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Predicting Pakistan’s performance in an ICC tournament is notoriously challenging. Even seasoned analysts, the ICC, or top astrologers might find it difficult to foresee Pakistan’s journey. Their unpredictability was highlighted in the 2017 Champions Trophy, where they defied all odds to claim the title. Since then, Pakistan has continued to surprise, winning unexpected matches and losing ones they were expected to win easily. With the T20 World Cup being played on some of the most unpredictable pitches, the element of chaos is higher than ever. However, it is in such chaos that Babar Azam and his team often shine the…
Pakistan all-rounder Imad Wasim is conspicuously absent from the playing XI for their 2024 T20 World Cup clash against the United States of America (USA) at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas, Texas, on Thursday, June 6. This match marks the start of Pakistan’s Group B campaign in the tournament. Pakistan skipper Babar Azam announced during the pre-match press conference that Imad Wasim would miss the opener due to a side strain. This injury had also sidelined him for the final T20I in the recent series against England. As a result, Imad Wasim was not listed in the team sheet…
The cricketing world showered warm wishes on veteran Indian batter Ajinkya Rahane as he celebrated his 36th birthday today (June 6). Recently seen in action for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) during IPL 2024, Rahane’s campaign ended at the league stage after a tough loss against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a virtual knockout match on May 18. Despite a successful season last year, Rahane struggled to make a significant impact for CSK in IPL 2024. In 13 matches, he managed to score only 242 runs at an average of 20.17, with his highest score being 45. Looking to move past this…
Former Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq has urged wicket-keeper batter Azam Khan to enhance his mental resilience and stay focused amidst harsh criticism over his fitness and form. Despite showcasing his impressive skills at the domestic level, Azam has faced significant challenges in international cricket. The 25-year-old has an average of just 9.77 and a strike rate of 135.38, with a highest score of only 30 in 13 T20Is. Azam struggled significantly in the recent series against England before the ongoing T20 World Cup. Selection Despite Criticism Despite his poor form, Azam was included in the 15-member Pakistan squad for the T20…
India captain Rohit Sharma reached a monumental milestone during the T20 World Cup match against Ireland at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium on Wednesday, June 5. The veteran right-hander became only the second Indian and the third player overall to complete 4,000 runs in T20I cricket. The 37-year-old achieved this landmark in his 144th innings. Rohit needed just 26 runs to reach this milestone. He stylishly achieved it by hitting a boundary off Josh Little in the sixth over. Also-Read-Trending Former India captain Virat Kohli was the first to reach this landmark, while Pakistan skipper Babar Azam recently achieved…
Team India kicked off their 2024 T20 World Cup campaign with a dominant eight-wicket victory over Ireland at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium on Wednesday, June 5. With this win, they have ascended to the top of the Group A points table. Opting to bowl first, Arshdeep Singh set the tone with a fiery spell in the powerplay, delivering early blows to the Irish lineup. Hardik Pandya then made an impact with a stunning delivery to clean up Lorcan Tucker, followed by Jasprit Bumrah removing Harry Tector. Pandya chipped in with two more wickets, while Bumrah added another, bundling…
In an exciting encounter at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York, India triumphed over Ireland by eight wickets in yesterday’s 2024 T20 World Cup match. After opting to bowl first on a challenging batting pitch, the Men in Blue bowled out the Irish team for a mere 96 runs in 16 overs. Hardik Pandya’s impressive 3-27 and Jasprit Bumrah’s stellar 2-6 from three overs were pivotal in India’s commanding performance. India’s bowlers set the tone early. Arshdeep Singh dismantled Ireland’s top order, dismissing both openers in the third over. Paul Stirling (2) fell to a leading edge…
Team India kicked off their ICC Men’s 2024 T20 World Cup campaign with a dominant eight-wicket victory over Ireland at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York on Wednesday, June 5. After winning the toss and opting to bowl first, the Men in Blue delivered a stellar performance, bundling out the Irish side for 96 in 16 overs. In response, India chased down the target comfortably in 12.2 overs. All-rounder Hardik Pandya was the standout performer for India with figures of 3-27 from his four overs, while Jasprit Bumrah was equally impressive, finishing with 2-6 from three overs.…
Indian captain Rohit Sharma has disclosed that he attempted to persuade Rahul Dravid to continue as the team’s head coach, but was unsuccessful. He acknowledged that parting ways with the Indian legend would be challenging for the team. Dravid, who took over from Ravi Shastri after the 2021 T20 World Cup, has announced that the ongoing 2024 T20 World Cup in the West Indies and the United States will be his final assignment as Team India’s head coach. India will kick off their campaign in the ICC event against Ireland at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York…
Cricket Ireland has announced its central contracts list for the 2024-25 season, with a significant increase in full-time contracts from 14 to 21 players. In addition to these full-time contracts, four players – Gavin Hoey, Matthew Humphreys, Tom Mayes, and Liam McCarthy – have been granted Retainer Contracts. Full-time contracts span the entire year, whereas Retainer Contracts cover specific periods or series. Ireland’s chief Men’s Selector Andrew White commented on this development: “As our talent pool grows, so too does the challenge of selecting central contracts. With an increasing volume of cricket to play both home and away, our need…
