Former India batter Vinod Kambli’s health has been in the headlines for the last few days after he was admitted to a private hospital in Thane on Saturday (Dec 21). Speaking on the same, on Monday, doctors revealed the reason for the health issue as he struggles with clots in his brain. Kambli’s health has been on decline in the recent months with several incidents making headlines including a program with Sachin Tendulkar where they shared the same podium.

<h2>Doctors reveal clot in Kambli’s brain</h2>

After being admitted at Akriti Hospital in Thane, Kambli’s doctor Vivek Trivedi confirmed the brain clots despite the former batter complaining of urinary infection and cramps. However, a series of examinations from the medical team revealed the same. According to Dr Trivedi, Kambli’s health has been constantly under examination as he receives treatment.

Dr Trivedi also revealed that the 52-year-old will receive free treatment for life at the hospital as directed by in-charge S Singh.

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"It is because of the doctor here that I am alive... All I would say is that I will do whatever sir (referring to the doctor) asks me to. People will see the inspiration that I'll give them," Kambli told PTI earlier. "We always had a cricketing image of sir (Vinod Kambli) in our mind. So, it inspired us that sir needs us and so, the entire team decided to do something for sir. He keeps telling us about his good memories," the doctor treating the former Indian cricketer said.

Kambli’s post-playing career has been in the spotlight for all wrong reasons having struggled with financial and health issues. He was India’s rising star along with Sachin Tendulkar in the 1990s, representing India in 104 ODIs where he scored 2477 runs at an average of 32.59 with a best of 106. In Tests, he represented India in 17 matches having scored 1084 runs with a best of 227 and an average of 54.20.

(With inputs from agencies)

Former India batter Vinod Kambli’s health has been in the headlines for the last few days after he was admitted to a private hospital in Thane on Saturday (Dec 21).

Former India batter Vinod Kambli’s health has been in the headlines for the last few days after he was admitted to a private hospital in Thane on Saturday (Dec 21). Speaking on the same, on Monday, doctors revealed the reason for the health issue as he struggles with clots in his brain. Kambli’s health has been on decline in the recent months with several incidents making headlines including a program with Sachin Tendulkar where they shared the same podium. Doctors reveal clot in Kambli’s brain After being admitted at Akriti Hospital in Thane, Kambli’s doctor Vivek Trivedi confirmed the brain clots despite the former batter complaining of urinary infection and cramps. However, a series of examinations from the medical team revealed the same. According to Dr Trivedi, Kambli’s health has been constantly under examination as he receives treatment. Dr Trivedi also revealed that the 52-year-old will receive free treatment for life at the hospital as directed by in-charge S Singh. ALSO READ | BGT 2024/25: Head coach Andrew McDonald confirms Sam Konstas debut for Boxing Day Test; Travis Head uncertain "It is because of the doctor here that I am alive... All I would say is that I will do whatever sir (referring to the doctor) asks me to. People will see the inspiration that I'll give them," Kambli told PTI earlier. "We always had a cricketing image of sir (Vinod Kambli) in our mind. So, it inspired us that sir needs us and so, the entire team decided to do something for sir. He keeps telling us about his good memories," the doctor treating the former Indian cricketer said. Kambli’s post-playing career has been in the spotlight for all wrong reasons having struggled with financial and health issues. He was India’s rising star along with Sachin Tendulkar in the 1990s, representing India in 104 ODIs where he scored 2477 runs at an average of 32.59 with a best of 106. In Tests, he represented India in 17 matches having scored 1084 runs with a best of 227 and an average of 54.20. (With inputs from agencies)

Vinod Kambli health: Doctors reveal 'clots' in brain of former India batter after medical examinations

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has questioned Marcus Rashford’s camp after a public comment on his future at the club. Amorim was not happy with the forward’s comments to journalist Henry Winter. Rashford said he was “ready for a new challenge” after being dropped for United’s last two Premier League matches including the Manchester derby last Sunday at the Etihad Stadium.

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<h2>Amorim unhappy with Rashford’s camp</h2>

"It is a hard situation," Amorim told Sky Sports on Monday (Dec 23). "I understand that these players have a lot of people around them, making choices that are not the first idea from the player.

"I am always here to help Marcus as another player. I have to do what I have to do. They chose to do the interview as it is not just Marcus. I understand that.

"As a coach, I focus on performance and the way you train. The rest, it is better for me and the club to deal with that when the time comes.”

