<h2 class="has-white-color has-vivid-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background" id="1-ishan-kishan">1. Ishan Kishan</h2>



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<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>PLAYERS</td><td>COUNTRY</td><td>BASE PRICE</td><td>SOLD FOR</td></tr><tr><td>Ishan Kishan</td><td>India</td><td>2 crore</td><td>15.25 Crores INR</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2 class="has-white-color has-vivid-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background" id="2-deepak-chahar">2. Deepak Chahar</h2>



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<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>PLAYERS</td><td>COUNTRY</td><td>BASE PRICE</td><td>SOLD FOR</td></tr><tr><td>Deepak Chahar</td><td>India</td><td>2 crore</td><td>14 Crores INR</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2 class="has-white-color has-vivid-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background" id="3-shreyas-iyer">3. Shreyas Iyer</h2>



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<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>PLAYERS</td><td>COUNTRY</td><td>BASE PRICE</td><td>SOLD FOR</td></tr><tr><td>Shreyas Iyer</td><td>India</td><td>2 crore</td><td>12.25</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2 class="has-white-color has-vivid-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background" id="4-harshal-patel">4. Harshal Patel</h2>



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<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>PLAYERS</td><td>COUNTRY</td><td>BASE PRICE</td><td>SOLD FOR</td></tr><tr><td>Harshal Patel</td><td>India</td><td>2 crore</td><td>10.75</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2 class="has-white-color has-vivid-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background" id="5-wanindu-hasaranga-nicholas-pooran-shardul-thakur">5. Wanindu Hasaranga, Nicholas Pooran, Shardul Thakur</h2>



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<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>PLAYERS</td><td>COUNTRY</td><td>BASE PRICE</td><td>SOLD FOR</td></tr><tr><td>Wanindu Hasaranga</td><td>Sri Lanka</td><td>1 crore</td><td>10.75</td></tr><tr><td>Nicholas Pooran</td><td>WI</td><td>1.5 crore</td><td>10.75</td></tr><tr><td>Shardul Thakur</td><td>India</td><td>2 crore</td><td>10.75</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

IPL 2022 Mega Auction Day 1: TOP 5 players with highest sold price

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The Sunrisers Hyderabad had a decent campaign in TATA IPL 2022. The maestros from Hyderabad did face a problem that ruined their campaign. The concerning form of Kane Williamson was a major reason. The unavailability of Washington Sundar also spoiled the party for SRH. The silver lining for the team was the rise of <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/abhishek-sharma/" target="_blank" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/abhishek-sharma/" rel="noreferrer noopener">Abhishek Sharma </a>and the form of Rahul Tripathi. However, the Sunrisers do need to update their arsenal of all-rounders for the upcoming season. So, who are the all-rounders that they can target? The presence of Washington Sundar already in the squad will also play a major role in this decision. ?



<h2>1) Liam Livingstone can play for Sunrisers Hyderabad:&nbsp;</h2>



The reason that the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the form of Nicholas Pooran. Pooran had a good or decent as to say run with the bat. However, he did not justify the 10.75 Crore tag associated with him. The Sunrisers wanted an explosive batter at the number 4 or number 5 position but what they got instead was just overrun a ball by Pooran. The situation for Pooran however was not very ideal always. ?



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2022/06/Liam-Livingstone-min-1.jpg" alt="Liam Livingstone" class="wp-image-90730" /><figcaption>IMG SRC: NDTV Sports</figcaption></figure>



But Liam Livingstone on the other hand delivered big time. Every time the<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/punjab-kings-top-3-all-rounders-to-target-in-tata-ipl-2023/" target="_blank" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/punjab-kings-top-3-all-rounders-to-target-in-tata-ipl-2023/" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Punjab Kings</a> were in a crisis, the lad from England played very well. He was range hitting the bowlers. He was hitting sixes at his will. His 117m hit over square leg to Mohammed Shami left everyone speechless. Liam is an example for all the next-generation cricketers as he does every task on the field. He bats, bowls leg-spin, bowls off-spin and is a gun fielder. His fitness is also remarkable. ?



SRH can sell out Nicholas Pooran and Romario Shepherd and get the price money required to buy Liam Livingstone and he is a much safer commodity. They will however have to make a lucrative offer to Liam so that he gets released from the Punjab Kings. &nbsp;



<h2>2) Odean Smith can play for the Sunrisers Hyderabad:&nbsp;</h2>



Odean Smith is an ideal replacement for Romario Shepherd. Romario was bought by the Sunrisers Hyderabad for a whopping 7.75 Crores. But his performance was very mediocre. If a team invests big money in a player, the player is expected to at least play all the games but this was not the case with Romario. ?



After a few failures in the initial games, Romario was dropped. What the Sunrisers can do is to let go of <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ipl-2022-lsg-vs-srh-lucknow-win-by-12-runs-avesh-khan-shines/" target="_blank" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ipl-2022-lsg-vs-srh-lucknow-win-by-12-runs-avesh-khan-shines/" rel="noreferrer noopener">Romario Shepherd</a> and try to get him at a lower price. Or try to get Odean Smith who has at least shown some promise with the bat for the Punjab Kings. The perks of playing Odean include the facts that he bowls 145 clicks and gives 2 to 3 dependable overs in the powerplay if required. ?



<h2>3) Abhishek Sharma:&nbsp;</h2>



Rather than looking around the Sunrisers must make sure that Abhishek Sharma decides to play for them. He was bought by 6.25 Cores at the TATA IPL 2022 Mega Auction by the Sunrisers Hyderabad. Abhishek was coming from a decent domestic season and had started opening the batting for the Punjab domestic team. ?



