IND vs AUS: Rohit Sharma’s 'Personally Need To Look' Post-Defeat Comment Leaves More Questions Unanswered
1 week, 2 days ago

IND vs AUS: Rohit Sharma’s 'Personally Need To Look' Post-Defeat Comment Leaves More Questions Unanswered

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Melbourne: India skipper Rohit Sharma looked shattered as he confessed to being "disturbed" after the heavy loss to Australia in the fourth Test here, saying there are "things" that he needs to address at a personal level apart from the team's collective problems amid intense focus on his form. "Yes, there's not enough time," he agreed, adding, "But we just want to not give it up and make sure that when we turn up at Sydney we try and do everything possible to try and move that momentum towards us again. ".Sydney again, we have an opportunity to come out there and do what we can as a team and make sure we try and play that game well," the skipper seemed to be hoping. "But again, like, if somebody is in such a great form, you want to try and maximize that form how much ever you can and that is what we've been trying to do with Bumrah."

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AUS vs IND: Rohit Sharma 'opting out' of SCG Test surprises Ricky Ponting
5 days, 15 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 …

'I saw Rohit Sharma get emotional; he is tired': India captain's 'unusual' body language suggests retirement is near
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1 week, 2 days ago

'I saw Rohit Sharma get emotional; he is tired': India captain's 'unusual' body language suggests retirement is near

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma may not have announced his retirement from Test cricket yet but going by his body language noticed by former Australia coach Justin Langer it may be only a matter of time before the Indian captain bids farewell to the longest format of the game. The end is near for Rohit Sharma in Tests In July, under Rohit, India …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Rohit ponders on ‘disturbing’ form, hopes India can turn tide in Sydney
1 week, 2 days ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Rohit ponders on ‘disturbing’ form, hopes India can turn tide in Sydney

The Hindu  

Rohit Sharma sat down and grimaced a little. Reflecting on the fourth Test’s defeat against Australia, Rohit said, “Obviously, we had the opportunity to bring the game to us or to draw it. Make sure that when we turn up at Sydney we try and move that momentum towards us.” Asked about Rishabh Pant’s manner of dismissals, Rohit explained: “Pant …

Rohit Sharma admits to dip in form, captaincy amid calls for Test retirement
1 week, 2 days ago

Rohit Sharma admits to dip in form, captaincy amid calls for Test retirement

India Today  

Captain Rohit Sharma acknowledged that both his batting form and captaincy have fallen short of expectations but chose to remain non-committal about his future in the Test team. Rohit faced tough questions during the press conference after India’s defeat in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne, where they failed to salvage a draw on the final day. AUS vs IND, …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Ashwin gave me lot of insight about conditions in Australia, says Washington Sundar
1 week, 5 days ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Ashwin gave me lot of insight about conditions in Australia, says Washington Sundar

The Hindu  

A weekend of resistance awaits Washington Sundar. The all-rounder along with the lower-order have the onerous task of whittling down India’s current deficit of 310 runs against Australia in the fourth Test in progress here at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. There are still three days, a lot of overs to play, so it will just be about us trying to …

AUS vs IND: Rohit Sharma will return to opening in MCG Test, confirms Abhishek Nayar
1 week, 6 days ago

AUS vs IND: Rohit Sharma will return to opening in MCG Test, confirms Abhishek Nayar

India Today  

Assistant coach Abhishek Nayar has confirmed that Rohit Sharma will open the innings for India in the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Nayar confirmed the same in the press conference after the first day’s play of the Boxing Day Test. Australia vs India, 4th Test, Day 1 Updates After missing the Perth …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test preview: Australia has momentum on its side as India eyes comeback in Boxing Day clash
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AUS vs IND, 4th Test preview: Australia has momentum on its side as India eyes comeback in Boxing Day clash

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. However, once Thursday dawns, sport’s metaphor of a battle without guns will be …

India vs Australia fourth Test in Melbourne: Indian captain Rohit Sharma press conference ahead of the fourth Test on December 24, 2024
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

India vs Australia fourth Test in Melbourne: Indian captain Rohit Sharma press conference ahead of the fourth Test on December 24, 2024

The Hindu  

In a tiny press-conference hall located in the basement of the massive Melbourne Cricket Ground, Rohit Sharma kept nodding his head. It’s not a thing which I should be discussing at every press-conference.” Stepping into the fourth Test with the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series level at 1-1, the visiting captain said: “We played some really good cricket and we have been …

IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test: Rohit Sharma Fires Back With A No-Nonsense Response To Question On India’s Batting Order
2 weeks, 1 day ago

IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test: Rohit Sharma Fires Back With A No-Nonsense Response To Question On India’s Batting Order

ABP News  

Melbourne: Ahead of the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne, India captain Rohit Sharma has backed star batter Virat Kohli to come back strong in the remainder of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia. He was also struggling in the three-Test home series against New Zealand, which India lost 3-0 to dent their World Test Championship final hopes. With the ongoing …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Tanush Kotian a backup if there’s need of two spinners at MCG or SCG, says Rohit Sharma
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Tanush Kotian a backup if there’s need of two spinners at MCG or SCG, says Rohit Sharma

The Hindu  

In a tiny press conference hall located in the basement of the massive Melbourne Cricket Ground, Rohit Sharma kept nodding his head. It’s not a thing which I should be discussing at every press-conference.” Stepping into the fourth Test with the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series level at 1-1, the visiting captain said: “We played some really good cricket and we have …

Ind vs Australia Melbourne Test: High hopes on Indian batters for Boxing Day contest
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Ind vs Australia Melbourne Test: High hopes on Indian batters for Boxing Day contest

The Hindu  

A city that can throw up four seasons in a single day, decided to stick to the straight and the narrow on Tuesday. Melbourne’s whimsical skies turned a bright shade of blue, the sunlight was of the blinding type, hardly a leaf stirred and as the dry heat rose, a whiff of eucalyptus scent wafted in from the trees of …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Rohit focusses on fine-tuning defence ahead of Boxing Day clash
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Rohit focusses on fine-tuning defence ahead of Boxing Day clash

The Hindu  

A city that can throw up four seasons in a single day decided to stick to the straight and the narrow on Tuesday. Melbourne’s whimsical skies turned a bright shade of blue, the sunlight was of the blinding type, hardly a leaf stirred, and as the dry heat rose, a whiff of eucalyptus scent wafted in from the trees of …

India vs Australia 4th Test: Jasprit Bumrah could take a wicket with every ball, says Sean Abbott
2 weeks, 2 days ago

India vs Australia 4th Test: Jasprit Bumrah could take a wicket with every ball, says Sean Abbott

The Hindu  

It takes a man, who has gone through an emotional wringer, to strike the pose of a philosopher. Asked about the absence of Tests in his resume, Abbott calmly replied: “If I am not getting any games it’s a good thing for the team because it means we are at full strength. Besides lauding the trio of Pat Cummins, Mitchell …

IND vs AUS: Injury scare for Rohit Sharma after blow to knee in Melbourne nets
2 weeks, 3 days ago

IND vs AUS: Injury scare for Rohit Sharma after blow to knee in Melbourne nets

India Today  

Ahead of the Boxing Day Test match, India captain Rohit Sharma copped a big blow on his left knee during practice on Sunday, December 22. India are level 1-1 with Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and will push for a win in the final two Test matches of the series, in the hope of a three-peat vs Australia. The hope …

AUS vs IND, 3rd Test: Rohit Sharma says India came out with intent to bowl out Australia in second innings
3 weeks ago

AUS vs IND, 3rd Test: Rohit Sharma says India came out with intent to bowl out Australia in second innings

The Hindu  

Caught up with the aftermath of R. Ashwin’s retirement, it took a while for Indian skipper Rohit Sharma to reflect on the third Test here at the Gabba on Wednesday. When we came to bowl in the second innings, we came with the intensity of seeing them all out for 60, 70 runs.” The Mumbaikar did not flinch while holding …

I havn't batted well but feeling good about my game: Rohit Sharma
3 weeks ago

I havn't batted well but feeling good about my game: Rohit Sharma

Hindustan Times  

Brisbane, Rohit Sharma is the first to admit that his recent batting form has been below par but he continues to "feel good" about his game, providing him hope for the remaining two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. It's just about spending as much time as possible, which I'm pretty sure I'm just there," Rohit said in the post match …

Brisbane Test: India’s last-gasp fight keeps Aussies at bay
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Brisbane Test: India’s last-gasp fight keeps Aussies at bay

