After getting delayed by four days due to unfortunate Hurricane Beryl, Rohit Sharma’s Team India finally boarded their way from Barbados to New Delhi. With a packed celebratory itinerary to follow, the Men in Blue will sit with Prime Minister (PM) for breakfast today (Thursday) morning. They celebrations would then continue in Mumbai, where even Rohit Sharma asked every one to join the team for a victory parade. Apart from this, we even got some latest updates on the next big ICC event, i.e., Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan.
India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy match on March 1?
Mark your calendars! The high-voltage clash between India and Pakistan in the Champions Trophy 2025 could be happening on March 1, 2025. The PCB has proposed this date and is awaiting approval from the BCCI. Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium is set to be the battleground, with India potentially playing all their matches there. This encounter is sure to be the biggest match of the tournament, and cricket fans are eagerly waiting to see if the BCCI agrees to the March 1 showdown in Lahore itself.
Hardik Pandya creates his own history!
Hardik Pandya scripted history by becoming the No. 1 ranked T20I all-rounder in the ICC rankings. This feat comes after his stellar performance in the recently concluded T20 World Cup, where India ended their 13-year World Cup drought. Pandya’s rise to the top sees him tied with Sri Lanka’s Wanindu Hasaranga, both boasting 222 rating points. This achievement marks a first for any Indian cricketer in the T20I all-rounder category. Pandya’s all-around brilliance has now placed him at the pinnacle of T20I all-rounders. He bagged 11 wickets and made 144 runs in the recently concluded competition.
How will World Cup victory celebrations go for India?
Team India’s historic T20 World Cup win gets a grand celebration! They land in Delhi on July 4, meet the Prime Minister, then fly to Mumbai for a victory parade from Nariman Point to Wankhede Stadium. The BCCI caps off the celebration with a special ceremony at the Wankhede. This undefeated champion team deserves a grand welcome!
India vs Pakistan vs Australia soon?
Cricket Australia’s Chief Executive, Nick Hockley, has expressed a strong desire to organize a high-profile tri-series featuring India and Pakistan, a big step for subcontinent cricket fans. This decision comes as excitement grows for the highly anticipated encounter between two long-time foes. Hockley iterated that Australian cricket would be happy to play a role in the revival of Pakistan-India bilateral series.
Neeraj Chopra braces himself for Olympics!
Neeraj Chopra addressed his absence from the upcoming Paris Diamond League. Contrary to reports, he didn’t withdraw, but rather never planned to compete there this season. This clarifies his absence wasn’t a late choice, but a scheduled one focused on his Paris Olympic 2024 training.
FIFA World Cup 2030 Final venue decided!
The Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid, Spain, is reportedly set to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup final. This comes despite a three-nation hosting effort by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. Spain will hold the most matches with 13 venues, while Morocco gets 6 and Portugal just 2. This news reiterates that Spain might be the main stage for the tournament, with the iconic Bernabeu serving as the grand finale.
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