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Champions Trophy 2025: ‘Unsung heroes’ Shreyas, Rahul play middle-order role to perfection

India’s Champions Trophy victory has been a complete team effort in which everyone has stepped up at different points to make vital contributions. Rahul and Shreyas Iyer were two such players whose consistent performances made some nervy chases look much more straightforward than they were. RELATED | No unnecessary rumours: Jadeja shuts down retirement talks after Champions Trophy win “It requires a lot of preparation and work outside the cricket field, just sitting and thinking about how I need to take each game and how I need to perform in different situations. Skipper Rohit Sharma even labelled the Mumbai batter a ‘silent hero.’ “Throughout the tournament he was brilliant and important to us in that middle phase.

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14 hours, 13 minutes ago

"Most improved batsman": Ganguly impressed with Shreyas after match-winning heroics for PBKS

Hindustan Times

New Delhi, : Former India captain Sourav Ganguly believes Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer is the most "improved" batter in the past year and appears to be "ready" for all formats. "Most improved batsman": Ganguly impressed with Shreyas after match-winning heroics for PBKS Shreyas has rediscovered himself after being dropped from BCCI's central contract list for 2023-24. After ending India's …

1 week, 1 day ago

Shreyas Iyer on PBKS’ mindset ahead of IPL 2025: “Our goal is to win trophy”

The Hindu

With the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League around the corner, Punjab Kings addressed the media at the season-launch press conference on Tuesday. Head Coach Ricky Ponting, Captain Shreyas Iyer and CEO Satish Menon, delved deeper into the team’s plans and targets. READ: IPL 2025: Samson joins Rajasthan Royals practice session after recovering from finger injury Shreyas also expressed …

1 week, 1 day ago

Shreyas Iyer reveals his preferred batting position ahead of IPL

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: He fought perceptions about a so-called technical shortcoming, was "typecast", and had his contract torn up within months of being a World Cup hero but Shreyas Iyer was indefatigable through it all, trusting his sincerity and uncomplicated mind to steer him through. The 30-year-old has built himself into one of India's most consistent number four batters in recent …

1 week, 1 day ago

'Don’t have to send any message to anyone': Shreyas Iyer pummels critics in 'very satisfying' Champions Trophy reminder

Hindustan Times

India batter Shreyas Iyer capped off a fabulous run in ODI cricket in the last two months. Although it started on a concerning note, with Iyer being handed uncertainty over his role in the set-up, the 30-year-old wrapped it up on a heroic note after he finished as India's leading run-getter in the victorious Champions Trophy campaign. Shreyas Iyer was …

1 week, 2 days ago

Six-hitting against spin not natural, outcome of hard work: Shreyas

Hindustan Times

Mumbai: Shreyas Iyer was India’s highest run-getter in the Champions Trophy win, leading the way by controlling middle overs scoring on the slow challenging pitches in Dubai. Excerpts: Would you say your Champions Trophy runs were even more special than the 530 you made in the 2023 ODI World Cup? India lost the final in 2023 and you missed the …

2 weeks ago

India’s Unstoppable Champions Trophy Run: 6 Heroes Who Made It Happen

The Hindu

India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the final in Dubai, securing its second ICC title in nine months. Most Champions Trophy Titles: India – 3 Australia – 2 6 Key Players Who Powered India’s Triumph Rohit Sharma – The Aggressor Runs: 180 in 5 innings Strike rate: 100 PowerPlay impact: 41-ball 50 in the final, setting up a …

2 weeks, 1 day ago

'He didn't get a single Man of the Match': Indian star's unsung role in Champions Trophy gets Kaif's attention

Hindustan Times

Shreyas Iyer made a massive impact in India's incredible Champions Trophy triumph as he was the second-leading run-getter in the tournament. Axar Patel and Shreyas Iyer were India's backbone with the bat during the Champions Trophy 2025 title triumph. Former India batter Mohammad Kaif was highly impressed with Iyer's comeback and scoring consistently well despite not playing Tests and T20Is …

'Sometimes my efforts go unnoticed': Shreyas Iyer reacts to Rohit Sharma's 'silent hero' tag on Champions Trophy show

