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Rohit vs Gambhir: Here's how two openers performed in Aussies conditions

As an opener, Gambhir's performance has not been as encouraging as he scored at an average of 27.5, but Rohit's is even worse.

Selfless move! Bumrah reveals Rohit opts to rest himself | IND-AUS 5th Test

While the reports were flooding in a day before that Rohit dropped himself from India's Playing 11, stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah revealed at the toss on Friday that Rohit thought about the team

India vs Australia 5th Test Playing 11, live time, IND vs AUS streaming

India are without their regular captain Rohit Sharma, who dropped himself for the fifth Test. India made two changes in their Playing 11

IND vs AUS 5th Test: Sydney pitch report, India's stats at the SCG

Pitch report by Sunil Gavaskar: "There is a lot of grass on the pitch. The sun is not out and it is very overcast. The new ball will not be easy for the batters"

Rohit Sharma becomes first Indian captain to drop himself from Playing 11

Though captain dropping himself has happened for the first time in India's cricket history, here are six notable examples in cricketing folklore.

Unfortunate that India aren't travelling to Pakistan: Shane Watson

The global governing body has adopted the 'Hybrid' model for this edition of the CT with India scheduled to play its matches at a neutral venue in Dubai.

Sri Lanka beats New Zealand by 7 runs in 3rd T20, Kiwis clinch series 2-1

Perera's career-best score in a century partnership with captain Charirth Asalanka lifted Sri Lanka to 218-5 its second-highest T20 score, as it batted first for the first time in the series.

We will meet when you get better, Kapil Dev to an emotional Vinod Kambli

Kambli moved out of the hospital appearing physically frail but high in spirits, and posed for photographs with the hospital staff, besides playing a short game of cricket.

IND vs AUS: Cummins says no let up in intensity as hosts eye win in Sydney

A commanding 184-run victory in the Boxing Day Test has placed Australia in pole position to reclaim the Trophy for the first time since 2014-15.

Australian skipper Pat Cummins likely to miss Test tour against Sri Lanka

In the event that Cummins does miss the tour, either Steve Smith or Travis Head will step up to lead the Australian side.

IND vs AUS, 5th Test: Rohit Sharma dropped; Bumrah to lead - Reports

Jasprit Bumrah had previously captained the team during the first Test in Perth, where India triumphed by a commanding 295-run margin.

Rohit Sharma opts out of 5th Test against Australia, Jasprit Bumrah to lead

Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma has opted out of the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia

IND vs AUS 5th Test: Will Rishabh Pant be dropped from India's Playing 11?

If Gambhir pulls the trigger, it will evoke memories of the 1984 tour of England when cricketing legend Kapil Dev faced a similar reprimand for his reckless stroke play

India vs Australia 5th Test: What is Sydney weather forecast on Day 1?

According to Syndey weather forecast, there is a chance of rainfall in the morning on January 3. However, the weather is likely to improve as the day progresses, with no forecast of rainfall

Rohit Sharma has earned right to walk away on his own terms: Michael Clarke

Pressure has been gradually building on Rohit who is yet to play a knock of significance in the three Tests he has played so far in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Will Rohit Sharma play the Sydney Test? Coach Gambhir deflects question

After the press conference, Gambhir was seen having a long converastion with India vice captain Jasprit Bumrah while Rohit Sharma and other players were up.

'Just reports, not truth': Gambhir on dressing room unrest after MCG defeat

Stern words and honest conversations are a part of the game, but they don't belong in the public domain, says head coach Gambhir after reports claiming unrest in dressing room surfaces

IND vs AUS: Who will replace Akash in India's Playing 11 in Sydney Test?

If Akash is deemed unfit, India faces a tough decision: bring in the raw pace of Harshit Rana or the experience and control of Prasidh Krishna in their Playing 11

Who is Beau Webster? The new pace all-rounder threat for India in Sydney

Webster's towering height gives him an advantage, particularly as a batter. His extended reach allows him to play shots across a wide arc, especially against spinners.

We could pass a law that makes Bumrah bowl left-handed, jokes Australian PM

The right-handed Bumrah, considered as the world's best fast bowler across formats, has caused plenty of trouble for the Australian batters and has taken 30 wickets in four Tests