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BCCI concerned over poor show in Australia

Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-President Rajiv Shukla on Saturday expressed concerns as Australia ruthlessly ripped through India to sweep series, saying correctives measures will be taken. Australians humiliated Indian team by 298 runs in the fourth and final Test to clinch the Border-Gavaskar Trophy today.

Adelaide Test, day 3: Virat Kohli scores maiden ton; Aus 50/3

Virat Kohli stood bravely amidst the ruins with a gritty 116. Australia were 50 for three in the second innings enjoying an overall lead of 382 to further consolidate their poistion and push for a 4-0 rout.

Adelaide Test, Day 2: Michael Clarke slams double ton

Michael Clarke has slammed his 2nd double ton of the series. Clarke reached the landmark on Day 2 of the Adelaide Test. The Aussies have gone past the 450 run mark as the Indian bowlers seem totally out of ideas.

Australia humiliate India in Perth Test; clinch series

India have lost the Perth Test by an innings in another humiliating defeat. India were bowled out for just 171 runs on Day 3. India have lost the series 3-0. This is India's 7 consecutive defeat overseas. Virat kohli was the last man out for 75.

India in loss of 4 wickets; Sachin out on 15

India are in deep trouble at Perth in the third Test against Australia.India have lost four wickets including Sachin Tendulkar and Gautam Gambhir who were the last two batsmen to fall. Sachin was looking good until he was trapped LBW by Ryan Harris for 15. The long wait for the 100th ton continues for the Master

Team India wants more security in Australia: Reports

The Indian team management in Australia is expected to ask local officials for more security after two separate incidents involving Ishant Sharma and Virat Kohli involved rowdy crowds. According to a report published in Sydney Morning Herald, India will demand tighter security around the boundary in the remaining Test venues. The Indian contingent is reportedly unhappy with the prevailing security cover and will take the matter up with Cricket Australia.

Ishant Sharma shows middle finger to fans

The present tour of the Indian team to Australia is not only a disaster from cricketing point of view but it is also turning out to be a catastrophe as far as public manners goes. Paceman Ishant Sharma showed his middle finger to the assembled cricket fans as he along with his team mates, went to do go-karting at a local club. It's the second time when an Indian cricketer has shown his middle finger at fans during the tour. Virat Kohli did so during the second Test at SCG and was fined 50 per cent of his match fees.

Dhoni mulls changes in Test team

After the humiliation in Sydney, the pressure is building on Indian skipper MS Dhoni. Former players and experts are calling on MSD to be more pro-active. Skipper Dhoni may finally act tough and drop the non-performing big names.

India-Aus series: Legends bat for Harbhajan as Ashwin flops

India's poor show in the first two Tests, especially in the spin department, has brought the focus back on Harbhajan Singh. Many experts believe that the experience of the stalwart off-spinner could've made a difference for India in the current series. The calls have gained momentum thanks to Ravichandran Ashwin's flat performances Down Under.

India can bounce back in third Test: Srikkanth

Chairman of Selection committee Krishnamachari Srikkanth has expressed his shock over India's dismal performance in Australia. But, Srikkanth said Indian can bounce back in the third test provided batting clicks as a unit.

India struggling to save Sydney Test

India lost two wickets at the end of the day 3. Rahul Dravid was the last wicket to fall for India. The Wall was once again bowled through the gate for 29. This is the 3rd time in the series Dravid has been bowled. Virender Sehwag was earlier out for 5. Gambhir finally found some form as he completed his half century. He finished the day unbeaten on 68. Tendulkar has given him company on 29 not out. But the star of the day was Michael Clarke. The Aussie skipper smashed his maiden triple hundred. Clarke reached the landmark just after lunch, becoming the 21st batsman in Test history to reach the landmark. Michael Hussey also got a 100 and Australia eventually declared at 659 for four.