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Veteran Indian leg-spinner Amit Mishra has officially called time on his cricketing career, announcing his retirement from all formats on Thursday.

The 42-year-old shared an emotional statement on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, reflecting on a journey that spanned more than two decades.

“Today, after 25 years, I announce my retirement from cricket — a game that has been my first love, my teacher, and my greatest source of joy,” Mishra wrote.

He expressed his gratitude to the BCCI, the Haryana Cricket Association, his teammates, coaches, and fans for their unwavering support.

“This journey has been filled with countless emotions — moments of pride, hardship, learning, and love,” he added.

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“I am deeply grateful to the BCCI, Haryana Cricket Association, my coaches, support staff, colleagues, and most importantly, the fans, whose faith and support gave me strength at every step.”

Amit Mishra also acknowledged the struggles and sacrifices of his early days, while cherishing the unforgettable moments on the field.

“From the struggles and sacrifices in the early days to the unforgettable moments on the field, every chapter has been an experience that has shaped me as a cricketer and as a person,” he said, dedicating special thanks to his family for standing by him through the highs and lows.

“To my family – thank you for standing firmly by my side through the highs and lows. To my teammates and mentors – thank you for making this journey so special,” he added.

Looking ahead, he pledged to “give back to the game that made me who I am.”

Today, after 25 years, I announce my retirement from cricket — a game that has been my first love, my teacher, and my greatest source of joy.

This journey has been filled with countless emotions — moments of pride, hardship, learning, and love. I am deeply grateful to the BCCI,… pic.twitter.com/ouEzjU8cnp

— Amit Mishra (@MishiAmit) September 4, 2025

For the unversed, Mishra represented India between 2003 and 2017, featuring in 22 Tests, 36 ODIs, and 10 T20Is. His final professional outing came in IPL 2024 for Lucknow Super Giants.

A stalwart of the Indian Premier League, he played for Delhi Daredevils (now Capitals), Deccan Chargers, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and LSG, appearing in every edition from 2008 to 2024 except 2022.

He retired with 174 wickets from 162 matches, placing eighth on the all-time IPL wicket-takers list.

He also holds the distinction of being the only bowler with three IPL hat-tricks, achieved in 2008, 2011, and 2013.

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Former India all-rounder Karsan Ghavri has stated that Cheteshwar Pujara retired from international cricket due to his frustration with being denied opportunities.

Pujara, who featured in 103 Tests and five ODIs since his debut in 2010, announced his retirement on Sunday. His final outing came in the 2023 ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final against Australia.

Ghavri, who represented India in 39 Tests and 19 ODIs, criticised the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for its treatment of senior players, suggesting that Pujara’s decision mirrored the frustration experienced by Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, both of whom retired from Tests earlier this year.

“It’s possible he [Cheteshwar Pujara] may have retired out of frustration. After representing the country for so long, if a player is not getting chances, anyone will be frustrated,” Karsan Ghavri told an Indian news outlet.

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He further lashed out at the BCCI for denying farewell matches to players who crossed the 100-Test milestone.

“The BCCI may have its own ideas, but ultimately, the player suffers. These players are not demanding crores of rupees. It’s about honour, and they all deserved that farewell Test, 110 per cent,” Ghavri said.

“All those who have played 100 Tests should be honoured with a farewell match.

“The BCCI should have given that honour to Kohli, Rohit, and Pujara, considering their immense contribution to the game. No one wants to end their career like this. He [Pujara] belongs to that distinguished list of players.”

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is considering ace batter Shubman Gill as a potential successor to Rohit Sharma in One Day Internationals (ODIs), an Indian news outlet reported on Friday.

According to the report, Shubman Gill, who has also been appointed as Test captain, is expected to replace Rohit Sharma as the ODI captain as well.

Shubman Gill has cemented his spot in the ODIs and has a stellar average of 59 in the 50-over format.

The report cited a source backing Shubman Gill to take over the reins from Rohit Sharma when the time comes.

“He [Shubman Gill] averages 59 in ODI cricket and is already the vice-captain of the team. There is no way someone who has recently been appointed Test captain, found some success, and has age on his side should not take over leadership in ODI cricket, when the time comes,” the source said.

As the Indian team undergoes a transition, reports suggest that besides Shubman Gill, several names may replace Rohit Sharma.

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The middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer is among those whose stock as a captain in white-ball cricket has risen after a stellar display in two consecutive Indian Premier League (IPL) seasons.

Shreyas Iyer, who was pivotal in India’s Champions Trophy triumph, took two different franchises to the IPL final. His leadership skills have made him a strong contender for the captaincy role in India’s ODI cricket team.

However, according to the report, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia had denied replacing Rohit Sharma as captain.

“That’s news to me. There have been no such discussions,” Saikia said.

It is pertinent to mention that the 38-year-old Rohit Sharma has already retired from T20I and Test cricket. With ODI remaining his strongest format, the right-handed batter is yet to provide clarity on his future.

