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In Sydney, Australia, former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar spoke about Rohit Sharma not playing in the final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. During the toss, star Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah announced that Rohit decided to rest for this important match. Manjrekar shared his thoughts on X, saying it was “typical” of Rohit to do what’s best for the team. However, he didn’t understand why there was confusion about the decision, as it wasn’t discussed at the toss.

India’s batting has been a worry leading up to this game. With senior players not performing well, younger players have had to step up and score runs. Australia’s fast bowler Mitchell Starc had some injury issues in the previous match, but he is ready to play in Sydney. Rohit Sharma has struggled in this series, scoring just 31 runs in five innings, which is very low. He faced criticism after his poor performance in a recent series against Bangladesh as well.

In the Sydney Test, Jasprit Bumrah won the toss and chose to bat first against Australia. The teams are as follows:

Australia: Sam Konstas, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Travis Head, Beau Webster, Alex Carey, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland.

India: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj.

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There seems to be trouble in the Indian cricket team. Head coach Gautam Gambhir tried to cover it up during a press conference before the last Test match in Sydney, but his answers raised more questions instead of clearing things up.

When reporters asked about captain Rohit Sharma’s position in the team, Gambhir didn’t give a clear answer. He stated, “Rohit is fine, and the head coach is here, so that should be enough.” But when asked about the final team selection, he was vague, saying it would depend on the pitch conditions.

Rohit seems to be having a tough time lately. He skipped giving a speech at an event with the Australian Prime Minister, even though he was present. Gambhir had to step in and speak for him.

Rohit has not been performing well as a player. Last year, he averaged just 24.52 runs in 19 matches with only one century. His ranking has dropped to 40th in Test cricket. Under his captaincy, the Indian team has struggled, losing five out of six matches.

Gambhir did mention he talks to both Rohit and Virat Kohli about how to win games but didn’t want to reveal too much. He said that internal discussions should stay private and not be shared publicly.

Gautam Gambhir, the head coach of the Indian cricket team, was asked if captain Rohit Sharma will play in the last Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Australia is leading the series 2-1, after India lost two out of three Tests, despite winning the first one in Perth with Jasprit Bumrah as captain.

Rohit has not been in great form, losing his last six Tests as captain. In a recent press conference, Gambhir filled in for Rohit, which is unusual since captains usually attend these events. When questioned about Rohit’s absence, Gambhir assured everyone that “everything is fine” and it’s not a big deal for the head coach to represent the team.

Gambhir said they will check the wicket and make their final decision about the team later. Rohit is having a tough time with the bat, scoring just 164 runs in 15 innings this season, averaging only 10.93, with one half-century. During their Australia tour, Rohit scored only 31 runs, and his average in Melbourne dropped to 6.20, making it the lowest ever for a touring captain in Australia (minimum five innings). The previous record was held by Courtney Walsh from West Indies

Sydney, Australia — As the Sydney Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy approaches, Australia has officially revealed their team lineup for the last match of the series against India. Following a fantastic victory by 184 runs in Melbourne, Australia now leads the series 2-1, which also means India can no longer qualify for the World Test Championship Final next year.

In an exciting twist, Australia has selected Beau Webster, aged 31, to make his Test debut. This is a big surprise since Mitchell Marsh has been dropped from the team. Webster will become the 469th player to represent Australia in Test cricket. He is seen as the team’s sixth batter and has been performing well in recent games, having taken 12 wickets in just three matches and scoring an unbeaten 46 runs against India A.

Although there were worries about Mitchell Starc’s health after the last game, he has been cleared to play in this match. He is feeling better after struggling with rib soreness.

The match will take place at the Sydney Cricket Ground starting January 3. Here is the Australian XI: Sam Konstas, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, Travis Head, Beau Webster, Alex Carey, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, and Scott Boland.

Get ready for an exciting game filled with thrilling cricket action!

Former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli was discharged from a hospital in Bhiwandi, Thane, after spending two weeks there. He was admitted for a urinary infection and cramps but was later found to have blood clots in his brain. Kambli walked out of the hospital around 4 PM on Wednesday, looking happy and healthy.

