Ashwin, Jadeja's fate in Border-Gavaskar Trophy sealed: 'If your two lead spinners take just one 5-for in 10 years...'
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Ashwin, Jadeja's fate in Border-Gavaskar Trophy sealed: 'If your two lead spinners take just one 5-for in 10 years...'

Hindustan Times  

Once a mainstay of India's spin attack in Tests, the senior duo of Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja is likely to remain benched in the entire Test series against Australia. Ashwin and Jadeja, despite a collective Test tally of 855 Test wickets, will, in all probability, stay behind Washington Sundar in the pecking order if the Australians show no sign of relenting in the remaining four Tests. Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja are unlikely to feature in India's Playing XI in Border-Gavaskar Trophy While Ashwin and Jadeja have mostly fared well on Indian pitches, their overseas performances leave much to be desired. Sundar over Ashwin in India's Test XI overseas going forward Ashwin picked up just nine wickets from three Tests against New Zealand while Sundar raced ahead with 16 scalps in two Tests, which proved to be a deal-breaker.

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'Ashwin has taken retirement...': Cheteshwar Pujara's blunt assessment on India's 'weak' bowling
14 hours, 44 minutes ago

'Ashwin has taken retirement...': Cheteshwar Pujara's blunt assessment on India's 'weak' bowling

Hindustan Times  

Ever since the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia got underway in November, questions have been raised against the Indian team combination, especially the bowling department. Cheteshwar Pujara reckons India's bowling has gotten weaker after the retirement of Ravichandran Ashwin. He said that if Ravindra Jadeja and Nitish Kumar Reddy are eventually chosen as the fourth and fifth options, then the bowling …

If they don't score: Jadeja's blunt take on top-order batsmen ahead of Boxing Day Test
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2 days, 14 hours ago

If they don't score: Jadeja's blunt take on top-order batsmen ahead of Boxing Day Test

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: Star India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja on Saturday said lack of runs from the top-order builds pressure on the lower-order and called for an improved performance from the batting unit in the Boxing Day Test here.Jadeja played a crucial role in the rain-hit third Test against Australia at Brisbane, scoring a gritty 77 in the first innings to help India …

'5 Minutes Before Press Conference': Ashwin's Retirement Bombshell To 'Partner In Crime'
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2 days, 17 hours ago

'5 Minutes Before Press Conference': Ashwin's Retirement Bombshell To 'Partner In Crime'

ABP News  

Ravichandran Ashwin stunned the cricketing world by announcing his retirement from international cricket during the ongoing IND vs AUS Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Ahead of IND vs AUS 4th Test in Melbourne, Jadeja addressed the press conference and shared his thoughts on Ashwin's unexpected announcement. Washington Sundar's recent performances hint that he may be seen as a potential long-term successor to Ravichandran …

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Got to know about R Ashwin’s retirement when he went for the press conference, says Jadeja
2 days, 17 hours ago

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Got to know about R Ashwin’s retirement when he went for the press conference, says Jadeja

The Hindu  

After a long stint at the nets followed by a workout in the gym, Ravindra Jadeja gulped a beverage and had a tiny bite of a savoury to fortify himself. Well that’s Ashwin, only he knows what’s in his head,” Jadeja said with a bemused smile. Asked for a self-appraisal following his performance in the third Test at Brisbane, that …

I got to know R Ashwin was retiring 5 minutes before he announced it: Ravindra Jadeja
3 days ago

I got to know R Ashwin was retiring 5 minutes before he announced it: Ravindra Jadeja

India Today  

All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja said he was as surprised as the rest of the cricketing world when he learnt about R Ashwin's retirement on Day 5 of the third Test between India and Australia. Jadeja revealed that Ashwin and he had been sitting together throughout the final day's play, but his former spin partner did not give the slightest hint about …

Ravindra Jadeja explains how missing the first two BGT Tests helped him in Gabba
3 days ago

