Former Pakistan batter Ahmed Shehzad has issued a warning to the Pakistan bowlers, saying that a Virat Kohli special is around the corner and it might come in the blockbuster Champions Trophy clash on Sunday.“Virat Kohli played a good knock against England in tough conditions (52 in third ODI at Ahmedabad). When you are short…
NEW DELHI: Josh Inglis‘s maiden ODI ton overshadowed Ben Duckett‘s impressive 165 as Australia defeated England by five wickets in their Champions Trophy Group B opener in Lahore on Saturday. Australia’s successful run chase at the Gaddafi Stadium set a new record for ICC white-ball tournaments, exceeding Pakistan’s previous record of 345 against Sri Lanka…
Mohammed Shami (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: India’s premier fast bowler Mohammed Shami has revealed the unique fitness regime that has helped him maintain peak performance — consuming just one meal a day. The 34-year-old pacer, who has been instrumental in India’s Champions Trophy campaign, shared that he abstains from breakfast and lunch, relying solely on…
NEW DELHI: Arch-rivals India and Pakistan are set to face each other in a crucial ICC Champions Trophy encounter at Dubai International Stadium on Sunday. India, under Rohit Sharma, began their Champions Trophy campaign strongly with a six-wicket victory over Bangladesh on Wednesday. Defending champions Pakistan, the tournament hosts, however experienced a setback in their…
NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has lavished praise on opening batter Shubman Gill, calling him “absolute gold dust” in the one-day format after his match-winning century (101 not out) against Bangladesh in India’s ICC Champions Trophy opener. Gill’s inclusion in the squad and his appointment as vice-captain had sparked debates before the tournament,…
Mohammad Rizwan of Pakistan interacts with teammate Babar Azam. (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria has dismissed Pakistan’s chances of defeating India in their crucial ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday. Citing Pakistan’s recent struggles, including their tri-nation series loss and an underwhelming Test series against…
Babar Azam plays a shot during the ICC Champions Trophy match against New Zealand in Karachi. (Reuters/ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has criticised Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam for his lack of intent during the team’s opening game of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 against New Zealand in Karachi. Chasing a…
File Pic: India and Pakistan cricketers. (Agency Photo) NEW DELHI: Cricket’s fiercest rivalry will take center stage on Sunday as India face Pakistan in a high-stakes ICC Champions Trophy clash at the Dubai International Stadium. With a packed 25,000-strong crowd and millions watching worldwide, the pressure is on, especially for Pakistan, whose title defense hangs…
Former Pakistan cricketer Mudassar Nazar TimesofIndia.com in Dubai: A sizable crowd had gathered outside the ICC Academy in Dubai on Friday when the Pakistan cricket team arrived for their first training session since landing in the city a day prior. Amid the chants of “Babar, Babar, King Babar, humara King Babar”, the players rushed into…
NEW DELHI: As the much-awaited India-Pakistan showdown in the ICC Champions Trophy approaches, former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh has backed Indian captain Rohit Sharma, calling him a “dangerous” player even when not in peak form. The arch-rivals will face off in Dubai on Sunday in a match that holds historical significance, with Pakistan leading 3-2…
