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Bangladesh’s Legend Mahmudullah retires from International Cricket:

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      Mahmudullah retires from International Cricket Bangladesh cricket has witnessed the end of an era as legend allrounder Mahmudullah Riyad announced his retirement from international cricket. The 39 year old who had already retired  from Test cricket in 2021 and T20Is in 2024 made his final decision public on Wednesday night.   Mahmudullah shared an emotional message on social media thanking his teammates, coaches, and fans for their unconditional support. He expressed gratitude to his family especially to his brother who played a cruicial role in his career.   His announcement triggered an powerful response from  the fans and former players  like Mashrafe  Mortaza, Tamim Iqbal, Mushfiqur Rahim and Shakib Al Hasan shared heartfelt messages recalling the impact  of Mahmudullah had on Bangladesh cricket.   Mahmudullah’s career   Mahmudullah played 239 One Day Internationals ODIs scoring 5689 runs, including four centuries and 32 half centuries. He also contributed with the ball  taking 82 wickets. He remains the fourth highest run-scorer for Bangladesh in ODIs  behind Tamim Iqbal, Mushfiqur Rahim and Shakib Al Hasan.    His great achievement was his century in the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup making him the first Bangladeshi player to achieve this record. His performances in ICC tournaments made him a big match player and he played a crucial role in Bangladesh’s success on the world stage.   Tributes from Teammates   Mashrafe  Mortaza who the captain of Mahmudullah for a long time  praised his contributions beyond the numbers, highlighting his ability  and commitment to the team. You are much more than the numbers next to your name. Your performances in Adelaide and Cardiff will always be remembered, said Mashrafe.   Tamim Iqbal called him one of the pillars of Bangladesh cricket  while Mushfiqur Rahim said it was an honor to share the field with him. Shakib Al Hasan despite being less active on social media  also paid tribute, saying Mahmudullah was a role model both on and off the field.   Younger players like Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Towhid Hridoy shared personal memories of Mahmudullah’s guidance and support. Taskin Ahmed described him as an inspiration for new generation while Litton Das and Tanzid Hasan thanked him for his mentorship.   A warm Goodbye:   Mahmudullah’s retirement is one of the best players departure which will be recall for years Despite a below-par performance in his final tournament, his legacy remains unbroken. His ability to deliver in crucial matches  and his calm presence on the field made him a valuable asset to the team.   As he steps away from international cricket his fans and teammates will remember him for years for his contributions to the Bangladeshi team. Bangladesh cricket will surely miss him but his influence will continue to inspire future generations.   Best wishes to Mahmudullah Riyad for his post retirement journey! Also Read ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Concludes

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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Concludes with Mixed Reactions: Tournament Overview and Summary

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ICC Champions Trophy is  ICC’s 2nd biggest tournament after the World Cup in ODIs format comes to an end with mixed reactions and feelings. India become champions after defeating New Zealand in a Thrilling final at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, in Dubai. While the tournament showed thrilling cricket, and high-class performances by players with bat and ball. Tournament Overview: The top eight teams took part in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, held in Pakistan and Dubai due to geopolitical issues between India and Pakistan The ICC adopted a “hybrid model” this model was criticized and disrupted the tournament schedule and raised questions about fairness. India showed a dominant performance throughout the tournament remaining unbeaten and displayed strong batting and bowling actions. In the finals, New Zealand set the target of 252 runs with the help of Daryl Mitchell’s 63 runs and Michael Bracewell’s 53*. India’s spinners played an important role especially Kuldeep and V. Chakaravarthy in restricting New Zealand to a low total.  Chasing a low total Indian captain Rohit Sharma’s quick 76 runs made it easy for the Indian batters to chase it down. Rohit Sharma was declared Man of the Match and Rachin Ravindra was given Man of the Tournament. Mixed reactions: Mixed reaction was seen during and after the end of the tournament. Overall, overall event faced criticism due to the hybrid model which affected the schedule and lack of enthusiasm in the host nation Pakistan, and criticism was also on last-minute preparation of stadiums. New Zealand’s captain Mitchell Santner expressed pride in his team’s journey to the final but accepted that the team does not hold its nerve again in the tournament decider. This is New Zealand’s fourth loss in the white ball finals over the past decade.  In summary, while the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 showed high-quality cricket and concluded with India’s historic win, due to the  ICC’s “hybrid model” and other external issues Tournament faces mixed reactions and criticism.