Before leaving, he shared a message for everyone, urging them to avoid alcohol and drugs, saying these habits can ruin lives. He also expressed his excitement to return to cricket soon.

Kambli’s doctor, Dr. Vivek Trivedi, confirmed that he is now “totally fit,” although he must take some precautions moving forward. A video of Kambli in a Team India jersey swinging a cricket bat went viral, showing he is ready for his comeback.

In addition, a video of Kambli dancing in the hospital while recovering made a splash on social media. Fans were thrilled to see his spirits high and his health improving.

Meanwhile, the Shiv Sena party promised to support Kambli, with Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s aid, announcing financial help of ₹5 lakh from the Shrikant Shinde Foundation.

Last month, Kambli caught everyone’s attention at a memorial for his coach, Ramakant Achrekar, alongside his friend, Sachin Tendulkar. At that event, many were worried about his health. Kambli has faced several health issues in recent years, including two heart surgeries in 2013, which Tendulkar helped him finance.

New Delhi, India – On New Year’s Day 2025, former cricketers Yuvraj Singh, Irfan Pathan, Ravi Shastri, Kevin Pietersen, and Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir sent their warm wishes to everyone.

Yuvraj Singh posted on X, saying, “New year, new goals, same unstoppable spirit! I wish everyone an amazing 2025!”

Gautam Gambhir shared his hopes for the year, writing, “Wishing everyone health, happiness, and prosperity.”

Irfan Pathan also joined in, saying, “Happy New Year! Have a great year filled with health and excitement!”

Ravi Shastri simply said, “Happy New Year,” while also mentioning an upcoming match between India and Australia.

Kevin Pietersen wished everyone happiness, health, love, and success in 2025.

India welcomed the New Year with lively celebrations everywhere. Big parties, cultural events, and live music filled many cities. In Delhi, popular places like Hauz Khas and Connaught Place were packed with people celebrating. The Delhi Police made sure everyone was safe during the festivities.

In Amritsar, many gathered at the Golden Temple to pray and celebrate. Hotels in cities organized special events, while people in Bhopal danced in the streets. Lucknow’s crowds also celebrated as the clock struck midnight, with dazzling fireworks lighting up the sky.

In Mumbai, beaches like Juhu and Marine Drive overflowed with happy partygoers watching the fireworks. Manali, a tourist favorite in Himachal Pradesh, buzzed with joyful crowds.

Throughout West Bengal, people shared the joy using their mobile phone lights, and in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, colorful fireworks welcomed the New Year. In Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, cakes were cut to celebrate, and in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, music echoed through the streets as crowds danced and cheered.

In a thrilling match during the Vijay Hazare Trophy, Ayush Mhatre from Mumbai made history by becoming the youngest player to score 150 runs in List A cricket. He achieved this amazing feat at just 17 years and 168 days old, breaking the previous record held by Yashasvi Jaiswal, who was 17 years and 291 days when he scored 150 runs.

Mhatre, who started playing for Mumbai this season, scored an incredible 181 runs off just 117 balls. His brilliant innings included 11 sixes and 15 fours, helping Mumbai reach a total of 403 runs in their 50 overs against Nagaland.

Mhatre, a young talent from Virar, Mumbai, has consistently impressed since joining the team. Recently, he played a key role in winning the Irani Cup, bringing a trophy back to Mumbai after 27 years. In his first Ranji Trophy match, he started strong with a 52-run score, and later he hit a fantastic 176 runs with 22 fours and 4 sixes against Maharashtra, leading his team to victory.

Even though he had a few matches without big scores, he bounced back with a brilliant 116 runs against Services and represented India in the U-19 Asia Cup. Mhatre scored fifties in matches against Japan and UAE but didn’t score well in the final against Bangladesh. After missing out on a championship win in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, he returned to the Vijay Hazare Trophy with a strong 78 against Karnataka.

