Rohit Sharma deserved more respect, captain should never be dropped: Navjot Sidhu
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Rohit Sharma deserved more respect, captain should never be dropped: Navjot Sidhu

India Today  

Former Indian cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu voiced his disapproval of skipper Rohit Sharma’s exclusion from the pivotal Sydney Test against Australia in a fiery video shared on his official X handle. Sidhu criticized the Indian team management’s decision, emphasising that a player of Rohit’s stature and contribution deserved greater respect, especially in a series-deciding Border-Gavaskar Trophy finale. The SCG Test commenced amid significant drama as Rohit Sharma was "rested," paving the way for vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah to lead the side. pic.twitter.com/OJcSF9r3fU — Navjot Singh Sidhu January 3, 2025 "A Captain should never be dropped midstream nor given the option to opt out.

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‘He made Australia top-order look silly’: Ponting's ultimate ‘best series of fast bowling’ praise for Jasprit Bumrah
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‘He made Australia top-order look silly’: Ponting's ultimate ‘best series of fast bowling’ praise for Jasprit Bumrah

Hindustan Times  

Legendary Australia captain Ricky Ponting reserved massive praise for Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah for his exploits in the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Jasprit Bumrah left a lasting impact in the five-match Test series with his astonishing performance against Australia. The two-time World Cup-winning skipper said that Bumrah made the top-class Australian batting line-up look silly on several occasions in the …

Ricky Ponting praises Jasprit Bumrah's fast bowling in BGT 2024-25 series
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Ricky Ponting praises Jasprit Bumrah's fast bowling in BGT 2024-25 series

Hindustan Times  

Sydney, : ICC Hall of Famer Ricky Ponting believed that Jasprit Bumrah's exploits are not only the best he's seen of a visiting bowler in Australia but probably the best fast-bowling display of all time. Ricky Ponting praises Jasprit Bumrah's fast bowling in BGT 2024-25 series In his third Test tour Down Under, Jasprit Bumrah made an incredible shift with …

Manjrekar sends clear message to Agarkar regarding Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli: ‘How long to play, is upto selectors’
17 hours, 15 minutes 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 …

‘Jasprit Bumrah is the greatest ever bowler’: Vaughan raves about pacer, slams India players after SCG loss
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‘Jasprit Bumrah is the greatest ever bowler’: Vaughan raves about pacer, slams India players after SCG loss

Hindustan Times  

India crashed to another defeat, losing by six wickets to Australia on Day 3 of the fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match, in Sydney on Sunday. Without standby captain Jasprit Bumrah, the Indian bowling department failed to defend the target as the hosts cruised to 162/4, winning by six wickets. Michael Vaughan raves about Jasprit Bumrah Speaking after the …

Rohit Sharma gets 'not a place for 37-year-old' message for England; Katich drops cheeky 'has career in comedy' remark
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Rohit Sharma gets 'not a place for 37-year-old' message for England; Katich drops cheeky 'has career in comedy' remark

Hindustan Times  

Former Australia opener Simon Katich sent a brutal warning to India captain Rohit Sharma for India's tour of England later in the summer, which will mark the beginning of the fresh World Test Championship cycle, saying that the series might not be the one where he could regain his form. India's captain Rohit Sharma reacts after his dismissal during a …

Jasprit Bumrah's back spasms put Indian skipper in doubt for SCG Test day three
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Jasprit Bumrah's back spasms put Indian skipper in doubt for SCG Test day three

ABC  

India is unsure whether Jasprit Bumrah will be available for the remainder of the fifth Test as the series against Australia hangs in the balance. The Indian medical team assessed Bumrah overnight as the visitors prepared to return to the crease on day three at 6-141, 145 runs ahead of their hosts. Quick hits: Bumrah injury rocks India, Pat goes …

Sunil Gavaskar says SCG pitch for Australia-India Test is 'not ideal'
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Sunil Gavaskar says SCG pitch for Australia-India Test is 'not ideal'

ABC  

India legend Sunil Gavaskar has questioned the double standards applied to discussions around Test conditions in Australia and India as the SCG Test looks set to wrap up within three days. Quick hits: Bumrah injury rocks India, Pat goes wild and bowlers dominate Photo shows Rishabh Pant swings a bat, Pat Cummins jumps and punches his fist, Bumrah hug Jaiswal …

