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Women’s T20 World Cup 2024: South Africa puts Australia to sword, hammers defending champion to make final

Revenge is a dish best served cold. South Africa settled scores with Australia for that heartbreaking loss in the T20 World Cup final last year with a dominant eight-wicket thrashing of the defending champion in the first semifinal of the 2024 edition at the Dubai International Stadium on Thursday. The Proteas, bidding for their maiden world title, bullishly went about their chase of 135. Skipper…

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Australia vs Bangladesh-A Damp Squib for Bangladesh: AUSTRALIA beat BANGLADESH, won by 28 runs via DLS method. The much-anticipated clash between Australia and Bangladesh in the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup 2024 turned out to be a rain-affected affair, ultimately favoring the five-time champions. Australia vs Bangladesh witnessed a dominant bowling performance from the Aussies, followed by a solid batting display cut short by the weather, leading to a comfortable 28-run victory via the Duckworth-Lewis method (DLS).

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By Natasha Frost

Fans celebrated in central Melbourne this week after a national triumph: The Matildas, the Australian women’s soccer team, had defeated Canada, the reigning Olympic champion, 4-0.

It was a glorious victory after a dismal start to the Women’s World Cup for one of the two host teams. In Federation Square, Australians held up gold and green scarves and bellowed, “Up the Matildas!”

Two years earlier, the same city had seen a similar outpouring of support for the Australian women’s cricket team. Inside Melbourne Cricket Ground, more than 86,000 people had gathered to watch the final of the Women’s T20 World Cup, while 1.2 million people tuned in from elsewhere in Australia.

For Ellyse Perry, an Australian sporting legend who has represented the country in both the cricket and soccer World Cups, the 2020 match — the largest crowd ever to watch a women’s cricket match — was a milestone for women’s sports in Australia.

“It’s really now starting to become embedded in general society, and it’s commonplace,” she said. “We don’t think differently about it. It’s not an oddity any more.”

For as long as there have been sports in Australia, women have clamored to play and participate. What is believed to be the world’s first cycling race for women took place in Sydney in 1888; the country’s first golf championship, in 1894, was women only; and at the 1912 Olympics, Australian women won silver and gold in the first women’s Olympic freestyle race.

Yet even though Australian women’s sports have an extensive and proud history, only recently have they received significant mainstream support. A strong run in the World Cup — Australia will face Denmark in the round of 16 on Monday — was seen as an opportunity to change that, to cement the place of women’s sports in the country’s daily rhythms and conversation.

Australia’s win over Canada saved it from an early elimination, and sent it to a game against Denmark on Monday.Credit...Cameron Spencer/Getty Images

Sam Kerr, the Matildas star who is widely regarded as one of the best players in the world, said the impact of the tournament on women’s soccer was all but unimaginable.

“For years to come, this will be talked about — hopefully, decades to come,” she told reporters last month, citing an uptick in young boys and girls coming to women’s soccer games.

A longer view on the history of women’s sports in Australia involves many moments of triumph, but also times when able and enthusiastic sportswomen were simply shut out.

“There are peaks and troughs all the way through,” Marion Stell, a historian at the University of Queensland, said of women’s sports in Australia. “Women make advances — but then it goes away again. It’s never a smooth upward curve.”

Only in the past couple of decades had female athletes been able to make consistent strides on pay, opportunities and representation, she added. Today, half of all Australian girls play sports at least once a week, according to the Australian Sports Commission, compared with about 30 percent of girls in the United States.

“I don’t think anyone would have dreamed that it would happen so quickly,” Dr. Stell said. “On one hand, it’s been very slow. But on the other hand, when it happened, the floodgates just opened.”

Yet despite their enthusiasm, and their prodigious talent for bringing home Olympic medals, female athletes in Australia have, like their international peers, historically been sidelined, blocked or simply not taken seriously.

In 1980, women’s sports made up about 2 percent of print sports coverage in Australia. By 2009, women’s sports made up about 9 percent of television news coverage, according to a report from the Australian Sports Commission. But the balance appears to be shifting: A poll last year found that nearly 70 percent of Australians had watched more women’s sports since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic.

Fans watching the Australia-Ireland match in Melbourne on the World Cup’s opening night.Credit...Hannah Mckay/Reuters“A lot of it has been in line with the way that social perception has changed more broadly, in terms of how we perceive women’s role in society, and particularly the workplace,” said Perry, the sports star.

Dr. Stell, the historian, pointed further back. She saw the 1976 Montreal Olympics, where Australia failed to win a single gold medal, as a turning point. The country’s lackluster performance spurred a significant backlash in the Australian news media, which described the results as a “crisis for the government” and called for action for Australia to “regain its lost athletic potency.”

Women had historically been something of a golden goose for Australia at the Olympics, making up a minority of the country’s total athletes but often winning the majority of its medals. At the 1972 Games in Munich, for instance, 10 out of 17 Australian medals were won by women, even as they made up only about 17 percent of the team.

And so in 1981, Australia established the Australian Institute of Sport, a high-performance sports training center for both men and women that, for the first time, gave women the financial support to concentrate on their sports full-time — beginning with Australian rules football, basketball, gymnastics, netball, swimming, tennis, track and field and weight lifting.

That was followed a few years later by the Sex Discrimination Act, which prohibited discrimination on the basis of gender or sexuality.

“Those two things together might be some kind of watershed,” Dr. Stell said. “But not, I guess, in the public imagination — more in sporting women’s lives.”

