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India tour of Australia 2024-25

Shane Watson picked Steve Smith as an opener for Australia in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024 scheduled to start from November 22 in Australia. 


Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024 will be hosted by Australia. 

Shane Watson picked Steve Smith as an opener for Test series against India. 

Usman Khawaja and Travis Head

Not Travis Head, Ex- Australia opener picks this batter to open batting alongside Usman Khawaja in Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024

West Indies tour of Australia 2024

Usman Khawaja experienced a frightening moment when Shamar Joseph's bouncer hit his helmet, causing him to spit blood and prompting immediate medical attention.

Usman Khawaja was struck by a deadly bouncer on Day 3 of the Adelaide Test between Australia and West Indies.

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Cricket Australia provides major update on Usman Khawaja's health after Shamar Joseph's brutal bouncer 'bloodies' Australian batter

On Day 3, while Australia was nearing their win, Usman Khawaja was struck by a bouncer from West Indies bowler Shamarh Joseph in the seventh over of their second innings.

Usman Khawaja was hit by a nasty bouncer. 

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WATCH: Players rush to Usman Khawaja's aid after Shamar Joseph's deadly bouncer rocks Australian batter; video viral

Usman Khawaja said that before David Warner received a one-year ban for ball tampering in international cricket, his aggressive behaviour was often because he followed team instructions.

Australia's David Warner (R) and teammate Usman Khawaja. (Getty Images)

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'He was told to play a certain way': Usman Khawaja reveals reason behind David Warner’s aggression 

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RCB vs PBKS IPL 2025 final

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Legendary batter AB de Villiers wants Virat Kohli to enjoy himself with a smile on his face during RCB's fourth IPL final. 

AB de Villiers wants Virat Kohli to put a smile on his face when he walks out to play in IPL 2025 final.

Kohli has a chance to become highest run-scorer against Punjab Kings.

Kohli also has a chance to become third-highest run-scorer in T20 format. 

AB de Villiers, Virat Kohli

'My message to Virat is to go out and...': AB de Villiers reveals what he wants Kohli to do in IPL 2025 final

Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Phil Salt may not play in the all-important final against the Punjab Kings at the Narendra Modi stadium

Phil Salt may not feature in IPL 2025 final

Tim David may also not be available for the all-important clash

Phil Salt in this frame

Overseas RCB star to not feature in IPL 2025 final against PBKS? Report makes massive claim

While Virat Kohli's Test retirement has left so many questions answered, Australia women's team captain Alyssa Healy feels there's more to the story.

Virat Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket last month.

Chief selector Ajit Agarkar said Kohli informed about his decision in April.

Alyssa Healy feels Kohli was not ready to retire from Test cricket. 

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'I saw a video of him hitting red balls during IPL. I don't think he was ready to give it up': Australia captain on Virat Kohli retiring ahead of England tour

The last time Rajat Patidar and Shreyas Iyer played each other in a T20 final was at RCB's homeground a few months ago. 

Rajat Patidar scored an unbeaten half-century in SMAT final.

Suryansh Shedge finished the run chase with a cameo.

Mumbai beat Madhya Pradesh at RCB's homeground. 

Rajat Patidar, Shreyas Iyer

What happened when Rajat Patidar and Shreyas Iyer went up against each other in a T20 tournament final? This uncapped player made the difference

Varun Aaron believes Virat Kohli gets charged up in a big final when he picks a battle with someone and that's what he is going to do in IPL 2025 final against Punjab Kings.

Virat Kohli was dismissed cheaply by Kyle Jamieson in IPL 2025 Qualifier 1.

Kohli averages well above 50 in IPL matches in Ahmedabad.

Kohli is RCB's leading run-scorer in the ongoing season. 

Kyle Jamieson, Virat Kohli

'Virat Kohli will try to pick a battle with somebody': Former Gujarat Titans bowler's prediction for IPL 2025 final

Others

Pardeep Narwal revealed he was disappointed after going unsold in the PKL auction but made peace with it as he is not happy with his recent performances.

Pardeep Narwal said age played a part in slowing him down.

Narwal was not happy with his performances.

Narwal will take up role of coach after hanging his boots. 

Pardeep Narwal

Unsold in auction, star player announces retirement, says 'I'm interested in coaching - I already train kids in my village'

The Neeraj Chopra Classic will take place on July 5 in Bengaluru, more than five weeks after it was originally scheduled. 

Neeraj Chopra Classic was originally scheduled to take place on May 24.

The event was postoned due to India-Pakistan military conflict.

Neeraj Chopra Classic will take place at Bengaluru's Sree Kanteerava Stadium. 

India's javelin superstar Neeraj Chopra in frame

Postponed due to India-Pakistan conflict, Neeraj Chopra Classic to take place on this date: Here's all you need to know

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Usman Khawaja Players Stats

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Not Travis Head, Ex- Australia opener picks this batter to open batting alongside Usman Khawaja in Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024

Cricket Australia provides major update on Usman Khawaja's health after Shamar Joseph's brutal bouncer 'bloodies' Australian batter

WATCH: Players rush to Usman Khawaja's aid after Shamar Joseph's deadly bouncer rocks Australian batter; video viral

'He was told to play a certain way': Usman Khawaja reveals reason behind David Warner’s aggression

Usman Khawaja Players Stats

Usman

Khawaja

Pakistan• Batsman

Team $ - Top News

Not Travis Head, Ex- Australia opener picks this batter to open batting alongside Usman Khawaja in Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024

Cricket Australia provides major update on Usman Khawaja's health after Shamar Joseph's brutal bouncer 'bloodies' Australian batter

WATCH: Players rush to Usman Khawaja's aid after Shamar Joseph's deadly bouncer rocks Australian batter; video viral

'He was told to play a certain way': Usman Khawaja reveals reason behind David Warner’s aggression

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