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"Played Only 34% Matches": Sanjay Manjrekar Reveals Stunning Jasprit Bumrah Statistics

While India faltered against Australia in the second Test of the five-match series, Japsrit Bumrah continued to live up to the expectations. The right-arm pacer picked four wickets in Australia's first innings against India in the day-night Test in Adelaide. This came after Bumrah had bagged the Player of the Match award in the first game in Perth with 8 wickets to his name, including a five-wicket haul in the first innings. Given the amount of importance Bumrah holds, it is hard for India to rest the pacer during the ongoing Test series against Australia. However, along with that Bumrah's workload management also needs to be considered.

Video: Wasim Akram's Big Champions Trophy Announcement During Coke Studio Event

Pakistan cricket great Wasim Akram surprised his countrymen with an appearance during a recent Coke Studio event. With the Champions Trophy in his hand, Akram thanked the audience for remaining seated at the venue, as he narrated the high expectations he has for next year's event. Though the International Cricket Council (ICC) is yet to confirm the model in which the tournament will be held, as well as its schedule, Akram seemed confident of hosting the entire tournament in the country next year.

3rd ODI: India Aim To Avoid Clean Sweep Against Australia As World Cup Preparations Face Reality Check

A battered and bruised India will look to avoid a clean sweep and address some glaring issues ahead of next year's 50-over World Cup at home when they face Australia in the third and final women's ODI in Perth on Wednesday. The three-match series against the seven-time defending world champions has served as a harsh reality check for India, who have faltered in batting, bowling and fielding, with each area contributing to their struggles.

'Selfless' Rohit Sharma Drops Big Hint For 3rd Test Role, Virat Kohli Looking To...

The pink-ball Test between India and Australia could be over but the players are still toiling hard in the nets at Adelaide. After the day-night Test ended in just 2 days and one session, the likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, etc. decided to put the hard yards in the nets at Adelaide, before they fly to Brisbane for the third Test of the series. Ahead of the Gabba clash, Rohit Sharma's batting position has been one of the biggest talking points among experts. However, it doesn't look like the India captain is willing to change anything.

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Answer Sunil Gavaskar With This Act After "Don't Sit In Hotel" Plea

Team India seemed to have heard what the legendary Sunil Gavaskar had to say after the end of the pink-ball Test. The Indian players were seen holding a practice session at the Adelaide Oval ahead of the third Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, which will take place at Brisbane's iconic venue - The Gabba. Earlier on Sunday, Rohit Sharma-led India faced a setback in the prestigious BGT series as they conceded a 10-wicket defeat to Australia in the Adelaide Test. With the win, the hosts have levelled the series 1-1. During the net session on Tuesday, it was seen skipper Rohit Sharma, talisman batter Virat Kohli, youngsters Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal were busy to improve their batting skills.

Rohit Sharma's Captaincy In Line Of Fire Over 'Jasprit Bumrah Decision'

India captain Rohit Sharma has some tough questions to answer after the team's defeat in the pink-ball Test against Australia in Adelaide. Rohit replaced Jasprit Bumrah as the skipper for the team after India comprehensively defeated Australia in the opening match at Perth. However, Rohit's captaincy looked lackluster in the day-night Test, where India suffered a humbling 10-wicket defeat. As experts pose critical questions in front of Rohit, former India batter Aakash Chopra remains baffled by the captain's usage of marquee pacer Jasprit Bumrah in the game.

World Test Championship Final Qualification: With 10 Games To Go, All Possible Scenarios Explained

With 10 Tests remaining in the current World Test Championship (WTC) cycle, several teams remain in contention for a place in the top two, although no team is guaranteed a spot just yet, as per ESPNcricinfo. South Africa, leading the table with a percentage of 63.33, have two home matches against Pakistan remaining. Their recent 2-0 series sweep against Sri Lanka has put them in a strong position. To secure a spot in the final, they need to win just one of their upcoming Tests against Pakistan. A 1-1 series result would leave them at 61.11 percent, with only India or Australia in a position to overtake them.

"I Could Lip-Read": Matthew Hayden's Verdict On Mohammed Siraj-Travis Head Row

Two versions of the same episode, as India's Mohammed Siraj passionately stood his stance on the altercation he had with Australia's Travis Head on Day 2 of the Adelaide Test. Head claimed that he said 'well bowled' to Siraj after being bowled but the India pacer suggested that no such comment was made from the Australian. Matthew Hayden, one of the greatest Australian batters to play the game, has now shared his opinion on the matter, saying he was able to do lip-reading during the Siraj vs Head altercation.

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"Played Only 34% Matches": Sanjay Manjrekar Reveals Stunning Jasprit Bumrah Statistics

Video: Wasim Akram's Big Champions Trophy Announcement During Coke Studio Event

3rd ODI: India Aim To Avoid Clean Sweep Against Australia As World Cup Preparations Face Reality Check

'Selfless' Rohit Sharma Drops Big Hint For 3rd Test Role, Virat Kohli Looking To...

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Answer Sunil Gavaskar With This Act After "Don't Sit In Hotel" Plea

Rohit Sharma's Captaincy In Line Of Fire Over 'Jasprit Bumrah Decision'

World Test Championship Final Qualification: With 10 Games To Go, All Possible Scenarios Explained

"I Could Lip-Read": Matthew Hayden's Verdict On Mohammed Siraj-Travis Head Row