Who Is Nathan McSweeney? Australia's Exciting New Opener For IND vs AUS BGT
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Who Is Nathan McSweeney? Australia's Exciting New Opener For IND vs AUS BGT

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Australia has named a 13-member squad for IND vs AUS 1st Test of Border-Gavaskar series against India, featuring new faces in the team led by veteran Pat Cummins. Uncapped Nathan McSweeney will open the batting alongside Usman Khawaja in IND vs AUS 1st Test in Perth. Also on ABP Live | IND vs AUS: Virat Kohli Takes 'Solo Flight' To Australia For India's High-Pressure Test Series Against Australia Who is Nathan McSweeney? Nathan McSweeney is set to make his debut in IND vs AUS Perth Test, opening the batting alongside Usman Khawaja. Australia's squad for IND vs AUS 1st Test in Perth: Pat Cummins, Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Mitchell Marsh, Nathan McSweeney, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc.

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SL vs AUS: Travis Head could open against Sri Lanka, says chief selector Bailey
1 day, 5 hours ago

SL vs AUS: Travis Head could open against Sri Lanka, says chief selector Bailey

The Hindu  

Travis Head could open the innings for Australia during the two-match Test series in Sri Lanka later this month, chairman of selectors George Bailey said. We’ve got a number of options and there’s been a few preliminary discussions around where that may land, and that may depend on the makeup of that first XI,” Bailey told cricket.com.au. “I think Andrew …

Nathan McSweeney aims comeback in Australian Test side with Sri Lanka series
1 day, 10 hours ago

Nathan McSweeney aims comeback in Australian Test side with Sri Lanka series

India Today  

Nathan McSweeney has been recalled to the Australian squad for the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka after being dropped midway through the series against India earlier this year. Australia squad vs Sri Lanka McSweeney looks to make ammends The upcoming series presents a different challenge for McSweeney, as he transitions from facing India’s pace attack to tackling the spin-friendly …

McSweeney returns to Australia squad for Sri Lanka tour. Smith to lead squad in Cummins’ absence
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2 days, 8 hours ago

McSweeney returns to Australia squad for Sri Lanka tour. Smith to lead squad in Cummins’ absence

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Nathan McSweeney was recalled to Australia’s test squad on Thursday to tour Sri Lanka, less than three weeks after being dropped from the top order. Steve Smith will lead the squad to Sri Lanka while regular skipper Pat Cummins is on leave as his wife awaits the birth of the couple’s second child. Australia’s selectors concentrated on …

Australia announce Test squad for Sri Lanka tour, Steve Smith to lead
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2 days, 10 hours ago

Australia announce Test squad for Sri Lanka tour, Steve Smith to lead

India TV News  

Australia have announced a 16-member squad for the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka away from home. Nathan Lyon will receive the support of Matt Kuhnemann and Todd Murphy as frontline spinners as spin is expected to play a massive part in Galle, which will host both Test matches in Sri Lanka. Meanwhile, Glenn Maxwell's hopes of making a Test …

AUS vs IND: Australia announces playing XI for Sydney Test; Marsh dropped, Webster to debut
1 week, 2 days ago

AUS vs IND: Australia announces playing XI for Sydney Test; Marsh dropped, Webster to debut

The Hindu  

Out of form Mitchell Marsh will make way for Beau Webster in Australia’s playing XI against India for the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Sydney starting Friday. Captain Pat Cummins on Thursday announced that all-rounder Marsh’s lack of runs and wickets led to the inclusion of Webster, who will make his Test debut at the Sydney …

Pat Cummins explains rationale behind Mitchell Marsh's snub for New Year's Test in Sydney against India
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1 week, 2 days ago

Pat Cummins explains rationale behind Mitchell Marsh's snub for New Year's Test in Sydney against India

India TV News  

Australia are desperate to retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and to book the remaining spot in the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25 final as they have dropped Mitchell Marsh for the New Year's Test against India in Sydney. Marsh was unable to make useful contributions with either the bat or ball in hand and therefore Pat Cummins has left him out …

