Indian sports wrap, March 3: Iniyan wins Cannes Open; Khelo India Winter Games to be held from March 9 to 12

CHESS India’s Iniyan wins Cannes Open chess Indian Grandmaster Pa Iniyan won the Cannes International Open, defeating compatriot V Pranesh in the ninth and final round in Cannes, France. Iniyan ended the tournament on 7.5 points, a half point more than Delhi-based International Master Aradhya Garg, who finished second. Matching Garg on seven points was…

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India Vs Australia: ‘Back and forth in between cities’: Adam Zampa unfazed by hectic Champions Trophy schedule | Cricket News

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has entered its decisive phase, with the semi-finals set to begin on Tuesday. India, who topped Group A, will take on Australia in the first semi-final in Dubai, while New Zealand face Group B toppers South Africa in Lahore on Wednesday.Australia’s journey to the semi-finals has been marked by extensive…

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‘Medal hi gayab ho gaya’: Virat Kohli wins Fielder of the Match after some chaos in Indian dressing room

Virat Kohli took the Fielder of the Match medal after the India vs New Zealand match in the Champions Trophy. Virat Kohli received the ‘Fielder of the Match’ medal for his outstanding fielding performance in India’s Champions Trophy group stage victory against New Zealand on Sunday in Dubai.India secured a 44-run win over New Zealand,…

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Champions Trophy: ‘Varun Chakravarthy could be India’s trump card in semi-final against Australia’ | Cricket News

Varun Chakravarthy (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has highlighted Varun Chakravarthy as a potential match-winner in India’s ICC Champions Trophy semi-final against Australia, acknowledging that many, including himself, had questioned his inclusion in the squad.“Bumrah got injured and you said you had to include someone in the team. Four spinners were…

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‘People have run on the pitch …’: Ravi Shastri reveals his preferred India XI for semi-final against Australia | Cricket News

Team India cricketers and Ravi Shastri NEW DELHI: India secured their place at the top of Group A with a commanding 44-run victory over New Zealand in their final group-stage fixture of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. With the tournament now heading into the semi-finals, India are set…

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Virat Kohli fans target electronics giant Philips after Glenn Phillips spoils 300th ODI party | Cricket News

Fans targeted the electronics giant Philips, seemingly mistaking it for New Zealand cricketer Glenn Phillips, who took the catch of Virat Kohli in their Champions Trophy match. Electronics company Phillips faced social media backlash following Glenn Phillips’ spectacular catch that dismissed Virat Kohli during the India vs New Zealand ICC Champions Trophy 2025 group B…

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Once written off, now India’s X-Factor: Varun Chakaravarthy’s redemption arc in Dubai | Cricket News

Varun Chakravarthy celebrates the wicket of Glenn Phillips during the Champions Trophy match between India and New Zealand in Dubai. (AP) TimesofIndia.com in Dubai: Just a few weeks back, Varun Chakaravarthy was busy tormenting the England batters in the T20I series at home. One variation at a time, the mystery spinner made short work of…

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India Vs Australia: Champions Trophy: Australia add young all-rounder to squad ahead of semi-final clash against India | Cricket News

Cooper Connolly, right, of Australia. (Getty Images) Australia have drafted young all-rounder Cooper Connolly into their ICC Champions Trophy squad as a replacement for the injured Matthew Short, just ahead of their semi-final clash against India in Dubai on Tuesday. Short sustained a calf injury while fielding during Australia’s rain-affected match against Afghanistan in Lahore….

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Record-breaking spell! Varun Chakravarthy registers best-ever bowling figures for India on Champions Trophy debut

India’s Varun Chakravarthy and Rohit Sharma celebrate the wicket of New Zealand’s Glenn Phillips. (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: Spinner Varun Chakravarthy made a memorable ICC Champions Trophy debut on Sunday, producing a sensational five-wicket haul as India defeated New Zealand by 44 runs in their final group-stage match at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. His performance…

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India Vs New Zealand: Viral Moment! Virat Kohli playfully ‘touches’ Axar Patel’s feet after Kane Williamson’s dismissal – Watch

Virat Kohli having a fun banter with Axar Patel. (Pic credits: X) NEW DELHI: Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli is well known for his on-field antics, which often entertain fans just as much as his batting heroics. From urging the crowd to cheer louder to mimicking his teammates, Kohli’s exuberance is always on display. During…

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