Gutted Mohammad Rizwan not looking for excuses after Champions Trophy exit
1 month ago

Gutted Mohammad Rizwan not looking for excuses after Champions Trophy exit

India Today  

Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan said that his team is not looking for excuses after their early exit from the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Hopefully, we can work on it when we play against New Zealand next and, hopefully we can improve there," said Rizwan in the post-match press conference. Pakistan to tour New Zealand next Rizwan also spoke about some measures to improve Pakistan cricket at the domestic level to compete with the other major cricketing teams of the world. Pakistan will next travel to New Zealand for a five-match T20I series beginning from March 16, followed by a three-match ODI series.

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'He gets 60 lakh per month... stop his central contract': Mohammad Rizwan accused of ‘insulting PCB’
1 week, 1 day ago

'He gets 60 lakh per month... stop his central contract': Mohammad Rizwan accused of ‘insulting PCB’

Hindustan Times  

There is no end to drama and controversies regarding Pakistan cricket. According to reports in Pakistani media, ODI captain Mohammad Rizwan opted to play club cricket rather than participate in the National T20 Cup, which is organised by the Pakistan Cricket Board. Former Pakistan pacer Sikander Bakht has also jumped on the bandwagon, asking PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi to be …

PCB suffers 85% loss in Champions Trophy after splurging INR 869 crore for one home game; players face brutal effect
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1 week, 2 days 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 …

Gautam Gambhir breaks the wall with Champions Trophy triumph but coaching redemption far from complete
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Gautam Gambhir breaks the wall with Champions Trophy triumph but coaching redemption far from complete

Hindustan Times  

Gautam Gambhir has once again demonstrated his knack for success, this time steering the Indian cricket team to victory in a new role – as head coach. The former cricketer, instrumental in India’s triumphs at the 2007 T20 World Cup and the 2011 ODI World Cup, added another ICC title to his illustrious record in his debut major white-ball coaching …

Champions Trophy Final: Suryakumar Yadav advises team India to play ‘fearless’ cricket; ‘We win or we learn’
Top News
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Champions Trophy Final: Suryakumar Yadav advises team India to play ‘fearless’ cricket; ‘We win or we learn’

Live Mint  

India's T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav has some advice for the Men in Blue going in to the final of Champions Trophy 2025 today. Surya urged his fellow teammates to play ‘fearless’ cricket and post a big total against the Kiwis. Speaking at the India Today Conclave, Surya said, "In a match, say two batters score 75 runs each, then two …

Personal attacks, social media digs: Pakistan cricket in turmoil after disastrous Champions Trophy defence
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

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

Firstpost  

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 …

Rizwan compared to ‘rickshaw’ and Babar to ‘Ferrari’ as Amir roasts under-fire PAK captain after Champions Trophy exit
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Rizwan compared to ‘rickshaw’ and Babar to ‘Ferrari’ as Amir roasts under-fire PAK captain after Champions Trophy exit

Hindustan Times  

The ongoing 2025 Champions Trophy was supposed to be Pakistan’s moment of redemption. The result was a virtual knockout blow to Pakistan, with Rizwan needing other results to go in his favour, and then soon their elimination was confirmed, a true shocker for the home side’s fans. PAK legend destroys Mohammad Rizwan Speaking to Sports Tak, former Pakistan cricketer Mohammad …

Rizwan 'looked lost' against India, wasn't 'blabbering at all': Pakistan captain's odd behavior shift irks legend
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Rizwan 'looked lost' against India, wasn't 'blabbering at all': Pakistan captain's odd behavior shift irks legend

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan endured a disappointing campaign in the Champions Trophy 2025, bowing out of their home tournament without a win on the board. Mohammad Rizwan's men faced a 60-run defeat in their opening match against New Zealand, and failed to make a comeback against arch-rivals India in another one-sided contest. Pakistan's captain Mohammad Rizwan shakes hands with his Indian counterpart Rohit …

Pakistan cricket's miserable state: Prime Minister to take notice, says advisor
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Pakistan cricket's miserable state: Prime Minister to take notice, says advisor

India Today  

Pakistan's embarrassing exit from the Champions Trophy is set to have ramifications. Rana Sanaullah, who is the advisor to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, said in an interview that the PM will be taking notice of structural discrepancies in the Pakistan Cricket Board, run by Mohsin Naqvi. The advisor to the Pakistani PM said that the PCB had done as …

