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February 19, 2025 2:19 PM

Champions Trophy 2025 kicks off: Pakistan vs New Zealand in exciting opener as 8 teams battle for glory

The ninth edition of the Champions Trophy is all set to kick off on Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. with an exciting clash between hosts and reigning champions, Pakistan, and the formidable New Zealand team at National Bank Stadium, Karachi. The prestigious tournament is being jointly hosted by Pakistan and the UAE, marking the revival of the Champions Trophy after eight years. The last edition’s runners-up, two-time champions, and world number one ODI team, India, will begin their campaign on Thursda...

April 29, 2024 3:02 PM

Williamson to lead, Boult included as New Zealand announce T20 World Cup 2024 squad

By: Aditya Ahuja New Zealand announced their 15-player squad for the ninth edition of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 on Monday, with the Black Caps opting for an experienced lineup that includes Kane Williamson as captain, along with fast bowling duo Tim Southee and Trent Boult. This will mark Williamson's sixth appearance at a T20 World Cup and his fourth as skipper. Fast bowler Southee is set for his seventh appearance, while pacer Boult will make his fifth as the Kiwis aim for their firs...

April 3, 2024 3:44 PM

Michael Bracewell announced New Zealand’s T20I skipper for Pakistan tour

New Zealand sprung a surprise on Wednesday as they named all-rounder Michael Bracewell as their captain for this month's five-match T20I series against Pakistan. Bracewell has not played an international match since March last year and has only recently returned to domestic duties following injury concerns, including a ruptured Achilles and a broken finger, as per ICC. This decision came as Kane Williamson and Mitchell Santner opted out of the tour due to their commitments in the Indian Premie...