IND vs AUS Pitch Report: Sydney Cricket Ground wicket, venue stats for India vs Australia 5th Test
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1 week, 3 days ago

IND vs AUS Pitch Report: Sydney Cricket Ground wicket, venue stats for India vs Australia 5th Test

India TV News  

IND vs AUS Pitch Report: The Indian cricket team will look to avoid a series loss when they take on a highly-motivated Australian side in the fifth Test match starting on Friday early morning. IND vs AUS 5th Test pitch report The pitch at Sydney Cricket Ground offers a pace-friendly surface in red-ball cricket. And then tomorrow, we'll do a …

Australia snap India's MCG streak with dominant win, take unassailable 2-1 lead in BGT 2024-25
1 week, 5 days ago

Australia snap India's MCG streak with dominant win, take unassailable 2-1 lead in BGT 2024-25

India TV News  

Australia emerged winners of a thrilling Day 5 of the fourth Test match against India at Melbourne Cricket Ground on Monday, December 30. Chasing a tough 340-run target on Day 5, the Indian side lost their experienced trio of Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul and Virat Kohli early in the first session but Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rishabh Pant added 88 runs …

Ind vs Aus 4th Test: Australia wins by 184 runs as Indian lineup implodes in final-day run chase
1 week, 5 days ago

Ind vs Aus 4th Test: Australia wins by 184 runs as Indian lineup implodes in final-day run chase

The Hindu  

Eight men around the bat, a Test on the line, and a fifth day climax. The scores Australia - 1st innings: 474 all out in 122.4 overs India - 1 innings: 369 all out in 119.3 overs Australia - 2nd innings: Sam Konstas b Bumrah 8, Usman Khawaja b Siraj 21, Marnus Labuschagne lbw b Siraj 70, Steve Smith c …

Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland achieve unique feat during half-century last-wicket stand at MCG
1 week, 5 days ago

Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland achieve unique feat during half-century last-wicket stand at MCG

Hindustan Times  

Melbourne, : The Australian bowlers Nathan Lyon and Scott Boland achieved a historic record of surviving 50 balls across both innings during the fourth Test against India at Melbourne, being the second 10th wicket partnership pair to do so. Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland achieve unique feat during half-century last-wicket stand at MCG The Australian lower-order continued to frustrate the Indian …

IND vs AUS: Australian Wicket-Keeper Batter Ruled Out Of Border-Gavaskar Trophy Due To Calf Strain Ahead Of Sydney Test
1 week, 6 days ago

IND vs AUS: Australian Wicket-Keeper Batter Ruled Out Of Border-Gavaskar Trophy Due To Calf Strain Ahead Of Sydney Test

ABP News  

Melbourne: Australia's wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis has been ruled out of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series after suffering a calf strain while fielding during the ongoing fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Inglis, also the reserve batter in the Test team, was on substitute fielding duties with spare bowler Sean Abbott but suffered a low-grade strain when on the field during …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Smith ton, Kohli-Jaiswal mix-up put Australia in command against India on day 2
2 weeks, 1 day ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Smith ton, Kohli-Jaiswal mix-up put Australia in command against India on day 2

The Hindu  

A modern great’s ton ensured Australia’s dominance while a youngster’s counter-punch helmed India’s brief resistance. The former Australian captain’s ton helped Pat Cummins and his men post 474 in the first innings. Prior to this evening meltdown, India’s first innings commenced with Rohit Sharma returning as an opener. Just as the sun lit up the venue, the host’s first innings …

IND vs AUS 4th Test: Pat Cummins stopped short of fifty by Nitish Kumar Reddy’s stunning catch
2 weeks, 1 day ago

IND vs AUS 4th Test: Pat Cummins stopped short of fifty by Nitish Kumar Reddy’s stunning catch

Live Mint  

Australia captain Pat Cummins led from the front as he and Steve Smith piled the pressure on the Indian bowlers on day two of the Boxing Day Test. Cummins scored 49 runs off 63 balls to take Australia past the 400-run mark in Melbourne and take his side to a dominant position in the match. Cummins was eventually undone by …

