‘It would’ve been easier for Pakistan if they had started against Bangladesh, not New Zealand’: Ramiz Raja | Cricket News – The Times of India

India vs Pakistan in Dubai (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Former chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Ramiz Raja raised concerns about Pakistan’s strategy in the Champions Trophy after Pakistan’s six-wicket defeat to India in the Champions Trophy on Sunday. He questioned the decision to start their campaign against New Zealand instead of Bangladesh, considering…

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Watch: ‘Mr ICC’ Shikhar Dhawan presents best fielder award in Indian dressing room, and it’s not Virat Kohli | Cricket News – The Times of India

Shikhar Dhawan (Screengrab) NEW DELHI: The Indian cricket team management upheld their tradition of recognising the best fielder after their match against Pakistan in the 2025 Champions Trophy on Sunday in Dubai. India comfortably won the match by six wickets, moving closer to securing a semi-final spot in the tournament.After the game, T Dilip, India’s…

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Virat Kohli once again proves to be Pakistan’s nemesis in run chase | Cricket News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli on Sunday put up a batting masterclass as the chasemaster fired a superb unbeaten century against arch-rivals Pakistan in India’s clinical six-wicket win in the crucial Champions Trophy Group A fixture in Dubai on Sunday.Raising a record-extending 51st ODI ton, Kohli got to the coveted three-figure mark off 111 balls as…

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India extend dominance against Pakistan in ICC tournaments | Cricket News – The Times of India

Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer during India’s chase against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy. (AP) India have extended their dominance against arch-rivals Pakistan by winning their latest encounter in Dubai in the Champions Trophy. Led by Virat Kohli‘s unbeaten century, India romped home with six-wickets to spare on Sunday.As a result, India have now won…

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Champions Trophy 2025: Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan lift Pakistan to 241 against India | Cricket News – The Times of India

Mohammad Rizwan and Saud Shakeel of Pakistan runs between the wicket as Harshit Rana of India looks on during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match (Photo by Ryan Lim/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Weighed down by injuries to key players, Pakistan battled through a fluctuating innings to reach 241 all out in 50 overs against India…

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Hardik Pandya vs Babar Azam: Social media sparks meme fest after Pandya’s send-off to Pakistan batter | Cricket News – The Times of India

Hardik Pandya and Babar Azam (AP Photos) NEW DELHI: The intense rivalry between India and Pakistan reached new heights on Sunday during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 as Hardik Pandya dismissed Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam in a dramatic fashion that took social media by storm.Pakistan had made a steady start, with Babar and Imam-ul-Haq…

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IND vs PAK Champions Trophy 2025: Date, Time, Where & How to Watch Champions Trophy Match in India and USA | Cricket News – The Times of India

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…

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Champions Trophy: Pakistan turn to ex-cricketer’s Dubai expertise before do-or-die clash with India | Cricket News – The Times of India

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…

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Champions Trophy IND vs PAK: India have more match-winners than Pakistan, says Shahid Afridi | Cricket News – The Times of India

Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: Both India and Pakistan have kicked off their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 campaigns with contrasting starts. India began on a winning note, defeating Bangladesh by six wickets, while Pakistan stumbled to a disappointing 60-run loss against New Zealand in their opener. Now, all eyes turn to…

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Mohammed Shami’s triumphant India comeback: Grit, grind & a memorable fifer | Cricket News – The Times of India

Mohammed Shami (Photo credit: BCCI) TimesofIndia.com in Dubai: “Mehnat meri hai, dua aap logo ki and dene waala upar hai… “With ball still in hand when he sat down for one of the most heart-warming media interactions, Mohammed Shami would have certainly felt lighter. The load was finally off the knees and ankle which endured…

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