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Sunrisers Hyderabad did the same trick and floated Abhishek up the order. Kane Williamson was struggling big time but the pangs were not felt as Abhishek was doing well. With limited support from the other end, Abhishek still notched up 426 runs. He belongs to the batch of Prithvi Shaw, Shubman Gill, and Kamlesh Nagarkoti. He was earlier used as a pinch-hitter and as a part-time bowler. &nbsp;



The Sunrisers made a great decision by backing Abhishek Sharma. Now it is their chance to effectively use this youth sensation. He can do wonders for the team even with the ball as he has a knack for picking wickets. He gives 1 to 2 overs of off-spin. ?



To read more such articles go to <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/tata-ipl-2022-top-5-bowling-performances-in-ipl-2022/" target="_blank" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/tata-ipl-2022-top-5-bowling-performances-in-ipl-2022/" rel="noreferrer noopener">TATA IPL 2022: Top 5 Bowling Performances in IPL 2022</a>.?



Read more such articles at <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/royal-challengers-bangalore-3-all-rounders-to-target-in-ipl-2023/" target="_blank" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/royal-challengers-bangalore-3-all-rounders-to-target-in-ipl-2023/" rel="noreferrer noopener">Royal Challengers Bangalore: 3 All-Rounders to Target in IPL 2023.</a>



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To know more go to the<a href="https://www.sunrisershyderabad.in/" target="_blank" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.sunrisershyderabad.in/" rel="noreferrer noopener"> official website</a> of the Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Sunrisers Hyderabad: Top 3 New All-Rounders to Target for TATA IPL 2023.&nbsp;

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The T20 format is meant to be played the Caribbean way. It is a game filled with slam-bang hitting and electric fielding. The West Indies Cricket team is hence very successful in this format. It is the only team that has won the T20 world cup 2 times. They won their 1st ICC T20 World Cup in 2012, in Sri Lanka. The second win came in the 2016 ICC T20 World Cup which was held in India. The West Indies Cricket team is always filled with T20 superstars. So, what does the team shape up like before the ICC T20 World Cup? Here is an in-depth look:?



<h2>West Indies Cricket Team Schedule for ICC T20 World Cup:&nbsp;</h2>



**The West Indies have to play the initial part of the tournament to qualify for the Super 12s**&nbsp;



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Date&nbsp;</td><td>Match Between&nbsp;</td><td>Venue&nbsp;</td><td>Timing&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>17th October 2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td><td>West Indies VS Scotland&nbsp;</td><td>Bellerive Oval, Hobart&nbsp;</td><td>15:00hrs (Australian Local Time)&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>19th October 2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td><td>West Indies VS Qualifier 1&nbsp;</td><td>Bellerive Oval, Hobart&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td><td>19:00hrs (Australian Local Time)&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>21st October 2022&nbsp;</td><td>West Indies VS Qualifier 4&nbsp;</td><td>Bellerive Oval, Hobart&nbsp;</td><td>15:00hrs (Australian Local Time)&nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2>West Indies Team for the ICC T20 World Cup 2022:&nbsp;</h2>



The following is the probable squad to be picked by the West Indies Cricket Team:?



Probable Playing XI:?



<ol><li>Shai Hope&nbsp;</li></ol>



<ol start="2"><li>Ewin Lewis&nbsp;</li></ol>



<ol start="3"><li>Lendl Simmons&nbsp;</li></ol>



<ol start="4"><li>Nicholas Pooran (C and WK)&nbsp;</li></ol>



<ol start="5"><li>Roston Chase&nbsp;</li></ol>



<ol start="6"><li>Andre Russell&nbsp;</li></ol>



<ol start="7"><li>Jason Holder&nbsp;</li></ol>



<ol start="8"><li>Odean Smith&nbsp;</li></ol>



<ol start="9"><li>Akil Hossein ?</li></ol>



<ol start="10"><li>Alzarri Joseph&nbsp;</li></ol>



<ol start="11"><li>Obed McCoy&nbsp;</li></ol>



Bench Strength:?



<ol><li>Brandon King (Back-Up Opener)&nbsp;</li></ol>



<ol start="2"><li>Romario Shepherd (Back-Up All Rounder)&nbsp;</li></ol>



<ol start="3"><li>Hayden Walsh Junior (Back-Up Spinner)&nbsp;</li></ol>



<ol start="4"><li>Darren Bravo (Back-Up Middle Order)&nbsp;</li></ol>



<h2>Nicholas Pooran to lead the West Indies Cricket Team:&nbsp;</h2>



Nicholas Pooran will be leading the West Indies Cricket Team for the first time in his career. The reason this gets a special mention is that Nicholas is relatively a less-experienced player. The team is filled with Superstars like Russell, Holder, Lendl Simmons, and Odean Smith. It will be a tough task for Nicholas to manage all these superstars. Kieron Pollard announced his international retirement and as a consequence, this role has been given to Nicholas Pooran. ?



<h2>West Indies to Reach the Super 12s:&nbsp;</h2>



The West Indies are expected to easily make it to the Super 12s. But to go a step further they will have to play out of their skins. ?