Travis Head made a big impact in the Melbourne Test by taking out Rishabh Pant’s wicket during the last session on Day 5. This set off a domino effect that led to India losing the match by 184 runs. After getting Pant out, Head celebrated in a unique way by pointing one finger into the palm of his other hand, creating an “O” shape.

After the game, Travis explained that his celebration means “finger on the ice.” He said he wasn’t expecting to bowl in Melbourne but plans to throw some off-breaks during Australia’s upcoming Test series in Sri Lanka.

His unusual celebration caught a lot of attention on social media, with many people criticizing him. Former Indian player Navjot Singh Sidhu even called for the ICC to punish Head. Travis clarified on Triple M Radio, “I started doing this in Sri Lanka. I put my finger on ice, getting ready for the next ball.”

Rishabh Pant was looking good when he got out for 30. His wicket marked the start of India’s downfall. Australia’s captain, Pat Cummins, commented on Travis’s celebration, saying, “His finger is so hot that he puts it in a cup of ice. That’s just a joke we have.”

Even though Travis didn’t perform well with the bat, scoring only 0 and 1, he made a significant impact with the ball by getting the crucial wicket of Pant. India’s team struggled, losing their last seven wickets for just 34 runs in 20.4 overs, ending up all out for 155 runs. Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma also had a tough time, getting out for single-digit scores, which didn’t help India’s cause.

Melbourne – Yashasvi Jaiswal is shining as a new superstar in Indian cricket! Darren Lehmann, a former Australian coach and two-time World Cup winner, believes that Indian cricket will be just fine even after stars like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma retire. Lehmann, who played cricket for Australia, expressed his thoughts during an interview.

As India trails 1-2 in the current series, Kohli and Rohit’s future has come up for discussion. Lehmann praised them for their long contributions to Indian cricket and mentioned that new young players are already stepping up. “There is so much talent in Indian cricket that I wouldn’t worry too much,” he said.

Lehmann is particularly impressed with Jaiswal, who has scored 161, 82, and 84 runs in this series. “He’s a superstar and one of the best I have seen!” said Lehmann. He also compared Jaiswal to another exciting young player, Harry Brook.

Lehmann’s biggest praises were for Jasprit Bumrah, whom he believes is as good as legendary bowlers like Wasim Akram and Glenn McGrath. “I think Bumrah could be the next captain after Rohit,” he noted. “He’s the best bowler I’ve seen live. His impact in a single series is unmatched since Mitchell Johnson did it in 2013-14.”

Lehmann also shared his thoughts on Australia’s future cricket stars, saying he’s less worried about bowlers and more about the batting lineup. With players like Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc getting older, changes will happen, but he believes fast bowling will stay strong.

When asked if he would coach the Indian national team, Lehmann politely declined, saying, “It would be an honor, but I am done with international cricket. I just want the young guys to get better.”

Australian cricket coach Andrew McDonald believes that fast bowler Mitchell Starc will be ready to play in the important fifth Test against India. This match is set to take place soon after Australia celebrated an impressive victory over India in the fourth Test in Melbourne, where they won by 184 runs. Australia is currently leading the series 2-1, and if they win or draw the next game in Sydney, they will reclaim the Border-Gavaskar trophy for the first time since the 2014-15 season. Winning this match will also secure their spot in the World Test Championship final against South Africa in June.

Starc, who bowled 41 overs in Melbourne, experienced some rib pain towards the end of the match. Coach McDonald stated that the team will evaluate Starc’s condition closely before making any decisions. He thinks it’s a positive sign that Starc kept bowling despite the discomfort, as he was able to get back to his best after warming up.

For the upcoming match, there are also concerns about Mitch Marsh, who has not performed well in this series. He has struggled to score runs and has not taken any wickets in the last three Tests because of a back issue from the first match. Coach McDonald assured fans that Marsh has no injury problems, but acknowledged that he needs to improve his performance. A possible replacement for Marsh, Beau Webster, is included in the squad.

On the Indian side, questions are rising about their captain Rohit Sharma’s form. He has been having a tough time, failing to score more than 10 runs in any of his five innings while in Australia, following a disappointing series against New Zealand at home.