Young and aspiring fast bowlers are on show in the Pakistan Super League
1 year, 1 month ago

Young and aspiring fast bowlers are on show in the Pakistan Super League

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Young and aspiring fast bowlers such as Shamar Joseph of West Indies will showcase their skills in Pakistan’s premier domestic Twenty20 competition starting this weekend. ‘J oseph’s mesmerizing spell against Australia in the second test at the Gabba in Brisbane secured the pace bowler a last-minute contract with former Pakistan Super League champions Peshawar Zalmi, which will be led by ex-Pakistan all-format captain Babar Azam. “In modern T20 cricket, where you see 200 runs being scored, if you get a couple wickets and give under 30 runs, you have bowled a good spell.” The data-driven Islamabad side has signed Shah’s two brothers — Hunain and Ubaid — and captain Shadab Khan has already hinted all three could play during the month-long tournament being hosted in four major cities. “We didn’t play good cricket, but still we performed well in group stages.” Islamabad has some explosive power-hitters with Azam Khan, Alex Hales and Colin Munro and has strengthened its middle-order by bringing in Karachi Kings former captain Imad Wasim, whose left-arm spin bowling could come in handy at all the four venues in Karachi, Lahore, Multan and Rawalpindi. Lahore’s lethal pace attack is led by Pakistan Twenty20 skipper Shaheen Shah Afridi, who has led one of the most flamboyant PSL franchise to two back-to-back titles.

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Focused on consistency, Varun Chakravarthy working on few other deliveries for IPL 2025
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Focused on consistency, Varun Chakravarthy working on few other deliveries for IPL 2025

Live Mint  

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Punjab Kings IPL 2025 Team Preview: Key Stats, Predicted XI & Analysis
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Punjab Kings IPL 2025 Team Preview: Key Stats, Predicted XI & Analysis

The Hindu  

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IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians Welcome ‘HITMAN’ Rohit Sharma With Special Video — WATCH
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2 days, 7 hours ago

IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians Welcome ‘HITMAN’ Rohit Sharma With Special Video — WATCH

ABP News  

Cricket fans are buzzing with excitement ahead of the Indian Premier League season 2025. Mumbai Indians, one of the most successful franchises in the league, announced the arrival of the Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma in style. Mumbai Indians dropped a special video on their official social media handles, announcing the arrival of the ‘HITMAN.’ Notably, Mumbai Indians will …

IPL 2025: Suryakumar Yadav to captain Mumbai Indians in season opener
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3 days, 2 hours ago

IPL 2025: Suryakumar Yadav to captain Mumbai Indians in season opener

The Hindu  

Suryakumar Yadav will lead Mumbai Indians in its first match of the Indian Premier League 2025 season as full-time skipper Hardik Pandya will miss the contest due to a one-match ban. Hardik was banned for one match for maintaining a slow over-rate in Mumbai’s last match of the 2024 season, against Lucknow Super Giants. Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene …

IPL 2025: PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer aiming to 'mark' himself at No.3 in T20s
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3 days, 9 hours ago

IPL 2025: PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer aiming to 'mark' himself at No.3 in T20s

India Today  

Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer wants to mark himself in T20s at the No.3 spot as he starts a new journey in IPL 2025. Shreyas is in a new franchise after leading Kolkata Knight Riders to the title last season after Punjab shelled out 26.75 crore rupees for him. Speaking at a pre-tournament press conference, Shreyas stated that he wants …

NZ vs PAK, 2nd T20I: New Zealand extends series lead with five-wicket win over Pakistan
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NZ vs PAK, 2nd T20I: New Zealand extends series lead with five-wicket win over Pakistan

The Hindu  

New Zealand’s openers went on a six-hitting blitz on Tuesday to thrash Pakistan by five wickets and go 2-0 up in the five-match Twenty20 series. New Zealand’s highlight was a ferocious opening stand between Tim Seifert and Finn Allen in which seven of the first eight scoring shots were sixes. Four New Zealand wickets fell in the space of four …