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2 weeks, 1 day ago

'Sometimes my efforts go unnoticed': Shreyas Iyer reacts to Rohit Sharma's 'silent hero' tag on Champions Trophy show

Hindustan Times

For the second consecutive time in an ICC tournament, Shreyas Iyer staked his claim as one of India's best No. 4 in any edition of the 50-over tournament, Iyer emerged as the team's leading run-getter in the recently-concluded Champions Trophy. Shreyas Iyer was India's highest run-getter in Champions Trophy After the end of the campaign, India captain Rohit Sharma labelled …

2 weeks, 1 day ago

Shreyas Iyer's Raw Emotion: Talks About 'Recognition' After Champions Trophy

ABP News

Shreyas Iyer, a key figure in India's Champions Trophy 2025 triumph, has opened up about his mixed emotions despite recent success. I asked myself all these questions, prepared a routine, and started focussing on my training and the skills I added side by side," Shreyas Iyer told Times of India. I think sometimes it gets unnoticed but extremely satisfied with …

2 weeks, 1 day ago

Shreyas Iyer recalls 'tough phase' before Champions Trophy: Very few messaged me

India Today

India cricketer Shreyas Iyer said a 'tough phase' in his career after the 2023 World Cup taught him a lot about himself and the areas he needed to improve. Shreyas played a key role in India's Champions Trophy 2025 triumph, scoring 243 runs and finishing as India's leading run-scorer in five matches. Speaking after the Champions Trophy final in Dubai, …

2 weeks, 2 days ago

Kohli-Sharma's dandiya to Gavaskar and Iyer's dance: How Team India celebrated after winning the Champions Trophy 2025

Hindustan Times

The champagne flowed freely, Punjabi beats electrified the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, and countless selfies captured the joyous moments after India beat New Zealand by four wickets to win the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Indian cricketers shared some beautiful moments with their family after the win against New Zealand in ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Captain Rohit Sharma’s wife, Ritika Sajdeh, …

2 weeks, 2 days ago

Axar Patel lauds Rohit Sharma’s captaincy after Champions Trophy 2025 win: ‘Haath me trophy hai…’

Live Mint

Axar Patel lauded India's captain Rohit Sharma after the Men in Blue defeated the Kiwis to stake claim as the 2025 ODI Champions Trophy winners. But today, when you look at the results, and even after the first two matches, everyone must have realized how important that decision was.” Notably, India had picked four spinners in their 15 member provisional …

2 weeks, 2 days ago

‘Never doubt Rohit Sharma’: Netizens laud Indian captain after winning Champions Trophy 2025

Live Mint

Rohit Sharma led India won second straight ICC event on Sunday as they defeated New Zealand in the finals of Champions Trophy 2025 to win the match. After the win, netizens were all praises for Indian captain Rohit Sharma going to the extent of calling him a ‘true gem’ and cheering when he decided to not retire after final clash. …

2 weeks, 2 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025 Statistics: Rahul, Varun top batting and bowling average; Kiwis lead on multiple fronts

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KL Rahul and Varun Chakravarthy finished with the best average with bat and ball respectively while New Zealand players topped multiple statistics, from the leading run-getter and wicket-taker to the highest team total and partnership. KL Rahul and Varun Chakravarthy registered the best batting and bowling average respectively while New Zealand finished ahead of other teams on several statistical fronts. …

2 weeks, 2 days ago

Champions Trophy win cements India's status as cricket's best team, an achievement that is sadly tainted

ABC

When India recorded a comprehensive seven-wicket win over arch-rivals Pakistan at the 2023 ICC World Cup, then-Pakistan team director Mickey Arthur's comments afterwards were telling. Arthur's words seem to ring truer than ever about how world cricket operates after India took out the ICC Champions Trophy, where they somehow had more favourable conditions than the tournament's host nation Pakistan. India's …

2 weeks, 2 days ago

'Silent hero' Shreyas Iyer was brilliant throughout: Rohit Sharma credits India batter

India Today

Rohit Sharma praised Shreyas Iyer, calling him the ‘silent hero’ in India’s Champions Trophy 2025 victory. While Rohit, Virat Kohli, and Shubman Gill stole the spotlight, the 30-year-old Shreyas played a crucial role, finishing as India’s leading run-scorer. “Not to forget the silent hero Shreyas Iyer throughout the tournament was brilliant. ‘My work was less than it should be’ In …

