Yuzvendra Chahal and Mohammad Rizwan (Getty Images/AP) NEW DELHI: The Indian Premier League (IPL) has always been a stage for reinvention, and Yuzvendra Chahal is embracing that spirit wholeheartedly. As he gears up for the 2025 season with his new franchise, Punjab Kings (PBKS), the star leg-spinner is blending business with pleasure — keeping the…
Shahid Afridi. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan cricketer Shahid Afridi has delivered a scathing critique of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), saying the national cricket setup is in the “ICU” due to a string of poor and inconsistent decisions. His remarks came in the wake of all-rounder Shadab Khan’s surprise recall to the T20…
Rohit Sharma and Jay Shah (Photo ICC) NEW DELHI: In a striking moment of celebration and legacy, Team India captain Rohit Sharma and ICC Chair Jay Shah posed proudly with the T20 World Cup and the ICC Champions Trophy, showcasing India’s latest triumphs on the world stage. The symbolic photo-op followed India’s thrilling victory over…
NEW DELHI: Indian all-rounder Axar Patel had high praise for Rohit Sharma following India’s thrilling four-wicket win over New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy final on Sunday. Hailing Rohit’s leadership, Axar said, “Speaking of captaincy, obviously he knows exactly where to use which player. And that’s the quality of a good captain. Haath mein…
New Zealand vs South Africa at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: In the Champions Trophy semifinal, New Zealand secured a comprehensive 50-run victory over South Africa on Wednesday, setting up a summit clash against India. After electing to bat first, New Zealand posted an imposing total of 362/6, courtesy of fluent centuries…
Virat Kohli and KL Rahul during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final match against Australia in Dubai. (ANI) During a drinks break in the 40th over of India’s chase, KL Rahul spoke with Virat Kohli, appearing to encourage him to stay at the crease until the end. With India requiring 65 runs from 60 balls…
Gautam Gambhir (@Sahil_Malhotra1 on X) NEW DELHI: India captain Gautam Gambhir on Tuesday hit back at critics questioning India’s Dubai-only schedule in the Champions Trophy after India’s four-wicket win over Australia in the first semi-final.“What undue advantage? We practice at ICC Academy, where conditions are different from the stadium. Some people are perpetual cribbers; they…
TimesofIndia.com in Dubai: The script has become so familiar that it sounds boring now. Virat Kohli, run chase, big pressure game…We have heard this before, seen this before, but every time he puts on a chase masterclass, the instant reaction is to go wow! Not once does he look out of control and eliminates risk…
Varun Chakravarthy celebrates the wicket of Glenn Phillips during the Champions Trophy match between India and New Zealand in Dubai. (AP) TimesofIndia.com in Dubai: Just a few weeks back, Varun Chakaravarthy was busy tormenting the England batters in the T20I series at home. One variation at a time, the mystery spinner made short work of…
India’s Varun Chakravarthy (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: India capped off their Group A campaign in the ICC Champions Trophy with a commanding 44-run victory over New Zealand, thanks to Shreyas Iyer’s composed 79 and Varun Chakaravarthy’s stellar 5/42. The win secured India’s place at the top of the table and set up a highly anticipated…
