Following a thrilling victory against Lucknow Super Giants, Delhi Capitals face the challenge of hosting Sunrisers Hyderabad at their 'second home' in Visakhapatnam. With KL Rahul's return bolstering their lineup, Delhi aim to build on their momentum, while Sunrisers seek redemption after a tough loss against LSG.
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The BCCI is deliberating on India's next Test captain, with potential candidates including Jasprit Bumrah, Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, and Shubman Gill. Performance in the upcoming Champions Trophy and IPL will influence the decision. Former England spinner Monty Panesar highlights the importance of choosing a captain who can lead India to victory, emphasizing stability and experience.
Cheteshwar Pujara has highlighted Mitchell Starc as a major threat for India in the upcoming Boxing Day Test. Pujara praised Starc's improved accuracy and effectiveness, particularly with the new ball. He emphasized the need for India's batsmen to negotiate Starc's initial spells carefully, noting his reduced impact against the lower order with the older ball.
Delhi Capitals will have a new captain for IPL 2025, with Axar Patel, KL Rahul, and Faf du Plessis as the main contenders. Retained player Axar Patel, who has shown impressive form and leadership qualities, is a strong candidate. Rahul's captaincy experience previously in the IPL also makes him a top choice.
Desert Vipers will hold their second annual Sustainability Match on January 18, emphasizing carbon footprint reduction and environmental awareness. Team kits are made from recycled materials, and fans are encouraged to wear green. Initiatives include phasing out single-use plastics, using eco-friendly dyes, and promoting sustainable fan jerseys.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced a full ticket refund policy for two abandoned Champions Trophy matches in Rawalpindi. Matches on February 25 and February 27 were canceled due to rain. Eligible ticket holders can claim refunds at select TCS outlets between March 10-14. Hospitality ticket holders are excluded from refunds.
Former cricketers Yuvraj Singh, Irfan Pathan, Ravi Shastri, Kevin Pietersen, and Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir extended their New Year greetings for 2025, wishing everyone health, happiness, prosperity, and success. They shared their messages on X, expressing optimism and excitement for the year ahead, while highlighting personal and professional goals and aspirations.
Jasprit Bumrah expressed gratitude upon winning the prestigious ICC Men's Cricketer of the Year award, highlighting India's T20 World Cup victory as his most cherished memory of 2024. Bumrah, who also earned the ICC Test Cricketer of the Year title and a spot in the Test Team of the Year, emphasized that team success remains his top priority.
During the off-season, Sharma collaborated closely with the current RCB batting coach, Karthik, who retired after the previous season. Speaking ahead of RCB's home fixture against Delhi Capitals, Sharma discussed how Karthik had been instrumental in transforming his approach to the game.
Ahead of the Champions Trophy, India's cricket team seeks a morale boost by winning the T20I series against England. The series starts at Eden Gardens. Key players like Sanju Samson and Nitish Kumar Reddy are under watch, while England relies on Jos Buttler and Jacob Bethell. Coach Brendon McCullum remains optimistic about England's chances.