Rain delays start of Australia clash with South Africa at Champions Trophy
The start of the Champions Trophy Group B fixture between Australia and South Africa in Rawalpindi was delayed on Tuesday by light rain and a wet outfield.
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Reds centre Paisami banned for three weeks for dangerous tackle
MELBOURNE :Queensland centre Hunter Paisami has been banned for three weeks for a dangerous tackle during the Reds' season-opening win against Moana Pasifika over the weekend, while fullback Jock Campbell may also spend time on the sidelines injured.
England Face New Blow As Sunrisers Hyderabad's Recruit Gets Ruled Out Of Champions Trophy
England have suffered a massive blow in keeping their Champions Trophy campaign alive. Right-arm quick Brydon Carse has been ruled out of the rest of the tournament due to a toe injury, and spinner Rehan Ahmed has been called in as his replacement. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) released a statement to confirm Carse's omission from the tournament: "Durham and England bowling all-rounder Brydon Carse has been ruled out for the remainder of the ICC Men's Champions Trophy due to a left toe injury."
Root backs Buttler's captaincy despite England setbacks
Joe Root has thrown his support behind white-ball captain Jos Buttler despite England's shaky start to the Champions Trophy, describing him as a "brilliant leader" who has the support of the entire dressing room.
ATP roundup: Stefanos Tsitsipas wins opener in Dubai
Fourth-seeded Stefanos Tsitsipas won points on 81 per cent of his first serves in his 7-6 (4), 6-3 defeat of Italian Lorenzo Sonego in the opening round of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Monday.
Disastrous Champions Trophy 2025 Show To Hurt Pakistan Financially? Report Makes Big Claim
Pakistan cricket is on the ropes yet again, and this time, even attracting sponsors for the men's national team could become a challenge for the powers that be after the abysmal outing in the Champions Trophy. Traditional rivals India thrashed Pakistan by six wickets in their match in Dubai on Sunday, pushing the tournament hosts on the brink of elimination. One day before India delivered a knockout blow to the team, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) officials were brimming with confidence following a fantastic turnout at the Gaddafi Stadium for the Australia-England match. "It was an uplifting experience to see people respond and enjoy a match not involving Pakistan," a board official said.
India Getting 'Unfair' Venue Advantage In Champions Trophy? Pat Cummins' Honest Verdict
India's place in the Champions Trophy semi-final is all but confirmed. Rohit Sharma and his men have been inevitable so far, registering crushing wins over neighbours Bangladesh and arch-rivals Pakistan last week in Dubai. If results go their way, India's final group game against New Zealand on Sunday might only be a warm-up for both teams ahead of the knockout stage. After refusing to play in Pakistan, citing security concerns, India are playing their matches at the Dubai International Stadium under a hybrid model.
Virat Kohli Achieves Unique Record In ODI Cricket That Eluded Sachin Tendulkar, Chris Gayle
Star India batter Virat Kohli achieved yet another accomplishment during his century against Pakistan in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy, becoming the first-ever player to score an ODI century in all the countries he has played in. The crowd at Dubai International Stadium witnessed a masterclass from the chase master, who scored 100* in 111 balls and seven centuries. Now, Virat has scored an ODI century in all 10 countries he has played ODI cricket in: Australia, Bangladesh, England, New Zealand, South Africa, Sri Lanka, UAE, West Indies, Zimbabwe, and finally, India, his home.