The Australian Institute of Sport in Canberra, established in 1981.Credit...David James Bartho/Fairfax Media, via Getty Images

The facility offered dedicated training space to women in a variety of sports.Credit...Andrew Rankin/Fairfax Media, via Getty Images

Even after that, female athletes in most other sports often had no alternative but to play in a semiprofessional capacity. In the mid-1990s, as male Australian cricket players were on the cusp of striking over what they felt was inadequate remuneration, female players in the sport barely had their expenses covered, and often had to pay their own way to compete. Most juggled jobs and other commitments alongside their sports careers.

“How did it make me feel? I just wanted to play as much cricket as I possibly could,” said Belinda Clark, who was the captain of Australia’s World Cup-winning women’s cricket teams in 1997 and 2005.

She added: “We all structured our lives — our working lives and our personal lives — around being able to do that. That comes at a financial cost. We all accepted that.”

In recent decades, cricket has led the charge on fair pay for female athletes in Australia. While male cricketers still significantly out-earn their female counterparts, the majority of female players earn at least 100,000 Australian dollars, or $66,000. By comparison, female players of Australian rules football, rugby league, netball and professional soccer have a minimum salary of less than half of that — a source of ongoing tension since it is far below the country’s living wage.

Across all sports, perhaps the most important factor for female athletes was having women in positions of responsibility across journalism, management, coaching, umpiring and administration, Dr. Stell said.

In the early 1980s, Australian universities began to offer the country’s first sports management degrees. “That kind of allowed women to get a kind of professional qualification so that they could take the administration of sports off the kitchen table and make it more professional,” she said.

Belinda Clark next to statue of herself, with Quentin Bryce, the former governor general of Australia, at left.Credit...Brett Hemmings/Cricket Australia via Getty Images

Women are gradually becoming more visible as sports people in Australia. But it was not until earlier this year that a female cricket player was celebrated in statue form for the first time, though the country claims more than 70 statues of male players.

A bronze statue of Clark was unveiled at Sydney Cricket Ground in January; it is the first public statue of any female cricket player anywhere in the world. Representation of that kind sends a powerful message, especially to younger players, Clark said.

“What are the photos in the club? Who’s on the honor boards? What are we saying to the people that walk in this door?” she asked. “Are you part of this, or are you a guest or a visitor?

“It symbolizes that you’re actually part of it. You’re no longer coming, cap in hand, to beg for an opportunity.”

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[ad_1] South Africa and India captains ahead of the Women’s U-19 T20 World Cup Final (PC: T20WorldCup/X) The stage is set in Kuala Lumpur as India and South Africa gear up for the final of the second edition of the Women’s U19 T20 World Cup. Both teams have remained unbeaten throughout the tournament, promising an intense battle for the trophy. India, the defending champions, won the inaugural edition in South Africa, defeating England in the final under Shafali Verma’s captaincy. Now, under the leadership of Niki Prasad, they aim to retain the title. For South Africa, this is a golden opportunity to claim their maiden championship, and with the momentum they have built, they will be eager to seize the moment.  Journey so far India India have been absolutely dominant in their title defence so far! They started strong in the group stage, thrashing West Indies by nine wickets, Malaysia by 10 wickets, and Sri Lanka by 60 runs. India carried the momentum into the ‘Super Six’ stage, where they cruised past Bangladesh by eight wickets and demolished Scotland with a commanding 150-run victory. In the semi-final against England, India faced some early pressure but held their nerve to secure a massive nine-wicket win, sealing their spot in the final in an emphatic fashion. South Africa South Africa’s journey to the final has been solid, with a mix of dominant wins and rain-affected games. They started their campaign with a 22-run victory over New Zealand before thrashing Samoa by 10 wickets and securing a 41-run (DLS) win over Nigeria to advance to the ‘Super Six’ stage. Rain played a role in this phase, affecting both of their matches. They managed to defeat Ireland by seven wickets, while their game against the USA was abandoned. However, their points and net run rate were enough to seal a semi-final spot. South Africa team after their semi-final win (PC: T20WorldCup/X) In the semis, South Africa delivered their best performance of the tournament, knocking out tournament favourites Australia with a five-wicket win, showcasing their ability to rise to the occasion when it matters most. Previous meetings In the previous edition of the tournament, they met in the group stage, where India secured a seven-wicket win by successfully chasing a 167-run target at Willowmoore Park. Several players from both teams who participated in that match are part of this final as well. For India, Shabnam (0/20), Sonam Yadav (1/47), and Gongadi Trisha (15 off 11) featured in that game. On the South African side, Simone Lourens (61 off 44), skipper Kayla Reyneke (11 off 26), wicketkeeper Karabo Meso (19* off 11), Seshnie Naidu (1/32), and Nthabiseng Nini (0/26) were part of the playing XI. More recently, both teams clashed in a warm-up match at Bangi before this tournament. India once again emerged victorious, winning by six wickets (via DLS). South Africa batted first and posted 129/5 in 19.4 overs, with captain Reyneke leading the way with a 26-ball 47, including two fours and four sixes. For India, Shabnam, Parunika Sisodia, and Vaishnavi Sharma picked up a wicket each. In response, India reached 109/4 in 13.3 overs before rain intervened, and they were declared winners via the DLS method. Trisha top-scored with 32 off 20 balls, while Monalisa Legodi was the standout bowler for South Africa, taking two wickets.     For the Latest Sports News: Click Here Gongadi Trisha after smashing century against Scotland in the Women’s U19 T20 World Cup 2025 (PC: BCCI Women/X) Players to watch out for India India has been outstanding in all three departments throughout the tournament. Having played all their matches in Kuala Lumpur, they are well-acquainted with the conditions and pitch behaviour. Their familiarity with the venue is an added advantage, as they also won the Women’s U19 Asia Cup here in 2024, where their spinners and Trisha played a crucial role. Spin is expected to play a major role in the final, with Aayushi Shukla, Parunika, and Vaishnavi leading the charge.

