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SL vs AUS: Steve Smith to lead Australia in Pat Cummins' absence

Nathan McSweeney was recalled to Australia's test squad on Thursday to tour Sri Lanka, less than three weeks after being dropped from the top order. Australia's selectors announced their squad Thursday for the two-test tour, with several fresh faces added to the group that played India in Sydney last week. Australia won the five-test series 3-1 a nd clinched a spot in the World Test Championship against South Africa at Lord's in June. Steve Smith will lead the squad to Sri Lanka while regular skipper Pat Cummins is on leave as his wife awaits the birth of the couple's second child. Australia's selectors concentrated on spin for the two Sri Lanka tests, with uncapped 21-year-old Cooper Connolly among the seven full or part-time slow bowling options in the 16-man squad. Connolly, a left-arm allrounder, has represented Australia in limited-overs cricket and has been called up for his maiden test campaign along with specialist spinners Todd Murphy and Matthew Kuhnemann. McSweeney scor

Sydney satisfactory, others very good: ICC in pitch ratings for BGT 2024-25

Roach pointed out that the SCG pitch aimed to showcase early pace and bounce, which would naturally wear and spin as the game progressed

Shastri and Ponting question BCCI about Shami's exclusion from 2024-25 BGT

Ponting believes that the pacer has the potential to turn the tide in India's favour from tough situations

Ponting showers praise on Bumrah for exceptional series against Australia

The star Indian pacer was the highest wicket-taker in the series, with 32 scalps under his name

IND vs AUS: Top five controversies during 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy

From Siraj vs Head to Kohli vs Konstas, check out the top controversial moments from the India vs Australia series

Gavaskar wants BCCI to have a day dedicated to charity like ENG and AUS

Gavaskar said BCCI donates a lot of money to charity, but no one knows about their good deeds

Gavaskar believes India needs players who want to earn a name for the team

Sunil Gavaskar admits that more players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Nitish Kumar Reddy are required in the Indian squad, who are young and hungry to score runs

IND vs AUS: You can't be soft in tough men's sport, says Gautam Gambhir

The head coach of team India, Gautam Gambhir, lambasts Australia's reaction to Bumrah-Konstas banter in Sydney

IND vs AUS: Each and every venue was incredible - Cummins after BGT triumph

The captain also emphasized the bond and camaraderie within the team, acknowledging how much fun they had playing together.

IND vs AUS: 5 reasons why India failed to retain the Border Gavaskar Trophy

India's loss in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy was a combination of factors, including lack of runs from key players, questionable team selections, and a lack of aggression.

BGT 2024-25 stats: Who is highest wicket-taker in India vs Australia Tests?

Another player who impressed, for the Aussies was Scott Boland who was also given the man of the match for the Sydney Test as well.

Border Gavaskar Trophy winners lists with captains; Key BGT 2024-25 stats

A saga of grit and glory: The tale of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy

BGT 2024-25 stats: Who is highest run-getter in India vs Australia Tests?

From centuries to key partnerships, these players showcased incredible skill and determination to counter the challenges posed by fierce competition and difficult conditions.

India vs Australia 5th Test highlights: Aussies beat India by 6 wickets, clinch series 3-1

With this win, Australia joins an elite list of teams to have simultaneously held series titles against all nine opponents, excluding Afghanistan and Ireland.

WTC 2025 points table: AUS vs SA final on June 11; India knocked out

South Africa vs Australia WTC final 2025, which starts on June 11, will be hosted by Lord's Cricket Ground in London.

Why is India wearing a Pink-striped jersey on Day 3 of IND vs AUS 5th Test?

The Day 3 of a Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground is called a Pink Day and not even players but the crowds also wear something Pink

IND vs AUS 5th Test: India clueless as Bumrah doesn't turn to bowl at SCG

Australia made full use of Bumrah's absence and scored 39 runs in 4 overs while chasing 162 runs to win. Prasidh finally stood out and got rid of extra aggressive Sam Konstas.

India vs Australia HIGHLIGHTS 5th Test Day 2: Boland gets 4; IND 141-6

5th Test Day 2 | IND vs AUS HIGHLIGHTS: Pant's fiery fifty helped India take their lead past 140 on Day 2 with all to play for on Day 3 now. Sundar and Jadeja are at the crease.

What will be the apt winning total for Australia in Bumrah's absence?

Sunil Gavaskar believes that India needs to add 40 extra runs if Bumrah is unable to feature with the ball in the fourth innings of the Test

IND vs AUS: The team should be above individuals, says Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma said the essence of a team lies in the collective effort of all 11 players working together towards a common goal