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Following On - Two Tier Test Cricket & What Next For Rohit & Virat?!

Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the reported proposals that Test Cricket could be split into a two-tier system, with more opportunities for the 'Big 3' to play one another. Indian Cricket Writer Subhayan Chakraborty joins the show to reflect on what next for India after their 3-1 series defeat to Australia, and debate what next for both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. ESPNCricinfo's Valkerie Baynes previews the start of next week's Women's Ashes in Australia, and they discuss Sam Konstas' behaviour and where he needs to change after a controversial debut series. Plus, they end the show with the final word!

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    A Jasprit Bumrah-less India were blown away by the Australian batters on day 3 at the SCG who knocked off the 163 to win at 6 an over. India failed to add any meaningful runs to their overnight score.
  • Following On India - Bumrah Injury Secret As Visitors Set Up Final Day

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    Concerns for India as Jasprit Bumrah left the field for a scan on an unknown issue. India dismissed Australia with a lead of 5 on day 2. The visitors went about building their lead navigating the tricky conditions. Rishabh Pant made up for his shot selection at the MCG top scoring with 61. 
  • Following On India - India Battle Against Mine Field Pitch On Day 1 At The SCG

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    Rohit Sharma decided to rest himself for the 5th test. Vice captain Jasprit Bumrah won the toss and decided to bat. The pitch turned out to be full of danger and the Indian batters sustained continuous blows from the Australian bowlers on their way to 185 all out on day one at the SCG. 
  • Following On - The Greatest Boxing Day Test & South Africa Qualify For The WTC Final

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    Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison for the final show of 2024. Cricbuzz writer Bharat Sundarasen joins the show to look back on Australia's dramatic 184-run win over India at the MCG, as they move one step closer to reaching the World Test Championship final. South Africa Head Coach Shukri Conrad also joins the show to reflect on reaching the World Test Championship Final at Lord's in June following a tense two-wicket win over Pakistan. They also dissect England's squad for the Champions Trophy, with Sam Curran, Reece Topley and Will Jacks left out, and they round up the biggest stories in County Cricket, as Adam Hollioake joins Kent as their Head Coach, and as ever, they'll bring you The Final Word
  • Following On India - Australia Take A 2-1 Lead At The MCG

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    Jarrod Kimber and Saurabh Somani discuss the day's play at the MCG. India had been in a prime position to secure the draw but a collection of wickets swung the match violently in Australia’s favour giving the hosts an unassailable lead heading to the 5th test at Sydney.  
  • Following On India - All Four Results Possible After Day 4 At The MCG

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    Jarrod Kimber and Saurabh Somani discuss the day's play at the MCG. Tailenders enjoyed another good day in Melbourne. Australia's 11th wicket partnership faced over 100 balls to see out the day's play. India dropped a couple of catches and were unlucky to beat the bat more than finding the edge.
  • Following On India - Reddy Scores Century As India Fight Back On Day 3 At The MCG

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    Jarrod Kimber and Saurabh Somani discuss the day's play at the MCG. Nitish Kumar Reddy stood up with the bat at number 8 to rescue India scoring a century to narrow the first innings deficit.
  • Following On India - Virat Kohli In The Spotlight On Day 2 At The MCG

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    Jarrod Kimber and Saurabh Somani discuss the day's play at the MCG. Virat Kohli couldn’t avoid the spotlight on day 2. The former India captain was fined and sanctioned for shoving Sam Konstas on day 1 at the MCG. Kohli was also involved in the run out of top scorer Yashasvi Jaiswal before nicking off to Scott Boland.