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On Ravindra Jadeja vs R Ashwin WTC Final Dilemma, Ricky Ponting Picks 'More Skilled' Bowler

Can both Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin be a part of India's playing XI for the World Test Championship final against Australia? The tricky question doesn't seem to have a finite answer, at least until the conditions at the Oval become absolutely clear. The opinions over Jadeja vs Ashwin have been divided, with certain experts preferring left-arm spinner while others going with the right-armer. Ricky Ponting, however, feels the Indian team management will pick both Jadeja and Ashwin the team, although the latter is clearly the 'more skilled and better Test bowler' for the Australian legend.

"In The Course Of 18 Months...": Rahul Dravid Opens Up On His Learning As India Coach Ahead Of WTC Final

The incredibly high number of matches in recent years forced the Indian team to "use" a lot of players across formats, said head coach Rahul Dravid on Tuesday. On the eve of the World Test Championship final against Australia at the Oval, Dravid spoke about his experiences of coaching the Indian side and how his journey has been. "We have got some experienced players, we've got a lot of younger players coming through as well over the course of last 18 months. We had to use a lot of players because of three different formats and amount of cricket India plays," Dravid told Star Sports.

Australia Pacer Josh Hazlewood Ruled Out Of WTC Final Against India, Michael Neser Gets Call-Up

Australia suffered a big setback after senior fast bowler Josh Hazlewood was ruled out of the upcoming World Test Championship final against India, having failed to recover from a side strain picked up during his IPL stint in India. The WTC final is scheduled at the Oval from June 7-11. Australia included fast bowler Michael Neser in the squad with Hazlewood reportedly being given furthermore time to recover and prepare for the Ashes in England. Neser has been playing in the County Championship for Glamorgan this season and has been in fine rhythm, having taken 14 wickets in his last three games which includes 7/32 against Yorkshire. He has played two Tests for Australia and has got seven wickets.

Watch: Kid Delivers Great Strike With Unique Diving Shot. Internet In Awe

Cricket is a game where innovation has always had a big impact. It is one sport which has not been averse to changes. Be it format-wise or rule-wise, innovation has been at the centre. A funny example of it was visible during a local cricket match where a kid could be seen employing an unique technique to negate the pitch. The kid dived forward and hit a shot before the ball landed on the pitch. The video has been widely shared on social media.

Andy Flower Joins Australia As Assistant Coach Ahead Of WTC Final vs India

Former England coach and currently in charge of the IPL franchise Lucknow Super Giants, Andy Flower has joined the Australian camp ahead of the World Test Championship final against India, starting on Wednesday at The Oval. Flower, who coached England from 2009-2014, has joined the Australian camp in days leading to the WTC final against the world No. 1 Test side India in a consultancy role. But he is not expected to be around for the start of the Ashes series, which begins on June 16 at Edgbaston.

"Got Call To Take Flight To Sharjah...": Virender Sehwag Reveals Why He Failed To Make India Debut In 1998

Former batter Virender Sehwag can be regarded as one of the best openers Indian cricket team ever had. Making his debut in 1999 with an ODI against Pakistan in Mohali, Sehwag went on to score 8273 runs in 251 matches in the 50-over format. Known for his aggressive style of batting, the 44-year-old has got 38 international centuries to his name. However, not many people know that Sehwag almost made his ODI debut for India in 1998 during the Sharjah Cup.

"You Make A Comeback And...": Rahul Dravid's Major Hint On Ajinkya Rahane Ahead Of WTC Final

Ajinkya Rahane is set to play his first Test in 18 months and a failure in the game could potentially be career-ending. India coach Rahul Dravid had a word of advice for the experienced batter. "Firstly it's good to have him. We've had a few injuries which have probably led to him having the opportunity to come back into the squad. Great for us to have someone of his quality back," Dravid said.

"Don't Think Indian Bowling Attack...": Australia Great's Big Statement Ahead Of WTC Final

Former Australian cricketer Greg Chappell believes that the Indian bowling attack will be an equal match-up for the Australian bowling line-up in the World Test Championship final. In less than three days' time, Australia will set foot in the Oval Stadium to compete against the Indian team for the WTC title. Chappell believes that Mohammad Shami, Mohammed Siraj and Ravichandran Ashwin will pose a threat to the Australian batters.

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On Ravindra Jadeja vs R Ashwin WTC Final Dilemma, Ricky Ponting Picks 'More Skilled' Bowler

"In The Course Of 18 Months...": Rahul Dravid Opens Up On His Learning As India Coach Ahead Of WTC Final

Australia Pacer Josh Hazlewood Ruled Out Of WTC Final Against India, Michael Neser Gets Call-Up

Watch: Kid Delivers Great Strike With Unique Diving Shot. Internet In Awe

Andy Flower Joins Australia As Assistant Coach Ahead Of WTC Final vs India

"Got Call To Take Flight To Sharjah...": Virender Sehwag Reveals Why He Failed To Make India Debut In 1998

"You Make A Comeback And...": Rahul Dravid's Major Hint On Ajinkya Rahane Ahead Of WTC Final

"Don't Think Indian Bowling Attack...": Australia Great's Big Statement Ahead Of WTC Final