The San Francisco 49ers claimed running back Israel Abanikanda off waivers from the New York Jets on Tuesday, one day after placing running backs Christian McCaffrey and Jordan Mason on injured reserve. The Jets released Abanikanda on Monday after adding Kene Nwangwu to the active roster. Nwagwu had been a practice-squad elevation for the Jets last Sunday against Seattle and returned a kickoff for a touchdown in the game. Abanikanda, 22, was a fifth-round draft pick by the Jets in 2023. After running 22 times for 70 yards and catching seven passes for 43 yards in six appearances as a rookie, Abanikanda did not play a regular-season game for New York in 2024, buried on the depth chart behind Breece Hall and others. When the Niners placed McCaffrey and Mason on IR, rookie Isaac Guerendo was left as the only healthy running back on their active roster. In Sunday night's loss at the Buffalo Bills, McCaffrey left the field in pain in the second quarter and was diagnosed with a posterior cruciate ligament injury in his right knee. Mason also suffered a high ankle sprain in the game. McCaffrey was playing in just his fourth game of the season after missing the first eight because of Achilles tendinitis in both legs. He was the NFL Offensive Player of the Year last season, when he led the league with 2,023 yards from scrimmage: a league-leading 1,459 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns plus 67 catches for 564 yards and seven scores. Mason is the leading rusher for San Francisco (5-7) this season with 789 yards and three touchdowns on 153 carries. It was his third season in the league. --Field Level MediaWILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — Attorneys for Fox Corp. asked a Delaware judge Friday to dismiss a shareholder lawsuit seeking to hold current and former company officials personally liable for the financial fallout stemming from Fox News reports regarding alleged vote rigging in the 2020 election. Five New York City public employee pension funds, along with Oregon’s public employee retirement fund, allege that former chairman Rupert Murdoch and other Fox Corp. leaders deliberately turned a blind eye to liability risks posed by reporting false claims of vote rigging by election technology companies Dominion Voting Systems and Smartmatic USA. Smartmatic is suing Fox News for defamation in New York, alleging damages of $2.7 billion. It recently settled a lawsuit in the District of Columbia against One America News Network, another conservative outlet, over reports of vote fraud. Dominion also filed several defamation lawsuits against those who spread conspiracy theories blaming its election equipment for Donald Trump’s loss in 2020. Last year, Fox News settled a defamation lawsuit filed by Dominion in Delaware for $787 million. The shareholder plaintiffs also allege that Fox corporate leaders ignored “red flags” about liability arising from a 2017 report suggesting that Seth Rich, a Democratic National Committee staffer, may have been killed because he had leaked Democratic party emails to Wikileaks during the 2016 presidential campaign. Rich, 27, was shot in 2016 in Washington, D.C., in what authorities have said was an attempted robbery. Fox News retracted the Seth Rich story a week after its initial broadcast, but Rich’s parents sued the network for falsely portraying their son as a criminal and traitor. Fox News settled the lawsuit in 2020 for “millions of dollars,” shortly before program hosts Lou Dobbs and Sean Hannity were to be deposed, according to the shareholder lawsuit. Joel Friedlander, an attorney for the institutional shareholders, argued that Fox officials waited until the company’s reporting about Rich became a national scandal before addressing the issue. Similarly, according to the shareholders, corporate officials, including Rupert Murdoch and his son, CEO Lachlan Murdoch, allowed Fox News to continue broadcasting false narratives about the 2020 election, despite internal communications suggesting that they knew there was no evidence to support the conspiracy theories. “The Murdochs could have minimized future monetary exposure, but they chose not to,” Friedlander said. Instead, he argued, they engaged in “bad-faith decision making” with other defendants in a profit-driven effort to retain viewers and remain in Trump’s good graces. “Decisions were made at the highest level to promote pro-Trump conspiracy theories without editorial control,” Friedlander said. Defense attorneys argue that the case should be dismissed because the plaintiffs filed their lawsuit without first demanding that the Fox Corp. board take action, as required under Delaware law. They say the plaintiffs also failed to demonstrate that a pre-suit demand on the Fox