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New Zealand Series Loss 'Might Awaken Sleeping Giant': Australia Pacer On Team India

Australian quick Josh Hazlewood expressed that India's rare series whitewash at home to New Zealand could "awaken a sleeping giant" as they prepare to take on the ICC World Test Championship table-toppers in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy from November 22 onwards. Indian team slid down to number two as the spin duo of Ajaz Patel and Glenn Phillips spun New Zealand to a 25-run win over India in the third Test at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium, handing the hosts their first-ever series whitewash at home in a Test series of three or more matches. Speaking to Sydney Morning Herald, Hazlewood said, "It might awaken a sleeping giant, so to speak. We will see that when they come out."

India A's Ball-Tampering Row In Australia Takes New Turn. Player Says, "Nail From..."

The fire-works have already started even before the senior Indian cricket team has landed in Australia. The India vs Australia series is often considered one of the most marquee series and tempers often fly high in the contest. Currently, India A is touring Australia with players like Abhimanyu Easwaran, Nitish Kumar Reddy (both part of the main squad), Ishan Kishan in the team. And, the India A team has been accused of 'ball tampering' during the practice match against Australia A.

Ball-Tampering Row Hits India A As Australia A Secure 7-Wicket Win In 1st Unofficial Test

Fine half-centuries from skipper Nathan McSweeney and Beau Webster helped Australia chase down a target of 225 runs set by India A and secure a seven-wicket win in the first unofficial Test at Mackay on Sunday. With this win, Australia is up 1-0 in the two-match series. Australia A won the toss and elected to field first. India A was bundled out for just 107 runs in their first innings. Devdutt Padikkal (36 in 77 balls, with two fours) and Sai Sudharsan (21 in 35 balls, with a boundary) and Navdeep Saini (23 in 42 balls, with two fours and a six) played some crucial knocks for India, that helped them cross double figures as they were 86/9 at one point.

"100% Pain Free" Mohammed Shami Won't Play In Bengal's Next Game On BCCI's Advice? Report Reveals

India fast-bowler Mohammed Shami, who is recovering from an ankle injury, will not play in Bengal's upcoming Ranji Trophy match against Karnataka, starting from November 6 in Bengaluru. The squad led by Anustup Majumdar, announced on Saturday, did not include Shami's name. Though the Bengal squad remains unchanged for the fifth round of the Ranji Trophy against Madhya Pradesh, there is a high likelihood of Shami taking part in the match scheduled to begin from November 13 at Holkar Stadium in Indore.

Watch: Ishan Kishan Irritates Australians From Behind The Stumps, This Is What He Said

Ishan Kishan is on a comeback trail. The wicketkeeper-batter who had been repeatedly ignored in the national team since leaving the Indian team midway from a Tour of South Africa due to personal reasons, is now playing in Australia for India A. Considered one of the most talented keepers in Indian cricket, the selection will definitely boost his career. Soon, if he continues to perform, he might get a recall in the national team also.

Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal Rebuild India A With Unbeaten Fifties After Mukesh Kumar Rattles Australia A

Rising youngsters Sai Sudharsan and Devdutt Padikkal struck fighting fifties after Mukesh Kumar's searing six-wicket haul to put India A in command with a 120-run lead against Australia A on day two of their first 'Unofficial Test' in Mackay on Friday. Mukesh stole the show, claiming 6/46 to help India A restrict Australia A to 195 in their first innings but despite the Bengal seamer's heroic efforts, the hosts secured a crucial 88-run lead. The visitors had scored 107 in their first essay.

Abhimanyu Easwaran, Nitish Reddy Fail To Impress; Report Says India Stars' 'Inept Technique' Exposed In Australia

Abhimanyu Easwaran was done in by swing while all-rounder Nitish Reddy perished due to extra bounce as India A batters' inept technique was exposed during their shoddy effort of 107 all out on the opening day of the first 'Unofficial Test' against Australia A in Mackay Thursday. Seamer Brendan Doggett produced disconcerting bounce from length to run away with career-best first-class figures of 6 for 15 in 11 overs with only three Indian batters recording scores in double digits. The struggles of the Indians on a pitch offering bounce and seam movement was evident as keeper Josh Phillipe held on to five catches.

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Australia vs India 2024/25 Sport News

New Zealand Series Loss 'Might Awaken Sleeping Giant': Australia Pacer On Team India

India A's Ball-Tampering Row In Australia Takes New Turn. Player Says, "Nail From..."

Ball-Tampering Row Hits India A As Australia A Secure 7-Wicket Win In 1st Unofficial Test

"100% Pain Free" Mohammed Shami Won't Play In Bengal's Next Game On BCCI's Advice? Report Reveals

Watch: Ishan Kishan Irritates Australians From Behind The Stumps, This Is What He Said

Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal Rebuild India A With Unbeaten Fifties After Mukesh Kumar Rattles Australia A

Abhimanyu Easwaran, Nitish Reddy Fail To Impress; Report Says India Stars' 'Inept Technique' Exposed In Australia