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IND vs AUS: Rahul Dravid reveals the reason behind Indian batters’ hesitance to bowl

The recent shift in the strategic approach of the Indian justice platoon towards favouring the addition of further all-rounders can be attributed to a conspicuous shift in the dynamics of the platoon. This shift primarily revolves around the top-order batters and their changing part as bowling options. Unlike some of their outstanding seniors from the one period,…

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Australia announces ODI squad for Tour of India 2023

Australia’s 18-member squad for the upcoming ODI series against India features the return of key players, most notably their captain Pat Cummins, as they prepare to face India in the three-match ODI series commencing on 22 September. This infusion of experienced talent is expected to add depth and stability to the Australian team as they take on the formidable Indian side in what promises to be…

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( 🌊 ) . . . — OCEANA, stylized as ØCEANA, is a FIVE membered girl group. composed of SAGE, CORDELIA, BLAIRE, SKYE & NAOMI, they started their story in 2017 with their first mini-album INTO THE TIDE.

known to be the first girl group under BIGHIT ENTERTAINMENT after the failure of glam, OCEANA is a self-producing group, who never fails to impress the public. their storyline has intrigued many people ever since their debut and often fans joke if bighit had been planning oceana's and bts's storyline from the 1700s.

( ✨ ) . . . — BASICS !

group name : øceana ( oceana )

label : bighit entertainment ( 2017 - 2023 ) ;

debut date : 17 august, 2017

debut album : INTO THE TIDE

debut song : RISING TIDES

greetings : lost at sea! We are oceana !!

fandom : pearls

colors : cloud dancer ( #EFEEE9 ), dusty blue ( #8C9DAD ), oceana ( #3C4862 )

storyline : kingdom of oceana and it's five princess

music genre : experimental ( 2017- now)

( ✨ ) . . . — MEMBERS !

SAGE, 2000

CORDELIA, 2001

BLAIRE, 2001

SKYE, 2002

NAOMI, 2002

( ✨ ) . . . — DISCOGRAPHY !

into the tide ( 2017 ) | mini-album

enchanted melodies ( 2017 ) | mini-album

eclipse of emotions ( 2018 ) | mini-album

euphoric symphony ( 2018 ) | full length album

kizuna no umi ( 2018 ) | japanese single

oceanic rhythm ( 2018 ) | single album

harmonious echoes ( 2019 ) | mini-album

enchanting serenade ( 2019 ) | mini-album

Sora no hikari ( 2019 ) | japanese mini-album

ocean eyes ( 2020 ) | pre release english single

atlantis ( 2020 ) | english full length album

kaze no sasayaki ( 2020 ) | japanese single

eternal symphony ( 2020 ) | full length album

radient echoes ( 2021 ) | single album

serenity whispers ( 2021 ) | mini-album

dancing aurora ( 2021 ) | mini-album

luminescence ( 2022 ) | full-length album

euphoric resonance ( 2023 ) | single album

whispering tides ( 2023 ) | mini-album

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harmony across the waves ( 2018 - 2019 ) | s.korea ; japan ; usa

harmonious journey : the world tour ( 2019 ) | s.korea ; japan ; china ; thailand ; australia ; uk ; usa

harmony live : virtual waves ( 2020 ) | online concert

celestial melodies : world odyssey ( 2022 - 2023 ) | s.korea ; japan ; china ; thailand ; australia ; uk ; usa ; france ; brazil ; mexico ; india ; philipines ; malaysia ; south africa

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CONCERT REVIEW: COLDPLAY W/ H.E.R. AT BC PLACE - SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Coldplay has been consistently selling out stadiums worldwide for two decades, and for good reason. Their live shows are more than a concert: they are unique, colourful, active participation events. The audience does not just experience the show, but they become an essential part of it.

Opening acts comprised of hip-hop artist Bobby Gonz, pop-rapper 070 Shake, and R&B singer H.E.R.. H.E.R.’s set was especially fun, featuring a full band. The artist played multiple guitars and even the drums while singing, and performed multiple rock covers. A mashup of “I Love Rock 'n Roll” and “We Will Rock You,” followed by Lenny Kravitz’ “Are You Gonna Go My Way” to close the set really warmed up the energy for the main event.

