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Amid India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy Stand-Off, ICC Dealt Major Legal Threat

The future of the Champions Trophy 2025 is uncertain. There has been no progress since the time the BCCI informed the International Cricket Council (ICC) that it will not be sending the Indian cricket to Pakistan, the designated hosts, for the Champions Trophy. After that announcement, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) sought a written explanation from the ICC about the status of the participation of various teams. It also said that a hybrid model (where some matches will be played at a neutral venue) is not acceptable to it.

'Snake Cracks' On Perth Test Pitch? Chief Curator Makes Big Revelation

WACA head curator Isaac McDonald on Wednesday said the unusual rain in Perth has impacted the pitch preparation for the first Test of Border-Gavaskar Trophy and though he doesn't expect the surface to develop "snake cracks", there will still be plenty of bounce and carry. The surface at the Optus Stadium or at the nearby WACA ground is known for its pace and bounce and when the cracks open up in dry conditions, it provides more assistance to the seamers besides bringing the spinners into play.

"Little Competition...": India's Fielding Coach On How He Gets The Best Out Of Players

India's fielding coach T Dilip on Wednesday revealed that he prefers organizing fielding competitions between groups of players at the start of training sessions as it helps set the right tone. Set to take on Australia in a five-Test series for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy from Friday, the visiting Indian camp has tried to maximise their training sessions and match simulations ahead of the opening Test. Dilip, who has been retained as India's fielding coach under new head coach Gautam Gambhir, said his experience has helped him identify the right process to enhance the team's preparation.

Which India Star Is Capable Enough Of Playing For Australia? Pat Cummins' Reply Shocks Internet

Australian cricket team skipper Pat Cummins believes that there is not a single India cricketer who can slot into his side. Ahead of the five-match Test series against India, Australia cricketers like Nathan Lyon, Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head were asked to pick one player from the opposition side who can join their team seamlessly. While all of them named an individual, Cummins just replied - "No one". Coming to the other players, Lyon picked Virat Kohli, Mitchell Marsh picked Rishabh Pant. "It'd be a pretty strong batting lineup having Smith, Marnus and Virat in your top order," said Nathan Lyon.

Hardik Pandya Re-Claims Top Spot In ICC Men's T20I All-Rounders Rankings

Star India all-rounder Hardik Pandya re-claimed the top spot in the latest ICC Men's T20I Player Rankings for all-rounders on Wednesday following his exceptional performance in the recently concluded T20I series against South Africa. Pandya overtook England's Liam Livingstone and Nepal dynamo Dipendra Singh Airee at the top of the T20I all-rounder charts on the back of some strong form during India's recent series in South Africa, with the 31-year-old producing some eye-catching efforts with both bat and ball.

'Rohit Sharma Is Not Indispensable": World Cup Winner's Blunt Take On India Skipper Missing Perth Test

India are all set to face Australia in the highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The first Test of this five-match series will kick-start from Friday in Perth. Ahead of the first match, India have already faced several downs as their skipper Rohit Sharma will not play the opening game due to the birth of his second child. In his absence, star pacer Jasprit Bumrah will be leading the team. Apart from this, young batter Shubman Gill has also picked up an injury and is all but out of the first game.

"Two Misfits...": Virat Kohli's Social Media Post Leaves Fans Worried

Indian cricket team star batter Virat Kohli's social media post just ahead of the Test series against Australia left a lot of fans worried. Kohli is currently in Australia with the first Test match starting on Friday and he has been practicing hard in the nets. It has not been a good year for the veteran cricketer as he struggled to score runs in the Test series against New Zealand as India slumped to a 0-3 loss in the three-match series. Kohli took to social media to to announce the ten-year anniversary of his apparel brand, Wrogn. However, the wording of the social media post left a lot of fans quite puzzled.

Ajit Agarkar To Stay Back For Australia Tests; Big Call On Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Expected: Report

Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Agarkar will be working on a roadmap for the future of the white-ball teams alongside the upcoming Test series against Australia, according to a report by Times Of India. The report claimed that Agarkar has been asked to stay in Australia for the entirety of the Test series and work closely with Gambhir on the future plans. Questions were asked of the team management after India slumped to a 0-3 loss against New Zealand in the three-match Test series at home. As a result, this step seems to be an effort to increase collaboration.

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Amid India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy Stand-Off, ICC Dealt Major Legal Threat

'Snake Cracks' On Perth Test Pitch? Chief Curator Makes Big Revelation

"Little Competition...": India's Fielding Coach On How He Gets The Best Out Of Players

Which India Star Is Capable Enough Of Playing For Australia? Pat Cummins' Reply Shocks Internet

Hardik Pandya Re-Claims Top Spot In ICC Men's T20I All-Rounders Rankings

'Rohit Sharma Is Not Indispensable": World Cup Winner's Blunt Take On India Skipper Missing Perth Test

"Two Misfits...": Virat Kohli's Social Media Post Leaves Fans Worried

Ajit Agarkar To Stay Back For Australia Tests; Big Call On Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Expected: Report