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Mint
3 hours ago
- Sport
- Mint
Pat Cummins' Australia denied access to Lord's two days before WTC final over India training — what is the controversy?
Australia and South Africa are all set to lock horns in the finals of the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-2025, which will begin on 11 June. With the clock ticking on the final clash, a controversy erupted when the Pat Cummins-led side was not permitted to train at Lord's on Saturday, reported FoxCricket. According to the report, Australia are in London to play for the WTC title but were booted from their planned training session at Lord's. The reason? The Indian cricket team was granted access to the hallowed ground instead. Though India failed to qualify for the WTC race back in January, they managed to muscle their way into the Lord's on Saturday and the Australian players had to look for alternative facilities. As Lord's was reportedly unavailable for the Australians, Josh Hazlewood, Marnus Labuschagne and Cameron Green were forced to make a three-hour round trip to Beckenham in South London to train. The Indian cricket team won't play at Lord's until 10 July. However, giving them a full session at the venue has ignited a controversy. Some even pointed out India's influence on the world's cricket. India will be playing a 5-match Test series with England, beginning 20 June and concluding on 27 July. India will be led by Shubman Gill this time as Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Ravichandran Ashwin have announced their retirement. Rishabh Pant has been announced as India's vice-captain. Meanwhile, Australian skipper Pat Cummins did not make it a big deal, but during the press conference on Monday, he wished for better treatment at the Lord's. The Lord's, considered to be a Mecca of cricket, is where Australia and South Africa will clash for the WTC 2024-25 finals. 'There's no one around, which is great. I'm sure it will be much more civil this time around. Things got pretty heated in the middle of that Ashes series, but I think a lot of them will have learned their lesson and I'm sure they'll be very polite,' Cummins said while speaking to FoxSports.
Mint
7 hours ago
- Sport
- Mint
Pat Cummins-led Australia denied training access at Lord's two days before WTC final – Here's why
Amid Australia and South Africa all set to lock horns for the finals of the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-2025 cycle, a controversy has erupted where Pat Cummins-led side was not permitted to train at Lord's on Saturday, reported FoxCricket. According to the report, Australia are in London to play for the WTC title, but were booted from their planned training session at Lord's. Reason being, the Indian Cricket Team was granted access to the hallowed ground instead. Though India failed to qualify for the WTC race back in January, they managed to muscle their way into the Lord's on Saturday and the Australian players had to look for alternative facilities. As Lord's was reportedly unavailable for the Australians, Josh Hazlewood, Marnus Labuschagne and Cameron Green were forced into a three-hour round trip to Beckenham in South London to train. The Indian cricket team won't play at Lord's until 10 July. However, giving them a full session at the venue has ignited a controversy. Some even pointed out India's influence on the World's cricket. India will be playing a 5-match Test series with England, beginning 20 June and concluding on 27 July. India will be led by Shubman Gill this time as Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Ravichandran Ashwin have announced their retirement. Rishabh Pant has been announced as India's vice-captain. Meanwhile, Australian skipper Pat Cummins did not make it a big deal, but during the press conference on Monday, he wished for better treatment this time around at the Lord's. The Lord's, considered to be a Mecca of cricket, is where Australia and South Africa will clash for the WTC 2024-25 finals. 'There's no one around, which is great. I'm sure it will be much more civil this time around. Things got pretty heated in the middle of that Ashes series, but I think a lot of them will have learned their lesson and I'm sure they'll be very polite,' Cummins said while speaking to FoxSports. The Australian cricket team are looking to win consecutive WTC titles under the leadership of Pat Cummins, while South Africa have eyes set on their first major ICC trophy since 1998.