Of particular note for this tour was the efforts Coldplay took in social responsibility and sustainability. Videos detailed how the tour dollars went to support global environmental initiatives, and how much of the show was powered by renewable energy. The set was opened by members of local First Nations, who gave a speech welcoming everyone to their shared lands. The young people and elders on stage gave gratitude to Coldplay for being the first group to create this space for Indigenous peoples of the area.

Each audience member was given a biodegradable LED bracelet that lit up in different colours. Throughout the show, a sea of lights soared across the stadium. This created a really neat, gorgeous visual effect. Thousands of pinpoints blinking in tune and hue. It’s really unlike anything I’ve seen at a concert, particularly with the number of people involved and the amount of detail put into the synchronization. There were lasers and balloons as well, as if BC Place had become a giant rave party.

The majority of Coldplay tracks are upbeat, dance-worthy tunes. But even the mellow piano-focused tracks (“The Scientist” and “In My Place”) were accompanied by a sing-a-long of thousands, creating a unique, warm energy in the vast room. In fact, every single track – no exaggeration – featured people singing along. I’ve never experienced a show quite like that.

No doubt, part of Coldplay’s longtime appeal is their direct, personal connection with the fans. It’s obvious these guys are so grateful to be on stage and appealing to so many two decades later. Chris Martin profusely thanked everyone for their work in making the show happen, from stage crew to bus drivers. He gave gratitude to the audience for enduring the high prices of tickets to parking to beer – and for giving the band their Friday night. 

Chris scanned the pit for signs and flags, trying to shout out as many as he could. “You came from Australia, you came from India... Wow! Happy birthday! Happy anniversary!” As with every show, they brought someone from the audience up on stage – in this case, a young married couple. They joined Chris by doing backup vocals for “In My Place,” the lady going so far as to have written the chords on her arm to help. It was a sweet, endearing way to bridge the gap between artist and audience.

Perhaps “Yellow” was the biggest shine of the night. The whole venue lit up with tens of thousands of bright yellow points as the band performed their most popular song. The loudest, most intense singing, dancing, and rocking occurred at this time. It was physically impossible not to smile and feel the joy in the room. Any energy that hadn’t been captured yet was released at this midway point.

The visuals got extra strange towards the end of the set. The band wore alien head masks and LED motorcycle helmets for “My Universe” – part of the concept for their whole Music of the Spheres album. The last song of the main set was “A Sky Full of Stars.” We were politely asked to put “our hands in the air and our phones in our pockets” for this one, leading to a phone-free, shared moment of 50,000 people, shining lights, and a chanted chorus across the stadium. It really did resemble a sky full of stars.

The encore did not let up with the energy and visuals. Large balloons resembling planets floated around the pit, as if the floor was a solar system. This echoed the theme concept for Music of the Spheres. At this point, the band brought out a surprise guest: Vancouver music icon Bryan Adams. Apparently this was a last-minute decision made by everyone backstage. They all performed “(Everything I Do) I Do It for You,” primarily sung by Bryan and backup vocals joined by H.E.R.. It was a big hit with the crowd. 

Even the grand finale was an impactful image. For one of their latest singles “Biutyful,” Chris was joined on stage by a female alien puppet known as Angel Moon, part of the album concept. It was rather odd – particularly if one doesn’t know the context – but also “biutyful” in an alien way. 

I was a little disappointed to not hear more of their earlier work, especially with only one track played from Viva la Vida. But with nine albums and dozens of singles, there’s always going to be some shuffle. There’s truly nothing like a Coldplay tour: whether a longtime or new fan, casual or devout, few artists bring people together and create memories like these men. Their style may have evolved, but this tour has proven the show is only getting bigger and better. I already can’t wait to see them again.

