Who is to blame for Yashasvi Jaiswal-Virat Kohli MCG mix-up? Pundits weigh in
1 week, 6 days ago

Who is to blame for Yashasvi Jaiswal-Virat Kohli MCG mix-up? Pundits weigh in

India Today  

Legendary India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar and former Australia head coach Justin Langer have shared their thoughts on the Virat Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal mix-up on Day 2 of the fourth Test at Melbourne Cricket Ground. Sunil Gavaskar also weighed in his opinion and mentioned that, given Virat Kohli’s fitness, he would’ve definitely made it to the striker’s end. IND vs AUS, 4th Test: Day 2 Highlights | Full Scorecard Justin Langer also agreed with Gavaskar and said that Jaiswal should not have taken on a brilliant athlete of Pat Cummins’calibre. Border Gavaskar Trophy: Full Coverage Jaiswal’s run-out triggered a collapse in the Indian batting lineup as Virat Kohli lost his concentration and ended up edging Scott Boland behind the stumps for 36.

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Virat Kohli's antics during BGT slammed by Sunil Gavaskar: Simply not cricket
2 days, 7 hours ago

Virat Kohli's antics during BGT slammed by Sunil Gavaskar: Simply not cricket

India Today  

Sunil Gavaskar slammed Virat Kohli's antics during the recently-concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy and claimed that it put more pressure on his teammates. "What Kohli did with the shoulder bump is simply not cricket," Gavaskar wrote in a column for The Sydney Morning Herald. The Indian legend was also critical of Kohli's performances with the bat as it didn't help India in …

Manjrekar sends clear message to Agarkar regarding Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli: ‘How long to play, is upto selectors’
3 days, 19 hours ago

Manjrekar sends clear message to Agarkar regarding Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli: ‘How long to play, is upto selectors’

Hindustan Times  

India crumbled to a defeat against Australia in the fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match in Sydney, losing the series 1-3. India’s campaign was filled with controversy, where fans saw Virat Kohli have a meltdown with Australian reporters in an airport, and then the former captain also had a shoulder bump controversy with Sam Konstas. India's Rohit Sharma gestures …

Virat Kohli hits back at SCG crowd with ‘Sandpapergate’ gesture after Steve Smith falls one short of 10,000 Test runs
4 days, 6 hours ago

Virat Kohli hits back at SCG crowd with ‘Sandpapergate’ gesture after Steve Smith falls one short of 10,000 Test runs

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli is known for his antics with the crowds. The former India captain was once again at his animated best on Sunday at the Sydney Cricket Ground, mocking the Australian crowd with a ‘Sandpapergate’ gesture on Day 3 of the fifth Test. The incident took place after Kohli faced jeers from the Australian crowd soon after Smith was dismissed. …

Virat Kohli taunts Aussie crowd with cold-blooded sandpaper gesture after Smith's dismissal, mockingly empties pockets
4 days, 6 hours ago

Virat Kohli taunts Aussie crowd with cold-blooded sandpaper gesture after Smith's dismissal, mockingly empties pockets

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli, known for his fiery on-field persona, has always had a charged relationship with the crowd. His exchanges with fans, especially in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, have often sparked intense reactions, with the Australian fans often responding to Kohli's antics with boos at the stadium. On Sunday, as India sought to break Australia's chase of 162 in Sydney, Kohli responded …

IND vs AUS, 5th Test: Kohli teases Sydney crowd with ‘Sandpaper Gate’ gesture after Steve Smith wicket
4 days, 6 hours ago

IND vs AUS, 5th Test: Kohli teases Sydney crowd with ‘Sandpaper Gate’ gesture after Steve Smith wicket

The Hindu  

India’s acting captain Virat Kohli teased the crowd over the infamous ‘Sandpaper Gate’ scandal after Australia’s Steve Smith fell one run short of reaching 10,000 Test runs during the third day of the fifth Test in Sydney on Sunday. After the wicket, Kohli, stationed in the slip cordon, turned to the crowd and pulled out his empty pockets, imitating Cameron …

AUS vs IND: Virat Kohli riles-up Australian fans with 'sandpaper' gestures on Day 3
4 days, 7 hours ago

