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AUS vs IND Border-Gavaskar Trophy Third Test at Gabba Highlights | Match ends in a draw; Ashwin retires from international cricket at the end of the test

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Dec 18, 2024, 5:53 AM1 min read

AUS vs IND Border-Gavaskar Trophy Third Test at Gabba Highlights | Match ends in a draw; Ashwin retires from international cricket at the end of the test | sportzpoint.com

Hello and welcome to Sportz Point's LIEV coverage of the Australia vs India Border-Gavaskar Trophy third test at Gabba, Brisbane. The series is currently tied with a 1-1 scoreline after two test matches in Perth and Adelaide. 

India must win at least three test matches of the series to qualify for the World Test Championship final. Hence, it is always a must-win test match for India. 

With both teams looking for a win, and India winning a test match last time in 2021, we can hope for a great test match here.

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So, sit back and relax as Koushik Biswas, and Payal Debnath bring you the LIVE updates of the AUS vs IND Border-Gavaskar Trophy Third Test at Gabba.

LIVE Updates

Dec 18, 2024, 5:52 AM

Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement!

Breaking: Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from international cricket.

Dec 18, 2024, 5:47 AM

Travis Head is the player of the match

Travis Head

Who else than Travis Head? He is the player of the match for his 152 in the first inning that nearly threw India out of the match. However, the news from the centre is that he has sustained a groin injury and his participation in the next test match is under question. 

Dec 18, 2024, 5:45 AM

The match is drawn!

The umpires have decided to call it a day as it does not look like it to be getting better anytime soon. It stays 1-1 at the Gabba!

It could have been an interesting last session of test match but the weather does not allow that. 

We will see you during the boxing day test.

Dec 18, 2024, 4:59 AM

It is about to rain very heavily and for a long time

There won't be another ball bowled in the game. The covers have been nailed down. It's raining heavily now.

Dec 18, 2024, 4:40 AM

Bad light stops play | IND 8/0

Bad light stops play and here comes the covers as well. The tea has been taken and we will have an update soon.

Dec 18, 2024, 4:14 AM

Australia declare at 89/7 and the target for India is 275 runs

That's it from Australia. Off they running! 

They declare at 89/7 and the target for India is 275 runs in 54 overs.

Dec 18, 2024, 4:09 AM

Bumrah comes in and gets Cummins

A slower ball from Bumrah does the crease and gets Pat Cummins. It was like they were about to declare but decided against it. 

Cummins wanted to go big again and got the top edge only. Good catch from KL Rahul at mid-on.

Australia 85/7 and lead by 270 runs.

Dec 18, 2024, 4:04 AM

Cummins go BANG, BANG!

Captain Pat Cummins doing what he has asked the other batters to do. He has now hit two huge sixes and now batting at 21 from 8 balls. 

Dec 18, 2024, 3:54 AM

Siraj gets Travis Head | AUS 60/6

A rash shot from Travis Head and surely the Aussies have some target in their mind. Otherwise, we would not have seen these kinds of shots from them.

On a shortish good length from Siraj and Head wanted a piece of that. He only managed to get a top edge and Rishabh Pant again took a good catch, running behind to dismiss him.

Australia 60/6 and lead by 245 runs.

Dec 18, 2024, 3:35 AM

Are we?

Dec 18, 2024, 3:34 AM

Australia are fifth down| Smith gone!

Rishabh Pant's acrobatic effort ended Steven Smith's stay, Australia vs India, 3rd Test, Brisbane, 5th day, December 18, 2024
Rishabh Pant's acrobatic effort ended Steven Smith's stay. Image | Getty Images

Australia looking to get going and Smith just had come down the crease to get a four over the mid-off the ball before now has edged it down the leg side.

Blunder of a catch from Rishabh Pant to remove the centurion from the last inning.

The wicket belongs to Pant for the catch.

Australia 35/5 and lead by 220 runs. 

Dec 18, 2024, 3:30 AM

OMG! India now have four! AUS 28/4

Akash Deep removes Mitchell Marsh. The tough time continues for the all-rounder and India have their fourth wicket.

In and around the sixth stump, moving away from Marsh and he just wanted to play it towards the covers and he gets a nick and Pant has a regulation catch. 

Australia 28/4, lead by 213 runs. 

Steve Smith comes to bat at number six. Can India break the Head-Smith partnership this time?

Dec 18, 2024, 3:22 AM

ICYMI: No Steve Smith at No. 4

No Steve Smith at the number for Australia. It is Mitchell Marsh who walked in at that position. Marsh has not had any success with the bat this series and looks like the home wants him to have some confidence before the Boxing day test. 

Dec 18, 2024, 3:20 AM

Akash Deep gets McSweeney | 16/3

Akash Deep had Nathan McSweeney nicking off, Australia vs India, 3rd Test, Brisbane, 5th day, December 18, 2024

Dreamy start for India although there will not be any results from this match, this would do good for Akash Deep.

A few vital runs with the bat and now a wicket in his first over. It was short and wide from Akash and McSweeney looked to cut it hard. But, that was nothing shot from the opener. 

Australia 16/3 and lead by 201 runs. 

Dec 18, 2024, 3:17 AM

Bumrah gets his second | AUS 16/2

Bumrah gets his 20th wicket of the series. Marnus Labuschagne looked to poke at a ball outside the sump and could not reach the bat's middle. 

Australia 16/2 in the second inning.

Dec 18, 2024, 2:54 AM

Bumrah gets Khawaja | AUS 11/1

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Bumrah dismissed Khawaja for the third time in the series. Image | Cricket Australia via Getty Images

Jasprit Bumrah gets Usman Khawaja with the first ball he has bowled to the left-handed. Around the wicket, the ball came back in with the angle and after an inside edge, the ball hit the stump after a deflection from his pads. 

This is the third time Bumrah got Usman's back in this series. His 19th wicket of the series and we have not completed the third test yet.

Dec 18, 2024, 2:46 AM

Bumrah starts with a tad slow but on the money over

Six outswingers were coming from the edge of the popping crease, creating an angle, and then moving away. Bumrah made sure he forced McSweeney to watch the ball close and play.

However, the pace was a bit down at 126km, 128kmph and 131kmph, before he fired up his engine.

I am pretty sure we will only see one spell from Jasprit Bumrah. 

Dec 18, 2024, 2:38 AM

The play to resume at 8.10 am IST

Dec 18, 2024, 2:29 AM

The players are out

We will have a game soon and the pitch is getting rolled now at the moment.

Dec 18, 2024, 1:05 AM

There's lightning near the Gabba. So play is going to be delayed

Inclement weather delayed the start of Australia's second innings, Australia vs India, 3rd Test, Brisbane, 5th day, December 18, 2024

The batters were ready to come out but there was lightning near the stadium and the play was halted. It is dark and gloomy and it looks like we will have no game played soon.

Dec 18, 2024, 1:03 AM

India 260 all-out

Travis Head gest Akash Deep. An important 31 off 44 from India's no.11

Head had dragged him forward for a defence but Akash had dragged his right foot and a smart stumping from Alex Carey as well.

