Digest of the Hottest News of the Last Week 20.01.2025-26.01.2025
The past week has been a rollercoaster ride for cricket enthusiasts, packed with thrilling developments and surprises. Indian cricket grabbed headlines as players returned to their Ranji teams to regain form, while the much-awaited ICC Champions Trophy squad was officially announced. Meanwhile, the excitement didn’t stop there, with T20 leagues like SA20 and BBL kicking off, delivering non-stop entertainment for fans worldwide. From team comebacks to league action heating up, there’s been no shortage of drama. Let’s see the top five cricket stories that dominated the past week.
MS Dhoni Shocks Fans with Stunning IPL 2025 Net Session Picture
MS Dhoni’s first net session photo ahead of IPL 2025 has gone viral, showcasing his determination at 43. As he gears up for his final season, Dhoni is poised to break multiple records, including becoming the oldest player to score an IPL fifty, surpassing Suresh Raina’s run tally, and becoming the first wicketkeeper to reach 200 dismissals.
India vs England: England Appoints Harry Brook as New White-Ball Vice-Captain for India Series
Harry Brook has been appointed as England’s white-ball vice-captain, replacing Moeen Ali, ahead of the India series and the 2025 Champions Trophy. At 25, Brook has excelled across formats, scoring 2,281 Test runs and 707 T20I runs. With captaincy experience in domestic leagues, Brook will serve as Jos Buttler’s deputy in the upcoming T20I and ODI series.
Mohammed Siraj Returns to Ranji Trophy Preparations After Champions Trophy Hiatus
Mohammed Siraj starts off his training at the Gymkhana Ground, preparing for the next Ranji Trophy clash against Himachal Pradesh. Siraj was also unexpectedly dropped from the Indian team for the Champions Trophy and England series, as he prepares for a comeback.
Krunal Pandya Backs Hardik Pandya as Future India Captain
Hardik Pandya faced a tough 2024, marked by IPL struggles and personal setbacks. Criticized for Mumbai Indians’ performance, he rebounded with an exceptional T20 World Cup campaign, including a match-winning bowling display in the final against South Africa, ending India’s ICC trophy drought. His brother Krunal praised his resilience and self-motivation, highlighting his value as an inspiration for young cricketers.
AB de Villiers Drops Major Hint, Reveals Virat Kohli as RCB New Captain Ahead of Official Confirmation
AB de Villiers has confirmed that Virat Kohli will likely be the captain of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for IPL 2025, stating that Kohli is the only viable option for the role. Kohli, who led RCB from 2013 to 2021, has a record of 143 matches with 66 wins. He is the highest run-scorer in IPL history with 8004 runs.
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