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Australia previously played in Sri Lanka in 2022 and last toured the subcontinent in early 2023, when they visited India. There are echoes of that tour coming up in Sri Lanka with captain Pat Cummins unavailable and Steven Smith standing in again. Australia's selectors showed a willingness to pick an unconventional XI in India in a bid to select the best team for the conditions after learning some lessons from the 1-1 series draw in Sri Lanka. The selectors have some intriguing decisions to make ahead of the first Test in Galle with the shape of the XI potentially looking very different to the recent Border-Gavaskar series.Will Travis Head open and how will the top-order shape up?Australia's selectors have been very clear on how they wish to deploy Travis Head's talent in specific conditions. At home, and in SENA conditions, they see him as the perfect counterattacking No. 5. On the subcontinent, they see him as a dashing opener who can set the game up before the ball softens and starts turning square, much like he does in short-from cricket.Head was being discussed as an option to open in this series from a long way out, given he made 23 runs in three innings batting at Nos. 5 and 6 in Sri Lanka in 2022, and averages 18.90 in 11 innings on the subcontinent in the middle-order. He was dropped at the start of the India series in 2023, such were the selectors fears about his ability to start against spin. He was recalled as an opener when David Warner was injured in the second Test and made 223 runs at 55.75 in five innings.Sam Konstas, however, has added a new layer to the selectors' plans. He was not on the radar for Sri Lanka until his exploits at the MCG. He now is the anointed one at the top of the order and needs to play as much as possible given Usman Khawaja, 38, will not be in India in 2027. Konstas will be tested by spin in Sri Lanka. Ravindra Jadeja becalmed him at the MCG after his onslaught against Jasprit Bumrah. Todd Murphy also outsmarted him a Sheffield Shield game at the same venue in October.Khawaja was Australia's best player on the three subcontinent tours in 2022 and 2023 opening the batting. Three doesn't go into two. Khawaja is easily the best equipped of the three to slide to No. 5 and start against spin. There is, however, another alternative. One of Konstas, Head or Khawaja could move to No. 3 and Marnus Labuschagne moves to No. 5.Labuschagne and Smith made centuries in Australia's most recent Test in Galle. Having Australia's best three players of spin - Khawaja, Smith and Labuschagne - reinforce the middle-order, in some kind of combination, after a potentially fast start could be an appealing option. But rejigging the top five in such a fashion would be unusual without changing any personal from the last Test in Sydney.Who partners Lyon and how many spinners play?Mitchell Swepson partnered Nathan Lyon in both Tests in Sri Lanka in 2022, but the selectors have concluded that legspin is not effective in those conditions and have not picked one for this tour. Murphy was picked to partner Lyon initially in India, and Matt Kuhnemann was chosen when they opted for three spinners in the XI for the final three Tests.Kuhnemann was favourite to partner Lyon, with a definite preference for a left-arm orthodox in those conditions to complement the offspinner, especially with Head's ability to be a second offspin option. But Kuhnemann's hand injury is a major spanner in the works although he may yet feature despite fracturing his thumb and undergoing surgery last week. He has been able to bowl, bat and field without pain while training in Brisbane this week and was cleared to fly out to Sri Lanka on Friday.If Kuhnemann ultimately doesn't make it, the likelihood is that Murphy plays alongside Lyon leaving Australia with two specialist offspinners as well as a third part-time offspinner. That will increase Cooper Connolly's chances of playing. But with four first-class matches to his name, and zero first-class wickets, he would have to play as a batting allrounder rather than a frontline spinner