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In a new step for developing leadership. Experienced fast bowler Shardul Thakur has been named captain of the West Zone team for the 2025 Duleep Trophy, Which starts on August 28. This decision was made by the zonal selectors on Thursday. It sets the stage for a tough and exciting tournament that kicks off the 2025-26 domestic season in India. Fans often call Thakur "Lord Shardul" because he performs well in tough situations. He has played in all formats for India and his leadership will bring a mix of calm and energy to the West Zone squad. West Zone has a mix of young talent and experienced players. Some key names in the squad are: Yashasvi Jaiswal - The left-handed batter is known for his exciting style and is making a name for himself. Shreyas Iyer - He's back after an injury and wants to prove himself for a place in the national team. Sarfaraz Khan - A top run-scorer in domestic cricket, he adds strength in the middle order. Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shams Mulani, and Tushar Deshpande also make up a solid group. Notably, older players like Ajinkya Rahane and Cheteshwar Pujara were left out. This might be a sign that the team is focusing more on younger players. As both have had trouble staying in the national setup. Shardul Thakur's captaincy is real and meaningful. He is known for his hard work and fight on the field. His strong performances in Tests. Especially in Australia and England, have made him a trusted player. In domestic cricket, his bold approach and smart thinking have worked well. His leadership will help players like Ashwin Kotian, Dharmendra Jadeja, and Shaunak Nagwaswala as they try to move up in the ranks. The Duleep Trophy is now more than just a local competition. It's a key event for players aiming to play red-ball cricket for India. Strong showings here often lead to selection in India A or even the senior team. The zonal format, which returned last season. Gives players a chance to play high-level cricket and represent

Even if the currently delayed Indian Premier League (IPL) season begins. Mitchell Starc, an Australian bowler for the Delhi Capitals (DC), is unlikely to make a comeback to India. The IPL, which was suspended for a week on Friday due to rising regional tensions between India and Pakistan. It is really expected to be skipped by the majority of the best Australian cricket players. The IPL could resume as early as May 16, according to sources close to the BCCI. Who informed NDTV on Sunday that the final would probably be moved from May 25 to May 30. Leading Australian cricket players arrived in their cities after the IPL was suspended. After landing in Sydney with his wife, Alyssa Healy, Starc declined to comment to the local press about the situation. However, if the tournament restarts, Starc might not go back to India, his management later told Australia's Nine News. Cricket Australia (CA) would back its players if they choose not to return for the IPL's resumption. According to The Age. Indian Premier League Australian cricketer Starc is not the only player whose IPL participation is under scrutiny. In order to prepare for the WTC final at Lord's beginning on June 11. Pat Cummins and Travis Head, whose Sunrisers Hyderabad squad is already eliminated from playoff contention, may decide to stay in Australia. Bringing back foreign players and support personnel who left India within 24 hours of the suspension is a logistical difficulty that further adds to the uncertainty. Cricket South Africa has not yet determined if its players may stay over the May 25 NOC deadline. While the majority of the New Zealand team has already left for home. Player safety is the top priority, and the CSA board is anticipated to discuss this on Sunday. This disruption has presented challenges as well as a benefit for teams like RCB. Rajat Patidar the captain was expected to miss two games after suffering a finger injury while fielding against CSK. Now, he has a valuable opportunity

Shubman Gill's exceptional play on the cricket field has earned him the title of ICC Player of the Month for February. This honor follows a string of outstanding performances, especially during the ICC Champions Trophy, where he was instrumental to India's campaign. Gill is a remarkable player who can score runs in a variety of formats, and his most recent accomplishments have cemented his place among the top batsmen in international cricket. After winning Player of the Tournament for his outstanding performance in the 2018 Under-19 Cricket World Cup, Gill's ascent to fame began. He has since kept up his impressive play in both national and international tournaments. His position as an important player for India has been further cemented by his recent performance, which included scoring an undefeated 101 in a pivotal Champions Trophy match against Bangladesh. In addition to highlighting Gill's increasing impact in the cricket community, this ICC Player of the Month award positions him for future success in the IPL and other international competitions. He is a key member of India's cricket squad and a fan favorite due to his reliable form and capacity to execute under stress.

