3 weeks, 6 days ago

Thrilled by Afghan win, Ravi Shastri fires sharp message to England: No excuses

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri sent a strong message to England after Jos Buttler's men were shown the exit door from Champions Trophy. Champions Trophy 2025: Afghanistan vs England Highlights Zadran played a record-breaking innings of 177, smashing 12 fours and six sixes, rescuing Afghanistan from a precarious position of 37/3 after Jofra Archer rocked them with his new-ball spell. Following their win, Ravi Shastri posted a reaction on his X account, urging England to play without excuses. Source: @RaviShastriOFC X account Former England captain Michael Vaughan also congratulated Afghanistan for their remarkable win along with other fans and pundits.

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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Upbeat Afghanistan plots Australia’s downfall

The Hindu

“You think we will come only to play with Maxwell? Do you think it will be like that?,” asked Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi, as he addressed the media ahead of the Champions Trophy group league fixture against Australia. He paused for a moment, and added with a smile: “We have plans for the entire Australian team and I know that …

3 weeks, 5 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Lalchand Rajput not surprised by Afghanistan’s stellar show

The Hindu

Afghanistan’s victory over England on Wednesday has given the side a real shot at qualifying for the knockout stages of the Champions Trophy. File photo: Former India cricketer Rajput coached Afghanistan from 2016 to 2017, during which time the team also got its Test status. Afghanistan’s Azmatullah Omarzai celebrates taking the final wicket of England that secured their win in …

3 weeks, 5 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Afghanistan aims to put behind Maxwell scars and add another scalp in Australia

The Hindu

3 weeks, 5 days ago

Won't make any emotional statements now: Buttler on captaincy after loss to Afghanistan

Deccan Chronicle

Lahore: England skipper Jos Buttler said he wouldn't like to make any "emotional statements" on his captaincy but "all possibilities" are on the table after his side was shockingly eliminated from the Champions Trophy by Afghanistan here on Wednesday. But I think for myself and the other guys at the top, we should consider all possibilities," said Buttler in the …

3 weeks, 5 days ago

Buoyant Afghans plot Australia downfall after dumping out England

Hindustan Times

Afghanistan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi on Thursday targeted another big scalp in the form of Australia after knocking England out of the Champions Trophy, with a semi-final spot the prize. Next they play world champions Australia at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium on Friday in their final group match and must win to reach the last four of the eight-nation tournament. "Obviously a …

3 weeks, 5 days ago

'I messaged him, he literally wept': Former England cricketer cries after Afghanistan push them out of Champions Trophy

Hindustan Times

Former England cricketer Neil Fairbrother cried after Afghanistan knocked them out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Afghanistan's Gulbadin Naib, center, celebrates after taking the wicket of England's Liam Livingstone Akram said he had to remind his "good friend" that it was just a game and Afghanistan defeating England in Pakistani conditions was always on the cards. Buttler to review …

3 weeks, 5 days ago

AFG vs ENG Champion Trophy: Sachin Tendulkar leads cricket world in praising Afghanistan after win over England

The Hindu

The legendary Sachin Tendulkar led the cricket world in showering praise on Afghanistan for their stunning eight-run victory over England in the Champions Trophy, saying their wins "can't be termed as upsets anymore." Batting first, Afghanistan rode on opener Ibrahim Zadran's brilliant 177 off 146 balls to post 325 for seven in Lahore on Wednesday, and then, Azmatullah Omarzai's exploits …

3 weeks, 5 days ago

WATCH: Old Video Of PAK & AFG Fans Fighting Resurfaces After Afghanistan’s Thrilling Win Over England

ABP News

Afghanistan knocked England out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal race with a narrow eight-run win on February 26 at Lahore. The Black Caps registered wins over hosts Pakistan and Bangladesh, while India followed suit in reverse order—defeating Bangladesh by six wickets before outclassing Pakistan by the same margin in Dubai. ALSO ON ABP Live | Afghanistan Stun England …

3 weeks, 6 days ago

'Take playing in subcontinent seriously': Shastri goes ruthless at England, Vaughan 'not surprised' with shock AFG loss

Hindustan Times

Afghanistan delivered another seismic shock in world cricket, sending Jos Buttler's England crashing out of the 2025 Champions Trophy with a thrilling 8-run victory on Wednesday. Afghanistan players celebrate after winning the match their Group B match against England England, chasing 326 for survival, crumbled under pressure despite Joe Root’s valiant 120. Vaughan not pleased with England Former England captain …

