Former chairman asks Pakistan Cricket Board to act 'wisely' and avoid 'pushing itself out of ICC': 'Don’t think emotionally'
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Former chairman asks Pakistan Cricket Board to act 'wisely' and avoid 'pushing itself out of ICC': 'Don’t think emotionally'

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The Pakistan Cricket Board is currently engaged in a battle with the Board of Control for Cricket in India over hosting the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy and there’s a danger it could lose the hosting rights and the revenue from it. Considering the financial might Team India commands and the revenue their matches generate, it’s going to be very difficult for the Champions Trophy to be hosted without them, however, Pakistan are reportedly not ready to compromise and host the tournament on a ‘Hybrid Model,’ in fact, some reports have also stated that they can even boycott the tournament if Champions Trophy is hosted outside Pakistan. Najam Sethi, who led PCB last year and was the mastermind behind the Hybrid Model that saw India play their matches in Sri Lanka during the Asia Cup 2023 and not in original hosts Pakistan, feels that Pakistan are now cornered as the International Cricket Council are left with very little options due to BCCI’s refusal to send its teams and PCB’s strong stand. In that case, it could be a hybrid model, with some matches played in Pakistan and India’s matches held elsewhere.” ‘ICC will always side with India’ Sethi noted that moving the Champions Trophy out of Pakistan is an option available to the ICC.

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Top PCB official blames ICC for 'mismanagement' in Champions Trophy final: 'Everyone knows who's involved in it'
6 days, 23 hours ago

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
1 week ago

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 …

PCB claims it will earn USD 10 million as profit by hosting the Champions Trophy 2025
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PCB claims it will earn USD 10 million as profit by hosting the Champions Trophy 2025

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The Pakistan Cricket Board has claimed to have earned approximately USD 10 million in profit from hosting the ICC Champions Trophy, despite reports of financial losses. Image: AP Lahore: The Pakistan Cricket Board on Thursday claimed that it is set to earn approximately USD 10 million as profit by hosting the Champions Trophy, where the Indian team emerged champion. Regarding …

PCB dismisses Indian media's report on '85%' loss in Champions Trophy: 'We expect additional ₹3 billion from ICC'
1 week, 3 days ago

PCB dismisses Indian media's report on '85%' loss in Champions Trophy: 'We expect additional ₹3 billion from ICC'

Hindustan Times  

The Pakistan Cricket Board on Thursday dismissed reports in the Indian media claiming that the board suffered an 85 per cent loss after spending INR 869 crore on the recently concluded Champions Trophy, which was held between February 19 and Match 9. Pakistan Cricket Board hosted Champions Trophy 2025 between February 19 and March 9 Speaking at a press conference, …

Pakistan Cricket Board to be richer by USD 10 million after hosting Champions Trophy
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1 week, 3 days ago

Pakistan Cricket Board to be richer by USD 10 million after hosting Champions Trophy

The Hindu  

The Pakistan Cricket Board on Thursday claimed that it is set to earn approximately USD 10 million as profit by hosting the Champions Trophy, where the Indian team emerged champion. PCB spokesperson, Aamir Mir and Chief Financial Officer Javed Murtaza addressed media following reports that Board had suffered financial losses by hosting the ODI tournament and spending enormous amounts on …

PCB refutes reports of suffering massive financial losses in Champions Trophy 2025
1 week, 4 days ago

PCB refutes reports of suffering massive financial losses in Champions Trophy 2025

India TV News  

PCB refutes reports of suffering massive financial losses in Champions Trophy 2025 Pakistan Cricket Board has refuted reports of suffering losses in Champions Trophy 2025 which they hosted in their country and Dubai with India playing their matches at the latter venue. Pakistan Cricket Board has refuted several reports of the board suffering huge financial losses in the hosting of …

Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan Cricket Board suffers loss of over ₹700 crore after spending ₹869 crore - Report
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Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan Cricket Board suffers loss of over ₹700 crore after spending ₹869 crore - Report

Live Mint  

Pakistan hosted the first global cricket tournament in the last 29 years, the Champions Trophy, from 19 February to 9 March amid much enthusiasm. The Pakistan Cricket Board suffered an 85 per cent loss after spending ₹869 crore to play just one completed home game during the tournament, reported The Telegraph. Led by Mohammad Rizwan, the Pakistan cricket team played …

