Ireland scrap cricket home series against Afghanistan over fund crunch
Ireland have cancelled a multi-format series against Afghanistan this year due to financial reasons, but the Afghan board is hopeful it will be played next year.
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R Ashwin's Champions Trophy Best XI: No Rohit Sharma Or Mohammed Shami But 3 Indians Included
Team India saw every player chip in with significant contributions as they romped to the Champions Trophy 2025 title by beating New Zealand in the final in Dubai on Sunday. However, legendary India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin made some bold calls while picking his Team of the Tournament for the Champions Trophy. Ashwin left out many of his former teammates, picking only four Indians in his XI. The most notable absentee in Ashwin's team was India captain and opener Rohit Sharma.
Jadwal Piala Asia U-17: Indonesia Berburu Tiket Piala Dunia Bulan Depan
Timnas Indonesia U-17 akan berlaga di Piala Asia U-17 2025. Garuda Muda akan berburu tiket ke Piala Dunia U-17 2025.
Rohit Sharma Ignored As 6 Indians Make It To ICC Team Of Champions Trophy Including Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer
The talismanic Virat Kohli was the biggest name among six Indian players picked in the 12-member 'Team of the Tournament' picked by the International Cricket Council for the Champions Trophy. India beat New Zealand by four wickets in the final in Dubai on Sunday to win the tournament for the third time after 2002 (joint winners) and 2013. India have been runners-up twice in 2000 and 2017. Besides Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul, mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy and pacer Mohammed Shami featured in the playing XI, while all-rounder Axar Patel was named the 12th man.
Ben Stokes In Contention To Assume Leadership Of England's White-Ball Team
England's white-ball cricket is at a crossroads following Jos Buttler's resignation as captain after a dismal Champions Trophy campaign. With managing director Rob Key determined to find the "best person" to take over, discussions have sparked over whether Test captain Ben Stokes could also assume leadership in ODIs. Stokes, who played his last 50-over match in England's disappointing 2023 World Cup defense, remains an option. Key acknowledged Stokes' exceptional leadership qualities, saying, "Ben Stokes is one of the best captains I've ever seen, so it'd be stupid not to look at him," Key told Sky Sports.
Stokes on the list of potential England white-ball captains, says Key
LONDON : England test captain Ben Stokes has to be on a list of possible replacements for Jos Buttler, who resigned last week as limited-overs captain, director of men's cricket Rob Key said on Thursday.
South Africa vs New Zealand 2nd Semi-Final LIVE Score, Champions Trophy 2025: Rachin Ravindra Nears 50 For 1-Down NZ As SA Squander Big Chance
South Africa vs New Zealand LIVE Updates, Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Final: Lungi Ngidi got the crucial breakthrough for South Africa after New Zealand were quick to get off the blocks in their Champions Trophy semi-final in Lahore. Ngidi dismissed Will Young in the eighth over after the Kiwis opted to bat.
South Africa vs New Zealand LIVE Streaming, Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Final Telecast: When And Where To Watch
South Africa vs New Zealand LIVE Streaming, Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Final: Group B toppers South Africa take on Group A runners-up New Zealand in the second semi-final of the Champions Trophy 2025. South Africa displayed immense skill to comfortably win both completed games against Afghanistan and England, and look one of the most well-rounded teams in the competition. On the other hand, New Zealand stuttered to defeat against India after two resounding victories over Pakistan and Bangladesh. The Kiwis will also take heart from their win over South Africa in the very same stadium three weeks earlier, during the tri-series ahead of the Champions Trophy.