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Dhoni is cricket's Federer, Virat Kohli comparable to Alcaraz: Sanju Samson

Indian cricketer Sanju Samson drew fascinating parallels between cricket and tennis, comparing MS Dhoni to Roger Federer for his calm demeanor and Virat Kohli to Carlos Alcaraz for his explosive style. He also highlighted how the women's team's ODI World Cup victory inspired the men's T20 World Cup win. Former…

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Rise of Gurnoor Brar, Prasidh Krishna gives India shot in the arm on road to 2027 ODI World Cup

India's fringe bowlers showcased promising talent in the ODI series against Afghanistan, offering optimism for the team's support bowling options. Debutants Gurnoor Brar, Prince Yadav, and Harsh Dubey displayed moments of brilliance, with Brar particularly impressing with his pace and bounce. Captain Shubman Gill lauded the bowlers' ability to consistently…

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Sachin Tendulkar urged me to start from zero after ODI WC semifinal knock against Australia: Jemimah Rodrigues

Jemimah Rodrigues revealed Sachin Tendulkar's call helped her refocus for the Women's ODI World Cup final after a career-best knock. Tendulkar reminded her the job wasn't done, urging her to start fresh. Shafali Verma also drew motivation from her father's voice note, which fueled her match-winning performance in the final.

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We've crossed the line once and can do it again: Jemimah Rodrigues on upcoming T20 World Cup

India's women's cricket team is confident ahead of the T20 World Cup. Following their ODI World Cup victory, players believe they can win again. The team is in England for the tournament. They aim to make winning a habit. The squad combines experienced players with new talent. Their preparation has…

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Virat Kohli safe, but Rohit Sharma faces 2027 ODI World Cup challenge, says Saba Karim

Virat Kohli's place in the 2027 ODI World Cup squad is assured. His fitness and consistent scoring have convinced selectors. Rohit Sharma faces a challenge, though. He must demonstrate improved fitness and batting form to be considered for the future. Rishabh Pant has had opportunities but needs to perform better…

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Either tell me on day one I'm not good enough or...: Virat Kohli drops big hint on playing 2027 ODI World Cup

Virat Kohli stated he has nothing left to prove and will only play the 2027 ODI World Cup if he can contribute meaningfully to the Indian team. The 37-year-old, who retired from T20Is after the 2024 World Cup, emphasized his commitment to hard work and playing for the team.

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'Introspection': Perry's key to winning T20 World Cup

Ellyse Perry says the review from Australia's ODI World Cup exit has allowed the national women's cricket team to know what must be fixed for the T20 showpiece.

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Rohit, Virat and Team India Deserve Straight Talk, Not Speculation

As India gears up for the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa, the roadmap for the team seems clear for most key figures—but two of its biggest stars remain in a cloud of uncertainty.

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Did Sanju Samson Just Surpass MS Dhoni’s Legacy?

Cricket fans love a bold debate. But after India’s recent T20 World Cup triumph, one question exploded across social media and divided the cricket world. Did Sanju Samson just surpass MS Dhoni’s legacy? It sounds shocking. Dhoni is one of the most iconic captains in cricket history. Yet Samson’s explosive…

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King's spin makes Australia queens of the middle overs

One key factor in Australia's game is helping their push to claim a second straight ODI World Cup, and Alana King's 3-38 from her past 20 overs highlights it.

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Full trophy cabinet part of Schutt's retirement dream

Megan Schutt once planned to walk away after the current ODI World Cup, but the veteran seamer is now eying off playing into 2026 for Australia.

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Australia back Molineux as key return for ODI World Cup

Injury-hit Sophie Molineux has been named in Australia's ODI World Cup squad, and will be given every chance to play her first match in nine months.

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Healy's path to World Cup set, will play into summer

Australia captain Alyssa Healy says recent injury woes have made her realise her hunger for cricket remains, confirming she will play beyond the ODI World Cup.

