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Rohit Sharma can't contain his laughter during Ravi Shastri's toss commentary - WATCH

NEW DELHI: Former India head coach and cricketer Ravi Shastri is famous for his energetic and passionate commentary, which adds an electrifying touch to the cricket field. At the toss during the second Test between India and Australia in Adelaide, Shastri once again showcased his charismatic style. His lively and…

The Times of India · Dec 6, 2024

India vs Australia: How left is not right for Yashasvi Jaiswal

NEW DELHI: India's young batting sensation Yashasvi Jaiswal had a disappointing outing on the opening day of the pink-ball Test in Adelaide as he was dismissed off Mitchell Starc's first ball. This marked a worrying continuation of his struggles against left-arm pacers in Test cricket, raising concerns about a potential…

The Times of India · Dec 6, 2024

IND vs AUS: 3 wickets in 16 balls! KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill fall in quick succession

NEW DELHI: Australia paceman Mitchell Starc breathed fire, dismissing star batters KL Rahul and Virat Kohli in consecutive overs while Scott Boland trapped Shubman Gill plumb in front as India were left reeling with three blows in 16 balls, late in the first session on Day 1 of the the…

The Times of India · Dec 6, 2024

Konstas makes another statement with more runs for NSW

Test hopeful Sam Konstas has gone to stumps unbeaten on 55 in NSW's Sheffield Shield match against Western Australia, helping put the Blues on top at the SCG.

AAP · Dec 6, 2024

Firebrands and falsettos: the fight to fill Simon Birmingham’s SA Senate spot

Adelaide city councillor Henry Davis, who parodied the lord mayor this week by dressing in drag, to challenge Alex Antic-installed frontrunner

The Guardian - AU · Dec 6, 2024

Australia’s bowling quartet ripe for change with India on song for Adelaide Test

The most successful attack in history holds few fears for the tourists but the day-night clash looms as the worst time to break up the foursome

The Guardian - AU · Dec 5, 2024

From 'Awesome Adelaide' to 36 all out: How India have fared at the venue

NEW DELHI: With an astounding victory in the first Test against Australia in Perth, the Indian cricket team is on a high. But now that's in the past and the second Test is set to get underway at the Adelaide Oval from December 6.

The Times of India · Dec 5, 2024

Buoyant India aim to prove a point in pink ball Test against Australia

NEW DELHI: As India searches for the ideal combination to put the pressure on an injured but renownedly resilient Australia in the day/night Test that begins in Adelaide on Friday, Rohit Sharma will step back to lead from the front.

The Times of India · Dec 5, 2024

What is Australia’s Test record at the Adelaide Oval?

Australia have played 82 Tests at the Adelaide Oval. They have won 45 of those, lost 18, and have drawn 19. Australia's last match at this ground was in January 2024, against the West Indies. The Aussies won by 10 wickets.

The Times of India · Dec 5, 2024

How Rohit Sharma has fared in middle order in Test cricket

NEW DELHI: India's captain Rohit Sharma confirmed that he will bat in the middle order during the second Test against Australia, starting Friday at the Adelaide Oval. The day-night match will see KL Rahul continuing as Yashasvi Jaiswal's opening partner after the duo's impressive performance in the first Test in…

The Times of India · Dec 5, 2024