Pakistan ready to take Saim Ayub ‘risk’ ahead of IND vs PAK game in ICC Champions Trophy 2025
2 days, 7 hours ago

Pakistan ready to take Saim Ayub ‘risk’ ahead of IND vs PAK game in ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Live Mint  

Pakistan are ready to take the risk with Saim Ayub after the top-order batter on Saturday completed his assessments with orthopaedic surgeons in London after his ankle injury ahead of next month's ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Based on the source close to the developments, Ayub will not be able to get fit in time by the time Pakistan play their tournament opener against New Zealand on February 19. “Even if the doctors say he will not have recovered from his injury in time for Pakistan’s opening CT game against New Zealand on February 19 in Karachi but he could be fit for the India game, the selectors and PCB are willing to take the risk,” the source said. Saim Ayub to stay in London for one more week The source added that Ayub was initially advised a six-week rest for his ankle injury because the PCB is very keen to see him fit for the marquee event and particularly the India match.

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ICC Champions Trophy 2025: No place for Shakib Al Hasan as Bangladesh announce 15-member squad
1 day, 12 hours ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: No place for Shakib Al Hasan as Bangladesh announce 15-member squad

Live Mint  

Shakib Al Hasan was omitted from the Bangladesh squad as they announced their 15-member squad for the ICC Champions Trophy starting next month. Notably, Shakib's omission came after the star all-rounder failed his second bowling assessment test which was conducted in Chennai last month. The fast bowling department will be spearheaded by Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman while Mehidy Hasan …

Watch: PCB racing against time to complete construction before Champions Trophy
1 day, 19 hours ago

Watch: PCB racing against time to complete construction before Champions Trophy

India Today  

Pakistan are racing against time to complete the renovation of their stadiums before the Champions Trophy. Champions Trophy: Full Schedule Back in 2024, Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi had admitted that none of Pakistan's international cricket venues met international standards. Champions Trophy: Latest Developments Star India pacer Jasprit Bumrah's participation in the Champions Trophy is under clouds, sources have …

Pakistan batter Saim Ayub's Champions Trophy availability to be known in a week
2 days, 19 hours ago

Pakistan batter Saim Ayub's Champions Trophy availability to be known in a week

India Today  

Pakistan batter Saim Ayub on Saturday completed his assessments with orthopaedic surgeons in London for his ankle injury, but it will require a week to know if he can play in the next month’s ICC Champions Trophy. A source close to Saim said the Pakistan Cricket Board is very keen on having Saim fit in time for the Champions Trophy …

Pakistan's Saim Ayub out for extended period, Champions Trophy participation doubtful
3 days, 19 hours ago

Pakistan's Saim Ayub out for extended period, Champions Trophy participation doubtful

India Today  

Pakistan opener Saim Ayub's participation in the Champions Trophy remains doubtful after being told by a specialist in London that his ankle injury may take more than six weeks to heal. "Dr Jeyasaleen has advised Saim to not rush back to playing cricket as this could cause permanent trauma to his ankle injury," a reliable PCB source said, adding that …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan’s Fakhar Zaman confident of international comeback
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5 days, 7 hours ago

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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5 days, 19 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 …

Pakistan's Saim Ayub flies to London for immediate treatment after ankle injury
6 days, 19 hours ago

Pakistan's Saim Ayub flies to London for immediate treatment after ankle injury

India Today  

Pakistan's all-format opener Saim Ayub has flown to London from Cape Town with assistant coach Azhar Mahmood to seek immediate medical treatment for a fractured ankle. The PCB has projected a recovery period of at least six weeks, which will rule Saim out of several key fixtures, including the two-Test home series against the West Indies later this month and …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan to fly Saim Ayub to London to get him fit in time for tournament
1 week, 1 day 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
1 week, 1 day 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 …

Saim Ayub to undergo ankle surgery in London, recovery expected by Champions Trophy
1 week, 1 day ago

Saim Ayub to undergo ankle surgery in London, recovery expected by Champions Trophy

India Today  

The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced that opener Saim Ayub will undergo ankle surgery in London following a serious injury sustained during the second Test against South Africa in Cape Town. PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi confirmed the decision, stating that every possible resource would be utilised to ensure Ayub’s recovery in time for the Champions Trophy, scheduled to begin on …

Saim Ayub sustains ankle injury during SA vs PAK 2nd Test, ruled out for six weeks
1 week, 2 days ago

Saim Ayub sustains ankle injury during SA vs PAK 2nd Test, ruled out for six weeks

The Hindu  

Pakistan’s young opener Saim Ayub could miss next month’s ICC Champions Trophy after being ruled out of competitive cricket for six weeks because of an ankle injury that he sustained during the ongoing second Test against South Africa. The Pakistan Cricket Board said on Saturday that MRIs and other tests were carried out on him and the doctors have advised …

