India vs Pakistan: Pujara sees slow Dubai pitch aiding Pakistan; Younis responds, 'You are being nice to us'
1 month ago

India vs Pakistan: Pujara sees slow Dubai pitch aiding Pakistan; Younis responds, 'You are being nice to us'

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Cheteshwar Pujara feels slow pitches in Dubai could give Pakistan some edge against favourites India but Waqar Younis said spin-friendly slow pitches will only increase the chances for a Team India victory. Image: DP World Dressing Room Cheteshwar Pujara believes the slow nature of the pitches in Dubai will make the upcoming India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy 2025 clash a balanced contest. Slow pitch again help Pakistan: Pujara Pujara sees India as favourites for their upcoming clash against Pakistan, but with the pitches being slow and spin-friendly, he believes Pakistan’s chances have improved. Even if it turns, India have four spinners and we have one spinner.” Defeat against NZ can cost Pakistan: Younis Younis added that Pakistan’s qualification to the Champions Trophy 2025 semi-finals from Group A looks difficult after their 60-run loss to New Zealand which has heavily impacted their net run rate in a tournament where each team will play only three group matches.

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’It would’ve been a victory beyond sport’: Ajay Jadeja says India’s Champions Trophy win Lahore ’would have been better’
2 weeks, 3 days ago

’It would’ve been a victory beyond sport’: Ajay Jadeja says India’s Champions Trophy win Lahore ’would have been better’

Live Mint  

Pakistan has been one of the top countries to play cricket for many cricketers. As a result, India played all their Champions Trophy 2025 matches in Dubai despite Pakistan being the tournament hosts. Former India cricketer Ajay Jadeja felt, India's victory would have been more sweeter had they won the final in Lahore. For the unknown, the Champions Trophy 2025 …

Dubai pitch controversy: Ex-Pakistan skipper comes to BCCI’s defence; ‘You all agreed to the schedule’
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Dubai pitch controversy: Ex-Pakistan skipper comes to BCCI’s defence; ‘You all agreed to the schedule’

Live Mint  

Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif came out in support of BCCI after some former England greats like Nasser Hussain, Michael Atherton, and David Lloyd and Michael Atherton questioned why India was getting an undue advantage given that all their matches were scheduled at the same venue - Dubai International Stadium. Ex-Pakistan captain comes to BCCI's defence: While Latif agreed that …

Spin it to win it: Slow and steady makes never-before-seen impact at ICC event
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Spin it to win it: Slow and steady makes never-before-seen impact at ICC event

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: At one point during the New Zealand innings — after 37 overs — in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final, the scorecard at the Dubai International Stadium read 161/4. It might seem below par, but this is the slow Dubai surface and Glenn Phillips had started counter-attacking, getting the Black Caps' innings back on track with Daryl Mitchell at …

Champions Trophy Final: Cheteshwar Pujara settles Dubai pitch debate; ‘Advantage for India is…’
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Champions Trophy Final: Cheteshwar Pujara settles Dubai pitch debate; ‘Advantage for India is…’

Live Mint  

India playing all their matches at the Dubai international stadium has been a hotbutton topic during almost the entire Champions Trophy with many cricketers bemoaning how the Men in Blue have an ‘unfair advantage’ on the pitch despite Pakistan being the hosts of the tournament. Veteran India batter Cheteshwar Pujara has now rubbished these claims stating that if India had …

Champions Trophy final: How pitch for India vs New Zealand match was chosen
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Champions Trophy final: How pitch for India vs New Zealand match was chosen

Firstpost  

The pitch in Dubai for Champions Trophy 2025 final between India and New Zealand is expected to be sluggish, slow and assist the spinners. It’s the same pitch that was used for the India vs Pakistan match in the Champions Trophy 2025 group stage almost two weeks back. It aligns with the policy of the Emirates Cricket Board, which has …

Dubai Pitch report for Champions Trophy Final: ‘Semi fresh’ set to be used for IND vs NZ match
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Dubai Pitch report for Champions Trophy Final: ‘Semi fresh’ set to be used for IND vs NZ match

Live Mint  

A "semi-fresh" pitch will be used for the Champions Trophy final between India and New Zealand, according to a report in the Times of India. Reportedly, it will be the same pitch on which India played Pakistan in the league stage match on 23 February. The last match on this surface was played some 14 days ago, which should have …

India vs New Zealand, Champions Trophy final pitch report: Who gets the advantage?
2 weeks, 6 days ago

India vs New Zealand, Champions Trophy final pitch report: Who gets the advantage?

