Pakistan media accuses BCCI, Team India of misusing power: 'India making a mockery of international tournaments'
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Pakistan media accuses BCCI, Team India of misusing power: 'India making a mockery of international tournaments'

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Pakistan media reports have questioned the ‘growing influence’ of BCCI and Team India on ICC’s decisions after the Men in Blue won the Champions Trophy 2025. Image: AP Jay Shah’s elevation to the chairman’s post in the International Cricket Council and Team India’s victory in the recently-concluded Champions Trophy 2025 have supposedly set alarm bells ringing in Pakistan’s cricket fraternity. The mood in Pakistan’s cricket ecosystem is evident from recent media reports accusing the BCCI of leveraging its financial strength and suggesting that India’s Champions Trophy triumph was aided by a “one-venue” advantage. Pakistan media slams BCCI, Team India after Champions Trophy win Reflecting the unhappy mood, a report in Pakistan news portal Dawn, titled Champions Trophy: India turn ‘one-venue advantage’ into glory, on India’s win over New Zealand in Champions Trophy 2025 final, complained about the final presentation ceremony, stating that it gave “no indication that this tournament had been hos­ted and played — for the most part — in Pakistan.” The report further claimed that “India remains the sport’s biggest financier and its hold over the ICC is unyielding.

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Top PCB official blames ICC for 'mismanagement' in Champions Trophy final: 'Everyone knows who's involved in it'
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Top PCB official blames ICC for 'mismanagement' in Champions Trophy final: 'Everyone knows who's involved in it'

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Despite being tournament hosts, not one official from the Pakistan Cricket Board was invited on stage during the post-match presentation ceremony in the final of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. India captain Rohit Sharma receives the winner's trophy from ICC Chair Jay Shah during the presentation ceremony of the Champions Trophy final on Sunday, 9 March in Dubai. Image credit: …

Pakistan Cricket Board blames Jay Shah-led ICC for Champions Trophy presentation snub in first official statement
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Pakistan Cricket Board blames Jay Shah-led ICC for Champions Trophy presentation snub in first official statement

Live Mint  

Pakistan Cricket Board has finally revealed the reason why there was no representative from the host country at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 presentation ceremony. PCB Chief Operating Officer Sumair Ahmad has blamed 'mismanagement' by the ICC, saying he was the representative of the Pakistan board but wasn't called on stage to present the awards. We had asked for an …

Amid Pakistan-ICC battle over Champions Trophy presentation, global body sends 'thank you' note to PCB
2 weeks ago

Amid Pakistan-ICC battle over Champions Trophy presentation, global body sends 'thank you' note to PCB

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The tension between Pakistan and the ICC over the Champions Trophy 2025 presentation ceremony took another turn as the global cricketing body sent a ’thank you’ note to the PCB. Image: Reuters The cricketing world has recently been dominated by the news of the Jay Shah-led International Cricket Council snubbing Pakistan during the closing ceremony of the Champions Trophy 2025 …

'BCCI can get wides and non-balls removed if they want': West Indian legend launches attack on India
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'BCCI can get wides and non-balls removed if they want': West Indian legend launches attack on India

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West Indian legend Andy Robert in his criticism of BCCI and Indian cricket team said that in the current scenario, the ICC appears to function as the Indian Cricket Board and suggested that the global body might even eliminate wides or no-balls if India opposed them. The uproar against the Indian cricket team enjoying a single venue advantage at the …

'Pakistan cricket is in ICU': Shahid Afridi goes no-holds-barred after Champions Trophy disaster, hammers PCB
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

'Pakistan cricket is in ICU': Shahid Afridi goes no-holds-barred after Champions Trophy disaster, hammers PCB

Hindustan Times  

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi didn't hold back in his assessment of Pakistan's cricketing setup, comparing it to a critically ill patient. Afridi's remarks come after Pakistan were knocked out in the group stage of the Champions Trophy without a win, facing defeats to arch-rivals India and New Zealand. Afridi also openly criticized the return of all-rounder Shadab Khan to …

'Pakistan cricket is in ICU': Shahid Afridi slams team selection post-Champions Trophy disaster
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'Pakistan cricket is in ICU': Shahid Afridi slams team selection post-Champions Trophy disaster