which would change the shape of Australia's XI.While the selectors would prefer to have Kuhnemann partner Lyon for match-up purposes, there is a case to be made that Murphy is the better option full stop. The want for a left-arm orthodox, as was the case with Ashton Agar in India in 2023, comes from a belief that having two right-arm offspinners, plus a third part-timer, against a right-hand heavy batting line-up is too one-dimensional. But Murphy's record against right-handers is excellent. He's taken 13 wickets at 27.61 in Tests against right-handers, having knocked over Virat Kohli four times, Cheteshwar Pujara twice, Joe Root and KL Rahul once each among others. In first-class cricket, his strike-rate against right-handers is better than Kuhnemann's.Meanwhile, Sri Lanka have two left-handers in their preferred top seven. One of them, Kamindu Mendis made centuries in both Galle Tests against New Zealand last year and averages 74.00 in Test cricket from 17 innings. In the second Test of that series, New Zealand's three left-arm orthodox bowlers in Ajaz Patel, Mitchell Santner and Rachin Ravindra took 0 for 330 from a combined 86.4 overs. Kuhnemann averages 41.32 against left-handers in first-class cricket. In Test cricket, he is yet to get a left-hander out, bowling 75 balls to India's pair of Jadeja and Axar Patel over three Tests and conceding 71 runs.Is the allrounder needed?In the final two Tests of the India series in 2023, Cameron Green played as the second quick alongside three spinners and Mitchell Starc. On a raging turner in Indore, he bowled two overs for the Test as Australia won before lunch on day three. Green did not bowl on another big turner in Galle in the first Test in 2022, which Australia also won in the same amount of time.If significant spin is expected, Australia might not need an allrounder. Or they could bat the allrounder at No. 8 to lengthen the order and back the two main spinners, Head and one quick to take 20 wickets. If Kuhnemann is unavailable, such a scenario would open the door for Connolly to play at No. 8.It also might mean a debut for Josh Inglis as a specialist batter at No. 6 as his play against spin is held in slightly higher regard than Beau Webster. However, Webster has a case to play no matter what. His batting on debut in Sydney was exemplary. His reach and the quickness of his feet should remind the selectors of Green, who was player of the match for a outstanding 77 on the Galle dustbowl in 2022.If the wicket is flatter, as it was in the second Test in Galle in 2022, then Webster's bowling will make him a more attractive option at No. 6. On top of his medium pace, he can bowl offspin and could provide a different trajectory from 200cm even if he would potentially be fourth choice behind Lyon, Murphy and Head. He can also swing the new ball and bowl stump-to-stump medium pace with the keeper up, if the bounce gets inconsistent.Which quicks and how many?Starc does not get nearly enough credit for his durability and his skill across a variety of different conditions. With Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood unavailable, Starc will lead the pace attack and might do it on his own. He did so in the final two Tests in India and could do so again if conditions allow it.He has taken 16 wickets at 14.81 in three Tests in Galle, including hauls of 5 for 44, 6 for 50 and 4 for 89. If the surface is flatter, Australia might need a second quick. In theory it should be Scott Boland, who bowled better than his figures suggested in his only subcontinent Test in Nagpur in 2023 and honed his craft on some of the slowest and flattest pitches in Australian domestic cricket in Victoria before the MCG was transformed.The only other option is Sean Abbott. He can bowl slightly quicker and skiddier than Boland and can also reverse the older ball. His batting is far superior with a first-class century and average of 24.55. If Webster were selected at No. 6, with two specialist spinners and Starc, then Abbott could be a more complementary option to attack with reverse swing in short spells and strengthen the batting line-up.

