In a vibrant showcase of national pride, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially unveiled the new Tri-Coloured themed jersey for Team India, just ahead of their much-anticipated three-match ODI series against England. ??This elegant design, featuring a striking tri-color?? gradient on the shoulder blades, marks a significant aesthetic update for the Indian cricket team as they gear up for the forthcoming cricketing challenges.

The Tri-Coloured themed jersey

The BCCI took to their official social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), to reveal the new ODI jersey. The design incorporates the colors of the Indian national flag, symbolizing the team’s representation of the country’s spirit and unity. This move is not just a fashion update but a statement of national pride and identity. The players looked excited and pumped up as they donned the new jersey, featuring a striking tri-color gradient on the shoulder blades.

First ODI in 444 days

The release of the new jersey comes at a pivotal moment for Team India, as they prepare for their first ODI match in 444 days, signaling a return to the format with renewed vigor. This series against England is crucial as it sets the tone for India’s preparations for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

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Rohit Sharma’s absence raises eyebrows

The new design was showcased by some of the team’s key players including Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and others, who were seen posing in their fresh looks with bright smiles, indicating team unity and enthusiasm. Notably, the captain, Rohit Sharma, was absent from the initial reveal, spa??rking ??curiosity among fans.

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ODI battle to begin in Nagpur

The 3-match ODI series kicks off at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, a venue known for its spin-friendly conditions, which might play into India’s strategy with the inclusion of Varun Chakravarthy. The first ODI is set for February 6, followed by matches in Cuttack and Ahmedabad, spotlighting India’s readiness for both home conditions and international competition.

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The BCCI Naman Awards took place on Saturday (February 1, 2025) in Mumbai, celebrating outstanding achievements in Indian cricket over the past year. The ceremony recognized both men ?and women international players, with sev??eral prestigious awards presented.

The event also recognized several uncapped players for their ??performances in domestic cricket, showcasing the depth of talent within Indian cricket.

Sachin Tendulkar receives C.K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award

Sachin Tendulkar received the highest BCCI award – the Col. C.K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award – this time. The 51-year old, who represented Team India in 200 Tests and 463 ODIs, bid farewell to his international career in November 2013 with 34,357 runs and 100 centuries.

“The Lifetime Achievement Award acknowledged the cricket legend’s extraordinary 24-year international career where through personal milestones and national triumphs, through challenges and victories, he carried not just his bat but the hopes of an entire nation. It recognised not just a cricketer, but a phenomenon who transformed Indian cricket into a global powerhouse,” the BCCI stated in a media release.

Full list of winners at the BCCI Naman Awards 2025

Domestic Cricket Awards

• Best Performance in BCCI Domestic Tournaments â€?Mumbai Cricket Association
• Lala Amarnath Award for Best All-Rounder in Domestic Limited-Overs Competitions â€?Shashank Singh (Chhattisgarh)
• Lala Amarnath Award for Best All-Rounder in Ranji Trophy â€?Tanush Kotian (Mumbai)
• Best Umpire in Domestic Cricket â€?Akshay Totre

International Cricket Awards

• Polly Umrigar Award: Best International Cricketer (Men) â€?Jasprit Bumrah
• Best International Cricketer (Women) â€?Smriti Mandhana
• Best International Debut (Men) â€?Sarfaraz Khan
• Best International Debut (Women) â€?Asha Sobhn

Women’s Cricket Awards

• Highest Wickets in One Day Internationals (Women) â€?Deepti Sharma
• Highest Run Getter in One Day Internationals (Women) â€?Smriti Mandhana
• Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy: Best Woman Cricketer (Junior Domestic) â€?Ishwari Awasare (Maharashtra)
• Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy: Best Woman Cricketer (Senior Domestic) â€?Priya Mishra (Delhi)

Age-Group Cricket Awards

• Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy: Highest Wicket-Taker in U16 Vijay Merchant Trophy â€?Hemchudeshan Jeganathan (Tamil Nadu)
• Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy: Highest Run Getter in U16 Vijay Merchant Trophy â€?Lakshya Raichandani (Uttarakhand)
• M.A. Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Wicket-Taker in U19 Cooch Behar Trophy â€?Vishnu Bhardwaj (Madhya Pradesh)
• M.A. Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Run Getter in U19 Cooch Behar Trophy â€?Kavya Teotia (Uttar Pradesh)
• M.A. Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Wicket-Taker in U23 CK Nayudu Trophy (Plate Group) â€?Neizekho Rupreo (Nagaland)
• M.A. Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Run Getter in U23 CK Nayudu Trophy (Plate Group) â€?Hem Chetri (Nagaland)
• M.A. Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Wicket-Taker in U23 CK Nayudu Trophy (Elite Group) â€?P. Vidyuth (Tamil Nadu)
• M.A. Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Run Getter in U23 CK Nayudu Trophy (Elite Group) â€?Aneesh KV (Karnataka)