Ravindra Jadeja explains how missing the first two BGT Tests helped him in Gabba

India Today  

India’s spin-bowling all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja credited his improved performance in the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy to the time he spent out of the squad during the first two matches. AUS vs IND 3rd Test Day 5: Highlights | Scorecard "The first two Tests I didn’t play, but it gave me an opportunity to practice and get used to …

Will miss 'mentor' R Ashwin, but we need to move on: Ravindra Jadeja
3 days ago

Will miss 'mentor' R Ashwin, but we need to move on: Ravindra Jadeja

India Today  

Ravindra Jadeja said that he would definitely miss Ravichandran Ashwin, who was an on-field mentor for him, but acknowledged the need to move forward following the legendary spinner's retirement from international cricket. Playing 58 Test matches together, Ashwin and Jadeja claimed a staggering 587 wickets, surpassing the legendary spin duo of Anil Kumble and Harbhajan Singh, who took 501 wickets …

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: After up-and-down campaign, Rohit’s men brace for life after Ashwin with series on the line
4 days, 10 hours ago

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: After up-and-down campaign, Rohit’s men brace for life after Ashwin with series on the line

The Hindu  

Over a month in Australia, India has seen it all. The Border-Gavaskar Trophy series is level at 1-1 and with two Tests remaining, Rohit Sharma’s men will get extra opportunities to revive their campaign. With Ashwin’s exit, he becomes the number one spinner in terms of legacy within the squad, even if that doesn’t necessarily guarantee a spot in the …

Ashwin retirement: Four spinners who could break into the India Test team
4 days, 16 hours ago

Ashwin retirement: Four spinners who could break into the India Test team

The Hindu  

India’s premier off-spinner, R. Ashwin, announced his retirement after day five of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy third Test in Brisbane. Washington Sundar of India celebrates taking the wicket of Nathan Lyon of Australia for a duck during day four of the First Test match in the series between Australia and India at Perth Stadium. FILE PHOTO: India’s Kuldeep Yadav appeals for …

From Chennai to Melbourne: R Ashwin’s top spells for India
4 days, 16 hours ago

From Chennai to Melbourne: R Ashwin’s top spells for India

The Hindu  

As Ravichandran Ashwin called time on his international career on Wednesday, it is fitting to look back at some of his best performances in an India jersey: finishing with 537 Test wickets, 156 ODI wickets, and 72 T20I wickets, along with five Test centuries. | Photo Credit: K. Murali Kumar 6-41 vs Australia, Bengaluru, 2017 One of Ashwin’s finest performances …

Anna for a reason: Ravindra Jadeja pays tribute to R Ashwin after spin twin retires
5 days ago

Anna for a reason: Ravindra Jadeja pays tribute to R Ashwin after spin twin retires

India Today  

Ravindra Jadeja penned a heartfelt tribute to his spin twin Ravichandran Ashwin after the off-spinner retired from international cricket on Wednesday, December 18. Screengrab from Ravindra Jadeja Instagram Ashwin and Jadeja forged one of the most successful spin-bowling partnerships in Test cricket. Ashwin and Jadeja helped India dominate home Tests as the Asian giants went on to build a fortress. …

DC Edit | Ashwin retires with a spin
5 days, 6 hours ago

DC Edit | Ashwin retires with a spin

Deccan Chronicle  

Many eyebrows in Indian cricket circles were raised with the news coming in from Australia on Wednesday when Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from the game midway through the five-Test series. This one surely turned the other way.With 537 wickets from 106 Tests, Ashwin is India’s second-highest wicket-taker in the format, behind leg-spinner Anil Kumble. The Tamil Nadu player was …

Ashwin announces retirement from international cricket
5 days, 18 hours ago

Ashwin announces retirement from international cricket

The Hindu  

Indian off-spinner R Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday, following the conclusion of the third Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test against Australia in Brisbane. A member of India’s victorious squad in the 2011 World Cup, Ashwin had limited opportunities during the tournament, playing second fiddle to Harbhajan Singh. However, he made his mark in the 2015 World Cup, taking …