Vaishnavi is the tournament’s leading wicket-taker, having claimed 15 wickets in five matches at an incredible economy of 2.83 (including a hattrick). Aayushi follows closely with 12 wickets in six games at an economy of 3.15. The pace duo of Shabnam and Joshitha VJ will also be key in providing early breakthroughs. In the batting department, India’s top order has been dominant. Trisha is currently the tournament’s leading run-scorer with 265 runs in six innings, averaging 66.25 with a strike rate of 149.71 (including a century). G Kamalini, who is third on the run-scoring charts with 135 runs in six innings, has stepped up with crucial performances in her last two knocks (51, 56*).  South Africa Skipper Reyneke has been leading from the front, making an impact with both bat and ball. She is currently the tournament’s third-highest wicket-taker with 10 wickets in five matches at an economy of 4.34. Her off-breaks will be crucial, especially on a surface that has assisted spin throughout the tournament. The pace duo of Monalisa and Nthabiseng Nini will also be key factors, having taken six wickets each so far. With the bat, Jemma Botha could be a threat to the Indian bowlers, given her attacking approach in the semifinal against Australia (37 off 24, SR 154.16). However, she struggled in the warm-up game against India, managing only a four-ball duck. The Proteas will be hoping she can replicate her semifinal heroics when it matters most.  Team India after their semi-final win (PC: T20WorldCup/X) Concerns India The only concern for them may be their middle order, which has not had enough game time in the middle throughout the tournament. In a high-pressure final, whether they are setting a target or chasing, if the in-form top order fails, the reaction of the middle-order batters will be crucial. So far, they have rarely been tested, losing just one wicket in three matches and two wickets in another. Their only real test came against Sri Lanka, where they lost nine wickets. South Africa They have played only the semi-final in Kuala Lumpur, whereas India have played all their matches there. This means the Proteas are less familiar with the conditions, having played the rest of their games in Kuching. Rain-affected matches also limited their batters’ opportunities to score big runs and build confidence. However, their composed chase of 106 runs in 18.1 overs against Australia in the semi-final will give them a huge boost. Ultimately, their bowlers will be key. If they do not step up, India might take control of the game with ease.     TRAILBLAZERS 3.0 (PC: File) India enter the final as favourites after their dominant performances throughout the tournament. However, South African cricket—both men’s and women’s—has seen a remarkable rise in the past few years. The senior women’s team reached the semi-finals of the 2022 ODI World Cup and finished as runners-up in the 2023 and 2024 T20 World Cups. Meanwhile, the men’s team made the semi-finals of the 2023 ODI World Cup and the final of the 2024 T20 World Cup. Despite coming close, they have yet to cross the finish line. Whether these young South African girls can finally break the jinx remains to be seen. Also Read: Women’s Under-19 T20 World Cup: How Mithali Raj’s advice indirectly helped Trisha The post Women’s U19 T20 World Cup 2025, Final: India on the cusp of winning successive trophies appeared first on Sports News Portal | Latest Sports Articles | Revsports. [ad_2] Source link

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[ad_1] South Africa and India captains ahead of the Women’s U-19 T20 World Cup Final (PC: T20WorldCup/X) The stage is set in Kuala Lumpur as India and South Africa gear up for the final of the second edition of the Women’s U19 T20 World Cup. Both teams have remained unbeaten throughout the tournament, promising an intense battle for the trophy. India, the defending champions, won the inaugural edition in South Africa, defeating England in the final under Shafali Verma’s captaincy. Now, under the leadership of Niki Prasad, they aim to retain the title. For South Africa, this is a golden opportunity to claim their maiden championship, and with the momentum they have built, they will be eager to seize the moment.  Journey so far India India have been absolutely dominant in their title defence so far! They started strong in the group stage, thrashing West Indies by nine wickets, Malaysia by 10 wickets, and Sri Lanka by 60 runs. India carried the momentum into the ‘Super Six’ stage, where they cruised past Bangladesh by eight wickets and demolished Scotland with a commanding 150-run victory. In the semi-final against England, India faced some early pressure but held their nerve to secure a massive nine-wicket win, sealing their spot in the final in an emphatic fashion. South Africa South Africa’s journey to the final has been solid, with a mix of dominant wins and rain-affected games. They started their campaign with a 22-run victory over New Zealand before thrashing Samoa by 10 wickets and securing a 41-run (DLS) win over Nigeria to advance to the ‘Super Six’ stage. Rain played a role in this phase, affecting both of their matches. They managed to defeat Ireland by seven wickets, while their game against the USA was abandoned. However, their points and net run rate were enough to seal a semi-final spot. South Africa team after their semi-final win (PC: T20WorldCup/X) In the semis, South Africa delivered their best performance of the tournament, knocking out tournament favourites Australia with a five-wicket win, showcasing their ability to rise to the occasion when it matters most. Previous meetings In the previous edition of the tournament, they met in the group stage, where India secured a seven-wicket win by successfully chasing a 167-run target at Willowmoore Park. Several players from both teams who participated in that match are part of this final as well. For India, Shabnam (0/20), Sonam Yadav (1/47), and Gongadi Trisha (15 off 11) featured in that game. On the South African side, Simone Lourens (61 off 44), skipper Kayla Reyneke (11 off 26), wicketkeeper Karabo Meso (19* off 11), Seshnie Naidu (1/32), and Nthabiseng Nini (0/26) were part of the playing XI. More recently, both teams clashed in a warm-up match at Bangi before this tournament. India once again emerged victorious, winning by six wickets (via DLS). South Africa batted first and posted 129/5 in 19.4 overs, with captain Reyneke leading the way with a 26-ball 47, including two fours and four sixes. For India, Shabnam, Parunika Sisodia, and Vaishnavi Sharma picked up a wicket each. In response, India reached 109/4 in 13.3 overs before rain intervened, and they were declared winners via the DLS method. Trisha top-scored with 32 off 20 balls, while Monalisa Legodi was the standout bowler for South Africa, taking two wickets.     For the Latest Sports News: Click Here Gongadi Trisha after smashing century against Scotland in the Women’s U19 T20 World Cup 2025 (PC: BCCI Women/X) Players to watch out for India India has been outstanding in all three departments throughout the tournament. Having played all their matches in Kuala Lumpur, they are well-acquainted with the conditions and pitch behaviour. Their familiarity with the venue is an added advantage, as they also won the Women’s U19 Asia Cup here in 2024, where their spinners and Trisha played a crucial role. Spin is expected to play a major role in the final, with Aayushi Shukla, Parunika, and Vaishnavi leading the charge.

