Border-Gavaskar Trophy: 'You go there and bat...', KL Rahul opens up on his batting position ahead of Adelaide Test
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: 'You go there and bat...', KL Rahul opens up on his batting position ahead of Adelaide Test

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KL Rahul said that he is ready to bat anywhere ahead of India’s second Test against Australia in Adelaide. Rohit, who was on paternity leave, has returned to lead India in the second Test and this means Rahul’s batting position is already in focus. KL Rahul informed about opening in Australia in advance ”I got told quite early as I missed out on the New Zealand series, I didn’t play the last two games, I was told to be ready that there might be a chance to open the batting. Jaiswal and Rahul opened in India’s practice match against Australia Prime Minister’s XI, and there’s no clarity on who will open in Adelaide, with Rohit Sharma returning to the side.

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Kohli is batting as well as he has ever done in IPL: Karthik
1 day, 13 hours ago

Kohli is batting as well as he has ever done in IPL: Karthik

The Hindu  

Dinesh Karthik is no stranger to the city of Chennai. The pre-match press conference ahead of the IPL match between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru started with homeboy Karthik jokingly commenting, in his native tongue Tamil, on the irony of him representing the Bengaluru outfit. The mentor, however, was quick to defend his wards, especially Virat Kohli, when …

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli could play India A games in England ahead of five-Test series
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1 day, 23 hours ago

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli could play India A games in England ahead of five-Test series

Firstpost  

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli were among several high-profile cricketers playing in the Ranji Trophy in the immediate aftermath of their disastrous tour of Australia, and could be asked to play at least one of India A’s matches against England Lions that get underway on 30 May. India’s international run in the 2023-24 season, which included Test series losses against …

KL Rahul to return in Delhi Capitals' IPL 2025 game vs SRH after taking paternity break
2 days, 13 hours ago

KL Rahul to return in Delhi Capitals' IPL 2025 game vs SRH after taking paternity break

Hindustan Times  

India star KL Rahul is all set to return to action in Delhi Capitals' second game in the ongoing 2025 season of the Indian Premier League. KL Rahul had missed DC's season opener Rahul missed Delhi's season opener against former franchise Lucknow Super Giants because he had taken a paternity break. Rahul has been in exceptional form in white-ball cricket, …

BCCI cracks a whip for England Tests as Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma likely to play India A games; Karun Nair to be in team
2 days, 14 hours ago

BCCI cracks a whip for England Tests as Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma likely to play India A games; Karun Nair to be in team

Hindustan Times  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India cracked a whip ahead of the all-important tour of England in June as some of the frontline players of the Indian Test team are likely to be part of the 'A' squad, which will face the Lions in two four-day matches. Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma could play India A games before England …

KL Rahul nails Kevin Pietersen's iconic stance on stage, even mimics England great's accent; leaves him in splits
2 days, 15 hours ago

KL Rahul nails Kevin Pietersen's iconic stance on stage, even mimics England great's accent; leaves him in splits

Hindustan Times  

Delhi Capitals' star batter, KL Rahul, joined the squad following the side's opening-match victory against the Lucknow Super Giants earlier this week. KL Rahul imitates Kevin Pietersen during a DC event Rahul had missed the opening match due to personal reasons, as he and his wife Athiya Shetty had recently welcomed their baby girl. In a heartwarming video, the team …

'Shots fired at Rohit Sharma': Fans speculate MS Dhoni's latest 'captaincy' remark an 'indirect' dig at India skipper
3 days, 20 hours ago

'Shots fired at Rohit Sharma': Fans speculate MS Dhoni's latest 'captaincy' remark an 'indirect' dig at India skipper

Hindustan Times  

The official broadcasters of the 2025 season of the Indian Premier League recently released a lengthy interview with former Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni, where the India legend touched upon various topics ranging from the IPL 2023 final, where Ravindra Jadeja hit the winning run, to the changing dynamic in the CSK dressing room after he stepped down from …

