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2Feb By source belowNo Comments

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1st ODI: Steve Smith, Cameron Green guide Australia to crushing eight-wicket win over West Indies | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Skipper Steve Smith, Cameron Green and Josh Inglis struck impressive half-centuries as Australia brushed aside West Indies by eight wickets in the ODI series opener in Melbourne on Friday. Smith and Green raised a dominant 149-run stand after Inglis fiery fifty as the Aussies hunted down a below-par 232 target inside 39 overs.Smith finished unbeaten on 79 off 79 balls and Green, batting at number three, was 77 not out from 104 balls. Earlier, opener Inglis set up the platform with a pulsating 65 off 43 balls, including 10 fours and a six.It was Australia's 10th consecutive ODI win, including their World Cup victory in India last year, and the pressure will be on the West Indies to prevent a series clean sweep.It was all too easy for Australia, with Travis Head the only ...

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Watch: Australia keeper Josh Inglis misses a run-out from point blank range | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: In the first One Day International (ODI) between Australia and West Indies at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Friday, a missed run-out chance created a moment of amusement for cricket fans. The incident occurred when West Indies were struggling at 222/8 in the 47th over, and a simple run-out chance turned into a comedy of errors.Scorecard: Australia vs West IndiesGudakesh Motie played a delivery from Sean Abbott towards sweeper cover, managing to run two before attempting a third run.However, confusion arose as Hayden Walsh sent Motie back. The throw from the boundary reached the wicket-keeper Josh Inglis, but despite being at point-blank range, Inglis failed to dislodge the bails, allowing Motie to escape.WATCH: In the match, West Indies, sent in to bat by Austra...

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Sweep Shots Take Spin Out of the Plan: Zak Crawley | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] VISAKHAPATNAM: Ollie Pope had his chances against India earlier too. By his own admission, he didn't make it count in 2018 and 2021. Ever since, the Surrey player has been keen to lay down the marker at No. 4, where he reckons top batters like Steve Smith, Kane Williamson and Virat Kohli have shouldered the burden.The 26-year-old is now the toast of England after his fabulous stroke-filled 196 put the focus on the brand of attacking cricket the visitors portrayed.Not for them the plodding approach anymore, said England opener Zak Crawley in the lead-up to the second Test.According to Crawley, England's batters are all natural strokeplayers and the new approach of skipper Ben Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum has only helped them showcase their attacking instincts. "I suppose it ('...

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31Jan By source belowNo Comments

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Watch – ‘Playing under you has been an absolute dream’: Emotional Marsh thanks Cummins after winning Allan Border medal | – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Australia all-rounder Mitchell Marsh was visibly emotional as he received the Allan Border Medal at the 2024 Australian Cricket Awards. In his heartfelt acceptance speech, Marsh expressed gratitude towards skipper Pat Cummins and coach Andrew McDonald for their support and backing. He acknowledged their belief in him, which played a significant role in his success."I'm a bit fat at times and I love a beer, but you see the best in me always.Playing under you has been an absolute dream," Marsh thanked Cummins in his acceptance speech.Marsh also expressed his deep love for representing the national team, emphasising the pride and honour he feels wearing the Australian colors.Reflecting on the past 12–18 months, he noted the challenges and triumphs, making the award even mo...

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31Jan By source belowNo Comments

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‘I’m averaging 60 as an opener…’: Steve Smith brushes off criticism of opening role | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Australian Test opener Steve Smith has responded to criticism of his promotion to the top of the order, urging skeptics to examine the statistics following his impressive performance against the West Indies.Initially settled at number four in Australia's Test lineup, Smith took on the role of opener for the West Indies series, replacing long-serving David Warner.The decision raised eyebrows among pundits who questioned Smith's ability to handle the challenges posed by the new ball.After modest scores of 12 and 11 not out in the first Test in Adelaide, and a six in his first innings at the Gabba, Smith silenced critics with an unbeaten 91 in Brisbane, albeit in a losing cause.Addressing the scrutiny, Smith stated, "There was a lot of commentary around I’d failed in two o...

