The Latest Breaking News from the ICC Champions Trophy

Indian flag 'missing' at Karachi stadium ahead of Champions Trophy, sparks controversy

NEW DELHI: Ahead of the start of the ICC Champions Trophy, a fresh controversy erupted after a video surfaced on social media showing the apparent absence of the Indian flag at the National Stadium in Karachi.

The Times of India · Feb 17, 2025

'Pakistan on right track': Waqar Younis on team's chances in Champions Trophy

NEW DELHI: The cricket world will come to a standstill on March 23, a Super Sunday, as arch-rivals India and Pakistan lock horns at the Dubai International Stadium. The two teams are part of Group A in the ICC Champions Trophy, alongside New Zealand and Bangladesh. The tournament, scheduled from…

The Times of India · Feb 15, 2025

Rohit Sharma's special moment with fans before boarding flight for Champions Trophy - WATCH

NEW DELHI: India captain Rohit Sharma was among the first group of team members to depart for Dubai from Mumbai ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy, which begins on February 19. Visuals from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai captured Rohit and his teammates, along with the support staff,…

The Times of India · Feb 15, 2025

Behind spin-heavy Champions Trophy squad: Need to bat deep, tired pitches

NEW DELHI: Eyebrows were raised when India announced five spinners in the team for the ICC Champions Trophy. Historically, the pitches in Dubai do not overly favour spinners. However, the venue has also just got done with the month-long ILT20 league which may have left the pitches tired and more…

The Times of India · Feb 14, 2025

'Still a few more steps for him to go through …': New Zealand coach Gary Stead gives an update on Rachin Ravindra's injury

New Zealand head coach Gary Stead has provided an update on the injury concerns of key players Rachin Ravindra and Lockie Ferguson ahead of the ODI tri-series final against Pakistan in Karachi on Friday. The tournament serves as a crucial build-up for the Blackcaps ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy,…

The Times of India · Feb 14, 2025

Shreyas Iyer was always in the scheme of things, says India coach Gautam Gambhir

India's head coach Gautam Gambhir hopes Shreyas Iyer takes his good form to the ICC Champions Trophy and backed him as an integral part of the team's ODI set-up.

The Times of India · Feb 13, 2025

Champions Trophy: Mitchell Starc out, Steve Smith to lead Australia

NEW DELHI: Mitchell Starc pulled out of this month's event in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates for personal reasons and Australia will attempt to win the ICC Champions Trophy for the first time since 2009 using a completely new pace bowling line-up.

The Times of India · Feb 12, 2025

Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood ruled out of Champions Trophy

NEW DELHI: Australia suffered further setbacks on Thursday as captain Pat Cummins and veteran bowler Josh Hazlewood were ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy due to injury.

The Times of India · Feb 6, 2025

Umpire Nitin Menon refuses to travel to Pakistan, match referee Javagal Srinath to also miss Champions Trophy

MUMBAI: India's noted officials, match referee and former India fast bowler Javagal Srinath and umpire Nitin Menon, will be missing in action in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, which will be held in Pakistan and Dubai from February 19 to March 9.

The Times of India · Feb 5, 2025

India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy tickets sold out in an hour

Tickets for the crowd-pulling India vs Pakistan fixture of the ICC Champions Trophy got sold out in a flash on Monday, with many left waiting online for their turn.

The Times of India · Feb 3, 2025