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Former Pakistan captain and all-rounder Shahid Afridi slammed the team’s selection for the upcoming tour of New Zealand, their first assignment after the embarrassing first-round exit from the ICC Champions Trophy. Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi with the winner's trophy during the Champions Trophy Group B match between England and South Africa in Karachi. AP Legendary all-rounder Shahid Afridi described …

Pakistan official didn't deserve to be in final, ICC showed us mirror: Kamran Akmal
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Pakistan official didn't deserve to be in final, ICC showed us mirror: Kamran Akmal

India Today  

Former Pakistan cricketer Kamran Akmal said that no representative from their country deserved to be in the presentation ceremony during the final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. No one from the Pakistan Cricket Board was present on the podium during the prize distribution ceremony after the final despite them being the hosts of the tournament, which left many surprised. …

Champions Trophy final ceremony controversy escalates as PCB rejects ICC's explanation
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Champions Trophy final ceremony controversy escalates as PCB rejects ICC's explanation

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The Pakistan Cricket Board has dismissed the ICC’s explanation regarding the absence of a PCB representative at the Champions Trophy final presentation ceremony. The Pakistan Cricket Board is unhappy with the International Cricket Council’s reasoning behind not having anyone from Pakistan on the podium during the Champions Trophy 2025 final presentation ceremony. PCB were the main hosts of the tournament …

Hardik Pandya's hilarious answer to Pak journo on why India didn't travel to Pakistan: 'Above my pay grade'
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Hardik Pandya's hilarious answer to Pak journo on why India didn't travel to Pakistan: 'Above my pay grade'

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India made history by winning the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 with a four-wicket victory over New Zealand in Dubai. After the match, Hardik Pandya gave a hilarious response to a Pakistani journalist’s question on why India didn’t travel to Pakistan. Hardik Pandya’s witty reply steals the show After the match, all-rounder Hardik Pandya, known for his cheeky responses, grabbed attention …

Champions Trophy row erupts over Pakistan’s absence at presentation; source says PCB CEO was snubbed
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Champions Trophy row erupts over Pakistan’s absence at presentation; source says PCB CEO was snubbed

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A fresh controversy has erupted over the Champions Trophy 2025 after no Pakistan representative was present at the presentation ceremony after India won the tournament. A massive controversy has broken out over missing Pakistan officials from the Champions Trophy 2025 final presentation ceremony at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. It was also suggested that Champions Trophy tournament director …

Champions Trophy presentation ceremony: Shoaib Akhtar decries lack of Pakistani officials, says ‘feeling very down’
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Champions Trophy presentation ceremony: Shoaib Akhtar decries lack of Pakistani officials, says ‘feeling very down’

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India won the Champions Trophy 2025 by defeating New Zealand at Dubai by 4 wickets. After the match, Indian players were given their customary winners medal and Champions Trophy white coats at the presentation ceremony by ICC officials. Soon after the match, former Pakistan player Shoabi Akhtar pointed out this anomaly in a video posted on X, saying, "India has …

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’

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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 …

Personal attacks, social media digs: Pakistan cricket in turmoil after disastrous Champions Trophy defence
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Personal attacks, social media digs: Pakistan cricket in turmoil after disastrous Champions Trophy defence

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The spotlight isn’t just on the Mohammad Rizwan-led Pakistan cricket team for the underwhelming defence of their Champions Trophy title. AP The Pakistan cricket team had undergone another captaincy and coach change in the latter half of 2024 following a series of disastrous results, including and especially in the T20 World Cup. Champions Trophy 2025: News | Schedule | Results …

Is Dubai advantage the reason behind India's dominance in Champions Trophy? Data from 2023 World Cup proves otherwise
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Is Dubai advantage the reason behind India's dominance in Champions Trophy? Data from 2023 World Cup proves otherwise

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India getting to play all of their matches in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai has led to a heated debate among experts and fans alike. However, the benefit of playing all matches at one venue might not be the reason behind the Men in Blue’s dominant campaign, as travel data from the 2023 World Cup indicates. Two-time winners …

Bear with the bullies: Is criticism of India fair or case of sour grapes?
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Bear with the bullies: Is criticism of India fair or case of sour grapes?

