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‘I don’t look at captaincy as a…’: Jasprit Bumrah ahead of 1st Test | Cricket News – Times of India

Jasprit Bumrah addresses the media at Optus Stadium in Perth. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Because Jasprit Bumrah has always enjoyed accountability and taking on challenging tasks, he is excited about the chance to captain India against bitter rivals Australia in a highly anticipated Test series opener in their home ground. Following the Edgbaston Test match against England in 2022, Bumrah will skipper the team for the second time without Rohit Sharma, and the 30-year-old wants to handle things his own way.Border-Gavaskar Trophy"I don't look at captaincy as a post but I have always loved responsibility," Bumrah said at a press conference ahead of the first Test."I wanted to do the tough job since I was a child. You want to do things and get thrown in tough scenarios, this a...
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We hope to take back trophy this time, says Pat Cummins, ahead of Australia-India tests

Australia’s captain Pat Cummins speaks during a press conference at the Optus Stadium in Perth on November 21, 2024, ahead of the first cricket Test between Australia and India. | Photo Credit: AFP There is a quiet confidence innate to Pat Cummins. Striding into the press conference hall wearing his worn-out baggy green cap at the Optus Stadium here on Thursday (November 21, 2024), the Australian skipper hoped that his men would wrest back the elusive Border-Gavaskar Trophy.There were also moments when the brotherhood of fast bowlers was on view as he praised his counterpart, Jasprit Bumrah. Ahead of the first Test against India here on Friday (November 21, 2024), Cummins extensively spoke to the media.Excerpt...
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Border-Gavaskar Trophy: When Adam Gilchrist’s son chose Virat Kohli’s bat over his own father’s | Cricket News – Times of India

Virat Kohli and Adam Gilchrist NEW DELHI: There's no denying Virat Kohli's status as a global icon in cricket. His unmatched skill, relentless determination, and charismatic leadership have earned him legions of fans worldwide, including some unexpected admirers. One such fan is Archie, the son of Australian legend Adam Gilchrist, who once made a surprising choice that delighted Kohli's followers. During the 2018-19 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Gilchrist revealed an amusing anecdote about his then 11-year-old son Archie, who opted for a Virat Kohli-endorsed MRF bat over the Puma bat that Gilchrist himself had famously used during his illustrious career. Border-Gavaskar TrophyOn-air during the second Test in Perth, Gilchrist shared the story as Kohli was crafting a sublime century alongside Hanu...
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‘They’ve got plenty of…’: Ricky Ponting’s advice for Virat Kohli and Steve Smith | Cricket News – Times of India

Virat Kohli and Steve Smith. (Photo by Philip Brown/Popperfoto via Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Both Virat Kohli and Steve Smith are going through a lean patch. Both former captains of their respective teams and both batting greats.Ahead of the five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, which begins in Perth from Friday, former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has some advice for both Kohli and Smith.Border-Gavaskar TrophyHaving scored six hundreds from 13 Test matches and averaging 54.08, Kohli has historically dominated red-ball cricket in Australia but he has only averaged 22.72 in his six Test matches this season.After scoring just 91 runs in India's shocking 0-3 series loss to New Zealand at home earlier this month, Kohli enters his seventh tour to Australia.The 36-year-old Kohli has scored...
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Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Under pressure, India faces Australia; aims for history repeat

Australia’s captain Pat Cummins (L) and India’s captain Jasprit Bumrah pose with the trophy at Optus Stadium in Perth on November 21, 2024, ahead of the first cricket Test between Australia and India. | Photo Credit: AFP Two men fused by their passion for speed, split by nationalities, and thrown together into a sporting rivalry, stretched their hands towards each other. In the background, the sun was beating down on the grass, all golden hue and green tinge, and in the shade, a cool breeze demanded respect and woollens.Jasprit Bumrah and Pat Cummins, froze time for a bit, as the two, with a son each, discussed parenthood and baby steps. This was life distilled into its best essence. As proud fathers, splendi...
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‘When Rohit Sharma returns…’: Ricky Ponting reveals ‘potential disruption’ | Cricket News – Times of India

Rohit Sharma. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: The legendary Ricky Ponting, who on Thursday maintained his prediction of a 3-1 series victory for Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, believed that captain Rohit Sharma joining the Indian team in the second Test at Adelaide could be a "potential disruption" for the visitors. On Friday, the highly anticipated five-match Test series begins in Perth. Rohit will miss the series opener since he is on a paternity leave. In his place, the Indian squad is being captained by pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah.Border-Gavaskar Trophy"I just think there's potential for more disruption through their campaign with Sharma coming back and whatever else. So I'll stick with it (3-1 verdict in favour of Australia)," Ponting said on ICC Review."(...
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Wasim Jaffer and Michael Vaughan engage in debate ahead of the Perth Test: ‘Pressure on Australia or India?’ | Cricket News – Times of India