Champions Trophy losses force Pakistan Cricket Board to slash domestic match fees, remove 5-star hotels for players: Report
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Champions Trophy losses force Pakistan Cricket Board to slash domestic match fees, remove 5-star hotels for players: Report

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The Pakistan Cricket Board, reeling from billions in losses after hosting Champions Trophy, has taken to major cost-cutting measures, including a reduction in domestic match fees and the removal of five-star accommodations for players. Hosting the Champions Trophy 2025 has proved to be a massive financial burden for the Pakistan Cricket Board, with the cricketing body forced to cut down …

PCB suffers 85% loss in Champions Trophy after splurging INR 869 crore for one home game; players face brutal effect
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2 weeks ago

PCB suffers 85% loss in Champions Trophy after splurging INR 869 crore for one home game; players face brutal effect

Hindustan Times  

Champions Trophy 2025 was the first global cricket tournament held in Pakistan in the last 29 years, marking a significant moment in the sport's history in the country. However, it was nothing short of a financial and logistical failure as the Pakistan Cricket Board suffered an 85 per cent loss after spending INR 869 crore for playing just one completed …

Pakistan media accuses BCCI, Team India of misusing power: 'India making a mockery of international tournaments'
2 weeks, 1 day ago

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. …

Explained: How Pakistan Cricket Board is set to recover only a fraction of its expenses for ICC Champions Trophy
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Explained: How Pakistan Cricket Board is set to recover only a fraction of its expenses for ICC Champions Trophy

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The Pakistan Cricket Board had spent a massive 14 billion PKR in order to renovate the three venues in Lahore, Karachi and Rawalpindi for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, but will recover only a fraction of that amount at the end of the tournament. The Mohsin Naqvi-led Pakistan Cricket Board had taken an overdraft in February for its expenses pertaining …

Shahid Afridi has his personal agendas: Ex-PCB chief blasts Pakistan great, strikes down ICC for 'totally wrong' conduct
2 weeks, 2 days ago

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 …

Amid Pakistan-ICC battle over Champions Trophy presentation, global body sends 'thank you' note to PCB
2 weeks, 4 days 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 …

'Pakistan cricket is a jungle, its own worst enemy': Mickey Arthur loves Gillespie-Aaqib drama as feud out in public
2 weeks, 5 days ago

'Pakistan cricket is a jungle, its own worst enemy': Mickey Arthur loves Gillespie-Aaqib drama as feud out in public

Hindustan Times  

As always, there's no shortage of entertainment in Pakistan cricket. Mickey Arthur served as Pakistan coach from 2016 to 2019 Gillespie, along with Gary Kirsten were appointed by the PCB for their respective positions in April of 2024, but both shockingly left for reasons unknown. Arthur explains all that's wrong with Pakistan cricket Arthur, like many, felt PCB had nailed …

'Pakistan cricket is in ICU': Shahid Afridi goes no-holds-barred after Champions Trophy disaster, hammers PCB
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2 weeks, 5 days 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
2 weeks, 5 days ago

'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
2 weeks, 5 days ago

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. …

Pakistan domestic players' match fees slashed, facilities reduced even as PCB officials earn millions: Report
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Pakistan domestic players' match fees slashed, facilities reduced even as PCB officials earn millions: Report

Hindustan Times  

The Pakistan Cricket Board is reportedly slashing match fees of players in domestic cricket and reducing facilities. The PCB had recently spent billions of rupees for renovating stadiums in Lahore, Karachi and Rawalpindi for the 2025 Champions Trophy. According to a PTI report, the PCB has reduced the match fees of cricketers participating in the upcoming National T20 Championship from …

New twist: ICC reveals why nobody from Pakistan came to Champions Trophy ceremony, ‘They should have…’
2 weeks, 6 days ago

New twist: ICC reveals why nobody from Pakistan came to Champions Trophy ceremony, ‘They should have…’

Live Mint  

India won the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, defeating New Zealand by four wickets. However, the closing ceremony sparked controversy when no representatives from the host nation, Pakistan, were present on stage to hand out medals or jackets. During the ceremony, former Pakistan cricket player Shoaib Akhtar questioned the absence of Pakistan Cricket Board officials. The ICC responded, clarifying that only …