Rohit Sharma's poor IPL 2025 start played down by Kane Williamson: Just 1st match
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4 days, 17 hours ago

Rohit Sharma's poor IPL 2025 start played down by Kane Williamson: Just 1st match

India Today  

Kane Williamson has played down Rohit Sharma's poor start to the IPL 2025 campaign and expects the Mumbai Indians batter to bounce back as the season progresses. Rohit was dismissed for a four-ball duck in MI's first match against Chennai Super Kings on Sunday, March 23 as he hit the ball from Khaleel Ahmed straight to the fielder. IPL 2025 …

Axar Patel drops big update on KL Rahul’s availability for DC vs LSG IPL 2025 opener: ‘He joined the team… Right now…’
5 days, 2 hours ago

Axar Patel drops big update on KL Rahul’s availability for DC vs LSG IPL 2025 opener: ‘He joined the team… Right now…’

Hindustan Times  

It’s a new IPL season and KL Rahul will donning a different team jersey this year. But according to reports, Rahul is expected to not feature in DC’s opener, against his former team LSG in Visakhapatnam. Axar Patel on KL Rahul's availability Speaking on Rahul’s selection for the opener, DC skipper Axar Patel said, “Obviously, he joined the team. Right …

Suryakumar's Mumbai Indians asked to bat first by CSK at Chennai as Mitchell Santner and Deepak Chahar face former team
5 days, 15 hours ago

Suryakumar's Mumbai Indians asked to bat first by CSK at Chennai as Mitchell Santner and Deepak Chahar face former team

Firstpost  

Suryakumar Yadav’s Mumbai Indians have been put in to bat first by Chennai Super Kings in Chennai. The match sees Mitchell Santner and Deepak Chahar facing their former team, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the contest. CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad confirmed that the team’s four overseas players on the night are Noor Ahmad, Nathan Ellis, Rachin Ravindra and …

Virat Kohli doesn't need to bat like Rohit Sharma in IPL 2025: Aaron Finch
1 week ago

Virat Kohli doesn't need to bat like Rohit Sharma in IPL 2025: Aaron Finch

India Today  

Former Australia captain Aaron Finch said that India and Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli doesn’t have to bat like Rohit Sharma in the upcoming Indian Premier League 2025. Ahead of the upcoming season, Aaron Finch was asked if Kohli should bat in a similar manner like former Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma, who’s been going after the bowling right …

KL Rahul to miss first two matches for Delhi Capitals? Alyssa Healy spills the beans
1 week, 1 day ago

KL Rahul to miss first two matches for Delhi Capitals? Alyssa Healy spills the beans

India Today  

India and Delhi Capitals wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul is likely to miss the first few matches of the Indian Premier League 2025 revealed Australia cricketer Alyssa Healy. Recently, while previewing the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League, Healy revealed that Rahul might not play the first couple of matches as he’s set to welcome his first child. IPL 2025 Coverage …

‘Virat Kohli needs to captain…’: Ab de Villiers drops major statement ahead of RCB vs KKR IPL 2025 opener
1 week, 2 days ago

‘Virat Kohli needs to captain…’: Ab de Villiers drops major statement ahead of RCB vs KKR IPL 2025 opener

Live Mint  

Indian Premier League season 18 is all set to begin with the opening match between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru on 22 March. With Virat Kohli continuing to play a pivotal role for RCB, the franchise continues to enjoy a huge fan following despite not winning a single trophy so far. Ahead of RCB's first match, …

KL Rahul forced out of IPL opening spot at Delhi Capitals, sacrifices long-term role in batting order shake-up: Report
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1 week, 3 days ago

KL Rahul forced out of IPL opening spot at Delhi Capitals, sacrifices long-term role in batting order shake-up: Report

Hindustan Times  

KL Rahul is set to make a fresh start at the IPL as he will link up with Delhi Capitals for the 2025 Indian Premier League. After playing a key role in India's victorious 2025 Champions Trophy campaign, Rahul finds himself in unfamiliar territory, moving away from his long-standing role as a captain – and also as an opener – …