India vs Australia BGT 2024-25: Sam Konstas shocks India with his remarkable debut
2 weeks, 2 days ago

India vs Australia BGT 2024-25: Sam Konstas shocks India with his remarkable debut

Live Mint  

Young batting sensation Sam Konstas shocked India on December 26 with his remarkable debut as the Aussie player scored 60 off 65 balls in the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy Test series against India at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. He has become the fourth youngest Test debutant for Australia as he received his baggy green cap from former Aussie skipper …

Australia’s batsmen take control against India on day one of fourth Test
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Australia’s batsmen take control against India on day one of fourth Test

Al Jazeera  

Teenager Sam Konstas captured plenty of attention with a superb batting debut on day one of fourth Test in Melbourne. India fought back with four late wickets to leave Australia on 311 for six on day one of the fourth Test after teen debutant Sam Konstas had lit up the Melbourne Cricket Ground with a thrilling knock in the morning. …

AUS vs IND: India aim to complete Melbourne hat-trick with series on the line
2 weeks, 2 days ago

AUS vs IND: India aim to complete Melbourne hat-trick with series on the line

India Today  

India will return to the Melbourne Cricket Ground for the fourth Test against Australia set to begin from Wednesday, December 26. Border Gavaskar Trophy Full Coverage Furthermore, youngsters Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant have also failed to impress in the series so far bringing all the pressure on the lower order where Nitish Kumar Reddy and Ravindra Jadeja …

Australia vs India, 4th Test Dream11 Prediction: AUS v IND predicted XI, fantasy team picks, squads
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Australia vs India, 4th Test Dream11 Prediction: AUS v IND predicted XI, fantasy team picks, squads

The Hindu  

India will take on Australia in the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground starting Thursday with the five-match series leveled at 1-1 after three games. Host Australia will be without the services of Josh Hazlewood while visitor India will begin its new chapter in Tests without R Ashwin, who announced his retirement after the Brisbane match. Australia has …

Ind vs Australia Melbourne Test: After Ashwin’s retirement, India braces for a spin test at MCG
Top News
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Ind vs Australia Melbourne Test: After Ashwin’s retirement, India braces for a spin test at MCG

The Hindu  

Gurgling babies clinging to their mothers, children running with abandon, a group of women sitting on the grass and having a chat, and seasoned cricketers becoming all melting chocolate with their partners and off-spring, constituted a slice of utopia on Christmas Day at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. But with mostly Head scoring the runs while Steve Smith and Labuschagne have …

IND vs AUS: Australia confirm debut for Sam Konstas, star batter uncertain due to injury
2 weeks, 4 days ago

IND vs AUS: Australia confirm debut for Sam Konstas, star batter uncertain due to injury

India TV News  

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has confirmed that the 19-year-old opener Sam Konstas will make his debut in the upcoming Boxing Day Test against India. He will become the fourth youngest Test player for Australia at the age of 19 years and 85 days with only Ian Craig, Pat Cummins, and Tom Garrett making their respective Test debuts at a …

AUS vs IND: Pujara suggests game plan to tackle 'dangerous' Mitchell Starc threat
2 weeks, 5 days ago

AUS vs IND: Pujara suggests game plan to tackle 'dangerous' Mitchell Starc threat

India Today  

Test specialist Cheteshwar Pujara said Mitchell Starc is looking more dangerous than ever and has been threatening the Indian batters more than his captain Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Full Coverage Starc inspired Australia to a 10-wicket win in the pink-ball Test in Adelaide, taking eight wickets, including a six-wicket haul in the first …

Nathan McSweeney shares Labuschagne's motivational words after Melbourne Test snub
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Nathan McSweeney shares Labuschagne's motivational words after Melbourne Test snub

