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Rohit opens up about over-bowling Bumrah

Rohit opens up about over-bowling Bumrah

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Bumrah bowled 53.2 overs at the MCG, the most he has ever bowled in a Test match.

We were not good enough, admits captain Rohit

We were not good enough, admits captain Rohit

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

India captain Rohit Sharma said the 184-run drubbing at the hands of Australia in the fourth Test in Melbourne is 'mentally disturbing'.

Pink Test special: Konstas honours family's cancer battle

Pink Test special: Konstas honours family's cancer battle

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Konstas revealed how his cousin died of leukemia and his grandpa of bowel cancer, and expressed hope the match at SCG would continue to raise awareness about the disease.

'Game Face On' For Young Turks In Perth

'Game Face On' For Young Turks In Perth

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Can the young trio of Dhruv Jurel, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Akash Deep leave a mark in the Border Gavaskar Trophy series?

Confident India eye historic triumph at MCG

Confident India eye historic triumph at MCG

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

The Men in Blue have never won a bilateral ODI contest on Australian soil.

India A to play Australia A ahead of Border Gavaskar Trophy

India A to play Australia A ahead of Border Gavaskar Trophy

Rediff.com28 May 2024

India 'A' will play two first-class matches against Australia 'A' in the run-up to the marquee Border Gavaskar Trophy later this year, CA announced on Tuesday.

MCG cleared for Boxing Day Test

MCG cleared for Boxing Day Test

Rediff.com20 Dec 2004

The world's oldest Test venue was in danger of losing the annual Boxing Day match due to the redevelopment for the 2006 Commonwealth Games.

What An Innings, Nitish Reddy!

What An Innings, Nitish Reddy!

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

It was a proper Test innings, it was of the highest class, and given the circumstances it came in, it was one of the best innings by an Indian batsman in recent memory, applauds Prem Panicker.

We just want to not give it up: Rohit

We just want to not give it up: Rohit

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

'You know, there is still a game to go. If we can play that game well, you know, with 2-2, it is a draw. It will be really nice.'

Will Dhruv Jurel steal the spotlight from Pant?

Will Dhruv Jurel steal the spotlight from Pant?

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

Paine, who coached Australia A in the recent series against India A, witnessed Jurel's exploits in the second 'unofficial' Test where the 23-year-old scored an 80 and 68 at Melbourne.

2nd Test: Expect a rejig in batting order with Rohit's return

2nd Test: Expect a rejig in batting order with Rohit's return

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Rohit's numbers with the willow has been a bit underwhelming during the five home Tests but those were played on difficult tracks.

Awkward Bumrah is 'The Terminator'

Awkward Bumrah is 'The Terminator'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

Former Pakistan skipper Wasim Akram explained how Bumrah's release point is at least a foot closer to the batters than any other bowler, making it that much difficult to pick the length.

Kishan, umpire clash over ball change; India A lose

Kishan, umpire clash over ball change; India A lose

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

India A wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan was embroiled in a ball-change controversy, facing accusations of 'inappropriate behaviour' during their seven-wicket defeat to Australia A.

'I have done the work from last two-three years to be here'

'I have done the work from last two-three years to be here'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

The sacrifices made by his family is well documented and the Australian media was also keen to know about the man behind the player and the role of his father Mutyalu.

Cummins hails 'gutsy' teammates in MCG win

Cummins hails 'gutsy' teammates in MCG win

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

'It just speaks volumes for the team at the moment. Everyone would do anything for each other so we're in a really good place.'

How India can qualify for WTC Final after Gabba draw

How India can qualify for WTC Final after Gabba draw

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

The Rohit Sharma-led team has two Tests left in Australia, and their fate is still in their hands.

India's two rare Test triumphs at MCG

India's two rare Test triumphs at MCG

Rediff.com25 Dec 2007

As Team India prepares to take on the mighty Kangaroos in their own land in Melbourne on the Boxing Day, it may be interesting to go down memory lane and remember our two remarkable victories at this historic venue.

PIX: Australia have India tottering after Smith century

PIX: Australia have India tottering after Smith century

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Images from Day 2 of the fourth Test between Australia and India at the MCG on Friday.

Bumrah alone stands between Australia and glory

Bumrah alone stands between Australia and glory

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Jasprit Bumrah embodies the qualities of pace legends such as Dennis Lillee, Andy Roberts and Richard Hadlee

Australia to bid farewell to lovable rogue Warne at MCG

Australia to bid farewell to lovable rogue Warne at MCG

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

Much of Warne's life resonates for Australians, most of whom would identify with his suburban upbringing and his determination to live life to the fullest.

Fit-again Rahul to open in Perth Test; Bumrah to lead

Fit-again Rahul to open in Perth Test; Bumrah to lead

Rediff.com17 Nov 2024

K L Rahul eases concerns surrounding his fitness ahead of the first Test against Australia, starting in Perth, by batting comfortably in the nets on Sunday.

