- 15/09/2025 17:15:38
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Afghanistan's Naveen-ul-Haq is out of the Asia Cup 2025 due to a shoulder injury, confirmed by the Afghanistan Cricket Board. Abdollah Ahmadzai replaces him in the squad. Naveen has played 48 T20Is, taking 67 wickets. Afghanistan started strong, defeating Hong Kong by 94 runs, with Atal and Omarzai shining. They will face Bangladesh on September 16 in Dubai.
- 15/09/2025 17:15:38
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Anish Giri and Matthias Bluebaum secured their spots in the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 after a strong showing at the FIDE Grand Swiss. R Vaishali defended her title in the women's event, marking her second appearance in the Women’s Candidates Tournament 2026. With Caruana and Nakamura also confirmed, the Candidates Tournament is set to be highly competitive.
- 15/09/2025 17:15:38
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In the Asia Cup 2025 clash, Kuldeep Yadav's bowling and Jasprit Bumrah's contribution restricted Pakistan to a modest total. Abhishek Sharma then ignited India's chase with a rapidfire innings, smashing Shaheen Afridi for boundaries and sixes. His quickfire 31 set the stage for India's comfortable seven-wicket victory, prompting a patriotic message from the young opener.
- 15/09/2025 17:15:38
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Tensions escalate as Pakistan threatens to boycott remaining Asia Cup 2025 matches if match referee Andy Pycroft isn't removed. PCB alleges Pycroft instructed their captain to avoid handshakes with India, further accusing Suryakumar Yadav of unsportsmanlike conduct post-match. India's captain dedicated the win to terror attack victims and armed forces, adding fuel to the fire.
- 15/09/2025 15:15:31
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UAE defeated Oman by 42 runs in a crucial Asia Cup Super Four qualifier, fueled by Muhammad Waseem's 69 and Alishan Sharafu's 51. Junaid Siddique's impressive 4/23 restricted Oman to 130. After losing their opening matches, this victory keeps UAE's hopes alive for the next stage.
- 15/09/2025 15:15:31
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Al Nassr and Al Khaleej maintained their winning streaks in the Roshn Saudi League, showcasing early dominance. NEOM SC celebrated a historic first-ever league victory, while Al Hilal witnessed Darwin Núñez's debut goal. Matchweek 2 highlighted the strength of established clubs and the ambition of rising teams, setting the stage for an exciting season with impressive performances and surprising results.
- 15/09/2025 15:15:31
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The ICC is likely to reject the PCB's demand to remove match referee Andy Pycroft, following allegations that he instructed captains not to shake hands. Sources suggest Pycroft may have been acting on instructions from the ACC. The PCB, led by chief Mohsin Naqvi, threatened to withdraw from the tournament if their demand wasn't met.
- 15/09/2025 13:15:45
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The PCB alleges that Pyrcoft was in violation of of the ICC Code of Conduct and the MCC Laws pertaining to the Spirit of Cricket. The PCB has threatened to boycott its next game if its demands are not met
- 15/09/2025 13:15:45
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Fast bowler Abdullah Ahmadzai, who was previously in the reserves, has been promoted to the main squad for the Asia Cup 2025
- 15/09/2025 13:15:45
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The venues are still undecided, and it remains to be seen whether the BCCI will spread the league across more centres than last year
- 15/09/2025 13:15:45
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The Bangladesh spin bowling coach stressed the need to counter Afghanistan's potent spin attack in the middle overs as his side prepare for a must-win game
- 15/09/2025 13:15:45
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The PCB chairman had sought Pycroft's recall over the handshake controversy, but ICC officials see little justification for such a move
- 15/09/2025 12:15:48
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T20 cricket is evolving into a high-scoring spectacle, with India aiming for totals of 250+ in the upcoming 2026 World Cup. This strategy prioritizes batting depth, as seen in team selections like Shivam Dube over Arshdeep Singh. While coach Gambhir embraces this high-risk approach, Ashwin advocates for quality bowlers, emphasizing the importance of a strong bowling attack alongside batting prowess.
- 15/09/2025 12:15:48
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R Vaishali defended her FIDE Women’s Grand Swiss title in 2025, securing a spot in the 2026 Candidates Tournament. She finished with 8 points after drawing against Tan Zhongyi. Vaishali joins Koneru Humpy and Divya Deshmukh as the third Indian woman to qualify for the Candidates, marking a significant achievement for Indian women's chess.
- 15/09/2025 12:15:48
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Pakistan cricket team have threatened to pull out of Asia Cup 2025 if match referee Andy Pycroft is not removed from the tournament in the aftermath of the handshake row against India.
- 15/09/2025 09:15:44
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Aymeric Laporte's return to Athletic Club Bilbao was fraught with complications as Al Nassr delayed the transfer, seeking higher offers despite Laporte's desire to return. FIFA intervened to finalize the move after a paperwork issue threatened the deal. Laporte, eager to play for Bilbao again, even sacrificed higher wages and now hopes for a Champions League spot.
- 15/09/2025 08:15:36
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Mohammed Siraj was named ICC Men's Player of the Month for August 2025 after a stunning nine-wicket haul at The Oval. His performance helped India level the series against England, highlighting his rising stature in international cricket.
- 15/09/2025 08:15:36
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Five key New Zealand cricketers have signed casual contracts for the 2025-26 season. These agreements ensure their availability and support ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup in India.
- 15/09/2025 08:15:36
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Asia Cup: Pakistan Cricket Board has demanded the removal of match referee Andy Pycroft, alleging violation of ICC Code of Conduct in match against India. The controversy erupted after Indian players refused to shake hands with the Pakistan side.
- 15/09/2025 07:15:33
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Amidst Asia Cup 2025 controversies, an exasperated Pakistani fan has humorously requested India to boycott their next match. This plea followed Pakistan's defeat against India, hoping it would improve their chances of reaching the final. The match also saw India skipping the customary handshake, a decision defended by captain Suryakumar Yadav, dedicating the win to the armed forces.
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