The Indian Premier League (IPL) is gearing up for its 2025 auction with major changes in the player retention process. Under the new rule, franchises will face larger deductions if they choose to retain marquee players, impacting their financial planning. This has led to speculation among players, with Rishabh Pant hinting at his auction interest and asking about his potential value. Other players like Shreyas Iyer and Kuldeep Yadav could also opt for the auction, hoping for a better deal. This year's auction could see aggressive bidding from teams with larger purses and the Right to Match card system playing a crucial role in retaining players.
In an upcoming episode of 'The Great Indian Kapil Show', Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma and his teammates Suryakumar Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Axar Patel, and Shivam Dube join Kapil Sharma for a fun-filled segment. The cricketers share jokes and funny anecdotes, with Rohit admitting that the show might have brought them good luck. The teaser clip also features them mimicking former Indian captains and engaging in playful banter, showcasing their camaraderie off the field.
Former Indian batsman Wasim Jaffer has revealed his preferred playing XI for India's first T20I against Sri Lanka, with some surprise selections. Despite his form in the IPL, Sanju Samson finds himself left out in favor of T20 World Cup stars Rishabh Pant and Axar Patel, as Jaffer opted for a strong opening pair of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill. With Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma retiring from T20Is, Jaffer included Gill and Rinku Singh in the team, along with specialist spinners Ravi Bishnoi and Axar Patel. However, Jaffer's omission of Washington Sundar and selection of Arshdeep Singh and Mohammed Siraj as frontline seamers may raise a few eyebrows.
During the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, former Pakistani cricketer Kamran Akmal made derogatory comments about Sikhs, specifically targeting Indian cricketer Arshdeep Singh. His comments were seen as disgraceful and Harbhajan Singh, an Indian legend, immediately came to Singh's defense. The showdown between the two players continued after the match where one can safely assume that the discussion was about Akmal's insulting comments. Rohit Sarkar, a passionate and experienced cricket writer, covers the game with informative, engaging and detailed writing, making him one of the most respected names in the cricket industry.
In a thrilling Super Eight match, India defeated Australia by 24 runs to secure a spot in the semifinals of the 2024 ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Rohit Sharma's explosive knock of 92 runs set a formidable target of 205/5 for Australia to chase. Despite Travis Head's valiant effort of 76 runs, the Indian bowlers, led by Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, and Axar Patel, restricted Australia to 181/7. Axar's stunning one-handed catch at deep square leg to dismiss Mitchell Marsh proved to be a turning point in the match. India will now face England in the semifinals on June 27.
After a heartbreaking loss to Australia in the 2023 ODI World Cup final, India was determined to exact revenge in the T20 World Cup. Led by Rohit Sharma's magnificent 92 runs off 41 balls, India set a target of 206 runs for Australia. Though Australia got off to a fast start, India's strategic brilliance and Arshdeep Singh's brilliant bowling helped them secure a 24-run victory. With this win, India's chances of reaching the semi-finals are high.
Ahead of the India vs England T20 World Cup semi-final, Pakistan great Inzamam ul Haq accused Indian bowler Arshdeep Singh of tampering with the ball and generating reverse swing in his second spell. In response, Indian batsman Rohit Sharma dismissed Inzamam's comment, stating that it is important to have an open mind and understand the conditions of the pitch. This controversy adds to the tension and excitement leading up to the highly anticipated semi-final match between India and England.
In a highly anticipated match, Rohit Sharma dazzled with his 92 off 41 balls as India secured a spot in the T20 World Cup semifinals with a 24-run win over Australia. Though Australia fought back in their run chase through captain Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head, India's trio of Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, and Arshdeep Singh proved too much for them to handle. The match also saw a heated moment when Rohit Sharma scolded Rishabh Pant for a missed catch, highlighting the intense competition between the two teams.
Young Indian fast bowler Arshdeep Singh delivered a spectacular performance in the Super 8 match against Australia, taking 3 wickets for 37 runs and helping his team secure a spot in the semi-finals of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024. With this feat, Arshdeep broke the record for the most wickets by an Indian bowler in a single edition of the tournament, surpassing RP Singh’s record of 12 wickets in the 2007 World Cup. Arshdeep praised Jasprit Bumrah for creating pressure on the Australian batters, which allowed him to freely take wickets and contribute to India's victory. India will now face England in the semi-finals on June 27.
In a highly anticipated clash, India secures a convincing victory against Bangladesh in the T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 match. Jasprit Bumrah puts on a stellar performance, taking two wickets for just 13 runs, while Arshdeep Singh's economical bowling restricts Bangladesh's total to 146/8. Despite Bangladesh's impressive run in the first round, their hopes for advancing in the tournament are dampened as India remains unbeaten and makes a strong case for early semifinal qualification.