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Virender Sehwag Hits Bulls Eye As He Describes 'Underrated' Captain Rohit Sharma

India's ICC Champions Trophy 2025 triumph saw the team click as a unit, with different sets of players pitching in at different points in time. A complete performance was witnessed in Dubai as Rohit Sharma became only the second Indian captain to win multiple ICC titles. Despite there being plenty of chatter about his future, not just in a particular format but in international cricket overall, Rohit proved his credentials, both as a batter and a leader. Virender Sehwag, former India opener, went ga-ga over Rohit's captaincy, highlighting how what a servant he has been for the national team despite being underrated.

West Indies captain Matthews applauds T20 leagues for bolstering women's game

BENGALURU : Twenty20 leagues have transformed women's cricket from a sport that once relied on public support for survival into an appealing spectacle, according to West Indies white-ball captain Hayley Matthews.

1 Million Likes In 6 Minutes: Hardik Pandya's Champions Trophy 2025 Picture Breaks Virat Kohli's Record: Report

Indian cricket team all-rounder Hardik Pandya's picture on social media following the Champions Trophy victory broke a sensational record belonging to Virat Kohli. Hardik recreated his iconic T20 World Cup 2024 picture after the win in Dubai where he emulated social media star Khaby Lame's pose. The picture went viral immediately on social media and it broke Virat's record of getting the fastest 1 million likes for an Indian on Instagram. Previously, Virat's post after India's T20 World Cup win hit the 1-million likes mark within seven minutes. However, according to reports, Hardik's post reached 1 million likes in 6 minutes.

Bangladesh's Mahmudullah Bids Farewell To International Cricket

Bangladesh's veteran all-rounder Mahmudullah has announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing an end to a remarkable career spanning over 17 years. The 39-year-old announced on social media on Wednesday, expressing gratitude to his teammates, coaches, and fans who supported him throughout his journey. “I have decided to retire from international cricket,” Mahmudullah posted on Facebook. “I would like to thank all of my teammates, coaches & especially my fans who have always supported me. A big thank you to my parents, my in-laws—especially my father-in-law—and most importantly, my brother Emdad Ullah, who has been my coach and mentor since childhood.”

Former India All-Rounder Syed Abid Ali Dies At The Age Of 83

Former India all-rounder Syed Abid Ali, who was known for his versatility and sharp fielding skills, died on Wednesday after a prolonged illness. He was 83. He was part of an illustrious group of Hyderabad cricketers that included MAK Pataudi, ML Jaisimha, and Abbas Ali Baig. He died in the United States. The news of Abid Ali's passing was shared by the North America Cricket League (NACL). "It is with profound reverence and a heart full of admiration that I share with you the passing of uncle Syed Abid Ali a cricketing legend from India who made Tracy, California, his home, and whose remarkable legacy continues to inspire us to strive for excellence," NACL posted in its Facebook page.

Wasim Akram Furious With Ex-Pakistan Stars Questioning Legacy After Champions Trophy Poor Show: "Unka Naam..."

Pakistan began the Champions Trophy 2025 as the defending champions, but they never lived up to the tag. In fact, they were one of the first teams to be knocked out of the Champions Trophy 2025, a tournament that they were hosting. The capitulation that Pakistan had, led to widespread criticism. From lack of intent in the players to zero planning by the Pakistan Cricket Board, none were spared. Even nineties' stars faced criticism. The 90s was a time when Pakistan won the World Cup and notched some memorable wins.

"A Lot Of Distance...": Varun Chakravarthy's Indirect Jibe At Critics After Champions Trophy 2025 Triumph

Varun Chakravarthy's late inclusion in India's Champions Trophy squad proved to be an X-factor for the team in the eight-team competition, which came to a grand conclusion with the Rohit Sharma-led side lifting the title in Dubai last Sunday. Chakravarthy was arguably India's best bowler as he picked nine wickets, tournament's second best tally, in just three matches. He took 2-45 in the final against New Zealand, helping India restrict New Zealand to 251/7, a total which the team chased down in 49 overs.

"Not Happy The Way He...": Shreyas Iyer Receives Blunt Verdict by World Cup Winner Over CT 2025 Final Show

Runs from the likes of Shreyas Iyer and K L Rahul on slow pitches of Dubai contributed immensely to India's title-winning run at the Champions Trophy 2025. Following a roller-coaster year when he won the IPL and was dropped from the central contracts at the same time, Iyer has shown his value to the team. 1983 World Cup winner Dilip Vengsarkar, who has been a BCCI chief selector too, could not be more pleased for the middle-order batter.

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Virender Sehwag Hits Bulls Eye As He Describes 'Underrated' Captain Rohit Sharma

West Indies captain Matthews applauds T20 leagues for bolstering women's game

1 Million Likes In 6 Minutes: Hardik Pandya's Champions Trophy 2025 Picture Breaks Virat Kohli's Record: Report

Bangladesh's Mahmudullah Bids Farewell To International Cricket

Former India All-Rounder Syed Abid Ali Dies At The Age Of 83

Wasim Akram Furious With Ex-Pakistan Stars Questioning Legacy After Champions Trophy Poor Show: "Unka Naam..."

"A Lot Of Distance...": Varun Chakravarthy's Indirect Jibe At Critics After Champions Trophy 2025 Triumph

"Not Happy The Way He...": Shreyas Iyer Receives Blunt Verdict by World Cup Winner Over CT 2025 Final Show