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Ravichandran Ashwin Slams "Superstar" Culture In Indian Team: 'Rohit Sharma Or Virat Kohli...'

Ever since announcing his international retirement, veteran cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has become more active on social media, especially YouTube. Ashwin called time on his illustrious international career during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in December last year. Recently, Ashwin spoke strongly against the "celebrity culture" in the Indian team, insisting that cricketers are not actors or superstars but simply athletes. The veteran all-rounder also urged players to stay grounded in order to be more relatable to the common people.

Watch: Huge Run-Out Controversy In WPL 2025 As Delhi Capitals Beat Mumbai Indians On Last Ball

The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 campaign is off to a flier, with the Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians encounter on Saturday turning out to be an absolute thriller. DC edged MI by the narrowest of margins, with a last-ball run-out decision that went in the Delhi franchise's favour sealing the fate of the game. Delhi got off to a fiery start, thanks to Shafali Varma before composed knocks by Niki Prasad and Sarah Bryce helped the team secure a two-wicket win against MI. However, the match didn't end without controversy, with a section of fans on social media suggesting that the run-out appeal a the end should've gone in Mumbai's favour.

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.

WPL 2025: Delhi Capitals Register Two-Wicket Win Over Mumbai Indians In Last-Ball Thriller

Delhi Capitals produced a splendid bowling effort before their batters, led by Niki Prasad, survived some anxious moments to register a narrow two-wicket win over Mumbai Indians in a last-ball thriller in the Women's Premier League in Vadodara on Saturday. Opting to bowl, DC bundled out MI for 164 in 19.1 overs, with Nat Sciver-Brunt's commanding unbeaten 80 and Harmanpreet Kaur's quickfire 42 off 22 balls anchoring the innings. Chasing the target, Shafali Verma's blistering 43 off 18 balls gave DC a flying start, as they reached 60 for no loss. However, MI staged a sensational comeback, almost derailing the chase.

Lancashire outline ambition to rival United and City after £80m Manchester Originals deal

Lancashire cricket chiefs say they are aiming to 'challenge' Manchester United and Manchester City in 'the UK’s number one sporting city' after announcing a multi-million pound investment in The Manchester Originals.

Focus On Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli As Team India Arrives In Dubai Ahead Of Champions Trophy

The Indian team made its touch down in Dubai on Saturday, hoping to bag the ICC Champions Trophy, starting from February 18, for the second time since 2013. India had last won the ICC marquee event in England 12 years back under the legendary MS Dhoni. The players and support staff trooped into a waiting bus, in line with the new BCCI diktat of travelling as a group, before proceeding to the designated team hotel.

Virat Kohli Gives Special Gift To Ex-RCB Teammate's Son, Fans Adore Social Media Post

England batting great Kevin Pietersen's son Dylan received an autographed Indian jersey from star batter Virat Kohli, with the inventor of "switch-hit" sharing a heartwarming post on social media. Pietersen took to Instagram of his son wearing a shirt from Virat, which had his autograph with "To Dylan, with best wishes" written on it. "Got home and gave @dylanpietersenphotography a gift from @virat.kohli and it goes straight on! Fits like a glove. Thanks buddy!," said Pietersen's post caption.

"England Cricket Is Naive...": Ex-Star After Shocking 3-0 Loss To India Ahead Of Champions Trophy

Former England cricketer Mark Butcher has raised concerns about whether England possess enough experience in the 50-over format to compete effectively in the upcoming Champions Trophy. His remarks came after England suffered a humiliating 3-0 series defeat against India, exposing significant weaknesses in their ODI setup. Speaking on the Wisden Cricket Weekly podcast during England's third ODI loss in Ahmedabad, Butcher highlighted the lack of match experience among the squad. England fielded several inexperienced players in the series, including Jacob Bethell, who had played just 16 List A games before making his ODI debut last summer.

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Ravichandran Ashwin Slams "Superstar" Culture In Indian Team: 'Rohit Sharma Or Virat Kohli...'

Watch: Huge Run-Out Controversy In WPL 2025 As Delhi Capitals Beat Mumbai Indians On Last Ball

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

WPL 2025: Delhi Capitals Register Two-Wicket Win Over Mumbai Indians In Last-Ball Thriller

Lancashire outline ambition to rival United and City after £80m Manchester Originals deal

Focus On Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli As Team India Arrives In Dubai Ahead Of Champions Trophy

Virat Kohli Gives Special Gift To Ex-RCB Teammate's Son, Fans Adore Social Media Post

"England Cricket Is Naive...": Ex-Star After Shocking 3-0 Loss To India Ahead Of Champions Trophy