Jasprit Bumrah has arrived in Bengaluru for scans and further medical evaluation at the National Cricket Academy (NCA). The 31-year-old fast bowler, recovering from an injury, will stay for two to three days before the BCCI medical team submits its report. His participation in the Champions Trophy depends on the assessment, with Harshit Rana as a potential replacement.
RCB COO Rajesh Menon addressed the speculation surrounding Virat Kohli potential return as captain for IPL 2025. While the franchise has not made a formal decision, Menon revealed that there are multiple leaders in the team, and deliberations are still ongoing. Kohli previously captained RCB in 143 matches between 2011-2021, leading them to the 2016 IPL final.
Australia faces a major setback ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 as captain Pat Cummins and pacer Josh Hazlewood are likely to miss the tournament due to injuries. With Mitchell Marsh already ruled out, Australia must name three replacements. Coach Andrew McDonald confirmed discussions with Steve Smith and Travis Head for captaincy. The final squad submission deadline is February 12.
Marcus Stoinis has retired from ODI cricket, finishing with 1495 runs at a 93.96 strike rate and 48 wickets in 74 matches. The 35-year-old, part of Australia’s 2019 and 2023 World Cup squads, aims to focus on T20 cricket. His career highlight was a 146* against New Zealand in 2017. Australia will name his Champions Trophy replacement by February 12.
Virat Kohli missed the 1st ODI against England due to a knee injury, raising concerns ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy. However, Shubman Gill confirmed that Kohli will be fit for the 2nd ODI in Cuttack on February 9. India leads the series 1-0 after a four-wicket win in Nagpur. Gill, who replaced Kohli at No. 3, scored 87 runs in the victory.