month. In this regard, he added, "What hurt me really bad was comments from [Kris] Srikkanth, the player from Tamil Nadu. He said, 'against whom did Sanju score a century? It was only Bangladesh.' Century is a century, and that guy has scored only 26 runs against Bangladesh. Sanju has scored a hundred and he is a player with a classical touch like Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid. At least respect that." At present, Samson has been inconsistent in the four T20Is versus Proteas. He started the series with his second T20I ton, scoring a magnificent 107, but followed it up with two successive ducks. He will be eager to score big in the fourth and final T20I, on Friday (Nov 15) in Johannesburg. The Suryakumar Yadav-led Indian team have an unassailable 2-1 lead after a narrow 11-run win in the penultimate tie, in Centurion, on Wednesday (Nov 13).

MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Rohit and Dravid wasted 10 years of my son's career, claims Sanju Samson's father

<p>Former Australia captain Michael Clarke isn't sure if the upcoming India-Australia Test series will be Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's last tour of Australia. However, if it is so, Clarke opined that it will be due to retirement as the duo 'won't be dropped'. The ex-skipper, however, has backed the two to be among the runs in the forthcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25 edition. Rohit and Kohli have not been in great touch and managed only 91 and 93 runs, respectively, in the three Tests versus New Zealand, at home. It was&nbsp;one of the&nbsp;major reasons for India being whitewashed by the Kiwis. While Clarke agreed that they have earned some slack, he feels both will do well in Australia.</p>

<p>Speaking on Rohit and Kohli's future, Clarke said in 'Around the Wicket' podcast, "If it's their last time here in Australia, I think it will be retirement. They won't be dropped, but it the same breath, I think every cricketer knows that if you're not making runs or taking wickets, there will be conversations around that kind of a thing. Being the captain of the team, you get a slack for that, and if you're the world's best batter for the last 10 years – maybe longer – across formats, I think Virat may get a bit more slack than somebody else.</p>

<p>He further opined, "I hope for this series' sake, Test cricket's sakes, they both come out, get back to their best form and score plenty of runs for India, but also Test cricket. We want to see the Australian attack which is a good one, take on the top-order batting of India which is pretty strong in itself."</p>

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<p>Clarke is optimistic of both Rohit and Kohli being among runs and going past their poor form. He added, "I think they are probably coming into Australian conditions where they both like playing. Rohit Sharma plays fast bowling as good as anyone in that team. Certainly, short-pitch bowling – he'll take the Aussie on with that hook shot and he plays it up over third man. And Virat is class. His record his phenomenal. He has scored six hundreds in 13 Tests, averages over 50 in Australian conditions. My brain doesn't say they're going to come here and fail. They will be tough to get out and I think the Australian bowlers will need to find a way to dismiss them both early in the innings as often as they possibly can."</p>

<p>Kohli averages&nbsp;54.08 with six hundred and four fifties in Australia in 13 Tests. Meanwhile, Rohit averages a mere 31.38 including three half-centuries.</p>

<p>India's tour of Australia kicks off later this month, on Nov 22,&nbsp;with the five-match Test series opener at Perth.&nbsp;</p>


Former Australia captain Michael Clarke isn't sure if the upcoming India-Australia Test series will be Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's last tour of Australia. However, if it is so, Clarke opined that it will be due to retirement as the duo 'won't be dropped'.

Former Australia captain Michael Clarke isn't sure if the upcoming India-Australia Test series will be Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's last tour of Australia. However, if it is so, Clarke opined that it will be due to retirement as the duo 'won't be dropped'. The ex-skipper, however, has backed the two to be among the runs in the forthcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25 edition. Rohit and Kohli have not been in great touch and managed only 91 and 93 runs, respectively, in the three Tests versus New Zealand, at home. It was one of the major reasons for India being whitewashed by the Kiwis. While Clarke agreed that they have earned some slack, he feels both will do well in Australia. Speaking on Rohit and Kohli's future, Clarke said in 'Around the Wicket' podcast, "If it's their last time here in Australia, I think it will be retirement. They won't be dropped, but it the same breath, I think every cricketer knows that if you're not making runs or taking wickets, there will be conversations around that kind of a thing. Being the captain of the team, you get a slack for that, and if you're the world's best batter for the last 10 years – maybe longer – across formats, I think Virat may get a bit more slack than somebody else. He further opined, "I hope for this series' sake, Test cricket's sakes, they both come out, get back to their best form and score plenty of runs for India, but also Test cricket. We want to see the Australian attack which is a good one, take on the top-order batting of India which is pretty strong in itself." Also read: MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Rohit and Dravid wasted 10 years of my son's career, claims Sanju Samson's father Clarke is optimistic of both Rohit and Kohli being among runs and going past their poor form. He added, "I think they are probably coming into Australian conditions where they both like playing. Rohit Sharma plays fast bowling as good as anyone in that team. Certainly, short-pitch bowling – he'll take the Aussie on with that hook shot and he plays it up over third man. And Virat is class. His record his phenomenal. He has scored six hundreds in 13 Tests, averages over 50 in Australian conditions. My brain doesn't say they're going to come here and fail. They will be tough to get out and I think the Australian bowlers will need to find a way to dismiss them both early in the innings as often as they possibly can." Kohli averages 54.08 with six hundred and four fifties in Australia in 13 Tests. Meanwhile, Rohit averages a mere 31.38 including three half-centuries. India's tour of Australia kicks off later this month, on Nov 22, with the five-match Test series opener at Perth.

