India Cricket Team players are back to the domestic circuit after the BCCI took serious steps, forcing all the players to play for their state. This comes after the indiscipline was reported from the Indian camp during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. 
Following the guidelines by the BCCI, big Indian players Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill, KL Rahul and others are all set to take the field for their respective state teams in the upcoming two rounds of the ongoing Ranji Trophy 2024-25. 
Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja and Shubman Gill will be back in action during the second round of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25, which will begin on 23rd January. Virat Kohli and KL Rahul will be playing for Delhi and Bengaluru, respectively, in the third round of the tournament, which will begin on 30th January. 
With big stars all set to play in Ranji Trophy 2024-25, let's take a look at when Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant played in the domestic cricket last: 
<h2>When did Virat Kohli last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Virat Kohli's last appearance in the Ranji Trophy came in November 2012 for Delhi against Uttar Pradesh in Ghaziabad. The batter didn't have a great outing with the bat as he scored 14 &amp; 43 in two innings of a match. This didn't help Delhi's cause as they went on to lose the game by by six wickets. 
<h2>When did RIshabh Pant last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Rishabh Pant, who will be playing for Delhi in the upcoming match, last played for Delhi in the 2017/18 season's final. He was a leader of the team in that game and had a decent outing with the bat. He scored 21 &amp; 32 in that game, but that wasn't enough as Delhi went on to lose the game by nine wickets. 
<h2>When did Rohit Sharma last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Rohit Sharma featured last time in the Ranji Trophy for Mumbai against Uttar Pradesh in November 2015. He played a magnificent innings for his team as he slammed a magnificent 113-run knock at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. His innings helped the team draw the game. 
<h2>When did Shubman Gill last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Shubman Gill has been a regular feature in the Ranji Trophy. He last played for Punjab in the quarterfinals against Madhya Pradesh in 2022. The batter didn't have a great outing with the bat as he managed scores of 9 &amp; 19 as MP beat Punjab by 10 wickets. He will be seen in action on 23rd January at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
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Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja and Shubman Gill will be back in action during the second round of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25

Virat Kohli's last appearance in the Ranji Trophy came in November 2012 for Delhi against Uttar Pradesh in Ghaziabad.

From Virat Kohli to Shubman Gill: Check when big Indian players played the last domestic match

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IND vs ENG 1st Dream11 Prediction: The wait is over, and Indian fans will be able to see their team in action. Team India will lock horns with Englandi n the first of five T20Is. The clash will begin at 7 PM IST on January 22 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Both teams are equipped with world-class players that will spice up the challenge.
The fight will be between the top order on both sides. Suryakumar Yadav will have the responsibility to get the best out of Indian players. They are coming off a series win over South Africa and looked great. England will also try hard to get the winning momentum and prepare for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
IND vs ENG 1st T20I Details
<ul>
<li>Series: England tour of India 2025</li>
<li>Match: India vs England, 1st T20I</li>
<li>Date: January 22 (Wednesday)</li>
<li>Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata</li>
<li>Timing: 7 PM IST</li>
</ul>
IND vs ENG 1st T20I Pitch Report
The surface at Eden Gardens is great for the batting side. It is a flat deck where one can chase down totals. The highest IPL chase was recorded at this venue in 2024. There will be some help for the slow bowlers as well, but shorter boundaries will be very hard to avoid if you are a bowling team.
IND vs ENG: Weather Report
The weather forecast predicts clear weather with some clouds on Wednesday evening with a 24° C temperature and a 12 km/h average wind speed.
IND vs ENG Head-to-Head T20I
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<li>Total Matches: 24</li>
<li>India: 13</li>
<li>England: 11</li>
<li>No Result: 0</li>
</ul>
IND vs ENG 1st T20I Live Streaming Details
Star Sports will broadcast the first T20I between India and England live on TV. Fans can also watch the first game live online on the Disney plus Hotstar app or website.
IND vs ENG Possible XIs 
India: Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakravarty, Arshdeep Singh 
England: Philip Salt (wk), Ben Duckett, Jos Buttler (c), Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid
IND vs ENG: Dream11 Team
<ul>
<li>Wicket-keepers: Phil Salt (Vice Captain), Sanju Samson, Jos Buttler</li>
<li>Batters: Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Ben Duckett</li>
<li>All-rounders: Liam Livingstone, Hardik Pandya (Captain), Jamie Overton</li>
<li>Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarty</li>
</ul>
**These predictions are made by our writers, which can go wrong. We ask you to compare the teams and pick the best set of players to do well.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/3-player-battles-to-watch-out-for-in-the-first-ind-vs-eng-t20-at-the-eden-gardens/">3 Player Battles to Watch out for in the first IND vs ENG T20 at the Eden Gardens</a>