Ravichandran Ashwin, India's modern-day spin wizard, announces retirement from international cricket
6 days ago

Ravichandran Ashwin, India's modern-day spin wizard, announces retirement from international cricket

India TV News  

Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from international cricket. India's off-spinner played only a solitary Test in the ongoing Australia tour and finished with 537 wickets to his name. He played 107 Test matches for India picking a plethora of wickets at an average of 24 picking up a massive 37 five-wicket hauls and eight 10-wicket match hauls. The last …

R Ashwin, your decision brings a lump in my throat: Pujara pens tribute
6 days ago

R Ashwin, your decision brings a lump in my throat: Pujara pens tribute

India Today  

India batter Cheteshwar Pujara penned a heartfelt note for Ravichandran Ashwin after the spinner's decision to retire at the end of the 3rd Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25. Pujara and Ashwin will remain as two of the greatest Test players ever produced given their exploits on the field. Over the years, we have shared countless memories on and off …

R Ashwin retires: What pushed India's best red-ball spinner to call it quits
6 days ago

R Ashwin retires: What pushed India's best red-ball spinner to call it quits

India Today  

Could we say this retirement was expected, or is it a surprise? But truth be told, at this moment, in a country of 1.4 billion people, Ashwin remains unquestionably the best red-ball spinner -- head and shoulders above the rest. The reality is that even if Ashwin were a youngster competing against the other spinners in the country-some of whom …

You will be missed brother: Gambhir congratulates 'legend' R Ashwin on retirement
6 days ago

You will be missed brother: Gambhir congratulates 'legend' R Ashwin on retirement

India Today  

Gautam Gambhir, Ravi Shastri, and others from the cricket fraternity congratulated R Ashwin after the Indian off-spinner retired from international cricket. âä️ @ashwinravi99 pic.twitter.com/fuATAjE8aw — Gautam Gambhir December 18, 2024 Shastri, who served as the head coach from 2017 to 2021, called Ashwin an invaluable asset. @ashwinravi99 @BCCI @ICC #Ashwin #AUSvsIND pic.twitter.com/ZLelKjmEdu — Ravi Shastri December 18, 2024 Ajinkya Rahane, …

Ashwin retires: What forced spinner to make shock call midway through Australia tour
6 days ago

Ashwin retires: What forced spinner to make shock call midway through Australia tour

India Today  

R Ashwin made the bold call to retire from international cricket mid-way through the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia on Wednesday, December 18. Having played 106 Tests and picked up 537 wickets and scoring 3503 runs with 6 centuries and 14 fifties, Ashwin was one of the best Test cricketers of his generation. In stats: R Ashwin's glorious Test numbers | …

AUS vs IND, 3rd Test: Rahul, Jadeja fifties help India avoid follow-on against Australia
6 days, 15 hours ago

AUS vs IND, 3rd Test: Rahul, Jadeja fifties help India avoid follow-on against Australia

The Hindu  

Indian cricket’s seemingly eternal fan Sudhir Gautam blew his conch and waved the national flag. Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja lent spine, it was the turn of Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep to help India avoid the follow-on during a grim Tuesday of rains and runs. Singles were stolen, gaps were milked, the odd four was hit and as Pat Cummins …

Rahul, Jadeja, and brave tailenders help India avoid follow-on
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6 days, 15 hours ago

Rahul, Jadeja, and brave tailenders help India avoid follow-on

Deccan Chronicle  

Brisbane: KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja were determination personified as their fighting fifties helped India avoid the follow-on on the fourth day of the weather-hit third Test against a menacing Australia that seems meandering towards a draw. Jadeja and Rahul were the heavy-lifters in India's 252 for nine when bad light forced a early close to the day. But while …

BGT 2024-25: KL, Jadeja fifties, defiant tail-enders prevent follow-on for India, trail Australia by 193 runs (Day 3, Stumps)
6 days, 16 hours ago

