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Shardul Thakur Signs with Essex for County Championship 2025-26
Indian all-rounder Shardul Thakur, who went unsold in the IPL 2025 auction, has signed with Essex for the County Championship's opening phase. He will play seven matches in the 2025-26 season. Thakur has been in excellent form, scoring 402 runs and taking 34 wickets in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25. Essex’s cricket director, Chris Silverwood, praised Thakur’s all-round abilities. Despite this county stint, Thakur remains available as an IPL injury replacement. Essex’s campaign begins against defending champions Surrey.
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Rohit Sharma Leads India’s Champions Trophy Preparations Amid Training in Dubai
For the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025, the Indian cricket team is rigorously training at the ICC Cricket Academy in Dubai. Skipper Rohit Sharma, preparing for India's opener against Bangladesh on February 20, praised local fast bowler Awais Khan for his inswinging yorkers. Rohit, aiming to become the second Indian captain after MS Dhoni to win multiple ICC trophies, recently returned to form with a century against England. Meanwhile, the BCCI has revised its policy, allowing Indian players’ families to attend one match during the tournament. India's group-stage matches include Pakistan on February 23 and New Zealand on March 2.
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Yuzvendra Chahal to Pay ₹60 Crore Alimony in Divorce with Dhanashree Verma
Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal and his wife, Dhanashree Verma, are reportedly heading for a divorce after four years of marriage. Social media buzz suggests Chahal might pay ₹60 crore in alimony, though he indirectly denied the claims. The couple, who met during the COVID-19 lockdown, were once a fan favorite but recently unfollowed each other, fueling speculation.
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Sri Lanka Crush Australia by 174 Runs in 2nd ODI to Seal the Series 2-0
Herschelle Gibbs Criticizes Babar Azam’s English and Batting Approach
Pakistan Opts to Bat First in Tri-Series Final Against New Zealand after Bringing in the X Factor
Kusal Mendis Century Guides Sri Lanka to Strong Total Against Australia
Ben Sears Ruled Out as Jacob Duffy Joins New Zealand Squad for ICC Champions Trophy
Adam Zampa’s Incredible Catch Saves Australia from Disaster as Social Media Reacts to It!
In the second ODI between Sri Lanka and Australia on February 14, Adam Zampa pulled off a breathtaking boundary-line catch to dismiss Nishan Madushka (51). Initially appearing to step over the boundary, Zampa quickly tossed the ball in the air before regaining control. After a tense TV review, the catch was deemed legal, breaking a crucial 98-run partnership. At 125/3 in 29 overs, Sri Lanka aims for a competitive total.