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  • Virat Kohli runs out Yashasvi Jaiswal, Steve Smith scores century on day two of Boxing Day Test

    Virat Kohli runs out Yashasvi Jaiswal, Steve Smith scores century on day two of Boxing Day Test


    A triple blow late on day two has put Australia back in total control of the Boxing Day Test, with Virat Kohli once again at the heart of all the drama at the MCG.

    After Steve Smith’s 140 carried Australia to a formidable first-innings total of 474, India looked to be cruising after tea as Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal built a 102-run partnership before a moment of madness brought it all undone and left India 5-160 at stumps.

    Inside the final half-hour of the day’s play, Jaiswal clipped a ball to mid-on and took off for a single, but Kohli wanted nothing to do with it and turned his back to get back into his ground, leaving his junior teammate stranded on 82 in the middle of the pitch.

    Pat Cummins’s throw came in and Alex Carey whipped the bails off, marking the first time Jaiswal has passed 80 in Tests without going on to score at least 160.

    Seven balls later, Kohli, who had been very watchful outside off for his entire innings, pushed at a Scott Boland ball and sent a catch through to Alex Carey.

    Night watchman Akash Deep then popped a catch to Nathan Lyon to give Boland another and consign India to a mini-collapse of 3-6 in 22 balls.

    Earlier in the innings, captain Rohit Sharma promoted himself from number six to opener in a bid to rediscover some form, but lasted only 12 balls before popping a Cummins delivery to Boland at the end of the second over.

    Cummins got another breakthrough with the last ball before tea when he clean bowled KL Rahul with a sensational delivery that seamed past the outside edge and took the top of off.

    Look back at all the action in our live blog below, and check out the full ScoreCentre.

    Key Events

    Live: Boxing Day Test — Australia vs India

    STUMPS: India 5-164 (Pant 6, Jadeja 4)

    Australia the happier team coming off the ground after that hour of madness from India.

    Jaiswal and Kohli looked so good together in that partnership until the youngster was sold down the river by his elder statesman.

    That wicket, which came as Jaiswal looked poised to notch another Test century, sparked a collapse of 3-6 which has Australia well on top.

    After burning Jaiswal, Virat simply had to go on, and then got out himself an over later to make matters worse.

    India has Rishabh Pant, who is woefully short of runs this series, and Jadeja, who batted well for 77 in Brisbane, at the crease to start day three.

    They’ve also got Nitish Kumar Reddy, who has weirdly been maybe India’s third best bat, and Washington Sundar to come.

    That quartet will have to do the bulk of the work to ensure India can pass the follow-on mark of 275 tomorrow.

    Australia heads into stumps with a 310-run lead then, and realistically they’re the only team who can probably win this Test.

    Join us tomorrow for live coverage of day three.

    46th over – Jadeja finishes day two in style

    A thought that crossed my head with Starc at the top of his mark to start the over:

    You know who’d be really great to have out there right now if you’re India? Shubman God Damn Gill.

    That move to drop him for Washington Sundar made no sense at the toss, and still doesn’t.

    Anyway, let’s see if Rishabh and Jadeja can steady things here.

    It’s hilarious and also typically Rishabh that in all this chaos, he’s calmly six off seven deliveries.

    A single brings Jadeja into the firing line.

    Starc goes full and Jadeja’s able to dig it out into the on side in the nick of time.

    Starc follows up with a short one and Jaddu drops his hands and sways away from the ball as it flies through to Carey.

    FOUR! Oh that’s a great shot. Starc fires one in at Jadeja’s pads and Jaddu gets absolutely all of it with a lovely flick. And that’s stumps!

    45th over – Boland continues to wreck India’s response

    There are some running repairs for Akash in between overs, which of course gives Sam Konstas a chance to take selfies with fans.

    He is truly a man of the people, you’ve gotta love it.

    Boland steams in to Pant, who knocks one into the leg side for a quick single.

    “Good luck with all of that,” Rishabh to Akash Deep (I’m guessing).

    And that’s what happens when you don’t protect him, because Akash perished literally the next ball.

    Jadeja’s first ball is almost another run out too. India has lost their heads here.

    Boland goes around the wicket to Jadeja to finish the over and induces an edge but it goes one bounce to Marnus in the slips.

    Great over!

    Akash Deep is caught by a diving Lyon!

    Scott Boland celebrates with Nathan Lyon after the wicket of Akash Deep.
    Scott Boland celebrates with Nathan Lyon after the wicket of Akash Deep.(Getty Images)

    Another wicket for Boland!

    India didn’t show any interest in protecting the nightwatchman and he’s now gone for a 13-ball duck.

    Boland bowled one at Akash’s pads and he hops and edges it in the air on the leg side and it’s brilliantly taken by Nathan Lyon.

    Boland has two wickets in this spell. India in strife now.

    Ravindra Jadeja is the next man in.

    44th over – Starc continues against Akash Deep

    Starc coming into Pant now. Fireworks incoming.

    There are eight overs remaining tonight. We know Pant isn’t about the chill life, but he needs to knuckle down here.

    Starc strays onto Pant’s legs and he’s whipped away delightfully for a couple, Boland runs across on the boundary and picks it up to mass cheers.

    Starc goes around the wicket to Akash again.

    BEATEN! Length delivery that Akash plays all around. If Starc can get it on the stumps, Akash is a goner I reckon.

    An LBW appeal to finish the over, but it’s given not out, probably too high. Starc looks around 10km/h too quick for Akash at the moment.

    He survives somehow. Maybe not for much longer.

    43rd over – Boland puts Australia well and truly on top

    Boland’s first ball to Pant is knocked onto the leg side for a single.

    What do we reckon is happening in the Indian dressing room now between Virat and Jaiswal?

    A no holds barred cage match perhaps? A TLC match? I’m sorry if you didn’t grow up watching wrestling and these terms mean nothing to you.

    Anyway, Boland continues to Akash and he’s probing on that nagging line.

    BEATEN! Boland jags one away from Akash ever so slightly and induces a play and miss. It is all happening now.

    BEATEN AGAIN! A carbon copy. This is incredible. Literally NOTHING was happening before the Jaiswal wicket. Now every ball looks like a grenade.

    Boland nicks off Kohli!

    BOLAND HAS DONE IT!

    That is exactly what Virat couldn’t afford to do after running out Jaiswal.

    It’s the same mode of dismissal that’s caused him to come unstuck for the last five years, fishing outside off stump.

    He’s left those balls alone all day, but Boland gets him to nibble at one and that’s all she wrote.

    Virat goes for 36 and Rishabh Pant replaces him.

    This Test has flipped on its head in the space of two overs.

    42nd over – Starc returns to attack nightwatchman

    A good move from Pat Cummins, getting Starc into the attack here.

    Kohli knocks one into the off side for a single. Looks like he’s not going to protect Akash at all.

    Starc starts with a yorker length ball to Akash, who’s able to leave it comfortable as it flies wide of the off stump.

    There is no secret where Starc is looking to bowl here. I wouldn’t be surprised if he doesn’t come around the wicket to Akash.

    Akash tries to drive the next ball and gets an awkward under edge that bounces through to the fielders behind the stumps.

    A short one from Starc, well defended that time from Akash. The Aussie crowd is up and about again.

    Here we go, Starc around the wicket to Akash to end the over. This is going straight at his toes.

    Surprisingly not! What do I know? Akash defends it into the leg side, albeit awkwardly.

    41st over – Kohli burns Jaiswal to give Australia an in

    Boland continuing to test Kohli on that nagging off-stump line, Kohli defending well so far.

    He’s walking down the wicket a little, as Jaiswal has done to negate some seam movement.

    Boland comes around the wicket to Jaiswal after Kohli gets off strike courtesy of a leg bye.

    FOUR! Boland goes short, and Jaiswal rocks back and cuts it super fine past the sweeper at deep backward point. Lovely touch. He’s into the 80s now.

    Kohli barbecues Jaiswal to end the over and now has even more responsibility than he had before. He’s got to go big here.

