Aaqib Javed appointed Pakistan's white-ball coach until Champions Trophy 2025
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Aaqib Javed appointed Pakistan's white-ball coach until Champions Trophy 2025

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan Cricket Board on Monday evening confirmed the appointment of the former Pakistan pacer Aaqib Javed as the white-ball coach on a interim basis. The cricket board has confirmed that Aaqib Javed will be at the helm of the affairs when it comes to Pakistan white-ball side, until the Champions Trophy 2025, which is slated to be played in Pakistan. Along with being the Pakistan white-ball coach, Aaqib Javed will also continue to remain a senior member of the men’s National Selection Committee. In the lead up to the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Pakistan will also host New Zealand and South Africa for an ODI triangular series from February 8-14.

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ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan’s Fakhar Zaman confident of international comeback
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ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan’s Fakhar Zaman confident of international comeback

The Hindu  

Fakhar Zaman is confident of returning to international cricket after eight months when Pakistan hosts next month’s Champions Trophy. Fakhar hasn’t played international cricket since Pakistan’s first-round exit from the T20 World Cup last June and subsequently missed out on central contract with the Pakistan Cricket Board for the first time in eight years. “People don’t know that after the …

Fakhar Zaman confident of returning for Pakistan at ICC Champions Trophy
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1 day, 17 hours ago

Fakhar Zaman confident of returning for Pakistan at ICC Champions Trophy

Al Jazeera  

The previously out-of-favour opener aims to make his way back into the Pakistan white-ball side as the defending champions host their first ICC event in 29 years. Pakistan’s top-order batter, Fakhar Zaman, is confident of returning to international cricket after eight months when his country hosts the ICC Champions Trophy in February and March. “I was not part of the …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan to fly Saim Ayub to London to get him fit in time for tournament
4 days, 7 hours ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan to fly Saim Ayub to London to get him fit in time for tournament

The Hindu  

The Pakistan Cricket Board has decided to fly injured opening batter Saim Ayub to London in hopes of getting him fit in time for next month’s Champions Trophy. Ayub fractured his right ankle during the first day of the second test against South Africa at Cape Town on Friday and has been ruled out of competitive cricket for at least …

PCB to fly injured Ayub to London for treatment in attempt to get opener fit for Champions Trophy
4 days, 7 hours ago

PCB to fly injured Ayub to London for treatment in attempt to get opener fit for Champions Trophy

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — The Pakistan Cricket Board has decided to fly injured opening batsman Saim Ayub to London in hopes of getting him fit in time for next month’s Champions Trophy. Ayub fractured his right ankle during the first day of the second test against South Africa at Cape Town on Friday and has been ruled out of competitive cricket for …

Mohammad Rizwan, Pakistan Cricket Board chief hail Champions Trophy scheduling; Jay Shah ‘excited’
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Mohammad Rizwan, Pakistan Cricket Board chief hail Champions Trophy scheduling; Jay Shah ‘excited’

The Hindu  

Pakistan white-ball captain Mohammad Rizwan and Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi on Tuesday termed ICC’s decision to hold the Champions Trophy in a hybrid model as a “significant milestone” for the country. “Hosting the Champions Trophy is a significant milestone for Pakistan, highlighting our commitment to promoting cricket at the highest level and showcasing our capabilities as a premier …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule Officially Out! Check Complete List Of Fixtures Inside
2 weeks, 2 days ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule Officially Out! Check Complete List Of Fixtures Inside

ABP News  

Gear up cricket fans! ICC have officially announced the complete schedule for the Champions Tophy 2025, as eight teams will be fighting for the ultimate supremacy. Pakistan and UAE are the co-hosts of the tournament, as India are set to play their matches in UAE after a series of lots of drama that involved various disagreements between BCCI and PCB, …

PCB confirms UAE as neutral venue for India's Champions Trophy 2025 matches
2 weeks, 3 days ago

PCB confirms UAE as neutral venue for India's Champions Trophy 2025 matches

Hindustan Times  

The Pakistan Cricket Board, on Monday, confirmed United Arab Emirates as the neutral venue to host all of India's matches during the 2025 edition of the Champions Trophy, thus officially ending the standoff between PCB and BCCI. India will play their Champions Trophy 2025 matches in UAE India had earlier informed ICC that the Rohit Sharma-led side would not travel …

Champions Trophy host Pakistan confirms UAE as neutral venue for India’s games at cricket tournament
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Champions Trophy host Pakistan confirms UAE as neutral venue for India’s games at cricket tournament