To read more go to<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/icc-t20-world-cup-2022-schedule-announced-matches-venues-ind-vs-pak-on-23-october/" target="_blank" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/icc-t20-world-cup-2022-schedule-announced-matches-venues-ind-vs-pak-on-23-october/" rel="noreferrer noopener"> ICC T20 World Cup 2022 Schedule Announced. Matches, Venues, Ind VS Pak on 23 October!?</a>



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To read more go to <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/england-cricket-team-icc-t20-world-cup-2022-best-playing-xi-squad-schedule-venues-timings-predictions/" target="_blank" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/england-cricket-team-icc-t20-world-cup-2022-best-playing-xi-squad-schedule-venues-timings-predictions/" rel="noreferrer noopener">England Cricket Team: ICC T20 World Cup 2022, Best Playing XI, Squad, Schedule, Venues, Timings, Predictions.?</a>



To know more go to the <a href="https://www.t20worldcup.com/" target="_blank" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.t20worldcup.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener">official website of the ICC T20 World Cup.</a>

West Indies Cricket Team: ICC T20 World Cup 2022, Best Playing XI, Squad, Schedule, Venues, Timings, Predictions.&nbsp;

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The T20 World Cup is always a hot topic of discussion amongst experts, analysts and fans from all across the world. The tournament featuring teams in the shortest format of the game has always been great to watch for each one of us for sure.&nbsp;



Over the years T20I matches have provided the fans with several unimaginable moments on the field. Top-level teams have delivered wonderful performances at crucial moments and changed the entire complexion of the game in a matter of a few overs, or even a few balls.&nbsp;



The batting department of the teams has often come to the rescue and helped the side conquer the opposition with some fantastic big hits. Hence it's the batters of a team which the management relies upon to win then a match from tough situations.&nbsp;



It's due to this reason that every team that is to participate in the upcoming T20 World Cup would like to strengthen its batting department to the fullest so as to get the upper hand in the majority of the games. It's time for us to have look at the top three batsmen who might be the highest run scorers in this T20 World Cup 2022. 



<h2>3. Rohit Sharma</h2>



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At no.3 in the list is India's skipper Rohit Sharma. The man who's been newly appointed the skipper of the Indian team in all three formats will also be a key factor in India's batting lineup in the upcoming T20 World Cup. The right-hander has scored 290 runs in 13 T20I innings so far this year. He has batted with a fine strike rate of 140.&nbsp;



The fact that he has more often provided India with quick-fire starts in most of the matches will be a great relief to the rest of his teammates and the management in particular. The Hitman will surely be looking to continue with such good performances in the event as big as the T20 World Cup as well.



<h2>2. Nicholas Pooran</h2>



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<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Indies_cricket_team">West Indies</a> Skipper finds a second place in this list. Nicholas Pooran has been one of the most consistent run scorers for his side in the recent past and has proved to be the backbone of the West Indian batting lineup.&nbsp;



The left-hander has always managed to counter the opposition bowlers and stabilise the innings with wonderful shots under tough circumstances. Pooran has 553 runs in 17 T20I innings for West Indies so far in 2022 with a good strike rate of 135.7.&nbsp;



The fact that he's smashed 5 half centuries, the most by any player in T20Is this year so far speaks loads of the fine current form he is in. He definitely will be a massively important player for West Indies and stands a chance to be the highest run scorer in T20 World Cup later this year.



<h2>1. Babar Azam</h2>



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The top position in this list belongs to Pakistan's skipper Babar Azam. Babar has been one of the most impressive and dominant batsmen in the world in recent times across all formats. However, it's mostly in the white ball cricket where he has had a more significant role to play for his side.&nbsp;



The 28-year-old has scored a fantastic half-century in the only T20I match that he's played so far this year against Australia. However, the proof of his being in great touch in T20Is was clear with his performances in 2021, when he scored over 550 runs in 23 T20I innings.&nbsp;



Babar will surely be looking to continue his great form with the bat in the upcoming major ICC tournament, the T20 world cup too. No doubt he will be the player to watch out for in the tournament this year and might be the top run-getter for sure.



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Top 3 players who can be the leading run scorers in T20 World Cup 2022

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The Men in Maroon from the Caribbean have made the T20 game their very own. The West Indies will come to the ICC T20 World Cup 2022 not as favorites but as strong competition. The team doesn?t have regular senior players. But the presence of fresher faces who are T20 specialists can help the team. Also, names like Russell and Narine will get a wake-up call. Here is an in-depth look at the team:?



<h2>ICC T20 World Cup 2022: West Indies Squad:&nbsp;</h2>



Nicholas Pooran (capt), Rovman Powell, Yannic Cariah, Johnson Charles, Sheldon Cottrell, Shimron Hetmyer, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Kyle Mayers, Obed McCoy, Raymon Reifer, Odean Smith.&nbsp;



<h2>Expected Playing XI:&nbsp;</h2>



Evin Lewis, Brandon King (WK), Kyle Mayers, Shimron Hetmyer, Nicholas Pooran, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Odean Smith, Alzarri Joseph, Akeal Hossien, Obed McCoy.&nbsp;



<h2>Strengths of the West Indies Cricket Team at the ICC T20 World Cup 2022:?</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2022/09/Nicholas-Pooran-min-1024x576.jpg" alt="ICC T20 World Cup 2022" class="wp-image-94387" /><figcaption>The strength of this team lies in its senior players like Pooran and Holder. IMG SRC: The Indian Express.</figcaption></figure>



The biggest strength of the West Indies cricket team is the presence of T20 specialists. The team is loaded with specialist players. These are players who have played the format all over the globe and have a good experience. So, even young players like Hetmyer and Pooran have a truckload of experience. The next strength is similar to that of Australia. West Indies also has multi-dimensional players. ?



