Ricky Ponting reveals Steve Smith’s observations: What makes facing Jasprit Bumrah so difficult? | Cricket News – Times of India

Jasprit Bumrah celebrates the wicket of Australia’s Steve Smith. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has shed light on his conversation with Steve Smith during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia, specifically focusing on the challenges posed by Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah. Bumrah was a dominant force in the series, claiming…

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Travis Head opens up about his ‘controversial’ celebration after Rishabh Pant dismissal: ‘Finger on the ice’ | Cricket News – Times of India

Travis Head celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of Rishabh Pant at the MCG. (AP Photo) Australian batter Travis Head‘s unexpected bowling heroics in the Melbourne Test came with a celebration that left fans and players alike buzzing. After dismissing Rishabh Pant in the final session of Day 5 – a breakthrough that triggered…

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Jasprit Bumrah is relentless, tough to navigate through his spell: Marnus Labuschagne – Times of India

Jasprit Bumrah (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Marnus Labuschagne‘s second-innings 70 prevented an Australian collapse on day four of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.This followed Labuschagne first-innings score of 72.Jasprit Bumrah‘s impressive spell earlier in the day had left the Australian team struggling.After the close of play on the fourth day, Labuschagne…

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Brisbane early, but ‘Mohammed Shami can be available for Melbourne and Sydney Tests,’ says former coach Ravi Shastri | Cricket News – Times of India

Former Indian coach Ravi Shastri believes Mohammed Shami‘s swift return to the national team would significantly benefit India in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Shami’s presence would alleviate the pressure on Jasprit Bumrah. Shami is currently working his way back to full fitness after an ankle injury side lined him for a year. He is currently participating…

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