Champions Trophy: NZ won't rush Rachin Ravindra's recovery for Pakistan opener
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy: NZ won't rush Rachin Ravindra's recovery for Pakistan opener

India Today  

New Zealand wicketkeeper Tom Latham confirmed that the BlackCaps will not rush Rachin Ravindra's recovery ahead of their Champions Trophy opener against Pakistan on Wednesday, 19 February. Ravindra suffered a cut to his head after being struck by a ball while fielding in the deep during New Zealand's match against Pakistan in Lahore. NO KYLE JAMIESON FOR OPENER Adding to New Zealand's concerns, former champions will also be without Lockie Ferguson, who was ruled out on Tuesday due to injury. New Zealand have enjoyed recent success against Pakistan and also boast a strong record against them in the Champions Trophy, having won all three of their previous meeting Published By: Akshay Ramesh Published On: Feb 18, 2025

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New Zealand squad for T20Is against Pakistan: Bracewell named captain as several Kiwi stars skip series due to IPL
2 weeks, 2 days ago

New Zealand squad for T20Is against Pakistan: Bracewell named captain as several Kiwi stars skip series due to IPL

The Hindu  

Michael Bracewell will captain New Zealand for the first time on home soil when it meets Pakistan in a five-game T20 series, leading a squad named on Tuesday missing several key players because of the Indian Premier League. But a host of top names are not available due to IPL commitments, including regular skipper Mitchell Santner, along with Devon Conway, …

Big blow for New Zealand ahead of Champions Trophy Final; pacer Matt Henry unlikely to make the XI
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Big blow for New Zealand ahead of Champions Trophy Final; pacer Matt Henry unlikely to make the XI

Live Mint  

New Zealand could be in for a massive setback heading into the finals of Champions Trophy 2025 as they could lose the services of the tournament's highest wicket-taker, Matt Henry. Speaking to the media ahead on Friday, Kiwi head coach Gary Stead said, “I guess the positive thing from our perspective is he got back out there to bowl,” “We’ve …

Champions Trophy 2025, NZ vs SA semifinal: Rachin, Williamson smash tons as Kiwis storm into final
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Champions Trophy 2025, NZ vs SA semifinal: Rachin, Williamson smash tons as Kiwis storm into final

The Hindu  

Rachin Ravindra and Kane Williamson made optimum use of the conditions that have been quite familiar to them in the recent times, and scored effortless centuries as New Zealand stormed into the final of the Champions Trophy, defeating South Africa by 50 runs. At the Gaddafi Stadium here on Wednesday, an unchanged New Zealand opted to bat and rode on …

Champions Trophy 2025: Arshdeep Singh to replace Mohammed Shami for New Zealand match? Here’s what we know
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Arshdeep Singh to replace Mohammed Shami for New Zealand match? Here’s what we know

Live Mint  

India play their final league match of the Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday when they take on New Zealand at the Dubai International Stadium. Ahead of the start of the India-New Zealand clash in Dubai, reports have suggested that veteran Indian pacer Mohammed Shami, who did not prove effective in the India-Pakistan game, could be rested for the upcoming match. …

Champions Trophy: New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell fit to face India
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Champions Trophy: New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell fit to face India

The Hindu  

Stalwart top-order batsman Daryl Mitchell has declared himself fit to face India in New Zealand's final Champions Trophy group match after missing the win over Bangladesh on Monday because of illness. The Black Caps and India are both unbeaten and already assured of a spot in the last four ahead of Sunday's Dubai clash, which will decide which side tops …

Champions Trophy: India set to face New Zealand as both sides eye top spot in group stage
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Champions Trophy: India set to face New Zealand as both sides eye top spot in group stage

The Hindu  

The Champions Trophy format is designed to ensure that every game is important, and even a single loss in a three-match league stage can potentially mean a first-round exit. India and New Zealand, having already booked their semifinal berths early last week, will play in the final league encounter on Sunday at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in what is …

Champions Trophy 2025: Will India rest Rohit Sharma for New Zealand match?
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Will India rest Rohit Sharma for New Zealand match?