IPL 2025: KKR suffer huge blow as Umran Malik ruled out, defending champions rope in Chetan Sakariya as replacement
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IPL 2025: KKR suffer huge blow as Umran Malik ruled out, defending champions rope in Chetan Sakariya as replacement

Live Mint  

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders suffered a huge blow ahead of the Indian Premier League 2025 after pacer Umran Malik was ruled out of the upcoming edition due to an injury. Having made his IPL debut in 2021, Umran Malik played just three games for two wickets in his maiden season. However, his form dipped in the next two seasons, …

'There's perception that Pakistan has best seamers. No': England's World Cup winner crushes Shaheen, Haris, Naseem myth
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'There's perception that Pakistan has best seamers. No': England's World Cup winner crushes Shaheen, Haris, Naseem myth

Hindustan Times  

Moeen Ali has cast doubt over the widely-held perception that Pakistan possesses one of the best fast-bowling trio in world cricket. The former England all-rounder believes that while Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, and Naseem Shah are talented, they do not rank among the absolute best in the game today. Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah during Champions Trophy …

Shahid Afridi has his personal agendas: Ex-PCB chief blasts Pakistan great, strikes down ICC for 'totally wrong' conduct
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Shahid Afridi has his personal agendas: Ex-PCB chief blasts Pakistan great, strikes down ICC for 'totally wrong' conduct

Hindustan Times  

The era when Pakistan reigned as a cricketing powerhouse feels like a distant memory. Recently, former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi shared a striking revelation: the current PCB chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, admitted to him that he lacks knowledge about cricket. 'Disappointing how ICC managed Champions Trophy hosting' Pakistan hosted the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 under a hybrid model, with India’s …

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IPL 2025: Full list of Punjab Kings captains since 2008; captaincy record, stats, win-loss ratio

The Hindu  

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IPL 2025 PBKS preview: Project Punjab looks for lift off under Shreyas-Ponting
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IPL 2025 PBKS preview: Project Punjab looks for lift off under Shreyas-Ponting

India Today  

For Punjab Kings, they have always been a team that has failed to impress in the IPL. Punjab Kings: IPL 2025 Full squad Shreyas Iyer, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Nehal Wadhera, Glenn Maxwell, Vyshak Vijaykumar, Yash Thakur, Harpreet Brar, Vishnu Vinod, Marco Jansen, Lockie Ferguson, Josh Inglis, Xavier Bartlett, Kuldeep Sen, Pyla Avinash, Suryansh Shedge, Musheer Khan, Harnoor …

Power-packed middle order, lethal bowling attack but unproven Indian core: Can PBKS break their IPL curse in 2025?
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Power-packed middle order, lethal bowling attack but unproven Indian core: Can PBKS break their IPL curse in 2025?

Hindustan Times  

Punjab Kings have spent years in search of a winning formula, often making drastic changes in personnel but struggling to find consistency. Ricky Ponting will reunite with Shreyas Iyer at Punjab Kings in the IPL The franchise will hope that this new leadership duo can finally bring stability and direction, which has been missing in the past many seasons; the …

Yuzvendra Chahal imitates Mohammad Rizwan during Punjab Kings' training session, leaves teammates in splits
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Yuzvendra Chahal imitates Mohammad Rizwan during Punjab Kings' training session, leaves teammates in splits

Hindustan Times  

The 2025 Indian Premier League season is set to begin on March 22, and many franchises have begun training camps to prepare for the edition. Punjab Kings are also gearing up for the season and their newest acquisition, Yuzvendra Chahal, is bringing his trademark humour to his new franchise. Yuzvendra Chahal imitated Mohammad Rizwan during a training session with PBKS …

IPL 2025: SRH Unveil Jersey Ahead Of Indian Premier League Season 18 — WATCH
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1 week, 3 days ago

