T20 WORLD CHAMPIONS
Gautam Gambhir's in-tray: Priorities as India men's new head coach
Retirements of stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli from T20Is aside, a major change that affects the team across all three formats came when Rahul Dravid stepped down after a memorable tenure as head coach. The unassuming Indian legend took the team to heights in his three years as head coach, guiding the team to the final of the ICC events in all three formats - the ICC World Test Championship, the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup and the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
Chapter closed, says David Warner, confirms international retirement but leaves room for Champions Trophy return
Warner announced his international retirement in parts over the last year. He retired from Test format in December 2023 after Australia's three-match red-ball series against Pakistan concluded. He announced his retirement from the 50-over format after their record-extending sixth ODI World Cup in India last year.
Rohit Sharma to lead India in ODI and Test formats, BCCI secretary Jay Shah confirms
The Champions Trophy, scheduled in Pakistan next year, will be held after eight years (since 2017 in UK), and even though the draft schedule has been submitted to the ICC, the BCCI hasn't yet given its green light to it. It is understood BCCI will again push for the 'Hybrid Model' like 2023 ODI Asia Cup where India played all its matches, including the ones against Pakistan, in Sri Lanka.
India vs Zimbabwe 2nd T20: Harare pitch report, weather update, Dream 11 predictions - all you need to know
India plays Zimbabwe in the second T20 match at Harare Sports Club after a 13-run loss in the first match. Match starts at 4:30 pm and sunny weather predicted. India leads 6-2 head-to-head. Harare pitch favors bowlers.
India vs Zimbabwe 2nd T20: Harare pitch report, weather update, Dream 11 predictions - all you need to know
India plays Zimbabwe in the second T20 match at Harare Sports Club after a 13-run loss in the first match. Match starts at 4:30 pm and sunny weather predicted. India leads 6-2 head-to-head. Harare pitch favors bowlers.
MS Dhoni turns 43: A look at accomplishments of the man who modernized Indian cricket with his sharp mind
Former India captain MS Dhoni, known for his calm and stunning captaincy, celebrated his 43rd birthday. Dhoni retired in 2020 after leading India to multiple ICC trophies. With remarkable stats in Tests, T20Is, and IPL, his legacy as a successful cricketer and captain remains unmatched in Indian cricket history.
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T20 World Cup champions on Modi's 'cup par charcha': Check fun conversation of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli with PM
India's cricket team, including Rohit Sharma and his team, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi on July 4. Modi congratulated the team for their team spirit, talent, and patience, and praised their fighting spirit and never-say-die attitude. Sharma expressed gratitude for the opportunity to meet Modi and the team's hard work. Modi also asked Sharma about his unique walk while receiving the trophy, which was inspired by Kuldeep and Chahal.
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde felicitates T20 World Cup champions Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar, Dube, Jaiswal
The Chief Minister facilitated victorious members of the Indian team with shawls and idols of Lord Ganesha, congratulating the Indian players for the victory. Following their meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi, the players departed for Mumbai on Thursday. In Mumbai, the Men in Blue had an open bus victory parade from Marine Drive to the iconic Wankhede Stadium.
T20 World Cup champions likely to scoop up more brand deals
Top Indian cricketers' endorsements are expected to surge after their historic ICC Men's T20 World Cup victory, fast-tracking ongoing deals, say sports marketing experts. Rise Worldwide, managing cricketers like Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah, expects an increase in deals.
Babar Azam to be punished for 'mistakes', says Pakistan Cricket Board on T20 World Cup failure
Reacting to Pakistan's T20 World Cup failure, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi hinted at measures including potentially changing Babar Azam's captaincy, stadium upgrades, prioritizing national commitments, and bans for skipping domestic cricket.
They're coming home: T20 world champions India finally depart from Barbados
The T20 World Cup-winning Indian cricket team, led by Captain Rohit Sharma, left Barbados on a Boeing 777 charter flight amidst the threat of Hurricane Beryl. The team's departure was marked by an Instagram post from Sharma with the trophy, as they headed back to Delhi following their victory. In the face of the looming hurricane, the team's journey home was a triumphant return from the tournament in Barbados.
World Champions return to India: Rohit and co land in Delhi amid cheers, see pics
The ICC T20 World Cup-winning Indian team touched down in Delhi on Thursday. The squad members, support staff, their families and media were stuck in Barbados, which was hit by Hurricane Beryl, at that stage a category four hurricane that passed through Barbados, with Grantley Adams International Airport in Bridgetown shut for three days.
Watch Video: Team India's joyous flight home after T20 World Cup victory
The ICC T20 World Cup-winning Indian team touched down in Delhi on Thursday to a warm welcome from the fans awaiting the sight of their favourite heroes and sight of the silverware.