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India’s WTC Aspirations What’s Next After New Zealand Defeat

India’s shocking 3-0 Test series defeat to New Zealand at home, capped by a narrow 25-run loss in Mumbai, has sent ripples through the cricketing world. This unexpected outcome not only dents India’s confidence but also poses significant challenges to their World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-2025 aspirations. Falling to second place in the WTC standings, India faces a daunting task to qualify for the final at Lord’s next summer. /
Impact of the New Zealand Defeat on WTC Standings Before the series, India seemed poised to comfortably secure a spot in the WTC final. However, the 0-3 whitewash caused their Points Percentage (PCT) to dip to 58.33%, trailing Australia, who now lead with a PCT of 62.50%. The latest WTC standings underscore the intensity of the competition: India’s once-commanding position has been overtaken, leaving little margin for error as the team gears up for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia.
Path to WTC Final Qualification: The Border-Gavaskar Trophy India’s upcoming five-Test series against Australia has now become a do-or-die contest. For India to qualify without relying on other teams: Win at Least Four Matches A 4-1 series victory would push India’s PCT above 65%, likely guaranteeing a spot in the WTC final. This would also restore their reputation after the New Zealand series loss and serve as a significant morale booster. Adapt to Australian Conditions Historically, the Border-Gavaskar Trophy has been a test of grit and adaptability. India must prepare to face Australia’s formidable pace attack and counter the challenges posed by bouncy pitches. Key Players Must Perform Skipper Rohit Sharma, star batter Virat Kohli, and frontline bowler Jasprit Bumrah will need to lead from the front. Young talents like Shubman Gill and Mohammed Siraj will also have critical roles in ensuring India’s success.
Reliance on Other Teams’ Results If India fails to secure the required victories in Australia, their fate will depend on outcomes from other WTC fixtures, such as: Sri Lanka vs. Australia/South Africa These series could significantly alter standings, especially if Sri Lanka performs well and increases their PCT. New Zealand’s Remaining Matches As the defending champions, New Zealand could upset the balance if they maintain a winning streak. India must remain vigilant, as the WTC standings are dynamic, and every match could potentially influence their qualification chances.
What Must India Do to Turn Things Around? Address Weaknesses Analyze the New Zealand defeat and rectify vulnerabilities, particularly in batting collapses and inconsistent bowling performances. Strategic Gameplay Leverage past experiences from successful tours, such as the historic series win in Australia (2020-21), to build a robust strategy. Focus on Team Unity and Resilience With pressure mounting, India must stay mentally resilient and foster a team culture that thrives under challenging circumstances. Monitor Competition Keep a close eye on the performance of other WTC contenders to understand the qualification landscape better.
Conclusion: The Road Ahead India’s qualification for the WTC 2023-2025 Final is still within reach, but the journey will be challenging. Success in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy is non-negotiable, and every match will be crucial for their aspirations. With a blend of experience, strategy, and resilience, India can overcome these setbacks and march toward Lord’s. For more detailed match predictions and insights, visit cricinfo.cc and stay updated with the latest analysis, stats, and expert opinions.

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IND vs AUS: Amit Mishra explains the reason behind Ravichandran Ashwin’s ODI comeback for the Australia series

Team India is gearing up for their last bilateral series before the eagerly awaited ODI World Cup 2023, listed to commence on October 5. The three-match ODI series against Australia holds significant significance for both brigades as they concurrently protest off their World Cup crusade with a clash on October 8. In a surprising move, the Board of Control for Cricket in India( BCCI)…

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Will Ravindra Jadeja Play For Saurashtra In Ranji Trophy Match Against Delhi? Here's Are The Details | Cricket News

India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is set to play in Saurashtra’s Ranji Trophy tie against Delhi from January 23 after turning up for the team’s practice session in Rajkot on Sunday. Jadeja last played for Saurastra in January 2023. Following the tour of Australia, the BCCI had made participation in domestic cricket mandatory unless the player is unavailable due to an injury. “Jadeja has turned up…