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India Wins Champions Trophy 2025

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      India wins… India has once again proved its dominance in cricket by winning the Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai. The team remained unbeaten throughout the tournament  making this victory even more special. The celebrations began as Rohit Sharma lifted the trophy with a big smile surrounded by his jubilant teammates. Fireworks shines up the Dubai and the whole team is dancing around the stadium. The stadium DJ played Chak De India and spectators also singing the song Chak De India Players like Shreyas Iyer and Harshit Rana showed their happiness through their dance moves.     The Final Match Recap     India’s chase started strong with Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill’s    105 run opening partnership. However, New Zealand fought back  taking three quick wickets with their spinners tightening the game. But Axar Patel and Shreyas Iyer stayed there preventing further damage. When New Zealand seemed to regain control KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya guided India towards victory  before Ravindra Jadeja hit the winning runs. This marked India’s third Champions Trophy title and their second consecutive ICC tournament win after the T20 World Cup in 2024.     New Zealand, despite missing one of their key bowler Matt Henry put up a great fight. Their captain Mitchell Santner  said  that India was the better team on the day but also  praised his team’s efforts. He highlighted how his players stepped up throughout the tournament and believed that New Zealand had a bright future in international cricket. Rachin Ravindra named Player of the Tournament expressed mixed emotions proud of his performance but disappointed not to lift the trophy.     Post-Match Reactions     Rohit Sharma  awarded Player of the Match spoke about his aggressive approach  saying it was something he wanted to adapt over the years. He credited the depth of India’s batting lineup for allowing him to take risks and attack early. Virat Kohli  says how young players have taken the team forward, making India stronger. He praised New Zealand’s discipline and sportsmanship  giving a special mention to his good friend  Kane Williamson.     Other players shared their joy:    Shubman Gill; enjoyed watching Rohit Sharma’s batting .   Hardik Pandya  felt satisfied after missing out in 2017 and was happy to finish the job this time.   Shreyas Iyer  celebrating his first ICC title  called it a dream come true.   Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy credited the team’s planning and execution for their success.     India remmains Consistent in ICC Tournaments     This victory shows India’s incredible consistency in recent ICC tournaments. After coming close in 2022 and 2023 but falling short  they bounced back to win both the 2024 T20 World Cup and now the  2025 Champions Trophy . Under Rohit Sharma’s leadership, the team has improved with each tournament.     The celebrations are set to continue for a long time as India claimed in another historic victory. Fans, players and support staff all played their part in making this a memorable campaign. India is once again on top of world cricket!

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Will Rohit Sharma Retire After Champions Trophy? Gill’s Answer Surprises Everyone

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  People are wondering if Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will stop playing One Day International (ODI) cricket after the Champions Trophy. Some believe that if India wins Champions Trophy 2025  one or both of them might retire.   But Shubman Gill, the vice-captain of the team said that no one in the Indian team is talking about their retirement. There is no discussion about it in the team right now he said before the big final against New Zealand on Sunday.   Gill is happy to be part of such a strong batting team. He said that since Rohit is one of the best openers and Virat is a great player, the team can play freely because they have many good batters.   Talking about the final match, Gill said the team is excited. He remembers how they lost the last ODI World Cup to Australia but is hopeful that this time they will win.   He also said that the team that handles the pressure better will win. “Finals are always tough, but we just have to play like it’s a normal match. We have played well in this tournament, so we are not feeling extra pressure.”  

