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How Boring It Would Be Without The Showman: Pietersen Backs Kohli Amid MCG Controversy
The International Cricket Council: Virat Kohli’s on-field theatrics have taken centerstage in the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, with the Indian superstar making headlines for his fiery confrontations, a costly run-out mix-up, and his resilience with the bat. Former England captain Kevin Pietersen, came out in support of Kohli, praising the 36-year-old for bringing theatre to the game.
The drama began on the opening day of the fourth Test when Kohli collided with Australian debutant Sam Konstas during a fiery moment on the field. The 19-year-old Konstas, unfazed by the incident, exchanged words with Kohli, escalating the tension. As Kohli turned back to confront Konstas, umpire Michael Gough and Usman Khawaja had to intervene to defuse the situation.
"Virat creating theatre down under! Let’s GO! Imagine how boring it would be without the Showman! And he’s earned EVERYTHING with his runs over his career! Many would end their successful international careers with a 1/4 of what he’s achieved…." Pietersen posted on X.
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4th Test: Yashasvi Jaiswal's Run Out Gives Australia Edge At MCG, Says Steve Smith
Melbourne Cricket Ground: Australia’s Steve Smith credited a last-session breakthrough, including the dramatic run-out of Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal at the end of the second day's play as the turning point in the Boxing Day Test that could decide the outcome of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. Smith highlighted the mix-up between Jaiswal and Virat Kohli as a "huge play" that shifted momentum decisively in Australia's favour. “It looks like Jaiswal called ‘yes’ and ran and Virat sent him back. It is as simple as that,” Smith said after the second day's play.
'Age Catching Up With Rohit', Opines Gavaskar As Indian Skipper's Poor Form Continues
Boxing Day Test: Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar raised concerns over Rohit Sharma's diminishing reflexes, suggesting that age might be catching up with the Indian skipper after his lazy dismissal in the ongoing Boxing Day Test against Australia on Friday.
Gavaskar Calls For Siraj To Be Dropped, Says 'Be Brutally Upfront' With Him
Border Gavaskar Trophy: Legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar shared a brutally honest review of the underperforming pacer Mohammed Siraj and called for the left-arm pacer to be dropped from the Indian side after a string of poor outings in the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy series.
Sachin Tendulkar Accepts Honorary Cricket Membership Of Melbourne Cricket Club
Yorkshire County Cricket Club: Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC) has announced that legendary India batter Sachin Tendulkar has accepted its Honorary Cricket Membership. The MCC was founded in 1838 and is one of the oldest sports clubs in Australia.
4th Test: Australia In Driver's Seat After Smith’s 140 And India’s Batting Meltdown (Ld)
Boxing Day Test: Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli shared a 102-run stand for the third wicket before the duo fell quickly in a sensational late collapse as India ended day two’s play at 164/5 in 46 overs and trail Australia by 310 runs in the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday.
4th Test: Late India Batting Collapse Puts Australia Into Commanding Position At The MCG
Boxing Day Test: Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli shared a 102-run stand for the third wicket, before the duo fell quickly in a sensational late collapse as India ended day two’s play at 164/5 in 46 overs and trail Australia by 310 runs in the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
பாக்ஸிங் டே டெஸ்ட்: சதத்தை தவறவிட்ட ஜெய்ஸ்வால்; பேட்டிங்கில் மீண்டும் சொதப்பும் இந்தியா!
ஆஸ்திரேலிய அணிக்கு எதிரான பாக்ஸிங் டே டெஸ்ட் போட்டியின் இரண்டாம் நாள் ஆட்டநேர முடிவில் இந்திய அணி 5 விக்கெட்டுகளை இழந்து 164 ரன்களைச் சேர்த்துள்ளது.
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ராகுலை க்ளீன் போல்டாக்கிய பாட் கம்மின்ஸ் - வைரலாகும் காணொளி!
ஆஸ்திரேலிய அணிக்கு எதிரான பாக்ஸிங் டே கிரிக்கெட் போட்டியில் இந்திய வீரர் கேஎல் ராகுல் விக்கெட்டை இழந்த காணொளி இணையத்தில் வைரலாகி வருகிறது.
4th Test: You've To Be Switched On, Says Ponting On Rohit’s Dismissal
Boxing Day Test: Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting was critical of the tame shot India captain Rohit Sharma played that led to his dismissal off Pat Cummins on day two of the Boxing Day Test, saying one has to be switched on and make good decisions when facing a formidable bowling line-up.
'Architect Of Economic Transformation': Sports Fraternity Mourns Loss Of Former PM Manmohan Singh
Prime Minister Shri Manmohan Singh: Sports fraternity condoled the demise of "visionary leader and the architect of economic transformation" former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.
4th Test: Cummins Removes Rohit, Rahul As India Trail Australia By 423 Runs At Tea
Skipper Pat Cummins: Skipper Pat Cummins struck twice to dismiss Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul as India reached 51/2 in 15 overs, trailing Australia by 423 runs at tea on day two of Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday.
எதிர்பாராத விதமாக விக்கெட்டை இழந்த ஸ்மித்; வைரலாகும் காணொளி!
இந்திய அணிக்கு எதிரான நான்காவது டெஸ்ட் போட்டியில் சதமடித்து அசத்திய ஸ்டீவ் ஸ்மித் எதிர்பாராத விதமாக விக்கெட்டை இழந்த காணொளி இணையத்தில் வைரலாகி வருகிறது.
4th Test: Shastri Asks Team India 'What Was The Need For Two Spinners If You Don't Trust Them?’
Boxing Day Test: Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has questioned the Rohit Sharma-led side over playing two spinners in Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar if they weren’t to be trusted much with bowling duties in the ongoing Boxing Day Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
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