NDTV
11 hours ago
- Sport
- NDTV
With Indian Team Training At Lord's, Australia Denied Access Ahead Of WTC Final: Report
The Australian cricket team was denied training access at Lord's for the WTC final. The Indian team reportedly trained at Lord's while the Australians were denied permission. Australia's WTC final starts on June 11, while India's first Test is on June 20. The Australian cricket team camp suffered a blow in their training plans for the ICC World Test Championship final against South Africa, after the team was reportedly denied permission to train at Lord's Cricket Ground. A report claimed that the Australian team was told that the training ground at Lord's, the venue for the WTC final starting June 11, wasn't available. While the exact reason behind the rejection that Pat Cummins and his men faced isn't known, it has also been reported that the members of the Indian team, in England for a 5-match Test series, were training at the same venue. A report in Fox Cricket has claimed that the Indian team was given the permission to train at Lord's "at the expense of the Australian team". The report also highlighted that while the WTC final starts on June 11, the Indian team doesn't play its first Test against England until June 20. In fact, India's Test against England at Lord's is the third match of the series, and will start on July 10. After being denied access initially, Australian players finally had the opportunity to test themselves at the venue on Sunday. Australia captain Pat Cummins later spoke about his team's preparations, plans, and the abuse they constantly get whenever playing at Lord's. "I think this is the best version of the stadium this morning," he said. "There's no one around, which is great. I'm sure it will be much more civil this time around. "Things got pretty heated in the middle of that Ashes series, but I think a lot of them will have learned their lesson and I'm sure they'll be very polite." Pat Cummins will be the man leading Australia's bowling attack against South Africa in the WTC final, with the likes of Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, and Nathan Lyon accompanying him. All-rounder Cameron Green is expected to be 4th seam-bowling option for the men from Down Under.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma's top 5 interesting facts that would make you emotional and giggle; We bet 'Number 3' will SHOCK you!
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma , the ultimate power couple, have been the beloved duo whose slightest gestures are gushed over by the fans. From remembering the dialogues to lauding the loudest at the triumphs in the stadium, the duo has the presence that everyone wishes for! The unwavering support during the tumultuous tides has been idealised over the years, and oftentimes, they keep proving why they're simply the best. Let's take a look at the interesting facts of Virat and Anushka that might make you ponder, and well, giggle at how adorable the actions are. When Virat Kohli joked about Anushka Sharma's height, and it backfired… During the famous ad shoot, Virat was anxious about filming and the gorgeous Anushka Sharma. So, he asked her something which would've almost made the deal fall through. In an interview with the American Sports Journalist Graham Bensinger, Kohli said, 'I was standing there, super nervous. I had no idea how to break the ice, so I said something silly. I looked at her and said, 'Couldn't you have worn higher heels?' Hoping it would be funny.' In the context of Anushka being tall and looking taller than him with the high heels, Virat thought of making a silly joke. Well, it backfired. 'But she just gave me a look and said, 'Excuse me?' I immediately realised I had messed up and tried to laugh it off. Inside, I felt like a complete idiot,' Kohli stated while recalling the incident. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Want Lower Bills Without Changing a Thing? elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Learn More Undo When Virat Kohli requested the coach, Ravi Shastri, to allow Anushka Sharma to accompany him… Recalling the incident during a conversation with Fox Cricket, Ravi Shastri said that when he was the Director of Cricket during the 2014-2015 Australia Tour, Virat Kohli courageously asked for his permission for Anushka's presence. During that time, BCCI's policy only allowed the wives of the cricketers to accompany them on overseas tours, not their girlfriends. Well, the 'King Kohli' certainly roared in the match by scoring 160 runs in the Boxing Day Test at Melbourne, after Shashtri ensured that Anushka could travel with Virat. When Virat Kohli's name was 'Rahul' during their wedding in Italy… In an interview with Vogue, Anushka Sharma revealed the details of her wedding with Virat Kohli in Tuscany, Italy. Recalling the event, the actress stated that she wanted to marry Virat and not have a huge ceremony. Only 42 people attended the wedding in Italy, including their close friends and family. Well, the couple indeed has a huge following, and the names can easily be recognisable or searched by putting mere initials on the internet. To combat any problems due to the leak of identities, they changed their names. She said, 'We even used fake names while talking to the caterer; I think Virat's (name) was Rahul.' When Virat Kohli was teary-eyed while talking to Anushka Sharma… After a two-year drought, Virat Kohli scored a century in international cricket. While he was approaching the 100 runs, at 94, he realised how close he was to something he had longed for a while. While he cracked in laughter after scoring the century, citing that he had been mentally worn down for this! However, despite the initial reaction, he was teary-eyed while speaking to Anushka Sharma about it. The two have shared their weights of ups and downs, and after it hit him what he had achieved. 