India Today  

Australia batter Nathan McSweeney recently shared Marnus Labuschagne’s comforting words after being dropped from the Australian Test squad. Border Gavaskar Trophy Full Coverage "Marnus particularly told me 'It's not where you start, it's where you end' - it's a part of a journey, a good story will have its ups & downs - a learning curve," said McSweeney after his …

Nathan McSweeney proves his mettle after being dropped from Australia Test squad, does THIS in BBL 2024-25
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Nathan McSweeney proves his mettle after being dropped from Australia Test squad, does THIS in BBL 2024-25

Live Mint  

Days after being dropped from the national squad ahead of the fourth Test against team India at Melbourne in the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, Australian opener Nathan McSweeney reminded everyone of his class at the Big Bash League match on Sunday. Dropped for his dismal performance and replaced by rookie Sam Konstas, Nathan McSweeney smashed a match-winning 78 off …

Marnus Labuschagne's word of wisdom with Nathan McSweeney after he gets dropped: 'It's not where you start…'
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Marnus Labuschagne's word of wisdom with Nathan McSweeney after he gets dropped: 'It's not where you start…'

Hindustan Times  

Australia batter Nathan McSweeney revealed the conversation he had with Marnus Labuschagne as the young batter got dropped from the squad for the last two Tests against India. "Marnus particularly told me 'It's not where you start, it's where you end' - it's a part of a journey, a good story will have its ups & downs - a learning …

McSweeney comes up with perfect response to Australia selectors after getting dropped, scores match-winning 78* in BBL
2 weeks, 5 days ago

McSweeney comes up with perfect response to Australia selectors after getting dropped, scores match-winning 78* in BBL

Hindustan Times  

Having been dropped for the remaining two Tests of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Nathan McSweeney came up with the perfect response at the Big Bash League. McSweeney slammed an unbeaten knock of 78* runs off 49 balls, packed with 10 fours and two sixes, as Brisbane reached 175/7 in 20 overs. Nathan McSweeney ‘devastated’ by Australia selectors' decision McSweeney was …

IND vs AUS: Michael Vaughan advices McSweeney to bat in middle order after snub
2 weeks, 5 days ago

IND vs AUS: Michael Vaughan advices McSweeney to bat in middle order after snub

The Hindu  

Former England captain Michael Vaughan backed Nathan McSweeney make a strong comeback into the Australia side despite getting dropped from the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India. I feel for the kid, because of all the people that I’ve seen come into Test cricket over the last 10 years, I don’t think anyone’s been given a harder challenge,” Vaughan said in …

BGT 2024-25: Australia’s Sam Konstas issues wake up call for Indian bowlers before Melbourne Test; says ‘got few plans’
2 weeks, 6 days ago

BGT 2024-25: Australia’s Sam Konstas issues wake up call for Indian bowlers before Melbourne Test; says ‘got few plans’

Live Mint  

In the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, Australia axed struggling opener Nathan McSweeney from their squad for fourth Test against India. It included rookie opener Sam Konstas, who got his maiden call, on Boxing Day Test in Melbourne. Apart from training hard on the nets, Konstas claimed that he is waiting to take on the Indian bowlers in the Boxing …

BGT 2024-25: Australia’s Sam Konstas issues wake up call for Indian bowlers before Melbourne Test; says ‘got few plans’
2 weeks, 6 days ago

BGT 2024-25: Australia’s Sam Konstas issues wake up call for Indian bowlers before Melbourne Test; says ‘got few plans’

Live Mint  

In the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, Australia axed struggling opener Nathan McSweeney from their squad for fourth Test against India. It included rookie opener Sam Konstas, who got his maiden call, on Boxing Day Test in Melbourne. Apart from training hard on the nets, Konstas claimed that he is waiting to take on the Indian bowlers in the Boxing …

AUS vs IND: Australian youngster Konstas excited to face Bumrah and Co ahead of Boxing Day Test
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

AUS vs IND: Australian youngster Konstas excited to face Bumrah and Co ahead of Boxing Day Test

