The fever for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 is on as we are just a few months away from the biggest crown of the game. The tournament will take place in India and it is expected that it will be played from 5th October. A total of 47 matches are likely to take place throughout the tournament. With just a few months remaining before the start of the tournament, it?s fair to say that teams would've started to plan their strategies. Talking about India, they will be red hot favourites to win the tournament, considering the home condition and the kind of combination they have.&nbsp;



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: Ravi Shastri names 3 uncapped players who can make the cut into the Indian squad for World Cup?</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="http://www.icccricketschedule.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Yash_11zon-1-683x1024.jpg" alt="IPL 2023: Record!! Yashasvi Jaiswal knocked Fasted Fifty of IPL" class="wp-image-112235" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">IPL 2023: Record!! Yashasvi Jaiswal knocked Fasted Fifty of IPL | Image Credit: Twitter</figcaption></figure>



With ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 around the corner, former Indian head coach Ravi Shastri has picked three uncapped players who have impressed him in the ongoing<a href="https://www.iplt20.com" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.iplt20.com"> Indian Premier League</a> (IPL) 2023 and can make the cut into the Indian squad for World Cup.?



The ongoing IPL 2023 has seen some magnificent performances from the young batters. The likes of Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Tilak Varma, Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma and many others have set the stage on fire and have made many stands and applaud them for their performances. All have been prime performers for their respective teams and have contributed to wins.&nbsp;



Ravi Shastri has been quite impressed by all but three players that stood out for him are Tilak Varma, Rinku Singh and Yashasvi Jaiswal. He feels that they push for a spot in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 as they have been terrific. Speaking on the latest episode of?The ICC Review, he said:?



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"But I would put Tilak Varma, I would put Jaiswal, I'd put Rinku Singh. (They) are the candidates who can really push through along with Ruturaj Gaikwad, who's been around for a while.These are the guys who can push for selection, depending on their form closer to the World Cup. And depending on injuries. If there are injuries to any key players, then these guys can come straight away into the mix."&nbsp;



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Tilak Varma and Rinku Singh knocking on the doors of selectors with performances in IPL?</h2>



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ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: The trio of Yashasvi Jaiswal, Tilak Varma and Rinku Singh are knocking on the doors of selectors with performances in IPL. They have played brilliant cricket in the league so far. Talking about Jaiswal, the southpaw has set the league ablaze. He has scored 575 runs and is the third leading run-getter in the league to go with one hundred and 4 fifties.?



Whereas on the other hand, Tilak Varma, who was the leading run-getter for Mumbai Indians last year, has been impressive too this time around. Although he has missed the last few games due to injury, but he has been right there on the mark. He has scored 274 runs in 9 innings at an average of 45.67 to go with one half-century.&nbsp;



While the man of five sixes, Rinku Singh is the leading run-getter for Kolkata Knight Riders and is one of the most consistent batters in the league. He has scored 407 runs at an average of 50.88 and a strike rate of 143.30. Also, he has smashed 3 half-centuries.&nbsp;

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: Ravi Shastri names 3 uncapped players who can make the cut into the Indian squad for World Cup

