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BGT: I Was Very Impressed The First Time I Saw Konstas Bat, Says Hussey
Boxing Day Test: The Australian 19-year-old opener Sam Konstas gears up for a potential Test debut in the iconic Boxing Day Test against India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. His call-up, hailed as an “exciting” opportunity by cricket legend Mike Hussey, comes at the expense of Nathan McSweeney, who has been dropped after just three Tests—a decision that has sparked mixed reactions from players and pundits alike.
McSweeney’s omission follows a string of underwhelming performances since his debut last month, where he failed to surpass 10 runs in five out of six innings. While the 25-year-old showed promise, his inability to adapt to the challenges of opening at the Test level, particularly against the moving ball, proved costly.
Head selector George Bailey admitted it was a "really hard decision" to drop McSweeney, especially since he was placed in an unfamiliar position as an opener despite not specializing in that role at the domestic level.
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BGT: Calling Up Konstas Is A Panic Move From Australia, Says Hughes
Boxing Day Test: Amidst young Sam Konstas being called up to the Australia Test squad for the last two matches against India, former cricketer Merv Hughes believes it is a 'panic' move from the hosts’.
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India vs Australia Boxing Day Test: गाबा टेस्ट ड्रॉ होने के बाद भारत-ऑस्ट्रेलिया का कारवां अब पहुंचेगा एतेहासिक मेलबर्न क्रिकेट ग्राउंड पर, 26 दिसंबर से शुरू होगा बॉर्डर गावस्कर ट्रॉफी का चौथा टेस्ट यानी बॉक्सिंग डे...
Kohli Loses Cool At Journalist On His Arrival At Melbourne Airport: Reports
The Sydney Morning Herald: Veteran Indian batter Virat Kohli has reportedly lashed out at the mediaperson on his arrival at Melbourne airport ahead of the Boxing Day Test.
‘You Can't Do Worse Than That’: Shastri Recalls Aftermath Of India’s Adelaide 36 All Out
The ICC Review: When India were bowled out for an unthinkable 36 in Adelaide during the 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, then-head coach Ravi Shastri delivered a message to his team that set the tone for one of the greatest comebacks in cricket history. "You can't do worse than that," he told his players in the dressing room.
Melbourne Renegades Complete Fairytale Journey With Maiden WBBL Title
Big Bash League: Melbourne Renegades have won their first-ever Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) title after defeating Brisbane Heat by seven runs via DLS method in a rain-affected final at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Sunday. The triumph completed Renegades' fairytale journey from the bottom to the champions.
Jemimah Rodrigues To Play WBBL Final For Brisbane Heat Despite Retiring Hurt In Challenger Game
Big Bash League: India batter Jemimah Rodrigues is all set to play in the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) final for the Brisbane Heat against the Melbourne Renegades at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Sunday despite retiring hurt in their Challenger win over Sydney Thunder.
केएल राहुल को आउट दिया जाना एक ख़राब निर्णय था: मांजरेकर
Melbourne Cricket Ground: पर्थ टेस्ट के पहले दिन लंच से पहले सलामी बल्लेबाज़ केएल राहुल के डीआरएस निर्णय पर आउट होने के संबंध में पूर्व भारतीय क्रिकेटर संजय मांजरेकर ने कहा कि राहुल को आउट देने के लिए पर्याप्त सबूत नहीं थे।
BGT 2024-25: It’s Really About Getting Into A Fight And Embracing Those Moments, Says Mayank Agarawal
Melbourne Cricket Ground: The experience of being a debutant Test batter in Australia, where bowlers test you with pace and bounce, is a familiar feeling for Mayank Agarawal. In 2018, with the series tied 1-1, Agarawal made his Test debut at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in front of 80,000 fans. He impressed with scores of 76 and 42 as India went on to win the Test and eventually sealed the series 2-1.
Perth Scorchers Sign Brooke Halliday To Replace Amy Jones For Remaining WBBL Matches
New Zealand World Cup: Perth Scorchers have secured New Zealand World Cup champion Brooke Halliday as an overseas replacement player for the remainder of Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) 10, the club said on Thursday.
Ian Healy Urges Smarter Tactics For Australia After ODI Series Loss To Pakistan
Melbourne Cricket Ground: Australian cricket legend Ian Healy weighed in on Australia’s recent 1-2 ODI series loss to Pakistan, offering a detailed critique of the team’s strategy and approach in Australian conditions.
Tim Paine 'annoyed' With Australia’s Criticism Over ODI Series Loss To Pakistan
Former Australian Test: Former Australian Test captain Tim Paine has expressed frustration with the heavy criticism aimed at Australia’s ODI team following their recent 1-2 series defeat to Pakistan.
Konstas, Webster Knocks Help Australia A Beat India A By Six Wickets, Win Series 2-0
Melbourne Cricket Ground: An unbeaten 73 from teenaged batter Sam Konstas and 46 not out from Beau Webster helped Australia A beat India A by six wickets in the second four-day game at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) and win the series 2-0.
Dhruv Jurel's Consecutive Fifties Vs Australia A Boosts His Test Case
Melbourne Cricket Ground: Wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel has boosted his case for a potential spot in India’s senior Test team with two crucial half-centuries in challenging conditions while playing for India A against Australia A in the second unofficial Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
If I Get Called Upon, I Feel Like I’m Ready To Go, Says Marcus Harris After Hitting 74 For Australia ‘A’
Melbourne Cricket Ground: After hitting 74 for Australia A on the second day of their four-day game against India A at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, opener Marcus Harris said he would be ready to open the batting for Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy if called upon.
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