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"As Long As Love...": Virat Kohli's Big 'Batting' Revelation After Champions Trophy 2025 Heroics
Following a match-winning knock against Australia in the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal, star India batter Virat Kohli expressed his love for the game of cricket and batting, and said that as long as that 'love' is alive, everything else can be taken care of. With a sublime knock of 84 in 98 deliveries, decorated with five boundaries and plenty of elegant-looking singles and doubles, Virat proved that his run-chasing skills are as good as new and the hunger for runs still remains the same. His knock once again outclassed Australia and took India to the ICC Champions Trophy finals, where they will take on New Zealand and South Africa. Virat won the 'Player of the Match' for his knock.
Watch: Gautam Gambhir Visibly Upset With Virat Kohli In India's Dressing Room, Has Animated Chat
India might have progressed to the ICC Champions Trophy final but the cricket world missed out on the golden opportunity of seeing another Virat Kohli hundred. Kohli, on the cusp of his 52nd hundred in the format, was dismissed while trying to go for a maximum on the bowling of Adam Zampa. However, Virat could only find the long-on fielder. As Kohli returned to the dressing room, India head coach Gautam Gambhir seemed to have shared his disappointment with the manner of the star batter's dismissal.
"You And Your Family...": Yuvraj Singh's Special Tribute To Steve Smith After Australia Star's ODI Retirement
Various cricketing stars from Australia and world cricket congratulated star Australia batter Steve Smith after he announced his retirement from the ODI format, bringing down curtains on a illustrious career in 50-over cricket. Despite stepping away from ODIs, the 35-year-old will be available to represent Australia in Test and T20I cricket. His decision to be there for the shortest format could be influenced by a potential opportunity to compete in the 2026 T20 World Cup next year, and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, where cricket will feature in the form of T20Is.
Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli To Play In Olympics 2028? BCCI Sent Big "Let Them Play" Message
Former Indian cricket team fast bowler S Sreesanth urged fans as well as experts to stop speculating about Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's retirement. Both star batters had disappointing outings during the Test series against Australia resulting a lot of chatter around their future. However, following India's win over Australia in the Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal, Sreesanth said that he wants to duo to play in the Olympics 2028 and win the gold medal for the country. Cricket will be played in the Los Angeles Olympics and Sreesanth urged the BCCI to "let them keep playing" so that they can clinch the gold medal.
"Constantly Appealing": Mohammed Shami's Desperate Plea To ICC On Repealing COVID Time's Law
India pace spearhead Mohammed Shami has broken ranks by admitting that playing all their Champions Trophy games at one venue in Dubai has been to their advantage. Shami returned figures of 3-48 to set up India's four-wicket win over Australia in the semi-finals on Tuesday in Dubai. India coach Gautam Gambhir afterwards lashed out at critics who have said playing at the same Dubai International Cricket Stadium each time is unfair.
First Time In History: Rachin Ravindra Achieves Never-Seen-Before Feat
Centuries from Rachin Ravindra and Kane Williamson powered New Zealand to a big total of 362 for 6 -- the highest in Champions Trophy history -- against South Africa in the second semifinal at the Gaddafi Stadium on Wednesday. The duo shared 164 runs for the second wicket to provide the perfect platform for the later batters to blast away in the final overs. New Zealand added 112 runs in the final 10 overs after reaching 250 in 40 overs. Daryl Mitchel (49 off 37 balls), Glenn Phillips (49 not out off 27) and Michael Bracewell (16 off 12) provided the fire power in the final overs as South African bowlers wilted on a good batting track. The semifinal will mark the end of the Champions Trophy in Pakistan as the final will now be played in Dubai on March 9 between India and the winners of Wednesday's match.
Emma Raducanu: Couldn't see ball through tears amid stalker - ESPN
Former US Open champion Emma Raducanu has said she «couldn't see the ball through tears» and could «barely breathe» after being targeted by a stalker during a match at the Dubai Tennis Championships last month.