Hindustan Times  

Brisbane: “So,” rang a voice in the press box, “will Akash Deep’s next shot be a four or a six?” India's KL Rahul plays a shot during Brisbane Test on Tuesday. India got the four runs — they came off Akash Deep’s bat too. With the last big star of the Indian batting line-up back in the dressing room, many …

AUS vs IND: Fans bash Rohit Sharma for opting to bowl first in Brisbane
3 weeks, 4 days ago

AUS vs IND: Fans bash Rohit Sharma for opting to bowl first in Brisbane

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma was subjected to massive trolling on social media following his decision to bowl first after winning the toss in the third Test against Australia at the Gabba, Brisbane. AUS vs IND 3rd Test Day 1 Live Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah took some time to find the right line and length for the surface while Mohammad Siraj …

IND vs AUS: 3 bold decisions Team India must make against Australia in Brisbane Test
4 weeks ago

IND vs AUS: 3 bold decisions Team India must make against Australia in Brisbane Test

Firstpost  

Indian cricket team could make a few bold decisions in Brisbane following their 10-wicket loss to Australia in the second Test in Adelaide recently. Regular skipper Rohit Sharma returned for the second Test in Adelaide, which was a pink ball affair, but questionable tactics led to batting collapses in both innings as India suffered a 10-wicket loss. A defeat in …

IND vs AUS: Under-pressure Rohit Sharma must tick 2 boxes in Brisbane, say pundits
4 weeks ago

IND vs AUS: Under-pressure Rohit Sharma must tick 2 boxes in Brisbane, say pundits

India Today  

Rohit Sharma needs to rediscover his form with the bat to gain greater confidence in his captaincy during the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Brisbane, according to Cheteshwar Pujara and Harbhajan Singh. REGAIN FORM ASAP, PUJARA TELLS ROHIT Speaking to the broadcasters ahead of the third Test, India's Test specialist Cheteshwar Pujara emphasised the importance of Rohit spending …

AUS vs IND: Indian batters focus on red-ball preparations ahead of Brisbane Test
4 weeks, 1 day ago

AUS vs IND: Indian batters focus on red-ball preparations ahead of Brisbane Test

India Today  

Reeling from a crushing 10-wicket loss in the pink-ball Test, Team India, led by skipper Rohit Sharma and star batter Virat Kohli, has turned its focus to red-ball preparations in Adelaide, determined to bounce back in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The Indian squad opted to stay back in Adelaide for an intensive training session, prioritising defensive techniques and judgement against red-ball …

Former Team India Coach Critiques Rohit Sharma's ‘Subdued’ Body Language In India’s 10-Wicket Loss To Australia
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Former Team India Coach Critiques Rohit Sharma's ‘Subdued’ Body Language In India’s 10-Wicket Loss To Australia

ABP News  

Former Team India coach Ravi Shastri critiqued Indian team captain Rohit Sharma’s body language, calling it ‘subdued’ during India’s 10-wicket thrashing by Australia in the second IND vs AUS Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 on December 8 in Adelaide. Rohit Sharma, who missed out the first IND vs AUS Test at Perth, made a return to the Indian side …

Team India short changed by Rohit, Kohli and senior bowlers in Adelaide humbling
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1 month ago

Team India short changed by Rohit, Kohli and senior bowlers in Adelaide humbling

Firstpost  

Skipper Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli failed to fire twice in as many days after Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj’s inability to make the brand new pink ball talk on Day 1 had a major effect on the fate of the second Test in Adelaide, which ended in a decisive Australian victory. Captain Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and the rest …

IND vs AUS: Rohit Sharma Reacts After India's Crushing Defeat In Adelaide
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1 month ago

IND vs AUS: Rohit Sharma Reacts After India's Crushing Defeat In Adelaide

ABP News  

Indian captain Rohit Sharma admitted his team's shortcomings following their crushing 10-wicket defeat in IND vs AUS 2nd Test in Adelaide. Rohit Sharma described India's victory in the first Test in Perth, led by Jasprit Bumrah, as "truly special." We knew it was going to be challenging with the pink ball but again like I said you know Australia was …

'Don't want Mohammed Shami to pull up sore in Australia': Rohit Sharma calls spade a spade on India pacer's availability
1 month ago

'Don't want Mohammed Shami to pull up sore in Australia': Rohit Sharma calls spade a spade on India pacer's availability