The Hindu  

The Pakistan Cricket Board has chosen the United Arab Emirates as a neutral venue to host India’s games at next year's Champions Trophy following a standoff between the two rivals. Under a hybrid model, the International Cricket Council confirmed on Thursday that all of India’s games will be at a neutral venue, including if the team reaches the semifinals and …

Champions Trophy host Pakistan confirms UAE as neutral venue for India’s games at cricket tournament
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Champions Trophy host Pakistan confirms UAE as neutral venue for India’s games at cricket tournament

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — The Pakistan Cricket Board has chosen the United Arab Emirates as a neutral venue to host India’s games at next year’s Champions Trophy following a standoff between the two rivals. Under a hybrid model, the International Cricket Council confirmed on Thursday that all of India’s games will be at a neutral venue, including if the team reaches the …

Pakistan’s Javed Miandad lauds PCB on negotiations with ICC on hosting CT 2025, says ‘we have sent a clear message… ’
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Pakistan’s Javed Miandad lauds PCB on negotiations with ICC on hosting CT 2025, says ‘we have sent a clear message… ’

Live Mint  

Amid the International Cricket Council ending the deadlock over hosting the Champions Trophy 2025, the long battle between the BCCI and the PCB regarding the hosting rights finally came to a close. Despite a compromise, the Pakistan Cricket Board did earn something of their own, as their teams are also slated to play their matches at neutral venues in tournaments …

PCB missed the chance, India will never come to Pakistan now: Ahmed Shehzad
2 weeks, 6 days ago

PCB missed the chance, India will never come to Pakistan now: Ahmed Shehzad

India Today  

Pakistan batter Ahmed Shehzad feels Pakistan Cricket Board has missed the golden chance of hosting India by agreeing to the hybrid model for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. India don't hold bilateral relations with Pakistan since 2012-13 "I did a podcast where I suggested the idea of building a stadium by the border. India last travelled to Pakistan to play …

Pakistan will not lose face or money with hybrid Champions Trophy: Aakash Chopra
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Pakistan will not lose face or money with hybrid Champions Trophy: Aakash Chopra

India Today  

Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra believes the Pakistan Cricket Board faces neither financial loss nor reputational damage from the International Cricket Council’s hybrid model decision for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. In exchange, Pakistan is exempt from travelling to India for ICC tournaments until 2028, including the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup. The ICC’s statement clarified: “India and Pakistan matches …

India won’t travel to Pakistan to play cricket in the next 3 years, ICC confirms
3 weeks ago

India won’t travel to Pakistan to play cricket in the next 3 years, ICC confirms

Live Mint  

India will be playing their Champions Trophy 2025 matches at a neutral venue, the International Cricket Council confirmed on Thursday. In a statement, the ICC stated that India and Pakistan matches hosted by either country at any ICC event from 2024 to 2027 will be played at a neutral venue. Although neutral venue for India's matches are yet to be …

ICC confirms hybrid model for Champions Trophy, India vs Pakistan matches to be played at neutral venue in 2024-27 cycle
3 weeks ago

ICC confirms hybrid model for Champions Trophy, India vs Pakistan matches to be played at neutral venue in 2024-27 cycle

Hindustan Times  

The ICC Men’s Champions Trophy in 2025 will be played in Pakistan and a neutral venue, the cricketing body announced on Thursday. A still from the Asia Cup held in 2023 The move applies to several upcoming marquee tournaments, including the 2025 Champions Trophy, the 2025 Women’s World Cup in India, and the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup in India …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 to be held in hybrid model
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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 to be held in hybrid model

The Hindu  

The International Cricket Council confirmed on December 19 that the 2025 Champions Trophy will be staged using a hybrid model or at a neutral venue. However, the ICC in a release has now said “India and Pakistan matches hosted by either country at ICC Events during the 2024-2027 rights cycle will be played at a neutral venue.” Political tensions between …

Champions Trophy 2025 impasse likely to end on Saturday as Jay Shah meets PCB: Report
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025 impasse likely to end on Saturday as Jay Shah meets PCB: Report

Firstpost  

The final for Champions Trophy 2025 could be finalised on Saturday as ICC president Jay Shah is expected to virtually meet Pakistan Cricket Board chief Mohsin Naqvi to discuss the hybrid model and schedule. The International Cricket Council is scheduled to hold a virtual meeting with the Pakistan Cricket Board chief Mohsin Naqvi on Saturday where the hybrid model for …

