Champions Trophy: Relive key encounters between India and New Zealand ahead of summit clash

IANS | March 7, 2025 4:08 PM

New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) As India prepare to take on New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final in Dubai on Sunday, history looms large over this much-anticipated encounter. While India enter the contest as favourites, having secured seven consecutive ODI wins leading up to the final, their record against New Zealand in ICC tournament finals tells a different story.

WPL 2025: Deepti Sharma highlights UPW’s middle-order woes as MI dominate

IANS | March 6, 2025 11:46 PM

Lucknow, March 6 (IANS) UP Warriorz captain Deepti Sharma admitted that her team’s middle-order struggles have continued to haunt them despite a strong start at the top. Following their six-wicket loss to Mumbai Indians in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025, Deepti reflected on the team’s shortcomings while also appreciating young Georgia Voll’s batting effort.

Ben Stokes in contention to assume leadership of England's white-ball team

IANS | March 6, 2025 11:35 PM

New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) England’s white-ball cricket is at a crossroads following Jos Buttler’s resignation as captain after a dismal Champions Trophy campaign. With managing director Rob Key determined to find the “best person” to take over, discussions have sparked over whether Test captain Ben Stokes could also assume leadership in ODIs.