What is Varun Chakravarthy's 'magic portion?' Harbhajan Singh's interesting take
3 weeks, 3 days ago

What is Varun Chakravarthy's 'magic portion?' Harbhajan Singh's interesting take

India Today  

Harbhajan Singh has claimed that the 'magic portion' in Varun Chakravarthy's bowling is that he hasn't played a lot of international cricket and batters are failing to read him off the hand. And good to see him getting this game and contributing to India's success, and I hope that he'll continue even in the semis and also in the finals," said Harbhajan. 'India should stick with 4 spinners' Harbhajan also said that India should keep the same team and play with 4 spinners in the semi-final and potentially, the final of the competition. I think spinners will be key and India made the right choice by picking 4 spinners, and that should be the way forward," said Harbhajan.

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Ever-improving Varun Chakravarthy excited for Virat Kohli in IPL 2025 opener
5 days, 11 hours ago

Ever-improving Varun Chakravarthy excited for Virat Kohli in IPL 2025 opener

India Today  

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders take on Royal Challengers Bangalore in the first match of the Indian Premier League on Saturday, March 22. Kolkata's talismanic spin-bowling duo – Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine – will once again be under focus as Kolkata looks to begin their title defense in style. Speaking ahead of the IPL opener, mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy …

‘Excited to come up against Virat’: KKR star Varun Chakravarthy ahead of IPL 2025 opener against RCB
5 days, 13 hours ago

‘Excited to come up against Virat’: KKR star Varun Chakravarthy ahead of IPL 2025 opener against RCB

Live Mint  

Kolkata, March 21 : Ahead of his side's Indian Premier League 2025 campaign opener, Kolkata Knight Riders spinner Varun Chakravarthy expressed excitement for a potential battle against star India and Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli. The IPL 2025 will kickstart with a highly-anticipated contest between defending champions KKR and RCB at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, the match that started …

Focused on consistency, Varun Chakravarthy working on few other deliveries for IPL 2025
5 days, 19 hours ago

Focused on consistency, Varun Chakravarthy working on few other deliveries for IPL 2025

Live Mint  

Kolkata, Mar 21 Mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy, who has been a key player for the Indian team as well as the Kolkata Knight Riders side, believes that consistency is the key to success and he's working on adding new variations to his craft. From battling fitness challenges to becoming a key figure in India's recent Champions Trophy triumph where he …

Abhishek, Chakravarthy remain in 2nd place in T20I rankings for batters and bowlers
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1 week ago

Abhishek, Chakravarthy remain in 2nd place in T20I rankings for batters and bowlers

Hindustan Times  

Dubai, Indian swashbuckler Abhishek Sharma and mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy continued to hold on to their career-best number two position in the latest ICC T20I chart for batters and bowlers respectively. Abhishek, Chakravarthy remain in 2nd place in T20I rankings for batters and bowlers Hardik Pandya leads the all-rounders' list with 252 points ahead of Nepal's Dipendra Singh Airee and …

Varun Chakaravarthy recalls ‘dark’ phase post 2021 T20 World Cup, Champions Trophy winner reveals ‘I had to hide’
1 week, 4 days ago

Varun Chakaravarthy recalls ‘dark’ phase post 2021 T20 World Cup, Champions Trophy winner reveals ‘I had to hide’

Live Mint  

India spinner Varun Chakaravarthy recalled the darkest and depressing phase of his career when he revealed that he received threat calls following the national team's group stage exit from the 2021 T20 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates. Following his India debut, Varun Chakaravarthy was named in the Virat Kohli-led Indian squad for the T20 World Cup in 2021. …

Gambhir told to use his Champions Trophy trump card for England Tests in startling suggestion: 'It's a swollen nerve...'
1 week, 6 days ago

Gambhir told to use his Champions Trophy trump card for England Tests in startling suggestion: 'It's a swollen nerve...'