Champions Trophy 2025: ICC, PCB and BCCI agree to hybrid model, Dubai to host India's games | Report
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: ICC, PCB and BCCI agree to hybrid model, Dubai to host India's games | Report

India TV News  

In a major breakthrough, the Pakistan Cricket Board and the Board of Control for Cricket in India reportedly agreed in principle to ICC's request for the hybrid model for the Champions Trophy 2025. According to a report from the PTI, both BCCI and PCB also agreed to a hybrid model for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 in India where …

Champions Trophy 2025: ICC approves hybrid model, Pakistan refuses to travel to India in 2026 - all you need to know
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: ICC approves hybrid model, Pakistan refuses to travel to India in 2026 - all you need to know

Live Mint  

Champions Trophy 2025: The International Cricket Council on December 13 approved the hybrid model for the Champions Trophy 2025, as both the Board of Control for Cricket in India and the Pakistan Cricket Board agreed to host the matches in Pakistan and Dubai, India Today reported. Earlier, on December 4, the BCCI reportedly rejected Pakistan's ‘condition’ for ICC events hosted …

Champions Trophy 2025: ICC approves hybrid model, Pakistan refuses to travel to India in 2026 - all you need to know
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: ICC approves hybrid model, Pakistan refuses to travel to India in 2026 - all you need to know

Live Mint  

Champions Trophy 2025: The International Cricket Council on December 13 approved the hybrid model for the Champions Trophy 2025, as both the Board of Control for Cricket in India and the Pakistan Cricket Board agreed to host the matches in Pakistan and Dubai, India Today reported. Earlier, on December 4, the BCCI reportedly rejected Pakistan's ‘condition’ for ICC events hosted …

After Gary Kirsten, 2003 World Cup-winning Australian resigns as Pakistan head coach midway into SA vs PAK series
3 weeks, 6 days ago

After Gary Kirsten, 2003 World Cup-winning Australian resigns as Pakistan head coach midway into SA vs PAK series

Live Mint  

After Gary Kirsten, Jason Gillespie became the second high-profile name to resign as Pakistan head coach within a span of within a span of a couple of months. The Australian was hired as Pakistan's Test team head coach. It was learnt that Gillespie and Pakistan Cricket Board didn't go well over the review of Tim Nielsen's contract, who came in …

Jason Gillespie resigns as Pakistan red-ball coach
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Jason Gillespie resigns as Pakistan red-ball coach

Deccan Chronicle  

Lahore: Jason Gillespie stepped down from his role as Pakistan's Test team coach and former pacer Aaqib Javed has replaced the Australian for the upcoming two-match series against South Africa, PCB announced on Thursday. Gillespie, whose contract was set to expire in 2026, resigned after the Pakistan Cricket Board didn't review the contract of Tim Nielsen, who was brought in …

Aaqib Javed named Pakistan's interim red-ball coach after Jason Gillespie steps down
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Aaqib Javed named Pakistan's interim red-ball coach after Jason Gillespie steps down

Hindustan Times  

Former Australia cricketer Jason Gillespie resigned as head coach of Pakistan's Test side. The Pakistan Cricket Board named Aaqib Javed as the interim red-ball head coach of the Pakistan men’s cricket team. Pakistan's test team's head coach Jason Gillespie resigns As per ESPNCricinfo, Gillespie was scheduled to leave for South Africa on Friday, however, hours before joining the Test side …

After Gary Kirsten, Jason Gillespie resigns as Pakistan cricket coach
3 weeks, 6 days ago

After Gary Kirsten, Jason Gillespie resigns as Pakistan cricket coach

India Today  

Former Australian cricketer Jason Gillespie has resigned as Pakistan's Test coach, just a month after Gary Kirsten stepped down from his role as the white-ball coach. Gillespie’s resignation comes as a significant blow to the Pakistan Cricket Board, especially with the two-match Test series against South Africa set to commence on December 26. "The Pakistan Cricket Board has named Aqib …

Pakistan cricket: Gillespie quits ahead of South Africa tour; Aqib promoted
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Pakistan cricket: Gillespie quits ahead of South Africa tour; Aqib promoted

Al Jazeera  

Pakistan have appointed Aqib Javed as their interim Test coach following the resignation of Australian Jason Gillespie. Former fast bowler Aqib Javed has been appointed Pakistan’s interim Test coach after Jason Gillespie resigned on Thursday evening, the country’s cricket board said. “Aqib’s first assignment as red-ball head coach will be the Two-match test series against South Africa during the ongoing …

ICC approves hybrid Champions Trophy model, Pakistan won't travel to India in 2026
3 weeks, 6 days ago