3 weeks, 6 days ago

Shoaib Akhtar recalls inspiring message to Afghan player, celebrates England's exit

India Today

Pakistan cricket legend Shoaib Akhtar was thrilled after Afghanistan's thrilling win over England in the Champions Trophy on February 26. Akhtar shared how he had encouraged Naib to do whatever it takes to secure victories against England and Australia, a message that seemed to have inspired Afghanistan’s fighting spirit. Afghanistan’s historic 8-run victory over the defending champions knocked England out …

3 weeks, 6 days ago

How cricket greats reacted to Afghanistan's win vs England, ft Sachin Tendulkar

India Today

Afghanistan’s thrilling win over England in their Champions Trophy Group B clash on February 26 left the cricketing world in awe. The match saw edge-of-the-seat action, prompting many cricketing greats, including Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar, to heap praise on Afghanistan’s spirited performance. #ChampionsTrophy2025 — Michael Vaughan February 26, 2025 Even former India cricketer and former Afghanistan mentor Ajay Jadeja took …

3 weeks, 6 days ago

Jos Buttler ready to lead England even without captaincy tag: I enjoy it

India Today

England skipper Jos Buttler, who is under scrutiny following England’s premature Champions Trophy exit, has reaffirmed his commitment to leading the side, regardless of whether he officially holds the captaincy. England’s defeat to Afghanistan, which sealed their elimination from the semi-final race, has intensified criticism over the team’s leadership and management, especially given their extended run of poor form. Azmatullah …

England eliminated from Champions Trophy after defeat to Afghanistan

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

England eliminated from Champions Trophy after defeat to Afghanistan

The Independent

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Afghanistan Stun England In High-Scoring Thriller, Keep CT 2025 Semifinal Hopes Alive

ABP News

ENG Vs AFG: Afghanistan attain a famous 8-run win against England in ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Group B match on Wednesday, February 26 to keep their semi-final hopes alive, as Joe Root's impressive 120 goes in vain. 🤩 This marks Afghanistan's second consecutive victory over England in ICC… pic.twitter.com/wHfxnuZiPc — Afghanistan Cricket Board February 26, 2025 England's Run-Chase In A …

3 weeks, 6 days ago

Afghanistan send England packing to reinforce giant-slayer legacy as Zadran, Omarzai fuel shock Champions Trophy exit

Hindustan Times

Afghanistan stunned England yet again in an ICC tournament, defeating the side at the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025 to knock Jos Buttler’s men out of the tournament. Afghanistan's Azmatullah Omarzai celebrates with teammates after taking a catch to dismiss England's Jamie Smith Despite Joe Root’s valiant century, England crumbled under pressure, unable to chase down the 326-run target as they …

1 month ago

AFG vs ENG, Champions Trophy Highlights: Afghanistan knock out England with 8-run win in Lahore

India Today

23:19 IST: Hashmatullah Shahidi, the skipper of Afghanistan, says that he is pretty happy with the team’s effort and the entire nation back home will be happy for this win as an underdog has rewritten history again. Adds that it was a wholesome experience beating England in the World Cup 2023 and they are improving day-by-day which is showing in …

1 month ago

Afghanistan pull off a miracle in Lahore, England out of Champions Trophy

India TV News

Afghanistan pull off a miracle in Lahore, England out of Champions Trophy Afghanistan beat England to remain alive in the Champions Trophy 2025. The game was slipping away from the Hashmatullah Shahidi-led side but the wicket of Joe Root changed the complexion of the game as Afghanistan beat England by eight runs to remain alive in the Champions Trophy 2025. …

1 month ago

AFG vs ENG: Shahidi confident Afghanistan can replicate World Cup heroics vs England

India Today

Hashmatullah Shahidi stated that Afghanistan will carry the confidence from their 2023 World Cup victory over England into their upcoming Group B clash in the 2025 Champions Trophy. October 15, 2023, was a landmark day for Afghan cricket as they secured a 69-run win over England at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points …

1 month ago

Jamie Smith bumped up the order to three for England’s Champions Trophy opener

The Independent

1 month ago

Afghanistan men’s cricketers brush off calls to boycott them at Champions Trophy

Associated Press

KARACHI, Pakistan — Captain Hashmatullah Shahidi has dismissed political calls to boycott Afghanistan’s cricket games on the eve of their first Champions Trophy match. Politicians in England and South Africa urged their cricket authorities to forfeit the Champions Trophy group games against Afghanistan because of the Taliban’s ban on women’s sport and erosion of women’s rights. South Africa Sports Minister …

