Indian Premier League (IPL) is one of the most awaited leagues in the cricket world, they announced their schedule and we are here for it. A total of 10 teams will be competing for the title.

These teams are Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Mumbai Indians (MI), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Rajasthan Royals (RR), Gujarat Titans (GT), Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Delhi Capitals (DC), Punjab Kings (PBKS), and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).

The league is set to begin on 22 March for three months across 13 venues. The match will be available for live streaming on JioHotstar and Star Sports Network. You can also book tickets online on BookMyShow, Paytm Insider, and iplt20.com.

The tournament is full of exciting sixes to jaw-dropping clean-bowled, so hang on tight while we tell you all about the schedule and fixtures of IPL 2025.

Mark Your Calendars: IPL 2025 Dates, Times and Teams

22 March at 07:30 PM: KKR vs RCB at Eden Gardens, Kolkata

23 March at 03:30 PM: SRH vs RR at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad

23 March at 07:30 PM: CSK vs MI at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

24 March at 07:30 PM: DC vs LSG at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

25 March at 07:30 PM: GTs vs PBKS at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati

26 March at 07:30 PM: RR vs KKR at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad

27 March at 07:30 PM: SRH vs LSG at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

28 March at 07:30 PM: CSK vs RCB at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

29 March at 07:30 PM: GT vs MI at Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam

30 March at 03:30 PM: DC vs SRH at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati

30 March at 07:30 PM: RR vs CSK at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

31 March at 07:30 PM: MI vs KKR at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

1 April at 07:30 PM: LSG vs PBKS at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

2 April at 07:30 PM: RCB vs GTs at Eden Gardens, Kolkata

3 April at 07:30 PM: KKR vs SRH at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

4 April at 07:30 PM: LSG vs MI at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

5 April at 03:30 PM: CSK vs DC at New PCA Stadium, New Chandigarh

5 April at 07:30 PM: PBKS vs RR at Eden Gardens, Kolkata

6 April at 03:30 PM: KKR vs LSG at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad

6 April at 07:30 PM: SRH vs GT at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

7 April at 07:30 PM: MI vs RCB at New PCA Stadium, New Chandigarh

8 April at 07:30 PM: PBKS vs CSK at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

9 April at 07:30 PM: GT vs RR at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

10 April at 07:30 PM: RCB vs DC at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

11 April at 07:30 PM: CSK vs KKR at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

12 April at 03:30 PM: Lucknow Super Giants vs Gujarat Titans at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

12 April at 07:30 PM: SRH vs PBKS at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad

13 April at 03:30 PM: RR vs RCB at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur

13 April at 07:30 PM: DC vs MI at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

14 April at 07:30 PM: LSG vs CSK at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

15 April at 07:30 PM: PBKS vs KKR at New PCA Stadium, New Chandigarh

16 April at 07:30 PM: DC vs RR at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

17 April at 07:30 PM: MI vs SRH at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

18 April at 07:30 PM: RCB vs PBKS at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

19 April at 03:30 PM: GT vs DC at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

19 April at 07:30 PM: RR vs LSG at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur

20 April at 03:30 PM: PBKS vs RCB at New PCA Stadium, New Chandigarh

April 20 at 07:30 PM: MI vs CSK at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

April 21 at 07:30 PM: KKR vs GT at Eden Gardens, Kolkata

April 22 at 07:30 PM: LSG vs DC at Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

April 23 at 07:30 PM: SRH vs MI at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad

April 24 at 07:30 PM: RCB vs RR at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

April 25 at 07:30 PM: CSK vs SRH at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

April 26 at 07:30 PM: KKR vs PBKS at Eden Gardens, Kolkata

April 27 at 03:30 PM: MI vs LSG at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

April 27 at 07:30 PM: DC vs RCB at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

April 28 at 07:30 PM: RR vs GT at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur

April 29 at 07:30 PM: DC vs KKR at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

April 30 at 07:30 PM: CSK vs PBKS at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

May 1 at 07:30 PM: RR vs MI at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur

May 2 at 07:30 PM: GT vs SRH at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

May 3 at 07:30 PM: RCB vs CSK at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

May 4 at 03:30 PM: KKR vs RR at Eden Gardens, Kolkata

May 4 at 07:30 PM: PBKS vs LSG at HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala

May 5 at 07:30 PM: SRH vs DC at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad

May 6 at 07:30 PM: MI vs GT at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

May 7 at 07:30 PM: KKR vs CSK at Eden Gardens, Kolkata

May 8 at 07:30 PM: PBKS vs DC at HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala

