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Shreyas Iyer among ICC Men's Player of the Month nominees for March 2025
Dubai, April 8: Indian middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer is among the players named as contenders for the ICC Men's Player of the Month award for the month of March 2025.
Shreyas Iyer nominated for ICC Men's Player of the Month for March
Dubai, April 8: India star batter Shreyas Iyer along with New Zealand duo Rachin Ravindra and Jacob Duffy have been shortlisted for the ICC Men's Player of the Month for March.
Michael Clarke backs Rohit Sharma, says should continue to lead India in England series
New Delhi, April 2: Former Australia captain Michael Clarke has thrown his weight behind Rohit Sharma, stating that the Indian captain should not only be part of the Test squad for the series in England later this year but also continue to lead the side. Speaking on Backstage with Boria Season 6, Clarke emphasized Rohit's importance across formats and dismissed any doubts about his future in red-ball cricket.
India to tour Australia for ODI and T20I series in October, ahead of 2026 T20 World Cup
New Delhi, March 31: India is set to embark on a crucial white-ball tour of Australia later this year, featuring three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and five T20 Internationals (T20Is). The highly anticipated series will serve as a key test for both teams ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup in 2026, which will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.
India's evolution in white-ball cricket: Rohit Sharma reflects on journey
Ahmedabad, March 29: In the past few years, India's approach to white-ball cricket seems to have undergone a major transformation. Captain Rohit Sharma, in a candid conversation posted by Mumbai Indians' official X handle, reflected on the journey that began after India's heartbreaking exit from the 2022 T20 World Cup.
Meeting in Guwahati between chief selector Agarkar and BCCI Secretary Saikia postponed
New Delhi, March 29: A meeting in Guwahati featuring Ajit Agarkar, the chairman of the senior men’s selection committee, and Devajit Saikia, the Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), has been postponed. The meeting had originally been scheduled for Saturday.’
BCCI invites applications for spin bowling coach at Centre of Excellence
Mumbai, March 28: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has invited applications for the position of spin bowling coach at its state-of-the-art BCCI Centre of Excellence (COE) in Bengaluru on Friday, as per the BCCI Media Advisory.
India to host 2025 Women's ODI World Cup; Final set for Mullanpur
Dubai, March 25: The 2025 ICC Women's Cricket World Cup will take place in India from September 29 to October 26, with the final scheduled at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium in Mullanpur. Other host cities include Visakhapatnam, Thiruvananthapuram, Raipur, and Indore, as per ESPNcricinfo.
Guwahati to host its first Test match against South Africa this November
Guwahati, March 24: Guwahati will host the home Test match against South Africa in November this year, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed on Monday.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 becomes highest rated multi-nation cricket tournament ever in India after blockbuster final
Dubai, March 22: The ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 has broken major viewership records in India as its TV ratings surged to the highest ever for a multi-nation cricket tournament, eclipsing the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 by a whopping 23 per cent, according to a media release from ICC.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 breaks viewership records in India with blockbuster final
Dubai, March 21: The ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 has broken major viewership records in India as its TV ratings surged to the highest ever for a multi-nation cricket tournament, eclipsing the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 by a whopping 23 per cent.
CT 2025 breaks viewership records; Ind-Pak match most-watched ODI ever in India
Dubai, March 21: The ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 has broken major viewership records in India as its TV ratings surged to the highest ever for a multi-nation cricket tournament. The eight-team tournament secures 23 per cent higher rating than ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 on television.
'Rs 3 cr each for 15 players, head coach': BCCI secy outlines distribution of Rs 58 crore reward for CT win
New Delhi, March 20: From the Rs 58 crore cash reward announced by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for the 2025 Champions Trophy winning team, Rs 3 crore each will go to the 15 players and head coach Gautam Gambhir, said BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia to IANS.
'They can decide when to stop playing': Ajaz Patel on 'greats' Rohit, Virat's ODI future
New Delhi, March 16: New Zealand spinner Ajaz Patel feels that India batting icons Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have the right to take a call on their ODI future amid speculations around their retirements from the format following Champions Trophy win.
Most intense disappointment of my career: Kohli reflects on Australia tour struggles
Bengaluru, March 15: Virat Kohli described his recent tour of Australia as one of the most intense disappointments he has ever faced--comparable only to the frustration he experienced during the summer of 2014 when he endured a disastrous tour of England, failing to score a single half-century in 10 innings, according to ESPNcricinfo.