2 weeks, 2 days ago

India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 Final: Here’s what you missed from yesterday’s match in Dubai

Live Mint

Skipper Rohit Sharma led from the front with an excellent half-century as a resolute India held their nerve to win an unprecedented third Champions Trophy title with a four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the final on Sunday in Dubai. Bowling first after Rohit lost his 12th straight toss, India's spinners restricted New Zealand to 251/7 in the allotted 50 …

2 weeks, 3 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, …

2 weeks, 3 days ago

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

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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, 3 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 …

2 weeks, 3 days ago

India win third Champions Trophy title with four-wicket victory over New Zealand

Deccan Chronicle

Dubai: Skipper Rohit Sharma led from the front with an excellent half-century as a resolute India held their nerve to win an unprecedented third Champions Trophy title with a four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the final here on Sunday. Bowling first after Rohit lost his 12th straight toss, India's spinners restricted New Zealand to 251 for seven in the …

2 weeks, 3 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Rachin Ravindra wins Player of the Tournament award

The Hindu

Rachin Ravindra was adjudged the Player of the Tournament of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday. Ravindra scored 263 runs in four innings at an average 68.75 and a strike rate of over 106. The 25-year-old made the record of scoring most hundreds by a New Zealand player in ICC events - 4 - during the course of the …

2 weeks, 3 days ago

India win third Champions Trophy title as Rohit Sharma, Shreyas Iyer rise to the occasion against New Zealand

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Rohit Sharma finally produced an innings of note after a series of starts, posting 76 with Shreyas Iyer rescuing India from a wobble with a fine 48 as India defeated New Zealand by four wickets after being set a competitive 252 to win at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. India captain Rohit Sharma got India off to an …

India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 Final: Rohit Sharma’s blazing 50 puts India in command

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 Final: Rohit Sharma’s blazing 50 puts India in command

Live Mint

IND vs NZ Champions Trophy 2025 Final: Team India captain Rohit Sharma delivered a crucial knock in the Champions Trophy 2025 final against New Zealand, smashing a rapid half-century to keep India on track in their chase. On the day of the Champions Trophy 2025 final between India and New Zealand, the captain raised his hand and declared that he …

2 weeks, 3 days ago

India vs New Zealand: Ravindra moves to top of Champions Trophy run-getter’ list; Kohli at fourth spot

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Ravindra moved past Ben Duckett to the top of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy run-scorers’ list with a knock of 37 in the final against India. AP The ninth edition of the Champions Trophy is set to conclude on Sunday with India and New Zealand locking horns in the final. Champions Trophy 2025: News | Results Ravindra, meanwhile, surged past …

2 weeks, 3 days ago

Most Runs in Champions Trophy 2025: Rachin Ravindra finishes on top - Check updated list of leading run-getters

Live Mint

New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra topped the run charts in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 with 263 runs after the opener scored 37 off 29 balls in the final against India. Updated list for most runs in Champions Trophy 2025 Player Inns Runs HS Ave SR 100 50 Rachin Ravindra 4 263 112 65.75 106.47 2 – Shreyas Iyer 5 243 …

2 weeks, 3 days ago

India vs New Zealand, Champions Trophy 2025 Final: Rohit, Rahul shine as IND clinch title after tense chase

Hindustan Times

India vs New Zealand, Champions Trophy 2025 Final: India are the champions! Varun Chakaravarthy and Kuldeep Yadav were India's best bowlers on show, picking up two wickets each, and while Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel didn't have too many wickets to show for their effort, their combined squeeze helped restrict New Zealand from getting to a much more threatening total. …

2 weeks, 3 days ago

India vs New Zealand, Champions Trophy 2025 Final: Rohit, Rahul shine as IND clinch title after tense chase

Hindustan Times

Champions Trophy Final: Suryakumar Yadav advises team India to play ‘fearless’ cricket; ‘We win or we learn’

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Champions Trophy Final: Suryakumar Yadav advises team India to play ‘fearless’ cricket; ‘We win or we learn’