ICC approves hybrid Champions Trophy model, Pakistan won't travel to India in 2026

India Today  

The International Cricket Council has approved a hybrid model for the 2025 Champions Trophy, with matches to be hosted in Pakistan and Dubai following an agreement between the PCB and BCCI. Additionally, both boards have reached a consensus on the 2026 T20 World Cup, deciding that Pakistan will not travel to India for the league-stage clash against India, which will …

Jason Gillespie refuses to travel to South Africa for Pakistan's Test series, submits resignation
4 weeks ago

Jason Gillespie refuses to travel to South Africa for Pakistan's Test series, submits resignation

Hindustan Times  

Amid the chaos surrounding the Champions Trophy tournament, where Pakistan Cricket Board are still in a standoff with the International Cricket Council and the Board of Control for Cricket in India, the board, on Thursday, found themselves dealing with another urgent matter as head coach of the Pakistan Test team, Jason Gillespie submitted his resignation. Pakistan head coach Jason Gillespie …

Jason Gillespie quits as Pakistan team's Test coach ahead of South Africa series
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Jason Gillespie quits as Pakistan team's Test coach ahead of South Africa series

India TV News  

Pakistan's Test coach Jason Gillespie has resigned from his position. "The Pakistan Cricket Board has named Aqib Javed as interim red-ball head coach of the Pakistan men’s cricket team following the resignation of red-ball head coach Jason Gillespie," the Pakistan Cricket Board said in a statement. "Aqib’s first assignment as red-ball head-coach will be the two-match Test series against South …

SA vs PAK, 1st T20I: All changed South Africa turns to Pakistan white-ball series a day after Test triumph over Lankans
1 month ago

SA vs PAK, 1st T20I: All changed South Africa turns to Pakistan white-ball series a day after Test triumph over Lankans

The Hindu  

While South Africa’s Test team was on the field against Sri Lanka in Gqeberha, a separate group of players were in Pretoria preparing for a Twenty20 series against Pakistan. It is the first of six white-ball matches—three T20 internationals and three one-day internationals—to be played by Pakistan before it meets South Africa in two Test matches. Only Ryan Rickelton of …

All change as South Africa turn to Pakistan white-ball series
1 month ago

All change as South Africa turn to Pakistan white-ball series

Hindustan Times  

While South Africa's Test team were on the field against Sri Lanka in Gqeberha, a separate group of players were in Pretoria preparing for a Twenty20 series against Pakistan. It is the first of six white-ball matches - three T20 internationals and three one-day internationals - to be played by Pakistan before they meet South Africa in two Test matches. …

Shahid Afridi questions ICC's role in the Champions Trophy stand-off between PCB and BCCI: 'Is it just about money'
1 month ago

Shahid Afridi questions ICC's role in the Champions Trophy stand-off between PCB and BCCI: 'Is it just about money'

Hindustan Times  

The Champions Trophy is slated to be played in Pakistan in February-March 2025 but the International Cricket Council is yet to announce the schedule and venues. Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has now weighed in, on the issue, saying the Pakistan Cricket Board has taken the right stance after India decided against sending its team to Pakistan for the ICC …

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi remains tight-lipped on Champions Trophy 2025 impasse
1 month ago

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi remains tight-lipped on Champions Trophy 2025 impasse

India TV News  

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi decided not to comment much on the Champions Trophy schedule impasse. An ICC meeting was reportedly set to take place on Saturday, December 7, however, Naqvi has stated that the meeting has been postponed. The two boards have reportedly reached an agreement in-principle that the hybrid model for all the ICC events in India …

Champions trophy 2025: Broadcaster warning bolsters BCCI's case in ongoing tussle with PCB
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1 month ago

Champions trophy 2025: Broadcaster warning bolsters BCCI's case in ongoing tussle with PCB

Firstpost  

The final decision over the Champions Trophy 2025 impasse regarding the schedule is yet to be made, but the latest warning from the broadcaster to the ICC has strengthened the BCCI’s case. Amid ongoing uncertainty surrounding the Champions Trophy 2025 schedule, a note from the broadcaster to the International Cricket Council highlights the significant financial impact of excluding the Indian …

Shoaib Akhtar gives Babar Azam ICC Champions Trophy 2025 ultimatum, says ’won’t be considered…’
1 month ago

Shoaib Akhtar gives Babar Azam ICC Champions Trophy 2025 ultimatum, says ’won’t be considered…’

