Glenn Mcgrath the legendary fast bowler of Australia has bit of small advice to Jasprit Bumrah who is been recovering from back stress which caused in 5th test of Bgt series. Mcgrah says he has to work hard in his body off the field as his body posses more power than other bowler so he needs to find an alternative way which lower the risk on his body. 

Glenn Mcgrath was renowned fast bowler for Australia who had played 124 tests and 250 ODI matches for Australia where he has taken 563 wickets in tests and 381 wickets in ODI. He has won three world cups(1999, 2003,2007) with Australia, and he was one of the prominent and go-to bowlers at that team. That was one of Australia's dangerous team. 

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The Load Is Too Much On Him

Jasprit Bumrah has been a go-through bowler for India since his debut. He has bowled some crucial overs for Team India. Though in his initial days, he was in his learning phase which constrained some runs later with the time being he mastered his art. Mcgrath says Bumrah has found some ways to get relief from his stress but needs to work on his speed and technique.

He moves on with his own example that he had bigger fuel tank but the speed was quite lower than him. Bumrah has a vivid action which extracts more pressure on his back. He needs to adgacent his body, he knows better than us that how he feels because he is not the same as he used to be before. He has to work more harder to get into field. Because the expectation on him is so high that drives more. 

Will Bumrah Back To IPL Nearby

Bumrah suffered Back stress injury in the 5th test of Bgt series on the second day where he found some discomfort in his back and left the the field where, Australia got the target of 168 and it was chased by Australia. From there he is been on recovering phase, though at initial stage he was on the cards for Champions Trophy but later he was dropped back. 

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He is doubtful for IPL too where its been said that he will be skipping the initial stages of IPL and may get into action at the later half of the IPL but it may be subject to later things. Even Mcgrath has adviced the same to balance the work load which is done by most of the players by today. 

Australian fast bowlers Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc, and Pat Cummins are all ready to return to the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, as per The Indian Express. The three had missed the Champions Trophy because of injuries but are now ready to return to the field.

Big Boost for IPL Teams

Their return is good news for their respective franchises since all three are world-class fast bowlers with significant experience in T20 cricket.

• Pat Cummins will remain the captain of Sunrisers Hyderabad and will lead them right from the first match.
• Mitchell Starc, who took the IPL 2024 championship with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), has joined Delhi Capitals this season.
• Josh Hazlewood, who had suffered from several injuries, will again be playing for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).

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Injury Return & Expectations

Cummins, Starc, and Hazlewood all were excluded from the Champions Trophy due to various injury issues but now are well and ready for IPL 2025. Returning will strengthen their respective teams' bowling attacks and increase the intensity of the competition.

With all these key Australian pacers returning to the field, cricket enthusiasts can look forward to some exciting performances in IPL 2025!

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) all-rounder Mitchell Marsh will feature in the next IPL 2025 season but as a batter only. The Australian player, who has been rehabilitating from a back injury, will return to the team next week.

Marsh was out of Australia's ODI tour of Sri Lanka and the 2025 Champions Trophy owing to his injury. But after visiting a specialist in February, he has been batting in the last few weeks.

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LSG acquired Marsh for ₹3.3 crore during the IPL 2025 auction. He won't be bowling, so he could feature mostly as an impact player for the team.

🚨 MITCHELL MARSH FIT FOR IPL. 🚨

- Marsh cleared to participate in IPL 2025 as a batter. (Espncricinfo). pic.twitter.com/weOIMTGDWP

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) March 13, 2025

In the previous season, while representing Delhi Capitals, Marsh was forced to withdraw after participating in only four matches because of a hamstring strain. Now, he will be expecting a good comeback this season with Lucknow Super Giants.

Ellyse Perry has become the sixth woman cricketer to score 9,000 runs in T20 cricket. She reached this milestone during a match in the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 while playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB).

Perry's Performance

Perry scored an unbeaten 49 off 38 balls, hitting 5 fours and 1 six. She built key partnerships:

• 59 runs with Smriti Mandhana (53) for the second wicket.
• 53 runs with Richa Ghosh (36) for the third wicket.

WPL's Highest Run-Scorer

With 972 runs in 25 innings, Perry is now the highest run-scorer in WPL history, surpassing Meg Lanning (939 runs in 26 innings).

9,000 T20 Runs Club

Perry joins an elite group of women cricketers with 9,000 T20 runs:

• Suzie Bates
• Sophie Devine
• Beth Mooney
• Meg Lanning
• Danni Wyatt

In T20 Internationals, Perry has scored 2,109 runs for Australia at an average of 30.12.

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Leading WPL 2025

Perry is also the highest run-scorer in WPL 2025, with 372 runs in 8 innings at an average of 93.00 and a strike rate of 148.80. Her top score this season is 90*.