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Sunrisers Hyderabad IPL 2025: Full Schedule, Squad, and Fixtures;

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  The Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) are set to begin their IPL 2025 journey with high hopes after finishing as runners up in the previous season. Under the leadership of Australian test captain Pat Cummins SRH has a good and balanced squad  featuring top players like Mohammad Shami and Ishan Kishan. The team will start their campaign against Rajasthan Royals on March 23 at their home ground the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.   Sunrisers Hyderabad IPL 2025 Full Schedule  SRH will play 14 league matches 7 at home and 7 at other venues. Some of their most anticipated matches include  against Mumbai Indians  Chennai Super Kings  and Royal Challengers Bangalore.   SRH Match Fixtures & Venues  March 23 (Sunday): SRH vs Rajasthan Royals – Hyderabad   March 27 (Thursday): SRH vs Lucknow Super Giants – Hyderabad   March 30 (Sunday): Delhi Capitals vs SRH – Vizag   April 3 (Thursday): Kolkata Knight Riders vs SRH – Kolkata   April 6 (Sunday): SRH vs Gujarat Titans – Hyderabad   April 12 (Saturday): SRH vs Punjab Kings – Hyderabad   April 17 (Thursday): Mumbai Indians vs SRH – Mumbai   April 23 (Wednesday):  SRH vs Mumbai Indians – Hyderabad   April 25 (Friday):   Chennai Super Kings vs SRH – Chennai   May 2 (Friday):   Gujarat Titans vs SRH – Ahmedabad   May 5 (Monday):   SRH vs Delhi Capitals – Hyderabad   May 10 (Saturday):   SRH vs Kolkata Knight Riders – Hyderabad   May 13 (Tuesday):   Royal Challengers Bangalore vs SRH – Bengaluru   May 18 (Sunday):   Lucknow Super Giants vs SRH – Lucknow   Sunrisers Hyderabad Squad for IPL 2025   SRH has made changes in their squad with key key players making them one of the most balanced teams this season.   Full Squad List  Batsmen & All-rounders: Abhishek Sharma, Nitish Reddy, Travis Head, Heinrich Klaasen, Atharva Taide, Kamindu Mendis, Aniket Verma, Sachin Baby   Bowlers:   Mohammad Shami, Harshal Patel, Rahul Chahar, Adam Zampa, Simarjeet Singh, Zeeshan Ansari, Jaydev Unadkat, Eshan Malinga   Wicketkeepers: Ishan Kishan, Heinrich Klaasen   Captain: Pat Cummins   Recent Replacement  – Wiaan Mulder replaced the injured Brydon Carse.   Playoff and Final The IPL 2025 playoffs will take place from May 20 to May 25. The first Qualifier and the Eliminator will be hosted in Hyderabad, while the second Qualifier and the grand final will be held at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on May 25.   Can SRH Win Their Second IPL Title?  After loosing  the chance to win the trophy last season Sunrisers Hyderabad is commited  to put extra effort this year. With a solid squad, strong leadership they are among the top candidates  for IPL 2025. Fans are eagerly waitaing as they chase their second title since their victory in 2016.   Stay tuned for live updates and match analysis throughout the tournament!

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India vs New Zealand: ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Final

