Jason Gillespie feels there is a lot of expectation on Babar Azam and he needs to be backed during his lean run. (Getty Images) Former coach Jason Gillespie discusses Pakistan cricket‘s struggles, suggests India will fear playing Oz in Champions TrophyDUBAI: For someone who coached them for a few months last year, former Australia fast…
Virat Kohli and Babar Azam in Dubai. (ANI Photo) Pakistan’s disastrous ICC Champions Trophy campaign ended in disappointment, with the hosts failing to register a single win. Their final group-stage game against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi was washed out, and they finished last in the Group A standings. A heavy defeat to arch-rivals India only deepened…
NEW DELHI: Former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan has expressed his admiration for the young and talented Shubman Gill, who has been in exceptional form during the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy. Gill’s impressive performances, including an unbeaten century against Bangladesh and a solid 46-run knock against Pakistan, have made him the top scorer for India, surpassing…
Win and advance to the semifinals: the math for Afghanistan and Australia is as simple as that going into their concluding match in Group B of the Champions Trophy in Lahore on Friday. But the ODI world champions are familiar with the flair, skills, resilience of the Afghans; and that caution reflects in the words…
Afghanistan vs Australia Live Score, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Afghanistan face Australia in a crucial Group B match of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy with high hopes and growing confidence. Their recent performances in global tournaments, including the 2023 ODI World Cup and the 2024 T20 World Cup, have showcased their potential to compete with…
Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli (ICC Photo) Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar refused to draw comparisons between fellow batting legends Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli, saying that he “will never compare eras”.Making a guest appearance on the ‘Dressing Room’ show, Gavaskar was asked by the show moderator about his views when comparing Tendulkar with Kohli….
NEW DELHI: Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has weighed in on the possibility of resuming bilateral cricket ties between India and Pakistan, emphasising that peace at the borders is a prerequisite for any such discussions. Speaking on the cricket show Dressing Room, Gavaskar stated that political tensions and security concerns remain the biggest obstacles to…
There is speculation that Rohit, Shami and one of the spinners could skip Sunday’s matchDUBAI: Will India rest a few senior players and give chances to those warming the bench in their last Group A fixture against New Zealand on Sunday? Considering that both teams have qualified for the last four, the game is a…
Younis Khan with a Afghanistan player. (Agency Photo) Former Pakistan captain Younis Khan‘s decision to mentor Afghanistan’s national team instead of working with Pakistan during the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has sparked debate, with ex-wicketkeeper Rashid Latif claiming financial reasons played a role in his choice. In a recent interview, Latif suggested that Younis…
Afghanistan cricket team. (AP Photo) Afghanistan will look to continue their fairy-tale run in the Champions Trophy as they gear up for a crucial clash against Australia in Lahore on Friday, knowing that a win would secure them a historic semi-final berth. Fresh from eliminating England with a thrilling eight-run victory, Afghanistan’s confidence is soaring…