AUS vs IND: Virat Kohli riles-up Australian fans with 'sandpaper' gestures on Day 3

India Today  

Star India batter Virat Kohli was seen riling up the Australian crowd during Day 3 of the ongoing fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney. AUS vs IND 5th Test Day 3 Live Kohli’s celebration came right after the dismissal of Steve Smith, who had his involvement in the infamous sandpapergate scandal during the Cape Town Test against South …

‘You’ve got to feel for Virat Kohli’: Manjrekar dissects India star’s dismissal to Boland, points out ‘clear self-doubt’
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4 days, 21 hours ago

‘You’ve got to feel for Virat Kohli’: Manjrekar dissects India star’s dismissal to Boland, points out ‘clear self-doubt’

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli’s batting struggles continued as he once again failed to make an impact on Day 2 of the ongoing fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024 Test match, in Sydney. Speaking on Star Sports, former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar pointed out a change in Kohli’s batting technique, which could have contributed to his dismissal. There's another quick point I want …

5 BGT 2024-25 controversies in pictures: From Virat Kohli-Sam Konstas incident to Yashasvi Jaiswal’s snicko row
6 days, 17 hours ago

5 BGT 2024-25 controversies in pictures: From Virat Kohli-Sam Konstas incident to Yashasvi Jaiswal’s snicko row

Live Mint  

The ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia has been no short of controversies with the Sam Konstas-Virat Kohli incident grabbing the headlines. Virat Kohli-Sam Konstas Row India's Virat Kohli talks to Australia's Sam Konstas on the first day of the fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The former Indian captain deliberately shoulder-barged Konstas at the Melbourne Cricket Ground …

'Virat Kohli trying to be antagonistic': Finch's bizarre theory on IND star looking to ‘pick a fight’ to regain rhythm
1 week ago

'Virat Kohli trying to be antagonistic': Finch's bizarre theory on IND star looking to ‘pick a fight’ to regain rhythm

Hindustan Times  

Former Australian captain Aaron Finch has made a bold claim that under-fire Indian batting maestro Virat Kohli is trying to be antagonistic in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. India's Virat Kohli gestures to the crowd on the second day of the fourth cricket Test match between Australia and India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. He's trying to be antagonistic, he's trying …

Yashasvi Jaiswal vs Sam Konstas: India Opener Tells Australian To ‘Do Your Job’ Amid Fiery Exchange At MCG | WATCH
1 week, 2 days ago

Yashasvi Jaiswal vs Sam Konstas: India Opener Tells Australian To ‘Do Your Job’ Amid Fiery Exchange At MCG | WATCH

ABP News  

Yashasvi Jaiswal vs Sam Konstas: Yashasvi Jaiswal was the lone warrior in India’s gone-in-vain effort for a draw on Day 5 in the India vs Australia Boxing Day Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 at the MCG. While Jaiswal’s 84-run knock provided hopes for a draw, it was a heated exchange between the Indian batter with Australia’s debutant Sam Konstas …

‘Seniors haven't made the contribution… It all depends on selectors': Gavaskar's indirect nudge at Rohit, Kohli
1 week, 2 days ago

‘Seniors haven't made the contribution… It all depends on selectors': Gavaskar's indirect nudge at Rohit, Kohli

Hindustan Times  

Batting great Sunil Gavaskar dissected Virat Kohli's outside off-stump woes in the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy. Australia's Usman Khawaja takes a catch to dismiss India's Virat Kohli on day five of the fourth Test match between Australia and India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The Indian batting maestro scored 36 and 5 at MCG as India suffered a crushing 184-run …

'Virat also knows what's going on': BCCI told to have 'exit plan' ready as 'lynch mob' expected for Kohli amid poor run
1 week, 2 days ago

'Virat also knows what's going on': BCCI told to have 'exit plan' ready as 'lynch mob' expected for Kohli amid poor run

Hindustan Times  

Former India pacer Atul Wassan believes no one knows what is going on inside Virat Kohli's mind as the 36-year-old continues to struggle in Tests. In the second innings of the Melbourne Test, Virat Kohli once again fell to a delivery outside off as he tried to play a cover drive off the bowling of Mitchell Starc. Amid Kohli's poor …