2 months ago

Jos Buttler makes massive statement on England vs Afghanistan clash in ICC Champions Trophy 2025 amid boycott calls

Live Mint

England captain Jos Buttler hoped that the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 clash against Afghanistan will go as planned despite calls of boycotting the game after Taliban regime's assault on women rights. They wrote a letter to the England and Wales Cricket Board, urging the cricket team to boycott the match against Afghanistan. "Political situations like this, as a player you're …

4 months ago

Cricket legend Ravi Shastri's incredible moment on live TV sends fans wild before the India vs Australia Test had even started

Daily Mail

The highly anticipated Test series between India and Australia got off to an incredible start before a ball had even been bowled on Friday courtesy of a head-turning performance by the legendary Ravi Shastri. Aussie skipper Pat Cummins, his counterpart Jasprit Bumrah, and icons of the game Allan Border and Sunil Gavaskar gathered with the match official out in the …

8 months, 2 weeks ago

'Don't think Michael's lifted a Cup ever': Ravi Shastri's befitting reply to Vaughan's 'India-centric T20WC' criticism

Hindustan Times

Afghanistan's forgettable show in the T20 World Cup semifinal match against South Africa, just a day after scripting history, left former England captain Michael Vaughan blaming the organisers for favouring India. However, Vaughan received a mouth-shutting response from ex-India head coach Ravi Shastri as he questioned his credentials over criticising the T20 World Cup's scheduling. Ravi Shastri was not happy …

1 year ago

Ravi Shastri hands brutal '12-2, no contest' reality check to pre-series talk on England after India's Bazball victory

Hindustan Times

Leading up to the series, English media repeatedly gave a stern reminder to India over their 2012 feat. England were the last team to have defeated India at home in a Test series with the likes of Alastair Cook, Kevin Pietersen and Graeme Swann delivering the stunner. However, after the Ben Stokes-led side suffered a fourth consecutive defeat against India, …

1 year, 4 months ago

Don’t say ‘upset’: Shahidi on Afghanistan’s thrilling Cricket World Cup run

Al Jazeera

Afghanistan’s captain talks to Al Jazeera about his side’s dramatic campaign, winning mantras and their growing belief. Lucknow, India – Afghanistan have had a record-breaking Cricket World Cup campaign so far, beating three former champions to put themselves in contention for a first-ever semifinal, but captain Hashmatullah Shahidi does not like the term “upset” being used for the victories. “We …

1 year, 4 months ago

Cricket World Cup 2023 AFG vs SL | The Afghanistan faithful have the time of their lives!!!

The Hindu

As Afghanistan outmuscled Sri Lanka to a convincing seven-wicket win in the ODI World Cup at the MCA Stadium in Pune on Monday, a smattering of Afghan fans in the stands were dancing in joy. The exuberance of the Afghan fans soon rubbed onto the local crowd, who slowly began to align themselves with Hashmatullah Shahidi’s side and celebrated its …

1 year, 5 months ago

'Just because we've lost a game to Afghanistan...' - Jonny Bairstow predicts comeback from confident England

India TV News

England's star batter Jonny Bairstow has predicted a strong comeback from the Three Lions after the team's shocking defeat to Afghanistan on October 15. England were stunned by Afghanistan in their third World Cup 2023 game and found themselves under pressure to defend their title. "There's a reason why the guys won the T20 World Cup last year; there's a …

1 year, 5 months ago

World Cup 2023: Ravi Shastri praises Afghanistan for 'biggest upset' after win over England

India Today

Renowned cricket personality Ravi Shastri, known for his iconic 'chapati shot' and a successful career as a player and coach, recently expressed his admiration for the Afghanistan cricket team's historic victory over England in the World Cup 2023. @rashidkhan_19 @Mujeeb_R88 #CWC2023 #ENGvsAFG pic.twitter.com/o59wpS6Sxc — Ravi Shastri October 15, 2023 This victory is indeed a significant milestone for Afghanistan, a team …

1 year, 5 months ago

Tendulkar exposes major England flaw in shock WC 'downfall' vs Afghanistan; Sehwag sounds semifinal warning bell

Hindustan Times

Afghanistan on Sunday breathed life into the ongoing 2023 World Cup after pulling of an upset for the ages at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Scripting their only second win ever in World Cup history, Afghanistan beat defending champions England by an emphatic margin of 69 runs to leave latter's campaign hanging in balance. The stunning victory also marked …