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ICC World Cup 2023: Men's ODI Bowlers Rankings. With the highly anticipated ICC World Cup 2023 scheduled to take place in India from October 5 to November 19, cricket enthusiasts worldwide are gearing up for an electrifying tournament. As teams prepare to battle it out on the grand stage, one aspect that often captures the spotlight is the performance of bowlers. In this article, we delve into the ICC World Cup 2023 Men's ODI Bowlers Rankings, spotlighting the top 10 players who are set to make their mark on the international cricket scene.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="icc-world-cup-2023-mens-odi-bowlers-rankings-top-10-performers">ICC World Cup 2023: Men's ODI Bowlers Rankings - Top 10 Performers</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><thead><tr><th>POS</th><th>PLAYER</th><th>TEAM</th><th>RATING</th><th>CAREER BEST RATING</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>1</td><td>Josh Hazlewood</td><td>AUS</td><td>705</td><td>733 v England, 26/01/2018</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Mitchell Starc</td><td>AUS</td><td>686</td><td>783 v New Zealand, 29/03/2015</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Rashid Khan</td><td>AFG</td><td>682</td><td>806 v Pakistan, 21/09/2018</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>Mohammed Siraj</td><td>IND</td><td>670</td><td>736 v New Zealand, 21/01/2023</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Matt Henry</td><td>NZ</td><td>667</td><td>691 v Bangladesh, 26/03/2021</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td>Mujeeb Ur Rahman</td><td>AFG</td><td>661</td><td>712 v Ireland, 24/01/2021</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td>Trent Boult</td><td>NZ</td><td>660</td><td>775 v Australia, 11/09/2022</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>Adam Zampa</td><td>AUS</td><td>652</td><td>655 v England, 22/11/2022</td></tr><tr><td>9</td><td>Shaheen Afridi</td><td>PAK</td><td>630</td><td>688 v West Indies, 10/06/2022</td></tr><tr><td>10</td><td>Kuldeep Yadav</td><td>IND</td><td>622</td><td>765 v New Zealand, 26/01/2019</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<div class="wp-block-rank-math-toc-block" id="rank-math-toc"><nav><ul><li class=""><a href="#icc-world-cup-2023-mens-odi-bowlers-rankings-top-10-performers">ICC World Cup 2023: Men's ODI Bowlers Rankings - Top 10 Performers</a><ul><li class=""><a href="#1-josh-hazlewood-aus-a-force-to-reckon-with">1. Josh Hazlewood (AUS) - A Force to Reckon With:</a></li><li class=""><a href="#2-mitchell-starc-aus-unleashing-thunderbolts">2. Mitchell Starc (AUS) - Unleashing Thunderbolts:</a></li><li class=""><a href="#3-rashid-khan-afg-a-spin-maestros-impact">3. Rashid Khan (AFG) - A Spin Maestro's Impact:</a></li><li class=""><a href="#4-mohammed-siraj-ind-emerging-as-a-pace-powerhouse">4. Mohammed Siraj (IND) - Emerging as a Pace Powerhouse:</a></li><li class=""><a href="#5-matt-henry-nz-mastering-swing-and-seam">5. Matt Henry (NZ) - Mastering Swing and Seam:</a></li><li class=""><a href="#6-mujeeb-ur-rahman-afg-afghanistans-mystery-spinner">6. Mujeeb Ur Rahman (AFG) - Afghanistan's Mystery Spinner:</a></li><li class=""><a href="#7-trent-boult-nz-swing-and-precision">7. Trent Boult (NZ) - Swing and Precision:</a></li><li class=""><a href="#8-adam-zampa-aus-australias-spin-gem">8. Adam Zampa (AUS) - Australia's Spin Gem:</a></li><li class=""><a href="#9-shaheen-afridi-pak-the-pakistani-pace-marvel">9. Shaheen Afridi (PAK) - The Pakistani Pace Marvel:</a></li><li class=""><a href="#10-kuldeep-yadav-ind-the-wrist-spin-dynamo">10. Kuldeep Yadav (IND) - The Wrist-Spin Dynamo:</a></li></ul></li><li class=""><a href="#conclusion-rank-the-top-10-players">Conclusion: Rank the Top 10 Players</a></li></ul></nav></div>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="1-josh-hazlewood-aus-a-force-to-reckon-with">1. Josh Hazlewood (AUS) - A Force to Reckon With:</h3>



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Leading the pack is the Australian pace sensation, Josh Hazlewood. With a stellar rating of 705, Hazlewood's consistent performances have earned him the top spot in the rankings. His career-best rating of 733 further emphasizes his dominance, making him a key player to watch in the ICC World Cup 2023.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="2-mitchell-starc-aus-unleashing-thunderbolts">2. Mitchell Starc (AUS) - Unleashing Thunderbolts:</h3>



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Mitchell Starc, the Australian left-arm speedster, secures the second position with a rating of 686. Renowned for his fiery pace and impeccable yorkers, Starc's ability to swing the ball both ways makes him a potent weapon in Australia's arsenal. His career-best rating of 783 speaks volumes about his prowess.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="3-rashid-khan-afg-a-spin-maestros-impact">3. Rashid Khan (AFG) - A Spin Maestro's Impact:</h3>



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Proving the significance of spin in limited-overs cricket, Rashid Khan of Afghanistan claims the third spot with a rating of 682. Khan's unique variations and wicket-taking ability have made him a household name. With a career-best rating of 806, achieved against Pakistan, Khan's contributions are invaluable.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="4-mohammed-siraj-ind-emerging-as-a-pace-powerhouse">4. Mohammed Siraj (IND) - Emerging as a Pace Powerhouse:</h3>



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Making waves on the international stage, Mohammed Siraj of India secures the fourth position with a rating of 670. His ability to extract bounce and seam movement has elevated him to a key position in India's bowling attack. His career-best rating of 736 showcases his rapid growth and potential.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="5-matt-henry-nz-mastering-swing-and-seam">5. Matt Henry (NZ) - Mastering Swing and Seam:</h3>



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Matt Henry of New Zealand cements his position as a swing specialist, ranking fifth with a rating of 667. Henry's ability to exploit favorable conditions and generate movement has made him a pivotal asset for New Zealand. His career-best rating of 691 underscores his consistency.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="6-mujeeb-ur-rahman-afg-afghanistans-mystery-spinner">6. Mujeeb Ur Rahman (AFG) - Afghanistan's Mystery Spinner:</h3>



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Mujeeb Ur Rahman, the Afghan sensation, claims the sixth spot with a rating of 661. His unorthodox spin variations have puzzled batsmen, making him a formidable spinner. With a career-best rating of 712, Rahman's impact cannot be overlooked.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="7-trent-boult-nz-swing-and-precision">7. Trent Boult (NZ) - Swing and Precision:</h3>