BGT 2024-25: KL, Jadeja fifties, defiant tail-enders prevent follow-on for India, trail Australia by 193 runs (Day 3, Stumps)

Hindustan Times  

Brisbane, : Brilliant half-centuries from KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja and a fine display of defiance and defence from tailenders Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep helped India prevent follow-on against Australia as a rain-affected day three at Brisbane concluded on entertaining note on Tuesday. BGT 2024-25: KL, Jadeja fifties, defiant tail-enders prevent follow-on for India, trail Australia by 193 runs …

Gabba Test: India struggles at 201/7 at tea on Day 4, need 45 runs to avoid follow-on
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6 days, 17 hours ago

Gabba Test: India struggles at 201/7 at tea on Day 4, need 45 runs to avoid follow-on

Deccan Chronicle  

Brisbane: Ravindra Jadeja stonewalled the Australian bowlers with a characteristically doughty fifty, carrying India to 201 for seven at tea on a rain-interrupted fourth day of the third Test here on Tuesday. Jadeja and Nitish Kumar Reddy added 53 runs for the seventh wicket, ensuring that KL Rahul's classy 84 will not go in vain. However, a slice of misfortune …

BGT 3rd Test: Fate of Gabba Test hangs in balance, Jadeja's sword leads India's resistance (Day 4, Tea)
6 days, 17 hours ago

BGT 3rd Test: Fate of Gabba Test hangs in balance, Jadeja's sword leads India's resistance (Day 4, Tea)

Hindustan Times  

Brisbane, : The fate of the Brisbane Test continues to twist and turn as Ravindra Jadeja continues to lead India's resistance to avoid a follow-on against Australia on Day 4 of the third Test against Australia on Tuesday. BGT 3rd Test: Fate of Gabba Test hangs in balance, Jadeja's sword leads India's resistance As both sides walked back to take …

Jadeja''s fifty takes India to 201/7 at tea on Day 4, visitors need 45 runs to avoid follow-on
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6 days, 17 hours ago

Jadeja''s fifty takes India to 201/7 at tea on Day 4, visitors need 45 runs to avoid follow-on

Hindustan Times  

Brisbane, Ravindra Jadeja stonewalled the Australian bowlers with a characteristically doughty fifty, carrying India to 201 for seven at tea on a rain-interrupted fourth day of the third Test here on Tuesday. Jadeja''s fifty takes India to 201/7 at tea on Day 4, visitors need 45 runs to avoid follow-on Jadeja and Nitish Kumar Reddy added 53 runs for the …

Gambhir's harsh Ravindra Jadeja treatment called out as world no. 1 all-rounder's stat better than Sachin, Kohli, Rohit
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6 days, 18 hours ago

Gambhir's harsh Ravindra Jadeja treatment called out as world no. 1 all-rounder's stat better than Sachin, Kohli, Rohit

Hindustan Times  

Ravindra Jadeja and KL Rahul emerged as the key difference between India and a potential defeat at Brisbane as the two batters raised hopes of avoiding a follow-on against Australia at the Gabba. Rahul top-scored with 84, while Jadeja's 25th Test half-century added some grace to India's first innings as the visitors try to force a draw. Jadeja joined forces …

Jadeja is a great performer even with bat: KL Rahul hails gritty 77 at Gabba
1 week ago

Jadeja is a great performer even with bat: KL Rahul hails gritty 77 at Gabba

India Today  

KL Rahul praised Ravindra Jadeja for his gritty knock of 77 runs at The Gabba on Day 4 of the 3rd Test between Australia and India. Team India ended Day 4 at 252/9 and the likes of Rahul, Jadeja, alongside Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah, played a big role in avoiding the follow-on. Jadeja's 77-run knock could prove to be …

3rd Test, Day 4: Rahul, Jadeja and Bumrah-Deep blitz helps India avoid follow-on
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1 week ago