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Ranji Trophy Awards

• Madhavrao Scindia Award: Highest Wicket-Taker in Ranji Trophy (Plate Group) â€?Mohit Jangra (Mizoram)
• Madhavrao Scindia Award: Highest Wicket-Taker in Ranji Trophy (Elite Group) â€?Tanay Thyagarajan (Hyderabad)
• Madhavrao Scindia Award: Highest Run Getter in Ranji Trophy (Plate Group) â€?Agni Chopra (Mizoram)
• Madhavrao Scindia Award: Highest Run Getter in Ranji Trophy (Elite Group) â€?Ricky Bhui (Andhra Pradesh)

Special Award for Ravichandran Ashwin

Veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who announced retirement from international cricket after the third Test of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, was felicit?ated by the BCCI?? with a special award.

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has addressed recent media reports suggesting that the Indian cricket team might refuse to sport jerseys featuring the name of the host nation, Pakistan, for the Champions Trophy 2025. These reports had sparked widespread speculation and concern regarding the Indian team’s stance on the upcoming tournament.

The controversy over alleged refusal to display Pakistan’s name

Notably, the reports suggested that the BCCI was unwilling to display the host nation’s name due to ongoing political tensions between the two countries. This sparked a sharp response from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), which strongly criticized the BCCI’s stance. The PCB official had accused the BCCI of intertwining politics with sports, stating that such actions would only harm the spirit of the game and create unne?cessary divisions within the cricketing community.

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BCCI clarifies stance on Champions Trophy 2025 jersey guidelines

Now, the Indian cricket board has clarified their stance over the matter. On Wednesday, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia explained the board’s position regarding the jersey guidelines for the upcoming event. In a chat with Cricbuzz, Saikia confirmed that the BCCI would fully comply with the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) regulations for the tournament.

Saikia spe??cifically emphasized that the Indian team would adhere to all ICC protocols concerning the official logo, which includes the host nation’s name as part of the design on team je?rseys. He further explained that the BCCI’s decision was in line with the international governing body’s directive and that the board had no intentions of deviating from these established guidelines.

“We will follow whatever are the ICC guidelines. We will follow the ICC directive,” said Saikia.

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has landed in a controversy just ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, with reports emerging that the Indian cricket board has refused to print Pakistan‘s name on Team India’s jerseys.

The tournam?ent, which will be jointly hosted by Pakistan and UAE, has now seen tensions rise following this decision. With India’s matches slated to be played in Dubai, the issue surrounding Pakistan’s official role as the host nation has become a hot topic.

PCB official accuses BCCI of politicizing cricket

In response to BCCI’s decision, a Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) official has strongly accused the Indian board of politicizing?? cricket. The anonymous PCB official claimed that the refusal to print Pakistan’s name on India’s jersey is yet another instance of th??e BCCI injecting politics into the sport.

“BCCI is bringing politics into cricket, which is not at all good for the game. They refused to travel to Pakistan. They don’t want to send their captain (to Pakistan) for the opening ceremony, now there are reports that they don’t want the host nation’s (Pakistan) name printed on their jersey,” the PCB official said as quoted by IANS.

The controversy comes on the back of BCCI’s earlier refusal to send Indian captain Rohit Sharma to Pakistan for the opening ceremony of the tournament. This decision was met with disappointment from the PCB as the absence of India’s captain from the opening ceremony was viewed by many as a symbolic snub.

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Expresses confidence in ICC intervening in the matter

The PCB official remains hopeful that the International Cricket Council (ICC) will intervene in the matter to ensure that Pakistan, as the official host of the Champions Trophy 2025, is properly recognized. The official believes that the ICC, as the global governing body of cricket, will prioritize fairness a??nd the integrity of the sport.

“We believe that the world governing body (ICC) will not let this happen and support Pakistan,” added the official.

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In a highly anticipated announcement, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) unveiled India‘s squad for the upcoming ODI series against England and the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 during a press conference held at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Saturday?.

The event was attended by Indian captain Rohit Sharma and chief selector Ajit Agarkar. The squad announcement comes after a tumultuous period for Indian cricket, especiall??y following their performance in the ODI World Cup 2023.

India’s challenge for Champions Trophy 2025

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will be hosted in a hybrid model, with India playing their matches in Dubai while other games will take place across three venues in Pakistan. This tournament marks the return of the Champions Trophy after an eight-year hiatus and will feature eight teams divided into two groups. India is placed in Group A alongside Pakistan, New Zealand and Bangladesh. They will kick off their ca?mpaign against Bangladesh on February 20, followed by matches against Pakistan and New Zealand.

