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Australia Hailed For 'Momentous' WTC Title But Told: Now Win Ashes

Australia's World Test Championship triumph was hailed on Monday as "momentous" -- but warned it will quickly be forgotten if they do not win the Ashes. Pat Cummins' side crushed India by 209 runs in the final at The Oval in a show of strength ahead of the Ashes against arch-rivals England starting on Friday. The Sydney Daily Telegraph said Australia "deserve praise" for routing Rohit Sharma's team, but warned: "Deep down they know that the main prize is still to be won.

"Alone He Won World Cups": Harbhajan Gives Sharp Response To Fan Praising MS Dhoni

The Indian cricket team's loss to Australia in the ICC Test Championship final has resulted in the outbreak of negative sentiments among many fans on social media. While some are busy criticising head coach Rahul Dravid and captain Rohit Sharma for the team's loss, others are recalling how successful India were under the captaincy of MS Dhoni when it came to ICC events. As one fan levied extravagant praise on Dhoni's success at the ICC World T20 in 2007, Harbhajan Singh gave a sharp retort, reminding the fan that cricket is a 'team sport'.

Video: On Live TV, Sunil Gavaskar Loses It When Asked About Virat Kohli's Dismissal

Batting great Sunil Gavaskar came down hard on Virat Kohli following Team India's humiliating loss to Australia in the World Test Championship (WTC) Final on Sunday. Kohli could only add five runs to his overnight score of 44 as Scott Boland sparked Team India's batting collapse. Boland exploited Kohli's Achilles heel as he lured him to play a cover drive. On any other day, Kohli would have opted to play against the shot but this time he couldn't control his desire to play his beloved shot. He went for the shot but only found a thick edge towards the slip, Steve Smith dived low to his right to take a stunning catch.

"There's Virat Kohli, Daylight And Then The Rest": Nasser Hussain's Ultimate Tribute To India Star

Team India's hopes of lifting the ICC World Test Championship title rested in the hands of veterans Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane on Sunday. With India needing 280 runs more to get on the Day 5 of the match at the Oval, the spotlight is understandably on 'chase master' Kohli who has pulled off some dramatic run-chases for the Indian team over the years. The odds were overwhelmingly in Australia's favour and the team proved exactly why by thumping India by 209 runs to lift the Test mace.

Shubman Gill Posts Two-Word Tweet After India's WTC Final Loss Against Australia

India had a forgetful outing with the bat on Sunday as they were bundled out for 234 in the chase of 444 against Australia in the World Test Championship final. India needed 280 on Day 5 with seven wickets in hand but got bowled out even before the first session was completed. Nathan Lyon and Scott Boland were the pick among the bowlers as they took four and three wickets respectively. Australia became the first team to clinch all four ICC titles while India lost another opportunity to clinch their first ICC trophy since 2013.

India vs Australia, WTC Final: Was Shubman Gill Out Or Not Out? A Peep Into The Rulebook

Cameron Green's catch to dismiss Shubman Gill during India's second innings of the World Test Championship final has sparked huge controversy. In their chase of 444 runs against Australia in the summit clash, Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma took India off to a solid start. However, a Scott Boland delivery took the outside edge of Gill's willow and Green pulled off a blinder at gully. The catch was referred to the third umpire, who eventually ruled it in favour of the Australians.

"Got More Angles In IPL": Rohit Sharma Blasts WTC Organisers Over Shubman Gill's Controversial Dismissal

Sunday turned out to be nightmare for Team India as they faced a 209-run defeat against Australia on Day 5 of the World Test Championship final at The Oval. Chasing a whopping total of 444, Team India needed 280 runs to win on the final with seven wickets in hand. However, Australia's bowling attack completely dominated the Rohit Sharma-led side and bundled them out for 234. After the match ended, India skipper Rohit Sharma opened up on the controversial dismissal of opening batter Shubman gill on Scott Boland's delivery on Day 4.

'Game Was Totally Even If You Take...': BCCI President Roger Binny's Big Statement On WTC Final

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Roger Binny believes that India lost the World Test Championship final on the first day after Steve Smith and Travis Head set the tone of the game with their 285-run partnership. Australia completed the list of ICC accolades after defeating India in the WTC 2023 final by 209 runs. Australia took the opportunities that were present in front of them which allowed them to take firm control over the game.

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Australia Hailed For 'Momentous' WTC Title But Told: Now Win Ashes

"Alone He Won World Cups": Harbhajan Gives Sharp Response To Fan Praising MS Dhoni

Video: On Live TV, Sunil Gavaskar Loses It When Asked About Virat Kohli's Dismissal

"There's Virat Kohli, Daylight And Then The Rest": Nasser Hussain's Ultimate Tribute To India Star

Shubman Gill Posts Two-Word Tweet After India's WTC Final Loss Against Australia

India vs Australia, WTC Final: Was Shubman Gill Out Or Not Out? A Peep Into The Rulebook

"Got More Angles In IPL": Rohit Sharma Blasts WTC Organisers Over Shubman Gill's Controversial Dismissal

'Game Was Totally Even If You Take...': BCCI President Roger Binny's Big Statement On WTC Final