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India men to tour Australia for white-ball games in 2025/26 season, women to play all-format series
New Delhi, March 30: The India men’s cricket team is all set to tour Australia for a white-ball series in the 2025/26 international cricket season in the country, while the women’s side will play an all-format series later.
IML 2025: Yuvraj smashes 7 sixes as India Masters thrash Australia Masters in semis
Raipur, March 13: Cricketing nostalgia was at its peak as the India Masters rode a power-packed half-century from Yuvraj Singh and a four-wicket burst from left-arm spinner Shahbaz Nadeem to storm into the final of the International Masters League (IML) 2025, hammering the Australia Masters by 94 runs in the first semifinal.
IML 2025: Vintage Yuvraj hits blazing fifty, propels India Masters to 220/7 in semis
Raipur, March 13: Yuvraj Singh struck a blazing half-century to bring back cricketing nostalgia to its peak as India Masters locked horns with the Australia Masters in the first semifinal of the International Masters League (IML) 2025, adding another chapter to the storied rivalry between the two sides.
IML 2025: Sachin Tendulkar's blistering fifty in vain as Australia Masters beat India Masters by 95 runs
Vadodara, March 6: It's a battle etched in cricketing folklore -- one that has thrilled generations of fans, and on Wednesday, it unfolded once again under the floodlights at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara, where a jam-packed crowd were treated to a vintage Sachin Tendulkar masterclass for the India Masters after Australia Masters duo of Shane Watson and Ben Dunk unleashed carnage to eventually help their side notch up their first win of the ongoing International Masters League season.
As long as love for game, batting is alive...: Virat opens on his approach following heroic knock in semis
Dubai, March 5: Following a match-winning knock against Australia in the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal, star India batter Virat Kohli expressed his love for the game of cricket and batting, and said that as long as that 'love' is alive, everything else can be taken care of.
Champions Trophy: You just can't build pressure on Kohli, says Agar
New Delhi, March 5: Bowlers often struggle to tie Virat Kohli down in ODI cricket, and according to Australian spinner Ashton Agar, one of the key reasons is his unmatched ability to rotate the strike.
Virat Kohli's childhood coach hails his big-match temperament after semi-final heroics
Dehradun, March 5: Virat Kohli once again proved why he thrives under pressure, delivering a match-winning knock of 84 off 98 balls against Australia in the semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai on Tuesday. His composed innings guided India to a crucial four-wicket victory, securing their place in the final.
Big B on India's win at Champions Trophy: The victory was made in great style
Mumbai, March 5: Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is also a sports fanatic, talked about Team India's win against Australia in ICC knockouts and said that the victory was made in great style.
Champions Trophy: Kohli is the greatest ODI cricketer of all time, says Michael Clarke
New Delhi, March 4: With 'chase master' Virat Kohli once again setting up a famous victory for India with a valiant 84, handing his team a comfortable four-wicket win in uncomfortable conditions in Dubai, Australia great Michael Clarke hailed the brilliance on display and labelled him as the greatest ODI cricketer of all-time.
Champions Trophy: If we got 280 plus, things would have been different, says Smith after losing semi-final
Dubai, March 4: After suffering a four-wicket loss against India in the Champions Trophy semi-final, Australia captain Steve Smith feels that if they had scored a target of more than 280 then the outcome would have been different.
Champions Trophy: Cricket fraternity celebrates India's 'VIRAT' win over Australia
New Delhi, March 4: India successfully completed the highest-ever run chase against Australia in ICC knockouts to storm into their fifth Champions Trophy final in Dubai on Tuesday.
Not buying into it: Australia captain Smith dismisses notion of India taking 'advantage' of playing at single venue
Dubai, March 5: Australia captain Steve Smith played down venue advantage to India after being comprehensively beaten by four wickets in the semi-final of the ongoing Champions Trophy in Dubai.
Exceptional teamwork: Rajnath Singh congratulates team India following win in CT semifinals
New Delhi, March 5: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated the Indian Cricket team on a "stupendous" victory in the Champions Trophy semi-final against Australia on Tuesday night.
The best chaser the game has ever seen: Smith hails Virat following loss to India in CT semis
Dubai, March 5: Following his team's loss in the semifinal of the ICC Champions Trophy, Australian skipper Steve Smith hailed Virat Kohli as the "best chaser the game has ever seen".
