Anshul Gupta

Babar Azam scripts history for Pakistan, achieves unique century in international cricket

Babar Azam's innings was one of the driving forces behind the result which saw Pakistan fall 60 runs short of the target against New Zealand in the Champions Trophy opener in Karachi. Babar achieved a huge milestone in international cricket with the half-century but wasn't his more adored knock.

'Last time when we played against Bangladesh...': Kohli recalls fond memories ahead of CT opener

Virat Kohli is just 37 runs away from becoming only the third batter in ODI history to notch up the milestone of 14,000 runs in the format. Kohli will be keen to turn up for India in his favourite format as the Men in Blue look to repeat their heroics of the 2013 Champions Trophy-

Slowest fifties in Champions Trophy history

Why RCB picked Rajat Patidar as their new captain ahead of IPL 2025? Batting coach Karthik explains

Rajat Patidar was named the eighth captain for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in IPL history and only the second Indian in the last decade apart from Virat Kohli. RCB kick off their IPL 2025 campaign at the Eden Gardens against the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on March 22.

ICC Rankings: Shubman Gill becomes World No 1 batter in ODIs, ends Babar Azam's reign at the top

This is the second time Shubman Gill has surpassed Babar Azam to take the numero uno position in the ICC ODI rankings. Gill has been in supreme form for India in the format as he batted at No 3 and opened the innings against England but it didn't matter and will be key in Champions Trophy.

Worst captaincy record in Champions Trophy history

What are the key differences between Champions Trophy and ODI World Cup?

Chamari Athapaththu set to leave WPL midway for Sri Lanka's tour of New Zealand

UP Warriorz will be without their senior all-rounder Chamari Athapaththu for the latter stages of the Women's Premier League after the Sri Lankan captain was named in her side's squads for the ODIs and T20I series against New Zealand early next month.

Champions Trophy 2025: A look at jerseys of all 8 teams

Not England or Australia! Nasser picks teams who may challenge favourites India in Champions Trophy

Several teams including India, New Zealand, England, South Africa and Afghanistan have been hit by injury concerns ahead of the Champions Trophy but none more than Australia, with five first-choice players missing out, some due to injuries and a couple of them due to other reasons.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Live telecast: When and where to watch live on TV and streaming in India?

The Champions Trophy returns after an exile of eight years with the defending champions Pakistan set to host an ICC event after 29 years. The context is starkely different this time around with questions around the ODI format's relevance but the competition is expected to be fierce.

South Africa win their Champions Trophy warm-up match; Bangladesh lose in Dubai ahead of India clash

The Champions Trophy warm-up fixtures came to an end with South Africa winning their practice game against Pakistan Shaheens in Karachi while Bangladesh lost theirs in Dubai. The tournament is set to kick off in Karachi on Wednesday, February 19 with the hosts Pakistan taking on in-form New Zealand.

Injury blow hits NZ ahead of Champions Trophy game vs Pakistan, 30-year-old called up as replacement

The injury concerns keep rising for one team or the other ahead of the Champions Trophy and it is the second one for New Zealand, who have been in terrific form leading up to the 50-over ICC event. Lockie Ferguson was the latest one added to the list, which overall has increased to 10 now.

Why are West Indies and Sri Lanka not part of the Champions Trophy 2025?

London Spirit sign up Kane Williamson as captain for Hundred, Kiwi also set to represent Middlesex

This was the third direct overseas signing ahead of the 2025 edition of the Hundred, men or women. Kane Williamson after turning down a central contract from New Zealand, has started to go on the T20 freelance way but hasn't given up on red-ball cricket just yet.

5 highest individual scores in ODIs by openers at Dubai International Stadium, includes one Indian

Dubai International Cricket Stadium is probably the newest venue in the UAE but since it houses the ICC headquarters, it has started to host many more matches. As the men's ICC event returns to Dubai with India playing Champions Trophy matches, here's a look at a few of the big scores by openers-

Sachin Tendulkar vs Steve Smith - Statistical comparison after 205 innings in Tests

New Zealand captain Sophie Devine to miss white-ball series against Sri Lanka in March

New Zealand captain Sophie Devine is set to miss the white-ball matches against Sri Lanka at home next month. Devine pulled out midway through the Super Smash and also from the Women's Premier League where she was to feature for the defending champions RCB.

English finish for one month: Arshdeep pokes fun at Harshit during India's practice in Dubai - WATCH

After reaching Dubai on Saturday, February 15, the Indian team had its first practice session in the run-up to the Champions Trophy. The BCCI shared a video of the fun moments from the practice as the players put in hard yards before the tournament opener against Bangladesh.

'I was a missing piece for the WPL': Dottin leaves commentators in splits after good start for GG

Gujarat Giants after ending up on the wrong side of the result in the tournament opener against the defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), stormed back into the ongoing WPL with a splendid win against the UP Warriorz with skipper Ash Gardner and Deandra Dottin being the heroes.