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September 15, 2025 9:28 AM

India thump Pakistan in politically-charged Asia Cup clash

Captain Suryakumar Yadav led India to a comprehensive seven-wicket victory against Pakistan in a politically-charged Asia Cup match on Sunday before dedicating the win to their armed forces. India's three-pronged spin attack laid the foundation of their second successive victory in the tournament when they restricted Pakistan for a below-par 127-9. Opener Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma contributed 31 each before Suryakumar, who made 47 not out, sealed India's victory with a six with 4.1 overs...

September 12, 2025 12:50 PM

Asia Cup: Litton Das’ 59 powers Bangladesh to seven-wicket win over Hong Kong

Skipper Litton Das led from the front with a composed 59 off 39 balls as Bangladesh began their Asia Cup campaign with a seven-wicket win over Hong Kong at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Thursday. Chasing 144, Litton anchored the innings with a 95-run stand for the third wicket alongside Towhid Hridoy, who remained unbeaten on 35. Bangladesh overhauled the target with 14 balls to spare, securing their first-ever T20I victory against Hong Kong. Earlier, Hong Kong recovered from a poor...

September 10, 2025 2:05 PM

Afghanistan coach Trott wants improvement after patchy win over Hong Kong

Afghanistan coach Jonathan Trott demanded improvement from his team after an unsteady batting performance in Tuesday's Asia Cup victory against minnows Hong Kong in Abu Dhabi. Afghanistan were 95-6 in 13 overs before dropped catches allowed them to post a match-winning total of 188-6 after electing to bat in the tournament opener. Opener Sediqullah Atal topscored with 73 but was spilled three times, including in the very first over. "We were a bit fortunate with a few dropped catches that sor...

September 9, 2025 2:49 PM

Hong Kong eye upset as they face worn-out Afghanistan in Asia Cup 2025 opener

The 2025 Asia Cup gets underway on Tuesday as Hong Kong take on Afghanistan in the opening match at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. This edition of the tournament is being played in the T20I format, serving as a lead-up to the 2026 T20 World Cup. Afghanistan enter the contest on the back of a disappointing loss to Pakistan in the final of the tri-series in Sharjah. Despite that setback, they remain strong contenders, particularly in conditions favourable to their spin-heavy attack. Capta...

September 9, 2025 10:32 AM

India bowling coach Morne Morkel stresses all-rounders’ role ahead of Asia Cup

Indian bowling coach Morne Morkel has highlighted the importance of all-rounders contributing with both bat and ball as Team India prepares to start its Asia Cup campaign against the UAE on September 10. India’s squad features three all-rounders — Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, and Axar Patel. Morkel said players must be ready to deliver in all departments. “On match day, we’re going to need somebody to do the work for us,” he told reporters. Morkel also stressed the value of part-time ...

September 8, 2025 5:15 PM

India favourites to defend geopolitically-charged Asia Cup

Reigning 20-overs world champions India look overwhelming favourites to retain their Asia Cup title with Suryakumar Yadav leading a crack squad that can sweep aside rivals and any geopolitical distraction in the tournament beginning on Tuesday. The September 9-28 tournament had looked in limbo after four days of military conflict between tournament hosts India and bitter neighbours Pakistan in May this year. The eight-team competition was subsequently moved to the United Arab Emirates but the ...

September 8, 2025 9:12 AM

‘Proud moment for Indian hockey’: PM Modi hails India’s Asia Cup triumph

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated the Indian men’s hockey team for lifting the Asia Cup after a commanding 4-1 win over defending champions South Korea in the final at Rajgir, Bihar. The victory not only reaffirmed India’s dominance in Asian hockey but also secured the team a direct berth for next year’s FIH World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands. This is India’s fourth Asia Cup title, following previous triumphs in 2003, 2007, and 2017. South Korea remain the most ...

August 18, 2025 11:32 AM

Pakistan tell Babar Azam to improve strike rate for T20 comeback

Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam has been told to improve his batting against spin and boost his overall strike rate to be considered for Twenty20 Internationals, coach Mike Hesson said. Babar is Pakistan's batting mainstay in other formats but has not played a T20 International since their tour of South Africa late last year. The 30-year-old could not find a place in the Pakistan squad for the Asia Cup next month as the team management showed faith in rising players such as Sahibzada Farhan...