India Today  

As India prepares for their highly anticipated Champions Trophy Final against New Zealand on March 9 in Dubai, all eyes are on the pitch conditions and which side will benefit more from the surface. While many believe India holds an edge due to their familiarity with Dubai’s playing conditionshaving played all their matches at the venueNew Zealand possesses enough firepower …

Cheteshwar Pujara rubbishes talk of Dubai advantage, says Team India's ‘talent’ sets them above the rest
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Cheteshwar Pujara rubbishes talk of Dubai advantage, says Team India's ‘talent’ sets them above the rest

Hindustan Times  

India's road to the Champions Trophy 2025 final has sparked significant debate, with many questioning the advantage of playing all their matches at a single venue in Dubai. Cheteshwar Pujara spoke about the ongoing debate over India's Dubai advantage at Champions Trophy This scheduling decision by the ICC has drawn criticism from pundits and former players, who argue that it …

India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy match creates history on JioStar, becomes 2nd most watched cricket match
2 weeks, 6 days ago

India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy match creates history on JioStar, becomes 2nd most watched cricket match

Live Mint  

India and Pakistan are among the oldest and the greatest rivalries in world cricket bringing in passions and fervour from both sides of the border. While Pakistan cricket is going through a bit of crisis, the clash against India in the league stages still remained in the news for various reasons including Virat Kohli's roaring century, Shreyas's Iyer's half century …

Adaptability Is Key For ‘Unknown’ Dubai Pitch In IND vs NZ Final: Rachin Ravindra
3 weeks ago

Adaptability Is Key For ‘Unknown’ Dubai Pitch In IND vs NZ Final: Rachin Ravindra

ABP News  

Dashing New Zealand opener Rachin Ravindra feels adapting to the conditions will be key to succeed on an "unknown" Dubai surface in the Champions Trophy final against India on Sunday. "We will see in the next couple of days and hopefully it's a good cricket wicket," said Ravindra after an emphatic 50-run win over South Africa in the semifinal here …

Mohammed Shami gives contrasting take on Dubai pitch as compared to Gambhir, Rohit
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Mohammed Shami gives contrasting take on Dubai pitch as compared to Gambhir, Rohit

India Today  

Mohammed Shami has given a contrasting take as compared to coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Rohit Sharma when it comes to the Dubai pitch. Shami said that the pitch has definitely given India an advantage as they have played all their matches in the Champions Trophy in Dubai. Speaking after the win over the Aussies, Shami gave a contrasting take, …

Rajeev Shukla silences Pakistani reporters wanting Champions Trophy final in Lahore: 'For that, Australia had to win'
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Rajeev Shukla silences Pakistani reporters wanting Champions Trophy final in Lahore: 'For that, Australia had to win'

Hindustan Times  

Former England captains Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain, current Australia skipper Pat Cummins and a South Africa batter Rassie van der Dussen have made no attempts to hide their feelings about India having a distinct "advantage" over the other teams in the Champions Trophy. BCCI vice president Rajeev Shukla On Wednesday, during the second semi-final between New Zealand and South …

IND vs AUS Semifinal: Will Team India Take 'Revenge' from Australia Today in Champions Trophy?
3 weeks, 2 days ago

IND vs AUS Semifinal: Will Team India Take 'Revenge' from Australia Today in Champions Trophy?

