Champions Trophy: PCB enhances security after fan invades during NZ-Ban clash

IANS | February 25, 2025 6:31 PM

Lahore, Feb 25 (IANS) The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken serious note of a security breach that occurred during the ICC Champions Trophy match between New Zealand and Bangladesh in Rawalpindi, where a spectator entered the field of play and attempted to hug Kiwi batter Rachin Ravindra.

Champions Trophy: Atherton, Hussain call for England XI shake-up ahead of Afghanistan clash

IANS | February 25, 2025 5:08 PM

New Delhi, Feb 25 (IANS) England's Champions Trophy campaign hangs by a thread as they prepare to face Afghanistan on Wednesday, knowing that another defeat, following their opening loss to Australia, could see them staring at early elimination. Former England captains Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain have weighed in on England’s struggles, raising concerns over Jofra Archer’s form and calling for a promotion up the order for skipper Jos Buttler.

IPL 2025: Venkatesh Iyer ready for KKR captaincy, calls it 'just a tag'

IANS | February 25, 2025 4:37 PM

New Delhi, Feb 25 (IANS) India all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer is willing to accept the leadership role at defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (IPL) for the IPL 2025 season. Venkatesh, who joined the franchise for Rs 23.75 crore at last year's mega auction, feels that captaincy is "just a tag" as any player can contribute to the team's cause. KKR and Delhi Capitals are the only two sides to not name their captains for the IPL 2025, set to commence on March 22 with a clash between KKR and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at Eden Gardens.

IDCA announces squad for T20I tri-series and ODIs for Deaf Cricket

IANS | February 25, 2025 2:54 PM

New Delhi, Feb 25 (IANS) Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA) has declared the 16-member Team India squad for the upcoming International T20 and ODI Deaf cricket series. The T20 International tri-series between India, South Africa and Australia will be held from March 2 to 8 in New Delhi.