Hindustan Times  

Team India faced a crushing 10-wicket defeat at the hands of Australia in the second Test in Adelaide, sparking concerns over the side's performance with the pink ball. Rohit Sharma dropped a major update on Mohammed Shami's availability Following the defeat, Rohit Sharma was asked about Mohammed Shami's potential return in the post-match press conference. While Rohit didn't particularly rule …

Rohit laments India’s inability to capitalise on opportunities in Adelaide as Australia thrash visitors to level Test series
1 month ago

Rohit laments India’s inability to capitalise on opportunities in Adelaide as Australia thrash visitors to level Test series

Firstpost  

Rohit Sharma added that the team will focus on the things that went right for them in the series opener at Perth’s Optus Stadium as they aim to regain the lead in the third Test at the ‘Gabba’ in Brisbane. India skipper Rohit Sharma wears a dejected look during the post-match presentation ceremony following his team's 10-wicket defeat at the …

IND vs AUS 2nd Test, Day 3 Highlights: Rohit Sharma attends press conference after Adelaide loss
1 month ago

IND vs AUS 2nd Test, Day 3 Highlights: Rohit Sharma attends press conference after Adelaide loss

India Today  

"Yeah, he likes to get into the battle. Obviously, there's a fine line-we don't want to cross anything that disrespects the game. In the past, we've seen many cricketers thrive in such battles, and Siraj is definitely one of them," Rohit said in the press-conference. As captain, it's my responsibility to ensure we don't cross that line. A word or …

IND vs AUS 2nd Test: India Win Toss, Choose To Bat First In Adelaide; Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, R Ashwin Back In Playing 11
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1 month ago

IND vs AUS 2nd Test: India Win Toss, Choose To Bat First In Adelaide; Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, R Ashwin Back In Playing 11

ABP News  

IND vs AUS 2nd Test: India won the toss and chose to bat first in the second India vs Australia Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 at the Adelaide Oval on December 6. India's regular Test skipper Rohit Sharma came back into the side after missing the first Test at Perth due to the birth of his second child. …

Returning Sharma opts to stick with India’s opening combination against Australia
1 month ago

Returning Sharma opts to stick with India’s opening combination against Australia

Associated Press  

ADELAIDE, Australia — India’s winning combination is likely to get a bigger overhaul than Australia’s losing lineup from the opening match in Perth when the five-test series moves to Adelaide for the day-night, pink ball match. Returning skipper Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill have to squeeze back into the batting lineup after missing the big win in Perth last week, …

AUS vs IND, 2nd Test: Dress rehearsal at Canberra leaves door open for India to rejig batting order
1 month ago

AUS vs IND, 2nd Test: Dress rehearsal at Canberra leaves door open for India to rejig batting order

The Hindu  

It was a weekend of rain and runs for the Indians at Canberra. A two-day tussle under lights and against the pink ball was In the end, damp skies washed out Saturday’s play while a kind sun and floodlights at night ensured a Sunday contest with its facade of a limited overs skirmish but one that had the depth of …

Australia vs India: Team selection a ‘sweet-headache’, says Abhishek Nayar after Rohit, Gill return
1 month, 1 week ago

Australia vs India: Team selection a ‘sweet-headache’, says Abhishek Nayar after Rohit, Gill return

The Hindu  

A nip in the air was obvious, and while the Indians wound up their training, assistant coach Abhishek Nayar, clad in a pullover and with his hands dug into his pockets, spoke about the ‘sweet headache’ associated with the team. After a prefatory ‘mic check, may the sun shine on all of us’ prelude at the Manuka Oval here on …

No time to waste, Rohit Sharma hit the nets straightaway after reaching Perth
1 month, 2 weeks ago

No time to waste, Rohit Sharma hit the nets straightaway after reaching Perth

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma wasted no time after joining his team in Perth, diving straight into net practice to prepare for the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Rohit Sharma's return comes at a crucial time, with the team set to face a day-night Test in Adelaide starting December 6. AUS vs IND, 1st Test: Day 4 Live Updates | Scorecard India set …

Rohit Sharma's 'selfless' talk trolled after Jaiswal-Rahul masterclass in Perth Test
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma's 'selfless' talk trolled after Jaiswal-Rahul masterclass in Perth Test

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma was subjected to heavy trolling on social media as openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul put on a massive stand on Day 2 of the first Test at Optus Stadium in Perth. As the two batters played the Test match in a traditional manner showing caution with the new ball, fans began drawing comparisons with India …

