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Thursday, February 19, 2026
TopicICC Champions Trophy 2025

Topic: ICC Champions Trophy 2025

PCB demands public apology, explanation from ICC for ‘sidelining’ it at Champions Trophy final

A PCB spokesperson said, 'The world is watching. Will the ICC uphold professionalism, or continue to serve selective interests at the expense of cricket’s global integrity?'

Rohit Sharma breaks silence on retirement buzz. Video with Kohli, then emphatic ‘not going anywhere’

Of late, the Indian team’s struggles sparked speculation about the future plans of Rohit as well as Virat Kohli. However, Rohit put an end to speculation in his own unique way.

IND vs NZ final: Spin wizardry by Kul-Chakra in 1st Innings, but India’s fielding not very medal like

New Zealand got off to a flying start & despite a dismal middle overs stage, showed resolve to stay in the game with batting efforts coming from Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell.

IND vs NZ final: Odds of India losing toss were 1 in 32,768. What the pitch report shows for the team

This marks Rohit Sharma’s 12th consecutive coin toss loss, a run that dates back to 19 November, 2023, when India fell to Australia in the World Cup final.

Twists, heroic performances, thrilling chase: Revisiting the last time India & NZ clashed in a CT final

The two sides are set to lock horns once again in another high-stakes final Sunday at the Dubai International Stadium.

India chase the white jacket—a unique Champions Trophy tradition

Team India was previously dressed in white blazers in 2013 after defeating England to lift the trophy—a memory it intends to replicate Sunday as it takes on New Zealand in CT final.

Gill reassures, Ashwin jokes as talk of Rohit, Kohli & Jadeja’s ODI future dominates ahead of CT final

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli & Ravindra Jadeja had announced their T20 retirement post the T20 World Cup win in 2024. India faces New Zealand in the Champions Trophy final today.

When nerves kick in, memes take over. Indians brace for ICC Champions Trophy final vs NZ

Indian cricket fans are not taking the Black Caps for granted. They haven’t forgotten the 2021 ICC World Test Championship final, when New Zealand defeated India by 8 wickets.

Muslim clerics strongly defend Shami after pacer is labelled ‘criminal’ on TV for not observing roza

A photo of Mohammed Shami drinking an energy drink during India’s semi-final match against Australia went viral. President of All India Muslim Jamaat claims Shami committed a sin.

Aussie star Steve Smith hangs up his ODI gloves: A batting genius who had ‘one hell of a ride’

Key member of Australia’s 2015 & 2023 ICC World Cup-winning teams, Smith captained ODI side in 2015. He was top scorer in semi-final clash against India in ongoing Champions Trophy.

On Camera

Telangana spoke up for Muslim vendor who was attacked. South is different from the North

A poor Muslim man from Kurnool, selling khoya buns during the Medaram Jatara in Telangana, was harassed by some YouTubers and surrounded by a mob over allegations of 'food jihad'.

In the West, there’s anxiety. In India, optimism—Rishi Sunak says India poised to be leader in AI

On Wednesday, the former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was speaking in New Delhi at a Carnegie & Observer Research Foundation event on AI.

US military commander, envoy Sergio Gor visit Indian Army Western Command, Bengaluru next

At the Western Army Command, the American delegation was briefed on the capabilities of the formation, past operations and the path ahead.

The new Great Game—Trump’s playing for time, China for leverage & India for wiggle room

This is the game every nation is now learning to play. Some are finding new allies or seeing value among nations where they’d seen marginal interest. The starkest example is India & Europe.