Vaishnavi is the tournament’s leading wicket-taker, having claimed 15 wickets in five matches at an incredible economy of 2.83 (including a hattrick). Aayushi follows closely with 12 wickets in six games at an economy of 3.15. The pace duo of Shabnam and Joshitha VJ will also be key in providing early breakthroughs. In the batting department, India’s top order has been dominant. Trisha is currently the tournament’s leading run-scorer with 265 runs in six innings, averaging 66.25 with a strike rate of 149.71 (including a century). G Kamalini, who is third on the run-scoring charts with 135 runs in six innings, has stepped up with crucial performances in her last two knocks (51, 56*).  South Africa Skipper Reyneke has been leading from the front, making an impact with both bat and ball. She is currently the tournament’s third-highest wicket-taker with 10 wickets in five matches at an economy of 4.34. Her off-breaks will be crucial, especially on a surface that has assisted spin throughout the tournament. The pace duo of Monalisa and Nthabiseng Nini will also be key factors, having taken six wickets each so far. With the bat, Jemma Botha could be a threat to the Indian bowlers, given her attacking approach in the semifinal against Australia (37 off 24, SR 154.16). However, she struggled in the warm-up game against India, managing only a four-ball duck. The Proteas will be hoping she can replicate her semifinal heroics when it matters most.  Team India after their semi-final win (PC: T20WorldCup/X) Concerns India The only concern for them may be their middle order, which has not had enough game time in the middle throughout the tournament. In a high-pressure final, whether they are setting a target or chasing, if the in-form top order fails, the reaction of the middle-order batters will be crucial. So far, they have rarely been tested, losing just one wicket in three matches and two wickets in another. Their only real test came against Sri Lanka, where they lost nine wickets. South Africa They have played only the semi-final in Kuala Lumpur, whereas India have played all their matches there. This means the Proteas are less familiar with the conditions, having played the rest of their games in Kuching. Rain-affected matches also limited their batters’ opportunities to score big runs and build confidence. However, their composed chase of 106 runs in 18.1 overs against Australia in the semi-final will give them a huge boost. Ultimately, their bowlers will be key. If they do not step up, India might take control of the game with ease.     TRAILBLAZERS 3.0 (PC: File) India enter the final as favourites after their dominant performances throughout the tournament. However, South African cricket—both men’s and women’s—has seen a remarkable rise in the past few years. The senior women’s team reached the semi-finals of the 2022 ODI World Cup and finished as runners-up in the 2023 and 2024 T20 World Cups. Meanwhile, the men’s team made the semi-finals of the 2023 ODI World Cup and the final of the 2024 T20 World Cup. Despite coming close, they have yet to cross the finish line. Whether these young South African girls can finally break the jinx remains to be seen. Also Read: Women’s Under-19 T20 World Cup: How Mithali Raj’s advice indirectly helped Trisha The post Women’s U19 T20 World Cup 2025, Final: India on the cusp of winning successive trophies appeared first on Sports News Portal | Latest Sports Articles | Revsports. [ad_2] Source link

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U19 World Cup of 2025, last: distribution, broadcast, USA, USA, USA, Australia and other countries

The level is set for finsing finSale on U19 Female T20 World Cup 2025 as a protective champion, IndiaCheck against the on South Africa side. Both of the structure in the rest of the materials throughout the tour, arrive at this level and an incorrect report. India Authority under Niki Prasad Leader India, under the leadership of Niki prasadUnderstand the sum of snow and trick. Their campaign is…

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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 The finalists decided

The legendary cricket Ravi Shastri and Ricky Ponting have chosen India and Australia to reach the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final. Both India and Australia are Cricket’s forces with some excellent talents in both nations. The ODI format also fits their play style. India is the winners of the latest ICC title which was the T20 2024 World Cup. The ODI 2023 World Cup is the second-end ICC event…

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U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025, Final: Broadcast, Live Streaming details – When and where to watch in India, USA, UK, Australia & other countries

The stage is set for a thrilling finale in the U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 as the defending champions, India, face off against a formidable South African side. Both teams have been in scintillating form throughout the tournament, arriving at this point with an impeccable record of no losses. India’s dominance under Niki Prasad’s leadership India, under the leadership of Niki Prasad, has…

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Will Hitman of Cricket be able to make a comeback again?