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[ad_1] Karun Nair and Virat Kohli (PC: X) RevSportz Comment When a team, especially one that had previously set benchmarks for sustained excellence, goes into a downward spiral, the conspiracy theories multiply as fast as bacteria in a petri dish. Along with that, those who weren’t part of the on-field debacles become the best players, the saviours who could potentially turn things around. In hard times, nothing enhances a player’s reputation quite like not playing. With five centuries in six innings in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, there’s little doubt that Karun Nair is enjoying the sort of purple patch that few ever do. The last three of those centuries have come against Tamil Nadu, UP and Rajasthan, teams that have been a force in domestic cricket this century. With talk of rejuvenation ahead of the tour of England later this year, every other expert and fan suddenly has Karun’s name on their lips. Some have used the opportunity to slam Virat Kohli’s leadership, pointing out that Karun made a thrilling 303 not out in one of the six Tests he played before being dropped. But here’s the thing. In his other six innings, Karun made 71 runs, with a highest score of 26. That is admittedly a small sample size, but smart captains and coaches don’t often go by numbers alone. Karun’s card was probably marked on the tense fourth, and final, day of the Bengaluru Test against Australia in 2017. India had conceded a first innings lead of 87, and then plunged to 120 for 4 in their second dig. That was when Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane painstakingly batted 46.2 overs to add 118 and edge India in front. But when Rahane fell to the second new ball, Karun walked in at No. 7. For the Latest Sports News: Click Here Karun Nair in the domestic season (PC: X) The match was very much in the balance, but with Pujara nearing a century at the non-striker’s end, the remit given to Karun was to play the supporting role. Instead, he played an expansive waft at the first ball he faced from Mitchell Starc and saw his middle stump pole-axed via the inside edge. Under the circumstances, it was an appalling stroke. The axe didn’t fall immediately, but after failures on a dead Ranchi pitch and a lively one in Dharamsala, Indian cricket moved on. Karun didn’t help himself either. His lack of form eventually saw him dropped from the Karnataka side. He moved to Vidarbha in 2023, but a first-class average of 48.64 suggests he didn’t always cash in. As a contrast, Sarfaraz Khan averages close to 70 in red-ball cricket outside of Tests. The corresponding number for Rohit Sharma is 60.80. S Badrinath, the hard-luck story from a generation ago, enjoyed a stellar career in domestic cricket, averaging 54.49, but was dumped after just two Tests against Dale Steyn and friends.  Despite not being captain – except when others were incapacitated – or coach in Australia, it’s been open season on Kohli since the team returned to India. Apart from the alleged mismanagement of Karun, he has been accused of not being an inclusive captain when he led the side. Karun Nair (PC: X) One example cited is that of Yuvraj Singh returning from cancer, and fitness parameters not being adjusted to accommodate him. There’s just one problem with that tale. Yuvraj played under Kohli’s captaincy only in 2017, nearly half a decade after his return from cancer treatment. But never let facts get in the way of a good sob story. Kohli also stands accused of destroying Ambati Rayudu’s career in the run-up to the 2019 World Cup. Rayudu batted 41 of his 50 ODI innings for India in prime top-four positions. His strike-rate of 79 would have been acceptable in 1999, but was way below par two decades later. In fact, in the four-year cycle after the 2015 World Cup, Rayudu only twice scored at better than a run a ball – against Afghanistan and West Indies. In 2019, his strike-rate from 10 innings was 75.30. Kohli, who also batted in the top four, had a strike-rate of 96.36 the same year. Again, though, many news outlets prefer to gloss over these facts. Agendas are much easier.