India all-out for 260 and despite being behind by 185 runs, Australia will have to bat again.

Dec 17, 2024, 7:51 AM

Akash Deep and Bumrah save India

Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah dragged India past the follow-on mark, Australia vs India, 3rd Test, Brisbane, 4th day, December 17, 2024

India avoids follow-on! 

A fighting 33-run partnership for the 11th wicket by Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep helps India avoid the follow-on.

Akash Deep 21*, Jasprit Bumrah 10*

Dec 17, 2024, 7:47 AM

India need 3 more to avoid follow on

Akash Deep 17, Bumrah 10

Dec 17, 2024, 7:34 AM

India need 11 to avoid follow on

If India can score this 11, they certainly will save the test match! 

Bumrah and Akash Deep doing their best!

Akash Deep 10 and Bumrah 9. 

Dec 17, 2024, 7:07 AM

Cummins gets Jadeja | IND 213/9

Pat Cummins gets his fourth. Ravindra Jadeja tried to go for another big shot against the short ball and this time he found the man on the boundary line. 

A wonderful inning from Jadeja comes to an end. He goes for 77 off 123. 

India 213/9, train by 232. 

 

Dec 17, 2024, 7:01 AM

Starc gets Siraj

India 8 down as Mitchell Starc gets  Siraj, edged to Alex Carey! 

Siraj goes for 1. India 201/8. 

Dec 17, 2024, 6:28 AM

Tea break, Day 4

India 201/7; Jadeja 65; Siraj 1. 

Dec 17, 2024, 6:05 AM

Cummins gets the better off Nitish

Australia break the partnership. It is their captain Pat Cummins who goes through the defences of Nitish Kumar Reddy and Australia have their 7th wicket.

Reddy goes for 16 from 61. India 194/7. 

Dec 17, 2024, 6:02 AM

50-run partnership between NKR and Jadeja

Nitish Kumar Reddy and Ravindra Jadeja brought up a 50-run partnership during AUSvsIND, Third Test, Brisbane | sportzpoint.com A steady 50-run partnership between Nitish Kumar Reddy and Ravindra Jadeja! 

India getting close to that follow-on mark! 

IND 191/6. Jadeja 59, Reddy 13. 

Dec 17, 2024, 5:50 AM

NKR and Jadeja looking to build a partnership

Both Nitish Kumar Reddy and Ravindra Jadeja looking under control at the moment against Starc and Lyon!

India 187/6 and trail by 257 runs 

Dec 17, 2024, 5:40 AM

The game resumes

We have a maximum of 38 overs to be played before the end of today’s play.

Dec 17, 2024, 4:26 AM

The rain comes again

Here comes the rain again! IND 180/6

Dec 17, 2024, 4:25 AM

Fifty for Ravindra Jadeja

Ravindra Jadeja scored a fifty during the Australia vs India, 3rd Test, Brisbane | sportzpoint.comRavindra Jadeja completes his 22nd test fifty in the first over after lunch! 

He looked better as the innings progressed and surely now would look to score runs whenever there is an opportunity! 

Dec 17, 2024, 4:06 AM

Play to resume at 9.40 am IST

The rain has stopped and the play will resume at 9.40 at IST

Dec 17, 2024, 3:53 AM

Will the rain save India?

It has been raining for quite a time now and looks like there will not be any balls played soon! 

This would be frustrating for Australia as they would like to get these four wickets as soon as possible and enforce a follow on. 

Good news for India though! 

Dec 17, 2024, 2:51 AM

Lunch, Day 4: IND 167/6

Nitish Kumar Reddy survived a DRS review from Australia just one ball before the break and India’s struggle continues at 167/6 with Ravindra Jadeja being not out on 41! 

India still trail by 278 runs and 78 runs to avoid follow-on! 

Dec 17, 2024, 2:21 AM

Smith takes a stunner; Rahul goes for 84

A top class inning from KL Rahul comes to end. Nathan Lyon from over the wicket, with his loop and revolution made Rahul thought the ball was short enough to go for a cut shot.

But, he only was able to get an outside edge and Steve Smith at first slip dived to his right and took a stunner to dismiss him.

Rahul goes for 84. The partnership between him and Jadeja is broken now. 

India lose their 6th! IND 141/6

Dec 17, 2024, 2:10 AM

ICYMI: Rahul was dropped by Smith on 33

In case you missed it, KL Rahul was dropped by Steve Smith on 33! 

Dec 17, 2024, 1:51 AM

Rahul brings up his fifty

KL Rahul’s lone fight continues for India s he completes his 17th test fifty!

 He has been the best batter technically from India and has shown the mix of good defence and attacking shots throughout the innings! 

Dec 17, 2024, 1:49 AM

Rohit’s rough patch continues

Loose, very loose and the Indian captain falls. Probing line and length from Cummins, pitched up in that channel just outside off and draws Rohit forward, he's very tentative, the feet is rooted to the crease and he only manages a thin edge, straight into the gloves of Carey and he doesn't drop those.

Rohit goes for 10 from 27. India lose their 5th! 

Dec 16, 2024, 8:04 AM

End of Day 3 | IND 51/4

It was a frustrating day for all the players and fans as well. No more balls were played and we had nearly about 6 breaks in the day and players had to come in and out of the dissing room at regular intervals.

KL Rahul Looked really good while other Indian battles struggled to get going after playing some poor shots. India currently are struggling at 51 for 4 with Captain Witch Sharma and Kill Rahul on the crease.

India trail by 394 runs.

Dec 16, 2024, 7:11 AM

The play resumes

With bad light not allowing fast bowlers to have a go at Rohit and Rahul, Nathan Lyon and Travis Head start the bowling for the Aussies. And after two overs of play, the drizzle comes again.

Dec 16, 2024, 5:48 AM

The rain comes again!

 The rain is back and so are the covers!

Dec 16, 2024, 5:36 AM

Play to resume at 11.15 am IST

Dec 16, 2024, 4:53 AM

Rain comes again

Frustrating for the players and fans. The rain came again as KL Rahul hit a beautiful cover drive and had to leave the field disappointedly. 

IND 48/4 (14.1)

Dec 16, 2024, 4:51 AM

Cummins gets Pant; IND 44/4 in 13.5

Aussie captain Pat Cummins strikes post the break. He gets Rishabh Pant nicking around the off stump. 

A good length delivery going across Pant and the Indian keeper-batter just poked at it, getting an edge to Alex Carey.

India 44/4 and are in deep trouble. 

Dec 16, 2024, 4:31 AM

The play resmues again

The sun is out and the game resumes again.

Dec 16, 2024, 4:30 AM

Indian bowlers vs Australian bowlers

Dec 16, 2024, 4:04 AM

Another drizzle and play stops again

AUS vs IND Border-Gavaskar Trophy Third Test at Gabba LIVE Updates | KL Rahul looked good for India in the first inning | sportzpoint.com
KL Rahul looked good for India in the first inning. Image | AFP/Getty Images

KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant looked good before the rain interrupted the game again. Rahul, who might have been India's best batter at the top of the order, looked in control of everything and punched on everything short and on leg stump.

