Ahmed Raza says UAE had 'narrow escape' in beating Nepal in World League 2
Ahmed Raza said UAE had a “narrow escape” after they beat Nepal by 48 runs in the Cricket World Cup League 2 at Dubai International Stadium.
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Pakistan-Australia ODIs moved from Rawalpindi on 'political' grounds
The Australians are currently on their first tour of the country in nearly a quarter of a century, having previously declined to visit because of security fears. There have been no serious threats directed at the team since their arrival last month, but several political rallies -- both for and against the government -- are planned in the nearby capital in the coming days and weeks. Hundreds of thousands of people can descend on the capital during political rallies, choking traffic and causing security problems for officials.
Manchester United's stance on forming their own cricket team after Avram Glazer meeting
Manchester United have no plans to set up their own cricket team following reports suggesting that co-chairman Avram Glazer was considering the idea after a visit to the United Arab Emirates, the Manchester Evening News understands.
Manchester United's all-conquering basketball team and how Sir Alex Ferguson ended it
Manchester United could soon have their very own cricket team. Co-chairman Avram Glazer met with representatives in the UAE to discuss sport in Dubai as well as the creation of the 'Manchester United cricket team', according to Mansoor bin Mohammed.
South Africa leave out IPL-bound players from Bangladesh series Test squad
South Africa will be without their entire first-choice pace attack comprising Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi and Marco Jansen as well as batters Aiden Markram and Rassie van der Dussen as they chose the IPL over the Test series. Cricket South Africa had said it would be leaving it to the players to make the decision whether to play in the IPL or in the series, which the Test captain Dean Elgar had called a "litmus test of loyalty". Middle-order batter Khaya Zondo got his maiden Test call-up and uncapped quick Daryn Dupavillon also found a place in the squad.
Manchester United co-chairman meets with officials to discuss UAE T20 Cricket League plans
Manchester United co-chairman Avram Glazer met Dubai Sports Council chairman Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid to discuss preparations for the UAE's new T20 cricket competition as well as ways to further raise Dubai’s profile as a global sporting hub.
Brandon McNulty: I'm determined to keep churning out wins for UAE Team Emirates
As I crossed the Paris-Nice stage five finish line last week, I realised a goal that I have been working towards my entire life. The countless hours of training all came to fruition as I reached the finish in Saint-Sauveur-de-Montagut for a first stage win on the World Tour. With my arms aloft and wearing a smile from ear to ear, a huge wave of emotion came over me as I thought about all the different people that have contributed to getting me to where I am today.
Tri-series just another serving in never-ending feast of international cricket
It is tempting to think that there is more professional international cricket currently being played than at any other time during the history of the game.