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3rd Test, Day 1: Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne keep Australia steady after India crash to 109 all out
Australia still trails India by 38 runs after left-arm spinner Matthew Kuhnemann took his maiden five-fer in Test cricket to bowl out the hosts for 109 all out on a pitch offering sharp turn and low bounce to spinners. Coming out to bat, India had success instantly as Ravindra Jadeja trapped Travis Head lbw in his first over, with the left-handed batter given out on review. Jadeja had Labuschagne clean bowled for duck, but replays showed it as no-ball.
3rd Test, Day 1: These kinds of surfaces are not good for Test cricket, says Hayden on Indore pitch
After India won the toss and elected to bat first on a dry pitch, frenetic play followed, where every ball was literally an event as the ball turned big apart from variable bounce coming into play, as the hosts' lost half of their side at 45 and eventually lost two more by the time lunch arrived. No way spinners should come to bowl in the sixth over. This is the reason I don't like these.
Gujarat Giants' D Hemalatha excited about WPL, says spotlight will help players get noticed
"A lot of young talented players from domestic level are playing in this tournament, which is good to see. The WPL will help our performances get more noticed because of the platform it will provide. There is a lot of excitement around it. It's been a long time coming and now the wait is over." "I started playing cricket when I was 18 years old and I didn't bowl then but was only a fielder. Prior to that, I was not sure what kind of opportunities were there for the women's cricket.
3rd Test, Day 1: Kuhnemann, Lyon pick three wickets each as India end up with 84/7 at lunch
After India won the toss and elected to bat first on a dry pitch, frenetic play followed, where every ball was literally an event as the ball turned big apart from variable bounce coming into play. The opening over produced exciting action, as a returning Mitchell Starc produced a faint edge off Rohit Sharma, but Australia didn't take the review. Replays later showed it could have been a wicket for Australia if the review was taken.
'Jadeja gives nightmares to opposition batters': Shastri rates current crop of spinners among India's best XI of all-time
Ashwin has already claimed 463 Test wickets during his illustrious 12-year international career and Shastri has no doubt the right-armer belongs in the top echelon of the best India spinners of all-time. "I never compare eras, but the record that he (Ashwin) has - especially in Indian conditions - would make him a favourite to get into that (all-time XI) squad," Shastri said.
Dubai Tennis Championships: Djokovic survives thriller against Machac in opener
The Serbian held off a ferocious challenge from Czech player for a 6-3, 3-6, 7-6(1) win on Tuesday. He will next face the World No. 39 Dutch Tallon Griekspoor. Machac showcased some top-class shotmaking, particularly off the backhand wing, to roar back into contention after a fast start from Djokovic at the ATP 500. The World No. 1 was at times visibly frustrated.
Lucky to have learned from great leaders like MS Dhoni: Faf du Plessis
In his first season as RCB captain, Faf displayed exceptional leadership qualities while guiding the team to the IPL Playoffs. While speaking on RCB Podcast Season 2, the second of the 10 episodes, Faf disclosed what drove him to lead the team with a sense of purpose. I think as a cricketer, the moment that reaffirmed to me and told me that I belong at this level.
India register a solid win over Qatar in U-17 Friendly
India have qualified for the AFC U-17 Asian Cup final rounds to be held later this year and these matches were held as part of the preparations for the tournament. Qatar, who had won the first friendly 3-1 on Saturday, were put on the back foot from the get-go by India. Bibiano Fernandes' side opened the scoring in the 10th minute when Qatar goalkeeper Zeiad Shoaib handled a backpass inside his own penalty area, giving India an indirect free-kick which was converted by defender Ricky Meetei Haobam.
2023 AFC Asian Cup to kick off in January next year
The QFA also announced the establishment of the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) of the AFC Asian Cup, and its president Ahmed Al-Thani was named as the chairman of the LOC. In October 2022, Qatar was awarded by AFC to host the tournament, which has 24 participating teams.
BGT, 3rd Test: India elect to bat first, bring Gill in for Rahul
"Two changes, Shubman Gill and Umesh Yadav replace KL Rahul and Mohammed Shami," India captain Rohit Sharma said after the toss.Whereas, Australia stand-in skipper Steve Smith said, "Guys have had time to rest and reflect. Need to stick to our methods for longer. Went away from it in the second innings in Delhi. Two changes: Mitch Starc and Cam Green.
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