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Rohit Sharma opted against an intense training session on Wednesday, raising speculations that the Indian cricket team captain could miss the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 match against New Zealand. Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma it seems is still to recover from the hamstring issue he suffered against Pakistan in their Champions Trophy 2025 Group A encounter. The Indian Express …

Champions Trophy 2025: Jos Buttler admits England captaincy at stake during do-or-die clash against Afghanistan
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Jos Buttler admits England captaincy at stake during do-or-die clash against Afghanistan

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England captain Jos Buttler has admitted that his captaincy could be at stake as his team faces a must-win clash against Afghanistan in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. England skipper Jos Buttler has acknowledged that his captaincy could be on the line as his team faces a must-win clash against Afghanistan in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Wednesday. Champions …

Champions Trophy 2025: New Zealand battle-ready after ‘tough’ Pakistan leg, says coach Stead
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: New Zealand battle-ready after ‘tough’ Pakistan leg, says coach Stead

The Hindu  

New Zealand coach Gary Stead on Tuesday said the team is raring to go in its next set of Champions Trophy matches after having aced pressure moments in the first two wins. “It’s always good when you’re put under pressure, especially when you come out the right side of it,” Stead said in an arrival video in the United Arab …

Champions Trophy 2025: “Cool to come back and enjoy my cricket again,” says Ravindra after century against BAN
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: “Cool to come back and enjoy my cricket again,” says Ravindra after century against BAN

The Hindu  

When Rachin Ravindra was struck by the ball on his forehead a fortnight ago, during the tri-series in Lahore, there were doubts over his availability for the Champions Trophy. Things like that don’t really happen too often,” Ravindra said. “I’m very grateful to have a great support crew around me, and I’m extremely grateful for the love and support of …

From freak injury to Champions Trophy 100: Rachin Ravindra reflects on comeback
1 month ago

From freak injury to Champions Trophy 100: Rachin Ravindra reflects on comeback

India Today  

New Zealand batter Rachin Ravindra expressed gratitude towards the team’s support staff, including coaches, doctors, and physios, as well as his family, for playing a key role in his comeback from injury. Ravindra’s brilliant knock ensured New Zealand’s smooth passage into the semi-finals with a comfortable victory. I'm very grateful to have a great support crew around me in terms …

Champions Trophy 2025: Ravindra century guides New Zealand into semifinals as Bangladesh bows out
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1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Ravindra century guides New Zealand into semifinals as Bangladesh bows out

The Hindu  

A large number of spectators turned up at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Monday, hoping for Bangladesh to pull off a stunner against New Zealand and keep Pakistan alive in the Champions Trophy semifinals race. After putting up a modest 236 for 9, it was a promising start by Bangladesh fast bowlers Taskin Ahmed and Nahid Rana, dismissing Will Young …

NZ vs BAN: Rachin Ravindra recovers from nasty blow, makes Champions Trophy debut
1 month ago

NZ vs BAN: Rachin Ravindra recovers from nasty blow, makes Champions Trophy debut

India Today  

In a major relief for New Zealand cricket fans, rising star Rachin Ravindra has returned to action weeks after surviving a nasty blow to his forehead while fielding. The Chennai Super Kings star was named in the New Zealand XI for their second Group A match of the Champions Trophy 2025 against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi on Monday, February 24. NZ …

Champions Trophy 2025: New Zealand looks to secure semifinal spot, takes on Bangladesh
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1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: New Zealand looks to secure semifinal spot, takes on Bangladesh

The Hindu  

New Zealand and Bangladesh will head into Monday’s Champions Trophy fixture with contrasting fortunes. With the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium likely to aid the batters, with a bit of help for fast bowlers early on, New Zealand will bank on Tom Latham and Will Young, who scored centuries in the campaign starter against Pakistan to get going. Despite Towhid Hridoy scoring …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Jamie Smith back at No. 3 as England rejig batting order for Australia clash
1 month ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Jamie Smith back at No. 3 as England rejig batting order for Australia clash

The Hindu  

Jamie Smith will return from injury to keep wicket and bat at number three in England's Champions Trophy opener against Australia in Lahore on Saturday. Phil Salt, who stood in as wicketkeeper in India, loses the gloves but retains his spot in the opening partnership alongside Ben Duckett with Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler and Liam Livingstone shuffling down …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: England recalls Jamie Smith for Australia clash
1 month ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: England recalls Jamie Smith for Australia clash

The Hindu  

Jamie Smith will return from injury to keep wicket and bat at number three in England’s Champions Trophy opener against Australia in Lahore on Saturday. Phil Salt, who stood in as wicketkeeper in India, loses the gloves but retains his spot in the opening partnership alongside Ben Duckett with Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler and Liam Livingstone shuffling down …