<h2>Weakness of the West Indies Cricket Team at the ICC T20 World Cup 2022:&nbsp;</h2>



The evident weakness is the spin bowling department and the opening combination. The spin bowling department just has one established name and that is Akeal Hossien. Hossien is not a very lucrative name on the list but the West Indies do not have any other option. At the opening position it is a fight between 3 players. Ewin Lewis, Brandon King, Johnson Charles, and Kyle Mayers will fight for the 2 positions. But none of the batters looks at the song.?



<h2>Opportunities for the West Indies Cricket Team:&nbsp;</h2>



With many new faces, there are a whole lot of opportunities. One cannot forget that it is also an opportunity for Nicholas Pooran to effectively lead the West Indies team. The spin department relies on Hossien so he is bound to get many games at the ICC t20 World Cup 2022.?



<h2>Threats:?</h2>



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The threat is the ability of the West Indies to spoil their party. West Indies lose a game due to one big reason. It is a fact that they spoil their own game because of their ?SLAMBANG? approach. They need to be a little more thoughtful and need to plan out how to deal with situations. The team doesn?t lack in ability. It is just about the mindset.?



<h2>Prediction:</h2>



The West Indies will be unfortunately knocked out in the group stage because their group has England and Australia. ?



To know more go to <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/mohammed-shami-indian-pacer-tests-covid-positive-will-miss-3-t20i-series-vs-australia-umesh-named-replacement/" target="_blank" data-type="post" data-id="94374" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mohammed Shami: Indian Pacer Tests Covid Positive. Will Miss 3 T20I Series VS Australia. Umesh Named Replacement.</a>



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To know more go to the <a href="https://www.windiescricket.com/" target="_blank" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.windiescricket.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener">official website of the West Indies Cricket Board</a>.?

ICC T20 World Cup 2022: West Indies&nbsp;Team&nbsp;Best SWOT Analysis, Squad, Predictions, Schedule. All You Need to Know.&nbsp;

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Scotland vs West Indies Match Highlight: Today, Scotland thrashed the two-time T20 World Cup champions West Indies by 42 runs. Let's have a look at all player's performances and match Highlights.



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Teams



West Indies (Playing XI): Kyle Mayers, Evin Lewis, Brandon King, Shamarh Brooks, Nicholas Pooran(w/c), Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Odean Smith, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Obed McCoy



Scotland (Playing XI): George Munsey, Michael Jones, Matthew Cross(w), Richie Berrington(c), Calum MacLeod, Chris Greaves, Michael Leask, Mark Watt, Josh Davey, Safyaan Sharif, Brad Wheal



<h2>MATCH HIGHLIGHTS:</h2>



After Namibia now Scotland gave a huge surprise to all cricket lovers after beating two-time T20 World Champions West Indies by 42 runs. This is 3rd match of the tournament's qualifying round played today at Bellerive Oval in Hobart.



After winning the toss, West Indies captain Nicholas Pooran decided to bowl first. In response, On a challenging pitch, George Munsey open the innings and finished an undefeated inning of 66 in 53 balls with 9 fours. Overall Scotland scored 160 runs in 20 overs. Chasing a score of 161 West Indies Batsman collides and is unable to play 20 overs. West Indies got all out on 118 runs, Jason Holder is a high scorer from his team. He scored 38 in 33 balls. Scotland won the match by 42 runs.



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Man of the Match - George Munsey



George Munsey(after the match) -"The injury is not fantastic, but it's ok. We'll assess our performance tonight and make the best effort we can for the rest of the week. I'm always trying to become better, but I felt the boys did a great job. We fought in the field as everyone else does; men took their catches, and Watty (Mark Watt) bowled with outstanding figures and class. A really strong performance was given. I enjoyed the beginning and found it a little difficult after the break, but I always enjoyed playing here in Australia. The boys took the heat off of me in the middle after that rain delay. We proceeded in this way because we were confident we had enough on the board to defend."



Berrington(Scotland Captain): "It's a unique victory for us. Over the past year, a lot of effort has gone into this. incredibly pleased with the boys. T20 cricket has not been played as frequently as we would have wanted (Scotland played only 2 T20Is between World Cups). But because we participated in a lot of 50-over cricket, it was crucial that we carried over those skills to T20 cricket. After the good start, we continued to consider a few. But we were aware that this was a tough score. The bowlers were outstanding. In the powerplay, Mark Watt excelled, and he frequently claims significant wickets. Leask had four straight superb overs today."

T20 World Cup 2022,3rd Match SCO vs WI: Scotland Shocks Windies to record tournament Upset.

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The IPL 2023 auction is scheduled to take place in December. The latest update regarding the IPL 2023 auction is the list of released players by the IPL teams. The teams were requested to announce their retentions and releases by the 15th, and they did so. There are many surprises. Many big names have been sacked. But this will add to the spice of the IPL 2023 auction. Here is a look at the top 5 players who will be in high demand in IPL 2023:?



<h2>Nicholas Pooran will be a part of the IPL 2023 Auction:?</h2>



Nicholas Pooran, the captain of the Caribbean Kings, will be in demand during the IPL 2023 Auction. He went for a whopping 11 Crores last time around. He will take home at least 5 Crore this time around as well. Middle-order batters are a product that is always required and Nicholas is one such experienced player. ?