Pat Cummins and Jasprit Bumrah with the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. (Photo credit: Cricket Australia) NEW DELHI: The much-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy kicks off on Friday at the Optus Stadium in Perth, marking the start of a five-Test series between hosts Australia and India. The clash promises high drama as India, having dominated the rivalry in recent years, look to secure a third consecutive series win on Australian soil. India enter the series with the momentum of four straight BGT series victories - two at home and two in Australia. The hosts, on the other hand, are eager to reclaim the trophy, with their last triumph in the contest dating back to the 2014-15 series. Border-Gavaskar TrophyThis historic matchup comes with added pressure for the Australians, as their star-studded line...
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Jasprit Bumrah: We are not carrying any baggage from New Zealand series

India’s captain Jasprit Bumrah speaks during a press conference at Optus Stadium in Perth on November 21, 2024, ahead of the first cricket Test between Australia and India. | Photo Credit: AFP India's stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah on Thursday (November 21, 2024) insisted that his team is not carrying any baggage from the unprecedented 0-3 defeat at home against New Zealand as it embarks on a challenging Test series against fierce rivals Australia. The five-match Test series starts here on Friday (November 22, 2024). "When you win you start from zero but when you lose, then also you also start from zero. We are not carrying any baggage from India. Yes, we have our learnings from the New Zealand series but...
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‘Virat Kohli has said to me that … ‘: Yashasvi Jaiswal reveals tough talk ahead of India’s 1st Test against Australia | Cricket News – Times of India

Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli (Photo Credits: Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Team India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal has expressed his admiration for the veteran Indian batter Virat Kohli, acknowledging his consistency and discipline both on and off the field.Jaiswal, 22, has been in touch with Kohli since he started playing for India, seeking guidance on how to manage himself and maintain discipline in his daily routines to sustain a prolonged career."When I started playing like senior cricket, I did speak to Virat Paji that how he managed himself. Paji has said to me that if I want to play all that cricket, then I have to be disciplined in my daily routines and follow the process," Jaiswal told BCCI. "So I have seen him doing the stuff consistently day by day. Actually seeing him, it motivates m...
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‘One series can go up and down, but Virat Kohli…’: Jasprit Bumrah ahead of 1st Test against Australia | Cricket News – Times of India

Jasprit Bumrah speaks during a press conference at Optus Stadium in Perth on November 21, 2024. (Photo by Saeed Khan/AFP via Getty Images) NEW DELHI: India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is set to lead India in the first Test of this edition of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia starting in Perth from Friday.Addressing a press conference at the Optus Stadium on Thursday, Bumrah exuded confidence ahead of the series, saying that the team is prepared for the tough challenge of the five-match Test series.Border-Gavaskar TrophyBumrah said, "We are prepared. We came in early and trained at the WACA. When we came here for the first time, we did well so the onus is on the youngsters to take up the responsibility as well."Throwing his weight behind former Indian captain Virat Kohli, who i...
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IPL auction: Accelerated process to begin from player 117 | Cricket News – Times of India

MUMBAI: In order to speed up the IPL 2025 mega auction process in Jeddah on November 24 & 25, the BCCI will have an accelerated process which will start after 116 players have been sold. The 117th in the list is Ricky Bhui.In a communication to the franchises last week, the BCCI wrote, "For your planning purposes please note, subject to timings it is envisaged that the accelerated process will start after player No. 116. The first accelerated process will cover all the players from 117-574. Franchises will be asked to nominate a set number of players from this group by 10 PM on the evening of Nov 24. Once these players (117-574) have been presented, franchises will be requested to submit the names of players (unpresented/ unsold) from all those on the full list of 574 for further accel...
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‘Where is Shardul Thakur?’: Harbhajan Singh questions all-rounder selection ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy opener | Cricket News – Times of India

Harbhajan Singh (Photo by Pankaj Nangia/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh voiced his concerns about the team's composition ahead of the opening Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth.Team India is reportedly considering giving all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy his first Test cap in the opening match. Nitish has received an unexpected call-up after his recent debut in T20 Internationals against Bangladesh.Border-Gavaskar TrophyHarbhajan Singh, during a discussion on Jatin Sapru's YouTube channel, emphasized the limited experience in Reddy's first-class career. The 21-year-old has played 23 matches, accumulating 779 runs at an average of 21.05 and claiming 56 wickets at an average of 26.98. Harbhajan questioned the decision to place such a crucial responsibil...
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‘He will go very well in Perth …’: Matthew Hayden endorses this bowler as Mohammed Shami’s replacement for Border-Gavaskar Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy has sparked discussions about India's bowling attack, especially with veteran pacer Mohammed Shami's absence. Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden shared his insights on potential replacements, focusing on Prasidh Krishna and Akash Deep.Hayden acknowledged Prasidh Krishna's strong showing in a recent unofficial Test against Australia A. However, he believes Akash Deep is better suited to fill Shami's shoes in the Indian team.Border-Gavaskar Trophy"Prasidh Krishna did very well in the unofficial Test match, but for me, Akash Deep is the closest replacement for Shami’s type of role," he said during a select media interaction organized by Channel 7.Hayden, who has extensive experience playing against India, highlighted Akash Deep's suitabil...
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Border-Gavaskar Trophy: WACA curator doesn’t expect Perth pitch to develop ‘snake cracks’, amid heavy rain