IPL 2025: SRH Unveil Jersey Ahead Of Indian Premier League Season 18 — WATCH

ABP News  

With the Champions Trophy 2025 wrapped up, cricket fans are now eagerly looking forward to the start of the Indian Premier League 2025, which begins on March 22. Leading the run-fest were Sunrisers Hyderabad, who lit up the tournament with their explosive batting performances. ALSO ON ABP Live | Michael Bracewell To Lead New Zealand For Pakistan T20Is, Key Players …

Pakistan drops Babar and Rizwan for five T20s against New Zealand
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Pakistan drops Babar and Rizwan for five T20s against New Zealand

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan dropped captain Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam for the T20 series against New Zealand and rewarded several domestic performers for the five-match series starting on March 16. Batters Abdul Samad and Hasan Nawaz along with fast bowler Mohammad Ali are the three uncapped players in the T20 squad. ___ T20 squad: Salman Ali Agha, Shadab Khan, Abbas …

PCB announces Pakistan Super League schedule, clashes with IPL 2025
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PCB announces Pakistan Super League schedule, clashes with IPL 2025

India Today  

The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced the schedule for the Pakistan Super League 2025. Defending champions Islamabad United will face Lahore Qalandars in the opening match on April 11 at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The grand finale will take place at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on May 18. “The fans in this year’s tournament will not only see high-profile international cricketers …

'Such cheap mentality': Yograj Singh burns Shaheen Afridi in Virat Kohli accusation, Abrar Ahmed in brutal rant
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'Such cheap mentality': Yograj Singh burns Shaheen Afridi in Virat Kohli accusation, Abrar Ahmed in brutal rant

Hindustan Times  

Former India cricketer Yograj Singh, on Wednesday, launched a scathing attack on Pakistan days after their loss against India in the Group A match in Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai. Yograj criticised Abrar Ahmed for his send-off to Shubman Gill and accused fast bowler Shaheen Afridi of deliberately bowling wides to Virat Kohli to deny the India star a century. …

Even MS Dhoni couldn't have done anything with Rizwan's team: Ex-Pakistan captain
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Even MS Dhoni couldn't have done anything with Rizwan's team: Ex-Pakistan captain

India Today  

Former Pakistan women’s captain Sana Mir criticised the men’s team after their poor performance in the Champions Trophy. Mir, who led the women’s team in 65 T20Is and 72 ODIs from 2009 to 2017, said Pakistan erred from the start by not selecting a squad suited to the playing conditions. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table "The 15 that …

Shoaib Akhtar slams Pakistan: It is a brainless, clueless team management
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Shoaib Akhtar slams Pakistan: It is a brainless, clueless team management

India Today  

Legendary fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar was left fuming after hosts Pakistan lost to India in the Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday, February 23. Akhtar slammed the Pakistan team management for playing just one specialist spinner in the match. They are just the way the management is," Shoaib Akhtar said in a video posted on X. India vs Pakistan, Champions Trophy: …

IND vs PAK, Champions Trophy 2025: Kohli’s masterclass powers India to a six-wicket win over Pakistan
3 weeks, 5 days 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 …

IND vs PAK: Shaheen Afridi castles Rohit Sharma with a searing yorker in Dubai; watch video
3 weeks, 5 days ago

IND vs PAK: Shaheen Afridi castles Rohit Sharma with a searing yorker in Dubai; watch video

Firstpost  

Skipper Rohit Sharma was off to a fiery start in India’s chase of the 242-run target set by Pakistan, racing to 20 with the help of three fours and a six, when he was castled by a searing yorker from left-arm quick Shaheen Shah Afridi. Rohit Sharma walks back to the pavilion after getting castled by Shaheen Shah Afridi in …

India vs Paksitan ICC Champions Trophy match at Dubai international stadium in Dubai. India restricts Paksitan for 241
3 weeks, 5 days ago

India vs Paksitan ICC Champions Trophy match at Dubai international stadium in Dubai. India restricts Paksitan for 241

