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Australia vs Pakistan 1st T20I LIVE Streaming And LIVE Telecast: When And Where To Watch

A high-on confidence Pakistan will take on an Australia side devoid of many stars in a three-match T20I series. After the nation's first series win in Australia in 22 years, Pakistan will be hoping to script more history under new white ball captain Mohammad Rizwan. Australia will be led by Josh Inglis, in the absence of both T20I captain Mitchell Marsh and Test and ODI captain Pat Cummins. Australia will be hoping that Jake Fraser-McGurk finds form, while Pakistan will be relying on their pace attack to do the damage.

"Countries Once Divided...": Shahid Afridi's Big Appeal To BCCI Amid Champions Trophy Row

Former Pakistan skipper Shahid Afridi expressed hope that each of eight teams will be in Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy next year. Taking to X, Shahid said that cricket is at a "crucial crossroads", facing one of its "greatest challenges". "Cricket is at a crucial crossroads, facing perhaps one of its greatest challenges since the late 1970s. Now is the time to put differences aside and let the game unite us. If countries once divided by history can come together in the Olympic spirit, why can't we do the same for cricket - and for the Champions Trophy? As stewards of this game, we owe it to cricket to keep egos in check and focus on its growth and spirit. I hope to see every team in Pakistan for CT25, to experience our warmth and hospitality, and to leave with unforgettable memories that transcend the field," Afridi said in a post on X.

$65 Million, ICC Sanctions And...: Pakistan Cricket Board Faces Severe Loss If Champions Trophy Row Escalates

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is facing an uncertain future. The BCCI, after not receiving clearance from the Indian government, has informed the International Cricket Council (ICC) that it will not travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy in 2025. The Pakistan Cricket Board, the designated host, is adamant that there will be no hybrid model where India play its matches at a neutral venue. The PCB has also shot off a letter to the ICC asking the world body to give in writing its and BCCI's stance.

India, Pakistan Grouped Together In Inaugural Women's U19 Asia Cup

Arch-rivals India and Pakistan have been drawn together for the inaugural Women's U19 Asia Cup, the Asian Cricket Council announced on Wednesday. The six-team tournament will take place in Malaysia, consisting of two groups of three teams each. Group A comprises India, Pakistan and Nepal, while Group B includes Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and hosts Malaysia. All matches would be held at the Bayuemas Oval in Kuala Lumpur.

U19 50-over Asia Cup: Mohammad Amaan To Lead India

Uttar Pradesh middle-order batter Mohammad Amaan will lead India in the 50-over ACC Under-19 Asia Cup, which will take place in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) later this month. India will open their campaign against Pakistan at Dubai on November 30. India have in their ranks some youngsters who have impressed in the domestic circuit like Mumbai's Ayush Mhatre, Bihar's Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Tamil Nadu's C Andre Siddarth, Kerala leg-spinner Mohammed Enaan and Karnataka batter Hardik Raj and state-mate Samarth Nagaraj.

Mark Waugh Sees ODI Cricket 'Phasing Out' Beyond Major Tournaments

As Australia grapples with a tight international schedule, cricket legend Mark Waugh foresees a future where One-Day International (ODI) cricket is largely reserved for major tournaments like the ICC World Cup and Champions Trophy. Waugh, reflecting on Australia's recent 1-2 ODI series loss to Pakistan with a second-string side, has voiced a realistic yet bittersweet prediction: that the traditional 50-over format may be squeezed out in favour of the shorter T20 format and Test matches outside of high-stakes competitions.

Mohammad Rizwan's Direct Message To Suryakumar Yadav And Co Amid BCCI's Champions Trophy Travel Refusal

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) are at loggerheads after the Indian government refused to send the Indian cricket team across the border for next year's ICC Champions Trophy. The BCCI recently informed the International Cricket Council (ICC) of the Indian government's decision to not send team to Pakistan, thus proposing a hybrid model for India's matches. However, the Pakistan government has asked the PCB not to organise any games outside the country, having been awarded the rights to organise the entire tournament at home.

BCCI vs PCB Tussle Leads To Cancellation Of Champions Trophy Launch, Potential 'Alternate' Venue Not Discussed

The ICC continued discussions on the Champions Trophy schedule with the participating nations amid speculation that the entire tournament could be moved out of Pakistan following India's refusal to travel to the country, a source said on Tuesday. A chatter emerged that South Africa could be a viable alternative to organise next year's Champions Trophy but PTI understands that no such discussion happened in the International Cricket Council on Tuesday. Meanwhile, it was not a surprise that ICC has also put on hold the prestigious ODI tournament's launch event, which was scheduled to be held in Lahore on November 11.

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Australia vs Pakistan 1st T20I LIVE Streaming And LIVE Telecast: When And Where To Watch

"Countries Once Divided...": Shahid Afridi's Big Appeal To BCCI Amid Champions Trophy Row

$65 Million, ICC Sanctions And...: Pakistan Cricket Board Faces Severe Loss If Champions Trophy Row Escalates

India, Pakistan Grouped Together In Inaugural Women's U19 Asia Cup

U19 50-over Asia Cup: Mohammad Amaan To Lead India

Mark Waugh Sees ODI Cricket 'Phasing Out' Beyond Major Tournaments

Mohammad Rizwan's Direct Message To Suryakumar Yadav And Co Amid BCCI's Champions Trophy Travel Refusal

BCCI vs PCB Tussle Leads To Cancellation Of Champions Trophy Launch, Potential 'Alternate' Venue Not Discussed