After a dismal performance in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, India's full-time captain, Rohit Sharma is benched for the fifth and final Test against Australia. With teammate Jasprit Bumrah taking over, Rohit becomes the first Indian captain to be benched in the middle of a series. While many, including former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar, express little surprise over the decision, the decision to keep the reason behind the move "cloak and dagger" leaves fans questioning. Manjrekar himself takes to social media to give his take on the issue.
Indian team pacer, Jasprit Bumrah, has expressed his support for captain Rohit Sharma's decision to rest for the fifth Test against Australia. Bumrah, who also led India in the series opener, praised the team's unity and lack of selfishness. The fourth Test saw Rohit only manage to score 31 runs in his last five Test innings and KL Rahul will now take his place as opener, with Shubman Gill moving to No. 3.
Team India made a surprising decision to drop their captain, Rohit Sharma, from the fifth Test against Australia at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground. With Jasprit Bumrah taking over the reins, India made another change by bringing in Shubman Gill for Akash Deep, who was suffering from back stiffness. Meanwhile, Australia announced their playing XI one day prior and are set to give Beau Webster his international debut.
After losing the Boxing Day Test, India faces a crucial match in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Indian captain Rohit Sharma has opted out due to poor form, with pacer Jasprit Bumrah expected to lead the team. This could mark the end of Rohit's Test career, while Prasidh Krishna's inclusion adds a new dimension to India's pace attack alongside Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj. India must win to retain the trophy and keep its chances alive in the World Test Championship. Tune in for the Day 1 play starting at 5:00 AM IST.
The Indian cricket team has made a bold move ahead of the final Test against Australia in Sydney, dropping senior batsman Rohit Sharma from the playing XI. This decision comes after Rohit's prolonged struggles with the bat, leading to speculation about his future in Test cricket. In his absence, Jasprit Bumrah is expected to take over as captain, while KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Shubman Gill will make their way back to the top order. The exclusion signifies a transition in Team India's strategy, as the team looks to end the series on a high note.
Indian Test captain Rohit Sharma has informed coach Gautam Gambhir and chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar of his decision to opt-out of the fifth and final Test against Australia. In his place, paceman Jasprit Bumrah is likely to lead the team in the all-important match at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). This could also mean that the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne might have been Rohit's last for India, as he may not be a part of the next World Test Championship cycle. Youngster Shubman Gill will replace him in the playing 11, as India aims to level the series and retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma is expected to be given a break for the fifth and final Test match against Australia, with fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah taking over as captain. This decision comes after Rohit's poor performance in the ongoing series and his struggles to make an impact since joining the team. The head coach, Gautam Gambhir, hinted at this during a pre-match press conference, stating that the decision will be based on the pitch. With India trailing in the series and only one game remaining, this match holds great significance in their hopes of qualifying for the World Test Championship Final.
After being plagued with multiple injuries that forced him to miss significant matches, Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah made an incredible comeback in 2023. He continued his strong performance in 2024, becoming the first bowler in Test cricket history to take 70 wickets in a calendar year with an average of 14.92. Bumrah's impressive performance has solidified his position as one of the greatest fast bowlers in Indian cricket history.
Australia dominates India in the second Boder-Gavaskar Trophy test, taking an unassailable 2-1 lead in the series with one test left to play. The hosts dominated with performances from Sams Konstas, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Scott Boland, while India lacked a cohesive effort despite brilliant performances from Yashasvi Jaiswal, Nitish Kumar Reddy, and Jasprit Bumrah. The difference in the match came from Australia's lower-order partnerships, with India allowing their last few wickets to collect significant runs in both innings.
Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has been nominated for the prestigious ICC Men's Cricketer of the Year award, competing against the likes of England's Joe Root and Harry Brook. Known for his exceptional performance in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, where he has taken 30 wickets in just four Tests, Bumrah has also been the leading wicket-taker in Test cricket in 2024 with a total of 71 wickets. Described as a dominant force in all conditions, Bumrah's return to the Test arena after recovering from a back injury has been nothing short of remarkable.