Unbelievable camaraderie: Suryakumar Yadav hails Team India following win in CT semifinals
Dubai, March 5: Following India's win over Australia in the semifinal of the ICC Champions Trophy, Men in Blue's T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav hailed the team for their "unbelievable camaraderie" and wished them luck for the title clash.
CT 2025: Gambhir hails phenomenal Virat's planning of runs in ODIs following win over Australia in semis
Dubai, March 5: Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir was all praise for star batter Virat Kohli following his match-winning chase masterclass against Australia in the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal, saying that he knows how to plan his runs and adapt to conditions really quickly.
That shot was unnecessary: Yograj criticises Virat's dismissal during CT semifinal, hails batter as match-winner
Chandigarh, March 4: Following India's emphatic win over Australia in the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal, former Indian cricketer Yograj Singh hailed star India batter Virat Kohli's match-winning knock, but said that the shot that led to his dismissal was an "unnecessary" one.
Champions Trophy: Reaching milestones doesn't matter, says Kohli on match-winning 84 vs Australia
Dubai, March 4: Like many times before, master blaster Virat Kohli anchored India's successful chase against Australia in the semifinal of the 2025 Champions Trophy. The 36-year-old fell 16 runs short of a 52nd ODI century but claimed that milestones 'don't matter anymore' in a larger context of the game.
Champions Trophy: Gambhir's animated celebration after Smith's dismissal goes viral
New Delhi, March 4: India head coach Gautam Gambhir was seen pumped up following Australia skipper Steve Smith's dismissal in the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal clash at Dubai International Stadium on Tuesday.
Champions Trophy: We need to start well and play sensibly in first 10 overs, says Jadeja
Dubai, March 4: After returning with the figures of 2-40 in his eight overs against Australia in the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal, all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja feels batting well in the first power-play will set the foundation for a 265-run chase at Dubai International Stadium.
Champions Trophy: Shami, Jadeja, Chakaravarthy bundle out Australia for 264 in semi-final
Dubai, March 4: Mohammed Shami clinched three dismissals while Ravindra Jadeja and Varun Chakaravarthy bagged two scalps each to bowl out Australia for 264 in 49.3 overs in the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final clash at Dubai International Stadium here on Tuesday.
CT 2025: Virat Kohli topples legendary Ricky Ponting's elusive record in ODIs
Dubai, March 4: India stalwart Virat Kohli continued to extend his sublime record in the field and toppled Australia legend Ricky Ponting's record for most catches taken by a fielder in the ODIs.
CT 2025: Smith, Carey fifties push Australia to 264 against India in semi-final
Dubai, March 4: Fine half-centuries from skipper Steve Smith and Alex Carey helped Australia post a competitive score of 264 against India in the semifinals of the ICC Champions Trophy at Dubai International Stadium on Tuesday.
CT 2025: From Zampa versus Virat to Travis against captain Rohit, mini-battles that will define IND-AUS semifinal
Dubai, March 4: The India-Australia semifinal clash in the ICC Champions Trophy promises to be a fiery one, given the amount of star power, high stakes and tricky Dubai International Stadium conditions that are a part of this game. While India will be aiming to hurt Aussies once again following a heart-wrenching loss at the 2023 50-over World Cup final at home, an inexperienced Australian lineup would be hoping to prove right an extremely cliched phrase associated with their game, that is to ever underestimate them, especially in knockouts.
In Dubai, India have the advantage: Laxmi Ratan Shukla ahead of IND vs AUS clash
New Delhi, March 4: Ahead of the first semi-between India and Australia in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at the Dubai International Stadium on Tuesday, former cricketer Laxmi Ratan Shukla asserted that when the both teams have faced each other in the sport, the cricket fans have witnessed a "fantastic match".
CT 2025: Support for Team India grows ahead of semi-final clash against Australia
Ayodhya, March 4: As India gears up for its Champions Trophy semi-final clash against Australia today, the enthusiasm among sports lovers in Uttar Pradesh is palpable.
