India's keeper-batter admits keeping someone like Pant out of the XI comes with its own pressures, and also heaps praise on Shami

India and New Zealand face off in their final group-stage game of the Champions Trophy 2025, with both teams eyeing the top spot in Group A. India’s assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has hinted at possible bowling changes,

Indian wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul is unsure if the team would tinker with the winning combination in their ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 fixture against New Zealand at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.

KL Rahul addressed criticism about his strike rate, saying he considers valid feedback but prioritises playing for the team's needs. He also discussed his flexible batting position in ODIs and his role as India's first-choice wicketkeeper in the Champions Trophy.

KL Rahul's batting position has been altered several times in ODI cricket as of late. He batted at number six in India's opening game against Bangladesh and against Pakistan, he didn't bat at all, despite India losing four wickets.

As Team India prepares to face New Zealand in their Group A encounter of the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai on Sunday, wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has provided a reassuring update regarding the squad's fitness levels.

Rahul appeared in front of the media for a press conference ahead of the India versus New Zealand game, and it clarified that none of the players from the Indian squad are facing any sort of fitness concerns.

Team India wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has dismissed concerns over skipper Rohit Sharma’s fitness ahead of the Men in Blue’s final group stage Champions Trophy clash against New Zealand at the Dubai International Stadium on March 2,

KL Rahul was asked if there is any competition with Rishabh Pant for the wicketkeeper's spot in India team in the pre-match press conference ahead of Champions Trophy clash against New Zealand