China has in recent weeks staged military drills off Australia and Vietnam, sending pointed warnings near and far. Neither was a full-fledged exercise. But taken together, China’s recent shows of force, experts said, conveyed a message: the region must not ignore Beijing’s power and claims. Three Chinese naval ships, including …
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 looms as a potential swansong for some of the most iconic players in modern ODI cricket. For veterans like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and others, this tournament could be their last opportunity to etch their names into cricketing history by delivering more silverware for their nations. …
As the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 draws closer, eight skippers prepare to lead their teams in one of cricket’s most fiercely contested tournaments. Each captain carries the weight of expectations, hoping to guide their side to ODI glory in Pakistan over 19 days of high-stakes action. With the top eight …
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to bring high-stakes cricket action, with eight teams competing for the coveted title. From Pakistan’s formidable pace attack to Afghanistan’s debut campaign, here’s a breakdown of each participating team’s prospects, key players, and fixtures. Group A Bangladesh Coach: Phil SimmonsCaptain: Najmul Hossain ShantoBest …
As the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 prepares to begin on 19 February, cricket fans worldwide are gearing up for an exhilarating tournament. The opening clash between Pakistan and New Zealand in Karachi sets the tone for an event packed with high-stakes encounters, including some of cricket’s fiercest rivalries. This year’s …
In a major blow to New Zealand, two players have been ruled out of the upcoming T20I series against Pakistan which is set to begin from next week. New Zealand’s Finn Allen and Adam Milne have been removed from the squad for T20 series after they sustained injuries during the …
Usman Khan shed light on receiving his maiden call-up for the Pakistan national side ahead of the T20I series against New Zealand later this month. Usman Khan hit two centuries and as many half-centuries in PSL 9 to help Multan Sultans reach the final. In the PSL 8, the 28-year-old …
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday announced the much-awaited 17-member national squad for the upcoming T20I home series against New Zealand. Pacer Mohammad Amir and all-rounder Imad Wasim, who recently reversed their retirement, have made a comeback in the squad for the series. Meanwhile, Usman Khan and Muhammad Irfan …
Former Pakistan fast bowler Azhar Mahmood has been appointed as the head coach of the Pakistan men’s cricket team for the upcoming five-match T20I series against New Zealand, scheduled to take place in Rawalpindi and Lahore from April 18 to April 27. Azhar, who has represented Pakistan in 164 internationals, …
New Delhi: New Zealand is taking proactive steps to ensure that its immigration policies are in line with its economic requirements and to address issues of migrant exploitation. Immigration Minister Erica Stanford has introduced swift changes to the Accredited Employer Worker Visa (AEWV) scheme. The changes involve implementing an …
