Sports Bulletin for February 14: IPL 2025 to start with high-voltage clash, Lionel Messi challenged for Boxing match

As the sports world has witnessed a plethora of developments in the last 24 hours, here are the unmissable ones catered for you.

IPL 2025 is set to start with a mouthwatering clash in Kolkata, while Argentina legend Lionel Messi has been challenged for a boxing match. Check Out the stories-

1. IPL 2025 to start with KKR vs RCB, Final in Kolkata on May 25

The IPL 2025 is set to commence with a high-voltage clash between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Eden Gardens on March 22. Sunrisers Hyderabad will be in action a day later against Rajasthan Royals. The tournament shall conclude in Kolkata as well with the final slated to be played on May 25.

2. Dharamshala and Guwahati to get IPL matches

Dharamshala is set to get three IPL matches as it shall host for Punjab Kings. On the other hand, two matches will be played in Guwahati as well as it will be the adopted home for Rajasthan Royals.

3. BCCI gives strict no-family policy for Champions Trophy 2025

No family member of any players shall accompany the team during the Champions Trophy 2025, as per BCCI's strict guidelines. Although a senior player requested to travel with his wife, BCCI was prompt to reject the request. Indian players

4. Babar Azam goes past Virat Kohli in ODI milestone

Babar Azam has gone past Virat Kohli as the quickest to 6000 ODI runs. The Pakistan star has reached the milestone in 123 innings, thus equaling the record with South Africa legend Hashim Amla. Kohli got to the milestone in 136 innings.

5. IPL 2025 won't be free anymore after new streaming platform

The IPL 2025 will not be free to live-stream as the Jio Hotstar arrival means the tournament will now only be streamed after a subscription. In last year, JioCinema streamed the tournament for free for viewers, but users will have to pay to watch the matches this year.

6. Jasprit Bumrah joins gym sessions as rehabilitation progresses

Jasprit Bumrah is slowly progressing towards full fitness after his back injury. The India pacer is reportedly joining gym sessions at the NCA and is likely to be fit for IPL. A recurring back injury ruled him out from the Champions Trophy.

7. India star went with 250 kg baggage in BGT and BCCI paid for it

A sensational report from Dainik Jagran claims that one India player travelled to Australia with baggage exceeding 250 kgs during the Border Gavaskar Trophy, which included the baggage of his friends and family. Astonishingly, BCCI had to pay for the extra luggage.

8. Logan Paul challenges Lionel Messi for Boxing Match

Logan Paul has challenged Argentina legend Lionel Messi to a boxing match amid PRIME's row with MAX +. Logan's brand PRIME has been in a feud with Messi-backed MAX + and now the WWE star has called out Messi for a boxing match.

9. Mikel Arteta gives update on Arsenal striker crisis

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has given an update on the injury crisis at Arsenal after Kai Havertz's hamstring issue, which has ruled him out for the season. Arteta says it is a massive setback for the club but is enjoying the challenge they have been put due to various injury problems this season.

10. Cristiano Ronaldo draws blank but Al Nassr new boy scores brace in huge win

Cristiano Ronaldo had a fruitless night but Al Nassr secured a crucial 3-2 victory over Al Ahli in the Saudi Pro League on Friday. Al Nassr's new signing Jhon Duran scored a brace in the match and was crucial in their victory. Ronaldo played more than 75 minutes but was then taken off by the manager.