May 9 at 07:30 PM: LSG vs RCB at Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

May 10 at 07:30 PM: SRH vs KKR at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad

May 11 at 03:30 PM: PBKS vs MI at HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala

May 11 at 07:30 PM: DC vs GT at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

May 12 at 07:30 PM: CSK vs RR at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

May 13 at 07:30 PM: RCB vs SRH at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

May 14 at 07:30 PM: GT vs LSG at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

May 15 at 07:30 PM: MI vs DC at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

May 16 at 07:30 PM: RR vs PBKS at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur

May 17 at 07:30 PM: RCB vs KKR at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

May 18 at 03:30 PM: GT vs CSK at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

May 18 at 07:30 PM: LSG vs SRH at Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

Qualifier 1 May 20 at 7:30 PM IST: TBD vs TBD Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad

Eliminator May 21, 7:30 PM IST: TBD vs TBD Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad

Qualifier 2 May 23, 7:30 PM IST: TBD vs TBD Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Final May 25, 7:30 PM IST: TBD vs TBD Eden Gardens, Kolkata

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The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has finally unveiled the much-anticipated schedule for England Women’s Home Summer 2025. The England women’s cricket team will host both West Indies and India in a mix of T20Is and ODIs. The action-packed summer will witness top cricketing talent on display as the England women look forward to dominating on home soil.

England’s women’s home summer 2025 to begin with West Indies T20I and ODI series:

England women will kickstart their summer campaign against the Windies, with a three-match T20I series, kickstarting on May 21st at the Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence, Canterbury. The white-ball action will resume with the T20I games in Hove and Chelmsford.

After the successful completion of the T20I series, the England women’s cricket team will take on the West Indies in a three-match ODI series, starting at Derby on May 30. The much-awaited series will then move to Leicester before concluding in Taunton on June 7.

India Tour Will Be The Highlight Of England Women’s Home Summer 2025:

One of the biggest highlights of England Women’s Home Summer 2025 is a five-match T20I series against the Indian women, followed by a three-match ODI series. The T20Is will begin on June 28 at Trent Bridge, Nottingham, and conclude at Edgbaston, Birmingham on July 12.

Following the T20I series, the ODI series will kick off on July 16 at the Utilita Bowl in Southampton and culminate at Chester-le-Street on July 22.

England Women’s Home Summer 2025 international fixtures:

-England Women vs West Indies Women – T20I Series

• 1st T20I: 21 May – The Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence, Canterbury
• 2nd T20I: 23 May – The 1st Central County Ground, Hove
• 3rd T20I: 26 May – The Cloud County Ground, Chelmsford

-England Women vs West Indies Women – ODI Series

• 1st ODI: 30 May – The County Ground, Derby
• 2nd ODI: 4 June – Uptonsteel County Ground, Leicester
• 3rd ODI: 7 June – Cooper Associates County Ground, Taunton

-England Women vs India Women – T20I Series

• 1st T20I: 28 June – Trent Bridge, Nottingham
• 2nd T20I: 1 July – Seat Unique Stadium, Bristol
• 3rd T20I: 4 July – The Kia Oval, London
• 4th T20I: 9 July – Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester
• 5th T20I: 12 July – Edgbaston, Birmingham

-England Women vs India Women – ODI Series

• 1st ODI: 16 July – Utilita Bowl, Southampton
• 2nd ODI: 19 July – Lord’s, London
• 3rd ODI: 22 July – Seat Unique Riverside, Chester-le-Street

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The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has released the international schedule for England home summer 2025, featuring a thrilling lineup of bilateral series.

ECB Announced Fixtures For England Home Summer 2025

England’s men’s national cricket team is all set to face four nations – Zimbabwe, West Indies, India and South Africa in a series of Test matches, One Day Internationals (ODIs), and T20Is. England’s summer of 2025 will conclude with a tour of Ireland.

England to open the summer 2025 with historic Zimbabwe Test

England home summer 2025 will kickstart with a historic one-off Test match against Zimbabwe, which is scheduled to be played at Trent Bridge in Nottingham from May 22-25, 2025. The series will mark the return of Zimbabwe to Test cricket in England after a long gap of more than 20 years. The series holds significant importance to both nations, with England’s men expected to provide a big challenge to Zimbabwe.

White-ball action vs Windies begins in Birmingham

After the Test match against Zimbabwe, the England cricket team will host West Indies for three ODIs and three T20Is. The series is set to begin on May 29 at Edgbaston in Birmingham, with subsequent matches taking place across Cardiff, London, Chester-le-Street, Bristol, and Southampton.

