Wednesday, April 16
Mohammed Siraj will likely play Hyderabad’s last Ranji Trophy match against Vidarbha but will miss the game against Himachal Pradesh due to workload management. Siraj was not picked for India’s Champions Trophy squad or the ODIs against England, with Arshdeep Singh preferred for his effectiveness with the old ball.
MI Emirates defeated Sharjah Warriorz by nine wickets in the ILT20 2025, with Tom Banton scoring an unbeaten century. Sharjah posted 176/9, with Johnson Charles top-scoring with 59. MI Emirates' bowlers performed well, led by Fazalhaq Farooqi's 4/24. Banton and Kusal Perera's partnership ensured a swift chase, placing MI Emirates second on the points table.
Novak Djokovic on Sunday refused to give the post-match TV interview at the Australian Open after his victory, protesting against comments made by Channel 9's Tony Jones, who called him overrated. Djokovic expressed his dissatisfaction with the remarks and clarified his stance to Tennis Australia, accepting any fines for his action.
A Dhaka court has issued an arrest warrant for Bangladeshi cricketer Shakib Al Hasan over two bounced cheques linked to his company. The warrant also targets the managing director, while two other officials have been granted bail. Shakib remains in the US due to safety concerns following civil unrest in Bangladesh.
The appointment of Shubman Gill as vice-captain for India’s 2025 ICC Champions Trophy campaign has garnered attention. Former cricketer Suresh Raina commended Gill's potential, citing his impressive performances and leadership. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar emphasized the importance of dressing room feedback in the decision. India begins its campaign on February 20 against Bangladesh.
Novak Djokovic advanced to the Australian Open quarter-finals, defeating Jiri Lehecka in straight sets. Djokovic will face Carlos Alcaraz, who progressed after Jack Draper retired from their match. This marks Djokovic's 15th quarter-final appearance at Melbourne Park, tying Roger Federer's record. Djokovic and Alcaraz have a 4-3 head-to-head record, with the Serb leading.
Former cricketer Suresh Raina believes Rohit Sharma's team can replicate MS Dhoni's 2013 Champions Trophy victory. However, he criticizes the exclusion of Suryakumar Yadav, pointing out his significant impact and flexibility in the middle order. The tournament begins on February 19, 2025, with India's first match against Bangladesh. On Saturday, India men's cricket team Chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar and captain Rohit Sharma unveiled the 15-member squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, set to begin on February 19 in Karachi.
Dhruv Parashar made a significant impact in his ILT20 debut for Desert Vipers, showcasing his skill with figures of 1/9 in 2.4 overs. Despite his young age, he demonstrated maturity on the field and has impressive stats in both T20I and ODI formats. His dedication to his national team and aspirations for IPL highlight his commitment to cricket.
Sachin Tendulkar made an appearance with his family at Coldplay's concert in Navi Mumbai. The crowd's chants of 'Sachin, Sachin' briefly overshadowed the music. Coldplay's Chris Martin further excited the audience by mentioning cricketer Jasprit Bumrah, connecting deeply with the cricket-loving Indian fans. The concert is part of Coldplay's India tour.
Dhruv Parashar made a significant impact in his ILT20 debut for Desert Vipers, showcasing his skill with figures of 1/9 in 2.4 overs. Despite his young age, he demonstrated maturity on the field and has impressive stats in both T20I and ODI formats. His dedication to his national team and aspirations for IPL highlight his commitment to cricket.