The world knows Rohit Sharma, the captain of the ODI and Test team of the Indian cricket team, as Hitman. Rohit got this title when he played the biggest ODI innings of 264 runs against Sri Lanka in the year 2013. Rohit Sharma has scored 3 double centuries in ODI cricket. His biggest specialty is that whenever he scores a century, the world starts expecting 200 and 300 runs directly. He scored 19,398 international runs including 48/100s & 107/50s.

His T20I & ODI stats are far better than his test stats. He is the leading run scorer in T20I whereas everyone knows about his ODI form. He has almost 11,000 runs in ODIs but in tests, he made 4,301 runs in 116 innings. Especially since the Bangladesh series, his bat has been completely silent till now.

He became the full-time captain of India in the year 2021. Under his captaincy, India won the T20 World Cup of the year 2024. While India reached the 2023 World Cup final undefeated. Apart from this, India also reached the final of the 2023 World Test Championship under Rohit's captaincy. But after winning the World Cup in the year 2024, it seems as if the magic of Rohit's captaincy has been lost somewhere. Under his captaincy, India lost 2–0 in the ODI series against Sri Lanka. Then they lost the home Test series against New Zealand by 3–0, and recently they lost the Test series against Australia by 3–1. Now fans are criticizing him a lot. There is even a demand to remove him from captaincy.

The biggest problem is that his bat is completely silent at this time. He flopped badly in the Bangladesh, New Zealand and Australia series that took place after the World Cup. He even had to drop himself from the team. Rohit Sharma is now looking to get back his form. The Indian team is known for its comeback. 2 years earlier, when India lost the 2022 Asia Cup and 2022 World Cup, then the Indian team made a great comeback against Pakistan in Asia Cup 2023 and Rohit was the first man to change his approach. Once again Rohit is facing the same problem, the team's morale is down. Now India will play against England and then upcoming matches in the ICC Champions Trophy.

So will the Hitman be able to make a comeback once again by showing a new path to his team?

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ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Jasprit Bumrah Ordered Bed Rest as BCCI Blocks His Return

Champions Trophy 2025: The latest update on Jasprit Bumrah has raised serious concerns about his availability for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025. He sustained the back spasm after being over bowled in Australia during the recent Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25.

Jasprit Bumrah is currently under medical supervision after being advised to take bed rest at home. Following a grueling Test tour of Australia, the Indian pace spearhead returned home last week, but his condition remains alarming due to swelling in his back.

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Jasprit Bumrah under medical supervision, ICC Champions Trophy 2025 participation remains uncertain

Sources revealed that Bumrah is expected to report to the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. But there is no clarity on when he would visit the Centre of Excellence (CoE), putting his participation in the Champions Trophy 2025 in jeopardy.

However, Jasprit Bumrah is likely to visit the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru next week, but that totally depends on his progress. The sources further revealed that the medical experts have asked Bumrah for rest to allow the swelling to subside so that they would be able to determine the next steps for his recovery and treatment.

For now, the focus remains on ensuring the Indian pacer’s back muscles recover fully and swelling subsides before any further decisions are made regarding his fitness and future plans. However, if there is only swelling, then Bumrah might be available for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

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Jasprit Bumrah could go to the CoE next week: Report

A source close to the development was quoted as saying by Times of India: “Bumrah could go to the CoE next week, but right now there is no fixed date yet. He has been advised to have bed rest at home to help the muscles recover and the swelling to subside. Once that is done, the future course of action will be ascertained.”

As Bumrah is currently struggling with back swelling, Team India’s premier pacer won't be rushed back into the action. Given his history of back problems, the BCCI has been warned against rushing him back onto the cricket field.

It is being said that the exact cause of the swelling is still unclear, but if it's more serious than expected, his recovery might take longer, and he could miss the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 to be held in Pakistan and Dubai.

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BCCI faces tough decision as Jasprit Bumrah battles back swelling

The source further noted, “Bed rest doesn't sound good. I hope it's not a disc bulge or a muscle swelling that is of a higher grade. The approach has to be similar with him—wrap him in cotton wool and preserve the talent like him.”

So, now the Indian cricket team management and selectors are hoping that Jasprit Bumrah's back issue should be just limited to swelling, as a disc-related problem could further delay his return. With a packed calendar ahead, including the Champions Trophy 2025, IPL 2025, and India's England tour, carefully and patiently managing the Indian pacer’s recovery is crucial.

India is yet to finalize their provisional squad for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025, as the national selectors are waiting for the medical team’s report before taking a call on Bumrah’s inclusion in the 15-member squad. They are hoping to get a clear picture in the next couple of days.

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I was thinking about the omega bets, they start with Stu getting sent to the aus dressing room during the 2013/14 ashes, don't they? 😭 And they include major icc events, and bilateral test series, right?

So I was thinking, since VK is bonded so early in Omegaverse, he's obviously not available for the bets, since they begin properly after his marriage. Problem is though, India has lost a lot of ICC tournaments and bilaterals during that time 😫

2014 T20 WC- Lost the finals to Sri Lanka.

2017 Champions Trophy- Lost the finals to Pakistan

2021 World Test Championship- Lost the finals to New Zealand

2023 World Test Championship- Lost the finals to Australia.

2023 World Cup- Lost the finals to Australia.

And that's not counting all the test series we lost during that time 😭 Who do you think are the omegas who get bet here, especially after the ICC finals losses? Since VK is not there?

