The IPL 2025 season hasn’t started yet, but replacements are being made one after another. In fact, one replacement has even turned into a legal dispute because a player chose the IPL over the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Corbin Bosch was originally set to play in the PSL, but Mumbai Indians’ pacer Lizaad Williams got injured. As a result, MI signed Corbin Bosch, who then withdrew from the PSL. Due to this, the PCB has taken action against him. However, what are the rules regarding replacements in the IPL? Let’s understand them. The IPL replacement rules allow the BCCI to…
Author: Virat Verma
Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain Sanju Samson suffered a fracture in his index finger during the T20I series against England. Ahead of IPL 2025, he has been granted permission to resume batting at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru (formerly known as NCA). However, there is still uncertainty over whether he will be able to keep wickets in the tournament. According to a report by news agency PTI, the physios at the Centre of Excellence are satisfied with Samson’s ability to bat without any struggles, but they still want to closely monitor his comfort level while wicketkeeping. If he is not…
Under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, the Indian team recently won the Champions Trophy 2025, marking their third title in the tournament’s history. Star batsman Virat Kohli played a crucial role in this victory, delivering a match-winning century against Pakistan in the final and an outstanding performance against Australia in the semi-final. Virat Kohli’s Statement on Retirement Before the Champions Trophy, there were concerns about Kohli’s form, especially after his below-par performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy during India’s tour of Australia. However, with his brilliant performances in the Champions Trophy, Kohli silenced all critics. He has now made it clear…
The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 final between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Delhi Capitals (DC) will take place on March 15 at Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai. This exciting match will begin at 7:30 PM IST. DC finished at the top of the league stage, while MI secured their place in the final by defeating Gujarat Giants in the Eliminator. Both teams have performed exceptionally well throughout the tournament. DEL-W vs MUM-W: Brabourne Stadium Pitch Report for the Final The pitch at Brabourne Stadium offers good bounce and pace, making it favorable for high-scoring matches. Batters are expected to get an advantage…
The third edition of the Women’s Premier League has reached its climax. The title clash between Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians will take place on Saturday at the Brabourne Stadium. Delhi will aim to end its title drought, while Mumbai will look to lift the trophy for the second time. Under the leadership of Harmanpreet Kaur, Mumbai Indians won the inaugural WPL season by defeating Delhi in the final. Now, once again, both teams will face off in the grand finale. With the all-round brilliance of Nat Sciver-Brunt and Hayley Matthews, Mumbai Indians will start as strong contenders against a…
Pakistan and Dubai jointly hosted the Champions Trophy 2025. Although Pakistan was the official host, the Indian team did not travel to Pakistan due to security concerns. As a result, all of India’s matches were played in Dubai. This situation indirectly affected the Pakistan cricket team as well. Their performance was disappointing, and they were eliminated from the tournament before the semifinals. Because of this, the final match was not held in Pakistan. Consequently, the Pakistan team is now facing multiple challenges, and their financial situation appears to be worsening. After the Champions Trophy, Pakistan cricket faces major troubles Following…
The new central contract for Team India players is about to be announced, which will determine their agreement with the BCCI for the next year. Major changes are expected in the contract, with five players almost certain to be dropped. Despite winning the Champions Trophy, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are likely to face demotion in the new contract. Currently, BCCI’s central contract features four players in the Grade A+ category: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, and Ravindra Jadeja. Rohit-Virat-Jadeja Set for Demotion! Grade A+ is reserved for players who are key figures in all three formats of the…
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set to begin on March 22. However, some teams have suffered setbacks even before the tournament starts, as key players will be unavailable for the season. For Delhi Capitals, star batsman Harry Brook has withdrawn from the upcoming season. Brook has prioritized his performances for the England national team over the IPL, which means he won’t be participating in this year’s tournament. With his absence, Delhi Capitals may look for a suitable replacement. Here are three players who could take Harry Brook’s place in the squad: 1. Dewald Brevis Dewald Brevis is one…
All-rounder Axar Patel and senior wicketkeeper-batsman KL Rahul are the two leading contenders for the Delhi Capitals (DC) captaincy in IPL 2025, with the Gujarat cricketer having a slight edge. It is expected that the franchise officials will announce their new captain in the coming days after the conclusion of the Champions Trophy 2025. Before heading to Visakhapatnam for their first two matches, Delhi Capitals will hold a short pre-season training camp in Delhi. Players including Axar, Rahul, Kuldeep Yadav, South Africa’s Tristan Stubbs, and Australia’s Jake Fraser-McGurk and Mitchell Starc will assemble in Visakhapatnam on March 17 and 18.…
The Champions Trophy concluded with India securing the title. In the final, India defeated New Zealand by four wickets, claiming the trophy for the third time. The 2025 Champions Trophy was held under a hybrid model. While Pakistan was officially the host, the Indian team played all its matches in Dubai. As the host nation, Pakistan had a disappointing tournament, getting eliminated in the group stage. The disappointment for Pakistan increased when the final match was moved from Lahore to Dubai. This decision was made earlier through an agreement between both cricket boards, stating that if India reached the final,…