The first IND vs ENG T20I Dream11 Prediction gives you all the updates stats and tips.

The first IND vs ENG T20I will be held at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Thursday at 7 PM IST.

IND vs ENG 1st T20I Dream11 Prediction, Grand League Team, Probable XI, Dream11 Team, Pitch Preview & More

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Indian superstar Virat Kohli is set to play his first Ranji Trophy game since 2012 after making himself available for Delhi’s tie against Railways scheduled here from January 30.

"Virat has conveyed to DDCA president (Rohan Jaitley) and team management that he is available for the game against Railways," Delhi head coach Sarandeep Singh told PTI.

After back-to-back Test series defeats at the hands of New Zealand at home and away in Australia, there have been questions from several quarters over the continued reluctance of India regulars to feature in domestic first-class matches. Ahead of the Test season, the likes of Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Ravindra Jadeja chose to skip the Duleep Trophy. And in the review meeting held last Thursday, requiring players featuring in domestic tournaments was the top recommendation. Subsequently, Rohit, Jadeja, Rishabh Pant, and Shubman Gill made themselves available for the sixth round of Ranji fixtures that begin on Thursday, where Mohammad Siraj and KL Rahul will also play for Hyderabad and Karnataka.

The BCCI has made playing domestic cricket mandatory for its contracted cricketers unless there is a fitness issue following the series loss in Australia earlier this month.

Of late, BCCI rolled out a strict 10-point policy for Indian cricketers, one of which mandates all players to participate in the Ranji Trophy. The BCCI diktat came after India's back-to-back flop show in Tests, which saw them suffer a clean sweep against New Zealand and a dismal outing in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, where they lost the five-match outing 1-3, marking the end of their dominance in Australia. Kohli managed to score just 190 runs across nine innings despite a century in the series opener in Perth.

For Delhi, the availability of Pant and Kohli will be a huge boost as the race for knockout spots heats up. After five rounds, which ended mid-November, Delhi are fourth in Group D, with Tamil Nadu, Chandigarh, and Railways above them. With Tamil Nadu playing Chandigarh in the sixth round, if Delhi manage to get three points or a win against Saurashtra, their match against Railways will become all the more important as a win will take them to the quarterfinals.

For Delhi, Kohli last played a Ranji Trophy match in 2012, where Delhi faced Uttar Pradesh in Ghaziabad. After a decade, it is the first time that Virat Kohli will play for Delhi in any Ranji Trophy match.

Virat Kohli to take part in Delhi's Ranji Trophy clash against Railways: DDCA sources

Delhi's Ranji Trophy squad:
Ayush Badoni (captain), Sanat Sangwan, Arpit Rana, Yash Dhull, Rishabh Pant, Jonty Sidhu, Himmat Singh, Navdeep Saini, Money Grewal, Harsh Tyagi, Siddhant Sharma, Shivam Sharma, Pranav Rajvanshi, Vaibhav Kandpal, Mayank Gussain, Gagan Vats, Ayush Doseja, Rounak Waghela, Sumit Mathur, Rahul Gahlot, Jitesh Singh.
Virat Kohli to be added to this squad.