Rohit Sharma interview triggers memes fest: Einstein, Da Vinci parodies add to fun
1 day, 5 hours ago

Rohit Sharma interview triggers memes fest: Einstein, Da Vinci parodies add to fun

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma was the subject of massive social media trolling after his bold interview during the Sydney Test. Rohit would start off the interview by saying that he 'stood down' for the match as the team needed an in-form player in the side instead of him who was struggling with the bat. Rohit would also say that he …

Jasprit Bumrah rues missing out on spiciest pitch of series: Cannot fight my body
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Jasprit Bumrah rues missing out on spiciest pitch of series: Cannot fight my body

India Today  

Stand-in India captain Jasprit Bumrah updated on his injury after the conclusion of the final Test match of the Bborder-Gavaskar Trophy. Speaking at the post-match presentation ceremony, Bumrah rued missing out on the spiciest pitch of the series but said that he had to listen to his body and could not keep fighting it. #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/7qFlYcjD2d — cricket.com.au January 5, …

Perfect Perth, sore Sydney: Jasprit Bumrah vs Australia ends in an anti-climax
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Perfect Perth, sore Sydney: Jasprit Bumrah vs Australia ends in an anti-climax

India Today  

To say Jasprit Bumrah was the best player for India during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy would be a massive understatement. After hundreds from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli helped India set a target of 534 for Australia to win, Bumrah added another 3 to his tally to secure the victory. Bumrah vs Australia After the Perth win, Bumrah handed back the …

Rohit Sharma for England? Test cricket not for 37-year-olds at top-order: Katich
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Rohit Sharma for England? Test cricket not for 37-year-olds at top-order: Katich

India Today  

Former Australia opener Simon Katich warned Rohit Sharma that England might not be the easiest place to regain form in Test cricket, adding that the captain would know what the future holds for him in the longest format of the game. ROHIT HAS GOOD FUTURE IN STAND-UP COMEDY: KATICH Despite not featuring in the XI in Sydney, Rohit remained adamant …

Gambhir vs Rohit? Sanjay Manjrekar's 'honest' take on captain's candid interview
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Gambhir vs Rohit? Sanjay Manjrekar's 'honest' take on captain's candid interview

India Today  

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar said he appreciated Rohit Sharma admitting his poor run with the bat during a candid interview in Sydney, where he opted out of the fifth Test against Australia. However, Manjrekar suggested there might have been "another reason" that prompted Rohit to speak to the broadcasters midway through a crucial Test series decider. IND vs AUS, …

5 Reasons why India lost the Border Gavaskar Trophy in Australia
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5 Reasons why India lost the Border Gavaskar Trophy in Australia

India Today  

India’s dominance over Australia in the bilateral Test series finally ended as they lost the five-match series by 1-3 on Sunday, January 5. As India ended their second cycle of the World Test Championship on a disappointing note with the Australia series loss, let’s have a look at what exactly went wrong for the Rohit Sharma-led side down under: AUS …

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma still hungry, can't talk about their future: Gautam Gambhir
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Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma still hungry, can't talk about their future: Gautam Gambhir

India Today  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir remained reserved about the future of superstar batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in Test cricket, stating that it is up to the players to decide their own futures. Addressing the press after India’s six-wicket loss in the Sydney Test, which led to conceding the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Gambhir said he is confident that the two …

Sydney Test: No Jasprit Bumrah with ball in huge blow for India on Day 3
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1 day, 5 hours ago

Sydney Test: No Jasprit Bumrah with ball in huge blow for India on Day 3

India Today  

India’s stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah opted out of bowling due to injury on Day 3 of the ongoing fifth Test against Australia at Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney. Notably, Bumrah left the ground in the second session on Day 2 for some scans, leaving Indian fans worried about his fitness. AUS vs IND 5th Test Day 3 Live However, he couldn’t …

‘Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli should play County cricket’: Manjrekar’s brutal message to selectors in ‘retirement’ remark
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‘Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli should play County cricket’: Manjrekar’s brutal message to selectors in ‘retirement’ remark

Hindustan Times  

The Indian cricket team is currently going through a tough phase, which has been made worse by veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s continued batting struggles. Indian cricket team Head coach Gautam Gambhir with captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli during a practice session. But clearly, there is a technical problem and now; there is a problem of confidence as …

