Pakistan is once again at risk of facing defeat at home in the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025. Under the captaincy of Mohammad Rizwan, the Pakistan cricket team has already been eliminated from the tournament, missing out on a spot in the final. However, their fans now fear a possible defeat against Bangladesh on their home soil. Both Pakistan and Bangladesh have already been knocked out before the semi-finals, making this match a dead rubber in terms of the tournament’s significance. However, the two teams will still battle it out in their final group-stage match. The Pakistan vs Bangladesh clash…
Author: Virat Verma
The ninth match of the Champions Trophy 2025 between Pakistan and Bangladesh is set to take place. However, this will be a dead rubber as both teams have already been eliminated after losing their first two matches. Despite this, Mohammad Rizwan and Najmul Hossain Shanto will aim to give their best performance in the final game and end the tournament with pride. Here’s a look at some key details related to this match. Rawalpindi Pitch Report Rawalpindi is generally considered a batting-friendly pitch. However, conditions might be different on March 27, when Pakistan and Bangladesh face off. The city has…
For Mumbai Indians (MI) and UP Warriorz (UPW), it’s nothing new. Both teams have already defeated RCB at this venue, setting the stage for an exciting clash. If UPW hadn’t delivered impressive performances in their last two games, this match would have been considered one-sided in MI’s favor. However, UPW’s batting lineup still lacks solidity. In their last two matches, the lower-order batters have rescued them. Different players have stepped up in these victories – Shamilia Connell and Kiran Navgire starred against Delhi Capitals, while Sophie Ecclestone shone in the Super Over against RCB. Ecclestone has been a key bowler…
Two teams have already secured their spots in the semifinals of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. From Group A, Team India and New Zealand have advanced, while hosts Pakistan and Bangladesh have been eliminated. On February 25, a crucial Group B match between Australia and South Africa in Rawalpindi was washed out due to rain, resulting in both teams earning one point each. With this, both Australia and South Africa now have three points each. This has turned the Afghanistan vs England match, scheduled for February 26 at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, into a virtual knockout game. The team that loses…
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to witness another thrilling encounter today, promising excitement for cricket fans. This Group B match will feature Afghanistan taking on England in Lahore. With the South Africa vs Australia match being washed out due to rain, the semi-final hopes for both Afghanistan and England are still alive. Both teams will be eager to secure their first victory, as they lost their opening matches in the tournament. The match is scheduled to begin at 2:30 PM IST. Afghanistan’s fans are hoping for an upset, as their team defeated England in the last ODI World…
A thrilling battle awaits as Australia and South Africa clash in the seventh match of the Champions Trophy 2025 on Tuesday in Rawalpindi. Both teams are in excellent form and will give their all to secure a crucial victory. Under Steve Smith’s leadership, Australia defeated their arch-rivals England by five wickets in their opening match. Meanwhile, Temba Bavuma’s South Africa registered a dominant 107-run victory over Afghanistan. This match will be a battle for the top spot in Group B. A Step Closer to the Semifinals Both teams understand that a win in this match will significantly boost their chances…
Defending ODI champions Australia will face South Africa in their second match of the Champions Trophy 2025 on Tuesday, February 25, at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi. In their opening match, Australia successfully chased down a target of 352 runs against England in Lahore, winning by 5 wickets. Meanwhile, South Africa began their campaign with a convincing 107-run victory over Afghanistan in Karachi. The Australian squad is missing seven members from the team that won the World Cup trophy in India 15 months ago. Captain Pat Cummins (ankle), fast bowler Josh Hazlewood (hip), and all-rounder Mitchell Marsh (back) have…
In the sixth match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, New Zealand will face Bangladesh. This will be the second match for both teams in the tournament. They had contrasting starts to their campaigns in the Champions Trophy 2025. New Zealand made a strong statement by defeating defending champions Pakistan in their opening match. The Kiwis dominated the Men in Green with a commanding 60-run victory, showcasing their title ambitions. On the other hand, Bangladesh began their campaign with a six-wicket loss to India. In the match played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Bangladesh struggled early on, finding themselves…
Bangladesh will face New Zealand in the sixth match of the Champions Trophy on Monday in Rawalpindi. The two teams had contrasting starts in their Group A matches—New Zealand secured a convincing 60-run victory over Pakistan in Karachi, while Bangladesh struggled against India, who clinched an easy win. New Zealand is in good form, having recently won a tri-series in Pakistan and starting the tournament with a win. A victory in this match could secure Mitchell Santner’s side a spot in the semifinals. On the other hand, Bangladesh faces the risk of early elimination before their final group game. However,…
With captain Smriti Mandhana in excellent form, strong performances from the middle-order batters, and immense support from the home crowd, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will aim to put up an impressive performance against UP Warriorz on Monday in the Women’s Premier League (WPL). After a mixed start to their campaign, RCB will be eager to return to winning ways. Smriti Mandhana’s consistent performances at the top have been a key factor for the team, while the middle-order batters have also contributed significantly in recent matches. Additionally, playing at their home ground, M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, will give them an extra boost,…