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Chasing 321 runs, Pakistan had a horrid start in the second innings. Fakhar Zaman, who suffered a lower back injury in the first innings, didn’t open the batting, as Babar Azam walked out alongside Saud Shakeel. Both the senior batters struggled to find runs and eventually, Shakeel departed six runs off 19 deliveries. William O’Rourke sent him back to the pavilion as the hosts were 8/1 after 3.4 overs. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/fomE16M via IFTTT

The Champions Trophy 2025 got off to a flying start as hosts Pakistan faced off against New Zealand in the season opener. Both sides locked horns at the National Stadium in Karachi on Wednesday, February 20. The clash began with New Zealand coming in to bat first after losing the toss. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/IJUZpvw via IFTTT

India will host Bangladesh in the opening game of the Champions Trophy 2025 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The Men in Blue defeated England 3-0 in the recently concluded ODI series and will be full of confidence before taking on the Najmul Shanto-led side on February 20. Interestingly, Bangladesh suffered a humiliating defeat to Pakistan Shaheen in the warm-up match, which arguably have put them under more pressure. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/Jp9oNLZ via IFTTT

Former England captain Nasser Hussain tipped India as his favourites to win the upcoming Champions Trophy in Pakistan and the UAE mentioning that the depth in the squad might be enough for them to go all the way despite missing their ace Jasprit Bumrah. Nasser said that the batting depth and options are key for India but even in the spin department they score over any other side. However, Nasser also mentioned a couple of dark horses in New Zealand and South Africa, who could challenge for the title. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/IUzr7OW via IFTTT

New Zealand women's cricket team will miss its captain Sophie Devine for the white-ball series at home against Sri Lanka in March. Devine will continue to prioritise her mental well-being and New Zealand Cricket (NZC) has respected the veteran all-rounder's decision. Devine has been playing constantly since September last year with the Australia matches, followed by Women's T20 World Cup, India series, Women's Big Bash League followed by Australia ODIs and then the Super Smash. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/bhUuBJD via IFTTT

The 2025 edition of the Champions Trophy will begin on February 19, with defending champions Pakistan taking on New Zealand at the National Stadium in Karachi. India will be opening their campaign on the following day against Bangladesh at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. It is the same ground where the Rohit Sharma-led side will be playing all their matches in the marquee tournament. from IndiaTV Sports: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/dTvqB6I via IFTTT