Will Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) be part of SA20? Well, the SA20 final will dazzle fans tonight, with MI Cape Town hunting for the maiden crown against defending champs Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC). Apart from this, the IPL 2025 schedule will be announced anytime soon. On Friday, there was a buzz around it but BCCI didn’t reveal it. Talking about BCCI, a major development occurred as we might see split captaincy in the Indian cricket team. Hardik Pandya is touted to be India’s next ODI captain, while Virat Kohli might once again oversee Test duties. On that note, let us look at the top six stories from February 7.
IPL 2025 schedule soon!
The IPL 2025 schedule is expected to be announced soon, possibly as early as tonight. The tournament will start on March 21 and conclude on May 25, with these dates already in. The playoffs will take place from May 20-25, with the final on May 25. The schedule will feature 10 teams competing in 74 matches. Fans are eagerly awaiting the official announcement, which will reveal the complete fixture list and allow them to plan for another exciting season of IPL cricket. Read more here: IPL 2025 schedule likely to be announced soon? Big update on social media raises speculation
RCB in SA20?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) is set to expand its cricket franchise beyond India, with rumors suggesting it will join the South African league, SA20. The team may be rebranded as Royal Challengers Bloemfontein. This move comes as most IPL teams, including Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians, have already invested in franchise leagues worldwide. RCB’s decision is seen as an attempt to catch up with its competitors in the global cricket franchise market. IPL teams have been successful in buying claims at the Hundred competition. Read more here: RCB in SA20? Allan Donald adds fuel to rumours of the addition of two new teams
Virat Kohli Test & Pandya new ODI captains?
Big changes are coming to Team India’s leadership! The BCCI is reportedly set to introduce split captaincy, with separate captains for Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. The rumour mill suggests that Virat Kohli might be back as Test captain, while Hardik Pandya could take charge of the ODI team. Meanwhile, Suryakumar Yadav will continue to lead the T20I squad. The richest cricket board in the world will opt for a split captaincy option after Rohit Sharma’s tenure as the India cricket team’s white-ball skipper ends. It seems like this is something that head coach Gautam Gambhir and selectors are on board with. Read more here: BCCI to opt for split captaincy after Rohit Sharma era ends, Kohli for Tests & Hardik Pandya for ODIs: Report
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Virat Kohli injury update
Virat Kohli is set to return to India’s playing XI for the 2nd ODI against England after missing the first match due to a minor knee injury. Vice-captain Shubman Gill confirmed that Kohli’s injury was not serious and that he will definitely play in the second ODI. Kohli had woken up with swelling in his knee on the morning of the first match, but the issue has since resolved. Read more here: Virat Kohli Injury Update: Will play India vs England 2nd ODI, confirms Shubman Gill
Jasprit Bumrah injury update
Jasprit Bumrah’s injury assessment reports are expected to be out today. The star pacer underwent scans and evaluation at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru. The BCCI will then decide on his availability for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy. Bumrah has been sidelined since the Sydney Test due to back spasms, and his fitness status remains uncertain. A decision on his participation in the Champions Trophy must be made by February 11. Read more here: Jasprit Bumrah Injury Update: BCCI to take call on ICC Champions Trophy fate in 24 hours
Ashwin hopes Jadeja to surpass him
Ravichandran Ashwin has praised his spin partner Ravindra Jadeja, calling him “gifted” and a “born athlete.” Ashwin lauded Jadeja’s exceptional performance in the 1st ODI against England, where he took 3/28. Ashwin acknowledged that Jadeja often goes under the radar but is a valuable asset to the team with his bowling, batting, and fielding skills. Ashwin even expressed his wish for Jadeja to surpass his own tally of international wickets, citing Jadeja’s impressive physical fitness and consistency. Read more here: “Jadeja is way more gifted than I ever can” – Ashwin lauds partner-in-crime after 600-wicket club entry
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