'AIC24WC': Air India flight carrying T20 World Cup winning Team India becomes Flightradar24's most-tracked flight
Real-time data from the flight tracking portal, Flightradar24 revealed that over 5,252 users were closely monitoring the journey of 'AIC24WC', symbolizing India's triumphant return after clinching the T20 World Cup 2024.
Air India special flight arrives in Barbados to ferry T20 World Cup champions home
A special Air India flight landed at Barbados Airport to bring back the T20 cricket World Cup champions, stranded due to Hurricane Beryl's airport shutdown. Led by Rohit Sharma, the team is expected in Delhi Thursday, facilitated by a charter arranged by BCCI secretary Jay Shah, which also accommodates stranded Indian media.
Champions Trophy Draft: India-Pakistan match on March 1 in Lahore, BCCI yet to give consent
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has scheduled its Champions Trophy match against India in Lahore for March 1, 2023. The tournament is scheduled from February 19 to March 9, with March 10 as Reserve Day. PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi submitted a 15-match schedule, with all India games kept in Lahore for security and logistical reasons.
Nothing better than winning the cup and saying goodbye: Rohit Sharma
After leading India to victory in the T20 World Cup 2024, Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from T20 international cricket, citing the joy of winning the cup as the perfect moment to bow out. India clinched their second T20 World Cup title by defeating South Africa by seven runs in Barbados. Rohit Sharma, who ends his T20 career as the format's leading run-scorer with 4231 runs and five centuries, expressed that the decision to retire came naturally to him at this juncture, emphasizing the challenges of balancing all three cricket formats.
Cricket legends congratulate 'champions' team India for T20 World Cup glory
India secured the T20 World Cup after a decade-long wait, with cricket legends Anil Kumble, VVS Laxman, and Yuvraj Singh congratulating the team on social media. India's victory against South Africa was a remarkable achievement, with pacers' brilliance and Suryakumar Yadav's catch reviving hopes.
Next T20 captain to be decided by selectors, says Jay Shah; confirms seniors' role in future ICC tournaments
BCCI Secretary Jay Shah expressed confidence in the continued presence of senior players in upcoming major tournaments like the Champions Trophy and the World Test Championship final, provided India qualifies. He emphasized that the decision on appointing the next T20 captain, following Rohit Sharma's retirement, rests solely with the selectors. Shah praised the contribution of senior players to India's T20 World Cup victory and indicated their likely participation in upcoming ODI matches and tournaments, including the Champions Trophy scheduled for February-March in Pakistan.
Where does India stand globally in terms of ICC trophies? A look into title cabinet following T20 WC win
A fine exhibition of death bowling by trio of Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya and stupendous knocks by Virat Kohli and Axar Patel helped India end their ICC trophy drought, securing their second ICC T20 World Cup title by beating South Africa by seven runs in a thrilling final at Barbados on Saturday.
Whenever he has ball in hands, he tends to create magic: Rohit Sharma lauds Jasprit Bumrah
India skipper Rohit Sharma praised Jasprit Bumrah for his magical performance in the T20 World Cup 2024, where Bumrah was named Player of the Tournament for taking 15 wickets at a miserly economy of 4.17. In the final, India, led by Virat Kohli's 76 and Axar Patel's quick 47, posted 176/7. South Africa fought back with Heinrich Klaasen's 52, but Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, and Hardik Pandya's stellar bowling secured India's victory, ending their ICC trophy drought.
T20 World Cup 2024: Rohit Sharma believes Rahul Dravid 'deserved the trophy' for his contribution to Indian Cricket
As India successfully ended their ICC trophy drought, Men in Blue skipper Rohit Sharma said that departing head coach Rahul Dravid deserved the T20 World Cup 2024 trophy more than anyone in the team.
'So happy for men in blue': Japanese envoy congratulates Team India on winning ICC T20 World Cup
Hiroshi Suzuki congratulated Team India for winning the T20 World Cup title after defeating South Africa in the final on Saturday. He expressed happiness for the men in blue.
Pandya feels India's T20 WC win is 'best farewell' team can give to Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli
India's T20 World Cup 2024 victory marked a poignant farewell for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, as both legends announced their retirement from T20Is. Rohit, the highest run-scorer in the format with 4231 runs, celebrated his second T20 World Cup win. Kohli, with 4188 T20I runs and a record 1292 in T20 World Cups, also bid adieu. Hardik Pandya called it the best farewell, praising their impact on Indian cricket. India's win ended an ICC trophy drought since 2013, securing victory over South Africa in a thrilling finale.
MS Dhoni congrats team India, says 'Thanks for the priceless birthday gift'
MS Dhoni, India's former World Cup-winning captain, celebrated Team India's T20 World Cup victory over South Africa, calling it a priceless birthday gift as his birthday approaches on July 7. Dhoni praised the team for their composure and self-belief, thanking them for bringing the World Cup home. India's recent win marks their second T20 World Cup triumph since 2007 under Dhoni's leadership, ending an 11-year wait for a global trophy.
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