Béibhinn Parsons targets Six Nations return as rehab continues
Béibhinn Parsons is targeting a Six Nations appearance as she continues to recover from a broken leg.
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Babar Azam Surpasses Virat Kohli En Route For Huge ODI Record
Pakistan batter Babar Azam became the joint-fastest batter to score 6,000 ODI runs during the final of the ODI tri-series against New Zealand at the National Stadium on Friday. Babar, opening alongside Fakhar Zaman, began cautiously, struggling to find fluency early on after Pakistan skipper Mohammad Rizwan opted to bat first. In the seventh over, he seized on an overpitched delivery from Jacob Duffy, driving it elegantly through covers to bring up 6,000 ODI runs in his 123rd innings-equalling former South African great Hashim Amla's record for the fastest to the mark.
New Zealand's Sears out with hamstring injury, Ravindra back at training
A hamstring tear has forced out fast bowler Ben Sears from this month's Champions Trophy, New Zealand Cricket (NZC) said on Friday, while all-rounder Rachin Ravindra has eased back into training after being struck in the face by the ball in a fielding mishap.
"When Mohammad Rizwan Has Cramps...": Pakistan Captain's Antics Summed Up By Teammate
Captain Mohammad Rizwan and his deputy Salman Ali Agha slammed centuries on Wednesday, helping Pakistan beat South Africa in the first game at the newly-renovated National Stadium in Karachi. The pair added a record-breaking 260-run stand, the highest for Pakistan in ODIs for the 4th wicket. Pakistan were reeling at 91/3 while chasing 355, before the captain and his deputy turn the tide in favour of the hosts, who achieved the target with an over to spare and entered the final of tri-nation series where they will play New Zealand.
Pakistan vs New Zealand LIVE Updates, Tri-Nation Series Final: Big Wicket For NZ, Babar Azam Departs For...
Pakistan vs New Zealand, Tri-Nation Series Final LIVE Updates: Pakistan won the toss and opted to bat agaisnt New Zealand in the final of the tri-nation series. Babar Azam looked in good touch, and became the fastest batter to 6,000 ODI runs, reaching it in 123 innings. However, he fell for 29, leaving Pakistan at 54/3. After being beaten by the Kiwis in the first match of the series, Pakistan chased down a target of 353 against South Africa, thanks to centuries by captain Mohammad Rizwan and vice-captain Salman Ali Agha. Pakistan and New Zealand will face off five days later again, on February 19, in the opening game of the Champions Trophy, meaning that this match could give a mental edge of the winner. (LIVE SCORECARD)
'No Wives, Partners' With Team India For Champions Trophy. Report Says 1 Senior Enquired, He Was Told...
Families will not be accompanying the Indian cricket players heading to Dubai on February 15 for the ICC Champions Trophy as the BCCI's new travel policy comes into effect for the first time with this tournament. The Indian team starts its campaign in Dubai against Bangladesh on February 20, followed by the marquee clash against arch-rivals Pakistan (February 23) and the final preliminary face-off with New Zealand on March 2. The Rohit Sharma-led squad will play its games in Dubai while the rest of the tournament unfolds from February 19 in Pakistan across three venues.
Pakistan vs New Zealand LIVE Streaming Tri-Series Final LIVE Telecast: When And Where To Watch
Pakistan vs New Zealand LIVE Streaming, Tri-Series Final: Pakistan take on New Zealand in the final of the tri-series, in what will be both team's final ODI before the Champions Trophy 2025 gets underway. Incidentally, the two sides play again on February 19, to kickstart the Champions Trophy. New Zealand have picked up two dominant wins in the tri-series. On the other hand, hosts Pakistan chased down a target of over 350 against South Africa to enter the final, thanks to brilliant centuries by captain Mohammad Rizwan and vice-captain Salman Ali Agha. A win for Pakistan would see them win their third ODI series in a row, after away wins in Australia and South Africa.
Rachin Ravindra "Has Had Headache For Few Days": New Zealand Coach Gives Concerning Update
New Zealand head coach Gary Stead has revealed that star batter Rachin Ravindra is yet to regain full fitness after sustaining an injury during the first match against Pakistan in the ongoing Tri-Nation Series as the opener “had a headache for a few days” since suffering a nasty blow to the forehead. Ravindra was forced out from the field after being struck in the forehead by the ball while attempting a catch in the 38th over of their match against Pakistan in the ODI tri-series last week.