‘Unfair on some boys but…’: Gavaskar's blunt ‘Ranji Trophy’ advice for out-of-form Rohit Sharma
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‘Unfair on some boys but…’: Gavaskar's blunt ‘Ranji Trophy’ advice for out-of-form Rohit Sharma

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma made it clear that he is not retiring from Test cricket, clarifying that he himself stood down for the Sydney match against Australia due to his poor form. Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar wants the 37-year-old batter to play the knockout matches of the Ranji Trophy if he wants to make a comeback into the Test side. Sunil …

A Captain's Resolve: The 5th Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy
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A Captain's Resolve: The 5th Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy

Deccan Chronicle  

The atmosphere was electric at the stadium as the 5th and final Test match between Australia and India of the Border Gavaskar Trophy Series approached its climax. However, a worrying cloud loomed over the Indian camp—Jasprit Bumrah, their key bowler, was grappling with a back spasm injury. "Jasprit's back spasm is indeed a concern, but with proper rest and medical …

Jasprit Bumrah dealing with 'back spasm', India could be without their stand-in captain in final innings of Sydney Test
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Jasprit Bumrah dealing with 'back spasm', India could be without their stand-in captain in final innings of Sydney Test

Hindustan Times  

Jasprit Bumrah left Indian fans in a state of worry during the second session of Day 2 in the ongoing Sydney Test against Australia. India's Jasprit Bumrah prepares to bowl on day two of the fifth Test match between Australia and India It wasn’t until later in the day that Prasidh Krishna provided some clarity. Although the exact nature of …

Pathan rues not playing under Rohit Sharma, gets epic one-liner in return from IND captain: 'Tab main chhota baccha...'
1 day, 23 hours ago

Pathan rues not playing under Rohit Sharma, gets epic one-liner in return from IND captain: 'Tab main chhota baccha...'

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma has shunned all the rumours about his retirement after the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and made it clear that he is not going anywhere. Speculations were rife before the SCG Test that Rohit might be playing his final match with the fifth Test, but the Indian skipper was not included in the XI, which ignited the fire as many speculated …

Rohit Sharma hits back at big mouth Sam Konstas: 'Bol bacchhan ka faida nahi hai. We won't remain quiet'
2 days ago

Rohit Sharma hits back at big mouth Sam Konstas: 'Bol bacchhan ka faida nahi hai. We won't remain quiet'

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma has weighed in on the feud between Jasprit Bumrah and Australia's Sam Konstas, following a dramatic exchange on Day 1 of the Sydney Test. Rohit Sharma reacted to the exchange between Sam Konstas and Jasprit Bumrah on Day 1 of the Sydney Test “Our boys, till they're calm, will remain calm. If you keep poking them, we won't …

I have not retired, I just stood down from this Test: Rohit
2 days, 2 hours ago

I have not retired, I just stood down from this Test: Rohit

Deccan Chronicle  

Senior India batter Rohit Sharma on Saturday categorically denied his retirement rumours and said he "stood down" from the ongoing Sydney Test against Australia on account of poor form.Grappling with modest form, Rohit "opted to rest" from the Sydney Test, handing over the leadership duties to Jasprit Bumrah, sparking widespread speculations about his future. That I am not able to …

Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah hound Sam Konstas in Sydney: ‘Batting like a no. 10’; dismissed by Siraj
2 days, 2 hours ago

Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah hound Sam Konstas in Sydney: ‘Batting like a no. 10’; dismissed by Siraj

Hindustan Times  

Team India brought its A-game to the table in the first session on Day 2 of the Sydney Test. Mohammed Siraj claimed two, while Jasprit Bumrah and Prasidh Krishna picked a wicket each in the first session as Australia were 101/5 at Lunch break. Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah worked on a plan to trouble Sam Konstas while Mohammed Siraj …

Rohit Sharma 'not retiring' or 'going anywhere'; India captain quashes speculations: 'I'm a father of two, have sense…'
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2 days, 3 hours ago

Rohit Sharma 'not retiring' or 'going anywhere'; India captain quashes speculations: 'I'm a father of two, have sense…'

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma is not retiring; neither is he quitting as India's captain. India's captain Rohit Sharma "I stood down, that is what I would say," Rohit told Star Sports during the Lunch break on Day 2 of the Sydney Test. ‘I was not scoring runs, we needed players in form’: Rohit reveals why he dropped himself "The chat that I …