After missing Champions Trophy, Pat Cummins targets IPL 2025 return
1 month ago

After missing Champions Trophy, Pat Cummins targets IPL 2025 return

India Today  

Australian skipper Pat Cummins has revealed his plans to make a comeback in time for the upcoming Indian Premier League 2025 after being sidelined from the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy due to an ankle injury. Australia have faced significant injury setbacks leading up to the Champions Trophy, with several key players missing out. Despite concerns regarding his availability, Cummins was …

Champions Trophy 2025: Rohit says he might take Axar out for dinner after denying spinner hat-trick against Bangladesh
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Rohit says he might take Axar out for dinner after denying spinner hat-trick against Bangladesh

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India left-arm spinner Axar Patel was denied a hat-trick in the 10th over of Bangladesh’s innings during their Champions Trophy Group A match in Dubai after skipper Rohit Sharma spilled a regulation catch at slip. Rohit Sharma says he might take Axar Patel out for dinner after India's victory over Bangladesh in their Champions Trophy Group A match in Dubai. …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: I don’t know how I got into Pakistan team for CT, says Khushdil
1 month, 1 week ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: I don’t know how I got into Pakistan team for CT, says Khushdil

The Hindu  

Pakistan all-rounder Khushdil Shah is surprised that he has been picked for the Champions Trophy despite dishing out ordinary performances, saying he himself doesn’t know “how I got into the team”. Khushdil, a middle-order left-hand batter, scored a stroke-filled 69 off 49 deliveries but his efforts went in vain as Pakistan lost the Champions Trophy opener to New Zealand by …

Fakhar Zaman ruled out of Champions Trophy 2025 before Pakistan vs India
1 month, 1 week ago

Fakhar Zaman ruled out of Champions Trophy 2025 before Pakistan vs India

India Today  

Pakistan opener Fakhar Zaman has been ruled out of the Champions Trophy 2025. The southpaw sustained the injury while fielding during Pakistan's opening match against New Zealand at the National Stadium in Karachi on Wednesday, February 19. Fakhar sustained the injury as early as the first over of the match after Pakistan won the toss and opted to field in …

Fakhar Zaman ruled out of Champions Trophy 2025 before Pakistan vs India
1 month, 1 week ago

Fakhar Zaman ruled out of Champions Trophy 2025 before Pakistan vs India

India Today  

Pakistan opener Fakhar Zaman has been ruled out of the Champions Trophy 2025. The southpaw sustained the injury while fielding during Pakistan's opening match against New Zealand at the National Stadium in Karachi on Wednesday, February 19. Fakhar sustained the injury as early as the first over of the match after Pakistan won the toss and opted to field in …

PAK vs NZ, Champions Trophy 2025: Santner praises centurions Young, Latham after New Zealand beats Pakistan
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1 month, 1 week ago

PAK vs NZ, Champions Trophy 2025: Santner praises centurions Young, Latham after New Zealand beats Pakistan

The Hindu  

New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner praised centurions Will Young and Tom Latham for helping the team post an above-par total of 320 for five against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy opener here on Wednesday. RELATED: New Zealand beats Pakistan by 60 runs in Champions Trophy 2025 opener After posting 320 for five, New Zealand put the squeeze on Pakistan batters …

Champions Trophy 2025: New Zealand dominate Pakistan to win tournament opener by 60 runs
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy 2025: New Zealand dominate Pakistan to win tournament opener by 60 runs

Firstpost  

Will Young and Tom Latham’s centuries powered New Zealand to a 60-run win over Pakistan in the Champions Trophy 2025 opener. Karachi: Will Young and Tom Latham struck fine hundreds as New Zealand maintained their recent dominance over hosts Pakistan with an emphatic 60-run win in the Champions Trophy opener here on Wednesday. Glenn Phillips’ 39-ball 61 also went a …

Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan dealt blow as Fakhar Zaman suffers injury in opener
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan dealt blow as Fakhar Zaman suffers injury in opener

India Today  

Pakistan have been dealt a big blow as opener Fakhar Zaman suffered an unfortunate injury during the opening match of the Champions Trophy 2025 in Karachi on Wednesday, February 19. However, the New Zealand opener was able to play a cover drive from Shaheen's second delivery which was a little outside off. Pakistan vs New Zealand live updates Disaster for …

