Sports Bulletin On 17th March: From PCB Suffering 869 Crore Loss In Champions Trophy 2025 To Delhi Capitals Appointing Faf du Plessis As Vice-Captain

In today's sports bulletin (March 17), the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) have suffered a staggering loss of Rs 869 crore loss in Champions Trophy 2025. On the other hand, Delhi Capitals have named Faf du Plessis as deputy to Axar Patel.

RCB superstar, Virat Kohli has named Jasprit Bumrah as the toughest bowler he has faced, while PM Modi has picked Lionel Messi Over Cristiano Ronaldo as his choice. Let's read all the sports bulletin in brief below:

1) PCB Suffers Rs 869 Crore Loss In Champions Trophy 2025

The PCB is facing a financial crisis after hosting the ICC Champions Trophy, incurring losses of $85 million-equivalent to the cost of an F-35 fighter jet.

2) Delhi Capitals Appoint Faf du Plessis As Vice-Captain For IPL 2025

Faf du Plessis has been appointed Delhi Capitals' vice-captain for IPL 2025, serving as Axar Patel's deputy.

3) Aamer Jamal Fined PKR 1.3 Million For Writing '804' On His Test Cap

Pakistan all-rounder Aamer Jamal was among eight players fined by the PCB for code of conduct breaches during the England and Australia Test series in late 2024. Jamal received the heaviest penalty-PKR 1.3 million (INR 404,690)-for wearing a cap with the number '804' during an interview in the Multan Test. The number is linked to former PM and cricketer Imran Khan, currently jailed on corruption charges.

4) Virat Kohli Names Jaspirt Bumrah As Toughest Bowler He's Ever Faced

Virat Kohli has hailed Jasprit Bumrah as the best bowler in the world across formats and the toughest he has faced. He acknowledged Bumrah's success against him in the IPL, calling their battles exciting since they don't face off in nets.

5) PM Modi Picks Lionel Messi Over Cristiano Ronaldo, Diego Maradona Over Pele

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a podcast with Lex Fridman, shared his thoughts on football's GOAT debate. When asked to choose among Maradona, Pele, Messi, and Ronaldo, he acknowledged Maradona as a hero of the 1980s and Messi as the favorite of today's generation.

6) Kabaddi World Cup 2025: India Set to Defend Title as Tournament Kicks Off in England

The 2025 Kabaddi World Cup, the first outside Asia, kicks off today in the West Midlands. The seven-day event will see nearly 50 matches across four cities, with India defending both men's and women's titles. The men's tournament has 10 teams split into two groups.

7) Barcelona Script Late Comeback To Stun Atletico Madrid In Six-Goal Thriller

FC Barcelona staged a stunning comeback to beat Atletico Madrid 4-2, reclaiming the La Liga top spot. Late goals from Lamine Yamal (92') and Ferran Torres (98') sealed the crucial win after Real Madrid had briefly led the table.

8) Newcastle End 70-Year-Old Trophy Draught, Beat Liverpool In EFL Cup Final

Newcastle United ended a 70-year trophy drought by defeating Liverpool 2-1 in the League Cup final, with goals from Dan Burn and Alexander Isak sparking celebrations at Wembley.

9) Mirra Andreeva Beats World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka In BNP Paribas Open Final

Mirra Andreeva defeated top seed Aryna Sabalenka 2-6, 6-4, 6-3 in the Indian Wells final, showcasing composure and crucial break-point saves to claim the title.

10) Manchester United Climb Up To 13th Position After 3-0 Win Over Leicester City

Rasmus Hojlund and Alejandro Garnacho ended goal droughts as Manchester United beat Leicester City 3-0, with Bruno Fernandes also scoring to lift them to 13th in the Premier League.