India’s triumph in the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 was reflected in the Team of the Tournament, with five Indian players making the cut after their thrilling final victory over New Zealand. The Black Caps, who finished runners-up, saw four of their stars earn a place, including Player of the Tournament Rachin Ravindra, while Afghanistan’s […]

New Zealand’s dynamic batter Rachin Ravindra fell victim to a stunning delivery from Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final. The left-hander, who had been scoring freely, was clean-bowled for a brisk 37 off 29 balls, undone by Kuldeep’s sharp wrong ‘un on the very first ball of his spell. New […]

India and New Zealand are battling it out in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final at the Dubai International Stadium. After winning the toss, Kiwi skipper Mitchell Santner opted to bat first, citing the likelihood of minimal dew in the evening. The Blackcaps got off to a flying start, reaching 69/1 in the first 10 […]

Former India spinner R Ashwin said that the match-up between veteran Indian pace bowler Mohammed Shami and New Zealand opener Rachin Ravindra could dictate the process in the upcoming 2025 Champions Trophy final as well. Both sides will take on each other for the title at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday, March 9 as […]

Veteran lyricist and renowned public intellectual Javed Akhtar has come out in support of Indian pacer Mohammed Shami after the cricketer faced criticism for not observing roza (fasting) during the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final against Australia. Shami, a key part of India’s pace attack, was spotted consuming an energy drink during the match in Dubai, […]

Team India are currently playing all their Champions Trophy games in Dubai. However, having to stay and play in one city is an advantage, felt Mohammed Shami, a stance that contrasts with the views of the Indian team management, including the captain and coach. “It is certainly helping us. We know the conditions and the […]

Australia’s Champions Trophy 2025 journey came to an abrupt end after a semifinal defeat to India in Dubai on Tuesday. Opting to bat first, Australia managed 264 before being bowled out in 49.3 overs. However, India chased the target with ease, securing a spot in their third consecutive Champions Trophy final. Australia made key changes […]

Harbhajan Singh has a simple job for Mohammed Shami as India gets set to face Australia in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final—a closely watched rematch of the 2023 ODI World Cup final. His word is straightforward: get rid of Travis Head early and prevent him from turning into India’s bane once again. Head was […]

The Indian team hit the training ground with high intensity ahead of their final Group A match against New Zealand on Friday, February 28. Unlike Thursday, when only Shubman Gill trained while the rest of the squad took a break, the Friday session was mandatory, with all players actively participating. Among those under the spotlight […]

KL Rahul has put to rest any concerns about Rohit Sharma and Mohammed Shami dealing with injuries, confirming that both players are fit and available for India’s crucial match against New Zealand on March 2 at the Dubai International Stadium. Reports had suggested that the duo might be forced to sit out due to fitness […]