India were well-balanced team in Champions Trophy due to all-rounders: Ponting
New Delhi, March 14: Former Australia cricketer Ricky Ponting reveals India were a very well-balanced team in their journey to winning the 2025 Champions Trophy due to having an outstanding set of all-rounders Ravindra Jadeja, Hardik Pandya and Axar Patel.
Shami is a world-class player for a reason: Connolly on semi-final challenge
Melbourne March 14,: With Matthew Short sidelined due to injury ahead of Australia's Champions Trophy semi-final clash, the team management made a bold decision to bring in Cooper Connolly as the opener alongside Travis Head, as per the official website of ICC.
India clinches triumphant victory in IDCA hosted ODI Deaf Series against Australia
New Delhi, March 14: The three-day ODI Deaf Series played between India and Australia concluded on March 12 after intense actions and stellar performances by the deaf cricket squads of both the teams at Karnail Singh Stadium in New Delhi. The ODI Deaf Series hosted by the Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA) witnessed three high-octane matches played during 10-12 March 2025. After their successful triumph in the recently concluded T20 Tri-Series between India, South Africa and Australia, the Indian squad clinched another glorious victory in the ODI Deaf Series against Australia, according to a release from IDCA.
India clinch triumphant victory in ODI deaf series against Australia
New Delhi, March 13: The three-day ODI deaf series played between India and Australia concluded on Wednesday, after intense actions and stellar performances by the deaf cricket squads of both teams at Karnail Singh Stadium in New Delhi.
ICC thanks PCB for successful hosting of ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025
Dubai, March 12: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has thanked the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for successfully hosting the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 and to the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) for the staging of five matches, according to a release from ICC.
ICC ODI Rankings: Gill retains top spot while Rohit moves to third, Jadeja in top 10 among bowlers
Dubai, March 12: The newly crowned ICC Champions Trophy 2025 winners India had plenty of beneficiaries in the latest ODI Rankings, with young opener Shubman Gill retained his top spot, skipper Rohit Sharma moving to third following a title-winning half-century and Ravindra Jadeja moving into top 10 among bowlers.
Whole nation is happy: Gautam Gambhir shares his feelings after India win Champions Trophy 2025
By Vipul Kashyap, New Delhi, March 12: Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir expressed his delight after the Men in Blue went on to lift the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, which took place in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates from February 19 to March 9.
Ponting feels 2023 WC final loss still playing on Rohit's mind following CT 2025 win
Mumbai, March 12: Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting said that a sense of unfinished business after losing the 50-over World Cup final to Australia in 2023 is playing on Indian skipper Rohit Sharma's mind after the Champions Trophy win, due to which he has not retired from the format on a high.
India Post's special cancellation postal marking celebrating India's Champions Trophy win unveiled in Mumbai
Mumbai, March 11: Amitabh Singh, Chief Postmaster General, Maharashtra Circle has unveiled a special cancellation postal marking (which is used to prevent reuse of postal stamps and stationary) to mark India's victory in the ICC Cricket Champions Trophy 2025 after the thrilling final match against New Zealand in Dubai on March 9, 2025.
Yograj Singh hits back at former spinner Saqlain Mushtaq, says Pakistan should try to play against India B team
New Delhi, March 10: Former cricketer Yograj Singh launched a scathing tirade at ex-spinner Saqlain Mushtaq for his remark about testing the Indian side against Pakistan in 10 Tests, 10 ODIs and 10 T20Is.
Ravindra Jadeja puts retirement rumours to rest with four-word message
New Delhi, March 10: Seasoned all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja shut down the rumours over his potential retirement after India scripted a famous Champions Trophy victory by outwitting New Zealand with a four-wicket win in the final in Dubai.
Celebrations consume IIFA Green Carpet after team India's win, Kartik Aaryan's prophecy comes true
Mumbai, March 10: The day had the whole nation’s attention constantly swinging between two of the biggest events of entertainment and sports. While the Champions Trophy Final saw India muscling it out on the field against New Zealand in Dubai, Jaipur saw the biggest celebration of Hindi cinema, IIFA 2025.
