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Wasim Jaffer Says "More Pressure On Australia", Michael Vaughan Gives Harsh Reminder

Team India might be coming into the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on the back of its worst-ever defeat in a home Test series but former cricketer Wasim Jaffer feels it's the Australian team that will be under more pressure. India have done very well against Australia in Tests, be it home or away. In fact, the touring India won their last two Test series in Australia. The expectations from the Indian team aren't any less this time, but former England captain Michael Vaughan feels the situation is much different.

Virat Kohli Given Blunt "Protector" Advice By Ricky Ponting. Says "Stand Up And..."

Ahead of the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test, Ricky Ponting hailed the talismanic Virat Kohli, calling him an absolute superstar of the game who is deeply passionate about the way he plays, which in turn has earned him lots of respect in Australia. “Kohli is a star. He's a superstar, has been a superstar of the game for so long. He's passionate about the way that he plays. He's passionate about his team. He wants to win and he plays with his heart on his sleeve.

"Spoke To Rohit Sharma Earlier But...": Jasprit Bumrah On Taking Up Perth Test Captaincy

India's stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah on Thursday insisted that his team is not carrying any baggage from the unprecedented 0-3 defeat at home against New Zealand as it embarks on a challenging Test series against fierce rivals Australia. Bumrah replaced Rohit Sharma as the team's captain for the series opener after the latter had to miss the match due to the birth of his baby boy. While it isn't a usual sight to see bowlers taking up the leadership role, Bumrah feels they are 'tactically better' than batters, and hence, should be given leadership responsibilities more often.

Rohit Sharma's Return "Potential Disruption": Ricky Ponting Plays Another Mind-Game With Indian Team

Captain Rohit Sharma linking up with the Indian team in the second Test at Adelaide could be a "potential disruption" for the visitors, reckoned the legendary Ricky Ponting, who Thursday stood by his prediction of a 3-1 series victory for Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The marquee five-match Test series starts here on Friday. Rohit is on a paternity break and will miss the series-opener. Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is captaining the Indian team in his absence.

Australia skipper Cummins eyes elusive series win against India

MELBOURNE : Captain Pat Cummins has hoisted just about every trophy in cricket as part of dominant Australian teams but wants to tick the last box with a test series win against India over the next two months.

India's Predicted XI vs Australia, 1st Test: Jasprit Bumrah Set For Big Surprise In Team Selection

The Indian cricket team gears up for the start of the 5-match Test series against Australia, with the first match taking place in Perth, starting Friday. India captain Rohit Sharma is confirmed to not be part of the playing XI, having not reached Australia yet, with vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah taking up his role as the skipper for the match. Though Bumrah refused to delve into any details with regards to playing XI selection, India's practice simulations and media reports do suggest what sort of XI the tourists are likely to go with.

Gautam Gambhir Gets Unexpected 'Virat Kohli Suggestion' Ahead Of Perth Test

The absence of captain Rohit Sharma and batter Shubman Gill has thrown open a challenge for the Indian team management ahead of the opening Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. India don't just need to find another opener to bat alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal but also a No. 3 batter to replace the injured Gill. While the names of KL Rahul and Devdutt Padikkal have been reported for the two spots, India's 1983 World Cup-winning star Kirti Azad feels head coach Gautam Gambhir should play Virat Kohli at the No. 3 spot.

"Jasprit Bumrah And...": Ravi Shastri Picks 2 Key Players For India In Australia Tests. Not Virat Kohli

Former coach Ravi Shastri prophesized young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and star quick Jasprit Bumrah to be India's key players for the Border Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. The hype building around the BGT has been nothing short of surreal. The dwindling form of the Test heavyweights has added an additional layer of spice to the rivalry. With Perth turf expected to remain true to its nature, offering bounce and pace, batters would need to up their ante to put runs on the board.

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Wasim Jaffer Says "More Pressure On Australia", Michael Vaughan Gives Harsh Reminder

Virat Kohli Given Blunt "Protector" Advice By Ricky Ponting. Says "Stand Up And..."

"Spoke To Rohit Sharma Earlier But...": Jasprit Bumrah On Taking Up Perth Test Captaincy

Rohit Sharma's Return "Potential Disruption": Ricky Ponting Plays Another Mind-Game With Indian Team

Australia skipper Cummins eyes elusive series win against India

India's Predicted XI vs Australia, 1st Test: Jasprit Bumrah Set For Big Surprise In Team Selection

Gautam Gambhir Gets Unexpected 'Virat Kohli Suggestion' Ahead Of Perth Test

"Jasprit Bumrah And...": Ravi Shastri Picks 2 Key Players For India In Australia Tests. Not Virat Kohli