Ayush Mhatre, a promising 17-year-old opener from Mumbai, has been called up for trials by the Chennai Super Kings for IPL 2025. Despite remaining unsold in the last auction, Mhatre's impressive performances in domestic cricket have caught the attention of CSK's talent scouts. Currently, CSK sit seventh in the IPL points table with one win and two losses.
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Shubman Gill's recent batting struggles in Australia are under scrutiny. Dinesh Karthik points to a technical issue, linking it to excessive white-ball cricket. Gill has not converted starts into substantial scores. Karthik suggests Gill's approach is more suited to Indian pitches and has advised him to adapt his technique for overseas conditions.
Varun Chakaravarthy's exceptional five-wicket haul led Tamil Nadu to bowl out Rajasthan for 267 in the Vijay Hazare Trophy pre-quarterfinals. His crucial spell helped dismantle Rajasthan's strong position, turning the game after a significant second-wicket stand. Chakaravarthy's form continues to bolster his case for a consistent spot in India's T20I squad.
Mohammed Siraj made a triumphant return to the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, delivering a stellar performance for Gujarat Titans against his former IPL team, RCB. Showcasing his growth as a white-ball bowler, Siraj’s impressive 3/19 highlighted his successful reinvention and determination to prove his doubters wrong.
The BCCI is planning to stage the third edition of the Women's Premier League at four venues - Mumbai, Lucknow, Bengaluru, and Vadodara. The 23-match season is expected to start on February 6 and end in the first week of March, with the final set to be held at Vadodara's Kotambi Stadium.
Jonty Rhodes acknowledges Glenn Phillips as the best fielder of this generation after Phillips' exceptional performances in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Phillips amazed fans with stunning catches, including those of Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill. India won the final against New Zealand by four wickets, securing their third title.
Shubman Gill, back at the Gabba where he shone in India's 2021 series win, exudes confidence ahead of the third Test. The series is tied 1-1, and India aims for a big first-innings total with the red ball after two sub-par batting performances in Adelaide. Captain Rohit Sharma, returning after missing the first Test, skipped Friday's optional training.
Tilak Varma, in only the early stages of his T20I career, has established himself as a versatile and reliable player. His recent performance against England, including an unbeaten 72, showcased his ability to expertly blend caution with aggression on a challenging pitch, as he led India to a successful 166-run chase.
Australia's Big Bash League may introduce 'double play run-outs' and 'designated hitters' to attract elite players and spectators. High-level discussions are underway to implement these innovations in BBL15, aiming to speed up matches and reduce players' workload. The Playing Conditions Advisory Committee will review these potential changes, inspired by baseball and England's 'The Hundred' tournament.
Virat Kohli's confrontation with debutant Sam Konstas during the Boxing Day Test is expected to be reviewed by the ICC. Ricky Ponting blamed Kohli for instigating thecontact. Match referee Andy Pycroft might deem it a Level Two offence, risking a suspension for Kohli. Alyssa Healy criticised Kohli's behaviour, highlighting its impact on the young Australian player.