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Trent Boult, the New Zealand swing artisan, ranks seventh with a rating of 660. His ability to swing the ball both ways has posed challenges to batsmen worldwide. With a career-best rating of 775, Boult's performances are crucial to New Zealand's success.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="8-adam-zampa-aus-australias-spin-gem">8. Adam Zampa (AUS) - Australia's Spin Gem:</h3>



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Adam Zampa, Australia's premier spin bowler, secures the eighth spot with a rating of 652. Zampa's deceptive variations and control have made him a standout performer. His career-best rating of 655 speaks volumes about his impact.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="9-shaheen-afridi-pak-the-pakistani-pace-marvel">9. Shaheen Afridi (PAK) - The Pakistani Pace Marvel:</h3>



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Shaheen Afridi, Pakistan's pace sensation, occupies the ninth position with a rating of 630. His raw pace and bounce have troubled batsmen, earning him a spot among the top bowlers. His career-best rating of 688 underscores his potential.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="10-kuldeep-yadav-ind-the-wrist-spin-dynamo">10. Kuldeep Yadav (IND) - The Wrist-Spin Dynamo:</h3>



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Completing the top 10 is India's Kuldeep Yadav, a wrist-spin specialist with a rating of 622. Yadav's ability to turn the ball and deceive batsmen has earned him a place in India's lineup. His career-best rating of 765 showcases his talents.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="conclusion-rank-the-top-10-players">Conclusion: Rank the Top 10 Players</h2>



As the cricketing world eagerly awaits the ICC World Cup 2023, set to take place in India from October 5 to November 19, the Men's ODI Bowlers Rankings provide a glimpse into the prowess and skills of the top bowlers ready to showcase their talents on the international stage. As the tournament unfolds, fans can expect these players to deliver exceptional performances that could shape the outcomes of matches and determine the eventual champion. Stay tuned for a display of cricketing excellence at its finest.

ICC World Cup 2023: Men's ODI Bowlers Rankings, Rank the Top 10 Players!

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In a dramatic turn of events, the 2023 ICC World Cup has been thrust into the spotlight once again, as the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) has petitioned for a revision to the tournament schedule. This latest twist comes less than two weeks after the revised fixture list was unveiled and a mere week before ticket sales were set to commence. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the International Cricket Council (ICC) are now grappling with yet another challenge in their bid to orchestrate a seamless World Cup.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a></a>The Initial Schedule and Concerns</h2>



The official announcement of the 2023 World Cup schedule on June 27 was met with both excitement and skepticism. Almost immediately, whispers of discontent began circulating within various state cricket associations and even among participating teams. The reasons behind these murmurs were multifaceted, ranging from concerns over inadequate security arrangements due to local festivities to the tight scheduling of matches that left teams with insufficient rest between games.



Amid this backdrop of murmurs, Hyderabad emerged as a central point of contention. Initially penned in to host the face-off between Pakistan and Sri Lanka on October 12, Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium found itself grappling with the domino effect of the rescheduling of the high-stakes India-Pakistan clash. The latter match was moved a day ahead to October 10, thereby causing a chain reaction that led to the preponing of the Pakistan-Sri Lanka encounter as well. To further complicate matters, Hyderabad was also chosen to host the New Zealand-Netherlands bout on October 9, a scenario that raised significant concerns for the HCA.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a></a>Security Concerns and the Quest for Revisions</h2>



The HCA's call for a change in the schedule stems primarily from concerns surrounding security and the practicality of organizing back-to-back games. Hyderabad Police expressed reservations about providing adequate security for consecutive fixtures, with one of them involving Pakistan, a team that naturally commands heightened security measures. Distressingly for the HCA, they claim that the BCCI did not consult them before the reshuffling of the fixtures, a decision that has prompted their belated appeal over ten days after the updated schedule was released.



The situation reached a pivotal moment when, after a series of negotiations and discussions, a revised schedule was ultimately unveiled on August 9. Among the nine rescheduled fixtures was the much-anticipated India-Pakistan clash, which was moved to accommodate festivities surrounding the commencement of Navratri on October 15. Alongside these changes, the dates for ticket sales were also confirmed, with the first batch slated to go on sale from August 25.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">HCA's Ongoing Appeal and BCCI's Response</h2>



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In the midst of these alterations, the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyderabad_Cricket_Association">Hyderabad Cricket Association</a> maintained its position, seeking yet another change in the schedule to allow for a minimum one-day interval between two consecutive games. Despite their appeal, the BCCI, under the leadership of Roger Binny, rejected the request, cementing the notion that no further changes would be made to the World Cup schedule.



The core of the issue revolves around the feasibility of hosting two marquee World Cup games within a span of two days. While a representative of the HCA acknowledged the suboptimal nature of such a scenario from organizational and security standpoints, BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla emphasized that multiple stakeholders are at play and altering the schedule at this juncture is a complex task that involves a multitude of considerations, including ICC involvement and team logistics.



While the Hyderabad Cricket Association's quest for a schedule change underscores the need for flexibility in the face of unforeseen challenges, the response from the BCCI has been firm and clear, which is an attitude necessary as thousands of cricket fans make their way to the subcontinent for the grand spectacle.