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The stage is all set for an exciting ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final between India and New Zealand on Sunday March 9  in Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Both teams  have showed  exceptional  perfomances in the tournament and will be looking to lift the Champions  trophy. While India is considered the favorite  New Zealand has all the ability  to make this final a tough contest. Why India is worried about New Zealand as opponent; New Zealand is a well balanced team with strong spin options  pace attack  excelent  fielding  and deep batting. Let us see the key factors that make them a tough opponent for India. Spinners of New Zealand; New Zealand’s spin attack is one of the best in this tournament. Led by left arm spinner Mitchell Santner  they have additional quality spin options in Michael Bracewell Glenn Phillips, and Rachin Ravindra. This variety allows them to cotrol different situations  making it challenging for Indian batsmen to score runs. India also handled their spinners well in the group stage matches.  Balanced Pace Attack The Kiwi pacers surprised India with their ability to move the ball in early overs. Unlike India’s other matches in Dubai  where seam movement was not seen so much. New Zealand’s tall pacers generated swing and extra bounce caused trouble for indian top order batters in the group stage match. If they  repeat this in the final  India’s batsmen will have to find a way to counter their disciplined bowling. Excelent  Fielding Skills New Zealand’s fielding was outstanding throughout the tournament. Their ability to save 30-40 runs and convert half chances into wickets could be alarming . Glenn Phillips  Will Young  and Michael Bracewell have been Exceptional  in the field so far They apply extra pressure to the opponent by cutting singles and taking exclent catches. India will have to be cautious in running between the wickets to avoid unnecessary runouts. Batting of New Zealand Just like India  New Zealand has a strong batting lineup in  Dubai conditions. Their top three Rachin Ravindra, Will Young and Kane Williamson are capable of providing solid starts  while Tom Latham Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips can accelerate in the middle overs. India’s spinners dominated the last group match but New Zealand’s middle order battesman are capable  to handle spin. A Clash with memorable history; This is the first time after 25 years when India and New Zealand will be playing in the final of Champions Trophy. They played last betwenn each other in the 2000 Champions Trophy final where New Zealand claimed their first ICC title by defeating India. More recently New Zealand took victory over India in the 2021 ICC World Test Championship final. This may add an extra pressure to indian side. Pitch and Conditions at Dubai; The Dubai pitch has played slower in the last three games india played here, favoring spin bowlers. However the final is expected to be played on a new surface which could lead to better batting conditions. If the pitch behaves slower  spinners will play a crucial role in deciding the result of the match. The dew factor has not had much impact so previous three games which means batting second might still be a challenge. What to Expect in the Final  India’s strategy will be to attack  New Zealand’s bowlers and setting up a strong total.  New Zealand will look to take adavantage of early movement with their pacers and control the middle overs with their spinners. Fielding will play a key role as both teams have good fielders who can turn the game around with their fielding. As the cricket lovers and indian fans are eagarly waiting for  this thrilling contest one thing is certain the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final between India and New Zealand will be a battle of skill  strategy  and nerves. Fans from both nations are set for an unforgettable game as their teams fight for glory on the big stage.

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Kolkata Knight Riders IPL 2025: Full Schedule Squad and Fixtures:

