The ICC unveiled the official song 'Jeeto Baazi Khel Ke' by Atif Aslam for the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025, produced by Abdullah Siddiqui. The song's release aims to build excitement for the tournament, set to take place in Pakistan and the UAE from 19 February to 9 March.
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The ICC Champions Trophy returns in 2025, with high hopes from the Indian cricket team. Irfan Pathan praises the team’s settled squad and promising young players. The event, starting February 19, will be played in India and Dubai. India and Pakistan are set to clash on February 23. The final is scheduled for March 9.
India cricketers Harshit Rana and Nitish Rana defended head coach Gautam Gambhir after heavy criticism following India's 1-3 series loss to Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The debate intensified as former player Manoj Tiwary also criticized Gambhir, despite some successful T20I performances under his tenure.
Star India batter Virat Kohli has been consistently dismissed fishing outside off-stump in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar expressed concern over Kohli's weakness against deliveries outside off, highlighting that it's now a prevalent problem across different lengths, making him an easy target for bowlers.
Ashutosh Sharma's outstanding 66 off 31 balls led Delhi Capitals to a thrilling one-wicket win against Lucknow Super Giants. Despite a difficult position at 65/5, his composed finish and key contributions from 20-year-old debutant Vipraj Nigam ensured victory. Ashutosh dedicated his Player of the Match honour to his mentor Shikhar Dhawan.
India narrowly escaped a follow-on scare against Australia in the Gabba Test, thanks to a crucial 47-run partnership between Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah. Akash Deep's composed 31 runs proved vital, sparking celebrations in the Indian dressing room. With the series tied 1-1, the Melbourne Boxing Day Test promises a thrilling decider.
Skipper Rohit Sharma aims to win the 2025 Champions Trophy and bring the title to Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. At an MCA event, Ravi Shastri entertained attendees by recalling his six sixes in an over. The event also honored former cricketers and celebrated the stadium’s legacy. India will play all its matches in Dubai for the tournament.
Dinesh Karthik, replacing Jos Buttler, became the first Indian in SA20, South Africa's top T20 league. After retiring from IPL, Karthik debuted for Paarl Royals, supporting BCCI's rule against active Indian cricketers in foreign leagues. Karthik, with 130 runs in 11 matches, cherished playing with Joe Root and plans to return to SA20.
India advanced to the ICC Women's U-19 T20 World Cup final by defeating England by nine wickets. Kamalini scored 56 not out, while spinners Parunika Sisodia and Vaishnavi Sharma restricted England to 113 for eight. India will face South Africa in the final. Kamalini's precise batting and strong partnership helped India achieve the target in 15 overs.
Krunal Pandya, Baroda captain and Royal Challengers Bangalore's newest recruit, showcased his resurgent form with a blistering 80-run knock and a controlled bowling performance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. RCB secured Pandya for Rs 5.75 crore after a bidding war with Rajasthan Royals.
India's legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar believes the current Test team's bowling attack heavily relies on Jasprit Bumrah. While Mohammed Siraj provides support, Gavaskar emphasizes the need for Siraj to take more wickets. Debate continues regarding the spinner position, with some advocating for Washington Sundar over Ravichandran Ashwin for the Brisbane Test, while others prioritize consistency and back Ashwin's retention.