India Today  

The Champions Trophy, returning after an eight-year hiatus, has generated more headlines off the field than on it. We have better things to focus on.” Gavaskar pointed out that India’s contribution to world cricket is unparalleled, particularly in financial terms. The revived Champions Trophy was specifically designed to capitalise on rivalries like India vs Pakistan and Australia vs England -- …

David Miller, David Lloyd criticise India's Dubai advantage before Champions Trophy final: 'It is just nonsense'
3 weeks ago

David Miller, David Lloyd criticise India's Dubai advantage before Champions Trophy final: 'It is just nonsense'

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The controversy over India’s Dubai advantage has resurfaced before the Champions Trophy 2025 final between India and New Zealand. Critics are calling the hybrid format unfair with former England cricketer David Lloyd slamming the travel arrangements as “farcical.” The Champions Trophy 2025 final between India and New Zealand has been overshadowed by growing controversy over the tournament’s hybrid format, with …

Rajeev Shukla’s Pakistan visit amid BCCI’s standoff with PCB during Champions Trophy semis grabs eyeballs: Watch video
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Rajeev Shukla’s Pakistan visit amid BCCI’s standoff with PCB during Champions Trophy semis grabs eyeballs: Watch video

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Amid BCCI's standoff with the Pakistan Cricket Board, Rajeev Shukla visit to the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 second semifinal between South Africa and New Zealand at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Wednesday has grabbed eyeballs. Ever since Pakistan was announced as the host of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, the Indian board had been stern in its stance of …

’Poetic justice’: Harsh Goenka, social media users mock Pakistan as India enter ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

’Poetic justice’: Harsh Goenka, social media users mock Pakistan as India enter ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final

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The skipper Rohit Sharma-led Indian cricket team defeated Steve Smith-led Australia by four wickets in the semifinal of the Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai on Tuesday. Poetic justice?” According to the hybrid formula agreed by Pakistan and ICC, the final will now be played in Dubai instead of the Gaddafi Stadium in Pakistan's Lahore. Here are some social media memes: …

Mohammed Shami breaks silence on India’s Champions Trophy 2025 one-venue debate, pacer says ‘It is a plus point…’
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Mohammed Shami breaks silence on India’s Champions Trophy 2025 one-venue debate, pacer says ‘It is a plus point…’

Live Mint  

Hours after India head coach Gautam Gambhir shut down the debate of India having an 'undue advantage of playing all their Champions Trophy 2025 games in a single venue, veteran pacer Mohammed Shami opined it has been a blessing in disguise for him, personally. Although Pakistan is the host of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, India are playing all their …

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 …

Champions Trophy 2025: India's Dubai advantage raises questions as New Zealand and South Africa react
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: India's Dubai advantage raises questions as New Zealand and South Africa react

Firstpost  

India’s exclusive matches in Dubai have sparked a debate over a possible advantage in the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025. With the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 reaching its crucial knockout stages, the debate over India’s potential advantage in Dubai has taken center stage. Champions Trophy 2025: News | Schedule | Results | Points Table Bracewell downplays venue controversy New Zealand off-spinner …

Pakistan performance review at Champions Trophy: Another ICC event, another dull, dull Pakistan show
1 month ago

Pakistan performance review at Champions Trophy: Another ICC event, another dull, dull Pakistan show

The Hindu  

Pakistan had already crashed out of the Champions Trophy following consecutive defeats against New Zealand and India, but hundreds of fans braved the inclement Rawalpindi weather to come and support the beleaguered national team. Pakistan head coach Aaqib Javed took responsibility for Pakistan’s poor form in the Champions Trophy. | Photo Credit: FAROOQ NAEEM/AFP Though head coach Javed took responsibility …

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: Pakistan, Bangladesh to play for pride to end disappointing campaigns
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan, Bangladesh to play for pride to end disappointing campaigns

The Hindu  

The sun played hide and seek on an otherwise dark and gloomy Wednesday afternoon as Pakistan players got into training ahead of its final group league fixture against Bangladesh. Having already crashed out of the Champions Trophy, it’s pride at stake for both Pakistan and Bangladesh in a dead rubber at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, and as Pakistan head coach …

Team India critics slammed over claims of undue advantage in Champions Trophy 2025: 'Put England at the same venue'
1 month ago

Team India critics slammed over claims of undue advantage in Champions Trophy 2025: 'Put England at the same venue'

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The debate over India’s 2025 Champions Trophy schedule has sparked controversy, with critics alleging an unfair advantage. The debate over India’s fixture schedule for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has sparked controversy, with critics arguing that the Indian team enjoys an undue advantage by playing all its matches in Dubai. Team India critics slammed for manufacturing controversy However, a strong …

