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Judge what you see, Sammy to TV umpire during WI vs AUS Test in Barbados

Sammy admitted the repeated nature of questionable calls was making it harder to trust the process. While he stopped short of confirming a formal complaint, he hinted that discussions were underway

Can Arshdeep be ideal replacement for Bumrah in India's playing 11 vs ENG?

Arshdeep Singh already has plenty of experience with the red ball in England due to his time with Kent in county cricket

ICC introduces new rule stop clock in new World Test Championship cycle

The ICC has introduced stop clock in Test cricket to deal with slow over rates while allowing fielding teams to decide which batter should be on strike in case of a deliberate' short-run as part of the playing conditions for 2025-27 World Test Championship cycle. The new rules have been implemented from the 2025-2027 World Test Championship which got underway with the first of the two Tests between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in Galle. According to the ICC Test Match Playing Conditions on the governing body's website, the use of the stop clock like in limited-overs cricket has been implemented to eradicate the issue of slow over-rate. The fielding side shall be ready to start each over within 60 seconds of the previous over being completed. An electronic clock will be displayed at the ground that counts up seconds from zero to 60, the ICC said. The fielding side will thus be given two warnings and in case of a third infraction, the batting side will be awarded with five penalty ...

Why Archer won't return to England Playing 11 for second Test vs India?

In his first first-class appearance in four years, Archer bowled 18 overs, returned 1 for 32, and dismissed opener Emilio Gay

Will England risk bringing Jofra Archer back for the 2nd Test vs India?

Former England cricketer Michael Vaughan spoke about whether the pacer should be put straight into the playing eleven for the 2nd Test at Edgbaston or not and he didn't look to supportive of the fact.

Jasprit Bumrah Out? India's options for 2nd England Test explained

With just days to go before the second Test in Birmingham, the team may face an even tougher challenge, playing without their premier fast bowler, Jasprit Bumrah.

Here's why Ashwin wants Rishabh Pant to convert hundreds to double tons

Ashwin praised Rishabh Pant's twin centuries, suggesting they were among the standout performances in recent times. However, he argued that comparisons with MS Dhoni are misplaced.

Are Rishabh Pant's valiant efforts rewriting how Test cricket is played?

Pant's audacious shot selection has often left fans holding their breath in matches but has given him the results he wants as well on multiple occasions.

14 wickets fell on Day 1 in Barbados: Check WI vs AUS 1st Test highlights

Australia, playing their first Test in the Caribbean in a decade, were left stunned as 14 wickets tumbled in a single day - the most on an opening day at the venue since 2011.

Harshit Rana released from India squad ahead of second England Test

Rana, 23, was initially a surprise inclusion in the squad, given his limited red-ball experience and mixed performances.

West Indies vs Australia 1st Test Playing 11, toss time and live streaming

The two teams last faced each other in a two-match Test series in Australia, which ended in a 1-1 draw.

Nasser Hussain critiques Gill's debut, says lacked Rohit-Virat's aura

Despite five Indian batters registering centuries across both innings, India failed to seal the game, leading to questions around on-field leadership.

Managing Jasprit Bumrah's workload important for us: Gautam Gambhir

When asked specifically about vice-captain Pant's back-to-back centuries, Gambhir brushed off the praise.

Kuldeep could be the X-factor for India: Ex-ENG cricketer Monty Panesar

India suffered a defeat in the opening Test at Headingley as England successfully chased 371, powered by Ben Duckett's 149.

Flat pitch to no Plan B: Five reasons why India lost 1st Test vs England

Ben Duckett's audacious 149 set the tone, while composed support from Zak Crawley, Joe Root and debutant Jamie Smith completed the second highest successful chase in England's Test history

India vs England 2nd Test: Date, time, playing XI changes, venue, streaming

If the Indian team management opts for another all-rounder, Nitish Kumar Reddy is expected to be a like-for-like replacement in India's Playing XI for the second Test.

Gill to Kohli: Full list of Indian captains who lost their debut Test

Notably, the last two captains, i.e., Gill and Bumrah, have both lost their debut game to England while defending a target in excess of 350 runs.

ENG vs IND 1st Test: England triumphed in batter's fest at Headingley

The last time India lost a Test defending 350-plus was back in 2022, also against England, who chased down the 378-run target at Birmingham.

England vs India HIGHLIGHTS, 1st Test, Day 5: England beat India by 5 wickets to 1-0 up in series

ENG vs IND HIGHLIGHTS: This is only the second time India have lost a match defending 350 plus in the final innings (Both against England)

Will rain in Leeds help India draw ENG vs IND 1st Test? Weather updates

The play on Day 5 of the India vs England 1st Test can extend till 11:45 PM IST. When rain stopped play in the second session, England needed 165 runs with 10 wickets in hand to win