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 …

Champions Trophy: India restrict Pakistan to 241 despite Shakeel's fifty
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Champions Trophy: India restrict Pakistan to 241 despite Shakeel's fifty

Deccan Chronicle  

Dubai: Indian bowlers were stunningly accurate but Pakistan managed to post a competitive 241 courtesy Saud Shakeel's polished fifty and Khushdil Shah's cameo in the Champions Trophy here on Sunday. Shakeel was largely fluent and added 104 runs for the third wicket with skipper Mohammad Rizwan, but Pakistan never really managed to break the shackles after opting to bat. The …

IND vs PAK Match Prediction: Who Will Win India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy 2025 Match In Dubai?
3 weeks, 6 days ago

IND vs PAK Match Prediction: Who Will Win India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy 2025 Match In Dubai?

ABP News  

IND vs PAK Match Prediction: Rohit Sharma-led India will face Mohammad Rizwan’s Pakistan in both teams’ second match of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at the Dubai International Stadium on February 23. ALSO ON ABP Live | IND vs PAK Head-To-Head Record In ODIs, CT History & More Ahead Of India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy 2025 Clash Pakistan, meanwhile, …

IND vs PAK: Axar Patel's excellent fielding catches Imam-ul-Haq short in Dubai | Watch
3 weeks, 6 days ago

IND vs PAK: Axar Patel's excellent fielding catches Imam-ul-Haq short in Dubai | Watch

India TV News  

IND vs PAK: Axar Patel's excellent fielding catches Imam-ul-Haq short in Dubai | Watch Star India all-rounder Axar Patel pulled off an excellent direct hir run out to dismiss Pakistan's Imam-ul-HAq in the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025. After Hardik Pandya sent star batter Babar Azam packing for just 23 runs, the onus fell onto Saud Shakeel and Imam-ul-Haq's shoulders. In …

IND vs PAK preview: India firm favourites as Dubai miracle only hope for Pakistan
3 weeks, 6 days ago

IND vs PAK preview: India firm favourites as Dubai miracle only hope for Pakistan

India Today  

"India-Pakistan has a long history. It's February 23, another Sunday in an ICC tournament -- this time, the Champions Trophy 2025 -- where India and Pakistan are set to face off. In contrast, Pakistan, hamstrung by injuries, will be scrambling to assemble a batting line-up capable of withstanding the quality of India's bowling attack, even in the absence of Jasprit …

Watch: Shaheen Afridi gives 2021 vibes with deadly yorker to dismiss Rohit Sharma
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Watch: Shaheen Afridi gives 2021 vibes with deadly yorker to dismiss Rohit Sharma

India Today  

Shaheen Shah Afridi bowled an absolute peach of a delivery to dismiss Rohit Sharma in the Champions Trophy 2025 clash between India and Pakistan on Sunday, February 23 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. India vs Pakistan, Champions Trophy Updates Shaheen bowled a fast in-swinging yorker and Rohit had no clue about it. Champions Trophy Full Coverage But just when …

"Will take positives and move forward": Afghan skipper Shahidi after losing to South Africa in Champions Trophy
1 month ago

"Will take positives and move forward": Afghan skipper Shahidi after losing to South Africa in Champions Trophy

Hindustan Times  

Karachi, : Following the defeat against South Africa in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Afghanistan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi said that there are many positives to take for his team, despite a result that didn't go their way, and they will try to take that forward. "Will take positives and move forward": Afghan skipper Shahidi after losing to South Africa …

IND vs PAK, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan team arrives in Dubai for India clash
1 month ago

IND vs PAK, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan team arrives in Dubai for India clash

The Hindu  

The Pakistan cricket team arrived here on Thursday for the marquee Champions Trophy 2025 clash against arch-rivals India scheduled for February 23, hoping to get its campaign back on track after the 60-run loss to New Zealand in the tournament opener. The team had left for Dubai without senior batter Fakhar Zaman, who got hurt during the opening match against …