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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set to begin on March 22, and defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will start their campaign with their first match at Eden Gardens Kolkata, against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. KKR’s Previous performacne and changes made in this season:  KKR won their third IPL title in 2024  ending a decade long wait after their previous wins in 2012 and 2014. However, for the 2025 season  the team has made some major changes. Former captain Shreyas Iyer has seprated from the KKR and team mentor Gautam Gambhir has also left to take a charge of head coach of Team India. KKR’s IPL 2025 Schedule Here is the full list of Kolkata Knight Riders  matches  including dates  venuesnb and timings: 1. KKR vs RCB——— March 22, 7:30 PM IST  Kolkata   2. KKR vs RR——– March 26, 7:30 PM IST  Guwahati   3. KKR vs MI——–March 31, 7:30 PM IST  Mumbai   4. KKR vs SRH——April 3, 7:30 PM IST  Kolkata   5. KKR vs LSG——April 6, 3:30 PM IST  Kolkata   6. KKR vs CSK——April 11, 7:30 PM IST Chennai   7. KKR vs PBKS—- April 15, 7:30 PM IST   New Chandigarh   8. KKR vs GT——-April 21, 7:30 PM IST  Kolkata   9. KKR vs PBKS—- April 26, 7:30 PM IST Kolkata   10. KKR vs DC—— April 29, 7:30 PM IST  Delhi   11. KKR vs RR—— May 4, 7:30 PM IST  Kolkata   12. KKR vs CSK—– May 7, 7:30 PM IST  Kolkata   13. KKR vs SRH—– May 10, 7:30 PM IST  Hyderabad   14. KKR vs RCB—— May 17, 7:30 PM IST  Bengaluru   Playoffs and Final Venue The IPL 2025 playoffs will take place from May 20 to May 25. The Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator will be hosted at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on May 20 and 21  respectively. The tournament will conclude at Eden Gardens  Kolkata  where the   Qualifier 2 and the Final  will be held on May 25. Kolkata Knight Riders  Squad for IPL 2025 The team has retained several key players and made crucial changes to strengthen their squad.  Here’s the full squad: -Batsmen & All-rounders:  Rinku Singh  Venkatesh Iyer, Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Rovman Powell, Manish Pandey, Moeen Ali, Angkrish Raghuvanshi. Wicketkeepers: Quinton de Kock, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Luvnith Sisodia. Bowlers;  Varun Chakaravarthy, Anrich Nortje  Vaibhav Arora, Mayank Markande, Harshit Rana, Spencer Johnson, Umran Malik, Anukul Roy. Can KKR Defend Their Title?  KKR enters the tournament as the champions  and their squad looks strong on paper. With experienced match winners like Russell  Narine  and Rinku Singh  alongside exciting changes, the team aims to continue its winning momentum. However, leadership changes and new strategies will play a crucial role in determining their success in IPL 2025. Fans are eagerly waiting to see if KKR can repeat their 2024 performance and secure their fourth IPL title. The journey begins on March 22—let the battle begin!

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Delhi Capitals IPL 2025: Full Schedule Squad and Fixtures.

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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season is set to begin on March 22, fans are eagerly waiting for the season. The Delhi Capitals (DC) will start their campaign against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on March 24 at ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam. Delhi Capitals previous performance and changes in squad; In IPL 2024, Delhi Capitals finished in sixth place securing 14 points from 14 matches. The team has made  crucial changes in the squad ahead of the 2025 season  taking some high profile players in the auction. KL Rahul one of India’s top batsmen was bought for Rs 14 crore, while Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc was taken for Rs 11.75 crore. These additions are expected to strengthen the team as they are eyeing for their first ever title. Change in Captaincy;  Rishabh Pant is not part of the team now   there is speculation that Indian all rounder Axar Patel could be appointed as the new captain. The Delhi Capitals retained key players such as Kuldeep Yadav  Tristan Stubbs and Abishek Porel  hoping for a well balanced squad in the tournament. Delhi Capitals  IPL 2025 Schedule Below is the complete list of Delhi Capitals fixtures  including match dates  venues and timings: 1. DC vs LSG ——- March 24, 7:30 PM IST, Visakhapatnam   2. DC vs SRH ——- March 30, 3:30 PM IST  Visakhapatnam   3. CSK vs DC ——-April 5, 3:30 PM IST, Chennai   4. RCB vs DC ——-April 10, 7:30 PM IST, Bengaluru   5. DC vs MI ——— April 13, 7:30 PM IST, Delhi   6. DC vs RR ———-April 16, 7:30 PM IST, Delhi   7. GT vs DC ——— April 19, 3:30 PM IST. Ahmedabad   8. LSG vs DC ——–April 22, 7:30 PM IST, Lucknow   9. DC vs RCB ——–April 27, 7:30 PM IST, Delhi   10. DC vs KKR ——-April 29, 7:30 PM IST. Delhi   11. SRH vs DC —— May 5, 7:30 PM IST, Hyderabad   12. PBKS vs DC—— May 8, 7:30 PM IST, Mullanpur   13. DC vs GT —— –May 11, 7:30 PM IST, Delhi   14. MI vs DC—– —-May 15, 7:30 PM IST/ Mumbai   Playoff Matches and Final The IPL 2025 playoffs will take place from May 20 to May 25. Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium will host Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator on May 20 and 21 respectively. The Qualifier 2and the grand Finalwill be held at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Delhi Capitals’ Squad for IPL 2025 The team has a mix of experienced and young players making them a strong better team from previous seasons. Batsmen & All-rounders: KL Rahul, Harry Brook Faf du Plessis, Karun Nair Sameer Rizvi, Donovan Ferreira, Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel, Ashutosh Sharma. Bowlers: Kuldeep Yadav, Mitchell Starc  T. Natarajan, Mohit Sharma  Mukesh Kumar, Dushmantha Chameera, Darshan Nalkande. Wicketkeepers:  Abishek Porel and Tripurana Vijay. Can Delhi Capitals Win Their First IPL Title?  Delhi Capitals have long been considered one of the most promising teams in the IPL but have not secrured title yet. With strong additions to their squad and a balanced mix of batting and bowling talent  the team will be aiming to make a deep run in IPL 2025. Fans will be eager to see if the combination of KL Rahul’s batting skills and Mitchell Starc’s pace can push DC to their maiden title. As the tournament starts  cricket lovers will be watching closely to see if Delhi Capitals can finally claim the trophy.

