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"Selfish, Spiteful, Disruptive": R Ashwin Blasted By South Africa Great For Mid-Series Retirement

South African cricket great Daryll Cullinan has delivered a spectacular verdict on legendary India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin's sudden retirement from international cricket. Ashwin called time on his career midway through the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25, having played just one of the three Tests till then. Ashwin left without any farewell game, emphasizing that he wanted to quit cricket as nonchalantly as possible. However, Cullinan has reacted strongly to Ashwin's retirement, stating that retiring mid-series was a "selfish" move on his part.

"This Is Not Normal...": Amid Reports Of Rift In Dressing Room, India World Cup-Winner's Scathing Reply

Former India fast bowler Madan Lal voiced his disappointment over reports of leaked discussions from the Indian dressing room, which hinted at a rift within the team. He questioned how such internal matters were disclosed and stated that if these rumours were true, it would reflect poorly on the team.

"Always Hue And Cry...": Ex-India Selector On Gautam Gambhir-Rohit Sharma Rift In Dressing Room

Salil Ankola, who recently served as member of India men's team selection committee member, believes that reports of rift in the current Test team might be blown out of proportion, adding that there's a lot of outcry when the side doesn't get good results. After India suffered a 184-run defeat to Australia in the Boxing Day Test at Melbourne, reports emerged of chaos and unrest in Indian team, with head coach Gautam Gambhir saying in his pre-match press conference that ‘there were some honest words, that is what I can say.'

Amid Poor Form, Australia World Cup Winner Predicts Virat Kohli Revival In Champions Trophy

Former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson has heaped praise on Sam Konstas for his electrifying debut in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series while also voicing his support for Indian cricket stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma ahead of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. Konstas, the 19-year-old, took the cricketing world by storm with his audacious display in the fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Konstas smashed a quickfire 60 off 65 balls on the opening day, showcasing unconventional shots like scoops against India's ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah.

Novak Djokovic Getting In Shape Before Australian Open, Thrashes Gael Monfils At Brisbane International

Novak Djokovic was in imperious form as he demolished Gael Monfils 6-3, 6-3 to reach the quarter-finals of the Brisbane International on Thursday, with the Australian Open just over a week away. On a day when rising stars Mirra Andreeva and Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard underlined their potential, Djokovic cruised past fellow veteran Monfils in 72 minutes. Djokovic and Monfils played an entertaining match, but the 37-year-old Serb was always in control as he notched his 20th straight win over the Frenchman.

Rohit Sharma's Act During Meet With Australia PM Fuels 'All Is Not Well' Speculations: Report

It has been a tough campaign for Rohit Sharma in the ongoing five-match Test series against Australia. The Indian cricket team skipper missed the first Test as he decided to stay back with his family following the birth of his second child. However, since joining the team in Adelaide, he has scored just 31 runs in three matches and his dismal run has resulted in massive criticism from experts as well as fans. Ahead of the fifth Test match in Sydney beginning on Thursday, there has been a lot of speculation regarding whether he will be dropped and a report by The Times has dropped a massive hint about his future.

"He Should Tell Virat Kohli...": India Great Blasts Gautam Gambhir's 'Batting' Coaching

India's star batter Virat Kohli is going through a lean patch currently. In the ongoing five-match Test series against Australia, he has scored 167 runs across four games at an average of 27.83. Only once Kohli has reached the three-figure mark while in his other six innings he failed to even score a fifty. It is the channel outside off stump that has been troubling the star batter for a long time now. Kohli seemingly starts his innings with a resolute approach but he still somehow gets dismissed while chasing a delivery outside off stump, more often than not.

Rohit Sharma Likely To Be 'Rested' For 5th Test Against Australia. This Player Will Be Captain

Indian cricket team skipper Rohit Sharma is likely to be 'rested' for the fifth Test match against Australia starting Thursday in Sydney, according to sources. Fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah will be leading the side in his absence. Rohit has struggled massively in the ongoing five-match Test series as he has scored just 31 runs in three matches. He missed the first Test match as he decided to stay back with his family following the birth of his second child. However, since joining the side, he has failed to score big.

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"Selfish, Spiteful, Disruptive": R Ashwin Blasted By South Africa Great For Mid-Series Retirement

"This Is Not Normal...": Amid Reports Of Rift In Dressing Room, India World Cup-Winner's Scathing Reply

"Always Hue And Cry...": Ex-India Selector On Gautam Gambhir-Rohit Sharma Rift In Dressing Room

Amid Poor Form, Australia World Cup Winner Predicts Virat Kohli Revival In Champions Trophy

Novak Djokovic Getting In Shape Before Australian Open, Thrashes Gael Monfils At Brisbane International

Rohit Sharma's Act During Meet With Australia PM Fuels 'All Is Not Well' Speculations: Report

"He Should Tell Virat Kohli...": India Great Blasts Gautam Gambhir's 'Batting' Coaching

Rohit Sharma Likely To Be 'Rested' For 5th Test Against Australia. This Player Will Be Captain