AUS vs IND: KL Rahul shuts critics with gutsy fifty in Perth Test vs Australia
1 month, 2 weeks ago

AUS vs IND: KL Rahul shuts critics with gutsy fifty in Perth Test vs Australia

India Today  

KL Rahul played a gutsy knock in the Perth Test against Pat Cummins’ Australia, putting India in a position of strength at the Optus Stadium. Australia vs India, 1st Test, Day 2 Updates After faltering in the first innings, Rahul had a huge task in hand, especially on a pitch that was helping fast bowlers to as large extent. In …

IND vs AUS: What are India’s major weaknesses ahead of first Test in BGT? Ex-Australian star explains
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IND vs AUS: What are India’s major weaknesses ahead of first Test in BGT? Ex-Australian star explains

Live Mint  

Former Australian cricketer Brad Hogg reckoned the absence of Mohammed Shami and Rohit Sharma in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy will add a huge pressure on the Indian team ahead of the series opener in Perth on Friday. “They still have got plenty of talent in the bowling department but with that experience, especially on Australian conditions, I think that's going …

IND vs AUS: What are India’s major weaknesses ahead of first Test in BGT? Ex-Australian star explains
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IND vs AUS: What are India’s major weaknesses ahead of first Test in BGT? Ex-Australian star explains

Live Mint  

Former Australian cricketer Brad Hogg reckoned the absence of Mohammed Shami and Rohit Sharma in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy will add a huge pressure on the Indian team ahead of the series opener in Perth on Friday. “They still have got plenty of talent in the bowling department but with that experience, especially on Australian conditions, I think that's going …

Sunil Gavaskar tells Rohit Sharma to avoid 'trouble' in point-blank shot-selection advice against Starc, Cummins and co.
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sunil Gavaskar tells Rohit Sharma to avoid 'trouble' in point-blank shot-selection advice against Starc, Cummins and co.

Hindustan Times  

Sunil Gavaskar has suggested that Rohit Sharma should adopt a more restrained approach at the beginning of his innings when India face Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, advising him to temper his inclination for big hits. Gavaskar shared crucial advice for Rohit ahead of the Australia series India must win to secure a spot in the World Test Championship final, …

Sunil Gavaskar's advice to struggling Rohit Sharma ahead of Australia Test series
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sunil Gavaskar's advice to struggling Rohit Sharma ahead of Australia Test series

India Today  

India cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar recently suggested that Rohit Sharma should temper his natural inclination for big hits in the early overs when facing Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. In a conversation with Star Sports, Gavaskar emphasised that while Rohit’s strength in attacking shots could help him accumulate runs, only if he avoids risky plays early on, especially in challenging …

"Australia will go very hard at Rohit Sharma": Former cricketer ahead of BGT series
1 month, 3 weeks ago

"Australia will go very hard at Rohit Sharma": Former cricketer ahead of BGT series

Hindustan Times  

Canberra, : Ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 between India and Australia, former leg-spinner Kerry O'Keeffe believes that the Baggy Greens will go really hard on opposition skipper Rohit Sharma in the upcoming all-important Test series. "Australia will go very hard at Rohit Sharma": Former cricketer ahead of BGT series Over the years, India has regained an upper hand over …

'You feel frustrated': Rohit Sharma on furious yelling at Shubman Gill after run out in IND vs AFG 1st T20I
11 months, 3 weeks ago

'You feel frustrated': Rohit Sharma on furious yelling at Shubman Gill after run out in IND vs AFG 1st T20I

Hindustan Times  

A lot was expected from Rohit Sharma when the veteran opener walked out to bat for Team India in a T20I for the first time since the heartbreaking World Cup 2022 exit to England. Leading the Virat Kohli-less side in his first T20I after 14 months, Rohit opened the innings with his partner-in-crime Shubman Gill in the series opener against …

IND vs AUS: Arshdeep on bowling final over - ‘Surya and the support staff believed in me’
1 year, 1 month ago

IND vs AUS: Arshdeep on bowling final over - ‘Surya and the support staff believed in me’

The Hindu  

Arshdeep Singh felt that it was simply divine intervention and unhinged faith from his skipper, Suryakumar Yadav, that enabled him to defend 10 runs in the final over of a thrilling fifth T20 International, wherein India pipped Australia by just six runs. IND vs AUS, 5th T20I: Arshdeep Singh holds nerve in tense final over as India wins series 4-1 …