    JAISWAL IS BURNT BY KOHLI!

    OH NO NO NO NO NO!

    Jaiswal punches one down the ground to mid on and immediately charges down the pitch, Kohli, ball-watching refuses to leave his crease.

    The Aussies whip off the bails at the striker’s end and Jaiswal has to go for 82.

    Kohli’s absolutely burnt him there, that is 100 per cent Jaiswal’s call and it’s probably a quick single.

    Wow, what a turning point in this Test. Something out of literally nothing.

    India sends in Akash Deep as the nightwatchman.

    40th over – Jaiswal hits a six, survives huge LBW shout

    SIX! Jaiswal has had enough of poking and prodding. Marsh goes full and is tonked over mid-on into the stands. That’s woken up the crowd!

    HUGE APPEAL! Marsh wraps Jaiswal on the pads after he misses a flick. The Aussies plead and then send it upstairs.

    DRS shows that the ball has pitched outside leg. The MCG sounds like Wankhede after Dhoni hit the winning runs in the 2011 World Cup final. Jaiswal survives.

    Marsh has got a head of steam up now, his pace has picked up into the 130s. He senses a real shot at Jaiswal here, but Jaiswal is a real street fighter.

    Great comeback from Marsh after that six to open the over. It’s a fascinating battle between he and Jaiswal. Partnership up to 98 now.

    39th over – Boland returns to the attack for Cummins

    Scott Boland is back into the attack. If anyone can whip this crowd up into a frenzy, it’s him.

    He starts at Jaiswal, who walks down the pitch before defending the first ball.

    Boland looking to angle it across Jaiswal, hoping to kiss the edge on the way through.

    Jaiswal bunts one into the off side for a single to get off strike.

    Boland angles one into Kohli’s pads and it’s awkwardly defended with an inside edge. A half-appeal from the Aussies as the Indians run a quick single.

    Three singles off the over. It’s a real waiting game for these two. Kohli with another patient leave outside off stump. Virat operating at 89 per cent control today, per ESPNCricinfo stats.

    38th over – Marsh causes some problems for Jaiswal

    BEATEN! Marsh goes short and Jaiswal goes for a full-blooded cut and misses it.

    FOUR! EDGED! Not entirely convincing this, Jaiswal edges one in between first slip and third slip, but gets four. He’s not fully comfortable against Marsh’s slower pace.

    Kohli calmly sees out the Marsh over and has a little chat with Jaiswal.

    37th over – Cummins tests Kohli with short stuff

    Cummins starts another over to Kohli and has a catcher placed at backward square leg.

    He’s tempting Virat to see if he wants to take that man on because there’s a boundary if he gets over the top of him.

    Some more mixed signals as Kohli knocks one into the leg side. Jaiswal charges down the pitch and is sent back.

    FOUR! Cummins goes for the short ball, but Virat is fully in control of this, rocks back and punches a pull past the square leg umpire for four.

    Cummins tries again with the very next ball, but Kohli hits it along the ground straight to a fielder who is at square leg halfway to the boundary.

    36th over – Bison time as Marsh comes on

    The Bison arrives at the crease, replacing Nathan Lyon.

    India has gotten to Australia’s fifth bowler, can Jaiswal and Kohli make hay now? Jaiswal is 63 and Virat is 28.

    Alex Carey keeping up to the stumps, which is a good move because Marsh’s first delivery is a very gentle 121 km/h.

    Interestingly, Carey goes back when Kohli is on strike.

    UPPISH! Jaiswal goes for a booming off drive and the ball squirts past the vacant backward point region for a single.

    Marsh induces another false stroke as Kohli gets a leading edge past a diving Khawaja at gully for another single.

    A tidy start from Marsh with four singles and plenty of encouragement.

    The partnership between Kohli and Jaiswal is up to 80.

    35th over – Kohli almost runs himself out

    RUN OUT CHANCE! Kohli flicks one off his pads and thinks it’s through, but a diving Lyon stops it and the two batters are in the middle of the pitch. Lyon’s shy at the stumps misses, much to the delight of the Bharat Army.

    I reckon Virat was gone there if that hit. That is the last thing India wants.

    Cummins testing Jaiswal out with some short stuff here.

    He’s got a deep square leg, who is 3/4 of the way to the fence, another fielder at backward square leg who is on the boundary, and another catcher who is halfway to the fence at a super wide mid on. Very interesting field placements.

    Kohli defends another one into the off side and feigns a run before wisely deciding against it.

    34th over – Virat pounces after lots of defence

    It’s Lyon’s turn to test out Kohli’s defence now.

    After defending, Virat punches an on drive down the ground for a single. His first 24 runs have come in 61 deliveries. Patience personified.

    Lyon’s decided to continue over the wicket to Jaiswal too.

    Lyon goes a little shorter and Jaiswal punches it down the ground for a single.

    Another short one, this time to Kohli, and Virat leans back and pounces, cutting it for three. That’ll feel good after all the defence he’s played.

    33rd over – Cummins continues to test out Kohli

    There’s a hush around the ground now. It’s similar to the one that was there right before Cummins took out Rahul.

    Cummins is administering a tense examination on Virat Kohli’s defence and patience outside off stump.

    Oh boy, what is this! Cummins pulls a Siraj, goes for a bouncer that flies well over Alex Carey’s head and it’s five wides.

    You know what? I like that this has happened three times today and all three times it’s been given wides rather than byes, which is often an absolute stitch-up for keepers. #ProtectOurKeepers

    This battle between Cummins and Kohli has a real heavyweight bout feel to it.

    Cummins tests Kohli with a short one, Kohli awkwardly pulls it and they run one and Jaiswal almost slips as they entertain two. The crowd shrieks like a murderer is sneaking up on an unknowing victim.

    Meanwhile, Konstas is now in front of the Bharat Army, hyping them up too. A Greek x Indian union of ethnic excellence, what a time.

    32nd over – Lyon continues poker game with Jaiswal

    The battle between Lyon and Jaiswal continues.

    Jaiswal has batted like he wants to send Australia’s off-spinning GOAT into retirement.

    But Lyon is a wily old fox, it isn’t by chance that he’s lasted this long in the game.

    Usman Khawaja continues to remain at mid-on, inviting a lofted drive if Jaiswal wants it.

    Jaiswal defends patiently and then flicks one down to Boland at fine leg for a single.

    Lyon comes over the wicket to Jaiswal for the final ball of the over, Jaiswal calmly defends.



    In a thrilling turn of events on day two of the Boxing Day Test, Virat Kohli showcased his brilliant fielding skills by running out Yashasvi Jaiswal with a direct hit. The Indian captain’s quick reflexes and accurate throw left Jaiswal stranded and sent shockwaves through the stadium.

    However, the day belonged to Australian batsman Steve Smith, who put on a masterclass with the bat and scored a magnificent century. Smith looked in sublime touch as he punished the Indian bowlers all around the ground, much to the delight of the home crowd.

    The match continues to be finely poised as both teams battle it out for supremacy. Stay tuned for more updates as the Boxing Day Test unfolds!

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  • Virat Kohli runs out Yashasvi Jaiswal, Steve Smith scores century on day two of Boxing Day Test

    Virat Kohli runs out Yashasvi Jaiswal, Steve Smith scores century on day two of Boxing Day Test


    A triple blow late on day two has put Australia back in total control of the Boxing Day Test, with Virat Kohli once again at the heart of all the drama at the MCG.

    After Steve Smith’s 140 carried Australia to a formidable first-innings total of 474, India looked to be cruising after tea as Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal built a 102-run partnership before a moment of madness brought it all undone and left India 5-160 at stumps.

    Inside the final half-hour of the day’s play, Jaiswal clipped a ball to mid-on and took off for a single, but Kohli wanted nothing to do with it and turned his back to get back into his ground, leaving his junior teammate stranded on 82 in the middle of the pitch.