ABP News  

The 2025 Champions Trophy is heading towards its final stages, with the league matches now over. The first semifinal will see a thrilling clash between India and Australia, scheduled to take place on March 4, 2025, at the Dubai International Stadium. The match will start at 2:30 PM IST, with the toss scheduled for 2:00 PM IST.India’s squad includes captain …

Champions Trophy 2025: ‘Fresh pitch’ in Dubai for IND vs AUS semi-final, Rohit Sharma advised to win toss and…
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: ‘Fresh pitch’ in Dubai for IND vs AUS semi-final, Rohit Sharma advised to win toss and…

Live Mint  

Rohit Sharma-led India will take on the Aussies today for the semi-final of the Champions Trophy 2025. The Men in Blue have had a hang of the conditions in Dubai, having played 3 matches on the ground so far but former India cricketer Aakash Chopra now suggests that a new pitch is being used for the semi-final clash between the …

IND vs AUS Pitch Report, Champions Trophy 2025 Semifinal: Dubai ground conditions; batting & bowling stats, records, toss factor
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

IND vs AUS Pitch Report, Champions Trophy 2025 Semifinal: Dubai ground conditions; batting & bowling stats, records, toss factor

The Hindu  

India will face Australia in the first semifinal of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. LIVE SCORE | India vs Australia ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Semifinal The Men in Blue head into the contest on the back of three wins on the trot at the same venue. ODI STATS AT DUBAI INTERNATIONAL CRICKET …

India vs Australia semi-final pitch report: Dry fresh pitch expected to play the same way in Dubai
3 weeks, 3 days ago

India vs Australia semi-final pitch report: Dry fresh pitch expected to play the same way in Dubai

Firstpost  

It has been reported that the India vs Australia semi-final in the Champions Trophy 2025 will be played on a fresh pitch in Dubai. Team India has faced massive criticism for playing all their Champions Trophy 2025 matches in Dubai, but for the unversed, it’s important to mention that all three matches so far have been played on different pitches. …

Red-hot India runs into Australia in Champions Trophy semifinal
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Red-hot India runs into Australia in Champions Trophy semifinal

The Hindu  

India versus Pakistan may be one of cricket’s greatest rivalries, made more fierce by the political relationship between the two countries, but India against Australia has been one of the most intriguing and hard-fought duels in modern-day cricket. The batting line-up certainly possesses the ammunition to deal with this, but the spin bowling department, with just one genuine spinner in …

India vs Australia Champions Trophy semi-final: Unbeaten India faces a depleted Australia in high-voltage contest in Dubai
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

India vs Australia Champions Trophy semi-final: Unbeaten India faces a depleted Australia in high-voltage contest in Dubai

The Hindu  

India versus Pakistan may be one of cricket’s greatest rivalries, made more fierce by the political relationship between the two countries, but India against Australia has been one of the most intriguing and hard-fought duels in modern-day cricket. Another instalment of this high-voltage contest between the two cricketing heavyweights will kick off on Tuesday at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium …

India vs Australia semi-final: Adam Zampa says he can be the match-winner for Aussies in Dubai
3 weeks, 3 days ago

India vs Australia semi-final: Adam Zampa says he can be the match-winner for Aussies in Dubai

Firstpost  

Australian spinner Adam Zampa will be crucial for the Aussies in the Champions trophy 2025 semi-final against India in a spin-friendly Dubai stadium. Image: Reuters With the pitches in Dubai proving helpful for spinners, Team India, it is felt, will have an advantage over Australia in their upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final. Champions Trophy 2025: News | Schedule | Results …

India’s Road to the 2025 Champions Trophy Semifinals: Full Match Recap and Key Highlights
3 weeks, 4 days ago

India’s Road to the 2025 Champions Trophy Semifinals: Full Match Recap and Key Highlights

The Hindu  

Shreyas Iyer’s 79 and fine knocks by Axar Patel and Hardik Pandya lifted India to 249 for nine before the spinners took centrestage in Dubai on Sunday. India’s road to the semifinals: Match 1: India vs Bangladesh Date and venue: February 20, 2025, at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai Toss: Bangladesh won the toss and elected to bat Result: India …

Dubai is not our home: Rohit Sharma dismisses unfair advantage criticism
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Dubai is not our home: Rohit Sharma dismisses unfair advantage criticism