Hyderabad Cricket Association's Quest for Schedule Revision in the 2023 ICC World Cup

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Off-spinner talent will pose a significant challenge for Team India in the upcoming series like ICC world Cup 2023. Given the presence of many leg-spinners in the team. While we currently have several leg-spinners in the India squad, some of whom also participate in the IPL, the list of off-spinners is short. Every team squad should ideally include players with various skills to increase their chances of winning at the world level.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Off-spinner talent will pose a significant challenge for Team India</h2>



Presently, Team India boasts world-class batsmen, leg-spinners, and all-rounders. However, there is a noticeable shortage of off spinners in the squad. Notable among the emerging off-spinners is Washington Sundar, who plays in the IPL and occasionally finds a place in the Indian team squad.



During the recent Australia tour of India in 2023, selectors made the surprising decision to include off-spinner R Ashwin in the Indian team, replacing Axar Patel. While we have a range of excellent left-arm orthodox spin bowlers in the form of Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal and Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin appears to be the sole prominent off-spinner suitable for the ICC World Cup 2023 tournament. Ashwin brings a wealth of experience, having participated in multiple World Cups and one-day series.



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The selectors' decision to include him in the India-Australia series proved to be wise, as he performed admirably in the last few matches, taking four wickets. Ashwin has consistently delivered impressive performances in recent series and the 2023 IPL, accumulating 12 wickets in 13 IPL innings with a strike rate of 23 and an average of 29.50. He has taken a total of 155 wickets in 115 ODIs. Whereas Washington Sundar has taken 16 wickets in his only 17 Matches.



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While Ashwin may secure a spot in the ICC World Cup squad, it is crucial for Team India to invest in young off-spinners. Young cricketers have a promising opportunity to be selected as off-spinners. For Ashwin, this World Cup may be his last chance if he is chosen. The Indian captain recently Rohit Sharma has also praised Ashwin's talent, especially after former Australian cricketer Aaron Finch commented on Ashwin's potential exclusion from India's final squad for the ICC World Cup." after selected in India-Aus tour.

Off-spinner talent will pose a significant challenge for Team India in the upcoming series like ICC world Cup 2023

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The Indian Team under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma suffered a crushing defeat versus the Mighty Australians in the Melbourne Boxing-Day Test-Match of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy Series by a margin of 184 runs. This win allowed the Aussies to take a 2-1 lead in the five-match series.
At the same time, a lot of questions are being asked to captain Rohit Sharma and Head Coach Gautam Gambhir after this defeat in Melbourne. Alongside former Cricketers, the fans are also criticising the coaching methods of Gambhir. Now, a big update has come out ahead of the Sydney Test-Match. 
<h2>Gambhir likely to be sacked if Team India lose in Sydney</h2>
If the Men in Blue fail to secure a win in the Sydney Test-Match, then the difficulties of Gautam Gambhir will increase. According to some media reports, his job as the Head Coach of the Indian Team is under threat. The Sydney Test-Match will decide the fate of Gambhir as the Head-Coach of the Men in Blue. 
If the two time WTC Runner's-up manage to secure a win in Sydney, then the pressure on GG will decrease a bit. However, if they fail to win, then the former KKR Mentor days as the Head-Coach of the Indian Team will be numbered. It will be interesting to see what kind of a decision is taken on Gautam Gambhir's tenure after the Sydney Test.
<h3>India lost a Test-Series on home soil after a span of 12 years</h3>
Before competing in the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy series versus the Australians, Team India suffered a humiliating 0-3 home Test-Series defeat versus New Zealand. The Tom Latham-led team whitewashed Rohit Sharma &amp; CO in the three-match Test-Series and handed India their first Test-Series defeat on home soil in 12 years. 
At the same time, the Men in Blue have showcased a lackluster display in the BGT series and therefore, Gautam Gambhir, the Head-Coach of Team India is being criticised heavily.
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Gautam Gambhir (R) having a chat with Jasprit Bumrah (L) of India ahead of the Sydney Test-Match | Image: Getty Images

Gautam Gambhir's days as the Indian Cricket Team's Head Coach are going to be numbered if the Men in Blue fail go secure a win in Sydney

IND vs AUS: Gautam Gambhir is going to be under big trouble if India fails to win in Sydney