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28Jan By source belowNo Comments

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Manjrekar advises Shubman Gill to incorporate Ollie Pope’s skills into his batting | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has advised Indian batter Shubman Gill to adopt a technique similar to Ollie Pope's effective use of the front foot.England's middle-order batter Pope notably altered his batting approach in the second innings in the first Test against India in Hyderabad. Manjrekar, now a cricket commentator, highlighted Pope's deliberate move towards the front foot, emphasising his purposeful quest for scoring runs.Manjrekar believes that Gill, recognised for his proficiency on the front foot, should consider incorporating a similar strategy into his game.This advice underscores the strategic nature of cricket, where insights from one player's adjustments can serve as valuable guidance for others seeking to enhance their performance."There was o...

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28Jan By source belowNo Comments

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Watch: Adam Gilchrist hugs Brian Lara on West Indies’ historic win against Australia | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Fierce competitors during their playing days, cricketing greats Adam Gilchrist and Brian Lara have had innumerable memorable clashes against each other.But the former rivals share a great camaraderie off the field and that was evident when while doing commentary for the official broadcaster for the second Test between Australia and West Indies. Gilchrist hugged Lara in a heart-warming gesture the moment the West Indies registered the historic win at the Gabba in Brisbane on Sunday.Former New Zealand cricketer, the third commentator in the box, couldn't contain his excitement on the Windies win. All the three commentators stood up from their seats cheering and clapping. While Smith went on to commentate on the match, Gilchrist turned to his left and hugged Lara who was i...

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28Jan By source belowNo Comments

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AUS vs WI second Test | Shamar Joseph bowls West Indies to stunning win over Australia in day/night Test

[ad_1] West Indies’ Shamar Joseph celebrates a dismissal on day 4 of the second Test against Australia in Brisbane on January 28, 2024. | Photo Credit: AFP Injured pace bowler Shamar Joseph produced a stunning spell of fast bowling to lead his side to one of the greatest upsets in Test history to stun Australia by eight runs in Brisbane on January 28. The West Indies, who brought an understrength side to Australia for the Test series, gave debuts to four players, including Joseph, in the two Tests. They were beaten inside three days in Adelaide last week and were expected to suffer a similar fate in the day-night Test in Brisbane. But after bowling Australia out for 207 in the second session Sunday, the West Indies recorded their first win in Australia since they last tasted victory in ...

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27Jan By source belowNo Comments

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2nd Test: Steve Smith guides Australia to healthy position at stumps against West Indies | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Steve Smith steered Australia to a promising position, with the team reaching 60-2 at stumps on the third day of the second Test against the West Indies in Brisbane on Saturday.With a target of 156 runs remaining for victory and eight wickets in hand, Australia is on the verge of a clean sweep in the two-Test series.As the day concluded, Smith stood at 33 runs, accompanied by a struggling Cameron Green at 9.The outlook for Australia's pursuit of victory may be overshadowed by the forecast of heavy rain predicted for the next two days.Australia completed the dismissal of the West Indies' second innings for 193 shortly after the tea break. The closure occurred when No.11 batsman Shamar Joseph had to leave the field due to injury after being struck on the toe by a bouncer ...

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25Jan By source belowNo Comments

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Watch: Josh Hazlewood ‘shoos’ away Covid positive Cameron Green while celebrating fall of wicket | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: In a hilarious turn of events, Australia pacer Josh Hazlewood shooed away teammate Cameron Green while celebrating fall of a wicket in the ongoing second Test against West Indies at The Gabba on Thursday.Green, who was found Covid positive ahead of the Test was asked to maintain distance by Hazlewood after the fall of Kraigg Brathwaite. Ahead of the start of the game, Australia faced an unwelcoming presence of the COVID-19 virus on the squad.Travis Head, Cameron Green, and coach Andrew McDonald tested positive, setting a momentary shadow over the team.While Head managed to recover in time for the Brisbane Test, McDonald and Green had to maintain a cautious distance from the group.The twist in the tale, however, unfolded as Green, despite testing positive, found a place ...

