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Wednesday, January 7, 2026
TopicBorder-Gavaskar Trophy

Topic: Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Jasprit Bumrah continues to remain No. 1 in Test rankings

He was at the top of the bowlers' chart with a career-best rating of 908 in the latest ICC rankings released Wednesday.

There’s a problem in India’s cricketing culture. Border-Gavaskar series loss exposes it

There have been many instances of Australian and English players leaving the IPL midway to prepare for upcoming bilateral Test series. But there is no such culture in Indian cricket.

From his biomechanics & anatomy to hypermobility, what makes Jasprit Bumrah unique

Bumrah’s bowling style has consistently sparked debate among fans, with many accusing him of using an illegal action ‘chucking’. Cricketers, analysts weigh in on his unorthodox style.

India loses to Australia as Border-Gavaskar Test series concludes with 3-1

On day 3 of the fifth match in Sydney, the Pat Cummins-led team dismissed India to secure spot in the World Test Championship scheduled for June this year.

We’ve probably seen Rohit Sharma for last time in Test cricket: Gavaskar, Shastri

Under fire for his poor form and bad captaincy, Sharma chose to sit out the 5th Test against Australia.

Melbourne Test: Australia beat India by 184 runs, lead Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2-1

Brief score: Australia 474 & 234 vs India’s 369 & 155. Set 340 to win on 5th day, India were bowled out after tea while Yashasvi Jaiswal fought a lone battle, scoring 84.

Shoulder bump first, now stare down. New episode in Virat Kohli’s brush with Australia controversies

Incident happened when Kohli, who got out on 36 runs, was caught behind off Scott Boland. As fans were booing & making remarks, he gave them a stern stare before being escorted away.

Ace spinner R. Ashwin retires from international cricket, India’s 2nd highest wicket-taker in Tests

Ashwin announced his immediate retirement after the 3rd Test in ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. He scored 537 wickets in 106 games; Anil Kumble took 619.

India-Australia 3rd Test in Brisbane ends in draw. Border-Gavaskar series tied 1-1

The rain-interrupted match was abandoned on Day 5 when India were at the crease with 8/0 in their chase of 275 runs. The next Test is in Melbourne.

Commentator Isa Guha apologises on air after controversy over ‘Most Valuable Primate’ tag for Bumrah

After her remark sparked outrage, she said her comment was only meant to highlight Bumrah's talent, adding that she used a word 'that can be perceived in multiple ways'.

On Camera

A 2-hour op, precise extradition—what Maduro’s capture tells us about modern US military

Despite multiple agencies being involved, the US could maintain a clear chain of command. This is something India should consider too, as it defines the theatre command structures.

Trump threatens India with fresh tariffs on Russian oil, calls PM Modi a ‘good guy’

The latest comment comes as New Delhi and Washington have yet to sign a trade agreement. India’s purchase of Russian oil has reduced, but Moscow remains top source for crude.

S-300, Su-30 jets, T-72 tanks: Inventory of Venezuela’s largely Russian-origin arsenal

Venezuela also boasts of a diverse portfolio of unmanned aerial vehicles capable of carrying out surveillance, reconnaissance and being employed for kinetic purposes as well.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.