A week into ICC Champions Trophy, Pakistan cricket team and PCB remains in spotlight for wrong reasons
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1 month ago

A week into ICC Champions Trophy, Pakistan cricket team and PCB remains in spotlight for wrong reasons

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Not only have hosts and defending champions Pakistan suffered a first-round exit following defeats against New Zealand and India, the Mohsin Naqvi-led PCB continued to face flak for the way they’ve been organising the first ICC event happening in the country since 1996. While the Pakistan cricket team has suffered a first-round exit from the Champions Trophy, the PCB came …

Champions Trophy 2025: Ex-India cricketer slams PCB after Australia-South Africa game in Rawalpindi gets washed out
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1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Ex-India cricketer slams PCB after Australia-South Africa game in Rawalpindi gets washed out

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Tuesday’s Group B clash between Australia and South Africa at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium was called off without a ball bowled, making it the first match in the 2025 Champions Trophy that did not have a result. Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif questioned the Pakistan Cricket Board for not covering the entire playing area at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium during …

Champions Trophy: Dysfunctional Pakistan need counselling, not surgery
1 month ago

Champions Trophy: Dysfunctional Pakistan need counselling, not surgery

India Today  

"Our performance is at its lowest. Improving the team's performance is our biggest challenge," said Mohsin Naqvi after Pakistan lost their group-stage match against India in the T20 World Cup 2024. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table Pakistan's recent loss against India once again puts the focus on their team and the cricket board, who have refused to change …

How brand Team Pakistan is facing fresh trouble after Champions Trophy debacle
1 month ago

How brand Team Pakistan is facing fresh trouble after Champions Trophy debacle

Firstpost  

Pakistan’s early exit from the Champions Trophy 2025 has raised concerns about the team’s brand value and future sponsorship deals. Pakistan’s early exit from the ICC Champions Trophy has not only left fans disappointed but also raised fresh concerns about the brand value of the national cricket team. While the Pakistan Cricket Board may not face immediate financial losses due …

Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan bemoans ‘death of cricket’ after flop
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan bemoans ‘death of cricket’ after flop

The Hindu  

Gloom and demands for wholesale change engulfed cricket-crazy Pakistan on Tuesday after the host crashed out of the Champions Trophy in the group stage, barely a week into celebrating the return of a major tournament. “I feel very despondent with the state of Pakistan cricket,” former captain Rashid Latif told AFP. “Frequent changes in the Pakistan Cricket Board, selection committee …

Champions Trophy 2025: India qualify for semi-final, hosts Pakistan knocked out after New Zealand beat Bangladesh
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: India qualify for semi-final, hosts Pakistan knocked out after New Zealand beat Bangladesh

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India have qualified for the semi-finals of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 after New Zealand defeated Bangladesh. India have secured their place in the semi-finals of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 after New Zealand defeated Bangladesh by five wickets in their Group A clash at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Monday. The International Cricket Council took to social media to …

India vs Pakistan: Here's what Sunil Gavaskar disliked about Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer's 100-run partnership
1 month ago

India vs Pakistan: Here's what Sunil Gavaskar disliked about Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer's 100-run partnership

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Indian superstar Virat Kohli played a brilliant knock to help India register a commanding 6-wicket victory over Pakistan in the 2025 Champions Trophy on Sunday. Kohli’s partnership with Shreyas Iyer was the longest of the match, adding 114 runs off 128 balls to India’s total. Kohli and Iyer criticised by Gavaskar despite 100-run stand During the live commentary on Star …

Wasim Akram exposes everything wrong with Pakistan cricket in fiery rant: 'Enough is enough'
1 month ago

Wasim Akram exposes everything wrong with Pakistan cricket in fiery rant: 'Enough is enough'

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Wasim Akram did not hold back in his scathing criticism of Pakistan cricket team, selectors and board, addressing issues ranging from poor team selection to mismanagement. Wasim Akram calls for drastic changes to Pakistan team Reacting after Pakistan’s loss to India on the DP World Dressing Room show, Akram said the time has come to drop some of the established …

Akram, Younis and Shoaib Akhtar tear into Pakistan team after defeat to India: 'Brainless and clueless management'
1 month ago

Akram, Younis and Shoaib Akhtar tear into Pakistan team after defeat to India: 'Brainless and clueless management'