board would have been futile because at least half of the directors face a substantial likelihood of liability or are not independent of someone who does. Beyond the “demand futility” issue, defense attorneys also argue that allegations that Fox officials breached their fiduciary duties fail to meet the pleading standards under Delaware and therefore should be dismissed. Defense attorney William Savitt argued, for example, that neither the Rich settlement, which he described as “immaterial,” nor the allegedly defamatory statements about Dominion and Smartmatic constitute red flags putting directors on notice about the risk of defamation liability. Nor do they demonstrate that directors acted in bad faith or that Fox “utterly failed” to implement and monitor a system to report and mitigate legal risks, including defamation liability risk, according to the defendants. Savitt noted that the Rich article was promptly retracted, and that the settlement included no admission of liability. The Dominion and Smartmatic statements, meanwhile, gave rise themselves to the currently liability issues and therefore can not serve as red flags about future liability risks, according to the defendants. “A ‘red flag’ must be what the term commonly implies — warning of a risk of a liability-causing event that allows the directors to take action to avert the event, not notice that a liability-causing event has already occurred,” defense attorneys wrote in their motion to dismiss. Defense attorneys also say there are no factual allegations to support claims that Fox officials condoned illegal conduct in pursuit of corporate profits, or that they deliberately ignored their oversight responsibilities. They note that a “bad outcome” is not sufficient to demonstrate “bad faith.” Vice Chancellor J. Travis Laster is expected to rule within 90 days.
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Major stock indexes on Wall Street drifted to a mixed finish Friday, capping a rare bumpy week for the market. The S&P 500 ended essentially flat, down less than 0.1%, after wavering between tiny gains and losses most of the day. The benchmark index posted a loss for the week, its first after three straight weekly gains. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 0.2%, while the Nasdaq composite rose 0.1%, ending just below the record high it set on Wednesday. There were more than twice as many decliners than gainers on the New York Stock Exchange. Gains in technology stocks helped temper losses in communication services, financials and other sectors of the market. Broadcom surged 24.4% for the biggest gain in the S&P 500 after the semiconductor company beat Wall Street’s profit targets and gave a glowing forecast, highlighting its artificial intelligence products. The company also raised its dividend. The company's big gain helped cushion the market's broader fall. Pricey stock values for technology companies like Broadcom give the sector more weight in pushing the market higher or lower. Artificial intelligence technology has been a focal point for the technology sector and the overall stock market over the last year. Tech companies, and Wall Street, expect demand for AI to continue driving growth for semiconductor and other technology companies. Some tech stocks were a drag on the market. Nvidia fell 2.2%, Meta Platforms dropped 1.7% and Google parent Alphabet slid 1.1%. Among the market's other decliners were Airbnb, which fell 4.7% for the biggest loss in the S&P 500, and Charles Schwab, which closed 4% lower. Furniture and housewares company RH, formerly known as Restoration Hardware, surged 17% after raising its forecast for revenue growth for the year. All told, the S&P 500 lost 0.16 points to close at 6,051.09. The Dow dropped 86.06 points to 43,828.06. The Nasdaq rose 23.88 points to 19,926.72. Wall Street's rally stalled this week amid mixed economic reports and ahead of the Federal Reserve's last meeting of the year. The central bank will meet next week and is widely expected to cut interest rates for a third time since September. Expectations of a series of rate cuts has driven the S&P 500 to 57 all-time highs so far this year . The Fed has been lowering its benchmark interest rate following an aggressive rate hiking policy that was meant to tame inflation. It raised rates from near-zero in early 2022 to a two-decade high by the middle of 2023. Inflation eased under pressure from higher interest rates, nearly to the central bank's 2% target. The economy, including consumer spending and employment, held strong despite the squeeze from inflation and high borrowing costs. A slowing job market, though, has helped push a long-awaited reversal of the Fed's policy. Inflation rates have been warming up