Category: Sports

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Ravindra Jadeja’s Participation in Doubt Amid Focus on Transition

Manish Kumar

India’s preparation for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, scheduled from February 19 to March 9, has raised questions about the future of veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja in ODI cricket. Under head coach Gautam Gambhir, the team management is reportedly prioritizing building a strong core for the 2027 ODI World Cup, and Jadeja’s recent performances have sparked discussions about his place in the squad. Jadeja’s ODI Struggles Ravindra Jadeja’s form in ODI cricket has been under scrutiny. Over the past two years, his strike rate has dropped to 75, and he…

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Hardik Pandya’s Selection Hangs in Balance as Deadline Approaches

Manish Kumar

As the countdown begins for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee is gearing up for crucial decisions regarding India’s squad. With the deadline for submitting the preliminary squad set for January 12, fans and pundits alike are eagerly awaiting the final list. Key Developments in Squad Selection Hardik Pandya’s Inclusion: The star allrounder’s participation remains the most significant question. Hardik Pandya, a vital contributor to India’s victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup, has been absent from ODI cricket since sustaining an injury during the 2023…

Harbhajan Singh Blames Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir for Jasprit Bumrah’s Injury During Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Manish Kumar

Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh has held team management, including captain Rohit Sharma and mentor Gautam Gambhir, accountable for Jasprit Bumrah’s injury during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25. With the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 just around the corner, Bumrah’s uncertain fitness status has become a major concern for Indian cricket. Jasprit Bumrah’s Fitness Woes Ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy Bumrah, who delivered a stellar performance in the BGT by claiming 32 wickets in just nine innings, was forced to miss the New Year’s Test at the SCG due to…

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Jasprit Bumrah Named India’s New Vice-Captain, Replacing Shubman Gill

Manish Kumar

As India gears up for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, significant leadership changes have been made. Jasprit Bumrah, a key figure in Indian cricket, has been named the new vice-captain, taking over the role from Shubman Gill. Leadership Shake-Up: Shubman Gill’s Role Reassessed: Gill was elevated to vice-captaincy in white-ball formats after the T20 World Cup 2024 to groom him as a future leader. However, recent underwhelming performances and the team’s priorities have led the BCCI to reconsider his leadership role. Bumrah Steps In: Jasprit Bumrah has been a reliable…

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Fitness Concerns Cloud India’s Squad Selection

Manish Kumar

With the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 fast approaching, India’s selectors face challenges in finalizing the squad due to injuries to key players like Mohammed Shami and Kuldeep Yadav. The upcoming ODI series against England will likely shape the final lineup, but the squad announcement must meet the ICC’s January 12 deadline, adding urgency to the decision-making process. Mohammed Shami: Doubts Persist Recent Form: Shami last played for India in the ODI World Cup 2023 final before an ankle injury sidelined him. Since then, he has showcased strong performances in domestic…

BCCI Confirms Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for ODI Series Against England

Manish Kumar

India’s premier cricket stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are set to play in the upcoming three-match ODI series against England, despite earlier reports suggesting they might be rested due to workload management. This development comes ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, with the series being a critical opportunity for both players to regain form following a challenging Test series in Australia. Key Details of the ODI Series Schedule: 1st ODI: February 6 in Nagpur 2nd ODI: February 9 in Cuttack 3rd ODI: February 12 in Ahmedabad Significance: The…

Virat Kohli Shuts Down Retirement Rumors, Eyes 2027 ODI World Cup Amid Form Slump

Manish Kumar

Amid questions about his future in international cricket following a disappointing Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25 series, Virat Kohli has made his intentions clear: he plans to continue representing India until the 2027 ODI World Cup. Struggles in the BGT Series Kohli, widely regarded as one of the greatest modern cricketers, had a series to forget in the recently concluded BGT against Australia. The Indian batter struggled against deliveries outside off-stump, with eight dismissals caught behind, including five by Australian pacer Scott Boland. His lone highlights in the series were a…

Yashasvi Jaiswal Dominates Mitchell Starc in Fiery First Over of India’s Second Innings

Manish Kumar

Sydney: Young Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal delivered a scintillating performance in the second innings of the fifth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, smashing four consecutive boundaries off Australian pacer Mitchell Starc in the opening over. This remarkable display of aggression at the Sydney Cricket Ground left Starc reeling and etched Jaiswal’s name in the record books. Jaiswal’s Explosive Start In a jaw-dropping start, Jaiswal dismantled Starc’s rhythm, scoring 16 runs off the first over—setting a record for the most runs by an Indian batter in the opening over of…

Jasprit Bumrah Ruled Out of SCG Test Due to Injury

Manish Kumar

The India National Cricket Team has suffered a significant setback in the ongoing fifth Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). Reports from RevSportz confirm that team skipper and premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the remainder of the match due to an injury. Bumrah’s troubles began on Day 2 of the Test when he walked off the field after lunch and failed to return. Earlier in the first session, the fast bowler briefly left the field for about 30 minutes but returned to bowl…

Rohit Sharma Omitted from India’s 15-Member Squad for Sydney Test: Speculation Mounts

Manish Kumar

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma was not only benched but omitted entirely from the 15-man team sheet for the series-deciding fifth Test against Australia in Sydney, raising eyebrows and fueling speculation about his future in international cricket. Rohit’s exclusion follows a string of underwhelming performances in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, where he managed just 31 runs in five innings. For the first time in his career, the 37-year-old captain found himself sidelined mid-series across any format. Adding to the drama, Rohit’s absence from the official team sheet has left fans and cricketing…