Indian cricket faces a challenging situation ahead of the Sydney Test, marked by leadership turmoil, dressing room leaks, and questionable decisions. The team has struggled after a promising start, with senior batters underperforming. Rohit Sharma's inconsistent captaincy and tactical missteps have added to the uncertainty, while Gambhir's coaching strategies remain under scrutiny.
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India's U19 women's cricket team secured a resounding nine-wicket victory over Pakistan in the U19 Women's T20 Asia Cup. Sonam Yadav's exceptional bowling figures of 4/6 restricted Pakistan to a mere 67/7. G Kamilini's unbeaten 44 then steered India to a comfortable win in just 7.5 overs, setting the stage for their final group match against Nepal.
Virat Kohli's 84 runs played a crucial role in India's semifinal victory against Australia in the Champions Trophy. Despite falling short of his century, Kohli's partnerships with Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, and KL Rahul led India to chase down the target. Hardik Pandya's late sixes ensured India avoided a nervous finish.
Mumbai Indians won their first IPL 2025 match against Kolkata Knight Riders with a convincing performance. Despite this, former England captain Michael Vaughan questioned Rohit Sharma's place in the team due to his poor batting form. While Vaughan acknowledged Rohit's past contributions, he stresses the need for immediate improvement to maintain his position in the playing XI.
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India endured a tough Day 2 at the Gabba Test, with Australia reaching a commanding 405/7. Centuries from Travis Head (152) and Steve Smith (101) propelled the hosts. A heated moment saw Mohammed Siraj's errant throw nearly injure Ravindra Jadeja, drawing a sharp rebuke. Jasprit Bumrah secured a five-wicket haul for India on the second day.