BGT 2024: Major controversies in India vs Australia Test series so far; Virat Kohli-Sam Konstas, Siraj-Head, and more
1 week, 2 days ago

BGT 2024: Major controversies in India vs Australia Test series so far; Virat Kohli-Sam Konstas, Siraj-Head, and more

Live Mint  

The Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024 has already seen its fair share of controversies. Ind vs Aus 1st Test: KL Rahul's Dismissal KL Rahul’s controversial dismissal in the 1st Test against Australia sparked debate. Ind vs Aus 2nd Test: Siraj vs Head During the Adelaide pink-ball Test, Mohammed Siraj dismissed Travis Head, who had scored a century, and gave him an aggressive …

Rohit Sharma reacts to Yashasvi Jaiswal's controversial no-snicko dismissal: 'It has been happening since India'
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1 week, 3 days ago

Rohit Sharma reacts to Yashasvi Jaiswal's controversial no-snicko dismissal: 'It has been happening since India'

Hindustan Times  

Yashasvi Jaiswal's controversial and dramatic dismissal on Day 5 of the Boxing Day Test between India and Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground is causing quite a stir on social media. Rohit Sharma spoke about the controversial call made by the third umpire, saying such decisions always seem to go against the Indian camp. India's Yashasvi Jaiswal speaks to umpires …

Yashasvi Jaiswal's caught-behind dismissal sparks controversy
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1 week, 3 days ago

Yashasvi Jaiswal's caught-behind dismissal sparks controversy

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal's contentious dismissal sparked a controversy on the final day of the fourth Test against Australia here on Monday, as third umpire Saikat Sharfuddoula ruled him out despite no edge being registered on the Snicko. However, upon review, third umpire Saikat adjudged that there was a deflection off Jaiswal's gloves/bat based on the visual evidence. The …

Yashasvi Jaiswal fumes at Sam Konstas, says 'Do your job' after Aussie sledges; smacks next ball straight into debutant
1 week, 3 days ago

Yashasvi Jaiswal fumes at Sam Konstas, says 'Do your job' after Aussie sledges; smacks next ball straight into debutant

Hindustan Times  

There was plenty of fire on show during day five of the fourth match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, as a back-and-forth game reached a dramatic conclusion in the final session of day five as seven Indian wickets fell and left Australia with a 2-1 lead in the series. India looked set to stretch the match …

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to retire soon? Ravi Shastri delivers verdict, says ’Rohit isn’t the same, Virat will…’
1 week, 3 days ago

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to retire soon? Ravi Shastri delivers verdict, says ’Rohit isn’t the same, Virat will…’

Live Mint  

Veteran Indian batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma once again failed to make an impact as they were dismissed cheaply in both innings of the fourth Test between India and Australia in Melbourne. Commentator Mark Nicholas asked Shastri on Star Sports' lunchtime show if this was the end of the road for both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. While Shastri …

Why Yashasvi Jaiswal's drops are not the only reason for India's MCG Test loss
1 week, 3 days ago

Why Yashasvi Jaiswal's drops are not the only reason for India's MCG Test loss

India Today  

India’s 184-run defeat to Australia in the Melbourne Test has not only left their World Test Championship hopes hanging by a thread but also exposed deep-seated flaws in the team. Five Key Reasons for India’s MCG Test loss Senior Players’ Failures India’s senior players, particularly Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, failed to deliver in crucial moments. Despite Bumrah dismantling Australia’s …

Cannot read the crystal ball: Gavaskar on Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli's Test future
1 week, 3 days ago

Cannot read the crystal ball: Gavaskar on Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli's Test future

India Today  

Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has expressed concern over the lack of impactful contributions from senior players Virat Kohli and skipper Rohit Sharma in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. AUS vs IND, 4TH TEST: FULL SCORECARD India's hopes of reaching the World Test Championship Final suffered a severe blow after a 184-run defeat in the Melbourne Test. On Day 5 of …

Ind vs Aus 4th Test: Ravi Shastri hopeful Virat Kohli will roar again at MCG if the ‘King’ does THIS
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1 week, 3 days ago