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Rohit not retiring because he wants 'one more crack' at ODI World Cup: Ricky Ponting

India suffered a heartbreak at the last ODI World Cup in 2023, which slipped out of the hands of Rohit Sharma's team at the last hurdle, as they lost the final to Australia after an unbeaten run to that point. And former Australia captain Ricky Ponting believes that's the reason…

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Champions Trophy outcome may determine Rohit Sharma's captaincy, BCCI contracts

NEW DELHI: The outcome of Sunday’s ICC Champions Trophy final is likely to form the base for Indian cricket’s preparation for the ODI World Cup in 2027 and the next World Test Championship (WTC) cycle.

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South Africa coach says another knockout-stage defeat in an ICC event stings 'a little bit more'

South Africa faced another disappointment in the knockout stage of an International Cricket Council tournament, losing to New Zealand in the semifinal of the Champions Trophy in Lahore on Wednesday. But team's head coach, Rob Walter, believes they are progressing well ahead of hosting the ODI World Cup in two…

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'Shami saab, bahut ho gaya Travis Head ka kaam': Harbhajan Singh's message to Mohammed Shami ahead of India vs Australia semifinal

NEW DELHI: India and Australia are set for another high-stakes ICC showdown, this time in the semi-finals of the 2025 Champions Trophy on Tuesday. In a rematch of the 2023 ODI World Cup final, where Australia triumphed, India will look to turn the tables.

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'Steve Smith cannot win a major tournament; India will crush Australia': Astrologer Lobo's huge prediction

NEW DELHI: The pain of losing the 2023 ODI World Cup final to Australia on home soil still lingers for Team India. However, Rohit Sharma and his men will have a golden opportunity to settle the score when they face Australia in the semifinals of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025…

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Champions Trophy: 'You think we came here to play only Maxwell!' - says irked Afghanistan captain ahead of Australia clash

Glenn Maxwell's epic double century in the 2023 ODI World Cup is history -- an irked Afghanistan captain, Hashmatullah Shahidi, replied when asked if they have made some plans to tackle the hard-hiting Australian allrounder ahead of their virtual knockout fixture in Group B of the Champions Trophy on Friday.

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Healy out of NZ tour, but backed to play in World Cup

Alyssa Healy has been told to rest her injured foot for the ODI World Cup later this year, with the captain left out of Australia's T20 squad for New Zealand.

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Exclusive: 'Nothing to worry about ...', says Ibrahim Zadran ahead of Afghanistan vs South Africa Champions Trophy clash

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan enter the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy aiming to continue their trend of upsetting top-tier teams - a skill they've honed in recent years. In the 2023 ODI World Cup, they stunned England, Pakistan and Sri Lanka, while in the 2024 T20 World Cup, they made history by…

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'It's a perennial weakness': Ex-India cricketer highlights Pakistan's weaknesses ahead of Champions Trophy

NEW DELHI: With just a few days to go for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has pointed out Pakistan's tendency to crumble under pressure as a key weakness ahead of the tournament. Despite being the defending champions from the last edition in 2017, Pakistan have…

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ICC Champions Trophy 2025: India vs Pakistan showdown headlines high-stakes Group A contests

After the thrilling T20 World Cup and the intense race to the World Test Championship final, the cricketing world now shifts its focus to ODI cricket with the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The tournament, set to begin on February 19 in Pakistan, marks the first major ICC event in the…

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'If Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli play well, only then you can win matches in Dubai': Mohammad Kaif on India's Champions Trophy chances

NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif has emphasised the significance of veteran batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for India’s campaign in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. The duo, who excelled as India’s top run-getters in the 2023 ODI World Cup, remain pivotal to the team’s success despite nearing…

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Why Mohammed Shami's comeback matters for India's T20I future and Champions Trophy

NEW DELHI: Veteran pacer Mohammed Shami is finally back for India, over 14 months after he last played for the country in the 2023 ODI World Cup final against Australia in Ahmedabad on November 19.

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