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Hamstrung Rohit Sharma managing injury “very well, on top of it”: India assistant coach provides update

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India cricket team assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate revealed that skipper Rohit Sharma was alright and was managing his injury vert well. The Hitman picked up an hamstring injury during the Champions Trophy tie against Pakistan on February 23. After skipping practice on Wednesday, Rohit returned to the nets on Friday as India geared up for their final group stage game against New Zealand. Cricket 2 hours Rohit Sharma brushes aside injury murmurs, hits the nets in last practice before India-New Zealand clash “It’s an injury Rohit has had before” Speaking to reporters in Dubai ahead of IND vs NZ, Doeschate pointed out that the hamstring injury was one that Rohit had previously had. He said that the Indian captain was managing his injury very well and that he was on top of it. The assistant coach also said that Rohit was back to batting and also did a little bit of fielding on Friday. “ He’s alright. As you can see, he’s batting, and he did a little bit of fieldin...

Champions Trophy Group B semifinal scenario: SA 99% confirmed, AUS confirmed but AFG all but out

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Rain has played a huge role in shaping the ICC Champions Trophy Group B semi-final race, and as a result, Australia have qualified despite playing only one full match. Meanwhile, Afghanistan’s hopes are all but over, barring a miracle of unimaginable proportions. South Africa, meanwhile, have also put one step into the final four. They have a game against out-of-place England on March 1. Cricket 9 mins Here’s why Team India is all but certain to play Australia at ICC Champions Trophy semifinal Champions Trophy Group B semifinal scenario How can South Africa qualify? With one semi-final spot still up for grabs, South Africa are in pole position to secure their place. They only need to avoid a heavy defeat against already-eliminated England to join Australia in the final four. Afghanistan, on the other hand, are holding onto a mathematical miracle that is virtually impossible. If SA lose by 207+ runs or fail to chase a target of 300 within 11.1 overs, they will b...

Pakistan’s Champions Trophy debacle to be raised in Parliament, “PM will personally take notice”

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If finishing the Champions Trophy 2025 winless wasn’t enough, the Pakistan cricket team is about to be dragged to the Parliament. As per reports, Rizwan and co’s dismal performance in the marquee event will be raised in the parliament, with PM Shehbaz Sharif set to “personally take notice” of the debacle. Despite being the host nation, Pakistan failed to win even a single game at the ICC event. Cricket 45 mins “Rizwan looked lost, wasn’t blabbering at all”: Ex-Pakistan star points out what went wrong in IND vs PAK tie Pakistan’s Champions Trophy debacle to reach parliament As per IANS, Pakistan PM’s aide Rana Sanaullah said that not only will Sharif take notice of the team’s performance but will also be urged to raise the issue in the parliament. Pakistan’s final group stage game against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi was washed out on Thursday, bringing the curtains down on their miserable campaign. The Champions Trophy marked the return of an ICC event to Pakistan for...

“Rizwan looked lost, wasn’t blabbering at all”: Ex-Pakistan star points out what went wrong in IND vs PAK tie

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Former Pakistan pacer Sarfaraz Nawaz opined that the India cricket team had left Pakistan far behind. His remarks come after the 6-wicket thrashing handed to the Champions Trophy hosts on Sunday. The 76-year-old blamed Pakistan’s poor selection for their early exit from the tournament. Cricket 13 mins DRS Feb 28: MS Dhoni returns for CSK & so does Jasprit Bumrah before IPL 2025, & more IND vs PAK matches Pakistan captain “looked lost” Speaking to Cricbuzz, Nawaz pointed out that Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan looked lost during the toss at IND vs PAK tie. He claimed that Rizwan was unusually silent, adding that he might have had a lot of pressure on him. He further said that improper selection would obviously lead to the other team being far ahead of Pakistan. “ When I watched the toss, I saw the reaction of the Pakistan captain (Mohammad Rizwan). He looked lost somewhere. I don’t know if it was due to pressure, but he didn’t look the same as he general...

DRS Feb 28: MS Dhoni returns for CSK & so does Jasprit Bumrah before IPL 2025, & more IND vs PAK matches

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The charismatic MS Dhoni returns! After joining his beloved Chennai Super Kings (CSK) camp, Thala has started practicing to gear up for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. He’s not the only high-profile player psyching up for the mega event. Jasprit Bumrah, who missed out for the ICC Champions Trophy, started bowling again after his injury setback. This is indeed a good news for Mumbai Indians (MI). Also, there would be more India-Pakistan matches lined up this year. Asia Cup has gotten the September window, with more IND vs PAK clashes ready to enthrall fans. On that note, let us look at the top cricketing stories from Thursday, February 27. Cricket 3 mins DRS Feb 27: Ego clashes in Pakistan cricket, good news for SRH & Rishabh Pant fit before IND vs NZ More IND vs PAK matches in 2025 The Asia Cup 2025 will take place in September, but India won’t host the tournament due to tensions with Pakistan. Instead, a neutral venue will be chosen, with Sri...

