‘Shan Masood looked completely lost’: Nasser Hussain blasts Pakistan captain for ‘poor’ field placements | Cricket News – Times of India

Nasser Hussain blasts Pakistan captain (Agency Photo) NEW DELHI: Former England captain Nasser Hussain did not hold back in his analysis of Pakistan captain Shan Masood’s tactics during England’s response to Pakistan’s first-innings 366 in the ongoing second Test in Multan.Hussain, speaking on Sky Sports, criticized Masood for his field placements, especially against the aggressive…

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‘If we can keep Bumrah quiet’: Pat Cummins outlines strategy for Australia in Border-Gavaskar Trophy | – Times of India

Jasprit Bumrah. (Pic Credit – X) NEW DELHI: Australian captain Pat Cummins emphasised the importance of neutralising the threat posed by India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, in order to secure victory in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy.Cummins expressed this sentiment during an interaction on Tuesday, where he also found solace in Australia‘s recent triumphs over their…

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We know India are very difficult to beat, says star Australian cricketer ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. (Pic Credit – X) NEW DELHI: Star Australian cricketer Steve Smith has expressed respect for India’s dominance ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, acknowledging the challenge his team faces.In a bold statement featured in a Star Sports promo for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Steve Smith highlighted the significance of the series,…

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‘Keep him quiet’: Pat Cummins warns Australia about India’s game-changer ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India

Pat Cummins (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Australian captain Pat Cummins highlighted the need to contain Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. He described Pant as a major game-changer for India. The five-match Test series begins on November 22 in Perth.Pant has been a crucial player for India, especially noted for his aggressive…

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Border Gavaskar Trophy: Why Adelaide Oval can be regarded as India’s ‘home ground’ in Australia | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia starts on November 22 in Perth. India, led by Rohit Sharma, aims for a strong start, while Australia will leverage home advantage. The second Test, a day-night pink-ball match, will be held from December 6 to 10 at Adelaide Oval, adding an extra challenge for both…

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‘I wouldn’t count him out’: Geoff Lawson predicts mixed reception for Virat Kohli in upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Australian cricketer Geoff Lawson anticipates a mixed reception for India’s Virat Kohli from Australian crowds during the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. According to Lawson, Kohli’s fierce competitive nature could paint him as a “faux villain,” contrasting with the more amiable Jasprit Bumrah. This dynamic adds a new layer of intrigue as India strive…

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‘Unfinished business’: Nathan Lyon targets Yashasvi Jaiswal to end ten years of Aussie pain | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: As the highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar Test series between India and Australia approaches, Australian off-spinner Nathan Lyon has already begun preparing to face India’s rising batting star, Yashasvi Jaiswal. The series, which comprises five Tests, is set to start on November 22. Lyon, with an impressive record, is diligently studying Jaiswal, who has emerged…

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Ricky Ponting backs Australia to hand India 3-1 defeat in Border-Gavaskar Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Ricky Ponting, the former Australian captain, is confident that the current team, under the leadership of Pat Cummins, will be determined to make amends for their recent losses against India on home soil. The Australians have suffered back-to-back Test series defeats against the Indian side in their own backyard.Ponting predicts that Australia will…

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‘I cannot go to the team and tell…’: Jasprit Bumrah makes a blunt ‘above my pay grade’ remark on captaincy ambitions | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Star Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah candidly stated that asking to be made captain of the team is beyond his “pay grade.” He highlighted that bowlers can prove to be effective leaders as they possess smart and resilient attributes. This discussion comes amid the transition phase following Rohit Sharma‘s retirement from T20Is, where Suryakumar…

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