Tuesday, July 14
India's coach Gautam Gambhir emphasized the necessity of honesty for a team in transition mode and called for patience ahead of the decisive Border Gavaskar Trophy Test against Australia. Despite inconsistent performances, Gambhir highlighted the promising young talents and the crucial role of performance in securing spots within the team.
Shubman Gill had a conversation with India coach Gautam Gambhir before the fifth Test against Australia. Indications suggest Gill might return to the playing XI after missing the fourth Test. The team management, including Rohit Sharma and Ajit Agarkar, seemingly discussed lineup options, though only Akash Deep is confirmed out due to a stiff back.
India coach Gautam Gambhir emphasised that conversations in the dressing room remain private. With India trailing Australia 2-1, Gambhir mentioned 'honest conversations' with players and dismissed reports of internal issues. He highlighted the team's focus on performance and strategy, whilst confirming pacer Akash Deep will miss the final Test due to a stiff back.
India's head coach Gautam Gambhir had a private discussion with Jasprit Bumrah at the SCG before meeting chief selector Ajit Agarkar, quelling rumors of dressing room unrest. Gambhir emphasized honesty in communication, strategies to win, and confirmed Akash Deep's injury, with replacement decisions pending pitch assessments. This interaction further fueled speculation about unrest in the dressing room, but Gambhir promptly dismissed such reports as unfounded.
Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi shared the World Blitz Championship title after three tie-breaking matches, causing controversy in the chess community. Carlsen's initial disqualification for a dress code violation and FIDE's subsequent rule amendments added to the contentious atmosphere, with criticisms from players like Hans Niemann suggesting bias in decision-making.
India coach Gautam Gambhir emphasised that conversations in the dressing room remain private. With India trailing Australia 2-1, Gambhir mentioned 'honest conversations' with players and dismissed reports of internal issues. He highlighted the team's focus on performance and strategy, whilst confirming pacer Akash Deep will miss the final Test due to a stiff back.
India's head coach Gautam Gambhir confirmed the absence of pacer Akash Deep due to a back injury ahead of the final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Sydney. The playing XI will be decided on match day. Australia’s captain Pat Cummins announced Beau Webster’s Test debut replacing Mitch Marsh. Mitchell Starc will play despite a rib issue.
Shane Watson termed India's decision to skip the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan as "unfortunate". Emphasizing the importance of the India-Pakistan rivalry, he highlighted the excitement it brings to cricket fans. Watson also recalled his positive experience in the Pakistan Super League and noted the significance of Pakistan hosting the tournament after a long hiatus.
As India faces Australia in the fifth Test at Sydney Cricket Ground, all eyes are on Virat Kohli, who needs just 36 more runs to surpass Rahul Dravid as India's second-highest Test run-scorer at this venue. Kohli has scored 248 runs in three Tests at the SCG, and a good performance from him could be pivotal for India.
India skipper Rohit Sharma has been dropped from the final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test in Sydney due to poor batting performance. With just 31 runs in five innings, his average hit a low 6.20 during the series. Young Shubman Gill is expected to replace Rohit in the playing XI.