Ind vs Aus 4th Test: Ravi Shastri hopeful Virat Kohli will roar again at MCG if the ‘King’ does THIS

Live Mint  

With the World Test Championship 2025 finals spot on a bet and South Africa already registering its name as one of the finalists, former India coach Ravi Shastri wants Virat Kohli to ‘forget everything else’ ahead of the final innings of the Melbourne Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. Suggesting Virat Kohli to bat just like he did in the …

Pundits slam Rohit Sharma for angry reactions on Yashasvi Jaiswal's catch drops
1 week, 4 days ago

Pundits slam Rohit Sharma for angry reactions on Yashasvi Jaiswal's catch drops

India Today  

Several former cricketers criticised India captain Rohit Sharma for giving angry reactions on Yashasvi Jaiswal’s drop catches during Day 4 of the fourth Test against Australia in Melbourne. Notably, Jaiswal dropped three catches in the day of Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne and Pat Cummins which allowed Australia to bat through the entire day. Former Australia cricketer Michael Hussey felt that …

"Run out incident played on his mind": Former cricketer Madan Lal gives his take on Virat's dismissal
1 week, 4 days ago

"Run out incident played on his mind": Former cricketer Madan Lal gives his take on Virat's dismissal

Hindustan Times  

Noida, : Former cricketer Madan Lal believes that the run-out incident involving Virat Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal on Day 2 of the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the MCG affected Kohli's mindset. "Run out incident played on his mind": Former cricketer Madan Lal gives his take on Virat's dismissal With India reduced to 51/2, Kohli and Jaiswal showcased …

Watch: Irfan Pathan, Sanjay Manjrekar fight on camera over Virat Kohli’s role in Yashasvi Jaiswal’s run-out
1 week, 4 days ago

Watch: Irfan Pathan, Sanjay Manjrekar fight on camera over Virat Kohli’s role in Yashasvi Jaiswal’s run-out

Live Mint  

Amid the applauds youngsters Nitish Reddy, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Washington Sundar are receiving after their great composure over the Australian bowlers at the ongoing Boxing Day Test in the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground, a heated argument in the post-match show between former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar and Irfan Pathan has gained some attention. On DAY 3, both the former cricketers …

Virat Kohli subjected to derogatory abuse by Australian crowd during IND vs AUS 4th Test at MCG; watch his response
1 week, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli subjected to derogatory abuse by Australian crowd during IND vs AUS 4th Test at MCG; watch his response

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli was subjected to derogatory abuse by the Australian crowd on Friday, Day 2 of the fourth Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Following his shoulder-barge incident with Sam Konstas, the MCG crowd has targeted Virat Kohli every time he steps onto the field, whether during batting or fielding. In a video circulating on social media, Virat …

‘Looks like Jaiswal…’: Smith reacts to Kohli’s huge mix-up on Day 2, remarks ‘Virat was in for a masterclass…’
1 week, 5 days ago

‘Looks like Jaiswal…’: Smith reacts to Kohli’s huge mix-up on Day 2, remarks ‘Virat was in for a masterclass…’

Hindustan Times  

In response to Australia’s first innings total of 474, India looked like they were in a position to counter-attack after the early dismissals of captain Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul. Virat Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal had a huge mix-up on Day 2, which led to the latter's dismissal. Steve Smith reacts to Virat Kohli-Yashasvi Jaiswal mix-up Speaking to Fox Cricket, …

Virat Kohli's shoulder push, fiery antics branded 'theatre' by ENG great: 'How boring it would be without the showman'
1 week, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli's shoulder push, fiery antics branded 'theatre' by ENG great: 'How boring it would be without the showman'

Hindustan Times  

Kevin Pietersen, the former England captain, is loving the drama unfolding in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between Australia and India. Virat Kohli's shoulder push, fiery antics branded 'theatre' by Kevin Pietersen Carrett/AAP Image via REUTERS This incident led to Kohli being docked 20 per cent of his match fees. However, Pietersen loves whatever Kohli is doing on the field, saying the …

Virat Kohli confronts ‘boos’ as Australian crowd turns on Indian star batter
1 week, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli confronts ‘boos’ as Australian crowd turns on Indian star batter

