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&nbsp;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.

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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;

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.&nbsp;

<h2>Rahul’s elbow injury&nbsp;worries India</h2>

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;

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;

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;

(With inputs from agencies)

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

Australian captain Steve Smith has paid tribute to some bold selections after his team regained the Ashes in Perth today.

The home team took an unbeatable 3-0 lead in the series with an innings victory over the English at the WACA Ground, despite rain delays and a damaged pitch.

Smith said the comprehensive result, which has Australia on track for its third Ashes whitewash in four home series, was vindication for the national selectors for making some imaginative selections.

Wicketkeeper Tim Paine was not even keeping for his state side Tasmania when he was named for the first Test at the Gabba, while the recall of 34-year-old Shaun Marsh raised plenty of eyebrows.

Then batsman Peter Handscomb was dropped for the third Test, with underachieving all-rounder Mitchell Marsh getting a surprise recall.

Paine has responded with polished performances behind the stumps and 130 runs at 43.33, while Shaun Marsh produced a crucial century in the second Test in Adelaide and has 224 runs at 74.66.

Mitchell Marsh took his chance in the third Test, notching his maiden Test century in making 181.

&quot;I thought they were really good selections,&quot; Smith said.

&quot;Painey has been mentioned as the best keeper in the country for a long period of time and the way he has kept has been exceptional.

&quot;The way he has batted has been exceptional as well, we have had some very valuable runs from him at seven.

&quot;Shaun Marsh as well, he&#39;s come in and done a terrific job.&quot; 
 
Smith credited his bowling attack&#39;s firepower for providing the difference between the sides, with Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins all capable of bowling considerably quicker than their English counterparts.

He said the success of the trio was reward for extended planning to ensure they were at their prime for the Ashes.

&quot;Here in Australia it certainly makes a difference on the flatter tracks where there isn&#39;t much sideways movement, that extra air speed can make a big difference,&quot; he said.

&quot;We&#39;ve worked really hard to ensure we had these three big quicks were on the park and ready for this series.

&quot;A couple of them skipped the one-day series in India as we knew what was coming up, we were preparing for this series and we wanted the big three on the park to do what they&#39;ve done the last three Test matches.&quot;

Pace bowler Starc battled a bruised heel in Perth, but the captain said he was keen to play in Melbourne.

&quot;I just saw him and he just said &#39;I&#39;m playing&#39;,&quot; Smith said.

&quot;Whether he has a choice in the matter I am not sure but he wants to play.&quot;

Australian have named an unchanged side for the Boxing Day Test, starting on December 26 at the MCG

Wicketkeeper Tim Paine was not even keeping for his state side when he was named for the first Ashes Test.

Australian captain Steve Smith has paid tribute to some bold selections after his team regained the Ashes in Perth today. The home team took an unbeatable 3-0 lead in the series with an innings victory over the English at the WACA Ground, despite rain delays and a damaged pitch. Smith said the comprehensive result, which has Australia on track for its third Ashes whitewash in four home series, was vindication for the national selectors for making some imaginative selections. Wicketkeeper Tim Paine was not even keeping for his state side Tasmania when he was named for the first Test at the Gabba, while the recall of 34-year-old Shaun Marsh raised plenty of eyebrows. Then batsman Peter Handscomb was dropped for the third Test, with underachieving all-rounder Mitchell Marsh getting a surprise recall. Paine has responded with polished performances behind the stumps and 130 runs at 43.33, while Shaun Marsh produced a crucial century in the second Test in Adelaide and has 224 runs at 74.66. Mitchell Marsh took his chance in the third Test, notching his maiden Test century in making 181. "I thought they were really good selections," Smith said. "Painey has been mentioned as the best keeper in the country for a long period of time and the way he has kept has been exceptional. "The way he has batted has been exceptional as well, we have had some very valuable runs from him at seven. "Shaun Marsh as well, he's come in and done a terrific job." Smith credited his bowling attack's firepower for providing the difference between the sides, with Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins all capable of bowling considerably quicker than their English counterparts. He said the success of the trio was reward for extended planning to ensure they were at their prime for the Ashes. "Here in Australia it certainly makes a difference on the flatter tracks where there isn't much sideways movement, that extra air speed can make a big difference," he said. "We've worked really hard to ensure we had these three big quicks were on the park and ready for this series. "A couple of them skipped the one-day series in India as we knew what was coming up, we were preparing for this series and we wanted the big three on the park to do what they've done the last three Test matches." Pace bowler Starc battled a bruised heel in Perth, but the captain said he was keen to play in Melbourne. "I just saw him and he just said 'I'm playing'," Smith said. "Whether he has a choice in the matter I am not sure but he wants to play." Australian have named an unchanged side for the Boxing Day Test, starting on December 26 at the MCG

Australian skipper Smith praises bold selectors after Ashes win

Australia regained its Ashes urn after defeating England in the third Test match in Perth on Monday.&nbsp;

Skipper Steve Smith&#39;s team won the match by an innings and 41 runs on day five of the third test match to take an unassailable 3-0 lead. Two Tests are still to be played.

The poms reluctantly resumed at 132/4, clinging to hope that wet weather could keep the five test series alive.&nbsp;

England had scored 403, with centuries from Dawid Malan and Jonny Bairstow. Australia replied strongly with a double century from Smith and a century from Mithcell Marsh and scored a mammoth 662 for 9. The team was later declared.

England had to score 259 to make Australia bat again. But Australian bowlers led by Josh Hazlewood, (5 for 48) scuttled England&#39;s chances by bundling them out for 218.&nbsp;

England lost the first Test by 10 wickets and second by 120 runs.&nbsp;

Australian bowlers led by Josh Hazlewood scuttled England's chances by bundling them out for 218.?

Australia regained its Ashes urn after defeating England in the third Test match in Perth on Monday. Skipper Steve Smith's team won the match by an innings and 41 runs on day five of the third test match to take an unassailable 3-0 lead. Two Tests are still to be played. The poms reluctantly resumed at 132/4, clinging to hope that wet weather could keep the five test series alive. England had scored 403, with centuries from Dawid Malan and Jonny Bairstow. Australia replied strongly with a double century from Smith and a century from Mithcell Marsh and scored a mammoth 662 for 9. The team was later declared. England had to score 259 to make Australia bat again. But Australian bowlers led by Josh Hazlewood, (5 for 48) scuttled England's chances by bundling them out for 218. England lost the first Test by 10 wickets and second by 120 runs.

3rd Test Day 5: Australia beat England by an innings and 41 runs, regain Ashes

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

Australian skipper Smith praises bold selectors after Ashes win

3rd Test Day 5: Australia beat England by an innings and 41 runs, regain Ashes