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"Don't Think India Will Be Batting For A Draw": Ex-Australia Star On Boxing Day Test

As the stage is set for an epic climax to the Boxing Day Test between India and Australia, former Aussie all-rounder Steve O'Keefe opined that India will not be looking for a draw and try hard to win the crucial fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on the final day of the encounter. India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah and fellow pacer Mohammed Siraj dismantled the Aussies top and middle order, but the hosts fought hard on the back of Marnus Labuschagne (70) and Pat Cummins (41).

"Want To Make Them...": Nitish Reddy's Big Message To Critics After Historic Century

Nitish Reddy wanted to confute his critics and the naysayers who doubted his ability to excel in Test format, and the gritty century at the iconic MCG was his way of conveying that he belongs to highest level of cricket. A few former players, including a former chairman of selectors, were skceptical about Reddy's elevation as a Test player but with 293 runs in six innings and a batting average of 58-plus, he has answered them back in a befitting manner. Reddy's 114 formed the cornerstone of India's first innings score of 369 and attracted a lot of attention on the young batter.

Jasprit Bumrah Heartbroken, Fans Stunned As No-Ball Provides Australia Lifeline In 4th Test - Watch

Indian cricket team fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah was left distraught as a no-ball provided Australia with a major lifeline on Day 4 of the fourth Test match in Melbourne on Sunday. The incident happened on the final over of the day when Bumrah dismissed Nathan Lyon but was left disappointed as the umpire signalled a no-ball. With India needing one wicket to bowl out Australia, Lyon edged the delivery from Bumrah straight to KL Rahul in the slips. However, the joy was short-lived as the no-ball denied him a five-wicket haul and his disappointing reaction said it all.

"Joke Of The Year": Babar Azam's T20I Cricketer Of The Year Nomination Stuns Fans

Arshdeep Singh who starred in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup triumph joins Zimbabwe's Sikandar Raza, Pakistan's Babar Azam and Australia's Travis Head as nominees for the ICC Men's T20I Cricketer of the Year, according to the ICC. Arshdeep Singh has stepped up as India's primary pacer in the T20I format, especially with Jasprit Bumrah being selectively picked for T20Is due to his commitments in Tests and ODIs. Arshdeep's prowess is evident from his impressive tally of 36 wickets over the years, the second-best by an Indian player in Men's T20Is, just behind Bhuvneshwar Kumar's 37 wickets in 2022.

South Africa vs Pakistan 1st Test Day 4, Live Score Updates

South Africa vs Pakistan 1st Test Day 4, Live Updates: South Africa resume the fourth day of the ongoing first Test against Pakistan from 27/3 in Centurion. Currently, Temba Bavuma and Aiden Markram are standing unbeaten at the crease as the Proteas need 121 runs more to win the match. Earlier, Pacers Mohammad Abbas and Khurram Shehzad raised hopes of a rare Test win for Pakistan. South Africa were set a target of 148 runs to win after bowling Pakistan out for 237 in their second innings. Left-arm fast bowler Marco Jansen took six wickets for 52 runs, while Saud Shakeel made 84 for Pakistan. (Live Scorecard)

Rohit Sharma Loses It On Field As Yashasvi Jaiswal Drops Three Catches In One Innings

'Catches win matches', is the saying but young opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal became the epitome of missed chances, dropping as many as three chances on Day 4 of the 4th Test against Austrlaia in Melbourne on Sunday. India captain Rohit Sharma was quite accomodating when the first chance went down but was in no mood to let Jaiswal go easily when he dropped the following two catches. Jaiswal recieved an earful from Rohit on both the second and the third occasion as he continued to give lifelines to Australian batters while working as close-in fielder.

Rahul Dravid's Younger Son Anvay Grabs Spotlight After Winning Two Major Awards

Anvay Dravid, son of former India coach and captain Rahul, walked away with top honours in two sections of the KSCA annual awards, which were distributed on Saturday. Anvay was presented the award for being the top run-getter in the Vijay Merchant Trophy 2023-24 for the state. A wicketkeeper-batter, Anvay made 357 runs from five matches at an average of 45 with four fifties in the under-16 tournament. He was also the highest run-scorer in the under-14 state league tournament while playing for Vijaya Cricket Club, and bagged the award.

Australian Tail Wags After Bumrah Jasprit Magic, 4th Test Poised For Exciting Finish

Jasprit Bumrah left the hosts in a daze with a dream spell but the courageous Australian lower order steered the side to a commanding 333-run lead on Sunday, setting up the Boxing Day Test for an intriguing last-day finish. Australia finished the fourth day at 228 for nine, leaving India skipper Rohit Sharma a bit irritated as the home team was in a spot at 156 for 8 at one stage. Australia's number 8, 10 and 11 batters saw off nearly 35 overs and it could prove decisive if India doesn't bat exceedingly well on a track which has remained true in all four days.

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"Don't Think India Will Be Batting For A Draw": Ex-Australia Star On Boxing Day Test

"Want To Make Them...": Nitish Reddy's Big Message To Critics After Historic Century

Jasprit Bumrah Heartbroken, Fans Stunned As No-Ball Provides Australia Lifeline In 4th Test - Watch

"Joke Of The Year": Babar Azam's T20I Cricketer Of The Year Nomination Stuns Fans

South Africa vs Pakistan 1st Test Day 4, Live Score Updates

Rohit Sharma Loses It On Field As Yashasvi Jaiswal Drops Three Catches In One Innings

Rahul Dravid's Younger Son Anvay Grabs Spotlight After Winning Two Major Awards

Australian Tail Wags After Bumrah Jasprit Magic, 4th Test Poised For Exciting Finish