After a long time nearby 12 year Virat Kohli is going to play Ranji trophy Match against Railway along with Rishabh pant.

Virat's Ranji Returns Strength The Delhi | Kohli Comeback in Ranji Trophy

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Indian pacer Mohammed Shami is set to make a comeback to the national team after a 14-month hiatus due to an ankle injury on his left leg that required surgery. His last appearance for India was in the ODI World Cup final in November 2023.
Shami is expected to return to the Indian team with the first T20I against England at his home ground Eden Gardens on Wednesday. 
He has also been named in India’s squad for the upcoming three-match ODI seriesHe has also been selected for the ODI Champions Trophy squad.
"If you have that hunger, you will always fight back, no matter how many times you get injured.
"Mere dimaag mein hamesha yehi rehta hai mein kitna bhi match khel loon woh mere liye kam hai, kyunke ek baar agar meine cricket chhod toh shayad woh dobara na hoga (No matter how many matches I play, it always feels like less. Because once I leave cricket, I may never get this chance again)," he added.

"It has never happened that players who represent their state or country think about leaving the game after an injury. Whenever we get injured, the only thought in our mind is -- when can we return?" Shami added.
Shami, who missed significant events such as the T20 World Cup and the five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test series, emphasised that overcoming injuries is an integral part of an athlete's journey.
By returning of Shami In the squad the Indian Team Bowling lineup where something is lacking have become more strong than earlier, Which has been seen in previous couple of Series.
Shami also stressed that the game is everything for a player, and life feels incomplete without it. The Indian pacer also admitted that his life has been very difficult, but playing for the country was enough motivation to keep him going.

He signed off by saying, “I used to look at the India jersey every day during my rehab. Playing for Bengal felt like going back to the early days. It gave me new energy and joy.”
How's that Mohammad Shami's Performance in worldcup 2023 was memorable for any bowler 
Where Mohammad Shami took 16 wickets in only Four innings and well expected to do so in upcoming series as well in Icc Champions trophy.
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Team will closely watch how Shami performs physically over the next two weeks. However, it is unlikely that he’ll play all five T20I matches against England, but his performance in the upcoming ODIs will be crucial for India ahead of the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025, as the pacer is aiming to regain his full fitness for the proper comeback.

Mohammad Shami returns in International cricket after injury which happened during world cup 2023,Shami returns will definitely boost indian bowling lineup,where which was totally dependent on Bumrah in last few series.

Shami's Returns Boost Indian Bowling Lineup

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As India vs England T20I series Is going to Start From Wednesday where India Going to face England at Eden Garden,
And the Newly Appointed Vice-captain Axar Patel has hinted at a flexible middle order for the upcoming T20I series against England. The series is set to commence at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on January 22. Axar confirmed that, apart from the openers, no batter's position in the line-up is fixed.

Axar, a key player frequently used as a floater in the Indian team, was promoted to bat at number four in the T20 World Cup 2024 final against South Africa. Alongside him, players like Tilak Varma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, and Rinku Singh have also been utilized as floaters with notable success.

"Batting-wise, it's not just about me. We discussed back in 2023-24 that the openers are fixed, but players from numbers three to seven have been informed that they can be sent to bat anytime, based on the situation. It’s not about one batter playing at a fixed position. The middle order will adapt according to match scenarios, the type of bowlers in action, and favorable match-ups," Axar stated during a press conference.
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For the first time, Axar is part of India's leadership group, having been appointed vice-captain. He expressed enthusiasm about his new role, saying, "It's only been a day, but being in the leadership group comes with added responsibility. The T20I side is already settled, so the pressure is minimal. However, small decisions need to be made, and I need to work closely with Suryakumar during the games."

He further elaborated on the demands of leadership, saying, "As a leader, you must be prepared to make tough decisions. We've discussed the importance of sharing honest opinions, which helps foster trust within the team. T20I is a fast-paced format where decisions must be made quickly, so most of our discussions with the coaches revolve around improving in that area."