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He has played freelance cricket all-over the globe. His experience improves his portfolio. Pooran can be a finisher and can hold the innings together as well. His record in India is good too.&nbsp;



<h2>Kane Williamson will be a part of the IPL 2023 Auction:?</h2>



Kane Williamson, is a technically sound player. Times may come and go but a technical player will always stay in trend. There is a lot of criticism around his strike rate and how slow he is in the T20 sport. But at times these players are required too. These players come in handy when the par score on a pitch is 130 or 140. In such situations, technical game is required. Kane is also a good leader. He can be easily chosen as a part of the leadership group. ?



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Kane will not take a lot of money but will be a value for money. He will justify the amount he takes. He can either be used as an opener or as a number 3. Below that you cannot make use of him. He can bat alongside Butler or Ishan Kishan or any other explosive opener. &nbsp;



<h2>Daniel Sams:?</h2>



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Daniel Sams and his IPL career was tarnished a bit by the 35 run over against Pat Cummins. But in the far end of the season his performances had drastically improved. It is curious to see that the Mumbai Indians did not let go off any of their batters. The batters were the ones who had a terrible season but their entire bowling has been given a revamp. Sams is a good player to say the least. He can swing the ball in the beginning and give you tight overs at the end as well. He is a complete T20 package with the batting that he offers.&nbsp;



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IPL 2023 Auction: Top 3?Released Players who will be in High Demand in IPL 2023 Auction. ?

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Days after his team's disastrous performance in the recently finished T20 World Cup 2022, West Indies batter Nicholas Pooran has decided to resign as the captain of the ODI and T20I teams. West Indies, who have won the trophy twice and most recently in 2016, struggled to get past the group round at the T20 World Cup in Australia last month after losses to Scotland and Ireland.



West Indies entered the tournament by defeating Zimbabwe easily in the qualifications, but they were shocked by Scotland and Ireland and finished last in their group, missing out on the Super 12 stage for the first time ever in the tournament's history. Cricket West Indies, after the team's elimination from the world championship, stated that the board would make some bold moves and do a proper scan of the team's circumstances. Following the team's Test series against Sri Lanka, West Indies head coach Phil Simmons also made the decision to resign from his position after the team was eliminated from the T20 World Cup.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="http://www.icccricketschedule.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/ireland-vs-wi-1-1024x538.jpg" alt="West Indies lost to Ireland in World Cup Qualifiers" class="wp-image-98030" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">West Indies lost to Ireland in World Cup Qualifiers (ICC)</figcaption></figure>



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<h2>Nicholas Pooran steps down as West Indies' T20I and ODI skipper</h2>



Pooran, who was leading the West Indies in the World Cup, received criticism from all sides for his team's poor performance and failure to deliver with the bat on the individual level. On Monday, Pooran announced his resignation as captain. He claimed it was the correct move and would allow the squad enough time to be ready for the upcoming major ICC competitions.



In a lengthy social media post, Pooran said that receiving the West Indies captaincy was an honor but stressed that it would be best for both sides if he resigned. The left-handed hitter declared that he will keep leading the team's locker room and supporting his teammates.



On Instagram, Pooran wrote, ?I have given the captaincy a great deal of thought since the enormous disappointment of the T20 World Cup. I took on the role with great pride and dedication and have given it absolutely everything over the past year. The T20 World Cup is something that must not define us and I will readily get involved in the upcoming reviews. And whilst it will be several months until we reconvene as a squad, I want to give CWI plenty of time to prepare for the matches against South Africa in March and beyond.?



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?This is not me giving up. I remain ambitious and still view the captaincy of West Indies cricket as an honor that is bestowed upon you. There is no doubt I remain fully committed to West Indies cricket and I look forward to providing my services as a senior player in a supportive role. By stepping down now as the West Indies white ball captain I believe it is in the best interests of the team and for me personally, as I need to concentrate on what I can deliver to the side as a player. I desperately want us to be successful and the most value I can give to the team is through fully focusing on the role of consistently scoring runs at crucial times,? he added.



?I am very thankful to CWI for the opportunity and faith shown in me and for the support that I have received from our devoted fans since taking the role. And to my teammates who have worked so hard as well. I know we have it in us to carry West Indies cricket forward and be proud,? he concluded.



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Nicholas Pooran steps down as West Indies' T20I and ODI skipper

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IPL 2023: 3 Players Mumbai Indians (MI) can buy in IPL 2023 Auction: Mumbai Indians (MI) would hope for a better outing in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) following their disastrous play in the Tata IPL 2022. MI finished in the last position in the league stage and received a wooden spoon for their miserable performance in the last edition of the Indian Premier League.?



While not many had predicted Mumbai?s downfall in the IPL 2022, the fact is that MI sacrificed one IPL season to keep shining in the upcoming seasons of the elite tournament. Their IPL 2022 mega-auction purchases support the fact that they knew they might have to suffer a downfall if things didn?t come out well.



MI were reckoned as a lazy bidder in the IPL 2022 auction. Mumbai remained mostly silent throughout the bidding process and only went bonkers over a few cricketers which include Ishan Kishan, Jofra Archer and Tim David.



Many experts criticised Mumbai Indians (MI) for their ailing auction strategy whereby they spent more than half of their purse value in the purchase of three aforementioned cricketers - Ishan Kishan (15.25 Crore), Jofra Archer (8 Crore) and Tim David (8.25 Crore), but not many knew that the five times IPL champions were inclined to sacrifice one IPL season to form an intimidating side that can easily conquer the tournament in coming few years.



Moreover, MI?s other purchases reiterated the fact that they wanted to build a strong side from scratch once again. The likes of Dewald Bravis, Tristin Stubbs, Tilak Verma, and Hrithik Shokeen are all the stars in making.



