Coaches welcome more competitive Super Rugby landscape
Moana Pasifika and Fijian Drua hope their first wins of the Super Rugby season will mark a turning point in a competition shaping as more even than in recent years.
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Watch: New Zealand Star Matt Henry Breaks Down After Being Ruled Out Of Champions Trophy Final
New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner delivered a disappointing update for his team's fans as he revealed that marquee pacer Matt Henry was ruled out of the Champions Trophy final against India due to an injury. Henry was spotted warming up ahead of the start of the final but couldn't prove his fitness. As a result, the Kiwis decided to go ahead without him in the playing XI for the title-decider. As soon as Henry understood that he would not be able to feature in the final, tears rolled down his cheeks and the visual broke many fans' hearts on social media.
"Begaani Shaadi Mein Abdullah Deewana": Ex Pak Star Roasts Critics Over 'Unfair Advantage' Row
Since India's spotless progression from the ICC Champions Trophy Group stage, the chatter over the team getting 'unfair advantage' in the schedule of the tournament has been a hot topic. Since India played all of their matches, including the final, in Dubai, questions have arose over the tilted nature of the schedule. A number of former and current cricketers have raised their objections on the subject, including some England greats. However, former Pakistan cricketer Rashid Latif found the ex-England stars' questions baffling.
Rohit Sharma Resists Temptation As India Name Safe Playing XI; New Zealand Make 'Unfortunate' Change
New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner won the toss and opted to bat first in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final against India at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. At the time of the toss, Santner confirmed that Matt Henry has been ruled out of this game as he has not recovered from the injury which he got during the semi-final clash against South Africa. India and New Zealand will vie for the ultimate glory at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, meeting in the summit clash on Sunday, 9 March in Dubai.
"Got Ahead Of Himself...": Ravi Shastri's Brutal Remark On Virat Kohli Ahead Of Champions Trophy Final
Ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy final, former coach Ravi Shastri provided an in-depth analysis of India star Virat Kohli as an ODI batter and said the right handers discipline, awareness of match situations are what sets him apart. Kohli's career in ODIs has been nothing short of spectacular , scoring 14,180 runs at an average of 58.11, with a record 51 centuries, firmly establishing his dominance in the format. The 36-year-old showcased flashes of his prime in the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025, when he first delivered a century against arch-rivals Pakistan before playing yet another masterful knock in the chase against Australia in the semifinal.
Champions Trophy 'Venue Advantage' Row: What Prompted Pakistan To Accept This Model?
In times where the focus should be on the Champions Trophy final between India and New Zealand, the chatter around an apparent 'advantage' that Rohit Sharma's men enjoyed by playing all of their games in Dubai hasn't died down. Allegations continue to come thick and heavy, forcing even head coach Gautam Gambhir to ask some difficult questions in the press conferences. While there's no denying the logistical ease India enjoyed by being stationed in one city for the entire duration of the Champions Trophy, there's more before it can be called an 'advantage'.
India vs New Zealand, Champions Trophy Final: Head-To-Head, Form, Players In Focus
Team India will lock horns with New Zealand in the final of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday in search of registering one more ICC trophy against their names. Adding to the intrigue, these two teams have already battled in the tournament, and at the same venue, no less. This means strategies and adjustments will be firmly in focus as the Black Caps attempt to correct what happened a week ago.
India vs New Zealand LIVE Updates, Champions Trophy 2025 Final: Surprise Change On Cards Amid 'Advantage' Row
India vs New Zealand LIVE Updates, Champions Trophy 2025 Final: India take on New Zealand in the highly-anticipated ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final. India have not lost a single game in the tournament so far, and enter the game as firm favourites to lift a record third title.