NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma performed an impromptu “Dandiya” dance while gripping the stumps shortly after India won the Champions Trophy. Gautam Gambhir, the head coach, hugged his wards as he moved around the field with a rare broad smile.After such a glorious night, those scenes were not out of the ordinary. ‘Not…
Hardik Pandya (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: Following India’s triumph over New Zealand to clinch the ICC Champions Trophy title, all-rounder Hardik Pandya fondly remembered his late father, acknowledging that his blessings have played a significant role in his success.Hardik delivered yet another impactful performance in a major tournament, contributing with both bat and ball…
Mitchell Santner (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner had no hesitation in acknowledging that his team was outplayed by a “better” Indian side in the Champions Trophy final on Sunday. Chasing a target of 252, India secured victory with six balls to spare, thanks to Rohit Sharma‘s fluent 76 and stellar bowling…
NEW DELHI: India captain Rohit Sharma gave a special mention to the “silent hero” Shreyas Iyer after India scripted another triumphant chapter in its rich cricketing history.India clinched the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 title with a four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the final on Sunday. This marked India’s third Champions Trophy triumph, having previously…
NEW DELHI: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday mocked Congress after India’s Champions Trophy victory, highlighting the grand old party leader Shama Mohamed’s earlier controversial comments about Rohit Sharma‘s physique. Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed had previously faced criticism for calling the Indian captain “fat” and “unimpressive.”Taking to social media, BJP shared a video featuring…
The ICC Champions Trophy final between India and New Zealand highlighted the significance of seizing pivotal moments in high-pressure games. TOI examines the key phases in the match…Kuldeep’s twin strikesNew Zealand openers Rachin Ravindra and Will Young began with a bang, scoring 57 inside the first 8 overs and setting the tone. But things changed…
New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner said that the team was looking to win the Champions Trophy final against India for the injured Matt Henry. The pacer missed the summit clash due to an injury and was left in tears ahead of the game on Sunday. “Yeah, I guess he was leading the wickets and I…
Virat Kohli dances after India’s victory in the ICC Champions Trophy final against England at Edgbaston on June 23, 2013 in Birmingham. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Cricketers have their own ways of celebrating big tournaments victories, often depending on the team’s culture, the tournament’s significance, and individual personalities.Players pop champagne bottles or…
NEW DELHI: India defeated New Zealand by four wickets to claim a record third Champions Trophy title on Sunday, supported by a strong spin bowling performance and a valiant 76 from Rohit Sharma.Before KL Rahul produced an undefeated 34 to help seal victory with six balls remaining in the final in Dubai, India, who were…
NEW DELHI: The failure of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to send a single representative to Sunday’s 2025 Champions Trophy final at the Dubai International Stadium has drawn harsh criticism.International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Jay Shah, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Roger Binny and secretary Devajit Saikia, and New Zealand Cricket…