Champions Trophy final ceremony controversy escalates as PCB rejects ICC's explanation
2 weeks, 6 days ago

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 …

Pakistan appalled by trophy ceremony snub, seeks formal clarification from ICC
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Pakistan appalled by trophy ceremony snub, seeks formal clarification from ICC

India Today  

The Pakistan Cricket Board is unlikely to receive any "formal clarification" from the ICC on the perceived snub during the closing ceremony of the Champions Trophy in Dubai. The controversy erupted when Sumair Ahmed, who is chief operating officer of the PCB and was the tournament director of the Champions Trophy, was not invited on stage for the final presentation. …

Rohit Sharma misses out, ICC announces Champions Trophy 2025 team of the tournament
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Rohit Sharma misses out, ICC announces Champions Trophy 2025 team of the tournament

India TV News  

Rohit Sharma misses out, ICC announces Champions Trophy 2025 team of the tournament The ICC took centre stage and announced the team of the tournament after the conclusion of the Champions Trophy 2025. With the conclusion of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, the ICC took centre stage and announced their team for the tournament. It is interesting to note that …

Explained: Why was no Pakistan official present at Champions Trophy 2025 final presentation ceremony?
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3 weeks ago

Explained: Why was no Pakistan official present at Champions Trophy 2025 final presentation ceremony?

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A controversy has emerged over the absence of a Pakistan Cricket Board representative at the Champions Trophy 2025 final presentation ceremony in Dubai. The Champions Trophy 2025 final presentation ceremony included a long list of guests, including ICC chairman Jay Shah, BCCI president Roger Binny, secretary Devajit Saikia and New Zealand Cricket director Roger Twose. As per a report in …

PCB to register protest with ICC for ignoring representative in CT closing ceremony
3 weeks ago

PCB to register protest with ICC for ignoring representative in CT closing ceremony

Hindustan Times  

Lahore, The Pakistan Cricket Board is set to register its protest with the ICC for ignoring its CEO and Champions Trophy tournament director Sumair Ahmed Syed during the event's closing ceremony in Dubai. PCB to register protest with ICC for ignoring representative in CT closing ceremony A source in the PCB said on Monday that chairman Mohsin Naqvi was not …

Wasim Akram shocked, PCB furious as ICC brutally ignores Pakistan in Champions Trophy ceremony
3 weeks ago

Wasim Akram shocked, PCB furious as ICC brutally ignores Pakistan in Champions Trophy ceremony

Hindustan Times  

Contrary to the reaction from Pakistan legend Shoaib Akhtar, who questioned the absence of a Pakistan Cricket Board representative during the Champions Trophy presentation ceremony, the PCB did send an official for the closing ceremony in Dubai, but was brutally ignored by the ICC, leaving the Pakistani board furious. Wasim Akram shocked at no PCB representative during Champions Trophy closing …

Champions Trophy 2025 ends in another fresh controversy over PCB’s absence at presentation; here’s what report says
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3 weeks ago

Champions Trophy 2025 ends in another fresh controversy over PCB’s absence at presentation; here’s what report says

Live Mint  

The absence of Pakistan Cricket Board's at the final presentation ceremony of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, drew another fresh controversy on Sunday in Dubai. Pakistan was the host of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 but India played all their matches in Dubai after the BCCI's refusal to send its team across border due to security reasons. “PCB chairman Mohsin …

Wasim Akram, Shoaib Akhtar question Pakistan’s absence at Champions Trophy final presentation: ‘It looked odd'
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3 weeks ago

Wasim Akram, Shoaib Akhtar question Pakistan’s absence at Champions Trophy final presentation: ‘It looked odd'

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Former Pakistan cricketers Wasim Akram and Shoaib Akhtar have questioned the absence of a Pakistan official during the Champions Trophy 2025 final presentation ceremony. Pakistan cricket greats Wasim Akram and Shoaib Akhtar were taken aback by the absence of a Pakistan official at the Champions Trophy 2025 presentation ceremony at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. Wasim, Shoaib question …

Shoaib Akhtar Questions Absence Of PCB Officials At Champions Trophy Final Trophy Presentation: WATCH
3 weeks ago

Shoaib Akhtar Questions Absence Of PCB Officials At Champions Trophy Final Trophy Presentation: WATCH

ABP News  

Former Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Akhtar expressed surprise and disappointment over the absence of any Pakistan Cricket Board representative during the trophy presentation ceremony following India’s ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final win at the Dubai International Stadium on March 9. In a video uploaded on his official X, Akhtar expressed disappointment over the absence of any Pakistan Cricket Board representative during …

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

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final: Why was there no Pakistan represenation in post-match ceremony?
3 weeks ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final: Why was there no Pakistan represenation in post-match ceremony?