India are not good in Tests, Rohit Sharma should take responsibility: Sourav Ganguly
1 week, 4 days ago

India are not good in Tests, Rohit Sharma should take responsibility: Sourav Ganguly

India Today  

Former India cricketer Sourav Ganguly feels that India captain Rohit Sharma should take responsibility of turning things around in Test cricket as the team is not doing well in the format at the moment. Furthermore, Ganguly said that the India captain needs to take responsibility of turning things around in Test cricket. I don't know whether he's going to continue …

Rohit Sharma to captain India in Test series against England: What led to BCCI’s decision?
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1 week, 6 days ago

Rohit Sharma to captain India in Test series against England: What led to BCCI’s decision?

Firstpost  

Rohit Sharma has reportedly been assured by the BCCI that he will captain India in the upcoming Test series against England. Rohit Sharma’s future as India’s Test captain has been a topic of speculation ever since the team’s defeat in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia earlier this year. Rohit gets extension to lead India in Tests However, according to a …

Rohit Sharma gets Ajit Agarkar-led committee’s backing for England Tests in June despite below-par BGT show: Report
2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma gets Ajit Agarkar-led committee’s backing for England Tests in June despite below-par BGT show: Report

Live Mint  

Despite a below-par Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, Rohit Sharma is set to remain as the captain of the Indian team when they travel to England for a five-match Test series in June later this year. However, India's Champions Trophy 2025 triumph in Dubai put things in order for Rohit Sharma. According to a The Indian Express report, Rohit Sharma has …

Rohit could continue as Test captain but opinions still divided in BCCI
2 weeks ago

Rohit could continue as Test captain but opinions still divided in BCCI

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Champions Trophy triumph has added to the aura of Rohit Sharma and it won't be a surprise if he travels to England as the leader of the pack even though the selectors are yet to make a decision on the Test tour starting June 20. Jasprit Bumrah's fitness status is an issue and so does the lack …

Rohit Sharma enjoys vacation with family in Maldives before IPL 2025: See pics
2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma enjoys vacation with family in Maldives before IPL 2025: See pics

India Today  

Days after leading India to Champions Trophy glory in Dubai, Rohit Sharma has headed to the Maldives for a short vacation with his wife, Ritika Sajdeh, and daughter, Samaira. Courtesy Rohit Sharma Instagram Screengrab from Rohit Sharma Instagram Captain Hardik Pandya has joined the Mumbai Indians camp and he was Rohit is expected to join the pre-season camp next week. …

Rohit Sharma on on-field outbursts: I shout, but my teammates understand
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Rohit Sharma on on-field outbursts: I shout, but my teammates understand

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma has explained the reason behind his frequent on-field outbursts at teammates, saying that his criticism is always aimed at bringing out the best for the team. Speaking to Star Sports after India’s Champions Trophy triumph over New Zealand, Rohit clarified that his teammates understand his intentions and know it’s for the betterment of the side. Rohit’s …

"Keeping all my options open": Rohit Sharma on playing 2027 ODI World Cup
2 weeks, 4 days ago

"Keeping all my options open": Rohit Sharma on playing 2027 ODI World Cup

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Following his team's ICC Champions Trophy win, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma said that he is keeping all his options open for his cricketing career in future and added that he cannot really commit to being a part of 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup squad, ICC Cricket reported. "Keeping all my options open": Rohit Sharma on playing 2027 …

KL Rahul leads India to four-wicket win over NZ in Champions Trophy final
2 weeks, 5 days ago

