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Australia Announces Squad For WTC Final Amid IPL 2025 Extension Drama

Australia, named their squad to face South Africa in the WTC finals next month at Lord's, as per a release from Cricket Australia. Cameron Green's return to the Test squad after back surgery has been confirmed, with spinner Matt Kuhnemann also included, as Australia revealed their squad for their WTC defence and subsequent Caribbean tour on Tuesday. Sheffield Shield player of the final, Brendan Doggett, has been named a travelling reserve for the 15-player squad, which otherwise features no major surprises from outside the group that beat Sri Lanka 2-0 and India 3-1 last summer.

With Anushka Sharma Beside Him, Virat Kohli's First Act After Test Retirement Is A Spiritual One

A day after announcing his retirement from the Test arena, India's star batter Virat Kohli reached Vrindavan with his wife Anushka Sharma on Tuesday. The couple called on renowned spiritual leader Premanand Maharaj at Vrindavan Dham to seek his blessings. The couple is known to be followers of Swami Premanand Maharaj and have been seen in Vrindavan often. Kohli's decision to hang his test boots marked an end to an illustrious 14-year career ,which saw him dominate a variety of conditions, regions, and opponents in whites, both as a batter and captain.

Australia in touch with IPL over security as players ponder return

BENGALURU :Cricket Australia said on Tuesday it is working with the government as well as the Indian board on security arrangements with several players set to make a decision on whether to return to the Indian Premier League (IPL) when it resumes this week.

Australia's Green, Cummins and Hazlewood return for World Test Championship final

Australia named all-rounder Cameron Green in their 15-man squad on Tuesday for the World Test Championship (WTC) final where they will face South Africa at Lord's from June 11-15.

"Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Will Not Play 2027 ODI World Cup": Sunil Gavaskar's Blunt Verdict

Both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma looked set to feature for India in the whites on the tour of England, probably for the last time in their careers, but a call to quit the format even before the series began stunned everyone. With the duo already retired from T20 internationals, the only format in which they will be seen wearing the India shirt is ODIs. While Virat Kohli has publicly expressed his desire to play in the 2027 World Cup, the importance Rohit gives to the 50-over World Cup is matched by none. Yet, Indian cricket great Sunil Gavaskar doesn't think playing the 2027 World Cup is practically possible for Rohit and Virat.

Cricket Australia Clears Stance Over Its Players' Return For IPL 2025 With Blunt WTC Final Remark

With the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season set to resume on May 17, after being suspended due to border tensions between India and Pakistan, many overseas players face a huge dilemma over whether to return or stay home. Reports suggested that the likes of Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc are unlikely to return to India for the remainder of the IPL season, while some other players are yet to make up their minds. Amid this situation, Cricket Australia has cleared its stance on Aussie players' participation in the T20 league.

Sachin Tendulkar Shares Heartwarming Story After Virat Kohli's Test Retirement: "Late Father..."

Legendary Indian cricket team batter Sachin Tendulkar reacted to Virat Kohli's Test retirement with a heartwarming story dating back 12 years. Sachin took to social media to reveal that when he retired from Test cricket, Virat offered to gift him a thread from his late father. Sachin added that it was very personal for him to accept but the gesture was something that left him emotional. With Virat bidding farewell to his illustrious career, Sachin said that although he does not have a thread to offer him, he can express his deepest admiration and added that he has been an inspiration for countless young cricketers.

Gautam Gambhir To Enjoy 'Rare' Power After Virat Kohli Exit. Report Says "He Was Categorical..."

Greg Chappell's fall was spectacular when he tried to impose his authority while Anil Kumble could not deal with alpha male stardom but it seems Gautam Gambhir is on course to become that rare India head coach who will wield more power than the skipper. Indian cricket is replete with examples where powerful managers had to back out in front of player-power. Bishan Singh Bedi, Chappell and Kumble despite being champion players themselves didn't realise that they have to play the second fiddle. John Wright, Gary Kirsten and Ravi Shastri knew that and were immensely successful.

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Australia Announces Squad For WTC Final Amid IPL 2025 Extension Drama

With Anushka Sharma Beside Him, Virat Kohli's First Act After Test Retirement Is A Spiritual One

Australia in touch with IPL over security as players ponder return

Australia's Green, Cummins and Hazlewood return for World Test Championship final

"Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Will Not Play 2027 ODI World Cup": Sunil Gavaskar's Blunt Verdict

Cricket Australia Clears Stance Over Its Players' Return For IPL 2025 With Blunt WTC Final Remark

Sachin Tendulkar Shares Heartwarming Story After Virat Kohli's Test Retirement: "Late Father..."

Gautam Gambhir To Enjoy 'Rare' Power After Virat Kohli Exit. Report Says "He Was Categorical..."