Anil Kapoor to Chiranjeevi: Film fraternity cannot keep calm as India wins Champions Trophy!
Mumbai, March 9: India bagged the Champions Trophy after a historical win against New Zealand in the finals. This win marked India's third Champions Trophy title.
Captain Rohit Sharma gives special shout-out to India's silent hero after Champions Trophy success
Dubai, March 10: After adding another chapter of success to its rich cricketing history, India captain Rohit Sharma gave a special mention to "silent hero" Shreyas Iyer, who has been a source of stability in the star-studded middle order.
With heroics in Champions Trophy final, Rohit Sharma joins MS Dhoni in exclusive captain's club
Dubai, March 10: India skipper Rohit Sharma entered an exclusive captains club after powering the team with a Player of the Match performance in the high-stakes Champions Trophy final against New Zealand in Dubai on Sunday.
Strange thing...: Shoaib Akhtar questions PCB's absence from award ceremony following India's win
Islamabad, March 10: Former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar raised concerns over the absence of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) representatives during the trophy presentation of the Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai.
CT 2025: In adorable 'Virushka' moment, Virat hugs Anushka following India's emphatic win against New Zealand
Dubai, March 10: India star batter Virat Kohli and his wife, actress Anushka Sharma, who never miss a chance to make their fans go "awe" with their cute gestures, were once again spotted sharing an adorable moment, soon after India clinched its third ICC Champions Trophy title against New Zealand on Sunday.
We've got a squad that is ready to take on the world...: Virat following India's CT 2025 win
Dubai, March 9: Following India's ICC Champions Trophy win, star India batter Virat Kohli expressed happiness at Men in Blue's win and performances by several team members, particularly Shubman Gill, Hardik Pandya and Shreyas Iyer, saying that the squad is "ready to take on the world for next eight overs".
Champions Trophy: Spinners, Rohit and Rahul carry unbeaten India to third title win
Dubai, March 9: India's spinners called the shots majorly to pick five wickets collectively on a sluggish pitch, while captain Rohit Sharma top-scored with 76 and KL Rahul stayed calm to hit an unbeaten 34 to give the Men in Blue their third Champions Trophy triumph with a four-wicket win over New Zealand here on Sunday.
CT 2025: Rohit, Iyer, Varun shine as India secure third title, beat New Zealand by 4 wickets in final
Dubai, March 9: A swift half-century from skipper Rohit Sharma, fine knocks by Shreyas Iyer and fine spells from spinners, in particular Varun Chakravarthy and Kuldeep Yadav, helped an all-round India seal their third ICC Champions Trophy title, beating New Zealand by four wickets in Dubai on Sunday.
Rohit, Gill recreate Ganguly, Tendulkar's 2000 heroics; become third pair to script elusive feat in Champions Trophy final
Dubai, March 9: India skipper Rohit Sharma and his deputy Shubman Gill evoked a feeling of nostalgia by recreating the heroics of former batting maestros Sourav Ganguly and Sachin Tendulkar, becoming just the third pair to score a 100-plus opening stand in the final of the Champions Trophy.
Champions Trophy: Couldn't finish in 2017, very pleased to have done it here, says Pandya
Dubai, March 9: After finishing as runners-up in the last edition in 2017, all-rounder Hardik Pandya said he is happy the Indian team emerged as the winner this time to lift their third Champions Trophy title after a four-wicket win over New Zealand in the final at Dubai International Stadium here on Sunday.
CT 2025: Ashwin clarifies Varun coming in early not ideal remark, puts trolls to bed with witty comment
New Delhi, March 9: Former spinner Ravichandran Ashwin clarified his statement about bringing mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy early in the attack against New Zealand in the Champions Trophy final and slammed the trolls for misinterpreting his remark.
Champions Trophy: Rohit, Iyer and Rahul carry unbeaten India to third title victory
Dubai, March 9: Captain Rohit Sharma top-scored with 76 while Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya chipped in with important contributions to give India their third Champions Trophy triumph with a four-wicket win over New Zealand in the final at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.
Champions Trophy: Stars turn up in Dubai to enjoy Ind-NZ final
Dubai, March 9: Spinner Yuzvendra Chahal and Bollywood actor Vivek Oberoi were seen enjoying the ICC Champions Trophy final between India and New Zealand at Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.