KL Rahul leads India to four-wicket win over NZ in Champions Trophy final

ABC  

India has lifted the Champions Trophy after an absorbing battle with New Zealand in the final. Just as in the semifinal against Australia on the same ground five days earlier, the finisher Rahul kept his cool and, aided by fellow old stagers Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja, steered India to another major title with just one over to spare on …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final: Rohit Sharma says coaches backed him to adapt aggressive approach in PowerPlay
2 weeks, 5 days ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final: Rohit Sharma says coaches backed him to adapt aggressive approach in PowerPlay

The Hindu  

Rohit Sharma on Sunday said the backing of coaches and teammates helped India enforce an attacking approach in its batting order. The 37-year-old also lauded K.L Rahul whose unbeaten 33-ball 34 helped India shake off the jitters of losing wickets at regular intervals and ensured it crossed the line. “Very solid mind, never gets overawed by the pressure around him, …

India win Champions Trophy 2025: Rohit hails batting depth after India’s triumph — ‘Gives you the confidence’
2 weeks, 5 days ago

India win Champions Trophy 2025: Rohit hails batting depth after India’s triumph — ‘Gives you the confidence’

Firstpost  

Middle-order batters Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul and Axar Patel came to the rescue in the final against New Zealand after India experienced a wobble following a superb start provided by Rohit Sharma. Reuters India captain Rohit Sharma hailed the depth in his team’s batting department following their four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the final of the 2025 ICC Champions …

KL Rahul’s honest confession after India’s Champions Trophy triumph: ‘I was s....ing myself’
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

KL Rahul’s honest confession after India’s Champions Trophy triumph: ‘I was s....ing myself’

Live Mint  

Team India’s wicketkeeper-batsman KL Rahul delivered a candid and humorous post-match interview after guiding the team to a thrilling four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the Champions Trophy 2025 final. India Vs New Zealand FINAL LIVE SCORE, Champions Trophy 2025 Acknowledging India’s mental toughness Rahul highlighted the immense pressure Indian cricketers face from a young age, crediting the team’s resilience …

IND vs NZ: Rohit Sharma explains why he did not change template despite criticism
2 weeks, 6 days ago

IND vs NZ: Rohit Sharma explains why he did not change template despite criticism

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma won the Player of the Match award in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy. Rohit played a stroke-filled 76-run knock off 83 balls, which set up India's gritty chase of 252 runs against New Zealand. India vs New Zealand Final: Updates | Scorecard Rohit explained that the aggressive template was not natural to him, but …

IND vs NZ: Why India need captain Rohit Sharma to be 'selfish' in final
2 weeks, 6 days ago

IND vs NZ: Why India need captain Rohit Sharma to be 'selfish' in final

India Today  

It's time for another ICC final where India will be lining up once again, led by Rohit Sharma. India vs New Zealand, Champions Trophy Final Updates If you look at his 264, Rohit got to his fifty in 72 balls, 100 off 100, 150 off 125, 200 off 151, 250 off 166 before being dismissed in the very final delivery …

No Rohit Sharma or KL Rahul in Champions Trophy 2025 team! Aakash Chopra picks 3 Indians in his XI
2 weeks, 6 days ago

No Rohit Sharma or KL Rahul in Champions Trophy 2025 team! Aakash Chopra picks 3 Indians in his XI

Live Mint  

Champions Trophy 2025 is drawing to a close with the penultimate match of the tournament taking place in Dubai on Sunday between India and New Zealand. Ahead of the crucial clash, former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has named his playing XI for the Champions Trophy, which surprisingly does not include Rohit Sharma or KL Rahul, but does include three Indians, …

KL Rahul at number 6 is great for the team: India batting coach praises batter
3 weeks ago

KL Rahul at number 6 is great for the team: India batting coach praises batter

India Today  

India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak believes the team has found a dependable and effective No. 6 batter in KL Rahul, praising him as a crucial element ahead of India's Champions Trophy Final against New Zealand on March 9. Rahul, India's first-choice wicketkeeper-batter in the tournament, has embraced his middle-order role, delivering vital contributions that could be instrumental against the Black …

New Captain Incoming? Rohit Sharma's Fate After Champions Trophy Final
3 weeks ago