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Team India are all set to face Australia in the fifth and final test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. This clash will be played between January 3-7 at the Sydney Cricket Ground. India have been going through a transition period, and they are trying their best to survive in the World Test Championship.
Not just this, India are on the verge of losing the BGT trophy for the first time since 2014. This will add salt to their wounds as the WTC final is also on the line. However, just hours ahead of the start of the fifth test, the Indian camp dropped a bombshell.
The Indian captain Rohit Sharma, who is going through a rough patch, has been dropped from the playing XI, and Jasprit Bumrah will lead the visitors in the SCG test. This has come as massive news for Indian fans, as there have been some rumours about Rohit Sharma's retirement from test cricket.
<h2>List of Indian Captains to be dropped from playing XI midway through the series</h2>
Rohit Sharma has been going through a tough run. He has scored only 164 runs in the last 8 tests and scored the 50-run mark only once. His form has certainly made a big difference in India's poor run in Test cricket for the last couple of months. India lost their first-ever home test series since 2012 and suffered a series defeat.
Rohit missed the first test in Perth, and Bumrah led India to a tremendous win. The Indian captain joined the team in the second test. He has scored 32 runs in three tests at an average of 6.20. His poor run raises questions on his place as India dropped Shubman Gill from the team in the fourth test.
But now, Rohit is likely to be dropped from the playing XI for the fifth test. The Indian captain wasn't even fully involved in the practice sessions in Sydney. But if he misses the fifth test, it will be a historic moment in Indian cricket history. It is because this is the first time that an Indian captain has been dropped from a playing XI in the midway through the international series.
And this is the first occurrence since 2014 that a captain has had to sit out in an international series. Last time it was Misbah-ul-Haq who decided to sit out from the third ODI against Australia, and Shahid Afridi replaced him as captain. If we look at the history, England's Mike Denness was the first captain to decide to sit out during the fourth Test of the Ashes 1974.
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Jasprit Bumrah is likely to replace Rohit Sharma as captain in the fifth and final Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Rohit Sharma to be dropped from 5th Test: List of Indian Captains to be dropped midway through a series

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In what promises to be an intense and exciting encounter, Fierce-Rivals Australia and India will be witnessed locking horns versus each other for one last time in the 5th &amp; the final Test-Match of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy series on Australian Soil. Under the leadership of Jasprit Bumrah, the aim of the Men in Blue would be to win this forthcoming contest and retain the precious BGT Trophy. We will also be taking a look at the Dream 11 teams ahead of this exciting encounter. 
Currently, the Pat Cummins-led team are ahead in the series as they have a 2-1 lead and this makes the Sydney Test-Match a must win one for the Men in Blue. Winning this test would also keep Team India's hopes of qualifying for the WTC Final alive. 
<h3>IND vs AUS 5th Test: Team Updates of both teams</h3>
Talking about team updates, the Kangaroos have decided to replace all-rounder Mitchell Marsh with 31-year-old Beautiful Webster in the starting 11 for the Sydney Test-Match. India on the other hand, will have to make a forced change as Akash Deep is set to miss the final contest due to a back injury and Prasidh Krishna is expected to replace him in the team.
<h2>IND vs AUS: Head-2-Head Records in Test Cricket</h2>
Fierce-Rivals Australia and India have faced each other 111 times in Test Cricket and out of these 111 encounters, 47 have been won by the Kangaroos while the Indians have finished out on top on 33 occasions. 30 contests between the two teams have ended in a draw while one encounter got tied. 
<h2>IND vs AUS 5th Test: Pitch-Report of the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) </h2>
Everyone's eyes are on the pitch of Sydney Cricket Ground. Although it is considered to be the most helpful pitch for spin in Australia. But there is a lot of grass on the pitch a day before the match. Now it will be interesting to see whether the grass is removed on the morning of the match or left as it is. Even after having grass, if the match goes on the fourth and fifth day, then there is every possibility of spin getting help. Three of the top-4 bowlers who have taken the most Test wickets on this ground are spinners.
<h2>IND vs AUS 5th Test: Weather Forecast of the match</h2>
According to AccuWeather's report, there will be no rain for the first 4 days while the threat of rain will loom over the match on the last day. There is an 80% chance of rain in Sydney on the 7th of January. The match may also be a draw due to rain, which will not be good news for Team India. If the Sydney Test is drawn, Team India will lose the series 1-2.
<h2>IND vs AUS 5th Test: Best Dream-11 Team for the Sydney Test-Match</h2>
Batters: Travis Head, Steven Smith and Yashasvi Jaiswal
All Rounders: Nitish Reddy and Ravindra Jadeja
Wicket Keepers: Rishabh Pant
Bowlers: Nathan Lyon, Jasprit Bumrah, Scott Boland, Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc

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Team India players celebrate Australia's first wicket | Image: Cricket Australia

The fifth and the final match of the 2024-25 BGT series is all set to commence from tomorrow i.e 3rd of January between India and Australia and Dream 11 fans looking forward to making a winnable team can reach our article