The Red Devils boss had dropped Rashford in the Manchester derby followed by their visit to Tottenham in the League Cup midweek. Interestingly, he was not even on the bench for any of those matches which was also the case for Sunday’s match at Old Trafford against Bournemouth as they lost 0-3.

Argentine Alejandro Garnacho was also dropped from the squad for the Etihad clash which United won 2-1, but he was instated put into the squad for the Bournemouth clash.

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<h2>What is Rashford’s future at the club?</h2>

Rashford is likely to be out of the club with Amorim unlikely to fancy his future at Manchester United, as per reports.

However, he is unlikely to leave the club in the winter transfer window, which opens on January 1.

United will be weighing their options for the summer, with the academy product being given enough chances to either impress the new manager in the rest of the season or find a potential suitor in the summer.

Amorim’s side will head into Christmas sitting in the bottom half of the Premier League table for the first time since the 1988-89 season.

They will face Wolves in their next encounter on Boxing Day, who like United have hired a new manager in Vítor Pereira.

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Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has questioned Marcus Rashford’s camp after a public comment on his future at the club. Amorim was not happy with the forward’s comments to journalist Henry Winter.

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has questioned Marcus Rashford’s camp after a public comment on his future at the club. Amorim was not happy with the forward’s comments to journalist Henry Winter. Rashford said he was “ready for a new challenge” after being dropped for United’s last two Premier League matches including the Manchester derby last Sunday at the Etihad Stadium. What does the #PL festive schedule look like? 🎄 Find out below ℹ️#MUFC — Manchester United (@ManUtd) December 23, 2024 × Amorim unhappy with Rashford’s camp "It is a hard situation," Amorim told Sky Sports on Monday (Dec 23). "I understand that these players have a lot of people around them, making choices that are not the first idea from the player. "I am always here to help Marcus as another player. I have to do what I have to do. They chose to do the interview as it is not just Marcus. I understand that. "As a coach, I focus on performance and the way you train. The rest, it is better for me and the club to deal with that when the time comes.” The Red Devils boss had dropped Rashford in the Manchester derby followed by their visit to Tottenham in the League Cup midweek. Interestingly, he was not even on the bench for any of those matches which was also the case for Sunday’s match at Old Trafford against Bournemouth as they lost 0-3. Argentine Alejandro Garnacho was also dropped from the squad for the Etihad clash which United won 2-1, but he was instated put into the squad for the Bournemouth clash. ALSO READ | BGT 2024/25: Head coach Andrew McDonald confirms Sam Konstas debut for Boxing Day Test; Travis Head uncertain What is Rashford’s future at the club? Rashford is likely to be out of the club with Amorim unlikely to fancy his future at Manchester United, as per reports. However, he is unlikely to leave the club in the winter transfer window, which opens on January 1. United will be weighing their options for the summer, with the academy product being given enough chances to either impress the new manager in the rest of the season or find a potential suitor in the summer. Amorim’s side will head into Christmas sitting in the bottom half of the Premier League table for the first time since the 1988-89 season. They will face Wolves in their next encounter on Boxing Day, who like United have hired a new manager in Vítor Pereira. (Inputs from agencies)

Premier League: Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim questions Marcus Rashford's camp after public comments

India skipper Rohit Sharma has declared himself fit for the Boxing Day Test match against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, dismissing any injury concerns. Speaking to the press ahead of the fourth Test match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Rohit said his knee is doing fine and will be available for selection in the traditional contest. On the other hand, he has also backed the likes of Rishabh Pant and Shubman Gill to come good in the series as India chase a spot in the World Test Championship (WTC) final.

<h2>Rohit dismisses injury concern</h2>

"My knee is fine," said Rohit on Christmas Eve ahead of the fourth Border-Gavaskar Test between India and Australia.

"Let's not worry about who bats where. Something that we need to figure out and not something I would be discussing here. We will do what is best for the team," Rohit on Kohli's form.

Rohit was hit on the knee on Monday during the practice session at MCG. India will head into the Boxing Day contest fighting for a place in the WTC final, with a win putting them in pole position. Rohit’s men have a proud recent record at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) having avoided defeats on their last three defeats. Interestingly, India have won the last two Tests at the venue under the leadership of Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane respectively. Under MS Dhoni’s leadership, India drew the 2014 Boxing Day Test while Australia’s last win came in the 2011-12 Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

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<h2>Pant, Gill to come good at MCG?</h2>

So far in the BGT, Rishabh Pant has scored 96 runs in the five innings, scoring at an average of 19.2. On the other hand, Gill has scored 151 runs in five innings, again being a concern for the management. However, Rohit has backed them to come good in the BGT and show their class. Yashasvi Jaiswal has also struggled to cope with the Aussie bowling attack excluding his second innings heroics at Optus Stadium in Perth.

