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Mumbai Indians Power To Victory, UP Warriorz Playoff Hopes All But Over

Hayley Matthews smashed a 46-ball 68, while Amelia Kerr registered her best figures of 5/38 as Mumbai Indians progressed to a six-wicket win over UP Warriorz in the Women's Premier League here on Thursday. The former champions chased down 151 in just 18.3 overs, boosting their net run rate and jumping to second in the table with eight points, two behind leaders Delhi Capitals with a game in hand. This was UP Warriorz's third consecutive defeat, leaving them on the brink of elimination.

Umpires Announced For Champions Trophy Final

Australia's Paul Reiffel and England's Richard Illingworth will be the on-field umpires, while Sri Lanka's Ranjan Madugalle will be the match referee for the Champions Trophy final between India and New Zealand here on Sunday. Reiffel, 58, a former Australian fast bowler with more than 200 Test and ODI wickets, was one of the on-field umpires during South Africa's semifinal against New Zealand in Lahore. Illingworth, 61, a former England left-arm spinner, was part of the action in India's last-four clash against Australia in Dubai.

Suryakumar Yadav Wishes India Luck Ahead Of Champions Trophy Final, Praises Rohit Sharma's Fitness

India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav wished Men in Blue luck ahead of their ICC Champions Trophy final against New Zealand and also lauded skipper Rohit Sharma's fitness and contributions as captain in recent years, which include taking India to the final of all ICC tournaments during his tenure. India will be playing New Zealand in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy on March 9 at Dubai International Stadium. With India being undefeated in the tournament so far and the Kiwis having looked rock solid with bat and ball under the captaincy of Mitchell Santner, the clash promises to be an epic sequel to their 2000 ICC Champions Trophy final, when NZ won. Men in Blue would like to avenge losses to the Blackcaps in the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup semifinal and 2021 ICC World Test Championship final.

Stokes on the list of potential England white-ball captains, says Key

LONDON : England test captain Ben Stokes has to be on a list of possible replacements for Jos Buttler, who resigned last week as limited-overs captain, director of men's cricket Rob Key said on Thursday.

"It Is Your Deeds...": On Mohammed Shami's 'Roza' Row, Congress Leader Shama Mohamed's Stunning Take

Congress leader Shama Mohamed, who had criticised India captain Rohit Sharma for his fitness, has backed pacer Mohammed Shami after the latter decided not to keep 'Roza' (fast) during the Champions Trophy. Amid the holy month of Ramzan, the 34-year-old player was seen taking an energy drink during the semi-final clash against Australia at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. After that, President of All India Muslim Jamaat, Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Bareilvi stoked a controversy by calling Shami "a criminal" for not observing 'Roza' during Ramzan.

India To Play Tri-Series vs Sri Lanka, South Africa Ahead Of Women's 50-Over World Cup

Sri Lanka will host a women's ODI tri-series involving India and South Africa from April 27 to May 11, the country's cricket board said on Thursday. The tri-series will be crucial in their build-up for the 50-overs World Cup slated to be held later this year in India. The three competing teams will play four matches each — all day games — with the tournament to be held at the R Premadasa International Cricket Stadium here, stated an SLC release. The tournament will begin with India taking on Sri Lanka.

Hardik Pandya Reveals Why He Was Smiling Despite Getting Out In Champions Trophy 2025 Semifinal

India entered the Champions Trophy 2025 final after a sweet victory over Australia in the semi-final. The side chased down a target of 265 - the highest against Australia in ICC ODI events - thanks to significant contributions by a number of their batters. While Virat Kohli (84) and Shreyas Iyer (45) had laid the platform, the pressure to finish the game was on the shoulders of Hardik Pandya and KL Rahul. Pandya hit three big sixes in a crucial cameo, helping India get over the line.

Mohammed Shami Called 'Criminal' For Not Doing This. Family Responds Strongly

Right-arm seamer Mohammed Shami's cousin, Mumtaz, came out in support of his brother and said that he is playing for the country and called the people "shameful" who are blaming the cricketer for not keeping the "Roza". During Ramzan, the 34-year-old player was seen drinking an energy drink during the semi-final clash against Australia at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. "He is playing for the country. There are many Pakistani players who have not kept 'Roza' and are playing matches, so this is nothing new. It is very shameful that such things are being said about him. We will tell Mohammed Shami not to pay attention to these things and prepare for the match on March 9," Mumtaz said while speaking to ANI.

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Mumbai Indians Power To Victory, UP Warriorz Playoff Hopes All But Over

Umpires Announced For Champions Trophy Final

Suryakumar Yadav Wishes India Luck Ahead Of Champions Trophy Final, Praises Rohit Sharma's Fitness

Stokes on the list of potential England white-ball captains, says Key

"It Is Your Deeds...": On Mohammed Shami's 'Roza' Row, Congress Leader Shama Mohamed's Stunning Take

India To Play Tri-Series vs Sri Lanka, South Africa Ahead Of Women's 50-Over World Cup

Hardik Pandya Reveals Why He Was Smiling Despite Getting Out In Champions Trophy 2025 Semifinal

Mohammed Shami Called 'Criminal' For Not Doing This. Family Responds Strongly