Hindustan Times  

After answering his critics with a Champions Trophy haul on Sunday in Dubai, India head coach Gautam Gambhir has his eyes set on the next nig assignment - Test tour of England - slated to begin in late June, which will mark the beginning of the new World Test Championship cycle. India's head coach Gautam Gambhir's next assignment will be …

Play Varun Chakravarthy in England Test series: Navjot Singh Sidhu
2 weeks ago

Play Varun Chakravarthy in England Test series: Navjot Singh Sidhu

India Today  

Former India cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu believes that India should field mystery spinners against England in the upcoming five-match Test series, highlighting Varun Chakravarthy as a potential game-changer. Sidhu feels that exploiting England’s historical weakness against mystery spin could give India a major advantage. Sidhu, while speaking to India Today's sister channel, Sports Today, suggested that India head coach Gautam …

Most Wickets in Champions Trophy 2025: Varun Chakaravarthy finish in top three - Updated list of leading wicket-takers
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Most Wickets in Champions Trophy 2025: Varun Chakaravarthy finish in top three - Updated list of leading wicket-takers

Live Mint  

India Mohammed Shami and Varun Chakaravarthy finished in the top three of the highest wicket-takers after taking two and one wicket respectively in the final of the Champions Trophy 2025 final against New Zealand in Dubai on Sunday. New Zealand's Matt Henry, who missed the final game due to an injury, tops the list with 10 wickets. Having said that, …

India vs New Zealand final: Santner says experience of playing Men in Blue last week 'will definitely help us out'
2 weeks, 4 days ago

India vs New Zealand final: Santner says experience of playing Men in Blue last week 'will definitely help us out'

Firstpost  

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner also said his teammates have learnt some valuable lessons from getting bamboozled by mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy, who had starred in India’s 44-run victory in Dubai last Sunday with a haul of 5/42. New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner celebrates with Glenn Phillips after dismissing KL Rahul during the Champions Trophy Group A match against India …

New Zealand aim to neutralise 'big threat' Varun Chakaravarthy in Champions Trophy 2025 final vs India
2 weeks, 5 days ago

New Zealand aim to neutralise 'big threat' Varun Chakaravarthy in Champions Trophy 2025 final vs India

India TV News  

New Zealand aim to neutralise 'big threat' Varun Chakaravarthy in Champions Trophy 2025 final vs India Varun Chakaravarthy returned with figures of 5/42 in the group stage match against New Zealand. Their head coach, Gary Stead, has admitted that the BlackCaps are planning to neutralise Varun Varun Chakaravarthy has taken the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy by storm. In just two …

Varun Dhawan’s latest joke on name mix-up with Varun Chakravarthy leaves fans in splits: ‘Take more wickets in final'
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Varun Dhawan’s latest joke on name mix-up with Varun Chakravarthy leaves fans in splits: ‘Take more wickets in final'

Hindustan Times  

Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan just made an already hilarious mix-up even funnier. After fans mistakenly confused him with Indian spinner Varun Chakravarthy, the 37-year-old actor decided to take the joke up a notch—by photoshopping his face onto the cricketer’s. Varun Dhawan’s spin on the Chakravarthy mix-up has fans reacting hilariously on social media. All the best to the boys in …

Judwa 3? Varun Chakaravarthy’s ’well bowled’ response as fans hail Varun Dhawan for Travis Head’s wicket
3 weeks ago

Judwa 3? Varun Chakaravarthy’s ’well bowled’ response as fans hail Varun Dhawan for Travis Head’s wicket

Live Mint  

Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan was mistaken for Indian spinner Varun Chakaravarthy by fans in a hilarious turn of events. Amid this, the mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy appeared in the comment section and dropped a playful response. Previously, a fan had commented in Varun's 3-day-old post, “Thank you Varun bhai Travis Head ka wicket lene.” The actor seized the moment and …

Varun Chakaravarthy enters ICC ODI rankings in style, jumps 143 places in just two matches
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Varun Chakaravarthy enters ICC ODI rankings in style, jumps 143 places in just two matches

