Ajinkya Rahane's blistering 98 off 56 balls propelled Mumbai to the Syed Mushtaq Ali final, chasing down Baroda's 159 with ease. Rahane's fifth half-century of the tournament, studded with 11 fours and 5 sixes, showcased his dominance. The veteran batsman leads the tournament in runs, justifying his recent IPL acquisition by Kolkata Knight Riders.
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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.
Delhi Capitals opener Shafali Verma emphasized the significance of the Women's Premier League in improving her cricket skills and adapting her batting approach. Shafali has demonstrated remarkable growth by interacting with international players and plans to focus on scoring runs to regain her ODI squad position, starting with their WPL 2025 campaign against Mumbai Indians.
Australia captain Pat Cummins may miss the upcoming Sri Lanka tour to be with his wife for the birth of their second child. The series clashes with the due date. His mother's passing influenced his focus on family and enjoying life, emphasizing the need to balance cricket commitments with family moments.
India allrounder Nitish Kumar Reddy has fully recovered from a side strain and is set to join the Sunrisers Hyderabad camp on Sunday, just in time for their IPL-2025 opener against Rajasthan Royals. Reddy had been sidelined due to the injury but passed his fitness test with a score of 18.1 at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence.
The revamped RCB squad has achieved significant wins this season. They secured victories against Kolkata Knight Riders, CSK, and MI in away matches, yet stumbled against the Titans at their home ground. They aim to treat that defeat as a one-off incident, particularly considering the Capitals' formidable bowling arsenal.
Shreyas Iyer's critical 59 off 36 balls helped India claim victory over England in the ODI series opener in Nagpur. Filling in for the injured Virat Kohli, Iyer capitalized on domestic cricket experience, showcasing his form and fitness. His aggressive batting and pivotal fielding moment, including a key run-out, were crucial in securing India's win.
Tim Southee, New Zealand's second-highest Test wicket-taker and all-time top wicket-taker across formats, retired after a 16-year career. The 36-year-old concluded his Test journey with 391 wickets, just shy of the 400 mark. His final match was a victory against England at his home ground, Seddon Park.
Babar Azam and the Pakistan cricket team engaged in a rigorous practice session in Dubai ahead of their Champions Trophy match against India. Azam faced multiple bowlers for extended periods, while key pacers Haris Rauf and Shaheen Shah Afridi each delivered seven overs. Interim coach Aaqib Javed and captain Mohammad Rizwan led a detailed strategy meeting to optimize their performance.
Pakistan's Saim Ayub injured his ankle during the second Test against South Africa, who struggled to 72-3 by lunch on Friday. Ryan Rickleton hit a fifty while South Africa's early strong start faltered. Kwena Maphaka made history as South Africa's youngest Test debutant. Pakistan bowlers Abbas and Agha took key wickets.