slightly over the last few months. A report on consumer prices this week showed an increase to 2.7% in November from 2.6% in October. The Fed's preferred measure of inflation, the personal consumption expenditures index, will be released next week. Wall Street expects it to show a 2.5% rise in November, up from 2.3% in October. The economy, though, remains solid heading into 2025 as consumers continue spending and employment remains healthy, said Gregory Daco, chief economist at EY. “Still, the outlook is clouded by unusually high uncertainty surrounding regulatory, immigration, trade and tax policy,” he said. Treasury yields edged higher. The yield on the 10-year Treasury rose to 4.40% from 4.34% late Thursday. European markets slipped. Britain's FTSE 100 fell 0.1%. Britain’s economy unexpectedly shrank by 0.1% month-on-month in October, following a 0.1% decline in September, according to data from the Office for National Statistics. Asian markets closed mostly lower.1 2 Nagpur: The world-class Samvidhan Park , under construction at Nagpur University 's Babasaheb Ambedkar College of Law on Amravati Road, remains incomplete even after eight years. Not only is the Rs10 crore project in limbo, but the completed portion is also in a sorry state of affairs. The completed replicas of the Supreme Court and Parliament, along with a 7.5 ft statue of Babasaheb Ambedkar, an amphitheatre, and murals, are gathering dust. The statue has been wrapped to protect it from the elements, but the surrounding area has become filthy due to improper maintenance. The final work on an aesthetic gate and compound wall has been dragging on for the last year. The country's first Samvidhan Park, or Constitution Preamble Park , was planned on the 125th birth anniversary of Babasaheb Ambedkar in 2016, and bhoomipuja was performed by then guardian minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on the occasion of Constitution Day in 2019. Although no deadline was set to complete the project, it was assumed that the park would be open to the public while commemorating Babasaheb's next birth anniversary or on Constitution Day, whichever was earlier. Due to a lack of funds, permissions, and coordination between multiple govt agencies and NU officials, the project was delayed. The social welfare department funded around Rs2 crore, while social worker Girish Gandhi, former Mayor Anil Sole, and former MP Ajay Sancheti, Prakash Gajibhiye contributed Rs5 lakh each for the project. NU was also expected to contribute Rs2 crore. Girish Gandhi, President of the Samvidhan Prastavika Park Samiti, admitted that despite their best efforts, the project remains incomplete. "We regret the delay. We had hoped it would be ready before Ambedkar Jayanti in April, but it couldn't happen. Right now, there are a couple of necessary permissions which have stalled the work," he said. Former Registrar Puran Meshram, who is also a samiti member, said the plan was to inaugurate it this Constitution Day on Tuesday. "It is a unique project in the country. If the gate work had not been obstructed by the previous VC, the project would be complete today," he said. Prashant Bokhare, acting VC of NU, said Rs2 crore was already paid to PWD for the construction after he assumed charge. "A meeting would be convened with PWD to find the cause of the delay on December 4, and a deadline would also be fixed," he said.
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NFL odds, Week 13 lines, ATS predictions, game picks, times, tips: Model simulates each game 10,000 timesIND vs AUS Live Score: Toss coming up soon in Brisbane Adelaide Test, we didn't do well but the series is still 1-1. We will treat it as a three-match Test series and if we win this one, we will have advantage going into Melbourne and Sydney. Walking into the stadium after 2021 with the team, definitely it felt very nostalgic. Border-Gavaskar Trophy Live Score: Sunil Gavaskar explains what can take the load off Jasprit Bumrah The current Test team, according to legendary Indian batsman Sunil Gavaskar, is mostly dependent on fast bowling star Jasprit Bumrah to lead the bowling assault. With 12 wickets from two games, Bumrah is now the most prolific wicket-taker in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. However, Bumrah hasn't had much help from the other Indian fast bowlers; Nitish Kumar Reddy and Harshit Rana have each claimed five and two wickets, while Mohammed Siraj has taken nine. "Yes, to a great extent. You've got to say that. Mohammed Siraj is a good foil, but he has to start getting five wickets in an innings. Otherwise, the load is being picked up mainly by Jasprit Bumrah. India vs Australia Live Score: Brisbane Weather Report - Will rain impact the match? The