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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 India to Face Australia in First Semi-Final

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The much awaited first semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will see India taking on Australia at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on March 4. India finshed at the top of Group A after an impressive 44 run victory over New Zealand in their final group stage match. Meanwhile  Australia known for their dominance in ICC tournaments  will be looking to add another knockout win to their prestigious record. Jumbled Scheduling and Travel Challenges The tournament schedule has posed logistical challenges  especially for South Africa  who had traveled to Dubai but now have to fly back to Lahore for their semi final against New Zealand. The scheduling was influenced by India’s refusal to play matches in Pakistan  resulting in their semi-final being scheduled in Dubai regardless of their group standings. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had previously attempted to convince India to play in Lahore  but the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) cited government restrictions as the reason for their decision. A Do or Die Clash between India and Australia India and Australia has great history in  ICC events. India’s only victory over Australia in a knockout game came in the 2011 ODI World Cup quarter final. However Australia has often had the upper hand most notably in the 2023 ODI World Cup final  where Travis Head’s century guided them to victory. As both teams eye a spot in the final  India will be cautious in their approach because Australia has the ability to beat India. Pitch report and Wheather in Dubai. The Dubai International Cricket Stadium is known for its slow pitches we have seen hardly any high scorring matches here. The surface of the wicket here often help bowlers  especially spinners in the middle overs  it is test to the batters While chasing has been successful at this venue putting up a competitive first-innings total can also be crucial. The weather is expected to be sunny in the afternoon  with slight cloud cover in the evening but no rain is forecasted. Team lineups and probable playing XI Australia is expected to make a change in their lineup likely bringing in Jake Fraser-McGurk for Matthew Short. On the other hand India will face dificulty in selecting playing XI  particularly regarding mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy  who took five wickets in the last game against New Zealand. However, Rohit Sharma is expected to stick with the same XI that played the last group-stage match. Probable Playing XIs India: Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL Rahul (wk), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Varun Chakravarthy, Mohammed Shami, Kuldeep Yadav. Australia: Jake Fraser-McGurk, Travis Head, Steven Smith (c), Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (wk), Alex Carey, Glenn Maxwell, Sean Abbott, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson. India vs. Australia Head-to-Head in ODIs  Matches Played: 151  India Wins: 57 Australia Wins: 84] No Result: 10 Match Details and Broadcast Information Match: India vs. Australia  st Semi-Final Venue; Dubai International cricket stadium Date: March 4, 2025 Time: 2:30 PM IST / 1:00 PM Local Live Telecast: Star Sports 2 HD/SD (English), Sports 18 1 HD/SD (Hindi) Live Streaming:  jioHotstar As India and Australia prepare for another high-voltage encounter fans across the globe will be eagerly watching to see which team books their place in the Champions Trophy 2025 final. With both teams strong lineups and rich histories in ICC tournaments  the matchpromises to be a thrilling contest.