I’d honestly need to look at the squad lists and work out who the omegas are - it might be that the earlier stuff is still a staff member (if India don’t have another omega), but as soon as VK is bonded to Pat he’s seen as Pat’s property, so the BCCI would have no right to bet VK without Pat’s permission.

Whiiiich may come into play for the later series you’ve mentioned

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Neither Bradman nor Virat but this player is Best Batsman in the world ever

Cricket is considered one of the best sports in the world from its history till today. England is the father of cricket but nowadays it is popular all over the world, especially in Asian countries, its craze is different. Indian fans worship cricketers like Sachin, Dhoni, Gavaskar, Rohit, Kohli, Bumrah etc. But this does not happen only in India. Our neighboring countries Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Nepal and Bangladesh also do the same. But do you know why cricket is so popular in these countries? There are many great batsmen who came on the 22-yard pitch and created a different history. Cricket is considered a game of batsmen in the initial stages. Viv Richards, Sunil Gavaskar, Sir Gary Sobers, Javed Miandad, Inzamam-ul-Haq, Jacques Kallis, Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, Joe Root are considered one of the best players in the world of cricket. They earned fame all over the world with their game. Some are called the Don of Cricket, while some took the title of God of Cricket.  But if one has to choose the best batsman of this game, then a dilemma arises. It is very difficult to choose one among them but according to the opinion of some cricket experts, Sachin Tendulkar is considered the best batsman in the world because his statistics testify to this. 

Sachin Tendulkar played 24 years for his Nation. He made his debut for India in 1989 against Pakistan while he played his last international match in 2013. He scored 34357 International Runs including 100 hundreds across all formats. He is the first player of the planet who hits a double hundred in ODI Cricket. He Played six 50 Over World Cup and 4 Champions Trophy. The Man whose fans cover thousands of miles to just watch him. Because of him, Modern Era Great Virat Kohli, World Champion captain MS Dhoni, Rohit Sharma and many other players started playing cricket. Not only India, world cricket's greatest batsman Kane Williamson also started his cricket career by watching Sachin Tendulkar. Apart from this, there are many players around the world who got inspired by this great player.

Sachin Tendulkar scored 15921 test runs including 51 centuries and 68 fifties. He scored 18426 ODI runs including 49 centuries and 96 fifties. He also played a T20 match against South Africa. Talking about Sachin, he has scored runs everywhere. If we look at his  international stats, his average is 42 in Australia, 49 in England, 43 in New Zealand, 41 in South Africa, 50+ average in Asian conditions and 47 in West Indies. He is a true cricketer. There are many great players who have been successful in their careers because of him. If we look at the batting records book, except for 2-4 records, Sachin has made all the records in his name at some time or the other. Sachin had a different aura in his time. Bowlers knew that if Sachin settled down at the crease, India would never lose the match. The world's best bowlers Shane Warne, Wasim Akram, Shoaib Akhtar, Brett Lee, Muttiah Muraldharan, Chaminda Vaas, Shane Bond, Daniel Vettori, James Anderson, Abdul Qadir, Saqlain Mushtaq etc. have also witnessed Sachin's master class at one time or another and now all of them praise Sachin's innings. if we see his cricket highlights today, it seems that Sachin is still playing for India. 

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ICC Champions Trophy 2025: PCB Confident Rohit Sharma will Defy Government Orders and Visit Pakistan

Champions Trophy 2025: There is growing suspense surrounding whether Team India captain Rohit Sharma will travel to Pakistan for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 opening ceremony. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) remains hopeful that Rohit Sharma will attend the captains' photoshoot and pre-event press conference.

The opening ceremony of the event is set to take place on either February 16 or 17. The PCB is awaiting confirmation from the International Cricket Council regarding the schedule for the captains' photoshoot and press conference. All eight team captains are expected to attend the ceremony in Pakistan.

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Pakistan Hopeful of Rohit Sharma’s Visit for ICC Champions Trophy 2025

According to a PTI report, the Pakistan Cricket Board is hopeful that Rohit Sharma will attend the Champions Trophy event in Pakistan. The PCB has received the necessary government approvals to issue visas for all visiting captains, players, and team officials attending pre-tournament events.

"This obviously includes Rohit or any other Indian team player or official or board official," the source said.

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BCCI Yet to Issue Official Statement on Rohit Sharma's Visit to Pakistan

If it happens, it will mark the first time in over a decade that an active Indian cricketer visits Pakistan. According to ICC rules, all team captains must attend the opening ceremony of the Champions Trophy.

There were earlier speculations about Rohit traveling to Pakistan for the opening ceremony and captains' photoshoot. The discussions about his possible visit arose because India will not be playing any matches in Pakistan. However, the BCCI has not yet issued an official statement on the matter.

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Team India Set to Play Champions Trophy Matches in Dubai

The Indian national cricket team will play its Champions Trophy matches in Dubai rather than travel to Pakistan due to ongoing political tensions. The marquee tournament will be held under a hybrid model after the Indian government and the BCCI declined to send their team to Pakistan, citing security concerns.

Pakistan agreed to host all events by India from 2024-2027 at neutral venues. The eight-team tournament will run from February 19 to March 9, with matches taking place in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi, while all India-related games will be in Dubai. India and Pakistan will face each other in Dubai on February 23.

