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Champions Trophy Uncertainty Over? Report Says ICC To Announce Schedule By...

With fewer than 100 days left until the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, scheduled to be hosted in Pakistan, the tournament's dates and fixtures remain unannounced, adding to the mounting uncertainty surrounding the event. However, sources close to the development have revealed to IANS that the ICC is likely to finalize and announce the schedule by the end of this week, following ongoing discussions with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to address India's concerns.

India To Host First-Ever Kho Kho World Cup In January 2025

India is set to host the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup at the iconic IGI Stadium in New Delhi from January 13-19, 2025, marking a landmark moment in the world of traditional sports. In a major boost to the tournament, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has officially confirmed its partnership with Worlthe Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI), pledging unwavering support for the event. In a statement to KKFI President Sudhanshu Mittal, IOA President PT Usha expressed the association's strong commitment to elevating indigenous sports like Kho Kho. The IOA has vowed to provide comprehensive support to enhance the tournament's visibility, ensuring maximum outreach and success.

Marcus Stoinis Lets Rip As Australia Crush Pakistan For T20I Series Whitewash

Marcus Stoinis slammed five huge sixes in an unbeaten 61 as Australia crushed Pakistan by seven wickets in Hobart on Monday to secure a 3-0 T20 series whitewash. Chasing a meagre 118, the hosts hit the target in the 12th over to hand Pakistan a reality check after the visitors won the preceding ODI series 2-1. Stoinis was unstoppable once he got going, also blasting five fours in his 27-ball masterclass. "It's really nice to get another win and go 3-0 up," said Australia skipper Josh Inglis. "When he's going like that, it's really hard to stop," he added of Stoinis. "One of those sixes was probably the biggest I've seen."

Babar Azam Surpasses Virat Kohli To Achieve Major All-Time High, Set To Surpass Rohit Sharma Soon

Babar Azam on Monday surpassed Virat Kohli to rise to the second spot in the list of highest run-scorers in T20Is. Virat Kohli has 4188 runs in 117 innings while Babar Azam has 4192 runs in 119 innings. India captain Rohit Sharma leads the list with 4231 runs in 151 innings. Babar Azam achieved the feat during a match against Australia. With Rohit having retired from T20Is, Babar Azam is expected to surpass him in the list very soon.

Pakistan Cricket Board's Big Blow To India With Champions Trophy Announcement, Says No To...

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi on Monday said he is yet to get a response from the ICC over BCCI's refusal to play the Champions Trophy in Pakistan. Earlier this month, the BCCI made it clear to the ICC that it won't send the national team to Pakistan and wants its games to be held in a third country. PCB has rejected the hybrid model and has sought clarity from the ICC on why India doesn't want to travel to Pakistan.

Fire In Team Hotel, Pakistan Cricket Board Ends National Championship Amid Champions Trophy Row

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had to abruptly end the National Women's Championship in Karachi on Monday after five players had a close shave following a fire incident in the team hotel. The PCB had booked an entire floor for the five competing sides and team officials. A source said that when the fire broke out, barring five players, all the other cricketers and officials were at the National Stadium either for matches or net sessions.

Aaqib Javed To Remain Pakistan Interim Head Coach Till Champions Trophy

Former pacer Aaqib Javed will remain Pakistan's interim head coach in limited-overs cricket till the Champions Trophy and will also continue in his role on the national selection panel, the Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed on Monday. The board said while Javed will handle responsibilities of the being the team's head coach, it will continue its search for another candidate. “The PCB will aim to complete the appointment by the end of the ICC Champions Trophy scheduled from February 19 to March 9,” an official said. Javed has coached Pakistan Super League side Lahore Qalandars in the past and also the Sri Lankan team for a short stint earlier this year as their fast bowling coach.

LIVE | Australia v Pakistan, 3rd T20I

Pakistan captain Salman Agha won the toss and opted to bat in the third and final T20 against Australia in Hobart on Monday.

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Champions Trophy Uncertainty Over? Report Says ICC To Announce Schedule By...

India To Host First-Ever Kho Kho World Cup In January 2025

Marcus Stoinis Lets Rip As Australia Crush Pakistan For T20I Series Whitewash

Babar Azam Surpasses Virat Kohli To Achieve Major All-Time High, Set To Surpass Rohit Sharma Soon

Pakistan Cricket Board's Big Blow To India With Champions Trophy Announcement, Says No To...

Fire In Team Hotel, Pakistan Cricket Board Ends National Championship Amid Champions Trophy Row

Aaqib Javed To Remain Pakistan Interim Head Coach Till Champions Trophy

LIVE | Australia v Pakistan, 3rd T20I