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Miller speaks on Champions Trophy schedule after SA’s defeat in semi-final

South Africa’s power-hitter batter David Miller has taken aim at the Champions Trophy schedule after his team’s loss to New Zealand in the semi-final 2 on Wednesday in Lahore. Australia and South Africa both had to travel to Dubai from Pakistan ahead of the semi-finals. Following India's win over New Zealand in their third group stage match, South Africa who travelled to Dubai, flew back to Pakistan as the second semifinal of the mega event was…

Mar 6, 2025

Mushfiqur Rahim retires from ODIs

Bangladesh’s veteran cricketer Mushfiqur Rahim has retired from ODI cricket. His decision to retire from ODI format comes a week after Bangladesh finished their Champions Trophy campaign without registering a win. "I am announcing my retirement from the ODI format as of today. Alhamdulillah for everything. While our achivements may have been limited on a global level, one thing is certain: whenever I stepped onto the field for my country, I gave…

Mar 6, 2025

Miller’s ton in vain as New Zealand down South Africa to confirm final against India

New Zealand outclassed South Africa with a fifty-run Champions Trophy semi-final win on Wednesday in Lahore, booking their place in the final where they will face India on Sunday in Dubai. Classy David Miller’s late blows, striking 100 off 67, including 10 boundaries and four sixes, went in vain as South Africa finished on 312/9 in 50 overs. Batting first, New Zealand put on a commanding performance, posting a massive…

Mar 5, 2025

Legend Smith calls time on his ODI career

Australia star Steve Smith has retired from ODI cricket following Australia’s 4-wicket loss against India in the semi-final of the ongoing Champions Trophy on Tuesday in Dubai. Smith, however, will continue playing Test and T20Is . "It has been a great ride and I have loved every minute of it," Smith said in a statement from Cricket Australia today. “There have been so many amazing times…

Mar 5, 2025

"There is a lot of pressure on him”: Anil Kumble on KL Rahul

In the Champions Trophy semi-final match against Australia , Indian batter KL Rahul played a controlled but aggressive innings, hitting crucial 42 off 34 to guide India over the line. KL Rahul came to bat after Axar Patel, who made 27 in his 44-run partnership with Virat Kohli to lead India's recovery after early losses. Meanwhile, Rahul, coming at No. 6, remained unbeaten, demonstrating utmost awareness to see India home. But, former Indian…

Mar 5, 2025

“We were very calm”: Rohit Sharma after India’s impressive win against Australia

The semi-final clash between India and Australia was always expected to be a closely contested match, and it lived up to the hype. Australia, batting first, had put up a competitive total of 264 , thanks to marvellous performances from Steve Smith and Alex Carey , who both scored (73) and (61) respectively. India, on the other hand, finished on 6-267, reaching past Australia’s total in…

Mar 5, 2025

“My timing, the composure at the crease”: Kohli on leading India’s chase against Australia

Virat Kohli produced yet another memorable performance to lead India into the final, guiding the team to a sensational four-wicket victory over Australia in the Champions Trophy semi-final on Tuesday in Dubai. With the match hanging in balance after early wickets of Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill , Kohli’s calm and composed 84 runs under pressure helped India chase down Australia's total of 264 with ease.

Mar 5, 2025

India storm Into the Champions Trophy final with magnificent win over Australia in semi-final

India have stormed into the final of the ongoing Champions Trophy after an impressive four-wicket win over Australia in the semi-final 1 on Tuesday in Dubai . Chasing a total of 264, India completed the task with 11 balls to spare, booking their place in the final showdown of the tournament. Virat Kohli again led India’s chase, making a big difference with his crucial 84-run knock. Down the order, Pandya blazed some…

Mar 4, 2025

NZ vs PAK: Babar-Rizwan overlooked for T20I, Salman Agha to captain

Pakistan have named their squads for the upcoming T20I and ODI series against New Zealand, which is scheduled to begin later this month, with stalwarts Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan being dropped for the five-match T20I series. With Rizwan not featuring in the squad, Salman Agha will captain the side. The T20I squad also sees the return of Shadab Khan , who has been named as deputy to Salman Agha. The…

Mar 4, 2025

Champions Trophy, semi-final 2, NZ vs SA: All you need to know

Cricketing giants South Africa and New Zealand will clash in the second semi-final of the ongoing Champions Trophy on Wednesday at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Both teams have shown outstanding form so far in the tournament, and now, only one will have the privilege of advancing to the final, where the ultimate glory awaits. Both teams have won this tournament once before but that time it was called the ICC Knockout Trophy. New…

Mar 4, 2025

George Linde joins South Africa squad as cover for injured Markram

South Africa’s left-arm spin bowling allrounder George Linde will link up with South Africa squad at the ongoing Champions Trophy as a travelling reserve. He is joining the squad as cover for Aiden Markram , who injured his right hamstring during the England match. Markram walked off the field during South Africa’s match against England and remained on the sidelines throughtout the game. He wasn’t required to bat…

Mar 4, 2025

Ricky Ponting endorses young gun Jake Fraser-McGurk for India showdown

With India and Australia gearing up to clash in the semi-final of the ongoing Champions Trophy on Tuesday in Dubai, the stakes remain high. Ahead of the big clash, Australia suffered a big jolt with their opener Matt Short being ruled out of the tournament due to an injury. Short had picked up a quad injury in Australia's group match against Afghanistan. And, to replace him, Australia brought young talent Cooper…

Mar 4, 2025