much-anticipated third Test between Australia and India at the Gabba in Brisbane, starting Saturday, faces significant uncertainty as weather forecasts predict frequent rain interruptions in the opening days of the match. With the series tied at 1-1, the weather could heavily influence the outcome of the pivotal clash. According to AccuWeather, the first day carries an 88% chance of thunderstorms, with conditions expected to remain humid and overcast. Sunday and Monday also feature high probabilities of rain, at 58% and 60% respectively, with occasional showers anticipated in the mornings. Tuesday, the fourth day, offers no respite with a 55% chance of rain. IND vs AUS 3rd Test, Live Score: 'This generation doesn't think about who's bowling' The last time India played a Test at the Gabba, Shubman Gill made 91 in the second innings as the Ajinkya Rahane-led team chased down a 328-run target with Rishabh Pant hitting an unbeaten 89. That was Gill's third Test and since then he has more than cemented his place in the Indian playing XI, preferably at the number three spot. Addressing the pre-match press conference on Friday on the eve of the third Test in Brisbane, Gill said that he felt very nostalgic when he and his teammates came to the venue again after 2021. Regarding the wicket, Gill said that the Indians will get to know once they play, adding that it looked like a good wicket. Border-Gavaskar Trophy Live Score: Numbers Game - India vs Australia India vs Australia Live Score: 'Boss, you are the king': Sunil Joshi says let Rishabh Pant be Rishabh Pant He came down the track first ball in his knock at Adelaide to smash Scott Boland for a four. Not too long after that, he went down on his knee and almost fell, but not before executing an adventurous scoop to fine-leg for a four. And had the courage to repeat the same shot over for another boundary. That's Rishabh Pant and his fearless character, which is what the Indian batters need to show in Gabba, feels former chief selector and India spinner Sunil Joshi. In less than 24 hours, Pant will breathe the familiar Brisbane air from three seasons ago, when his epic 89 not out led India's historic win -- something no other Test team could do for more than three decades; that's beating Australia at the Gabba. While Pant's innovative shot-making is not a secret, it was still surprising to see someone batting in a manner that Test cricket is not accustomed to, and at a time when India needed a big partnership to repair the innings. But that's how Virender Sehwag played, less adventurous than Pant but against the new ball as an opener, and nobody complained because he won India matches on his own. IND vs AUS Live Score: 'Show strong character': Former chief selector Sunil Joshi's message to Team India batters Four of India's three innings so far in the two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia folded up for less than 200. If it wasn't for Jasprit Bumrah's brilliance in Perth, the visitors could have been 2-nil down and staring down the barrel. But the series remains evenly poised at 1-1, with a battle at the Gabba next on the BGT roster. Things have looked up for Australia since the 295-run mauling they got in Perth. The hosts turned the series on its 'Head' with an equally dominating 10-wicket win inside three days of the pink-ball Test in Adelaide, leaving India to find answers to their batting woes and inconsistent support for Bumrah. On that note, chief coach Gautam Gambhir and his assistants have been scratching their heads over the past five days on various counts. Should Rohit Sharma be brought back up to open? The need for batters to stitch significant partnerships. How to create room in the eleven for another specialist pacer? Should Ashwin be the choice of spinner or Washington Sundar, maybe Ravidra Jadeja? Border-Gavaskar Trophy Live Score: 'Everyone's here to write articles': Marnus Labuschagne hits back at David Warner Australian top-order batter Marnus Labuschagne has fired back at David Warner’s criticism, which questioned his return to form during the second Adelaide Test. The Australia no.3 Labuschagne asked the former opener to review his claim about how often he gets caught at gully. Labuschagne ended a lean patch with a confident 64 in Australia’s ten-wicket victory in the day-night Test against India. However, Warner remained unconvinced, pointing to Labuschagne’s dismissal off Nitish Kumar Reddy, caught at gully, as indicative of a recurring flaw in his techinique. "I’m still not convinced with Marnus. I don’t think that was anywhere near what we know he’s capable of. He might have got a couple out of the middle, got a couple of freebies, batted well that night to get through but they bowled poorly. India vs Australia