I stood down: Rohit Sharma breaks silence on missing Sydney Test in bold interview
2 days, 5 hours ago

I stood down: Rohit Sharma breaks silence on missing Sydney Test in bold interview

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma has broken his silence on missing the Sydney Test and claimed that he stood down from the team. Rohit, while talking to Star Sports during the lunch break on Day 2, said that he wasn't dropped or opted out of the side and decided to step aside for an in-form player. I'm not going anywhere Rohit …

5th Test: Jasprit Bumrah leaves SCG on Day 2 in a car, likely taken for scans
2 days, 5 hours ago

5th Test: Jasprit Bumrah leaves SCG on Day 2 in a car, likely taken for scans

India Today  

In what is a worrying moment for Indian cricket team fans, captain Jasprit Bumrah has left the SCG during Day 2 of the Sydney Test on Saturday, January 4. This wicket allowed Bumrah to break the 46-year-old record of Bishen Singh Bedi for the most wickets by an Indian bowler in a series in Australia as India looked to be …

Rohit sits out of BGT finale, stand-in Bumrah says skipper has shown leadership
3 days, 4 hours ago

Rohit sits out of BGT finale, stand-in Bumrah says skipper has shown leadership

Deccan Chronicle  

Sydney: India captain Rohit Sharma on Friday "opted to rest" himself from the fifth and final Test against Australia after a string of underwhelming performances, marking a rather dramatic start to the series finale. The year 2024 turned out to be the least productive year for Rohit in Test cricket as he collected 619 runs in 26 innings across 14 …

Hardik Pandya to lead India in Champions Trophy 2025 if BCCI removes Rohit Sharma as captain: Report
3 days, 4 hours ago

Hardik Pandya to lead India in Champions Trophy 2025 if BCCI removes Rohit Sharma as captain: Report

Hindustan Times  

It wasn't a great end to 2024 for Rohit Sharma, and it hasn't been a great start to 2025, either. With Rohit yet to clarify his future in the format, the speculations further opened doors for BCCI's selection committee to discuss leadership options for the impending ICC Champions Trophy. India's Hardik Pandya, left, celebrates with captain Rohit Sharma during T20 …

Bold call from Rohit Sharma to rest himself for Sydney Test: Ravi Shastri
3 days, 5 hours ago

Bold call from Rohit Sharma to rest himself for Sydney Test: Ravi Shastri

India Today  

India head coach Ravi Shastri feels that it was a bold call by Rohit Sharma to rest himself for the final Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Bumrah told Shastri that Rohit was an unselfish captain and had opted to rest himself so that India could field their best line-up for the SCG Test. The former India head coach said …

He's been dropped: Mark Taylor slams Rohit Sharma's 'resting' antics at SCG
3 days, 5 hours ago

He's been dropped: Mark Taylor slams Rohit Sharma's 'resting' antics at SCG

India Today  

Former Australia cricketer Mark Taylor has slammed India for their use of the phrase 'resting Rohit Sharma'. Taylor's comments came after stand-in India captain Jasprit Bumrah announced that Rohit had opted to rest himself from the final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25: Full Coverage India captain Jasprit Bumrah said at the toss that Rohit Sharma had taken …

Rohit Sharma has played his last Test in Melbourne, India will move on: Gavaskar
3 days, 5 hours ago

Rohit Sharma has played his last Test in Melbourne, India will move on: Gavaskar

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma has played his final Test match, feels legendary Sunil Gavaskar. Speaking during the Lunch break of the 5th Test match, Gavaskar tried to make sense of Rohit Sharma's decision to 'rest' himself from the final Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. The former player said that the selection committee will look for a batter who …

Our captain Rohit Sharma has opted to 'rest', no selfishness in team: Jasprit Bumrah
3 days, 5 hours ago

Our captain Rohit Sharma has opted to 'rest', no selfishness in team: Jasprit Bumrah

India Today  

India pacer Jasprit Bumrah walked out as the captain in the final Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25 on Friday, January 3. Bumrah referred to Rohit Sharma as 'our captain' and said that the senior batter had taken the unselfish decision to move away from the playing XI, so that in-form players get to play the final Test match …

AUS vs IND: Webster anticipates big Jasprit Bumrah 'challenge' on grassy SCG pitch
3 days, 5 hours ago

AUS vs IND: Webster anticipates big Jasprit Bumrah 'challenge' on grassy SCG pitch

