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IPL 2025: I'd be very surprised if CSK aren't able to make a turnaround, says Watson
New Delhi, April 7: A gloomy outlook surrounds the chatter of what's in store for five-time IPL champions Chennai Super Kings in the rest of IPL 2025. Die-hard supporters of the franchise have seen a less-than-ideal start to the ongoing season - their team is in ninth place with only a win against the Mumbai Indians to their credit.
IPL 2025: Watson backs Dhoni to lead CSK in Gaikwad's absence
New Delhi, April 5: Former Australia and Chennai Super Kings all-rounder Shane Watson has backed legendary wicketkeeper-batter MS Dhoni to lead CSK if regular skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad doesn’t recover in time from his elbow injury.
Born to perform: Watson's massive praise for Digvesh; reveals aspect that makes him dangerous
New Delhi, April 5: Former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson bestowed praise upon Lucknow Super Giants' uncapped leg-break spinner Digvesh Rathi, who grabbed the headlines for his sizzling spell against Mumbai Indians in the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.
IPL 2025: Seemed like he was born to perform on this stage, says Watson on Digvesh Rathi's spell vs MI
New Delhi, April 5: Former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson lauded Lucknow Super Giants spinner Digvesh Rathi's economical spell against Mumbai Indians in the former's 12-run win in the IPL 2025 clash in Lucknow on Friday.
Would've loved to see Dhoni come up the order...: Watson on CSK's loss to RCB
Mumbai, March 29: Following the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) during their Indian Premier League (IPL), former Australia and CSK legend Shane Watson said that star wicketkeeper-batter MS Dhoni should have come up the order above Ravichandran Ashwin to give the five-time champions the best chance of winning.
IPL 2025: Dhoni should have batted ahead of Ashwin, says Watson
New Delhi, March 29: Former Australia opener Shane Watson feels that MS Dhoni should have batted ahead of Ravichandran Ashwin in Chennai Super Kings' 197 chase against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Chepauk on Friday
IPL 2025: Shane Watson mesmerised by vintage Quinton de Kock
New Delhi, March 27: Former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson showered praise on "outstanding" Quinton de Kock as he turned back the clock, put up a show for spectators and lifted Kolkata Knight Riders to an 8-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. Watson was speaking to Jio Hotstar.
IPL 2025: It's going to be a huge challenge for RCB, feels Watson ahead of CSK clash
New Delhi, March 27: Former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson feels that facing Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Chepauk will be a huge challenge for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
IPL 2025: 'He executed his shots beautifully', Watson lauds De Kock's knock vs RR
New Delhi, March 27: The former Australian all-rounder praised Quinton de Kock's scintillating unbeaten 97, which guided Kolkata Knight Riders to a comfortable chase against Rajasthan Royals, describing his knock as vintage and beautifully executed.
Broadcasters gather more than 170 experts for biggest-ever presentation panel for IPL 2025
New Delhi, March 23: Former cricketers AB De Villiers, Kane Williamson, Shane Watson, Virender Sehwag, Ravi Shastri, Suresh Raina, Harbhajan Singh, Shikhar Dhawan, Anil Kumble, Mark Boucher, Matthew Hayden, Michael Clarke, Sunil Gavaskar and Ajay Jadeja are among 170 experts gathered by the official broadcaster for the coverage of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.
Star-studded commentary panel for IPL 2025 season unveiled
Mumbai, March 22: Ahead of the 18th edition starting from Saturday, the Indian Premier League (IPL) have announced a star-studded commentary panel which includes big names like AB De Villiers, Kane Williamson, Shane Watson, and Virender Sehwag.
Just to see vintage Sachin Tendulkar's cover drive Tino Best on his experience in International Masters League 2025
New Delhi, March 14: West Indies Masters fast bowler Tino Best reflected on his most cherished moments from the ongoing IML season. Best highlighted the joy of witnessing legends perform. He said it was a memorable moment to see vintage Sachin Tendulkar's cover drive, Jacques Kallis's backfoot punch, and Shane Watson scoring a hundred.
