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Champions Trophy 2025: Rain likely to disrupt Pakistan vs Bangladesh dead rubber.

Abubakar Bin Tallat01 mins

RAWALPINDI – Will rain disrupt Pakistan vs Bangladesh dead rubber? Both teams are already out of CT 2025. PAK vs BAN: Pitch report Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium offers a well-balanced pitch, benefitting both batters and bowlers. Early in the match, fast bowlers enjoy good pace and bounce. But, as the game progresses, the surface evens out, making stroke play easier for batters. PAK vs BAN: Weather predictions The weather forecast for Rawalpindi indicates a high likelihood of rain throughout the match, which is likely to have a significant impact on play. The rain is likely to result in a wet outfield, which could make fielding difficult and affect the pace of the game. The high probability of rain suggests that the match is likely to experience significant delays or interruptions. It’s possible that the match might be shortened or even abandoned.

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Afghanistan’s historic victory as they knocked out England

Abubakar Bin Tallat01 mins

RAWALPINDI – England out of Champions Trophy after Afghanistan defeat Omarzai’s five-fer plays vital role in Afghanistan’s victory as they defended 326-run target. Root’s century in vain Root held the chase together after England lost Phil Salt (12) and newly promoted No. 3 Jamie Smith (9) in a wobbly start to a tall chase. Omarzai knocked back the top of Salt’s stumps in his second over and England’s experiment with Smith at No. 3 didn’t work for second straight game when he skied Mohammad Nabi’s (2-57) first ball to Omarzai at backward point. Zadran leads the way The 23-year-old Zadran absorbed the pressure of losing three wickets inside the batting powerplay and anchored Afghanistan to a strong total with his sixth ODI hundred. “I wanted to bat longer and longer and that 177 is a special moment for me,” Zadran said.

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Rain delays toss in South Africa-Australia match

Abubakar Bin Tallat01 mins

RAWALPINDI – Rain and wet outfield delayed the toss in the Champions Trophy Group B match between Australia and South Africa, with covers on at the Rawalpindi Stadium on Tuesday. Umpires Chris Gaffaney and Richard Kettleborough inspected the conditions under light drizzle before deciding to delay the toss, which had been scheduled for 1:30 pm (0830 GMT). The game is likely to be affected by rain, which will continue in intervals throughout the day, as predicted by the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). According to the weather forecast, Rawalpindi is expected to experience a cloudy and cool day with intermittent afternoon showers.

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With ifs and buts, Pakistan still in the race of Champions Trophy semifinals

Abubakar Bin Tallat01 mins

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan needs to beat Bangladesh by a huge margin on 27th February. Despite losing both games, Pakistan’s hopes of going into the semifinals of ICC Champions Trophy remain mathematically possible, though highly unlikely, but depend on a series of specific match outcomes and favorable net run-rate calculations. For Pakistan to qualify: Any washout or draw in these matches would officially eliminate Pakistan from the Champions Trophy 2025.

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Pakistan fans disappointed on Green Shirts

Abubakar Bin Tallat01 mins

ISLAMABAD – Cricket fans stresses Pakistan Cricket Board to replace entire team. Disappointed by the humiliating six-wicket defeat at the hands of arch-rivals India in the high-voltage Champions Trophy encounter, Pakistan fans blasted the Green Shirts over their failure in all three departments of the game — batting, bowling and fielding. Another Pakistan cricket fan urged the Pakistan Cricket Board to replace the entire team, adding that the incumbent team should be playing in domestic cricket. A brand new team should be introduced for international encounters, the cricket fan added.

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New Zealand beat South Africa by six wickets to qualify for tri series final

Abubakar Bin Tallat02 mins

LAHORE – Williamson powers New Zealand home, Breetzke’s record 150 in vain New Zealand defeated South Africa by six wickets in the second match of tri-nation series held here on Monday. New Zealand chased down the target of 305 runs for the loss of four wickets in the 49th over and qualified for the final. Skipper Williamson scored an unbeaten 133 runs while Devon Conway made 97 runs. Earlier, South African debutant Mathew Breetzke scored a valiant 150 to help South Africa score over 300. His innings featured five maximums and 11 fours. This is the highest individual score by a batsman on ODI debut. He surpassed DL Haynes (148), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (127) Colin Ingram (124), and Mark Chapman (124) to break the record. Will O’Rourke and Matt Henry claimed two wickets each which while Micheal Bracewell also took one wicket. New Zealand won the toss and elected to field first. New Zealand secured win over Pakistan on Saturday, while South Africa is playing their first game. Injured Rachin Ravindra is replaced by Devon Conway. The all-rounder was left bloodied by the blow to his forehead after losing sight of the ball in the floodlights as he attempted a catch in the 38th over of Pakistan’s innings.

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Team Pakistan Crowned Champions at the 3rd SCG Multicultural Cup 2025

