The national head of All India Muslim Jamaat condemns Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami for not observing Roza during the ongoing Champions Trophy, sparking outrage from religious scholars. UP BJP leader and spokesperson condemns the cleric's statement, stating that faith is a personal affair and one's religious practices cannot be dictated. In the semi-final game against Australia, Shami proves his form by taking 3 vital wickets.
After leading Australia to two World Cup wins and 32 victories in 64 matches, stand-in captain Steve Smith has decided to retire from ODI cricket. Smith stated that he didn't see himself playing in the 2027 ODI World Cup and with Test cricket being his priority, it was the right time for him to make way for others. Despite a rough patch as captain in ICC events, Smith led Australia to memorable victories against England and West Indies.
Steve Smith, one of the greatest cricketers of his generation, has announced retirement from ODI cricket after Australia's elimination from ICC Champions Trophy. Smith, who was leading the team in place of injured Pat Cummins, has played 170 ODIs for Australia, scoring 572 runs and winning two World Cups. However, he will not be a part of the team in the 2027 ODI World Cup.
After a long and successful ODI career, Australian cricket star Steve Smith has announced his retirement from the format. The decision comes after his team's loss to India in the Champions Trophy semifinal, where Smith informed his teammates of his decision to retire immediately. With 5,800 runs, 12 centuries and 35 half-centuries, Smith has been a key player for Australia and will now focus on his role as a test cricket player. His retirement was supported by Cricket Australia and Smith is determined to contribute to upcoming matches, including the World Test Championship Final.
After a semifinal defeat to India in the ongoing Champions Trophy, Australian cricketer Steve Smith has decided to retire from ODI cricket. Smith, who first made his debut as a legspinner, went on to become one of the greatest batters in the game. He was also a successful captain for Australia, leading them to World Cup victories in 2015 and 2023. Smith's record of 5,800 runs in ODIs puts him at 12th spot among Australian batsmen. Additionally, he seemed to have a special flair when playing against India, scoring 1,383 runs with five centuries and seven half-centuries in 30 matches against them.
While Team India celebrated their win against Australia in the Champions Trophy, all eyes were on captain Virat Kohli as he turned to his wife Anushka Sharma in the stands and shared a fist pump with her. The couple's strong bond and mutual support on and off the field has been a topic of discussion among fans. The heartwarming moment has now gone viral, with fans hailing them as the "CEO's of sports romance."
After a strong performance from KL Rahul and an overall team effort, India secured their spot in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy final with a four-wicket victory over Australia. In a touching moment after the match, Indian captain Virat Kohli embraced Australian captain Steve Smith and all-rounder Travis Head, showing the true spirit of sportsmanship. Despite Australia's inexperience and missing key players, they put up a brave fight but ultimately fell short against a determined Indian team.
In a thrilling semi-final match against Australia, the Indian cricket team secured a spot in the 2025 Champions Trophy final. Skipper Rohit Sharma and senior player Virat Kohli were spotted jumping with joy in the dressing room after the win. They will now face off against New Zealand in the final on Sunday. However, some have accused India of getting an "undue advantage" by playing all of their matches in Dubai, but head coach Gautam Gambhir has shut down these claims, stating that they haven't had any "special treatment" and have worked hard for their victories.
Indian captain Rohit Sharma and batting superstar Virat Kohli expressed their frustration towards star spinner Kuldeep Yadav after a fielding error during the India vs. Australia Champions Trophy semifinal match. The incident was caught on camera and is currently going viral on the internet. Although Kuldeep had performed well in his previous matches, he failed to take any wickets in this important game.
In a stunning performance, Steve Smith and Alex Carey set their sights on Rohit Sharma and India, putting together a 54-run stand in just 58 deliveries and powering Australia to the highest total made in the Dubai leg of the Champions Trophy. Despite India's familiarity with the conditions, a new surface caused some doubts and Australia's well-researched game plan left India struggling. Smith's 96-ball stay showcased his batting prowess, adapting to the pitch and avoiding risky shots to lead his team to victory.