New Captain Incoming? Rohit Sharma's Fate After Champions Trophy Final

ABP News  

Rohit Sharma has already made history by leading Team India to the Champions Trophy 2025 final, becoming the only captain to guide his team to the title match of every ICC event. Reports suggest that the outcome of Sunday's IND vs NZ CT 2025 final could play a key role in determining his future as India's ODI captain. A senior …

Gavaskar says Rohit needs to change batting strategy, questions if current approach is maximising his talent
3 weeks ago

Gavaskar says Rohit needs to change batting strategy, questions if current approach is maximising his talent

Firstpost  

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has asked Rohit Sharma to rethink his batting strategy, suggesting that his current aggressive approach is not yielding results that match his talent. ‘Rohit’s attacking doesn’t reward his talent’ While Rohit’s attacking start has helped India take the pressure away from Shubman Gill and the middle-order, Gavaskar feels Rohit has the ability to change the course …

Sunil Gavaskar takes a dig at Rohit Sharma ahead of Champions Trophy 2025 Final: ‘Happy with just scoring 25-30 runs’
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Sunil Gavaskar takes a dig at Rohit Sharma ahead of Champions Trophy 2025 Final: ‘Happy with just scoring 25-30 runs’

Live Mint  

Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has disagreed with Indian captain Rohit Sharma's style of batting hard in the early overs, regardless of the personal milestone. Sunil Gavaskar on Rohit Sharma's playing style: Speaking to India Today, Gavaskar said, "This is an approach he has been following for the last two years or so. He is an incredibly talented player with …

Champions Trophy 2025: Kohli run-ning show, winning battles
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Kohli run-ning show, winning battles

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: "I think there was about seven fours when I got a hundred. That was India batter Virat Kohli after the match-winning 84 against Australia in the semifinal of the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai on Tuesday. So much so that England captain Jos Buttler reiterated on multiple occasions that they want to do what Rohit Sharma and his lads …

Anil Kumble calls out Gautam Gambhir, Rohit Sharma's KL Rahul ploy: 'If he does well, it's expected; if he doesn't...'
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Anil Kumble calls out Gautam Gambhir, Rohit Sharma's KL Rahul ploy: 'If he does well, it's expected; if he doesn't...'

Hindustan Times  

KL Rahul emphatically finished off India's chase against Australia in the semi-final with a six and finished unbeaten on 42 off 34 balls. Cricket - ICC Men's Champions Trophy - Group A - Bangladesh v India - Dubai International Stadium, Dubai, United Arab Emirates - February 20, 2025 India's Rohit Sharma in action as KL Rahul looks on REUTERS/Satish Kumar …

Sunil Gavaskar discards Gambhir's Rohit Sharma defence, India captain under scrutiny: 'Are you happy scoring 25 runs?'
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar discards Gambhir's Rohit Sharma defence, India captain under scrutiny: 'Are you happy scoring 25 runs?'

Hindustan Times  

India captain Rohit Sharma did brush aside concerns around his form with an ODI century in the lead-up to the Champions Trophy but managed just 104 runs in four innings thus far in the ICC tournament, leaving experts concerned ahead of the all-important final against New Zealand on Sunday. India head coach Gautam Gambhir did jump to Rohit's defence, lashing …

KL Rahul's intense post-match chat with Travis Head after India's win over Australia goes viral: ‘Ab koi nahi bolega’
3 weeks, 2 days ago

KL Rahul's intense post-match chat with Travis Head after India's win over Australia goes viral: ‘Ab koi nahi bolega’

Hindustan Times  

KL Rahul's roar after finishing the Champions Trophy semi-final against Australia with a big six over long-on narrated a thing or two. Seeing India lose three quick wickets after a blistering start provided by captain Rohit Sharma, Rahul went into a shell, trying to rebuild the Indian innings with Virat Kohli. KL Rahul and Travis Head chatting after India's win …