The Hindu  

Australian opener Sam Konstas is excited to face the Indian bowlers in the Boxing Day Test, saying he already has a “few plans” for Jasprit Bumarh and Co if he makes the cut in the fourth game of the Border-Gavaskar series at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Feeling like I’m moving really nice, and hopefully, I get that opportunity,” Konstas told …

AUS vs IND: McSweeney vows to ‘work really hard’ after being dropped from Australia squad for final two Tests
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3 weeks ago

AUS vs IND: McSweeney vows to ‘work really hard’ after being dropped from Australia squad for final two Tests

The Hindu  

Australian opener Nathan McSweeney admitted that he felt “devastated” after being dropped for the last two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India, after making his debut in the opening match of the series. “Yeah, I mean devastated, I get the dream come true and then didn’t quite work the way I wanted,” McSweeney told Channel 7. “But it’s all …

"This could end his career": Michael Clarke slams Australia selectors over McSweeney axing
3 weeks ago

"This could end his career": Michael Clarke slams Australia selectors over McSweeney axing

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Former Australia captain Michael Clarke took a shot at the national selectors after Nathan McSweeney was axed from the squad for the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India. "This could end his career": Michael Clarke slams Australia selectors over McSweeney axing The Australian selection committee chaired by George Bailey has been under the microscope following …

Sam Konstas ready to face Bumrah? Australia batter opens up on his preparation
3 weeks ago

Sam Konstas ready to face Bumrah? Australia batter opens up on his preparation

India Today  

Young Australia batter Sam Konstas is ready with plans to face the Indian bowling attack in the upcoming fourth Test of the series in Melbourne. Notably, Konstas has replaced Nathan McSweeney for the last two Tests against India and is set to open the innings alongside Usman Khawaja in the upcoming game in Melbourne. Despite coming into the series on …

IND vs AUS: Nathan McSweeney 'devastated' as Boxing Day Test dream shattered
3 weeks ago

IND vs AUS: Nathan McSweeney 'devastated' as Boxing Day Test dream shattered

India Today  

Australia batter Nathan McSweeney expressed his heartbreak after being dropped for the Boxing Day Test against India in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. I get the dream come true and then didn't quite work out the way I wanted it, but it's all part of it and yeah I'll get the head down and get back in the nets and work …

Australia squad for final two Tests vs India announced: Abbott replaces injured Hazlewood, Konstas earns maiden call-up
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Australia squad for final two Tests vs India announced: Abbott replaces injured Hazlewood, Konstas earns maiden call-up

The Hindu  

Opener Nathan McSweeney was dropped from the Australian squad set to take on India in the remaining two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. According to a Cricket Australia press release, McSweeney makes way for Sam Konstas. With the series level at 1-1 and the fourth Test scheduled to commence at the Melbourne Cricket Ground here on December 26, the …

BGT: McSweeney dropped, Teenager Konstas added to Australia squad
3 weeks, 1 day ago

BGT: McSweeney dropped, Teenager Konstas added to Australia squad

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: Teenager Sam Konstas has been called up to the Australia squad for the final two matches of the Australia-India test series at the expense of Nathan McSweeney. Konstas was on Friday included in Australia’s 15-player squad for the remainder of the series against India, with paceman Jhye Richardson the other new face replacing injured fast bowler Josh Hazlewood. Paceman …

IND vs AUS, Boxing Day Test: Who is Sam Konstas, the Australian opener who replaced Nathan McSweeny in BGT squad?
Top News
3 weeks, 1 day ago

IND vs AUS, Boxing Day Test: Who is Sam Konstas, the Australian opener who replaced Nathan McSweeny in BGT squad?

