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‘Champions Trophy in the house’: Shoaib Akhtar overjoyed with ‘beauty’ amid India-Pakistan standoff | Cricket News – Times of India

Shoaib Akhtar (Photo Credits: @shoaib100mph on X) NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar recently took centre stage as he joined the Champions Trophy tour in Pakistan, displaying his excitement for the prestigious ICC tournament set to take place in 2025. Sharing a moment of pride on social media, Akhtar posted a photo on platform X (formerly Twitter), captioned: “Landed back in Pakistan to this beauty. Champions Trophy in the house!!”Despite the celebratory mood, the road to hosting the Champions Trophy remains steeped in uncertainty. Tensions persist over whether the tournament will occur in Pakistan, feature a hybrid model, or be shifted entirely. The debate gained momentum when the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) informed the International Cricket Council (ICC) th...

20Nov

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Broadcaster has said no to hybrid Champions Trophy, claims former Pakistan batter | Cricket News – Times of India

File image of India captain Rohit Sharma shaking hands with former Pakistan captain Babar Azam (Photo Source: X) As the impasse over the Champions Trophy hosting and scheduling continues, former Pakistan batsman Basit Ali has claimed that the tournament's official broadcaster has said 'no' to the hybrid model or to have India and Pakistan in different pools. After the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) refused to send the Indian team to Pakistan -- the designated hosts of the tournament, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken a tough stance with strong objection to a hybrid model, which will allow India to play their matches at a neutral venue, while the rest of tournament is hosted in Pakistan.In fact, the PCB chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, has gone on record to say that the hybrid...

20Nov

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‘It’s the captain and players who…’: Pakistan’s interim white-ball coach Aaqib Javed makes a big statement | Cricket News – Times of India

Aaqib Javed. (Video Grab) NEW DELHI: Former fast bowler Aaqib Javed, who was recently appointed Pakistan's interim white-ball coach, on Wednesday commented that while coaches play a role, it is ultimately the captain and players who win matches.He emphasized that leadership on the field and players’ execution are the decisive factors in cricket. His remarks come as he prepares to step into a permanent coaching role for Pakistan’s white-ball teams, replacing Jason Gillespie.Aaqib, with his extensive coaching experience, aims to bring a pragmatic approach, especially as Pakistan gears up for crucial series against Zimbabwe and South Africa."I have been coaching for the last 20 years and a coach can only help in creating a good environment to a certain extent, sending a clear and loud message...

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India withdraw from T20 Blind World Cup in Pakistan after non-clearance from government – Times of India

India blind cricket team (Pic Credit - X) India have officially withdrawn from the T20 Blind World Cup that was due to be played in Pakistan from November 22 to December 3. The decision came after the team was not given clearance by the central government to play the competition in the neighbouring country."While this is a significant setback for the team, Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) fully respects the government's concerns and the decision for the same. The team had been training rigorously and was eager to compete. However, we prioritise the government's guidance and remain steadfast in our commitment to the continued development of Blind Cricket in India," said a statement by CABI."We play with passion, and we represent our country with immense pride. We have alway...

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‘It’s up to the BJP government, not BCCI’: Shoaib Akhtar on India’s travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy – WATCH | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Will the Champions Trophy be held in Pakistan? Will it be played under a hybrid model? Or will the tournament be entirely shifted out of Pakistan? The uncertainty surrounding the host venue for the 2025 Champions Trophy continues to dominate discussions in world cricket.The controversy began when the BCCI informed the International Cricket Council (ICC) that the Indian cricket team would not travel to Pakistan, the designated host for the tournament.In response, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) took a firm stance, rejecting the idea of a hybrid model.ICC cancels key event for Champions Trophy amid scheduling dispute over India matchesNow, former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has weighed in on the issue, sharing his perspective in a recent interview."It's really up to the go...

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Chief selector Ajit Agarkar, coach Gautam Gambhir to work on roadmap – Times of India

Gautam Gambhir and Ajit Agarkar during a press conference in Mumbai. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: While all eyes are trained on how the Indian team will fare in the five Tests in Australia from Friday, coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Agarkar will also be working on a roadmap for the future of the white-ball teams, apart from the Test squad.TOI understands that Agarkar has been asked to stay in Australia for the entire length of the tour to work closely with Gambhir and get an understanding of how each player is placed in his career. Following the 0-3 debacle at home against New Zealand, talk of transition has gathered steam.According to BCCI sources, the idea is to ensure that both Agarkar and Gambhir are on the same page on the matter. There has been speculation that there is a lac...

19Nov

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Champions Trophy Impasse: ‘IPL ki wajah se India boht strong ho chuka hai’ | Cricket News – Times of India

The stalemate over the hosting of Champions Trophy refuses to end as designated hosts Pakistan have categorically denied accepting a hybrid model, while India are firm on their decision to not play the tournament in Pakistan -- leaving the International Cricket Council (ICC) scratching its head looking for a solution. On Monday the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, told reporters at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore that the country "will not accept a hybrid model", which would allow India to play their matches at a neutral venue, and that every participating nation has given assurance to play.Also See:Cricket Live ScoreHowever, former Pakistan batsman Basit Ali said other teams may have given surety of playing the tournament but not that they won't play if it is turned into...

18Nov

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Champions Trophy will be held in Pakistan, no hybrid model: PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi | – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi firmly stated that the Champions Trophy will take place in Pakistan as planned. He emphasised that if India has any reservations, it should engage in dialogue with the PCB to address them."Pakistan's pride and respect is our priority. Champions Trophy will take place in our country only, we will not accept Hybrid Model. If India has any issues, they can come to us and we will sort them out", Naqvi said while addressing the media outside Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore."We stand firm on our stance that we will not go for a hybrid model. We're waiting for the ICC to announce the schedule as soon as possible," he added.Naqvi urges the ICC to uphold its credibility as a governing body representing all cricket bodies worldwide."The ICC nee...