Virat Kohli

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Kohli Sets Record For Winning Series Across Formats In Australia

Adding a feather in his cap, Team India captain Virat Kohli has set another captaincy record. Kohli became the first Indian skipper to lead the team to a series wins in all three formats in Australia. Similarly, Kohli set a unique feat of winning a T20I series in South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia (SENA nations). Moreover, team India remains unbeaten in the T-20 format since December 2019.

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 - 05:52 PM / by Dharshana Vijayan

Tags: Virat Kohli, India Tour of Australia, T20 Cricket, Indian Cricket

Courtesy: News 18

Jadeja Injured

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Chahal Becomes First Indian To Be Named As Concussion Substitute

In the opening T20I against Australia, BCCI has fielded Yuzvendra Chahal as a concussion substitute for Ravindra Jadeja. The all-rounder has been hit on the helmet in a bouncer by Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc. However, Jadeja continued to bat. During the 19th over, he underwent a hamstring injury and was declared unfit by the BCCI medical team. Interestingly, Chahal is the first Indian to achieve the feat.

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 - 07:58 PM / by Dharshana Vijayan

Tags: Ravindra Jadeja, Yuzvendra Singh Chahal, India Tour of Australia, T20 Cricket

Virat Kohli

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Virat Kohli Becomes Fastest Conqueror Of 12000 ODI Runs Feat

Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli's record-breaking career has set a new high after he became the fastest cricketer to reach the 12,000-run mark in ODI cricket. The 32-year-old conquered the feat in 242 innings, 58 innings less than the legendary former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar's record of 300 innings. Kohli reached this milestone during the third ODI against Australia in Canberra.

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 - 08:00 AM / by Dharshana Vijayan

Tags: Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, India Tour of Australia, Indian Cricket

Courtesy: The Hindu

Marnus Labuschagne

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Marnus Labuschagne Desires To Open For Australia After Warner's Injury

To replace the injured David Warner, Marnus Labuchagne has expressed his desire to open the innings. Marnus said, "If I got asked to open the batting, absolutely it’s an opportunity that I would enjoy". However, Cricket Australia added D'Arcy Short as a replacement for Warner in the Australian squad. Earlier, Warner suffered a groin injury after a stellar performance against India. Moreover, his availability for rest of the games remains… read-more

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 - 04:01 PM / by Dharshana Vijayan

Tags: David Warner, Marnus Labuschagne, India Tour of Australia, Cricket

Courtesy: Reuters

David Warner Injury

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David Warner Suffers Injury, Likely To Be Unavailable For Upcoming Matches

Australian opener David Warner has suffered a groin injury during the second ODI match against India on November 29. He suffered the injury while fielding a shot from Shikhar Dhawan. Warner was taken off the field by his teammates and the physio after he struggled to get up after the injury. Owing to this, he is quite unlikely to be available for the limited-over series against India.

Sun, 29 Nov 2020 - 06:55 PM / by Dharshana Vijayan

Tags: India Tour of Australia, David Warner, ODI, Injured

Courtesy: The Hindu

Ind vs Aus

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Indian Cricket Team Penalised For Slow Over-Rate; 20% Of the Match Fees

In the first ODI match played in Sydney, Indian Cricket team has been penalised with 20% of the match fees due to the slow over-rate against Australia. Indian team spent four hours and six minutes to complete 50 overs, over the 66-run loss. According to the release, team captain Virat Kholi pleaded guilty to the offence and accepted the proposed sanction, so there was no need for a formal hearing.

Sat, 28 Nov 2020 - 03:53 PM / by Dharshana Vijayan

Tags: ICC, India Tour of Australia, Sydney, ODI Cricket

Two '#StopAdani' Protestors Invade The Pitch During India vs Australia First ODI

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2 Men Invaded Pitch During Ind vs Aus ODI; Protested Adani's Project

Two protestors have barged into the pitch during the first ODI match between India and Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground on November 27. The protestors have been denouncing the controversial coal project by the Adani Group funded by State Bank of India in Australia. They wore T-shirts that read “#StopAdani” and held placards. Soon, the protestors were escorted off the ground by the security after their trespassing.

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 - 06:46 PM / by Dharshana Vijayan

Tags: Cricket, India Tour of Australia, Sydney, Adani Groups

Courtesy: The Quint

India Tour of Australia

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Sony Network To Telecast India-Australia Series In 4 Languages

Sony Pictures Sports Network (SPSN) will live stream and broadcast India's Tour of Australia in India. Reportedly, SPSN will broadcast the matches in four languages - English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu - on its TV channels. Besides, the matches will also be telecasted on its OTT platform 'Sony LIV'. The commentary panel includes Harsha Bhogle, Sanjay Majrekar and Virendar Sehwag among others. The series will commence from November 27, 2020. … read-more

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 - 11:36 PM / by Rashi Jain

Tags: India Tour of Australia, Cricket, ODI, T20, Tests

Courtesy: InsideSport

Natarajan-Chakravarthy

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Natarajan Replaces Chakravarthy In T20I Squad; Virat to Miss Three Tests on Paternity Leave

The BCCI, ahead of India's tour of Australia, announced Tamil Nadu pacer, Thangarasu Natarajan, as a replacement for spinner Varun Chakravarthy for the T20I Series. Interestingly, Natarajan bowled more than 60 yorkers in the ongoing IPL tournament. The replacement was announced after Chakkravarthy suffered a shoulder injury. As a big loss, skipper Virat Kohli will miss the last three tests as he will be back to India on paternity leave. 

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 - 04:50 PM / by Dharshana Vijayan

Tags: T Natarajan, Varun Chakravarthy, India Tour of Australia, T20 Cricket

Courtesy: Times Now News

India's Tour to Australia

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50% Spectators Allowed To Attend Day-Night Test Of India's Tour Of Australia

Cricket Australia has announced that at least 50% of the spectators would be allowed for Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The first Test, a day-night match, will feature 50% of the total capacity of spectators at the Adelaide Oval i.e. up to 27,000. Similarly, the boxing-day Test at Melbourne and the fourth Test at Brisbane will host 25,000 and 30,000 spectators. The traditional Sydney pink Test will also host up to 23,000 viewers. 

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 - 03:42 PM / by Dharshana Vijayan

Tags: India Tour of Australia, Adelaide, Cricket Australia, Covid-19

Courtesy: The Hindu