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Gautam Gambhir, Ajit Agarkar Not On Same Page. Heated Debate In Team Over 'Selection': Report

Team India's 3-0 ODI series sweep against England does instill a lot of confidence in the team ahead of the start of the ICC Champions Trophy. With Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli also showing signs of a return to form, the Indian team management can breathe a sigh of relief. But, there remain certain aspects of the team that a few experts aren't confident about. One of the biggest concerns for them, going forward is the lack of clarity about India's middle-order. In fact, a report has claimed that head coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Agarkar aren't on the same page over the selection cases of Shreyas Iyer and Rishabh Pant, prompting a heated debate in the team too.

"With A Heavy Heart...": Worrying Prediction Made For Virat Kohli And Rohit Sharma Ahead Of Champions Trophy

India enter the Champions Trophy 2025 as one of the favourites, but the tournament may end up having extra significance for them if the words of former Indian cricketer-turned-pundit Aakash Chopra is anything to go by. Chopra has suggested that there is a strong possibility that this tournament could be the last time senior stalwarts of the side like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Shami play a major ICC event. All players are well over 30 years of age.

Beating India More Important Or Winning Champions Trophy? Pakistan Vice-Captain's Blunt Response

The countdown for the India vs Pakistan clash in the ICC Champions Trophy has begun, with the two arch-rivals set to square off on February 23 in Dubai. It might be just another match on paper but the players in both teams know the emotions that run through their veins in this match, the importance it holds for billions of fans on both ends of the border. When Pakistan vice-captain Agha Salman was asked about the importance of the match, he said that beating India in a single match isn't more important that lifting the Champions Trophy.

Virender Sehwag's Off-Spin, Jasprit Bumrah's No Ball: 5 Unforgettable Moments From Champions Trophy History

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 marks the ninth edition of the tournament, having first been held in 1998 as the 'ICC KnockOut Trophy'. Over the years, the tournament has been won by seven nations, ensuring countless incredible moments on the field. With the Champions Trophy set to return in Pakistan and the UAE, we take a look back at five of the most iconic moments from past editions of the tournament, according to the official website of the International Cricket Council (ICC).

"Mujhe Pata Hai...": Rohit Sharma's Confident Response To Shardul Thakur During Lean Patch

India's ODI and Test captain Rohit Sharma returned to form during the side's recently-concluded three-match series against England. While the first match of the ODI series saw Rohit getting dismissed for 2 runs, the second game witnessed one of the finest knocks from his bat. Rohit slammed 119 runs off 90 balls with the help of 12 fours and 7 sixes. The right-handed batter hit the England bowlers all over the park for fun as his knock helped India register a one-sided victory in the game.

Ravichandran Ashwin Slams "Superstar" Culture In Indian Team: 'Rohit Sharma Or Virat Kohli...'

Ever since announcing his international retirement, veteran cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has become more active on social media, especially YouTube. Ashwin called time on his illustrious international career during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in December last year. Recently, Ashwin spoke strongly against the "celebrity culture" in the Indian team, insisting that cricketers are not actors or superstars but simply athletes. The veteran all-rounder also urged players to stay grounded in order to be more relatable to the common people.

Watch: Huge Run-Out Controversy In WPL 2025 As Delhi Capitals Beat Mumbai Indians On Last Ball

The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 campaign is off to a flier, with the Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians encounter on Saturday turning out to be an absolute thriller. DC edged MI by the narrowest of margins, with a last-ball run-out decision that went in the Delhi franchise's favour sealing the fate of the game. Delhi got off to a fiery start, thanks to Shafali Varma before composed knocks by Niki Prasad and Sarah Bryce helped the team secure a two-wicket win against MI. However, the match didn't end without controversy, with a section of fans on social media suggesting that the run-out appeal a the end should've gone in Mumbai's favour.

Delhi Capitals Sent Top Captaincy Name For IPL 2025 Season. It's Not KL Rahul

Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has identified three potential candidates for the Delhi Capitals captaincy role - Axar Patel, KL Rahul and Faf du Plessis - in the IPL 2025. He believes Axar could be the frontrunner given his recent rise in stature within Indian cricket. Delhi retained Axar for Rs 16.50 crore ahead of the mega auction last year, reflecting their faith in his abilities. They later secured KL Rahul for Rs 14 crore and Faf du Plessis for Rs 2 crore at the auction in Jeddah. Axar had a productive IPL 2024 season, picking up 11 wickets at an economy rate of 7.65 while also contributing 235 runs at a strike rate of 131.28 in 12 innings.

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Gautam Gambhir, Ajit Agarkar Not On Same Page. Heated Debate In Team Over 'Selection': Report

"With A Heavy Heart...": Worrying Prediction Made For Virat Kohli And Rohit Sharma Ahead Of Champions Trophy

Beating India More Important Or Winning Champions Trophy? Pakistan Vice-Captain's Blunt Response

Virender Sehwag's Off-Spin, Jasprit Bumrah's No Ball: 5 Unforgettable Moments From Champions Trophy History

"Mujhe Pata Hai...": Rohit Sharma's Confident Response To Shardul Thakur During Lean Patch

Ravichandran Ashwin Slams "Superstar" Culture In Indian Team: 'Rohit Sharma Or Virat Kohli...'

Watch: Huge Run-Out Controversy In WPL 2025 As Delhi Capitals Beat Mumbai Indians On Last Ball

Delhi Capitals Sent Top Captaincy Name For IPL 2025 Season. It's Not KL Rahul