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"They've Been Outplayed So Far": Ricky Ponting Questions India's Preparation For WTC Final

India's performance in the World Test Championship final against Australia has shown their preparation was not ideal, said Ricky Ponting, who especially raised questions about the readiness of their undercooked pacers. India are staring at another unfavourable result in an ICC final after conceding a first-innings lead of 173 runs to Australia on a seaming pitch. While Mohammed Siraj and Mohammed Shami have been potent in the game, Umesh Yadav and Shardul Thakur looked a bit rusty having not got a lot of overs under their belt in the IPL.

India vs Australia, WTC Final: Australia End Day 3 At 123/4, Extend Lead To 296 Runs Against India

India's Ajinkya Rahane revived his international career with a courageous effort in seaming conditions but it could not prevent Australia from extending their supremacy in the World Test Championship final at The Oval in London on Friday. Playing his first Test in 18 months and with his side's back against the wall, Rahane weathered a hostile spell from Australian pacers on way to a memorable 89 off 129 balls on the third day and took India to 296 all out from 152 for six.

Watch: Australian Players Booed After Leaving Field Prematurely, Forced To Return During WTC Final

Several Australian cricketers had to return to the field after leaving prematurely following a successful DRS review from India on Day 3 of the World Test Championship (WTC) Final at The Oval on Friday. In a rare incident, the Australian cricketers decided to not wait for the third umpire's decision when Mohammed Siraj was given out LBW in the 68th over of the Indian innings. It was the final wicket for India and although the on-field umpire gave him out, the decision was ultimately reversed. The cricketers had to quickly come back to the field as boos rang all around the ground following the incident.

Watch: Ravindra Jadeja's Shocking Reaction After Getting Dismissed By Nathan Lyon In WTC Final

Ravindra Jadeja was the only player who provided Team India with some hope on a disappointing Day 2 of the World Test Championship against Australia at The Oval. Starting the day on a positive note with the bowlers making a remarkable comeback and bundling out Australia for 469, the Rohit Sharma-led side was reduced to 151/5 at stumps. Only Jadeja played a knock of 48 off 51 balls and helped India gain some momentum. He was dismissed by Nathan Lyon and the Indian fans were visibly disappointed.

'Voice Of Cricket' Meets 'Voice Of Football': Harsha Bhogle And Peter Drury's Viral Interaction

"Voice of cricket" Harsha Bhogle recently caught up with the "voice of football" Peter Drury at the World Test Championship (WTC) Final between India and Australia. For decades, both Bhogle and Drury have mesmerised fans and viewers with their poetic voice. Just like the India vs Pakistan rivalry in cricket is incomplete without Bhogle's insightful commentary, Drury's poetic voice is acknowledged in multiple circles in the football world to be one of the best in the commentary business – some even say the best. During the Europa League Final last week, Drury had recently revealed that Bhogle is his idol and he will be meeting him soon in London.

Watch: Australia Drop Two Crucial Catches To Provide India Star With Lifeline In WTC Final

The World Test Championship final between India and Australia is underway at the Oval, London. It started with India skipper Rohit Sharma winning the toss and opting to bowl first. Helped by centuries from Travis Head (163) and Steve Smith (121), Australia posted 469 runs on the board in their first innings. Mohammed Siraj claimed a four-wicket haul while Mohammed Shami and Shardul Thakur picked two wickets apiece. In reply, India had a poor start which eventually saw them losing six wickets with only 152 runs on the board.

"Australia Clearly Played With The...": Ex-Pakistan Star Makes Startling Ball Tampering Claim In WTC Final

Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has accused the Pat Cummins-led Australian team of altering with the condition of the ball in the ongoing World Test Championship (WTC) Final against India at The Oval. After posting a total of 469, Australia restricted India to a total of 151/5 at stumps on Day 2. Amid Australia's dominance on the first two days of the match, Basit Ali, who played 19 Tests and 50 ODIs for Pakistan, said that Cummins and co. 'made the ball' near the 15th over, which led to India's batting collapse.

Watch: KS Bharat Has No Answer For Scott Boland's Ripper, Gets Clean Bowled In WTC Final

KS Bharat was dismissed on the second ball of Day 3 of the World Test Championship (WTC) Final as Scott Boland claimed another wicket at The Oval on Friday. It was a length delivery from Boland which seamed back in and went right through Bharat's defenses to crash into the stumps. The ball did hit the stumps on the way but it did not change anything as Bharat was dismissed for 5 off 15 deliveries. It was the second wicket of the encounter for Boland who enjoyed healthy movement off the pitch.

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"They've Been Outplayed So Far": Ricky Ponting Questions India's Preparation For WTC Final

India vs Australia, WTC Final: Australia End Day 3 At 123/4, Extend Lead To 296 Runs Against India

Watch: Australian Players Booed After Leaving Field Prematurely, Forced To Return During WTC Final

Watch: Ravindra Jadeja's Shocking Reaction After Getting Dismissed By Nathan Lyon In WTC Final

'Voice Of Cricket' Meets 'Voice Of Football': Harsha Bhogle And Peter Drury's Viral Interaction

Watch: Australia Drop Two Crucial Catches To Provide India Star With Lifeline In WTC Final

"Australia Clearly Played With The...": Ex-Pakistan Star Makes Startling Ball Tampering Claim In WTC Final

Watch: KS Bharat Has No Answer For Scott Boland's Ripper, Gets Clean Bowled In WTC Final