Michael Bracewell (Agency Photo) Michael Bracewell is set to make his home debut as New Zealand’s captain in the forthcoming five-match T20I series against Pakistan following his impressive performance in the recently-concluded ICC Champions Trophy where New Zealand finished as runners-up, losing to India in the final.“It’s a great honour and a real privilege to…

Mahendra Singh Dhoni (Image credit: IPL) NEW DELHI: Legendary Indian cricketer and former World Cup-winning captain MS Dhoni arrived at Chennai Airport before departing for Delhi as the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season draws closer. Dhoni will once again feature in the IPL 2025 season for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), aiming for his sixth…

From left, Ben Duckett, Tom Latham and Matt Henry (Agency Photos) As the curtains came down on the ICC Champions Trophy, a stage that witnessed several breathtaking performances over the last three weeks, some players ensured the spotlight shines a little brighter on them. From blistering centuries to match-winning spells, the tournament was a showcase…

NEW DELHI: The Union health ministry, through its director general of health services (DGHS), has asked the Indian Premier League (IPL) to ban all tobacco and alcohol advertising, including surrogate promotions, within stadium premises during matches as well as telecast sessions on national television. The government’s request comes ahead of the IPL season starting March…

Gautam Gambhir, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: India’s advantage of playing all their matches in Dubai became a hot topic of debate the moment they kicked off their Champions Trophy campaign. Many questioned whether Team India had an unfair edge, as they played all their games — including the group stage,…

Image credit: Mumbai Indians NEW DELHI: Head coach Gautam Gambhir arrived in Delhi, while skipper Rohit Sharma landed in Mumbai as members of the Champions Trophy-winning Indian team returned home via different routes from Dubai on Monday.Rohit reached Mumbai around 8 PM, accompanied by his wife, who had been in Dubai supporting him during the…

NEW DELHI: Emotions ran high for Indian skipper Rohit Sharma as he led India to a historic ICC Champions Trophy 2025 triumph in front of a packed, electrifying crowd at the Dubai International Stadium. India secured the title with a four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the final, marking their second ICC trophy in just…

Indian players celebrate with the winners trophy after defeating New Zealand in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. (AP) India clinched another global cricket title with a four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the Champions Trophy final on Sunday.This marked India’s 23rd win in 24 matches across the last…

NEW DELHI: Why did the Indian think tank opt for five spinners? Would the Dubai conditions favour Team India? Did India’s pace attack look vulnerable, especially with Mohammed Shami just returning from injury and Jasprit Bumrah being unavailable? Could India replicate their 2013 Champions Trophy glory?All questions were put to rest as India defeated New…

NEW DELHI: Indian all-rounder Axar Patel had high praise for Rohit Sharma following India’s thrilling four-wicket win over New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy final on Sunday. Hailing Rohit’s leadership, Axar said, “Speaking of captaincy, obviously he knows exactly where to use which player. And that’s the quality of a good captain. Haath mein…