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Check Out Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule

Check Out Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

2013 winners India are placed in Group A alongside defending champions Pakistan, New Zealand and Bangladesh.

Here's why Shaheen Afridi had 'heated argument' with coach

Here's why Shaheen Afridi had 'heated argument' with coach

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

Sources informed Geo News that Shaheen and Yousuf exchanged heated words, but later, the pacer apologised to him.

PCB adamant about holding Champions Trophy final in Lahore

PCB adamant about holding Champions Trophy final in Lahore

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

The source said that the PCB is expecting to get some sort of viable answer from the BCCI officials at the upcoming meeting on the progress they have made (if any) on seeking clearance from their government to send their team to Pakistan early next year for the tournament.

12 Billion Spent, Gaddafi Stadium Still Not Ready

12 Billion Spent, Gaddafi Stadium Still Not Ready

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Gaddafi Stadium to be handed over to ICC for Champions Trophy on Feb 11: PCB source

Buttler named in England squads for WI series

Buttler named in England squads for WI series

Rediff.com14 May 2025

British media reports said all 10 English players involved with the IPL will hold a meeting with the Professional Cricketers' Association over security arrangements for a potential return to India.

Where can IPL 2025 be completed?

Where can IPL 2025 be completed?

Rediff.com9 May 2025

Will the BCCI listen to Vaughan's suggestion?

Was Rizwan forced to accept PCB's diktat?

Was Rizwan forced to accept PCB's diktat?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

Pakistan's new white-ball captain Muhammad Rizwan, after initial reluctance, has agreed to the PCB's new selection policy and will not have any voting right in the short-listing of touring squads or the playing eleven, according to a source in the board.

Babar, Shaheen Hug For Eid

Babar, Shaheen Hug For Eid

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

It is often speculated that the Pakistan team has two factions -- one supporting Skipper Babar Azam, while the other group is loyal to fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi.

'Indian Cricket Changed My Life'

'Indian Cricket Changed My Life'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

'I have a deep affection for Indian cricket. If someone asked me to come back, I wouldn't say no.'

Indo-Pak ties continue to impact ICC Champions Trophy prep

Indo-Pak ties continue to impact ICC Champions Trophy prep

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

The International Cricket Council (ICC) expressed its satisfaction over the detailed briefing of arrangements presented by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) officials for next year's Champions Trophy, sources told Geo News.

Babar, Shaheen, Naseem recalled for Australia series

Babar, Shaheen, Naseem recalled for Australia series

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

Former captain Babar Azam, pacers Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah returned to the Pakistan team for the upcoming white-ball series in Australia.

2023 World Cup: ICC rejects Pakistan's request!

2023 World Cup: ICC rejects Pakistan's request!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

The Pakistan Cricket Board had asked to move its match against Afghanistan from Chennai to Bengaluru and the game against Australia from Bengaluru to Chennai.

Fan of Sachin & Hardik, UAE lad set for India battle

Fan of Sachin & Hardik, UAE lad set for India battle

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Admirer of Tendulkar, inspired by Pandya, UAE's Alishan Sharafu ready for India challenge in Asia Cup

SEE: Shaheen Afridi's heartwarming celebration for his newborn son

SEE: Shaheen Afridi's heartwarming celebration for his newborn son

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Shaheen Shah Afridi and his wife Ansha Afridi have welcomed a new member into their family.

Is This Why Kohli Quit Test Cricket?

Is This Why Kohli Quit Test Cricket?

Rediff.com14 May 2025

He was seeking a new purpose -- something to reignite his passion and spark a personal resurgence. But under the current team management, Kohli felt that he wasn't getting the environment, autonomy, or energy he needed.

Rumours of infighting rock Pakistan World Cup team

Rumours of infighting rock Pakistan World Cup team

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

The PCB strongly denied recent speculations about any internal discord in the Babar Azam-led side.

Arthur rejects offer to return as Pakistan coach

Arthur rejects offer to return as Pakistan coach

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

Arthur is not coming because of the unreliable environment in Pakistan cricket

Pakistan keen to play cricket matches in US

Pakistan keen to play cricket matches in US

Rediff.com12 Feb 2010

After the cash-rich Indian Premier League, it is the Pakistan Cricket Board, which is now exploring the possibility of organising cricket matches for the national team in the United States.

PCB chief hopes new chairman Jay Shah considers ICC's interests

PCB chief hopes new chairman Jay Shah considers ICC's interests

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

'It is just not possible that while Pakistan keeps on going and playing all events in India, the Indian authorities are not willing to send their team to play in Pakistan.'

WTC: Where does Pakistan stand after series loss to B'desh?

WTC: Where does Pakistan stand after series loss to B'desh?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Pakistan's loss has had a detrimental impact on their WTC aspirations. India continues to lead the WTC table with a commanding 68.52 points in 9 games.

Pakistan retain Babar, Rizwan, Shaheen for Bangladesh Tests

Pakistan retain Babar, Rizwan, Shaheen for Bangladesh Tests

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

Pakistan have dropped plans to conduct "major surgery" on the national team as it included senior players Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan and Shaheen Shah Afridi in the Test squad for the two-match series against Bangladesh.