Champions Trophy 2025: New Zealand fast bowler Lockie Ferguson to miss the tournament with a foot injury
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy 2025: New Zealand fast bowler Lockie Ferguson to miss the tournament with a foot injury

The Hindu  

New Zealand has had another setback ahead of the International Cricket Council's Champions Trophy in Pakistan, losing fast bowler Lockie Ferguson to a foot injury. “We’re really disappointed for Lockie,” New Zealand coach Gary Stead said. “Lockie is a key part of the bowling group and brings a lot of major tournament experience and we know how much he was …

Champions Trophy 2025: Strengths, Weaknesses & X-Factors – New Zealand Full Preview
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Strengths, Weaknesses & X-Factors – New Zealand Full Preview

The Hindu  

New Zealand’s change of guard in One-Day Internationals had a lacklustre initiation with a 0-2 series loss to Sri Lanka in November, but the pieces are falling into place for the Kiwis as they head into the ICC Champions Trophy. Whether New Zealand can sustain this approach in the ICC Champions Trophy will depend on Glenn Phillips and Michael Bracewell …

Champions Trophy 2025: Lockie Ferguson ruled out; New Zealand names Jamieson as replacement
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Lockie Ferguson ruled out; New Zealand names Jamieson as replacement

The Hindu  

New Zealand pacer Lockie Ferguson was ruled out of the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 due to a foot injury, announced the team on Tuesday. Ferguson suffered the injury during an informal warm-up match against Afghanistan in Karachi on Sunday and an initial medical assessment indicated he would not be fit enough to take part in the entire tournament. Lockie is …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: New Zealand lose Lockie Ferguson ahead Pakistan opener, Kyle Jamieson replaces Kiwi pacer
1 month, 1 week ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: New Zealand lose Lockie Ferguson ahead Pakistan opener, Kyle Jamieson replaces Kiwi pacer

Live Mint  

Just a day before their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 opener, New Zealand suffered a huge blow as star pacer Lockie Ferguson was ruled out of the tournament due to an injury on his right foot. Upon thorough consultation, the New Zealand Cricket medical stated that Lockie Ferguson won't be able to get fit enough on time to take part in …

Champions Trophy: New Zealand name Kyle Jamieson as Lockie Ferguson's replacement
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy: New Zealand name Kyle Jamieson as Lockie Ferguson's replacement

India Today  

New Zealand’s injury concerns continue to mount ahead of the highly anticipated Champions Trophy, as star pacer Lockie Ferguson has been ruled out of the tournament. With the tournament set to begin on February 19, New Zealand head coach Gary Stead and captain Mitchell Santner will now have to adjust their plans without one of their most experienced all-rounders. Despite …

New Zealand makes late change in Champions Trophy 2025 squad: Jacob Duffy replaces Ben Sears
1 month, 1 week ago

New Zealand makes late change in Champions Trophy 2025 squad: Jacob Duffy replaces Ben Sears

The Hindu  

New Zealand was forced to make a late change in its ICC Champions Trophy 2025 squad after Ben Sears was ruled out of the tournament due to a hamstring injury. The Kiwis have made a like-for-like replacement, bringing fast bowler Jacob Duffy into the squad at the eleventh hour. Sears felt discomfort during Blackcaps’ first training session in Karachi ahead …

Rachin Ravindra back at training after hit in face by ball; unlikely to play Champions Trophy opener against Pakistan
1 month, 1 week ago

Rachin Ravindra back at training after hit in face by ball; unlikely to play Champions Trophy opener against Pakistan

The Hindu  

New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra has eased back into training after being struck in the face by the ball in a fielding mishap, but he still has concussion protocols to pass before returning to the field, coach Gary Stead said. Ravindra lost sight of the ball in the floodlights when attempting a catch and was hit in the forehead during …

Rachin Ravindra few more steps away from being fit: New Zealand coach Gary Stead
1 month, 1 week ago

Rachin Ravindra few more steps away from being fit: New Zealand coach Gary Stead

India Today  

New Zealand head coach Gary Stead has revealed that star batter Rachin Ravindra is yet to regain full fitness after sustaining an injury during the first match against Pakistan in the ongoing Tri-Nation Series. Speaking to the BlackCaps' social media page ahead of their Tri-Series final against Pakistan on February 14, Stead provided a fresh update on Ravindra’s condition. The …

New Zealand provide fitness update on injured Rachin Ravindra, Lockie Ferguson ahead of Champions Trophy
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1 month, 1 week ago

