LIVE | Tri-Nation ODI series: Proteas v New Zealand
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and opted to bowl against South Africa in the second match of the three-nation ODI tournament in Lahore on Monday.
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New Zealand vs South Africa, ODI Tri Series, Live Score Updates
New Zealand vs South Africa, ODI Tri Series, Live Updates: After outlaying Pakistan in the first match, New Zealand will be taking on South Africa in the second game of the ODI Tri-Series in Lahore on Monday. During the match against Pakistan, New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra faced a horrific injury on his forehead, while trying to take a catch. However, the board later announced that Rachin's injury is in control but his availability for the match against South Africa is not confirmed. Talking about the first game, Glenn Phillips cracked a maiden century and Mitchell Santner grabbed three wickets to help New Zealand overpower Pakistan by 78 runs. (Live Scorecard)
Harbhajan Singh Faces Off Against Shoaib Akhtar, Ignites Indo-Pak Rivalry Ahead Of Champions Trophy
Champions Trophy 2025 is less than two weeks away and the hype is getting greater. Former cricketers have also joined the act, with the latest coming from former India spinner Harbhajan Singh and former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar. Fierce rivals on the pitch during their playing days, the duo jokingly reignited the flames ahead of the ILT20 2025 final. With India facing Pakistan in Dubai on February 23, the two faced off in a rather fun manner two weeks prior.
'Felt Like Pakistan Was Away Team': Ex-PCB Chairman's Worrying Statement Ahead Of Champions Trophy
Former PCB chairman Ramiz Raja launched a scathing tirade on Pakistan pacers for their woeful display in the ODI tri-nation opener against New Zealand in Lahore which the 'Men in Green' lost by 78 runs. On Saturday, Pakistan and New Zealand had the opportunity to decode each other's tactics and depth before squaring off in the Champions Trophy opener on February 19. Batting first New Zealand posted a mammoth 330/6 and then sealed a comfortable 78-run victory against Pakistan. After an imposing start in the powerplay, Pakistan's star pace duo Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah were pummelled towards the end. Shaheen picked three wickets but leaked 88 runs in his 10-over spell. On the other hand, Naseem went wicketless and spilt 70 runs in 10 overs.
New Zealand Give Big Update On Rachin Ravindra's Gruesome Injury
New Zealand batter Rachin Ravindra sustained an unfortunate injury in the tri-nation series match against Pakistan on Saturday. Ravindra lost sight of the ball in the floodlights, resulting in the ball slipping through his hands before hitting his head. The Kiwi batter didn't just spill the catch but also had to be taken off the ground as his head had started to bleed. Since the incident took place, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has been facing extreme criticism, with the facilities at the venue being deemed not good enough for international cricket.
Warren Gatland’s Wales future under more scrutiny after Italy defeat
Warren Gatland’s second reign as Wales head coach appears to be hurtling towards its conclusion.
Bosch replaces Nortje in Proteas' Champions Trophy squad
The Proteas have named Titans fast bowler Corbin Bosch in their 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan.
Highs of the chase exciting James Lowe as Ireland look ahead to Scottish 'challenge'
James Lowe believes the clampdown on escorting that has led to more aerial contests is "good for the game".