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Ganguly Backs Ashwin for Perth Test Despite Recent Form Concerns
- On November 18, 2024, Sourav Ganguly strongly advocated for Ravichandran Ashwin's inclusion in the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test against Australia in Perth.
- The series opener is set to begin on November 22, 2024, with India facing selection challenges due to injuries and recent poor form.
- Ashwin's performance in the recent home series against New Zealand was below par, taking only 9 wickets compared to Jadeja and Sundar's 16 each.
- Ganguly emphasized Ashwin's potential impact against Australia's left-handers, despite the Perth pitch traditionally favoring pace bowlers.
- The Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 features five Tests, with India aiming for their third consecutive series win in Australia.
Jadeja's Hindi Press Conference Sparks Controversy, Leads to Cancellation of Media Cricket Match
- On December 21, 2024, Ravindra Jadeja's press conference in Melbourne sparked controversy when he answered questions in Hindi, leading to accusations from Australian media.
- Australian journalists claimed Jadeja refused to answer in English, while Indian media stated he responded in Hindi to questions asked in Hindi.
- The controversy led to the cancellation of a T20 match between Indian and Australian media personnel scheduled for December 22 at Junction Oval, Melbourne.
- Indian team's media manager and several traveling journalists reportedly boycotted the media match, resulting in insufficient players for the game.
- The incident occurred ahead of the 4th Test between India and Australia, scheduled to begin on December 26, 2024, at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Arrest Warrant Issued Against Robin Uthappa for Alleged Provident Fund Fraud
- An arrest warrant has been issued against former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa on December 21, 2024, for alleged provident fund fraud involving employee contributions.
- The warrant was issued by Regional PF Commissioner K.R. Puram Shadakshara Gopala Reddy, highlighting Uthappa's responsibility in managing the company’s employee provident fund.
- The allegations pertain to Uthappa's company located in Indiranagar, Bengaluru, where he reportedly deducted funds without remitting them to the EPFO.
- The warrant was officially issued on December 4, 2024, but became public knowledge on December 21, giving Uthappa until December 27 to settle the dues or face arrest.
- The case emphasizes the legal obligations of employers regarding employee provident funds and the serious consequences of non-compliance with labor laws in India.
Ravichandran Ashwin Retires Mid-Series: The Untold Story Behind His Shock Decision
- On December 18, 2024, Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement after the Brisbane Test, shocking the cricket world with his mid-series decision.
- Ashwin's retirement stemmed from selection issues, starting after India's 0-3 loss to New Zealand, where he sought playing XI guarantees for the Australia tour.
- Coach Gautam Gambhir's preference for Washington Sundar in Perth and Ravindra Jadeja in Brisbane pushed Ashwin down the pecking order.
- Rohit Sharma convinced Ashwin to play the Adelaide Test, but subsequent selections confirmed Ashwin's diminishing role in the team.
- At 38, Ashwin realized he couldn't commit to the next World Test Championship cycle ending in 2027, leading to his retirement after 537 Test wickets.
R Ashwin Announces Retirement from International Cricket Amid Australia Series
- R Ashwin, India's premier off-spinner, announced his immediate retirement from international cricket on December 18, 2024, during a press conference.
- The announcement was made by Ashwin himself, alongside Indian captain Rohit Sharma, marking the end of his illustrious career as a cricketer.
- The retirement announcement took place in Brisbane, Australia, following the conclusion of the third Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
- This significant moment occurred on December 18, 2024, surprising fans and cricket analysts alike as it came mid-series against Australia.
- Ashwin cited a desire to continue playing at a competitive level in club cricket while reflecting on a fulfilling international career marked by numerous achievements
Prithvi Shaw Expresses Shock After Being Dropped from Vijay Hazare Trophy Squad
- Prithvi Shaw was excluded from Mumbai's team for the Vijay Hazare Trophy, expressing disbelief over his continued struggles in cricket
- The young cricketer, once hailed as a prodigy, has faced criticism and challenges, including being dropped from the IPL and national teams.
- The announcement regarding Shaw's exclusion was made in Mumbai, where he has been a key player in domestic cricket.
- This incident occurred on December 17, 2024, shortly after Shaw's poor performance in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and going unsold in the IPL auction.
- Shaw's exclusion reflects ongoing concerns about his fitness and performance consistency, raising questions about his future in competitive cricket