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R Ashwin Clarifies After "Good Leaders Always..." Post Triggers Storm On Social Media

As Team India stood on the cusp of a defeat in the 4th Test against Australia, an intriguing post came from the recently-retired Ravichandran Ashwin. The veteran off-spinner who said goodbye to international cricket after the conclusion of the 3rd Test in Brisbane, was rooting for the Indian team to salvage a draw at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. As the 5th day's play witnessed the end of the second session, Ashwin shared a post on X (formerly Twitter), imparting some 'leadership wisdom'. However, everything changed for India just when the third and final session began.

After Sam Konstas' Brilliant Debut, Ex-Australia Star Demands More "Bravery" From Senior Batters

Lavishing praise on young Sam Konstas, former opener David Warner has urged Australia's senior players to adopt a similar aggressive approach when facing Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, who has been a dominant force with the ball in the ongoing series. The 19-year-old Konstas played some stunning scoops and laps off Bumrah en route to a 65-ball 60 on his Test debut during the fourth Test at Melbourne, which the Aussies won by 184 runs on Monday. "It was very special. People are going to criticise him as well. That's the nature of the beast, that's the way he is going to play," Warner told AAP.

Melbourne defeat brings fresh calls for Rohit, Kohli to exit test arena

NEW DELHI : Speculation that India captain Rohit Sharma and batting stalwart Virat Kohli are set to call time on their test careers has snowballed as the veteran pair continue to struggle in the five-test series in Australia.

WTC Qualification Scenario: Exact Results India Need To Qualify For Final

The 184-run victory over India at the Melbourne Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy has improved the chances of the Pat Cummins-led Australian side of making it to the World Test Championship 2025 final, with the side now needing just one more Test win away from making it to Lord's next year, according to ICC. While Australia are out in front as claimants to the second spot, Rohit Sharma-led India still has an outside chance. Sri Lanka's chances are also alive, but both will need a string of favourable results to keep their hopes alive.

"Kids And Women Are Watching": Navjot Singh Sidhu Fumes At Travis Head's MCG Act

The echoes of Team India's defeat in the 4th Test against Australia are going to be heard for a long time. The repeated failures of seniors like Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma, and irresponsible batting from young stars like Rishabh Pant resulted in India going 2-1 behind in the 5-match series at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. It was Pant's dismissal that is said to have changed the course of the game in Australia's favour on Monday. The wicket-keeper's departure also prompted a strange celebration from Australia star Travis Head, who was credited with Pant's wicket. Head's gesture, however, prompted a backlash on social media, prompting former India cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu to slam the Australia batter.

Rohit Sharma's Test Retirement Date Revealed? Report Makes Explosive Claim

Indian cricket team skipper Rohit Sharma is all set to announce his retirement after the end of the ongoing five-match Test series against Australia, according to a report by Times Of India. The report claimed that the BCCI top brass and selectors have already spoken about the decision and it is highly unlikely that Rohit will be changing his mind. While the exact time of the announcement is not determined, the report said that it will happen after the final Test match in Sydney.

Watch: Sam Konstas Mocks Virat Kohli With 'Shoulder' Dance Move During MCG Test

Australian cricket team youngster Sam Konstas reignited the controversy involving Virat Kohli as he mocked the India star with a 'shoulder' dance move on Day 5 of the fourth Test match in Melbourne on Monday. The incident took place during the 52nd over of India's second innings when Konstas was seen interacting with the Australian fans near the boundary rope. Konstas entertained them with the shoulder move - a hint towards the incident that saw Kohli shouldering him earlier in the match - as the crowd cheered. For the act, Kohli was found guilty of breaching article 2.12 of ICC code of conduct.

"Rishabh Pant Needs To Understand...": Rohit Sharma's Blunt Message After MCG Test Defeat

Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma said that Rishabh Pant needs to understand what is required from himself after their side's crushing defeat against Australia in the fourth Test encounter in Melbourne on Monday. Pant scored 30 off 104 balls in the second innings and the left-hander stitched together a brilliant partnership with Yashasvi Jaiswal that almost guided India to safety. However, he was dismissed after playing a rash shot and that opened the floodgates as the visitors kept losing wickets at regular intervals. Rohit said that Pant needs to assess the risk percentage and play accordingly.

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R Ashwin Clarifies After "Good Leaders Always..." Post Triggers Storm On Social Media

After Sam Konstas' Brilliant Debut, Ex-Australia Star Demands More "Bravery" From Senior Batters

Melbourne defeat brings fresh calls for Rohit, Kohli to exit test arena

WTC Qualification Scenario: Exact Results India Need To Qualify For Final

"Kids And Women Are Watching": Navjot Singh Sidhu Fumes At Travis Head's MCG Act

Rohit Sharma's Test Retirement Date Revealed? Report Makes Explosive Claim

Watch: Sam Konstas Mocks Virat Kohli With 'Shoulder' Dance Move During MCG Test

"Rishabh Pant Needs To Understand...": Rohit Sharma's Blunt Message After MCG Test Defeat