IND vs AUS 5th Test: Dream 11 Teams, Pitch Report, Weather Forecast and more

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India batter Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are all set to play the three-match ODI series against England. As per the reports in Times of India, it is learned that both the senior batters of the team will be playing the series and have no intention to take a rest. 
A few days ago, some reports claimed that Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli won't be playing the three-match ODI series against England. The duo were speculated to be rested to manage their workload, especially after the hectic Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. 
But it raised many eyeballs as to why Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will be rested, especially with the three-match ODI series against England being the only series ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The ICC event will be taking place in February-March and it will be a crucial tournament for India. 
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have come under massive pump for their poor returns with the bat. And also with them already announcing their retirement from T20Is, the ODIs against England and the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will be extremely important for both the stalwarts. 
The ODI series between England and India will get underway from 6th February at the VCA Stadium in Nagpur. The second game of the series is scheduled to take place on 9th February in Cuttack, followed by the last match to be played on 12th at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. 
<h2>Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli last played a white-ball game during the ODI series against Sri Lanka</h2>
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli last played a white-ball game during the ODI series against Sri Lanka. The two players will have to play a massive part if India needs to the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The Rohit Sharma-led side will be playing their games in Dubai as the tournament will be played in a Hybrid model. 
Currently, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are playing the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 in Australia. Both the players have struggled to get going. The skipper, in particular, has looked torrid and is all set to be dropped from the team for the last match of the series. 
Virat Kohli, on the other hand, slammed a century in the opening match of the series. But after that, has looked torrid with the bat. It remains to be seen how he will fare in the last game of the series.
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India batter Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are all set to play the three-match ODI series against England.

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma all set to be part of England ODIs

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With the 2025 New Year celebrations over, the Indian Cricket Team have now begun their preparations for the next BGT match. Under the leadership of Jasprit Bumrah, the Men in Blue will be playing their first Test contest of 2025 in Sydney. This match will be played versus the the Pat Cummins-led Australia from the 3rd of January. 
The Indian Team is currently taking part in the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy Five-Match Test-Series on Australian soil. The home side currently have the advantage as they are leading the series by 2-1. The fifth and the decisive contest of the series will be played at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). The Jasprit Bumrah-led team will be looking to secure a victory by any means in the final encounter in order to retain the precious BGT Trophy. 
<h2>Change in captaincy ahead of the Sydney Test-Match</h2>
Regular Captain Rohit Sharma has decided to drop himself from the final Test-Match as his performance in the entire series has been disastrous, managing to score just 31 runs in five innings versus the Kangaroos. 
A lot of pressure was being created on Rohit and the Men in Blue even won the Perth Test-Match under the captaincy of Bumrah where Sharma was not available as he was away on paternity leave and therefore, the two time WTC Runner's-up will be seen entering the field of Sydney with Jasprit Bumrah as the captain.
<h2>What's the record of Team India in Test-Matches played in Sydney? </h2>
The Indian Cricket Team have a really poor record in Test-Matches played in Sydney. They have managed to reign supreme just once at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), that too 47 years ago.That means if the Blue Brigade manage to secure a victory in the final Test-Match in Sydney, then their shameful winless streak will get broken. 
The Men in Blue have taken part in 13 Sydney Test-Matches so far, managing to win just one and have suffered defeats in five contests. The other remaining matches at this venue between Australia and India have ended in a draw i.e seven draws. 
India won their only Sydney Test-Match way back in January of 1978, where they triumphed over the Kangaroos by a margin of an inning and two runs under the leadership of the legendary Bishan Singh Bedi. This was time when Test Matches used to be of 6 days and there used to be a rest day in between.
Total Tests played in Sydney: 13
Won: 1
Lost: 5
Drawn: 7 
The upcoming 5th Test-Match in Sydney will be must win one for the Jasprit Bumrah-led team if they want to have any hopes of retaining the BGT Trophy. Winning the match in Sydney will also allow them to keep their hopes of qualifying for their third successive WTC Final alive. 
<h2>Playing 11's of both teams for the 5th Test-Match in Sydney</h2>
India (Probable): Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant (WK), Virat Kohli, Nitish Reddy, Washington Sundar, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah (Captain) and Harshit Rana.
Australia: Usman Khawaja, Travis Head, Sam Konstas, Beau Webster, Steven Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Pat Cummins (Captain), Nathan Lyon, Alex Carey (WK), Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland.
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Jasprit Bumrah of India celebrates the wicket of Australia's Usman Khawaja | Image: Getty Images

The Indian Cricket Team have a shameful record in Test-Matches played in Sydney and they haven't won a single match at that venue since 1978. They would be looking to end this winless streak and rewrite history

IND vs AUS: Team India has a shameful record in Sydney, will the winless streak break in the 5th Test?

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India Cricket Team is all set to have massive changes going into the last match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. The Showdown will be taking place at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney, and it surely will be more than just a match for the visitors. 
As per the reports in Indian Express, it is learned that Rohit Sharma is all set to be rested for the final game of the series. The Indian captain has himself opted out of the Sydney Test and conveyed the same to head coach Gautam Gambhir and the chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar. 
Both Agarkar and Gambhir accepted Rohit Sharma's decision and the team will be playing the game without their captain. In his absence, Jasprit Bumrah will be captaining the team and Shubman Gill will be replacing Rohit in the XI and will be batting at No.3 in the last game of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. 
Rohit Sharma opting out of the Sydney Test means that the India captain has played his last game in whites. The reports claimed that he might not be in the scheme of things for the next World Test Championship Cycle, which begins with a tour to England in June-July this year. 
Jasprit Bumrah captained the Indian team in the opening game of the series in Perth and under his leadership team won the match. The reports claimed that Shubman Gill will be batting at No.3 and KL Rahul will open the innings alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal. 
<h2> Prasidh Krishna will be drafted into the XI in place of Akash Deep</h2>
The reports also added that Prasidh Krishna will be drafted into the XI in place of Akash Deep. The latter got injured in the practice session and has been ruled out of the match. It will be a massive opportunity for Krishna to make an impact and help the team draw the series and retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. 
Also, there were reports which stated that Rishabh Pant will be dropped for Dhruv Jurel but Indian Express has confirmed that the Southpaw will be playing the match. He faced a lot of criticism getting out to wild shots in the last two games and would be hoping to silence all his critics.
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India Cricket Team is all set to have massive changes going into the last match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25.