Players like Hardik Pandya, Tilak Varma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, and Rinku Singh have all frequently changed their batting positions in recent matches for India.

On Wednesday India is going to face England in Eden Garden, Where in this match Axar Patel is appointed as vice captain for Indian Cricket team. Regarding to team Squad and batting position Axar has says to press that......

Men In Blue Are Ready To Face England at Eden Garden | India Vs England

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IND vs ENG: India T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav talked about his relationship with Hardik Pandya after taking over the captaincy of the team. He said that he shares a great bond with the all-rounders, and it's just the added responsibility that he has. 
Suryakumar Yadav stole the limelight after he was appointed as the captain of the team in the T20I after the T20 World Cup 2024. After Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from the shortest format of the game, it was almost certain that Hardik Pandya would become the captain of the team in the format. 
This was because he captained the team regularly and also was the vice-captain. But in what was a sudden change of plans, Suryakumar Yadav was appointed as the captain of the team. It made many share their take on the same and lash out at the BCCI and Rohit Sharma for the same. 
Suryakumar Yadav, who is the No.1 ranked batter in the T20Is, was allowed to lead the team. The skipper since then has been doing the job well, and the main focus has been on the relationship between the captain and Hardik Pandya, who was robbed of the leadership. 
Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya have been bonding pretty well together since then. Both have shown great camaraderie on the field, and it has been quite evident as well. Their relationship was asked by the reporters ahead of the first T20I against England. 
<h2>IND vs ENG: Hardik is part of the leading group, we have been good friends - Suryakumar Yadav</h2>
Talking about the relationship, Suryakumar Yadav said that they have a great bond. He said that the all-rounder is part of the leading group and they are very good friends. Speaking to reporters, he said: 
"The relationship with Hardik is great - It's just the added responsibility that I have got - Hardik is part of the leading group, we have been good friends". 
Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav will be playing together for the team in the T20I series against England. The first match of the series will be played at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday (22nd January).

Suryakumar Yadav stole the limelight after he was appointed as the captain of the team in the T20I after the T20 World Cup 2024.

India T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav talked about his relationship with Hardik Pandya after taking over the captaincy of the team.

IND vs ENG: Suryakumar Yadav insecure of Hardik Pandya? Massive “Added responsibility” STATEMENT comes

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English batter James Vince has expressed his displeasure over the No-Objection-Certificate (NOC) of the England Cricket Board (ECB). He believes that the ECB is giving preference to the Indian Premier League (IPL) over the Pakistan Super League (PSL) in it's NOC policy. 
Recently, the 33-year-old batter thought that it will be better to leave Domestic Cricket in order to play in the PSL, but now he said that the NOC policy of the ECB is not right. He also went on to make a massive statement that how PSL is better than the IPL.
<h2>'Giving preference to Pakistan Super League (PSL)is a better decision...'</h2>
In a conversation with ESPNCricinfo, James Vince said that apart from me, many other players have failed to understand the NOC policy of the England and Wales Cricket Board. We weren't able to understand why the IPL is getting preference over the Pakistan Super League in the policy of the England Cricket Board? He said that the entire matter is decided by the relationship of the BCCI and the Pakistan Cricket Board with the England Cricket Board, but I believe that giving preference to the Pakistan Super League over the IPL would have been a better decision, but it is not so.
<h3>In what way is the PSL better than the IPL? </h3>
The experienced English batter believes that the PSL is better because it last for less days in comparison to the cash-rich Indian T20 league. In such a situation, if the English players play in the Pakistani Super League, then their chances of missing International Cricket will be less too. 
Let us tell you that recently the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) released it's new NOC policy and in accordance to that policy, if the Three Lions are scheduled to play any international game, then an English player won't be allowed to participate in any t20 league, but if the IPL is taking place, then they can definitely continue to take part in the Indian T20 league.
Do Read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/3-player-battles-to-watch-out-for-in-the-first-ind-vs-eng-t20-at-the-eden-gardens/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">3 Player Battles to Watch out for in the first IND vs ENG T20 at the Eden Gardens</a>

