New Zealand's Nonu makes comeback in Toulon at 42
New Zealand great Ma'a Nonu has joined RC Toulon in a surprising comeback, the French club said on Tuesday, with the 42-year-old arriving as medical cover at the Top 14 side.
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"Don't Need To Be Complacent": BCCI Secretary's Advice For Team India After Reaching Semis
After India's thumping six-wicket win over Pakistan in the Champions Trophy, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia lauded the team for their effort and advised them to not be complacent and focus on the big matches ahead. Virat Kohli's stunning unbeaten century guided India over the line in 42.3 overs in the chase of 242. His knock was laced with seven boundaries, including his picture-perfect cover drives, reminding his critics of his vintage days. During the match, Kohli became the fastest batter to complete 14,000 ODI runs and also surpassed Mohammad Azharuddin's feat for most catches for India as a fielder in ODIs. He was named Player of the Match for his dual heroics.
"Got Themselves To blame": Ex-India's Star's Blunt Take On Bangladesh's Champions Trophy Exit
Bangladesh's struggles in global tournaments continued as they crashed out of the ICC Champions Trophy following another underwhelming batting display. Their inability to put up competitive totals--228 all out in the first match and 236 for 9 in the second--exposed their long-standing issues, particularly with their experienced players failing to step up on the big stage. Former India batter Wasim Jaffer was especially critical of Mahmudullah and Mushfiqur Rahim's shot selection in their five-wicket defeat to New Zealand. Both veterans fell playing rash strokes, leaving Bangladesh five wickets down by the 27th over. New Zealand, in response, chased the target with ease.
"Lack Of energy": Ex-England Skipper Slams Pakistan After Big Defeat Against India
Former England captain Michael Atherton has described the intense rivalry between India and Pakistan as "one-sided", following India's win in the Group A match of the Champions Trophy. The highly-anticipated India-Pakistan clash in the 2025 Champions Trophy turned out to be another lopsided affair, with Rohit Sharma's men securing a dominant six-wicket win in Dubai to seal their place in the semifinals. Speaking on the Sky Sports Podcast, Atherton highlighted that despite all the hype surrounding the fixture, the match has not lived up to expectations.
"Please Stay Like This, Pakistan": Ex India Star Hilariously Mocks Mohammad Rizwan And Co
Virat Kohli slammed a stunning century as India completely outplayed Pakistan in their Champions Trophy 2025 encounter in Dubai on Sunday. it was a complete performance from India who produced a disciplined bowling show before a special knock from Virat clinched the game. Pakistan bowlers did not have a good outing as almost all of them conceded runs and did not look in good form. Former Indian cricket team batter Aakash Chopra singled out the selection of Salman Agha and Khushdil Shah as spinners and said that they fail when compared to the likes of Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel.
Champions Trophy: Ramiz Raja Hints At 'Schedule Conspiracy' Behind Pakistan's Early Elimination
Former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ramiz Raja questioned why Pakistan began its campaign against New Zealand in the Champions Trophy, rather than Bangladesh after India humbled Pakistan in a high-voltage clash in Dubai. Following Pakistan's heavy defeat against India, which jeopardised their title defence, Ramiz questioned the team's strategy. "I wonder why Pakistan played their first match against New Zealand. They should have played their first match against Bangladesh. Even though Bangladesh is a strong side, it was still comparatively an easy match for them," Ramiz said on his YouTube channel.
New Zealand Star Rachin Ravindra Scripts History, Becomes 1st Player In The World To...
No mutual affection between New Zealand batter Rachin Ravindra and ICC events continues to grow, with the Kiwi star scoring a century on his Champions Trophy debut. Ravindra returned to New Zealand's playing XI after missing the previous match against Pakistan due to an injury. The batter stitched his innings with patience and reached the triple-digit score in yet another ICC outing. In the process, Ravindra shattered multiple records. He also became the first batter in the game's history to score a century on both his ODI World Cup and Champions Trophy debut.
Tsitsipas targeting third Dubai final after beating Sonego
DUBAI: After a five-year absence from the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, Greece star Stefanos Tsitsipas returned with a straight-sets victory on Monday, defeating Italy’s Lorenzo Sonego 7-6(4), 6-3 to advance to the second round.