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Big Changes For New Zealand Clash? India Coach Drops Big 'Share The Bowling' Hint

Assured of a semifinal slot, India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate hinted that the team might ring in some changes in the bowling attack for its last group match against New Zealand on Sunday. At the same time, Doeschate said the side would not compromise on the balance as it also wants to top the group with an all-win preliminary campaign. New Zealand have also already qualified for the semifinals after two wins and Sunday's match will decide the Group A topper. "We've had two pretty tough training sessions, so that's been the preparation. In terms of the bench strength, I think the priority is making sure that we have our best guys available and fully fit for the second game (semifinal on March 4)," Doeschate told reporters.

On India's 'Champions Trophy 2025 Venue Advantage' Row, New Zealand Star's Brutally Honest Verdict

New Zealand off-spinner Michael Bracewell on Friday brushed aside any talks about India getting an unfair advantage in the ongoing Champions Trophy by playing all their games in Dubai, simply saying that his team was "excited to try and play in different conditions". Rohit Sharma's team is playing all its matches in Dubai, and even the final will be held here if India goes the distance. New Zealand will be playing their first match of the tournament here -- against India on Sunday -- after their last two games were held in Pakistan. Some cricketers, including South African top-order batter Rassie van der Dussen and former Australia skipper Pat Cummins, have said India are in an advantageous position as they have played all their games at one venue while other teams have had to travel to different venues in Pakistan.

Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Finalists Confirmed: India To Face Australia If...

South Africa topped Group B of the ongoing Champions Trophy after beating England in their final league game in Karachi on Saturday. With five points in three matches, South Africa finished ahead of Australia, four points, at the summit of Group B. In Group A, India and New Zealand will face on in a group-deciding clash in Dubai on Sunday. If India beat New Zealand, they will top Group A and set up a semi-final clash with Australia in the first semi-final on Tuesday, March 4, at the Dubai International Stadium. New Zealand will face South Africa a day later in the second semi-final in that case.

Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan To Be Benched For Domestic Players? Report Makes Big Claim

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to give the domestic players the opportunity to play in the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand after Pakistan's shambolic run in the ongoing Champions Trophy, Geo News reported citing sources. Sources informed Geo News that domestic players have been asked to travel to Lahore for the selection process for the five T20Is against the Blackcaps, beginning on March 16. In addition, a meeting will be held between the young cricketers and board officials.

Virat Kohli 300th ODI: Mind-Boggling Statistics Of World Cricket's Most-Calculated 'Chase-Master'

When India take on New Zealand for their final ICC Champions Trophy league stage match, star India batter Virat Kohli will be stepping on to the field for his 300th ODI match, becoming the only seventh Indian to do so. India will be taking on New Zealand in their final ICC Champions Trophy league stage match, having already qualified for the semifinals. With no stakes involved in this match, it would be the perfect time for Virat to showcase his free-flowing style of batting and regain some more confidence and form heading into the knockouts after a remarkable century while chasing against arch-rivals Pakistan.

South Africa Outclass England, Eliminate Afghanistan, Seal Champions Trophy Semi-Final Spot

South Africa cruised into the Champions Trophy semifinals in dominant fashion, defeating England by seven wickets to top Group B here on Saturday. Opting to bat, England were bundled out for 179 in 38.2 overs as South Africa's bowlers delivered a disciplined performance. With the modest target ensuring their semifinal berth by the innings break, the Proteas comfortably chased it down in 29.1 overs to finish with five points, two ahead of Australia. They will now face the Group A runners-up in the semifinals, with India and New Zealand set to battle for Group A placings in Dubai on Sunday.

South Africa book Champions Trophy semi-final with big win over England

Heinrich Klaasen and Rassie van der Dussen scored half-centuries as South Africa eased to a comfortable seven-wicket win over ailing England in Karachi on Saturday to book a semi-final place at the Champions Trophy.

Hugo Keenan praises those who have stepped up in Andy Farrell's absence

Ireland full-back Hugo Keenan has praised Ireland's coaching staff as they chase a third Six Nations title in a row.

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Big Changes For New Zealand Clash? India Coach Drops Big 'Share The Bowling' Hint

On India's 'Champions Trophy 2025 Venue Advantage' Row, New Zealand Star's Brutally Honest Verdict

Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Finalists Confirmed: India To Face Australia If...

Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan To Be Benched For Domestic Players? Report Makes Big Claim

Virat Kohli 300th ODI: Mind-Boggling Statistics Of World Cricket's Most-Calculated 'Chase-Master'

South Africa Outclass England, Eliminate Afghanistan, Seal Champions Trophy Semi-Final Spot

South Africa book Champions Trophy semi-final with big win over England

Hugo Keenan praises those who have stepped up in Andy Farrell's absence