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Sunil Gavaskar Sets Record Straight On Virat Kohli Ahead Of Australia Tests. Says "Survive..."

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar feels Virat Kohli has the track record to turn around his poor form during the upcoming five-match Test series against Australia. Kohli arrived in Australia on the back of a horror outing with the bat against New Zealand at home, where he scored just 93 runs across six innings in a shock 0-3 loss at home. However, Gavaskar is confident of a turnaround, especially considering Kohli's exceptional record in Australia. Historically, Australia has been a stage where Kohli has performed spectacularly, scoring 1352 runs in 13 Tests at an average of 54.08. He has also scored six centuries and four fifties Down Under.

India To Host Champions Trophy If Pakistan Maintain Hard Stance? Report Claims Initial 'BCCI Talks'

The uncertainty over Champions Trophy 2025 is one that has kept the world cricket on tenterhooks. From the time, the BCCI informed the International Cricket Council (ICC) that it will not be travelling to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy, the future of the tournament is in doldrums. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has also maintained a hard stance and has ruled out possibility of a 'hybrid model' where some matches, including India's, are played at a neutral ground. It has also written to the ICC seeking a written response on the reason behind India not agreeing to come to Pakistan.

Manchester United co-owner Avram Glazer 'pushes ahead' with £650m takeover decision

Manchester United co-owner Avram Glazer is, reportedly, one of six remaining candidates battling it out to invest in Lord's-based cricket franchise London Spirit.

Magnus Carlsen Takes Sole Lead In Tata Steel India Chess Tournament

World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen recorded a flawless performance, securing victories against S L Narayanan, Wesley So and Arjun Erigaisi, to take the sole lead at the Tata Steel Chess India Rapid Tournament in Kolkata on Thursday. Starting the day just half a point behind overnight leader Nodirbek Abdusattorov, the Norwegian's masterful play elevated him to the top of the leaderboard with a commanding five points out of a possible six in the 'Open' section. Russia's Aleksandra Goryachkina too came up with an equally impressive performance in the women's section to secure the sole lead following three victories on day two.

Watch: India Skipper Rohit Sharma Sweats It Out Ahead Of Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Skipper Rohit Sharma was seen sweating it out in a new video, showcasing his dedication and intense workout routine. The video, posted by his media team, Team Ro, on Instagram, captures the cricket star lifting weights, cycling, and running. "Best start to the day," was the text shared with the post. As a key player for the Indian cricket team, his rigorous training regimen is crucial for staying in top form, especially with the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) on the horizon.

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Told To Hit 'Reset Button' By Australia Great: "Why They Failed..."

Former Australian pacer Brett Lee has advised India skipper Rohit Sharma and star batter Virat Kohli to hit the "reset button", work on their technique and hit the ground running in the five-Test series against Australia, beginning in Perth in less than 10 days' time. The two batting stalwarts will be keenly observed during the Border-Gavaskar series Down Under following their underwhelming performance in the 0-3 Test whitewash by New Zealand recently.

Champions Trophy Arrives In Pakistan Amid Row Over India's Refusal To Travel

Even though the ICC is yet to announce the final schedule of the Champions Trophy, it flew the trophy to Pakistan on Thursday for a tour of the country beginning November 16. According to a Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) official, the trophy tour would begin from Skardu in northern Pakistan. "The tour will cover major Pakistani cities where the Champions Trophy matches are set to be played," the official said.

"No Back Channel...": Pakistan Foreign Office's Clear Message On India's Champions Trophy Travel Refusal

Pakistan on Thursday said that no back channel diplomacy was going on with India after the neighbouring country refused to send its cricket team for the Champions Trophy to be held in February-March next year. The spokesperson of Foreign Office, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, was asked questions at the weekly press briefing regarding the status of the cricket tournament scheduled to be held in Pakistan early next year. “There is no back channel with India to specifically discuss the Champions Trophy and bilateral Cricket between Pakistan and India,” she said.

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Sunil Gavaskar Sets Record Straight On Virat Kohli Ahead Of Australia Tests. Says "Survive..."

India To Host Champions Trophy If Pakistan Maintain Hard Stance? Report Claims Initial 'BCCI Talks'

Manchester United co-owner Avram Glazer 'pushes ahead' with £650m takeover decision

Magnus Carlsen Takes Sole Lead In Tata Steel India Chess Tournament

Watch: India Skipper Rohit Sharma Sweats It Out Ahead Of Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Told To Hit 'Reset Button' By Australia Great: "Why They Failed..."

Champions Trophy Arrives In Pakistan Amid Row Over India's Refusal To Travel

"No Back Channel...": Pakistan Foreign Office's Clear Message On India's Champions Trophy Travel Refusal