Currently, the BGT is all square at 1-1 after a draw at Gabba between India and Australia. Earlier, India had won the Perth Test with a record margin of 295 runs while Australia returned the favours with a 10-wicket win in the pink-ball Test in Adelaide.

India skipper Rohit Sharma has declared himself fit for the Boxing Day Test match against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, dismissing any injury concerns.

India skipper Rohit Sharma has declared himself fit for the Boxing Day Test match against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, dismissing any injury concerns. Speaking to the press ahead of the fourth Test match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Rohit said his knee is doing fine and will be available for selection in the traditional contest. On the other hand, he has also backed the likes of Rishabh Pant and Shubman Gill to come good in the series as India chase a spot in the World Test Championship (WTC) final. Rohit dismisses injury concern "My knee is fine," said Rohit on Christmas Eve ahead of the fourth Border-Gavaskar Test between India and Australia. "Let's not worry about who bats where. Something that we need to figure out and not something I would be discussing here. We will do what is best for the team," Rohit on Kohli's form. Rohit was hit on the knee on Monday during the practice session at MCG. India will head into the Boxing Day contest fighting for a place in the WTC final, with a win putting them in pole position. Rohit’s men have a proud recent record at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) having avoided defeats on their last three defeats. Interestingly, India have won the last two Tests at the venue under the leadership of Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane respectively. Under MS Dhoni’s leadership, India drew the 2014 Boxing Day Test while Australia’s last win came in the 2011-12 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. ALSO READ | BGT 2024/25: Head coach Andrew McDonald confirms Sam Konstas debut for Boxing Day Test; Travis Head uncertain Pant, Gill to come good at MCG? So far in the BGT, Rishabh Pant has scored 96 runs in the five innings, scoring at an average of 19.2. On the other hand, Gill has scored 151 runs in five innings, again being a concern for the management. However, Rohit has backed them to come good in the BGT and show their class. Yashasvi Jaiswal has also struggled to cope with the Aussie bowling attack excluding his second innings heroics at Optus Stadium in Perth. Currently, the BGT is all square at 1-1 after a draw at Gabba between India and Australia. Earlier, India had won the Perth Test with a record margin of 295 runs while Australia returned the favours with a 10-wicket win in the pink-ball Test in Adelaide.

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Vadodara, India
The Indian women’s team has drawn first blood in the three-match ODI series after a one-sided win against the West Indies on Sunday (Dec 22). Playing in the ICC Championship match at Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara, Smriti Mandhana was the hero of the hour for Women in Blue as she slammed 91 runs, while Renuka Singh Thakur scalped a five-for. The 211-run win sees India women take a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series.
<h2>India win opening contest</h2>
After India scored 314/9 in their 50 overs, the West Indies were never in the contest as they lost wickets at regular intervals. Both openers Qiana Joseph and skipper Hayley Matthews were dismissed without troubling the scorers, with the former departing for a rare platinum duck (out for zero without facing a ball). Only four batters got into double figures for the visitors as they struggled to keep pace with the Indian bowlers.
Renuka was the pick of the bowlers with five wickets, while other bowlers also got into the act with at least one wicket each. As a result of the good show with the bowl, the West Indies were bowled out for 103 in 26.2 overs. 
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<h2>Mandhana runs riot with bat</h2>
Earlier in the day, Smriti Mandhana was the pick of the batters, as she scored 91 off 103 balls with 13 fours in her innings. She was given a good helping hand by Pratika Rawal (40) and Harleen Deol (44) as India continued their dominance with the bat. Other batters also got an impressive start but were unable to convert it into big innings. Harmanpreet Kaur (34) and Jemimah Rodrigues (31) were also handy with their knocks.
Zaida James of the West Indies bagged a five-for. With India leading the series 1-0, the hosts will have the opportunity to win the series on Tuesday in the second ODI, which will be played at the same venue.

Playing in the ICC Championship match at Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara, Smriti Mandhana was the hero of the hour for the Women in Blue as she slammed 91 runs while Renuka Singh Thakur scalped a five-for. The 211-run win sees India women take a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series.