Pakistan performance review at Champions Trophy: Another ICC event, another dull, dull Pakistan show
3 weeks, 6 days ago

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

The Hindu  

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

Injuries to key players 'disturbed' Pakistan's Champions Trophy campaign: Mohammad Rizwan
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Injuries to key players 'disturbed' Pakistan's Champions Trophy campaign: Mohammad Rizwan

Firstpost  

Pakistan had lost openers Saim Ayub and Fakhar Zaman, both of whom were integral members of the team’s ideal ODI combination, to injury. Captain Mohammad Rizwan, however, insisted that the injuries weren’t meant to be an excuse, and admitted the hosts and defending champions underperformed in the Champions Trophy. Mohammad Rizwan's first ICC event as Pakistan captain ended on a …

Rizwan bans non-Muslims from entering players’ rooms: Imam-ul-Haq’s comment goes viral ahead of PAK vs BAN match
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Rizwan bans non-Muslims from entering players’ rooms: Imam-ul-Haq’s comment goes viral ahead of PAK vs BAN match

Live Mint  

Ahead of Pakistan vs Bangladesh ODI match in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, a clip of Imam-ul-Haq speaking about skipper Mohammad Rizwan has gone viral. In the video clip, which is from a December 2024 interview, Imam is asked on The Ultra Edge Podcast by Cricwick to choose a “leader” from his team. A social media user shared the clip …

Pakistan end home Champions Trophy without win after Rawalpindi washout
1 month ago

Pakistan end home Champions Trophy without win after Rawalpindi washout

Al Jazeera  

Pakistan and Bangladesh’s final group-stage match is washed out in Rawalpindi as both sides exit the Champions Trophy. Both teams were already eliminated from semifinal contention after losing to India and New Zealand, and the washout was a disappointing last tournament appearance for both, especially Pakistan, the hosts and defending champions. New Zealand, who beat Pakistan by 60 runs in …

Pakistan vs Bangladesh – Champions Trophy: Match start time, teams, stream
1 month ago

Pakistan vs Bangladesh – Champions Trophy: Match start time, teams, stream

Al Jazeera  

Who: Pakistan vs Bangladesh What: ICC Champions Trophy Group A match When: Thursday, February 27 at 2pm Where: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi, Pakistan Follow Al Jazeera’s live text and photo commentary stream. Pakistan’s hurting players will be motivated by pride in their dead rubber against Bangladesh, head coach Aaqib Javed said, after the hosts were dumped out of the Champions …

Pakistan head coach Aaqib Javed breaks silence after loss against India and Champions Trophy exit
1 month ago

Pakistan head coach Aaqib Javed breaks silence after loss against India and Champions Trophy exit

Firstpost  

Pakistan head coach Aaqib Javed has finally issued a statement after the team’s early exit from the Champions Trophy 2025. Pakistan head coach Aaqib Javed has broken his silence following the team’s disappointing exit from the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Javed addressed Pakistan’s back-to-back defeats in the group stage, particularly the crucial six-wicket loss against arch-rivals India, which sealed their …

Champions Trophy | Rain around the corner as Pakistan and Bangladesh aim to sign off with a win
1 month ago

Champions Trophy | Rain around the corner as Pakistan and Bangladesh aim to sign off with a win

The Hindu  

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

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

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

Firstpost  

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

Babar Azam receives technical advice from Sunil Gavaskar amid mixed form in Champions Trophy: 'If he can reduce...'
1 month ago

Babar Azam receives technical advice from Sunil Gavaskar amid mixed form in Champions Trophy: 'If he can reduce...'

Firstpost  

Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam has had a mixed run so far in the Champions Trophy – scoring a 90-ball 64 against New Zealand that was criticised for being slow before failing to convert a positive start against arch-rivals India. Star batter and former Pakistan captain Babar Azam has been advised to reduce the gap between his feet by Indian …

Analysis: Why Pakistan was knocked out of Champions Trophy 2025 after just two matches?
1 month ago

Analysis: Why Pakistan was knocked out of Champions Trophy 2025 after just two matches?

The Hindu  

The stage was set perfectly for Pakistan. Chasing 321 against the Kiwis, Mohammed Rizwan’s men crawled to 22 for two in the PowerPlay and could never recover. READ | Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton highlight India’s ‘undeniable advantage’ of playing in Dubai The squad lacks batting depth, and barring players like Salman Ali Agha and Fakhar, the others don’t have …

Shoaib Akhtar calls Mohammad Rizwan ‘abnormal’; Shoaib Malik interrupts: 'Why don't you fix the system once?'
1 month ago

Shoaib Akhtar calls Mohammad Rizwan ‘abnormal’; Shoaib Malik interrupts: 'Why don't you fix the system once?'

