Indian coach Gautam Gambhir has hit back at remarks from Australian counterpart Andrew McDonald in response to Sam Konstas’ heated altercation with rival captain Jasprit Bumrah, telling his opponents “you can’t be that soft”.
Three-way fight for Aussies’ best; missing pieces laid bare as big guns under fire: Series ratings
Australia sealed a tense six-wicket victory over India at the SCG to win back the coveted Border-Gavaskar Trophy for the first time in nearly a decade.
‘Can you believe it?’ Stunning Smith heartbreak as Kohli loses plot in rogue crowd taunt
Steve Smith’s quest for 10,000 Test runs has fallen heartbreakingly short again, with the Aussie star dismissed just one run shy of the historic figure on day three of the SCG Test against India.
DYNASTY DELIVERED: India’s decade of dominance over as Australia seals legacy in rapid Sydney classic
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is back in Australia’s possession for the first time in nearly a decade after Travis Head and Beau Webster steered the hosts towards a tense six-wicket victory at the SCG on Sunday.
Massive double century puts South Africa in box seat against Pakistan
South African wicketkeeper Kyle Verreynne said his side “need nine more big wickets” after the Proteas dominated Pakistan on the second day of the second Test against Pakistan at Newlands on Saturday.
Australia coach calls out ‘intimidating’ India celebrations, reveals Konstas chat
Andrew McDonald revealed on Saturday that he had spoken to Sam Konstas after the completion of play on Friday and was clearly bemused by the fact the entire Indian team surrounded him after securing the wicket of Usman Khawaja to end the opening day.
‘Got a spell on him’: Inside King Kohli’s last stand… and one regret he will have after Boland blitz
It was a clash of icons and a contrast in receptions when Scott Boland crossed paths with Virat Kohli for the Indian champion’s final stand at the SCG on Saturday afternoon during what could prove the pivotal session of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
How Aussie trap ended Kohli era with whimper; ‘lottery’ that will decide series: Talking Pts
As the Border-Gavaskar Trophy saw another 15 wickets fall on a chaotic day two in Sydney, India have been thrown their biggest curveball yet this series. But so far, they’ve navigated it under considerable pressure.
‘Massive moment in this series’: India sweat on Bumrah injury as star leaves SCG
Australia’s hopes of wrestling back the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for the first time in a decade could hinge on the ability of Indian superstar Jasprit Bumrah to overcome a back spasm that forced him to hospital in a dramatic second day of the final Test of the series.
‘Not going anywhere’: Sharma breaks silence over SCG call, defiant in face of retirement
Rohit Sharma has set the record straight following his unceremonious omission from India’s Test side for the SCG Test, declaring he chose to stand down for the series decider against Australia.
Derby drama! MONSTER 121m six, crushing drop as Stars break Renegades’ hearts in BBL thriller
The Melbourne Stars have chased down the highest target ever in a Melbourne Derby against the Melbourne Renegades, as several of their big hitters fired in a final-over thriller.
‘Bizarre’: Cricket world divided over ’harsh’ dismissal in Pakistan domestic league
Another day, another bizarre cricket dismissal.
Late twist could cost Australia as fifteen wickets fall in entertaining day to set up SCG Test thriller
Australia is at risk of tripping at the final hurdle in their quest to win back the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after a stunning blitz from Indian wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant on day two of the New Year’s Test at the SCG.
‘He said it’s over’: Great’s ‘big plus’ for Konstas as young gun flicks switch amid ‘target’ fears
Kerry O’Keeffe praised under fire Australian opener Sam Konstas for refusing to react to Indian players after he was dismissed in the first session of day two at the SCG, amid fears he is painting a target on his back.
‘Feeling low’: Brutal day gets even worse for Pakistan as rival scorches mega breakout ton
Ryan Rickelton played a breakthrough innings as South Africa dominated the first day of the second Test against Pakistan at Newlands on Friday.