Meantime, Rishabh Pant took his time and focused on his defence while playing a cover drive when Starc pitched it up. 

India 39/3 in 13 overs, trailing by 406 runs. 

Rahul is unbeaten on 21 from 47 balls. Pant is unbeaten on 9 from 11 balls.

Dec 16, 2024, 3:49 AM

The play resumes again

Dec 16, 2024, 3:06 AM

The rain comes again | IND 27/3

Dec 16, 2024, 3:02 AM

The play resumes | Second session, Day 3

The second session of Day 3 starts as Rishabh Pant joins KL Rahul in the middle.

Dec 16, 2024, 2:27 AM

Starc, the SWING KING!

Dec 16, 2024, 2:15 AM

Hazlewood gets Kohli | IND 22/3

Virat Kohli nicked off once again, Australia vs India, 3rd Test, Brisbane, 3rd day, December 16, 2024 | Sportz Point
Virat Kohli nicked off once again. Image | Getty Images

Another Indian batter gets out fetching for the ball outside the off-stump. On a fullish length, way outside the off-stump, Virat Kohli again went for a big drive and got the outside edge.

He did not learn from the mistake he made in the first ball of his inning and now goes back to the pavilion for 3 from 16 balls.

India struggling at 22/3 and trail by 423 runs.

The rain halted the game again as Kohli went back to the dressing room and lunch has been taken.

Dec 16, 2024, 1:59 AM

Starc nearly had Kohli in the first ball

The same line, going across the batter from a close angle and Kohli, playing his first ball went for a big drive searching for an early boundary.

He nearly got the edge and it is a very poor shot selection from Kohli when your team are at 6/2.

Dec 16, 2024, 1:54 AM

Starc gets Gill | India 6/1

Mitchell Starc celebrates the wicket of Shubman Gill. AUS vs IND, 3rd Test, Brisbane | sportzpoint.com
Mitchell Starc celebrates the wicket of Shubman Gill. Image | Getty Images

Mitchell Starc has Shubman Gill now. Very, very poor shot from the Indian No.3. But, a top-class catch from Mitchell Marsh in the gully. 

Fullish, outside off stump and the length induced Gill to go for the big, expensive drive. He gets the outside edge and Mitchell Starc dives in the air to grab the catch. 

Shubman Gill is gone for 1(3).

India really struggling now. India 6/2. 

Dec 16, 2024, 1:50 AM

Jaiswal vs Left-arm pacers

9 innings
158 balls
104 runs
6 dismissals
17.33 avg.

Dec 16, 2024, 1:49 AM

Jaiswal out in the first over | IND 4/1

Yashasvi Jaiswal was dismissed by Mitchell Starc in the first over | AUS vs IND, 3rd test, Brisbane | Sportz Point
A dejected Jasiwal after being dimissed in the second ball of the inning. Image | Getty Images

Brilliant start for Australia and Micthell Starc. 

139kph, half-volley on middle and leg, Yashasvi Jaiswal flicks and chips it straight to Marsh at short midwicket.

Just the second ball of the inning and India lose their first wicket. 

Jaiswal goes for 4(2). India 4/1. 

Dec 16, 2024, 1:46 AM

Australia all out 445

Australia were bundled out for 445, Jasprit Bumrah took 76/6 | sportzpoint.com

Australia finishes their first inning at 445, and off they run as the rain halts the game. Carey falls for 70 while going for a pull shot, and Akash Deep finally has a wicket. 

So, Bumrah finishes with 76/6, Siraj with 97/2, Akash Deep 95/1, and Nitish Reddy 65/1. 

Most not-in-control shots induced by a bowler in a Test innings for 1 or 0 wickets since 2014:

57 - Graeme Cremer vs WI, Bulawayo, 2017 (1 wicket in 2nd inns)
56 - Mohammed Shami vs ENG, The Oval, 2018 (0 wickets in 1st inns)
53 - Akash Deep vs AUS, Brisbane, 2024 (1 wicket in 1st inns)
50 - R Ashwin vs ENG, Chennai, 2016 (1 wicket in 1st inns)
50 - Mitchell Swepson vs PAK, Karachi, 2022 (0 wickets in 4th inns)

Dec 15, 2024, 8:05 AM

End of Day 2 | AUS 405/7 (101)

AUS vs IND Border-Gavaskar Trophy Third Test at Gabba LIVE Updates | Smith-Head put up a 241-run partnership; Bumrah takes five | sportzpoint.com
Travis Head played a stunning inning of 152 runs from 160 balls. Image | Getty Images

A dominating day from the Australian batters' end. Australia finished the day at 405/7 with Alex Carey unbeaten 45 from 47 balls with Mitchell Starc unbeaten on 7 from 7 in the other end. 

But it was all about Steve Smith and Travis Head who dominated Indian bowlers for fun. Head scored his third test ton in six tests against India and second of the series. He single-handedly took the game to India and scored a 152 from just 160 balls before Jasprit Bumrah made his return to the dressing room.

Meantime, Steve Smith scored his 33rd test ton and equalled the record for most test tons against India (10). Smith toiled hard at the beginning and was a bit lucky as well but it all paid off as he looked more confident with time.

For India, it was Jasprit Bumrah fighting against the Australian team. Another five-wicket haul for the modern-day great. He collected his 12th test five-for and became the Indian bowler with the most test five-wicket hauls in SENA countries (8).

Everyone thought Australia might declare before the end of the day, but it looks like they want to score as much as they can and throw India out of the test match completely. 

Dec 15, 2024, 7:38 AM

Siraj gets Cummins | AUS 385/7 (97.5)

Mohammed Siraj finally gets the reward for the heart he has put into his bowling. He ran in hard and hit the deck hard around the off stump from a good length and Cummins knicks it off to Pant for Australia's seventh wicket.

Cummins goes after 20 from 33 balls.

How long will they bat? 

Dec 15, 2024, 7:07 AM

Bumrah, in a league of his own

Dec 15, 2024, 7:05 AM

Australia cross 350

Alex Carey and Pat Cummins looking to add some quick runs as we head into the final hour of the day. Australia crossed 350 and might look anything close to 400 before calling India to bat.

Dec 15, 2024, 6:52 AM

Bumrah now above Zaheer and Ishant

Most five-wicket hauls in Tests for Indian Pacers:

Kapil Dev - 23
Jasprit Bumrah - 12
Zaheer Khan - 11
Ishant Sharma - 11

Dec 15, 2024, 6:45 AM

Burmrah gets his fifth; Head goes for 152

Jasprit Bumrah at his best first gets Mitchell Marsh (5). On a good length and holding its line outside off - Marsh is tentatively forward in defence, the ball holds its line and finds the edge, goes at a good height to second slip where Kohli clutches it reverse cupped.

Three balls later he got the better of Travis Head. Pitched up full and outside off, just a hint of movement away, Head throws his hands at it looking to nail it through cover, feet didn't move and he could only manage a thick outside edge that flew to Pant who made no mistake.

