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Champions Trophy: India Could Have Sealed Win Against Pakistan Sooner, Says Shreyas Iyer
Though India won easily with over seven overs remaining, Iyer felt a more aggressive game plan would have sealed matters much sooner.
‘Let’s Talk About Virat Kohli’: Mohammad Rizwan Stuns All with His Press Conference Remarks
But Pakistan's captain, Mohammad Rizwan, did not think twice before showering Virat Kohli with praise following his masterful performance, which almost deprived the hosts of their place in the ICC Champions Trophy.
Hamstring Feels Fine for Now: Rohit Sharma Eases Fitness Concerns
Rohit, who appeared to struggle while fielding and briefly left the field during Pakistan’s innings, was suspected to have suffered a hamstring strain. However, the 37-year-old reassured everyone about his condition at the post-match presentation.
'Kohinoor' Kohli Has 2-3 More Years Left, Will Score 10-15 More Tons: Sidhu
In style, Kohli proved his return to form by 51st ODI century that led India to a victory of six wickets against arch-rivals Pakistan, therefore providing almost a watertight claim for a berth in the Champions Trophy semifinals.
Our Champions Trophy campaign as good as over, says Rizwan
The game was also hosted in Dubai, and not in Pakistan where the competition is taking place. India did not go to Pakistan because of political tensions between the two nations.
At 36, it takes a lot out of me to put in that much effort, Says Virat Kohli
After guiding his team to victory with a brilliant century, Kohli, now 36, expressed his contentment at having a week-long break before the next game.
IND vs PAK: Shami Delivers Longest Over by an Indian in Champions Trophy History
Shami took 11 balls to scout a six-ball over as he lost rhythm completely-the longest over bowled by an Indian till now in the tournament, going way past Jasprit Bumrah, who had it read at nine balls to earn the record.
Champions Trophy: Kohli Breaks Azharuddin's Record for Most ODI Catches by an Indian
He did it in the Champions Trophy 2025 Group A match against Pakistan at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.
Champions Trophy: Virat Kohli Becomes Fastest to 14,000 ODI Runs Milestone
This time, the hit set Kohli into a select group; he became the third cricketer to breach this milestone in the entire history of ODIs. He also followed the illustrious Indian, Sachin Tendulkar, who collected a record 18,246 runs, and Kumar Sangakkara of Sri Lanka, who made 14,234 runs in his career.
Champions Trophy: Virat Kohli Reflects on Match-Winning Knock in Crucial Game
Walking in early after the captain had gotten out within the first 10 overs, Kohli made crucial partnerships, 69 runs with Shubman Gill (46) and a match-sealing 114-run partnership with Shreyas Iyer (56). A century that remained unbeaten for 111 balls and featured seven boundaries also took him to the phenomenal 14,000 ODI run landmark, the fastest ever to that milestone.
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