The Indian men’s cricket team has made history by winning their seventh ICC title, firmly establishing themselves as one of the most successful teams in world cricket. From their first win in 1983 with Kapil Dev’s team to their most recent victory in the 2025 Champions Trophy, India has consistently shown their dominance in the sport. Led by captains like Kapil Dev and Sourav Ganguly, let’s take a look at the team’s remarkable journey and all their World Cup wins.
After winning the toss, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner opted to bat first as they look to post a strong total on the board. With a fair idea of the pitch from a previous match in Dubai, Santner hopes that it slows down later on. However, the Kiwis have been forced to make a change with injured Matt Henry being replaced by Nathan Smith. On the other hand, Indian captain Rohit Sharma is confident in his team's ability to chase, despite losing the toss. He believes that the toss does not matter as long as his team plays well.
Nothing Phone (3a), the latest addition to Nothing's smartphone lineup, is creating buzz with its upcoming launch and impressive upgrades. With a distinctive camera layout, a dedicated camera button, and the integration of Glyph lighting, this phone promises to deliver a unique user experience. Along with upgraded storage configurations and a powerful Qualcomm processor, the Phone (3a) series is also expected to feature a transparent design, making it a highly desirable option in the mid-range smartphone market.
The highly anticipated first look of ‘The Pride of Bharat’ was released on the 395th birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the legendary Maratha emperor. Kantara star Rishab Shetty will be portraying the brave warrior king in the epic period drama. Fans and critics alike are buzzing with excitement and anticipation for what promises to be a performance of a lifetime. Director Sandip Singh pays tribute to Shivaji’s remarkable legacy with his grand vision for the film.
In the first match of the WPL 2025 season, defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru showed their dominance by successfully chasing a massive total of 201 runs against the Gujarat Giants. Richa Ghosh's explosive 64 runs and Renuka Singh's brilliant bowling performance helped RCB secure a win. However, the absence of Shreyanka Patil due to injury has impacted the team as they now look for a replacement player. The match was broadcasted on Star Sports Network and can be streamed on Jiostar.
After a long period of speculation, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have finally announced Rajat Patidar as their captain for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season. This decision comes after the franchise's disappointing finish in the previous season, where they were eliminated in the Eliminator. Patidar, who joined RCB in IPL 2021, has been an integral part of the team's success and will look to lead them to their first title next season. The franchise made the announcement live on Star Sports Network and Hotstar, while also sharing the news on social media platforms.
In the first ODI between India and England, Rohit Sharma's poor form continued as he was dismissed for just 2 runs. With questions surrounding his future as captain and key player, Sharma failed to deliver and was out off a tame shot. Meanwhile, debutant Harshit Rana and Ravindra Jadeja starred with the ball as India restricted England to a manageable total despite fifties from Jos Buttler and Jacob Bethell. The Indian batsmen will now look to take advantage of the dew factor and chase down the target with ease.
After a convincing victory in the T20I series, India now takes on England in the first of three ODIs. With key players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli returning to action, India is aiming to continue their winning streak at home. However, the absence of Jasprit Bumrah due to injury could prove to be challenging for the hosts. Meanwhile, England’s Jos Buttler and Jacob Bethell are making their ODI debuts, adding an element of unpredictability to the match.
India is set to take on England in the third T20I of the ongoing series, with India leading 2-0. If India wins the match, captain Suryakumar Yadav will become the first player to seal four T20I series wins in a row for India. The team is likely to see two changes, with Shivam Dube or Ramandeep Singh potentially replacing Dhruv Jurel in the playing XI. However, star bowler Mohammed Shami is not expected to feature as the team is taking a cautious approach with his return from injury. India will also look to young talents like Tilak Varma and Abhishek Sharma to contribute to their potential series win.
Tamil superstar Vijay, popularly known as Thalapathy, has announced the title of his highly anticipated film, previously known as Thalapathy 69. Titled Jana Nayagan, the film is set to be Vijay's final project before transitioning fully into politics. The film's first look poster, released on Republic Day, features Vijay sporting his signature Thalapathy swag in a selfie with his followers. The storyline is said to mirror the actor's recent political efforts, making it a must-watch for his fans.