Live Mint

India's T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav has some advice for the Men in Blue going in to the final of Champions Trophy 2025 today. Surya urged his fellow teammates to play ‘fearless’ cricket and post a big total against the Kiwis. Speaking at the India Today Conclave, Surya said, "In a match, say two batters score 75 runs each, then two …

2 weeks, 3 days ago

India clinch Champions Trophy with narrow four-wicket win over New Zealand

New Indian Express

Bowling first after Rohit lost his 12th straight toss, India's spinners restricted New Zealand to 251 for seven in the allotted 50 overs, with Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakaravarthy making significant contributions with the ball. India completed the chase of 252 with six balls to spare after Rohit and Shreyas Iyer shone with the bat. For New Zealand, Daryl Mitchell, …

Champions Trophy final: How Team India can cause yet another ICC event heartbreak for New Zealand

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Champions Trophy final: How Team India can cause yet another ICC event heartbreak for New Zealand

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India face New Zealand in the final of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai exactly a week after defeating them by 44 runs in their Group A meeting at the same venue. Champions Trophy 2025: News | Schedule | Results Standing between them and the glittering trophy is New Zealand, a team that they had defeated last Sunday by …

2 weeks, 4 days ago

IND vs NZ: Why Shreyas Iyer deserves credit for Virat Kohli’s success in Champions Trophy? Ravichandran Ashwin explains

Live Mint

Shreyas Iyer might not have got a hundred or a Player of Match award but deserves a lot of credit for Virat Kohli's success in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, according to former spinner Ravichandran Ashwin. While Virat Kohli is topping the run-getter's charts among the Indians with 217 runs from four games, Shreyas Iyer is marginally behind with 195 …

2 weeks, 5 days 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 …

2 weeks, 6 days ago

Shreyas Iyer ready to be India's X-factor in Champions Trophy final vs New Zealand

India Today

By Siddharth Viswanathan India versus New Zealand in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. If you look at the sequence of runs that Shreyas Iyer has managed in his ODI career against New Zealand, that's also impressive. And if you look at his record versus New Zealand in ICC events, the Mumbai batter has scored 217 runs at …

3 weeks ago

Champions Trophy: Axar Patel, India's silent crusader

New Indian Express

CHENNAI: On June 29, 2024, when Axar Patel walked out to bat at the Kensington Oval, Barbados, the occasion could not have been bigger. Even as Kohli walked away with the player of the final award, it is hard to look past Axar as the one who not just saved but changed the game towards India during the first innings. …

3 weeks, 1 day ago

Shreyas Iyer opens up ahead of Ind vs Aus Champions Trophy semi-final match: ‘Gate to glory is now visible’

Live Mint

Ind vs Aus 1st Semi Final: India and Australia—the two powerhouses of world cricket—will face off in the semi-finals of the Champions Trophy 2025 at the Dubai International Stadium today. Ahead of today's high-stakes Ind vs Aus match, India middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer opened up about playing in the semi-finals. See you on the other side.” Shreyas Iyer in Champions …

Shreyas Iyer's importance in middle-order outlined by ex-IND no 4 batter: ‘We don’t talk about him enough’

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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Shreyas Iyer's importance in middle-order outlined by ex-IND no 4 batter: ‘We don’t talk about him enough’

Hindustan Times

Shreyas Iyer has once again become an undroppable part of the ODI setup after a consistent show in recent matches. The stylish batter made his return to the Indian team with England ODIs, and since then, he has managed to breach the 50-run mark on four occasions in six matches. Shreyas held one end when India lost their top order …

3 weeks, 2 days ago

IND vs NZ: How Shreyas Iyer proved the difference in rare Champions Trophy clash dominated by bowlers

Firstpost

Shreyas Iyer’s 98-ball 79, in which he brought up his slowest ODI fifty till date, proved to be the difference between the two sides with the Mumbaikar playing a key role in helping India recover from 30/3 to post a competitive 249 on the board. Shreyas Iyer raises his bat after completing his half-century in 75 deliveries during the Champions …

3 weeks, 2 days ago

Shreyas Iyer on Indian team comeback after whirlwind 1.5 years: It's you vs you

India Today

Shreyas Iyer commented on the mantra that he followed to get back into the Indian team after a whirlwind one and a half years. SEMI-FINAL LINE-UP CONFIRMED Speaking to the broadcasters after India's win over New Zealand, Shreyas said that the last one and a half years taught him how to take responsibility for himself rather than depend on someone …