Head went to a standing ovation after a remarkable 152 off 160 balls. Bumrah has his 12th test five-wicket haul.

Dec 15, 2024, 6:24 AM

Bumrah gets Smith | AUS 316-4

AUS vs IND Border-Gavaskar Trophy Third Test at Gabba LIVE Updates | Smith-Head put up a 241-run partnership; Bumrah takes five | sportzpoint.com
Devasted Smith leaving the filed after getting dismissed by Jasprit Bumrah. Image | AFP/Getty Images

Finally, Jasprit Bumrah gets the better of Steve Smith. A sharp catch by the Indian captain Rohit Sharma in the first slip. It was a bit fullish and Smith went for the drive with a hard hand. 

Smith goes for a well-made 101 from 190 balls. 

Australia 316/4.

Dec 15, 2024, 6:12 AM

Smith equals Root's record

Most Test hundreds against India

10 in 41 inngs: Steven Smith
10 in 55 inngs: Joe Root
8 in 30 inngs: Gary Sobers
8 in 41 inngs: Viv Richards
8 in 51 inngs: Ricky Ponting

Dec 15, 2024, 6:11 AM

A special comeback ton for Steve Smith

It was a 33rd Test century for Steven Smith, moving up to No. 2 among Australia's ton scorers, Australia vs India, 3rd Test, Brisbane, 2nd day, December 15, 2024
Smith celebrates his 33rd Test ton; 10th against India. Image | AFP/Getty Images

A standing ovation from the Gabba crowd as Steve Smith gets to his 33rd Test ton. This one was tough. Struggled early and gave himself time to settle in. 

A century that included 12 boundaries. This is Steve Smith's 10th test ton against India.

Dec 15, 2024, 6:06 AM

India take a new ball

Rohit Sharma decides to opt for the new ball as they keep on searching for a way to dismiss Travis Head and Steve Smith 

Dec 15, 2024, 5:30 AM

Rohit Sharma drops Head

Rohit Sharma drops Travis Head in the slips. Head tried to play the ball on the leg side and got a thick edge towards the second slip. Rohit noticed it late and even after a dive, could not grab the ball. 

Dec 15, 2024, 5:27 AM

The third session starts

Dec 15, 2024, 5:12 AM

AUS 234/3 (70) at Tea, Day 2

130 runs. 27 overs. No wickets. 

Australia dominated the second session and have taken the game away from India. From 75/3 to 234/3, Travis Head and Steve Smith have dominated India in every way possible.

Rohit again missed the trick by not bringing Jasprit Bumrah back immediately when Head came to the crease. 

Steve Smith is now back in form as well and India need to take wickets before Australia throw India out of the third test. 

Dec 15, 2024, 4:56 AM

Back-to-back test ton for Travis Head

AUS vs IND Border-Gavaskar Trophy Third Test at Gabba LIVE Updates | Travis Head scores back-to-back test tons | sportzpoint.com

Back-to-back test tons for Travis Head. His 9th test ton, second here in Brisbane and third in the last six tests against India! 

He just keeps on bashing India. A bit unorthodox, and flashy and scores plenty of runs at a quick rate.

Dec 15, 2024, 4:29 AM

Smith completes his fifty

Steven Smith completed his fifty against India in Brisbane, 15 December, 2024 | sportzpoint.com

Might not be his best or most fluent, but Steve Smith toils hard to another test fifty. A hard-fought fifty in 128 balls, with many plays and misses. 

This might be the start of a great comeback for the former Aussie captain. 

Dec 15, 2024, 4:03 AM

Head loves India

Travis Head's last seven innings vs India in Tests

  • 90(163)
  • 163(174)
  • 18(27)
  • 11(13)
  • 89(101)
  • 140(141)
  • 51*(72)

Dec 15, 2024, 3:59 AM

Australia go past 150; Head completes his fifty

AUS vs IND Border-Gavaskar Trophy Third Test at Gabba LIVE Updates | Travis Head scored his 18th test fifty | sportzpoint.com
Travis Head looked in great touch in the third test, scoring his 18th test fifty | Image: AFP/Getty Images

This partnership between Travis Head and Steve Smith now have started looking ominous for India. Steve Smith played and missed a few times but looked to be positive in the second inning. 

Meantime, Travis Head continued from where he left in Adelaide and has not allowed Indian bowlers to settle in. He completed his 18th test fifty in just 71 balls including six boundaries.

Dec 15, 2024, 3:47 AM

Do you know which team need how many wins to qualify for WTC Final?

Dec 15, 2024, 3:43 AM

Akash Deep had no luck against Smith

AUS vs IND Border-Gavaskar Trophy Third Test at Gabba LIVE Updates | Smith had survived an lbw appeal off Akash Deep | sportzpoint.com

Akash Deep may have bowled over the second session but could not manage to get Steve Smith out. He went a bit fuller and Smith drove him down the ground for him. In the next two balls, he brought the length a bit back and missed the outside edge by a few centimetres. Ever Smith told him "Well bowled"

In the next ball, he pushed an inswinger and missed the leg stump as we got to see the replay during the DRS review. 

Dec 15, 2024, 3:01 AM

The second session starts

Steven Smith and Travis Head put up a solid fourth wicket partnership for Australia | sportzpoint.com
Steven Smith and Travis Head put up a solid fourth wicket partnership for Australia.

Dec 15, 2024, 2:29 AM

Day 2, Lunch Break: AUS 104/3

AUS vs IND Border-Gavaskar Trophy Third Test at Gabba LIVE Updates | Day 2, Lunch Break: AUS 104/3 | Sportz Point
Mohammed Siraj and Marnus Labuschagne exahcnged a few stares during the first session on Day 2. Image | AFP/Getty Images

A very good morning for India and Indian bowlers. They did not allow any of the Australian batters to dominate, except for Travis Head. 

Jasprit Bumrah struck early with two wickets of both the openers and the Nitish Kumar Reddy dismissed Marnus Labuschagne to make it India's session. Steve Smith survived a few times against Akash Deep and Nitish Kumar Reddy. 

Meantime, Travis Head tried to take on the bowlers and missed quite a few balls as well. 

Mohammed Siraj had left the field with pain in the hamstring but returned later as well. 

Australia 104/3 at lunch break on Day 2. Steve Smith 25 (68) and Travis Head 20* (35) are at the crease for Australia. 

Dec 15, 2024, 2:12 AM

Bumrah gets a treatment now

Jasprit Bumrah receives a treatment on his right foot | sportzpoint.com

With Mohammed Siraj already outside the field with pain in the hamstring, Jasprit Bumrah now receives treatment on his right foot.

If he is out, India's hopes would be gone.

Luckily for India, he is out bowling the next over.

Dec 15, 2024, 1:58 AM

Another scare for Smith

Akash Deep came to complete Siraj's over and with his first ball, he hit Smith on front. But, it was given not out by the onfield umpire. India did not take the DRS as well. 