4 players dropped from India’s 2025 Champions Trophy squad after featuring in the 2023 ODI World Cup

Despite a strong showing at the ODI World Cup 2023, where India reached the finals undefeated in the league phase, several key players who participated in that tournament were left out of the Champions Trophy squad. The follow??ing players were notable omissions:

1) Mohammed Siraj

Despite being a crucial part of India’s bowling attack during the World Cup, Mohammed Siraj was left out of the Champions Trophy squad. His performances in the World Cup were ?commendable, showcasing his ability to take wickets at critical junctures. However, selectors opted for a different combination for the Champions Trophy, possibly favouring players with more recent experience in international matches or those who fit better into their strategic plans for the tournament. This decision has raised eyebrows among fans and analysts, as many expected Siraj to be a mainstay in the bowling lineup.

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2) Ishan Kishan

Ishan Kishan‘s exclusion from the Champions Trophy squad is another surprising decision. Although he had a role in the World Cup, his form fluctuated during crucial matches. With Rishabh Pant returning to form and KL Rahul‘s versatility as a keeper-batter, Kishan’s chances diminished. Additionally, his absence from domestic competitions like the Vijay Hazare Trophy may have played a significant role in the selectors’ decision-making process. The BCCI has emphasized participation in domestic tournaments, and Kishan’s lack of involvement could have been viewed unfavourably by the selectors.

3) Suryakumar Yadav

Suryakumar Yadav‘s omission is particularly noteworthy given his reputation as an explosive batter. However, his inconsistency during the World Cup may have led selectors to prioritize players who demonstrated steadiness and reliability. With younger talents like Yashasvi Jaiswal stepping up, Yadav’s position became vulnerable. The selectors may have decided to invest in players who have shown consistent performance in recent matches rather than relying on Yadav’s potential.

4) Shardul Thakur

Shardul Thakur‘s all-round capabilities were not enough to secure his place in the Champions Trophy squad. While he contributed with both bat and ball during the World Cup, Thakur’s role was overshadowed by other players who have been more impactful in recent games. The selectors may have opted for a more specialized bowling lineup that could better serve their strategic needs for the tournament.

The impact of selection decisions

The decision to omit these players has sparked discussions among fans and analysts alike. Many believe that Siraj’s exclusion is particularly controversial given his performance metrics during the World Cup. His ability to take crucial wickets at key moments made him a fan favourite, and his absence could affect India’s bowling depth.

Also READ: 3 England players to miss out on the 2025 Champions Trophy squad after ??playing in ODI World Cup 2023

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After India’s consecutive series defeats against New Zealand and Australia, and a steady decline in the quality of cricket on the pitch which started with a rare ODI-series loss against Sri Lanka, some punitive actions were anticipated at the hands of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) so that the situation?? of the players on the pi?tch can improve.

The cricketing community saw some kind of action which BCCI took recently with the release of a 10-point diktat for players streamlining everything they do on and off the pitch; from cricket to their respective families involvement during the foreign tours. Reactions poured in over this 10-point mandate ever since its announcement. However, it’s only now that the true nature of these new rules is revealed.

What are the BCCI’s 10-point guidelines?

The BCCI has introduced new guidelines aimed at strengthening team cohesion and discipline. Players are now required to participate in domestic cricket to remain eligible for national selectio??n, with exceptions only granted in extraordinary circumstances. The board has also emphasized team travel, disallowing individual arrangements unless approved by the Head Coach and Selection Committee Chairman. Personal staff, including hairdressers or nannies, are banned from tours unless authorized by the BCCI. Players must remain with the team until the end of a series or tour, promoting bonding and continuity. Disciplinary actions, such as suspensions or fines, will be imposed for non-compliance. A new family travel policy allows players�families to join tours lasting over 45 days, with the BCCI covering shared accommodation costs. Additionally, players must adhere to baggage limits, attend full practice sessions, avoid personal endorsements during tours, and prioritize BCCI activities.

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Rohit Sharma and Ajit Agarkar’s reaction on the new rules

The chief selector of the Indian cricket team Ajit Agarkar and captain of the Indian team Rohit Sharma recently made their first public appearance since these guidelines got released by the BCCI. On being asked their views on the new rules, the two stalwarts of Indian cricket made some astonishing comments ??which highlighted the true nature of the new rules.

“Who has told you about these rules? Has it come from the official handle? Let it come, and we will talk,â€?/em> Rohit said, while being visibly irritated with the reporter who asked him about the new guidelines during the press-conference.