Live Mint  

Former Pakistan captain Shoaib Akhtar stated Babar Azam need to score at least three centuries in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy at home to secure his place in the national team in one-dayers. Ranked top in ODIs among batters ahead of the Indian trio of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill, Babar needs to protect his place in the …

Pakistan rest Afridi for South Africa Tests with eye on Champions Trophy
1 month ago

Pakistan rest Afridi for South Africa Tests with eye on Champions Trophy

Al Jazeera  

Shaheen Afridi’s exclusion from Test squad termed a ‘strategic decision’ in advance of the home ICC event in February-March 2025. Pakistan have omitted leading fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi from their Test squad for the upcoming tour of South Africa as they look to keep him “physically and mentally fresh” for the ICC Champions Trophy, Pakistan Cricket Board selector Aaqib …

Jay Shah begins tenure as ICC Chairman, sets Olympics and women’s cricket as priority
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1 month, 1 week ago

Jay Shah begins tenure as ICC Chairman, sets Olympics and women’s cricket as priority

The Hindu  

A day after resigning as the secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India, Jay Shah has taken over as the chairperson of the International Cricket Council, the sport’s global governing body. While Shah was looking forward to expanding the game’s “reach and evolution on the global stage”, his exit may lead to an interesting six weeks in …

PCB all but gives in to 'hybrid model' for Champions Trophy: 'Whichever formula we go for...'
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1 month, 1 week ago

PCB all but gives in to 'hybrid model' for Champions Trophy: 'Whichever formula we go for...'

Hindustan Times  

With each passing minute, it seems that the Pakistan Cricket Board is giving in to the 'hybrid model' formula for the Champions Trophy. PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi, while speaking to the reporters in Dubai, almost confirmed that the Champions Trophy will be played in a hybrid model. Rohit Sharma and Babar Azam during the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, If …

Champions Trophy: PCB closer to agreeing ‘hybrid model’ in back-channel talks
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1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy: PCB closer to agreeing ‘hybrid model’ in back-channel talks

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: The Pakistan Cricket Board softened its stand, agreeing to discuss a hybrid model to host next year’s ICC Champions Trophy, during back-channel talks in Dubai on Saturday. PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi met with the influential United Arab Emirates Cricket Board general secretary Mubashir Usmani, raising hopes that UAE could be the neutral venue to stage India matches to end …

Champions Trophy 2025: PCB ready to accept hybrid model as chairman Mohsin Naqvi meets UAE cricket secretary in Dubai
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy 2025: PCB ready to accept hybrid model as chairman Mohsin Naqvi meets UAE cricket secretary in Dubai

Firstpost  

The Pakistan Cricket Board is reportedly geared up to accept a hybrid model for the ICC 2025 Champions Trophy and play India in Dubai on one condition. AP The Pakistan Cricket Board is reportedly ready to accept a hybrid model for the 2025 Champions Trophy, but on one condition. According to a report in news agency PTI, the PCB is …

Champions Trophy: PCB wants long-term solution as chances of hybrid model increase
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy: PCB wants long-term solution as chances of hybrid model increase

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Amid the ongoing impasse on the 2025 Champions Trophy, Pakistan Cricket Board chief Mohsin Naqvi spoke to a few reporters after an U19 Asia Cup match between India and Pakistan in Dubai on Saturday. The International Cricket Board executive board met briefly on Friday to finalise the schedule of the Champions Trophy with Naqvi attending the meeting in person. …

India 'Unlikely' To Travel Pakistan For Champions Trophy 2025: MEA
1 month, 1 week ago

India 'Unlikely' To Travel Pakistan For Champions Trophy 2025: MEA

ABP News  

Uncertainty persists over Team India’s participation in the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan, with the issue now drawing attention from India's Ministry of External Affairs. The hosting of ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan remains uncertain after India's decision not to travel to the neighboring country. pic.twitter.com/qRJPYPejZd — ANI November 29, 2024 Reports suggest that the Indian government has denied …

India "unlikely" to travel Pakistan for Champions Trophy 2025: MEA
1 month, 1 week ago

India "unlikely" to travel Pakistan for Champions Trophy 2025: MEA

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : It is "unlikely" that the Indian Cricket team will travel to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy next year due to 'security concerns' there, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday. India "unlikely" to travel Pakistan for Champions Trophy 2025: MEA Due to strained political relations between the two nations, India has not toured Pakistan since …

Champions Trophy 2025: PCB lays conditions for accepting hybrid model amid impasse with India
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy 2025: PCB lays conditions for accepting hybrid model amid impasse with India

