T20 WORLD CUP CHAMPIONS
ICC Women's World Cup: India to play against Pakistan on Oct 6; Here is full schedule
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup will now be held from 3 to 20 October in the UAE. The event will see ten teams competing in 23 matches at venues in Dubai and Sharjah. Bangladesh faces Scotland in the opener, and the final will take place on 20 October in Dubai.
Fatima Sana named Pakistan skipper for Women's T20 World Cup
The selectors have also recalled right-handed batter Sadaf Shamas, who was also part of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2023 in South Africa in place of wicketkeeper-batter Najiha Alvi, who will travel as a reserve player. Fatima Sana (captain), Aliya Riaz, Diana Baig, Gull Feroza, Iram Javed, Muneeba Ali (wicket-keeper), Nashra Sundhu, Nida Dar, Omaima Sohail, Sadaf Shamas, Sadia Iqbal (subject to fitness), Sidra Amin, Syeda Aroob Shah, Tasmia Rubab and Tuba Hassan.
Rahul Dravid, Agarkar, Jay Shah my 'three pillars': Rohit Sharma on T20 WC win
Rohit Sharma acknowledged the support of Rahul Dravid, Ajit Agarkar, and Jay Shah in leading India to a T20 World Cup win. Celebrating the victory as a national triumph, Sharma shared his pragmatic approach to selecting bats and expressed his unwavering ambition for more titles with the Indian cricket team.
New York pitch for India-Pakistan T20 WC clash receives "satisfactory" rating by ICC
The ICC rated the Nassau County pitch for the India versus Pakistan match as 'satisfactory,' but raised concerns over low-scoring games and inconsistent bounce. Issues with the playing surfaces were highlighted after India's clash with Ireland and the Sri Lanka-South Africa match. Trinidad's pitch also received negative ratings during the tournament.
ICC moves women's T20 World Cup to UAE amid unrest in Bangladesh
The ICC relocated the Women's T20 World Cup from Bangladesh to the UAE owing to the unrest following former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's ouster in Dhaka. Initially scheduled for October 3-20 in Bangladesh, the event will now be staged in Dubai and Sharjah. ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice expressed his displeasure over the news.
ED raids in 'illegal' broadcast of T20 cricket world cup matches
The ED and Gujarat Police carried out searches in multiple states over a money-laundering probe tied to unauthorised streaming of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 matches by a betting website. Twenty locations were raided, stemming from an FIR that alleged magicwin.games illegally streamed matches, causing financial losses. The searches led to the seizure of documents, cash, and cryptocurrency. The federal agency highlighted the coordinated efforts needed to address such complex online crimes.
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Schedule announced for the ICC U19 Women's T20 World Cup 2025
The ICC has announced the schedule for the 2025 ICC U19 Women's T20 World Cup in Malaysia. Sixteen teams will compete in 41 matches from January 18 to February 2. The tournament follows a successful debut in 2023 and features first-time hosts Malaysia and new entrants Samoa. Teams will advance through group stages and Super Six rounds to the finals.
Star incurs an operating loss of $314 million from sports due to T20 World Cup
Star India reported a 45% increase in sports operating losses to $314 million for the June quarter, mainly due to the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024's production costs. Revenues rose marginally by 1% to $279 million. Disney noted a profitable quarter for their combined streaming services, ahead of guidance.
Time to move on from T20 WC win, we've to think about what lies ahead: Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma said that he had a good time off from cricket and that it was a great feeling to come back home after winning the World Cup. Rohit had retired from T20Is following the triumph. Rohit admitted that the ways of Gambhir will be different from his predecessors. The Mumbaikar also said he has held chats with Gambhir about the team's blueprint for the future.
World champions India look to maintain dominance in new era of SKY and Gambhir
India's newly-formed coach-captain combination, Gautam Gambhir and Suryakumar Yadav, will face off against Sri Lanka in a limited-overs series starting with three T20Is. Gambhir, who has built his coaching reputation in the IPL with three title wins for Kolkata Knight Riders, succeeds Rahul Dravid. The new coach faces a task cut out as the team under his predecessor reached the final in each of the ICC events in their respective last editions.
Rohit Sharma says he will continue to play Tests and ODIs "at least for a while"
India captain Rohit Sharma announced he will continue to play Test and ODI cricket "at least for a while" following his T20 international career end with a World Cup win last month. Rohit has been on a break since the title win in the West Indies and will miss the upcoming limited-overs tour of Sri Lanka, which includes three ODIs.
Gautam Gambhir's in-tray: Priorities as India men's new head coach
Retirements of stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli from T20Is aside, a major change that affects the team across all three formats came when Rahul Dravid stepped down after a memorable tenure as head coach. The unassuming Indian legend took the team to heights in his three years as head coach, guiding the team to the final of the ICC events in all three formats - the ICC World Test Championship, the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup and the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
Chapter closed, says David Warner, confirms international retirement but leaves room for Champions Trophy return
Warner announced his international retirement in parts over the last year. He retired from Test format in December 2023 after Australia's three-match red-ball series against Pakistan concluded. He announced his retirement from the 50-over format after their record-extending sixth ODI World Cup in India last year.
Rohit Sharma to lead India in ODI and Test formats, BCCI secretary Jay Shah confirms
The Champions Trophy, scheduled in Pakistan next year, will be held after eight years (since 2017 in UK), and even though the draft schedule has been submitted to the ICC, the BCCI hasn't yet given its green light to it. It is understood BCCI will again push for the 'Hybrid Model' like 2023 ODI Asia Cup where India played all its matches, including the ones against Pakistan, in Sri Lanka.
