Digest of the Hottest News of the Last Week 17.03.2025-23.03.2025
The past week in cricket began on a high as Team India celebrated their ICC Champions Trophy triumph and quickly shifted focus to the highly anticipated Indian Premier League 2025, starting on 22nd March. Star players like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya, and KL Rahul were seen reuniting with their respective franchises, kicking off intense practice sessions. Excitement is building as teams gear up for another thrilling IPL season. With preparations in full swing and players back in action, it’s time to dive into the top five cricket headlines that grabbed attention over the past week.
Faf du Plessis Named Delhi Capitals Vice-Captain for IPL 2025
Delhi Capitals have appointed Faf du Plessis as their vice-captain for IPL 2025, surprising many as KL Rahul was expected to take the role. Du Plessis, who led RCB for three seasons, has scored 4,571 IPL runs at a strike rate of 136.36. DC begins their campaign against LSG on March 24 in Visakhapatnam.
Tragic! Pakistani-Origin Cricketer Dies While Fasting in 41.7°C Heat During Match in Australia
Pakistani-origin cricketer Junaid Zafar Khan collapsed and died while playing in 41.7°C heat in Adelaide, Australia during Ramadan. The 33-year-old was fasting but drinking water for health reasons. The incident occurred during a match between Old Concordians and Prince Alfred Old Collegians. Despite paramedics’ efforts, Junaid couldn’t survive. Adelaide Turf rules allow match cancellations beyond 42°C.
Virat Kohli’s U-19 Teammate Turns IPL 2025 Umpire!
Tanmay Srivastava, part of India’s 2008 U-19 World Cup-winning squad under Virat Kohli, is set to join IPL 2025 as an umpire. Having scored 1,728 runs in 44 List A matches, Srivastava played for KXIP, Deccan Chargers, and Kochi Tuskers. After retiring, he shifted to umpiring and now makes a sensational return to the IPL.
Riyan Parag Replaces Sanju Samson as RR Captain for IPL 2025 First 3 Games!
Rajasthan Royals named Riyan Parag as captain for their first three IPL 2025 matches, making him the youngest skipper in IPL history. Sanju Samson, recovering from finger surgery after a Jofra Archer injury, will play as a specialist batter. RR face SRH (March 23), KKR (March 26), and CSK (March 30) under Parag’s leadership.
IPL’s Most Experienced Umpire Retires, Shifts to Commentary & Launches YouTube Channel!
Veteran umpire Anil Chaudhary, who officiated 483 matches including 131 IPL games, announced his retirement from IPL and international cricket. He’ll now umpire in UAE and US T20 leagues, commentate, and train umpires via his YouTube channel “Umpire’s Call”. Meanwhile, BCCI added seven new Indian umpires for IPL 2025.
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