Vadodara, India The Indian women’s team has drawn first blood in the three-match ODI series after a one-sided win against the West Indies on Sunday (Dec 22). Playing in the ICC Championship match at Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara, Smriti Mandhana was the hero of the hour for Women in Blue as she slammed 91 runs, while Renuka Singh Thakur scalped a five-for. The 211-run win sees India women take a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series. India win opening contest After India scored 314/9 in their 50 overs, the West Indies were never in the contest as they lost wickets at regular intervals. Both openers Qiana Joseph and skipper Hayley Matthews were dismissed without troubling the scorers, with the former departing for a rare platinum duck (out for zero without facing a ball). Only four batters got into double figures for the visitors as they struggled to keep pace with the Indian bowlers. Renuka was the pick of the bowlers with five wickets, while other bowlers also got into the act with at least one wicket each. As a result of the good show with the bowl, the West Indies were bowled out for 103 in 26.2 overs. ALSO READ | Champions Trophy 2025: UAE set to host India's matches as ICC finalises venue for hybrid model - Report Mandhana runs riot with bat Earlier in the day, Smriti Mandhana was the pick of the batters, as she scored 91 off 103 balls with 13 fours in her innings. She was given a good helping hand by Pratika Rawal (40) and Harleen Deol (44) as India continued their dominance with the bat. Other batters also got an impressive start but were unable to convert it into big innings. Harmanpreet Kaur (34) and Jemimah Rodrigues (31) were also handy with their knocks. Zaida James of the West Indies bagged a five-for. With India leading the series 1-0, the hosts will have the opportunity to win the series on Tuesday in the second ODI, which will be played at the same venue.

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76 in Second Innings vs South Africa 

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London, United Kingdom
Former England skipper Joe Root has returned to the ODI squad for the first time in over a year as the England Cricket Board (ECB) announced the 15-man squad for the Champions Trophy on Sunday (Dec 22). Root will return to the 50-over set-up for the first time since the 2023 ODI World Cup, having been largely overlooked in the white-ball format. On the other hand, Test skipper Ben Stokes was omitted from the squad as he struggles with a hamstring injury sustained during the New Zealand series.
<h2>Root returns, Stokes misses out</h2>
The 2019 World Cup winner has been an integral part of the Test side in the last few years but has been overlooked for white-ball tournaments. His last appearance came in the ODI World Cup in 2023, where England endured a tough run. However, Brendon McCullum’s side is in desperate need of a middle-order experienced campaigner, with Root fitting the bill.
 He has represented England in 171 ODI matches, scoring 6522 runs and playing a key role in the side’s success in the 2019 World Cup at home. He remains one of the best England batters of all time and, at the time of writing, has 52 international hundreds. In the Test set-up, he is approaching 13,000 runs as he chases Sachin Tendulkar’s all-time record for most runs in the red-ball format.
<h2>Stokes left out of side</h2>
Another member of the 2019 World Cup-winning squad, Ben Stokes, was overlooked for the Champions Trophy as he struggles with a hamstring injury. The England Test captain came out of retirement to play the 2023 ODI World Cup with hopes of returning to the Champions Trophy squad.
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The same squad will also face India in a three-match ODI and five-match T20I series in the build-up to the Champions Trophy in January before travelling to neighbouring Pakistan.
<h3>England squad for IND vs ENG T20I series</h3>
Jos Buttler (c &amp; wk), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Ben Duckett, Jamie Overton, Jamie Smith (wk), Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood, Phil Salt, Mark Wood.

Joe Root will return to the 50-over set-up for the first time since the 2023 ODI World Cup, having been largely overlooked in the white-ball format. On the other hand, Test skipper Ben Stokes was omitted from the squad as he struggles with a hamstring injury sustained during the New Zealand series.