Hindustan Times  

After taking a blunt swipe as Babar Azam, former Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Akhtar savaged captain Mohammad Rizwan live on television, calling him "abnormal" after Pakistan suffered an embarrassing group-stage exit in the Champions Trophy following a loss against India on Sunday. Shoaib Akhtar was unhappy with Mohammad Rizwan's captaincy Speaking on PTV after India beat Pakistan by six wickets in …

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

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

Firstpost  

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

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

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

The Hindu  

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

'Even someone like MS Dhoni cannot do anything with this Pakistan side'
1 month ago

'Even someone like MS Dhoni cannot do anything with this Pakistan side'

Deccan Chronicle  

Karachi: Former Pakistan women's captain Sana Mir has joined the chorus of criticism against the men's cricket team for its early exit from the Champions Trophy, saying that even a talisman like Mahendra Singh Dhoni cannot change the fortunes of the embattled side. "The 15 that have been selected, even if you make MS Dhoni or Younis Khan captain, nobody …

'Even MS Dhoni cannot do anything with this Pakistan team': PCB ripped apart after embarrassing group-stage exit
1 month ago

'Even MS Dhoni cannot do anything with this Pakistan team': PCB ripped apart after embarrassing group-stage exit

Hindustan Times  

Mohammad Rizwan-led Pakistan continues to receive flak after the side crashed out of the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025. Former Pakistan women's team captain Sana Mir feels that even a proven leader like MS Dhoni could not have done anything with the Pakistan squad selected for the Champions Trophy, as it was not picked based on the conditions. Pakistan were …

Shoaib Malik goes silent after Mohammad Hafeez accuses him on live TV: 'Don't put him in a spot,' says Shoaib Akhtar
1 month ago

Shoaib Malik goes silent after Mohammad Hafeez accuses him on live TV: 'Don't put him in a spot,' says Shoaib Akhtar

Hindustan Times  

The Pakistan cricket team's indifferent performance in ICC tournaments is nothing new, and so is their former cricketers' bombardment of them with harsh criticism. Mohammad Hafeez, Shoaib Malik and Shoaib Akhtar during a PTV show A day later, after New Zealand beat Bangladesh in Rawalpindi, Pakistan were officially knocked out of the Champions Trophy. “I'm not asking him any difficult …

Even MS Dhoni couldn't have done anything with Rizwan's team: Ex-Pakistan captain
1 month ago

Even MS Dhoni couldn't have done anything with Rizwan's team: Ex-Pakistan captain

India Today  

Former Pakistan women’s captain Sana Mir criticised the men’s team after their poor performance in the Champions Trophy. Mir, who led the women’s team in 65 T20Is and 72 ODIs from 2009 to 2017, said Pakistan erred from the start by not selecting a squad suited to the playing conditions. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table "The 15 that …

PCB left 'angry and disappointed' after Champions Trophy exit, set to appoint new coach
1 month ago

PCB left 'angry and disappointed' after Champions Trophy exit, set to appoint new coach

India TV News  

PCB left 'angry and disappointed' after Champions Trophy exit, set to appoint new coach The Pakistan Cricket Board was left angry and disappointed after Mohammad Rizwan-led side's exit from the Champions Trophy 2025. The source also noted that Pakistan’s contract with Aaqib Javed as interim head coach will end on February 27. He confirmed that a new head coach will …

Cricket experts berate Pakistan’s Champions Trophy exit, loss to India
1 month ago

Cricket experts berate Pakistan’s Champions Trophy exit, loss to India

Al Jazeera  

Pakistan’s loss to India has left fans and former players wondering it their team can ever match their rivals in an ICC event. “Frequent changes in the Pakistan Cricket Board, selection committee and captains have failed us in forming a proper set-up and team.” The early elimination stings for a country that had relished hosting its first major cricket tournament …

'Complete overhaul': What went wrong for Pakistan in 2025 Champions Trophy?
1 month ago

'Complete overhaul': What went wrong for Pakistan in 2025 Champions Trophy?

