Quite an IPL kind of day, a lot of updates came from the IPL camps. As the IPL 2025 season approaches, the Delhi Capitals have named Axar Patel as captain. Also, MI star Jasprit Bumrah will miss some early games, it seems. At the same time, Rajasthan Royals’ captain Sanju Samson, recovering from surgery, is set to join the team soon. Meanwhile, Pakistan cricket continues to face humiliation, with no players selected in The Hundred 2025 draft. Pakistan cricket continues to face internal issues, with no players selected in The Hundred 2025 draft. Let’s look at the top events from the day.
Holi celebrations in IPL camps
IPL 2025 teams, including Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings, took a break from their training camps to celebrate Holi. KKR, the defending champions, celebrated Holi at their hotel with players like Ajinkya Rahane and Venkatesh Iyer enjoying colors and laughter together. Read more here
Bumrah to miss initial matches in IPL
Jasprit Bumrah will miss the start of IPL 2025 due to a back injury from the India vs Australia series. He was absent during the Champions Trophy, but India still triumphed. Mumbai Indians, the five-time champions, will begin their season without him, including matches against CSK and Gujarat Titans. Read more here
Sanju Samson to join IPL camp soon
As IPL 2025 preparations heat up, many stars have joined their teams, but Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson remains absent from the camp in Jaipur. Samson is recovering from finger surgery following an injury during a T20I match against England. Currently rehabbing at BCCI’s Centre of Excellence, he is expected to join the RR camp around March 17. Read more here
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Axar Patel to lead Delhi Capitals
Delhi Capitals have named Axar Patel as their captain for IPL 2025, ending speculation about their leadership choice. This decision follows KL Rahul declining the role, allowing Axar to replace Rishabh Pant, DC’s previous captain. Axar, who has excelled as India’s T20I vice captain and led Gujarat in domestic cricket, is eager to bring his experience to DC. Read more here
No Pakistan in The Hundred
The recent The Hundred 2025 draft selected no Pakistan players despite available overseas slots. A primary reason could be scheduling conflicts, as Pakistan will play series against West Indies and Afghanistan during The Hundred, which starts on August 5. Additionally, there are talks of a series with Bangladesh in July-August. Read more here
Varun Chakravarthy received threats during T20 World Cup in 2021
Varun Chakravarthy, India’s spin bowler and Champions Trophy 2025 winner, revealed his struggles after being dropped following the T20 World Cup 2021. Facing depression and threats after a disappointing performance, he contemplated his cricket career might be over. Despite setbacks, he adjusted his routine and doubled his practice, leading to a stunning comeback. Read more here
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