If it is their last time in Australia, it will be retirement: Clarke on Rohit-Kohli, backs duo for BGT 2024/25

<p>Star India wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has opened up on the famous Indian Premier League (IPL 2016) final between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) where he shared the&nbsp;dressing room with Virat Kohli. RCB, playing in their third IPL final lost to David Warner’s SRH which still haunts the franchise as they are yet to taste success in the competition. Recalling the memories, Rahul reckons had he or Virat stayed longer on the field, RCB could have won the final.</p>

<h2><strong>Rahul opens up on IPL 2016 final</strong></h2>

<p>“It’s a long time ago, but it’s still fresh in my memories. I and Virat (Kohli) always talked about it a few times that 2016 is always a reminder that had one of us played a little longer, it would have been very different. It would have been a fairytale to be right at the bottom to win seven games to qualify and then win the final at home,” Rahul said on a show on Star Sports.</p>

<p>Chasing 209 runs to win the IPL final, RCB fell short by eight runs to hand the title to SRH&nbsp;despite playing the final in their backyard,&nbsp;M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Rahul was dismissed for 11 by Ben Cutting while Virat Kohli’s 54-run did not help the cause. Chris Gayle also scored 76 runs for RCB in the match but no big partnership in the middle overs restricted Bengaluru to 200/7.</p>

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<p>Despite being 114/0 in 10 overs at one stage, Virat’s side ran out of luck and lost their third IPL final. Virat also missed out on a historic 1000-mark and ended the season with 973 runs in 16 matches.</p>

<h2><strong>Rahul back to RCB?</strong></h2>

<p>While much will depend on equations on the auction table, Rahul’s recent release from Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) has paved the way for speculations of his comeback to RCB. He represented the franchise from 2013 to 2016 before joining Punjab Kings and LSG.</p>


Star India wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has opened up on the famous Indian Premier League (IPL 2016) final between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) where he shared the dressing room with Virat Kohli.

Star India wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has opened up on the famous Indian Premier League (IPL 2016) final between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) where he shared the dressing room with Virat Kohli. RCB, playing in their third IPL final lost to David Warner’s SRH which still haunts the franchise as they are yet to taste success in the competition. Recalling the memories, Rahul reckons had he or Virat stayed longer on the field, RCB could have won the final. Rahul opens up on IPL 2016 final “It’s a long time ago, but it’s still fresh in my memories. I and Virat (Kohli) always talked about it a few times that 2016 is always a reminder that had one of us played a little longer, it would have been very different. It would have been a fairytale to be right at the bottom to win seven games to qualify and then win the final at home,” Rahul said on a show on Star Sports. Chasing 209 runs to win the IPL final, RCB fell short by eight runs to hand the title to SRH despite playing the final in their backyard, M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Rahul was dismissed for 11 by Ben Cutting while Virat Kohli’s 54-run did not help the cause. Chris Gayle also scored 76 runs for RCB in the match but no big partnership in the middle overs restricted Bengaluru to 200/7. ALSO READ | Formula One: Rui Marques succeeds Niels Wittich as new race director Despite being 114/0 in 10 overs at one stage, Virat’s side ran out of luck and lost their third IPL final. Virat also missed out on a historic 1000-mark and ended the season with 973 runs in 16 matches. Rahul back to RCB? While much will depend on equations on the auction table, Rahul’s recent release from Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) has paved the way for speculations of his comeback to RCB. He represented the franchise from 2013 to 2016 before joining Punjab Kings and LSG.

KL Rahul recalls 'heartbreaking' 2016 IPL final, says 'me and Virat talked about it few times'

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