Live Score: 'Jasprit Bumrah is a combination of legendary pacers...' Former Australia cricketer Greg Chappell, who formerly coached India, thinks Jasprit Bumrah combines the finest qualities of the great pacers Andy Roberts and Dennis Lillee. Bumrah is currently the only player preventing Australia from winning the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, he said. "I have always said that Dennis Lillee and Andy Roberts were the most complete fast bowlers that I faced. How does Bumrah, with his unorthodox action and masterful control, measure against these two and the other titans of modern fast bowling? "Bumrah, though less overtly combative, channels Lillee's ability to unsettle batsmen. His deadly yorkers and disconcerting bounce - especially with his unorthodox release point and trajectory - echo Lillee's capacity to dictate terms. Bumrah's quiet intensity and precision make him a nightmare, much like Lillee's unrelenting aggression. IND vs AUS Live Score: Analysing Team India's downfall in last five Tests Team India's Test cricket performance has taken a nosedive. After a hot start to 2024, they've stumbled badly. Four losses in their last five matches, including a 0-3 whitewash against New Zealand at home, have dropped them to third in the World Test Championship standings. Poor batting and inconsistent bowling are the main culprits. Let’s dive into the numbers behind India's recent struggles, comparing their current form to the dominant run earlier in the year. India started 2024 like a house on fire, winning seven of their first eight Test matches. This put them at the top of the World Test Championship table. However, their form has drastically dipped. This slump has jeopardised India's chance for a third consecutive WTC final appearance. As a batting group, we are looking to post a big total first up. That's been the key discussion and every batter has his own game plan. I still have the freedom as a batter. One of the challenges is whether you can play the game you want to play, irrespective of what's happening at the other end and irrespective of scorecard. I faltered in the first innings because of what happened at the other end and I take that upon myself. And there was a period when I didn't face much -- may be one ball in four overs and then when I faced a delivery I missed a completely fuller ball. These are challenges you face. You might not face a ball for four overs or you might end up facing 18 balls on the trot. Border-Gavaskar Trophy Live Score: Shubman Gill hands Pat Cummins a reality check: 'Not aware what success he is talking about' India batter Shubman Gill responded to Pat Cummins after the Australian skipper talked about his approach of using the short ball tactic that had brought them success in Adelaide. "Yeah, potentially. It worked out in the Adelaide Test. It's always in the back of your mind as a bit of a plan B," Cummins told the media in his pre-match press meet. "If it's something really uncomfortable, you're likely to take a look at it and come to a plan A. It worked in Adelaide, so I'm sure we'll give it a shot at some point (in the third Test)," he added. However, Gill brushed off Cummins' suggestion and questioned its effectiveness against top-order players like himself. He remains unfazed and confident in his ability to handle such tactics. Subscribe to our newsletter and get all the stories that matter delivered to your inbox India vs Australia Live Score: How India vs Australia 3rd Test could alter World Test Championship The third Border-Gavaskar Test, a crucial match between India and Australia, begins Saturday at the Gabba. With the series tied at 1-1, the Brisbane Test will likely determine the series victor and the final World Test Championship standings. India's Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will face a challenging Australian team determined to win. The Gabba pitch is known for its challenging nature. India's hopes rest partly on Australia's batting vulnerability, which could lead to a collapse if Travis Head's aggressive batting falters. India's bowling strength lies with Jasprit Bumrah, whose performance has overshadowed other bowlers in the series. IND vs AUS 3rd Test, Live Score: Exclusive | The unheard story of India's Gabba glory Three years ago, around this time in January, India did the unthinkable — they stormed the "fortress", popularly known as "The Gabba", a bastion that had stood unyielding for over three decades. The Australians, guardians of this impregnable citadel, could never have fathomed in their wildest dreams that they would be handed a humiliation so brutal, it birthed the iconic headline, "Toota Gabba ka ghamand" ('The pride of Gabba is broken'). As Rishabh Pant dispatched the