Perth has witnessed rain over the past few days, and the pitch was covered for the whole day on Tuesday (November 19, 2024), cutting down preparation time for the curator. File | Photo Credit: V.V. Krishnan WACA head curator Isaac McDonald said on Wednesday (November 20, 2024) that the unusual rain in Perth has impacted the pitch preparation for the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, and though he doesn’t expect the surface to develop “snake cracks”, there will still be plenty of bounce and carry.The surface at the Optus Stadium or at the nearby WACA ground is known for its pace and bounce, and when the cracks open up in dry conditions, it provides more assistance to the seamers besides bringing the spin...
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Ravi Shastri picks two Indian players who can give Australia major headache in Border Gavaskar Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India

File photo of Ravi Shastri (Getty Images) The Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) is less than 48 hours away, and Ravi Shastri is one who knows the inside-out of a tour of Australia both as a former all-rounder and former India coach. In the latest episode of the 'The ICC Review', Shastri picked the Indian and Australian players to watch out for.Australia will host India for a five-match BGT beginning Perth on November 22, where India will not just defend the trophy but also try to stay in the top two of the World Test Championship (WTC) table after conceding their top spot to Australia after the 0-3 whitewash at home against New Zealand.Shastri, who was India's coach during the historic triumphs on the last two tours of Australia, said Yashasvi Jaiswal among the batters and Jasprit Bumrah among ...
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‘Whenever Pant is around…’: Ravindra Jadeja highlights Rishabh’s impact on Team India | Cricket News – Times of India

Rishabh Pant. (Pic Credit - X) NEW DELHI: Star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja on Wednesday opened up about the invaluable role Rishabh Pant plays in the Indian cricket team.Reflecting on his impact, Jadeja highlighted Pant's energy while speaking to 7 Cricket, terming him as one of the best wicketkeeper-batters in the country at the moment."He is a very exciting cricketer. Whenever Pant is around in the team, he always makes everyone laugh; he is one of the best," Jadeja said.Pant, who was the hero of the final Test win at Gabba in 2021, is in exceptional form this time as well, and the excitement surrounding him continues to grow among both Australian and Indian fans ahead of the five-Test series for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, starting in Perth on November 22.India likely to hand two debuts...
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Yash Dayal replaces injured Khaleel Ahmed in reserves for Border-Gavaskar Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India

PERTH: Left-arm seam bowler Yash Dayal has been added to India's reserve pacers' list after Khaleel Ahmed had to be sent back home due to an unspecified niggle.Dayal, who was added in the Test squad during the Bangladesh series, was in South Africa for the T20I series but didn't play a single match.He flew directly to Perth from Johannesburg after Khaleel developed a niggle and was unable to bowl in the nets.India Need to Take a Big Call on the Pace Bowling Department for Perth TestThe medical team advised the Rajasthan left-armer to rest and hence it was decided that Dayal would fly in while Khaleel fly back home."It was a like for like replacement because the Indian team needs to do simulation for Mitchell Starc. Dayal was originally supposed to play the A Test but was sent to South Afri...
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Border-Gavaskar Trophy | Speedster Hazlewood upbeat ahead of first Test

Josh Hazlewood of Australia celebrates dismissing Cheteshwar Pujara of India during day four of the second match in the Test series between Australia and India at Perth Stadium on December 17, 2018 in Perth, Australia. | Photo Credit: Getty Images Josh Hazlewood seemed happy with the pitch on offer here at the Optus Stadium. “I love playing here in Perth, the wicket is always a nice one to bowl pace on, bouncy, perhaps a few cracks later in the game. The first Test of the summer is always exciting,” the Australian speedster said in the lead-up to the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series commencing here on Friday. There is a quiet hunger in the squad to wrest the trophy back as Australia has often emerged second ...
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Pitch for Perth Test: No ‘big snake WACA cracks’ but expect ‘variable bounce’ | Cricket News – Times of India

Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald and assistant coach Daniel Vettori talking to the ground staff at the Optus Stadium (Getty Images) The unseasonal rain in Perth hasn't allowed the ground staff at the Optus Stadium to prepare the pitch for the first Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test in their traditional way, but it will still have a fair bit of standing grass to offer "variable bounce", according to the curator Isaac McDonald. "Yeah, it's definitely not traditional Perth Test prep," the curator said on Wednesday, as quoted by Fox Cricket. What the wet weather will also do is prevent those "big snake" cracks in the 22-yard strip, something which has been usual at the Western Australia Cricket Association (WACA) grounds over the years. India likely to hand two debuts in first Border-Gav...
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Border-Gavaskar Trophy | Important to put aside the pressure and make a name for ourselves: Morkel

Nitish Kumar Reddy of India A bowls during the internal practice match between India and India A at the WACA on November 15, 2024, in Perth, Australia. | Photo Credit: Getty Images In a city suffused with warm sunlight and nippy air, and above all, the inimitable tales about fast bowling, Morne Morkel strode into the press-conference hall at the Optus Stadium on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.This grand venue may not have the history associated with the nearby WACA Ground which owned the tag of having the world’s quickest pitch, but the new entrant’s drop-in playing surface is expected to offer pace and bounce when the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy commences here on Friday. It is a fact that Mork...
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Matthew Hayden highlights KL Rahul’s challenge ahead of Perth Test | Cricket News – Times of India

KL Rahul (Photo Source: X) NEW DELHI: The upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy will mark KL Rahul’s third tour of Australia. He was part of India’s 2014 tour under Mahendra Singh Dhoni and the 2018 tour under Virat Kohli's captaincy. Despite his talent, Rahul has struggled in Australian conditions, managing just one century, which came in Sydney during the 2014 series.In total, Rahul has played five Tests in Australia and has scored just 187 runs at an average of 20.77. His form has been under scrutiny, especially after a disappointing home series against New Zealand, where he managed scores of 0 and 12. Despite playing one Test at his home ground in Bengaluru, he was dropped for the remaining two matches due to his poor performance with the bat.Rahul’s struggles continued in the Unofficial Tes...
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IPL auction clashing with Perth Test: BCCI generally get their way, says Aaron Finch | Cricket News – Times of India

The upcoming mega Indian Premier League (IPL) auction has been scheduled in the middle of the opening Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) between India and Australia, which has surprised some of the Australian cricketers, including their former T20I captain Aaron Finch.The BGT opener in Perth begins on November 22 and the IPL Auction in Jeddah is scheduled for November 24 and 25, which will be the third and fourth days of the Test match. However, to ensure that the two events don't run simultaneously, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has kept the start-time on both days of the auction as 3 pm IST. By then, the day's play in Perth would have ended. "I just think it's a bit unusual that they've gone up against a Test match at the same time. Understanding the time zones a...
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India-Australia rivalry comparable with Ashes, says Ricky Ponting as he expects intense series

File picture of former Australian cricketer Ricky Ponting | Photo Credit: Action Images via Reuters Ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has compared the Australia-India rivalry to that of the Ashes, stating that these battles are among the most anticipated in world cricket.The first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy will be played at Perth’s Optus Stadium from November 22 onwards.The former Australian skipper has urged both teams to maintain a competitive but fair spirit throughout the series. “Australia-England, with the history of the Ashes, but Australia-India is not far behind that and it’s built up over a long period. I think we all look forward to these sort...
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David Warner backs Nathan McSweeney to shine in Border-Gavaskar Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India

Nathan McSweeney (AP Photo) Former Australian opener David Warner has publicly endorsed Nathan McSweeney as a potential standout performer in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The prestigious Test series between Australia and India is scheduled to commence on Friday in Perth.McSweeney, the 25-year-old captain of the South Australian cricket team, is poised to make his Test debut for Australia. He has been chosen to open the batting alongside the experienced Usman Khawaja in the first Test.Border-Gavaskar TrophyThe opening batsman position became available due to Steve Smith's decision to return to his preferred batting position at number four. McSweeney's recent experience as an opener is limited, stemming from a solitary match against India A in Melbourne. In that game, he registered s...
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T Dilip: ‘Efforts we’ve been putting in …’Coach explains India’s intense fielding drills ahead of BGT opener | Cricket News – Times of India

Team India fielding coach T Dilip (Video Grab) NEW DELHI: With the much-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy just two days away, Team India is leaving no stone unturned in its preparations for the five-match series against Australia, set to commence on Friday in Perth. The intense build-up has seen players participate in focused practice and simulation sessions to sharpen their skills and readiness for the crucial opener. On Wednesday, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) shared a video showcasing Team India’s fielding drills at Perth stadium. Fielding coach T Dilip led the session, outlining the objectives of the high-energy drills aimed at honing key match-specific skills. Border-Gavaskar Trophy"What we wanted to do today is, we want everyone to get together in a team drill but...
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