New Indian Express  

KARACHI: Title-holders and hosts Pakistan crashed out in the group phase of the Champions Trophy after losing to New Zealand and arch-rivals India. AFP Sport looks at where it all went wrong for Mohammad Rizwan's men in the 50-over tournament: Uncertain build-up Rizwan was appointed white-ball skipper in October last year and led Pakistan to an impressive 2-1 ODI win …

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

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

Firstpost  

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

Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan skipper Rizwan says ‘our campaign is as good as over’
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan skipper Rizwan says ‘our campaign is as good as over’

The Hindu  

Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan has conceded that his team’s Champions Trophy campaign is as good as over following his team’s loss to India here. They are hosting an ICC event for the first time in 29 years and an early exit as hosts will indeed be a big setback for Rizwan's team. Rizwan acknowledged the injuries to openers Saim Ayub …

IND vs PAK: Mohammad Rizwan Showers Praise On Virat Kohli After His Match-Winning Century In Dubai
1 month ago

IND vs PAK: Mohammad Rizwan Showers Praise On Virat Kohli After His Match-Winning Century In Dubai

ABP News  

India handed Pakistan a resounding defeat in the Champions Trophy 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on February 23 as the Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue defeated Mohammad Rizwan’s men by six wickets. Pakistan skipper Rizwan showered immense praise on Kohli after India pushed Pakistan on the verge of Champions Trophy group stage elimination. Here’s Pakistan’s Semifinal Qualification Scenario …

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

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

Firstpost  

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

Abrar Ahmed shamed, told 'pack your bag and...' for Shubman Gill send-off: 'Champions Trophy se bahar jaane ka raasta…'
1 month ago

Abrar Ahmed shamed, told 'pack your bag and...' for Shubman Gill send-off: 'Champions Trophy se bahar jaane ka raasta…'

Hindustan Times  

Mystery spinner Abrar Ahmed was the sole standout performer for Pakistan in the team's unsuccessful attempt at defending 242 against India in Dubai. Pakistan's Abrar Ahmed celebrates after taking the wicket of India's Shubman Gill Gill, who headed into the contest on the back of a century against Bangladesh in India's Champions Trophy opener, looked set to score a second …

Pakistan set to sack coach Aaqib Javed following Champions Trophy flop show: Report
1 month ago

Pakistan set to sack coach Aaqib Javed following Champions Trophy flop show: Report

India Today  

The backlash due to the poor show in the Champions Trophy, including the humiliating defeat to India, hit the Pakistan team hard and its support staff led by former fast bowler Aaqib Javed is set to be overhauled, according to a cricket Board source. A well-informed source in the Pakistan Cricket Board said that Aaqib will be relieved of his …

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

Mohammad Rizwan shoulder bumps Harshit Rana during IND vs PAK Champions Trophy 2025 clash | WATCH
1 month ago

Mohammad Rizwan shoulder bumps Harshit Rana during IND vs PAK Champions Trophy 2025 clash | WATCH

India TV News  

Mohammad Rizwan shoulder bumps Harshit Rana during IND vs PAK Champions Trophy 2025 clash | WATCH Mohammad Rizwan snailed his innings after Pakistan lost both of their openers - Babar Azam and Imam-ul-Haq - inside the powerplay. Rizwan had a shoulder barge with Indian speedster Harshit Rana in the 21st over of Pakistan's innings at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, …

Watch: IIT Baba predicts India’s defeat to Pakistan in Dubai Champions Trophy – ’India won’t win this time’
1 month ago

Watch: IIT Baba predicts India’s defeat to Pakistan in Dubai Champions Trophy – ’India won’t win this time’

Live Mint  

Cricket fans worldwide are excited as India and Pakistan prepare for a high-stakes face-off in Dubai today, February 23, at the Champions Trophy. While speaking about the upcoming India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy game, Baba said, “Main tumko pehle se bol raha hu, is baar India nahi jeetegi. Sabko bol do ki aaj jitke dikhaye: Watch IIT Baba viral video …

Mohammad Rizwan accepts Pakistan's fate in Champions Trophy: It's over
1 month ago

Mohammad Rizwan accepts Pakistan's fate in Champions Trophy: It's over

India Today  

Mohammad Rizwan admitted that Pakistan’s Champions Trophy 2025 campaign is virtually over, despite a slim mathematical chance of reaching the semifinals. Currently bottom of Group A with a net run rate of -1.087, Pakistan suffered a 60-run loss to New Zealand before a six-wicket defeat to India in Dubai. To qualify, Pakistan must win their final league match against Bangladesh …