PCB seeks clarity from ICC over India's CT participation

PCB seeks clarity from ICC over India's CT participation

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

A hybrid model was followed during the Asia Cup last year, when India's matches were held in Sri Lanka while other matches were played in Pakistan.

Bad weather in Multan forces Pakistan to move Test venue

Bad weather in Multan forces Pakistan to move Test venue

Rediff.com24 Dec 2022

Test venue moved from Multan to Karachi due to 'deteriorating' weather conditions

International cricket will return fulltime in Pakistan soon: Sangakkara

International cricket will return fulltime in Pakistan soon: Sangakkara

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

Sangakkara lauded the steps that have been taken in Pakistan over the past few years to encourage teams and players to play in the country.

Asia Cup: Pakistan make four changes for must-win game vs SL

Asia Cup: Pakistan make four changes for must-win game vs SL

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Pakistan's bowlers had gone for plenty against India and they will look to comeback strongly in what is a virtual semi-final against Sri Lanka.

New Zealand rules out playing cricket in Pakistan

New Zealand rules out playing cricket in Pakistan

Rediff.com23 Aug 2010

New Zealand Cricket (NZC) Chief Executive Justin Vaughan has said that it is not possible for the Black Caps to travel to Pakistan to help with fundraising matches for the flood ravaged country.

Will Sri Lanka's cricket team travel to Pakistan despite threat?

Will Sri Lanka's cricket team travel to Pakistan despite threat?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is still hopeful of hosting Sri Lanka for a limited-overs tour this month despite alleged terrorist threats.

Unrest in Bangladesh casts shadow on Pakistan tour

Unrest in Bangladesh casts shadow on Pakistan tour

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

Reports about homes of some senior players being attacked by mobs have also deepened the crisis

Champions Trophy in jeopardy, ICC cancels schedule launch

Champions Trophy in jeopardy, ICC cancels schedule launch

Rediff.com10 Nov 2024

The International Cricket Council's (ICC) plans for a high-profile event in Lahore next week to unveil the 2025 Champions Trophy schedule have been derailed.

Can World XI series herald return of international cricket in Pakistan?

Can World XI series herald return of international cricket in Pakistan?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2017

The star-studded series to take place under tight security will be closely monitored by other cricket boards and if all goes well Pakistan expects to host Sri Lanka and West Indies this year, Pakistan cricket board chairman Najam Sethi said.

Hasnain to replace injured Afridi in Pakistan's Asia Cup squad

Hasnain to replace injured Afridi in Pakistan's Asia Cup squad

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

Former champions Pakistan begin their Asia Cup campaign in an August 28 blockbuster against arch-rivals India in Dubai.

Asia Cup Trophy to reach India 'in a day or two'?

Asia Cup Trophy to reach India 'in a day or two'?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

'We are pursuing this matter, about 10 days ago also we wrote a letter to the chairman of ACC, but there is no change in their stand.'

Why England are opposed to Saudi-backed T20 league

Why England are opposed to Saudi-backed T20 league

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

ECB chief executive Richard Gould said they would not support a proposed global Twenty20 league bankrolled by Saudi Arabia.

PCB boss summons Kirsten; deliberates Babar's future

PCB boss summons Kirsten; deliberates Babar's future

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi summoned white-ball head coach Gary Kirsten to talk about the team's future

'The Indian board is not interested in playing against Pakistan'

'The Indian board is not interested in playing against Pakistan'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2015

Former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ijaz Butt has said that the present PCB set-up should stop wasting its time trying to organise a series against India as "it would never happen".

Asia Cup moved out of Pakistan?

Asia Cup moved out of Pakistan?

Rediff.com8 May 2023

It will be interesting to see if Pakistan, after this snub, competes in the tournament, scheduled to be held from September 2-17.

Pakistan skipper issues strong message ahead of busy schedule

Pakistan skipper issues strong message ahead of busy schedule

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam sent a strong message to his team as they go into a crucial set of matches ahead of the ICC ODI World Cup.

Skip ICC World Cup, stay out of Olympics: Butt to India

Skip ICC World Cup, stay out of Olympics: Butt to India

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

What was meant to be a veterans' contest has reignited a familiar debate over politics, patriotism, and the role of sport as diplomatic leverage.

Pakistan will overcome crisis, says PCB chief after NZ tour pullout

Pakistan will overcome crisis, says PCB chief after NZ tour pullout

Rediff.com19 Sep 2021

New Zealand's abrupt decision to pull out of their cricket tour of Pakistan has created "an unfortunate scenario" but the hosts know how to overcome such crises, the chairman of the country's cricket board Ramiz Raja said.

Cricket Buzz: Pakistan to continue playing home games in the UAE

Cricket Buzz: Pakistan to continue playing home games in the UAE

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

Uncertainty arose following reports that the Afghanistan Premier League would be played in UAE in October, coinciding with Pakistan's home series against Australia and New Zealand.