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Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis and Shoaib Akhtar did not show any mercy on the Pakistan cricket team, selectors or the Pakistan cricket board as they criticized the team selection, management and their cricket after defeat to India in the Champions Trophy 2025. Images: Reuter/Wasim Akram/Shoaib Akhtar on X Legendary Pakistan pace bowling trio of Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis and Shoaib …

Ind v Pak: Brands, official accounts join the fun — Blinkit says ‘sorry, not…’, Delhi police jokes ‘hope those were…’
1 month ago

Ind v Pak: Brands, official accounts join the fun — Blinkit says ‘sorry, not…’, Delhi police jokes ‘hope those were…’

Live Mint  

India v Pakistan: As Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and co, led India to a victory against arch-rivals Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy, memes flooded social media. India triumphed over Pakistan by six wickets, thanks to a stellar performance from Virat Kohli, in a thrilling encounter at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on February …

‘Virat does a Kohli’: Pakistan media reacts as India triumphs over ‘green shirts’ in Champions Trophy clash
1 month ago

‘Virat does a Kohli’: Pakistan media reacts as India triumphs over ‘green shirts’ in Champions Trophy clash

Live Mint  

India versus Pakistan Champion's Trophy 2025: In a thrilling encounter at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, India triumphed over Pakistan by six wickets, thanks to a stellar performance from Virat Kohli. They added a strap to the headline that read: India defeat green shirts by 6 wickets; Kohli gets century; Pakistan needed to set target of at least 270 for …

IND vs PAK: ‘Sports policy is different,’ BJP takes a dig at Congress’s Rashid Alvi for ‘playing the enemy’ remark
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1 month ago

IND vs PAK: ‘Sports policy is different,’ BJP takes a dig at Congress’s Rashid Alvi for ‘playing the enemy’ remark

Live Mint  

IND vs PAK Champion's Trophy 2025: The India versus Pakistan match of the Champion's Trophy, which is currently underway, has already witnessed a lot of unique moments. Recently, BJP leader Praveen Khandelwal slammed Rashid Alvi for his ‘playing the enemy’ comment ahead of the IND vs PAK match in Dubai. “Rashid Alvi probably forgets that diplomacy is different, politics is …

ICC Champion’s Trophy 2025: What is the Indian National anthem and PCB controversy? Why it happened? What did ICC say?
1 month ago

ICC Champion’s Trophy 2025: What is the Indian National anthem and PCB controversy? Why it happened? What did ICC say?

Live Mint  

ICC Champion's Trophy 2025: It has been just a few days that the much anticipated ICC Champion's Trophy 2025 kickstarted, but the Pakistan Cricket Board, and the International Cricket Council are already at loggerheads. Just days after the PCB raised a complaint with the ICC over a broadcasting error during India's opening game against Bangladesh in Dubai, they were left …

IND Vs PAK ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Did PCB ask Pakistan to win ’at any cost’ against India in Dubai?
1 month ago

IND Vs PAK ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Did PCB ask Pakistan to win ’at any cost’ against India in Dubai?

Live Mint  

IND Vs PAK ICC Champions Trophy 2025: With the adrenaline-filled high-intensity match between Rohit Sharma-led Team India and Mohammad Rizwan-led Pakistan is all set to begin in Dubai during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi urged the side to win 'at any cost'. Earlier last night, Naqvi met the Pakistan cricket team at the Dubai …

Champions Trophy 2025: PCB blames ICC for India’s national anthem fiasco, seeks explanation, ‘Hard to understand how…’
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: PCB blames ICC for India’s national anthem fiasco, seeks explanation, ‘Hard to understand how…’

Live Mint  

The Pakistan Cricket Board has blamed the International Cricket Council responsible for the issue concerning India's national anthem, which was played for few seconds before the start of Australia-England Champions Trophy match at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. “The PCB has made it clear that the ICC needs to offer some explanation as their people are responsible for the playlist of …

India beating Pakistan in Pakistan? Shreyas Iyer's classy reply to journalist
1 month ago

India beating Pakistan in Pakistan? Shreyas Iyer's classy reply to journalist

India Today  

Star India batter Shreyas Iyer gave a classy reply to a Pakistan journalist’s clever question after India’s dominating win over their arch-rivals in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday, February 23. Following India’s win, a Pakistani journalist asked Shreyas Iyer if the victory would’ve tasted even better had they played the match in Lahore or Karachi. Champions Trophy: Full …