IND vs AUS: Rohit Sharma opts out of Sydney Test, massive updates about Indian XI arrive

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IND vs AUS: The stage is set, and Team India will square off against Australia for the final time in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. The hosts started the series brilliantly with a win over Australia in Perth. But that has been the only good performance for India so far.
After that the visitors are only chasing the momentum while Australia have been very dominant in their performances. Their relentless bowling attack with some game-changing contributions from the batters has helped them to take a 2-1 lead. For India, Jasprit Bumrah has been the shining light throughout the series, who has been the lone survivor for India.
The final test will kick off at 5 AM on Friday at the Sydney Cricket Stadium. India might be bringing in Shubman Gill and Prasidh Krishna in for Rohit Sharma and Akashdeep, and it will be Bumrah who will lead the team. He will also have some big records in front of him to achieve in the fifth and final test at the SCG.
<h2>IND vs AUS: Jasprit Bumrah eyes an all-time BGT record in the fifth and final test at SCG</h2>
Jasprit Bumrah has been superb in this series so far. He has taken a total of 30 wickets in four tests at an average of 12.83 and a strike rate of 28.26. He has taken three fifers and two four-wicket hauls. Meanwhile, the second highest wicket-taker in the series is Pat Cummins with 20 wickets. That tells the difference between Bmrah and the rest of the bowlers.
He has been phenomenal this series. But it is not over yet. The ace Indian pacer will have a couple of big records in front of him to achieve. One of them will be the record for most wickets in a Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Currently, former off-spinner Harbhajan Singh holds this record. He took 30 wickets in three tests during BGT 2000-01.
Bumrah is the only second bowler to take 30 wickets in a BGT trophy in history. He is just three wickets away from breaking Harbhajan's record and adding another milestone to his kitty. Apart from this, Bumrah is also near to breaking the 52-year-old record by Bhagwath Chandrasekhar, who took 35 wickets in a test series against England in 1972-73.
That tally of 35 wickets is the most wickets by an Indian bowler in a test series. Bumrah need six more wickets, and the way he is going, it looks possible that he might break this record as well. Notably, India need this win to retain the BGT trophy and also stay alive in the WTC final race.
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Jasprit Bumrah has taken 30 wickets in the four tests at a record-breaking average of 12.83. He is the leading wicket-taker in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25.

Jasprit Bumrah on the cusp of rewriting history; eyes two all-time bowling records in the final test at SCG

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IND vs AUS: The fifth and final test between India and Australia will begin at 5 AM on January 3. This will be the last chance for Team India to retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and stay in the race for the World Test Championship final. If they lose, they will lose both these great things. Australia are currently trailing 2-1 in the series and will enter the final test as favorites.
India need to find out ways to get runs from their batters and also support Jasprit Bumrah with other bowlers. We might see some changes in the playing XI for the final test. But all in all, it is expected to be a great battle between two powerhouses. Here we will talk about the top three player battles to watch out for in the fifth IND vs AUS test.
<h2>Three Top Player Battlers to watch out for in Fifth IND vs AUS test at SCG</h2>
1. Yashavi Jaiswal vs Mitchell Starc
Indian young opener Yashavi Jaiswal is the leading scorer for India in the ongoing IND vs AUS test series. He has scored 359 runs in four tests at an average of 51.29. Jasiwal scored 82 and 84 in two innings of the fourth test. India will hope he continues his form and scores runs.
If he gets set, he plays big innings; that's where Australia will rely on Mitchell Starc. This has been an exciting battle to watch so far in four tests. Jaiswal loves to take on Starc, and the pacer has had his number a few times. Starc has dismissed Jaiswal four times in tests this year, and Jaiswal scored 107 runs against him.
2. Rohit Sharma &amp; Virat Kohli vs Pat Cummins
The Australian captain, Pat Cummins, is one of the best modern-day bowlers for sure. He is just ahead of the opposition batter and loves to dominate. He played a crucial role in Australia winning the MCG test and won the Player of the Match award.
Meanwhile, for India, runs from Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, as these two have struggled badly. There are questions on their position in the team, and they have this last chance. But Cummins will not make it easy for them. The Australian captain has troubled these two stars many times. Cummins has dismissed Rohit 8 times in tests and dismissed Virat 5 times.
3. Travis Head &amp; Steve Smith vs Jasprit Bumrah
India were able to contain Travis Head in the fourth test, but Steve Smith slammed a brilliant ton. These two have scored two centuries each in the IND vs AUS test and have become a big headache for India. Hence, the visitors will look to go with the plan against them.
That's where Jasprit Bumrah will have a vital role. Bumrah has enjoyed bowling against the best, and these two certainly are. Bumrah has dismissed Head six times in tests, including four in 2024, while Bumrah has dismissed Smith four times in tests, including three times in 2024.
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Australia are leading the ongoing IND vs AUS test series 2-1. The fifth and final test will begin at 5 AM on Friday at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