Dec 15, 2024, 1:53 AM

Siraj leaves the ground with hamstring pain

Mohammed Siraj left the field with hamstring pain. Worries for India?

Dec 15, 2024, 1:42 AM

Smith survives by a barest of margins

Steve Smith survived an LBW call off Mohammed Siraj | sportzpoint.com
Image | Disney+Hotstar

Steve Smith was caught on the crease by a bit fullish ball from Mohammed Siraj. Smith let it go and the ball came back in to hit the front pad. 

On field call was Not Out and Rohit Sharma went upstairs to check. The DRS went in favour of Steve Smith and Australia. 

Australia 75/3; Smith 18 from 46.

Dec 15, 2024, 1:33 AM

Nitish Kumar Reddy gets Marnus

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A big, big, wicket for India. Nitish Kumar Reddy gets Marnus Labuschagne. 

A fullish-length ball that had lured Marnus to go for the drive. But, the ball had moved enough to get the outside edge and Virat Kohli was there to take the flying edge.

A crucial wicket for India. 

Marnus goes for 12 (55). Australia 75/3.

Dec 15, 2024, 1:30 AM

Siraj does a Broad

Dec 15, 2024, 12:53 AM

Siraj and NKR replace Bumrah and Akash Deep

Both Bumrah and Akash Deep did not give Australians to run away with the game. With their first spell ending, Mohammed Siraj and Nitish Kumar Reddy will look to be tight and build on the momentum Bumrah and Akash had built. 

Siraj was top-class with his maiden over against Marnus and nearly got him out with an LBW shout as well. NKR needs to back him now. 

Dec 15, 2024, 12:46 AM

It has been like that

Dec 15, 2024, 12:43 AM

Three test matches, three batting stances for Steve Smith

Dec 15, 2024, 12:35 AM

Australia cross 50

Akash Deep has bowled well since the start of the morning but he needs to be fullish to get the edge. Predominantly he has been a bit short and both Marnus and Smith have been able to leave the ball easily. 

This time, he had Smith come forward and had the edge as well. But, it went to the third-man area and Australia get their fifty. 

Dec 15, 2024, 12:18 AM

Bumrah on a roll | Australia 38/2

Nathan McSweeney was caught by Virat Kohli off Jasprit Bumrah, on Day 2 of third test, Border-Gavaskar Series 2024-25 | sportzpoint.com
McSweeney watches his edge going to Virat Kohli. Image | Getty Images

Bumrah does it again. On a hard length, coming in from an angle, from wide of the crease gets the outside of McSweeney. It is an easy catch for Virat Kohli in the second slip and India get their second of the morning. 

Nathan McSweeney goes for 9 from 49 balls. 

Australia 38/2. 

Dec 15, 2024, 12:06 AM

Bumrah Strikes | AUS 31/1

AUS vs IND Border-Gavaskar Trophy Third Test at Gabba LIVE Updates | Bumrah gets Usman Khawaja early on Day 2 | Sportz Point
Bumrah sturck early on Day 2 | Image: Getty

Jasprit Bumrah gets Usman Khawaja. In his first over of the day he had set him up beautifully with the ball missing the edge quite a few times and thudding on the pads once. This time, the ball had come in creating an angle and straightened just a bit to get the edge.

Rishabh Pant takes the 150th catch of his test career. Usman goes for 21 from 54 balls. 

Australia 31/1 after 16.1 overs.

Dec 14, 2024, 11:51 PM

Here WE GO!

Finally, Akash Deep resumes his over. Straightaway he finds the line and length and Nathan McSweeney lets it go. 

Dec 14, 2024, 11:46 PM

We start early on Day 2

We are ready to start early on Day 2 to make up for yesterday's lost time due to rain. Only 13.2 overs were bowled on Day 1 before rain halted the game and became so heavy that no more balls were bowled. 

Indian bowlers took time to find their line and length. It will be interesting to see how they start today. There was no rain yesterday night in Brisbane, and hopefully, we will have a full day of play today.

Dec 14, 2024, 9:23 AM

End of Day 1: No more balls were played

Rain became the villain as there were no more balls played during Day 1’s play! 

Australia 28/0 after 13.2 and we will resume updates tomorrow morning!

Dec 14, 2024, 5:10 AM

Tea has been taken

The second session of Day 1 gets washed out as no balls were bowled during lunch period. 

Tea has been taken. 

Dec 14, 2024, 4:02 AM

There will be no game before tea

As per a few reports from Brisbane, the roads outside the ground has become a “river”. 

Surely, with the rain we had, there will be no game played before tea. 

Frustrating for the players and the fans!

Dec 14, 2024, 2:57 AM

Early lunch has been taken

The umpires have decided to take an early lunch due to rain. 

Dec 14, 2024, 1:57 AM

Australia go slow and steady, India wait for mistake | AUS 28/0; 13.2 overs

Akash Deep nearly had Nathan McSweeney LBW in his first spell | sportzpoint.com
Akash Deep nearly had Nathan McSweeney LBW in his first spell. Image | AFP/Getty Images

The drizzle halted the game again as Australian openers tried to go slow and steady while Indian bowlers waited for the early mistake from the batters. Jasprit Bumrah was on target with his line and length as he went for only 8/0 in 6 overs including 3 maidens in his first spell. 

Akash Deep, who is playing his first test of the series, replaced Mohammed Siraj in bowling and looked good too. He hit McSweeney quite a few times on the pad, but maybe he needs to push the length a bit front to get things going for him. Akash Deep bowled two maidens in 3 overs and went for only 2.

Siraj came back from the end Bumrah was bowling and bowled a maiden as well.

Khawaja 19 from 47 and McSweeney 4 from 33 are batting at the moment for Australia as the groundsmen ran in hard to cover the pitches. 

It is dark at the moment and we will have to wait till the sky gets clear and the rain stops.

Dec 14, 2024, 1:15 AM

The play resumes

Dec 14, 2024, 12:49 AM

Rain halts the game | AUS 19/0; 5.3 overs

Rain halted the game after 5.3 overs during the third test between Australia and India at Gabba | sportzpoint.com

The rain has halted the game. India would be disappointed to be unable to take the advantage of early moisture of the pitch. As the batters head out of the ground, we see Morne Morkel having a word with Rohit Sharma.

Only one delivery from the 33 balls would have hit the stumps and Morne, the bowling coach might have been conveying the same thing to the captain. 

Usman 13 (22), McSweeney 2 (11); Siraj 9/0; Bumrah 6/1.

We will be back once the game resumes. 

HANG ON! 

Dec 14, 2024, 12:46 AM

Good start for Australia | AUS 18/0 after 5 overs

AUS vs IND Border-Gavaskar Trophy Third Test at Gabba LIVE Updates | Good start for Australia | AUS 18/0 after 5 overs - Sportz Point
Khawaja went for a pull shot against Siraj early in the inning. Image | Getty Images

It has been a good, steady start for Aussie openers. A few down the leg side from Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj and Usman Khawaja was ready to pounce on them. 

