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"Firstly, Accept...": KL Rahul On How He Felt After Being Given New No. 6 Role For Champions Trophy

After playing a decisive role in India's Champions Trophy success against New Zealand, wicketkeeper batter KL Rahul shed light on the mantra behind his recent success: "Watch and learn." Rahul has reinvented himself as a player since the dawn of a new era in Indian cricket, marked by the arrival of Gautam Gambhir. The 32-year-old has found support from management and worked hard to refine his wicketkeeping skills and batting technique, which eventually paid off when India lifted the Champions Trophy for the first time since 2013.

"If India Played In Pakistan...": Wasim Akram Ends All Debate, Gives Final Verdict After Champions Trophy

A huge point of discussion during the Champions Trophy 2025 has been whether Team India got an advantage due to playing all of their games in Dubai. India played all their games at a neutral venue after they did not travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy, and several experts stated that it was an unfair advantage given to them. However, Pakistan legend Wasim Akram has stated that it would not have made a difference even if India had travelled to Pakistan for the tournament.

ODI World Cup Some Distance Away But India Need Rohit Sharma In This Transition Phase

There were two instances during Rohit Sharma's lengthy post-tournament press conference on Sunday when the issue of his retirement cropped up. The first time the subject was broached with him after a triumphant campaign in the Champions Trophy in Dubai, the Indian captain gave an open-ended answer, "No future plans, jaise chal raha hain, chalta rahega (the way it is going, it will continue that way)." When he next mentioned the dreaded 'R' word, it was more voluntary and was an afterthought to a completely different question.

Rohit Sharma Ignored As 6 Indians Make It To ICC Team Of Champions Trophy Including Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer

The talismanic Virat Kohli was the biggest name among six Indian players picked in the 12-member 'Team of the Tournament' picked by the International Cricket Council for the Champions Trophy. India beat New Zealand by four wickets in the final in Dubai on Sunday to win the tournament for the third time after 2002 (joint winners) and 2013. India have been runners-up twice in 2000 and 2017. Besides Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul, mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy and pacer Mohammed Shami featured in the playing XI, while all-rounder Axar Patel was named the 12th man.

Ministers, Athletes Join Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya In Cycle Rally To Mark International Women's Day

State sports ministers, athletes and administrators joined Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya in a special cycle rally to mark International Women's Day at Kanha Shanti Vanam in Telangana on Saturday. Speaking during the flag-off of the rally, Dr Mandaviya said, “This cycle rally is a testament to our Nari Shakti, showcasing the determination, leadership and excellence of women in sports and beyond”. Held on the sidelines of the Chintan Shivir, a national meet of state ministers and key stakeholders discussing India's preparation for the 2028 LA Olympics and the bid to host the 2036 Summer Games, the cycle rally drew keen interest from members of the Kanha Shanti Vanam, a wellness and spiritual centre.

Al-Qahtani and Al-Saif ready to battle in PFL MENA’s second season

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s mixed martial arts scene is gearing up for an electrifying second season of the Professional Fighters League MENA with top regional fighters intensifying their training ahead of the highly anticipated competition in April.

Geopolitics and lack of buzz blight Champions Trophy's return

Geopolitical reality, lack of buzz in host nation Pakistan and mediocre cricket in general meant Champions Trophy's much-anticipated return to the calendar did not go according to plan for the governing International Cricket Council (ICC).

Rohit Sharma Puts Champions Trophy Medal Across Daughter's Neck, Moment Breaks Internet

Some adorable family moments unfolded at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium after Team India defeated New Zealand in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday. Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma, Rohit Sharma, Ritika Sajdeh, KL Rahul, Athiya Shetty, etc. were all spotted at the venue as India scripted history in the tournament. As India secured a 4-wicket win, the players gathered in the ground with their family members, celebrating the success on the global stage. Virat's warm and long hug with Anushka was the first to break the internet while Rohit and others also celebrated with their closed ones.

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"Firstly, Accept...": KL Rahul On How He Felt After Being Given New No. 6 Role For Champions Trophy

"If India Played In Pakistan...": Wasim Akram Ends All Debate, Gives Final Verdict After Champions Trophy

ODI World Cup Some Distance Away But India Need Rohit Sharma In This Transition Phase

Rohit Sharma Ignored As 6 Indians Make It To ICC Team Of Champions Trophy Including Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer

Ministers, Athletes Join Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya In Cycle Rally To Mark International Women's Day

Al-Qahtani and Al-Saif ready to battle in PFL MENA’s second season

Geopolitics and lack of buzz blight Champions Trophy's return

Rohit Sharma Puts Champions Trophy Medal Across Daughter's Neck, Moment Breaks Internet