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Return Of Shahzad, Abbas A Welcome Development For Pakistan Test Team: Masood
World Test Championship Final: Ahead of playing the Boxing Day Test against South Africa at the SuperSport Park on Thursday, Pakistan skipper Shan Masood said the return of pacers Khurram Shahzad and Mohammad Abbas is a welcome development for his team.
While Shahzad is back after a rib injury, that kept him out of action after Pakistan lost to Bangladesh 2-0 in August, while Abbas is in the Test set-up after last playing the longer format for the side in August 2021.
“The return of pacer Khurram Shahzad, who did really well on his debut in Australia and the seasoned campaigner Mohammad Abbas is a welcome development for Pakistan’s Test side looking to bag wins in one of the toughest conditions for overseas teams,” said Masood in a PCB statement on Wednesday.
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T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup: Spinner AM Ghazanfar has been added to Afghanistan's squad for its upcoming Test series against Zimbabwe, starting in Bulawayo on Thursday. The development comes after reports emerged of Rashid Khan being unavailable for the Boxing Day game due to personal reasons.
ICC Rankings: Bumrah Equals Ashwin’s Record Of Joint-highest-rated Indian Test Bowler
T20I Bowling Rankings: India’s spearhead pacer Jasprit Bumrah has solidified his top spot in the ICC Men's Test Bowling Rankings after his phenomenal performance in Brisbane. Bumrah’s nine-wicket haul for 94 runs in the rain-marred third Test against Australia earned him 14 additional rating points, taking his total to a career-high 904.
Corbin Bosch Named In SA's Playing XI For Boxing Day Test Vs Pakistan
ICC World Test Championship: Uncapped all-rounder Corbin Bosch will make his Test debut as South Africa named the playing XI for the Boxing Day Test against Pakistan, scheduled to begin on December 26 at Centurion.
PCB Chairman Hails Champions Trophy 2025 Agreement As 'milestone For Pakistan'
The International Cricket Council: The International Cricket Council (ICC) unveiled the eagerly anticipated schedule for the Champions Trophy 2025 on Tuesday, marking a significant moment for global cricket. With the tournament set to be played in a hybrid format, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi expressed his pride and optimism over Pakistan’s role as a host.
Champions Trophy: India-Pak Clash On Feb 23 In Dubai, Final On March 9
International Cricket Council: India will take on defending champions and arch-rivals Pakistan in Dubai on February 23 in the Champions Trophy 2025 as the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday announced the schedule for the marquee tournament, set to begin on February 19.
Mandhana Moves Closer To Top Spot In ODI, T20I Rankings
Australian Alyssa Healy: India batter Smriti Mandhana has moved closer to the top spot in both the T20I and ODI batting rankings as the left-hander sits in second place in both categories after strong performances against the West Indies across the formats.
His Numbers Don't Really Stack Up Away From Home: Ponting Points Out Gill's Overseas Struggles
The ICC Review: Australia great Ricky Ponting believes the Indian opener Shubman Gill's overseas record is not as strong as his performances at home, but the ex-Aussie skipper feels the right-hander can improve his fortunes in Australia with minor changes to his approach.
India Retain Asia Cup-winning Team For U19 Women's WC Title Defense
Asia Cup: Niki Prasad will lead India in the U19 Women's World Cup as the defending champions have named a 15-member squad to retain the title.
Allan Donald Looking Forward To Young Pacers Bosch, Yusuf & Maphaka In SA20
County Cricket Club Warwickshire: The SA20 domestic T20 league is slowly changing the South African cricket landscape and the upcoming Season 3 of the tournament will be keenly watched for the performance of some emerging players. South Africa fast bowling legend Allan Donald will keenly watch the performance of three young pacers Eathen Bosch, Codi Yusuf and Kwena Maphaka in Season 3.
Would Love To See Kohli And Bumrah Playing In SA20, Says Allan Donald
County Cricket Club Warwickshire: Former India cricketer Dinesh Karthik has in a way opened the door for Indian players to quit playing at home and figure in franchise T20 leagues abroad which has given rise to hopes that more and more Indian players will seek fortunes in similar leagues in future.
MacDonald-Gay, Kemp, Smith & Heat Named In England’s Squad For Women's Ashes
Seamer Ryana MacDonald: Seamer Ryana MacDonald-Gay, all-rounder Freya Kamp, spinner Linsey Smith and wicketkeeper-batter Linsey Smith have been named in England’s squad for the upcoming Women’s Ashes.
BGT: 'Rohit Is Short Of Confidence With Self-doubts', Opines Manjrekar
Boxing Day Test: As the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) approaches, former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has cautioned under fire skipper Rohit Sharma to reconsider his aggressive batting style against Australia’s formidable bowling attack.
SA Will Shine Through In Champions Trophy, Says Walter After 3-0 Loss To Pakistan
Champions Trophy: Despite suffering a 3-0 ODI series defeat to Pakistan, South Africa head coach Rob Walter said he is confident of the team shining in major tournaments like next year’s Champions Trophy, citing his team’s track record in last two World Cups.
BGT: Karthik Flags Gill's 'technical Error', Says 'he Has Played Ordinary Shots'
Boxing Day Test: Former India wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik flagged Shubman Gill's 'technical error' in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia, where he has just scored 60 runs across three innings on the tour so far.
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