Spin decisive but Australia not focusing just on Varun Chakravarthy: Steve Smith
3 weeks 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 focus won’t be just on Chakravarthy. Chakravarthy’s match-winning performance of 5/42 helped India defeat New Zealand by 44 runs in their last group fixture and continue their unbeaten run in the ongoing event.

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Play Varun Chakravarthy in England Test series: Navjot Singh Sidhu
1 week, 4 days 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 …

IND vs NZ Predicted Playing XI for Champions Trophy final: India to continue winning combo with four spinners?
2 weeks ago

IND vs NZ Predicted Playing XI for Champions Trophy final: India to continue winning combo with four spinners?

The Hindu  

India is unlikely to change its winning combination when it takes on New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai on Sunday. Probable Playing XI India - Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakaravarthy. New Zealand - …

India vs New Zealand final: Santner says experience of playing Men in Blue last week 'will definitely help us out'
2 weeks, 1 day 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 …

Champions Trophy Final: Cheteshwar Pujara settles Dubai pitch debate; ‘Advantage for India is…’
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Champions Trophy Final: Cheteshwar Pujara settles Dubai pitch debate; ‘Advantage for India is…’

Live Mint  

India playing all their matches at the Dubai international stadium has been a hotbutton topic during almost the entire Champions Trophy with many cricketers bemoaning how the Men in Blue have an ‘unfair advantage’ on the pitch despite Pakistan being the hosts of the tournament. Veteran India batter Cheteshwar Pujara has now rubbished these claims stating that if India had …

IND vs NZ: Mitchell Santner wary of Virat Kohli, Varun Chakravarthy threat before final
2 weeks, 2 days ago

IND vs NZ: Mitchell Santner wary of Virat Kohli, Varun Chakravarthy threat before final

India Today  

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner is wary of the threat that Varun Chakravarthy poses in the final of the Champions Trophy. Speaking about the challenges against the Indian team, Santner said that while several Kiwi batters have played Varun in the Indian Premier League, they would be watching his videos more closely ahead of the final. Santner said that Varun's …

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

India vs New Zealand: 5 factors that could determine IND vs NZ result in Champions Trophy 2025 final
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

India vs New Zealand: 5 factors that could determine IND vs NZ result in Champions Trophy 2025 final

Live Mint  

Having faced each other in the group stages, India and New Zealand will once again come face-to-face in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Varun Chakravarthy's spin magic The decision to include Varun Chakravarthy at the last moment seems to have worked for the Indian team in the ICC Champions …

Hesson claims Varun Chakaravarthy’s threat alone could push New Zealand into major 'tactical' move for final vs India
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Hesson claims Varun Chakaravarthy’s threat alone could push New Zealand into major 'tactical' move for final vs India

Hindustan Times  

Team India will face New Zealand in the all-important Champions Trophy final on Sunday. Throughout the tournament, India didn't win a single toss; in fact, Rohit has lost the toss throughout India's last 14 ODIs, but according to former New Zealand coach Mike Hesson, it won't be a crucial factor come Sunday. Hesson believes the lack of dew factor in …

New Zealand would be better prepared: Wasim Jaffer cautions India before final
2 weeks, 3 days ago

New Zealand would be better prepared: Wasim Jaffer cautions India before final

India Today  

Former batter Wasim Jaffer stated that India may face a tough challenge in defeating New Zealand in the Champions Trophy 2025 final in Dubai on Sunday. Although India won their Group A clash against the Black Caps by 44 runs and topped the points table, Jaffer believed that New Zealand would be better prepared, having already played in Dubai. Champions …

India banking on Varun voodoo to blank Kiwis again come Champions Trophy final
2 weeks, 3 days ago

India banking on Varun voodoo to blank Kiwis again come Champions Trophy final

The Hindu  

Varun Chakaravarthy’s career has been filled with bursts of highs and lows. From not being part of the provisional squad, Varun is now the ace up India’s sleeve as it looks to reclaim the Champions Trophy on Sunday. READ: Champions Trophy Final: New Zealand vows to ‘find little ways to win moments’ against India The spinner from Tamil Nadu looms …