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RCB IPL 2025 Full Schedule: Fixtures, Match Dates, Timings, and Venues

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  The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are all set to begin their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 campaign under a new captain Rajat Patidar. The team will start the tournament against defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on March 22 at Eden Gardens Kolkata. RCB fans can look forward to an exciting season as the team will play 14 matches across various venues concluding on May 17. RCB makes changes in leadership and squad; Rajat Patidar has been appointed as the captain of RCB  replaces  South African cricketer Faf du Plessis.Rajat Patidar is a   talented batsman from Indore has been part of RCB since 2021 and has made significant contributions to the team. He takes over du Plessis  who led RCB from 2022 to 2024 and guided them to the playoffs two times. Ahead of IPL 2025, RCB has made changes its squad by acquiring key players. The franchise retained three core players and added 19 more, including 8 overseas players. The squad now consists of a total of 22 players ready to compete in the upcoming season. RCB Full Schedule for IPL 2025 | No | Date  | Day   | Time  | Opposition           | Venue      | |—-|——-|——-|——-|———————|————| | 1  | Mar 22 | Sat  | 7:30 PM | Kolkata Knight Riders | Kolkata    | | 2  | Mar 28 | Fri  | 7:30 PM | Chennai Super Kings  | Chennai    | | 3  | Apr 2  | Wed  | 7:30 PM | Gujarat Titans      | Bengaluru  | | 4  | Apr 7  | Mon  | 7:30 PM | Mumbai Indians      | Mumbai     | | 5  | Apr 10 | Thu  | 7:30 PM | Delhi Capitals      | Bengaluru  | | 6  | Apr 13 | Sun  | 3:30 PM | Rajasthan Royals    | Jaipur     | | 7  | Apr 18 | Fri  | 7:30 PM | Punjab Kings        | Bengaluru  | | 8  | Apr 20 | Sun  | 3:30 PM | Punjab Kings        | Mullanpur  | | 9  | Apr 24 | Thu  | 7:30 PM | Rajasthan Royals    | Bengaluru  | | 10 | Apr 27 | Sun  | 7:30 PM | Delhi Capitals      | Delhi      | | 11 | May 3  | Sat  | 7:30 PM | Chennai Super Kings | Bengaluru  | | 12 | May 9  | Fri  | 7:30 PM | Lucknow Super Giants | Lucknow    | | 13 | May 13 | Tue  | 7:30 PM | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Bengaluru  | | 14 | May 17 | Sat  | 7:30 PM | Kolkata Knight Riders | Bengaluru | RCB Squad for IPL 2025 RCB has built a strong squad with experienced and young players. The full squad for IPL 2025 includes: Batsmen and All-rounders:  Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Devdutt Padikkal, Liam Livingstone, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Phil Salt, Romario Shepherd, Jacob Bethell, Swastik Chhikara, Manoj Bhandage, Abhinandan Singh Bowlers:  Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal, Lungi Ngidi, Rasikh Dar, Suyash Sharma, Mohit Rathee, Swapnil Singh Wicketkeepers:  Jitesh Sharma, Phil Salt RCB Predicted Playing XI for IPL 2025 in first match; Based on team composition and player performance, the probable playing XI for RCB in IPL 2025 could be: 1. Phil Salt 2. Virat Kohli 3. Liam Livingstone 4. Devdutt Padikkal 5. Tim David 6. Rajat Patidar (C) 7. Krunal Pandya 8. Bhuvneshwar Kumar 9. Yash Dayal 10. Josh Hazlewood 11. Suyash Sharma  RCB Fans are waiting for exciting season; RCB fans are sitll waiting for its first ever title of IPL RCB has to  play 6 matches out their 14 matche at homeground which is good news for RCB fans to chear their team at home. While RCB make changes in the sqaud and leadership RCB fans are eagarly waiting for this season.

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