3rd Test, Day 4: Rahul, Jadeja and Bumrah-Deep blitz helps India avoid follow-on

India Today  

KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja's fifties and a blitz from Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah for the final wicket ensured that India avoided the follow-on in the 3rd Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Tuesday, December 17. Rahul's 84 and Jadeja's 77 kept the hosts at bay before 39 runs from Bumrah and Deep completely left them frustrated, leaving the …

India bowling coach defends decision to bowl, backs Jadeja despite tough outing
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1 week, 2 days ago

India bowling coach defends decision to bowl, backs Jadeja despite tough outing

India Today  

India bowling coach Morne Morkel has defended skipper Rohit Sharma's decision to bowl first after winning the toss in the third Test against Australia, despite a challenging outing for the Indian bowlers on day two. AUS vs IND 3rd Test Day 2: Highlights | Scorecard Bumrah's new-ball burst, which dismissed Smith, Mitchell Marsh, and Head in quick succession, offered India …

Brisbane Test: Revolving door for Indian spinners
1 week, 2 days ago

Brisbane Test: Revolving door for Indian spinners

Hindustan Times  

Brisbane: There wasn’t much cricket played on Day 1 of the third Test at the Gabba, but the toss was enough to have many wondering about India’s overseas spin policy, or if they indeed have one. As things stand, Washington Sundar played in the first Test, R Ashwin in the second and now, India have picked Ravindra Jadeja for the …

Ravindra Jadeja always been India's first choice overseas spinner: Sanjay Bangar
1 week, 3 days ago

Ravindra Jadeja always been India's first choice overseas spinner: Sanjay Bangar

India Today  

Former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar has expressed his strong support for Ravindra Jadeja’s inclusion in India’s Playing XI for the third Test against Australia in Brisbane, starting December 14. Bangar hailed Jadeja as India’s best spin option in overseas conditions and emphasised his importance in the current Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Commentating on Day 1 of the Brisbane Test at the Gabba, …

ICC Test Rankings: Bumrah, Jadeja reign at the top
1 week, 5 days ago

ICC Test Rankings: Bumrah, Jadeja reign at the top

Deccan Chronicle  

Team India star pacer Jasprit Bumrah and senior all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja held on to their top positions in the ICC bowlers' and all-rounders' charts respectively in the red-ball format on Wednesday. Despite missing his place in the first two test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy, Jadeja managed to hold his top spot on the Test rankings for all-rounders with 415 …

Ashwin, Jadeja's exclusion was right thing to do but they'll play a huge role ahead: Rohit Sharma
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Ashwin, Jadeja's exclusion was right thing to do but they'll play a huge role ahead: Rohit Sharma

New Indian Express  

"But the decision was made whatever was best for the team at that particular time and whatever the management felt at that particular time is the right thing to do, we did that." Rohit reckoned Ashwin and Jadeja, who have 855 Test wickets between them, would play a huge role in the remainder of the five-match series as India look …

'We Aren't Focusing Just On Jasprit Bumrah Or...': Nathan Lyon's Bold Statement Ahead Of IND-AUS 2nd Test
2 weeks, 5 days ago

'We Aren't Focusing Just On Jasprit Bumrah Or...': Nathan Lyon's Bold Statement Ahead Of IND-AUS 2nd Test

ABP News  

India is a team of superstars, and Australia is not focused on countering just 'extraordinary' players like Jasprit Bumrah and Virat Kohli, but the entire group as everyone is incredibly talented, spinner Nathan Lyon said on Wednesday. In the buildup to the Border Gavasakar Trophy and post India's emphatic 295-run with the series-opener in Perth, the chatter has revolved around …

What's in store for Ashwin and Jadeja during remainder of series?
3 weeks ago

What's in store for Ashwin and Jadeja during remainder of series?