3 weeks, 3 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Varun Chakaravarthy’s maiden five-for routs New Zealand, guides India to top-of-table finish

The Hindu

Varun Chakaravarthy’s previous international appearances at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium were forgettable when he went wicketless in the three games he played during the 2021 T20 World Cup. However, the Varun of 2025 is a far more savvy cricketer than he was four years ago and produced a mesmerising spell to help the Men in Blue finish on top …

Virat Kohli pulls Shreyas Iyer's leg, mocks his fielding blunder with mimicry during IND vs NZ Champions Trophy clash

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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Virat Kohli pulls Shreyas Iyer's leg, mocks his fielding blunder with mimicry during IND vs NZ Champions Trophy clash

Hindustan Times

Virat Kohli was in a lively mood on the field during his 300th ODI match when India took on New Zealand in the Champions Trophy clash at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Earlier, with the bat, Shreyas Iyer stabilised India's sinking ship by raising a 98-run stand with Axar Patel and struck 79 from 98 deliveries, a perfect blend of …

3 weeks, 3 days ago

CT 2025: Shryeas Iyer continues sublime form with spellbinding performance against NZ in ODIs

Hindustan Times

Dubai, : Shreyas Iyer continued his prolific form against New Zealand in the ODIs by putting another dazzling performance on exhibition during the final group stage match in the ongoing Champions Trophy on Sunday. CT 2025: Shryeas Iyer continues sublime form with spellbinding performance against NZ in ODIs With India tottering at 30/3 in the powerplay, Shreyas brought out all …

3 weeks, 3 days ago

Watch: Virat Kohli mimics Shreyas Iyer's fielding blunder in hilarious moment

India Today

Virat Kohli kept the mood light on the field even as India made a few fielding errors while defending 249 against New Zealand in their final Group A match of the Champions Trophy 2025. Kohli had fans in stitches when he mimicked Shreyas Iyer's fielding blunder during the chase. India struggled to match New Zealand's intensity in the field, despite …

Shreyas Iyer emulates Virat Kohli with gritty knock vs spin in Dubai

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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Shreyas Iyer emulates Virat Kohli with gritty knock vs spin in Dubai

India Today

India's middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer continued his tremendous form in the ODI format with a gritty knock of 79 runs in the team's last group-stage match of the Champions Trophy 2025. Shreyas Iyer walked in to bat in the 6th over of the match after India captain Rohit Sharma lost his wicket against New Zealand. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | …

3 weeks, 4 days ago

Champions Trophy: Shreyas Iyer gifts net bowler new shoes in heartwarming gesture

India Today

Shreyas Iyer made the day for net bowler Jaskiran Singh as he presented the spinner with a pair of new shoes on Friday, February 28. It really means a lot," Jaskiran, who is one of the ICC net bowlers for the Champions Trophy, told PTI Videos. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table 'Special moment of my life' Jaskiran said …

3 weeks, 5 days ago

Champions Trophy | India keen to keep best XI fully fit for semifinal

The Hindu

Ahead of the final group game against New Zealand in the Champions Trophy, India trained for close to three hours here 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 …

3 weeks, 5 days 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 …

3 weeks, 6 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Shreyas Iyer reinforces his value as India’s middle-order lynchpin

The Hindu

Six years ago, during the 2019 ODI World Cup, India’s journey ended in the semifinals when it lost to New Zealand. Though he had a middling series in Sri Lanka last year where most batters struggled in the three-match joust, Shreyas roared back with scores of 59, 44, 78, 15, and 56, the most recent. Known for his ability to …

1 month ago

From freak injury to Champions Trophy 100: Rachin Ravindra reflects on comeback

India Today

New Zealand batter Rachin Ravindra expressed gratitude towards the team’s support staff, including coaches, doctors, and physios, as well as his family, for playing a key role in his comeback from injury. Ravindra’s brilliant knock ensured New Zealand’s smooth passage into the semi-finals with a comfortable victory. I'm very grateful to have a great support crew around me in terms …

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