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A look at #TeamIndia's fixtures for the 5⃣-match Test series against England in 2025 🙌#ENGvIND pic.twitter.com/wS9ZCVbKAt

— BCCI (@BCCI) August 22, 2024

Five-match leg vs India begins in June

Following the ENG vs WI bilateral series, England will meet the Indian cricket team for a five-match Test series, which will be one of the highlights of the summer of 2025. The series will begin on June 20 at Headingley, Leeds. Matches will also be played at iconic venues including Edgbaston, Lord’s, Old Trafford, and The Oval.

ECB Chief Executive Officer Richard Gould expressed excitement about the India series. In a media release, he stated, “India touring is always a big draw and a highlight of any cricket summer. The last Men’s Test series here was a nail-biter, and I’m sure next year’s clash will be just as exciting.”

South Africa to conclude England’s home summer 2025

The final leg of England home summer 2025 will see the team take on South Africa in a limited-overs series, featuring three ODIs and three T20Is. The series will take place in September, starting with an ODI at Headingley on September 2 and wrapping up with a T20I at Trent Bridge on September 14. Following this series, England will travel to Ireland for a three-match ODI series from September 17-21.

Furthermore, Richard Gould stressed the importance of supporting Test cricket while also showcasing England’s strength in white-ball formats. He said:

“Test cricket is so beloved in this country, and we know that we have an important role to play in supporting developing Test cricketing nations so that this format of the game thrives long into the future.”

England’s Home Summer 2025 schedule:

• England vs Zimbabwe – One-off Test
  Only Test: 22–25 May – Trent Bridge, Nottingham
• England vs West Indies – ODI Series
  1st ODI: 29 May – Edgbaston, Birmingham
  2nd ODI: 1 June – Sophia Gardens, Cardiff
  3rd ODI: 3 June – The Kia Oval, London
• England vs West Indies – T20I Series
  1st T20I: 6 June – Seat Unique Riverside, Chester-le-Street
  2nd T20I: 8 June – Seat Unique Stadium, Bristol
  3rd T20I: 10 June – Utilita Bowl, Southampton
• England vs India – Test Series
  1st Test: 20–24 June – Headingley, Leeds
  2nd Test: 2–6 July – Edgbaston, Birmingham
  3rd Test: 10–14 July – Lord’s, London
  4th Test: 23–27 July – Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester
  5th Test: 31 July – 4 August – The Kia Oval, London
• England vs South Africa – ODI Series
  1st ODI: 2 September – Headingley, Leeds
  2nd ODI: 4 September – Lord’s, London
  3rd ODI: 7 September – Utilita Bowl, Southampton
• England vs South Africa – T20I Series
  1st T20I: 10 September – Sophia Gardens, Cardiff
  2nd T20I: 12 September – Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester
  3rd T20I: 14 September – Trent Bridge, Nottingham

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The India vs South Africa 2023-24 tour will feature an exciting series of T20, ODI, and Test matches. The schedule, match timings, squads, and live-streaming details have already been announced, providing cricket fans with a comprehensive overview of the upcoming action.

Schedule and Match Timings

• T20 Matches:
  • 1st T20I – December 10 – 7:30 PM IST
  • 2nd T20I – December 12 – 8:30 PM IST
  • 3rd T20I – December 14 – 8:30 PM IST
• ODI Matches:
  • 1st ODI – December 17 – 1:30 PM IST
  • 2nd ODI – December 19 – 4:30 PM IST
  • 3rd ODI – December 21 – 4:30 PM IST
• Test Matches:
  • 1st Test – December 26-30 – 1:30 PM IST
  • 2nd Test – January 3-7 – 1:30 PM IST

The matches will be telecasted on the Star Sports network in India, with live streaming available on Disney+Hotstar.

Squads

The squads for the India vs South Africa series include a lineup of talented players from both teams, promising an intense and competitive showdown on the cricket field.

India’s Squad

T20I squad vs South Africa: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Suryakumar Yadav (C), Shreyas Iyer, Tilak Verma, Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Ishan Kishan (WK), Ravindra Jadeja (VC), Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi, Mohammed Siraj, Mukesh Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, Deepak Chahar.

ODI squad vs South Africa: Ruturaj Gaikwad, Tilak Verma, Sai Sudharsan, Rajat Patidar, Shreyas Iyer, Rinku Singh, KL Rahul (C and WK), Sanju Samson (WK), Washington Sundar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Avesh Khan, Deepak Chahar, Arshdeep Singh, Mukesh Kumar.