James Vince says his hand was forced by the ECB's stance on NOCs | Image: Getty Images

James Vince has made a massive statement about his preference between the PSL and the IPL and he has also criticised the NOC policy of the England and Wales Cricket Board

James Vince criticizes ECB NOC policy, says PSL is better than IPL

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Team India will be back in action as they will be facing the English challenge. Both boat teams will lock horns in a 5-match T20I series. This will begin with the first game on Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Both teams have a number of superstars representing either side.
That will make this contest great for the fans. There are four in the top six T20I batting stars who will be playing in the series. These two teams have produced many nail-biting battles in the past, and we can expect one in the first game. Below, we will talk about three player battles to watch out for in the first IND vs ENG T20I.
<h2>Three Player Battles to watch out for in the first IND vs ENG T20Is.</h2>
1. Jos Buttler vs Mohammed Shami
Mohammed Shami will be back in action after missing out on more than 16 months due to injury. But he is back and will be bowling the new ball. He will be up against Jos Buttler.
Both are very important for their teams and have been up against each other many times in the past. Shami has dismissed Buttler nine times in international cricket. In T20Is, Shami has dismissed Buttler once in 11 balls and given away 23 runs.
2. Suryakumar Yadav vs Adil Rashid
Suryakumar Yadav will be leading the home team and is coming into this clash with form under his belt. He is India's best batter and the highest-ranked T20I batter in the world. India will want him to score runs here and lead the team to win.
He is good against spin, but Adil Rashid knows how to outfox good batters. Rashid is the no. 1 ranked T20I bowler. Rashid has dismissed Suryakumar once in four balls in T20I, and it will be a great battle to watch out for.
3. Phil Salt vs Arshdeep Singh 
Phil Salt is the no. 2 ranked T20I batter and is very dangerous when he gets going. He is very dangerous and can win the game single-handedly. He was unstoppable for KKR and will be playing at the same venue, Eden Gardens, and will be hoping to fire once again.
Arshdeep Singh is India's premier bowler in this format, and his record against right-hander is great. This will be a crucial battle for the game. Because whoever wins it will give their team a big advantage.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/exclusive-india-announce-squad-for-icc-champions-trophy-2025-shubman-gill-back-as-vice-captain-bumrah-and-shami-return/">Exclusive: India announce squad for ICC Champions Trophy 2025; Shubman Gill back as vice-captain; Bumrah and Shami return</a>

The first T20I between India and England is all set to take place at Eden Gardens at 7 PM on Wednesday.

3 Player Battles to Watch out for in the first IND vs ENG T20 at the Eden Gardens

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The 2025 edition of the Champions Trophy is set to be played from the 19th of February in Pakistan with the Shaheens taking on New Zealand in the opening encounter. The Indian Team will play all of their Champions Trophy fixtures in the city of Dubai but Pakistan will still act as the official hosts of the tournament. 
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had refused to send the Indian Cricket Team to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy, after which the Dubai Hybrid-Model was adopted for the 2013 Champions Trophy winners. Now, a news report has come out claiming that the name of Pakistan, hosts of the tournament will not be written on the Champions Trophy jersey of Team India. 
Let us tell you that during ICC tournaments, the name of the host countries is mandatorily written on the jersey of all participating teams. West Indies &amp; the USA were the host nations of the 2024 T20 World Cup in June of 2024. 
Like all the other participating teams, the names of the West Indies and the USA were also written on the jersey of Team India. Similarly, Pakistan are the official hosts of the Champions Trophy but a news report of Geo Super claims that Pakistan's name is not going to be written on the jersey of the Men in Blue.
An official of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), while having a conversation with the news agency IANS, said that the BCCI is bringing politics into the sport of Cricket. Earlier, the BCCI had reportedly refused to send skipper Rohit Sharma to Pakistan for the opening-ceremony of Champions Trophy 2025.
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Speaking to the news agency on the basis of anonymity, official of the PCB said, "They (BCCI) are trying to bring politics into our beloved sport of Cricket, which isn't good for the sport at all. They refused to send their team to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy. They do not want to send their National Team's skipper to Pakistan for the opening-ceremony. Now, multiple reports are claiming that BCCI does not want the host country's name (Pakistan) to be written on their jersey in the Champions Trophy. We are very sure that the Governing body of Cricket (ICC) will not allow this to happen and they will surely support Pakistan."
</blockquote>