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, He is a bonafide legend with 536 Test wickets but imminent future isn't looking bright for Ravichandran Ashwin, who might not get to roll his arm in the current Border-Gavaskar Trophy unless any of the remaining four tracks warrants two spinners. If the tracks on offer continue to assist seam and bounce like in Perth, the 38-year-old may …

WATCH | ‘Sundar is being prepared to replace outgoing Ashwin’, feels Harbhajan
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

WATCH | ‘Sundar is being prepared to replace outgoing Ashwin’, feels Harbhajan

The Hindu  

Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh believes that Washington Sundar’s inclusion ahead of veteran R Ashwin indicates that team India is looking to move ahead and prepare the youngster for replacing the senior pro. “Ravichandran Ashwin has been a great servant of Indian cricket but now he is 38 and that’s why they have kept Washington Sundar in the side to …

India will never get someone as good as Ravindra Jadeja or R Ashwin: Pujara
3 weeks, 2 days ago

India will never get someone as good as Ravindra Jadeja or R Ashwin: Pujara

India Today  

India do not have replacements for Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja, said Cheteshwar Pujara leading to the Adelaide Test match against Australia. Ashwin and Jadeja did not play the opening Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Optus Stadium in Perth in a pitch that was conducive to fast bowling. Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25: Full Coverage Pujara however believes that …

Harbhajan Singh highlights R Ashwin's age factor after Sundar's selection in Perth
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Harbhajan Singh highlights R Ashwin's age factor after Sundar's selection in Perth

India Today  

Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh feels India are planning for the future with their selection of Washington Sundar over premier spinner Ravichandran Ashwin. Notably, India rested their senior spinners Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja and picked Sundar over him in the first Test of the ongoing series against Australia. Ravichandran Ashwin has done a phenomenal job playing for India in taking …

Ashwin, Jadeja believe in team-first policy, ready to sacrifice spots to youngsters for India’s sake: Abhishek Nayar
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Ashwin, Jadeja believe in team-first policy, ready to sacrifice spots to youngsters for India’s sake: Abhishek Nayar

Firstpost  

India had benched both Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja for the first Test against Australia in Perth, picking Washington Sundar over the two senior spinners along with three pacers and a seam-bowling all-rounder. Reuters India’s decision to bench both Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja in favour of Washington Sundar for the first Test against Australia in Perth had raised several …

Did Perth Test snub hurt R Ashwin and Ravi Jadeja's egos? Abhishek Nayar explains
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Did Perth Test snub hurt R Ashwin and Ravi Jadeja's egos? Abhishek Nayar explains

India Today  

Seniors Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja did not feel bad about being snubbed from the opening Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, said assistant coach Abhishek Nayar. India's experienced spin duo of Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja were benched in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia in Perth. The last time both Jadeja and Ashwin were absent …

Explained: Why India handed debuts to Reddy and Rana for 1st Test against Australia, picked Sundar over Ashwin, Jadeja
1 month ago

Explained: Why India handed debuts to Reddy and Rana for 1st Test against Australia, picked Sundar over Ashwin, Jadeja

Firstpost  

Seam-bowling all-rounder Nitish Reddy and pacer Harshit Rana were handed their maiden caps for the opening match of the five-Test series between India and Australia in Perth, with spin-bowling all-rounder Washington Sundar picked as the lone spin option. Seam-bowling all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy and pacer Harshit Rana were handed their maiden caps ahead of toss, in which stand-in skipper Jasprit …

First since 2021 Gabba, India play Test without Ravindra Jadeja and R Ashwin
1 month ago

First since 2021 Gabba, India play Test without Ravindra Jadeja and R Ashwin

India Today  

India's experienced spin duo of Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja were benched in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia in Perth. The last time both Jadeja and Ashwin were absent from India's Test lineup was the iconic Gabba Test in January 2021. Sundar claimed four wickets and scored a vital half-century, forming a crucial partnership with Shardul …

Why Ashwin and Jadeja are not in India's XI for 1st Test against Australia: ‘Not afraid to leave big names out’
1 month ago

Why Ashwin and Jadeja are not in India's XI for 1st Test against Australia: ‘Not afraid to leave big names out’