“Afghanistan’s never going to be taken lightly ever again”: Coach Trott eyes Australia next after knocking out England

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Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott vowed that no team will take the side lightly hereafter, following the upset handed to England . Shahidi and co. clinched a 8-wicket win on Wednesday to knock out the 2019 World Cup champions from the Champions Trophy 2025. Afghanistan will face Australia next in their fixture in what will be their final group stage match on February 28 in Lahore. Cricket 1 hour Champions Trophy Group B semifinal scenario: Afghanistan knock England out, 3 teams fight for 2 spots Afghanistan won’t be taken lightly ever again: Trott Speaking at the post-match press conference, Trott said that in the past, sides would have probably thought playing against Afghanistan would have been easier than squaring off against a historic Test nation. He categorically stated that Shahidi and co. will never be taken lightly, especially after what happened in the 2023 ODI World Cup, T20 World Cup and the Champions Trophy. The head coach immediately shifted his ...

Broken man Jos Buttler sounds captaincy resignation alarm bell after ICC Champions Trophy disaster

World Cup 2023, T20 World Cup 2024 and now ICC Champions Trophy 2025, the England Cricket Team have exited all three major tournaments including both ODI ones from the league stage with Jos Buttler at the helm. With Afghanistan hitting the knockout punch in Lahore, Buttler is a broken man. While he sort of stopped himself from announcing his resignation, he had sounded the alarm bell already on the possibility of it. “I don’t want to say any emotional statements right now. But I think for myself and the other guys at the top, we should consider all possibilities,” Jos Buttler said at the post-match presentation following England’s 8-run loss to Afghanistan. England in a downward spiral Since the 2023 World Cup, the England Cricket team has not won any ODI series. In fact, they have lost 18 matches out of 25 and are on a six-match losing streak. Under Buttler’s captaincy , England have lost bilateral series to West Indies twice, Australia and India once each since finishing 7th ...

Free Fire Max New Update Date and Time is out

The highly anticipated Free Fire OB48 update is set to launch on February 26, 2025, bringing a wave of new features, gameplay enhancements, and fresh content. Players can download the update directly from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Given the significant additions, it’s advised to ensure your device has approximately 1 GB of free storage space. Check out the Free Fire MAX New Update Release Date and Time below: Free Fire MAX New Update Release Date and Time The estimated release time for the Free Fire Max New Update is 9:00 AM IST (India Standard Time), which translates to 3:30 AM GMT. Here’s a breakdown of the release time across various time zones: Asia: India Standard Time (IST): 9:00 AM China Standard Time (CST): 11:30 AM Philippine Standard Time (PHT): 11:30 AM Japanese Standard Time (JST): 12:30 PM Korea Standard Time (KST): 12:30 PM Europe: Western European Time (WET): 3:30 AM Central European Time (CET): 4:30 AM Eastern European Time (EET): 5:30 A...

Devank Dalal: From Indian Army to kabaddi stardom, the rise of PKL’s top raider

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Step into the electrifying world of kabaddi where Devank Dalal, the star raider from Patna Pirates and Services, reigns supreme. With a staggering 301 points to his name in the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL Season 11), he’s not just a player, he’s a phenomenon. His journey, marked by unwavering dedication, the spirit of teamwork, and the transformative influence of his army service, is a testament to his indomitable spirit. This is the story of a man who turned a childhood passion into a life-altering career, and in doing so, became a beacon of inspiration for aspiring athletes everywhere. Early Beginnings Devank Dalal’s journey into the world of kabaddi began not with a ball but with a spark of inspiration. Growing up in Rohtak, Haryana, he first became enamoured with the sport after watching the legendary Pardeep Narwal in action. Before fully embracing kabaddi, he dabbled in other sports like football and cricket. However, by the time he reached the tenth grade, it became clear that kab...

Wolverhampton vs Fulham live streaming: Where to watch Premier League in India

Wolverhampton Wanderers will host Fulham at Molineux in an important Premier League match. Wolves are riding high after a 1-0 win over Bournemouth, which moved them five points clear of the relegation zone. Fulham, on the other hand, are looking to bounce back from a disappointing 2-0 home loss to Crystal Palace, which ended their three-game winning streak. They have injury doubts over Emile Smith Rowe and Tom Cairney. The match is expected to be closely contested, and it will be interesting to see how things comes. Take a look at the live streaming details. Wolverhampton vs Fulham live streaming The Wolverhampton vs Fulham match is scheduled to take place on February 25, 2025, at 7:30 PM local time (1:00 AM IST on February 26). Fans in India can watch the match live on JioHotstar, the official streaming platform for Premier League matches. Wolverhampton vs Fulham Head to Head Total Matches Wolves Wins Draws Fulham Wins 99 47 25 27 Wolverhampton vs Fulham Last 20 ...