1 year, 5 months ago

England’s World Cup hopes in jeopardy after shock Afghanistan defeat

The Independent

1 year, 5 months ago

England vs Afghanistan LIVE: Cricket World Cup result and reaction as reigning champions suffer shock defeat

The Independent

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1 year, 5 months ago

Cricket World Cup 2023 | Rohit’s Men in Blue primed to have a smooth passage against Afghanistan

The Hindu

Deep in the heart of Delhi with its symbols of power, tree-lined roads, dry heat and dodgy air, the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Kotla for the old fans, geared up for Wednesday’s World Cup clash between India and Afghanistan. Having got past Australia in Chennai, Rohit Sharma’s men start as the obvious favourite but a little statistical detail remains: India and …

2 years, 8 months ago

'Told selectors, 'look for someone'. But...': Ravi Shastri reveals reason that 'cost India couple of World Cups'

Hindustan Times

Ravi Shastri's tenure as Team India's head coach saw the side become one of the best Test playing nations. Under Shastri, India registered twin series victories in Australia, and also achieved world no.1 ranking in the longest format of the game. While India lost in the final of the World Test Championship to New Zealand in 2021, the side also …

2 years, 11 months ago

‘I think we had a better team than 83’: Ravi Shastri wishes he could reverse India's two semifinal defeats in World Cup

Hindustan Times

Ravi Shastri's tenure as India coach was a memorable one. File photo of India head coach Ravi Shastri Apart from his glories in red-ball cricket, the team did exceedingly well in the limited-over format as well. However, when asked to the former coach if there was any result he would like to change, Shastri pointed out the heart-breaking defeat against …

3 years, 3 months ago

An attempt was made to ensure I didn't get India coach job in 2017: Ravi Shastri

India Today

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has alleged that an attempt was made to ensure he did not get the India head coach job in 2017. Shastri came on board in 2017 and served as the head coach of the team until the T20 World Cup in 2021. SHASTRI ON 2019 WORLD CUP SELECTION Meanwhile, Shastri also said that he …

3 years, 4 months ago

Ravi Shastri: Sooner or later, the bubble will burst

The Hindu

Outgoing India head coach Ravi Shastri issued an indirect caution to the cricket administrators regarding workload management. But sooner or later, the bubble will burst, so you have got to be careful.” READ| With the suspended Indian Premier League squeezed between the England tour and the World Cup, the Indian team hardly trained together for a week for the World …

3 years, 4 months ago

Ravi Shastri leaves Indian dressing room with riveting speech on last day as head coach

Hindustan Times

Trust Ravi Shastri to mesmerize you with his words every time he speaks. It was therefore not a surprise to those who know him or have followed his cricketing journey - as a player, broadcaster and coach - when Shastri gave a riveting speech - his last - to the Indian players in the dressing room before signing off as …

3 years, 4 months ago

T20 World Cup 2021: Virat Kohli shouldn’t take Afghanistan lightly, they are no pushovers

Firstpost

Afghanistan have won their two games against Scotland and Namibia, and were on the verge of an upset victory against Pakistan before Asif Ali took the game away with four sixes in one over. But the hype and hoopla around Team India had created a narrative that the World Cup was ours for the taking. Coming to today’s match against …

3 years, 6 months ago

ENG vs IND: Just think Lord's, forget Leeds; Ravi Shastri's message to India

India TV News

Team India will be heading into the Oval Test on the back of a humiliating innings defeat in Leeds but head coach Ravi Shastri has shared a clear-cut message to the Virat Kohli-led side: "Just think Lord's, forget the last one". Shastri further admitted that getting bowled out for 78 in the first innings of the third Test against England …

3 years, 7 months ago

To win at Lord's as a player and coach is very special: Ravi Shastri relishes iconic double at Home of Cricket

India Today

Ravi Shastri was at the helm of the Indian team when India were handed a crushing defeat inside 3 days at Lord's in 2018. Cut to 2021, Ravi Shastri was a proud coach, watching the final England wicket fall on Monday evening as India scripted a terrific comeback on the final day to win the Lord's Test and go 1-0 …

4 years, 2 months ago

Ravi Shastri ensured Indian team did not go down, instead pulled them back up, says Inzamam-ul-Haq

India Today

Former Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq heaped praise on Team India head coach Ravi Shastri for the way he inspired his side to victory in the recent Test series against Australia Down Under. A young and inexperienced Indian team stunned the Aussies by 3 wickets in the Brisbane Test earlier this week to clinch the four-match series 2-1 and retain the Border-Gavaskar …