Hindustan Times  

One has 536 Test wickets and is only behind the legendary Anil Kumble in India's all-time wicket-takers list. But both Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja were not considered in India's XI for the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja were not picked for the India vs Australia first Test Interestingly, the last time an Indian …

Gautam Gambhir's last-minute ripper, Perth session hints at playing XI change after India star shrugs off injury concern
1 month ago

Gautam Gambhir's last-minute ripper, Perth session hints at playing XI change after India star shrugs off injury concern

Hindustan Times  

Reports in the build-up to the opening Test match of the Border-Gavaskar series in Perth have suggested that India are likely to pick just one spin all-rounder in Ravichandran Ashwin in the playing XI and have four fast-bowling options, with all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy to earn his debut cap. However, going by their final net session in Perth, head coach …

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Why 'world-class' R Ashwin could be India's trump card vs AUS
1 month ago

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Why 'world-class' R Ashwin could be India's trump card vs AUS

India Today  

The New Zealand series was not one Ravichandran Ashwin would want on his highlight reel. With India gearing up for their biggest series of the year—an away contest against Australia—Ashwin’s performance could dictate not just the series outcome but also India’s path to the World Test Championship Final. He might not enjoy the mass appeal of Kohli or Dhoni, but …

Captain Bumrah to spring in a huge surprise, pick Ashwin ahead of Jadeja, hand debut to Nitish Reddy in Perth: Report
1 month ago

Captain Bumrah to spring in a huge surprise, pick Ashwin ahead of Jadeja, hand debut to Nitish Reddy in Perth: Report

Hindustan Times  

The Indian team management, led by head coach Gautam Gambhir and stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah, could pull off a surprise in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia in Perth. Contrary to popular belief, India might play Ravichandran Ashwin as the lone spinner ahead of Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar, reported The Indian Express on Wednesday morning. India's …

Brad Hogg picks his favourites to win Test series, wants Ashwin-Jadeja to play
1 month ago

Brad Hogg picks his favourites to win Test series, wants Ashwin-Jadeja to play

India Today  

Former Australian spinner Brad Hogg picked his favourites for the upcoming Border Gavaskar Trophy series. Australia's last Test series win vs India came a decade ago when they won the Border Gavaskar Trophy in 2014-15. Jadeja is very good in the first innings, I think with the ball skidding on over here with the greener wickets, but as the wicket …

Jadeja's Stellar Spell: India Clinches Controversial Win Against New Zealand
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jadeja's Stellar Spell: India Clinches Controversial Win Against New Zealand

Hindustan Times  

Ravindra Jadeja becomes the second Indian bowler to achieve a rare feat after R Ashwin by claiming five wickets in a Test match against New Zealand. Jadeja's exceptional spin bowling saw him take 10 wickets, with five dismissals in each innings, helping India secure a fighting chance to salvage pride in the third and final Test.

India's Spinners Bamboozle Kiwis, Clinish New Zealand in Mumbai
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India's Spinners Bamboozle Kiwis, Clinish New Zealand in Mumbai

Firstpost  

India secured a slender first innings lead of 28 runs on Day 2 of the third Test against New Zealand in Mumbai. Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin bowled a combined 8/52 to restrict the Kiwis to 171/9 at stumps. Jadeja ended with impressive figures of 4/52, while Ashwin took 3/63, including crucial wickets of Will Young and Rachin Ravindra. The …

Spinners Set Stage for a Thrilling Finish in Mumbai Test
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Spinners Set Stage for a Thrilling Finish in Mumbai Test

Hindustan Times  

The Mumbai Test is poised for an intriguing finish as India seeks to salvage pride after a challenging day two. Ravindra Jadeja and R Ashwin shine with four wickets each, keeping the Kiwis at bay. Despite a strong batting display from New Zealand, India maintains a slender lead of 143 runs. Ashwin's brilliance with the ball and Jadeja's consistent bowling …

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