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"Team Takes Precedence Over Natural Game": Coach Gautam Gambhir's Stern Message

India head coach Gautam Gambhir addressed a press conference on the eve of the series-deciding fifth and final Test in Sydney. India trail 1-2 in the series, following their 184-run loss to Australia in the Boxing Day Test last week. Although he refused to analyse individuals when asked about the questionable shot selection of players like Rishabh Pant in crunch situations, Gambhir insisted that the team's interest is paramount. For the unversed, Pant has come under the scanner for getting out while attempting rash shots in both the innings of the MCG Test.

Rain Threat Looms Over Sydney Test? Report Has Some Bad News For India

The fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) could get affected by rain during the last two days of the match, reported Wisden Cricket. The final Test will be a New Year's Test starting on January 3 at the SCG. Also, the Test is a special event as it marks the 'Jane McGrath Day', the wife of legendary pacer Glenn McGrath who lost her life in a battle with cancer. "On the third day of the match venue is covered with a full sea of pink and millions of dollars are typically raised for cancer support and awareness in Australia.

'Rohit Sharma, You Shattered India's Confidence': Captain Comes Under Scathing Attack After MCG Humiliation

Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has ripped into India captain Rohit Sharma for their defeat to Australia in the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25 in Melbourne. Rohit Sharma was slammed by Ali for not only ruining the confidence of KL Rahul by demoting him and promoting himself, but also criticised for his mentality. Basit Ali also reserved criticism for Gautam Gambhir, criticising some of the decisions taken during the game, and also suggested a captaincy change for Team India.

First Or Second Dismissal? Michael Clarke Gives His Take On Which Dismissal Rishabh Pant Would Have Regretted More

Former Australia captain Michael Clarke feels Rishabh Pant would have regretted the shot that led to his dismissal in the second innings of the Boxing Day Test more. Pant was at the receiving end of backlash from fans and former cricketers after India succumbed to an 184-run defeat in front of a record-attendance crowd at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in the Boxing Day Test. In the first innings, he lost his wicket after trying to execute a cheeky shot. The plan was there in his mind, but when it came to execution, Pant fluffed and lost his wicket.

"Rishabh Pant Should Be Criticised...": Ex-India Star Follows Up On Sunil Gavaskar's Scathing Attack

Amid the poor run of form by wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant in Australia, Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar said that the youngster should be "criticised for his failures, rather than the way he fails". Pant, who has had a fine record against Australia, has failed to convert his fine starts into big scores Down Under this time around. Often, he has fallen prey to poor shot-making, which has drawn immense criticism from the cricketing fraternity and fans, most notably former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar. So far in four matches, he has made 154 runs at an average of 22.00, with no half-centuries in seven innings. His best score is 37.

"Turning Point Was...": Ravi Shastri's Unfiltered Take On India's Defeat At MCG

After the conclusion of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) between Australia and India in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, former head coach Ravi Shastri discussed the turning point of the match. The Boxing Day Test in Melbourne ended in an exciting climax, with Australia clinching a 184-run victory over India in the final hour of the last day on Monday. "I think the turning point was the wicket of Rishabh Pant. They knew they couldn't win the game by lunchtime once they lost three wickets. The only chance you have of winning is if there's a platform set, exactly what Rohit said. And then, when Rishabh Pant got out after tea, that lifted the Australians. That was the opening they were looking for, and they made sure to capitalize on it," Ravi Shastri said on Star Sports.

"I've Had Enough": Furious Gautam Gambhir Lashes Out At India Stars, Issues Stern Warning

Not all is well in the Indian team's dressing room at the moment. With Australia leading 2-1 in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, with just one Test in Sydney to go, there's an understandable discontent in the Indian team. Pressure has been increasing on India head coach Gautam Gambhir, under whom, the team produced some astonishing results against Sri Lanka (in ODIs), and New Zealand (in Tests at home) and is now on the brink of losing the Test assignment in Australia and with it, a chance to qualify for the World Test Championship final.

On Travis Head's Bizarre 'Hole' Celebration vs India, Pat Cummins Offers Hilarious Explanation

Australia star Travis Head has not only tormented India with the bat during the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, his bowling kickstarted India's downfall on Day 5 of the fourth Test in Melbourne. With Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rishabh Pant well set and the game heading towards a draw, Head got Pant out. However, after taking the wicket, Head reacted with a rather bizarre celebration, putting his finger into his hole-shaped other hand, and drawing criticism from fans. However, Australia captain Pat Cummins has given an explanation behind it.

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"Team Takes Precedence Over Natural Game": Coach Gautam Gambhir's Stern Message

Rain Threat Looms Over Sydney Test? Report Has Some Bad News For India

'Rohit Sharma, You Shattered India's Confidence': Captain Comes Under Scathing Attack After MCG Humiliation

First Or Second Dismissal? Michael Clarke Gives His Take On Which Dismissal Rishabh Pant Would Have Regretted More

"Rishabh Pant Should Be Criticised...": Ex-India Star Follows Up On Sunil Gavaskar's Scathing Attack

"Turning Point Was...": Ravi Shastri's Unfiltered Take On India's Defeat At MCG

"I've Had Enough": Furious Gautam Gambhir Lashes Out At India Stars, Issues Stern Warning

On Travis Head's Bizarre 'Hole' Celebration vs India, Pat Cummins Offers Hilarious Explanation