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Virat Kohli's Reaction To Ravindra Jadeja's 'Animated' Take On His Dismissal Goes Viral - Watch

Shreyas Iyer produced a composed fifty under pressure but New Zealand, led by pacer Mark Henry, managed to stifle India to an under-par 249 for nine in their Champions Trophy Group A match on Sunday. Iyer (79 off 98 balls) shared a well-paced 98 runs alliance with Axar Patel (42 off 61 balls) for the fourth wicket and Hardik Pandya (45 off 45) played a quick-fire innings towards the end to help India survive a top-order meltdown. Henry (5/42) was the most successful bowler for New Zealand, who also made an impact with their terrific fielding. It was a slightly different situation for Iyer as in the last few matches, the top three batters had given him the cushion of runs.

Anushka Sharma Stunned, Crowd In Dismay As Virat Kohli Flops In 300th ODI - Watch

Virat Kohli failed to score big on his 300th ODI match as he was dismissed for just 11 during the Champions Trophy 2025 Group A match against New Zealand in Dubai on Sunday. Virat looked in good form but a stunning catch by Glenn Phillips ended his stay at the crease. Kohli slammed the ball from Matt Henry towards the backward point region but Phillips was on to it in a flash. The New Zealand cricketer pulled off a perfect dive to complete a one-handed blinder. The crowd was left stunned by the sheer precision of the catch with Virat's wife and Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma's reaction going viral on social media. Even Virat could not help but smile a bit at the manner of his dismissal.

India vs New Zealand LIVE Score, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Injury Scare For Mohammed Shami; India Set 250-Run Target vs NZ

India vs New Zealand ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Live Updates: Shreyas Iyer's brilliant knock helped India reach 249/9 in 50 overs against New Zealand in the Champions Trophy 2025, Group A match. Asked to bat, India lost quick wickets with Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli going back with only 30 runs on the board.

South Africa's Kapp wants more women's test matches

There should be more women's test cricket in order to improve standards in the game, South Africa all-rounder Marizanne Kapp has said.

Champions Trophy: Wishes Pour In From Teammates As Virat Kohli Enters 300-ODI Club

During the India-New Zealand Group A clash in the 2025 Champions Trophy, talismanic batter Virat Kohli became the seventh Indian men's player to play 300 ODI games. He is also the 22nd player overall to get to the illustrious landmark in international cricket. However, the star batter couldn't manage to stay longer on the crease as he was dismissed by Matt Henry for 11. Kohli nailed a full-blooded cut but Glenn Phillips flew to his right at backward point to pouch a one-handed stunner, leaving Kohli and fans stunned. (India vs New Zealand LIVE Score)

"Reminds Me Of Myself": West Indies Great Vivian Richards' Big Praise For Virat Kohli

West Indies legend Sir Vivian Richards on Sunday said Virat Kohli's fighting spirit, energy, and passion put him in the category of cricket's "great" and "legendary" players. Richards, a long-time admirer of Kohli's indomitable spirit and passion for the game, also hailed the India batter for silencing critics through performances on the field. "Well, I think he answers all of us, really. Before the World Cup for the ODIs, where he wasn't doing that well and then he came back in magnificent form, so, that is true testament to the character that we are speaking about," said Richards, a governing council member for the International Master League, during a virtual interaction.

India vs New Zealand LIVE Score, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Mitchell Santner's Strange Response After Shreyas Iyer's 'Tactic' vs NZ

India vs New Zealand LIVE Updates, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Shreyas Iyer and Axar Patel are in the rescue act for three-down India against New Zealand in a Group A match of Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday. India got off to a terrible start after being reduced to 30 for 3 in 6.4 overs. Matt Henry removed Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli while Kyle Jamieson got the wicket of Rohit Sharma. Earlier, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and opted to bowl in the game. (Live Scorecard)

Watch: Virat Kohli's Stunned Reaction As Glenn Phillips Takes Absolute Screamer

After a century against Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy match, Virat Kohli could only muster up 11 runs in India's final group stage match against New Zealand on Sunday. Kohli, who was looking to continue his red-hot form, thanks to his 51st ODI hundred in the last match, was undone by a Superman-esque catch from Glenn Phillips at point. Even Kohli couldn't believe what he saw as the Kiwi star dove towards his right-hand side and grabbed the catch to send the India star packing.

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Virat Kohli's Reaction To Ravindra Jadeja's 'Animated' Take On His Dismissal Goes Viral - Watch

Anushka Sharma Stunned, Crowd In Dismay As Virat Kohli Flops In 300th ODI - Watch

India vs New Zealand LIVE Score, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Injury Scare For Mohammed Shami; India Set 250-Run Target vs NZ

South Africa's Kapp wants more women's test matches

Champions Trophy: Wishes Pour In From Teammates As Virat Kohli Enters 300-ODI Club

"Reminds Me Of Myself": West Indies Great Vivian Richards' Big Praise For Virat Kohli

India vs New Zealand LIVE Score, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Mitchell Santner's Strange Response After Shreyas Iyer's 'Tactic' vs NZ

Watch: Virat Kohli's Stunned Reaction As Glenn Phillips Takes Absolute Screamer