‘Already won the match’: Netizens rejoice after Varun Chakravarthy dismisses Travis Head early in CT25 semi-final clash
2 weeks, 5 days ago

‘Already won the match’: Netizens rejoice after Varun Chakravarthy dismisses Travis Head early in CT25 semi-final clash

Hindustan Times  

Social media erupted with joy after Indian spinner Varun Chakravarthy dismissed Australian batsman Travis Head in his very first over during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final clash between India and Australia in Dubai on Tuesday. Indian spinner Varun Chakravarthy dismissed Australian batsman Travis Head in his very first over The crucial breakthrough came on Chakravarthy’s second delivery, as Head, …

IND Vs AUS Semifinal, HIGHLIGHTS: India Beat Australia By 4 Wickets
2 weeks, 5 days ago

IND Vs AUS Semifinal, HIGHLIGHTS: India Beat Australia By 4 Wickets

ABP News  

IND vs AUS Semifinal, Live Updates: Welcome to ABP Live's live commentary of the India vs Australia ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match. Notably, while Pakistan plays host to the Champions Trophy 2025, India are playing all their matches in Dubai Team India topped Group A with an unbeaten streak, winning all three of their matches, while Australia secured second place …

India vs Australia Predicted Playing XI For Today’s Match: Four Spinners for Champions Trophy Semifinal?
2 weeks, 5 days ago

India vs Australia Predicted Playing XI For Today’s Match: Four Spinners for Champions Trophy Semifinal?

The Hindu  

India is likely to field four spinners against Australia in the Champions Trophy semifinal in Dubai. Australia must replace the injured Matthew Short, with Jake Fraser-McGurk as a backup opener, though all-rounder Cooper Connolly could slot into the middle order, pushing Steve Smith up. Predicted Playing XIs India - Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL …

Will Varun Chakravarthy hold his spot or will Harshit Rana stage a comeback? Check IND’s predicted XI for AUS semi-final
2 weeks, 5 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 …

India vs Australia LIVE SCORE, Champions Trophy semifinal: Varun Chakravarthy sends Travis Head packing
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

India vs Australia LIVE SCORE, Champions Trophy semifinal: Varun Chakravarthy sends Travis Head packing

Live Mint  

India vs Australia Semifinal LIVE SCORE, Champions Trophy 2025: India were sent to bowl first after Australia won the toss and opted to bat first in the first semifinal of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai on Tuesday. India vs Australia semifinal key moments Mohammed Shami dropped Travis head's catch at 0. Travis Head dismissed for 39 off Varun …

Cut the ‘Head’, attack with Varun: How India can beat Australia in Champions Trophy semi-final
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Cut the ‘Head’, attack with Varun: How India can beat Australia in Champions Trophy semi-final

Hindustan Times  

It’s been a while since India outwitted Australia in the knockout stages of a 50-over ICC tournament. WIN THE TOSS It’s been 13 One-Day Internationals since India last won the toss, in the 2023 World Cup semifinal against New Zealand. The aggressive left-hander took the 2023 World Test Championship final away from Rohit’s men with a blazing 163 and reprised …

Surprise! Australia add 2 extra spinners to support Adam Zampa vs India
2 weeks, 6 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 …

IND vs AUS: Varun Chakravarthy retains spot as India go with 4 spinners
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2 weeks, 6 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 …

IND vs AUS: Ravi Shastri suggests India to go with unchanged XI for semi-final
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

IND vs AUS: Ravi Shastri suggests India to go with unchanged XI for semi-final

India Today  

Former cricketer Ravi Shastri said that India shouldn’t tinker with their winning combination going into the semi-final of the Champions Trophy against Australia on Tuesday at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table Chakravarthy, who went wicketless in all three T20Is earlier in Dubai, picked up five wickets and helped India win by 44 runs. …

