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I’d love for him to keep going: Cummins backs Lyon to play Test cricket till 2027 | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: After securing a commanding 172-run victory over New Zealand, propelling Australia to a 1-0 lead in the two-match series, captain Pat Cummins expresses confidence in the longevity of veteran off-spinner Nathan Lyon's Test cricket career, suggesting that Lyon could continue playing until 2027.Lyon's stellar performance in the Wellington match, where he took 6-65 to dismiss New Zealand for 196 in the second innings, resulted in an impressive match haul of 10-108."I'd love for him to keep going until 2027. The only barrier really is his body, so if he looks after his body and makes sure he's right for 10 Test matches a year, or whatever it is, I'd absolutely love him to play until 2027."And I don't think there's much that's going to get in his way. I've already told him the day ...
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Nathan Lyon praises emerging talent Rachin Ravindra as a budding superstar | – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Australian spinner Nathan Lyon has hailed New Zealand batsman Rachin Ravindra as a budding "superstar" while expressing confidence in Australia's stance to clinch victory in the ongoing first Test match against New Zealand in Wellington.Following Ravindra's impressive unbeaten innings of 56, guiding New Zealand to 111/3 at stumps on day three, Lyon commended the young batsman's prowess, acknowledging his potential to make significant strides in international cricket."Rachin seems like a really good player," Lyon remarked. "This is the first time I've bowled to him -- I watched a lot of him during the World Cup and he's going to be a superstar."Despite Ravindra's standout performance, Lyon expressed faith in Australia's capacity to apply sustained pressure on the New Zealand b...
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Australia Dominates First Test against New Zealand with Stellar Performance by Cameron Green | – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Australia took firm control of the first Test against New Zealand on the second day's play, highlighted by Cameron Green's stellar unbeaten 174 and a dominant bowling performance that saw the hosts dismissed for 179 on Friday.Following Green's remarkable innings, where he spearheaded a defiant final-wicket partnership to guide Australia to a total of 383, the visitors' bowling attack came to the fore, wreaking havoc on New Zealand's batting lineup.Scorecard: NZ vs AUS, 1st TestDespite Glenn Phillips's valiant 71, New Zealand found themselves struggling against Australia's relentless attack, losing wickets in quick succession and ultimately falling short of a competitive total.Opting not to enforce the follow-on, Australia faced early setbacks in their second innings, losing k...
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‘The very simple answer is…’: Ashwin on chasing Kumble’s record | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Having achieved the milestone of becoming the second Indian to secure 500 Test wickets, Ravichandran Ashwin is content and harbours no ambition to surpass Anil Kumble's national record of 619 scalps.Dismissing England opener Zak Crawley in the final session of day two, Ashwin became the ninth bowler in Test history to reach the illustrious 'Mount 500.'The 37-year-old Ashwin mentioned that he has no specific goal to actively pursue more wickets in an attempt to surpass Kumble's record."The very simple answer is 'no'... 120 wickets away. Every day is what I want to live for, and, I'm 37 years old. I don't know what's in store next," Ashwin told the media in Rajkot after stumps on the second day."What's in store for the next two months? You play this series and then what lies ah...
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Australia opt for an unchanged line-up in Warner’s farewell Test against Pakistan | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Australia have opted to maintain an unchanged line-up, choosing not to include a second spinner in the squad for David Warner's farewell match in a crucial decision ahead of the final Test against Pakistan at the Sydney Cricket Ground.Captain Pat Cummins confirmed the fitness of Australia's fast-bowling trio, highlighting their recovery from the tense second Test in Melbourne, where they secured a series-clinching 79-run victory.Despite the SCG's reputation for favoring spin, the hosts have decided against adding a second spinner to partner Nathan Lyon."The weather looks pretty good this week, and that's not always the case in Sydney," Cummins stated, expressing confidence in the pitch conditions. "The groundsman seems happy with where it's at. It looks like decent coverage o...
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Boxing Day Test: Australia take control as Pakistan flounder | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: On the second day of the Boxing Day Test, Australia took the lead at the Melbourne Cricket Ground thanks to Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon, leaving Pakistan trailing badly at 194-6. Pakistan were still 124 runs adrift.After taking the wickets of Abdullah Shafique (62) and Babar Azam (one), followed by Agha Salman (five), Mohammad Rizwan on 29 and Aamer Jamal were left undefeated at stumps.While Josh Hazlewood dismissed Saud Shakeel for nine, Lyon dismissed Imam-ul-Haq (10) and Shan Masood (54). This ended Pakistan's hopes of winning a Test match in Australia for the first time since 1995."I thought we bowled decently before tea without too much reward. They obviously batted quite well," said skipper Cummins. "But it was good at the end there to get a few big wickets and it feels...
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Pat Cummins believes Nathan Lyon can surpass Australian wicket-taking legends | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Australia's Test captain, Pat Cummins, is optimistic about veteran off-spinner Nathan Lyon extending his illustrious career and eventually surpassing Australian bowling legends Shane Warne and Glenn McGrath in Test wicket-tally. Lyon recently achieved the significant milestone of 500 Test wickets during the first Test against Pakistan in Perth.Following Lyon's achievement, Cummins expressed confidence in the off-spinner's ability to play for another four or five years, with approximately 10 Test matches per year. Cummins suggested that at this rate, Lyon could accumulate another 40 to 50 Test matches, potentially adding a couple of hundred more wickets to his current tally of 501."Still got another four or five years at least, with 10 games a year. I still think you've got 40...
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Australia set to maintain winning formula for second Test against Pakistan | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Australia are poised to field an unchanged XI in the upcoming second Test against Pakistan in Melbourne, as revealed by the team's announcement of a streamlined squad on Monday. The decision sees back-up fast bowler Lance Morris omitted, affirming confidence in the victorious lineup from the recent Test in Perth.The home side dominated the opening Test, clinching a resounding 360-run victory within four days at Perth on Sunday.Off-spinnerNathan Lyon achieved a significant milestone by claiming his 500th wicket, adding to the team's triumph.Opener David Warner's resilient innings of 164 not only played a crucial role in the team's success but also solidified his position for the upcoming Boxing Day Test. Warner, facing scrutiny amid a lean run, ensured his continued presence i...
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Nathan Lyon crosses 500 Test wickets: His journey from self-doubts and emerging from Shane Warne’s shadow

