In a spectacular display of cricketing excellence, India Masters claimed the inaugural International Masters League (IML) 2025 title by defeating West Indies Masters by six wickets in the grand finale held at the SVNS International Stadium. The thrilling match, played before a roaring crowd of nearly 50,000 fans, saw Sachin Tendulkar lead his side to a memorable victory. The IML final was a nostalgic treat for cricket lovers as it revived the magic of cricket's golden era. India Masters d

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly suffered an estimated Rs 869 crore (USD 85 million) loss after hosting the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, resulting in severe budget cuts across various sectors of Pakistani cricket. This substantial financial setback has prompted drastic cost-cutting measures, including reductions in match fees and player accommodations. The financial blow stems from heavy investments in stadium upgrades and event preparations. According to a report by The Telegrap

Rohit Sharma, India's celebrated cricket captain, has cleared the air regarding his future in international cricket. Following the Champions Trophy 2025, where speculation about his retirement intensified, Rohit firmly addressed the rumors by confirming that he is not retiring from ODI cricket. His statement, delivered in his signature calm and composed manner, reassured fans and silenced gossip surrounding his career. Speaking after the Champions Trophy 2025 final, Rohit stated, "I

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have long been one of the most popular teams in the Indian Premier League (IPL), yet the coveted trophy has continued to elude them. Despite fielding cricket superstars like Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers, and Chris Gayle in previous seasons, RCB have faced heartbreak multiple times, including painful losses in the 2009, 2011, and 2016 IPL finals. However, IPL 2025 has brought renewed optimism for RCB fans. With this being Season 18, supporters are drawing symbo

Following India's Champions Trophy 2025 victory, Indian cricket head coach Gautam Gambhir is preparing for a fresh assignment as he gears up to join the India 'A' team ahead of the senior side's tour of England in June. According to reports, Gambhir will become the first-ever Team India head coach to accompany the India 'A' side for an overseas tour, breaking away from the conventional coaching trend. In recent years, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) ha

The excitement surrounding India's 2025 Champions Trophy victory continues to resonate with fans and players alike. Indian middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer shared his overwhelming emotions after helping India secure its third ICC 50-over trophy in history. India triumphed over New Zealand by four wickets in the final on Sunday, becoming the most successful team in the Champions Trophy's history. Reflecting on the victory, Iyer expressed his joy in a video shared by the Indian cricket

Virat Kohli stands as one of the most accomplished and celebrated cricketers of modern times. Renowned for his fierce determination, exceptional batting prowess, and remarkable leadership, Kohli has carved his name into cricket’s hall of fame. With a career spanning over a decade, he has not only dominated international cricket but has also set numerous records across all formats. From leading India to major tournament victories t

Former England cricketer and renowned commentator David Lloyd has strongly criticized the International Cricket Council (ICC) over the scheduling of the Champions Trophy 2025, calling the arrangements "embarrassing" and "laughable." His comments come after India played all their matches in Dubai, refusing to travel to Pakistan, the official host nation of the tournament.Lloyd’s frustration mirrors the growing criticism from cricket analysts and fans who believe that

Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami has found himself at the center of controversy after a Muslim cleric criticized him for not observing a fast during India’s semi-final match against Australia in the Champions Trophy. The match, held during the holy month of Ramzan, saw Shami performing exceptionally well, yet his choice to not fast drew sharp reactions from religious figures.The remarks came from Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Bareilvi, President of the All India Muslim Jamaat, who strongly c

India defeated Australia by 4 wickets in the Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final in Dubai. Australia batted first and scored 264 runs, with Steve Smith (73) and Alex Carey (61) playing well. India's bowlers, especially Mohammed Shami (3/48) and Varun Chakravarthy, kept Australia in check. While chasing, Virat Kohli (84) and KL Rahul (42) played important knocks*, with Hardik Pandya’s quick 28 runs helping India cross the target. India has now qualified

As India and Australia arrived at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium for the much-anticipated semi-final match in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, excitement among fans was at an all-time high. Cricket enthusiasts turned out in large numbers to support Team India, expressing confidence in their chances against the defending champions.One enthusiastic fan shared their optimism, saying, "We are very excited... I feel this is India's payback time to Australia. We want to support

India continued its unbeaten run in the Champions Trophy 2025, securing a 44-run victory over New Zealand in a low-scoring thriller. With Varun Chakravarthy’s five-wicket haul leading the charge, India’s spinners showcased their strength, defending a total of 249/9. Despite a resilient innings by Kane Williamson, New Zealand struggled against India’s well-coordinated spin attack, failing to chase the target.The win marked India’s third consecutive victory in the league

The Pakistan cricket team is set for a major restructuring following its disastrous performance in the ICC Champions Trophy, where they were eliminated without securing a single win. The team, led by Mohammad Rizwan, managed just one point in the tournament, suffering defeats against New Zealand and India, while their match against Bangladesh was washed out. The disappointing campaign has led to speculation of sweeping changes within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), selection committee, coac

Lahore: Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi has set his sights on another massive victory in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, as his team prepares to take on world champions Australia in their final group-stage match on Friday at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium.Coming off a thrilling eight-run victory over England, Afghanistan eliminated the defending champions from the tournament and strengthened their semi-final hopes. A win against Australia would guarantee Afghanistan a historic place i

India’s six-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Champions Trophy 2025 has sparked widespread discussions, but a bizarre claim by Pakistani media has caught global attention. A segment aired on 'Discover Pakistan' suggested that India’s success in the match was not due to cricketing skill but rather rituals, prayers, and black magic (jaadu-tona). The claim has since gone viral on social medi

For over twenty years, Virat Kohli has been synonymous with performing under pressure, and his latest outing in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 reaffirmed that legacy. In a highly anticipated Group A clash at the Dubai International Stadium, Kohli once again delivered a match-winning performance, scoring his 51st ODI century to help India secure a six-wicket victory over arch-rivals Pakistan. The win not only boosted India’s confidence but also booked their place in the semi-finals of the

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is in full swing, bringing together eight of the world’s top cricketing nations for an intense battle. The tournament began with host nation Pakistan facing New Zealand at Karachi’s National Stadium, marking the start of a high-stakes competition. India launched its campaign against Bangladesh in Dubai as part of the hybrid model, where India plays all its matches in the UAE due to security concerns.  

Babar Azam, the Pakistan cricket team captain, has achieved a significant milestone during the final of the ODI tri-series against New Zealand at the National Stadium on Friday. He became the joint-fastest batter to reach 6,000 runs in One Day Internationals (ODIs), matching the record set by South African legend Hashim Amla, who also reached the mark in 123 innings.Babar’s achievement not only made him the joint-fastest to this landmark, but he also became the fastest Asian batter to s

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri believes that Pakistan, led by Mohammad Rizwan, will have enough depth to be a strong contender in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy, especially in home conditions. Co-hosting the event for the first time since 1996, Pakistan will have the pressure of meeting high expectations, but Shastri is confident in their ability to qualify for the semifinals. Despite missing young opener Saim Ayub due to an injury, Shastri emphasized that Pakistan’s team depth

Harshit Rana made an impressive debut in India's opening ODI against England in Nagpur, taking 3 wickets for 53 runs as India bowled out England for a modest 248. Despite strong contributions from Jos Buttler (52), Jacob Bethell (51), and Phil Salt (43), India’s disciplined bowling attack led by Rana and Ravindra Jadeja (3/26) controlled the innings.   Rana's debut, however, wasn’t without challenges. His first over saw Phil Salt attack him relentless