Bumrah started from over the wicket and then changed to around the wicket for Usman and trying to be around that off-stump, creating an angle. However, he has erred in line a few times. Meantime, Siraj has been good except for once when he tried to go short against the southpaw and Usman pulled it for the first boundary of the match. 

McSweeney played out a few dot balls and took his time to settle in. 

Dec 14, 2024, 12:31 AM

Changes for Australia

Cricket news 2024: Josh Hazlewood 'confident' of third Test return; Pat  Cummins press conference, Australia vs India

A fit Josh Hazlewood replaced Scot Boland for Australia. The rest of the playing XI remained the same for the home team.

Dec 14, 2024, 12:27 AM

Changes for India

AUS vs IND Border-Gavaskar Trophy Third Test at Gabba LIVE Updates, Scores and News: Akash Deep replaced Harshit Rana in the third test | Sportz Point
Akash Deep replaced Hardhit Rana in the third test for India.

Akash Deep and Ravindra Jadeja replaced Harshit Rana and Ravichandran Ashwin for India in the playing XI. 

 

Dec 14, 2024, 12:25 AM

Agree?

Dec 14, 2024, 12:20 AM

Playing XIs | AUS vs IND

Australia (Playing XI): Usman Khawaja, Nathan McSweeney, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, Alex Carey(w), Pat Cummins(c), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood

India (Playing XI): Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant(w), Rohit Sharma(c), Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep

 

Dec 14, 2024, 12:15 AM

Toss result

Pat Cummins and Rohit Sharma at the toss Australia vs India, 3rd Test, Brisbane, December 14, 2024

Rohit Sharma, the Indian captain team won the toss and decided to bowl first.

Rohit: "We're going to bowl first. Little bit overcast and little bit of grass, looks a bit soft as well, want to make best use of the conditions. Lot of cricket to be played, both teams have played good cricket in the last two games. Big game for us here, we'll do what is expected of us. We'll play good cricket, we understand we have to capture some moments, we didn't do that in the previous game which is why we lost."

Cummins: "We would've bowled first too. Been a fantastic series so far. Really happy with last week, just about everyone got into the series, been a good lead-up. Preperations have been pretty good. Early finish in Adelaide allowed us to come up here early and get settled. Just one change, Scott Boland is out for Hazlewood."

 

Dec 14, 2024, 12:14 AM

Previous Results at Gabba between India and Australia

Matches: 7

Australia: 5

Draw: 1

India: 1

Dec 14, 2024, 12:12 AM

Match Session Timings

  • Toss on Day 1 at 5:20 am IST
  • Start of Play: 5:50 am IST
  • First session: 5:50 am IST to 7:50 am IST
  • Lunch break: 7:50 am IST to 8:30 am IST
  • Second session: 8:30 am IST to 10:30 am IST
  • Tea break: 10:30 am IST to 10:50 am IST
  • Final session: 10:50 am IST to 12:50 pm IST

Dec 14, 2024, 12:12 AM

Match Details

Match: Australia vs India

Date: 14 Dec 2024 - 18 Dec 2024

Time: 6 am IST

Venue: Gabba, Brisbane

 

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Cricket facts: Father-Son duos who played for India

In this article, we will take a look at the cricket facts of father-Son duos who played for India.

Jul 19, 2025, 12:31 PM3 min read

Cricket facts: Father-Son duos who played for India

Few legacies in sports are as enduring and inspiring as those of father-son duos who have left an unforgettable mark on the game. Cricket is filled with iconic father-son duos who have captured the hearts of fans worldwide. While some sons struggled to meet the towering expectations set by their fathers, others rose above the legacy, stepping out of their father’s shadow to make their own mark.

In this article, we will take a look at the cricket facts of father-Son duos who played for India.

Also Read: 10 Forgotten Indian Cricketers and Their Stories

Cricket facts | Father-Son duos who played for India

Hemant (Father) and Hrishikesh Kanitkar (Son)

Cricket facts: Father-Son duos who played for India

A former Indian cricketer, Hemant Kanitkar was a versatile batsman who played for Maharashtra and two international games for India in 1974.

Later on, his son Hrishikesh Kantikar went on to make his India debut as an all-rounder, playing two Tests and 34 ODIs. 

Vijay Manjrekar (Father) and Sanjay Manjrekar (Son)

Cricket facts: Father-Son duos who played for India

Vijay Manjrekar represented the Indian team from 1950 onwards. His 222-run partnership with Vijay Hazare against England etched his name in history. He played 53 Tests for India. 

Sanjay Manjrekar also joined the Indian cricket team in 1987 and played 111 matches. But his career did not last long. Sanjay played 37 Tests and 74 ODIs for the country before he was bogged down by the weight of expectations thrust on him. 

Roger Binny (Father) and Stuart Binny (Son)

Cricket facts: Father-Son duos who played for India

Stuart Binny and Roger Binny have also played international cricket for India. Roger is currently the BCCI chief and he played a total of 99 matches in international cricket for India, in which he took 124 wickets. Apart from this, he also scored 1459 runs. 

On the other hand, Stuart's career was not very long. He played a total of 23 matches in international cricket for India.

Lala Amarnath (Father) and Mohinder Amarnath Surinder Amarnath (Son)

Cricket facts: Father-Son duos who played for India

Lala Amarnath played 24 Test matches between 1933 and 1952, he also played 186 first class matches. His two sons Mohinder Amarnath and Surinder Amarnath also became cricketers. 

Mohinder played 69 Tests and 85 ODIs. Surinder played 10 Tests and 3 ODIs. Mohinder Amarnath was the hero of the 1983 World Cup victory and was considered one of the best pace bowling batsmen of his time. Surinder Amarnath had made a record of scoring a century in his first Test.

Sunil Gavaskar (Father) and Rohan Gavaskar (Son)

Cricket facts: Father-Son duos who played for India

Both Sunil Gavaskar and his son Rohan Gavaskar have played international cricket for India. Gavaskar is considered India's greatest batsman. He is the first player to reach the 10,000-run mark in Test cricket. He played a total of 233 international matches for India. 

On the other hand, his son Rohan could play only 11 ODI matches for India.

Also Read: Best Indian Sports Biopics of All Time

Yograj Singh (Father) and Yuvraj Singh (Son)

Cricket facts: Father-Son duos who played for India

Both Yuvraj Singh and his father Yograj Singh have played international cricket for India. Yograj Singh's career was not very long. He played only 1 Test and 6 ODI matches for India. In both formats, he scored a total of only 11 runs.

On the other hand, Yograj Singh's son Yuvraj Singh has been a famous all-rounder. He played a total of 402 matches in international cricket for India, in which he scored 11778 runs. During this, he also took 148 wickets. 

Yuvi performed brilliantly in the ODI World Cup 2011 and scored 362 runs. Apart from this, he also took 15 wickets. Due to this, he received the Player of the Tournament award.

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ENG vs IND: What are the changes in Indian team you would like to see in fourth test?

For the ENG vs IND match at Old Trafford, Indian team management could make multiple changes to the playing XI. Let's have a look.