IML 2025: Australia Masters beat England Masters to set semis date with India Masters
Raipur, March 12: Australia Masters geared up their preparations for Thursday's first semifinal against India Masters with a nervy three-wicket victory against traditional rivals England Masters in the final Group stage match of the International Masters League (IML) 2025 at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium here on Wednesday.
IML 2025: Australia Masters outwit England Masters to set semi-final date with India
Raipur, March 13: Australia Masters geared up preparations for Thursday's first semifinal against India Masters with a nervy three-wicket victory against traditional rivals England Masters in the final Group stage match of the International Masters League (IML) 2025, at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium here on Wednesday.
IML 2025: Watson slams record third ton to propel Australia Masters to 137-run win against South Africa Masters
Vadodara, March 8: Some things never change, and Shane Watson's dominance with the bat is one of them. The Australia Masters skipper rolled back the years with yet another sensational century--his third in four matches -- as he dismantled the South Africa Masters attack in true Watto fashion at the International Masters League 2025 to steer his side to a convincing 137-run victory to wrap off the Vadodara leg of the tournament in style.
IML 2025: Watson slams third ton to propel Australia Masters to 137-run win
Vadodara, March 8: Shane Watson came up with another dominant performance with the bat in the International Masters League 2025, scoring a century against South Africa Masters at the BCA Stadium here on Friday. The Australia Masters skipper rolled back the years with yet another sensational century — his third in four matches — as he dismantled the South Africa Masters attack to steer his side to a convincing 137-run victory to wrap off the Vadodara leg of the tournament in style.
IML 2025: Sachin Tendulkar's straight drive took me back 15 years instantly, says Shane Watson
Vadodara, March 6: A packed BCA Stadium in Vadodara was treated to a vintage Sachin Tendulkar masterclass as the batting great turned back the clock with a remarkable display during a high-scoring International Masters League (IML) 2025 game between India Masters and Australia Masters.
IML 2025: Sachin's straight drive took me 15 years back, says Watson
Vadodara, March 6: A packed BCA Stadium was treated to a vintage Sachin Tendulkar masterclass as the batting great turned back the clock with a remarkable display during a high-scoring International Masters League (IML) 2025 game between India Masters and Australia Masters.
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.
IML 2025: Tendulkar's fifty in vain as Australia Masters beat India Masters by 95 runs
Vadodara, March 5: A jam-packed crowd was treated to a vintage Sachin Tendulkar masterclass for the India Masters after the Australia Masters duo of Shane Watson and Ben Dunk unleashed carnage to eventually help their side notch up its first win of the International Masters League 2025 at the BCA Stadium here on Wednesday.
'It was a magical moment': Shane Watson reflects on Champions Trophy glory
New Delhi, March 3: Former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson, a two-time Champions Trophy winner, believes the tournament continues to create unforgettable moments, with the semifinals and final of the 2025 edition set to deliver even more special memories. Watson, who lifted the trophy with Australia in 2006 and 2009, recalls the first title win as the defining moment of his career.
Vadodara braces for high-octane cricket as International Masters League arrives
Vadodara, February 27: The Baroda Cricket Association (BCA) Stadium is all set to host the second leg of the International Masters League (IML). Following an action-packed opening in Navi Mumbai, where fans were treated to a Shane Watson century, high-scoring games, nail-biting finishes and a barrage of sixes, the action will continue in Vadodara, according to a release from the International Masters League.
IML 2025: Simmons overpowers Watson's masterclass to power West Indies Masters to 7-wicket win
Navi Mumbai, February 25: Shane Watson's 48-ball century was overshadowed by an equally aggressive 44-ball undefeated 94 from Lendl Simmons that helped the West Indies Masters outclass the Australia Masters by 7 wickets in the second match of the inaugural International Masters League (IML) at the DY Patil Sports Stadium, as per a release from IML.