Cricket is lucky to have two artists at the top of their game, Nathan Lyon, who went past 500 Test wickets against Pakistan in the Perth Test, and R Ashwin — one a traditionalist and the other an innovator, and they have learnt from each other, imbibed a bit of each other’s arts and more importantly, have made kids fall in love with the art of off-spin.The soul of Lyon’s art is different to Ashwin’s. Lyon is more visually appealing, more camera-friendly, so to say. The art of Ashwin in Tests lies in entangling the batsmen into meanderings from which they are unable to disengage themselves in time. Ashwin’s deliveries are constructed for what a batsman might do, tailored to defeat the anticipated response, targeting their hands, so to speak, as opposed to a pre-fabricated line of thought...
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R Ashwin hails ‘GOAT’ Nathan Lyon on entering 500 club | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: As veteran Australian off-spinner Nathan Lyon entered the 500 club in Test cricket, India's Ravichandran Ashwin showered praise on his compatriot on achieving the special feat.Lyon on Sunday became only the eighth bowler in the history of Test cricket to grab 500 wickets. On Day 4 of the Perth Test against Pakistan, Lyon dismissed Faheem Ashraf for his 500th wicket in the longest format. With that, Lyon became the third Australian and second off-spinner after Sri Lanka's Muthiah Muralidaran to take 500 Test wickets. Ashwin (489 wickets), who himself is on the verge of achieving the same feat, congratulated the Aussie 'GOAT' on his social media handle. Ahead of the Test series against Pakistan, Lyon had praised Ashwin as well, saying that he sees an unlikely 'coach' in the Ind...
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Nathan Lyon celebrates 500 wickets as Australia thrash Pakistan by 360 runs

