Bangladesh's stubborn resistance was finally broken by Jasprit Bumrah just before lunch, as he dismissed Mushfiqur Rahim with a clever off-cutter. Bangladesh was bowled out for 146, leaving India to chase a modest target of 95 for victory.
Virat Kohli's aggressive demeanor and formidable batting against Australia have defined India's competitive rivalry with them. His confrontations with players like Mitchell Johnson, especially during the 2014 Border-Gavaskar series, were marked by verbal spats and intense on-field battles, solidifying Kohli as a key figure in these iconic encounters. The battles between Johnson and Kohli remain an iconic chapter in India-Australia cricket history.
Ahead of the IPL 'Big Auction,' franchises prepare to announce retained players. Each can keep up to six, with a limit on capped and uncapped players. Mohammad Kaif emphasizes retaining KKR captain Shreyas Iyer for his leadership in their championship win, alongside players like Phil Salt, Andre Russell and Sunil Narine.
Despite notable performances in limited opportunities, Shardul Thakur questions his lack of consistent selection in India's Test side. Returning from ankle surgery, Thakur eyes the Irani Cup and Ranji Trophy for a comeback, aiming to secure a spot for Australia's challenging tour.