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Behind Virat Kohli's Perth Test Tactic, England Great's Justification: "Had To Do..."

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has defended star India batter Virat Kohli after his flop show with the bat in the 1st innings of the Perth Test against Australia. Kohli managed just five runs before fending off a climbing Josh Hazlewood delivery to Usman Khawaja at slip. His 12-ball stay in the middle extended his lean patch with the bat, having managed just 93 runs in the recent home series loss to New Zealand. The former India captain hasn't scored a century since the West Indies tour last year.

"When In Doubt...": Australian Cricket Greats' Blunt Take On KL Rahul DRS Row

India batter KL Rahul's contentious caught behind dismissal in the opening Test against Australia kicked up a controversy with former players from both the countries questioning the third umpire's decision to overturn the on-field official's not out call. After on-field umpire Richard Kettleborough ruled in Rahul's favour following Australia's appeal, the home team used DRS to challenge the decision. Third umpire Richard Illingworth overturned the call despite not having the benefit of a split-screen view which would have given him a clearer picture of whether the Mitchell Starc delivery actually grazed the bat or the snicko responded to a hit on the pads.

'TV Umpire Lacked Sufficient Evidence For Crucial Call,' Says Sanjay Manjrekar On KL Rahul's Controversial Dismissal

India opener KL Rahul's dismissal on the first day of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test in Perth has ignited a heated debate over the usage of the Decision Review System (DRS) as former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar questioned the quality of technological support provided to the third umpire. The incident occurred just before lunch, leaving India reeling at 47 for 4 after opting to bat on a challenging surface. Rahul, who had displayed immense patience in his 74-ball innings of 26, was adjudged caught behind off Mitchell Starc after Australia opted for a review. On-field umpire Richard Kettleborough had initially given him not out.

How Virat Kohli Lost Tactical Battle To Josh Hazlewood, Sees Confidence Hit New Low

The entire Optus Stadium in Perth cheered as India's Virat Kohli walked out to bat against Australia on Day 1 of the first Test. Kohli, whose place in the Indian team is under question over repeated failures, was backed to rise to the occasion and deliver with the bat against the opposition he loves facing the most. Kohli even came up with a new plan to counter the threat posed by the Aussies, batting outside the crease but the move backfired.

Watch: Nitish Kumar Reddy's Outrageous Six To SRH Captain Pat Cummins On Test Debut

Nitish Reddy was one of the few Indian batters who managed to perform in Day 1 of the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at Perth. Coming in to bat with India struggling at 73/6, Reddy played a superb knock of 41 in just 59 balls on Test debut, showing confidence and stroke-making ability despite the conditions and match situation. Reddy's knock helped India to the 150-run mark and one of his shots stood out, as he upper cut Australia captain Pat Cummins for a six.

Jasprit Bumrah's Wonder-Spell Stuns Wasim Akram, Pakistan Great Can't Keep Calm In Commentary Box

Stand-in India captain Jasprit Bumrah bowled one of the most inspiring spells of fast bowling on Day 1 of the 1st Test against Australia in Perth on Friday. After India were bowled out for a paltry total of 150 inside the first two sessions at the Optus Stadium, Bumrah returned the favour in the final session to leave Australia reeling. Leading India in the absence of captain Rohit Sharma, Bumrah led from the front as he dismissed three of Australia's top four batters.

Jasprit Bumrah Wife Sanjana Ganesan Drops Unmissable Reaction On Star's Sensational Spell In Perth: "Greater Booty..."

Stand-in India captain Jasprit Bumrah's wife Sanjana Ganesan shared a hilarious post on her Instagram story, praising her husbang following his sensation spell against Australia on Day 1 of the 1st Test in Perth. Bumrah, who is leading the team in the absence of Rohit, brought India back into the contest after the hosts were bowled out for a meagre total of 150, after the pacer opted to bat first. Bumrah was the star of the day with exceptional figures of 4/17, which left Australia reeling at 67/7, still trailing India by 83 runs.

Cricket Australia To Honour Phillip Hughes Ahead Of India vs Australia 2nd Test In Adelaide

Cricket Australia has planned a series of initiatives to mark the 10th anniversary of the tragic death of Phillip Hughes including a tribute before the start of the second Test between India and Australia at the Adelaide Oval scheduled from December 6-10. CA will also honour the late Australian cricketer during the upcoming three Sheffield Shield games, as players will wear black armbands and flags will fly at half-mast. A promising left-hander who played 26 Tests, Hughes lost his life just days before his 26th birthday in 2014 after being struck by a bouncer during a domestic match.

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Behind Virat Kohli's Perth Test Tactic, England Great's Justification: "Had To Do..."

"When In Doubt...": Australian Cricket Greats' Blunt Take On KL Rahul DRS Row

'TV Umpire Lacked Sufficient Evidence For Crucial Call,' Says Sanjay Manjrekar On KL Rahul's Controversial Dismissal

How Virat Kohli Lost Tactical Battle To Josh Hazlewood, Sees Confidence Hit New Low

Watch: Nitish Kumar Reddy's Outrageous Six To SRH Captain Pat Cummins On Test Debut

Jasprit Bumrah's Wonder-Spell Stuns Wasim Akram, Pakistan Great Can't Keep Calm In Commentary Box

Jasprit Bumrah Wife Sanjana Ganesan Drops Unmissable Reaction On Star's Sensational Spell In Perth: "Greater Booty..."

Cricket Australia To Honour Phillip Hughes Ahead Of India vs Australia 2nd Test In Adelaide