R Devraj, Indian cricket team manager, left Champions Trophy 2025 following the death of his mother. India secured a semi-final spot after scoring 249-9 against New Zealand, with strong performances from Shreyas Iyer and Hardik Pandya. They will compete in the semi-finals in Dubai next week, avoiding travel to Pakistan due to political issues.
The manager of the Indian cricket team, R Devraj, departed during the Champions Trophy 2025 due to the unfortunate passing of his mother. He received the news on Sunday and promptly left for Hyderabad from Dubai, where the team is competing. Devraj is currently the secretary of the Hyderabad Cricket Association, although it is not clear if he will return to his managerial role during the tournament.
The Hyderabad Cricket Association expressed their condolences, stating, “With deep sorrow, we inform you that our Secretary Devraj’s mother, Kamaleshwari garu, has passed away. May her soul rest in peace. Our heartfelt condolences to Devraj garu and his family.”
In the ongoing tournament, India secured their place in the semi-finals after scoring 249-9 against New Zealand, backed by Shreyas Iyer’s impactful 79 runs and Hardik Pandya’s aggressive 45. This match was pivotal, showcasing India’s resilience against a challenging New Zealand bowling attack, highlighted by Matt Henry’s impressive five-wicket haul.
India’s run chase began poorly, with the team at 30-3 after Virat Kohli, in his 300th ODI, was dismissed by an exceptional catch from Glenn Phillips. However, Iyer, along with Axar Patel, built a crucial partnership of 98 runs for the fourth wicket, stabilizing the innings in the face of disciplined New Zealand bowling.
The upcoming semi-final match will be held in Dubai on Tuesday, where India is set to face either Australia or South Africa based on the match outcome. This game is particularly significant as India declined to travel to Pakistan for matches due to existing political tensions in the region.
R Devraj, the Indian cricket team’s manager, left the Champions Trophy 2025 due to his mother’s death. The Hyderabad Cricket Association conveyed their condolences. Meanwhile, India reached the semi-finals after a compelling performance against New Zealand, showcasing remarkable batting and resilience, preparing for a significant match in Dubai amidst political concerns.
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