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Once A Teammate Of Ajinkya Rahane, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Mumbai-Born Batter Aims To Make It Big Through ISPL

The ongoing second edition of the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) is making new headlines everyday. From nail-biting run chases to mind blowing knocks, this league is delivering as per the expectations. With the backing of big names like Bollywood actors Amitabh Bachchan, Hrithik Roshan, Saif Ali Khan and others, ISPL T10 tournament is one of the biggest opportunities for the budding players to make their cricketing dream come true. After the immense success of the first season, the second edition is also on the verge of it's business end.

Rohit Sharma Delights Cuttack Crowd With 7 Sixes, Sunil Gavaskar Makes Cheeky 'Shahid Afridi' Remark

Rohit Sharma smashed seven sixes en route to a stunning century as India beat England in the second ODI in Cuttack. Chasing 305, Indian captain Rohit set the tone, rediscovering his form in the 50-over game ahead of the Champions Trophy 2025. Rohit's seven sixes takes him to a total of 338 career ODI sixes, just 13 shy of former Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi's record of 351. Seeing Rohit's rampage, India legend Sunil Gavaskar put in a cheeky comment during commentary.

"Intentional Throw": Virat Kohli Fans Slam Jos Buttler After India Batter's Yet Another Flop Show

India continued their dominant run over England and registered a thumping four-wicket win in the second ODI on Sunday. Playing in Cuttack, the hosts displayed another brilliant performance to gain an unassailable 2-0 lead over England in the three-match series. The biggest positive for India came with skipper Rohit Sharma, who battled through his lean patch and hammered his 32nd ODI century as the hosts chased down the target of 305 in 44.3 overs. However, star batter Virat Kohli registered yet another dismal show, fetching only five runs off eight balls.

Ex-India Star's Big 'Opportunity' Verdict On Afghanistan Ahead Of Champions Trophy

Former India batter Aakash Chopra has backed Afghanistan to surprise a few teams at the upcoming Champions Trophy, set to get underway on February 19 in Pakistan and the UAE. Afghanistan are placed in the group of death, consisting of powerhouses Australia, England and South Africa. Chopra feels Afghanistan have "unlimited opportunities" despite a tough group stage fixture list. He suggested that Afghanistan have a great chance of upsetting England, especially considering the latter's recent struggles against spin bowling.

Watch: Rohit Sharma's Act After Completing Century Sums Up His Recent Struggles

India captain Rohit Sharma swam against the current, back into form, after months of tumbling performances across formats in international cricket, hitting a swashbuckling century in the second ODI against England in Cuttack on Sunday. Rohit led India's charge with the bat as England posted a challenging total of 304 runs on the board. The skipper produced an effortless, show, suggesting that he wasn't really out of form during the period of a rut. Even while batting in the nineties, Rohit looked unfazed and batted with absolute ease, as if he had gotten the better of his nerves.

Big Blow For England As New RCB Recruit Gets Ruled Out Of Champions Trophy

England suffered a major setback ahead of the Champions Trophy as promising all-rounder Jacob Bethell has been ruled out of the tournament due to a hamstring injury, skipper Jos Buttler has confirmed. "I'm pretty sure he's been ruled out of the Champions Trophy, to be honest," Buttler said after their four-wicket defeat to India in the second ODI in Cuttack on Sunday. The deadline to submit the final squads for the Champions Trophy is Wednesday.

"Good Things Happen...": Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya Post Tributes As Rohit Sharma Hits Century

Rohit Sharma marked his return to form with the bat as he slammed a superb century in the second ODI between India and England in Cuttack. Rohit played a swashbuckling innings of 119 in just 90 balls, as India made a chase of 305 look easy, achieving the target with more than five overs to spare. It was Rohit's first ODI century since against Afghanistan during the 2023 World Cup, ending a 487-day streak without a ton in the format. Mumbai Indians teammates Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya wrote in tribute to Rohit after his knock.

Three Indian Davis Cup Stars Granted Delhi Open 2025 Main Draw Wildcards

The organiser of the Delhi Open -- an ATP Challenger event -- on Saturday announced wild card entries for three Davis Cuppers -- Sasikumar Mukund, Ramkumar Ramanathan and young Karan Singh -- in the men's singles main draw. Youngster Chirag Duhan, Aryan Shah, who were part of the Davis Cup training camp have been given wild cards for the qualifying event, along with Aditya Govila, and Sidharth Rawat. Former World No. 31 Lloyd Harris and 2019 junior Wimbledon champion Shintaro Mochizuki will be among the top 8 seeds at the ATP Challenger 75 event, returning for its fifth edition at the DLTA Complex from February 10-16.

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Once A Teammate Of Ajinkya Rahane, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Mumbai-Born Batter Aims To Make It Big Through ISPL

Rohit Sharma Delights Cuttack Crowd With 7 Sixes, Sunil Gavaskar Makes Cheeky 'Shahid Afridi' Remark

"Intentional Throw": Virat Kohli Fans Slam Jos Buttler After India Batter's Yet Another Flop Show

Ex-India Star's Big 'Opportunity' Verdict On Afghanistan Ahead Of Champions Trophy

Watch: Rohit Sharma's Act After Completing Century Sums Up His Recent Struggles

Big Blow For England As New RCB Recruit Gets Ruled Out Of Champions Trophy

"Good Things Happen...": Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya Post Tributes As Rohit Sharma Hits Century

Three Indian Davis Cup Stars Granted Delhi Open 2025 Main Draw Wildcards