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"There Is Some IPL Cricket...": Australia Star Mitchell Starc Breaks Silence On Champions Trophy Withdrawal

Australia left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc on Thursday revealed the reason behind pulling out from the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025, which is taking place in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Starc was originally named in Australia's preliminary squad for the eight-team event but was a notable absentee when the two-time champions revealed their final group of 15 players earlier this month. Australia said at the time that Starc had withdrawn from the tournament due to personal reasons and they supported the move.

Jasprit Bumrah Resumes Bowling, Asked To Play Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Final By Internet

Star India pacer Jasprit Bumrah hit the nets for the first time in over a month. He has been out of action owing to a back injury which he suffered during the fifth and final Test against Australia in Sydney. As a result, Bumrah did not take part in the ongoing Champions Trophy. He had suffered back spasm as India suffered a 1-3 defeat in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Despite his absence, India have advanced to the semi-finals of the Champions Trophy, beating Bangladesh and Pakistan in the first two games.

Pakistan Football Federation Congress Approves Constitutional Amendments, Clears Path For FIFA Suspension Lift

The Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) Congress has approved amendments to its constitution, a move that could potentially lead to the lifting of the suspension imposed by the world governing body, FIFA. A senior PFF official, Saqib Baloch, confirmed that Congress members reached a consensus on Thursday to implement these constitutional changes. "The process has been completed and minutes of the meeting will be sent to the world body which has said the suspension on Pakistan football will be lifted only when amendments are made," he said.

Social Cricket program promotes women’s participation

RIYADH: With the inspiring rise of cricket in Saudi Arabia, the Saudi Arabian Cricket Federation has launched the Social Cricket program, promoting women’s participation in the sport.

Bayern Munich reportedly withdraw contract offer to Joshua Kimmich

MUNICH: German media is reporting that Bayern Munich have retracted their contract extension offer to midfielder Joshua Kimmich, whose deal expires at the end of the season. Kicker magazine on Thursday corroborated a report from the Bild tabloid saying Bayern decided at their supervisory board meeting on Monday to withdraw the offer they made to the player because of his hesitation in accepting it. The 30-year-old Kimmich, who has played more than 400 games for Bayern since joining as a 20-year-old from Leipzig in 2015, reportedly earns around 20 million euros ($21 million) a year at the Bavarian powerhouse. The proposed new deal reportedly included a modest pay rise. Bayern’s board member for sports, Max Eberl, told broadcaster Sky this month that talks between the two parties were positive after the club announced new contract extension deals with Jamal Musiala, Alphonso Davies and Manuel Neuer. “We’ve done our work bit by bit. We’ve had very good discussions with Joshua.

Hamilton goes fastest for Ferrari as rain in Bahrain hits F1 testing

SAKHIR, Bahrain: Lewis Hamilton was fastest in his new Ferrari on the morning of the second day of Formula 1 preseason testing as rain in the desert affected Thursday’s session. The seven-time champion’s best time was nearly four-tenths of a second faster than his former teammate George Russell of Mercedes. Carlos Sainz, Jr.

Afghanistan's Rise In ICC Events: From Underdogs To Giant Slayers

Afghanistan's remarkable rise in international cricket continues to captivate fans worldwide. Since their ICC tournament debut in 2010, the team has evolved from an affiliate member to a formidable force, earning full membership status and reaching the knockout stages of major ICC tournaments. Their journey in ODI cricket began with a thrilling one-wicket win over Scotland in the 2015 World Cup. However, it was their impressive performance in the 2023 ODI World Cup that truly announced their arrival. Afghanistan defeated three former world champions -- England, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka -- to secure a sixth-place finish and qualify for the ICC Champions Trophy.

Pakistan End Champions Trophy Campaign Without Win As Match vs Bangladesh Called Off Due To Rain

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 in Rawalpindi 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. Persistent downpour left the ground soaked, with covers in place and puddles forming around the field. With weather not improving, match officials called off the game nearly two hours after the scheduled start time. The gloomy weather prevented even the toss from taking place.

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"There Is Some IPL Cricket...": Australia Star Mitchell Starc Breaks Silence On Champions Trophy Withdrawal

Jasprit Bumrah Resumes Bowling, Asked To Play Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Final By Internet

Pakistan Football Federation Congress Approves Constitutional Amendments, Clears Path For FIFA Suspension Lift

Social Cricket program promotes women’s participation

Bayern Munich reportedly withdraw contract offer to Joshua Kimmich

Hamilton goes fastest for Ferrari as rain in Bahrain hits F1 testing

Afghanistan's Rise In ICC Events: From Underdogs To Giant Slayers

Pakistan End Champions Trophy Campaign Without Win As Match vs Bangladesh Called Off Due To Rain