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On Dropping Shubman Gill From 4th Test XI, India Coach Abhishek Nayar's 'Rohit Sharma' Response

India's assistant coach Abhishek Nayar on Thursday defended axing Shubman Gill from the Boxing Day Test, saying it was in team's best interest to not only have Rohit Sharma back to his usual opening slot but also add some sting to the attack by drafting in spin all-rounder Washington Sundar. Gill, who missed the first Test due to a finger injury, scored 31 and 28 in the Pink Ball Test and looked the most assured among Indian batters. He, however, got out for a duck in Brisbane. With Rohit Sharma opening the innings and KL Rahul coming at No. 3, Gill had to make way for a third specialist all-rounder in Washington.

Babar Azam Makes History, Becomes Only Third Player Ever To Achieve Elusive Feat

Pakistan batter Babar Azam made history in Centurion by becoming only the third player to score over 4,000 runs in all three formats of the game. On the opening day of the first Test between Pakistan and South Africa, Babar returned to the Test squad after being dropped during the England series. His return was bittersweet. On one hand, he cemented his place in cricketing history, but on the other, he failed to make a significant contribution to Pakistan's innings. Despite his calibre, Babar edged a delivery to Aiden Markram at second slip, departing for a disappointing 4-run knock.

ICC Fines Virat Kohli After Sam Konstas Clash During Boxing Day Test, Report Says He'll Lose Rs...

Virat Kohli and Australian youngster Sam Konstas were on Thursday involved in a physical altercation because of which the Indian superstar was fined 20 per cent of his match fee and handed a demerit point even though it was played down as an accidental bump by the 19-year-old debutant. The brief showdown took place after the 10th over of the Australian innings on the opening day of the fourth Test here when the players were crossing over. Kohli and Konstas bumped shoulders while moving across the pitch in the face off that was initiated by the travelling star.

"Instigated That Confrontation": Ricky Ponting Puts Total Blame On Virat Kohli For Sam Konstas Clash

The most heated moment of Day 1 of the fourth Test came when India stalwart Virat Kohli and Australia debutant Sam Konstas clashed shoulders. The incident prompted a stern glare from Virat towards Konstas, before the two exchanged a few words. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has seemingly decided that Kohli is to blame for the altercation, fining him 20 per cent of his match fees, sources told NDTV. Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has been outspoken regarding the matter, putting the entire blame solely on Kohli.

Youngest In 92 Years: Australia Debutant Sam Konstas Shatters Historic Record vs India

Australia's 19-year-old opener Sam Konstas made a terrific first impression as he slammed a phenomenal half-century on Test debut against Jasprit Bumrah and co. during the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25. Konstas showed fearlessness, taking the attack to the opposition and even hitting Bumrah for two sixes. Konstas ultimately finished on 60 off 65 balls, helping him become the first-ever player to achieve something unique. He also joined an elite list of the youngest-ever Australians to score a Test fifty.

Dream start for Bosch as Pakistan lose four wickets in opening session

PRETORIA :South African fast bowler Corbin Bosch took a wicket with his first ball in test cricket as Pakistan were left reeling on 88 for four at lunch on the opening day of the first test at Centurion on Thursday.

Record-Setting 87,242 Fans Flock MCG On Opening Day Of Boxing Day Test

A record 87,242 spectators filled the stands at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground on the opening day of the Boxing Day Test between India and Australia, setting a new mark for the highest single-day attendance in a five-day match between the two teams. The tickets for the opening day of the fourth Test had been sold out over two weeks ahead of the clash. The audience witnessed a thrilling day of cricket as debutant Sam Konstas took on Jasprit Bumrah in the first session before the Indian pacer swung the momentum in his team's favour in the final session.

Sunil Gavaskar Blasts Sam Konstas, Marnus Labuschagne Over Boxing Day Test Incident, Has Clear Message For Umpires

The first day of the India vs Australia 4th Test in Melbourne on Thursday saw the hosts' batters dominating the show before the Indian bowlers struck back. Sam Konstas (60), Usman Khawaja (57), Marnus Labuschagne (72), Steve Smith (68) scored half-centuries but Jasprit Bumrah yet again turned out to be India's saviour with a three-wicket haul. Debutant Konstas was particularly impressive as he showed zero nerves and tackled the Indian bowling attack with ease.

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On Dropping Shubman Gill From 4th Test XI, India Coach Abhishek Nayar's 'Rohit Sharma' Response

Babar Azam Makes History, Becomes Only Third Player Ever To Achieve Elusive Feat

ICC Fines Virat Kohli After Sam Konstas Clash During Boxing Day Test, Report Says He'll Lose Rs...

"Instigated That Confrontation": Ricky Ponting Puts Total Blame On Virat Kohli For Sam Konstas Clash

Youngest In 92 Years: Australia Debutant Sam Konstas Shatters Historic Record vs India

Dream start for Bosch as Pakistan lose four wickets in opening session

Record-Setting 87,242 Fans Flock MCG On Opening Day Of Boxing Day Test

Sunil Gavaskar Blasts Sam Konstas, Marnus Labuschagne Over Boxing Day Test Incident, Has Clear Message For Umpires