Perry's outstanding form continues to make her one of the best batters in women's T20 cricket.

Most Runs in T20Is:

Australian cricket veteran Steve Smith has made his One Day International (ODI) retirement official after Australia's semi-final loss to India in the Champions Trophy 2025. The 35-year-old veteran batter, who scored a gritty 73 as the top scorer for his side, told his teammates straight after the match that it was his last ODI outing.

But Smith has asserted that he will play Test and T20I cricket, with emphasis on future big red-ball series, such as the World Test Championship Final, West Indies tour, and Ashes series against England in Australia.

An Emotional Farewell

Looking back at his career, Smith has credited being part of an exemplary ODI career lasting almost 15 years. It has been a wonderful ride, and I have enjoyed every moment of it. There have been so many great times and great memories. Winning two World Cups was a wonderful highlight, as well as the many great teammates who were part of the journey," Smith stated.

He added that with the 2027 ODI World Cup looming, it was the appropriate time for Australia to begin planning for the future.

Now is an excellent time for individuals to begin preparing for the 2027 World Cup, so it is the perfect time to step aside."

🚨BREAKING🚨: Australian stalwart Steve Smith has announced his retirement from ODI cricket#SteveSmith #CricketAustralia pic.twitter.com/eTYWGLGnFu

— CricTracker (@Cricketracker) March 5, 2025

Steve Smith's Magnificent ODI Career

Smith departs ODIs with a fantastic record:

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• 5800 runs in 170 games
• 12 centuries and 32 half-centuries
• Two-time ICC Cricket World Cup champion (2015, 2023)
• Captained Australia in 64 ODIs, winning 32

Smith was instrumental in Australia's 2015 World Cup win under Michael Clarke and also a member of the team that won the trophy once again in 2023 under Pat Cummins.

His stint in leadership included many highlights such as series wins against England and India in 2016, a Chappell-Hadlee Trophy victory, and a tri-series victory over South Africa and West Indies. His most recent effort was guiding Australia to a 3-0 ODI clean sweep against West Indies in 2023-24.

Tribute from Cricket Australia

After his statement, Cricket Australia's Selectors Chairman, George Bailey, noted Smith's input into Australian cricket.

"We wholeheartedly agree and endorse Steve's retirement from One Day International cricket. His batting record over 167 matches is second to none, and to depart the format as a two-time World Cup champion is testament to his place among the great Australian ODI players."

Bailey also reaffirmed that Smith is entirely committed to Test cricket, where he remains an integral leader and precious asset.

The Journey of a Leg-Spinner to a Great Batsman

The career of Smith on the international scene started in 2010, when he played as a leg-spinning all-rounder against the West Indies. Over time, he developed into one of the great batters of his time with his unorthodox batting and capability to command in all weather.

Apart from his batting exploits, Smith also made contributions with the ball, picking up 28 wickets at a mean of 34.67. His performance in ODIs saw him receive several awards, including:

• Australian Men's ODI Player of the Year (2015, 2021)
• ICC Men's ODI Team of the Year (2015)

What's Next for Smith?
Even though his ODI career is over, Smith's attention now turns to red-ball cricket, where he is still an integral part of the Australian Test team. With the World Test Championship Final, the West Indies tour, and the Ashes series on the horizon, fans can still look forward to witnessing the Australian maestro at his best.

As Australia sets its sights on a new era of ODIs, Steve Smith's legacy as a two-time World Cup champion, a fearless captain, and one of the greatest batters of his era will always be remembered in cricketing history.

Australian cricketer David Warner, who is a renowned fan of Tollywood films, is finally going to make his much-hyped Telugu film debut. The 38-year-old batsman, who has a special rapport with Telugu fans due to his successful journey with SunRisers Hyderabad, will be seen in the upcoming movie Robinhood, which features Nithiin and Sreeleela in the lead roles and is directed by Venky Kudumula.

The buzz about Warner's cameo grew stronger after he started following Nithiin and Venky Kudumula on Instagram, indicating that he would be a part of the project. There were reports that the cricketer shot his scene when the film's Australia schedule was on in September 2024. Now, finally silencing the rumors for months, the producer Ravi Shankar of Mythri Movie Makers officially announced Warner's cameo during the pre-release event of Kingston in Hyderabad.

David Warner is set to make his acting debut in the Telugu film Robinhood! 🎬🔥

Producer Ravi Shankar of Mythri Movies (Pushpa makers) confirmed the news, stating that Warner has played a small role in the film. Exciting times ahead! 🏏🎥 #DavidWarner #Robinhood #Tollywood pic.twitter.com/DPossLu3mN

— HK Chronicle (@HK_Chronicle_) March 5, 2025

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"David Warner has appeared in a cameo in the film. It'll be thrilling," Shankar divulged, even more heightening the expectations for the movie.

