Michael Vaughan believes India could have beaten Australia in the fifth Test at the SCG and retained the Border-Gavaskar Trophy if Jasprit Bumrah had bowled in the final innings.
‘You can have two’: Aussies’ newest cult hero… and why door is open to shock Test shake-up
Moments after Beau Webster sealed a superb debut by blasting a boundary to secure the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, the Tasmanian raised his right fist into the air in sheer delight.
Cummins gives update on availability for Sri Lanka tour as preparation for WTC Final begins
Australian captain Pat Cummins has admitted he “may struggle” to get over to Sri Lanka for his side’s tour of the sub-continent later this month as he prepares for the birth of his second child.
‘Would have loved to’: Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar snubbed from SCG trophy presentation
Cricket Australia has acknowledged that Indian legend Sunil Gavaskar should have been invited to join former opponent Allan Border on stage to present the trophy named in their honour at the SCG on Sunday afternoon.
‘Don’t want to use the word dream’: Derby hero says reborn Stars targeting finals berth
Melbourne derby hero Hilton Cartwright says the Stars feel “more structured” after winning consecutive Big Bash games for the first time in more than 12 months.
David goes berserk with SIX sixes in epic knock as Hurricanes chase down Strikers’ huge total
The Hobart Hurricanes have beaten the Adelaide Strikers on the back of a brilliant knock from Tim David that included six sixes and three fours at Ninja Stadium.
Forgotten Aussie genius that swung series; verdict on Konstas explosion: Talking Points
It was total carnage with ball in hand for two and a half days in Sydney, but it’s ended in Australia winning back the Border-Gavaskar Trophy with a 3-1 scoreline.
‘Can’t be that soft’: India coach takes sensational swipe at teen star after series loss
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.