However, recent reports suggest that BCCI is looking to incorporate some young players ahead of the 2027 ICC World Cup. This makes Sharma’s place in the team vulnerable, as he will be 40 by the time the marquee event in South Africa arrives.

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is weighing in on major changes in the coaching staff after the conclusion of the five-match India-England Test series.

According to the reports, Team India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir’s position is safe; however, bowling coach Morne Morkel and assistant coach Ryan Ten Doeschate are set to be sacked.

The BCCI will review the decisions after the conclusion of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. Still, the final decision will be made only after the Asia Cup 2025, which is scheduled to take place in September.

Both Morkel and Ten Doeschate were handpicked by Gautam Gambhir. Consequently, their performances have been under the radar for quite some time despite India managing a draw in the fourth Test at Old Trafford.

The concerns regarding Morne Morkel arose from India’s struggles with fast bowling, resulting in the failure to nurture a single fast bowler.

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Meanwhile, the report asserts that Gautam Gambhir will continue in his role as head coach amid the Team’s transition phase.

Along with Morne Morkel and Ryan Ten Doeschate, chief selector Ajit Agarkar is also under scrutiny, with reports suggesting that tension exists between the Team India management and the players regarding a few selection decisions.

Among the notable decisions is the exclusion of wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav, reflecting India’s inclination towards bowling all-rounders.

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) have reportedly refused to back Saudi Arabia’s ambitious plans to launch a high-profile T20 league, according to British media reports on Wednesday.

The proposed league, which aimed to attract global stars with a USD 400 million investment, was designed on the lines of tennis Grand Slams, featuring eight franchises playing across four venues throughout the year.

However, the project appears to have hit a roadblock with both BCCI and ECB reportedly unwilling to issue No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to their players.

As per the report, both cricket boards have aligned to resist Saudi Arabia’s T20 league, primarily to shield their own flagship competitions, the Indian Premier League (IPL) and The Hundred, from a potential player exodus and financial disruption.

It is also believed that both boards intend to raise the issue within the International Cricket Council (ICC), pushing for restrictions on player participation in the Saudi venture.

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On the other hand, Cricket Australia (CA) is said to be open to discussions with Saudi investors, as it looks to tap private investment for its Big Bash League (BBL).

For the unversed, currently, BBL teams are owned by state associations and the governing body.

Meanwhile, the IPL, now valued at approximately USD 12 billion, remains a dominant force in franchise cricket.

The ECB has also taken steps to boost its financial standing, recently offering 49 percent stakes in The Hundred teams to private investors.

Cricket South Africa (CSA) had earlier raised over USD 136 million through the sale of SA20 franchises to Indian owners, showcasing the growing influence of private investment in the sport.

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MUMBAI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has been fined a hefty INR 5,390 million for terminating the Kochi Tuskers Kerala Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise in 2011.

The decision announced by the Bombay High Court on Tuesday directed the BCCI to pay INR 38.55 million to Kochi Cricket Private Limited (KCPL) and INR 15.384 million to Rendezvous Sports World (RSW).

Kochi Tuskers Kerala, owned by KCPL and RSW, made its IPL debut in 2011, finishing eighth among the ten teams. Following the franchise’s maiden season, BCCI terminated the team over allegedly breaching its terms of agreement.

The dispute revolved around the failure to provide a bank guarantee by the stipulated deadline.

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“The jurisdiction of this Court under Section 34 of the Arbitration Act is very limited,” the court said in his order rejecting the BCCI’s challenge of the arbitrator’s award.

“BCCI’s endeavour to delve into the merits of the dispute is in teeth of the scope of the grounds contained in Section 34 of the Act. BCCI’s dissatisfaction as to the findings rendered in respect of the evidence and/or the merits cannot be a ground to assail the Award,” it added.

The court further stated that BCCI wrongfully invoked the bank guarantee.

“The conclusion of the learned Arbitrator namely that BCCI had wrongfully invoked the bank guarantee which amounted to a repudiatory breach of the KCPL-FA would call for no interference under Section 34 of the Arbitration Act considering that this is based on a correct appreciation of the evidence on record.”

Following the decision, the BCCI has been given six weeks to file an appeal against it.

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has dismissed reports claiming it requested the International Cricket Council (ICC) to place India and Pakistan in separate groups for future multi-nation tournaments.

Speculation had gained traction in the aftermath of the recent Pahalgam attack, with several outlets suggesting that the BCCI was pushing to avoid direct group-stage meetings with Pakistan. However, senior BCCI officials have termed the reports as “baseless.”

BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla clarified that any decisions involving matches with Pakistan will only be taken after consulting with the government of India.

Sources within the BCCI also confirmed to local media that no formal communication has been sent to the ICC regarding any changes in the group allocation structure.

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Despite the strained cricketing ties between Pakistan and India, there are currently no changes planned in how teams are drawn in global tournaments.

Looking ahead, the next ICC event isn’t until the Women’s ODI World Cup in September-October 2025, which India is set to host.

The tournament will follow a round-robin format featuring eight teams — including Pakistan — meaning each team will play every other side, rendering group-based separation irrelevant.