India Today  

Australia all-rounder Beau Webster has acknowledged the significant threat posed by India's stand-in skipper and star pacer Jasprit Bumrah in the ongoing Sydney Test. After an action-packed Day 1 at the Sydney Cricket Ground, Webster highlighted how the nature of the grassy pitch and Bumrah's fiery opening spell could spell trouble for Australia. A dramatic Day 1 of SCG Test …

Rohit Sharma dropping himself was emotional call, can't explain more: Rishabh Pant
3 days, 5 hours ago

Rohit Sharma dropping himself was emotional call, can't explain more: Rishabh Pant

India Today  

Star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant described regular skipper Rohit Sharma's decision to drop himself from the fifth and final Test against Australia in Sydney as an emotional yet selfless act. Pant highlighted Rohit's selflessness and leadership, calling the opener "a true leader" for making the difficult choice to sit out and hand over the captaincy to Jasprit Bumrah. IND vs AUS, …

All-round Bumrah sparks India's hopes after batters fail in grassy Sydney
3 days, 5 hours ago

All-round Bumrah sparks India's hopes after batters fail in grassy Sydney

India Today  

Jasprit Bumrah's India were left in a heap of trouble on Day 1 of the New Year's Test match in Sydney. Big names - Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, KL Rahul failed to put up resistance as Australia pacers rolled over the visitors for a below par first innings total in just 72.2 overs. Jasprit Bumrah bowled India's 2 of 3 …

Rishabh Pant reflects on Bumrah-Konstas exchange: Australia wanted to waste time
3 days, 5 hours ago

Rishabh Pant reflects on Bumrah-Konstas exchange: Australia wanted to waste time

India Today  

Indian wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant shed light on the heated exchange between stand-in India captain Jasprit Bumrah and Australian opener Sam Konstas during the final moments of Day 1 of the fifth and final Test in Sydney. Reflecting on the heated exchange between Bumrah and Konstas, Pant said he felt the Australian openers wanted to waste time to prevent India from …

India drop Rohit Sharma but batters struggle again in Australia
3 days, 5 hours ago

India drop Rohit Sharma but batters struggle again in Australia

Al Jazeera  

Australia gain the early advantage in Sydney in the World Test Championship deciding fifth Test against India. India dropped skipper Rohit Sharma but their batting woes continued as they were dismissed for 185 on the opening day of the crucial fifth and final Test against Australia in Sydney. Boland precipitated the end of India’s laboured innings early in the final …

Viral video shows Australian crowd singing racist chants during Melbourne Test
3 days, 5 hours ago

Viral video shows Australian crowd singing racist chants during Melbourne Test

India Today  

A viral video has surfaced on social media capturing racist behaviour from a section of fans during the Melbourne Test between India and Australia in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. The footage, making waves online while the two teams are battling in the series finale in Sydney, shows a few Australian fans at the MCG singing chants that carry a …

AUS vs IND: Rohit Sharma 'opting out' of SCG Test surprises Ricky Ponting
3 days, 5 hours ago

AUS vs IND: Rohit Sharma 'opting out' of SCG Test surprises Ricky Ponting

India Today  

The decision of Rohit Sharma to 'opt out' of the final Border Gavaskar Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground SCG has drawn reactions from cricketing circles, including Australian great Ricky Ponting. The chat’s been for the last couple of days that everyone expected Rohit would not play this game, that Shubman Gill would come back in, and that …

Dropped or rested, Rohit Sharma missing Sydney Test was the right call
3 days, 5 hours ago

Dropped or rested, Rohit Sharma missing Sydney Test was the right call

India Today  

"Australia is a beautiful country to visit, but a tough place to tour," remarked coach Gautam Gambhir during his address at the Australian Prime Minister's residence in Sydney on New Year's Day. Rohit had been one of India’s best batters since the introduction of the World Test Championship. The contrast became starker when Jasprit Bumrah led India to a commanding …

Rohit Sharma 'rested' for Sydney Test, Jasprit Bumrah returns as captain
Top News
3 days, 5 hours ago

Rohit Sharma 'rested' for Sydney Test, Jasprit Bumrah returns as captain

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma isn’t a part of the Indian playing XI for the New Year’s Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The decision came after Rohit Sharma's disastrous campaign in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, where he has scored only 31 runs from three matches. #BGT2024 pic.twitter.com/Cu6hr0ve4V — Nitin K Srivastav January 2, 2025 Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25: Full …