Saim Ayub in doubt for Champions Trophy, ruled out for six weeks due to ankle injury
1 week, 2 days ago

Saim Ayub in doubt for Champions Trophy, ruled out for six weeks due to ankle injury

India Today  

Pakistan have suffered a major setback ahead of the Champions Trophy at home next month, as opener Saim Ayub is in serious doubt for the tournament after fracturing his right ankle on the first day of the second Test against South Africa in Cape Town. “Pakistan opener Saim Ayub has been ruled out of competitive cricket for up to six …

SA vs PAK: Saim Ayub leaves field on stretcher after twisting ankle in 2nd Test
1 week, 3 days ago

SA vs PAK: Saim Ayub leaves field on stretcher after twisting ankle in 2nd Test

India Today  

Young Pakistan opener Saim Ayub was stretchered off the field after suffering a painful ankle injury less than an hour into day one of the second Test against South Africa. Ayub twisted his ankle and was seen grimacing in pain before receiving assistance from his teammates and the team physio on the sidelines at Newlands. South Africa vs Pakistan, 2nd …

India to participate in Physical Disabled Champions Trophy, Pakistan clash on January 12
2 weeks, 5 days ago

India to participate in Physical Disabled Champions Trophy, Pakistan clash on January 12

India Today  

The Disabled Cricket Council of India has announced India’s participation in the Physical Disabled Cricket Champions Trophy 2025, scheduled to take place in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from January 12 to 21, 2025. I wish all the participating teams the very best for this tournament.” Sminu Jindal Founder-Chairperson of Svayam, said, “We are delighted to support Team India in their journey …

Pakistan focusing on Champions Trophy: Newly appointed Aaqib Javed outlines goals
1 month, 3 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 …

PCB springs into action after BCCI says no to Pakistan for Champions Trophy, writes to ICC with...
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2 months ago

PCB springs into action after BCCI says no to Pakistan for Champions Trophy, writes to ICC with...

Hindustan Times  

The Pakistan Cricket Board on Tuesday confirmed that it has written to the International Cricket Council, asking the apex cricketing body to explain India's decision to not come to Pakistan for the upcoming Champions Trophy, which is slated to be played in Pakistan in February-March 2025. “The PCB has responded to last week’s ICC letter seeking clarifications for the BCCI’s …

Champions Trophy: PCB approaches Pakistan government after India's refusal to travel
2 months ago

Champions Trophy: PCB approaches Pakistan government after India's refusal to travel

India TV News  

Pakistan Cricket Board is seeking its government's advice after India refused to travel for the upcoming Champions Trophy. Pakistan are the official hosts of an ICC event for the first time since 1996 and PCB is leaving no stone unturned in its preparations. However, the BCCI informed the ICC this week of the Indian government's decision not to allow Team …

ICC informs PCB India won’t be travelling to Pakistan for Champions Trophy, hosts turn to one final roll of dice
2 months ago

ICC informs PCB India won’t be travelling to Pakistan for Champions Trophy, hosts turn to one final roll of dice

Hindustan Times  

The drama around the Champions Trophy continues. A Pakistan Cricket Board spokesperson has confirmed to Hindustan Times that ICC has conveyed to them regarding India not travelling to Pakistan for the tournament, which is slated to be played from February 19-March 9 next year. "The PCB has received an email from the ICC, stating that the BCCI has informed them …

As BCCI and PCB fight over Champions Trophy schedule, ICC reportedly cancels next week's Lahore event
2 months ago

As BCCI and PCB fight over Champions Trophy schedule, ICC reportedly cancels next week's Lahore event

Firstpost  

Amid the BCCI vs PCB spat, the ICC has called off the 11 November event in Lahore where they were expected to announce the 2025 Champions Trophy schedule. The International Cricket Council was planning a mega event in Lahore next week to announce the schedule for the 2025 Champions Trophy which will be hosted in Pakistan but their plans have …

Team India to not travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy: Reports
2 months ago

Team India to not travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy: Reports

Deccan Chronicle  

Team India will not be traveling to Pakistan to participate in the coveted ICC Champions Trophy 2025, while they intend to play their games at a neutral venue, claimed reports. According to a draft schedule released by the International Cricket Council, team India were supposed to play all their matches in Pakistan's Lahore. The latest development now makes it interesting …

Champions Trophy 2025: PCB willing to follow ‘Hybrid Model’, India may play in UAE
2 months ago

Champions Trophy 2025: PCB willing to follow ‘Hybrid Model’, India may play in UAE

Live Mint  

In an apparent climb down from its earlier stated position, Pakistan Cricket Board is willing to make "adjustments" in the schedule of the 2025 Champions Trophy which it is hosting with matches involving India taking place in the UAE, according to sources. “The PCB feels that even if Indian government does not clear the tour to Pakistan slight adjustments can …

PCB Proposes Alternate Venue for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
2 months, 3 weeks ago

PCB Proposes Alternate Venue for ICC Champions Trophy 2025

ABP News  

Pakistan Cricket Board proposes an alternative arrangement for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, allowing India to return to New Delhi or Chandigarh between matches due to security concerns. The PCB has verbally suggested these options to the BCCI, with the final match still scheduled for Lahore regardless of the venue.