Live Mint  

Amid the ongoing India vs Australia 4th Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, star India batter Virat Kohli was booed by a group of fans on Day 2 of the match as he was walking back to the dressing room after his dismissal. Former captain Virat Kohli is not only a star player for India …

Yashasvi Jaiswal self-destructs, Virat Kohli licks his wounds: How India imploded in 25 minutes… again
1 week, 5 days ago

Yashasvi Jaiswal self-destructs, Virat Kohli licks his wounds: How India imploded in 25 minutes… again

Hindustan Times  

What’s the common thread about the Indian batting that ties November 1 and December 27, 2024? Mohammed Siraj strode in, bizarrely, as nightwatchman and was trapped leg before first ball, after which Virat Kohli ran himself out, playing to mid-on and finding himself short of his ground as Matt Henry smashed the stumps at the non-striker’s end. Steve Smith’s 34th …

'Fine, you only speak then': Irfan Pathan, Sanjay Manjrekar clash on live TV over Virat Kohli-Yashasvi Jaiswal run-out
1 week, 5 days ago

'Fine, you only speak then': Irfan Pathan, Sanjay Manjrekar clash on live TV over Virat Kohli-Yashasvi Jaiswal run-out

Hindustan Times  

Indian batting's implosion 30 minutes before stumps on Day 2 not only left fans pulling out their hair but also managed to pit Sanjay Manjrekar and Irfan Pathan against each other. During a discussion on the Star Sports Network, the two former Indian cricketers did not see eye-to-eye on the Yashasvi Jaiswal run-out, leading to a bit of a heated …

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli's stunning misunderstanding dismantles India's fight back; MCG boos India great
1 week, 5 days ago

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli's stunning misunderstanding dismantles India's fight back; MCG boos India great

Hindustan Times  

A misunderstanding of epic proportions between Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli poured water into India's fiery comeback on Day 2 of the fourth Test against Australia at the MCG in Melbourne. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli's terrible misunderstanding scripted India's collapse on Day 2 of 4th Test in Melbourne After hitting a boundary with a superb square-cut off Scott Boland …

Virat Kohli’s woes outside off-stump continue at MCG, netizens lambast India batter for running Yashasvi Jaiswal out
1 week, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli’s woes outside off-stump continue at MCG, netizens lambast India batter for running Yashasvi Jaiswal out

Live Mint  

India vs Australia: Virat Kohli's woeful run against deliveries outside the off-stump continued at the Melbourne Cricket Ground as he once again poked at a delivery on the sixth stump, giving a simple catch to wicketkeeper Alex Carey. In the process, Virat Kohli, in the company of Yashasvi Jaiswal, added 102 runs for the third wicket as the duo looked …

Despite Yashasvi Jaiswal's sparkling 82, Australia hold advantage over India on Day 2 at MCG
1 week, 5 days ago

Despite Yashasvi Jaiswal's sparkling 82, Australia hold advantage over India on Day 2 at MCG

Firstpost  

Yashasvi Jaiswal helped India recover from a shaky start after Australia posted 474 on the board, only for the visitors to lose wickets in a heap towards the evening session after the southpaw’s run-out. AP Rohit Sharma flopped yet again despite moving himself back to the top of the order while India suffered yet another batting collapse in the ongoing …

Virat Kohli booed by MCG crowd on Day 2 of IND vs AUS 4th Test, India batter replies with patient 86-ball 36
1 week, 6 days ago

Virat Kohli booed by MCG crowd on Day 2 of IND vs AUS 4th Test, India batter replies with patient 86-ball 36

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli was greeted by jeers from the Australian crowd at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Day 2 of the ongoing fourth Test against Australia as the star batter entered the field alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal after Tea. If his physical collision with Sam Konstas grabbed Day 1 headlines, a pitch invader putting his arms around Kohli's shoulders became the talking …

Shastri calls Australian media 'desperate' for 'targeting' Virat Kohli: 'If it was 3-0, headlines would be different'
1 week, 6 days ago

Shastri calls Australian media 'desperate' for 'targeting' Virat Kohli: 'If it was 3-0, headlines would be different'

