Ajinkya Rahane expressed surprise at Rohit Sharma’s sudden Test retirement, learning about it after KKR’s IPL match against CSK. Rahane, unaware of Rohit’s decision, praised his former teammate’s successful transformation as a Test opener and his impactful career. Rohit, having contemplated this since March, will now concentrate on leading India in ODIs.
Rajasthan Royals have signed South African batter Lhuan-dre Pretorius to replace the injured Nitish Rana for the remainder of the IPL 2025 season. Pretorius, joining at his base price of Rs 30 Lakh, is a promising talent known for his performances in the ICC U19 World Cup and the SA20 league, where he excelled for Paarl Royals.
Rohit Sharma has announced his retirement from Test cricket, ending speculation about his future in the format. The 38-year-old will continue to lead India in ODIs, having already retired from T20Is. Sharma scored 4,301 runs in 67 Tests, with 12 centuries. In a recent interview with journalist Vimal Kumar, Rohit opened up about his journey and the doubts he once had about leading India.
Eden Gardens witnessed a powerful display of patriotism during the KKR-CSK IPL clash, with a moving rendition of “Maa Tujhe Salaam” honoring India’s defence forces after “Operation Sindoor”. However, KKR’s batting faltered after a strong start, as CSK’s Noor Ahmad’s 4/31 restricted them to 179/6, overshadowing the pre-match patriotic fervor despite Russell’s effort.
A bomb threat disrupted the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) IPL match at Eden Gardens, prompting a police investigation and heightened security. The threat arrived via email amidst national security concerns following the Pahalgam attack, coinciding with India’s ‘Operation Sindoor’ against terror targets. Chennai Super Kings edged out KKR by two wickets in a nail-biting finish, virtually knocking the defending champions out of IPL playoff contention.
Following Rohit Sharma’s Test retirement, Madan Lal has proposed Jasprit Bumrah for India’s Test captaincy, citing his consistent performance and permanent team status. Bumrah’s previous captaincy stint includes a win against Australia and a loss against England. Rohit Sharma’s retirement marks the end of a career that included 67 Tests, 4,301 runs, and 12 centuries.
Sourav Ganguly lauded Rohit Sharma, following Sharma’s Test retirement announcement on Wednesday. Ganguly highlighted Sharma’s significant contributions to India’s trophy wins and leadership. Sharma, aged 38, played 67 Tests, amassing 4,301 runs with 12 centuries. Despite home dominance, he faced overseas challenges, though he shone in the 2021-22 Pataudi Trophy in England, marking a high point in his Test career.
Paris Saint-Germain triumphed over Arsenal with a 2-1 victory, securing their spot in the Champions League final with a 3-1 aggregate score. Goals from Fabian Ruiz and Achraf Hakimi propelled PSG forward, while a late goal from Saka couldn’t ignite an Arsenal comeback. PSG’s goalkeeper, Donnarumma, played a crucial role with stunning saves.
Chennai Super Kings defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by two wickets in a thrilling IPL match, keeping their playoff hopes alive while eliminating the defending champions. CSK successfully chased down a target of 180, led by Dewald Brevis’s explosive 52 and Shivam Dube’s crucial 45. MS Dhoni’s unbeaten 17 sealed the victory.
