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Irfan Pathan reveals his Top 5 cricketing moments of 2025

Former India all-rounder and commentator Irfan Pathan recently revealed his top five cricketing moments of 2025, reflecting on performances across formats.

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'Kohli Rohit Lighting Up Domestic Cricket', Says Pathan After Duorsquo;s Heroics In Vijay Hazare Trophy

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan was mighty impressed with Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s showings with the bat in the Vijay Hazare Trophy after the two stalwarts notched up centuries for their respective teams on Wednesday.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 21

'He could be the trump card' - Irfan Pathan predicts India's top wicket-taker at T20 World Cup 2026

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan picked ace spinner Varun Chakravarthy over Arshdeep Singh and Jasprit Bumrah to end with the most wickets at the T20 World Cup 2026.

Cricket News / Cricfit / December 18

“Not All T20 Captains Can Do This” — Irfan Pathan Praises Suryakumar Yadav

Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan believes that Suryakumar Yadav does not receive enough recognition for his leadership. He pointed out that only a handful of captains can boast a winning percentage comparable to that of India’s T20I skipper.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 18

IND vs SA 2025: 'Not all T20 captains are able to do this' - Former India all-rounder applauds Suryakumar's captaincy ahead of 5th T20I

2007 T20 World Cup winner Irfan Pathan said that the cricket fraternity hasn't celebrated Suryakumar Yadav's fantastic captaincy record for India enough.

Cricket News / Crictoday / December 17

Irfan Pathan hails KKR for Matheesha Pathirana signing, calls bowling attack perfect

KKR hogged headlines in the IPL 2026 auction by buying Sri Lankan pacer Matheesha Pathirana for Rs 18 crore. Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan praised the acquisition, saying it gives the team a good bowling lineup capable of handling pressure in the league.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 17

IPL 2026: Irfan Pathan picks Rajasthan Royals' XII, backs forgotten Indian leg-spinner

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has praised Ravi Bishnoi for coming full circle and making a successful return to his hometown Rajasthan. Bishnoi was acquired by Rajasthan Royals for INR 7.2 crore in the auction for IPL 2026.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 15

IPL 2026 Auction: Irfan Pathan urges star batter to justify talent through solid performances

Former cricketer Irfan Pathan wants top-order batter Prithvi Shaw to back his talent for a consistent output if the player gets picked by a team at the IPL 2026 Auction.

Cricket News / Crictoday / December 14

Irfan Pathan names two overseas players CSK and KKR could target in IPL 2026 auction

Irfan Pathan feels Kolkata Knight Riders are likely to make an aggressive move for Cameron Green at the IPL 2026 auction as they look to rebuild following Andre Russell’s retirement.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 14

IPL 2026 Auction: Irfan Pathan feels Cameron Green, Daryl Mitchell will have massive interest from CSK, KKR

The Indian Premier League 2026 Mini-Auction is right around the corner, and ahead of the cash-rich event, the franchises are all lined up to pick from the list of top 350 players going under the hammer.

Cricket News / Crictoday / December 12

Shubman Gill’s poor form is putting pressure on team management, says Irfan Pathan

Irfan Pathan said Shubman Gill’s failures are putting pressure on the team management, and the decision-makers are wondering what to do. Pathan mentioned that even if Sanju Samson is brought back, it won’t be easy, as he will need time to find his touch again.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 10

'Move forward with him' - Irfan Pathan passes verdict in Jitesh Sharma vs Sanju Samson debate

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan feels Jitesh Sharma should be preferred over Sanju Samson in India's T20I lineup going forward. Discussions around which wicketkeeper merits a place in India's T20I XI have persisted for quite some time now.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 10

IND vs SA 2025: 'Didn’t feel like he was coming back from injury' - Irfan Pathan hails Hardik Pandya's match-defining knock

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has come out in full praise of Hardik Pandya performed in his comeback game for India. Hardik's unbeaten 28-ball 59-run knock propelled India to a competitive total of 175/6 in their 20 overs in the first T20I of the five-match series on December 9.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 9