Champions Trophy: Five Talking Points shaping up India vs Pakistan blockbuster clash
1 month ago

Champions Trophy: Five Talking Points shaping up India vs Pakistan blockbuster clash

India Today  

The stage is set for the two cricket nations to set the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 ablaze with some riveting action as India and Pakistan will lock horns on Sunday, February 23 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Battle of the Two Superstars Over the years, India vs Pakistan game has been seen as a battle between India’s great batting …

PAK vs IND, Champions Trophy 2025: Stage set for Cricket’s El Clasico as India takes on Pakistan
1 month ago

PAK vs IND, Champions Trophy 2025: Stage set for Cricket’s El Clasico as India takes on Pakistan

The Hindu  

There are many fabled sporting rivalries worldwide, be it between clubs or nation-states. On Sunday, the latest instalment of cricket’s ‘El Clasico’ — 136th in ODIs — will get underway at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium when the arch-rivals meet in their second Group-A match of the Champions Trophy. RELATED: India vice-captain Gill refuses to take reeling Pakistan lightly ahead …

PCB demands ICC's explanation after India's national anthem plays before AUS-ENG Champions Trophy 2025 clash
1 month ago

PCB demands ICC's explanation after India's national anthem plays before AUS-ENG Champions Trophy 2025 clash

Firstpost  

The Pakistan Cricket Board has blamed the ICC after India’s national anthem was mistakenly played for a second at the start of the Australia-England Champions Trophy match in Lahore. Lahore: Left red-faced after India’s national anthem played for a fraction of a second at the start of the Australia-England Champions Trophy match here on Saturday, the Pakistan Cricket Board has …

PCB demands ICC's explanation after India's national anthem plays before AUS-ENG Champions Trophy 2025 clash
1 month ago

PCB demands ICC's explanation after India's national anthem plays before AUS-ENG Champions Trophy 2025 clash

Firstpost  

The Pakistan Cricket Board has blamed the ICC after India’s national anthem was mistakenly played for a second at the start of the Australia-England Champions Trophy match in Lahore. Reuters/AP Lahore: Left red-faced after India’s national anthem played for a fraction of a second at the start of the Australia-England Champions Trophy match here on Saturday, the Pakistan Cricket Board …

PAK vs IND, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: India vice-captain Gill refuses to take reeling Pakistan lightly ahead of high-octane clash
1 month ago

PAK vs IND, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: India vice-captain Gill refuses to take reeling Pakistan lightly ahead of high-octane clash

The Hindu  

India vice-captain Subman Gill refused to take Pakistan lightly despite the latter coming into the contest after a 60-run defeat to New Zealand in the first game. “I think they have a good side, and we must bring our ‘A’ game tomorrow.” “I think it is a big match, but I think the biggest match would obviously be the final …

Champions Trophy: PCB demands ICC’s explanation after India’s national anthem plays before Australia-England Champions match
1 month ago

Champions Trophy: PCB demands ICC’s explanation after India’s national anthem plays before Australia-England Champions match

The Hindu  

Left red-faced after India's national anthem played for a fraction of a second at the start of the Australia-England Champions Trophy match in Lahore on Saturday, the Pakistan Cricket Board has blamed the ICC for the fiasco and demanded an explanation from the world body. At the start of the game when the two teams lined up for their national …

Champions Trophy 2025 India vs Pakistan: A battle between India’s batting might and Pakistan’s pace attack
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025 India vs Pakistan: A battle between India’s batting might and Pakistan’s pace attack

The Hindu  

There are many fabled sporting rivalries worldwide, be it between clubs or nation-states. On Sunday, the latest instalment of cricket’s ‘El Classico’ — 136th in ODIs — will get under way at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium when the arch-rivals meet in their second Group-A match of the Champions Trophy. As is often the case in Indo-Pak encounters, this latest …

Passion, politics and patriotism meld as Pakistan and India clash in cricket’s fiercest rivalry
1 month ago

Passion, politics and patriotism meld as Pakistan and India clash in cricket’s fiercest rivalry

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — It is a sports rivalry like no other in the world. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print So-called “cricket diplomacy” has occasionally thawed out relations but that hasn’t been the case under Modi. Ugra said while the fans of the two countries are eager to watch the two nations play …

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