KL Rahul expresses frustration on questions over his place: 'Whatever Rohit told me, I've done to best of my ability'
3 weeks, 2 days ago

KL Rahul expresses frustration on questions over his place: 'Whatever Rohit told me, I've done to best of my ability'

Hindustan Times  

KL Rahul made an honest admission that he enjoys batting at the top order but is ready to do whatever his captain tells him to do, as he has started flourishing at number 6 in ODIs. "Yeah, I do, I mean I won't lie," Rahul told Star Sports after sealing India's spot in the final. Rahul said during the ODI …

Cricket-Coach Gambhir hails phenomenal Kohli after heroic chase
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Cricket-Coach Gambhir hails phenomenal Kohli after heroic chase

Hindustan Times  

March 5 - India coach Gautam Gambhir said Virat Kohli's vast experience and knack of planning his innings to perfection are reasons he is so successful in one-day internationals, after the batsman led the team into the Champions Trophy final. Cricket-Coach Gambhir hails phenomenal Kohli after heroic chase Kohli scored a controlled 84 from 98 balls during India's successful pursuit …

Gambhir's cut-throat reasoning for KL Rahul's demotion in batting order: 'Should be thinking of picking yourself in XI…'
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Gambhir's cut-throat reasoning for KL Rahul's demotion in batting order: 'Should be thinking of picking yourself in XI…'

Hindustan Times  

Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir called cricket a team sport while explaining the management's decision to demote KL Rahul at number 6 in the batting line-up. Gambhir was asked about Rahul's demotion in the batting line-up during the post-match press conference, and he bluntly said more than numbers, it's the impact that matters for him. "You know in a …

Sunil Gavaskar disagrees with Gautam Gambhir over Rohit Sharma 'impact' defence
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar disagrees with Gautam Gambhir over Rohit Sharma 'impact' defence

India Today  

Batting great Sunil Gavaskar has urged Rohit Sharma to bat for longer periods rather than adopting an overly aggressive and risk-laden approach during the powerplay in one-day internationals. Gavaskar's comments came after head coach Gautam Gambhir defended Rohit's intent, lashing out at critics following India's emphatic entry into the Champions Trophy 2025 final. However, speaking to India Today, Gavaskar suggested …

Rohit hails Kohli after match-winning knock in Champions Trophy semi-final: 'He has done it for us for so many years'
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Rohit hails Kohli after match-winning knock in Champions Trophy semi-final: 'He has done it for us for so many years'

Firstpost  

Virat Kohli dished out a superb 84 off 98 balls as India recovered from a shaky start to defeat Australia by six wickets and confirm their place in the final of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy. AP Captain Rohit Sharma credited the Indian team for their “very clinical” batting performance following their four-wicket victory over Australia in their Champions Trophy …

Axar Patel earns Rohit Sharma's faith: No matter what, you will bat at No. 5
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Axar Patel earns Rohit Sharma's faith: No matter what, you will bat at No. 5

India Today  

Rohit Sharma heaped praise on Axar Patel, saying that he has improved significantly as a batter and hence, India have trusted him to bat at No.5 in ODIs. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table Prior to India’s semi-final against Australia on Tuesday in Dubai, Rohit said that the Indian team management was impressed with how Axar has batted across …

'Australia don't have...': Gavaskar pinpoints weakness in Steve Smith's side in bold prediction for semi-final vs India
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

'Australia don't have...': Gavaskar pinpoints weakness in Steve Smith's side in bold prediction for semi-final vs India

Hindustan Times  

The first semi-final of the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 will be played between India and Australia at the Dubai International Stadium on Tuesday. Ahead of the marquee fixture, former India captain Sunil Gavaskar made a bold prediction, picking Rohit Sharma's side as the clear favourite. At the same time, Australia finished second in Group B. Gavaskar said Australia will …

"After BGT 2023-24, my batting improved": Axar Patel after Champions Trophy clash against New Zealand
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

