Despite scoring 752 runs in seven games in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, Karun Nair's incredible form was cut short with just a 27-run knock in the final against Karnataka. The Vidarbha captain was dismissed by pacer Prasidh Krishna's excellent delivery, raising questions about his exclusion from Team India's Champions Trophy squad. With Karnataka setting a total of 348/6, Nair's omission and Ajit Agarkar's tough choice as Head of BCCI's selection committee will surely spark debates about the importance of domestic cricket performances in team selections.
Mohammed Siraj's surprising exclusion from India's 15-man Champions Trophy squad and the inclusion of left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh has sparked debate among fans. Captain Rohit Sharma addressed the decision, citing the need for variety and death-over control in the pace attack. Despite Siraj's strong performances, Sharma emphasized the importance of having bowlers who can fulfill specific roles, while also defending Arshdeep's experience and potential to deliver under pressure in ODIs.
Member of Parliament Shashi Tharoor has criticized the Kerala Cricket Association for leaving cricketer Sanju Samson out of both the Kerala squad and Indian national team. Despite his impressive record, Samson was dropped due to a clash of egos within the cricket administration, causing disappointment among his fans. Tharoor expressed concern over the impact this decision may have on Samson's career and called for better communication between governing bodies and athletes.
After much anticipation, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the 15-man squad for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy and ODI series against England. Rohit Sharma will lead the team, with Shubman Gill as the vice-captain, while key players like Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah have also been included. The absence of head coach Gautam Gambhir from the press conference has raised questions, but captain Rohit Sharma and chief selector Ajit Agarkar assured that his input was taken into consideration during team selection. Overall, the squad seems to be a well-balanced and formidable one for potential future tournaments.
Despite his exceptional performance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025 where he amassed 752 runs in 7 innings, Karun Nair has been left out of India's squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy. The BCCI chief selector and captain Rohit Sharma announced a 15-man squad on Saturday, with Nair not making the cut. However, former selector Ajit Agarkar admitted that Nair could still be in contention if any player in the squad gets injured before February 11.
As India prepares to face England in the upcoming white-ball matches and the 2025 Champions Trophy, all eyes are on star all-rounder Hardik Pandya. After sitting out of the 50-over format since October 2023, Pandya is expected to make a comeback and has been working hard during practice sessions. Clips of his training, including a no-look ramp shot, have been making rounds on social media and fans are eagerly waiting to see him back in action for the national team.
The Indian cricket team revealed their 15-member squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy in Dubai, but the exclusion of pacer Mohammed Siraj came as a shock to many. Despite being one of India's key performers in the format over the past few years, Siraj was snubbed in favor of less experienced players. With questions surrounding the fitness of senior bowler Jasprit Bumrah, captain Rohit Sharma cited the need for variety in the pace attack as the reason for Siraj's exclusion.
The Indian men's cricket team is all set to kick off their campaign in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 with captain Rohit Sharma leading the squad. The team will play their matches in Dubai, including the knockout rounds, due to political tensions with Pakistan. With star players like Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah also in the lineup, India is determined to replicate their 2013 triumph and win the title once again.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the Indian squad for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy, and the exclusion of Karun Nair has caused quite a stir. Despite his exceptional performances in the domestic circuit, including a staggering 752 runs in just seven innings, the Vidarbha skipper did not make the cut. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar defended the decision, citing the difficulty in finding a spot in the current Indian team with the available talent and balance.
Despite his recent consistent performances and impressive domestic record, Sanju Samson has been omitted from India's squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy, causing disappointment among his fans. The Kerala-born cricketer had hoped to secure a spot in the prestigious tournament after becoming the first Indian batter to score back-to-back centuries in T20Is last year, and reinforcing his talent with a double-century in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. However, his exclusion reflects the tough competition in the squad, with other key players retaining their spots as wicketkeepers. Fans will have to wait for his potential inclusion in future international tours.