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News18
19-07-2025
- Sport
- News18
Mithali Raj On Ringing The Lord's Bell: 'Special Occasion For Me Because....'
Last Updated: Mithali Raj reminisced about her bittersweet memories at Lord's after ringing the bell for Day 4, recalling the 2017 World Cup final loss and her first visit in 1999. Former India captain Mithali Raj got nostalgic about her bittersweet memories at the Lord's Cricket Ground in England, after she rang the iconic bell to kick off play for Day 4 of the India men's Test against England in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. Mithali said her team's 2017 ODI World Cup final defeat to England here was still fresh in her memory, but so was her first visit to the ground in 1999 where she dreamed of playing here. Sachin Tendulkar opened the play by ringing the bell on the opening day, former England captain Andrew Strauss's children — on the occasion of the annual Red For Ruth day by his foundation — did it on Day 2, and Cheteshwar Pujara followed on Day 3. The bell is located outside the Bowlers' Bar of the Lord's Pavilion and the tradition to ring it before each day's play began in 2007. 'I think it's a special occasion for me because this ground has a lot of history, and I do remember my first tour in 1999, my debut tour to England, and I came to Lord's as a tourist," Mithali was quoted as saying by news agency PTI. 'I took some pictures here, wondering will I would ever get an opportunity to play at Lord's, and I did. I probably would have played about 3 or 4 games at Lord's, and one of those remains still in my memory, the 2017 ODI World Cup Final." The legendary cricketer was also asked about India's chances for the ODI World Cup. She advised them to take it one game at a time and not to underestimate any opponent. 'I think for India to win the World Cup they have to take one game at a time, of course, Australia is a team that every team would like to beat, but South Africa has done well in the one-day series; they might not have won against India. England of course, is in a transition so how they approach the World Cup we don't know, Indian team should focus on one game at a time. Their first aim has to be to qualify for the knockouts, and from there on it is anybody's game, but to be there, you cannot take any team lightly because every team comes prepared to win the World Cup." view comments First Published: July 13, 2025, 20:46 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
WTC Final 2025: Josh Hazlewood's flawless finals streak ends in heartbreak as Australia fall to South Africa
Australia's Josh Hazlewood, left, reacts after bowling a delivery. (AP Photo) Josh Hazlewood 's incredible record in cricket finals finally met its end at Lord's on Saturday, as South Africa stunned Australia to win the 2025 ICC World Test Championship. The victory handed South Africa their first-ever WTC title and ended Australia's reign as champions — and with it, Hazlewood's perfect finals streak. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! The composed Australian pacer, known for delivering in high-pressure games, had won nine out of nine major finals in his career heading into the clash. From the 2010 U19 World Cup to the 2025 IPL Final, Hazlewood had consistently been part of title-winning sides. But in his tenth, the Proteas proved too strong. Poll What do you think about Josh Hazlewood's performance in the 2025 WTC Final? Below expectations Decent but not enough Solid performance overall Outstanding as always Hazlewood had a modest performance with the ball, finishing with figures of 1/27 and 1/58 across the two innings. However, he had a brief moment of impact with the bat. On Day 3, Hazlewood combined with Mitchell Starc for a 59-run stand — the joint-highest 10th-wicket partnership in an ICC knockout match — helping Australia set a challenging 282-run target. Still, it wasn't enough. South Africa chased down the target clinically to clinch the WTC mace, breaking their ICC title drought and spoiling Hazlewood's decade-long record in the process. The 34-year-old's glittering finals résumé includes being Player of the Match in the 2010 U19 World Cup final, vital spells in the 2015 and 2023 ODI World Cup triumphs, and a key role in Australia's T20 and WTC titles. Most recently, he helped RCB to their maiden IPL title in 2025. But at Lord's, the winning streak ended. For the first time in his career, Josh Hazlewood left a championship final without the trophy — a rare blemish on an otherwise legendary finals ledger. Yashasvi Jaiswal's Coach on England Prep, Opening Partner, & Playing Under Gill Here's the list of finals Hazlewood played: 2010 U19 World Cup Final – Player of the Match with 4/30 vs Pakistan 2012 CLT20 Final – Part of Sydney Sixers' 10-wicket demolition of Highveld Lions 2015 ODI World Cup Final – Took 2 wickets as Australia beat New Zealand 2020 BBL Final – Won the title with Sydney Sixers 2021 IPL Final (CSK) – Played a key role in Chennai's triumph 2021 T20 World Cup Final – 3/16 vs New Zealand in a clinical win 2023 ODI World Cup Final – Helped Australia sink India in Ahmedabad 2023 WTC Final – Part of the side that defeated India at The Oval 2025 IPL Final (RCB) – Bowled a tight final over to seal a 6-run win 2025 WTC Final - Lost his first final to South Africa
Time of India
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
9 Finals, 9 wins: Josh Hazlewood's unbeaten streak lives on
Josh Hazlewood of Royal Challengers Bengaluru celebrates with teammate Virat Kohli(Photo by) When Royal Challengers Bengaluru lifted their maiden IPL trophy on a historic Tuesday night in Ahmedabad, one man silently extended a personal legacy—Josh Hazlewood, cricket's ultimate 'final boss. ' With the 2025 IPL Final win, Hazlewood maintained his perfect record in major finals, winning 9 out of 9 – a feat unmatched in modern cricket. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! The calm and clinical Aussie pacer is no stranger to the biggest stages. From the U19 World Cup in 2010, where he was Player of the Final, to the 2025 IPL Final, Hazlewood has played a defining role in nearly every championship clash he's entered: 2010 U19 World Cup Final – Player of the Match with 4/30 vs Pakistan 2012 CLT20 Final – Part of Sydney Sixers' 10-wicket demolition of Highveld Lions 2015 ODI World Cup Final – Took 2 wickets as Australia beat New Zealand 2020 BBL Final – Won the title with Sydney Sixers IPL 2025 Final | Rishi Sunak Interview: 'I am a big Virat Kohli fan... RCB is my team' 2021 IPL Final (CSK) – Played a key role in Chennai's triumph 2021 T20 World Cup Final – 3/16 vs New Zealand in a clinical win 2023 ODI World Cup Final – Helped Australia sink India in Ahmedabad 2023 WTC Final – Part of the side that defeated India at The Oval 2025 IPL Final (RCB) – Bowled a tight final over to seal a 6-run win Quiz: Who's that IPL player? In the 2025 final, Hazlewood's experience shone through as he gave RCB their first breakthrough and bowled the nerve-wracking final over, defending 29 runs. His second dot ball of the last over effectively ended Punjab Kings' hopes, despite a late onslaught by Shashank Singh (61* off 30). RCB's total of 190/9, anchored by Kohli's gritty 43, proved just enough on a night driven by relentless bowling, sharp fielding, and raw emotion. Hazlewood, often unassuming in his celebrations, quietly stamped yet another page in cricketing folklore. Nine finals, nine wins – no defeats, no errors. In an era of pressure and unpredictability, he remains the cool-headed constant.