Meanwhile, the IPL 2023 auction for Mumbai Indians (MI) will be all about plucking the gaps in their squad. The franchise has retained most of its squad and has its first playing11 in place. This article would lead you through 3 Players Mumbai Indians (MI) can buy in IPL 2023 Auction.



<h2>3 Players Mumbai Indians (MI) can buy in IPL 2023 Auction</h2>



<h3>Nicholas Pooran:</h3>



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While Nicholas Pooran may not be one of Mumbai?s top choices, they certainly want one backup wicketkeeper for young Ishan Kishan. Pooran has been released by Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) ahead of the IPL 2023 auction owing to his string of poor performance.



The Caribbean glovesman is now a free agent and will be looking for a buyer. Nicholas Pooran is a fantastic wicketkeeper and certainly, there will be some bidding war between the teams in the auction hall for his services.



Moreover, if he manages to find his form in the IPL, his batting services in the middle order are second to none in the format. Pooran can whack the opposition quite remarkably and has a knack for producing match-winning performances.



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<h3>Sam Curran:</h3>



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Following the retirement of veteran all-rounder Kieron Pollard, a big void has been formed in the Mumbai Indians (MI) squad. It?s definitely not easy to wear Pollard?s shoes, but someone close to his skillset can provide the services. 



Pollard announced his retirement from the Indian Premier League (IPL) after 12 long years of service to MI and soon after his adieu he was appointed as batting coach of Mumbai Indians.



Sam Curran has been in a mouth-watering form of late. His performances in the T20 World Cup 2022 have brought everyone on their toes. Curran also won the ?Player of the Tournament? award for his sublime show in the World Cup, which was won by his side, England.



Though it won?t be easy for MI, or other teams for that matter, to fetch Sam Curran?s services from the auction table, they certainly can make a move and try to acquire Curran.



<h3>Adil Rashid:</h3>



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The spin bowling department has always been an issue for Mumbai Indians (MI). Although the issue, sort of, looked solving with Rahul Chahar proving his worth, now again Mumbai are back to square one in the tweaking department.



During the IPL 2022 mega auction, Mumbai released Rahul Chahar and never managed to get him back. Though MI got hold of a couple of fine spinners in Hrithik Shokeen, Mayank Markande and Murugan Ashwin but things didn?t turn out well for the franchise in Blue &amp; Gold.



In the IPL 2023 auction, Mumbai would be in search of a long-term solution for their spin issue and English tweaker Adil Rashid can be their magic man.



Rashid has been phenomenal consistently for England?s T20I side. His recent performance in the T20 World Cup 2022 has proved his worth in gold.?



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IPL 2023: 3 Players Mumbai Indians (MI) can buy in IPL 2023 Auction

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IPL 2023 Auction: 2 Players RCB may target in IPL 2023 Auction: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) ended their last IPL season in fourth place as they got knocked out of the tournament in the second eliminator. RCB lost the eliminator to Rajasthan Royals (RR) and marked an end to their encouraging campaign.?



Bangalore had a formidable squad in the Tata IPL 2022 and they have held most of the players from the squad for the next season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) as well. In the recent player retention, RCB has retained a majority of its players. Their list of released players contains just five players - Jason Behrendorff (traded), Sherfane Rutherford, Chama Milind, Aneeshwar Gautam, Luvnith Sisodia.



Although the franchise doesn?t have a lot of gaps to fill in the IPL 2023 Auction, it will certainly look to bag some steal deals to add more firepower to the settled squad. RCB has INR 8.75 Crore of purse value left to spend on the players during the upcoming IPL 2023 Auction, which will be held on December 23.



This article will lead you through IPL 2023 Auction: 2 Players RCB may target in IPL 2023 Auction.



<h2>2 Players RCB may target in IPL 2023 Auction</h2>



<h3>Joshua Little:</h3>



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Ireland?s young left-arm seamer Joshua Little has taken the cricketing world by storm following an outrageous bowling display in the recently completed T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia. Little, was amongst the top wicket-takers in the tournament with 11 scalps at an economy of under 7.



The pacer has a knack for bowling in every phase of the innings with matching precisions. He can be lethal at the powerplay and can deliver an over or two in the middle phase as well. His death bowling has been simply impeccable.?



Notably, RCB doesn?t have a lot of death bowlers in its squad. The franchise has struggled more often than not in the death overs. Harshal Patel, their only specialist death-over bowler, has found it tricky to get into the groove.&nbsp;



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<h3>Nicholas Pooran:</h3>



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Previously played for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Nicholas Pooran has now become a free agent after SRH decided to release him ahead of the Tata IPL 2023 Auction. Although the stats don?t clearly justify the power Pooran possesses, the cricketer has scored a little over 900 runs so far in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 47 matches at a strike rate of 151.24.



In the last season of the tournament, RCB had the services of Glenn Maxwell in the middle order. However, the Aussie all-rounder has sustained an injury and there is no clarity on his IPL participation. It will be an issue for RCB if Maxwell fails to recover on time for the IPL 2023.



In such a case, Nicholas Pooran can provide a balance to the RCB squad with his blistering batting performances. The Caribbean cricketer has all the abilities in the world to power his team to a massive total in no time.&nbsp;



RCB might take a look at Nicholas Pooran at the IPL 2023 Auction as a batting cover for Glenn Maxwell.



