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Latest news on January 18, 2025: Nagpur: Vidarbha's Karun Nair plays a shot during the 3rd day of Ranji Trophy cricket match between Vidarbha and Gujarat, at VCA stadium in Nagpur, Maharashtra, Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. (PTI Photo)(PTI11_15_2024_000223B)
Latest news on January 18, 2025: Nagpur: Vidarbha's Karun Nair plays a shot during the 3rd day of Ranji Trophy cricket match between Vidarbha and Gujarat, at VCA stadium in Nagpur, Maharashtra, Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. (PTI Photo)(PTI11_15_2024_000223B)

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Jan 18, 2025 10:34 PM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : Karun Nair finishes Vijay Hazare Trophy with average of 389.5 Karnataka beat Vidarbha by 36 runs to win 5th title

  • It was heartbreak for Karun Nair hours after he was ignored for the 2025 Champions Trophy as his Vidarbha side lost the final by 36 runs. 
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Jan 18, 2025 9:30 PM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : Gavaskar praises Rohit Sharma for ditching nets and taking Ranji Trophy challenge to regain form: ‘He needs to…’

  • Rohit Sharma announced that he will play the Ranji match against Jammu and Kashmir starting January 23.
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Jan 18, 2025 9:20 PM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : Harbhajan’s question to Agarkar after Karun Nair's Champions Trophy snub: ‘Is there a point playing domestic cricket?’

  • Karun Nair was ignored despite scoring 752 runs in 7 matches in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, with an astonishing average of 752, which included five centuries.
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Jan 18, 2025 8:04 PM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : ‘If I were Sanju Samson, I’d be gutted’: Irfan Pathan evaluates Agarkar's India squad announcement for Champions Trophy

  • The selection committee made some big calls and snubbed Sanju Samson, Mohammed Siraj, and Karun Nair from the 15-member squad for Champions Trophy.
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Jan 18, 2025 7:48 PM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : Indian players didn’t bond in Australia, stayed in different hotels, took family to…: Why BCCI issued strict WAGS policy

  • A return to the pre-Covid model for Indian players on tours has been provoked by the events in Australia that extended beyond the field of play.
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Jan 18, 2025 7:06 PM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : Rohit Sharma forgets mic is on, accidentally lets slip confidential info that prove BCCI's new protocols are indeed true

  • Rohit Sharma seemed to be telling with Ajit Agarkar about discussions he needs to have with the “secretary” about a number of things pertaining to “families”
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Jan 18, 2025 6:32 PM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : 'Siraj's effectiveness comes down…': Rohit Sharma's blunt view on dropping IND pacer from Champions Trophy squad

  • Rohit Sharma termed Mohammed Siraj unfortunate to miss out on the selection and said his reduced effect with the old ball played a part in it.
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Jan 18, 2025 6:25 PM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : India’s red-ball transition undone by a lack of vision

  • Too many questions, too few viable options, India’s future hasn’t looked this tentative in a long time
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Jan 18, 2025 5:34 PM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : 'Who told you about these rules? Has it come from BCCI?': Rohit Sharma fumes after question on family restrictions

  • Rohit Sharma didn't seem interested in answering a question about BCCI's 10-point diktat, which came after India's disastrous run in the 2024/25 season.
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Jan 18, 2025 5:09 PM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : Agarkar shies away from explaining Jasprit Bumrah's injury but shares timeline for final update: 'Hopefully it's okay…'

  • Ajit Agarkar away from sharing details of Jasprit Bumrah's injury but said he is hopeful that the 31-year-old will return in time.
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Jan 18, 2025 4:14 PM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : Rohit Sharma breaks silence on his equation with Gautam Gambhir after dressing room leaks: ‘It’s very clear… He trusts…’

  • India captain Rohit Sharma broke his silence on his relationship with Gautam Gambhir after recent media reports hinted a fall-out between the pair.
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Jan 18, 2025 3:51 PM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : Ajit Agarkar reveals why Karun Nair wasn’t picked in India’s Champions Trophy squad: ‘We did have a chat, no doubt…’

  • BCCI chief selector Agarkar acknowledged Karun Nair's stellar average but asserted that it's extremely difficult to fit everyone into the squad.
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Jan 18, 2025 3:42 PM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : Agarkar’s Karun Nair decision torn to shreds by Kohli, Gambhir's ex-teammate in brutal rant: ‘Going against own rule’

  • Reacting to Karun Nair's exclusion, a former teammate of Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir mocked chief selector Ajit Agarkar for his decision.
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Jan 18, 2025 3:34 PM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : Rohit Sharma confirms Ranji Trophy return after 10 years: 'If you go and watch our calendar...'

  • Rohit Sharma confirmed his participation in Mumbai's upcoming Ranji Trophy fixture against Jammu and Kashmir on January 23. 
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Jan 18, 2025 3:16 PM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : Jasprit Bumrah named in India's Champions Trophy squad but there's a catch; Sanju Samson out; Shubman Gill vice-captain

  • India's squad for Champions Trophy announced. Shubman Gill named vice-captain. Jasprit Bumrah included, but his participation is 'subject to fitness.'
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Jan 18, 2025 10:30 AM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : Virat Kohli tells BCCI he can't play Delhi's Ranji Trophy match because of neck stiffness, KL Rahul carrying elbow niggl

  • Virat Kohli and KL Rahul will not be available for the next round of the Ranji Trophy. The duo has informed the BCCI of this. 
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Jan 18, 2025 10:02 AM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : 'Sachin Tendulkar didn't have personal bodyguard travelling': Indian cricket culture compared to ‘mainstream Bollywood’

  • The BCCI recently issued a 10-point dossier for centrally contracted players. The guidelines concern family travel, domestic cricket, and more. 
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Jan 18, 2025 9:06 AM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : 'Karun Nair isn't in his teens. If he's picked, he plays': Rohit, Agarkar told not to select batter as 'reserve' player

  • Karun Nair has been in smashing form in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy, averaging a staggering 752. Will he be picked in the Champions Trophy squad? 
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Jan 18, 2025 8:09 AM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : ‘Wouldn't be good for…’: India management asked to ‘evaluate Virat Kohli’s performances' as county verdict issued

  • Sanjay Manjrekar believes Virat Kohli should play county cricket ahead of the five-match Test series against England. 
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Jan 18, 2025 7:21 AM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : Karnataka vs Vidarbha, Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25 Final, Live Streaming: When and where to watch on TV and online

  • Vijay Hazare Trophy final: Karun Nair's Vidarbha will take on Karnataka in the final. Here are all the streaming details. 
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Jan 18, 2025 7:01 AM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : ‘Rishabh Pant needs to recognise reality’: Mohammad Kaif believes Sanju Samson ahead in Champions Trophy race

  • Mohammad Kaif reckons Sanju Samson should be picked ahead of Rishabh Pant for the upcoming Champions Trophy. 
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Jan 18, 2025 6:25 AM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : 'Mild allergy culminated in anaphylactic shock': Former India head coach WV Raman reveals near-death experience

  • WV Raman recalled his scary death experience after initially suffering from a viral infection and mild allergy.
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Jan 18, 2025 6:01 AM IST

Cricket Live Updates Today : Rohit Sharma told 'next 5 months crucial' to determine future, separated from Virat Kohli: 'Just like Sachin, Dravid…'

  • Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are under the spotlight due to their disastrous run of form in the 2024/25 Test season. 
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