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"Sorry Situation" For India Superstar, Set To Be Snubbed For Pakistan Clash: Sanjay Manjrekar

As the countdown for India's ICC Champions Trophy 2025 showdown ends, some tough selection calls are expected to unfold. With only 11 players allowed on the pitch, India have had no place for Arshdeep Singh, Rishabh Pant, and a few others in the team. Even against Pakistan, Pant is expected to warm the bench as KL Rahul takes the role of a finisher and wicket-keeper batter against Mohammad Rizwan's side on Sunday. India vs Pakistan LIVE.

Rohit Sharma Retirement Talks Soar, Champions Trophy Labelled India Captain's "Final Tournament"

Aged 37, India captain Rohit Sharma probably has his best days behind him. The opening batter remains one of Team India's pillars, though a lot has been said and written about his future in the Test format. Though Rohit even returned to domestic cricket, to showcase his intention of extending his international career, many experts feel a big decision could unfold from the skipper as the ICC Champions Trophy concludes. Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar holds a similar opinion, suggesting Rohit could say goodbye as the Champions Trophy concludes.

Very Unlikely Rohit Sharma Will Be There For 2027 World Cup: Sanjay Manjrekar

Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar feels it's "very unlikely" that Rohit Sharma would be around till the 2027 Cricket World Cup, saying that the ongoing Champions Trophy in Pakistan and Dubai could be the last ICC tournament for the stylish opening batter. Rohit struggled for runs during the three-Test series against New Zealand and the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. He returned to form in style by smashing a century in the second ODI against England at Cuttack earlier this month, giving India hope as they prepared for the Champions Trophy.

"Going Through A Difficult Time, Just Keep...": Sanjay Manjrekar's Advice For Virat Kohli

Former player Sanjay Manjrekar believes Virat Kohli must "settle his mind" and not pressurise himself by overthinking or practicing a lot, ahead of India's key clash against arch rivals Pakistan in the Champions Trophy in Dubai on Sunday. Kohli, who has struggled against spin bowling of late in one-day cricket, arrived at practice a couple of hours before the others and spent a considerable time facing spinners in the nets on Saturday.

"Despite His Obvious Talent...": Sanjay Manjrekar Makes Comparisons Between Shreyas Iyer And Shubman Gill

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar believes vice-captain Shubman Gill gives the impression of someone who will be around international for 10-15 more years, something which Shreyas Iyer doesn't give vibes of. Chasing 229 against Bangladesh at the Dubai International Stadium, Gill hit an unbeaten 101 off 129 balls, laced with nine fours and two sixes, and ensured India got a six-wicket win by completing the chase with 21 balls to spare. "He (Gill) is batting at the right position to make a huge impact. When he gets a hundred, like today, it seems like there is plenty left in the tank. It was like 60% of Shubman Gill is enough to get a hundred like this and he stays till the end."

Sanjay Manjrekar Raises Question On Pakistan Team After Shambolic Display In Champions Trophy Opener

Former cricketer-turned-commentator Sanjay Manjrekar believes Pakistan's next matches will shed more light on whether the "intent" of the defending champions is an issue or an "inherent ability." Pakistan left the fans agitated with their lack of intent and laggard approach while pursuing a daunting 321-run target against New Zealand in the Champions Trophy opener in Karachi. On a dry strip filled with cracks, a 321-run target appeared to be chasable if Pakistan batters stuck to a run-a-ball approach. However, Pakistan batters' unrushed approach slowly took them out of the race.

Why Wasn't Virat Kohli Given RCB Captaincy? Sanjay Manjrekar Explains 'Pressure' Factor

Fans' hopes to see Virat Kohli leading the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) hit brick wall as the franchise announced the appointment of Rajat Patidar, a name that is yet to become an international regular, its captain. The franchise's call did surprise a few considering rumours of Virat's potential return to the leadership role were doing rounds for a long time. Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar, however, feels the right call was made by the franchise as it didn't want to put additional pressure on the batter, who has already quit T20 internationals.

"The Old Aggression And Meanness": Sanjay Manjrekar On Why Australia Would Dearly Miss Pat Cummins

Australia have suffered a massive headache ahead of the Champions Trophy 2025, with as many as four star players - originally part of their 15-man squad - set to be ruled out of the tournament. The chief absentee among them is captain Pat Cummins, who has not been able to recover in time from an injury suffered during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India. Former Indian cricketer, now a reputed commentator, Sanjay Manjrekar has elaborated that it is Cummins the leader that Australia will miss the most.

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"Sorry Situation" For India Superstar, Set To Be Snubbed For Pakistan Clash: Sanjay Manjrekar

Rohit Sharma Retirement Talks Soar, Champions Trophy Labelled India Captain's "Final Tournament"

Very Unlikely Rohit Sharma Will Be There For 2027 World Cup: Sanjay Manjrekar

"Going Through A Difficult Time, Just Keep...": Sanjay Manjrekar's Advice For Virat Kohli

"Despite His Obvious Talent...": Sanjay Manjrekar Makes Comparisons Between Shreyas Iyer And Shubman Gill

Sanjay Manjrekar Raises Question On Pakistan Team After Shambolic Display In Champions Trophy Opener

Why Wasn't Virat Kohli Given RCB Captaincy? Sanjay Manjrekar Explains 'Pressure' Factor

"The Old Aggression And Meanness": Sanjay Manjrekar On Why Australia Would Dearly Miss Pat Cummins