The absurd situation that compromises the Champions Trophy
1 month ago

The absurd situation that compromises the Champions Trophy

The Independent  

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ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan fined for slow over-rate against New Zealand
1 month ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan fined for slow over-rate against New Zealand

The Hindu  

The hosts have been fined five per cent of their match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate during the tournament’s opening game in Karachi. Following its defeat in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 opener against New Zealand at the National Stadium in Karachi on Wednesday, Pakistan has been handed a slow over-rate fine after being found one over short of …

Wasim Akram gets 'brutally honest', delivers 'bad news' after Pakistan's loss in Champions Trophy: 'Ek word hai Parchi…'
1 month ago

Wasim Akram gets 'brutally honest', delivers 'bad news' after Pakistan's loss in Champions Trophy: 'Ek word hai Parchi…'

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan’s Champions Trophy campaign began on a poor note as they suffered a 60-run defeat to New Zealand in the tournament opener at home. The loss, their third to the Kiwis in two weeks exposed glaring flaws in Pakistan’s batting approach, raising serious concerns ahead of their high-stakes clash against India. Following the loss, Pakistan players faced significant criticism from …

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 …

There shouldn't be any doubts on our performance: Pakistan skipper Rizwan
1 month, 1 week ago

There shouldn't be any doubts on our performance: Pakistan skipper Rizwan

Deccan Chronicle  

Karachi: Pakistan skipper Mohammad Rizwan said on Tuesday the Champions Trophy would be a "historic occasion" for the country, a day before the hosts kick the tournament off against New Zealand. "A global event has come to Pakistan after 29 years so I think the whole nation should enjoy this historic occasion," Rizwan told a news conference on the eve …

Champions Trophy 2025: Fresh trouble in Indian camp as star cricketer reportedly slams Gambhir for leaving him out of XI
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Fresh trouble in Indian camp as star cricketer reportedly slams Gambhir for leaving him out of XI

Firstpost  

The concerned cricketer, whose name has not been mentioned in the report, is at loggerheads with head coach Gautam Gambhir for not considering him for the wicketkeeper-batter’s role despite his seniority in the Indian team. According to Times Now, an active Indian wicketkeeper-batter is frustrated with head coach Gautam Gambhir ahead of the Men in Blue’s Champions Trophy opener. However, …

Champions Trophy Preview: Defending champions Pakistan face big test vs in-form New Zealand today
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy Preview: Defending champions Pakistan face big test vs in-form New Zealand today

India Today  

“The whole country should enjoy it as an ICC event has returned to Pakistan after 29 years,” Mohammad Rizwan said. Pakistan haven’t hosted a world tournament since the 1996 World Cup and Rizwan’s troops have a task on their hands to give their fans something to cheer for, especially during a phase when political turmoil has posed challenges to their …

Mohammad Rizwan urges Pakistan to enjoy Champions Trophy 2025
1 month, 1 week ago

Mohammad Rizwan urges Pakistan to enjoy Champions Trophy 2025

The Hindu  

Pakistan skipper Mohammad Rizwan said on Tuesday the Champions Trophy would be a “historic occasion” for the country, a day before the host kicks the tournament off against New Zealand. The Champions Trophy is the first major cricket event hosted by Pakistan in nearly three decades and is regarded as second only to the World Cup in the One-Day Internationals. …

Return of top teams for Champions Trophy means a lot to Pakistan cricket: Wasim Bari
1 month, 1 week ago

Return of top teams for Champions Trophy means a lot to Pakistan cricket: Wasim Bari

Hindustan Times  

Karachi, Former captain Wasim Bari is glad to see the return of a global cricketing event to Pakistan through the ICC Champions Trophy, and hopes that the nightmarish days after the militant attack on Sri Lankan team in 2009 are forgotten forever. Return of top teams for Champions Trophy means a lot to Pakistan cricket: Wasim Bari Pakistan could not …

Mohammad Rizwan confirms Babar Azam's batting position for Champions Trophy: ‘He is satisfied with…’
1 month, 1 week ago

Mohammad Rizwan confirms Babar Azam's batting position for Champions Trophy: ‘He is satisfied with…’

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan on Tuesday confirmed that right-hander Babar Azam will continue opening the batting in the upcoming Champions Trophy. Mohammad Rizwan has confirmed Babar Azam's batting position for the upcoming Champions Trophy. Rizwan confirmed that Babar is comfortable with his new role and will continue opening the batting in the Champions Trophy, which is returning after almost eight …

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