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'A political selection; a joke': Former cricketers slam Pakistan's Champions Trophy squad

Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has criticised the squad selected for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 by the hosts, calling it “a political selection” and blaming the national selection committee for making controversial decisions.

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No Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman returns in Pakistan's squad for Champions Trophy

NEW DELHI: Pakistan on Friday brought back top-order batter Fakhar Zaman while Saim Ayub missed out due to injury as the selectors named the squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy schedule to start from February 19.

The Times of India

Pakistan struggle in second Test as West Indies sniff series-levelling win

NEW DELHI: Kevin Sinclair led Windies spin trio to give the tourists a chance of levelling the series in the second Test on Sunday as Pakistan struggled to 76 for 4 after day two in Multan.

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Rohit Sharma captain, four Indians in ICC Men's T20I Team of the Year

NEW DELHI: Rohit Sharma, who led India to their second ICC T20 World Cup title, has been named the skipper of the ICC Men's T20I Team of the Year 2024. The team, which reflects India's dominance in the format, also features Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, and Hardik Pandya among its…

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Noman Ali scripts history, becomes first Pakistani spinner to take hat-trick in Test cricket - WATCH

NEW DELHI: Noman Ali etched his name in history as Pakistan’s first spinner to claim a Test cricket hat trick. The 38-year-old achieved the milestone on the opening day of the second Test against the West Indies at Multan Cricket Stadium.

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Why Babar Azam may not open for Pakistan against West Indies

NEW DELHI: According to Geo News, former captain Babar Azam will not open for Pakistan in the two forthcoming home Test matches against the West Indies.

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South Africa book WTC Final spot with thrilling win over Pakistan, India's chances slim further

South Africa booked their place in the World Test Championship (WTC) Final after beating Pakistan in the first of two-match Test series. The Proteas chased down the seemingly modest 148-run target in thrilling fashion, winning by two wickets on the fourth day.

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Arshdeep Singh nominated for ICC T20I Cricketer of the Year

NEW DELHI: India's left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh has been shortlisted for the ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year award after a stellar year on the international stage. The nomination recognizes his pivotal role in India’s success, including a memorable performance during their T20 World Cup triumph in Barbados. Arshdeep…

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After 733 days, Babar Azam finally breaks unwanted streak in Test cricket

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam on Saturday ended an unwanted streak, notching up a half-century in Test cricket after a gap of 733 days.

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Babar Azam makes history, becomes third player after Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to secure elusive feat

NEW DELHI: Pakistani batter Babar Azam on Thursday achieved a remarkable milestone by joining an exclusive group of cricketers who have accumulated over 4,000 runs across all three international cricket formats.

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Watch: When Sam Konstas chose Virat Kohli over Steve Smith

NEW DELHI: As Australian opener Sam Konstas made a dazzling debut against India in the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground for the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Thursday, his knock was also marked by an on-field altercation with Virat Kohli.

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'We have more questions than answers': South Africa captain Temba Bavuma after series whitewash by Pakistan

NEW DELHI: After a series loss to Pakistan at home, South African skipper Temba Bavuma voiced his disappointment, stating the team has "more questions than answers" and needs "deep introspection as a team and at the individual level."

The Times of India

Virat Kohli vs Babar Azam comparison makes me laugh, says ex-Pakistan seamer Mohammad Amir

NEW DELHI: Recently retired Pakistan seamer Mohammad Amir says Virat Kohli is the greatest 'player of this generation' and his comparisons with the likes of Babar Azam, Joe Root and Steve Smith 'make me laugh'.

The Times of India

Watch: Rizwan's verbal clash with Klaasen and Miller in Cape Town, Babar acts as pacifier

Pakistan secured an emphatic 81-run victory against South Africa in the second ODI at Newlands, Cape Town, clinching the three-match series with an unassailable 2-0 lead. While the contributions of veterans Babar Azam (73) and Mohammad Rizwan (80) were pivotal in setting a competitive total of 329, and the bowling…

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Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan star as Pakistan take unassailable 2-0 lead against South Africa

NEW DELHI: Pakistan defeated South Africa by 81 runs in the second one-day international at Newlands, Cape Town on Thursday, thanks to the efforts of veterans Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan.

The Times of India

'When you give players ... ': Pakistan's Azam Khan's post goes viral

NEW DELHI: Pakistan wicketkeeper-batsman Azam Khan shared an Instagram story praising his teammate Saim Ayub. Despite Pakistan's seven-wicket defeat in the second T20I against South Africa at SuperSport Park in Centurion, Ayub impressed with an unbeaten 98-run innings.

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Lahore High Court adjourns hearing in alleged sexual harassment case against Babar Azam

A Lahore High Court hearing concerning rape allegations against Pakistan cricketer Babar Azam has been postponed until December 16. The delay was granted due to the absence of Babar's senior lawyer, Barrister Haris Azmat. His junior lawyer requested the adjournment.

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South Africa vs Pakistan – T20 series: When, where, teams, head-to-head

Klaasen leads South Africa in Markram’s absence as they meet Rizwan-led Pakistan in three-match T20 series from Tuesday.

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Basit Ali questions former Pakistan skipper's return to Test side

NEW DELHI: Former cricketer Basit Ali has expressed concerns about Pakistan's squad selection for the South Africa tour, particularly regarding Babar Azam's inclusion and Shaheen Shah Afridi's omission from the Test squad.

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Pakistan rest Afridi for South Africa Tests with eye on Champions Trophy

Shaheen Afridi’s exclusion from Test squad termed a ‘strategic decision’ ahead of Pakistan’s home ICC event in 2025.

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Babar Azam included in Pakistan squad for all formats for South Africa tour

Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam will feature in Tests as well as both the white-ball formats on the team's upcoming tour of South Africa, but fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi has been rested for the red-ball leg of the tour.

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'Neurological wiring change karna padega...': Shoaib Akhtar on what Babar Azam needs to do in Champions Trophy

NEW DELHI: former Pakistan captain Babar Azam has been struggling with a significant dip in form across formats over the past year.

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'It's the captain and players who...': Pakistan's interim white-ball coach Aaqib Javed makes a big statement

NEW DELHI: Former fast bowler Aaqib Javed, who was recently appointed Pakistan's interim white-ball coach, on Wednesday commented that while coaches play a role, it is ultimately the captain and players who win matches.

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EXCLUSIVE | Mohammad Rizwan is following in MS Dhoni's footsteps: Ex-Pakistan cricketer

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan wicketkeeper Zulqarnain Haider has expressed his happiness over Mohammad Rizwan’s appointment as Pakistan’s white-ball captain. The 32-year-old wicketkeeper-batter started his captaincy tenure on a winning note, leading Pakistan to a historic series victory in Australia during a three-match ODI series.

Al Jazeera

Pakistan vs Australia T20 series: Match times, squads, head-to-head, news

Pakistan will look to emulate their ODI form when they play Australia in a three-match T20 series, starting in Brisbane.

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