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IPL 2023 Auction: 2 Players RCB may target in IPL 2023 Auction

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The India and Pakistan rivalry has been a great contest on the cricket field, as well as the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, marked by intense competition between the neighbouring nations and passionate fan engagement. It has often been seen that ever since the two teams have stopped playing bilaterals against eachother, these two are featured in every ICC tournament, which draw millions of spectators.  
The rivalry only intensifies, every time the two nations play against eachother, be it the Cricket World Cup or the ICC Champions Trophy. Such has been India’s domination in the ICC events, that they claimed successive wins in both the One-Day as well as the T20 World Cup. However, the Champions Trophy results have been contrasting with Pakistan’s infamous victory in the CT 2017 final against India, as well as their memorable 10-wickets win against India in the T20 World Cup of 2021.    
Clearly, the India vs Pakistan games are celebration of cricket to its peak, where every ball, every run, and every wicket carries the weightage of national pride.
<h2 dir="ltr">Here’s the strongest combined playing XI from the current squads of India and Pakistan for ICC Champions Trophy 2025:</h2>
<h3 dir="ltr">1: Rohit Sharma (C)</h3>
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Rohit Sharma - The Indian skipper at the top (Image Credit: X)
Indian captain and opener Rohit Sharma will be a part of the India-Pakistan combine playing XI. The right-handed batter has exceptional records and stats in ICC tournaments for the Indian Cricket Team.
As of now, Rohit Sharma has scored a total of 10,866 runs with an average of 49.16, including 31 centuries and 57 fifties in ODIs. Sharma has this ability to score quick runs and introduce the x-factor of the game for his side. 
<h3 dir="ltr">2: Babar Azam</h3>
Former Pakistan captain and top-order batter Babar Azam would also be a part of the combined ODI playing XI. Though he has been scorched off form recently and has faced sheer criticism, however, the players great antics cannot be overlooked owing to his sudden dip in form. 
As of now, Babar Azam has managed to score 5,957 runs with an average of 56,73, including 19 centuries and 34 fifties.
<h3 dir="ltr">3: Virat Kohli</h3>
One of the greatest players when it comes to limited overs cricket, Virat Kohli is considered the greatest in the format, while his fearless approach often frightens any bowling attack in the world. 
As of now, Virat Kohli is nearing the great landmark of 14000 ODI runs in international cricket, as he for now has a total of 13,906 runs to his name with an average of 58.18, including 50 centuries and 72 fifties.
<h3 dir="ltr">4: Shreyas Iyer</h3>
Indian middle-order batter <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shreyas_Iyer">Shreyas Iyer </a>has been a consistent player for the men in blue in the ODI format for a long time. Iyer has been a crucial asset to the India middle-order while delivering match-winning performances in the CWC 2023 as well as the Asia Cup. This is the reason he finds himself in place of Indian star wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant.  
As of now, Shreyas Iyer has put on a total of 2,421 runs with an average of 47.47, including 5 centuries and 18 fifties.
<h3 dir="ltr">5: Mohammad Rizwan</h3>
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New Pakistan skipper - Mohammad Rizwan (Image Credit: X)
Pakistan wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan fins his name in this combined playing XI for India and Pakistan. The currently named skipper of the Pakistan limited-overs side, has produced results after his immediate effect.  
As of now, Mohammad Rizwan has scored a total of 2,352 runs with an average of 41.26, including 3 centuries and 15 fifties, however, he is one of the most standout players for Pakistan in the middle-order. 
<h3 dir="ltr">6: Hardik Pandya</h3>
Indian all-rounder <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardik_Pandya">Hardik Pandya</a> has been the asset for the Indian side, winning matches on several occasions. Pandya has been a responsible batsman down the order with an exemplary record against Pakistan. He on several occasions has won matches for India single-handedly, be it with the bat or with the ball. 
As of now, Hardik Pandya has scored 1769 runs and has taken 84 wickets for the Indian side in the 50-over format.
<h3 dir="ltr">7: Shadab Khan</h3>
Shadab Khan, the Leg-spin bowling all-rounder has been a crucial player for the Pakistan cricket team in recent times.Though Shadab Khan has not featured much for Pakistan in recent times, his services have been relished by the nation when it comes to limited-overs cricket. 
As of now, Shadab Khan has 855 runs and 85 wickets for the Pakistan side to his name.
<h3 dir="ltr">8: Kuldeep Yadav</h3>
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Kuldeep Yadav: The wizard for India in the sub-continent (Image Credit: X)
Kuldeep Yadav, the left-arm Chinaman bowler, has had an immense impact on India’s performances under sub-continent conditions. He is known for his standout services in the ODI format and hence features as the only main spin bowling option in the 11.
As of now, Kuldeep Yadav has taken 172 wickets for the Indian side with an economy of just 4.99.
<h3 dir="ltr">9: Shaheen Shah Afridi</h3>
Shaheen Shah Afridi has seemingly restored his form after his work stress was reduced, as the pacer has this supreme ability to swing the new ball on both sides. For Pakistan, Shaheen has been a proven matchwinner in several high-profile games in ICC tournaments.
As of now, Shaheen Shah Afridi has picked 119 wickets for the Pakistan Cricket Team with an economy of 5.49.
<h3 dir="ltr">10: Jasprit Bumrah</h3>
India’s most deadliest fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is one of the most feared bowlers in the world currently. Bumrah is an exceptional pacer in all phases of the game, and he can deliver the maximum impact with the new ball as well as in the death overs. Bumrah has not played many ODIs owing to his frequent injuries and still remains doubtful for the Champions Trophy 2025. 
As of now, Jasprit Bumrah has taken a total of 149 wickets with an economy of 4.59 for the Indian side.
<h3 dir="ltr">11: Mohammed Shami</h3>
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Mohammed Shami's return to the Indian side for the Champions Trophy (Image Credit: X) 
Mohammed Shami, the most experienced right-arm fast bowler for India, is set to feature in the upcoming Champions Trophy, as he has never featured for the Indian team ever since the last Cricket World Cup in 2023, where he was the highest wicket-taker of the tournament. 
As of now, Mohammed Shami has clinched a total of 195 wickets for the men in blue with an economy of 5.55.
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India and Pakistan's combined strongest probable 11 picked from their squads for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Sighting India vs Pakistan rivalries over ICC events, here is a combined playing 11 from the current squad of both the teams for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