India vs Zimbabwe 2nd T20: Harare pitch report, weather update, Dream 11 predictions - all you need to know
India plays Zimbabwe in the second T20 match at Harare Sports Club after a 13-run loss in the first match. Match starts at 4:30 pm and sunny weather predicted. India leads 6-2 head-to-head. Harare pitch favors bowlers.
India vs Zimbabwe 2nd T20: Harare pitch report, weather update, Dream 11 predictions - all you need to know
India plays Zimbabwe in the second T20 match at Harare Sports Club after a 13-run loss in the first match. Match starts at 4:30 pm and sunny weather predicted. India leads 6-2 head-to-head. Harare pitch favors bowlers.
MS Dhoni turns 43: A look at accomplishments of the man who modernized Indian cricket with his sharp mind
Former India captain MS Dhoni, known for his calm and stunning captaincy, celebrated his 43rd birthday. Dhoni retired in 2020 after leading India to multiple ICC trophies. With remarkable stats in Tests, T20Is, and IPL, his legacy as a successful cricketer and captain remains unmatched in Indian cricket history.
T20 World Cup champions on Modi's 'cup par charcha': Check fun conversation of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli with PM
India's cricket team, including Rohit Sharma and his team, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi on July 4. Modi congratulated the team for their team spirit, talent, and patience, and praised their fighting spirit and never-say-die attitude. Sharma expressed gratitude for the opportunity to meet Modi and the team's hard work. Modi also asked Sharma about his unique walk while receiving the trophy, which was inspired by Kuldeep and Chahal.
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde felicitates T20 World Cup champions Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar, Dube, Jaiswal
The Chief Minister facilitated victorious members of the Indian team with shawls and idols of Lord Ganesha, congratulating the Indian players for the victory. Following their meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi, the players departed for Mumbai on Thursday. In Mumbai, the Men in Blue had an open bus victory parade from Marine Drive to the iconic Wankhede Stadium.
T20 World Cup champions likely to scoop up more brand deals
Top Indian cricketers' endorsements are expected to surge after their historic ICC Men's T20 World Cup victory, fast-tracking ongoing deals, say sports marketing experts. Rise Worldwide, managing cricketers like Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah, expects an increase in deals.
Babar Azam to be punished for 'mistakes', says Pakistan Cricket Board on T20 World Cup failure
Reacting to Pakistan's T20 World Cup failure, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi hinted at measures including potentially changing Babar Azam's captaincy, stadium upgrades, prioritizing national commitments, and bans for skipping domestic cricket.
Watch Video: Team India's joyous flight home after T20 World Cup victory
The ICC T20 World Cup-winning Indian team touched down in Delhi on Thursday to a warm welcome from the fans awaiting the sight of their favourite heroes and sight of the silverware.
'AIC24WC': Air India flight carrying T20 World Cup winning Team India becomes Flightradar24's most-tracked flight
Real-time data from the flight tracking portal, Flightradar24 revealed that over 5,252 users were closely monitoring the journey of 'AIC24WC', symbolizing India's triumphant return after clinching the T20 World Cup 2024.
Air India special flight arrives in Barbados to ferry T20 World Cup champions home
A special Air India flight landed at Barbados Airport to bring back the T20 cricket World Cup champions, stranded due to Hurricane Beryl's airport shutdown. Led by Rohit Sharma, the team is expected in Delhi Thursday, facilitated by a charter arranged by BCCI secretary Jay Shah, which also accommodates stranded Indian media.
Champions Trophy Draft: India-Pakistan match on March 1 in Lahore, BCCI yet to give consent
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has scheduled its Champions Trophy match against India in Lahore for March 1, 2023. The tournament is scheduled from February 19 to March 9, with March 10 as Reserve Day. PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi submitted a 15-match schedule, with all India games kept in Lahore for security and logistical reasons.
Nothing better than winning the cup and saying goodbye: Rohit Sharma
After leading India to victory in the T20 World Cup 2024, Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from T20 international cricket, citing the joy of winning the cup as the perfect moment to bow out. India clinched their second T20 World Cup title by defeating South Africa by seven runs in Barbados. Rohit Sharma, who ends his T20 career as the format's leading run-scorer with 4231 runs and five centuries, expressed that the decision to retire came naturally to him at this juncture, emphasizing the challenges of balancing all three cricket formats.
Next T20 captain to be decided by selectors, says Jay Shah; confirms seniors' role in future ICC tournaments
BCCI Secretary Jay Shah expressed confidence in the continued presence of senior players in upcoming major tournaments like the Champions Trophy and the World Test Championship final, provided India qualifies. He emphasized that the decision on appointing the next T20 captain, following Rohit Sharma's retirement, rests solely with the selectors. Shah praised the contribution of senior players to India's T20 World Cup victory and indicated their likely participation in upcoming ODI matches and tournaments, including the Champions Trophy scheduled for February-March in Pakistan.
Where does India stand globally in terms of ICC trophies? A look into title cabinet following T20 WC win
A fine exhibition of death bowling by trio of Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya and stupendous knocks by Virat Kohli and Axar Patel helped India end their ICC trophy drought, securing their second ICC T20 World Cup title by beating South Africa by seven runs in a thrilling final at Barbados on Saturday.
Whenever he has ball in hands, he tends to create magic: Rohit Sharma lauds Jasprit Bumrah
India skipper Rohit Sharma praised Jasprit Bumrah for his magical performance in the T20 World Cup 2024, where Bumrah was named Player of the Tournament for taking 15 wickets at a miserly economy of 4.17. In the final, India, led by Virat Kohli's 76 and Axar Patel's quick 47, posted 176/7. South Africa fought back with Heinrich Klaasen's 52, but Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, and Hardik Pandya's stellar bowling secured India's victory, ending their ICC trophy drought.
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