    Pat Cummins’s throw came in and Alex Carey whipped the bails off, marking the first time Jaiswal has passed 80 in Tests without going on to score at least 160.

    Seven balls later, Kohli, who had been very watchful outside off for his entire innings, pushed at a Scott Boland ball and sent a catch through to Alex Carey.

    Night watchman Akash Deep then popped a catch to Nathan Lyon to give Boland another and consign India to a mini-collapse of 3-6 in 22 balls.

    Earlier in the innings, captain Rohit Sharma promoted himself from number six to opener in a bid to rediscover some form, but lasted only 12 balls before popping a Cummins delivery to Boland at the end of the second over.

    Cummins got another breakthrough with the last ball before tea when he clean bowled KL Rahul with a sensational delivery that seamed past the outside edge and took the top of off.

    Look back at all the action in our live blog below, and check out the full ScoreCentre.

    Key Events

    Live: Boxing Day Test — Australia vs India

    STUMPS: India 5-164 (Pant 6, Jadeja 4)

    Australia the happier team coming off the ground after that hour of madness from India.

    Jaiswal and Kohli looked so good together in that partnership until the youngster was sold down the river by his elder statesman.

    That wicket, which came as Jaiswal looked poised to notch another Test century, sparked a collapse of 3-6 which has Australia well on top.

    After burning Jaiswal, Virat simply had to go on, and then got out himself an over later to make matters worse.

    India has Rishabh Pant, who is woefully short of runs this series, and Jadeja, who batted well for 77 in Brisbane, at the crease to start day three.

    They’ve also got Nitish Kumar Reddy, who has weirdly been maybe India’s third best bat, and Washington Sundar to come.

    That quartet will have to do the bulk of the work to ensure India can pass the follow-on mark of 275 tomorrow.

    Australia heads into stumps with a 310-run lead then, and realistically they’re the only team who can probably win this Test.

    Join us tomorrow for live coverage of day three.

    46th over – Jadeja finishes day two in style

    A thought that crossed my head with Starc at the top of his mark to start the over:

    You know who’d be really great to have out there right now if you’re India? Shubman God Damn Gill.

    That move to drop him for Washington Sundar made no sense at the toss, and still doesn’t.

    Anyway, let’s see if Rishabh and Jadeja can steady things here.

    It’s hilarious and also typically Rishabh that in all this chaos, he’s calmly six off seven deliveries.

    A single brings Jadeja into the firing line.

    Starc goes full and Jadeja’s able to dig it out into the on side in the nick of time.

    Starc follows up with a short one and Jaddu drops his hands and sways away from the ball as it flies through to Carey.

    FOUR! Oh that’s a great shot. Starc fires one in at Jadeja’s pads and Jaddu gets absolutely all of it with a lovely flick. And that’s stumps!

    45th over – Boland continues to wreck India’s response

    There are some running repairs for Akash in between overs, which of course gives Sam Konstas a chance to take selfies with fans.

    He is truly a man of the people, you’ve gotta love it.

    Boland steams in to Pant, who knocks one into the leg side for a quick single.

    “Good luck with all of that,” Rishabh to Akash Deep (I’m guessing).

    And that’s what happens when you don’t protect him, because Akash perished literally the next ball.

    Jadeja’s first ball is almost another run out too. India has lost their heads here.

    Boland goes around the wicket to Jadeja to finish the over and induces an edge but it goes one bounce to Marnus in the slips.

    Great over!

    Akash Deep is caught by a diving Lyon!

    Scott Boland celebrates with Nathan Lyon after the wicket of Akash Deep.
    Scott Boland celebrates with Nathan Lyon after the wicket of Akash Deep.(Getty Images)

    Another wicket for Boland!

    India didn’t show any interest in protecting the nightwatchman and he’s now gone for a 13-ball duck.

    Boland bowled one at Akash’s pads and he hops and edges it in the air on the leg side and it’s brilliantly taken by Nathan Lyon.

    Boland has two wickets in this spell. India in strife now.

    Ravindra Jadeja is the next man in.

    44th over – Starc continues against Akash Deep

    Starc coming into Pant now. Fireworks incoming.

    There are eight overs remaining tonight. We know Pant isn’t about the chill life, but he needs to knuckle down here.

    Starc strays onto Pant’s legs and he’s whipped away delightfully for a couple, Boland runs across on the boundary and picks it up to mass cheers.

    Starc goes around the wicket to Akash again.

    BEATEN! Length delivery that Akash plays all around. If Starc can get it on the stumps, Akash is a goner I reckon.

    An LBW appeal to finish the over, but it’s given not out, probably too high. Starc looks around 10km/h too quick for Akash at the moment.

    He survives somehow. Maybe not for much longer.

    43rd over – Boland puts Australia well and truly on top

    Boland’s first ball to Pant is knocked onto the leg side for a single.

    What do we reckon is happening in the Indian dressing room now between Virat and Jaiswal?

    A no holds barred cage match perhaps? A TLC match? I’m sorry if you didn’t grow up watching wrestling and these terms mean nothing to you.

    Anyway, Boland continues to Akash and he’s probing on that nagging line.

    BEATEN! Boland jags one away from Akash ever so slightly and induces a play and miss. It is all happening now.

    BEATEN AGAIN! A carbon copy. This is incredible. Literally NOTHING was happening before the Jaiswal wicket. Now every ball looks like a grenade.

    Boland nicks off Kohli!

    BOLAND HAS DONE IT!

    That is exactly what Virat couldn’t afford to do after running out Jaiswal.

    It’s the same mode of dismissal that’s caused him to come unstuck for the last five years, fishing outside off stump.

    He’s left those balls alone all day, but Boland gets him to nibble at one and that’s all she wrote.

    Virat goes for 36 and Rishabh Pant replaces him.

    This Test has flipped on its head in the space of two overs.

    42nd over – Starc returns to attack nightwatchman

    A good move from Pat Cummins, getting Starc into the attack here.

    Kohli knocks one into the off side for a single. Looks like he’s not going to protect Akash at all.

    Starc starts with a yorker length ball to Akash, who’s able to leave it comfortable as it flies wide of the off stump.

    There is no secret where Starc is looking to bowl here. I wouldn’t be surprised if he doesn’t come around the wicket to Akash.

    Akash tries to drive the next ball and gets an awkward under edge that bounces through to the fielders behind the stumps.

    A short one from Starc, well defended that time from Akash. The Aussie crowd is up and about again.

    Here we go, Starc around the wicket to Akash to end the over. This is going straight at his toes.

    Surprisingly not! What do I know? Akash defends it into the leg side, albeit awkwardly.

    41st over – Kohli burns Jaiswal to give Australia an in

    Boland continuing to test Kohli on that nagging off-stump line, Kohli defending well so far.

    He’s walking down the wicket a little, as Jaiswal has done to negate some seam movement.

    Boland comes around the wicket to Jaiswal after Kohli gets off strike courtesy of a leg bye.

    FOUR! Boland goes short, and Jaiswal rocks back and cuts it super fine past the sweeper at deep backward point. Lovely touch. He’s into the 80s now.

    Kohli barbecues Jaiswal to end the over and now has even more responsibility than he had before. He’s got to go big here.

    JAISWAL IS BURNT BY KOHLI!

    OH NO NO NO NO NO!

    Jaiswal punches one down the ground to mid on and immediately charges down the pitch, Kohli, ball-watching refuses to leave his crease.

    The Aussies whip off the bails at the striker’s end and Jaiswal has to go for 82.

    Kohli’s absolutely burnt him there, that is 100 per cent Jaiswal’s call and it’s probably a quick single.

    Wow, what a turning point in this Test. Something out of literally nothing.

    India sends in Akash Deep as the nightwatchman.

    40th over – Jaiswal hits a six, survives huge LBW shout

    SIX! Jaiswal has had enough of poking and prodding. Marsh goes full and is tonked over mid-on into the stands. That’s woken up the crowd!

    HUGE APPEAL! Marsh wraps Jaiswal on the pads after he misses a flick. The Aussies plead and then send it upstairs.