India Today  

Captain Rohit Sharma dismissed claims that India had an unfair advantage by playing all their Champions Trophy 2025 matches in Dubai. India stormed into the last-four stage of the tournament, comfortably outclassing Bangladesh, Pakistan, and New Zealand in their Group A matches in Dubai. Rohit was responding to pundits, including former England captains Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton, who claimed …

Champions Trophy 2025: ECB COO defends pitches in Dubai as batters struggle to score big
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: ECB COO defends pitches in Dubai as batters struggle to score big

The Hindu  

Even as runs have flowed easily in the three venues in Pakistan, it has been a tough time for the batters at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium during the Champions Trophy. Before the Champions Trophy, UAE hosted the ILT20 league, which meant the pitches had been extensively used. However, Emirates Cricket Board COO Subhan Ahmed said that care was taken …

‘If given a preference…’: Karthik picks India’s best possible Champions Trophy semis opponent; shocked by PAK, ENG
3 weeks, 4 days ago

‘If given a preference…’: Karthik picks India’s best possible Champions Trophy semis opponent; shocked by PAK, ENG

Hindustan Times  

Having already booked their berth in the semi-finals of the ongoing 2025 Champions Trophy, India face New Zealand in their final Group A fixture in Dubai on Sunday. Although both sides have confirmed their berths in the semis, the result of the match will decide the final outlook of Group A. Dinesh Karthik spoke on India's semi-final opponents. India’s potential …

Veteran England journalist, cricket fraternity slam Champions Trophy semis mess involving India: 'Don't even pretend to be fair-minded'
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Veteran England journalist, cricket fraternity slam Champions Trophy semis mess involving India: 'Don't even pretend to be fair-minded'

Firstpost  

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final scheduling has sparked controversy, with Australia, South Africa, and New Zealand forced into unnecessary travel due to India’s fixed venue in Dubai. The scheduling of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has taken the center stage once again with the cricket fraternity questioning the arrangements of the semi-finals. BBC’s chief cricket commentator Jonathan Agnew highlighted …

Memes, jokes flood social media after PAK vs BAN match gets called off due to rain, ’Congratulations ICC’
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1 month ago

Memes, jokes flood social media after PAK vs BAN match gets called off due to rain, ’Congratulations ICC’

Live Mint  

With the rains continue to drench the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Pakistan during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, and the match between Pakistan vs Bangladesh was finally abandoned, fans have started slamming PCB for Rawalpindi's worst drainage system. Here's how the fans reacted: One wrote, “Pakistan hosted an ICC event after 29 years, played only 1 game at home, one …

Pakistan vs Bangladesh Highlights, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: PAK end campaign winless as BAN game washed out
1 month ago

Pakistan vs Bangladesh Highlights, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: PAK end campaign winless as BAN game washed out

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan vs Bangladesh Highlights, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: For the second time in the tournament, a match was abandoned without the toss, incidentally, both being in Rawalpindi. Their hopes of ending the tournament on a high with a first win in the 2025 edition were dashed due to persistent rain in Rawalpindi as Pakistan, and Bangladesh, finished their campaigns winless …

Champions Trophy 2025: Rain scare in Pakistan vs Bangladesh today; pitch report, Rawalpindi weather predictions and more
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Rain scare in Pakistan vs Bangladesh today; pitch report, Rawalpindi weather predictions and more

Live Mint  

Pakistan will take on Bangladesh in the ninth match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 today. PAK vs BAN: Pitch report Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium offers a well-balanced pitch, benefitting both batters and bowlers. PAK vs BAN: Head-to-Head Bangladesh have lost their last five ODIs while Pakistan have won only one in their last 5 ODIs. PAK vs BAN: Weather predictions …

Pakistan vs Bangladesh LIVE SCORE, Champions Trophy 2025: Rain continues, Rawalpindi slammed for 'worst drainage system'
1 month ago

Pakistan vs Bangladesh LIVE SCORE, Champions Trophy 2025: Rain continues, Rawalpindi slammed for 'worst drainage system'