Jul 16, 2025, 12:23 PM4 min read

ENG vs IND: What are the changes in Indian team you would like to see in fourth test?

Despite a great fight on the last day at Lord's, India suffered a heartbreak defeat by 22 runs in the third Test against England. Along with this, the discussion has intensified about the batting order of the team, especially the batting at number 3.

After the defeat at Lord's, the Indian men’s cricket team would like to come up with a big show in the fourth Test to level the series. The fourth red-ball match of the ongoing ENG vs IND five-match series will be played at Old Trafford in Manchester from July 23 to 27. For the match at Old Trafford, Indian team management could make multiple changes to the playing XI.

Also Read: England penalised two WTC points for slow over-rate in Lord’s Test

Sudharsan may replace Karun Nair

ENG vs IND: What are the changes in Indian team you would like to see in fourth test?

Karun Nair looked solid whenever he was on the pitch in the 6 innings so far. But he could never take his innings beyond 50. Nair scored 0, 20, 31, 26, 40 and 14 runs in the 6 innings so far. During this time, he got out unlucky many times. But it is possible that the team management may now plan to try talented and young cricketer Sai Sudharsan in his place.

23-year-old Sai Sudharsan from Chennai got a chance to debut in the ENG vs IND Leeds Test. But the first opportunity slipped from his hands like sand from his fist. He played innings of 0 and 30 runs in Leeds. The team lost the Test and he was also dropped from the playing XI.

Kuldeep can make a return

ENG vs IND: What are the changes in Indian team you would like to see in fourth test?

Discussions have once again intensified about the inclusion of 30-year-old left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav, who has taken 56 wickets in 13 Tests, in the playing XI. This tour could prove to be a good opportunity to include Kuldeep in the team.

Bumrah and Rishabh Pant out

ENG vs IND: What are the changes in Indian team you would like to see in fourth test?

Before the start of the series, chief selector Ajit Agarkar, head coach Gautam Gambhir, captain Shubman Gill, and even Bumrah himself confirmed that he will play only three matches in England, and since the pacer has already featured in two matches out of three played so far, there is a high possibility that he will miss the game in Manchester to return for the final fixture at The Oval in London from July 31 to August 4.

In addition to Bumrah, wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant could also miss the match in Manchester. Pant suffered a finger injury during the first day’s play of the Lord’s Test, and as a result, he didn’t keep after 34 overs in the first innings. There is still no clarity over Pant’s injury. If he misses out, then Dhruv Jurel will replace him in the playing XI.

The 24-year-old stumper from Agra impressed with his glovework during the third Test, and he has amassed a total of 202 runs in six innings of four Tests played so far. Jurel’s best score in Test cricket is 90, which he registered against the English team in Ranchi last year.

Akash Deep likely retain Bumrah's place

ENG vs IND: What are the changes in Indian team you would like to see in fourth test?

Akash Deep could only manage to take one wicket in the third Test, but if Bumrah misses out due to workload management, then he is likely to retain his place.

Prasidh Krishna, Shardul Thakur, Arshdeep Singh, and Kuldeep Yadav are the other four bowlers in India’s Test squad for the England series, and for the game at Old Trafford, Arshdeep could come in for Bumrah. Arshdeep is a left-arm pacer, and his inclusion will bring variety to India’s bowling attack.

Also Read: "Find this ridiculous": Stuart Broad slams ICC's call on Siraj, while Gill's behaviour goes unpunished

India’s predicted playing XI for the ENG vs IND 4th Test

Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (C), Ravindra Jadeja, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Akash Deep, Mohammed Siraj.

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England penalised two WTC points for slow over-rate in Lord’s Test

England have been fined 10 per cent of their match fee and penalised two ICC World Test Championship points for maintaining a slow over-rate against India in the third Test at Lord’s.

Jul 16, 2025, 6:42 AM2 min read

England penalised two WTC points for slow over-rate in Lord’s Test | sportzpoint.com

England have been fined 10 per cent of their match fee and penalised two ICC World Test Championship points for maintaining a slow over-rate against India in the third Test at Lord’s.

In the last WTC cycle, too, England suffered a few points due to slow over rates. In England, where pace bowlers bowl more often than or not, teams would bowl pacers, which generally takes more time. 

England penalised two WTC points for slow over-rate in Lord’s Test
India lost the Lord's test narrowly by 22 runs. Image | Getty Images

In the recent past, experts have been saying that the ICC must find a balance between conditions to help teams where pacers come into action more. 

England, though, went on to win the third test of the Anderson-Tendulkar series at Lord's in a dramatic manner by 22 runs and are leading the series by 2-1.

Richie Richardson of the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees imposed the sanction after England were ruled to be two overs short of the target after time allowances were taken into consideration.

In accordance with Article 2.22 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to minimum over-rate offences, players are fined five per cent of their match fee for every over their side fails to bowl in the allotted time.

Read Also | "Find this ridiculous": Stuart Broad slams ICC's call on Siraj, while Gill's behaviour goes unpunished

In addition, as per Article 16.11.2 of the ICC World Test Championship playing conditions, a side is penalised one point for each over short. Consequently, two World Test Championship points have been deducted from England’s points total.

England captain Ben Stokes pled guilty to the offence and accepted the proposed sanction, so there was no need for a formal hearing.

On-field umpires Paul Reiffel and Sharfuddoula Ibne Shahid, third umpire Ahsan Raza, and fourth umpire Graham Lloyd levelled the charge.

[Created from a press release by ICC]

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Most Wickets in Tests by left-arm seamers

Mitchell Starc surpassed Chaminda Vaas in terms of taking most wickets in tests by left-arm seamers.

Jul 15, 2025, 12:25 PM4 min read

Most Wickets in Tests by left-arm seamers

Australia pacer Mitchell Starc scripted history in the third Test against West Indies in Jamaica as he grabbed the fastest five-wicket haul in Test history, in just 15 balls. No player in world cricket has ever managed to take a 5-wicket haul in fewer deliveries. With this Starc also surpassed Chaminda Vaas in terms of taking most wickets in tests by left-arm seamers. 

In this article, we will take a look at those left-arm bowlers with most wickets in tests.

Also Read: 5 wickets in 15 balls! Mitchell Starc creates record for the fastest five-wicket haul in test cricket

Most Wickets in Tests by left-arm seamers

7. Neil Wagner | 260

Most Wickets in Tests by left-arm seamers

Neil Wagner, the former New Zealand fast bowler, claimed 260 wickets in 64 Tests at an average of 27.60 for New Zealand, from 2012 until his international retirement in February 2024, earning plaudits along the way for his indefatigable left-arm line of attack. 

He was a key member of the team that reached number one in the world and won the inaugural Test world championship in 2021. Among career highlights were his roles in famous victories over England in 2018 and last year's one-run win over the same opposition in Wellington.