The BCCI published a new schedule on Monday night, announcing that IPL 2025 will start on May 17 and finish on June 3. Bengaluru, Jaipur, Delhi, Lucknow, Mumbai, and Ahmedabad will host the remaining matches of the tournament. Which was temporarily halted on May 9 owing to cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan. The playoff locations will be revealed later. But the dates of the matches are as follows: May 29 for the first qualifier, May 30 for the eliminator, June 1 for the second qualifier, and June 3 for the final. Two doubleheaders, both on Sundays. Will be among the 17 games that will be played following the restart. 13 league games and the four playoff games are included in the updated schedule. This means that on May 24, in Jaipur. Which will serve as PBKS's temporary home base. The Punjab Kings (PBKS) vs. Delhi Capitals (DC) match that was called off midway through the first innings on May 8 in Dharamsala would be played again. Originally scheduled to take place on May 11 at their second home base of Dharamsala. PBKS will play the Mumbai Indians (MI) two days later. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will meet in Bengaluru in the match that will kick off the tournament on May 17. IPL 2025 Rajasthan Royals (RR) will play PBKS in the day match at 3.30 p.m. IST on May 18, and DC will play Gujarat Titans (GT) in the evening at 7.30 p.m. IST on the first of the two doubleheader days. The next Sunday, May 25, will see Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) play KKR in Delhi at 7:30 p.m. IST. While GT play Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Ahmedabad during the day. On May 27, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and RCB will play their final league match in Lucknow. Three teams PBKS, CSK, and SRH will no longer be able to play on their original home grounds as a result of the venue change. PBKS will consider themselves unlucky to have two of their home games at a neutral location. As CSK and SRH are eliminated from the playoff race. Prior to th

Ireland has revealed their team for the forthcoming home white-ball series against the West Indies, starting on May 21. Paul Stirling will remain the captain of the Ireland team in both T20Is and ODIs, with Lorcan Tucker appointed as his vice-captain. Mark Adair is a notable exclusion from the ODI squad as he is still recovering from an injury. However, he is anticipated to make his comeback for the T20Is. The squad selected by Ireland also includes three players who have yet to earn a cap. But could make their international debuts: Cade Carmichael (right-handed batter), Tom Mayes (fast bowler), and Liam McCarthy (fast bowler). Only the ODIs will feature Carmichael and Mayes. While McCarthy has been selected for both the ODI and T20I squads. Ben White and Ross Adair will be taking part only in the T20Is. The ODI squads do not include them. Ireland T20I & ODI Regarding the chosen teams, National Men's Selector Andrew White lauded the three players without caps for demonstrating their talent during last month's Ireland Wolves tour of the UAE and expressed hope that they would advance to a higher level of cricket. For several years now, Cade Carmichael has been in the pathway. In April, he showcased his talent, stroke play, and resilience for the Wolves. His ascent over the past few years shows how consistent performances and his ability to adapt his game to different conditions have led to an International call-up. Along the same lines, two seam bowlers Liam McCarthy and Tom Mayes have been acknowledged for their reliability and their capacity to elevate their performance. When needed both players contribute uniquely to the team: Mayes with his stature and precision, and McCarthy. Who adds a different dynamic to our offense and will certainly test the batters' techniques. The West Indies will compete in Ireland for the first time since 2019. The series will kick off on May 21 with three ODIs until May 25, followed by a three-match T20I series in June from the 12

