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Trying to get my rhythm; more responsibility on me, Says Mohammed Shami
With Jasprit Bumrah unavailable because of an injury, Shami has alternated new-ball responsibilities with either Harshit Rana or Hardik Pandya. Although Rana is not yet fully experienced, Pandya, being an all-rounder, rarely bowls a complete quota of 10 overs in ODIs.
Haven't played a perfect game so far, hopefully on March 9, Says Gautam Gambhir
India booked a place in the final with a four-wicket victory over Australia in the inaugural semifinal on Tuesday, spurred by a masterful 84-run innings by veteran batter Virat Kohli.
Steve Smith Retires from ODI Cricket Following Champions Trophy Semifinal Exit
The 35-year-old told his teammates of his ODI retirement after leading Australia to a Champions Trophy semi-final loss to India in Dubai.
Virat Kohli Surpasses Shikhar Dhawan as India's Top Run-Scorer in Champions Trophy History
Former India captain Sourav Ganguly is third on India's list of top scorers in the tournament with 665 runs in 13 games between 1998 and 2004.
Champions Trophy: Milestones Don’t Matter, Says Kohli After Match-Winning 84 Against Australia
As the target loomed near and K.L. Rahul picked up speed from the other side, Kohli tried a rare six off Adam Zampa but lost his wicket in the process. But his 84-run stay was the foundation of India's innings, and it kept them in command for the entire run chase.
Champions Trophy: Michael Clarke Declares Kohli the Greatest ODI Cricketer of All Time
Facing challenging conditions, Kohli arrived at the crease with the highest-ever chase against Australia in an ICC knockout match ahead of him. However, with his signature calmness, he built the innings with calculated stroke play and strike rotation, needing just five boundaries to steer India toward victory. Clarke, in awe of Kohli’s game awareness, lauded his ability to deliver under immense pressure.
Champions Trophy: Gambhir Hits Back at Critics, Says India’s Venue Advantage Debate is Immature
India charged into the final with a four-wicket victory over Australia at the Dubai International Stadium, their fourth successive game at the ground. Other teams, however, had to travel between Pakistan and the Middle East because of the Indian government's refusal to send the team to Pakistan. This move invited criticism from the fans of other countries.
Champions Trophy: We were calm and composed in our chase, says Rohit after reaching final
Star batsman Virat Kohli stole the show once again with a match-winning 84-run innings, interspersed with five boundaries, while KL Rahul's 42 not out and Hardik Pandya's power-packed 28, including three sixes and one four, assisted India in securing a four-wicket semi-final win over England at Dubai International Stadium on Tuesday.
Champions Trophy 2025: Virat Kohli's 84 powers India to third successive CT final with 4-wkt victory over Australia
With this victory, India became history makers as the first team ever to make the Champions Trophy final for the third year running.
'If You Want Only Slim Guys...': Sunil Gavaskar Criticizes Shama Mohamed Over Remarks on Rohit Sharma
Gavaskar vehemently refuted the politician's remarks by comparing them to the kind of criticism that Mumbai cricketer Sarfaraz Khan receives despite his regular performances, which have always been criticized for his body.
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