Sports Bulletin of February 18: From India's 'Top Wicket-Keeper' Irked By Gautam Gambhir To BCCI Breaking Silence On Indian Flag's Absence In Pakistan Ahead Of Champions Trophy

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Sports Bulletin, February 18: From India's 'top wicket-keeper' miffed by head coach Gautam Gambhir to BCCI breaking silence on Indian flag's omission from Pakistan ahead of Champions Trophy 2025 many things have unfolded in the sports world.

Champions Trophy 2025, Gautam Gambhir, BCCI are dominating the proceedings on a busy Tuesday (February 18) in the world of sports. Here are the ten unmissable stories of the day.

1) 'Top Wicketkeeper' Irked By Gautam Gambhir Ahead Of Champions Trophy: Report

According to exclusive information obtained by Times Now, a current Indian wicketkeeper is reportedly discontent with head coach Gautam Gambhir. The cricketer, who is not the preferred choice in India's ODI lineup at present, believes that an external factor has influenced his omission from the 50-over squad.

2) BCCI breaks silence on Indian flag row ahead of ICC Champions Trophy 2025

BCCI Vice President, Rajeev Shukla has broken his silence on Indian flag missing at Pakistan's National Stadium roof. He told that it should first be verified whether the Indian flag was present. If it wasn't, it should have been included, as all participating nations' flags must be displayed. "First, it should be confirmed that whether the Indian flag was there or not. If it wasn't there, then it should have been put. All the participant nation's flags should have been there'', he told Livemint.

3) Completely Fit MS Dhoni To Join CSK Camp On Feb 25

Source close to MyKhel told that MS Dhoni is expected in Chennai on February 25 for the IPL after spending a long time abroad and will now join CSK, fully fit for the competition.

4) India Bowling Coach Morne Morkel Returns Home Due To 'Personal Emergency'

India's bowling coach Morne Morkel left for home from Dubai just before the ICC Champions Trophy due to his father's passing. He arrived with the team on February 15 and took part in training sessions but missed Monday's practice before his departure.

5) Champions Trophy 2025: India Jersey features Pakistan imprint

The BCCI shared photos of Team India in their new jerseys for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, which begins on February 19. The jersey features "Pakistan," the tournament's co-host, a day after India's flag was missing at Pakistan's National Stadium.

6) BCCI To Allow Families Of Indian Cricketers To Watch One Match During Champions Trophy: Report

As per reports, Indian cricketers can have their families at only one match during the Champions Trophy 2025. The BCCI imposed this restriction after disappointing results against Australia in the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

7) Novak Djokovic Calls For Overhaul Of Anti-Doping In Tennis

Novak Djokovic called for a revamp of tennis' anti-doping system, citing inconsistencies in how cases involving top players like Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek are handled compared to lower-ranked players.

8) Real Madrid To 'Consider Quitting' La Liga Days After Jude Bellingham Red Card

Real Madrid are reportedly frustrated with La Liga's refereeing standards, especially after Jude Bellingham's red card against Osasuna. Sport claims the club is considering leaving La Liga for Serie A, Ligue 1, or the Bundesliga, though FIFA, UEFA, and the respective league must approve such a move.

9) La Liga Accuses Barcelona Of Financial Manipulation Over Dani Olmo Registration

La Liga has accused Barcelona of financial manipulation in an effort to block Dani Olmo's registration. The league claims Barça misused funds from a pre-existing stakeholder and has taken the issue to the Higher Sports Council (CSD). This adds to the ongoing dispute over registering Olmo and Pau Victor.

10) New Zealand's Lockie Ferguson Ruled Out Of Champions Trophy 2025

New Zealand's star pacer Lockie Ferguson has been ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy due to a right-foot injury sustained during a warm-up match in Karachi.