Umaid Wasim

Champions Trophy: India turn ‘one-venue advantage’ into glory

The one-venue advantage, which team India has tried its best to downplay, has been pointed out by pundits of all persuasion. Updated 10 Mar, 2025 05:02pm

South Africa set sights on 2027 World Cup to end title drought

Head coach Rob Walter says team will continue to keep learning, evolve as a team. Published 06 Mar, 2025 04:17pm

BCCI’s Shukla sidesteps talk of resumption of Indo-Pak cricket ties

"For us to visit Pakistan, it will have to come from the government,” BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla says. Published 06 Mar, 2025 01:59pm

New Zealand look forward to doing better at ‘very different’ Dubai

Williamson brushes aside travel between Pakistan and UAE for matches as “part and parcel of the game”. Published 06 Mar, 2025 11:06am

Santner admits Champions Trophy schedule a challenge for players to overcome

Says, "I think it was obviously a tough travel. But I think it was nice to get it done, get here," amid criticism of schedule favouring India. Updated 05 Mar, 2025 12:10pm

Travel logistics could’ve been more efficient, says Bavuma ahead of semi-final

South Africa spent an ultimately pointless day in Dubai before reaching Lahore on Monday afternoon ahead of their semi-final. Updated 05 Mar, 2025 12:09pm

‘Nearly men’ South Africa and NZ clash for final spot today

The tournament’s parting memory in Pakistan will be the 2nd semi-final between the 2 sides after India qualify for the final. Updated 05 Mar, 2025 11:29am

Cricket integrity has been hit for six but it’s no big deal for players

Chorus of criticism against ICC's perceived favoritism of India grows louder, with West Indies legend Sir Vivian Richards now adding his voice. Updated 04 Mar, 2025 12:41pm

Rain plays hide and seek and leaves Afghans disappointed

Here was a chance to avenge the 2023 World Cup loss; a spot in the semi-finals on the line for the winner. Updated 01 Mar, 2025 12:37pm

Rain ruins Pakistan’s chance of consolation

Pakistan finishes an embarrassing last in Group A below Bangladesh. Updated 28 Feb, 2025 01:31pm

‘Momentous day’ for Pakistan football as PFF Congress approves constitutional amendments

Path clear for FIFA suspension on PFF to be lifted, which will allow national team to return to the international fold. Updated 28 Feb, 2025 11:37am

Aqib takes responsibility for Champions Trophy debacle

Pakistan’s head coach stresses need for "consistency at the top"; says decisions shouldn’t be taken in haste or anger. Updated 27 Feb, 2025 07:52am

Pitch invasion incident will not be repeated: PCB

During the Champions Trophy match between New Zealand and Bangladesh, a fan entered the playing field and tried to hug a player. Updated 25 Feb, 2025 09:05pm

New Zealand pull the plug on Pakistan’s Champions Trophy hopes

With Pakistan out, Ravindra hopes his team would now emerge as the crowd favourites for the rest of the tournament. Updated 25 Feb, 2025 10:56am

Australia, South Africa look to maintain semi-final push

After their stunning victory against England, Australia are enjoying “a good vibe around the group”. Updated 25 Feb, 2025 11:08am

We knew we had a chance, says Australia’s Inglis

“We knew the dew was in our favour and if we take it deep enough, it would be tough on the bowlers," says the player of match against England. Updated 23 Feb, 2025 12:39pm

Pakistan gets a taste of cricket’s oldest rivalry

Apart from a smattering of English and Australian fans, most fans at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium were locals. Updated 23 Feb, 2025 11:34am

Champions Trophy: Inglis trumps Duckett as Australia defeat England in record chase

PCB says taking up issue of Indian national anthem playing before match with ICC. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 10:59pm

Back in familiar territory after New Zealand spoil Pakistan’s party

Latham, Young hit centuries as Pakistan’s bowling comes under fire; home team concedes 113 in last 10 overs losing by 60 runs. Updated 20 Feb, 2025 10:12am

Looking to find ‘missing one percent’, Pakistan hope to turn the tide against New Zealand

Hosts go in as defe­nding champions; batter Latham believes NZ's familiarity with Pakistan's team will help them. Updated 19 Feb, 2025 12:29pm