Crash: Can weary Aussies push past their ‘breaking point?’
Mitch Starc is sore. Mitch Marsh is struggling. And Australia’s hopes of regaining the Border-Gavaskar Trophy are fading. ROBERT CRADDOCK examines the state of play in Melbourne.
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Frustration boils over as Aussies fumble Boxing Day Test
Australia’s frustration was there for all to see as its chances of regaining the Border-Gavaskar Trophy took a huge hit on day three of the Boxing Day Test. WATCH THE KEY MOMENTS
Crash: Virat Kohli is a volcano that is threatening to explode
He was jeered both on and off the MCG on Friday, but normally so proud and quick-gaited, Virat Kohli appeared a frustrated man as he tussled with fans in Melbourne, writes Robert Craddock.
Calmness turns to carnage in series-defining Indian horror show
Virat Kolhi and Yashasvi Jaiswal were cruising at the MCG, before a dreadful moment occurred to change both the Test match and the series, as day 2 offered up plenty of highlights.
Crash: Smith called his comeback — just no one was listening
Only a few weeks ago, serious questions were being asked about whether Steve Smith’s time as a Test batter was about to end. But as ROBERT CRADDOCK writes, this is a renaissance the Aussie No. 4 knew was coming.
Time’s ticking: ‘Prisoner of numbers’ Marsh fails yet again
Beyond the euphoria of Sam Konstas, Boxing Day was a day of missed opportunity for Australia’s batsman, and none blew a greater chance than Mitch Marsh, whose struggles have come to the fore.
Crash: No one’s surprised Virat’s penalty didn’t match the crime
Virat Kohli should have been banned for his bump on Sam Konstas, and the game has fallen short yet again, writes Robert Craddock. HAVE YOUR SAY.
Most audacious Aussie debut ever: Cricket world goes nuts for Konstas
Welcome to Konball. Australian cricket has found the superstar it has been looking for as Sam Konstas played an innings on the opening morning of the Boxing Day Test that will never be forgotten.
The air swing that shocked world cricket, sparked Konstas fireworks
Just 17 balls into his career at cricket’s highest level, a premeditated shot from debutant Sam Konstas stunned both India and Australia, and set the table for a breathtaking Boxing Day.
The devastating danger Sam Konstas must conquer
Jasprit Bumrah is one of the most lethal bowlers to visit Australian shores. Sam Konstas will need to survive the Indian maestro’s biggest weapon – which could well be the teenager’s kryptonite.
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