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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.

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.

Rickelton's double century leads South Africa to 429-5 against Pakistan

Ryan Rickelton smashed his maiden double hundred and Kyle Verreynne made an aggressive half-century as World Test Championship finalist South Africa cruised to 429-5 on Day 2 of the second and final test against Pakistan on Saturday. At lunch, Rickelton was unbeaten on 213 and Verreynne smacked eight fours and four sixes in his 74 not out off 88 balls as they guided South Africa to a strong first innings total by sharing 106-run sixth-wicket unbroken stand. Mohammad Abbas (2-70) got the sole wicket of the session when David Bedingham edged the seamer in Pakistan's fourth over of the morning with the second new ball, giving wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan his fifth catch of the innings. Pakistan twice went for unsuccessful lbw television reviews against Verreynne, who was not only aggressive against the pace but also didn't allow Salman Ali Agha (2-77) to settle down by reverse sweeping the off-spinner. Rickelton, resuming on 176, quietly reached his double century off 265 balls when h

IND vs AUS: Krishna believes pitch still has plenty to offer to bowlers

Prasidh felt Australia's task would not be easy as they would face challenging conditions, including the ball occasionally keeping low

IND vs AUS 5th Test: What is the highest successful run chase in Sydney?

Over its 48-Test match history, the Sydney Cricket Ground has only witnessed six successful 200-plus run chases

IND vs AUS: How will the pitch behave on Day 3? Sydney weather on Jan 5

After watching the ball seam outwards and inwards on the day, the analysts expect the pitch to remain the same on day 3 as well and give the bowlers a helping hand yet again.

IND vs AUS: Rishabh Pant hits second fastest fifty in Test cricket for IND

Coming on to bat on what is a difficult track for batter in Sydney, Pant had his intent clear from the very first ball as he got off the mark with a six against Scott Boland.

Setback for India as Bumrah heads to hospital for scans; Kohli leads India

As day 2 progressed in Sydney, Bumrah was seen going off the field just before lunch and was seen in training gears.

Not in India's Test team plans after IND vs AUS Tests: Selectors told Rohit

With no red-ball cricket lined up before the crucial England tour in June, the question looms large-will Rohit return to the grind of domestic cricket when the Ranji Trophy resumes later this month?

IND vs AUS: How Sydney wicket to behave on Day 2? Weather forecast on Jan 4

The weather forecast for Day 2 of the 5th Test (January 4) between India and Australia is expected to allow the play to flow without any interruptions with less than 5% chances of rain.

India vs Australia Highlights 5th Test Day 1: India bundled out for 185 runs; AUS 9-1 at Stumps

IND vs AUS 5th Test full scorecard: Rishabh Pant was hit on the body 12 times as the southpaw curbed his natural instinct after reports surfaced Gambhir criticised him for rash shot at MCG

End of Rohit's Test career? Shastri, Gavaskar believe MCG was his last Test

Sunil Gavaskar said: "I think it probably means that if India don't qualify for the World Test Championship (WTC) final, the Melbourne Test will be Rohit Sharma's last game."

India vs Australia 5th Test Playing 11, live time, IND vs AUS streaming

India are without their regular captain Rohit Sharma, who dropped himself for the fifth Test. India made two changes in their Playing 11

IND vs AUS 5th Test: Sydney pitch report, India's stats at the SCG

Pitch report by Sunil Gavaskar: "There is a lot of grass on the pitch. The sun is not out and it is very overcast. The new ball will not be easy for the batters"

Australian skipper Pat Cummins likely to miss Test tour against Sri Lanka

In the event that Cummins does miss the tour, either Steve Smith or Travis Head will step up to lead the Australian side.

IND vs AUS, 5th Test: Rohit Sharma dropped; Bumrah to lead - Reports

Jasprit Bumrah had previously captained the team during the first Test in Perth, where India triumphed by a commanding 295-run margin.

India vs Australia 5th Test: What is Sydney weather forecast on Day 1?

According to Syndey weather forecast, there is a chance of rainfall in the morning on January 3. However, the weather is likely to improve as the day progresses, with no forecast of rainfall

Rohit Sharma has earned right to walk away on his own terms: Michael Clarke

Former Australia captain Michael Clarke says India skipper Rohit Sharma has earned the right to walk away from Test cricket on his own terms notwithstanding his barren run with the bat Down Under. Pressure has been gradually building on Rohit who is yet to play a knock of significance in the three Tests he has played so far in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Another stalwart in the team, Virat Kohli, is also facing the heat for repeatedly falling to balls outside the off-stump in the series. "You see that with a number of players -- to some people the captaincy helps for others it doesn't. I certainly think he'll plat at Sydney. I don't think they'll drop him. I think Rohit has earned the right and he's captain. When you are captain you get a little more leeway as well," Clarke told ESPN ahead of the fifth Test beginning here on Friday. "But those numbers don't read great. But they'll allow Rohit to walk away on his own terms. No idea if Sydney will be his last Test. I'm not sure what h

Who is Beau Webster? The new pace all-rounder threat for India in Sydney

Webster's towering height gives him an advantage, particularly as a batter. His extended reach allows him to play shots across a wide arc, especially against spinners.