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Amidst escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, the Pakistan Super League (PSL) faces uncertainty. A drone strike near the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium led to the cancellation of two matches, prompting discussions about relocating remaining fixtures to Karachi. Concerns among England cricketers and coaches have also risen following recent military actions, potentially leading to their early departure from the tournament.

Chennai Super Kings, a dominant force in IPL history, are facing an unusual setback this season, languishing at the bottom. Their reliance on seasoned players like Rahul Tripathi and Ravichandran Ashwin hasn’t paid off. However, youngsters Ayush Mhatre, Dewald Brevis, and Urvil Patel have shown promise, with Mhatre’s impressive batting and Brevis’s explosive half-century offering a glimpse of hope.

Following India’s “Operation Sindoor” targeting terrorist camps in Pakistan and PoJK after the Pahalgam attack, England cricketers in the Pakistan Super League are considering returning home. The ECB and PCA held emergency talks, with players like James Vince and Tom Curran evaluating their options amidst rising tensions.

Young Somerset batter James Rew has earned his first England call-up for the upcoming Test against Zimbabwe, replacing injured Jordan Cox. Cox, unfortunately, suffered an abdominal strain, adding to his previous injury setbacks. Rew, a promising talent, boasts impressive domestic stats, including over 2,600 first-class runs and a current season average of 54.21.

Rohit Sharma has retired from Test cricket. He made the announcement before India’s tour of England. Sachin Tendulkar shared an emotional message. Tendulkar gave Rohit his Test cap in 2013. Rohit played 67 Tests and scored 4,301 runs. He captained India in 24 Tests. His last Test was in Melbourne against Australia. He will continue to play ODI cricket.

The IPL 2025 match between Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians has been relocated from Dharamsala to Ahmedabad due to the closure of Dharamsala’s airport, confirmed by GCA secretary Anil Patel. This change has created logistical challenges for Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings, who face a difficult journey from Dharamsala after their game.

As the IPL 2025 playoff race intensifies, teams strategically replace injured players. Lhuan-dre Pretorius joins Rajasthan Royals for Nitish Rana, while Urvil Patel strengthens Chennai Super Kings. Veteran Mayank Agarwal replaces Devdutt Padikkal at Royal Challengers Bangalore. Teams are leveraging base price signings to bolster squads before the mini-auction, with 17 injury replacements made so far.

Chennai Super Kings defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by two wickets, effectively ending the defending champions’ playoff hopes. Dewald Brevis’s explosive 52 and crucial contributions from Shivam Dube and MS Dhoni secured the victory. In a heartwarming moment, Dhoni’s sportsmanship shone as he ensured KKR pacer Chetan Sakariya wasn’t missed during the post-match handshakes.

Rohit ends his red-ball career as one of India’s most dependable batters in the latter part of his journey. He scored 4,301 runs in 67 Tests, including 12 centuries and 18 half-centuries, at an average of 40.57. Having already bid farewell to T20 Internationals after last year’s World Cup win, the 38-year-old will now be seen leading India only in the ODI format.