'When I spoke to Anushka, I was in tears,' he asserted in an interview with Jatin Sapru. When Dr. Nene confirmed that Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma will raise their children in London… Madhuri Dixit's husband, Dr. Sriram Nene, confirmed that Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma want to raise their children far from fame and overwhelming success. During a conversation with YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, Nene affirmed that the 'IT Couple' is considering relocating to London. 'They were thinking about moving to London because they couldn't enjoy their success (here),' Nene stated. As celebrities in India, Kohli and Sharma are in a constant state of attention. The recent controversy with Avneet Kaur The internet exploded with memes, speculations, and confrontational statements when they saw Virat Kohli's official Instagram account's 'like' on one of the images of Avneet Kaur that was posted by her fan account. Citing that it might've been an algorithmic error, Virat clarified that the image was 'mistakenly liked.' 'I'd like to clarify that while clearing my feed, it appears the algorithm may have mistakenly registered an interaction. There was absolutely no intent behind it. I request that no unnecessary assumptions be made. Thank you for your understanding,' he said in the official statement.
Yahoo
30-01-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
‘Smiling down': Spin star's ultimate Warne tribute
Bowling a marathon Ashes spell in the shadows of the Shane Warne stand at the MCG, and taking four wickets, was just about the perfect scenario for star Australian leg-spinner Alana King who paid tribute to the late great spin king in the most fitting of ways. King took 4-45 off a marathon 23 overs, which was only broken by the dinner break, bowling in front of the stand for the first time since it was named in Warne's honour. She spun the English out of sorts yet again, her spell propelling Australia closer to what would be a historic-first Ashes whitewash. King has documented her idolisation of 'The King' throughout her dominant series and again hoped he was watching her 'ripping past the outside edge' with pride. 'I think bowling from the Shane Warne Stand end, it's the first time playing here since the stand has been named after him,' she said. 'It's pretty nostalgic, he's obviously taken plenty of poles at the MCG for fun. All I can say is hopefully he's smiling down, having a couple of beers enjoying a few ripping past the outside edge.' Alana King takes her fourth wicket and it's the big wicket of Sciver-Brunt from 51!📺 WATCH #Ashes on Ch. 501 or stream via Kayo LIVE BLOG MATCH CENTRE — Fox Cricket (@FoxCricket) January 30, 2025 King hit a rhythm early in her spell, shown in a merely unplayable over to England's Sophia Dunkley. Aussie captain Alyssa Healy was looking to break up King's overs but had no luck prying the ball out of leg-spinner's hands. 'She (Healy) tried to get the ball out of my hand at stages but I am like 'no, I am in a really good rhythm, Midge, I am still happy to go',' King said. '(Healy) was like 'are you OK?' And I was like 'don't try and take the ball out of my hand, it's coming out really nicely'. 'I was there to do the job for the team, which was tie up one end, I am glad I could – I think our bowlers did a really good job for day one of Test cricket.' King said she had always seen spin on the MCG wicket but was surprised to see it deviating as much on day one. She hoped to sit back and watch the batters 'masterclass' on day two before getting the ball back in her hands later on in the Test. 'I have spoken about it before, it has been fizzing out of my hand nicely and I think the beauty of Test cricket is that you can do it for a long time,' she said. 'You're not restricted to four or 10 overs, so when I get into a nice rhythm it's really hard for me to go away from what I do well and that's challenge both sides of the bat. 'The best thing about Test cricket is that you can do it for a long time, you don't have to change your plans all too regularly or quickly. 'Whenever I have bowled here I have always extracted a bit of spin, to do it on day one I was a bit surprised, but I am not complaining. 'It might stay the same for the next three days, I am not sure, hopefully I can put my feet up and enjoy tomorrow's batting masterclass.' Australia resumed 1-56 just 114 in arrears of England's first innings total.