The Hindu  

Australia announced its squad for the remaining two Tests against India in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Friday. The right-handed batter replaces fellow opener Nathan McSweeny in the squad following the latter’s below-par performances. His twin Sheffield Shield centuries for New South Wales caught the selectors’ attention, alongside an unbeaten 73 against India A at the MCG ahead of the …

Teenager Konstas added to Australia squad for final 2 tests against India
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Teenager Konstas added to Australia squad for final 2 tests against India

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Teenager Sam Konstas has been called up to the Australia squad for the final two matches of the Australia-India test series at the expense of Nathan McSweeney. Konstas was on Friday included in Australia’s 15-player squad for the remainder of the series against India, with paceman Jhye Richardson the other new face replacing injured fast bowler Josh …

BGT 2024-25: Teen Sam Konstas gets maiden Australia call-up ahead of Boxing Day Test, Nathan McSweeney gets axe
3 weeks, 1 day ago

BGT 2024-25: Teen Sam Konstas gets maiden Australia call-up ahead of Boxing Day Test, Nathan McSweeney gets axe

Live Mint  

Australia have axed struggling opener Nathan McSweeney from their squad for fourth Test against India in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy with rookie opener Sam Konstas getting his maiden call up and is likely to make his Test debut on Boxing Day in Melbourne. Also included in the 15-member squad for the final two Tests is fast bowler Jhye Richardson, who …

BGT 2024-25: Teen Sam Konstas gets maiden Australia call-up ahead of Boxing Day Test, Nathan McSweeney gets axe
3 weeks, 1 day ago

BGT 2024-25: Teen Sam Konstas gets maiden Australia call-up ahead of Boxing Day Test, Nathan McSweeney gets axe

Live Mint  

Australia have axed struggling opener Nathan McSweeney from their squad for fourth Test against India in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy with rookie opener Sam Konstas getting his maiden call up and is likely to make his Test debut on Boxing Day in Melbourne. Also included in the 15-member squad for the final two Tests is fast bowler Jhye Richardson, who …

IND vs AUS: Australia Drop Nathan McSweeney, Call Up 19-Year-Old Sam Konstas For Boxing Day Test In Melbourne
3 weeks, 1 day ago

IND vs AUS: Australia Drop Nathan McSweeney, Call Up 19-Year-Old Sam Konstas For Boxing Day Test In Melbourne

ABP News  

IND vs AUS: Australia have dropped opener Nathan McSweeney and replaced him with 19-year-old Sam Konstas in their 15-man squad for the India vs Australia Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, scheduled to start from December 26. McSweeney's exclusion is surprising, as although he didn't score big runs, the right-handed batter displayed encouraging signs in patches during the …

Australia axe McSweeney, call up Konstas for fourth India Test
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Australia axe McSweeney, call up Konstas for fourth India Test

Hindustan Times  

Opener Nathan McSweeney was dropped from Australia's squad for the fourth Test against India on Friday, with teenager Sam Konstas getting his first call-up. Australia axe McSweeney, call up Konstas for fourth India Test Fast bowler Jhye Richardson was also included in the 15-man lineup to give the team more options with Josh Hazlewood sidelined by a right calf injury. …

Australia drop squad bombshell, make a few changes for final two Tests against India; bring in Sam Konstas
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Australia drop squad bombshell, make a few changes for final two Tests against India; bring in Sam Konstas

India TV News  

Australia have axed three-Test-old opener, Nathan McSweeney, after no show in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar series against India in a ruthless call. McSweeney failed to cross 10 in five of the six innings he played in the first three Tests against India in Perth, Adelaide and Brisbane was left out for the 19-year-old New South Wales opening batter, Sam Konstas, who …

Australia selector explains 'very difficult decision' of dropping Nathan McSweeney
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Australia selector explains 'very difficult decision' of dropping Nathan McSweeney

India Today  

Australia’s chid selector George Bailey has addressed the decision to replace Nathan McSweeney with 19-year-old Sam Konstas for the Boxing Day Test against India, explaining that the move was intended to bring a "point of difference" to the squad. Australia recently announced their 15-member team for the final two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, with Konstas coming in for Mcsweeny, …

Mates club? Australian selectors accused of bias after Nathan McSweeney snub
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Mates club? Australian selectors accused of bias after Nathan McSweeney snub