Shakir Abbasi03 mins

The 3rd SCG Multicultural Cup 2025 took place on the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG),bringing together diverse cricketing talent from across Australia in a celebration of unity andsportsmanship. The tournament featured community teams representing team Pakistan, teamAustralia, team India, Team Afghanistan, tam Lebanon, team Sri Lanka, team Bangladesh, andteam Nepal, showcasing the rich multicultural fabric of Australia.In an electrifying final, Team Pakistan clinched their first-ever SCG Multicultural Cup title,emerging as champions of the third edition of the tournament. The trophy was handed over byNick Hockley, CEO of Cricket Australia, who praised the tournament’s spirit, stating,“Events likethe SCG Multicultural Cup demonstrate how cricket unites people from different backgroundsand celebrates Australia’s diversity through sport.”Kerrie Mather, CEO of Venues NSW said,“Venues NSW is incredibly proud to host theMulticultural Cup at the SCG for the third time. This event is a true celebration of diversity,bringing communities together through the spirit of cricket. Seeing players from differentcultural backgrounds unite on this iconic ground highlights the power of sport in fosteringinclusion and camaraderie. We look forward to continuing our support for this fantastic initiativeand watching it grow even bigger in the years to come.”Kamil Khan, the founder of the SCG Multicultural Cup, emphasized the tournament’s growingimpact, remarking,“Each year, this event continues to grow, providing a platform for talentedcricketers from diverse backgrounds to come together and compete on one of the most iconicgrounds in the world.”BT Properties proudly served as the Title Sponsor, and Searchbar was the Platinum Sponsor,demonstrating their commitment to supporting multicultural cricket and fostering communityengagement.The tournament featured cricket legends and international stars, adding excitement to thecompetition. Brett Lee and Pakistan international Usman Qadir represented Team Australia,while Bangladesh international cricketer Imrul Kayes and Nepalese international Abinash Boharashowcased their talents for their respective teams.The SCG Multicultural Cup continues to grow as a premier cricketing event, celebrating diversity,talent, and the unifying spirit of the game. The success of the 2025 edition sets the stage for evengreater participation and engagement in the coming years.

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Marcus Stoinis Retires from ODI Cricket to Focus on T20s

Muhammad Saad Abbasi03 mins

Marcus Stoinis has announced his immediate retirement from One-Day International (ODI) cricket, capping his games for Australia at 74. He will continue to be available for selection in T20Is. Stoinis’ ten-year ODI career began against England in 2015 at Old Trafford. He also played his first T20 International on that tour. He had to wait until the following year for his next opportunity to establish himself in Australia’s ODI team, scoring 146 not out against New Zealand at Eden Park and taking three wickets. Stoinis was part of Australia’s ODI World Cup title in 2023 and was voted the country’s ODI cricketer of the year in 2018-19. His decision to retire from ODI format is to focus on T20 cricket. Marcus Stoinis said: “Playing ODI cricket for Australia has been an incredible journey, and I’m grateful for every moment I’ve had in the green and gold. Representing my country at the highest level is something I’ll always cherish. “This wasn’t an easy decision, but I believe it’s the right time for me to step away from ODIs and fully focus on the next chapter of my career. I’ve got a fantastic relationship with Ron (Andrew McDonald) and I’ve hugely appreciated his support. “I’ll be cheering the boys on in Pakistan.” Australian men’s Head Coach Andrew McDonald said: “Stoin has been such a pivotal part of our ODI setup for the past decade. “Not only has he been an invaluable player but also an incredible person to have in the group. He is a natural leader, an exceptionally popular player and a great person. “He should be congratulated on his ODI career and all of his achievements.” Stoinis’ retirement from ODI cricket means he will be replaced in Australia’s squad for the ICC Champion’s Trophy. The National Selection Panel (NSP) will finalise the squad for the Champion’s Trophy following the conclusion of the Test series against Sri Lanka. Every match of the ICC Champions Trophy is live and exclusive on Prime Video from February 19.

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West Indies Announces Australia Tour Itinerary: Three-Test Series & Five T20Is Scheduled

Muhammad Saad Abbasi02 mins

The West Indies Cricket Board has announced the itinerary for the Australian men’s tour in June/July this year. The tour will comprise a three Test match series for the Frank Worrell Trophy including the first Test played between the teams in Grenada and five T20 Internationals. This will be Australia’s first Test tour of the West Indies since 2015 and the first three Test series between the nations since the West Indies tour of Australia in 2015-16. Test SeriesJune 25-29, First Test: Bridgetown, BarbadosJuly 3-7, Second Test: St George’s, GrenadaJuly 12-16, Third Test: Kingston, Jamaica. T20 International SeriesJuly 20: First T20: Kingston, JamaicaJuly 22: Second T20: Kingston, JamaicaJuly 25: Third T20: Basseterre, St KittsJuly 26: Fourth T20: Basseterre, St KittsJuly 28: Fifth T20: Basseterre, St Kitts Ben Oliver, CA Executive General Manager National Teams said: “Australia and the West Indies share a rich history, and we’re delighted the Test series has been expanded to three matches. “The series will start the next World Test Championship cycle and, as we saw last summer, we will have to be at our best to retain the Frank Worrell Trophy. “The additional T20 matches against a dynamic West Indies team will also provide a great opportunity to progress our preparation for the next T20 World Cup which is now only 12 months away.”

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Australia’s Cricket Champions Shine: Annabel Sutherland & Travis Head Take Top Honors at Australian Cricket Awards

Muhammad Saad Abbasi02 mins

Annabel Sutherland and Travis Head claimed top honors at the Australian Cricket Awards, winning the Belinda Clark Award and Allan Border Medal, respectively. Sutherland, fresh off a century in the Ashes Test, excelled across all formats, scoring 798 runs and taking 34 wickets. She topped the voting with 168 points, ahead of Ashleigh Gardner (143) and Beth Mooney (115). Head’s stellar year saw him score 1427 runs, securing 208 votes, with Josh Hazlewood (158) and Pat Cummins (147) trailing. Gardner won Women’s ODI Player of the Year, Mooney took the T20I title, and Hazlewood claimed the Shane Warne Men’s Test Player award with 30 wickets at 13.17. Head was named Men’s ODI Player of the Year, while Adam Zampa won the T20 award with 35 wickets. Glenn Maxwell and Cooper Connolly shared the BBL Player of the Tournament, while Ellyse Perry and Jess Jonassen tied for the WBBL title. Cameron Green received the Community Impact Award for his work raising awareness of chronic kidney disease. Frankie Mountney, a young cricketer who wears cochlear implants, was named Woolworths Cricket Blaster of the Year. Michael Clarke, Christina Matthews, and Michael Bevan were inducted into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame.

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