The Hindu  

The absence of Pakistan Cricket Board officials from the post-match presentation ceremony after the final of the Champions Trophy 2025, in Dubai on Sunday, raised a few eyebrows. India’s captain Rohit Sharma receives the winners trophy from ICC Chairman Jay Shah during the presentation ceremony of the ICC Champions Trophy. | Photo Credit: AP Several former Pakistan cricketers, including Shoaib …

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

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

Live Mint  

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 …

No Pakistan representative in Dubai? Shoaib Akhtar upset over 'odd' trophy ceremony
3 weeks ago

No Pakistan representative in Dubai? Shoaib Akhtar upset over 'odd' trophy ceremony

India Today  

Legendary fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar expressed his disappointment over the absence of a Pakistan representative at the Champions Trophy presentation ceremony on Sunday in Dubai. Akhtar stated that a representative from the Pakistan Cricket Board should have been present to hand over the trophy to India, who defeated New Zealand in a thrilling final. Speaking in a video on X, …

Controversy erupts over PCB officials' absence at CT presentation ceremony
3 weeks ago

Controversy erupts over PCB officials' absence at CT presentation ceremony

New Indian Express  

KARACHI: A controversy erupted on Sunday over the failure of the ICC to invite a Pakistan Cricket Board official on stage for the closing ceremony of the Champions Trophy in Dubai. A source said that the PCB's chief executive officer Sumair Ahmed, who is also the director of the tournament, was present at the venue but was not invited for …

Why Pakistan representatives were missing from Champions Trophy closing ceremony
3 weeks ago

Why Pakistan representatives were missing from Champions Trophy closing ceremony

India Today  

The reason why Pakistan representatives were missing from the ICC Champions Trophy closing ceremony has now been revealed. The ICC spokesperson stated that only PCB office bearers could attend the ceremony and no one was present in Dubai for the event. Champions Trophy Final: Scorecard | Highlights PCB CEO was present in Dubai: Report According to the latest report from …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: ‘Why was no PCB official present at post-match ceremony after final?’ Shoaib Akhtar questions
3 weeks ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: ‘Why was no PCB official present at post-match ceremony after final?’ Shoaib Akhtar questions

The Hindu  

Former Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Akhtar questioned the absence of Pakistan Cricket Board officials from the post-match presentation ceremony after the final of the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai on Sunday. “India has won the Champions Trophy but I noticed there was no representative from the PCB after the final. ?#championstrophy2025pic.twitter.com/CPIUgevFj9 — Shoaib Akhtar March 9, 2025 BCCI president Roger Binny …

Personal attacks, social media digs: Pakistan cricket in turmoil after disastrous Champions Trophy defence
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3 weeks, 2 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 …

New Captain Incoming? Rohit Sharma's Fate After Champions Trophy Final
3 weeks, 3 days ago

New Captain Incoming? Rohit Sharma's Fate After Champions Trophy Final

ABP News  

Rohit Sharma has already made history by leading Team India to the Champions Trophy 2025 final, becoming the only captain to guide his team to the title match of every ICC event. Reports suggest that the outcome of Sunday's IND vs NZ CT 2025 final could play a key role in determining his future as India's ODI captain. A senior …

ICC official praises Pakistan’s successful hosting of Champions Trophy 2025: ‘This will present a positive image’
3 weeks, 3 days ago

ICC official praises Pakistan’s successful hosting of Champions Trophy 2025: ‘This will present a positive image’

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An ICC security official has lauded Pakistan for successfully hosting the Champions Trophy 2025, stating that the tournament has helped showcase a positive image of the country. Champions Trophy 2025 is the first ICC tournament Pakistan is hosting since 1996 World Cup. Image: Reuters Pakistan’s arrangements for the Champions Trophy 2025 have been praised by International Cricket Council Safety and …

