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Azmatullah Omarzai, a beacon for Afghanistan’s GenNext

NEW DELHI: Among the new generation of Afghanistan cricketers, Azmatullah Omarzai has emerged as a beacon of hope. Born in Nurgal district of Kunar Province, Azmatullah grew up in a region where opportunities were scarce and dreams limited. He began his cricketing journey on those very streets, seemingly destined to…

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GT vs PBKS Preview, IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer leads Punjab Kings against Gujarat Titans in season opener

NEW DELHI: Punjab Kings will kick off their IPL 2025 campaign against Gujarat Titans on Tuesday, with Shreyas Iyer leading the charge in his first match as captain. The franchise, still searching for its elusive maiden title after 18 years, hopes Iyer’s proven leadership will inspire a turnaround. Iyer previously…

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IPL 2025: Punjab Kings Team Preview - SWOT Analysis and Best XI

Punjab Kings, one of the founding franchises of the Indian Premier League (IPL), continue their quest for a maiden title since their debut in 2008. Punjab have consistently struggled to find success in the league, only reaching the final once (in 2014) in their 17 attempts so far.

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Basit Ali picks Champions Trophy XI with no Pakistani players, backs Rohit Sharma as captain

Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has revealed his ICC Champions Trophy playing XI after the tournament concluded with India clinching a record third title in Dubai. The Rohit Sharma-led Indian team defeated New Zealand by four wickets in a thrilling final to lift the coveted trophy.

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Australians snubbed for Champions Trophy best XI

Champions Trophy semi-finalists Australia have been overlooked for the official team of the tournament with winners India snagging five places plus 12th man.

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Virat Kohli, Rachin Ravindra lead 'Player of the Tournament' race ahead of Champions Trophy final

As anticipation builds for the ICC Champions Trophy final between India and New Zealand at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled the nominees for the prestigious 'Player of the Tournament' award.

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Australia into Champions Trophy semis after washout against Afghanistan

Teams share the points after rain halted Australia’s chase while Afghanistan could still qualify if England hammer South Africa

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ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Australia reach last four; Afghanistan on brink

Australia reach Champions Trophy semifinals after washout with Afghanistan, who are left to wait on South Africa result.

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Champions Trophy: Australia face Afghanistan with semifinal berth at stake

NEW DELHI: Australia are aiming for a semifinal slot, but their long history in cricket's biggest competitions will be for nothing when they face an Afghanistan team that is quickly solidifying its position at the top of the table in the Champions Trophy in Lahore on Friday.

The Times of India

Ibrahim Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai shine as Afghanistan knock England out of Champions Trophy

NEW DELHI: Ibrahim Zadran's magnificent 177 and Azmatullah Omarzai's five-wicket haul propelled Afghanistan to a nail-biting eight-run win over England on Wednesday, eliminating the latter from Champions Trophy contention.

The Times of India

England crash out of Champions Trophy after nail-biting defeat by Afghanistan

A brave innings from Joe Root failed to save England from crashing out of the Champions Trophy following a nail-biting defeat against Afghanistan

The Guardian - UK

England chase 326 against Afghanistan after Ibrahim Zadran’s stunning 177

Defeat in Lahore would see England exit the Champions Trophy.

The Independent UK

Champions Trophy cricket: team-by-team guide to the tournament

Pakistan have a potentially destructive pace attack, Australia have been weakened and Afghanistan will debut

The Guardian - UK

Jasprit Bumrah, Amelia Kerr top ICC Awards 2024

Bumrah becomes the first Indian to win the Sir Garfield Sobers Cricketer of the Year award since Virat Kohli in 2018.

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ICC Men's ODI Bowler Rankings: Pakistan's Shaheen Afridi jumps three places to top spot

Pakistan has received a boost just months ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy, as Shaheen Afridi has regained the No. 1 spot in the latest ICC Men's ODI Bowler Rankings. This is a significant achievement for Pakistan during a strong week for the team's performances, with England and Sri Lanka's…

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Ton-up Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Azmatullah Omarzai propel Afghanistan to series win over Bangladesh

NEW DELHI: Opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz hit an electrifying century while Azmatullah Omarzai delivered an all-around performance as Afghanistan secured a five-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the third ODI in Sharjah to clinch a 2-1 series win on Monday.

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Afghanistan create history with thumping win, secure first ODI series victory over South Africa

Afghanistan secured their first one-day international (ODI) series win against South Africa on Friday with a massive 177-run victory, their biggest winning margin by runs in 50-over internationals. The Afghans had won the first ODI of the three-match series by six wickets.

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One-off Test: New Zealand eye World Test Championship momentum against Afghanistan

NEW DELHI: In the one-off Test beginning on Monday in Greater Noida, New Zealand will look to take advantage of Afghanistan's relative lack of red-ball cricket experience in order to gain momentum before their next World Test Championship challenges in the subcontinent.

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T20 World Cup: South Africa banish semifinal jinx with 9-wicket win over Afghanistan

NEW DELHI: South Africa defeated an emotionally spent Afghanistan by nine wickets at Tarouba, Trinidad, to advance to their first-ever T20 World Cup final. They did this by casting aside their agonizing semifinal jinx with a masterful display of pace bowling.

The Times of India

T20 World Cup: Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah sizzle as India thrash Afghanistan by 47 runs in Super 8 game

NEW DELHI: A fearless half-century from swashbuckling Suryakumar Yadav was followed by a special spell from Jasprit Bumrah as India secured a commanding 47-run victory over Afghanistan in their opening Super 8 fixture of the T20 World Cup on Thursday in Barbados.

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T20 World Cup: Nicholas Pooran shines as West Indies pummel Afghanistan to finish top of Group C

NEW DELHI: West Indies' left-hander Nicholas Pooran showcased a blend of elegance and power as he scored 98 runs, including eight sixes, on Monday. His performance propelled his team to a 104-run victory over Afghanistan in the final first-round match of the Twenty20 World Cup at Gros Islet in St…

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T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka register scrappy win over Ireland in warm-up game

NEW DELHI: In their T20 World Cup warm-up match in Lauderhill, former champions Sri Lanka overcame some nervous moments to defeat Ireland by 41 runs behind an impressive all-around effort from Dasun Shanaka, which included bowling figures of 4/23.

The Hindu

IPL-17: RCB vs GT | Royal Challengers will strive to keep their momentum going as they host Gill’s Gujarat Titans

Indian Premier League 2024: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans in Bengaluru on May 4 2024

The Hindu

Eight IPL players named in Afghanistan T20 World Cup squad

Afghanistan T20 World Cup squad led by Rashid Khan includes eight IPL players, with Hazmatullah Shahidi left out.

The Hindu

IPL-17: GT vs RCB | Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be hoping its turnaround story continues as it faces Gujarat Titans

Indian Premier League 2024: Gujarat Titans vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Ahmedabad on April 28, 2024.

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