IND vs AUS 5th Test News

India’s star pacer Mohammed Siraj scalped the wicket of Usman Khawaja to pull India back in the game. Prasidh Krishna also bowled well, claiming three wickets in his first spell to keep India alive in the game.

As soon as Kohli was dismissed, the camera panned to the stands where Anushka was seated.

Kohli, ever observant, noticed the situation and couldn’t help but deliver a cheeky reminder.

Kohli’s arrival at the crease was eagerly anticipated, especially with India having lost both openers early on Day 1. At 17/2, the pressure was mounting on the visitors.

In a historic turn of events, Rohit Sharma became the first Indian captain to drop himself from the playing XI during the ongoing 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Amidst a challenging run of form, the veteran opener made the bold decision to step aside for the Sydney Test, prioritizing the team’s success over personal pride. This unprecedented move has ignited widespread discussion about leadership, form, and the future of Indian cricket.

Rohit Sharma's future in Test cricket is now in question. A single half-century in eight Tests this season, coupled with inconsistent performances, has raised doubts about his long-term place in the format.

Rohit Sharma’s illustrious Test career, spanning over a decade, includes 67 matches, 4,301 runs, and 12 centuries at an average of 40.57.

The Sydney Cricket Ground’s pitch will witness batters scoring runs in the first half of the game while spinners will get help in the second half of the Test match. Pace bowlers might get help on Sydney’s pitch since the rain is expected in the middle.

India’s young batter Shubman Gill is set to replace Rohit in the playing XI and will bat at No. 3 with KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal are likely to open the innings, as per report.

The decision to alter the slip cordon—a position that Sharma has made his own since 2022—signaled a potentially significant change in India’s lineup.

As Team India gears up for the crucial 5th Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground, significant changes are expected in the playing XI. With Akash Deep ruled out due to a back injury and Rishabh Pant facing the possibility of being dropped, Dhruv Jurel is set to take his place in the team. These adjustments, along with potential shifts in the batting and bowling order, could play a decisive role in India's efforts to level the series and retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Here's a look at the likely playing XI and what these changes mean for the team.

Mitchell Marsh’s omission comes after a string of underwhelming performances with both bat and ball.

Starc’s resilience was on full display, as he managed to bowl at speeds of around 140 km/h, even while battling soreness.