IND vs SA 2025: Irfan Pathan names his India Playing XI for first T20I, skips Sanju Samson

With India and South Africa looking to kick off their five-match T20I series at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, former all-rounder Irfan Pathan has revealed his preferred India playing XI for the opening clash.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 8

Vice-captain Shubman Gill needs to cement his place in India's T20I side, feels Irfan Pathan

Cricketer-turned-commentator Irfan Pathan has commented on the upcoming T20I series against South Africa being an ideal opportunity for India vice-captain and opening batter Shubman Gill to establish himself in the 20-overs side.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 6

'Unfortunate but obvious' - Irfan Pathan feels Hardik Pandya's return led to Rinku Singh snub

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has suggested that Rinku Singh was not selected in India's T20I squad for their upcoming five-match series against South Africa due to Hardik Pandya's return.

Cricket News / Cricfit / December 6

Irfan Pathan Explains: The ‘Obvious’ Call Behind Rinku Singh’s Exclusion

According to former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan, the decision to exclude Rinku Singh from the upcoming five-match T20I series against South Africa cricket team was “obvious” once Hardik Pandya was fit to return.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 5

IND vs SA 2025: ‘Nothing happens in one match’ - Veteran all-rounder hails team management for backing Gaikwad despite loss

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan praised the Gautam Gambhir-led Indian team management for showing faith in Ruturaj Gaikwad despite his failure in the first ODI in Ranchi.

Cricket News / Crictoday / December 5

End of road for Rinku Singh: Former player makes a bold prediction for T20 World Cup

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has reacted to the exclusion of Rinku Singh from the T20I team for the five-match series against South Africa. Rinku had hit a winning boundary in India’s Asia Cup final win over Pakistan, but he was dropped from the squad.

Cricket News / Cricfit / December 4

“Turning Point That Sealed It” – Irfan Pathan Reflects On IND vs SA 2nd ODI

Former all-rounder Irfan Pathan shared his thoughts on the turning point of the second ODI between India and South Africa in Raipur. After the visitors secured a four-wicket win to level the three-match series, Pathan believed that South Africa’s tight bowling between overs 39 and 49 prevented India from reaching a total near 370.

Cricket News / Cricfit / December 1

“He Seems To Be At His Peak” — Irfan Pathan On India Star After 1st ODI

Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan said that Rohit Sharma appears to be at the peak of his abilities based on his recent performances. His comment followed Rohit’s explosive half-century in the opening ODI of the three-match series against South Africa in Ranchi on Sunday, November 30.

Cricket News / Crictoday / November 24

Irfan Pathan backs Tilak Varma to excel at number 4 in ODIs against South Africa

The BCCI has revealed a 15‑player squad for the upcoming three‑match ODI series against South Africa beginning on November 30. KL Rahul will captain the side, stepping in for Shubman Gill, who is sidelined with a neck injury.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / November 15

IPL 2026: Irfan Pathan Suggests Punjab Add Backup Options For Chahal And Arshdeep

Royal Challengers Bangalore: Ahead of the IPL 2026 auction, former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan advised the Punjab Kings to add backups for their frontline spinner Yuzvendra Chahal and pace spearhead Arshdeep Singh.

Cricket News / CricketGully / November 6

AUS vs IND 2025: Irfan Pathan Urges ICC to Review Dead Ball Rule

Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has highlighted an important change he believes should be made to cricket rules regarding when a ball is considered out of play after an umpire's decision.

Cricket News / CricketGully / October 22

AUS vs IND 2025: Irfan Pathan Suggests India’s Playing XI for Adelaide ODI

India will seek to come back strongly after losing the first ODI comprehensively by seven wickets to Australia in Perth. The second ODI will be played at the historic Adelaide Oval on Thursday, October 23. Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan proposed that the Men in Blue may think about recalling Kuldeep Yadav for the second ODI.