Watch: Varun Chakravarthy cures India's 'Head-ache', dismisses Travis Head for 39
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Watch: Varun Chakravarthy cures India's 'Head-ache', dismisses Travis Head for 39

India Today  

India wrist-spinner Varun Chakravarthy finally fulfilled the wish of a billion fans as he got the prized scalp of Travis Head in the semi final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Tuesday, March 4 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Travis Head was once again turning out to the thorn in India’s flesh as he got Australia off to …

Watch: Steve Smith magically survives against Axar Patel as bails remain intact
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Watch: Steve Smith magically survives against Axar Patel as bails remain intact

India Today  

Australia captain Steve Smith survived a close call during the semi-final against India on Tuesday, March 4 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Champions Trophy: India vs Australia Updates Watch the video here: Smith used his reprieve to good advantage as he brought up his half century. Meanwhile, Ravindra Jadeja provided India with crucial scalps in the middle overs as …

India's spin overload vindicated as team lays out Varun trap for Australia in semis
2 weeks, 6 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 …

Varun Chakravarthy a national treasure: India fans after Travis Head's wicket
2 weeks, 6 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 …

Champions Trophy 2025: India vs Australia semifinal will be decided during middle overs, says Smith
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: India vs Australia semifinal will be decided during middle overs, says Smith

The Hindu  

Steve Smith believes how his batters handle the Indian spinners during the middle-overs will decide the outcome of the semifinal on Tuesday. “I think for us the game’s probably won and lost how we play spin, particularly in the middle overs,” said the Australia captain on Monday. We have got a few options for how to go about it.” The …

Steve Smith brings Dubai talk ahead of semi-final against Rohit Sharma and Co: 'India played all their games here'
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Steve Smith brings Dubai talk ahead of semi-final against Rohit Sharma and Co: 'India played all their games here'

Hindustan Times  

The chorus continues to grow regarding India having a significant advantage of playing at just one venue in the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025. Ahead of the semi-final against India, Australia captain Steve Smith refrained from giving a definitive answer regarding the advantage bit. Australia and South Africa had travelled to Dubai before India's last Group A match against New …

Steve Smith hints repeat of 2023 World Cup final nightmare awaits India in semis: ‘Spoke to groundsman just now…’
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Steve Smith hints repeat of 2023 World Cup final nightmare awaits India in semis: ‘Spoke to groundsman just now…’

Hindustan Times  

The chorus continues to grow regarding India having a significant advantage of playing at just one venue in the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025. Ahead of the semi-final against India, Australia captain Steve Smith refrained from giving a definitive answer regarding the advantage bit. For the uninitiated, the 2023 ODI World Cup final pitch in Ahmedabad was also a similar …

India vs Australia Champions Trophy semi-final: Unbeaten India faces a depleted Australia in high-voltage contest in Dubai
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

India vs Australia Champions Trophy semi-final: Unbeaten India faces a depleted Australia in high-voltage contest in Dubai

The Hindu  

India versus Pakistan may be one of cricket’s greatest rivalries, made more fierce by the political relationship between the two countries, but India against Australia has been one of the most intriguing and hard-fought duels in modern-day cricket. Another instalment of this high-voltage contest between the two cricketing heavyweights will kick off on Tuesday at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium …

India vs Australia semi-final: Adam Zampa says he can be the match-winner for Aussies in Dubai
2 weeks, 6 days ago

India vs Australia semi-final: Adam Zampa says he can be the match-winner for Aussies in Dubai

Firstpost  

Australian spinner Adam Zampa will be crucial for the Aussies in the Champions trophy 2025 semi-final against India in a spin-friendly Dubai stadium. Image: Reuters With the pitches in Dubai proving helpful for spinners, Team India, it is felt, will have an advantage over Australia in their upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final. Champions Trophy 2025: News | Schedule | Results …

India vs Australia: 3 Key Matchups and the Stats That Could Decide the Semifinal
2 weeks, 6 days ago