<h2>India to play their first Champions Trophy 2025 match on 20th of February</h2>
It's worth noting that Champions Trophy 2025 will kick off from the 19th of February. The Rohit Sharma-led will play their first match of the competition versus Asian-Rivals Bangladesh on the 20th of February in the city of Dubai.
Do Read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/watch-mohammed-shami-sweats-hard-in-the-nets-ahead-of-england-t20i-series/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Watch - Mohammed Shami sweats hard in the nets ahead of England T20i series</a>

Captain Rohit Sharma (L) and Virat Kohli (R) of India sing the Indian National Anthem in the 2023 ODI World Cup | Image: X (Tanuj Singh)

Team India will reportedly not write the name of Pakistan, the hosts of Champions Trophy 2025 on their jersey

BCCI REFUSES TO PRINT PAKISTAN ON INDIA'S JERSEY - BCCI has refused to print Host Pakistan's name on Team India's Champions Trophy Jersey.

Pakistan's name will not be written on Team India's jersey in Champions Trophy, PCB unhappy with BCCI

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IPL 2025 Lucknow Super Giants: The stage is set for the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to turn a new leaf in the 2025 IPL season. After a high-stakes mega auction held in Jeddah, the franchise has made bold moves, with none bolder than acquiring Rishabh Pant for a record-breaking INR 27 Crore, making him the most expensive player in IPL history. Adding to the excitement, Pant has been named captain, marking a fresh beginning for the team.
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Pant expressed his gratitude and determination at the unveiling ceremony: "I will give my 200% and that's my commitment to you. Looking forward to a new beginning, with new energy, and just have a blast out there." His enthusiasm mirrors LSG's ambitions as they look to make a strong impact this season.
<h2>Strengths of LSG: A Solid Batting Core</h2>
LSG's biggest asset this year is their formidable batting lineup. With heavyweights like Rishabh Pant, David Miller, Nicholas Pooran, and the young Ayush Badoni, the team has a blend of experience and raw talent. The middle order is particularly strong, promising stability and fireworks when needed. Former Indian cricketer and LSG mentor Zaheer Khan noted: "We have lots to achieve, and you personally [Pant] have a lot to give to this beautiful game of cricket."
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The inclusion of players like Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh adds depth and flexibility to the squad. The batting order is well-equipped to handle pressure situations, which could be pivotal in their quest for the playoffs.
<h2>Weaknesses of LSG: A Bowling Department Under Pressure</h2>
Despite their strong batting, LSG's bowling lineup lacks the same level of assurance. The pace attack, led by Avesh Khan and Mohsin Khan, shows potential but lacks experience in crunching IPL moments.
With young bowlers like Mayank Yadav and Shamar Joseph yet to establish themselves, the bowling unit might struggle against seasoned batting lineups. The management will need to focus on building confidence and strategy for their bowlers.
<h2>Opportunities in LSG: Spotlight on Young Talent</h2>
The mega auction saw LSG invest heavily in young and promising players. This season provides a golden opportunity for these talents to showcase their skills on a big stage, potentially paving their way into international cricket. Players like Arshin Kulkarni and Digvesh Singh will look to learn from veterans and make the most of their chances.
Pant emphasized backing players and fostering confidence: "If you give confidence and trust to a player, he will do things which you can't even imagine for you and for the team." His leadership style could unlock new dimensions in LSG's performance.
<h2>Threats for LSG: Fragile Foundations in Key Areas</h2>
LSG’s Achilles heel lies in their overreliance on top-order stars. If players like Pant, Miller, or Pooran fail in a game, the middle and lower order might struggle to shoulder the responsibility. Additionally, inconsistent form from key players like Marsh and Markram adds an element of uncertainty. The team also carries the baggage of missing playoffs last season, which could play on their minds.
<h2>Rishabh Pant: A Leader with a Vision</h2>
Pant brings leadership experience, having captained Delhi Capitals, and a fresh perspective after recovering from personal challenges, including his near-fatal road accident. Zaheer Khan reflected on his journey: "To see you grow as a fine cricketer... inspiring a new style of play, is commendable." Under his leadership, LSG aims to play fearless and entertaining cricket.
Owner Sanjiv Goenka has ambitious goals for the franchise. Drawing inspiration from IPL giants like Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings, he stated: "Support us, and I assure you that LSG will not disappoint you. You fall down, stand up, run faster." With seasoned mentors like Zaheer Khan and head coach Justin Langer in the dugout, LSG is building a team culture focused on consistency and resilience.
As the season approaches, LSG fans have much to look forward to. The combination of experienced players, promising young talent, and a dynamic captain promises a thrilling campaign. With a fearless attitude and renewed focus, LSG is ready to take the IPL 2025 by storm.

