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"These Are Quite Impactful Runs": Sunil Gavaskar Praises Rishabh Pant's Fifty In SCG Test

Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar said that wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant's valuable half-century were "impactful runs" in helping his team gain a sizeable lead over Australia at the end of the day two of fifth Test and also for playing some fine shots throughout his knock "in the front of the wicket". Pant finally scored a half-century, getting his fifty in just 30 balls during day two of the Test match at Sydney. The half-century came after a frustrating wait to convert his fine starts into something more meaningful that lasted four Test matches. However, he lost his wicket to Aussie skipper Pat Cummins and India ended at 141/6, with a lead of 145 runs.

"Will Leave That Up To ICC": Australia Head Coach Accuses India Of 'Intimidating' Sam Konstas

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald accused India of intimidating 19-year-old opener Sam Konstas with the way visitors surrounded him at the end of Day 1 of the fifth Test in an intimidating celebration. The incident took place on the last ball of Day 1, when young Konstas, who has repeatedly gotten under the skin of the visitors since making his debut in the fourth Test, was involved in an animated chat with skipper Jasprit Bumrah before the Indian spearhead went on to dismiss Usman Khawaja on the very next delivery.

Sanjay Bangar Feels Rishabh Pant's Fifty Put India In Position To Win SCG Test

Former Indian all-rounder Sanjay Bangar hailed wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant's scintillating half-century against Australia at Sydney, saying that the 27-year-old's "bravery" has put India in a position from which India can win the Test match and draw the series. Pant scored his fifty in just 29 balls during day two of the Test match at Sydney. The half-century came after a frustrating wait to convert his fine starts into something more meaningful that lasted four Test matches. However, he lost his wicket to Aussie skipper Pat Cummins and India ended at 141/6, with a lead of 145 runs.

Sam Konstas Blamed For Usman Khawaja Dismissal After Spat With Jasprit Bumrah: "Didn't Need..."

The atmosphere flared up when a heated altercation between Jasprit Bumrah and young Sam Konstas unfolded towards the final moments of Day 1 of the fifth and final Test between India and Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Right before the final ball of the third over of Australia's innings, Usman Khawaja was making bowler Jasprit Bumrah wait to make sure no more overs were bowled in the day. Bumrah expressed his displeasure and Konstas, who was at the non-striker's end, decided to go after the India pacer. The umpire had to intervene to keep both the players away from each other.

Barcelona vs Barbastro Live Streaming Copa Del Rey Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

Barcelona vs Barbastro Live Streaming Copa Del Rey Live Telecast: Barcelona return to action after the New Year's break as they face a trip to take on minnows Barbastro in the Round of 32 tie of the Copa Del Rey. Barcelona are the most successful side in the history of the competition, having won the King's Cup a record 31 times. Hansi Flick's side, however, travel to Barbastro without Pau Victor and Dani Olmo as the Catalan giants have been on hold over a financial and administrative limbo that prevented their registration beyond 2024.

"Taken The Pants Of The Aussies": World Cup-Winner's Funny Praise For Rishabh Pant

Rishabh Pant played one of the most terrific knocks of his career in Test cricket on Saturday. With the Indian top order once again failing to give the side a strong start, Pant walked in on Day 2 of the fifth and final Test vs Australia with his side reeling at 59 for 3 and went on to hit the fastest fifty by a visiting batter on Australian soil. His contribution of 61 off 33 deliveries, laced with six fours and four sixes, received him a lot of praise by former India stars. Meanwhile, India's 1983 World Cup-winner Krishnamachari Srikkanth came up with a funny tweet to laud the southpaw.

"Even 200 Might Not Be Enough": Sunil Gavaskar's Reality Check To India On SCG Test Target

The ongoing fifth and final Test between India and Australia is evenly poised heading into Day 3 at the Sydney Cricket Ground. While a total of 15 wickets fell on Day 2, India stand-in Jasprit Bumrah's injury was the highlight of the day. Bumrah bowled just one over after Lunch, with the likes of Prasidh Krishna (3-42), Mohammed Siraj (3-51) and Nitish Kumar Reddy (2-32) sharing the workload in his absence. Bumrah left the stadium with the team doctor and a security officer as shown on the live broadcast.

'Cricket Ka Funding...': Para-Athlete's Brutal Take On Team India's Struggles

Para-badminton athlete Manasi Joshi has taken a brutal dig at the Indian cricket team, following its poor run at the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. India had a poor opening day in the fifth Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Opting to bat first, the visitors were bundled out for 185 while Australia scored 9 for 1 at the end of play on Day 1. "Cricket ka thoda funding para sports mein daalo plz. Hum better results dete hai #INDvsAUS," wrote Manasi Joshi, a former world champion in para badminton women's singles SL3 category.

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"These Are Quite Impactful Runs": Sunil Gavaskar Praises Rishabh Pant's Fifty In SCG Test

"Will Leave That Up To ICC": Australia Head Coach Accuses India Of 'Intimidating' Sam Konstas

Sanjay Bangar Feels Rishabh Pant's Fifty Put India In Position To Win SCG Test

Sam Konstas Blamed For Usman Khawaja Dismissal After Spat With Jasprit Bumrah: "Didn't Need..."

Barcelona vs Barbastro Live Streaming Copa Del Rey Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

"Taken The Pants Of The Aussies": World Cup-Winner's Funny Praise For Rishabh Pant

"Even 200 Might Not Be Enough": Sunil Gavaskar's Reality Check To India On SCG Test Target

'Cricket Ka Funding...': Para-Athlete's Brutal Take On Team India's Struggles