3 Player Battles to Watch out for in the fifth IND vs AUS Test at the SCG

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India captain Rohit Sharma is all set to be dropped from the playing XI for the final Test of the series against Australia. The match between the two teams will be played on Friday (3rd January) at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney. 
Rohit Sharma, as per the various media reports, won't be featuring in the final match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. This has been quite evident with the way things have been panning out in the practice session a day ahead of the match at the Sydney Cricket Ground. 
India captain also didn't bat much in the nets and came to bat after batters had their sessions. Various media outlets have suggested that Rohit Sharma will be replaced by Shubman Gill, who got the first preference in the nets and was also seen getting a pat on the back by Gautam Gambhir. 
The India head coach, Gautam Gambhir, was also seen having a conversation with Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah, with the fast bowler being actively involved in the conversations with the head coach. This, in all fairness, suggests that fast bowlers will be leading the team. 
But there also has been some section of reports which has stated that Shubman Gill might be leading the team. This is because team management might look at the bigger picture and allow the youngster to take charge of the team. But so far no clarity seems to be there.
<h2>We are going to have a look at the wicket and finalise it tomorrow - Gautam Gambhir on Rohit Sharma </h2>
Even head coach Gautam Gambhir said refused to give any clarity about Rohit Sharma playing the final Test. He said that they would be taking the call after looking at the pitch. While speaking to reporters, he explained: 
"Everything is fine with Rohit and I don't think it's anything traditional. The head coach is here and that should be good enough. We are going to have a look at the wicket and finalise it tomorrow. As I just said we are going to have a look at the wicket and announce our playing XI tomorrow. The answer remains the same.” 
Rohit Sharma has witnessed a massive dip in the form. In the last 15 innings, the India captain has scored only 164 runs in 15 innings at a shocking average of just 10.93, with one half-century score. In the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, he has slammed just 31 runs. It remains to be seen now where will his future be heading.
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India captain Rohit Sharma is all set to be dropped from the playing XI for the final Test of the series against Australia.

IND vs AUS: Rohit Sharma all set to be dropped for last Test; Shubman Gill to lead? Full details

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The Indian Men's National Cricket Team is set to suffer a major setback as it prepares to take on Fierce-Rivals Australia in the 5th &amp; final Test-Match of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. Fresh Reports are emerging that the Men in Blue may lose the services of fast bowler Akash Deep for the crucial Do-or-Die Sydney Test-Match. There are also reports that have emerged recently which have suggested that the Indian team management are considering the place of wicket-keeper batsman Rishabh Pant in the team. 
28-year-old Akash Deep has been dealt a major setback with a possible back injury. According to the news report of the Indian Express, the players is suffering a lot of pain in his back and will most likely miss out on selection from the Sydney Test-Match. On the other hand, some news reports suggest that the Team management is considering replacing Pant with Dhruv Jurel in Sydney. 
The absence of both players at such a crucial time is surely going to prove to be a major setback for the Indian team. Akash is a player who has performed well with both ball &amp; bat and this was pretty evident in the Melbourne Test-Match, where he saved the Rohit Sharma-led outfit from the follow-on threat by getting involved in a crucial 47 run partnership for the final wicket with fellow pacer Jasprit Bumrah.
<h2>Who will be the replacement of Akash Deep? </h2>
The injury to the 28-year-old seamer has halted the Rohit Sharma-led outfit's preparations for the 5th Test-Match in Sydney. The two time WTC Runner's-up now will be forced to rethink and rework their strategies and they also have to take care of vice captain Jasprit Bumrah's workload. 
With Akash Deep likely to sit out of the 5th Test-Match, Harshit Rana is likely to be given yet another opportunity to prove himself in Sydney and he will be looking to perform at his best and help the Indian Team retain the precious BGT Trophy. 
The Indian Think Tank might also consider the possibility of bringing in Prasidh Krishna into the playing 11 in place of Jadeja Or Sundar, but since the surface of the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) is known to provide assistance to the spin bowlers, the Men in Blue will likely go ahead with two spinners. Also Jadeja and Sundar are handy batters so the Indian think tank might no want to hamper their batting at the expense of bringing in an extra bowler.
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Akash Deep of India caused a lot of problems for Steve Smith and Travis Head of Australia in the Gabba Test-Match | Image: Getty Images

Team India have been handed a major setback as Akash Deep is suffering back pain issues is likely to miss the 5th Test-Match in Sydney.