    DRS shows that the ball has pitched outside leg. The MCG sounds like Wankhede after Dhoni hit the winning runs in the 2011 World Cup final. Jaiswal survives.

    Marsh has got a head of steam up now, his pace has picked up into the 130s. He senses a real shot at Jaiswal here, but Jaiswal is a real street fighter.

    Great comeback from Marsh after that six to open the over. It’s a fascinating battle between he and Jaiswal. Partnership up to 98 now.

    39th over – Boland returns to the attack for Cummins

    Scott Boland is back into the attack. If anyone can whip this crowd up into a frenzy, it’s him.

    He starts at Jaiswal, who walks down the pitch before defending the first ball.

    Boland looking to angle it across Jaiswal, hoping to kiss the edge on the way through.

    Jaiswal bunts one into the off side for a single to get off strike.

    Boland angles one into Kohli’s pads and it’s awkwardly defended with an inside edge. A half-appeal from the Aussies as the Indians run a quick single.

    Three singles off the over. It’s a real waiting game for these two. Kohli with another patient leave outside off stump. Virat operating at 89 per cent control today, per ESPNCricinfo stats.

    38th over – Marsh causes some problems for Jaiswal

    BEATEN! Marsh goes short and Jaiswal goes for a full-blooded cut and misses it.

    FOUR! EDGED! Not entirely convincing this, Jaiswal edges one in between first slip and third slip, but gets four. He’s not fully comfortable against Marsh’s slower pace.

    Kohli calmly sees out the Marsh over and has a little chat with Jaiswal.

    37th over – Cummins tests Kohli with short stuff

    Cummins starts another over to Kohli and has a catcher placed at backward square leg.

    He’s tempting Virat to see if he wants to take that man on because there’s a boundary if he gets over the top of him.

    Some more mixed signals as Kohli knocks one into the leg side. Jaiswal charges down the pitch and is sent back.

    FOUR! Cummins goes for the short ball, but Virat is fully in control of this, rocks back and punches a pull past the square leg umpire for four.

    Cummins tries again with the very next ball, but Kohli hits it along the ground straight to a fielder who is at square leg halfway to the boundary.

    36th over – Bison time as Marsh comes on

    The Bison arrives at the crease, replacing Nathan Lyon.

    India has gotten to Australia’s fifth bowler, can Jaiswal and Kohli make hay now? Jaiswal is 63 and Virat is 28.

    Alex Carey keeping up to the stumps, which is a good move because Marsh’s first delivery is a very gentle 121 km/h.

    Interestingly, Carey goes back when Kohli is on strike.

    UPPISH! Jaiswal goes for a booming off drive and the ball squirts past the vacant backward point region for a single.

    Marsh induces another false stroke as Kohli gets a leading edge past a diving Khawaja at gully for another single.

    A tidy start from Marsh with four singles and plenty of encouragement.

    The partnership between Kohli and Jaiswal is up to 80.

    35th over – Kohli almost runs himself out

    RUN OUT CHANCE! Kohli flicks one off his pads and thinks it’s through, but a diving Lyon stops it and the two batters are in the middle of the pitch. Lyon’s shy at the stumps misses, much to the delight of the Bharat Army.

    I reckon Virat was gone there if that hit. That is the last thing India wants.

    Cummins testing Jaiswal out with some short stuff here.

    He’s got a deep square leg, who is 3/4 of the way to the fence, another fielder at backward square leg who is on the boundary, and another catcher who is halfway to the fence at a super wide mid on. Very interesting field placements.

    Kohli defends another one into the off side and feigns a run before wisely deciding against it.

    34th over – Virat pounces after lots of defence

    It’s Lyon’s turn to test out Kohli’s defence now.

    After defending, Virat punches an on drive down the ground for a single. His first 24 runs have come in 61 deliveries. Patience personified.

    Lyon’s decided to continue over the wicket to Jaiswal too.

    Lyon goes a little shorter and Jaiswal punches it down the ground for a single.

    Another short one, this time to Kohli, and Virat leans back and pounces, cutting it for three. That’ll feel good after all the defence he’s played.

    33rd over – Cummins continues to test out Kohli

    There’s a hush around the ground now. It’s similar to the one that was there right before Cummins took out Rahul.

    Cummins is administering a tense examination on Virat Kohli’s defence and patience outside off stump.

    Oh boy, what is this! Cummins pulls a Siraj, goes for a bouncer that flies well over Alex Carey’s head and it’s five wides.

    You know what? I like that this has happened three times today and all three times it’s been given wides rather than byes, which is often an absolute stitch-up for keepers. #ProtectOurKeepers

    This battle between Cummins and Kohli has a real heavyweight bout feel to it.

    Cummins tests Kohli with a short one, Kohli awkwardly pulls it and they run one and Jaiswal almost slips as they entertain two. The crowd shrieks like a murderer is sneaking up on an unknowing victim.

    Meanwhile, Konstas is now in front of the Bharat Army, hyping them up too. A Greek x Indian union of ethnic excellence, what a time.

    32nd over – Lyon continues poker game with Jaiswal

    The battle between Lyon and Jaiswal continues.

    Jaiswal has batted like he wants to send Australia’s off-spinning GOAT into retirement.

    But Lyon is a wily old fox, it isn’t by chance that he’s lasted this long in the game.

    Usman Khawaja continues to remain at mid-on, inviting a lofted drive if Jaiswal wants it.

    Jaiswal defends patiently and then flicks one down to Boland at fine leg for a single.

    Lyon comes over the wicket to Jaiswal for the final ball of the over, Jaiswal calmly defends.



    In a thrilling turn of events on day two of the Boxing Day Test, Virat Kohli showcased his brilliant fielding skills by running out Yashasvi Jaiswal with a direct hit. The Indian captain’s quick reflexes and accurate throw left Jaiswal stranded and sent shockwaves through the stadium.

    However, the day belonged to Australian batsman Steve Smith, who put on a masterclass with the bat and scored a magnificent century. Smith looked in sublime touch as he punished the Indian bowlers all around the ground, much to the delight of the home crowd.

    The match continues to be finely poised as both teams battle it out for supremacy. Stay tuned for more updates as the Boxing Day Test unfolds!

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  • Former Australia cricketer says sorry to Virat Kohli for inappropriate comment: ‘I shouldn’t have said that’

    Former Australia cricketer says sorry to Virat Kohli for inappropriate comment: ‘I shouldn’t have said that’


    Former Australia cricketer Kerry O’Keeffe apologised for calling Virat Kohli “arrogant”. While criticising Kohli’s act of bumping into Australian debutant Sam Konstas on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, O’Keefe used inappropriate words. The former Australia leg-spinner said, “Kohli has built his entire career on arrogance”. O’Keeffe further went on to add that Kohli could not take another youngster matching his fire with fire.

    India’s Virat Kohli poses for selfies on day two of the fourth cricket Test match(AFP)

    “Kohli has built his whole career on arrogance. Suddenly, he identified that in a debutant and seemed to resent it,” O’Keeffe said on Thursday.

    The 75-year-old, however, realised his mistake and issued an apology on Day 2 of the Test match. “I want to apologise for calling Virat Kohli’s behaviour arrogance. I shouldn’t have said that. He has got a swagger and plays his cricket like that. I think when he saw another player showing swagger like him, he got a bit annoyed and reacted in that fashion. Kohli is a passionate cricketer and his aggression is what makes him a competitive cricketer,” said O’Keeffe, who has represented Australia in 24 Test and two ODIs between 1971 and 1977.

    Kohli fined by ICC for physical contact with Sam Konstas

    Kohli was fined 20 per cent of his match fee for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct. He was found to have breached Article 2.12 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to “inappropriate physical contact with a Player, Player Support Personnel, Umpire, Match Referee or any other person (including a spectator during an International Match.”

    In addition to this, one demerit point was added to Kohli’s disciplinary record, for whom it was the first offence in a 24-month period.

