INEOS says in talks with New Zealand Rugby over sponsorship dispute
Chemical producer INEOS has said it is in discussions with New Zealand Rugby (NZR) following the sport federation's decision to pursue legal action over a sponsorship dispute.
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Pakistan Star's Staunch Defence As PCB Faces Criticism Over Rachin Ravindra Injury
Pakistan batter Tayyab Tahir dismissed the speculation about Rachin Ravindra being stuck by the ball due to an issue with the floodlight during the first match of the ODI tri-nation series between the Men in Green and New Zealand last week in Lahore. The unfortunate injury incident occurred in the 38th over of the second innings, when Rachin attempted to complete a catch off Michael Bracewell. During his attempt, he seemingly lost sight of the ball due to floodlights and took a heavy blow to his face. He went off the pitch after he started to bleed.
"I Have Concerns...": Ex-Pakistan Captain Pinpoints 'Lacklustre' Area In Champions Trophy 2025 Squad
Former captain Rashid Latif urged the Pakistan Cricket Board to overhaul the team's pace attack, looking beyond frontline pacers Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah, as he felt they were not “contributing enough.” Afridi and Shah are set to lead Pakistan's pace battery in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy. “When was the last time Afridi delivered a match-winning performance?” Latif questioned. He said even Shah had not been able to deliver consistently despite having a long stint with the national team in different formats.
India's Bumrah ruled out of Champions Trophy due to back injury
India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the Champions Trophy after failing to recover from a lower back injury in time for the tournament, the Indian cricket board (BCCI) announced on Tuesday.
Pakistan Make No Changes To 15-Man Champions Trophy Squad, Clear Doubts Over Fitness Of This Star
Pakistan have decided to stick with their already chosen Champions Trophy squad after the selectors reviewed it following widespread criticism about the inclusion of certain players. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi and the selectors reviewed the 15-member squad after the selection of batter Khushdil Shah and allrounder Faheem Ashraf invited criticism. But a reliable PCB source said there will not be any last-minute change, even as the deadline by the International Cricket Council (ICC) technical committee for making changes ends on Tuesday.
Warren Gatland to leave job as Wales coach: reports
Warren Gatland is set to leave his role as Wales head coach midway through the Six Nations after a record 14 consecutive international defeats, it was widely reported on Tuesday.
"Being Big Stars Doesn't Mean...": Kapil Dev's Sharp Message To Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Ahead Of Champions Trophy
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, two of the biggest players in Indian cricket right now, are at the proverbial crossroads of their career. Their class is unquestionable but their current form is not. Both the senior stars have had a tumultuous run after the T20 world Cup 2024. They have already retired from the shortest format and now question marks are being raised on whether they should continue in the other formats too. Rohit is few months short of 38, while Kohli celebrated his 36th birthday a few months ago.
Warren Gatland’s Wales legacy diminished by dismal second chapter
Warren Gatland is the most successful head coach in Wales’ international rugby history.