The second match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will be played between India and Bangladesh at the Dubai International Stadium. Both teams will kick off their campaign with this game. India has never lost to Bangladesh in the history of the Champions Trophy, and the team will aim to maintain this record. On the other hand, Bangladesh will be eager to create history by winning this match. Dubai International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report The pitch in Dubai is generally slow, making it difficult for batters to play big shots. However, this match between India and Bangladesh will be played…
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India’s recent performances in bilateral series haven’t been great, making the Champions Trophy a crucial tournament for the team. A victory in this tournament is essential, and the opening match against Bangladesh on Thursday will be the first step in answering some key questions about the squad. However, team management faces a tough challenge in selecting the playing XI. All of India’s matches will be played in Dubai, raising the question of whether to field three specialist spinners or three frontline pacers. India might opt for three spinners, with Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, and Mohammed Shami confirmed to play. Among…
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is just around the corner, set to begin on February 19. The tournament will be hosted by Pakistan, with the final scheduled for March 9. India has had a good history in this ICC event. This will be the 9th edition of the Champions Trophy. So far, India and Australia have each won the title twice. The first-ever Champions Trophy in 2002 was jointly won by India and Sri Lanka, and India secured the title again in 2013 under the captaincy of MS Dhoni. The 2017 edition, held in England, saw Pakistan win their first…
India’s star batsman Virat Kohli has a golden opportunity to become the highest run-scorer in Champions Trophy history. This ICC tournament will begin on February 19, with India starting their campaign on February 20 against Bangladesh. The Indian team will have high expectations from Kohli, who has an excellent record in ICC tournaments. Matches to be Held in Pakistan and Dubai This ICC tournament will be hosted in Pakistan and Dubai. Since India refused to travel to Pakistan, the ICC decided to schedule India’s matches in Dubai. India is placed in Group A, which includes defending champions Pakistan, New Zealand,…
The ICC Champions Trophy, hosted by Pakistan, is set to begin in less than 48 hours. The tournament will kick off on February 19 with a match between Pakistan and New Zealand. Meanwhile, Team India will play its first match against Bangladesh on February 20. The Champions Trophy will be played in a hybrid model, meaning that the Indian team will play all its matches in Dubai. Team India has already arrived in Dubai for the tournament. Here’s how you can watch India’s matches for free. Where to Watch Team India’s Matches All of India’s matches in the ICC Champions…
The schedule for IPL 2025 has been announced. The 18th season will begin with a clash between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru on March 22 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Meanwhile, the two biggest rival teams, Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians, will face each other for the first time on March 23 at Chepauk Stadium. However, Mumbai Indians have received a major setback before this high-profile match, as their captain, Hardik Pandya, will not be playing. He has been handed a one-match ban, meaning MI will have to face CSK without him. But why was Hardik banned? Why…
The schedule for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has been announced. The league will commence on March 22, with the opening match between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Kolkata’s home ground, Eden Gardens. The tournament will span 65 days, featuring matches across 13 different venues. Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator will be held in Hyderabad, while Qualifier 2 and the final are scheduled for Kolkata. The final match is set for May 25. Evening matches will begin at 7:30 PM, with the toss at 7:00 PM. Double-header matches are scheduled to start at 3:30…
The ICC Champions Trophy is set to begin on February 19 in Pakistan and the UAE. Due to political tensions between India and Pakistan, the tournament will follow a hybrid model. Team India will kick off its campaign on February 20 against Bangladesh. India’s group also includes Pakistan and New Zealand. The much-anticipated India vs Pakistan clash is scheduled for February 23, while India will face New Zealand in its final league match on March 2. A total of eight teams are participating, divided into two groups of four. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the…
Discussions about IPL 2025 have already begun, and some teams are yet to announce their captains. One such team is Delhi Capitals. Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has identified three potential candidates for the captaincy role in IPL 2025—Axar Patel, KL Rahul, and Faf du Plessis. He believes that considering Axar’s rising stature in Indian cricket, he might be the frontrunner in the race. Delhi Retained Axar Patel Delhi Capitals had retained Axar Patel for ₹16.50 crore before the mega auction last year, showcasing their trust in his abilities. Later, they bought KL Rahul for ₹14 crore and Faf du…
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the prize money for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025. Compared to the previous edition, the total prize pool has been increased by 53%. The winning team will receive $2.4 million (approximately ₹19.5 crore). Matches to be Held in Pakistan and Dubai The tournament will be hosted in Pakistan and Dubai. Since India refused to travel to Pakistan, ICC decided to hold India’s matches in Dubai. India will begin its campaign on February 20 against Bangladesh. The Indian team is placed in Group A, which also includes defending champions Pakistan, New Zealand, and Bangladesh.…