London, United Kingdom Former England skipper Joe Root has returned to the ODI squad for the first time in over a year as the England Cricket Board (ECB) announced the 15-man squad for the Champions Trophy on Sunday (Dec 22). Root will return to the 50-over set-up for the first time since the 2023 ODI World Cup, having been largely overlooked in the white-ball format. On the other hand, Test skipper Ben Stokes was omitted from the squad as he struggles with a hamstring injury sustained during the New Zealand series. Root returns, Stokes misses out The 2019 World Cup winner has been an integral part of the Test side in the last few years but has been overlooked for white-ball tournaments. His last appearance came in the ODI World Cup in 2023, where England endured a tough run. However, Brendon McCullum’s side is in desperate need of a middle-order experienced campaigner, with Root fitting the bill. He has represented England in 171 ODI matches, scoring 6522 runs and playing a key role in the side’s success in the 2019 World Cup at home. He remains one of the best England batters of all time and, at the time of writing, has 52 international hundreds. In the Test set-up, he is approaching 13,000 runs as he chases Sachin Tendulkar’s all-time record for most runs in the red-ball format. Stokes left out of side Another member of the 2019 World Cup-winning squad, Ben Stokes, was overlooked for the Champions Trophy as he struggles with a hamstring injury. The England Test captain came out of retirement to play the 2023 ODI World Cup with hopes of returning to the Champions Trophy squad. ALSO READ | BGT 2024-25: 'Not a big shot...,' Former India coach Ravi Shastri reveals reasons behind Travis Head's success The same squad will also face India in a three-match ODI and five-match T20I series in the build-up to the Champions Trophy in January before travelling to neighbouring Pakistan. England squad for IND vs ENG T20I series Jos Buttler (c & wk), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Ben Duckett, Jamie Overton, Jamie Smith (wk), Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood, Phil Salt, Mark Wood.

Champions Trophy 2025: Joe Root returns to England squad; Ben Stokes misses out due to hamstring issue

New Delhi, India
The Champions Trophy 2025 will have a new co-host as the International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to announce UAE as part of the hybrid model. With India reluctant to play in Pakistan, the ICC was searching for a new co-host, with India’s matches being scheduled at a neutral venue. According to the latest media reports on Sunday (Dec 22), the UAE will be soon announced as the co-host along with Pakistan after a meeting between Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi and UAE cricket board's head Sheikh Nahyan.
<h2>UAE to co-host Champions Trophy?</h2>
According to a report from the prominent Pakistani channel Geo News, the issue regarding the host was settled during a meeting between PCB Chairman Naqvi and UAE Cricket Board's head Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan in Ghotki on Saturday night. While Pakistan will remain the official host for the tournament, the UAE will serve as the official co-host, staging India’s matches.
On Monday (Dec 16), the ICC confirmed that it would host the Champions Trophy in a hybrid mode after striking a deal with PCB and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). As part of the agreement until 2027, India and Pakistan will only face each other at a neutral venue if either nation is hosting a multi-nation tournament. Pakistan will host the 2028 Women’s T20 World Cup to compensate for the hybrid model.
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The Champions Trophy 2025 will begin on February 19, with the final to take place on March 9. In case India qualify for the knockout stage, it will also be played in a hybrid model, meaning at least one semifinal and the final will be played at a neutral venue. However, in case India fail to qualify for the knockout stage, the rest of the tournament will be hosted by Pakistan.

With India reluctant to play in Pakistan, the ICC was searching for a new co-host, with India’s matches being scheduled at a neutral venue. According to the latest media reports on Sunday (Dec 22), the UAE will be soon announced as the co-host along with Pakistan after a meeting between Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi and UAE cricket board's head Sheikh Nahyan.



New Delhi, India The Champions Trophy 2025 will have a new co-host as the International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to announce UAE as part of the hybrid model. With India reluctant to play in Pakistan, the ICC was searching for a new co-host, with India’s matches being scheduled at a neutral venue. According to the latest media reports on Sunday (Dec 22), the UAE will be soon announced as the co-host along with Pakistan after a meeting between Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi and UAE cricket board's head Sheikh Nahyan. UAE to co-host Champions Trophy? According to a report from the prominent Pakistani channel Geo News, the issue regarding the host was settled during a meeting between PCB Chairman Naqvi and UAE Cricket Board's head Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan in Ghotki on Saturday night. While Pakistan will remain the official host for the tournament, the UAE will serve as the official co-host, staging India’s matches. On Monday (Dec 16), the ICC confirmed that it would host the Champions Trophy in a hybrid mode after striking a deal with PCB and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). As part of the agreement until 2027, India and Pakistan will only face each other at a neutral venue if either nation is hosting a multi-nation tournament. Pakistan will host the 2028 Women’s T20 World Cup to compensate for the hybrid model. ALSO READ | 'Regrettably, these companies...,' Robin Uthappa on arrest warrant issued over unpaid Provident Fund dues The Champions Trophy 2025 will begin on February 19, with the final to take place on March 9. In case India qualify for the knockout stage, it will also be played in a hybrid model, meaning at least one semifinal and the final will be played at a neutral venue. However, in case India fail to qualify for the knockout stage, the rest of the tournament will be hosted by Pakistan.

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