Rohit Sharma returns to Nagpur, not as a debutant but as the Indian captain for the ODI against England, aiming for resurgence. With a strong lineup featuring Shubman Gill and Kohli, and bowlers like Kuldeep Yadav and Mohd Shami, India looks set for a run-fest. England faces challenges with injuries and inconsistent bowling.
Related news
Ricky Ponting praises Travis Head's exceptional performance, particularly his recent 140 against India, highlighting his potential to become a batting great. Ponting compares Head's aggressive style to Adam Gilchrist, emphasizing his fearless approach and ability to deliver under pressure in crucial matches like the World Test Championship and World Cup finals.
New Zealand triumphed over Pakistan in the first T20 match at Christchurch with a nine-wicket win. Pakistan, struggling against Kyle Jamieson's early spell, managed only 91 runs. New Zealand reached the target easily with Tim Seifert leading the chase. The teams will clash again in the second match of the series in Dunedin on Tuesday.
Sunil Kumar's autorickshaw came to a halt as he watched his son Vignesh Puthur debut for Mumbai Indians in the IPL. The 24-year-old left-arm wrist spinner impressed with a 3-wicket haul, capturing the attention of cricket fans and earning praise from Chennai Super Kings legend MS Dhoni.
Indian cricket legends Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma faced criticism for India's 1-3 series loss in Australia. Support came from Jonty Rhodes, who noted touring in Australia is challenging. Kohli's form dipped, scoring 190 runs, while Rohit managed 31 runs in three Tests. The duo's performance will be crucial in the upcoming 2025 Champions Trophy.
Sri Lanka shocked Australia with a 49-run victory in the first ODI in Colombo, thanks to captain Charith Asalanka's 127-run knock and Maheesh Theekshana’s 4-40 bowling figures. Australia, resting key players, failed to chase a target of 215, as they were bowled out for 165 in under 34 overs. Sri Lanka leads the series 1-0.
Virat Kohli discussed his balance between calmness and aggression in his on-field persona, stating that he faces criticism regardless of his approach. He emphasised that his competitiveness remains strong despite a more subdued demeanour. Kohli remains a key player for RCB in the upcoming IPL 2025 season, targeting both a maiden title and new batting records.
ISPL Season 2 will transform Mumbai's Dadoji Kondadev Stadium into a cricket and music festival from January 26 to February 15, 2025. The event features tennis-ball cricket, star-studded team ownership, and musical performances by top Indian artists like Sonu Nigam, Mika Singh, and B Praak. Tickets start at ₹199, with broadcasts on Star Sports 1 and Disney+ Hotstar.
Virat Kohli equalled Mohammad Azharuddin's record of 156 catches for India in ODIs during the Champions Trophy clash against Bangladesh. Mohammed Shami also made history by becoming the fastest Indian to reach 200 ODI wickets and surpassed Zaheer Khan as India's leading wicket-taker in ICC white-ball tournaments.
Pakistan are set to host the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy for the first time in 29 years. The tournament will commence on February 19 with the hosts facing New Zealand. PCB Chair Mohsin Naqvi expressed excitement for the event, emphasising its significance for showcasing Pakistan's hospitality and cricket passion.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape, led by Aiden Markram, aim for a third consecutive SA20 title when the 2025 season gets underway on 9 January. The squad includes first-to-SA20 faces like David Bedingham and Zak Crawley. Key players also feature Richard Gleeson and Roelof van der Merwe. The season kicks off against MI Cape Town, promising intense competition.