Live Mint  

Pakistan vs Bangladesh LIVE SCORE, Champions Trophy 2025: The rains continue to drench the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, so the match between Pakistan and Bangladesh has been called off. Pakistan vs Bangladesh LIVE SCORE: Pakistan create unwanted record Pakistan vs. Bangladesh LIVE SCORE: Pakistan register a humiliating record following the poor in Champions Trophy and became the defending champions with worst-ever …

Pakistan vs Bangladesh Prediction: Who’ll win today’s PAK vs BAN match in Rawalpindi? AI, fantasy team and more
1 month ago

Pakistan vs Bangladesh Prediction: Who’ll win today’s PAK vs BAN match in Rawalpindi? AI, fantasy team and more

Live Mint  

Pakistan and Bangladesh will play their final cricket match in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 today. The match starts 2:30 PM PAK vs BAN: Head-to-Head Pakistan and Bangladesh have played 39 ODI matches so far. PAK vs BAN: AI Prediction Let’s see what AI is predicting about today’s Pakistan vs Bangladesh match at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. However, if …

India vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy 2025 Highlights: Shubman Gill's unbeaten 101 steers India to six-wicket win
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1 month ago

India vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy 2025 Highlights: Shubman Gill's unbeaten 101 steers India to six-wicket win

Firstpost  

Former pacer Shoaib Akhtar did not hold back after Pakistan lost to New Zealand. He was specifically critical of Pakistan’s slow batting and said India are the favourites for their upcoming mega clash. Pakistan has no impact players, the strike rate is very slow, and they don’t play run-of-ball. Though India team is very very strong and it looks difficult …

India's advantage in Dubai puts more pressure on them: Rassie van der Dussen
1 month ago

India's advantage in Dubai puts more pressure on them: Rassie van der Dussen

India Today  

South Africa batter Rassie van der Dussen feels India’s advantage of playing all of their matches at one venue in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will put them under more pressure. India are playing all of their matches at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, after refusing to travel to the host nation Pakistan, due to stiff political relations …

Pakistan vs Bangladesh – Champions Trophy: Match start time, teams, stream
1 month ago

Pakistan vs Bangladesh – Champions Trophy: Match start time, teams, stream

Al Jazeera  

Who: Pakistan vs Bangladesh What: ICC Champions Trophy Group A match When: Thursday, February 27 at 2pm Where: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi, Pakistan Follow Al Jazeera’s live text and photo commentary stream. Pakistan’s hurting players will be motivated by pride in their dead rubber against Bangladesh, head coach Aaqib Javed said, after the hosts were dumped out of the Champions …

Pakistan needs a bold new approach to redeem itself
1 month ago

Pakistan needs a bold new approach to redeem itself

The Hindu  

The stage was set perfectly for Pakistan. The losses to New Zealand and India had a predictable pattern as the batters’ timid approach proved costly. The squad lacks batting depth, and barring players like Salman Ali Agha and Fakhar, the others don’t have the ability to go big. The chatter ahead of the must-win game against its neighbour veered around …

Playing only in Dubai helps India, but that's not why Pakistan lost: Aaqib Javed
1 month ago

Playing only in Dubai helps India, but that's not why Pakistan lost: Aaqib Javed

India Today  

Pakistan head coach Aaqib Javed acknowledged that playing solely in Dubai is an advantage for India but refused to use it as an excuse for his team's poor performance in their Champions Trophy 2025 clash on Sunday, February 23. Aaqib Javed was asked about India playing all their matches in Dubai after former England cricketers Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton …

Pakistan will find it hard to beat India’s B team, says Sunil Gavaskar
1 month ago

Pakistan will find it hard to beat India’s B team, says Sunil Gavaskar

The Hindu  

Pakistan's cricket team continued to invite scathing criticism a day after being knocked out of the Champions Trophy with the great Sunil Gavaskar saying that it would struggle to beat even a second-string Indian team. Pakistan, hosting an ICC tournament for the first time since 1996, were knocked out of the Champions Trophy after New Zealand beat Bangladesh in another …

