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We Both Know Our Roles And Can Coexist In Test Team, Says Carey On Inglis
New Delhi: Alex Carey has reaffirmed his belief that he and fellow wicketkeeper Josh Inglis can both thrive in Australia’s Test team, after notching up a commanding century at No. 5 against Sri Lanka in Galle in the ongoing second Test.
The 33-year-old Carey joined forces with Steve Smith in an unbroken 239-run fourth-wicket stand, propelling Australia into a dominant position at stumps on day two of the second Test. With seven wickets in hand, the visitors hold a lead of 73 runs, tightening their grip on the contest.
Carey, promoted up the order after Inglis had to slide down due to spending extended time off the field with back stiffness, showcased his versatility by crafting a sublime 139* off 156 balls.
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Smith, Carey Hundreds Put Australia On Top In Galle
Galle International Stadium: Stand-in captain Steve Smith and wicketkeeper Alex Carey delivered masterful centuries on Day 2 of the second Test at Galle International Stadium, putting Australia in command and inching closer to a series whitewash over Sri Lanka in the Warne–Muralitharan Trophy.
स्टीव स्मिथ का 36वां टेस्ट शतक, द्रविड़ और रूट की बराबरी की
Steve Smith: ऑस्ट्रेलियाई बल्लेबाज स्टीव स्मिथ ने शुक्रवार को गाले इंटरनेशनल स्टेडियम में श्रीलंका के खिलाफ दूसरे टेस्ट के दूसरे दिन अपना 36वां टेस्ट शतक बनाया। इस शतक के साथ, स्मिथ अब सबसे ज्यादा टेस्ट शतक बनाने वालों की सूची में दिग्गज राहुल द्रविड़ और इंग्लैंड के जो रूट की बराबरी कर चुके हैं, जिससे वह टेस्ट इतिहास में सबसे ज्यादा शतक बनाने वाले संयुक्त पांचवें खिलाड़ी बन गए हैं।
Steve Smith Scores 36th Test Century, Matches Dravid And Root's Feat
Galle International Stadium: Australian batting stalwart Steve Smith registered his 36th Test century on day 2 of the second Test against Sri Lanka at the Galle International Stadium on Friday. With this century, Smith has now equalled the legendary Rahul Dravid and England’s Joe Root in the list of most Test centuries, making him the joint-fifth highest century-maker in Test history.
I Understand Why He Opened The Batting: Konstas Hails Head As 'legend Of The Game'
Boxing Day Test: After being sent back from Australia’s ongoing tour of Sri Lanka, young opener Sam Konstas said he understands why Travis Head opened the batting at Galle and called the swashbuckling left-hander as the legend of the game.
Chandimal, Mendis Fightback After Lyon, Starc Three-fers In Galle
Sri Lanka: Australia’s bowlers had to work hard on a challenging first day of the second Test in Galle as Sri Lanka fought back after a top-order collapse. After being reduced to 127/5, the hosts showed resilience, with Kusal Mendis (59 not out) and Dinesh Chandimal (74) leading the fightback.
Champions Trophy: Cummins, Hazlewood Ruled Out Of Australia’s Squad
Indian Premier League: Australia have officially announced that skipper Pat Cummins and fellow fast bowler Josh Hazlewood have been ruled out of the squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy and preceding two ODIs against Sri Lanka.
पूरी ऊर्जा के साथ खेलूंगा और अपना सर्वश्रेष्ठ दूंगा: श्रेयस अय्यर
Sri Lanka: इंग्लैंड के खिलाफ पहले वनडे से पहले, भारत के बल्लेबाज श्रेयस अय्यर ने कहा कि वह अपना सर्वश्रेष्ठ देंगे और द्विपक्षीय श्रृंखला में पूरी ऊर्जा के साथ खेलेंगे, क्योंकि दोनों टीमें चैंपियंस ट्रॉफी से पहले अपने संयोजन को बेहतर बनाने की योजना बना रही हैं।
Marcus Stoinis Announces Surprise Retirement From ODIs With Immediate Effect
ODI World Cup: Australia’s seam-bowling all-rounder Marcus Stoinis has surprisingly announced his retirement from ODIs with immediate effect, bringing the end of his international 50-over career at 74 games.
'He Won't Die Wondering...', Says Cooper Connolly’s Parents On Son’s Test Debut In Galle
Galle International Cricket Stadium: Shane, the father of Australia’s newest Test debutant Cooper Connolly, said his son would approach this huge occasion in Galle without wondering what would happen in the ongoing second game against Sri Lanka.
Would Absolutely Play With Full Energy And Give My Best: Shreyas Iyer
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Ahead of the first ODI against England, India batter Shreyas Iyer said he would give his best and absolutely play the game with full energy in the bilateral series, as both teams plan to fine-tune their combinations ahead of the Champions Trophy.
Indian Team Should Start With Rahul Ahead Of Pant For ODIs Against England, Says Bangar
Star Sports Network Expert: Ahead of India’s ODI series against England starting in Nagpur on Thursday, the hosts’ need to decide who between KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant is their first-choice wicketkeeper-batter.
Steve Smith Praises Dimuth Karunaratne Ahead Of Sri Lankan Opener’s Final Test
As Sri Lanka: As Sri Lanka’s Dimuth Karunaratne prepares to play his 100th and final Test match, Australia’s stand-in captain Steve Smith took a moment to pay tribute to the veteran opener ahead of the second Test in Galle.
1st ODI: England Brace For More Spin Test, India Focus On Rohit, Virat's Form
Vidarbha Cricket Association: Spin has been the England cricket team's nemesis in the T20I series against India and it will continue to be their Achille's heel in the three-match ODI series, which starts with the first match at the Vidarbha Cricket Association (VCA) Stadium here on Thursday. They are also expected to be subjected to more spin inquisition in the Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan.
Ryan Harris Backs McSweeney For Test Comeback After Tough Summer
Boxing Day Test: Former Australia cricketer and South Australia coach Ryan Harris has voiced his frustration over how Nathan McSweeney was handled by selectors during the recent home Test summer, believing the young batter was unfairly judged after being thrown into the deep end against India’s world-class attack.
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