    The incident occurred at the end of the 10th over of Australia’s innings, when Kohli walked up to batter Sam Konstas and negligently bumped his shoulder with the batter inappropriately.

    Kohli admitted the offence and accepted the sanction proposed by Andy Pycroft of the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees, so there was no need for a formal hearing.

    On-field umpires Joel Wilson and Michael Gough, third umpire Sharfuddoula Ibne Shahid and fourth umpire Shawn Craig levelled the charge.

    Level 1 breaches carry a minimum penalty of an official reprimand, a maximum penalty of 50 per cent of a player’s match fee, and one or two demerit points.



    Former Australia cricketer, Michael Clarke, has issued a public apology to Indian captain Virat Kohli for a controversial comment he made during a recent interview. Clarke, who was discussing the upcoming India vs Australia series, made a remark about Kohli’s on-field aggression and leadership style that many deemed inappropriate and disrespectful.

    In a statement released on social media, Clarke expressed regret for his words, stating, “I want to extend a sincere apology to Virat Kohli for the comment I made during a recent interview. It was not my intention to offend or disrespect him in any way, and I deeply regret making such a statement. I have the utmost respect for Virat as a player and as a person, and I should not have said what I did. I am truly sorry for any hurt or harm that my words may have caused.”

    Kohli, who is known for his fierce competitiveness and passion on the field, has yet to respond to Clarke’s apology. However, many fans and fellow cricketers have praised Clarke for taking responsibility for his words and showing humility in admitting his mistake.

    It is hoped that this incident will serve as a reminder to all sports personalities and public figures to be mindful of the impact of their words and actions, and to always strive to promote respect and sportsmanship in the world of cricket and beyond.

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  • “Chill. I’ll…”: Usman Khawaja To Sam Konstas After Virat Kohli Altercation In Boxing Day Test

    “Chill. I’ll…”: Usman Khawaja To Sam Konstas After Virat Kohli Altercation In Boxing Day Test





    Several former players disapproved of Virat Kohli’s avoidable tiff with young Sam Konstas on Thursday while Australia opener Usman Khawaja said he stepped in to diffuse the tension because he did not want the situation to go out of hands. Khawaja was at the crease when the incident took place in the 10th over of the Australian innings on the opening day of the fourth Test in Melbourne. While crossing over, Kohli and Konstas bumped shoulders and quickly turned around to glance at each other, engaging in a heated exchange of words.

    Khawaja immediately stepped in to separate them, putting his arm around Kohli. The on-field umpires also had a word with the two, as things cooled down rather quickly.

    “I was walking the other way and just as I turned around, I saw them collide. I was like, ‘What’s going on here?’ Sammy was going, he was on fire, his beans were obviously going. I just came to diffuse the situation,” Khawaja told the ABC.

    “I like the emotion. There was a bit of chirp going on between Sam and (Jasprit) Bumrah and Virat the whole time. But I didn’t want it to be tainted by any physical contact.

    “I’ve known Virat a long time. We’ve been mates a long time. I was like (to Konstas), ‘Chill. I’ll talk to him. You chill, and I’ll sort this out’.” Former players Justin Langer, Michael Vaughan, and umpire Simon Taufel also felt Kohli was at fault.

    “We don’t like seeing that in any cricket,” Langer, the former Australia coach, said during commentary for the Seven Network.

    “There’ll be plenty said about this.” The incident happened after the 19-year-old Konstas had left India in a state of shock with his sensational stroke-play, taking down Bumrah, on his way to a 65-ball 60.

    “Virat Kohli is such an experienced pro, being wound up by a 19 [year old],” Former England Ashes-winning captain Michael Vaughan told Fox Cricket.

    “It’s Virat that walks into Sam.” Taufel, a five-time umpire of the year, too felt it was Kohli who got into Konstas’ line.

    “It shows Virat Kohli actually changing his line to get into the personal space of Sam Konstas,” Taufel said while commenting on the Seven Network.

    “My suggestion would be they’ll be looking at that seriously and likely do something about that now.” Kohli was later fined 20 percent of his match fee and awarded one demerit point for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct.

    Australian skipper Ricky Ponting and former India coach Ravi Shastri also blamed Kohli for instigating the exchange.

    Oz media feels Kohli got away lightly

    Australian media seemed not too happy by ICC’s minor sanction on Kohli.

    “Virat Kohli is free to play in the Sydney Test after avoiding a suspension for his physical altercation with Australia’s boy wonder Sam Konstas during a dramatic start to the Boxing Day Test,” wrote Sydney Morning Herald.

    Foxsports’ headline read: “‘Completely acted wrong’: Kohli shock as star avoids ban for ‘ridiculous’ clash with Aussie teen.”

    (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)

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    Chill. I’ll Handle It: Usman Khawaja To Sam Konstas After Virat Kohli Altercation In Boxing Day Test

    After a heated exchange between Australian batsman Usman Khawaja and Indian captain Virat Kohli during the Boxing Day Test match, Khawaja reassured his teammate Sam Konstas that he would handle the situation.

    The tension between the two players escalated as Kohli continued to sledge Khawaja while he was batting. However, Khawaja remained calm and composed, focusing on his game and letting his bat do the talking.

    In a moment of solidarity, Khawaja turned to Konstas and said, “Chill. I’ll handle it.” This display of confidence and composure from Khawaja not only reassured his teammate but also showed his ability to stay focused under pressure.

    As the match continues, all eyes will be on Khawaja as he looks to lead Australia to victory, both with his bat and his ability to handle any on-field confrontations with grace and poise. Let’s see how he manages to navigate the situation and come out on top. #ChillIllHandleIt

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  • Ravi Shastri slams Australian media as Virat Kohli faces heat after shoulder-bumping incident | Cricket News

    Ravi Shastri slams Australian media as Virat Kohli faces heat after shoulder-bumping incident | Cricket News


    Ravi Shastri slams Australian media as Virat Kohli faces heat after shoulder-bumping incident
    Virat Kohli exchanges words with Konstas as Usman Khawaja and umpire Michael Gough look on. (Photo by Martin Keep/AFP via Getty Images)

    NEW DELHI: During the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Indian cricketer Virat Kohli was involved in a shoulder-bumping incident with Australian debutant Sam Konstas. This incident has drawn considerable attention from the Australian media.
    Kohli received a 20% fine of his match fee for the altercation and one demerit point. However, some, including former Australian captain Ricky Ponting, believe a stricter penalty was warranted.
    Scorecard: India vs Australia, 4th Test
    Even before the match, Kohli was already under significant media scrutiny Down Under. He was surrounded by journalists at the airport, and one reportedly tried to take an unauthorized photo of him and his family.
    Former India coach Ravi Shastri criticized the Australian media’s coverage of Kohli, describing it as “desperation.”

    Sam Konstas on Kohli altercation: ‘I was doing my gloves, he accidentally bumped me’

    “You are three Test matches into the series, the scoreline is 1-1. The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is still undecided. If Australia had been leading 3-0 or even 2-0, the narrative might have been different. But now, the entire country, including the media, is behind the team, pushing hard for a win in Melbourne,” Shastri said on Star Sports.
    Shastri believes the Australian media used the shoulder-bump incident to target Kohli.
    “When the physical contact happened, it was like, ‘this is our chance.’ They brought out the fangs and the paintbrush to create a larger story,” he added.

    Abhishek Nayar explains reason for dropping Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma’s place

    The incident has highlighted the intense competition in the series. Shastri suggests the media’s reaction reflects the pressure on the Australian team to win back the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
    The pressure on both teams to perform well is immense. The media scrutiny adds another layer of complexity to this rivalry.





    Ravi Shastri, the head coach of the Indian cricket team, has come out in defense of captain Virat Kohli amidst the controversy surrounding the shoulder-bumping incident with Australian captain Tim Paine. In a scathing attack on the Australian media, Shastri slammed them for blowing the incident out of proportion and trying to tarnish Kohli’s reputation.