Champions Trophy: A lesson from Virat Kohli for struggling Pakistan | Sledging Room S2, Ep 78
1 month ago

Champions Trophy: A lesson from Virat Kohli for struggling Pakistan | Sledging Room S2, Ep 78

India Today  

How disappointed were you on Sunday? Whether you were a Pakistan fan or an Indian fan, and whether or not you enjoyed Virat Kohli's masterclass, you must have felt a tinge of sadness watching cricket's biggest rivalry turn into a one-sided affair. The Champions Trophy 2025 match in Dubai was a prime example. Captain Mohammad Rizwan played an outdated brand …

Jos Buttler takes a dig at India for only playing in Dubai: It's a unique tournament
1 month ago

Jos Buttler takes a dig at India for only playing in Dubai: It's a unique tournament

India Today  

England captain Jos Buttler has taken a sly dig at India’s advantage in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025, who’re playing all of their matches at the same venue in the tournament. After denying to travel to the host country, Pakistan, India are playing all of their matches at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai, where the pitches are …

Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan need big improvement after damaging India loss, says Shakeel
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan need big improvement after damaging India loss, says Shakeel

The Hindu  

Top-order batsman Saud Shakeel said Pakistan must be better in every facet after a six-wicket defeat to arch-rivals India left the hosts on the brink of a Champions Trophy exit. Shakeel top scored with 62 as Pakistan were dismissed for a below-par 241 in 49.4 overs in Sunday’s blockbuster Group A clash. Pakistan were lifted by a third-wicket stand of …

Champions Trophy: India’s semifinal slot confirmed with New Zealand victory; Pakistan, Bangladesh knocked out
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1 month ago

Champions Trophy: India’s semifinal slot confirmed with New Zealand victory; Pakistan, Bangladesh knocked out

The Hindu  

Title contenders India's slot in the semifinals of ICC Champions Trophy was confirmed on Monday following New Zealand's victory over Bangladesh, the result also eliminating tournament hosts Pakistan from the event. Besides India, New Zealand, who have registered two victories in as many matches, also advanced to the last four stage from Group A. India won their first two matches …

ICC Champions Trophy: Cricket's new anthem Chak De sparks India’s win over Pakistan, powered by Virat Kohli’s heroics!
1 month ago

ICC Champions Trophy: Cricket's new anthem Chak De sparks India’s win over Pakistan, powered by Virat Kohli’s heroics!

Hindustan Times  

Cricket lovers are still celebrating India’s thrilling win over Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy on Sunday evening. India defeated Pakistan convincingly in the much-anticipated ICC Champions Trophy 2025 clash on Sunday. Inspired by India's win and the love they received in the comments section, the band went ahead and released a celebratory song in the same spirit on Monday …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan intel on ’high alert’. Here is why
1 month ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan intel on ’high alert’. Here is why

Live Mint  

Security forces in Pakistan are on ‘high alert’ following an intelligence warning of a potential abduction plot targeting foreign guests at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Hosting the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is a significant milestone for Pakistan's cricketing landscape. Epic win for Team India against Pakistan in Champions Trophy 2025 The Indian national cricket team triumphed over Pakistan by …

Pakistan need big improvement after damaging India loss, says Shakeel
1 month ago

Pakistan need big improvement after damaging India loss, says Shakeel

Hindustan Times  

Top-order batsman Saud Shakeel said Pakistan must be better in every facet after a six-wicket defeat to arch-rivals India left the hosts on the brink of a Champions Trophy exit. Pakistan need big improvement after damaging India loss, says Shakeel Shakeel top scored with 62 as Pakistan were dismissed for a below-par 241 in 49.4 overs in Sunday's blockbuster Group …

‘Shukar Hai Dubai Mai Match Hai…’: Pakistan Meltdown Continues After India’s 6-Wicket Win
1 month ago

‘Shukar Hai Dubai Mai Match Hai…’: Pakistan Meltdown Continues After India’s 6-Wicket Win