Test Squad vs South Africa: Rohit Sharma (C), Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shreyas Iyer, Ruturaj Gaikwad, KL Rahul (WK), Ishan Kishan (WK), Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Mohammed Siraj, Shardul Thakur, Mohammed Shami, Mukesh Kumar, Jasprit Bumrah (VC), Prasidh Krishna.

South Africa’s Squad

T20I squad vs India: Aiden Markram (C), David Miller, Reeza Hendricks, Tristan Stubbs, Ottniel Baartman, Nandre Burger, Matthew Breetzke, Donovan Ferreira, Heinrich Klaasen, Gerald Coetzee (1st and 2nd T20Is only), Marco Jansen (1st and 2nd T20Is only), Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi(1st and 2nd T20Is only), Andile Phehlukwayo, Tabraiz Shamsi, Lizaad Williams.

ODI squad vs India: Aiden Markram (C), David Miller, Reeza Hendricks, Heinrich Klaasen, Rassie Van Der Dussen, Mihlali Mpongwana, Kyle Verreynne, Lizaad Williams, Tony de Zorzi, Nandre Burger, Keshav Maharaj, Wiaan Mulder, Andile Phehlukwayo, Tabraiz Shamsi, Ottniel Baartman.

Test Squad vs India: Temba Bavuma (C), Aiden Markram, Dean Elgar, David Bedingham, Nandre Burger, Tony de Zorzi, Keegan Petersen, Tristan Stubbs, Kyle Verreynne, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Wiaan Mulder, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Gerald Coetzee.

Last update: Sept 5, 2023 11:00 PM IST

Sri Lanka beat Afghanistan in a thrilling match of the tournament by just 2 runs. From Group A, Pakistan and India have qualified, and from Group B, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh have qualified for the Super Four stage of the Asia Cup 2023.

Asia Cup 2023: Super Four Matches schedule, results and venue

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England, the reigning champions of the cricketing world, are gearing up to showcase their prowess on the international stage once again as they prepare to defend their title in the ICC World Cup 2023. With the tournament set to kick off on October 5 in India, cricket enthusiasts around the globe are eagerly anticipating the clashes between the world’s top teams.

Having emerged victorious in the previous edition by defeating New Zealand in a gripping final, England carries the weight of expectations and the ambition to repeat their triumph. As the host nation, India is set to witness a fierce contest among ten formidable teams, each vying for the coveted ICC World Cup.

The participating teams include cricketing powerhouses like India, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and Pakistan, along with emerging forces such as Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Netherlands, and England themselves.

The journey for England commences on October 5, when they square off against New Zealand in a rematch of the 2019 final. This captivating opener will set the tone for England’s campaign to defend their title.

During the league stage, England is scheduled to play a total of nine matches, engaging in a round-robin format where every team faces each other once before progressing to the semi-finals. The league stage culminates for England on November 11, as they take on Pakistan in what promises to be an enthralling showdown.

Although England has clinched the ODI World Cup title only once before, their consistent performances over the years have solidified their reputation as a cricketing force. Their recent victory in the T20 World Cup adds to their determination to shine on the grand stage.

The England squad, led by Jos Buttler, exudes a balanced blend of experience and youthful exuberance. This captaincy mantle, coupled with their triumph in the T20 World Cup, has heightened the nation’s aspirations to etch their name once again in the annals of cricketing history.

Let’s delve into England’s ICC World Cup 2023 schedule:

– October 5: England vs New Zealand, Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, 2:00 PM IST
– October 10: England vs Bangladesh, Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala, 2:00 PM IST
– October 15: England vs Afghanistan, Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, 2:00 PM IST
– October 21: England vs South Africa, Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, 2:00 PM IST
– October 26: England vs Sri Lanka, M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, 2:00 PM IST
– October 29: England vs India, Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, 2:00 PM IST
– November 4: England vs Australia, Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, 2:00 PM IST
– November 8: England vs Netherlands, Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune, 2:00 PM IST
– November 11: England vs Pakistan, Eden Gardens, Kolkata, 2:00 PM IST

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As the cricketing world gears up for the much-anticipated Asia Cup 2023, Afghanistan emerges as a formidable contender among the six participating teams. Scheduled to unfold across the cricketing landscapes of Sri Lanka and Pakistan from August 30 to September 17, this year’s tournament promises an exhilarating clash of cricketing titans.

Afghanistan’s journey in the Asia Cup begins on September 3, 2023, when they take on Bangladesh in a Group Stage match at the iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. This will set the stage for their second Group Stage encounter against defending champions Sri Lanka at the same venue on September 5.