Former Pakistan batter Basit Ali urged Rohit Sharma to visit Pakistan for the Champions Trophy. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Basit expressed doubts about whether Rohit will attend the opening ceremony. He said that while Rohit might want to go, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) may prevent him.

"When the World Cup happened Babar Azam and Kane Williamson took a flight and went to Australia together. Will Rohit Sharma come to Pakistan? He should. He should come to the ICC event. I want him to come and he would have the wish to come too. Maybe he will give a reason that the ties with Pakistan are not good. Maybe the BCCI will give that reason," Basit said.

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ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Timing and Everything You Need to Know

The ICC Champions Trophy is one of the most exciting tournaments in the world of cricket, bringing together the best teams from around the globe to compete in a high-stakes competition. As we look forward to the 2025 edition, fans are buzzing with excitement. Whether you're planning to attend the matches or simply want to keep track of the action, here's everything you need to know about the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

What is the ICC Champions Trophy?

The ICC Champions Trophy is an international cricket tournament, originally known as the ICC KnockOut. It features the top cricketing nations from around the world, competing in a round-robin or knockout format depending on the number of teams involved. It's one of the most prestigious one-day international (ODI) tournaments, often referred to as the "mini World Cup."

The tournament typically features the world's best-performing teams, with the likes of India, Australia, Pakistan, South Africa, England, and others often battling it out for the coveted title.

When Will the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Take Place?

The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy will be held in India, starting on October 2025. The tournament is set to take place over a period of approximately two weeks. With the tournament happening in India, fans can expect an electric atmosphere, especially with the home team looking to reclaim their trophy.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Format

Unlike the ICC World Cup or ICC T20 World Cup, the Champions Trophy typically involves fewer teams. For the 2025 edition, we expect the tournament to feature 8 top-ranked teams in ODI cricket, competing for the crown. The format is likely to follow a round-robin or group stage followed by semi-finals and finals.

Expected Teams: The 8 teams will likely include:

India (Host)

Australia

England

Pakistan

South Africa

New Zealand

Sri Lanka

West Indies

The teams will battle it out across a series of high-intensity matches, with each team aiming to top their group and move forward to the knockout stages.

Where Will the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Be Played?

As the host nation, India will be the stage for all the action. While the exact venues have not been officially confirmed, we can expect some of the top stadiums in India to host the tournament, including:

Eden Gardens in Kolkata

Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai

Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad

M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore

Feroz Shah Kotla Ground in Delhi

India's cricket grounds are known for their electrifying crowds and passionate support, so the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy will undoubtedly be an unforgettable experience for players and fans alike.

How to Watch the ICC Champions Trophy 2025

For fans eager to catch every moment of the tournament, there will be multiple ways to follow the action:

Television Broadcasting: Leading sports networks like Star Sports in India, and other regional broadcasters, will likely cover the event. These channels will broadcast the matches live in various languages.

Online Streaming: Fans around the world will be able to stream the tournament via platforms like Disney+ Hotstar, ESPN, and others, offering live updates, match highlights, and exclusive content.

Social Media: Follow the official ICC Champions Trophy accounts and teams on platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook for live match updates, behind-the-scenes action, and player insights.

Ticket Information for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Ticket sales for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 are expected to begin closer to the start of the tournament. Cricket fans looking to attend matches in India can keep an eye on official channels for announcements on ticket sales. The tickets will likely be sold through:

The official ICC Champions Trophy website

Ticketing partners like BookMyShow or Paytm in India

Physical outlets across major cities

Given the massive popularity of cricket in India, it’s expected that tickets will sell out fast, especially for matches involving the Indian team.

Key Players to Watch in ICC Champions Trophy 2025

The tournament will feature some of the biggest names in cricket, and fans are eagerly anticipating the performances of key players. Some of the top cricketers to keep an eye on include:

Virat Kohli (India): Always a star in ICC tournaments, Kohli’s leadership and batting skills are expected to be crucial.

Babar Azam (Pakistan): Known for his consistency, Babar Azam will be one to watch, leading Pakistan’s charge in the tournament.

Steve Smith (Australia): A key figure in Australia’s batting line-up, Smith is expected to perform well under pressure.

Ben Stokes (England): England’s all-rounder has been instrumental in their ODI success, and the 2025 tournament will be no different.

Kagiso Rabada (South Africa): As one of the world’s best fast bowlers, Rabada’s performance will be critical for South Africa.

Emerging Stars: Alongside established players, expect some young guns like Shubman Gill (India), Rashid Khan (Afghanistan), and Shai Hope (West Indies) to make their mark in 2025.

Why Is the ICC Champions Trophy So Important?

The ICC Champions Trophy holds significant prestige in the cricket world. It’s often considered a "dress rehearsal" for larger events like the ICC Cricket World Cup. The format is fast-paced and competitive, and winning the Champions Trophy is a mark of excellence in both limited-overs cricket and the ability to perform under pressure.

For players, winning this tournament adds another feather in their cap, especially considering that it’s one of the few major ICC tournaments where only the best teams are invited. For fans, the Champions Trophy provides thrilling encounters and memorable moments, which continue to be discussed long after the tournament ends.

Conclusion

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 promises to be a thrilling event with high-quality cricket, fierce competition, and the best of the best battling for glory. With India as the host nation, the tournament is expected to deliver world-class matches at iconic venues across the country. As we approach October 2025, excitement will continue to build, and fans from around the world will be eagerly awaiting the chance to witness the action live.

Whether you’re attending, watching on TV, or streaming online, be sure to catch every moment of this exciting tournament that will undoubtedly shape the future of international cricket.