6. Zaheer Khan | 311

Most Wickets in Tests by left-arm seamers

Zaheer Khan, India’s finest left-arm seamer, has played 92 tests and took 311 wickets with 11 five-wicket hauls. Known for his ability to swing the ball both ways, Zaheer was a key figure in many of India’s overseas wins. His standout performances in England and South Africa helped India win Test matches in challenging conditions. 

5. Mitchell Johnson | 313

Most Wickets in Tests by left-arm seamers

Australia fast bowler Mitchell Johnson, who struck fear into batsmen around the world but especially on the bouncy pitches of his homeland, took 313 wickets in 73 tests at an average of 28.40.

He was a pretty decent bowler throughout his career, but during his peak, he was one of the terrifying bowlers in the world. One of the most notable performances from him was the 2013-14 Ashes in Australia, where he ripped apart the English lineup, match-after-match, innings-after-innings.

4. Trent Boult | 317

Most Wickets in Tests by left-arm seamers

Trent Boult is a New Zealand cricketer who is known for being a threat to batsmen all over the world because of his ability to swing the ball on both sides. Boult debuted in Test matches in 2011. He’s the fourth-highest wicket-taker as a left-arm seamers in Tests as he took 317 wickets in 78 matches. He owns 18 four-wicket hauls, 10 five-wicket hauls and 1 ten-wicket haul.

His best bowling figures in Test innings are 6 for 30 runs and a single Test match 10 wickets for 80 runs. He was a part of the winning squad of the ICC World Test Championship in 2019-2021.

3. Chaminda Vaas | 355

Most Wickets in Tests by left-arm seamers

In a time when Murali was taking all the plaudits, Vaas was undoubtedly Sri Lanka’s greatest fast bowler, picking up 355 wickets in 111 Tests at an impressive average of 29.58. He’s the only seamer from the island nation to have over 200 wickets and took career best figures of 7/71 with his deceptive swing and persistent line and length.

2. Mitchell Starc | 402

Most Wickets in Tests by left-arm seamers

Australian speedster Mitchell Starc set several records in the 3rd and final Test against West Indies in Kingston. In his 100th Test appearance, Starc took seven wickets, including six in the final innings. He recorded a fifer off just 15 balls. 

Starc returned figures worth 6/9 from 7.3 overs in the fourth innings, his career-best in the format. This was his 16th Test fifer. Starc, who became the 16th Aussie to complete 100 Test appearances, has now 402 wickets as a left-arm seamers in test at an average of 27.02.

Also Read: West Indies vs Australia: West Indies register second lowest test score in an inning by a team

1. Wasim Akram | 414

Most Wickets in Tests by left-arm seamers

Regarded as one of the greatest left-arm fast bowlers to have played the game, Wasim Akram represented Pakistan in 104 Tests between 1985 and 2002, claiming 414 wickets at an average of 23.06. He also took 25 5-wicket halls. Among these, he took two Test hat-tricks. His best bowling figures in a test match were 7/119. 

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West Indies vs Australia: West Indies register second lowest test score in an inning by a team

After getting all out for 27 in the fourth inning of the third West Indies vs Australia test in Kingston, West Indies have now registered the second lowest test score in an inning by a team.

Jul 14, 2025, 10:39 PM4 min read

West Indies vs Australia: West Indies register second lowest test score in an inning by a team | sportzpoint.com
Mitchell Starc celebrates the wicket of Brandon King, his third of the first over. Image | AFP/Getty Images

West Indies just registered their lowest test score in their history after registering only 27 in the fourth innings of the third West Indies vs Australia test in Kingston. While chasing only 204 in the last inning of the test match, West Indies were bundled out for 27 after Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland ran through them. 

For the West Indies, only Justin Greaves could reach the double-figure (11) mark. 7 of 11 batters of the West Indies team were dismissed for ducks.

West Indies vs Australia: West Indies register second lowest test score in an inning by a team | sportzpoint.com
Mitchell Starc celebrates the wicket of Brandon King, his third of the first over. Image | AFP/Getty Images

Australia started the inning on a fiery note, with Mitchell Starc taking three wickets in the first over. He then went on to break the record for the fastest five-wicket haul in a test inning as he reached the landmark in just 15 balls. West Indies once were 6 for 11, but a small partnership from Alzarri Joseph and Justin Greaves helped them reach 26.

Scott Boland became the 45th bowler to take a test hat-trick | sportzpoint.com
Scott Boland became the 45th bowler to take a test hat-trick. Image | AFP/Getty Images

But from 26/6, Scott Boland took a hat-trick to reduce them to 26/9. Mitchell Starc then wrapped up the inning with his sixth wicket as he finished with a bowling figure of 7.3-4-9-6. 

What is the lowest test score in history?

New Zealand in 1955 registered the lowest test score in history when they were bundled for only 26 in the third inning against Australia in Auckland. Bert Sutcliffe could only reach the double-figure mark (11) for the Kiwis. 

Frank Tyson started the attack for Australia, taking the first two wickets. But it was Brian Statham and Bob Appleyard who finished the job for the team from down under. Statham returned with 9-3-9-3 while Appleyard had the bowling figure of 6-3-7-4. 

Although New Zealand had played 27 overs to score those 26 runs. They lost the test match by an innings and 20 runs.

10 lowest test scores in test cricket

West Indies vs Australia: West Indies register second lowest test score in an inning by a team | sportzpoint.com
Mitchell Starc celebrating after getting Jayden Seals out as West Indies were bowled out for 27. Image | AFP/Getty Images 

Along with New Zealand in 1995 and the West Indies in 2025, South Africa features in the top five of the lowest test scores in test cricket. 

In 1896, South Africa were bundled for 30 against England in Gqeberha, which was the lowest test score for nearly 59 years.

South Africa again matched their record when England bowled them out for 30 again, this time in Birmingham in 1924. In 1899 and 1932, South Africa registered 35 and 36, respectively, against England and Australia.

Then comes India's 36 all-out against Australia in 2020 in Adelaide. India comes on the list again with their 42 against England in 1974 at Lord's. 

However, before all of these, Australia had the record for the lowest test score, before New Zealand broke the record. In 1888, Australia were bundled out for 42 against England at their own turf in Sydney. 

Team Score Inns Opposition Ground Result Match Date
New Zealand 26 3 v England Auckland lost 25 Mar 1955
West Indies 27 4 v Australia Kingston lost 12 Jul 2025
South Africa 30 4 v England Gqeberha lost 13 Feb 1896
South Africa 30 2 v England Birmingham lost 14 Jun 1924
South Africa 35 4 v England Cape Town lost 1 Apr 1899
South Africa 36 1 v Australia Melbourne lost 12 Feb 1932
Australia 36 2 v England Birmingham draw 29 May 1902
India 36 3 v Australia Adelaide lost 17 Dec 2020
Ireland 38 4 v England Lord's lost 24 Jul 2019
New Zealand 42 1 v Australia Wellington lost 29 Mar 1946
Australia 42 2 v England Sydney lost 10 Feb 1888
India 42 3 v England Lord's lost 20 Jun 1974
Sri Lanka 42 2 v South Africa Durban lost 27 Nov 2024

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