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"Virat Kohli Sent Him Back...": Steve Smith Provides New Insight Into Yashasvi Jaiswal Run-Out

Australia's Steve Smith credited a last-session breakthrough, including the dramatic run-out of Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal at the end of the second day's play as the turning point in the Boxing Day Test that could decide the outcome of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. Smith highlighted the mix-up between Jaiswal and Virat Kohli as a "huge play" that shifted momentum decisively in Australia's favour. “It looks like Jaiswal called ‘yes' and ran and Virat sent him back. It is as simple as that,” Smith said after the second day's play.

India vs Australia 4th Test, Day 3 Live Updates: Rishabh Pant Departs After Flashy Shot, India Stare At Follow On

India vs Australia 4th Test, Day 3 Live Updates: India have lost the first wicket of the day in Rishabh Pant. That's a crucial blow as no other specialist batter is left! With four wickets remaining, India are still some way from the follow-on score.

Test Records For Zimbabwe And Sean Williams As Afghanistan Toil

Zimbabwe and their veteran batter Sean Williams created Test records on Friday against Afghanistan, who trailed by 491 runs after the second day of the first Test in Bulawayo. Resuming on 363 for four, the home side were all out for 586 at Queens Sports Club in the southern city. Afghanistan were 95 for two off 30 overs in reply when bad light stopped play. The Zimbabwe first innings total was their highest in a Test, bettering 563 for nine against the West Indies in Harare 23 years ago. It was the sixth Zimbabwe innings to exceed 500 runs. Having made 145 runs on the first day, Williams added nine more before being caught by Rahmat Shah close to the boundary line off a Naveed Zadran bouncer. His 154 overtook a previous best of 151 not out, also against Afghanistan, in Abu Dhabi three years ago. Williams, batting at No. 4, struck three sixes and 10 fours off 174 balls in a 266-minute stand in the city where he was born. It was his fourth century in six Tests.

S.Africa hold upper hand as Pakistan lose three second innings wickets

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Watch: Sam Konstas' Old Video Of Picking Virat Kohli Over Steve Smith Goes Viral

Australia's teenager Sam Konstas impressed one and all with his batting approach in his maiden international innings. Opening the batting for Australia against India in the fourth Test, the right-handed batter smashed a 60 runs at a strike rate of 92.31. However, this was not the sole reason that the Australia star hogged a lot of limelight. Another big reason that put Konstas' name in focus was his altercation with India's Virat Kohli. In 10th over of the Australian innings, while crossing over, Kohli and Konstas bumped shoulders and quickly turned around to glance at each other, engaging in a heated exchange of words.

"Creating Theatre...": England Great Adds New Angle To Virat Kohli-Sam Konstas Controversy

Virat Kohli's on-field theatrics have taken centerstage in the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, with the Indian superstar making headlines for his fiery confrontations, a costly run-out mix-up, and his resilience with the bat. Former England captain Kevin Pietersen, came out in support of Kohli, praising the 36-year-old for bringing theatre to the game. The drama began on the opening day of the fourth Test when Kohli collided with Australian debutant Sam Konstas during a fiery moment on the field. The 19-year-old Konstas, unfazed by the incident, exchanged words with Kohli, escalating the tension. As Kohli turned back to confront Konstas, umpire Michael Gough and Usman Khawaja had to intervene to defuse the situation.

Corbin Bosch, Marco Jansen Put South Africa On Top Against Pakistan In 1st Test

Debutant Corbin Bosch hit 81 not out and left-arm fast bowler Marco Jansen claimed two late wickets as South Africa took control on the second day of the first Test against Pakistan at SuperSport Park on Friday. Bosch, batting at number nine, enabled South Africa to take a 90-run first innings lead -- and the bowlers made it count by taking three wickets before Pakistan could wipe out the deficit. Pakistan finished the day on 88 for three -- still two runs behind. South Africa would qualify for next year's World Test Championship final for the first time with a victory in either match of this two-Test series.

First Time In 147 Years: South Africa Debutant Corbin Bosch Scripts History, Achieves Unique Feat

South African cricket team all-rounder Corbin Bosch scripted history by achieving an unique feat on Test debut against Pakistan at the Centurion. Bosch registered a four-wicket haul and then went on to slam 81 while batting at No. 9. As a result, he broke a 122-year-old record for the highest score by a South African batter on debut while batting at No. 8 or below. This was also the first time in the history of Test cricket that a batter registered a 80-plus score on debut at No. 9. For South Africa, he became the first cricketer ever to score a half-century and take a four wicket haul on debut in Test cricket.

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"Virat Kohli Sent Him Back...": Steve Smith Provides New Insight Into Yashasvi Jaiswal Run-Out

India vs Australia 4th Test, Day 3 Live Updates: Rishabh Pant Departs After Flashy Shot, India Stare At Follow On

Test Records For Zimbabwe And Sean Williams As Afghanistan Toil

S.Africa hold upper hand as Pakistan lose three second innings wickets

Watch: Sam Konstas' Old Video Of Picking Virat Kohli Over Steve Smith Goes Viral

"Creating Theatre...": England Great Adds New Angle To Virat Kohli-Sam Konstas Controversy

Corbin Bosch, Marco Jansen Put South Africa On Top Against Pakistan In 1st Test

First Time In 147 Years: South Africa Debutant Corbin Bosch Scripts History, Achieves Unique Feat