Although India is hosting the tournament, the matches involving Pakistan will take place at a neutral venue. Currently, no decision has been made regarding the locations of Pakistan’s fixtures.

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Before the ICC Women’s World Cup, all eyes will be on the men’s Asia Cup, which is expected to be held in September.

While India holds the hosting rights, the tournament is set to be played at a neutral venue due to political tensions with Pakistan. The final call on the host country, with UAE and Sri Lanka in the running, is still awaited.

Originally, the tournament’s draw and venue announcement were expected in May, but no official word has come through yet.

For context, Pakistan had the hosting rights for the 2023 Asia Cup, but the tournament was staged under a hybrid model with Sri Lanka as co-hosts.

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DUBAI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday confirmed the hybrid model for the Champions Trophy 2025, which will be hosted by Pakistan, with India playing their matches at a neutral venue.

Earlier today, a report from ESPNcricinfo revealed that the hybrid model has received approval for the entire ICC event cycle spanning from 2024 to 2027.

The ICC has now officially confirmed the development through a press release.

“ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 to be played across Pakistan and a neutral venue,” the apex cricket body announced.

“India and Pakistan matches hosted by either country at ICC Events during the 2024-2027 rights cycle will be played at a neutral venue, the ICC Board confirmed on Thursday, 19 December.”

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“This will apply to the upcoming ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 (hosted by Pakistan), set to be played in February and March 2025, as well as the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 (hosted by India) and the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 (hosted by India and Sri Lanka).”

The ICC also confirmed that Pakistan will host the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in 2028, the first event of the next event cycle. Similar to the current cycle, India will not travel to Pakistan for the 2028 event.

“It was also announced that the PCB has been awarded hosting rights of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in 2028, where neutral venue arrangements will also apply,” the press release further stated.

“The schedule for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to be confirmed soon, with Pakistan aiming to defend the title they won in 2017.”

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has taken a significant step towards resolving the long-standing India-Pakistan stalemate by approving a hybrid model for the upcoming Champions Trophy scheduled for 2025.

This breakthrough follows a proposal from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) put forth on December 2, which introduced an innovative approach dubbed the ‘fusion formula‘.

Under this new arrangement, India, as they wanted, would be playing their matches at a neutral venue during the Pakistan-hosted Champions Trophy. In return, Pakistan will also compete at neutral venues during future ICC events that are set to be hosted in India.

According to a report from ESPNcricinfo, this hybrid model has received approval for the entire ICC event cycle spanning from 2024 to 2027.

“The ICC have finally reached a breakthrough in the 2025 Champions Trophy impasse, with a hybrid model agreed upon that will see India’s matches in the eight-team event taking place at a neutral venue,” the report stated.

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“In return, Pakistan’s matches with India in ICC events hosted by India will also take place at a neutral venue.

“ESPNcricinfo has seen a resolution with details of the agreement, and which is expected to undergo an ICC board vote, in which during the 2024-2027 event cycle, all matches involving India in an event hosted in Pakistan will be played at a neutral venue, and in return, all matches involving Pakistan in an event hosted by India will be played at a neutral venue.”

Pakistan will not be travelling to India for the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 and the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, which will be co-hosted by Sri Lanka.

It’s important to note that this hybrid model is also applicable to the Women’s T20 World Cup 2028, the first tournament of the next event cycle, which has now been awarded to Pakistan.

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has proposed a new ‘Partnership or Fusion Formula’ to end the stalemate around the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, ARY News reported, citing sources.

According to sources, the PCB has forwarded its formula to the International Cricket Council (ICC), according to which Pakistan and India will play all of their game at a neutral venue for the next three years.

As per the Partnership or Fusion Formula, India will not travel to Pakistan and vice versa for their games in the ICC tournaments scheduled for the next three years.

Sources said that the ICC will take a decision on the matter after holding consultations with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

The development came after the ICC on Friday adjourned the board meeting without a decision about the fate of the Champions Trophy 2025, scheduled in the February-March window next year in Pakistan.

The meeting was called after the BCCI refused to send its team to Pakistan for the tournament.

It is worth noting here that the BCCI suggested a hybrid model instead of travelling to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and proposed India’s matches be held in Dubai.

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The PCB categorically rejected such a proposal and insists that it will hold the entirety of the tournament on its soil.

A day earlier, reports said that the PCB wrote to the International Cricket Council ahead of the scheduled board meeting.

In the letter, the Pakistan Cricket Board made it clear that the hybrid model, which would involve holding some matches in a neutral venue, was not acceptable for the Champions Trophy 2025.

Meanwhile, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, hinted at a new formula to be created based on parity for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025. Naqvi emphasised that any new formula regarding the ICC event must ensure equality and fairness.

“A lot of things are going on, I don’t want to comment too much because that can ruin everything, we have presented our point of view to ICC,” said Naqvi while speaking to the media at Dubai Stadium last week.

“India has also given its opinion, All the boards are trying to ensure a win-win situation for all, Pakistan also wants that cricket should win but anything with respect.”

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