Champions Trophy
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Axar Patel's self-belief key in his growth as an all-rounder in ODIs and T20Is
Cricket | Mar 03, 2025, 12:39 PM ISTIndia all-rounder Axar Patel is arguably in the best phase of his career in white-ball formats. While he was recently appointed the vice-captain of the team for England T20Is, Axar is consistently delivering 10 overs and batting at five in ODIs. What changed for him with the bat?
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Australia batters sweat it out against spinners ahead of semi-final clash against India
Cricket | Mar 02, 2025, 11:54 PM ISTAustralian batters trained heavily against local spinners at the ICC Cricket Academy in Dubai. The seniors such as Steve Smith and Travis Head had a light day but the youngsters had a long three-hour training session.
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First-ever time in 4852 ODIs! India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 clash sets rare record
Cricket | Mar 02, 2025, 11:54 PM ISTThe India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 Group A fixture has set a rare record in the history of ODI cricket. India defeated New Zealand in the last group game of the tournament to top Group A. India will now be facing Australia in the first semifinal in Dubai.
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Matt Henry creates history, becomes first to register major record against India in Champions Trophy
Cricket | Mar 02, 2025, 08:21 PM ISTMatt Henry has etched his name into the history books in the clash against India in the Champions Trophy 2025. Henry has become the first bowler to register a massive record against the Men in Blue during their clash at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.
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Viv Richards 'very, very sad' for Windies not being in CT 2025, wants them to look at Afghanistan
Cricket | Mar 02, 2025, 06:56 PM ISTWest Indies did not qualify for the Champions Trophy 2025 after not being part of the ODI World Cup 2023, which was the qualification tournament for it. West Indies icon Viv Richards is extremely disappointed for the Windies not being part of the Champions Trophy.
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Will Shreyas Iyer be considered for BCCI central contract after missing out in 2024?
Cricket | Mar 02, 2025, 06:17 PM ISTShreyas Iyer could have been automatically reinstated to the BCCI contract list, had he played more than eight ODIs before September 2024. Notably, since February 2024, when the contract list was announced, the 30-year-old has scored 369 runs and has arguably sealed his spot at No 4 in ODI cricket.
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Rohit Sharma equals Chris Gayle's historic record despite falling early vs New Zealand in CT 2025
Cricket | Mar 02, 2025, 05:15 PM ISTRohit Sharma looked to provide India with a rollicking start in the Champions Trophy 2025 clash against New Zealand at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai. Rohit has equalled a historic record of Chris Gayle after his brief cameo of 15 against the Kiwis.
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Aiden Markram gives update on hamstring niggle ahead of Champions Trophy 2025 semifinals
Cricket | Mar 01, 2025, 11:16 PM ISTAiden Markram, the stand-in captain in the England match, suffered a hamstring issue during the match and did not take further part in it. South Africa defeated England pretty easily to move into the semifinals. Markram has opened up on his injury ahead of the semifinals.
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Phillips plays down advantage claims for India at Champions Trophy, says 'we have no-excuse mindset'
Cricket | Mar 01, 2025, 10:08 PM ISTNew Zealand will face India in the last league stage game in the Champions Trophy 2025. Glenn Phillips has played down the claims of India getting an advantage of playing their games at a single venue in Dubai, with other teams having to travel.
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Jos Buttler expresses disappointment after South Africa breeze past England in Karachi
Cricket | Mar 01, 2025, 09:52 PM ISTStar England batter Jos Buttler took centre stage and shared his thoughts after England bowed out of the ICC Champions Trophy, losing their straight game in the tournament.
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Champions Trophy 2025: India vs New Zealand head-to-head records in ICC white-ball events
Cricket | Mar 01, 2025, 08:04 PM ISTIndia and New Zealand have already qualified for the semifinals of the Champions Trophy 2025 ahead of their face-off in Dubai. New Zealand have enjoyed a decent run against India in the ICC tournaments. Check their head-to-head records in ICC white-ball events.
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Champions Trophy 2025: South Africa, Australia to travel to Dubai for potential India semifinal
Cricket | Mar 01, 2025, 04:05 PM ISTThe Champions Trophy 2025 semifinalists are all but confirmed; however, the line-ups are still not set in stone. Due to the scheduling of the semifinals, Australia and South Africa will travel to Dubai for a potential India face-off.
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Temba Bavuma, Tony de Zorzi miss clash against England: Reasons revealed
Cricket | Mar 01, 2025, 02:51 PM ISTTemba Bavuma and Tony de Zorzi have been rested for South Africa's match against England at the National Stadium Karachi. In Bavuma's absence, Aiden Markram is leading the side in Group B's final league game.
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SA vs ENG weather report: Will rain affect South Africa vs England Champions Trophy clash in Karachi
Cricket | Mar 01, 2025, 01:39 PM ISTCheck out how the weather will play out in the match between South Africa and England in the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025. The Proteas are on the verge of qualifying for the semi-finals, while England are already out of the race.
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Dale Steyn tips Afghanistan for ICC Success with patient approach
Cricket | Mar 01, 2025, 12:08 PM ISTFormer cricketer Dale Steyn opened up on the area Afghanistan need to improve to find success in ICC tournaments. He believes that if the team is patient enough, they can win a title in the next decade.
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Virat Kohli on cusp of breaking several Champions Trophy records
Cricket | Mar 01, 2025, 11:28 AM ISTStar India batter Virat Kohli is on the cusp of breaking several Champions Trophy records, including the most runs by a player and registering the most half-centuries in the tournament. Check out the four records he can break.
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Brendon McCullum cites Joe Root's example to define Jos Buttler's legacy as England captain
Cricket | Mar 01, 2025, 07:25 AM ISTJos Buttler announced his decision to step down as England's white-ball captain. Reflecting upon that, head coach Brendon McCullum talked about Buttler's legacy and how he has developed multiple leaders in the dressing room.
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IND vs NZ Pitch Report, Champions Trophy 2025: How will surface at Dubai play?
Cricket | Mar 01, 2025, 06:49 AM ISTIndia will play New Zealand on March 2 in their final league game of the Champions Trophy 2025 campaign. The winner of the match will finish as the Group A league leaders. Check out the pitch report of Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
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Ryan ten Doeschate indicates changes in India's playing XI, selection still a dilemma
Cricket | Feb 28, 2025, 11:48 PM ISTIndia's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate opened up on the importance of beating New Zealand and carrying the momentum to the semi-final but indicated that a few players might be rested as they will get only one day rest in between.
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Steve Smith heaps praise on bowlers after Australia qualify for Champions Trophy 2025 semifinals
Cricket | Feb 28, 2025, 11:25 PM ISTAustralia qualified for the semifinals of the Champions Trophy 2025 after their final group game against Afghanistan was washed out. Aussie skipper Steve Smith has heaped praise on the bowling unit for coming together well and helping the team.