Will Indian cricket team travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy 2025? Here’s what BCCI vice president says
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Will Indian cricket team travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy 2025? Here’s what BCCI vice president says

Live Mint  

With speculations rising over the Indian Cricket Team's travel plan to Pakistan in 2025 for the Champions Trophy, the Board of Control for Cricket in India Vice President Rajeev Shukla on Monday said that the Indian government would take a decision on the matter next year. The BCCI vice president was addressing the media on the sidelines of the ongoing …

PCB picks Lahore as sole venue for Team India at Champions Trophy 2025: 'Keep their travel to a minimum'
8 months, 1 week ago

PCB picks Lahore as sole venue for Team India at Champions Trophy 2025: 'Keep their travel to a minimum'

Hindustan Times  

The Pakistan Cricket Board has drafted India to play all of their matches in the Champions Trophy next year in Lahore, according to a report from ESPNCricinfo. India captain Rohit Sharma and Pakistan captain Babar Azam during the 2023 Asia Cup Due to its close proximity to the Wagah Border, Lahore has been chosen by the PCB to host the …

Our target right now is to host the Champions Trophy: PCB chief on bilateral series with India
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Our target right now is to host the Champions Trophy: PCB chief on bilateral series with India

The Hindu  

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi has said that the PCB would be open to the idea of playing a bilateral series against India if they send their team to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy next year. Talking to reporters in Lahore during a function, Naqvi was asked about the recent interview of Indian captain Rohit Sharma, in which …

No reason to believe that Champions Trophy will not be held in Pakistan: PCB
9 months, 2 weeks ago

No reason to believe that Champions Trophy will not be held in Pakistan: PCB

The Hindu  

The Pakistan Cricket Board is optimistic that it will be able to host the Champions Trophy next year as a delegation of the International Cricket Council is set to reach the country on Monday to inspect the ongoing preparations for the prestigious tournament. They will visit the venues in Karachi, Lahore and Rawalpindi to see the upgradation work we will …

Pakistan Cricket Board seeks India's 'assurance' to compete in 2025 Champions Trophy: Report
10 months ago

Pakistan Cricket Board seeks India's 'assurance' to compete in 2025 Champions Trophy: Report

Firstpost  

“The biggest worry for the PCB is whether India will send its team to Pakistan and there is no repeat of last year’s Asia Cup issues,” a Pakistan Cricket Board source said. Mohsin Naqvi, the newly appointed Pakistan Cricket Board chairman, is awaiting a confirmation regarding India’s participation in the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan, a topic that will be …

PCB issues NOC to four players returning from injury layoffs
11 months, 3 weeks ago

PCB issues NOC to four players returning from injury layoffs

The Hindu  

Mystery surrounds the Pakistan Cricket Board’s decision to issue NOCs to centrally contracted as well as non-contracted players to participate in the International League T20 and the Bangladesh Premier League in January-February. The mystery stems from the fact that fast bowlers Naseem Shah, Ihsanaullah and Mohammad Hasnain along with experienced all-rounder Shadab Khan have all recently recovered from injuries and …

Pakistan squad for Cricket World Cup 2023: Who’s in and who’s out
1 year, 2 months ago

Pakistan squad for Cricket World Cup 2023: Who’s in and who’s out

The Independent  

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PCB reviews Asia Cup 2023 performance ahead of ODI World Cup squad announcement
1 year, 3 months ago

PCB reviews Asia Cup 2023 performance ahead of ODI World Cup squad announcement

The Hindu  

The Pakistan Cricket Board on Thursday held a review meeting of its woeful Asia Cup show in the wake of its World Cup squad announcement. “The idea is to have everyone on board and debate about performances, identifying the problems and their solutions.” The review meeting was also attended by Team Director Mickey Arthur, captain Babar Azam, vice-captain Shadab Khan …

Medical panel will decide on Naseem Shah’s return to cricket: Pakistan Board
1 year, 3 months ago

Medical panel will decide on Naseem Shah’s return to cricket: Pakistan Board

The Hindu  

Pakistan pacer Naseem Shah’s in all likelihood will miss upcoming ODI World Cup in India starting October 5, after sustaining a serious right shoulder injury. “The Pakistan Cricket Board’s medical team has been monitoring the status of Naseem Shah’s shoulder injury sustained during the Asia Cup 2023. “The PCB medical panel will decide on the fast bowler’s return to cricket …