Champions Trophy final set to decide Rohit Sharma’s cricketing future; Virat Kohli not a worry: Report
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Champions Trophy final set to decide Rohit Sharma’s cricketing future; Virat Kohli not a worry: Report

Live Mint  

Rohit Sharma has led his team finely going throughout the Champions Trophy and has taken them to the final of marquee event. However, with age catching up the veteran batter and only two years left to go for the ODI World Cup, a major decision could be made by the BCCI regarding Rohit's captaincy based on the outcome of Champions …

India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy tie breaks viewership records, beats World Cup 2023
3 weeks, 3 days ago

India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy tie breaks viewership records, beats World Cup 2023

India Today  

The highly anticipated India vs Pakistan encounter in the Champions Trophy 2025 has set new television viewership records, reaffirming its status as one of cricket's biggest rivalries. The match, played on February 23 in Dubai, was watched by an unprecedented 20.6 crore viewers on TV, making it the second most-watched cricket match in Broadcast Audience Research Council history, excluding World …

Bear with the bullies: Is criticism of India fair or case of sour grapes?
3 weeks, 3 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 -- …

Pakistan team are flop, but how did the cricketing nation fare in Champions Trophy?
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Pakistan team are flop, but how did the cricketing nation fare in Champions Trophy?

India Today  

The Champions Trophy 2025 is officially out of Pakistan. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage However, that did not turn out to be true, as Pakistan crashed out of the tournament without winning a single game. They were renovating all three of their venues, a massive task undertaken by the Pakistan Cricket Board ahead of the tournament. They got it in writing …

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, 4 days ago

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

Live Mint  

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 …

Champions Trophy 2025: A no-show from Pakistan and its fans for semifinal at Gaddafi Stadium
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: A no-show from Pakistan and its fans for semifinal at Gaddafi Stadium

The Hindu  

The Liberty Chowk usually remains the hub of activities every time the Gaddafi Stadium hosts a cricket match. As one waited near one of the gates, awaiting regular security checks, a passerby wondered whether there was a game scheduled at the iconic stadium. “ Aaj kaun si match hai,” the elderly gentleman asked, adding with a wry smile, “Pakistan toh …

’Poetic justice’: Harsh Goenka, social media users mock Pakistan as India enter ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

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

Live Mint  

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, 5 days 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 …

Champions Trophy 2025: Klaasen brushes off South Africa’s travel woes ahead of semifinal
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Klaasen brushes off South Africa’s travel woes ahead of semifinal

The Hindu  

South Africa should have no ill effects from its whistlestop and pointless 18-hour trip to Dubai as it prepares to face New Zealand in Lahore in Wednesday’s second semifinal of the Champions Trophy, according to batter Heinrich Klaasen. South Africa and Australia both flew to the United Arab Emirates as they awaited the result of the final Group A game …

Pakistan to host another ICC event after Champions Trophy 2025, dates and venues to be confirmed soon
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Pakistan to host another ICC event after Champions Trophy 2025, dates and venues to be confirmed soon

Firstpost  

Pakistan is set to host a major international cricket tournament after the Champions Trophy 2025. Image: PCB Karachi: Pakistan will be the venue for the six-team Women’s 50-overs World Cup qualifiers later this month after being confirmed as the hosts for another ICC tournament. “It is a big boost for us that soon after the Champions Trophy we are getting …

PCB confirms ticket refunds for PAK vs BAN, AUS vs SA washed-out Champions Trophy matches
4 weeks, 1 day ago

PCB confirms ticket refunds for PAK vs BAN, AUS vs SA washed-out Champions Trophy matches

Hindustan Times  

With rain having played a role in several matches through the duration of the ICC Champions Trophy, the Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed that the two full washouts in Rawalpindi will see the spectators who had purchased tickets receive full refunds. Pakistan's last Champions Trophy group match with Bangladesh on February 27, was abandoned without a ball being bowled in Rawalpindi. …

Pakistan fans lose interest in Champions Trophy after team's early exit: Report
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Pakistan fans lose interest in Champions Trophy after team's early exit: Report

India Today  

Pakistani cricket fans have more or less lost interest in the ICC Champions Trophy after the early exit of their team from the competition and the onset of Ramadan. But Jamil said the work to provide state-level security for the teams, officials, media and fans had begun before the commencement of the mega event because of the three-nation tournament involving …

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