CSK vs RR: Five-time IPL champion Chennai Super Kings and 2008 champion Rajasthan Royals will face off in a matchup between two teams already out of the running for the playoffs. The game will take place at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday. This is CSK's second-to-last game of the season; thus they will be looking to end it on a high note with straight wins. CSK was unsuccessful this season, winning only three of their last 12 games and finishing the competition in the lower half of the standings. Ayush Mhatre and Dewald Brevis, two young players who have taken advantage of their limited opportunities, have still developed as promising. The Rajasthan Royals, meanwhile, are focused on winning their last game to cap off their IPL career. The Royals, led by captain Sanju Samson, are keen to make amends for their most recent loss to the Punjab Kings and to please their supporters with a solid showing. Rajasthan will want to repeat their victory over CSK in this match after winning their previous meeting. IPL 2025 Match Schedule Match: CSK vs RR Date: Tuesday, May 20 Time: 7:30 PM IST Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi Captain (CSK): MS Dhoni Captain (RR): Sanju Samson CSK vs RR Head-to-Head In the IPL, the Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals have faced one another 31 times. CSK has won sixteen of these meetings, while RR has won fifteen of them. No matches with no outcome have been found. The Rajasthan Royals won their most recent encounter by a margin of six runs in March 2025. CSK vs RR IPL 2025 Prediction: Who will Win? Since both teams are already eliminated from the playoffs, the only thing at risk in this matchup is pride. Ayush Mhatre and Dewald Brevis are two young players who have shown promise, so the Chennai Super Kings will want to build on their recent victory and give their supporters something to celebrate. The Rajasthan Royals, meanwhile, would want to finish their campaign with a bang following a disheartening defeat to the P

MI vs KKR Prediction: On Monday, March 31, the Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders will square off in a crucial IPL 2025 match. The Paltans are coming off two losses and are playing their first home game of the season. In their most recent match against the Rajasthan Royals, KKR earned their first points, and they will be looking to extend their winning run. Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders Schedule Date: March 31, 2025 Time: 7:30 PM IST Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai Head-to-Head Record In the past, the Mumbai Indians have controlled this rivalry. MI has won 23 of the 34 games played, whereas KKR has won 11. Mumbai Indians has an incredible record versus KKR in the Wankhede Stadium, having won eight of nine games. MI vs KKR Prediction: Who Will Win Today? In order to disrupt MI's rhythm during the powerplay and middle overs, players like Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine may be essential. The loss of Jasprit Bumrah is yet another significant setback for the Paltans, who have already been greatly missed. Although the KKR team appears to be a more well-rounded team, MI is a different animal at home. On paper, MI is superior, especially at home, but with KKR's recent victory at Wankhede and their momentum, this match might be tight. Last season, the Knights beat them twice, and Ajinkya Rahane, a Mumbaikar who leads the reigning champs, would like to do it again. MI vs KKR Who Will Win: Kolkata Knight Riders Pitch Report: In general, the Mumbai Wankhede Stadium's pitch is thought to be batting-friendly, particularly in limited-overs forms like T20. Because of the surface's good bounce and carry and general flatness, players can play their shots. Weather Report: There will be clean weather in Mumbai, IN during the game. On match day, the temperature is predicted to be approximately 31°C with a 62% humidity level and a wind speed of 17.5 km/h. The visibility is 10 kilometers. Precipitation is unlikely to occur throughout the game. MI vs KKR Pre

Following the first two Twenty20 Internationals against Australia at his home stadium, Sabina Park in Jamaica, West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell will announce his retirement from international cricket. Russell, 37, presently has 84 caps and has only played in T20Is since 2019. He will retire seven months before the next T20 World Cup, which will take place in February 2026 in India and Sri Lanka. In addition, he played 56 ODIs and one Test. There are no words to describe what that meant. "One of the proudest achievements of my life has been representing the West Indies," Russell stated. I never imagined I would reach this level when I was younger, but the more you play and develop a passion for the sport, the more you realize what you are capable of. I wanted to make an impression in the maroon colors and serve as an inspiration to others, so this motivated me to improve. In addition to performing for the West Indies, I enjoy performing at home in front of my loved ones, which allows me to show off my skills and give better performances. I want to be a role model for the upcoming generation of Caribbean cricket players and end my international career on a strong note. Russell will leave international cricket in less than two months, making him the second well-known West Indies player to do so after Nicholas Pooran. It is believed that Russell's announcement caught the West Indies' selectors off guard. In 2012, Russell was a member of the West Indies team that won the T20 World Cup. In 2016, he took the new ball and got rid of Alex Hales in the second over in Kolkata. According to coach Daren Sammy, Andre has always been a hard competitor and the epitome of professionalism. His will to compete and win for the West Indies has never faltered. Whether I was captaining him or am currently coaching him. I hope he continues to inspire future generations and wish him luck on his next journey. Andre Russell Russell will be replaced by Matthew Forde in the roster f