Australia’s Nathan Lyon gestures as he leaves the field at the end of play on the fourth day of the first cricket test between Australia and Pakistan in Perth, Australia, Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023. Lyon took his 500th test wicket in Australia’s 360 run win over Pakistan. | Photo Credit: AP Spinner Nathan Lyon joined the illustrious 500-wicket club on December 17, picking up 2-18 on a seam-friendly Perth Stadium surface to help Australia bowl Pakistan out for a paltry 89 and cruise to a 360-run victory on day four of the first Test. Defending 450, Australia’s much-vaunted pace attack ripped through Pakistan’s batting lineup in the afternoon, allowing Lyon to trap tail-ender Faheem Ashraf lbw and celebrate his milestone before the tourists folded inside 31 overs. “I don’t think it’s hit me y...
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‘I still pinch myself when I see…’: Nathan Lyon after completing 500 Test wickets | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Australia's seasoned off-spinner Nathan Lyon remained in a state of awe after achieving the milestone of 500 Test wickets during the team's commanding 360-run victory over Pakistan on Sunday in the first match of the three-game series.The 35-year-old returned to the Australian Test squad after sustaining an injury during the Ashes earlier in the year.Stepping onto the Optus Stadium, he was just four wickets away from the remarkable 500-wicket milestone.In the opening session, Lyon took three wickets, requiring only one more in the second session to reach this historic achievement. Despite the brisk removal of Pakistan batters by Australia's pacers, Lyon's landmark moment came sooner than expected, defying initial expectations that he might have to wait for another Test to sec...
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1st Test: Australia hammer Pakistan by 360 runs, Nathan Lyon joins 500-wickets club | Cricket News – Times of India

Nathan Lyon achieved the remarkable feat of joining the exclusive 500-wicket club, contributing with two wickets on Sunday at the seam-friendly Optus Stadium track, as Australia bowled out Pakistan for a mere 89 to secure a commanding 360-run victory on day four of the first Test.Australia's formidable seam attack demolished Pakistan's top order in the afternoon session, and Lyon trapped tail-ender Faheem Ashraf lbw to take his milestone 500th Test wicket.Having declared at 233-5 in 63.2 overs after lunch, Australia, having posted 487 in their first innings and dismissig Pakistan for 271, set the visitors a challenging target of 450 for victory. Pakistan's fourth-innings run-chase unraveled quickly, with the team stumbling to 48-4 within 15 overs before tea.The devastating duo of Josh H...
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Australia seize control in first Test against Pakistan as Lyon nears milestone | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Australia extended their lead against Pakistan to 300 runs on day three of the first Test in Perth on Saturday. Usman Khawaja and Steve Smith's partnership proved pivotal as they reached stumps at 84/2, thwarting Pakistan's hopes of a Test victory on Australian soil since 1995.Scorecard: Australia vs Pakistan, 1st Test"A 300 lead now and we've got Travis (Head) and Mitch (Marsh) coming in next, and things can tick along pretty quickly with those two," remarked Australian pace spearhead Josh Hazlewood, hinting at a possible declaration on Sunday.The day witnessed veteran spinner Nathan Lyon inching towards a historic milestone, standing one wicket away from the elite 500-club. "For me, probably the general idea would be halfway through the day tomorrow (to declare), could be e...
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AUS vs PAK, 1st Test | Australia builds big lead over Pakistan as Lyon moves to 499 Test wickets