CT2025: All-round New Zealand eases past sluggish, conservative Pakistan by 60 runs in opener
1 month ago

CT2025: All-round New Zealand eases past sluggish, conservative Pakistan by 60 runs in opener

Hindustan Times  

Karachi, : Sluggishness and conservative are two words, that could define Pakistan's run-chase of 321 runs against New Zealand in their ICC Champions Trophy campaign opener as the defending champions were downed by 60 runs at Karachi on Wednesday. CT2025: All-round New Zealand eases past sluggish, conservative Pakistan by 60 runs in opener This is NZ's fourth win against Pakistan …

Pakistan receive major boost ahead of Champions Trophy opener against New Zealand, key speedster recovers from injury
1 month ago

Pakistan receive major boost ahead of Champions Trophy opener against New Zealand, key speedster recovers from injury

Hindustan Times  

Hosts Pakistan have received a significant boost ahead of their ICC Men's Champions Trophy opener against New Zealand on February 19 in Karachi. It needs to be mentioned that Haris Rauf remained with the squad despite not being available for the Tri-Series fixture against South Africa and the final against New Zealand. Earlier, Mohammad Amir expressed his concern regarding Haris …

Pakistan is a dangerous side in home conditions, should make Champions Trophy 2025 semifinals: Ravi Shastri
1 month, 1 week ago

Pakistan is a dangerous side in home conditions, should make Champions Trophy 2025 semifinals: Ravi Shastri

The Hindu  

Armed with a fearsome pace attack and playing in home conditions, hosts Pakistan could be a force to reckon with in the Champions Trophy even though it will miss opener Saim Ayub, reckons former India coach Ravi Shastri. “I think Pakistan are the kind of side that, with the exposure they’ve had in the last six to eight months in …

Ravi Shastri backs dangerous Pakistan to reach Champions Trophy semi-final
1 month, 1 week ago

Ravi Shastri backs dangerous Pakistan to reach Champions Trophy semi-final

India Today  

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri and former Australia captain Ricky Ponting have backed the Pakistan side for a good show in the Champions Trophy. Speaking on the ICC Review podcast, Shastri said that Pakistan has the depth to shine in their home conditions and would be even more dangerous if they reach the semi-finals of the tournament. BABAR AZAM …

Rashid Khan Shatters All-Time T20 Record, Surpasses West Indies Legend Dwayne Bravo
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rashid Khan Shatters All-Time T20 Record, Surpasses West Indies Legend Dwayne Bravo

ABP News  

Rashid Khan, Afghanistan’s star spinner, created history as he registered an all-time T20 record to his name, surpassing the West Indies legend Dwayne Bravo. ALSO ON ABP Live | Video: Rahul Dravid's Angry Avatar On Bengaluru Street Goes Viral After Collision With Auto Rashid needed just one wicket to surpass Bravo’s all-time record and he achieved the milestone by dismissing …

Rashid Khan becomes top wicket-taker in T20 history during SA20 Qualifier One clash
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rashid Khan becomes top wicket-taker in T20 history during SA20 Qualifier One clash

Hindustan Times  

Gqeberha, : Star Afghanistan spinner Rashid Khan overtook West Indies legend Dwayne Bravo to become the leading wicket-taker in T20s. Rashid Khan becomes top wicket-taker in T20 history during SA20 Qualifier One clash Rashid accomplished this feat during MI Cape Town's Qualifier One match against Paarl Royals at Gqerberha. Bravo, in his 18-year-old career in T20s, which has seen him …

David Warner leaves behind Virat Kohli on elite T20 cricket list, dazzles on ILT20 return for Dubai Capitals – India TV
1 month, 2 weeks ago

David Warner leaves behind Virat Kohli on elite T20 cricket list, dazzles on ILT20 return for Dubai Capitals – India TV