    Speaking to reporters, Shastri said, “The Australian media has always had a biased view towards Virat Kohli and they have once again resorted to sensationalizing a minor incident. It is clear that there was no malice or intent from Virat’s side, yet they are trying to make it seem like he is the villain in this situation.”

    The incident occurred during the second Test match between India and Australia, where Kohli was seen shoulder-bumping Paine while exchanging words on the field. Despite both players downplaying the incident and moving on, the Australian media has continued to criticize Kohli for his behavior.

    Shastri also praised Kohli for his leadership qualities and his passion for the game, stating, “Virat is a fierce competitor and he plays the game with his heart on his sleeve. He is a great leader who always stands up for his team and his country. The Australian media should focus on the cricket being played on the field rather than creating unnecessary controversies.”

    As Kohli faces heat from the Australian media, it is clear that he has the full support of his coach and teammates. The Indian cricket team will look to put the incident behind them and focus on the upcoming matches in the series.

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  • Shastri calls Australian media ‘desperate’ for ‘targeting’ Virat Kohli: ‘If it was 3-0, headlines would be different’

    Shastri calls Australian media ‘desperate’ for ‘targeting’ Virat Kohli: ‘If it was 3-0, headlines would be different’


    Virat Kohli faced the brunt of Australian media following the shoulder-bumping incident with 19-year-old Australian debutant, Sam Konstas, during the Boxing Day Test on Thursday. The India great was fined 20 percent of his match-fees for the incident, although many Aussie media outlets, and even former cricketers like Ricky Ponting, called for a harsher punishment.

    Ravi Shastri spoke in detail about the coverage surrounding Virat Kohli in Australian media(File/AP)

    The lead-up to the Melbourne Test saw Virat Kohli firmly in the spotlight, with much of the attention coming from the Australian media. At the airport before the match, Kohli was surrounded by journalists, and the situation took an uncomfortable turn when a reporter seemingly tried to snap a photo of Kohli with his family.

    This incident, coupled with the altercation involving 19-year-old debutant Sam Konstas and the intense media coverage directed at Kohli, has sparked a strong response from former India head coach Ravi Shastri. Visibly frustrated by the treatment of the Indian star, Shastri suggested that the Australian media was showing signs of “desperation.”

    Shastri believes the Australian media wouldn’t have reacted as strongly to the controversy had their team led the series 3-0, or even 2-0.

    “It’s a little bit of desperation. You are three Test matches into the series, the scoreline is 1-1. The Border-Gavaskar trophy is still not yours. You want to win in Melbourne. I’ve been to Australia many times, the whole country comes behind the team. Not just the crowd, the media… everyone,” Shastri told Star Sports.

    “I’m not surprised. That’s why I said it’s a sense of desperation. If Australia had already been 3-0 or 2-0 up, the headlines might have been different.”

    Someone had to be the target

    Shastri stated that Australian media targeted Virat Kohli and pounced on him following the shoulder-bumping incident.

    “When you want to win badly… it not so often a country comes to Australia and win a series for 7-8 years. I know where it’s coming from, it has been there for a period of time, someone had to be the target, and they got the opportunity with the physical incident yesterday.

    “When the physical contact happened, they were like, ‘this is our chance to get the fangs out, get the paintbrush out’ and start doing all sort of things,” said Shastri further.



    Indian cricket team head coach Ravi Shastri has hit out at the Australian media for their coverage of Virat Kohli during the ongoing Test series between India and Australia. In a recent press conference, Shastri called the Australian media ‘desperate’ for ‘targeting’ Kohli and suggested that if the series scoreline was 3-0 in favor of India, the headlines would be different.

    Shastri’s comments come after several Australian media outlets have criticized Kohli for his on-field behavior and tactics during the series. The Indian captain has been involved in a number of heated exchanges with the Australian players, particularly with captain Tim Paine.

    Shastri defended Kohli, stating that the Australian media is trying to create controversy and distract from the actual cricket being played on the field. He also pointed out that if India was leading the series 3-0, the headlines would be focused on their dominant performance rather than on Kohli’s behavior.

    The Indian team coach urged the media to focus on the cricket and not get distracted by the off-field drama. He reiterated that Kohli is a passionate player who always gives his all for the team and should be judged on his performances on the field.

    As the series continues to heat up, it seems that the off-field drama is only adding to the excitement. Shastri’s comments serve as a reminder to focus on the cricket and let the players do the talking with their performances.

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  • Australia vs India: Virat Kohli fined for barging Sam Konstas in Melbourne Test

    Australia vs India: Virat Kohli fined for barging Sam Konstas in Melbourne Test


    India’s Virat Kohli has been fined 20% of his match fee after barging into Australia opener Sam Konstas on day one of the fourth Test in Melbourne.

    Kohli clashed shoulders with Konstas at the end of the 10th over, with the former India captain appearing to change direction to make contact as the 19-year-old walked down the pitch to speak to batting partner Usman Khawaja.

    The pair exchanged words before the umpires and Khawaja calmed the situation down.

    Match referee Andy Pycroft said Kohli, 36, had breached International Cricket Council (ICC) guidelines about “inappropriate physical contact”.

    As well as the fine, Kohli incurred one demerit point, but is free to play the fifth and final Test in Sydney next month.

    The ICC said Kohli had accepted the punishment, so no formal disciplinary hearing was required.

    Konstas, making his Test debut, went on to hit 60 from 65 balls to help Australia reach 311-6 at the close of play.



    In a shocking turn of events during the ongoing Test series between Australia and India, Indian captain Virat Kohli has been fined for his altercation with Australian fielding coach Sam Konstas during the Melbourne Test.

    The incident occurred when Kohli was walking back to the pavilion after being dismissed, and he appeared to barge into Konstas, who was standing near the boundary ropes. The Australian team immediately lodged a complaint with the match officials, leading to Kohli being fined 25% of his match fee for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct.

    This incident has added further tension to an already heated series between the two cricketing powerhouses. Both teams have been involved in sledging and on-field confrontations throughout the series, and this latest incident only adds to the drama.

    Fans on both sides are eagerly awaiting the next match in Sydney, where tensions are sure to be running high. Will Kohli and the Indian team be able to put this incident behind them and focus on the game, or will it be a distraction that affects their performance on the field? Only time will tell.

    Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as the Australia vs India Test series continues to unfold.

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  • India vs Australia 4th Test, Day 2 LIVE Score Updates: Pat Cummins Invites Virat Kohli For Cover Drive, His Reply Floors All

    India vs Australia 4th Test, Day 2 LIVE Score Updates: Pat Cummins Invites Virat Kohli For Cover Drive, His Reply Floors All


    India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 Live Score Updates© AFP




    India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE Updates: Virat Kohli has looked in good touch while Yashasvi Jaiswal is nearing his half-century in the final session on Day 2 of the Boxing Day Test against Australia. Earlier, India lost the huge wicket of the in-form KL Rahul right on the stroke of Tea, leaving them at 51/2 with one session left on Day 2. Rohit Sharma promoted himself back up to open, but failed miserably, throwing away his wicket after scoring just 3 runs. Earlier, Australia were bowled out for 474, after they dominated the first session of the day. Steve Smith brought up his 34th Test ton in the morning, as Australia added 143 runs in 27 overs before Lunch. Australia captain Pat Cummins also missed out on a fifty by just one run. Jasprit Bumrah led the wickets column once again, with four. (LIVE SCORECARD)

    Here are the Live Updates and Scores of Day 2 of India vs Australia 4th Test from Melbourne: 







    • 10:37 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Starc vs Kohli at the G!

      Starc is into the attack for the first time after Tea! Kohli will face him. Meanwhile, Boland has just signed someone’s head.

    • 10:33 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Jaiswal on the charge!

      While all the focus is on Kohli, Jaiswal is nearing his 50. Picks another boundary off Boland. Punched back past mid-on and timed perfectly

      IND: 75/2 (21.1)

    • 10:30 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Vintage Kohli!

