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Will Mitchell Starc play or miss Sydney Test? Australia wicket-keeper answers

NEW DELHI: Pace spearhead Mitchell Starc is expected to "push through" the discomfort of a rib injury to play in the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar series, which starts in Sydney on Friday, according to Australian wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey.

The Times of India

In Virat Kohli's latest run-in a mirror of today's India

Earlier this week, when news emerged that Virat Kohli and his family would shift to the United Kingdom, apart from the usual trolling endemic to social media in India, there was also a strange surge of support for the decision on social media.

The Times of India

Ravichandran Ashwin reveals how not going to the gym helped him in his career

NEW DELHI: Star Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket last Wednesday at a hastily-called media conference following the drawn Test between Australia and India at the Gabba in Brisbane for the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

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Dropped from Australia's Test squad, Nathan McSweeney lights up BBL with fiery 78. Watch

NEW DELHI: Days after being dropped from Australia's Test squad for the remainder of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Nathan McSweeney roared back to form, firing a sizzling 78 in Brisbane Heat's thrilling last-ball win over Adelaide Strikers in the Big Bash League on Sunday.

The Times of India

Konstas feels he's on the up as selectors mull squad

Sam Konstas believes he has already improved as a batter through this summer, as calls grow for the 19-year-old to make a Test debut against India.

AAP

‘Emotional’ Virat Kohli lauds India legend Ravichandran Ashwin after shock retirement

The all-rounder has called time on his glittering career after taking 537 wickets from 106 Tests, leaving him seventh in the all-time rankings

The Independent UK

New Zealand thrash England by 423 runs: third men’s cricket Test, day four – as it happened

Jacob Bethell’s 76 and a frightening spell for Will O’Rourke enriched an otherwise predictable final day

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Australia plan 'bouncy' pre-Christmas party for India at the Gabba, pitch curator confirms

Australia's Test record at the Gabba pre- and post-Christmas offers a stunning contrast, which is why the home side's captains in the past have pushed for a match in Brisbane early in the summer rather than in the New Year.

The Times of India

Warner leans towards Konstas as Thunder opening partner

After both pushed ultimately unsuccessful cases for Test selection, Cameron Bancroft and Sam Konstas are set to jostle to partner David Warner in the BBL.

AAP

Tim Southee’s awkward final chapter comes full circle with England Test

The New Zealand bowler says goodbye to Test cricket with a long list of accolades but there are doubt about his starting place on his home patch in Hamilton

The Guardian - UK

Brydon Carse relishing prospect of ‘dream’ Ashes trip after England breakthrough

The Durham seamer has taken 25 wickets in his first four Test matches.

The Independent UK

South Africa build 221-run lead in crucial second Test against Sri Lanka

NEW DELHI: Dane Paterson delivered his finest bowling performance with figures of 5-71, whilst Temba Bavuma remained not out on 48 as South Africa reached 191 for three in their second innings on Saturday at St George's Park in Gqeberha, establishing a 221-run advantage.

The Times of India

Breakthrough Springboks star Aphelele Fassi: ‘My return was a surprise but I’m just trying to be myself’

Exclusive interview: After a brief taste of Test rugby in 2021, full-back Fassi has fought his way back into the Springboks side to become a driving force in South Africa’s evolution

The Independent UK

Boland's long-awaited Test recall could be short-lived

Scott Boland's return to the Australian Test team could be short-lived, with fellow paceman Josh Hazlewood expected to be fit for the third Test against India.

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Basit Ali questions former Pakistan skipper's return to Test side

NEW DELHI: Former cricketer Basit Ali has expressed concerns about Pakistan's squad selection for the South Africa tour, particularly regarding Babar Azam's inclusion and Shaheen Shah Afridi's omission from the Test squad.

Al Jazeera

Pakistan rest Afridi for South Africa Tests with eye on Champions Trophy

Shaheen Afridi’s exclusion from Test squad termed a ‘strategic decision’ ahead of Pakistan’s home ICC event in 2025.

The Times of India

Hitman 3.0: Rohit Sharma gears up for Adelaide Test

India skipper Rohit bats at No. 4 in pink-ball warm-up, possibly heeding call of the hour for Adelaide Test

The Guardian - UK

‘Heart of a lion’: England’s Brydon Carse hailed by Stokes after 10-wicket haul

Durham fast bowler was named player of the match after taking 10-106 in England’s first Test against New Zealand

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People who choose Test cricket over T20s should be financially wealthy & have enough opportunities to compete: Dinesh Karthik

MUMBAI: Batting for many cricketers around the world who only play Test cricket and thus miss out on the lucrative bandwagon of T20 leagues, former India wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik has emphasized the need for cricket boards and governing bodies to support players across formats through financial incentives.

The Times of India

Ben Stokes confirms fitness for second New Zealand Test despite injury scare

England's captain, Ben Stokes, has reassured fans about his fitness for the upcoming second Test against New Zealand in Wellington, scheduled to begin on Friday. This follows a minor back issue he experienced during England's eight-wicket win in the first Test at Christchurch's Hagley Oval.

The Guardian - UK

Jacob Bethell and Brydon Carse power England past New Zealand in first Test

Debutant Jacob Bethell hit 50 off 37 balls – the second-fastest Test debut fifty – to clinch England’s eight-wicket victory over New Zealand in the first Test

The Independent UK

Something strange is happening in Test Cricket - for once, it’s a good thing

ANALYSIS: In 2024, touring teams are winning Test matches more often that ever. After India’s win over Australia in Perth continued the trend, Harry Latham-Coyle explores if this is an aberration or a sign of a sea change for the sport

The Independent UK

We do know what we’re doing – Ben Stokes defends Jacob Bethell Test selection

Bethell will bat at number three when he makes his Test debut against New Zealand this week.

The Guardian - UK

Jacob Bethell, ‘cool cat’ and England rookie, thrust into Test spotlight

Jacob Bethell has impressed everyone from a young age but can he carry off batting No 3 on his England debut against New Zealand?

AAP

Timing of IPL auction 'not ideal' for Aussies

The IPL auction could prove to be a potential distraction for Australian and Indian players as they battle it out on the Test arena in Perth.

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