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Australia Rookie Sam Konstas' Blunt Jasprit Bumrah Declaration, Says "I Do Have A Plan"

Few years ago, Christmas Eve meant playing backyard cricket with his brother. But now, 19-year-old Australian Sam Konstas is devising plans to tackle the world's most destructive fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah in the Boxing Day Test against India. The five-match series is evenly poised at 1-1. "I do have a plan for Bumrah but I am not going to tell what it is. Trying to put pressure back on bowlers," Konstas told reporters on Monday, three days before his much-anticipated Test debut.

Manu Bhaker Surprise Absentee From Khel Ratna Nominations, Report Reveals Reason

The year 2024 has been a memorable year for Indian sports as many athletes showed their true caliber and brought accolades for the country. From India's magnificent win at the T20 World Cup to Manu Bhaker's historic double medal victory at the Paris Olympics, Indian sports reached new heights. Just like every year, the Indian government will be giving the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award to celebrate and honour the achievements of these athletes and some nominees of the same have been revealed.

1st Time Ever In Cricket: Pakistan Script History With 3-0 Sweep vs South Africa

The ODI series between South Africa and Pakistan concluded on a historic note for Mohammad Rizwan's men, as the touring side complete a never-seen-before 3-0 sweep. South Africa, who first featured in an official ODI series back in 1991, had never suffered such a humiliation at home. Their first home series came in 1992 against India. However, Rizwan's men refused to take their foot off the gas even after claiming an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series. In the final ODI at Johannesburg, Pakistan once again produced an all-round effort to etch their name in history books.

PV Sindhu To Marry Fiance Venkata Datta Today: Check Full Details

Ace Indian shuttler PV Sindhu is set to tie the knot with her fiance Venkata Datta at the luxurious resort, Raffles in Udaipur on Sunday. After the wedding, there will be a reception party thrown by the newlyweds in Sindhu's hometown, Hyderabad on December 24. On December 20 a Sangeet took place and on the next day there Haldi, Pellikuthuru and Mehendi took place. Recently, Sindhu ended her Badminton World Federation (BWF) World Tour drought of over two years by defeating China's Wu Luo Yu in the finals of the Syed Modi India International badminton tournament in Lucknow.

Virat Kohli Labelled 'Bully' Over Argument With Female Reporter: "Berated Her..."

Star India batter Virat Kohli has been labelled as "bully" after his recent argument with a female journalist earlier this week. This comes after Kohli lashed out at Nat Yoannidis, a local journalist upon landing with his family at the Melbourne Airport. Kohli was seemingly unhappy with the journalist for filming his kids without his permission, citing privacy concerns. The 36-year-old had also warned Indian journalist in the past, against clicking pictures of his son and daughter. However, this rule doesn't apply in Australia as the journalist are free to record and click pictures of the celebrities.

Sanju Samson Announces Big IPL 2025 Sacrifice, Set To Change His Role To...

Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain Sanju Samson could give up wicketkeeping duties in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Samson, who was retained by RR for Rs 18 crore, has opened up on the prospect of playing as a fielder and passing on the wicketkeeping baton to youngster Dhruv Jurel. Samson also revealed that he and Jurel had a chat over the same, especially with the latter keen to keep the wickets after his recent elevation as India's second choice Test wicketkeeper.

"Very Proud Cricketer": Amid Criticism, Virat Kohli Receives Support From His Childhood Hero

India stalwart Virat Kohli has been facing his fair share of criticism of late for his topsy-turvy form with the bat, but has now found a supporter in one of his childhood heroes. Kohli, who averages just 25 with the bat in Test cricket in 2024, has received words of encouragement from former South Africa batter Herschelle Gibbs, who Kohli had named as one of his childhood heroes during his U19 days. Gibbs stated that Kohli should not be written off just yet.

Watch: Define BCCI, ICC, Indian Cricket In One Word Each: Steve Smith, Travis Head Give Epic Reply

Australian cricket might have dominated ICC events, winning the most trophies, but Indian cricket is arguably considered the breadwinner for the sport. Over the last two decades, Indian cricket has grown leaps and bounds, challenging the Aussies and other top nations on every front. The Board of Control for Cricket In India (BCCI) has played a big role in Indian cricket's rise. In the form of the Indian Premier League (IPL), the BCCI has also given the cricket world a top franchise-based T20 league. Hence, even when Australian cricketers were asked about their views on the India board, they only had good things to say.

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Australia Rookie Sam Konstas' Blunt Jasprit Bumrah Declaration, Says "I Do Have A Plan"

Manu Bhaker Surprise Absentee From Khel Ratna Nominations, Report Reveals Reason

1st Time Ever In Cricket: Pakistan Script History With 3-0 Sweep vs South Africa

PV Sindhu To Marry Fiance Venkata Datta Today: Check Full Details

Virat Kohli Labelled 'Bully' Over Argument With Female Reporter: "Berated Her..."

Sanju Samson Announces Big IPL 2025 Sacrifice, Set To Change His Role To...

"Very Proud Cricketer": Amid Criticism, Virat Kohli Receives Support From His Childhood Hero

Watch: Define BCCI, ICC, Indian Cricket In One Word Each: Steve Smith, Travis Head Give Epic Reply