5 years, 2 months ago

Ravi Shastri: World Cup an obsession for Team India

The Hindu

Winning a World title is an “obsession” for India coach Ravi Shastri, who says the upcoming six ODIs against New Zealand and South Africa could be used as a platform for his team’s preparations for the ICC T20 World Cup in Australia this October. Yes, the World Cup remains an obsession and we will do all to fulfil that ambition,” …

5 years, 8 months ago

Shai Hope, Carlos Brathwaite script hard-fought victory for West Indies as Afghanistan end disappointing World Cup without win

Firstpost

West Indies’ Shai Hope was the best pick among the Caribbean batsmen as he top-scored with 77 in their 23-run win over Afghanistan during their World Cup clash against Afghanistan in Leeds on Thursday. AP Swashbuckling West Indies batsman Chris Gayle had a forgettable outing in what was his last-ever World Cup clash. He broke Sachin Tendulkar’s record of registering …

5 years, 9 months ago

India vs Afghanistan, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: 'If any match deserved to finish with a hat trick it was that one', Twitter celebrates last-over thriller

Firstpost

Here’s how Twitter reacted to India’s thrilling win over Afghanistan at Southampton, extending India’s unbeaten run in the World Cup. Mohammed Shami took a dramatic hat-trick to finally clinch a thrilling 11-run win over Afghanistan after the minnows threatened one of the biggest shocks in World Cup history in Southampton on Saturday. #CWC19 — Nikhil 🏏 June 22, 2019 But …

5 years, 9 months ago

World Cup Memories: ‘Please don't get out, please don't get out’, Hamid Hassan relives emotional chat with Samiullah Shinwari and Afghanistan's historic first win

Firstpost

There is something about Afghanistan cricket that allures the cricketing world. Afghanistan’s Shapoor Zadran celebrates after hitting the winning runs in their historic win against Scotland in 2015 World Cup. “Every time he hit a six or a boundary, he came to me and, ‘Hamid please don’t get out, please don’t get out’,” Hamid recalls. And then everybody came to …

6 years, 6 months ago

Shastri: India will not throw in the towel

The Hindu

Ravi Shastri has sought to defend India's recent record overseas in the wake of the series defeat to England. "If you look at the last three years, we have won nine matches overseas and three series," he said, ahead of the fifth Test at the Oval. "I can't see any other Indian team in the last 15-20 years that has …

6 years, 7 months ago

The Ravi Shastri irony: Crisis man in 2014, facing the heat in 2018

India Today

"The conditions will be testing but these one-and-a-half years will define Indian cricket." Harbhajan Singh furious after Lord's defeat: Make coach Shastri accountable Under Shastri, India toured Sri Lanka and they beat the island nation 3-0 in Tests. Shastri's second Test assignment since becoming India's full-time coach was also against Sri Lanka, who toured India to play a full-fledged series. …

6 years, 8 months ago

Team selection a happy headache for Shastri & Co

Deccan Chronicle

India beat Ireland hands down in the two T20 internationals. This was a fine build-up to the contests against England that start next week no doubt, but may have left Shastri, Kohli and the team management perplexed about player selection going ahead. India’s batsmen revelled in hot conditions on flat pitches and against mediocre bowling to notch up two 200-plus …

7 years ago

ICC World Cup Qualifier: Afghanistan cricket chief 'gutted, frustrated and extremely sorry' after qualifying dream all but over

Firstpost

After losses to Scotland and hosts Zimbabwe, new Test side Afghanistan’s hopes were hanging by a thread, but they collapsed to 195-9 in pursuit of 242 to beat Hong Kong, with rain ensuring a 30-run defeat on DLS method. Harare: A “gutted” Afghanistan cricket chief Shafiq Stanikzai apologised to fans on Thursday after the team’s shock defeat by Hong Kong …

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Afghanistan vs South Africa Cricket highlights, Champions Trophy 2025: South Africa thrash Afghanistan by 107 runs in Karachi

Times of India

Afghanistan vs South Africa Cricket highlights: Opener Ryan Rickelton struck a maiden one-day international hundred as South Africa routed Afghanistan by 107 runs in the Champions Trophy in Karachi on Friday. Rickelton cracked a 106-ball 103 with seven boundaries and a six to anchor South Africa's imposing total of 315-6 in the Group B match at the National Stadium. South …

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