India TV News  

Varun Chakaravarthy enters ICC ODI rankings in style, jumps 143 places in just two matches India's mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy picked up seven wickets in two matches played in the Champions Trophy so far. Varun Chakaravarthy has officially entered the top 100 in the latest ICC ODI rankings for the bowlers. Thanks to these seven wickets, the mystery spinner jumped …

It's been a different Varun Chakravarthy since he has come back to international cricket: Suryakumar
3 weeks, 1 day ago

It's been a different Varun Chakravarthy since he has come back to international cricket: Suryakumar

The Hindu  

India's T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav on Tuesday said mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy has been a different player since his comeback to international cricket, for he has become mentally tougher and plays with a smile on his face. “The way he left in 2021 and the way he has come back, there are two different Varun Chakravarthys,” Suryakumar, the brand ambassador …

Suryakumar Yadav hails Varun Chakaravarthy’s second wind in international cricket, impact in Champions Trophy
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Suryakumar Yadav hails Varun Chakaravarthy’s second wind in international cricket, impact in Champions Trophy

The Hindu  

India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav on Tuesday said mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy has been a different player since his comeback to international cricket, for he has become mentally tougher and plays with a smile on his face. “He has become a little tough mentally, yet he is smiling a lot and taking everything in his stride irrespective of what happens …

Will Varun Chakravarthy hold his spot or will Harshit Rana stage a comeback? Check IND’s predicted XI for AUS semi-final
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Will Varun Chakravarthy hold his spot or will Harshit Rana stage a comeback? Check IND’s predicted XI for AUS semi-final

Live Mint  

India and Australia are set to lock horns for the semi-finals of the Champions Trophy at the Dubai International stadium today. Varun Chakravarthy's selection gives team management headache: While India had opted for a combination of two frontline pacers, with Hardik Pandya providing a third option, and three spinners in the first two matches of the Champions Trophy, they changed …

Surprise! Australia add 2 extra spinners to support Adam Zampa vs India
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Surprise! Australia add 2 extra spinners to support Adam Zampa vs India

India Today  

As Australia prepare to take on India in the high-stakes Champions Trophy semi-final in Dubai, the Steve Smith-led side have made two bold changes to their Playing XI, both aimed at strengthening their spin attack. |India vs Australia, Champions Trophy semi-final Updates| Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table However, it was the inclusion of two additional spinners that caught …

India's spin overload vindicated as team lays out Varun trap for Australia in semis
3 weeks, 2 days ago

India's spin overload vindicated as team lays out Varun trap for Australia in semis

India Today  

"I have been here long enough to know what kind of players are talented," said India captain Rohit Sharma ahead of the semi-final of the Champions Trophy. After receiving praise for playing Varun Chakravarthy in the final group-stage match against New Zealand, Rohit Sharma broke down India's decision to field four spinners, alongside Chakravarthy, who was fast-tracked into the ODI …

IND vs AUS: Varun Chakravarthy retains spot as India go with 4 spinners
Top News
3 weeks, 2 days ago

IND vs AUS: Varun Chakravarthy retains spot as India go with 4 spinners

India Today  

India have decided to stick with the four spinners policy for the semi-final against Australia in Dubai on Tuesday, March 4 as Varun Chakravarthy retained his spot in the side. Speaking at the press conference ahead of the semi-final, Rohit said that the option of 4 spinners was tempting and India have decided to go ahead with it. We've played …

Varun Chakravarthy a national treasure: India fans after Travis Head's wicket
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Varun Chakravarthy a national treasure: India fans after Travis Head's wicket

India Today  

India spinner Varun Chakravarthy was showered with praise from Indian cricket fans after he bagged the key wicket of Australia's Travis Head in the Champions Trophy semi-final on March 4 in Dubai. While the mystery spinner was already in fine form after his five-wicket haul against New Zealand in India's final group-stage match, dismissing Head—who has often tormented India in …