India Today  

Australian selectors and their chief, George Bailey, have faced criticism for dropping young opener Nathan McSweeney from the squad for the final two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. McSweeney, 25, scored 72 runs across six innings in the first three Tests. In the Sheffield Shield, playing for New South Wales, Konstas has scored two centuries and accumulated 369 runs across …

Australia drop Nathan McSweeney for Boxing Day Test, add teenage opener to squad
Top News
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Australia drop Nathan McSweeney for Boxing Day Test, add teenage opener to squad

India Today  

Australia dropped their latest Test debutant, Nathan McSweeney, after just the first three matches in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. While the decision to drop 25-year-old Nathan McSweeney after just three Tests has divided opinions, Australia have added the attacking Sam Konstas in a bid to inject some firepower at the top of the order. AUSTRALIA SQUAD FOR LAST 2 TESTS OF …

IND vs AUS, 3rd Test: Pat Cummins overtakes Sir Garfield Sobers in unique feat on a frustrating Day 4 for Australia
3 weeks, 3 days ago

IND vs AUS, 3rd Test: Pat Cummins overtakes Sir Garfield Sobers in unique feat on a frustrating Day 4 for Australia

Live Mint  

On a frustrating day for the Australian cricket team in the ongoing third Test on Tuesday, captain Pat Cummins shone bright with four wickets as he surpassed legendary Garfield Sobers and New Zealand's Daniel Vettori to become the third-highest wicket-taker as a skipper in Tests. The Australian skipper dismissed the entire Indian middle-order which included the likes of Rishabh Pant, …

Australia set to lose Josh Hazlewood for rest of India series with calf injury
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Australia set to lose Josh Hazlewood for rest of India series with calf injury

The Independent  

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IND vs AUS: Steve Smith, Travis Head centuries propel Australia to 405/7 on Day 2 of Brisbane Test
3 weeks, 6 days ago

IND vs AUS: Steve Smith, Travis Head centuries propel Australia to 405/7 on Day 2 of Brisbane Test

Firstpost  

IND vs AUS 3rd Test Live Score Today: Steve Smith and Travis Head scored centuries as Australia posted 405/7 on Day 2 of the third Test against India in Brisbane on Sunday. Australia's Travis Head and Steve Smith forged a double century stand for the fourth wicket against India on Day 2 of the third Test on Sunday. IND vs …

AUS Vs IND, 3rd Test: India Opt To Bowl First; Make Two Massive Changes In Playing XI | Details Inside
Top News
4 weeks ago

AUS Vs IND, 3rd Test: India Opt To Bowl First; Make Two Massive Changes In Playing XI | Details Inside

ABP News  

AUS Vs IND, 3rd Test: India win the all-important toss in the 3rd Test at The Gabba in Brisbane, as they send-in Australia to bat first. Rohit Sharma's side have made two massive changes for the fixture, as Akash Deep and Ravindra Jadeja make a cut in the Playing XI at the expense of Harshit Rana and Ravichandran Ashwin. Playing …

IND vs AUS 3rd Test: Play called off as rain restricts Day 1 to just 13 overs
4 weeks ago

IND vs AUS 3rd Test: Play called off as rain restricts Day 1 to just 13 overs

The Hindu  

It was a Saturday of rains at the Gabba. The weather’s liquid sense of wicked humour was on full view as the wet spell would pause for a while and just as the umbrellas were folded, the clouds would burst forth again. This was tease and torment at its worst and it was more than enough to largely smother the …

India vs Australia, 3rd Test, BGT 2024-25: Rain forecast, predicted playing XI for Brisbane; Will Rohit Sharma open?
4 weeks, 1 day ago

India vs Australia, 3rd Test, BGT 2024-25: Rain forecast, predicted playing XI for Brisbane; Will Rohit Sharma open?

Live Mint  

India vs Australia 3rd Test: Rohit Sharma's batting position will be the topic of discussion as India gear up to face the Brisbane Test against Australia in the Gabba in the third Test, starting on Saturday. India vs Australia 3rd Test: Jadeja vs Ashwin vs Sundar While senior off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin and Washington Sundar looked steady without doing much in …

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