Here are three key reasons why Shreyas Iyer is a strong choice to take over India’s ODI captaincy from Rohit Sharma, highlighting his leadership, batting reliability, and long-term fitness for the role.
The Australia vs South Africa 1st ODI 2025 at Cairns sets the stage for an electrifying battle as both teams fine-tune ahead of global tournaments. Expect fiery batting duels and disciplined bowling in this high-stakes opener.
Bengaluru has been dropped as a 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup venue due to safety concerns, with Thiruvananthapuram’s Greenfield Stadium set to host its matches instead.
Rohit Sharma could return to play for Mumbai in the 2025-26 Vijay Hazare Trophy, his first appearance since 2018, as BCCI weighs his and Virat Kohli’s ODI future ahead of the 2027 World Cup.
Pakistan and West Indies face off in the 2nd ODI 2025 at Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, on August 10.Catch all the live action online via FanCode in India, Tapmad in Pakistan, and ESPN platforms in other regions.
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s ODI future is in doubt, but here’s why India should still consider the legendary duo for the 2027 World Cup experience, records, and match-winning pedigree.
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Three out of the four ODIs were played in the last decade, with the shortest ODI comprising a meager 120 balls across two innings.
There is significant speculation about former Indian captain Virat Kohli's retirement from ODI cricket, as the right-handed world-class batter is now active only in this international cricket format.
West Indies and Pakistan lock horns in the 1st ODI at Brian Lara Stadium on August 8, with both sides eyeing a winning start to the three-match series. The hosts aim to avenge their T20I loss, while Pakistan looks to continue their winning momentum ahead of the Asia Cup.
West Indies announce 15-member squad for ODI series against Pakistan in Trinidad from August 8–12. Full squad, match schedule, and World Cup 2027 qualification push inside.
It is not my job to announce the winner
Rohit Sharma on being asked if England were rightly awarded the World Cup title in 2019
