‘Something that’s out of our control’: Tom Latham on hectic travel schedule ahead of New Zealand vs South Africa semi-final clash | Cricket News – The Times of India

Tom Latham (Pic Credit – X) New Zealand remain undeterred by their recent travel schedule as they gear up for their ICC Champions Trophy semifinal against South Africa on Wednesday. Despite shifting between Dubai and Lahore, the Black Caps are focused on delivering their best performance and securing a spot in the final. Speaking ahead…

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‘Rohit Sharma, please win toss’: Former cricketer highlights Indian captain’s toss woes ahead of semi-final against Australia – The Times of India

India’s captain Rohit Sharma (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: As India prepare to face Australia in the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final in Dubai on Tuesday, former cricketer Aakash Chopra has stressed the importance of the toss, pointing out that India have won all three group-stage matches despite Rohit Sharma losing every toss. However, he believes that…

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India vs Australia: Aakash Chopra highlights key battles ahead of Champions Trophy semi-final | Cricket News – The Times of India

Steve Smith and Rohit Sharma NEW DELHI: As India prepare to face Australia in the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final in Dubai on Tuesday, former cricketer Aakash Chopra has pinpointed three key battles that could decide the high-stakes encounter. India, unbeaten in the tournament after a commanding 44-run win over New Zealand, will look to avenge…

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India vs Australia: Ricky Ponting backs Jake Fraser-McGurk as Matt Short’s replacement for Champions Trophy semi-final | Cricket News – The Times of India

Jake Fraser-McGurk (Getty Images) Australia need to fill a spot at the top of the order for their semi-final against India on Tuesday, after a quadriceps injury ruled out Matthew Short for the remainder of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.Former captain Ricky Ponting has declared he would back big-hitting youngster Jake Fraser-McGurk to slot in…

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‘India will start favourites, but …’: Ricky Ponting cautions Rohit Sharma’s team against underestimating Australia despite the edge | Cricket News – The Times of India

L-R: Ricky Ponting, Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya NEW DELHI: India and Australia are set to battle in the first semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai on Tuesday, marking their first ODI meeting since the 2023 World Cup final. Despite Australia’s dominant win in Ahmedabad, former captain Ricky Ponting believes India will…

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‘Why do you want to pay me?’: Wasim Akram opens up on Pakistan coaching role | Cricket News – The Times of India

Image credit: Wasim Akram’s X handle NEW DELHI: Pakistan endured a humiliating exit from the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 despite being the host nation. Their campaign got off to a disappointing start with a defeat against New Zealand in their opening match. Any hopes of finishing the tournament on a high were further crushed when…

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Scars of the past, hope for the future: India gear up for Australia challenge | Cricket News – The Times of India

Rohit Sharma and Steve Smith TimesofIndia.com in DUBAI: Familiar setting, familiar situation and India would hope it’s an unfamiliar result when they take on Australia in the first semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai on Wednesday.The scars of 2015 ODI World Cup semi-final, 2023 ODI World Cup final will still be fresh for…

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IND vs AUS Champions Trophy Semi-Final: India vs Australia Head-to-Head Record, Stats, Match Preview | Cricket News – The Times of India

Rohit Sharma and Steve Smith NEW DELHI: India secured a commanding 44-run victory over New Zealand on Sunday, finishing atop Group A in the Champions Trophy. As group leaders, they will take on Australia in the first semifinal on Tuesday, while New Zealand is set to face South Africa in Lahore on Wednesday.Shreyas Iyer anchored…

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‘Back and forth in between cities’: Adam Zampa unfazed by hectic Champions Trophy schedule | Cricket News – The Times of India

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has entered its decisive phase, with the semi-finals set to begin on Tuesday. India, who topped Group A, will take on Australia in the first semi-final in Dubai, while New Zealand face Group B toppers South Africa in Lahore on Wednesday.Australia’s journey to the semi-finals has been marked by extensive…

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‘People have run on the pitch …’: Ravi Shastri reveals his preferred India XI for semi-final against Australia | Cricket News – The Times of India

Team India cricketers and Ravi Shastri NEW DELHI: India secured their place at the top of Group A with a commanding 44-run victory over New Zealand in their final group-stage fixture of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. With the tournament now heading into the semi-finals, India are set…

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