While Afghanistan’s cricketing prowess has grown remarkably over the past few years, they face a monumental challenge in their match against Sri Lanka, the reigning champions who clinched victory over Pakistan by 23 runs in the previous edition. Overcoming Sri Lanka’s experienced squad in the One Day International (ODI) format is no small feat, and Afghanistan’s journey promises to be a test of their mettle.

Afghanistan’s strengths lie in their exceptional performance in both Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) and ODIs. Renowned for their formidable spin attack, spearheaded by the star bowler Rashid Khan, Afghanistan boasts a team that has consistently demonstrated great cricketing acumen.

The tournament venues for Afghanistan include the historic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore and the renowned R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

In the Super-Four stage, Afghanistan is set to face challenging encounters against opponents yet to be determined. If they secure the second position in Group B, they will navigate through an intense schedule that includes clashes against formidable teams like India and other qualifiers.

The expected playing eleven for Afghanistan includes Mohammad Nabi (C), Hashmatullah Shahidi, Rahmat Shah, Najibullah Zadran, Ikram Alikhil, Mohammad Shahzad (WK), Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naveen-ul-Haq, and Yamin Ahmadzai.

Afghanistan’s matches will be available for live streaming in the country on RTA Sport. For cricket enthusiasts in India, the Star Sports network and Disney+ Hotstar will offer live streaming options to catch all the thrilling action of the Asia Cup 2023.

The Afghanistan squad for the Asia Cup 2023 is expected to feature a lineup consisting of Mohammad Nabi (c), Hashmatullah Shahidi, Rahmat Shah, Najibullah Zadran, Ikram Alikhil, Mohammad Shahzad (wk), Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naveen-ul-Haq, and Yamin Ahmadzai.

As the much-anticipated Asia Cup 2023 draws closer, the Indian cricket team has left no stone unturned in their preparation for the tournament. The first practice session for the Indian team commenced on August 25, 2023, at Alur, setting the stage for their journey in the upcoming Asia Cup. Led by skipper Rohit Sharma, the team is gearing up to face the challenges that lie ahead in the tournament, with their first match against Pakistan scheduled for September 2 at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy.

In a strategic move, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) enlisted 15 net bowlers to aid the Indian team in their practice sessions. Notably, net bowlers such as Umran Malik, Yash Dayal, Kuldeep Sen, Sai Kishore, Rahul Chahar, and Shams Mulani were among those supporting the squad’s preparations.

Following their triumphant 2-0 victory in the ODI series against Ireland, Jasprit Bumrah and his compatriots will be rejoining the team on August 26. The inclusion of Bumrah and Prasidh Krishna in the Asia Cup 2023 squad adds firepower to India’s bowling arsenal.

Wicketkeeper-batsman KL Rahul, who had been nursing an injury since IPL 2023, returned to the practice ground. His net session featured spells against the likes of Ravindra Jadeja, Sai Kishore, and Kuldeep Yadav. The team management is closely monitoring Rahul’s performance and fitness post-injury, hoping to ensure he is fully ready for the challenges ahead.

During practice, the players paired up to simulate match scenarios, with Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer, as well as Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja engaging in batting sessions lasting around an hour each.

A significant highlight of the practice session was Virat Kohli’s solitary session against spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Sai Kishore. Given Kohli’s past challenges against spinners, particularly leg-spinners, this focused practice is expected to enhance his confidence while facing spin bowling during the Asia Cup 2023 and the subsequent World Cup 2023.

With a formidable squad that boasts the likes of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Jasprit Bumrah, Team India is leaving no stone unturned in their pursuit of success in the Asia Cup 2023.

As anticipation builds for the 16th edition of the Asia Cup, cricket enthusiasts eagerly await Team India’s performance in the tournament, which is jointly hosted by Sri Lanka and Pakistan from August 30 to September 17. Under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma, Team India’s first match is scheduled against arch-rivals Pakistan on September 2 at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy. The excitement continues as they face Nepal on September 4 at the same venue.

The Asia Cup 2023 will witness India’s strategic battles in the Group Stage and Super Four. In the Super Four stage, India will go head-to-head against B2 on September 6, A2 on September 10, and B1 on September 14. The R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo will host the tournament’s final clash.

Cricket aficionados can catch all the live action of the Asia Cup matches on Disney+ Hotstar and Star Sports channels. The Indian squad for the Asia Cup is a balanced blend of experience and young talent, including players like Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, and promising stars such as Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav. The team’s depth and strategic prowess make them a strong contender for the coveted championship, with their eyes set on adding another trophy to their illustrious cricketing journey.