The India National Cricket Team will face off against New Zealand in the much-anticipated final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. India, who have maintained an unbeaten record in the tournament until now, are determined to lift the title for their third time within two years. However, New Zealand has proven to be a formidable opponent for India, with four wins over them in the last eight ICC tournaments. With both teams using spinners to their advantage, the final is set to be a thrilling battle between two experienced sides.
The highly anticipated cricket match between India and New Zealand at the Champions Trophy 2025 has arrived. Not only will this match decide the fate of both teams in the tournament, but it also marks a special moment for India's star player Virat Kohli - it will be his 300th ODI appearance for the Indian national team. With New Zealand looking to continue their winning streak and India aiming for another victory, all eyes will be on this exciting match taking place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
India's national cricket team lost Rohit Sharma early to Mark Wood, but Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli have helped steady the team against England. England won the toss and chose to bowl first, with both teams making changes to their playing XI. India currently holds an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series.
In a high-scoring game at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, the Indian National Cricket Team put on a show as they clinched a convincing 150-run victory over their English counterparts in the final T20I match. It was a breathtaking performance from Abhishek Sharma with a quick-fire century, leading India to a mammoth total of 247 runs in just 20 overs. The English team, who were unable to keep up with the pace, fell short with a meager score of 97 runs in just 10.3 overs. With this win, India solidified their dominance with a 4-1 series victory over England.
Indian cricketer Karun Nair's impressive performances in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy have caught the attention of national selectors, as he continues to pile on runs for Vidarbha. Nair, who last played for India in 2017, equalled the record for most centuries in a single edition of the tournament and has also been garnering attention for a two-year-old tweet pleading for another chance in the national team. Despite his past struggles, Nair remains determined to make a comeback to international cricket.
The India national cricket team has been facing off against Prime Minister’s XI in a pink-ball practice match. In a funny moment during the match, batter Sarfaraz Khan took off his gloves and tried his hand at wicketkeeping, but fumbled in the process. While trying to collect the ball, he received a playful punch on the back from Indian captain Rohit Sharma. This funny interaction came just before a stunning delivery by Indian pacer Harshit Rana, resulting in the dismissal of Prime Minister’s XI's player Oliver Davies. The team eventually scored 240 runs in the first innings with Sam Konstas scoring a brilliant century.
On the fifth day of the Boxing Day Test, Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah's five-wicket haul helped dismiss the Australian team for a total of 234 runs in their second innings, setting a challenging target of 340 runs for India. However, India struggled in their fourth innings, losing key players like captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to Australia's Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc. The match remains in a crucial position as India needs 309 more runs to win in the remaining two sessions.
India's Jasprit Bumrah has cemented his position as one of cricket's greatest fast bowlers with an impressive performance in the ongoing Test series against Australia. With career-threatening back problems in the past, the 31-year-old has surpassed Kapil Dev to become India's leading Test wicket-taker in Australia. Former players and opponents alike have praised Bumrah for his skill and dominance on the field, with some even considering him to be one of the greatest fast bowlers of all time.
Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin announces his retirement from international cricket after the end of the third Test match between India and Australia. In a throwback video, Ashwin is seen having fun with the Indian team's support staff as he gives them bowling lessons. However, rumors suggest that Ashwin's decision to retire mid-series was due to his desire to only play if he was guaranteed a spot in the playing XI. Despite this, Ashwin leaves behind a legacy of being a fierce competitor and a beloved teammate.
KL Rahul has been in exceptional form for the India National Cricket Team during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 20924-25. Former players Sunil Gavaskar and Matthew Hayden have praised his technique and concentration, comparing him to top batsmen like Kane Williamson. Despite frustrating rain breaks and Steve Smith's stunning catch, Rahul's knock of 84 runs helped India avoid a follow on against Australia in the third test. However, questions arise about Rishabh Pant's form in the series.