India TV News  

David Warner dazzled on his return to the International League T20 for the Dubai Capitals, smashing an unbeaten 93 off just 57 balls against the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders on Sunday, February 2 at the Dubai International Stadium. Warner, who led the Sydney Thunder to the final in the Big Bash League while being back as the captain in franchise …

Only one specialist spinner in Pakistan's 15-member squad for Champions Trophy
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Only one specialist spinner in Pakistan's 15-member squad for Champions Trophy

Deccan Chronicle  

Lahore: Pakistan selectors on Friday sprung a surprise by including just one specialist spinner and picking nine batsmen in their 15-member squad for the Champions Trophy beginning next month. Abrar Ahmed, 26, the only specialist spinner in the squad captained by Mohammad Rizwan, has played four ODIs taking 10 wickets with a best of 4/33. The selectors have recalled all-rounders …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan go innovative way to name pace-heavy squad for mega event at home
1 month, 3 weeks ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan go innovative way to name pace-heavy squad for mega event at home

Live Mint  

The Pakistan Cricket Board went a bit creative as the defending champions announced their 15-member squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, starting at home and Dubai next month. Surprisingly, Pakistan named just one specialist spinner and picked nine batters for the Champions Trophy beginning on February 19. Babar Azam likely to open in Champions Trophy Either Babar Azam or …

Only one specialist spinner in Pakistan's 15-member squad for Champions Trophy
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Only one specialist spinner in Pakistan's 15-member squad for Champions Trophy

Hindustan Times  

Lahore, Pakistan selectors on Friday sprung a surprise by including just one specialist spinner and picking nine batsmen in their 15-member squad for the Champions Trophy beginning next month. HT Image Abrar Ahmed, 26, the only specialist spinner in the squad captained by Mohammad Rizwan, has played four ODIs taking 10 wickets with a best of 4/33. The selectors have …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: No Saim Ayub as Pakistan announces squad for title-defence
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: No Saim Ayub as Pakistan announces squad for title-defence

The Hindu  

Defending champion, on Friday, announced its 15-member squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, with Mohammad Rizwan set to led the team as it starts its title defence against New Zealand next month. A major absentee in the squad, however was young opener Saim Ayub, who has been turning heads in the Test series against South Africa, scoring two centuries …

MS Dhoni's valuable advice recalled by Punjab Kings batter ahead of IPL 2025: 'If you're winning three games...'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

MS Dhoni's valuable advice recalled by Punjab Kings batter ahead of IPL 2025: 'If you're winning three games...'

Hindustan Times  

Right-handed batter Shashank Singh was one of the breakout stars of the Indian Premier League 2024. Shashank Singh recalled MS Dhoni's priceless advice regarding the pressure on the players who have the ‘finisher’ tag associated with them. Shashank Singh has now recalled how MS Dhoni once told him that a player is among the world's best five or ten cricketers …

PAK vs WI, 1st Test: Skipper Masood defends Pakistan’s spin-spiced formula after win over West Indies
2 months ago

PAK vs WI, 1st Test: Skipper Masood defends Pakistan’s spin-spiced formula after win over West Indies

The Hindu  

Skipper Shan Masood defended Pakistan’s formula of using spin-friendly pitches to win home Test matches after a 127-run victory over the West Indies in Multan on Sunday. Pakistan completed the win before tea on the third day as spinners Sajid Khan grabbed 5-50 and Abrar Ahmed finished with 4-27 to dismiss the West Indies for 123 after setting a 251-run …

PSL 2025 draft: From Islamabad United to Lahore Qalandars, check list of all squads
2 months, 1 week ago

PSL 2025 draft: From Islamabad United to Lahore Qalandars, check list of all squads

India TV News  

PSL 2025 draft: The draft for the Pakistan Super League 2025 took place at the Huzoori Bagh in Lahore Fort on Monday, January 13. Former Australian opener David Warner, New Zealand star Kane Williamson, West Indies speedster Alzarri Joseph and Daryl Mitchell are set to make their PSL debuts. Williamson and Warner are set to play for Karachi Kings, while …

