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World Cup: Pakistan face uphill task, England aim for Champions Trophy qualification

NEW DELHI: In a high-stakes clash, Pakistan face a near-impossible task of making it to the World Cup semifinals, needing a miraculous win with an unthinkable margin against a charged-up England. New Zealand's victory over Sri Lanka has virtually shattered Pakistan's semifinal hopes, requiring them to beat England by an…

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Afghanistan needs help to build on Cricket World Cup success, Umar Gul says

Ex-Afghanistan bowling coach tells Al Jazeera about the country’s challenges and cricket’s role in cross-border tension.

Al Jazeera

Beaten, but Afghanistan is story and hero of this World Cup

Salar Sayed doesn't want to talk. "I am heartbroken right now," says the Kabul-born ticketing agent sitting behind his Lajpat Nagar desk in south Delhi. It's the noon after Afghanistan lost to Australia in the World Cup, and Afghan expatriates like him are still in mourning. They are agonising over…

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'There's a lot of confidence...': New Zealand ready for business end of World Cup

NEW DELHI: After breaking a four-match losing streak against Sri Lanka in their last round-robin clash, New Zealand's paceman Lockie Ferguson expressed confidence as they likely head into a World Cup semi-final against India. The crushing five-wicket victory on Thursday has positioned the Black Caps well, with Pakistan and Afghanistan…

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Lock England dressing room, get them timed out: Wasim Akram's hilarious take on Pakistan's semi-final chances

NEW DELHI: New Zealand have virtually knocked both Afghanistan and Pakistan out of the race to the ICC World Cup semi-finals, leaving the two teams only mathematically alive after Sri Lanka proved to be no match for the Kiwis in their last league fixture in Bengaluru on Thursday.

The Times of India

SA vs AFG, ODI World Cup: When and where to watch, head-to-head, live telecast, live streaming, predicted playing XIs, venue

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan's cricket team captain, Hashmatullah Shahidi, expressed his disappointment as dreams of a World Cup semi-final spot slipped away. Despite securing victories against reigning champions England, as well as Pakistan and Sri Lanka, Afghanistan faced a setback against Australia, with Glenn Maxwell's exceptional innings proving to be a…

The Times of India

England’s Ben Stokes has ‘no idea’ if Pakistan clash will be his last ODI

Stokes retired from the 50-over format in 2022 citing an unsustainable workload, only to be tempted back to take part in England’s title defence.

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Playing India would be challenging if New Zealand are fortunate to secure a semis berth, says Kane Williamson

New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson said it'd be challenging to face India in semis; Boult and Ravindra praised Williamson's leadership; Afghanistan & Pakistan need huge wins to qualify.

The Hindu

Playing India would be challenging if New Zealand are fortunate to secure a semis berth: Kane Williamson

NEW DELHI: New Zealand's captain, Kane Williamson, expressed on Thursday that facing hosts India in the semifinals would be a challenging prospect if his team is fortunate enough to secure a place in the World Cup semis.

The Times of India

Afghanistan excel in exile at World Cup even if semi-final eludes them

They may not have been able to progress but it has been a breakout tournament for Hashmatullah Shahidi’s nomadic side

The Guardian - UK

South Africa vs Afghanistan live stream — how to watch Cricket World Cup game online

The South Africa vs Afghanistan live stream from the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 will likely see the end of the involvement of surprise package Afghanistan

Tom’s Guide

Uzbekistan hosts summit of regional economic alliance

An economic grouping that includes several ex-Soviet nations along with Afghanistan, Iran, Pakistan and Turkey has held a summit in Uzbekistan, and leaders of member countries have vowed to further expand trade and economic ties

The Independent UK

Analysts warn that Pakistan’s anti-migrant crackdown risks radicalizing deported Afghans

Analysts say that Pakistan’s crackdown on undocumented migrants risks radicalizing Afghans who have been forced out of the country

The Independent UK

'Talk sense to a fool and he calls u ...': Mohammed Hafeez hits back after being trolled by Michael Vaughan

NEW DELHI: The online banter between former Pakistan cricketer Mohammed Hafeez and former England captain Michael Vaughan has turned into more of a battle now after the former termed the latter 'fool' in his latest post on social media platform 'X', formerly Twitter, on Thursday.

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Thick smog shuts down Pakistan’s Lahore, sickens tens of thousands

Authorities shutter schools, markets and parks for four days due to the toxic air after tens of thousands fall ill.

The Times of India

PCB accepts chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq's resignation as rift grows

NEW DELHI: The conflict between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq escalated as the country's sports governing body accepted the former captain's resignation amidst allegations of a conflict of interest.

The Independent UK

Thousands fall ill in eastern Pakistan due to heavy smog, forcing closure of schools, markets, parks

Toxic gray smog has sickened tens of thousands of people in Pakistan’s cultural capital of Lahore, forcing authorities to shut schools, markets and parks for four days

The Independent UK

India, Pakistan border guards trade fire along their frontier in Kashmir; one Indian soldier killed

Indian and Pakistani soldiers have exchanged gunfire and shelling along their highly militarized frontier in disputed Kashmir, killing an Indian border guard

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Jos Buttler eager to remain England captain despite World Cup flop

NEW DELHI: Jos Buttler is determined to remain England captain despite a disappointing World Cup campaign for both him and the team.

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World Cup: The qualifying scenarios for three teams battling for last semi-final spot

NEW DELHI: With three semi-final spots taken by India, South Africa and Australia in the ongoing ICC World Cup, it's an intense battle for the last spot as three teams enter the home straight still in position to grab it and avoid elimination.

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'Seems you were bowled by Virat Kohli': Michael Vaughan trolls Mohammed Hafeez over indirect jibe

During England's match against Netherlands at the ongoing ICC World Cup on Wednesday, former Pakistan cricketer Mohammed Hafeez indirectly criticized India's star batter Virat Kohli. However, former England captain Michael Vaughan came to Kohli's defence with a humorous response.

The Hindu

ICC WORLD CUP | Pakistan gets a boost as leg-spinner Shadab returns to training

Pakistan fielding a fit-again Shadab Khan in its crucial World Cup encounter against England looked brighter with the all-rounder taking part in the team’s nets session at the Eden Gardens here on Wednesday. As the Pakistani team resumed its practice ahead of its final round robin league match on Saturday…

The Hindu

World Cup 2023 NZ vs SL | Kiwis keen to stay in the semifinal race, meets wounded Sri Lanka

With Australia having sealed a semifinal spot with an epic win on Tuesday night, the race is on to grab the fourth and last remaining berth. New Zealand will emerge as the frontrunner to win this sprint, if the side can post a victory over Sri Lanka at the M.…

The Times of India

‘Inconsistent' Babar Azam toils hard at nets; Shadab Khan set for return

NEW DELHI: Pakistan's preparations for the crucial World Cup match against England in Kolkata showcased the team's focused training session. All-rounder Shadab Khan, recuperating from a concussion, appeared geared for a comeback. The team's skipper, Babar Azam, sought to make a significant impact in the tournament.

The Independent UK

Minister: Nearly 3,000 Afghans in Pakistan to come to UK by the end of the year

Johnny Mercer said he has received assurances from Pakistani authorities that those eligible to come to the UK will not be deported to Afghanistan.

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