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"Are India Afraid": Ex-PCB Chief Najam Sethi On BCCI, ACC's 'Venue Change U-Turn' For Pakistan Match

After the first Asia Cup 2023 match between India and Pakistan was washed out due to rain, another one's fate is hanging in balance with the Super 4 encounter between the two teams, on Sunday, also expected to witness plenty of rain. In the group match, only one of the innings was possible, with Pakistan not getting to face a single delivery after India set them a target of 267 runs to chase. And now, former Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Najam Sethi has accused the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Asian Cricket Council (ACC) of deciding to not shift the India vs Pakistan Super-4 game from Colombo to Hambantota.

Mohammed Nabi Shatters Record Books, Becomes First Afghanistan Player To Score 5000 International Runs

All-rounder Mohammed Nabi completed 5,000 international runs on Tuesday, becoming the first-ever Afghanistan player to do so. The 38-year-old reached this milestone during his side's Asia Cup 2023 group stage clash against Sri Lanka. During his side's chase of 292 runs, which they needed to get to in 37.1 overs to qualify for the Super Four stage, Nabi scored 65 in 32 balls, consisting of six fours and five sixes. His runs came at a strike rate of 203.12.

Harbhajan Singh's Three-Word Review Of Yuzvendra Chahal After Cricket World Cup 2023 Snub

Former Indian cricket team spinner Harbhajan Singh was left surprised with the decision to not include Yuzvendra Chahal in the Cricket World Cup 2023 squad. The team management went with Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel as the spin bowling with Axar and Jadeja being all-rounders. There was extra focus on all-rounders in the team selection as India also included Shardul Thakur and Hardik Pandya. "Surprise not to see @yuzi_chahal in the World Cup squad for Team India. pure Match winner," he posted on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter).

Watch: Rohit Sharma's Reaction To Being Named India's Cricket World Cup 2023 Captain Goes Viral

The Indian cricket team squad for Cricket World Cup 2023 was announced on Tuesday with skipper Rohit Sharma and chief selector Ajit Agarkar holding a press conference in Kandy. At the start of the press conference, Agarkar read out all the 15 names who were included in the squad. Rohit's name was at the top of the list and his expression following the announcement has gone viral on social media. The India skipper jokingly punched the air before doing a small celebration after his name was announced.

India Clubbed With Egypt, Switzerland, Jamaica In Inaugural Men's Hockey5s World Cup

Reigning Asian champions India have been clubbed alongside Egypt, Switzerland, and Jamaica in Pool B of the upcoming FIH Men's Hockey5s World Cup slated from January 24-31 in Muscat. Sixteen national teams will compete in the inaugural edition of the tournament and they have been divided into four groups of four teams each. India earned their qualification for the tournament after beating Pakistan 4-4 (2-0 SO) at the inaugural Men's Hockey5s Asia Cup at Salalah, Oman on Saturday. The Netherlands have been drawn with Pakistan, Poland and Nigeria in Pool A.

"Light In The Dark Tunnel...": Rishabh Pant Provides Massive Injury Update

India's star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant on Monday took to social media, uploading a video of him running and doing exercises. Pant posted a video on his official X (Formerly known as Twitter) account. He is recovering well from the injuries sustained in a car accident last year. "Thankful to god at least I have started seeing some light in the dark tunnel. #blessed #RP17," tweeted Pant. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had on July 21 issued an update on the recovery of its key players like Pant, Jasprit Bumrah, Rahul and Shreyas. Rahul, along with Iyer have resumed batting practice in nets and are also undergoing strength and fitness drills.

Wolvaardt 'pretty frustrated' after Proteas go close, but no hurrah in Pakistan series whitewash

Proteas women's captain, Laura Wolvaardt, bemoaned South Africa's frustrating T20 series defeat to Pakistan in Karachi.

"It Can Be A Bit Worrying...": Sunil Gavaskar Underlines KL Rahul's Challenge Ahead Of Cricket World Cup 2023

The inclusion of KL Rahul in India's squad for Cricket World Cup 2023 resulted in a massive debate among fans and experts. Rahul did not enjoy a great run of form in 2023 and he was missing from action since Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 as he suffered a thigh injury. The right-hander made his return to the side for Asia Cup 2023 but he once again ended up missing two matches due to a niggle. Questions have often been asked about the backing that Rahul has received over the years from the team management and legendary India opener Sunil Gavaskar has an interesting explanation.

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"Are India Afraid": Ex-PCB Chief Najam Sethi On BCCI, ACC's 'Venue Change U-Turn' For Pakistan Match

Mohammed Nabi Shatters Record Books, Becomes First Afghanistan Player To Score 5000 International Runs

Harbhajan Singh's Three-Word Review Of Yuzvendra Chahal After Cricket World Cup 2023 Snub

Watch: Rohit Sharma's Reaction To Being Named India's Cricket World Cup 2023 Captain Goes Viral

India Clubbed With Egypt, Switzerland, Jamaica In Inaugural Men's Hockey5s World Cup

"Light In The Dark Tunnel...": Rishabh Pant Provides Massive Injury Update

Wolvaardt 'pretty frustrated' after Proteas go close, but no hurrah in Pakistan series whitewash

"It Can Be A Bit Worrying...": Sunil Gavaskar Underlines KL Rahul's Challenge Ahead Of Cricket World Cup 2023