New Zealand provide fitness update on injured Rachin Ravindra, Lockie Ferguson ahead of Champions Trophy

India TV News  

New Zealand head coach Gary Stead provided a status update on a couple of his players ahead of the tri-series final against Pakistan in Karachi and the upcoming Champions Trophy. The pleasing thing is he's progressing well, so we're following HIA protocols at the moment," Stead mentioned in a Black Caps video on the eve of the tri-series final. Despite …

New Zealand's injury crisis deepens as Ben Sears ruled out of Champions Trophy
1 month, 1 week ago

New Zealand's injury crisis deepens as Ben Sears ruled out of Champions Trophy

India Today  

New Zealand fast bowler Ben Sears has been ruled out of the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy with a hamstring injury, confirmed the team on Friday, February 14. Given Sears would have missed two matches in the group stage, the New Zealand side ruled him out of the tournament instead of rushing him back into the squad. “Ben is a player …

Champions Trophy 2025: Mitchell Starc pulls out, Steve Smith to lead Australia
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Mitchell Starc pulls out, Steve Smith to lead Australia

India Today  

Mitchell Starc has decided to skip the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 as Australia finalised their squad for the event on Wednesday, February 12. Cummins and Hazlewood decided to sit out of the Champions Trophy due to injury concerns, while Australia will also be without the services of Mitchell Marsh. The loss of the 'big 3' pace trio has opened …

Champions Trophy 2025: Three players who could replace Jasprit Bumrah in India squad
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Three players who could replace Jasprit Bumrah in India squad

Firstpost  

With Jasprit Bumrah reportedly still recovering from the back injury that he had picked up during the fifth Test against Australia in Sydney, the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee will have to take a call on retaining him in their squad for the Champions Trophy by Tuesday, 11 February – the deadline set by the ICC. Jasprit Bumrah appears doubtful for …

Champions Trophy: Saim Ayub-less Pakistan face stiff challenge to end barren run
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Champions Trophy: Saim Ayub-less Pakistan face stiff challenge to end barren run

India Today  

Pakistan will be one of the teams to watch out for when the Champions Trophy gets underway on February 19. Mohammad Rizwan has been impressive as their ODI captain after taking charge back in October 2024, but playing in the upcoming event would come with its challenges and expectations, since Pakistan are the defending champions. Pakistan Results since ODI World …

Champions Trophy: Saim Ayub-less Pakistan face stiff challenge to end barren run
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Champions Trophy: Saim Ayub-less Pakistan face stiff challenge to end barren run

India Today  

Pakistan will be one of the teams to watch out for when the Champions Trophy gets underway on February 19. Mohammad Rizwan has been impressive as their ODI captain after taking charge back in October 2024, but playing in the upcoming event would come with its challenges and expectations, since Pakistan are the defending champions. Pakistan Results since ODI World …

Will Haris Rauf get fit in time for Champions Trophy? PCB drops major update on speedster's injury
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Will Haris Rauf get fit in time for Champions Trophy? PCB drops major update on speedster's injury

India TV News  

The Pakistan Cricket Board has released a major update on Haris Rauf's injury ahead of the upcoming Champions Trophy. The pacer picked up an issue during Pakistan's tri-series clash against New Zealand on February 8 at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore and missed the remainder of the game. "Following MRI and X-ray scans, it has been confirmed that Pakistan fast …

Haris Rauf injury: Pakistan board issues crucial update ahead of Champions Trophy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Haris Rauf injury: Pakistan board issues crucial update ahead of Champions Trophy

India Today  

The Pakistan Cricket Board has allayed fears of pacer Haris Rauf missing the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 as he is expected to make a full recovery from the muscle sprain he sustained during the first match of the tri-series against New Zealand. "Following MRI and X-ray scans, it has been confirmed that Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf sustained a muscular …

Champions Trophy 2025: 'It's a catch-22 situation,' Ashwin's clear advice to out-of-form Rohit
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Champions Trophy 2025: 'It's a catch-22 situation,' Ashwin's clear advice to out-of-form Rohit

Firstpost  

Ravichandran Ashwin has offered support and advice to Rohit Sharma amid his recent dismal performances, urging the Indian captain to regain his rhythm ahead of the Champions Trophy. Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed concern over Rohit Sharma’s current form, offering clear advice to the Team India captain as he looks to regain his batting rhythm ahead of the …