winning runs off Josh Hazlewood, there was another warrior at the other end — Navdeep Saini. From what could only be described as the best seat in the house, he saw history being made and "ghamand" broken. But this victory didn’t come without its price. Saini, already battling a groin injury, had been running on sheer willpower. While his sprint was rendered unnecessary as Pant's shot kissed the boundary ropes, with players running in from the dugout to embrace in ecstasy, Saini, in an exclusive interview with TimesofIndia.com, revealed that the Gabba win was like a magical cure after all, healing all his suffering from groin pain, tapes and painkillers. Border-Gavaskar Trophy Live Score: Shubman Gill's Test Record India vs Australia Live Score: Captain Pat Cummins on the eve of the Brisbane Test "Yeah, potentially. It worked out in the Adelaide Test. It's always in the back of your mind as a bit of a plan B. If it's something really uncomfortable, you're likely to take a look at it and come to a plan A. It worked in Adelaide, so I'm sure we'll give it a shot at some point (in the third Test). Yeah, that's right. The professional players that we are, obviously, we'll be ready for it. The guys always relish who they come up against, whatever the conditions are. Look, going to India and seeing a spinning wicket...for someone like Smithy (Steve Smith), he loves that challenge where it is really difficult to bat on. Those conversations, they're always up for it and exciting for the next round." - Australia captain Pat Cummins IND vs AUS 3rd Test, Live Score: Steve Smith's epic praise for Virat Kohli in 'Hindi', calls him... The India-Australia rivalry brings no dull moment for the cricket fans, as the sledging and verbal volleys between the players on the ground add a spark to it. But what is seen on the field is not off it, as star Aussie batter Steve Smith opens up about his camaraderie with Virat Kohli. Smith praised Kohli's competitive mindset and likened him to Australian cricketers, emphasising his aggressive approach, readiness to take on challenges and ability to dominate under pressure. "We get along very well. We often share messages, and he is fantastic and a wonderful player. I think Virat Kohli is Australian in his mindset and work. The way he enters a battle, accepts challenges, and dominates his position. So, among Indian players, he is probably the most Australian," Smith said on Star Sports. Dominant wins by both teams in the first two Tests, coupled with inconsistent performances from some of their star batters, leave no clear favourite for the third match of the five-Test Border-Gavaskar series, set to begin on Saturday in Brisbane. Border-Gavaskar Trophy Live Score: With two Tests left in 2024, Australia battle to avoid historic low Australia's batting line-up faces a significant challenge in the remaining two Tests of the year: they need to score centuries to avoid recording their lowest century tally this century. The team has only two Tests left in 2024 to improve their century count. Captain Pat Cummins remains optimistic, expressing confidence in strong performances from Steve Smith and Usman Khawaja in the upcoming Brisbane Test, starting on Saturday. Both Smith and Khawaja are experiencing their longest stretches without a century. Smith’s drought has extended to 24 innings, while Khawaja’s has reached 27 innings. Their most recent centuries were during the 2023 Ashes. India vs Australia Live Score: Virat Kohli poised for another milestone in Brisbane Test Virat Kohli is on the verge of achieving another significant milestone in Australia. He needs 25 more runs in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy to reach 1500 Test runs in the country. This would make him only the second Indian, after Sachin Tendulkar, to reach this landmark. Kohli currently has 1475 Test runs in Australia. He is just short of the 1500-run mark. Tendulkar holds the Indian record with 1809 runs. Kohli would need another 334 runs to surpass Tendulkar's record. Kohli has an impressive seven Test centuries in Australia. This places him second only to Jack Hobbs, who scored nine centuries as a visiting batter. Kohli's average in Australia stands at 52.67, with a high score of 169. The third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Gabba presents a significant challenge for both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli as Rohit and Virat's first-innings averages in the 2024-25 season are a concerning 6.88 and 10, respectively. IND vs AUS 3rd Test, Live Score: The Stakes at the Gabba The Gabba Test is more than just another match; it could be a series decider with implications for the World Test Championship race. The venue, known for its bouncy pitches, has