Aakash Chopra hopes the Border-Gavaskar Trophy isn't Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's last Test series. Both veterans have struggled for runs recently, and their future might depend on this series and India's WTC final chances. Chopra suggests India might rethink its player selection after the series, depending on WTC qualification.
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The ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 is set to begin with eight top ODI teams, starting February 19 in Pakistan. India will play all their matches in Dubai. The final is scheduled for March 9. The groups, prize money, squads, and match dates have been announced.
The ICC has updated its Elite Panel of Umpires, welcoming South Africa's Allahudien Paleker and England's Alex Wharf. Nitin Menon remains the sole Indian on the panel, maintaining his high ranking. ICC Chair Jay Shah praised the newcomers and thanked the outgoing umpires. The 2025-26 panel features officials from around the world.
England's ICC Champions Trophy chances have improved with opener Ben Duckett being declared fit to play. The ECB confirmed Duckett's availability after he recovered from a groin injury. He got injured while fielding in the third ODI against India. England will face Australia in their first tournament match in Lahore on 22 February.
Desert Vipers defeated Gulf Giants by five wickets in ILT20 Season 3 at Dubai International Stadium. Max Holden scored 70 off 54 balls. Despite Tom Curran's 64 off 34 balls, Gulf Giants managed only 129/8. Wanindu Hasaranga and Sam Curran took three wickets each. Vipers secured a top-two finish in the league.
The RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group has acquired a 70 percent stake in the Manchester Originals cricket franchise for approximately 75 million pounds. This transaction marks the first time a majority stake has been bought in a Hundred franchise. Manchester Originals are one of the eight teams in The Hundred cricket tournament, promoted by the ECB.
KL Rahul's resilient 84 in the third Test against Australia highlighted his defensive approach as key to success on the challenging tour. Focusing on respecting bowlers early on, leaving deliveries, and tightening his defense during the initial overs, Rahul believes this strategy allows batsmen to capitalize later.
The conflict between the Kerala Cricket Association and S Sreesanth continues as the KCA defends issuing a show cause notice to Sreesanth. They referenced his spot-fixing scandal. Sreesanth remains committed to supporting Kerala players. The KCA insists they will not tolerate indiscipline and will take strict actions against false claims.
As the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series is tied at 1-1, former India coach Lalchand Rajput emphasised the necessity for the Indian batters to post a significant first innings score in the decisive Test at Melbourne. Highlighting the strength of India's bowling, he acknowledged the need for batters' contributions and anticipates a smooth transition despite recent retirements.