India TV Sports Wrap on January 13: Today's top 10 trending news stories
2 months, 1 week ago

India TV Sports Wrap on January 13: Today's top 10 trending news stories

India TV News  

Shreyas Iyer was named the captain of the Punjab Kings ahead of the 2025 edition of the IPL. Top 10 Trending Sports Stories Shreyas Iyer to lead Punjab Kings in IPL 2025 Punjab Kings officially appointed Shreyas Iyer as their new captain ahead of the 2025 edition of the IPL. Ibrahim Zadran returns as Afghanistan announce squad for Champions Trophy …

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer named Punjab Kings captain
2 months, 1 week ago

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer named Punjab Kings captain

The Hindu  

Shreyas Iyer was named captain of Punjab Kings on Sunday ahead of the 2025 season of the Indian Premier League. READ | Afghanistan announces Champions Trophy squad: Hashmatullah Shahidi to lead; Mujeeb Ur Rahman left out Shashank Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Shreyas Iyer and Salman Khan at the sets of Bigg Boss 18. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Shreyas, Yuzvendra Chahal, …

Afghanistan announces Champions Trophy squad: Hashmatullah Shahidi to lead; Mujeeb Ur Rahman left out
2 months, 1 week ago

Afghanistan announces Champions Trophy squad: Hashmatullah Shahidi to lead; Mujeeb Ur Rahman left out

The Hindu  

The Afghanistan Cricket Board, on Sunday, announced that Hashmatullah Shahidi will lead the national side in its maiden ICC Men’s Champions Trophy campaign which is scheduled to begin on February 19. The bowling unit is strengthened by the presence of star tweaker Rashid Khan alongside all-rounder Mohammad Nabi, and pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi. The squad also includes Sediqullah Atal, who recently …

IPL 2025: Bowlers Who Claimed A Wicket On Very First Ball In IPL
2 months, 3 weeks ago

IPL 2025: Bowlers Who Claimed A Wicket On Very First Ball In IPL

ABP News  

Indian Premier League, world's richest cricket league, is known for its record-breaking feats. As we gear up for the Indian Premier League 2025 season, let's revisit a unique achievement in IPL history - bowlers who took a wicket with their very first ball in IPL tournament. Ishant Sharma: Back in 2008, Ishant Sharma became the first ever bowler to achieve …

Mohammad Abbas's skill is second to none: Shan Masood on pacer's comeback
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Mohammad Abbas's skill is second to none: Shan Masood on pacer's comeback

India Today  

Pakistan Test team skipper Shan Masood hailed Mohammad Abbas's return to the squad for their one-off Test against South Africa, emphasizing the pacer's invaluable skills. Sometimes, it takes time as a lot of factors are to be considered.England series were not suited for Mohammad Abbas but going into South Africa, we wanted a bowler who could give the bowling lineup …

SA vs PAK: Pakistan name playing XI for 1st Test, veteran pacer returns after 3 years
2 months, 3 weeks ago

SA vs PAK: Pakistan name playing XI for 1st Test, veteran pacer returns after 3 years

India Today  

Pakistan have included 34-year-old fast bowler Mohammad Abbas in their playing XI for the opening Test against South Africa, starting December 26 at the SuperSport Park in Centurion. Pakistan have left out Abdullah Shafique, who made 132 runs in the Test series against England at home last October. The speedster had sustained an injury on the left side of his …

These India cricketers, labelled modern-day legends, likely to end their careers having never played Tests vs Pakistan
3 months ago

These India cricketers, labelled modern-day legends, likely to end their careers having never played Tests vs Pakistan

Hindustan Times  

Ravichandran Ashwin’s retirement from international cricket comes amidst a heated Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. While the spinner has been a star for India on several tours of Australia, found success in England, and helped establish an era of dominance at home, he still signals the first of a generation of Indian cricketers who have never taken part in what was once …

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