Pakistan Cricket Board appoints sports psychologist for ODIs against Afghanistan and Asia Cup 2023
1 year, 5 months ago

Pakistan Cricket Board appoints sports psychologist for ODIs against Afghanistan and Asia Cup 2023

India Today  

The Pakistan Cricket Board has appointed sports psychologist Dr. Maqbool Babri to advise the men's team in anticipation of their ODI series against Afghanistan and the Asia Cup 2023. Dr. Babri has previously worked with PCB players on mental conditioning, concentrating on aspects like handling pressure during difficult games and managing personal issues affecting player's performances. Pakistan captain, Babar Azam, …

KL Rahul injury update: Comeback date set for India batter ahead of World Cup?
1 year, 6 months ago

KL Rahul injury update: Comeback date set for India batter ahead of World Cup?

India TV News  

Injury and Indian players are going hand in hand at the moment with several players on the sidelines. The likes of Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul and Jasprit Bumrah missed the recently concluded WTC Final against Australia due to different injuries. Among them, Rahul was one of the players to sustain a thigh injury during the indian Premier League …

T20 World Cup: Kamran Akmal urges PCB to sack Pakistan medical staff after Fakhar Zaman injury
2 years, 2 months ago

T20 World Cup: Kamran Akmal urges PCB to sack Pakistan medical staff after Fakhar Zaman injury

India Today  

Veteran wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal has urged the Pakistan cricket board to sack the medical team after Fakhar Zaman aggravated a knee injury to be ruled out of the ongoing T20 World Cup. Speaking on his YouTube channel, as quoted by Hindustan Times, Akmal said that the left-handed batter wasn't at fault in this situation and the medical team, captain and …

India’s travel to Pakistan for Asia Cup 2023 will be decided by Home Ministry but chances aren’t much: Anurag Thakur
2 years, 2 months ago

India’s travel to Pakistan for Asia Cup 2023 will be decided by Home Ministry but chances aren’t much: Anurag Thakur

Firstpost  

BCCI secretary Jay Shah, who is also the Asian Cricket Council chief, had on Tuesday said that Indian team will not travel to Pakistan for the continental event and they would like to compete in the tournament at a neutral venue New Delhi: Sports Minister Anurag Thakur on Thursday said the home ministry will take a call on the Indian …

Asia Cup 2022 | Injury scare for Pakistan as pacer Mohammad Wasim suffers back pain in training
2 years, 4 months ago

Asia Cup 2022 | Injury scare for Pakistan as pacer Mohammad Wasim suffers back pain in training

The Hindu  

After pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi was ruled out of the Asia Cup, Pakistan were handed another injury scare with fast bowler Mohammad Wasim pulling out of practice with back pain ahead of their opening cricket match against India. The 21-year-old was sent for a MRI scan to determine the severity of his injury after he complained of lower back pain …

Government Decides: Anurag Thakur on India Going for 2025 Champions Trophy
3 years, 1 month ago

Government Decides: Anurag Thakur on India Going for 2025 Champions Trophy

The Quint  

Due to the political tensions between the two countries, India and Pakistan now meet only in ICC events. The two neighbours have not played any bilateral cricket in Pakistan since Rahul Dravid's side travelled to Pakistan in 2005-06 for a full tour comprising three Tests and five ODIs. Asked whether India will travel for the eight-team global tournament in Pakistan …

Anirudh Thapa receives clearance to re-join Indian football team in Doha
3 years, 7 months ago

Anirudh Thapa receives clearance to re-join Indian football team in Doha

The Hindu  

India midfielder Anirudh Thapa has received clearance from the local health authorities in Doha to re-join the team. Thapa had tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday, a day before India lost 0-1 to Asian champion Qatar, and was kept in isolation in a separate room at the team hotel. "Anirudh Thapa, who was in isolation on advice of LOC medical …

Pakistan's Shadab Khan sidelined for six weeks
4 years ago

Pakistan's Shadab Khan sidelined for six weeks

India TV News  

Leg-spinning Pakistan all-rounder Shadab Khan is set to miss the ongoing two-Test series against New Zealand and following Tests against South Africa as he has been advised a six-week rest by PCB's medical staff, the Pakistan Cricket board announced on Saturday. Shadab was diagnosed with "high grade full thickness tear to the Rectus Femoris muscle", an injury he had sustained …

India vs Bangladesh: Mohammad Saifuddin ruled out of T20I series
5 years, 2 months ago

India vs Bangladesh: Mohammad Saifuddin ruled out of T20I series

India TV News  

Bangladesh all-rounder Mohammad Saifuddin was on Thursday ruled out of the upcoming three-game T20 series against India owing to a nagging back injury. The 22-year all-rounder, who had missed Bangladesh's crucial World Cup match against Australia at Nottingham and the ODI series in Sri Lanka, will not be able to recover in time from a back injury for the India …

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