"When he gets it right, he knocks people over": Rohit hails Varun's performance against New Zealand
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

"When he gets it right, he knocks people over": Rohit hails Varun's performance against New Zealand

Hindustan Times  

Dubai, : Ahead of the semifinal clash against Australia in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at Dubai International Stadium on Tuesday, Team India skipper Rohit Sharma praised mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy for his match-winning spell in the last group stage match against New Zealand. "When he gets it right, he knocks people over": Rohit hails Varun's performance against New …

Varun Chakaravarthy's befitting response to Rohit Sharma saying 'he bowls only 1 variation': 'They don't feel that I...'
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Varun Chakaravarthy's befitting response to Rohit Sharma saying 'he bowls only 1 variation': 'They don't feel that I...'

Hindustan Times  

Varun Chakaravarthy spun his web against New Zealand and claimed a maiden five-wicket haul to set up the foundation of India’s 44-run win. Rohit Sharma was asked about Varun's bowling ahead of India's tournament opener versus Bangladesh and the skipper revealed that the KKR spinner doesn't "bowl a lot of variations" in the nets to the Indian batters. So that's …

Varun Chakaravarthy’s selection masterstroke: ‘He has got something different’, says Captain Rohit Sharma
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Varun Chakaravarthy’s selection masterstroke: ‘He has got something different’, says Captain Rohit Sharma

The Hindu  

The X-factor around mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy's bowling influenced his selection for India's last Champions Trophy group game against New Zealand, skipper Rohit Sharma said here on Sunday after the move proved to be a masterstroke. If he gets it right, it's very difficult to read him," Rohit said of Chakaravarthy at the presentation ceremony. Rohit said it was important …

‘Meant for greatness’: Varun Chakravarthy’s 5-wicket haul against New Zealand earns massive praise
3 weeks, 3 days ago

‘Meant for greatness’: Varun Chakravarthy’s 5-wicket haul against New Zealand earns massive praise

Live Mint  

Spinner Varun Chakravarthy was at his best on Sunday as he took his first 5-wicket haul in ODI cricket and essentially dismantled the Kiwi batting line-up. After the match, Chakravarthy received massive praise from former India cricketer Sreesanth who said the spinner is ‘meant for greatness’. Not just Sreesanth, former New Zealand head coach Mike Hesson was also impressed by …

Rohit Sharma Admits To Having A ‘Good Headache’ After Varun Chakravarthy’s Brilliance In IND vs NZ Clash
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Rohit Sharma Admits To Having A ‘Good Headache’ After Varun Chakravarthy’s Brilliance In IND vs NZ Clash

ABP News  

India defeated New Zealand by 44 runs in the final group-stage match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on March 2 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai. And at the centre of India’s win was Varun Chakravarthy, who made his Champions Trophy debut in Dubai. ALSO ON ABP Live | IND vs NZ: India Beat New Zealand By …

Varun Chakaravarthy convinced Rohit, Gambhir he’ll be an asset; India coach, captain tempted to unleash him vs Australia
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Varun Chakaravarthy convinced Rohit, Gambhir he’ll be an asset; India coach, captain tempted to unleash him vs Australia

Hindustan Times  

Varun Chakravarthy is a late entrant into competitive and, by extension, international cricket. A month shy of his 30th birthday at the time of his first Twenty20 International in July 2021, he was picked for the T20 World Cup that same year on the back of his ‘mystery’. India's Varun Chakaravarthy took 5-wicket haul against New Zealand during their ICC …

It's right time to unleash Chakravarthy: says Ravi Shastri
3 weeks, 3 days ago

It's right time to unleash Chakravarthy: says Ravi Shastri

New Indian Express  

DUBAI: Former players hailed Varun Chakravarthy for his "exceptional" bowling display against New Zealand, with Ravi Shastri backing his inclusion in the semifinals of the Champions Trophy, saying it is the right time to unleash him against Australia. They brought him into the side; he's got a five-wicket haul, and I think he's there to stay," former head coach Shastri …