Lucknow Super Giants start afresh for IPL 2025 under Rishabh Pant’s leadership. With a strong batting lineup and young talent, the team aims to overcome challenges and play fearless, exciting cricket.

Rishabh Pant leads LSG in IPL 2025. Backed by power-packed batting and emerging talents, they’re set for a thrilling season.

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The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will kick off on February 19, with 15 exciting ODIs spread across three weeks. The tournament will feature eight top teams, divided into two groups: Group A and Group B. Each group will play a round-robin format, where every team faces the other teams in their group. The top two teams from each group will then progress to the semi-finals.
Matches will be played in Pakistan and the UAE. Dubai hosting some of the biggest fixtures, including the highly anticipated Pakistan vs India match on February 23. The tournament will culminate with two semi-finals on March 4 and March 5, followed by the grand final on March 9. 

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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Matches
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<td>Feb 19, Wed</td>
<td>Pakistan vs New Zealand, 1st Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 20, Thu</td>
<td>Bangladesh vs India, 2nd Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 21, Fri</td>
<td>Afghanistan vs South Africa, 3rd Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 22, Sat</td>
<td>Australia vs England, 4th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 23, Sun</td>
<td>Pakistan vs India, 5th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 24, Mon</td>
<td>Bangladesh vs New Zealand, 6th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 25, Tue</td>
<td>Australia vs South Africa, 7th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 26, Wed</td>
<td>Afghanistan vs England, 8th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 27, Thu</td>
<td>Pakistan vs Bangladesh, 9th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 28, Fri</td>
<td>Afghanistan vs Australia, 10th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Mar 01, Sat</td>
<td>South Africa vs England, 11th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Mar 02, Sun</td>
<td>New Zealand vs India, 12th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Mar 04, Tue</td>
<td>1st Semi-Final (A1 v B2)</td>
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<td>Mar 05, Wed</td>
<td>2nd Semi-Final (B1 v A2)</td>
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<td>Mar 09, Sun</td>
<td>Final</td>
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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 schedule PDF download. Download PDF with group-stage matches, semi-finals, and the grand final. Get all the details for the February 19 - March 9 tournament!

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With the change in colours of the ball and clothing, India, mostly with a different set of personnel, will be keen to live up to its World champion’s tag in the five-match T20I series against England, dubbed as ‘SKYball’ vs ‘Bazball,’ and redeem some pride following its Test series debacle in home and away against New Zealand and Australia respectively.


India’s winning streak in the shortest format of the game has seen them wrap up every bilateral T20 series since August 2023 and captain Suryakumar Yadav will look to build on his new-look team’s success before their co-hosted T20 World Cup in February 2026.