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[ad_1] Karun Nair and Virat Kohli (PC: X) RevSportz Comment When a team, especially one that had previously set benchmarks for sustained excellence, goes into a downward spiral, the conspiracy theories multiply as fast as bacteria in a petri dish. Along with that, those who weren’t part of the on-field debacles become the best players, the saviours who could potentially turn things around. In hard times, nothing enhances a player’s reputation quite like not playing. With five centuries in six innings in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, there’s little doubt that Karun Nair is enjoying the sort of purple patch that few ever do. The last three of those centuries have come against Tamil Nadu, UP and Rajasthan, teams that have been a force in domestic cricket this century. With talk of rejuvenation ahead of the tour of England later this year, every other expert and fan suddenly has Karun’s name on their lips. Some have used the opportunity to slam Virat Kohli’s leadership, pointing out that Karun made a thrilling 303 not out in one of the six Tests he played before being dropped. But here’s the thing. In his other six innings, Karun made 71 runs, with a highest score of 26. That is admittedly a small sample size, but smart captains and coaches don’t often go by numbers alone. Karun’s card was probably marked on the tense fourth, and final, day of the Bengaluru Test against Australia in 2017. India had conceded a first innings lead of 87, and then plunged to 120 for 4 in their second dig. That was when Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane painstakingly batted 46.2 overs to add 118 and edge India in front. But when Rahane fell to the second new ball, Karun walked in at No. 7. For the Latest Sports News: Click Here Karun Nair in the domestic season (PC: X) The match was very much in the balance, but with Pujara nearing a century at the non-striker’s end, the remit given to Karun was to play the supporting role. Instead, he played an expansive waft at the first ball he faced from Mitchell Starc and saw his middle stump pole-axed via the inside edge. Under the circumstances, it was an appalling stroke. The axe didn’t fall immediately, but after failures on a dead Ranchi pitch and a lively one in Dharamsala, Indian cricket moved on. Karun didn’t help himself either. His lack of form eventually saw him dropped from the Karnataka side. He moved to Vidarbha in 2023, but a first-class average of 48.64 suggests he didn’t always cash in. As a contrast, Sarfaraz Khan averages close to 70 in red-ball cricket outside of Tests. The corresponding number for Rohit Sharma is 60.80. S Badrinath, the hard-luck story from a generation ago, enjoyed a stellar career in domestic cricket, averaging 54.49, but was dumped after just two Tests against Dale Steyn and friends.  Despite not being captain – except when others were incapacitated – or coach in Australia, it’s been open season on Kohli since the team returned to India. Apart from the alleged mismanagement of Karun, he has been accused of not being an inclusive captain when he led the side. Karun Nair (PC: X) One example cited is that of Yuvraj Singh returning from cancer, and fitness parameters not being adjusted to accommodate him. There’s just one problem with that tale. Yuvraj played under Kohli’s captaincy only in 2017, nearly half a decade after his return from cancer treatment. But never let facts get in the way of a good sob story. Kohli also stands accused of destroying Ambati Rayudu’s career in the run-up to the 2019 World Cup. Rayudu batted 41 of his 50 ODI innings for India in prime top-four positions. His strike-rate of 79 would have been acceptable in 1999, but was way below par two decades later. In fact, in the four-year cycle after the 2015 World Cup, Rayudu only twice scored at better than a run a ball – against Afghanistan and West Indies. In 2019, his strike-rate from 10 innings was 75.30. Kohli, who also batted in the top four, had a strike-rate of 96.36 the same year. Again, though, many news outlets prefer to gloss over these facts. Agendas are much easier.

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After it was disclosed that he had been dealing with an ankle issue during the Test series against India, Australia captain Pat Cummins is doubtful to play in the Champions Trophy.

On Thursday, it was announced that Cummins would be on paternity leave for the two-Test tour of Sri Lanka. He will also have ankle tests in the next few days to see if he can lead the side in the Champions Trophy, which will be played in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates next month.

George Bailey, the chair of the selectors, stated, "We will have to wait and watch when that scan comes back and see how it is tracking," "There is some work to be done. We will most likely learn a little more about where that stands.

During the five Test matches against India, Cummins took 25 wickets at 21.36 and sent down 167 overs, the most by an Australian bowler.

Australia's preparations include a one-off ODI in Sri Lanka on February 13 following the Test series, and their Champions Trophy opener against England on February 22.

Due to workload management, Cummins has only participated in two ODI World Cup matches since leading Australia to victory in India in 2023.

During that time, Australia has employed a number of stand-in captains. Prior to Mitchell Marsh taking over in England, Steven Smith captained the team against the West Indies the previous season. Smith again filled in for the series' final game. Josh Inglis captained the team in the final ODI in Perth earlier this summer against Pakistan.

Josh Hazlewood, on the other hand, is being targeted for a Champions Trophy comeback after the selectors were careful in his recuperation from the calf injury that terminated his India series following Brisbane, which was a comeback match following a side issue.

"Everything is going pretty well with Josh's recuperation from the calf injury, and he is working really hard," Bailey added. "Considering how much time he would have missed, how we would set up, and the loads those quicks might be under, it is definitely a touch tight."

Bailey stated, "Josh is putting in a lot of effort, and the news about his progress in recovering from the calf injury is coming along pretty well." "Considering the amount of time he would have lost, our potential organizational structure, and the potential workload for those quicks, it is definitely a little tight."

The frontline quicks going to Sri Lanka are Mitchell Starc, Scott Boland, and Sean Abbott. Abbott's resilience was the deciding factor in his selection for a Test debut on the tour.

"In Sean's case, considering the circumstances that we anticipate, he is just resilient," Bailey remarked. "We are certain that he can contribute a substantial amount of work if needed."