Posts archive for Feb 2025

India and Pakistan will face off on February 24, 2025, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in a highly anticipated ICC Champions Trophy match. Fans can watch live on Star Sports or stream on Disney+ Hotstar starting at 5:00 PM UAE time. This match is crucial for both teams' tournament prospects.

Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava becomes 2025’s first blockbuster, crossing ₹300 crore globally in eight days. It earned ₹242.25 crore domestically with ₹23 crore on day 8, appealing to family audiences. This epic has not only surpassed Kaushal's Uri but also marks a significant revival for Hindi cinema in 2025.

Arsenal's defeat to West Ham marks a significant setback in their title pursuit, brought on by defensive errors and a controversial red card incident involving Myles Lewis-Skelly, leaving Liverpool poised as favorites.

In light of the MahaKumbh festival, the UP Board exams for Class 10 and 12 in Prayagraj have been rescheduled from February 24 to March 9, 2025. This decision, prompted by traffic and safety concerns, was announced by Minister Gulab Devi. The festival's peak coincides with the exams, leading to alternative plans for students in other districts.

Aston Villa's thrilling 2-1 comeback victory over Chelsea in the Premier League was marked by Marco Asensio's two goals. His performance was crucial, supported by substitutes like Marcus Rashford who created key assists. Despite Chelsea's early lead, Villa's strategic plays saw them climbing to seventh in the standings, showcasing effective team dynamics under pressure.

Shaktikanta Das, the former RBI Governor, has been appointed as the Principal Secretary to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Das, known for his pivotal role in steering India's economy during the COVID-19 pandemic, now joins the Prime Minister's Office. His term links to PM Modi's tenure, adding a layer of experienced governance. NITI Aayog's CEO, BVR Subrahmanyam, also had his term extended by a year.

Chinnaswamy Stadium's pitch in Bengaluru, known for its pace and bounce, is set to challenge batters early. Chasing teams have thrived here, winning 8 of 12 WPL games. Power hitters Meg Lanning and Shafali Verma could excel as the pitch improves. UPW relies on Deepti Sharma, with past matches showing DC's strength in this venue.

The absence of Babar Azam from a pivotal training session has sparked rumors about his participation in the crucial Champions Trophy match against India. With elimination at stake, PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi stressed the importance of victory. Interim coach Aqib Javed mentioned rest as the reason, while criticism mounts over Azam's slow performance against New Zealand.

Lionel Messi dazzled in Inter Miami's MLS season opener, delivering two brilliant assists in a 2-2 draw against NYCFC. Despite Inter Miami's Tomás Avilés' early expulsion, Messi's brilliance helped his team come from behind, showcasing his continued impact and becoming the fastest to achieve 40 regular-season goal contributions in MLS.

In a gripping match of WPL 2025, UP Warriorz celebrated their first victory, defeating Delhi Capitals by 33 runs. Chinelle Henry's outstanding 62 off 23 balls, including a rapid-fire 8 sixes, alongside Grace Harris' hat-trick, were key contributors. Delhi's Jemimah Rodrigues fought back with 56 runs, but it wasn't enough to prevent an all-out at 144.