Cracks to craftsmanship: Varun Chakravarthy redesigns his Dubai story
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Cracks to craftsmanship: Varun Chakravarthy redesigns his Dubai story

India Today  

Sunday's Champions Trophy match between India and New Zealand was not just another game for Varun Chakravarthy. Under the bright lights of the 'Ring of Fire'-- the Dubai International Cricket Stadium -- Varun became only the third Indian bowler to take a five-wicket haul in the Champions Trophy. Just five years after beginning his professional cricket career, Varun found himself …

Playing Varun Chakravarthy unbelievably good decision from Rohit-Gambhir: R Ashwin
Top News
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Playing Varun Chakravarthy unbelievably good decision from Rohit-Gambhir: R Ashwin

India Today  

Ravichandran Ashwin believes India skipper Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir made an excellent call by selecting Varun Chakravarthy against New Zealand in their final group-stage fixture of the Champions Trophy on March 2. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Ashwin praised Rohit and Gambhir for accurately assessing the Dubai pitch conditions and bringing in Chakravarthy in place of Harshit …

Spin decisive but Australia not focusing just on Varun Chakravarthy: Steve Smith
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Spin decisive but Australia not focusing just on Varun Chakravarthy: Steve Smith

India Today  

Australia captain Steve Smith commented on the ‘Varun Chakravarthy’ threat ahead of the semi-final against India in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Ahead of the game, India unleashed their hidden weapon in wrist-spinner Varun Chakravarthy during their last group fixture against New Zealand. The Australia skipper replied that the Indian team is full of quality spin bowlers, hence their sole …

Despite Varun heroics, Rohit Sharma unsure of India using 4 spinners in semis
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Despite Varun heroics, Rohit Sharma unsure of India using 4 spinners in semis

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma has admitted that they're unsure of continuing the four-spinner template against Australia in the semi-final despite the heroics of Varun Chakravarthy in the final group game against New Zealand on March 2. Speaking at the press conference after the win, Rohit said that they will need to think about how they will fit four spinners in …

IND vs NZ | Varun Chakravarthy elated with Dubai redemption: Looks good right now
3 weeks, 3 days ago

IND vs NZ | Varun Chakravarthy elated with Dubai redemption: Looks good right now

India Today  

India spinner Varun Chakravarthy expressed his delight at completing his Dubai redemption on Sunday, February 2 as he guided India to a big win over New Zealand. In 2021, Varun had a lacklustre T20 World Cup campaign, as he went wicketless in 3 matches and was dropped from the playing XI. While Varun went wicketless in T20 World Cup 2021, …

What made India select Varun Chakravarthy over Yashasvi Jaiswal? Rohit Sharma reveals
3 weeks, 3 days ago

What made India select Varun Chakravarthy over Yashasvi Jaiswal? Rohit Sharma reveals

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma revealed the reason behind the team management selecting Varun Chakravarthy over Yashasvi Jaiswal. Chakravarthy was a late addition to India’s 15-member squad for the Champions Trophy 2025 as he replaced Yashasvi Jaiswal in the team. Chakravarthy lived up to the expectations of the selectors as he picked up a five-wicket haul in his very first outing …

CT 2025: Chakravarthy opens up about bond with Ashwin; offers clarity on Rohit's "one variation" remark
3 weeks, 3 days ago

CT 2025: Chakravarthy opens up about bond with Ashwin; offers clarity on Rohit's "one variation" remark

Hindustan Times  

Dubai, : Mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy shed light on his bond with former India ball tweaker Ravichandran Ashwin. CT 2025: Chakravarthy opens up about bond with Ashwin; offers clarity on Rohit's "one variation" remark Ashwin and Chakravarthy spent time in the same dressing room at Dindigul Dragons in the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2024. Before India's final group stage match …