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[ad_1] Vaishnavi Sharma against Malaysia in the Women’s U19 T20 World Cup (PC: ICC) Vaishnavi Sharma’s incredible five-wicket haul, including a hat-trick, powered India to their second win in the ongoing Women’s U19 T20 World Cup in Kuala Lumpur. After dominating West Indies in the opener, India crushed Malaysia by 10 wickets to secure back-to-back victories. Vaishnavi was named Player of the Match and thanked her parents during the post-match presentation. She revealed that she had visualised this kind of performance before the game and was delighted to execute her plans successfully. Her strategy was simple: bowling wicket-to-wicket and adapting to the conditions, which helped her achieve LBW and bowled dismissals. Vaishnavi also shared that Radha Yadav, the senior Indian spinner, is her idol. In 2022, Vaishnavi was the leading wicket-taker in domestic cricket and received the Dalmiya Award for 2022-23 from the BCCI. She hails from the Gwalior-Chambal region and is the first female cricketer from the area to represent India in a World Cup. Before this tournament, she helped the Madhya Pradesh senior team win the Women’s Senior One-Day Trophy, claiming five wickets in three matches, including two in the final against Bengal. Her current teammate, Aayushi Shukla, was also part of that squad. For the Latest Sports News: Click Here Vaishnavi Sharma for team India in the Women’s U19 T20 World Cup (PC: ICC) After winning the toss, India’s captain Niki Prasad chose to bowl, confirming Vaishnavi’s inclusion in place of Sonam Yadav, who went wicketless in the last match. Niki opened the bowling with pacers Shabnam Shakil and Joshitha VJ. Joshitha struck first, and a run-out left Malaysia at 13/2 in four overs. The spin trio of Aayushi, Parunika Sisodia, and Vaishnavi then took over. Vaishnavi, on her debut, was outstanding. She finished with figures of five wickets for just five runs in four overs, including a maiden. Aayushi also impressed, taking three wickets for eight runs in 3.3 overs, while Parunika went wicketless in her three overs. Malaysia were bowled out for just 31 runs in 14.3 overs. The Indian spinners collectively picked up eight wickets for 18 runs in 10.3 overs. India’s openers, Gongadi Trisha (27* off 12) and G Kamalini (4* off 5), made quick work of the chase, finishing the match in just 2.5 overs. This marked the second-fastest chase in tournament history as India sealed a 10-wicket win. With this victory, the defending champions sit atop the table with four points and a superior net run rate of +9.148. Also Read: Mooney leads injury-hit Australia to victory in 1st T20I to retain Ashes The post Vaishnavi’s historic hat-Trick powers India to dominant victory in Women’s U19 T20 World Cup appeared first on Sports News Portal | Latest Sports Articles | Revsports. [ad_2] Source link

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[ad_1] Vaishnavi Sharma against Malaysia in the Women’s U19 T20 World Cup (PC: ICC) Vaishnavi Sharma’s incredible five-wicket haul, including a hat-trick, powered India to their second win in the ongoing Women’s U19 T20 World Cup in Kuala Lumpur. After dominating West Indies in the opener, India crushed Malaysia by 10 wickets to secure back-to-back victories. Vaishnavi was named Player of the Match and thanked her parents during the post-match presentation. She revealed that she had visualised this kind of performance before the game and was delighted to execute her plans successfully. Her strategy was simple: bowling wicket-to-wicket and adapting to the conditions, which helped her achieve LBW and bowled dismissals. Vaishnavi also shared that Radha Yadav, the senior Indian spinner, is her idol. In 2022, Vaishnavi was the leading wicket-taker in domestic cricket and received the Dalmiya Award for 2022-23 from the BCCI. She hails from the Gwalior-Chambal region and is the first female cricketer from the area to represent India in a World Cup. Before this tournament, she helped the Madhya Pradesh senior team win the Women’s Senior One-Day Trophy, claiming five wickets in three matches, including two in the final against Bengal. Her current teammate, Aayushi Shukla, was also part of that squad. For the Latest Sports News: Click Here Vaishnavi Sharma for team India in the Women’s U19 T20 World Cup (PC: ICC) After winning the toss, India’s captain Niki Prasad chose to bowl, confirming Vaishnavi’s inclusion in place of Sonam Yadav, who went wicketless in the last match. Niki opened the bowling with pacers Shabnam Shakil and Joshitha VJ. Joshitha struck first, and a run-out left Malaysia at 13/2 in four overs. The spin trio of Aayushi, Parunika Sisodia, and Vaishnavi then took over. Vaishnavi, on her debut, was outstanding. She finished with figures of five wickets for just five runs in four overs, including a maiden. Aayushi also impressed, taking three wickets for eight runs in 3.3 overs, while Parunika went wicketless in her three overs. Malaysia were bowled out for just 31 runs in 14.3 overs. The Indian spinners collectively picked up eight wickets for 18 runs in 10.3 overs. India’s openers, Gongadi Trisha (27* off 12) and G Kamalini (4* off 5), made quick work of the chase, finishing the match in just 2.5 overs. This marked the second-fastest chase in tournament history as India sealed a 10-wicket win. With this victory, the defending champions sit atop the table with four points and a superior net run rate of +9.148. Also Read: Mooney leads injury-hit Australia to victory in 1st T20I to retain Ashes The post Vaishnavi’s historic hat-Trick powers India to dominant victory in Women’s U19 T20 World Cup appeared first on Sports News Portal | Latest Sports Articles | Revsports. [ad_2] Source link