Rishabh Pant has been named as Gill’s deputy, which means he is the vice-captain.
The tour, set to commence on June 24, promises to be an action-packed series featuring a 50-over warm-up match, five Youth One-Day games, and two Multi-Day encounters against England’s U19 squad.
The inclusion marks his return to the national squad after a stint on the sidelines during the Indian Premier League.
The star batter, who had earlier stepped away from T20Is after India’s victory in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 title, announced his decision through an Instagram post.
The contracts, which cover the period from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, feature a total of 34 players, categorized into four grades.
The selection comes as Tom Latham takes the helm, leading a revised team lineup.
This move seeks to revamp the scoring mechanism for the World Test Championship (WTC) cycle from 2025-27, incentivizing teams to aim for victories against top-ranked opponents with significant winning margins.
Gould cited the lack of available dates in the cricket calendar as a significant impediment to support this new league format.
The much-anticipated showdown against Mumbai Indians is set for Saturday at Mumbai’s Brabourne Stadium.
While a Sydney District Court jury cleared him of charges related to large-scale drug supply, he was convicted of facilitating a one-kilogram cocaine transaction valued at AUD 330,000.
The match in Lucknow saw RCB successfully defend a formidable 199, leaving MI struggling, and incidentally benefiting Delhi Capitals with a direct entry to the finals.
The all-rounder, who previously led the team in Pakistan last year in a series that ended in a 2-2 draw, will once again take charge as six key players will be unavailable due to their Indian Premier League (IPL) commitments.
Former cricketer MS Dhoni, known for his love for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Tamil Nadu, has embraced a traditional South Indian look, showcasing his deep connection to the region and his iconic sunglasses.
India is set to play in the ICC Champions Trophy final for the fourth time, facing New Zealand in a match on March 10. India hopes to win their third title, having previously won it in 2000.
Shastri notes that New Zealand, despite a loss to India in the group stage, proved formidable with a decisive win against South Africa in the semifinals.
India’s chase of 265 became tense after Virat Kohli’s dismissal, but Pandya stepped up with a crucial 28 off 24 balls, smashing a few sixes to ease the pressure.
The 35-year-old’s final ODI innings saw him top-score with 73 runs, but his efforts weren’t enough to prevent Australia’s exit from the tournament.
Chasing 265, India comfortably reached the target in 48.1 overs, securing their third consecutive Champions Trophy final appearance.
Salman Ali Agha steps in as the new captain, while Shadab Khan has been named vice-captain. The decision comes after a disappointing performance in the recent Champions Trophy.
The high-stakes encounter will see Rohit Sharma’s in-form India take on Steve Smith’s Australia, with both teams eyeing a spot in the final.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has introduced reserve days for the Champions Trophy 2025 semifinals to prevent rain-related disruptions
The upcoming clash against Australia is viewed as a de facto quarter-final, with the victor advancing to the semi-finals while the loser faces elimination.
The 21-year-old right-hander displayed grit and class, reaching his 168-ball hundred under immense pressure, anchoring his team’s innings after an early collapse.
Kohli’s unbeaten 100 led India to a six-wicket victory on Sunday, putting them on the brink of a semifinal spot.
Abhay Singh, popularly known as ‘IITian Baba’, an aerospace engineer-turned-sadhu, had boldly predicted the outcome of the India-Pakistan clash.