Boxing Day Test: Jadeja says top-order needs to fire

Boxing Day Test: Jadeja says top-order needs to fire

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

Star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has called for an improved performance from India's batting unit in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne, saying the lack of runs from the top-order builds pressure on the lower-order.

End of the Road? Rohit's Test career in the balance

End of the Road? Rohit's Test career in the balance

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Questions are mounting on when the 37-year-old India captain will finally call time on his Test career.

PIX: Bumrah leads India's fightback after Konstas show

PIX: Bumrah leads India's fightback after Konstas show

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Images from Day 1 of the fourth Test between Australia and India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday.

Gambhir and Rohit's SCG snub sparks chaos

Gambhir and Rohit's SCG snub sparks chaos

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

Gautam Gambhir, Rohit Sharma ignore each other on match eve

'Only criteria to be in that dressing room is performance'

'Only criteria to be in that dressing room is performance'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

Despite the challenging build-up, Gambhir said he is "extremely confident" of retaining the Border Gavaskar Trophy. The players will hope to be as confident as they prepare for the fight to keep their World Test Final chances alive.

No green top at MCG

No green top at MCG

Rediff.com23 Dec 2007

In what is sure to come as music to the visitors' ears, pitch doctor Tony Ware virtually ruled out a green top at the MCG and advocated the inclusion of left-arm spinner Brad Hogg for the Boxing Day Test between India and Australia.

Abbott and Webster content to be 'around the big boys'

Abbott and Webster content to be 'around the big boys'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Sean Abbott and Beau Webster, seasoned domestic cricketers, remain on the fringes of Australia's Test squad

New Zealanders expected to pack MCG for rare Boxing Day Test

New Zealanders expected to pack MCG for rare Boxing Day Test

Rediff.com24 Dec 2019

Officials said they were projecting a crowd in excess of 78,000 on the opening day of the traditional Boxing Day fixture, the largest attendance at the ground for a non-Ashes Test.

MCG Test: Australia wary of India's 'dangerous players'

MCG Test: Australia wary of India's 'dangerous players'

Rediff.com25 Dec 2020

Australian captain Tim Paine said a 'proud' cricketing nation like India is not going to roll over in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne like they did in the series opener in Adelaide and singled out KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant as potential threats.

PIX: Kohli's masterclass sinks Pakistan at MCG

PIX: Kohli's masterclass sinks Pakistan at MCG

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

Virat Kohli was magnificent at the death, finishing 82 not out after digging India out of trouble

Shastri-Srikkanth At MCG After 37 Years

Shastri-Srikkanth At MCG After 37 Years

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

'Great to be back at the G with my World Championship 1985 buddy after 37 years. Goosebumps... @KrisSrikkanth'.

SEE: Family bid farewell to Dean Jones with lap of MCG

SEE: Family bid farewell to Dean Jones with lap of MCG

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

Jones, known affectionately as 'Deano' by the global cricket community, played 52 Tests and 164 ODIs.

'If India's big boys step up Australia has a problem'

'If India's big boys step up Australia has a problem'

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

For Shastri, India's recent successes in Test cricket have often been defined by the stubbornness and resilience of the tail-enders.

Has Australia Found New Test Opener?

Has Australia Found New Test Opener?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

Nathan McSweeney is on the brink of a major debut, set to partner Usman Khawaja as Australia's opening batters in the series against India.

Bumrah shines as India crush Australia at MCG

Bumrah shines as India crush Australia at MCG

Rediff.com30 Dec 2018

India took giant strides towards winning their first ever series on Australian soil in seven decades by retaining the Border-Gavaskar Trophy with a comprehensive 137-run win in the third Test in Melbourne on Sunday.

'Tumko Bat Chahiye?': How Kohli's gesture inspired Akash Deep

'Tumko Bat Chahiye?': How Kohli's gesture inspired Akash Deep

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

Akash Deep reveals how Virat Kohli offered him one of his bats -- a bat that scripted a rare happy memory during India's otherwise devastating tour of Australia.

Get lost: Gavaskar clears the air on his MCG walkout

Get lost: Gavaskar clears the air on his MCG walkout

Rediff.com1 Jan 2021

Gavaskar opened up on the moment that almost led India to forfeit the match they would famously go on to win.

Starc on fire but Smith's struggles continue ahead of BGT

Starc on fire but Smith's struggles continue ahead of BGT

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Key players, such as pacer Mitchell Starc, are hitting form at the right time, while star batter Steve Smith is facing early setbacks in his preparations.

MCG crowds warned for ODIs

MCG crowds warned for ODIs

Rediff.com11 Dec 2002