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Champions Trophy Arrives In Pakistan Amid Row Over India's Refusal To Travel
Even though the ICC is yet to announce the final schedule of the Champions Trophy, it flew the trophy to Pakistan on Thursday for a tour of the country beginning November 16. According to a Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) official, the trophy tour would begin from Skardu in northern Pakistan. "The tour will cover major Pakistani cities where the Champions Trophy matches are set to be played," the official said.
"No Back Channel...": Pakistan Foreign Office's Clear Message On India's Champions Trophy Travel Refusal
Pakistan on Thursday said that no back channel diplomacy was going on with India after the neighbouring country refused to send its cricket team for the Champions Trophy to be held in February-March next year. The spokesperson of Foreign Office, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, was asked questions at the weekly press briefing regarding the status of the cricket tournament scheduled to be held in Pakistan early next year. “There is no back channel with India to specifically discuss the Champions Trophy and bilateral Cricket between Pakistan and India,” she said.
Watch: India Skipper Rohit Sharma Sweats It Out Ahead Of Border-Gavaskar Trophy
Skipper Rohit Sharma was seen sweating it out in a new video, showcasing his dedication and intense workout routine. The video, posted by his media team, Team Ro, on Instagram, captures the cricket star lifting weights, cycling, and running. "Best start to the day," was the text shared with the post. As a key player for the Indian cricket team, his rigorous training regimen is crucial for staying in top form, especially with the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) on the horizon.
Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Told To Hit 'Reset Button' By Australia Great: "Why They Failed..."
Former Australian pacer Brett Lee has advised India skipper Rohit Sharma and star batter Virat Kohli to hit the "reset button", work on their technique and hit the ground running in the five-Test series against Australia, beginning in Perth in less than 10 days' time. The two batting stalwarts will be keenly observed during the Border-Gavaskar series Down Under following their underwhelming performance in the 0-3 Test whitewash by New Zealand recently.
Champions Trophy Controversy: PCB vs BCCI Battle Leaves ICC With Only 3 Options To Choose From
The International Cricket Council (ICC) finds itself in a precarious situation over next year's Champions Trophy. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has already shut down the idea of sending the Indian men's cricket team to Pakistan for the event, leaving the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) fuming. PCB, who have the legal hosting rights for the event, isn't willing to settle for a hybrid system once again, having done so on multiple occasions before. The situation, hence, puts the onus on ICC to come up with a solution.
India Break Multiple World Records In 3rd T20I Victory vs South Africa: Full List
Team India created multiple world records during the third T20I against South Africa on Wednesday. Tilak Varma slammed his first century in T20I cricket, as India posted a total of 219 in 20 overs. In the end, India ended up winning by 11 runs, as South Africa could manage only 208. India broke and equalled a barrage of records during the match, including becoming the first-ever team in T20 history to register more than 200 sixes in a single calendar year.
India Thought "We'll Whitewash The Kiwis": Brett Lee's Brutal Dig At Rohit Sharma And Co.
Team India suffered a shock 0-3 defeat to New Zealand earlier this month, their first Test series loss at home in nearly 12 years. The Indian batters looked completely out of sorts against the Kiwis spin duo of Mitchell Santner and Ajaz Patel. The shock loss has now put India's hopes of reaching a third straight World Test Championship (WTC) final in jeopardy. While analysing the result, former Australia pacer Brett Lee suggested India underestimated New Zealand due to their exceptional record at home.