The focus will also be on coach Gautam Gambhir, who has faced some criticism after the two Test series defeats. The doughty Delhiite, who coached India to T20 series wins over Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh, has captained and mentored Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to title wins in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and will look forward to his familiar turf and format to guide India to some positive results and revive his credibility.

The contests between both sides have been closely matched, with India winning 13 of their 24 matches in the shortest format, including the last one at the semifinals of the T20 World Cup 2024 in Guyana.
England have beaten India in the remaining 11 T20 games.

Although the records says that both team have almost equal chances for being winner 
But if we see slightly deep the chances for Indian team will be more to win series because of their previous few series records state that Indian have more chances of being sealing this series.


Teams (from)
India (from): Suryakumar Yadav (capt.), Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel (v-capt.), Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammad Shami, Varun Chakaravarthy, Ravi Bishnoi, Washington Sundar, Dhruv Jurel (wk).
England: Jos Buttler (capt.), Ben Duckett, Phil Salt (wk), Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood.

First T20: Wednesday, January 22 at 7pm (13:30 GMT) – Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Second T20: Saturday, January 25 at 7pm (13:30 GMT) – MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Third T20: Tuesday, January 28 at 7pm (13:30 GMT) – SCA Stadium, Rajkot
Fourth T20: Friday, January 31 at 7pm (13:30 GMT) – MCA Stadium, Pune
Fifth T20: Sunday, February 2 at 7pm (13:30 GMT) – Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

India is ready to continue their streak of T20I matches that Indian team has done with couples of previous series

Indian team ready to continue their winning streak of T20I series

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Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially announced the schedules for the next three editions of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Here you can find the IPL 2025, 2026, and 2027 seasons schedule, key updates and  everything you need to know.
<h3>IPL 2025 Schedule</h3>
Start Date: March 14, 2025
Final Match: May 25, 2025
Total Matches: 74
The 2025 season will kick off on March 14 and conclude with the final on May 25. This season will retain the familiar structure of 74 matches.
<h3>IPL 2026 Schedule</h3>
Start Date: March 15, 2026
Final Match: May 31, 2026
Total Matches: 84
In 2026, the IPL will expand its format slightly, increasing the total number of matches to 84. This extended season will run from March 15 to May 31.
<h3>IPL 2027 Schedule</h3>
Start Date: March 14, 2027
Final Match: May 30, 2027
Total Matches: 84
The 2027 edition will follow the same structure as 2026, with 84 matches played across the tournament. Scheduled to begin on March 14 and wrap up on May 30.
Key Updates for IPL 2025-2027
<h2>Tournament Format</h2>
The IPL will continue with its established ten-team format, divided into two groups. Each team will:
Play twice against teams in their group.
Play twice against the team in the same row in the other group.
Play once against the remaining four teams in the other group.
The top four teams based on aggregate points will qualify for the playoffs, ensuring the best sides compete for the coveted trophy.
<h2>Broadcasting Rights</h2>
These editions will be the first IPL seasons after the merger between Viacom18 and Star India, forming JioStar. Previously, Star India held the satellite broadcasting rights, and Viacom18 managed the digital streaming rights through JioCinema for the 2023–27 IPL cycle. Following the merger, JioStar will now oversee the tournament’s entire broadcasting landscape..
<h2>More Matches in IPL 2026 and 2027</h2>
The increase in the number of matches from 74 to 84 in 2026 and 2027 reflects the growing demand for IPL. Fans will have more opportunities to watch their favorite teams and players in matches.

<h3>Question you asked: </h3>
When will IPL 2025 begins? 
IPL 2025 will start from 14 March, 2025.
Where you can watch the IPL 2025 matches in India free?
JioCinema.
How many matches will be there in IPL 2025?
74 matches.

Confirmed schedule for IPL 2025, 2026, and 2027, including key updates, match details, and broadcasting changes for the upcoming seasons.