IPL 2025: Hardik Pandya explains reasoning behind retiring Tilak Varma in LSG vs MI | Cricket News – The Times of India

Hardik Pandya took a five-wicket haul against Lucknow Super Giants, albeit in a defeat, in IPL 2025. (ANI) Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya defended the decision to retire out Tilak Varma during their 12-run loss to Lucknow Super Giants in Match 16 of IPL 2025 at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium. The strategic…

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Rohit Sharma rises to no. 3 in ICC ODI rankings after Champions Trophy final heroics | Cricket News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: India’s thrilling victory over New Zealand in the Champions Trophy 2025 final in Dubai has sparked a wave of movement in the latest ICC Men’s ODI Player Rankings, with stars from both finalists making significant gains. India, who secured their third Champions Trophy title with a four-wicket win, saw several key performers rise…

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Three wickets for 17 runs! New Zealand spinners put India under pressure with quick wickets in Champions Trophy final | Cricket News – The Times of India

New Zealand spinners celebrate the fall of an Indian wicket. (X Photo) NEW DELHI: New Zealand spinners pulled themselves back in the hunt in the ICC Champions Trophy final, removing Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma for 17 runs to halt India’s strong start at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday. Chasing 252 for…

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Magnificent! Glenn Phillips takes one-handed blinder to dismiss Shubman Gill – Watch | Cricket News – The Times of India

Glenn Phillips (Screengrabs) NEW DELHI: In a final packed with pressure and high-stakes moments, Glenn Phillips produced what might go down as the catch of the tournament — a one-handed screamer that sent Shubman Gill packing and breathed life into New Zealand’s defence of 251 in the Champions Trophy 2025 final at the Dubai International…

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Champions Trophy final: Rohit Sharma slams fifty to lead from the front in India’s run chase against New Zealand | Cricket News – The Times of India

Rohit Sharma looks on after playing a shot. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: India skipper Rohit Sharma delivered a captain’s knock in the ICC Champions Trophy final, smashing a blistering 41-ball half-century to set the tone for India’s chase against New Zealand at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday. Rohit was in imperious form, treating the…

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‘Done everything well, but …’: Dinesh Karthik identifies key threats for India in Champions Trophy final | Cricket News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: Dubai is set for a thrilling showdown as India take on New Zealand in the Champions Trophy final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. India enter the contest as firm favourites, having won all four of their matches in the tournament, including a 44-run victory over the Black Caps in the…

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Three things India must be wary of in Champions Trophy final against New Zealand | Cricket News – The Times of India

Rohit Sharma and Mitchell Santner (ICC Photos) New Zealand will look to play their cards more smartly in the match that matters, the Champions trophy final against India on Sunday, having experienced the spin-heavy strategy employed by Rohit Sharma & Co during their group-stage encounter. However, there’s more than one thing about the Kiwis that…

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New Zealand outbat South Africa to set up Champions Trophy final with India | Cricket News – The Times of India

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…

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