Sydney Test: 200 may not be a defendable target without Bumrah, says Gavaskar

IANS | January 4, 2025 6:08 PM

Sydney, Jan 4 (IANS) With India holding a 145-run lead over Australia at the end of Day 2 of the final Test match, a lot of questions are surrounding whether India's skipper and premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah will be able to take part in what is expected to be the final day’s proceedings in the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 at the Sydney Cricket Ground here on Sunday.

The way India celebrated around Konstas was quite intimidating: McDonald

IANS | January 4, 2025 5:30 PM

Sydney, Jan 4 (IANS) Australia head coach Andrew McDonald accused India of intimidating 19-year-old opener Sam Konstas with the way visitors surrounded him at the end of Day 1 of the fifth Test in an intimidating celebration.

Harbhajan Singh to spin magic for Haryana Gladiators in Legend 90 League

IANS | January 4, 2025 4:44 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) Former India spinner and Mumbai Indians captain Harbhajan Singh is all set to represent Haryana Gladiators in the upcoming Legend 90 League, which is scheduled to be played in February 2025. Harbhajan, a veteran of 103 Tests and 236 ODIs, will bring his unmatched experience and skillset to the Gladiators, making them a team to watch in this innovative tournament.

Not surprised by Boland's performances, says coach McDonald after pacer claims 8 wickets

IANS | January 4, 2025 4:35 PM

Sydney, Jan 4 (IANS) Australia head coach Andrew McDonald is not surprised with his pacer Scott Boland's eight-wicket haul in the ongoing fifth Test against India at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Saturday.

Scott Boland got a spell on Virat Kohli, says Waugh

IANS | January 4, 2025 2:33 PM

Sydney, Jan 4 (IANS) Australian pacer Scott Boland wrecked havoc on India’s top order as he dismissed Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul and Virat Kohli to send the visitors into a tailspin before Rishabh Pant steadied the innings with his fantastic knock of 61 in the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavskar Trophy, here at Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).

Saim Ayub ruled out for six weeks with ankle fracture

IANS | January 4, 2025 2:19 PM

Cape Town, Jan 4 (IANS) Pakistan opener Saim Ayub has been ruled out of competitive cricket for up to six weeks due to a right ankle fracture sustained while fielding on the opening day of the second Test against South Africa at Newlands on Friday.

5th Test: Chose to stand down in best interest of the team, reveals Rohit

IANS | January 4, 2025 8:54 AM

Sydney, Jan 4 (IANS) India captain Rohit Sharma cleared all speculation regarding him not playing the ongoing Sydney Test against Australia, saying he chose "stand down" from the match purely because his batting form hasn’t been good and that it was in the best interest of the team to have more in-form players.

Delhi Royals' owners exude confidence ahead of Legend 90 League kick-off

IANS | January 3, 2025 10:40 PM

New Delhi, Jan 3 (IANS) Delhi Royals team is gearing up for an exciting journey in the upcoming season of the Legend 90 League which is set to be played in February 2025. The Delhi-based franchise has exuded confidence about its team's performance in the upcoming League.

BBL 2024-25: Bancroft, Sams suffer concussions after nasty on-field collision

IANS | January 3, 2025 8:00 PM

Perth, Jan 3 (IANS) A dramatic collision between Cameron Bancroft and Daniel Sams brought a halt to the Big Bash League (BBL) match between the Perth Scorchers and Sydney Thunder at Optus Stadium. The incident occurred during the 16th over of the Scorchers' innings, leaving both players concussed and requiring immediate medical attention.

Zimbabwe to host Ireland for a multi-format series in February

IANS | January 3, 2025 7:22 PM

Harare, Jan 3 (IANS) Zimbabwe Cricket has announced a seven-match, all-format series against Ireland, set to take place in February 2025. This much-anticipated tour will kick off with a one-off Test match in Bulawayo from February 6 to 10, followed by three ODIs and three T20Is in Harare. The series represents a significant opportunity for Zimbabwe to regain momentum after a challenging home series against Afghanistan. Despite securing a draw in the rain-affected first Test, Zimbabwe fell short in the white-ball series, losing the T20Is 2-1 and the ODI series 2-0.