Picking India-Pakistan’s strongest combined Playing XI from current squads for ICC Champions Trophy 2025

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Delhi Capitals IPL 2025: The Delhi Capitals (DC) find themselves in a fascinating position ahead of the IPL 2025 season. The team is primed for success with a revamped squad and a renewed focus. However, one crucial question looms large: who should lead the team? The experienced KL Rahul, or the dependable all-rounder Axar Patel? Let’s break down the dynamics and possibilities that each captaincy option offers.
<h2>KL Rahul: The Veteran Leader</h2>
KL Rahul comes to Delhi with a rich IPL pedigree. Over the years, he has proven himself as a prolific run-scorer, amassing over 4,600 runs at a phenomenal average of 45-plus. His experience as captain of the Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants has shown his ability to guide a team to playoff stages, which he achieved twice with LSG. Rahul’s batting consistency and calm demeanor make him an attractive choice to lead DC.
However, Rahul’s captaincy style has been criticized for being conservative, particularly regarding his strike rate and decision-making in crunch moments. This could be a concern for a team like the Delhi Capitals, which boasts explosive batting talent and needs a captain capable of effectively utilizing this firepower.
<h2>Axar Patel: The Fresh Perspective</h2>
On the other hand, Axar Patel represents a new-age leader with a wealth of experience in high-pressure situations. Axar has been DC's vice-captain and even stepped in as captain for a game in IPL 2024. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball makes him a key player, and his recent appointment as India’s T20 vice-captain adds to his leadership credentials.
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Axar’s performances last season were nothing short of stellar, with 235 runs at a healthy strike rate and 11 wickets at an economy of 7.66. His all-around prowess, coupled with his understanding of the DC squad, makes him a strong contender for the captaincy.
Choosing between Rahul and Axar is essentially a choice between two distinct leadership styles. Rahul brings stability and experience, having captained for multiple IPL seasons. His presence can calm nerves during tense moments, which is invaluable for a team aiming for the playoffs. Axar, however, offers a dynamic and aggressive approach, potentially aligning better with DC’s young and energetic squad.
<h2>Delhi Capitals, the Squad</h2>
Delhi’s 2025 squad is packed with talent across the board. In the batting department, players like Harry Brook, Tristan Stubbs, and Jake Fraser-McGurk add explosive options, while KL Rahul himself remains a cornerstone at number three. The pace unit, led by Mitchell Starc and supported by T Natarajan and Mukesh Kumar, is formidable. However, the reliance on Axar and Kuldeep Yadav in the spin department highlights a potential area of concern.
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Delhi Capitals Squad: Harry Brook, Jake Fraser-McGurk, KL Rahul, Mitchell Starc, T Natarajan, Ashutosh Sharma, Mohit Sharma, Sameer Rizvi, Karun Nair, Faf du Plessis, Mukesh Kumar, Darshan Nalkande, Dushmantha Chameera, Vipraj Nigam, Ajay Mandal, Manwanth Kumar, Trupurana Vijay, Madhav Tiwari. DC retentions: Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Tristan Stubbs, Abishek Porel.
<h2>The Strategic Impact of Captaincy</h2>
Under Rahul, DC might adopt a more methodical approach, relying on his ability to anchor innings and guide young players like Abishek Porel and Fraser-McGurk. Axar’s leadership could inject a more fearless and intuitive style, encouraging aggressive cricket and leveraging DC’s bench strength, including veterans like Faf du Plessis.
One key consideration is how the captaincy might affect their individual performances. While Rahul’s form as an opener has been a consistent asset, Axar’s ability to contribute with both bat and ball is crucial to DC’s balance. Assigning the captaincy to Axar could be a gamble, but it might pay off if it inspires the team to rally around a fresh vision.
Ultimately, the choice of captain will reflect DC’s strategic priorities. If the franchise prioritizes experience and a steady hand, KL Rahul is the natural choice. However, if they aim for a bold and innovative approach, Axar Patel might be the leader to take them to new heights.
Either way, the Delhi Capitals possess the ingredients for a successful campaign, and the captaincy debate only adds to the intrigue surrounding their 2025 IPL journey. They are one of the strong contenders for the trophy this year.

KL Rahul or Axar Patel, who could be the Next Leader of Capitals?

Delhi Capitals faces a tough captaincy choice for IPL 2025: experienced KL Rahul or dynamic Axar Patel. Both offer distinct leadership styles, which will shape DC's approach with their star-studded squad and bold ambitions.

Delhi Capitals must choose between KL Rahul’s steady leadership or Axar Patel’s dynamic approach to maximize their IPL 2025 potential.

Can Delhi Capitals win IPL 2025? KL Rahul or Axar Patel, who could be the Next Leader of Capitals?

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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
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<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>
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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>
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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
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<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>
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**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.
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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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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. 

<h2>Dowload the ICC Champions trophy 2025 Schedule PDF</h2>

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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!