News for 'Melbourne Test'

Smith one of the greats of the game: Bumrah

Smith one of the greats of the game: Bumrah

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

India's champion pacer says bowling to Steve Smith has always been a challenge.

I wasn't in frame of mind to take charge: Pant

I wasn't in frame of mind to take charge: Pant

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

Rishabh Pant scored a watchful 98-ball 40 in India's 185 all out on the opening day in Sydney.

Sinner eyes clay and grass glory after Aus Open win

Sinner eyes clay and grass glory after Aus Open win

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Jannik Sinner set his sights on mastering clay and grass courts to make himself a complete player

Verstappen's reign over? 94-YO predicts F1 upset

Verstappen's reign over? 94-YO predicts F1 upset

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

Bernie Ecclestone says his money is still on Red Bull's Max Verstappen to win the Formula One championship

Melbourne on standby as COVID wreaks havoc in Sydney

Melbourne on standby as COVID wreaks havoc in Sydney

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

The third Test venue has been the subject of debate after a new community outbreak emerged in Sydney's northern beach suburbs late last week.

Cricket Australia reiterate interest in hosting Indo-Pak Test series

Cricket Australia reiterate interest in hosting Indo-Pak Test series

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

CA's head of scheduling Peter Roach acknowledged said they are not averse to idea of hosting on tri-series ODI, involving India and Pakistan, like it happened back in 1999-2000 season, though he admitted that it will be difficult to squeeze in a series in an already choc-a-bloc calendar.

Travis Head's fitness under scrutiny?

Travis Head's fitness under scrutiny?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

Travis Head played down concerns over his fitness after appearing to struggle with a potential groin issue

Teen Konstas excited to face Indian challenge

Teen Konstas excited to face Indian challenge

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

'I've got a few plans against those (Indian) bowlers. Feeling like I'm moving really nice and hopefully I get that opportunity.'

Aussies announce Boxing Day XI

Aussies announce Boxing Day XI

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Teenager Konstas to make debut in fourth Test against India

'Haas Ke Baat Nahi Karna Inse'

'Haas Ke Baat Nahi Karna Inse'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

The opening day of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground saw its share of thrilling moments, the stump mic provided a unique insight into the intensity within the Indian camp.

How Sam Konstas' father unknowingly prepared his son for tough battles

How Sam Konstas' father unknowingly prepared his son for tough battles

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Konstas lived up to the hype around his talent by smashing an impressive 60 off 65 balls when the Boxing Day Test

What's ailing South African Cricket?

What's ailing South African Cricket?

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

South Africa lost Faf du Plessis and Quinton de Kock among several experienced batters in recent years, leaving Elgar and Temba Bavuma to shoulder a heavy burden.

VOTE: Can Jaiswal Succeed In Australia?

VOTE: Can Jaiswal Succeed In Australia?

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

'He has not played in Australia, or at least he has not played in Perth in a Test match on a wicket that bounces.'

Mitch Marsh's unconventional batting tactics for Pakistan Tests

Mitch Marsh's unconventional batting tactics for Pakistan Tests

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

The upcoming three-match series, starting December 14, is part of the World Test Championship.

'No plans of India-Pakistan Test series anywhere'

'No plans of India-Pakistan Test series anywhere'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

According to ESPNcricinfo, MCC chief executive Stuart Fox spoke on SEN radio on day 4 of the second Test between Australia and South Africa and said that the club, as well as the Victoria government, had made an inquiry with CA about hosting a neutral Test.

Wimbledon PIX: Alcaraz, Sabalenka survive heat, opponents

Wimbledon PIX: Alcaraz, Sabalenka survive heat, opponents

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

IMAGES from Day 1 of 2025 Wimbledon Championships played at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, on Monday.

Nitish, Jurel Explore Australia

Nitish, Jurel Explore Australia

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

As the team prepares for the Test series, it's clear they're making the most of both their training and the local sights.

I haven't given up on Tests: Maxwell

I haven't given up on Tests: Maxwell

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Australia star allrounder Glenn Maxwell has said he has not yet 'given up' on his hopes for Test cricket following his spectacular performance in their ODI World Cup triumph.

Shami's comeback confirmed! Set to fire in Australia

Shami's comeback confirmed! Set to fire in Australia

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Mohammed Shami is set to compete in the last two Tests of the ongoing series against Australia with his playing kit already headed Down Under

'Kohli Will Play For 3, 4 Years. Rohit?'

'Kohli Will Play For 3, 4 Years. Rohit?'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

'It's not really up to Rohit Sharma.' 'The chairman of selectors has the power to do what's best for Indian cricket, so it's not so much about Rohit himself deciding what should be the future.'