The Hindu  

As the International Cricket Council board prepares for its virtual meeting on Friday to discuss the fate of the Champions Trophy, the Pakistan Cricket Board may impose a condition on the proposed hybrid model. India is scheduled to host the Women’s World Cup next year, the Asia Cup in 2025, the men’s T20 World Cup in 2026, and the Champions …

PCB Chairman Criticises 'Unequal' Situation Amid Champions Trophy 2025 Dispute, Hints Pakistan Won’t Travel To India
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1 month, 1 week ago

PCB Chairman Criticises 'Unequal' Situation Amid Champions Trophy 2025 Dispute, Hints Pakistan Won’t Travel To India

ABP News  

Lahore: The PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi has made it clear that it is not possible for Pakistan to travel to India for tournaments in future while India continue to refuse to send the team to the neighbouring nation, a situation he termed “unequal.” The fate of the Champions Trophy hangs in balance after BCCI conveyed to ICC its inability to …

Pakistan determined to host full ICC Champions Trophy despite India impasse
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1 month, 1 week ago

Pakistan determined to host full ICC Champions Trophy despite India impasse

Al Jazeera  

PCB chief says he will ‘make the best decision for Pakistan’ at the ICC board meeting on November 29 to decide the tournament’s fate. Pakistan Cricket Board’s chairman Mohsin Naqvi says he will “make the best decision for Pakistan” at the International Cricket Council’s board meeting, which is expected to make a final call on the hosting rights for the …

Fakhar Zaman in line for Pakistan team return during South Africa tour
1 month, 1 week ago

Fakhar Zaman in line for Pakistan team return during South Africa tour

India Today  

Senior players Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah are in line to make a comeback to the national One-day squad for the South Africa tour. "Fakhar who was dropped for the white-ball series in Australia and Zimbabwe because of a failed fitness test and knee problem has apparently worked on his fitness and is in line …

Amid Champions Trophy standoff, PCB appoints tournament director, reiterates firm hosting stance
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Amid Champions Trophy standoff, PCB appoints tournament director, reiterates firm hosting stance

Firstpost  

The Pakistan Cricket Board has appointed a tournament director for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, even as the standoff over schedule persists. Image: PCB on X While uncertainty continues over the ICC Champions Trophy 2025’s schedule, the Pakistan Cricket Board appointed a new Tournament Director for the upcoming cricket competition and also did not forget to use the occasion to …

PCB appoints Chief Operating Officer for Champions Trophy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

PCB appoints Chief Operating Officer for Champions Trophy

The Hindu  

The Pakistan Cricket Board on Thursday appointed Sumair Ahmad Syed as the Chief Operating Officer of the Champions Trophy even though uncertainty prevails over the organisation of the tournament early next year. READ: If you want to play for India for long, imbibe good habits: Kohli’s mantra for Jaiswal Naqvi, meanwhile, expressed confidence in Syed’s abilities, calling him an “exceptionally …

Pakistan focusing on Champions Trophy: Newly appointed Aaqib Javed outlines goals
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan focusing on Champions Trophy: Newly appointed Aaqib Javed outlines goals

India Today  

Pakistan cricket team are now focusing on Champions Trophy, set to be played early in 2025, said newly appointed white-ball coach Aaqib Javed. "Our main focus at the moment is on ODI cricket ahead of the Champions Trophy," Aaqib Javed said in a press conference ahead of the white-ball tour of Zimbabwe. Pakistan's ODI squad for Zimbabwe: Aamir Jamal, Abdullah …

Coaches are glorified, captain and players are the ones who win matches: Aaqib Javed
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Coaches are glorified, captain and players are the ones who win matches: Aaqib Javed

The Hindu  

Pakistan’s interim white-ball head coach and senior selector, Aaqib Javed, believes the role of a coach in a team’s success is glorified in modern-day cricket and that the captain and players are the ones who bring results. The former Test pacer also rubbished speculations that batting stalwart Babar Azam and some other players were being targeted and eased out of …

PCB appoints Shahid Aslam as Pakistan team’s batting coach
1 month, 3 weeks ago

PCB appoints Shahid Aslam as Pakistan team’s batting coach

The Hindu  

The Pakistan Cricket Board has brought back Shahid Aslam as the batting coach of the national white-ball squads after the players struggled in the recent series in Australia. Aslam, who is a qualified coach, has worked for several years with the Pakistan team in different capacities, including assistant coach, fielding coach and assistant manager. Previously, former Test captain Mohammad Yousuf …

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