IND vs AFG: Virat Kohli, KL Rahul opt out of net session ahead of India’s World Cup match against Afghanistan
1 year, 2 months ago

IND vs AFG: Virat Kohli, KL Rahul opt out of net session ahead of India’s World Cup match against Afghanistan

The Hindu  

India batting coach Vikram Rathour didn’t offer too many clues into India’s potential playing eleven for its ICC World Cup 2023 match against Afghanistan on Wednesday. However, after he relentlessly sent throwdowns to Suryakumar Yadav during India’s optional two-hour net session on match eve at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, he may have had some ideas. READ | Australia done, Afghanistan …

Every team we’ve faced have doubted our approach: Paul Collingwood
1 year, 6 months ago

Every team we’ve faced have doubted our approach: Paul Collingwood

Hindustan Times  

Over the past year, England’s Test cricketers have been daring and dauntless. England head coach Brendon McCullum and coach Paul Collingwood Australia are also freshly minted world Test champions, brimming with confidence from a 209-run win over India at The Oval last week. “Yeah, I think this will be our biggest test,” England assistant coach Paul Collingwood said in an …

WTC Final: India lacked positive mindset by opting to field, says Shastri
1 year, 7 months ago

WTC Final: India lacked positive mindset by opting to field, says Shastri

The Hindu  

Disappointed by India’s defensive approach, former head coach Ravi Shastri has said Rohit Sharma did not show a “positive mindset” by electing to bowl in the World Test Championship final against Australia here. It’s up to them to allow India back into the game, they batted beautifully, especially in the first session of play and that really set things up,” …

India vs Australia - Rohit Sharma: It’s about being ruthless, not overconfident
1 year, 10 months ago

India vs Australia - Rohit Sharma: It’s about being ruthless, not overconfident

The Hindu  

Ravi Shastri did not mince his words after India suffered a nine-wicket defeat in the third Test against Australia in Indore last week. But on the eve of the series-deciding fourth and final Test, India captain Rohit Sharma differed with the former India head coach and ‘rubbished’ talks of complacency creeping in. “Ravi himself has been in this dressing room, …

India vs Australia: Batting unit in focus as Rohit Sharma and Co seek to secure WTC final spot
1 year, 10 months ago

India vs Australia: Batting unit in focus as Rohit Sharma and Co seek to secure WTC final spot

Firstpost  

The equation remains simple for India— win the series 3-1 and don’t depend on the result of Sri Lanka’s away rubber in New Zealand for a ticket to summit WTC clash in June. The equation remains simple for the hosts — win the series 3-1 and don’t depend on the result of Sri Lanka’s away rubber in New Zealand for …

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Australia can have a look at the way Rohit Sharma has batted so far, says Mike Hussey
1 year, 10 months ago

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Australia can have a look at the way Rohit Sharma has batted so far, says Mike Hussey

India Today  

Former cricketer Mike Hussey has urged the Australian batters to take a close look at the way Rohit Sharma has batted in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy to learn how to tackle spin. Speaking to the Telegraph, as quoted by Hindustan Times, Hussey urged the Australians to take a leaf out of Sharma's book and said the India captain's method is the …

'Look at the way Rohit Sharma has batted...': Mike Hussey wants Australia to emulate India captain in Indore Test
1 year, 10 months ago

'Look at the way Rohit Sharma has batted...': Mike Hussey wants Australia to emulate India captain in Indore Test

Hindustan Times  

Australia batting strategy has been immensely criticised after their twin defeats in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. The overuse of sweep shots led to a catastrophic collapse in the second Test as Australia went down from a position of putting up a challenging target to imploding in just 90 minutes, which subsequently resulted in the tourists conceding the trophy for …

Rohit Sharma: We kept it simple with the ball and reaped our rewards
1 year, 10 months ago

Rohit Sharma: We kept it simple with the ball and reaped our rewards

The Hindu  

Australia fell like a pack of cards on the morning of day three of the second Test to hand India a 2-0 lead in the four-Test series. India captain Rohit Sharma, speaking to journalists after India’s six-wicket win, said he thought his team was “panicking” a bit during the last hour. Obviously, of late, there have been a lot of …

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