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Significant sporting events of the last week as of January 19, 2025.
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Digest of the Hottest News of the Last Week 13.01.2025-19.01.2025

Beyond the Game

When James Neesham Avenged the 2019 ODI World Cup Heartbreak Against England in the 2021 T20 World Cup Semifinals

Beyond the Game

Gujarat Titans: Sponsorships and Financial Overview

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Karun Nair Eyes India Return After Stellar Vijay Hazare Performance

Ranji Trophy

Rishabh Pant Opts Out of Delhi Ranji Captaincy while Kohli to Take Matter to Rohan Jaitley

Big Bash League

Sam Konstas Stunned by Unplayable Yorker in Tournament Best Delivery

Sam Konstas was bowled out by Jack Edwards with a stunning yorker.
Beyond the Game

Irfan Pathan Challenges BCCI with Bold Question on Separate Hotels for Players

Irfan Pathan questioned the BCCI new guideline for centrally contracted players.
Social Media Reactions

Social Media Roars as Harbhajan Singh Slams Gautam Gambhir Over Sarfaraz Khan’s Dressing Room Leak Allegations

Harbhajan Singh criticized India head coach for publicly accusing Sarfaraz Khan.
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KL Rahul Left Out of Delhi Capitals Captaincy Race for IPL 2025 as Karthik Names New Skipper

Axar Patel is set to captain Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025, as revealed by Dinesh Karthik, despite the signing of KL Rahul for INR 14 crore. Axar, who has been with DC since 2019, was retained for INR 18 crore. Rahul, a seasoned captain, will play as a specialist batter, marking his first such role since 2020.

ICC Champions Trophy

Rohit Sharma Turns to Hardik Pandya for Career Revival, Sets Aside MI Rivalry

Rohit is intensifying his preparations for Champions Trophy with Hardik Pandya.
Beyond the Game

Virat Kohli Faces Neck Injury Amid BCCI’s Strict Ranji Trophy Directive

Match of The Day

Australia Women vs England Women: Australia Women Triumph in Hobart with 308-Run Display and Gardner’s Century

Beyond the Game

BCCI introduces game-changing 10-point policy with new rules for Team India

Match of The Day

Caleb Jewell Leads Hurricanes to Thrilling 5-Wicket Victory Over Heat in Big Bash League

Beyond the Game

Aussie Legend Criticizes Steve Smith Captaincy Appointment for Sri Lanka Tests Amid Ball-Tampering Saga

Beyond the Game

ISPL Team Owner Saif Ali Khan Stabbed in Burglary at Bandra Home, Recovering Post-Surgery

Player of The Day

Kuldeep Yadav Returns to Nets, Targets Impactful Comeback for England ODIs and Champions Trophy 2025

Social Media Reactions

Kevin Pietersen Expresses Interest in India Batting Coach Role as Social Media Reacts

BCCI Set to Shake Up Coaching Staff with New Batting Coach for Gautam Gambhir Team

The BCCI is considering adding a new batting coach to Gautam Gambhir's staff after India's poor performance in recent series, including the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. India has won only three of their last ten red-ball matches, prompting concerns about the batting technique. Former cricketer Sunil Gavaskar criticized the lack of progress and questioned the coaching staff's efforts.

The BCCI has enforced strict rules, including a ban on players using PR agencies.
Beyond the Game

BCCI Enforces “PR Shutdown” Following Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s BGT Poor Run

Beyond the Game

Is Sarfaraz Khan the Dressing Room “Mr. Fix-It” or the Real Leak Master?

ICC Champions Trophy

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Jasprit Bumrah Breaks Silence on Injury Status Ahead of ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Beyond the Game

BCCI Plans to Bring Back Virat Kohli Captaincy Style to Boost Team India

Match of The Day

BBL 2024-25: Sydney Sixers Edge Past Adelaide Strikers in Last-Ball Thriller to Seal 3-Wicket Victory

IPL

Gautam Gambhir Points Fingers at IPL for Team India Struggles in BCCI Showdown

Gautam Gambhir claims the IPL is to blame for India's low level of play.
Beyond the Game

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli Lavish Alibaug Home Unveiled in Viral Housewarming Video

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli had a housewarming party at their new villa in Alibaug.
Social Media Reactions

Babar Azam Ex-Teammate Makes Bold Move to Australia for New Career Opportunity as Social Media Reacts to It!

Usman Qadir retired from Pakistan cricket and has relocated to Australia.

BBL 2024-25: Is Steve Smith Heading Towards Retirement? He Finally Breaks the Silence

Steve Smith, the Australian cricket star, has announced that he plans to focus on franchise cricket for the foreseeable future, enjoying his participation in various T20 leagues worldwide. Although not traditionally a T20 specialist, Smith has been a key player in the format and recently scored a stunning century in the Big Bash League. He aims to continue playing as long as his body and mind remain in good shape.

Player of The Day

India Women vs Ireland Women: Smriti Mandhana Breaks Records With India Women Fastest-Ever ODI Century

Smriti Mandhana set a record for the fastest ODI century by an Indian woman.
Beyond the Game

Tilak Varma and Riyan Parag Engage in Fiery Exchange Post-Match

Beyond the Game

Virat Kohli Pressure Took a Toll on Sam Konstas as He Opens Up About His Debut in International Cricket

Beyond the Game

Why Did R Ashwin Refuse a Farewell Test Despite the Opportunity?

Ranji Trophy

Ranji Trophy 2025: Rishabh Pant Answers Ranji Call While Virat Kohli Remains Silent on Return

Player of The Day

BBL 2024-25: Jacob Bethell 87 Runs Leads Renegades to 154/7 in Big Bash League Match Against Hurricanes

Beyond the Game

Kapil Dev Sarcastically Strikes Back at Yograj Singh Shocking Pistol Threat Allegations!

PSL

Shaheen Afridi Omission from Test Squad Against South Africa Triggers Controversy

Social Media Reactions

Social Media Reacts as Yuvraj Singh’s Father Slams Aamir Khan Taare Zameen Par!

Ian Chappell Rips Into Virat Kohli Over Shoulder Bump and Sledging

Ian Chappell criticized Virat Kohli for his lack of consistency and senseless antics, including the shoulder bump incident during the MCG Test. Despite Kohli's century in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25, he ended with just 190 runs in five Tests. Chappell emphasized Kohli's valuable experience for the India tour of England but stressed the need for better consistency and a focus on mentoring younger players.