‘If Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli play well, only then you can win matches in Dubai’: Mohammad Kaif on India’s Champions Trophy chances | Cricket News – The Times of India

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif has emphasised the significance of veteran batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for India’s campaign in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. The duo, who excelled as India’s top run-getters in the 2023 ODI World Cup, remain pivotal to the team’s success despite nearing…

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Stress fracture to surgery! How injuries hurt Jasprit Bumrah’s career since 2018 | Cricket News – Times of India

Jasprit Bumrah. (Pic Credit – X) India’s premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has encountered several significant injuries that have substantially affected his professional cricket career since 2018. His ability to bounce back from potentially career-ending injuries demonstrates his remarkable strength of character and unwavering commitment to the sport.Bumrah’s injury struggles began on the first day…

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‘I don’t miss international cricket’: MS Dhoni opens up on Team India retirement | Cricket News – Times of India

MS Dhoni (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Former Indian skipper MS Dhoni recently opened up about his life after retirement, expressing satisfaction with his decision to step away from international cricket. Speaking on the Eurogrip Tyres YouTube channel, Dhoni stated, “I thought I will get more time, but sadly, I haven’t got much…

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Mohammed Shami provides massive update on injury status | Cricket News – Times of India

Mohammed Shami. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images) Amid rising speculation about his fitness, veteran India pacer Mohammed Shami has assured that he is completely pain-free and remains in contention for India’s high-profile Test tour of Australia next month. Shami bowled at full intensity during a net session after India’s opening Test against New Zealand in…

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‘If we can keep Bumrah quiet’: Pat Cummins outlines strategy for Australia in Border-Gavaskar Trophy | – Times of India

Jasprit Bumrah. (Pic Credit – X) NEW DELHI: Australian captain Pat Cummins emphasised the importance of neutralising the threat posed by India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, in order to secure victory in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy.Cummins expressed this sentiment during an interaction on Tuesday, where he also found solace in Australia‘s recent triumphs over their…

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Jolt for India before Australia tour: Mohammed Shami’s comeback plans hit by knee injury | Cricket News – Times of India

Mohammed Shami. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images) Premier pacer develops ‘swollen knees’ in rehab; BCCI fears he could be out for weeks moreKANPUR: In a concerning development for Team India, Mohammed Shami‘s chances of making a quick comeback has taken a hit. TOI has learnt that Shami has developed “swollen knees” while undergoing rehab at…

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Government will decide on India’s travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy: BCCI | Cricket News – Times of India

KANPUR: BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla on Monday said the Indian government will take a final call on whether the national cricket team will travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy next year.Pakistan are scheduled to host the ICC ODI tournament from February 19 to March 9.“No decision has been taken (yet). But our policy is…

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