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"Not Thinking About Bumrah...": Australia Opener Usman Khawaja Throws Down Gauntlet Before 1st Test

Ahead of the prestigious Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Australia Test opener Usman Khawaja said that everyone talks about Jasprit Bumrah, but India have other 'good' bowlers as well. Jasprit Bumrah made his Test debut against South Africa in 2018, following that, he has picked up 173 wickets in 40 long-format matches at an economy rate of 2.76. The top India seamer played 7 matches and 14 innings against Australia, in which he bagged 32 wickets at an economy rate of 2.47 and an average of 21.25. Speaking to Fox Cricket, Khawaja praised Mohammed Siraj and said that he is very good against both right and left-handed batters. The Aussie added that India pacer Mohammed Shami was very underrated and no one talked about him.

"Virat Kohli Not Gelling With Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir": Ex-Australia Star's Bombastic Claim Ahead Of Perth Test

Former Australia all-rounder Brendon Julian has backed the hosts to beat India inside four days in the upcoming first Test of a five-match Test series, starting November 22 in Perth. After being blown away by New Zealand at home earlier this month, Julian reckoned that India have plenty of areas to address ahead of the series-opener at the Optus Stadium. India captain Rohit Sharma is likely to miss the first Test due to personal reasons, and pacer Jasprit Bumrah is set to lead the team in his absence.

'Stranded': Bali travel chaos after flights grounded due to ash cloud from deadly volcano

A volcano on a remote Indonesian island continues to spew towering columns of hot ash into the air, making it too dangerous for flights to land or depart from Bali's international airport.

From Virat Kohli Show To Sarfaraz Khan's Injury, How Indians Did In Perth Nets Session

From Virat Kohli's appearance in the nets to Sarfaraz Khan getting hit in the elbow during the practice session, it was a day of very few highlights during the practice session ahead of the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy. According to Fox Cricket's video on X, Kohli's training session was eagerly watched by fans, who went to great lengths to catch a glimpse of their hero, with some of them climbing up the trees.

Australia Star, Set To Open In Perth, Takes Swipe At Jasprit Bumrah: "Bizarre Kind Of..."

Australia's left-handed opener Usman Khawaja admits Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah's unusual bowling action initially feels awkward, but with constant exposure to facing him, it becomes easier to handle. "I mean, when you first face him, it's just his action. It's a different, bizarre kind of action as his release point is very different than other bowlers. It's just a bit further up. So a lot of guys release the ball from near the popping crease. (Against Bumrah) it feels like he gets a bit further out just with his front braced leg and pushes the ball out," said Khawaja to Fox Sports on Thursday.

Retiring paceman Southee on call if New Zealand play WTC final

New Zealand paceman Tim Southee is eyeing the third test against England as his swan song in the format but will make himself available for selection if the Black Caps make the World Test Championship (WTC) final next year.

Which Indian Players Can Bat 11 Hours To Save A Test Match? Gautam Gambhir Replies

India are set to face Australia in a five-match Test series, starting November 22. The series, known as the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, is crucial for the Indian cricket team as it has its World Test Championship (WTC) final fate hanging on it. Visitors India need to win 4-0 in Australia to qualify for the summit clash comfortably, otherwise they will have to depend on various other results. Ahead of the all-important series, India head coach and former player Gautam Gambhir was asked on JioCinema to name the player, who could bat for 11 hours to defend a Test match. Gambhir replied "All the top seven."

Team India 'High Target For Terrorists': What BCCI Will Tell ICC, PCB For Not Travelling To Pakistan

Where and when the Champions Trophy 2025 be played? That is the biggest question in world cricket right now. Pakistan are designated hosts of Champions Trophy 2025, while India hold maximum power in world cricket owing to its capability to generate revenue. Now, BCCI has informed world cricket body ICC that it won't be travelling to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy. India and Pakistan don't play bilateral series due to political tensions. The arch-rivals play each other only in ICC and Asian Cricket Council events.

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"Not Thinking About Bumrah...": Australia Opener Usman Khawaja Throws Down Gauntlet Before 1st Test

"Virat Kohli Not Gelling With Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir": Ex-Australia Star's Bombastic Claim Ahead Of Perth Test

'Stranded': Bali travel chaos after flights grounded due to ash cloud from deadly volcano

From Virat Kohli Show To Sarfaraz Khan's Injury, How Indians Did In Perth Nets Session

Australia Star, Set To Open In Perth, Takes Swipe At Jasprit Bumrah: "Bizarre Kind Of..."

Retiring paceman Southee on call if New Zealand play WTC final

Which Indian Players Can Bat 11 Hours To Save A Test Match? Gautam Gambhir Replies

Team India 'High Target For Terrorists': What BCCI Will Tell ICC, PCB For Not Travelling To Pakistan