historically favored aggressive cricket. For India, victory would underline their resilience and strengthen their position in the championship. For Australia, it’s an opportunity to assert dominance and avenge past defeats. The psychological edge gained from a win here could shape future contests between these two teams. With both sides grappling with form and conditions, the stage is set for a thrilling showdown. Border-Gavaskar Trophy Live Score: Australia’s Fragile Batting Lineup Australia’s batting has mirrored India’s fragility, with only Travis Head showing consistent aggression. Head’s counterattacking style has often put pressure on Indian bowlers, making him a key wicket. Steve Smith’s struggle with straight-line bowling and Labuschagne’s patchy form are concerns for the hosts. Youngster Nathan McSweeney showed grit in Adelaide, but the lineup remains vulnerable if Bumrah strikes early. Australia’s strategy revolves around surviving Bumrah’s opening spell and targeting the less effective Indian bowlers. With Josh Hazlewood returning to replace Scott Boland, their bowling attack gains strength, providing additional support to Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc. India vs Australia Live Score: Jadeja’s Potential Return Ravindra Jadeja’s return to the XI could be a game-changer for India. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball makes him an invaluable asset in overseas conditions. While Ashwin and Washington Sundar have been steady, Jadeja offers more versatility and depth. His batting prowess can strengthen the lower middle order, which has often collapsed under pressure. On a Gabba pitch that might not turn much, Jadeja’s ability to extract bounce and his sharp fielding could make a significant difference. The team management faces a tough call in balancing experience and potential. IND vs AUS 3rd Test Live Score: Bumrah’s Brilliance and the Need for Support Jasprit Bumrah has been India's standout performer, consistently outshining other bowlers in the series. His ability to extract movement and pace has kept India in the contest. However, he cannot do it alone. The other bowlers need to step up and deliver, particularly against an Australian batting lineup that has struggled for consistency. Bumrah's first spell with the new Kookaburra will be critical, and the team needs to capitalize on any breakthroughs he provides. Support from spinners like Ashwin or Jadeja, alongside a strong second pacer, could be pivotal in exploiting Australia’s vulnerabilities. Border Gavaskar Trophy Live Score: India’s Batting Woes India's batting struggles, especially in the first innings, have been a recurring issue. With six sub-150 totals in the past year, the team has often been on the back foot. The Gabba pitch, offering bounce and seam movement, will test the Indian top order. Rohit Sharma's batting position is under scrutiny, with debates about whether he should open or bat lower to counter the conditions. For India to succeed, the team needs big contributions from the top order, including Shubman Gill and KL Rahul, to provide a foundation for the middle order and ease the pressure on their bowlers. India vs Australia Live Score: Rohit and Kohli Under the Spotlight Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, two giants of Indian cricket, face mounting pressure as they prepare to battle Australia on a challenging Gabba surface. With the series tied 1-1, their ability to lead the batting unit will be crucial. Despite their undeniable skill, both have struggled for form in the ongoing season, with Rohit averaging 6.88 and Kohli 10 in first innings performances. Kohli's recent century in Perth provided a much-needed boost, but Rohit needs a captain's knock to inspire his side. Their performances could shape not only this match but also India’s prospects in the World Test Championship. IND vs AUS 3rd Test Live Score: Hello and welcome to the live coverage of third Test The third Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Gabba, with the series tied 1-1, is a pivotal clash for both teams. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli face mounting pressure to lead India's batting on a challenging track, with their recent form under scrutiny. India's first-innings collapses and reliance on Jasprit Bumrah’s bowling highlight key vulnerabilities. Ravindra Jadeja’s inclusion could add balance. Australia’s Travis Head and Josh Hazlewood boost their lineup, but concerns over Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne’s form persist. The Test's outcome could define the series and shape India’s path in the World Test Championship, raising the stakes significantly. Top Stories Right Now
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