IND vs NZ Stats: Chakravarthy surpasses Shami with maiden ODI five-for; Kohli joins elite club
3 weeks, 3 days ago

IND vs NZ Stats: Chakravarthy surpasses Shami with maiden ODI five-for; Kohli joins elite club

Firstpost  

Varun Chakravarthy led the way with a haul of 5/42 as India bowl New Zealand out for 205 after setting them 250 to win in the final group match of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. India leg-spinner Varun Chakravarthy celebrates with Virat Kohli after dismissing New Zealand opener Will Young in the Champions Trophy Group A match in Dubai on …

Varun Chakravarthy’s high-five return to Dubai in India’s win over NZ
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Varun Chakravarthy’s high-five return to Dubai in India’s win over NZ

Hindustan Times  

Dubai: India had stocked their squad with spinners for a day like this. Chakravarthy, who replaced Harshit Rana, finished with a match-winning haul of 10-0-42-5 to best Matt Henry’s 5-fer as India beat New Zealand by 44 runs to top Group A in the Champions Trophy on Sunday. India spinner Varun Chakravarthy celebrates the wicket of New Zealand's Glenn Phillips …

Varun Chakravarthy has got something different, he has given us good headache: Rohit Sharma
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Varun Chakravarthy has got something different, he has given us good headache: Rohit Sharma

Firstpost  

Reflecting on India’s win over New Zealand in Champions Trophy, captain Rohit Sharma praised Varun Chakravarthy and Shreyas Iyer. Playing his first match in Champions Trophy, Varun Chakravarthy took five wickets as India defeated New Zealand. India had confidence to defend low score: Rohit Reacting to their sixth consecutive ODI win, Rohit said India always had the confidence of defending …

Varun Chakaravarthy reveals Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's role in maiden ODI fifer: 'Felt nervous, they told me...'
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Varun Chakaravarthy reveals Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's role in maiden ODI fifer: 'Felt nervous, they told me...'

Hindustan Times  

Varun Chakaravarthy stole the show in just his second ODI as he returned with a five-wicket haul in the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 Group A match against New Zealand at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday. Varun Chakaravarthy returned with five wickets as India defeated New Zealand by 44 runs. As a result of this spell, India defeated New …

Chakravarthy spins out NZ as India sets up semifinal against Australia at Champions Trophy
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Chakravarthy spins out NZ as India sets up semifinal against Australia at Champions Trophy

Associated Press  

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Spinner Varun Chakravarthy did most of the damage as India beat New Zealand by 44 runs on Sunday to win Group A and set up a Champions Trophy semifinal match against Australia. “I am not a big turner but if you bowled in the right areas, there was help from the surface.” Kuldeep Yadav took …

Harbhajan Singh proposes one change in India XI: 'Gautam Gambhir would think New Zealand don’t play spin well...'
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Harbhajan Singh proposes one change in India XI: 'Gautam Gambhir would think New Zealand don’t play spin well...'

Hindustan Times  

India are preparing for the third and final match of the ICC Champions Trophy group stages, having already sealed qualification, but battling against New Zealand to see which teams comes out top of the group. “Think we might get to see Varun Chakravarthy get a chance in the playing XI,” explained Harbhajan. “Maybe Gautam Gambhir would think that New Zealand …

Varun Chakravarthy's spin magic vs New Zealand in numbers: Stat Pack
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Varun Chakravarthy's spin magic vs New Zealand in numbers: Stat Pack

India Today  

India wrist-spinner Varun Chakravarthy had a remarkable outing against New Zealand in the team’s last group game in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday, March 2 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Champions Trophy 2025: India vs New Zealand Updates During his spell, Chakravarthy etched his name in record books as he achieved several remarkable feats during the match. …

Varun Chakravarthy gives Rohit Sharma good headache, Ravi Shastri backs him for semis
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Varun Chakravarthy gives Rohit Sharma good headache, Ravi Shastri backs him for semis