ABP News  

IND vs PAK Memes: India defeated Pakistan by 6 wickets in the blockbuster IND vs PAK Champions Trophy 2025 showdown on Sunday at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. While Indian fans highlighted Pakistan’s struggles against India, some Pakistani fans openly mocked their own team. A user on X said, “shukar hai dubai mai match hai yahan hota tou india ki …

IND vs PAK: India Crushes Pakistan by 6 Wickets, Tops ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Points Table
1 month ago

IND vs PAK: India Crushes Pakistan by 6 Wickets, Tops ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Points Table

ABP News  

India secured a commanding 6-wicket victory over Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, further strengthening its position in the tournament. In response, India chased down the target comfortably with 45 balls to spare, thanks to a stellar unbeaten century by Virat Kohli, who sealed the win with a boundary.With this victory, India has now claimed the top spot in …

IND vs PAK: Kohli breaking Tendulkar's record, Kuldeep's twin-strike and other key moments from India’s victory
1 month ago

IND vs PAK: Kohli breaking Tendulkar's record, Kuldeep's twin-strike and other key moments from India’s victory

Firstpost  

Virat Kohli and Kuldeep Yadav shone with bat and ball respectively as India handed Pakistan a six-wicket defeat in Dubai on Sunday to virtually confirm their place in the semi-finals of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. VIrat Kohli's unbeaten 100 took India home to a six-wicket victory after Kuldeep Yadav's 3/40 played a key role in helping the Men in …

IND vs PAK: Kohli breaking Tendulkar's record, Kuldeep's twin-strike and other key moments from India’s victory
1 month ago

IND vs PAK: Kohli breaking Tendulkar's record, Kuldeep's twin-strike and other key moments from India’s victory

Firstpost  

Virat Kohli and Kuldeep Yadav shone with bat and ball respectively as India handed Pakistan a six-wicket defeat in Dubai on Sunday to virtually confirm their place in the semi-finals of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. VIrat Kohli's unbeaten 100 took India home to a six-wicket victory after Kuldeep Yadav's 3/40 played a key role in helping the Men in …

IND vs PAK: Hardik Pandya delivers a Bumrah-esque performance to win over fans
1 month ago

IND vs PAK: Hardik Pandya delivers a Bumrah-esque performance to win over fans

India Today  

"They said, life for me, had come a full circle. These were the words of Hardik Pandya before the India vs Pakistan game as the all-rounder once again produced the goods with the ball for his side in a high-pressure contest. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table Hardik steps in to deliver the goods Hardik came in as the …

Victory against Pakistan is sweet as there's a lot of pressure externally: Shreyas
1 month ago

Victory against Pakistan is sweet as there's a lot of pressure externally: Shreyas

Hindustan Times  

Dubai, Shreyas Iyer on Sunday termed India's six-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Champions Trophy as "sweet" because it came against a competitive team and involved warding off a lot of "external pressures." Victory against Pakistan is sweet as there's a lot of pressure externally: Shreyas India have practically sealed a semifinal berth in the ICC showpiece with this win, …

Champions Trophy: Hardik Pandya, India’s insurance cover
1 month ago

Champions Trophy: Hardik Pandya, India’s insurance cover

Hindustan Times  

Dubai: India have taken one major tactical turn from their 2023 ODI World Cup campaign. The allrounder’s new-ball spell in Sunday’s Champions Trophy game against Pakistan was an example of how he plugs the crucial holes in India’s ODI gameplan. Hardik though got one to nip off the seam, caught Azam’s outside edge and waved a little good-bye, casual enough …

IND vs PAK, Champions Trophy 2025: Kohli’s masterclass powers India to a six-wicket win over Pakistan
1 month ago

IND vs PAK, Champions Trophy 2025: Kohli’s masterclass powers India to a six-wicket win over Pakistan

The Hindu  

Pakistan was the nominal ‘home’ team for its must-win encounter against India. But in front of a near sell-out crowd, more than three-fourths of whom were decked in blue, the Men in Green got blown away by one of Virat Kohli’s classic ODI masterclass knocks as he belted out his best hits and reaffirmed his status as one of the …

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