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Watch: Rohit Sharma Livid With Himself, Then Does This After Robbing Axar Patel Of Hat-Trick In Champions Trophy

The Indian cricket team bowlers came out all guns blazing in its first match of the Champions Trophy 2025 as Mohammed Shami and Co. reduced Najmul Hasan Shanto's team to 5-down inside nine overs. The Bangladesh batting line-up fell like a pack of cards as Mohammed Shami struck in the first over itself, followed by Harshit Rana's wicket in the third over. Shami then took the wicket of Mehidy Hasan Miraz before the real magic happen in the ninth over by Axar Patel.

India vs Bangladesh Live Streaming, Champions Trophy 2025 Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch Live

IND vs BAN Champions Trophy 2025 LIVE Streaming: Team India is all set to begin its Champions Trophy 2025 campaign Bangladesh on Thursday in Dubai. With just two teams each from both groups set to enter the semi-finals, every group stage game is critical for the Rohit Sharma-led side to win and strengthen their chances of winning the title they last held in 2013. India come on the back of good momentum they got in all aspects of the game while registering a 3-0 ODI series win over England at home.

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.

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.

On Axar Patel Batting Ahead Of KL Rahul vs England, Gautam Gambhir's Honest "Impact" Verdict

India's dominant 3-0 series victory over England left little room for doubt about their superiority, but one aspect of their batting order drew scrutiny. In two of the successful chases, all-rounder Axar Patel was promoted up the order, leaving KL Rahul with minimal involvement. This move, seemingly influenced by head coach Gautam Gambhir's preference for a right-left combination in the middle order, sparked debate among commentators.

India's Likely Playing XI vs England, 3rd ODI: Rohit Sharma To Make 3 Changes In Team?

Up 2-0 in the series, the Indian cricket team hosts England for the third and final ODI at Ahmedabad on Wednesday. With the fate of the series already sealed, expect India skipper Rohit Sharma to try a few fresh places in the playing XI. The likes of Kuldeep Yadav, Rishabh Pant, and Arshdeep Singh could all get a chance to play, especially keeping the team's ICC Champions Trophy participation in mind. There is bound to be a special focus on Virat Kohli too as the entire country awaits his return to form.

Rishabh Pant Sent Clear Message: Champions Trophy Chances 'Delayed' Due To This Star

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar has vouched for all-rounder Axar Patel's inclusion in the playing XI for the upcoming Champions Trophy. Axar was promoted up the order in the first ODI against England, and the southpaw lit up India's 249-run chase with a 47-ball 52, adding 108-runs for the fourth wicket with vice-captain Shubman Gill. While Axar's ability with the ball was never in doubt, Manjrekar feels that he has time and time again proved his credentials as a batter.

Three Indian Players Seek Blessing At Puri Jagannath Temple Ahead Of 2nd ODI

A day before the second ODI against England at Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, three players of the Indian cricket team on Saturday visited Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri and sought the blessings of the trinity - Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra and Lord Jagannath. The three players - Washington Sundar, Varun Chakaravarthy, and Axar Patel - visited the Jagannath temple early in the morning amid tight security. The players were escorted by security personnel and facilitated smooth darshan of the deities, police said. "The darshan was very good," Washington Sundar said.

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Watch: Rohit Sharma Livid With Himself, Then Does This After Robbing Axar Patel Of Hat-Trick In Champions Trophy

India vs Bangladesh Live Streaming, Champions Trophy 2025 Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch Live

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

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

On Axar Patel Batting Ahead Of KL Rahul vs England, Gautam Gambhir's Honest "Impact" Verdict

India's Likely Playing XI vs England, 3rd ODI: Rohit Sharma To Make 3 Changes In Team?

Rishabh Pant Sent Clear Message: Champions Trophy Chances 'Delayed' Due To This Star

Three Indian Players Seek Blessing At Puri Jagannath Temple Ahead Of 2nd ODI