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma acknowledged that the team management, including coach Gautam Gambhir, faces a welcome selection dilemma ahead of the Champions Trophy semi-final against Australia, thanks to Varun Chakravarthy’s five-wicket haul against New Zealand on Sunday, 2 March. Varun dismantled the BlackCaps, who struggled against spin in Dubai, surrendering the top spot in Group A. Varun Chakravarthy was a …

How Varun Chakravarthy battled nervousness to help India win, spinner reveals
3 weeks, 4 days ago

How Varun Chakravarthy battled nervousness to help India win, spinner reveals

India Today  

India spinner Varun Chakravarthy revealed that he was nervous during his match-winning performance against New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday, March 2 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. The wrist-spinner picked up his maiden five-wicket haul and guided India to a 44-run win which helped them finish on the top of Group A. Champions Trophy 2025: …

India spin to win, Varun Chakravarthy architect of New Zealand downfall in Dubai
3 weeks, 4 days ago

India spin to win, Varun Chakravarthy architect of New Zealand downfall in Dubai

India Today  

Varun Chakravarthy and India sang a redemption song on Sunday in Dubai, exorcising the ghosts of the T20 World Cup 2021 by using spin to dismantle New Zealand in their Group A clash of the Champions Trophy 2025. It was a battle of contrasting styles, but India's four-man spin attack outclassed New Zealand's pace-heavy approach on a sluggish pitch at …

ICC Champions Trophy: Vindication for Varun in Dubai
3 weeks, 4 days ago

ICC Champions Trophy: Vindication for Varun in Dubai

New Indian Express  

What did he do? With Varun, the question was never about his skills or ability to take wickets, but about how he copes with the strain of the 50-over format at the highest level. The moment Varun showed that he could hold his own, adding to the fact that India were playing on slowish surfaces in Dubai, it was a …

IND vs NZ: Varun Chakravarthy gets a game, India play only 1 specialist pacer
3 weeks, 4 days ago

IND vs NZ: Varun Chakravarthy gets a game, India play only 1 specialist pacer

India Today  

Contrary to expectations, India rested young fast bowler Harshit Rana and added Varun Chakravarthy to the playing XI for their final Group A game of Champions Trophy 2025 against New Zealand. It was widely expected that senior fast bowler Mohammed Shami, who has been struggling with fitness concerns, would be rested and left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh would play in his …

India vs Pakistan: Will Varun Chakravarthy get a chance to heal old wounds?
1 month ago

India vs Pakistan: Will Varun Chakravarthy get a chance to heal old wounds?

India Today  

The cricketing world is set to come to a standstill as two heavyweights of the game, India and Pakistan, prepare to face off in the marquee Champions Trophy clash on Sunday, February 23, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table If Chakravarthy gets a chance against arch-rivals Pakistan, it will be a perfect opportunity …

Varun Chakravarthy experiment 2.0: Why India fans need to hold their horses
1 month, 1 week ago

Varun Chakravarthy experiment 2.0: Why India fans need to hold their horses

India Today  

India head into the Champions Trophy with their sights set on capturing their long-desired ICC ODI silverware. But they have also created immense pressure, with fans already expecting him to be India’s trump card in the Champions Trophy. Varun Is Not India’s Only Spin Option India boasts phenomenal spin depth in their Champions Trophy squad—so much so that even R …

‘Varun Chakarvarthy doesn’t show his weapon even to us': Rohit Sharma says India's mystery spinner in Champions Trophy
1 month, 1 week ago

‘Varun Chakarvarthy doesn’t show his weapon even to us': Rohit Sharma says India's mystery spinner in Champions Trophy

Hindustan Times  

After blanking England in the ODI series 3-0, India head coach Gautam Gambhir was asked whether Varun Chakaravarthy has done enough to warrant a place in India's XI in the Champions Trophy opener against Bangladesh in Dubai. The former India opener, obviously, said nothing about his chances of starting ahead of Kuldeep Yadav but added that he was picked in …

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