Australia’s Nathan Lyon celebrates with his teammates during the third day of the first Test against Pakistan in Perth on December 16, 2023. | Photo Credit: AFP Usman Khawaja and Steve Smith dug in to stretch Australia’s lead and take the first Test away from Pakistan on December 16, as veteran spinner Nathan Lyon moved within one wicket of the 500-mark.The hosts reached stumps on day three in Perth at 84-2, building their lead to 300 after bowling out the visitors on the cusp of tea for 271 in reply to their first innings 487. Veteran spinner Lyon was the best of the bowlers with 3-66, but he was made to wait to reach a milestone that will put him in elite company alongside just seven other players. At the close, Khawaja was on 34 and Smith 43 as Pakistan’s hopes of a first Test win i...
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1st Test, Day 2: Pakistan dig in as Nathan Lyon edges closer to 500 Test wickets | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Veteran off-spinner Nathan Lyon (497) dismissed Abdullah Shafique to take another step towards the elite 500 club as Pakistan dug in to reach 132 for 2 against Australia at stumps on Day 2 of the first Test in Perth on Friday. Imam-ul-Haq (38 not out of 136) dropped anchor as the visitors lost Shafique (42) and skipper Shan Masood (30), trailing by another 355 runs after Australia first innings finished at 487. At the close of play, Pakistan had Imam and and nightwatchman Khurram Shahzad (7) in the middle after Masood was dismissed late in the day. It was a slow grind for Pakistan with their runs coming off 53 overs after Aamer Jamal took 6-111 on debut.Mitchell Marsh starred with 90 after David Warner's defiant 164 on day one.Shafique was the first to fall in reply, getting ...
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AUS vs PAK first Test | Pakistan digs in as Lyon edges closer to 500 Test wickets

Nathan Lyon moves with three wickets of joining the elite 500 club on December 15 as Pakistan dug deep to stay in touch on day two of the opening Test in Perth. | Photo Credit: AP Australian spin king Nathan Lyon moved to within three wickets of joining the elite 500 club on December 15 as Pakistan dug deep to stay in touch on day two of the opening Test in Perth. At stumps, the visitors were 132-2, trailing by 355, with a dogged Imam-ul-Haq not out 38 and nightwatchman Khurram Shahzad on seven after they lost skipper Shan Masood late on. But it was a slow grind with their runs coming off 53 overs after Aamer Jamal took 6-111 on debut to help dismiss the hosts for 487. Mitchell Marsh starred with 90 after David Warner’s defiant 164 on day one. Abdullah Shafique was the first to fall in...
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Lyon says Ashwin is one of his ‘biggest coaches’ as he nears 500 Test wickets

Nathan Lyon. File. | Photo Credit: V.V. Krishnan Just four wickets away from joining the elite 500-wicket club, Australia spinner Nathan Lyon on Wednesday acknowledged the role played by India tweaker Ravichandran Ashwin in his career, hailing him as "one of my biggest coaches". Ahead of the opening Test against Pakistan starting here on Thursday, Lyon, who is returning from a calf injury, only had respect for Ashwin. "You look at Ashwin, he's a world-class bowler and somebody I've watched closely from the start of his career," Lyon was quoted as saying by cricket.com.au. "We've gone head-to-head many times in different conditions around the world. I've definitely learned from him. "There's an opportunity to learn from the people you play against, and without knowing it he's probably b...
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Nathan Lyon lauds Ravichandran Ashwin on the verge of 500 Test wickets: ‘He’s probably been one of my biggest coaches’

Nathan Lyon stands at the verge of history. Only three spinners – Shane Warne, Muttiah Muralitharan and Anil Kumble – have picked 500 or more wickets in Test cricket. On the eve of Australia’s three-match Test series against Pakistan, the off-spinners stands four wickets shy of crossing the milestone. When asked on who his biggest inspiration on a fabled career for Australia in whites has been, the 36-year-old offered a name not many would’ve expected. “You look at Ashwin, he’s a world-class bowler and somebody I’ve watched closely from the start of his career,” Lyon was quoted by cricket.com.au. “We’ve gone head-to-head many times in different conditions around the world. I’ve got nothing but respect for Ashwin and the way he’s gone about it. I’ve definitely learned from him.” Both Ash...