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"We Are Strong Team But...": Ravichandran Ashwin Fires Back At 'Harsh' Critics Of Indian Cricket

After Suryakumar Yadav's struggles to translate his T20I form into the ODIs, questions are being raised on the star batter inclusion in the 50-over format. He had an interesting series. His triple golden ducks in the three ODIs against Australia led to some unwanted records but the Indian team management's trust in him hasn't entirely been shaken. While Rohit Sharma, Rahul Dravid and a number of others have backed Surya to bounce back, there remain a few 'experts' who aren't convinced of his adaptability in ODI cricket. R Ashwin, reacting to the chatter, has taken a swipe at the said 'experts' for their harsh criticism.

"India Are Not Ready..." Ex-Pakistan Star's Warning Ahead Of ODI World Cup On Home Soil

India's series defeat to Australia has invited scathing criticism from several current and former players. Despite winning the first ODI, India conceded the series 1-2 after back-to-back defeats. India's frailties at the top of the order was one of the main talking points, especially when the Rohit Sharma-led side is set to take part in the World Cup on home soil later this year. Speaking on India's crushing series defeat, former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria highlighted India's struggles in the batting department, saying that the team is not ready for the World Cup.

"Game Will Bite You If...": Ex-India Star On Suryakumar Yadav's Triple Duck Run

Suryakumar Yadav had a series to forget as India suffered a 1-2 defeat to Australia after losing the final ODI by 21 runs. Suryakumar, who is currently the no. 1 batter in T20Is, registered three straight ducks during the series. With India set to host the ODI World Cup later this year, several current and former cricketers have questioned his place in the ODI team. In the third and final ODI, Suryakumar was demoted down the order, but the decision of the team management backfired as he was cleaned up on the first ball by Ashton Agar.

What's Wrong With Suryakumar Yadav? Sunil Gavaskar's 'Nothing' Reply

The name 'Suryakumar Yadav' is on every fan's mind after the talismanic batter secured three successive first-ball ducks in the ODI series against Australia. For the first couple of games, left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc got the better of Surya, and in the last match, it was the left-arm spinner, Ashton Agar. Fans, pundits, and some former cricketers have been wondering what led to such a catastrophic performance from Surya. When Sunil Gavaskar was asked about this, his reply literally was 'nothing'.

Watch: On This Day - Yuvraj Singh Tames Australia For India's First Win

On this day in 2011, Yuvraj Singh's all-round heroics saw India beat Australia in the quarterfinals of the ODI World Cup in Ahmedabad. Yuvraj took two crucial wickets and slammed an unbeaten 57 as India edged out Australia to set up a semi-final clash with arch-rivals Pakistan. Chasing a target of 261, India were at a precarious 187 for five when Yuvraj and Suresh Raina set up a match-winning partnership of 74 runs in 61 balls.

"Need This Kinda Consistency": Twitter Trolls Suryakumar Yadav For Registering Third Consecutive Golden Duck

India's star batter Suryakumar Kumar suffered his third consecutive golden duck on Wednesday in a thrilling third and final one-day international against Australia. The 360-degree player -- who is the number one T20I batter -- is yet to establish himself in the 50-over format. In the first game against Australia, Suryakumar was caught plumb in front of the stumps by an inswinging delivery from Mitchell Starc. In the second ODI, he was dismissed by the same bowler in an identical manner. In the third ODI, Ashton Agar cleaned Suryakumar up with a quick delivery which was fired onto the stumps.

"Only Certain Players Get Protection": Ex India Star's Hard-Hitting Comment On Suryakumar Yadav Getting Repeated Chances

Known as a 360-degree player for his ability to play all around the ground, Suryakumar Yadav registered his third consecutive golden duck on Wednesday in the third and final ODI against Australia. Suryakumar, who is currently the no. 1 batter in T20I rankings, was bowled first ball by Ashton Agar in the 36th over during India's 270-run chase in Chennai. Suryakumar's struggles in the series has led to heavy criticism from the experts, with some of them even questioning his place in India's ODI team.

India vs Australia: "There Was No Planning" - Ex-India Star Slams Virat Kohli's Mode Of Dismissal In 3rd ODI

India conceded a rare series defeat at home as Australia turned the tide on the hosts to win the series-deciding third and final ODI in Chennai on Wednesday. Chasing a target of 270, India seemed to be in control of the proceedings when Virat Kohli slammed his 65th ODI half-century. However, Kohli played a loose shot off Ashton Agar's delivery and perished on 54. After his dismissal, India's innings crumbled as the hosts conceded the series. Former India batter Mohammad Kaif wasn't happy with Kohli's selection, saying that it lacked planning.

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"We Are Strong Team But...": Ravichandran Ashwin Fires Back At 'Harsh' Critics Of Indian Cricket

"India Are Not Ready..." Ex-Pakistan Star's Warning Ahead Of ODI World Cup On Home Soil

"Game Will Bite You If...": Ex-India Star On Suryakumar Yadav's Triple Duck Run

What's Wrong With Suryakumar Yadav? Sunil Gavaskar's 'Nothing' Reply

Watch: On This Day - Yuvraj Singh Tames Australia For India's First Win

"Need This Kinda Consistency": Twitter Trolls Suryakumar Yadav For Registering Third Consecutive Golden Duck

"Only Certain Players Get Protection": Ex India Star's Hard-Hitting Comment On Suryakumar Yadav Getting Repeated Chances

India vs Australia: "There Was No Planning" - Ex-India Star Slams Virat Kohli's Mode Of Dismissal In 3rd ODI