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"Should Open The Batting": Sunil Gavaskar, Wasim Akram Mock England Star After Champions Trophy Exit

England were dumped out of the running for the Champions Trophy 2025 by Afghanistan on Wednesday night, with the 2019 World Cup winners failing to chase down a target of 326. While it seemed like they were in the hunt for the majority of the run chase, loss of wickets at regular intervals led to England's downfall. Following the defeat, Pakistan legend Wasim Akram and India legend Sunil Gavaskar cracked a joke regarding England's batting order, and, in particular, about the fact that Adil Rashid has 10 first class centuries.

Pakistan Greats Get Blunt Reminder From Ajay Jadeja Over Afghanistan's Champions Trophy Heroics

Another giant-killing performance from Afghanistan further strengthened their status as a fearsome side that can beat any team on the international stage. The Afghans stunned England in their Champions Trophy match on Wednesday to dump them out of the competition. Awaiting another giant in the form of Australia, Afghanistan sent a firm reminder to the cricket world, that they should no longer be considered as minnows. As a discussion over Afghanistan's rise emerged, former India cricketer Ajay Jadeja explained why their win over England shouldn't be considered as a 'one off'.

Real Madrid vs Barcelona Legends Match To Be Held In India In April. Luis Figo, Rivaldo Confirmed

Football greats Portugal's Luis Figo, World Cup-winning Brazillian midfielder Rivaldo and Spanish forward Fernando Morientes will feature in an exhibition match between Real Madrid and Barcelona legends on April 6. The "Legends Faceoff" will be played at the DY Patil Stadium, the organisers said in a release. While Rivaldo, Figo and Morientes are already confirmed for the game, more superstars are set to be unveiled soon for the match to be organised by The Sports Front.

"Younis Khan Said No To Pakistan To Work With Afghanistan": Ex-Star's Big Reveal

Afghanistan pulled off yet another giant killing on Wednesday, beating England by 8 runs in their crucial Champions Trophy match in Lahore. This was Afghanistan's second win over England at an event organised by the International Cricket Council (ICC), having also beaten them at the 2023 ODI World Cup in India. Back then, former India all-rounder Ajay Jadeja was their mentor and did not charge any fee for his services. This time, Afghanistan had appointed former Pakistan captain Younis Khan as their mentor for this tournament. Similarly, Younis too did not have any financial benefits.

Sunil Gavaskar's Stern 'Peace At Border' Reply To Pakistan Anchor's Question

Batting great Sunil Gavaskar has shared his views on the resumption of cricket bilateral ties between India and Pakistan. The two teams last played a bilateral series in 2012-13 when Pakistan had visited India for a white-ball series. Due to politicial differences between the two nation, India vs Pakistan encounters are restricted to global and continental events. Last week, India beat Pakistan by 6 wickets to enter the semi-finals of the Champions Trophy. During a recent interaction, Gavaskar suggested that the cricket bilaterals between India and Pakistan can only resume if the governments of both countries ensure that there is peace at the borders.

R Praggnanandhaa Held Again, 25-Year-Old Indian Chess Star Makes Waves In Prague Masters

Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa played out a second straight draw against Turkey's Gurel Ediz while Aravindh Chithambaram crashed through the defences of Germany's Vincent Keymer in the second round of the Prague Masters here. Chithambaram, who has been knocking hard on the doors of elite circles, scored his first victory with black pieces after squeezing himself out of danger zone in his first-round game against Czech Grandmaster Nguyen Thai Dai Van. The Indian was involved in the sole decisive game of the day in the 10-players round-robin format, while the other matches ended in draws.

Pakistan Captain Mohammad Rizwan's Bizarre Explanation Behind Champions Trophy Exit Stuns All

Pakistan's winless campaign in the Champions Trophy continued with their match against Bangladesh being called off without a ball being bowled due to incessant rain here on Thursday. The match was effectively a dead-rubber, with both teams already out of contention after failing to secure a win in their two previous matches. Pakistan, hosting an ICC tournament for the first time in 29 years, had hoped for a strong finish but ended their disastrous campaign without a victory.

"Saw Pakistan...": South Africa Star Joins 'India Venue Advantage' Group In Champions Trophy

South African top-order batter Rassie van der Dussen said one doesn't "have to be a rocket scientist to know" that India are "definitely" in an advantageous position being based in Dubai for the ongoing Champions Trophy, but their knowledge of the conditions could also put them under pressure to fully exploit it. Rohit Sharma's men are playing all their matches in Dubai, and even the final will be held there if the team goes the distance, while the rest of the teams have to criss-cross Pakistan for their matches.

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"Should Open The Batting": Sunil Gavaskar, Wasim Akram Mock England Star After Champions Trophy Exit

Pakistan Greats Get Blunt Reminder From Ajay Jadeja Over Afghanistan's Champions Trophy Heroics

Real Madrid vs Barcelona Legends Match To Be Held In India In April. Luis Figo, Rivaldo Confirmed

"Younis Khan Said No To Pakistan To Work With Afghanistan": Ex-Star's Big Reveal

Sunil Gavaskar's Stern 'Peace At Border' Reply To Pakistan Anchor's Question

R Praggnanandhaa Held Again, 25-Year-Old Indian Chess Star Makes Waves In Prague Masters

Pakistan Captain Mohammad Rizwan's Bizarre Explanation Behind Champions Trophy Exit Stuns All

"Saw Pakistan...": South Africa Star Joins 'India Venue Advantage' Group In Champions Trophy