Warner's Affection for Telugu Cinema

Warner has been expressing his fondness for Tollywood consistently through his viral Instagram reels, where he has grooved to Allu Arjun's blockbuster songs from Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo and Pushpa. His spirited interaction with Telugu cinema and its fans has endeared him to the hearts of the people in the region.

In the footsteps of Indian cricketers Shikhar Dhawan (Double XL), Sreesanth (Askar 2), Harbhajan Singh (Mujhse Shaadi Karoge), Irfan Pathan (Cobra), and Ajay Jadeja (Khel), Warner is the newest cricket star to venture into acting. Although nothing has been said about his character in Robinhood, fans await anxiously to know if he carries his energetic and fun-loving personality on the big screen

With Warner's appearance now officially announced, Robinhood is now among the most eagerly anticipated Telugu movies. The fans can hardly wait to witness what surprises this Australian cricketer has for them!

India and Australia are once again in the cards of the semi-final where Australia would be hoping to keep their dominance on India. On the other hand, India won't forget the injury that was caused on the eve of the World Cup final in Ahmedabad where India lost the World Cup in their backyard. This will be a fiery contest between these two teams. As there have been few changes in both the side's squads. 

India has lost their pace attacker Bumrah who has been sidelined due to a back injury. And there in Australia has lost their Captain Pat Cummins, and pace bowlers like Hazelwood and Mitchell Starc. It would be more of a contest with the bat. Australia chased a difficult target of 375 in their first encounter of the Champions Trophy against England. England's batting was firey at their innings. It seemed a lost game for them but this team is unpredictable and can pull off anything as different individuals rise on hard occasions. 

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Smith With A Special Message To India 

Their second and third match were whitewashed due to rain and they had to face South Africa and Afghanistan. Due to a better run rate Australia secured the top spot on Pool A. India won their all matches and secured the top spot in Pool B. It's Australia and India once again in the cards will it be a repeat of 2023 or India will seek their revenge? Through their ongoing presser meet it was been asked of a message to captains for each other. It all started when captain of Australia Pat Cummins made a statement " Nothing More Satisfying Than A Big Crowd Go Silent"

And won the World Cup 2023 in India and silenced the crowd He asked current Australian skipper Steve Smith whether he has any special message for India this time. Smith responded Yeah, I don't have a message, to be honest. Smith was dropped from captaincy after the sandpaper scandal which became the talk of the town both Steve Smith and Warner were banned for 1 year by Cricket Australia, and after that, Pat Cummins was appointed as captain for Australia. 

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Smith is Back On Guard

 Due to the ongoing injury of Pat Cummins which happened in a recent BGT series, Steve Smith has been called to captain Cricket Australia. It was too asked about the advantage that India possesses in the Champions Trophy. Smith says ya they have a slight edge as they have played all their, games here and accessed the pitch very well. India has quality spinners. 

Our priority will be taking on their spinners and playing into our merit. He said India is a tough team to challenge but we too had our preparation spot on. We too have included the spin department. The morning I spoke to the groundsman and he stated it was a dry pitch and spinners will come into play, we are looking for a good game. 

India's victory over New Zealand has taped the semi-final slot for semi-finals. As the group stages have come to an end. The four semi-finalists ( India, New Zealand, South Africa and Australia) have lined up for the ultimate battle of Champions Trophy Trophy. India defeated Bangladesh by six wickets. They secured their second win against Pakistan by six wickets. Their final game was against New Zealand which they won by 44 runs. 

Australia faced their arch rivals England in their opening encounter of Champions Trophy securing a historic win chasing the 350 plus mamoth score, Thanks to Josh Inglis century by which they can achieve this target. Rest of their two matches were off due to rain securing two points in each game. 

India finished their pool as table toppers, whereelse in pool A Australia have secured top spot. Earlier without a confirmation it was deligated that both Australia and South Africa have to travel 2000 kilometers to Dubai which became the talk of town indicating a clear advantage to India. 

India Depicting the Advantage Against Australia In CT

In 50 overs cricket both the teams have the greatest rivalry but Australia has the highest win percentage against them. But in CT India clearly dominated them by securing 2-1. India defeated them in 1998 and in 2000 once conquered them by 20 runs. Australia trailed India in 2006 defeating them in their own fort by six wickets. In 2009 too they faced each other where Australia opted out to bat but due to rain match became abandoned. 

But if you see head-to-head matches between them it's Australia who has the clear cut edge between these two teams. India and Australia have played a total of 151 matches between them, where

Australia - 84 wins

India -        57 wins

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Whose Advantage On This Game

Australia's domination over the years on the Indian team is predictable. Who would forget about the 2003 World Cup final where Australia beat India by a huge margin? Then they went on to win the 2007 World Cup too, but after the retirement of Ponting, Australia surged back and had the trophy drought till 2015, when Micheal Clarke broke that jinks.

