The final match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 is being played at the Sydney Cricket Ground. In this match, India is being captained by Jasprit Bumrah, who has been the most successful bowler of the series so far. However, on the second day of the game, Bumrah suddenly left the field. He bowled brilliantly in the first session of the second day and even took a wicket. But after lunch, something happened that caused Indian fans’ hearts to race. Bumrah Left the Sydney Ground After lunch, Jasprit Bumrah was not seen on the field. He was spotted leaving the ground…
Author: Virat Verma
Read More
Former Indian cricketers Sunil Gavaskar, Ravi Shastri, and Sanjay Manjrekar have all hinted that the Boxing Day Test match might have been Rohit Sharma’s last in Test cricket. Rohit opted out of the fifth and final Test against Australia, being played in Sydney, allowing Jasprit Bumrah to lead the team for the second time in the series. Bumrah had earlier captained India to victory in the Perth Test during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The 37-year-old Rohit Sharma decided to rest himself for the fifth Test after scoring only 31 runs in five innings across three matches. Speaking during the lunch break…
The fifth Test between India and Australia is being played at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Jasprit Bumrah is leading Team India in this match, as Rohit Sharma has decided to skip the final Test. Despite being the regular captain, Rohit took a bold decision to sit out of the playing XI midway through the series. With this move, he has set an unwanted record—becoming the first Indian captain to be dropped from the playing XI during a Test series while still being part of the squad. In Indian cricket history, there have been instances where captains have been replaced mid-series…
Sri Lanka’s Kusal Perera began the new year in style by smashing a century in the third T20 International match against New Zealand. Perera became the first batsman to score an international century in 2025. He showcased brilliant batting at the Saxton Oval in Nelson, New Zealand, reaching his hundred in just 44 balls. Riding on Perera’s maiden T20 International century, Sri Lanka posted a massive total of 218/5. He reached the milestone by hitting a six off Matt Henry’s over, where he struck three sixes in total. Perera displayed his explosive batting skills, punishing the host bowlers all around…
Cricket has witnessed several legendary batsmen and bowlers who created history with extraordinary performances. Many of their records are so incredible that breaking them seems nearly impossible even today. Here’s a look at 10 unbreakable world records in cricket history: 1. 61,760 Runs in First-Class Cricket – Sir Jack Hobbs England’s legendary batsman Sir Jack Hobbs scored a staggering 61,760 runs in first-class cricket. He also smashed 199 centuries and 273 half-centuries with an average of 50.70. Sir Jack Hobbs played his first Test match against Australia on 1 January 1908 and scored 5,410 runs in 61 Tests, including 15…
The Boxing Day Test match in Melbourne turned dramatically within just 2 hours for Team India. The Indian team had a chance to draw the match but ended up losing by 184 runs. India lost 7 wickets in just 20.4 overs. Following this defeat, Team India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir appeared visibly frustrated in the dressing room. He made it clear by saying, “Enough is enough.” Gambhir expressed his disappointment with the senior players’ form and approach. While he didn’t take any names during his speech, he sent a strong message to players who were making excuses about playing a…
The year 2024 was full of ups and downs for the Indian cricket team. Whether it was the T20 series against Afghanistan or the home Test series against England, India proved its dominance. The highlight of the year came in June when India ended its ICC title drought by winning the T20 World Cup. However, losses in the home Test series against New Zealand and trailing in the five-match Test series against Australia brought some disappointment. Despite this, Team India faces several big challenges in 2025. India Ended 2024 with a Loss Under Rohit Sharma’s leadership, Team India concluded 2024…
The Indian team faced a crushing 184-run defeat against Australia in the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, dealing a significant blow to its chances of qualifying for the World Test Championship (WTC) final. However, India’s hopes are not completely dashed yet. Following this loss at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), India is now in third place in the WTC points table, while Australia has moved up to second place. South Africa Secures Final Spot; Fight for Second Place Continues South Africa, currently at the top of the table, sealed their spot in the WTC final after defeating Pakistan on…
The Indian cricket team will play one more Test match in Australia before returning home. The final match of the series in Australia will be held in Sydney from January 3. After this series, India and England are set to face each other. First, a 5-match T20 series will take place, followed by an ODI series. The ODI series is considered crucial, as the Champions Trophy is scheduled for February next year. Let’s take a look at the complete schedule of the India vs England series. India vs England Series Starts on January 22 The first T20 match between India…
The fourth Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia will be played on Thursday, December 26. Australian captain Pat Cummins has announced the final playing XI for this Boxing Day Test, which will take place in Melbourne. During a pre-match press conference, Cummins declared Travis Head fully fit. Alongside him, Scott Boland, who has an excellent record at the MCG, has also been included in the squad. Pat Cummins revealed that Australia has made two changes for the Melbourne Test. Sam Konstas has replaced Nathan McSweeney in the squad. This match will mark Konstas’ debut in Test…