"After BGT 2023-24, my batting improved": Axar Patel after Champions Trophy clash against New Zealand

Hindustan Times  

Dubai, : After registering a win over New Zealand in the last group stage match of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at Dubai on Sunday, star India all-rounder Axar Patel reflected that his batting performance in 2023-24 Border-Gavaskar Trophy has helped him improve in the batting. "After BGT 2023-24, my batting improved": Axar Patel after Champions Trophy clash against …

Virat Kohli frustrated, Rohit Sharma angry at KL Rahul's keeping blunders vs NZ; Gautam Gambhir told to wake up
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli frustrated, Rohit Sharma angry at KL Rahul's keeping blunders vs NZ; Gautam Gambhir told to wake up

Hindustan Times  

There was a reason why KL Rahul was backed over specialist wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant for a spot in the India XI in the 2025 Champions Trophy. While he picked up from where he left two years back, at least with the gloves, his keeping came under scrutiny on Sunday during the Champions Trophy match against New Zealand. India's Virat Kohli …

Axar Patel relishing promoted batting role: Can do well with confidence
Top News
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Axar Patel relishing promoted batting role: Can do well with confidence

India Today  

India all-rounder Axar Patel believes that his new batting position in the lineup has significantly boosted his confidence, helping him play with greater freedom. Speaking to the media after the match, Axar highlighted how batting higher up the order has allowed him to approach his innings with more confidence, adapting to the team's needs rather than playing under pressure in …

Champions Trophy: K.L. Rahul says he is ready for a new challenge
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Champions Trophy: K.L. Rahul says he is ready for a new challenge

The Hindu  

Rahul has been one of the pillars of India’s middle-order batting in ODIs in the last few years and has owned the No. In the opening encounter against Bangladesh, Rahul scored a vital unbeaten 41 when the team was in slight trouble at 144 for four chasing 229. Whatever the team thinks is the best possible combination and what they …

IND vs NZ: Captain Rohit Sharma nears Sachin Tendulkar's record in elite club
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4 weeks ago

IND vs NZ: Captain Rohit Sharma nears Sachin Tendulkar's record in elite club

India Today  

Rohit Sharma has a chance to go past the legendary Sachin Tendulkar in the elite list of Indian captains with runs in ODIs. The 37-year-old Rohit is only 68 runs away from going past Tendulkar, who has 2454 runs from 73 matches at an average of 37.75 with six hundreds and 12 fifties to his name. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage …

Pant in, KL Rahul rested vs NZ? India assistant coach ten Doeschate answers
4 weeks ago

Pant in, KL Rahul rested vs NZ? India assistant coach ten Doeschate answers

India Today  

India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate addressed the team’s wicketkeeping dilemma ahead of their final Champions Trophy group-stage clash against New Zealand on March 2. With both teams already securing semi-final berths, speculation is rife about potential lineup changes, including the possibility of Rishabh Pant replacing KL Rahul behind the stumps. With Rahul’s limited time in the middle, some argue …

Champions Trophy 2025: India bowlers unlikely to operate for 10 overs against New Zealand to remain fresh for Tuesday’s semifinal
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: India bowlers unlikely to operate for 10 overs against New Zealand to remain fresh for Tuesday’s semifinal

The Hindu  

Ahead of the final group game against New Zealand, India trained for close to three hours at the ICC Academy on Friday with the team opting to rest on the eve of the match. India has had a week-long break since its match against Pakistan last Sunday but will have two games in three days as the Men in Blue …

Champions Trophy 2025: KL Rahul happy to adapt to team’s needs
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: KL Rahul happy to adapt to team’s needs

The Hindu  

Rahul has been one of the pillars of India’s middle-order batting in ODIs in the last few years and has owned the No.5 spot. In the opening encounter against Bangladesh, Rahul scored a vital unbeaten 41 when the team was in slight trouble at 144 for four, chasing 229, and finished the game. Whatever the team thinks is the best …

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