Rohit Sharma opts out of India XI as Jasprit Bumrah named captain for Sydney Test; Shubman Gill, Prasidh Krishna back
3 days, 6 hours ago

Rohit Sharma opts out of India XI as Jasprit Bumrah named captain for Sydney Test; Shubman Gill, Prasidh Krishna back

Hindustan Times  

India captain Rohit Sharma opted out of the playing XI for the fifth and final Test match against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series on Friday, as Jasprit Bumrah walked out to lead the team at the Sydney Cricket Ground. India's Rohit Sharma chats with a teammate Jasprit Bumrah during a practice session ahead of the fifth cricket Test match …

Gautam Gambhir turns down request to 'allow Rohit Sharma play in Sydney and retire'
3 days, 13 hours ago

Gautam Gambhir turns down request to 'allow Rohit Sharma play in Sydney and retire'

Hindustan Times  

Amid constant speculation of his future and place in the Indian Test team, following a dwindling return with the bat since September, captain Rohit Sharma reportedly 'opted out' of the playing XI on the eve of the fifth and final Test match against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. Indian coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Rohit Sharma chat in the …

No Rohit Sharma in Sydney? List of captains to get dropped in middle of series; 37-year-old to become India's first
3 days, 15 hours ago

No Rohit Sharma in Sydney? List of captains to get dropped in middle of series; 37-year-old to become India's first

Hindustan Times  

India captain Rohit Sharma, on Thursday, reportedly 'opted out' of the fifth and final Test against Australia of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. India captain Rohit Sharma has struggled for runs in the ongoing series against Australia. But while Gambhir stayed tight-lipped on India's plans, Rohit reportedly opted out of the match, thus making way for Shubman Gill back in …

'Sorry Kohli, we want Bumrah':Fans divided after reports say Virat Kohli will replace Rohit Sharma as Team India captain
3 days, 18 hours ago

'Sorry Kohli, we want Bumrah':Fans divided after reports say Virat Kohli will replace Rohit Sharma as Team India captain

Hindustan Times  

The Indian cricket dressing room is far from tranquil, with numerous controversies swirling around. Among the chatter, one report has taken social media by storm—Virat Kohli is set to replace Rohit Sharma as captain for the upcoming final Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Sydney, Australia. Fans prefer Jasprit Bumrah over Virat Kohli as the next captain of the …

India coach coy on picking struggling captain Rohit Sharma for final Australia Test
3 days, 18 hours ago

India coach coy on picking struggling captain Rohit Sharma for final Australia Test

The Independent  

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Rohit Sharma tells Ajit Agarkar, Gautam Gambhir he's 'opting out' of 5th Test vs Australia; Shubman Gill back at No. 3
3 days, 18 hours ago

Rohit Sharma tells Ajit Agarkar, Gautam Gambhir he's 'opting out' of 5th Test vs Australia; Shubman Gill back at No. 3

Hindustan Times  

India is all set to be captained by Jasprit Bumrah in the fifth and final Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground starting Friday after skipper Rohit Sharma decided to give himself a rest. Rohit Sharma could well have played his last Test match A day after the news of unrest in the Indian dressing room emerged, Rohit briefly …

Gautam Gambhir refuses to confirm Rohit Sharma in India XI for Sydney Test: ‘Head coach is here, that should be enough’
4 days, 2 hours ago

Gautam Gambhir refuses to confirm Rohit Sharma in India XI for Sydney Test: ‘Head coach is here, that should be enough’

Hindustan Times  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir remains non-committal on whether captain Rohit Sharma will feature in their final Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Gambhir appeared in the pre-match press conference as opposed to Rohit, despite captains normally appearing for the interaction on the eve of matches Notably, the win in Perth came under the captaincy of ace pacer …

Don't take things for granted: Details of Gambhir's fiery dressing room speech
4 days, 5 hours ago

Don't take things for granted: Details of Gambhir's fiery dressing room speech

India Today  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir delivered a strongly-worded speech in the dressing room following the team’s 184-run defeat to Australia in Melbourne, critically assessing both the performance and attitude of the players. Gambhir’s address, a stern yet constructive talk, was made in front of the entire squad, including senior players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Gautam Gambhir did not confirm …

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