IML: Simmons masterclass helps West Indies Masters crush Australia by 7 wickets
Navi Mumbai, Feb 24: Lendl Simmons aggressive 44-ball undefeated 94 overpowered Shane Watson's 48-ball century and helped the West Indies Masters outclass the Australia Masters by 7 wickets in the inaugural International Masters League (IML) at the DY Patil Sports Stadium.
Australia will be very hard to beat: Shane Watson ahead of team's opener against England in Champions Trophy
Melbourne, February 21: Ahead of his nation's campaign opener in the ICC Champions Trophy against arch-rivals England, former Australian cricketer Shane Watson backed the Men in Yellow and said that they will be "hard to beat" in the ongoing marquee event despite being missing their top three bowlers in the competition.
Shane Watson backs pivotal Maxwell to shine in ICC Champions Trophy for Australia
Melbourne, February 21: Ahead of his nation's campaign opener in the ICC Champions Trophy against arch-rivals England, former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson has backed experienced all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has his best cricket "in front of him" and will play a "pivotal" role in his team's success at the tournament.
Champions Trophy: Watson picks Maxwell as 'stand-out' player, says 'Australia will be very hard to beat'
Lahore, Feb 20: Former Australia cricketer Shane Watson has backed experienced all-rounder Glenn Maxwell to shine in the ICC Champions Trophy as the Aussies eye their third tournament title.
Morgan, Watson pick India as favourite for CT 2025, but hope their teams can go all the way
Navi Mumbai, Feb 19: Their respective teams may not have ideal buildup to the Champions Trophy 2025 but Eoin Morgan and Shane Watson are hopeful that England and Australia would do well in the event while picking India as the top favourite.
International Masters League 2025 trophy revealed in Mumbai
Mumbai, February 19: The highly-anticipated International Masters League (IML) unveiled its magnificent trophy on Wednesday in the presence of the icons who will lead their respective teams in the inaugural edition.
Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Khan named among four ambassadors for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Dubai, February 12: Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed has been named as one of the four ambassadors for next week's ICC Champions Trophy, which will run from February 19 to March 9.
Australia Masters unveil squad for International Masters League, Shane Watson to lead
New Delhi, February 9: The excitement of the International Masters League (IML) is at its peak, and all eyes are on Australia Masters. Under the captaincy of Shane Watson, the team is fully prepared to make an impact in IML 2025, with their first match scheduled against West Indies Masters on February 24, 2025, in Navi Mumbai.
Australia Masters unveil squad for upcoming International Masters League season
New Delhi, February 8: The excitement of the International Masters League (IML) is at its peak, and all eyes are on Australia Masters. Under the captaincy of Shane Watson, the team is fully prepared to make an impact in IML 2025, with their first match scheduled against West Indies Masters on February 24 in Navi Mumbai.
Inaugural season of International Masters League to be played in Navi Mumbai, Rajkot, Raipur
Mumbai, January 16: The stage is set for the highly anticipated International Masters League (IML), with the inaugural edition beginning from February 22 to March 16, an IML press release stated.
ICC Champions Trophy tour Australia leg concludes, fans excited for eight-team tournament
New Delhi, January 11: The International Cricket Council (ICC) Men's Champions Trophy 2025 Trophy Tour recently wrapped up its exciting Australian leg. This leg inspired cricket fans and generated enthusiasm for the upcoming ninth edition of the tournament, scheduled to be held in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates from February 19 to March 9.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 tour finishes Australian leg
New Delhi, Jan 11: ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 Trophy Tour wrapped up its exciting Australian leg. The upcoming ninth edition of the tournament, scheduled to be held in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates from February 19 to March 9.
Shane Watson opens up on importance of ICC Champions Trophy ahead of it's 2025 edition
Sydney, January 2: Former Australian cricketer and ICC ambassador Shane Watson spoke about the importance of the ICC Champions Trophy ahead of the 2025 edition of the Champions Trophy which is scheduled to take place at Pakistan in February.