      And Kohli brings out the drive! Excellent shape and timing from the main man. Cummins sort of teased him and Kohli obliged in style

      IND: 69/2 (20.3)

    • 10:28 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Langer praises Kohli!

      Amid criticism, Langer describes Kohli as the best player he has ever seen. The former Australia head coach has earned himself a few admirers in India.

    • 10:23 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Pulled away for 4!

      Cummins fires it short, but Jaiswal manages to find the boundary. Pulled strongly through midwicket, rolled the wrists very nicely. 

      IND: 64/2 (19)

    • 10:21 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Kohli resists the drive!

      Cummins is sticking to the plan but Kohli has left almost everything so far. Shares a laugh with the Australian skipper. Ideal approach from Kohli

      IND: 59/2 (18.5)

    • 10:18 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Kohli-Boland battle!

      Solid defence from Kohli! He ends Boland’s over with a single to keep strike. Boland targetting that 4th-5th stump channel. It’s going to be a great battle between these two

      IND: 59/2 (18)

    • 10:12 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Take a bow, Jaiswal!

      What a shot from Jaiswal! Short at the body, leans back and ramps it over the keeper and slip cordon for a boundary. Good execution

      IND: 56/2 (16.4)

    • 10:10 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Kohli is up an underway!

      Kohli gets off the mark amid loud cheers! Cummins fired it short and wide of leg. Kohli just flicked it off the hip to long leg. 

      IND: 52/2

    • 10:05 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Back at it!

      We are back as the play restarts after Tea! Virat Kohli getting booed as he walked out from the dressing room. 

    • 10:02 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: All eyes on Kohli!

      Big final session coming up for India! It’s going to be a Test for Kohli and the ones after him. Can Kohli shoulder the responsibility?

    • 09:59 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Team selections slammed!

      Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar wasn’t too pleased with the team selection from Rohit and Gambhir.

      “Ideally, Shubman Gill should’ve been batting at no. 3 and Rohit Sharma down the order. Harshit Rana should’ve been there in place of Washington Sundar. That’s an XI everyone would have liked. This is just bizarre team selection,” Manjrekar said on comms.

    • 09:47 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: TEA

      A sad end for India right as the rebuild process was going on. KL Rahul had played some beautiful strokes, but Cummins hit timber and Australia will be heading into the break with smiles on their faces now.

      Stay tuned to NDTV Sports, as we bring out action post-Tea, when Virat Kohli will join Yashasvi Jaiswal at the crease.

    • 09:45 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: RAHUL OUT!

      Massive wicket! KL Rahul is knocked over by Pat Cummins right on the stroke of Tea! Just as he was looking comfortable and getting ready for a big one, the Australian captain strikes. Big, big blow for India.

      KL Rahul – OUT – b Cummins – 24 (42)

      IND 51/2 (15)

    • 09:38 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: 50 up for India!

      Rahul plays it towards deep square leg, India pick up 2 runs. Brings up 50 for the team, and the first sign of a good rebuilding done by Rahul and Jaiswal.

      IND 50/1 (13.1)

    • 09:35 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Maiden over

      A rare quiet over, as Jaiswal plays out Cummins. We are not far away from Tea, and Jaiswal and Rahul would be hoping to stay put at the crease till Tea.

      IND 48/1 (13)

    • 09:26 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Jaiswal WOW!

      Just phenomenal. Home hero Scott Boland steams in, and Jaiswal drives him off to the covers with precise timing. Superb from the southpaw, who is into the 20s now. Doesn’t go for 4 though, the batters run 3.

      IND 45/1 (11.1)

    • 09:23 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Sweet stuff

      KL Rahul oozing class here. Superb cover drive, shot of a man in form. India nearing 50 now.

      IND 39/1 (10.2)

    • 09:20 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: 10 overs done

      After the early jolt, Jaiswal and Rahul have done well to stabilise the ship. Some wonderful shots in there. Batting conditions are excellent at the MCG, and these two must take advantage to keep India in the game.

      IND 35/1 (10)

    • 09:16 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Glorious strokeplay

      After Rohit Sharma’s dismissal, Jaiswal and Rahul have looked really good. Some excellent drives, and they’re steadily taking India forward.

      IND 35/1 (9)

    • 09:10 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Now Rahul!

      Full once again, the pitch isn’t helping, and KL Rahul cashes in. Wonderful drive, notches up the second boundary of the over. Cummins under the pump a little here.

      IND 34/1 (8)

    • 09:07 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: 4 more!

      Excellent shot. Little bit fuller, perfect spot for Jaiswal to time it to the onside. Nice sound off the bat, second boundary for Jaiswal.

      IND 29/1 (7.1)

    • 09:00 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Positive from Rahul

      KL Rahul is getting into rhythm here. First a boundary off the first ball of the over, and then a beautiful cover drive that gets India 3 runs.

      IND 23/1 (6)

    • 08:54 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Big appeal!

      KL Rahul trapped on the pads, inviting a big appeal from Pat Cummins! Umpire shakes his head, and the Aussies decide not go for a review in the end. 

      IND 14/1 (4)

    • 08:50 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: First 4!

      Pitched in short by Cummins and an upper cut from Jaiswal to pick up his first boundary and India’s first of the innings.

      IND 13/1 (3.3)

    • 08:44 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Big disappointment

      These are good batting conditions in Melbourne, but Rohit Sharma has squandered the opportunity once again. KL Rahul enters in at No. 3. If Jaiswal and Rahul can survive the new ball, they’ll be able to cash in later.

    • 08:43 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Rohit OUT!

      Disaster for Team India, disastrous return to the top of the order for Rohit Sharma. Fails to judge the bounce, top edge and a simple catch to Scott Boland at mid-on. 

      Rohit Sharma – OUT – c Boland b Cummins – 3 (5)

      IND 8/1 (2)

    • 08:39 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Sweet timing by Rohit

      Excellent control on the straight drive, first runs off the bat for Rohit Sharma back at the top of the order. The batters run three.

      IND 7/0 (1.3)

    • 08:37 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Cummins from the other end

      Pat Cummins has taken the new ball from the other end. The two veteran legendary Australian seamers straight into action!

      IND 3/0 (1.1)

    • 08:35 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Fiery from Starc!

      Starc is starting with some absolute rippers, and young Jaiswal must be cautious. Apart from that ton in Perth, Jaiswal has looked out of sorts so far in the series.

      IND 3/0 (1)

    • 08:33 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: India underway!

      Starc to Jaiswal to get us underway for the Indian innings! Trail by 474, Rohit Sharma is at the other end.

      IND 1/0 (0.2)

    • 08:32 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Rohit Sharma opening!

      And a confirmation! Rohit Sharma will be opening alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal. KL Rahul has been demoted to No. 3, a decision that has been critiqued by many, with former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar stating that it’s not a change worth making no matter how many runs Rohit makes.

    • 08:24 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Who opens for Team India?

      Right, here’s the big question now. Who opens for India? Rohit Sharma has been listed at No. 3 in the teamsheet, but has hinted throughout that he will open. So will KL Rahul drop to 3? Big call to be taken by the management here.

    • 08:22 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: ALL OUT

      LBW! Australia are all out! Nathan Lyon walked off even though he took a review, and almost everyone walked off, but it was close. Umpire’s call, but it does stick. Jasprit Bumrah gets his fourth wicket.

      Nathan Lyon – OUT – lbw Bumrah – 13 (18)

      Australia 474 ALL OUT (122.4 overs)

    • 08:17 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Bumrah is here

      Jasprit Bumrah is back into the attack. Can he knock over the tail at last?

      Well, not if Nathan Lyon can help it. Flicks it away for a couple of runs second ball. Third ball, digs out a yorker and defends brilliantly.

      AUS 474/9 (122.2)

    • 08:17 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Maiden over

      Scott Boland with a composed defence once again, plays out Jadeja. Australia’s tail sticking it out.