Champions Trophy 2025: New Zealand Lead Pacer's Participation In Doubt After Hamstring Injury In ILT20
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Champions Trophy 2025: New Zealand Lead Pacer's Participation In Doubt After Hamstring Injury In ILT20

ABP News  

Barely 11 days before their Champions Trophy opener against Pakistan, New Zealand's leading pace bowler Lockie Ferguson has been rendered doubtful for the ODI tournament after suffering a hamstring injury during an ILT20 match in the UAE. Coach Gary Stead confirmed the key bowler has undergone scans to know the extent of the injury and the preceding tri-series that also …

New Zealand's Lockie Ferguson in doubt for Champions Trophy with injury: Reports
1 month, 2 weeks ago

New Zealand's Lockie Ferguson in doubt for Champions Trophy with injury: Reports

India Today  

New Zealand’s preparations for the Champions Trophy have been dealt a major setback as fast-bowling all-rounder Lockie Ferguson faces a race against time to regain fitness. Ferguson sustained a hamstring injury while playing in the UAE’s ILT20, putting his availability for both the upcoming Tri-Series against Pakistan and South Africa, as well as the Champions Trophy, in doubt. Concerned about …

Champions Trophy looms large over Pakistan New Zealand clash
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Champions Trophy looms large over Pakistan New Zealand clash

Hindustan Times  

Rival captains Mohammad Rizwan and Mitchell Santner said Friday that Pakistan and New Zealand's weekend clash in a tri-nation series will be a dress rehearsal for their Champions Trophy showdown. Champions Trophy looms large over Pakistan New Zealand clash Pakistan, New Zealand and South Africa will play a warm-up series ending on February 14 before the eight-team Champions Trophy starts …

Champions Trophy 2025: Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood ruled out of Australia's squad in a big blow to World Cup winners
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood ruled out of Australia's squad in a big blow to World Cup winners

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Australia were on Thursday dealt more blows with captain Pat Cummins and senior pacer Josh Hazlewood being ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy owing to injuries. Earlier in the day, Stoinis, who was named in the country’s Champions Trophy squad, abruptly announced his retirement from the 50-over international game to “fully focus on the next chapter” of his career, …

Pat Cummins, World Cup-winning Australia captain, ruled out of Champions Trophy 2025
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pat Cummins, World Cup-winning Australia captain, ruled out of Champions Trophy 2025

India Today  

Cricket Australia confirmed on Thursday that captain Pat Cummins will not take part in the Champions Trophy, which begins on February 19 in Pakistan and the UAE. Australia must name as many as four replacement players before the 12 February deadline to finalise their squad for the Champions Trophy. "Unfortunately, Pat, Josh, and Mitch are managing ongoing injuries and haven’t …

Pat Cummins to miss Champions Trophy? Here's what Australia head coach said
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pat Cummins to miss Champions Trophy? Here's what Australia head coach said

Deccan Chronicle  

Sydney: Australia captain Pat Cummins is "hugely unlikely" for the Champions Trophy because of injury while fellow paceman Josh Hazlewood is also a doubt, coach Andrew McDonald said Wednesday. "Patty is hugely unlikely, which is a bit of shame, and we've also got Josh Hazlewood, who is battling at the moment," McDonald told radio station SEN. "So that medical information …

Champions Trophy 2025: Australia Face Huge SETBACK For ICC Event; Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood Unlikely
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Australia Face Huge SETBACK For ICC Event; Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood Unlikely

ABP News  

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has said that captain Pat Cummins and fast-bowler Josh Hazlewood are unlikely to take part in the upcoming Champions Trophy due to their respective injury issues. McDonald also said Steve Smith and Travis Head are in the frame to captain Australia in the Champions Trophy, starting on February 19. Australia have already lost all-rounder Mitchell …

Champions Trophy 2025: Australia captain Cummins ‘heavily unlikely’ to take part
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Australia captain Cummins ‘heavily unlikely’ to take part

The Hindu  

Australia captain Pat Cummins is all but ruled out of the Champions Trophy, confirmed coach Andrew McDonald on Wednesday. “Pat Cummins hasn’t been able to resume any type of bowling so he’s heavily unlikely,” McDonald told Australian radio station SEN. In Cummins’ absence, McDonald projected Travis Head and Steve Smith as potential captaincy options for the Champions Trophy. All-rounder Mitchell …

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