India vs Australia: 3 Key Matchups and the Stats That Could Decide the Semifinal

The Hindu  

India faces Australia in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal in Dubai on Tuesday, their first ICC ODI clash since the 2023 World Cup final. While Australia boasts a strong batting unit, India’s spin-heavy attack could challenge its middle order, despite missing pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah. Here are three key match-ups to look out for: Travis Head vs Indian bowlers …

Varun Chakaravarthy’s selection masterstroke: ‘He has got something different’, says Captain Rohit Sharma
2 weeks, 6 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
2 weeks, 6 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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2 weeks, 6 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
2 weeks, 6 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 …

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

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

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

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

Cracks to craftsmanship: Varun Chakravarthy redesigns his Dubai story
3 weeks 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 …

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

India Vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 Highlights: Varun's five-for helps India win by 51 runs
3 weeks ago

India Vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 Highlights: Varun's five-for helps India win by 51 runs

Firstpost  

IND vs NZ Champions Trophy 2025 Highlights : Varun Chakravarthy collects his maiden ODI five-for while spinners collect nine out of 10 wickets as India bowl New Zealand out for 205 after setting them 250 to win to top Group A with a hat-trick of wins. NZ 169/7 after 41; need 81 off 54 Looks like New Zealand aren’t out …

India vs New Zealand Live Score, Champions Trophy 2025: Pandya, Jadeja look to give IND good finish
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3 weeks ago

India vs New Zealand Live Score, Champions Trophy 2025: Pandya, Jadeja look to give IND good finish

Hindustan Times  

India vs New Zealand Live Score, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja are looking to give India a good finish but New Zealand have been picking wickets whenever it started to look like a partnership was getting out of hand. India have rested Hasrhit Rana and included Varun Chakravarthy in their squad while New Zealand have brought …

India vs New Zealand Live Score, Champions Trophy 2025: Pandya, Jadeja look to give IND good finish
Top News
3 weeks ago

India vs New Zealand Live Score, Champions Trophy 2025: Pandya, Jadeja look to give IND good finish

Hindustan Times  

India vs New Zealand Live Score, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja are looking to give India a good finish but New Zealand have been picking wickets whenever it started to look like a partnership was getting out of hand. India have rested Hasrhit Rana and included Varun Chakravarthy in their squad while New Zealand have brought …

Champions Trophy: India Target Group A Top Spot
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3 weeks ago

Champions Trophy: India Target Group A Top Spot

Deccan Chronicle  

Dubai: India will lock horns with New Zealand in their last group stage match in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy at the Dubai International Stadium as they eye the top spot in Group A. It's the only two remaining teams to have won every match at the tournament doing battle and there's plenty to play for.Recent form:New Zealand: Similar to …

Manjrekar's unfiltered message to Gautam Gambhir, hints result not a priority vs NZ: 'If you don't win, so be it'
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Manjrekar's unfiltered message to Gautam Gambhir, hints result not a priority vs NZ: 'If you don't win, so be it'

Hindustan Times  

India, riding high on an unbeaten run in the Champions Trophy, will look to fine-tune their game against spin and may be inclined towards providing opportunities to their bench strength when they face New Zealand in their final group-stage clash on Sunday. Dubai: India’s captain Rohit Sharma, right, Ravindra Jadeja, left, and head coach Gautam Gambhir While a victory would …

India beat New Zealand by 44 runs, set up Champions Trophy semifinal clash with Australia
3 weeks, 1 day ago

India beat New Zealand by 44 runs, set up Champions Trophy semifinal clash with Australia

New Indian Express  

DUBAI: Shreyas Iyer's pressure-defying fifty and Varun Chakravarthy's spin masterclass helped India script a 44-run win over New Zealand here on Sunday to top Group A, setting up the semifinal against Australia in the Champions Trophy. Iyer made a composed 79 off 98 balls under pressure but New Zealand, led by pacer Mark Henry, managed to stifle India to an …

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

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