Rohit's Nightmare Continues: 22 Runs in 4 Innings

Rohit's Nightmare Continues: 22 Runs in 4 Innings

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

As India continues to struggle in the series, the pressure is mounting on Rohit to rediscover his rhythm and lead from the front.

'Team's Mr Fix-It Must Be Named, Shamed'

'Team's Mr Fix-It Must Be Named, Shamed'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

An unnamed senior player, who has projected himself as 'Mr. Fix-It,' is said to harbour doubts about the readiness of younger teammates to assume leadership roles.

Konstas has streaks of Warner

Konstas has streaks of Warner

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Katich agrees that if Mitchell Marsh isn't contributing with the ball, then Australia's National Selection Panel will need to have a look at the combination considering the all-rounder's poor returns with the bat.

Root has Ashes century in his sights in Melbourne

Root has Ashes century in his sights in Melbourne

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

Captain Joe Root has already plundered an English record 1,630 Test runs in 2021 and has two half-centuries in the Ashes series so far with 89 in Brisbane and 62 in Adelaide as his side slipped to two heavy defeats.

Aus Open PIX: Sabalenka, Gauff through to last 8

Aus Open PIX: Sabalenka, Gauff through to last 8

Rediff.com19 Jan 2025

Images from Day 8 of the Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Sunday.

Aus Open PIX: Swiatek, Raducanu, Fritz advance

Aus Open PIX: Swiatek, Raducanu, Fritz advance

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

Images from Day 5 of the 2025 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Thursday.

Padikkal Hoping To Make Opportunity Count

Padikkal Hoping To Make Opportunity Count

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

'If he can get into that mindset -- which he has; he has got a lot of skill, a lot of flair and works hard on his game.'

'Don't Know What Rahul Was Thinking!

'Don't Know What Rahul Was Thinking!

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

K L Rahul's embarrassing dismissal was the talking point as India A's top batters flopped once again in the second innings of the second unofficial Test against Australia A.

Aus Open PIX: Fritz; Rybakina cruise; Navarro survives

Aus Open PIX: Fritz; Rybakina cruise; Navarro survives

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Images from Day 3 of the 2025 Australian Open in Melbourne on Tuesday.

'Chainsawed at 9999': Smith on brutal SCG pitch

'Chainsawed at 9999': Smith on brutal SCG pitch

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Steve Smith has said he had never encountered a wicket like the one at the SCG

India's weak bowling could cost series: Pujara warns

India's weak bowling could cost series: Pujara warns

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

The Indian team in Australia lacks a bowling attack that is good enough to take 20 wickets in a Test, Cheteshwar Pujara said

Washout Time For India Down Under

Washout Time For India Down Under

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

This period saw big stars of the likes of Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev fade into the sunset while it was witness to the birth of slew of young Indian cricketers that made their mark home and abroad.

Report Card: Bumrah 10/10; Rohit 0/10

Report Card: Bumrah 10/10; Rohit 0/10

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Jasprit Bumrah emerged as the lone bright spot with a record haul of 32 wickets.

1st T20I: Dew factor could see Bishnoi miss out

1st T20I: Dew factor could see Bishnoi miss out

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

It could also open the door for in-form Andhra all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, who scored a historic maiden Test century during the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.

'Warner should have quit after Sydney Test'

'Warner should have quit after Sydney Test'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting feels David Warner will have it tough to fight back into the team given his barren run with the bat.

Rohit's Slump, Kohli's Misjudgment: How India Crumbled At The MCG!

Rohit's Slump, Kohli's Misjudgment: How India Crumbled At The MCG!

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

When you are defending to save a game, a loose delivery comes along and you suddenly opt to play an attacking shot, you are unlikely to hit as well as if you were playing your naturally aggressive game all along. First Pant, then Jaiswal, found that out the costly way, observes Prem Panicker.

Australia's Mind Games Cause Gill's Fall

Australia's Mind Games Cause Gill's Fall

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

Shubman Gill fell to a bizarre dismissal to a loose shot off the final ball of the morning session.

Cummins hopes for improved batting at 'non-traditional' SCG

Cummins hopes for improved batting at 'non-traditional' SCG

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

Young Sam Konstas took the world by surprise with his aggressive approach in the Boxing Day Test, and the skipper lauded the teenager's adaptability.

Play like you're taking a bullet for your country: Gambhir's advice to Nitish

Play like you're taking a bullet for your country: Gambhir's advice to Nitish

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

'When Nathan Lyon was bowling I saw two or three balls without any drift. So, I thought of taking on Lyon so that we get some quick runs.'

PIX: Rain forces draw at Gabba after India bowlers rattle Aus

PIX: Rain forces draw at Gabba after India bowlers rattle Aus

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

IMAGES from Day 5 of the 3rd Test played at The Gabba in Brisbane on Wednesday.