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Tennis In 2024: Rafael Nadal Retires As NextGen Takes Over; Rohan Bopanna Reaches Summit

A change of guard is underway in the world of tennis, as the era of legendary players slowly gives way to a new wave of talented youngsters. The sport is on the cusp of an exciting transformation, with the next generation of stars ready to take centre stage and forge their own paths to greatness. For India, the year started on a sweet note, with veteran Rohan Bopanna reaching the summit where he stood apart from the rest of his competitors.

"Juthe Log": Rohit Sharma And Co. Blasted By Ex-India Star On Yashasvi Jaiswal DRS Row

Former India wicketkeeper-batter Surinder Khanna lashed out at India's approach in the fourth Test against Australia and called for 'fair play' from the visiting side following their 184-run defeat at Melbourne Cricket Ground on Monday. Chasing 340 on the final day of the match, Indian batters once again faltered against Australia's bowling attack as the hosts took 2-1 lead in the five-Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy series.

On Yashasvi Jaiswal DRS Controversy, Real Reason Behind No Spike On 'Snicko' Revealed By Operators

India batter Yashasvi Jaiswal was on the receiving end of a controversial DRS call on Day 5 of recently-concluded 4th Test against Australia in Melbourne. This incident happened after Australia appealed for a caught behind on Jaiswal, who had mistimed his pull shot off Pat Cummins' delivery. While the ball was passing close to the face of the bat and the gloves, the on-field umpire gave not out to Jaiswal. Australia captain Cummins, however, referred the decision to third umpire Sharfuddoula Saikat of Bangladesh.

Travis Head's 'Obscene' Finger Celebration Explained After Social Media Furore During MCG Test

Travis Head provided a major breakthrough for Australia during the fourth Test match against Australia but it was his celebration that caused a massive uproar on social media. Head took the wicket of Rishabh Pant that paved the way for his team's victory on Monday and his celebration left a lot of people confused. Head pointed one fighter into his other hand which was shaped like a circle and it was perceived as 'obscene' by several social media users. However, Channel 7's James Brayshaw clear the air around the celebration.

Indian Grandmaster Koneru Humpy Becomes FIDE Women's World Rapid Champion

Indian grandmaster Koneru Humpy has pulled off a sensational turnaround in New York to be crowned FIDE Women's World Rapid Champion, clinching her second title in this tournament. Humpy began the tournament with a loss, bounced back on Day 2 and eventually rose to the top on Day 3 from a crowded field at the top of the standings.

"Crowd Has Been Ridiculous": Pat Cummins' Honest Take After MCG Test Win vs India

After Australia took a 2-1 lead in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, skipper Pat Cummins reckons the 184-run win over India in the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground is one of the best games he's played in. Cummins was named the Johnny Mullagh medal awarded to the Player of the Match, named after the star player on the 1868 Aboriginal tour of England, for his amazing all-round performances in the match. Cummins hit crucial knocks of 49 and 41 with the bat, while picking figures of 3-89 and 3-28 with the ball to give Australia a memorable win.

"People Who Own Fan Clubs...": R Ashwin's Cryptic Posts Amid India's MCG Struggles Is Viral

Former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin posted a couple of cryptic posts amid the struggle of skipper Rohit Sharma and the Indian side on Day 5 of the fourth Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy in Melbourne. Rohit, who has been struggling for form, did all the hard work but eventually returned to the dressing room with nothing to show for it. Instead of going all guns blazing, Rohit adopted a defensive stance and mustered up nine runs after facing 40 deliveries. After effectively dealing with the pace threat, he decided to take on his counterpart Pat Cummins.

"Third Umpire Did Make...": On Yashasvi Jaiswal Controversy, Simon Taufel's Blunt Verdict

India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal's contentious dismissal sparked a controversy on the final day of the fourth Test against Australia here on Monday, as third umpire Saikat Sharfuddoula ruled him out despite no edge being registered on the Snicko. Jaiswal, who was batting on 84, miscued a hook off pacer Pat Cummins' short-pitched, down the leg delivery, and the batter was initially given not out by on-field umpire Joel Wilson after Australia appealed for a caught-behind dismissal. However, upon review, third umpire Saikat adjudged that there was a deflection off Jaiswal's gloves/bat based on the visual evidence.

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Tennis In 2024: Rafael Nadal Retires As NextGen Takes Over; Rohan Bopanna Reaches Summit

"Juthe Log": Rohit Sharma And Co. Blasted By Ex-India Star On Yashasvi Jaiswal DRS Row

On Yashasvi Jaiswal DRS Controversy, Real Reason Behind No Spike On 'Snicko' Revealed By Operators

Travis Head's 'Obscene' Finger Celebration Explained After Social Media Furore During MCG Test

Indian Grandmaster Koneru Humpy Becomes FIDE Women's World Rapid Champion

"Crowd Has Been Ridiculous": Pat Cummins' Honest Take After MCG Test Win vs India

"People Who Own Fan Clubs...": R Ashwin's Cryptic Posts Amid India's MCG Struggles Is Viral

"Third Umpire Did Make...": On Yashasvi Jaiswal Controversy, Simon Taufel's Blunt Verdict