In a significant move ahead of the Andhra Premier League (APL) 2025 season. Dynamic all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy has been named the captain of the Bhimavaram Bulls. The announcement was made on July 17. Sending waves of excitement among fans of Andhra cricket and followers of the domestic T20 scene. Reddy has already garnered media attention for his outstanding domestic and international cricket performances. He is going to guide the Bulls into the APL's fourth season. August 8-August 24, 2025 is the planned occurrence date at the Visakhapatnam-based Dr. YSR ACA-VDCA Stadium. Rising Star Takes Charge - Nitish Kumar Reddy Nitish Kumar Reddy has rapidly climbed the cricketing ladder, with impressive displays across formats. His leadership appointment reflects the franchise's vision to build a team around a young, aggressive, and tactically aware cricketer. Known for his ability to contribute with both bat and ball. Reddy's all-round skills are expected to bring a perfect balance to the Bulls' strategy. In 2024, he made his Test debut for India and delivered standout performances in T20 Internationals, showcasing maturity beyond his years. He is currently among the most promising cricket players coming out of Andhra Pradesh based on his career thus far. Bhimavaram Bulls - A Team Reimagined The Bhimavaram Bulls have also unveiled a strong 20-player squad for APL 2025 .With a mix of experienced campaigners and exciting youngsters. The team looks well-equipped to challenge for the title this season. Key players alongside Reddy include Satyanarayan Raju, Hari Shankar Reddy, and Pinniti Tejaswi, among others. This season, the Bulls are expected to adopt a fearless brand of cricket. Nitish Kumar Reddy bringing his aggressive mindset and calm leadership to the forefront. APL 2025: Bigger, Bolder, Better The Andhra Premier League has grown in popularity over the years and the 2025. Edition is set to feature seven teams for the first time, up from six

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the defending champions, have kept the majority of its championship core in an effort to duplicate their performance in the 2025 Indian Premier League. After probably the most successful season in IPL history in 2024, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are the defending champions going into the 2025 season. The majority of KKR's championship-winning core has survived the challenge of their big auction. But there have also been certain major changes. Instead of sporting purple, Gautam Gambhir now dons blue. The team's Indian core was fostered in large part by Abhishek Nayar. Most significantly, even if the position of captain has been given to competent individuals, it is not someone who fits the KKR mold. Strengths: Varun Chakravarthy's amazing purple patch is much of KKR's greatest strength. Every time he takes up the ball, the mystery spinner appears to have a hint of gold and is in the best form of his life. Despite his age of 33 and Sunil Narine's age of 36, together they constitute the team with the strongest pedigree in terms of spin attack. What is KKR's other strong suit? Ramandeep Singh, Andre Russell, and Rinku Singh are the three Rs. There are already two of these in place. KKR may have the greatest lower-middle order in the tournament, though, especially when you include the rapidly improving Ramandeep. Kolkata Knight Riders Weakness: Although the Knight Riders have been able to retain the majority of its core, there are still significant gaps left by the departing members. Despite having terrible roles in their championship victory, Phil Salt, Shreyas Iyer, and Mitchell Starc are no longer present. Shreyas remained unblemished in every run chase in 2024, Salt made sure that KKR had a dependable opener at last, and Starc performed excellently when it counted most. Although Spencer Johnson, Ajinkya Rahane, and Quinton de Kock are not slouches. Their T20I pedigree and form appear to have slightly declined. Particularly