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24Jan By source belowNo Comments

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Glenn Maxwell returns, Mitch Marsh to lead Australia in T20I series against West Indies | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Australia have announced a 14-player squad for the upcoming T20 International series against the West Indies, scheduled to commence on February 9. The squad sees the return of dynamic all-rounder Glenn Maxwell, while Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins will be rested for the series as part of their management ahead of the New Zealand tour.Mitch Marsh will lead the side, providing an opportunity for Australia to fine-tune their preparations for the T20 World Cup. Steve Smith, who had been trialed as an opener in the recent series in India, is also set to take a break, while David Warner, who has retired from Tests and ODIs, will resume his position at the top of the order.Cricket Australia's chief selector, George Bailey, highlighted the significance of the series in shaping ...

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19Jan By source belowNo Comments

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Australia vs West Indies: Usman Khawaja in doubt for second Test after blow to jaw | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Australia opener Usman Khawaja is uncertain for the second Test against West Indies after sustaining a blow to his jaw during the series opener in Adelaide. Despite Australia securing a convincing 10-wicket victory inside seven sessions, Khawaja's potential absence is a concern for the home team.The incident occurred when Khawaja was hit on the helmet by a short delivery from West Indies' Shamar Joseph.The 37-year-old opener retired hurt after the blow, spitting blood and indicating discomfort in his jaw before leaving the field. Although he passed an initial concussion test, Khawaja underwent scans, and his condition will be reevaluated on Saturday.Australian captain Pat Cummins provided an update, stating, "He seemed okay, just a little bit of a sore jaw. We'll monito...

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18Jan By source belowNo Comments

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1st Test: Hazlewood, Head put Australia in command against West Indies | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] ADELAIDE: An inspired spell of bowling from Josh Hazlewood and a brilliant attacking century from Travis Head put Australia in complete control of the first Test against the West Indies in Adelaide on Thursday.After Head smashed 119 from 134 balls to take Australia to 283 and a first-innings lead of 95, Hazlewood took four wickets for just two runs at the start of the West Indies second innings to deal a hammer blow to the visitors.At stumps on the second day, the West Indies were 73-6, still 22 runs from making Australia bat again.Joshua Da Silva was not out 17, with Justin Greaves dismissed off the last ball of the day's play.Hazlewood removed the top four West Indies batsmen in a superb spell of seam bowling.He dismissed Tagenarine Chanderpaul for a first ball duck, then in his...

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17Jan By source belowNo Comments

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‘A picture I’ll post in my house’: West Indies debutant Shamar Joseph after picking Steve Smith’s wicket on first ball in Test cricket

[ad_1] Early on Wednesday, Shamar Joseph had told his teammates that he was going to pick a wicket off his very first delivery in Test cricket. Bold as the 24-year-old was in his foresight, even he couldn’t have predicted the batter he’d send back to the pavilion. Steaming in to bowl from over the wicket, Shamar had already fumbled and abandoned his run up on the first attempt. The nerves were jangling, as he’d concede later, “bowling to one of the best batsmen in the Australian team.” And so he went again, this time all the way through and pitched it in the corridor of uncertainty to induce an outside edge of Steve Smith that was nabbed by the fielder at third slip. And off he went, screaming and running about in celebrations, swiftly accompanied by all his teammates at the Adelaide Ova...

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17Jan By source belowNo Comments

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Australia vs West Indies 1st Test: Debutant Shamar Joseph Shines in Adelaide | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Debutant Shamar Joseph emerged as the star of the show, leaving an indelible mark on the opening Test between Australia and the West Indies in a thrilling turn of events at the Adelaide Oval. The 24-year-old all-rounder showcased his prowess with both bat and ball, providing hope for the West Indies in a game finely poised after the first day's play.Winning the toss and elected to bowl on a cool and overcast morning, Australian captain Pat Cummins saw his decision pay dividends as the West Indies struggled to find their footing. Scorecard: AUS vs WI, 1st Test Day 1Josh Hazlewood, spearheading the Australian attack, achieved a significant milestone by claiming his 250th Test wicket. The West Indies were reeling at 133/9, with the situation looking dire for the visitors.H...