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Soon Australia started their dominating phase once again when Pat Cummins was appointed as Australia captain where they won the 2023 World Cup In India by beating India and won the Border Gavaskar trophy after 10 years. Now in this champions Trophy few of their key members are injured still they are fighting like an fresh lion. Now this decisive semi final too has a big advantage on Australia side but still India will have a constant drive. 

Australian opener Matthew Short is expected to miss the Champions Trophy semifinal against India or New Zealand following the in-form batsman's quad injury in the rain-abandoned game against Afghanistan.
Short had scored 20 off 15 balls on Friday but had appeared to be in obvious discomfort before being bowled by Azmatullah Omarzai as Australia made it to the semifinals with four points.

🚨 REPORTS 🚨

Matt Short is likely to miss the Champions Trophy semi-final due to a quad injury. 🏆🇦🇺

Who should replace him in Australia's XI? 🤔#Cricket #Australia #ODI #ChampionsTrophy pic.twitter.com/5KN57Oclw6

— Sportskeeda (@Sportskeeda) March 1, 2025

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Short suffered an injury late in Afghanistan's innings, and though opening the batting with Travis Head, he could not move freely between the wickets, and mostly played shots for boundaries. He scored 20 from 15 deliveries in an important opening partnership of 44 runs in 4.3 overs before being caught at mid-on. Post-match, captain Steven Smith recognized the time limit on Short's recovery.
I believe he'll be fighting. I believe we got to see tonight he wasn't running that well. I believe it's most likely going to be too fast between games for him to recover," Smith claimed during the post-match ceremony.
Jake Fraser-McGurk, a replacement for the injured Mitchell Marsh, is the spare batter in the squad and could be a direct swap for Short at the top of the order. However, other options are available, with all-rounder Aaron Hardie possibly stepping in if someone else is moved up to open.
“We’ve got a few guys available to fill the role," Smith said.
If Short is officially ruled out of the tournament for the remainder of it, left-handed batsman and left-arm spinner Cooper Connolly may be brought in as a traveling reserve. Short's absence would also take away a spin-bowling option since he had bowled seven superb overs for 21 runs against Afghanistan. Australia still has other spin-bowling options in the form of Travis Head and Marnus Labuschagne, who claimed two wickets against England but were not given a run on Friday.
Australia was already struggling with a few injuries heading into the tournament, with Marsh (back), Pat Cummins (ankle), Josh Hazlewood (hip), Mitchell Starc (ankle) out of action, and Marcus Stoinis retiring.
The other Group B team's fate is still unclear, but South Africa is most likely to accompany Australia. But the venues for the semi-finals will only be known after the India-New Zealand match on Sunday evening. The standings at the end of Group B will be determined after South Africa plays England on Saturday, but India and New Zealand are already destined for their respective venues in Dubai and Lahore.
Australia will play the winner of the India-New Zealand match in the semi-final. Australia will play the loser of that match.
Regardless of which team goes to Dubai, they will have only slightly more than 24 hours to prepare. Conditions in Dubai, where India hosts all their matches, have been spin-friendly, and Australia has leg-spinner Tanveer Sangha as a possible frontline choice.

Cricket has its share of unpredictable moments but what is transpiring in the Champions Trophy 2025 defies belief There is a shock all around as the tournament is following almost the exact script of the 2023 ODI World Cup The similarities are so astonishing that people have started referring to it as cricket's biggest repeat moment.
A Tournament on Repeat
As the matches went on, fans began noticing unusual similarities It was not merely one or two coincidences but a whole pattern repeating itself.

• KL Rahul concluded the first match with a six just like in 2023
• India secured their second match while chasing and Virat Kohli remained unbeaten again
• Afghanistan beat England in a huge upset just like two years ago
• The same four teams made it to the semifinals India Australia New Zealand and South Africa

It is as if the script of the 2023 World Cup has been copied and pasted into the Champions Trophy

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pic.twitter.com/1VrpHWSRMc

— Out Of Context Cricket (@GemsOfCricket) March 1, 2025

Coincidence or Something Bigger
This strange chain of events has left experts and fans baffled Is this a huge coincidence or do cricket matches have an unusual habit of repeating themselves Some think it is a mere statistical rarity while others think that it is fate playing its role.
What Happens Next
As the tournament progresses to the final stage the largest question now is whether the similarities are going to repeat If India and Australia are set to play in the final again like in 2023 then it will be impossible to turn a blind eye to this trend.
For the time being, fans are simply relishing the bizarre feeling of repetition But one thing is for sure the Champions Trophy 2025 has been one of the most discussed tournaments in the history of cricket.