Champions Trophy: Ashwin urges Rohit to open with Chakaravarthy against Head in semis vs Australia
New Delhi, March 4: Former India spin veteran Ravichandran Ashwin shared an antidote to tackle Travis Head in the Champions Trophy semifinal against Australia, suggesting captain Rohit Sharma give the new ball to mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy and ask him to bowl over the stumps to the left-hander Aussie.
Champions Trophy: DK labels India as tournament's best ahead of SF against Aus
New Delhi, March 4: As India and Australia prepare for yet another high-stakes ICC knockout clash, former Indian wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik believes Men in Blue have been the standout team of the Champions Trophy 2025 so far.
Champions Trophy: Ponting backs Fraser-McGurk as Australia's opener in SF against India
Dubai, March 4: Former skipper Ricky Ponting backed youngster Jake Fraser-McGurk to replace injured Matt Short at the top of Australia's batting order for their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final clash against India on Tuesday.
CT 2025: With tag of favourite, India take on Australia to avenge 2023 heartbreak
Dubai, March 4: The stage is set for two cricket behemoths, India and Australia, to battle it out in Dubai for the bragging rights of claiming their stake in the Champions Trophy final.
Champions Trophy: Dangerous Indian batters have the ability to shift gears: Steve Smith
Dubai, March 3: With the Indian top order of Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, and Shreyas Iyer firing on all cylinders heading into their semifinal clash against Australia on Tuesday, Aussie skipper Steve Smith hailed his opponent batters' ability to change gears.
CT 2025: Smith hopes to avoid bearing spin bowling responsibility; reveals Australia's mantra for success against India
Dubai, March 3: Australia captain Steve Smith hopes to avoid bearing the responsibility of rolling his arm as a spinner, considering the turning nature of Dubai's strip ahead of their semi-final clash against India in the ongoing Champions Trophy on Tuesday.
Champions Trophy: Spin-heavy India look to tame gritty Australia in semis
Dubai, March 3: Dubai is set to host a blockbuster clash as India and Australia lock horns in the first semifinal of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Tuesday, with both teams eyeing a spot in the grand finale on March 9, here at Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Former cricketers Sarandeep, Yograj stress on 'spin to win' plan for India ahead of SF clash against Australia
New Delhi, March 3: Former India cricketers Yograj Singh and Sarandeep Singh have put emphasis on the impact spinners can have in their Champions Trophy semi-final clash against Australia on Tuesday.
Clear message was given to him...: Rohit opens on Axar batting at 5
Dubai, March 3: Ahead of the semi-final clash against Australia in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Tuesday, India skipper Rohiit Sharma revealed that all-rounder Axar Patel was told by the management during the England series that he will bat at number five no matter what is the situation.
Whatever works for us, we will do...: Rohit on bowling options ahead of Australia clash
Dubai, March 3: After India's 44-run victory over New Zealand in their final Group A match of the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai, skipper Rohit Sharma said that the team management will decide if four spinners will play in the semi-final against Australia on Tuesday and a call will be taken on the bowling options after looking at the pitch and weather conditions.
Champions Trophy: Gaffaney, Illingworth named on-field umpires for India-Australia semifinal
Dubai, March 3: New Zealand's Chris Gaffaney and England's Richard Illingworth have been named as on-field umpires for the first 2025 Champions Trophy semifinal between India and Australia in Dubai, said the International Cricket Council (ICC). For Tuesday's semifinal at the Dubai International Stadium, Michael Gough will serve as third umpire, while Andy Pycroft will take up the match referee's duties.
Champions Trophy: Playing four spinners is tempting, but will think over right combination, says Rohit
Dubai, March 3: Ahead of meeting Australia in the first semi-final of 2025 Champions Trophy, India skipper Rohit Sharma admitted that retaining their bowling combination of four spinners is a tempting option, but at the same time, he will give a thought over what the right bowling combination should be.
CT 2025: Gaffaney, Illingworth announced as on-field umpires for India-Australia semi-final clash
Dubai, March 3: The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced the match officials for the semi-finals of the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025
'A moment very close to me': Kumble reminisces on landmark 600th Test wicket during 2008 Perth win
Mumbai, January 17: Former Indian spinner Anil Kumble on Friday reminisced on getting his 600th Test wicket during the 2008 Perth Test against Australia, saying that the moment is very close to him and the landmark win was an "icing on the cake".