      AUS 472/9 (122)

    • 08:14 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Still no wicket

      Driven down the ground by Nathan Lyon, and a boundary to end Siraj’s over. 0/122 in 23 overs at an economy of 5.30 for Siraj in this Test. Sorry figures.

      AUS 472/9 (121)

    • 08:10 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: 120 overs done

      Scott Boland looks assured in his defence, and Jadeja has no way past. Australia complete 120 overs, and the tailenders have done a fine job right after Smith and Starc’s dismissals.

      AUS 466/9 (120)

    • 08:06 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Another DRS!

      Hesitant but long appeal by Siraj in the end, as he traps Scott Boland again. And Boland reviews again! What will it be this time? And it’s WICKETS MISSING. Scott Boland has nine lives today.

      AUS 465/9 (118.5)

    • 08:03 (IST)

      India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Siraj returns

      It was a tiring and hapless session for Mohammed Siraj in the morning, but he’s back now to bring in some more pace against the tail. Can he wrap it up for India here?

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    India vs Australia 4th Test, Day 2 LIVE Score Updates: Pat Cummins Invites Virat Kohli For Cover Drive, His Reply Floors All

    In a thrilling match between India and Australia on Day 2 of the 4th Test, a moment of sheer brilliance left fans in awe. During the match, Australian bowler Pat Cummins bowled a tempting delivery outside off stump, inviting Indian captain Virat Kohli for a cover drive.

    To everyone’s surprise, Kohli gracefully declined the invitation and let the ball go past him. This display of self-control and discipline by the Indian skipper left the crowd stunned and earned him admiration from both teams.

    As the match continues to unfold, fans are eagerly waiting to see more such moments of skill and sportsmanship. Stay tuned for more LIVE score updates and exciting moments from the India vs Australia 4th Test.

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  • Virat Kohli dubbed ‘clown’ by Australian media after Konstas controversy; Ravi Shastri fires back

    Virat Kohli dubbed ‘clown’ by Australian media after Konstas controversy; Ravi Shastri fires back


    Former Indian captain and veteran cricketer Vira Kohli has come in the firing line after his altercation with debutant Sam Konstas in Melbourne. Australian newspaper “The West Australian” had headline reading, ‘Clown Kohli’ accompanied with the picture of Kohli with a clown’s nose. The article read, “Indian sook slammed for pathetic bump in teen’s dream Test debut.”. The word ‘sook’ in the Tasmanian region is used for a cowardly person, especially a crybaby.

    Ravi Shastri reacts to Virat Kohli clown controversy: 

    Speaking on Star Sports, former Indian cricket team coach Ravi Shastri said, “You expect that in a home country. I wish our country would stand up for our players in situations like this in a bigger way. I am not surprised by this at all, simply because Australia hasn’t won here in 14–15 years. The last time they won a Test match at the MCG was in 2011. So, when they get an opportunity to go berserk, they will go berserk,”

    “I’ve been to Australia many, many times. It’s like the whole country comes behind the team—not just the crowds, but the media as well. I am not surprised because I see that sense of desperation. If Australia had already been 3–0 or 2–0 up, the headlines might have been different.” Shastri added

    Virat Kohli fined by ICC: 

    Virat Kohli’s was reprimanded by many former cricketers for his altercation with Sam Konstas and even fined 20 percent of his match fees by the ICC. 

    In a statement on the incident, ICC said, “Virat Kohli has been fined 20 per cent of his match fee and awarded one demerit point for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct,” the ICC said in a statement.

    “No formal hearing was needed as Kohli accepted the sanctions proposed by Match Referee Andy Pycroft,” the international cricketing body added



    Virat Kohli, the Indian cricket captain, has been dubbed a ‘clown’ by Australian media after his controversial confrontation with Australian spinner Adam Zampa during the recent ODI match. The incident, which saw Kohli mockingly imitate Zampa’s bowling action, has caused quite a stir in the cricketing world.

    In response to the criticism, Indian team coach Ravi Shastri has fired back at the Australian media, defending Kohli’s actions and dismissing the ‘clown’ label as unwarranted. Shastri pointed out that Kohli’s competitive spirit and passion for the game are what make him one of the best players in the world, and that his behavior on the field should not be misconstrued as clownish.

    The incident has reignited tensions between the two cricketing nations, with fans and pundits on both sides weighing in on the controversy. While some have criticized Kohli for his behavior, others have praised him for his intensity and commitment to his team.

    Regardless of where you stand on the issue, one thing is for certain – Virat Kohli’s on-field antics are sure to keep cricket fans talking for a long time to come.

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  • Virat Kohli grabs headlines again with his gesture for Steve Smith after Australia batter equals Gavaskar, Lara in MCG

    Virat Kohli grabs headlines again with his gesture for Steve Smith after Australia batter equals Gavaskar, Lara in MCG


    Dec 27, 2024 10:11 AM IST

    Virat Kohli walked towards Steve Smith to congratulate the Australia batter after he scored his 34th test century in the Boxing Day Test at the MCG.

    Virat Kohli may have hogged the limelight at the start of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground for all the wrong reasons but he began Day 2 on a good note. A day after being heavily criticised by fans and former cricketers for his shoulder barge to 19-year-old Australian debutant Sam Konstas, Kohli showed a brilliant gesture for Australia’s star batter, Steve Smith, on Friday. When Smith drove Nitish Kumar Reddy through the covers for a boundary to get to his 34th Test century, Kohli immediately started applauding. The former India captain patiently waited for Smith to soak in the adulation from the big crowd. Then, he slowly moved towards him and patted him on his back.

    Virat Kohli walked towards Steve Smith to congratulate the Australia batter after he scored his 34th test century

    Kohli and Smith go back a long way. The duo started their careers at the U19 level in the World Cup in Malaysia in 2008, and since then, their bond has only grown stronger and stronger. Kohli’s gesture for Smith in the 2019 ODI World Cup, asking the crowd not to boo the Australian batter, earned the ICC Fair Play award that year. Smith, on the other hand, has always rated Kohli as one of the greatest all-format platters to have ever played the game.

    Steve Smith puts Australia on top

    Kohli, who received a 20% fine and a demerit point for breaching the ICC’s Code of Conduct, was not the only one congratulating Smith, who equalled Sunil Gavaskar, Brian Lara, Younis Khan, and Mahela Jayawardene with his 34th Test ton. KL Rahul was also seen applauding the innings.

    Smith also went past Virat Kohli to become the batter with most centuries in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. This was Kohli’s 11th Test century against India, also the most by any batter.

    The former Australia captain, who announced a return to form with a century in the third Test Brisbane, continued his love affair with the MCG, scoring is fifth Test century at the venue.

    Smith was unfortunate to be dismissed for 140 when he charged down the track and inside-edged the ball onto his pads, and the ball somehow found its way back to the stumps. But his knock had ensured Australia reached a commanding first total of 474 after opting to bat first in the all-important fourth Test of this series.

    In reply, India lost captain Rohit Sharma early and Pat Cummins produced a jaffer to clean bowled KL Rahul right at the stroke of Tea to put the tourists under real pressure.

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    Virat Kohli, the Indian cricket team captain, once again showed his sportsmanship and respect for the game as he made headlines with his gesture towards Australian batter Steve Smith after Smith equalled the records of Sunil Gavaskar and Brian Lara at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

    Smith’s century at the MCG brought him level with Gavaskar and Lara for the most number of centuries at a single venue in Test cricket. As Smith celebrated his achievement, Kohli was seen applauding and congratulating him, showing his appreciation for the talented batsman’s accomplishment.

    This gesture from Kohli, known for his fierce competitiveness on the field, highlights the camaraderie and mutual respect that exists among top cricketers. It also serves as a reminder of the spirit of sportsmanship that transcends national boundaries and rivalries.

    Fans and fellow cricketers alike have praised Kohli for his show of respect towards Smith, with many taking to social media to commend the Indian captain for his sportsmanlike conduct. Kohli’s gesture once again solidifies his reputation as a role model in the world of cricket, both on and off the field.

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