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli faced the brunt of Australian media following the shoulder-bumping incident with 19-year-old Australian debutant, Sam Konstas, during the Boxing Day Test on Thursday. Ravi Shastri spoke in detail about the coverage surrounding Virat Kohli in Australian media The lead-up to the Melbourne Test saw Virat Kohli firmly in the spotlight, with much of the attention coming from the …

Virat Kohli depicted as clown in Australian newspaper, Ravi Shastri reacts
1 week, 6 days ago

Virat Kohli depicted as clown in Australian newspaper, Ravi Shastri reacts

India Today  

Former India captain Ravi Shastri said he was not surprised by the 'berserk' reaction of a section of the Australian media to Virat Kohli's on-field bust-up with 19-year-old opener Sam Konstas during the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne. It also stated, "Indian sook slammed for pathetic bump in teen's dream Test debut," referring to Kohli's shoulder contact with the young …

3 wickets for 11: How 30 minutes of madness spoilt Virat-Yashasvi's hard-work on Day 2
1 week, 6 days ago

3 wickets for 11: How 30 minutes of madness spoilt Virat-Yashasvi's hard-work on Day 2

India Today  

India's late batting collapse in the final session undid all the hard work put in by Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli to hand Australia the advantage on Day 2 of the Boxing Day Test. At one stage, India were cruising at 153 for 2, with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli adding a solid 102 runs for the third wicket. India …

4th Test: Late Yashasvi, Virat Kohli blows sink India after horror bowling show at MCG
1 week, 6 days ago

4th Test: Late Yashasvi, Virat Kohli blows sink India after horror bowling show at MCG

India Today  

Friday began on a disastrous note for India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, and it ended in a similar fashion. Melbourne Test, Day 2: Highlights India had a forgettable first two sessions as their bowling unit's over-reliance on Jasprit Bumrah was exposed once again. Captain Pat Cummins rubbed salt into India's wounds, chipping in with 49 before the lower-order batters …

Kevin Pietersen backs Virat Kohli amid immense scrutiny in Melbourne
1 week, 6 days ago

Kevin Pietersen backs Virat Kohli amid immense scrutiny in Melbourne

India Today  

The ongoing fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground has been a stage of high drama, with Virat Kohli once again in the spotlight. Amid mounting criticism from former Australian cricketers and relentless scrutiny from the media, former England captain Kevin Pietersen has stepped forward to back the Indian superstar. Taking to …

AUS vs IND 4th Test, Day 2 Highlights: Late collapse spoils Virat, Jaiswal's hard work at MCG
1 week, 6 days ago

AUS vs IND 4th Test, Day 2 Highlights: Late collapse spoils Virat, Jaiswal's hard work at MCG

India Today  

India had a big ask ahead of themselves with Australia putting 474 runs on the board and then they lost their skipper, Rohit Sharma pretty early on as well. However, post the Tea break, the pair of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli came out and steadied the ship before really playing some confident strokes. The Australian bowlers watched by for …

Yashasvi Jaiswal run out for 82 after terrible mix-up with Virat Kohli on Day 2
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1 week, 6 days ago

Yashasvi Jaiswal run out for 82 after terrible mix-up with Virat Kohli on Day 2

India Today  

Young Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal was run out for a well-crafted 82 due to a costly mix-up with senior pro Virat Kohli on Day 2 of the Boxing Day Test against Australia. It was a rush-of-blood moment for Yashasvi Jaiswal on the last ball of the 41st over, bowled by Scott Boland. Although Cummins’ attempted direct hit missed the striker’s …

Virat Kohli confronts booing spectators at MCG after his 1st innings dismissal, security intervenes | WATCH
1 week, 6 days ago

Virat Kohli confronts booing spectators at MCG after his 1st innings dismissal, security intervenes | WATCH

India TV News  

There is a lot going around Virat Kohli in Melbourne currently. Kohli and Jaiswal batted really well for the majority part of the final session on Day 2, barring the final half-an-hour when they lost three wickets in quick succession. Kohli, whose focus might have faded following Jaiswal's dismissal, edged Boland on a harmless good-length ball outside the off stump …

Sunil Gavaskar ‘unhappy’ with Virat Kohli shoving Sam Konstas at MCG, says ‘don’t want to see these things’
1 week, 6 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar ‘unhappy’ with Virat Kohli shoving Sam Konstas at MCG, says ‘don’t want to see these things’