On Wednesday, May 14, South Africa's Gerald Coetzee and England's Jos Buttler will return to the Gujarat Titans squad in preparation for the May 17 start of the IPL 2025. Due to cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan, the IPL was postponed for a week on May 9; they were the only two foreign players from the GT squad to depart India. Kagiso Rabada, Karim Janat, Sherfane Rutherford, and Rashid Khan, their other foreign players, had remained in India with the rest of the team. However, Rutherford was selected for the West Indies ODI team for the May 29-June 3 series in England, which will conflict with the 2025 IPL playoffs. Buttler may miss the playoffs since he was included in England's white-ball teams. Following the team release on Tuesday, an ECB spokeswoman stated, "We're keen to support the IPL and the BCCI in getting the schedule up and running, and to facilitate players' return should they choose to go back." With three games remaining in the league phase, GT leads the points table with 16 points, ahead of Royal Challengers Bengaluru on net run rate. When the ceasefire between the two nations was declared on May 10, they became the first team to start practicing again, opening the door for the IPL to begin. Their league round concludes with two home games in Ahmedabad, against the Chennai Super Kings on May 25 and the Lucknow Super Giants on May 22. Their next game is against the Delhi Capitals at Delhi on May 18. The IPL released the updated schedule for the rest of the season on Monday. In addition to the four playoff games, there are still 13 regular games left. Six locations Delhi, Jaipur, Lucknow, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, and Bengaluru will host the remaining league games; the playoff locations have not yet been revealed. Qualifier 1 will take place on May 29, the Eliminator on May 30, Qualifier 2 on June 1, and the final on June 3.

Match Overview: In Match 27 of the ongoing IPL 2025, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will play Punjab Kings (PBKS) at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Saturday, April 12. Interestingly, both teams' season-long fortunes have been very different. One of the favorites to win the table, SRH, hasn't had a memorable season thus far. They've dropped their last four games after thrashing 286 in their season opener. They have scored 163, 120, and 152 in their last three games, demonstrating the failure of their too aggressive batting approach. Ishan Kishan hasn't been playing at his best, and Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma have had trouble getting out to a strong start. The team has the highest bowling average (41.47) and the worst economy (10.73) in the league, which hasn't helped either. In addition, the absence of a good spinner still plagues them, and captain Pat Cummins has been costly with the ball. After defeating CSK by a commanding 18 runs, PBKS will enter this match in fourth place with three victories from their last four games. Every game, a new match-winner steps up, and their batting unit is thriving. Although prominent players like Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis haven't made significant contributions, Punjab has been a talented team. SRH vs PBKS Match Details: Match: IPL 2025: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs. Punjab Kings, Match 27 Date & Time: Saturday, April 12, 2025, 7:30 PM (IST) Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Uppal, Hyderabad Live Streaming: JioHotstar Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium Pitch Report: This season, Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium has mainly been a batting haven. However, in their last three games, SRH's scores have decreased. It is one of the IPL's highest-scoring grounds, with an average first-inning score of 213 over the last ten games. Sixty percent of the games have been won by teams that bat first. Even if the most recent game was low-scoring, this is probably an outlier. It is expected that the w

Recently, Kane Williamson became the second-fastest player to amass 7000 runs, marking a huge milestone in his ODI career. In the tri-series, which also includes Pakistan, this achievement was made during a game versus South Africa. Williamson led New Zealand to a six-wicket victory and guaranteed their spot in the tri-series final with an undefeated 133 off 113 balls. After five and a half years, this was also his first ODI century. In his 159th innings, Williamson surpassed Sachin Tendulkar (189 innings) and Virat Kohli (161 innings) to reach the 7000-run milestone. In just 150 innings, Hashim Amla became the fastest player to reach this milestone. Williamson had previously scored 6868 runs in 158 innings before the match against South Africa, and he needed another 132 runs to surpass 7000. Fastest to 7000 ODI Runs: 1. Hashim Amla: 150 innings 2. Kane Williamson: 159 innings 3. ViratKohli: 161 innings 4. AB de Villiers: 166 innings 5. SouravGanguly: 174 innings This success is just one of Williamson's many records. The New Zealander who reached 6000 ODI runs the quickest was him. By November 2024, Williamson had surpassed 9000 Test runs, making him the first batsman from New Zealand to do so. In addition, he has guided New Zealand to triumphs and won player of the tournament at the 2019 World Cup. Williamson also holds the record for the third-most runs scored during an IPL season while serving as captain.