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16Jan By source belowNo Comments

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Steve Smith to take his talents to the top and open Australia’s innings in 1st Test against West Indies

[ad_1] File picture of Australia’s Steve Smith playing a shot. Smith will open the batting for Australia in Tests following the retirement of David Warner | Photo Credit: AP If the last Test against Pakistan was all about David Warner's pending retirement, the series-opener against West Indies centers around newly-promoted opener Steve Smith.And Smith, true to his technical, analytical self, has dared the Caribbean attack to waste the new ball by bowling short-pitched deliveries to him. Smith volunteered and was elevated from No. 4 to open with Usman Khawaja. They'll combine first when Australia bats in the first of two Tests starting Wednesday at Adelaide Oval.Smith said the tactics opponents have used against him in the past will now risk blemishing the new ball by landing it halfway ...

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Steve Smith’s bold opening move takes center stage as Australia face West Indies in series opener | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: As Australia gear up for the series opener against West Indies at Adelaide Oval, all eyes are on newly-promoted opener Steve Smith, who is set to take on a more attacking role at the top of the order. Following the emotional farewell to David Warner in the last Test against Pakistan, Smith has taken the bold step of challenging the Caribbean attack to waste the new ball by delivering short-pitched deliveries to him.Smith, known for his technical and analytical approach to the game, has voluntarily moved up the order from No. 4 to open alongside Usman Khawaja. This strategic shift will see Smith facing the new ball, aiming to capitalize on attacking fields and exploit scoring opportunities, similar to Warner's aggressive style that characterized his illustrious 112-Test ...

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15Jan By source belowNo Comments

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Steve Smith promoted as Test opener – Former Australia captain’s surprise | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Steve Smith is all set to begin his new innings when he opens the batting for the first in his 13-year long Test career in the first Test against West Indies in Adelaide on Wednesday.The decision to elevate Smith to the top of the batting order drew mixed reaction from all quarters with former Australian skipper Kim Hughes expressing profound surprise over the move.Hughes opined that Cameron Bancroft will be the appropriate replacement of recently-retired David Warner."I nearly vomited. I've got no doubts in my mind that if Cameron Bancroft played for New South Wales, he'd be in the Test side. He is in his prime," he told WA Sports."Touch this, do this, do that [imitates Smith]... never want to leave when I am given out. He's like a petulant kid. Smith is struggling at ...

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15Jan By source belowNo Comments

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‘I was so excited when I heard the news’, says Cameron Green on batting at number four in Tests | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] ADELAIDE: Australia's versatile fast-bowler and all-rounder, Cameron Green, expressed immense excitement upon learning that he would be batting at number four in the upcoming Test series against the West Indies.Grateful for not being assigned the role of an opener, Green, who temporarily lost his place to Mitchell Marsh during the Ashes in July last year, is now gearing up for the series opener at Adelaide Oval on January 17.Notably, Green boasts an impressive average of 65 as a number four batsman for Western Australia in the Sheffield Shield."I was so excited when I heard the news. I thought I had about a 95 per cent chance of opening, so that's where my head went for a couple of weeks and I'm grateful to be at four. What I like is I've got a bit of time.""I've always felt a tou...

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14Jan By source belowNo Comments

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‘I don’t think they took me seriously’: Steve Smith on opening in Tests | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Star Australian batsman Steve Smith revealed that his team initially didn't take him seriously when he expressed his desire to shift to the top of the batting order following David Warner's retirement.Smith shared that considering himself as an opener for the first time in his 13-year Test career occurred during last year's Ashes series against England. This contemplation arose when Warner first hinted at the possibility of retiring from the longest format of the game.Nevertheless, the idea didn't come to fruition until the team arrived in Perth to kick off the Pakistan series last month, when the 34-year-old presented his concept to the national selection committee, which included men's team coach Andrew McDonald."I'd been pushing it for a few weeks, even before Perth ...

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