Live Mint  

During the Boxing Day Test between India and Australia at Melbourne Cricket Ground on December 26, a shoulder-bumping incident between Indian star Virat Kohli and Australian debutant Sam Konstas on Day 1 upset legendary Sunil Gavaskar. Both Virat Kohli and Sam Konstas were involved in a physical confrontation early in the opening session, which created a debate among fans, critics …

Virat Kohli-Sam Konstas heated argument: Australian debutant reveals war of words after shoulder-bump at MCG
2 weeks ago

Virat Kohli-Sam Konstas heated argument: Australian debutant reveals war of words after shoulder-bump at MCG

Live Mint  

The shoulder bump between Sam Konstas and Virat Kohli on the opening day of the fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground grabbed headlines on Thursday. Following the collision, Kohli looked to go his way before the 19-year-old Konstas immediately hit back at the former Indian captain verbally. The youngster played a mature stroke, stating “Whatever happens on the field, …

Virat Kohli to miss Sydney Test against Australia after shoulder bump with Sam Konstas at MCG? What does ICC rule say
2 weeks ago

Virat Kohli to miss Sydney Test against Australia after shoulder bump with Sam Konstas at MCG? What does ICC rule say

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli might land himself in trouble after his deliberate shoulder bump with Australian debutant Sam Konstas grabbed the limelight on the opening day of the fourth Test in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Thursday. Sam Konstas and his opening partner Usman Khawaja were changing ends when Kohli bumped his shoulder with the 19-year-old while …

'It doesn't make you smaller': Sunil Gavaskar unshackled after footage of Virat Kohli shoving Sam Konstas at MCG
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2 weeks ago

'It doesn't make you smaller': Sunil Gavaskar unshackled after footage of Virat Kohli shoving Sam Konstas at MCG

Hindustan Times  

Sunil Gavaskar was not impressed seeing what transpired between Virat Kohli and Sam Konstas on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test between India and Australia at the MCG on Thursday. Kohli and Konstas were involved in a physical confrontation early in the opening session, with the former India captain shouldering the Aussie youngster. Drama all around as Virat Kohli …

‘I haven’t been disciplined': Virat Kohli accepts mistake, says his pride is hurt in Australia
2 weeks ago

‘I haven’t been disciplined': Virat Kohli accepts mistake, says his pride is hurt in Australia

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli promised to grind it out in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne to get back amongst runs in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. India's Virat Kohli looks on Kohli said he takes pride in rising to the challenge of Test cricket in different conditions and would look to bring that quality into play in the remaining two Tests of this …

Think Virat Kohli accidentally bumped into me, altercations fire me up: Sam Konstas
2 weeks ago

Think Virat Kohli accidentally bumped into me, altercations fire me up: Sam Konstas

India Today  

Australian opener Sam Konstas played down his on-field bust-up with Virat Kohli, saying he felt the former India captain "accidentally" bumped into him on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne. Virat Kohli created a stir when he appeared to deliberately bump into the 19-year-old opener, who was trying to put pressure on the Indian bowlers after Australia …

India veteran Kohli and Australia teen Konstas provide a fiery start to the 4th cricket test
2 weeks ago

India veteran Kohli and Australia teen Konstas provide a fiery start to the 4th cricket test

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Former India captain Virat Kohli is facing a possible fine after bumping shoulders with Australia’s Sam Konstas in a fiery opening Thursday to the fourth test of the five-match series. I reckon 20 or 30 years ago people would be saying ‘defend a lot, just bat all day’,” Konstas said. Asked about his verbal battles with India’s …

Rohit Sharma's concerning free fall continues ahead of MCG Test; Virat Kohli on verge of ignominious first in 12 years
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Rohit Sharma's concerning free fall continues ahead of MCG Test; Virat Kohli on verge of ignominious first in 12 years

Hindustan Times  

The drop in rankings of India's top-order batters, barring KL Rahul, continued on Wednesday as ICC released the updated Test rankings chart a day before the start of the fourth Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in Melbourne. Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill all incurred all suffered a fall in the list, with the …

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