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Champions Trophy: Atherton, Hussain Call For England XI Shake-up Ahead Of Afghanistan Clash
Sky Sports Cricket Podcast: 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.
“I was also a bit worried looking at Jofra when he came back on,” Atherton said on the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast. “You've got a guy who has had a lot of time away from cricket, so you have to give him time to find his best form again, but Simon Doull did a bit of analysis on the tele on differences between his action in 2019 and now. Jofra pre-injury had a high arm and that snap of the wrist [through his bowling action], and it didn't quite look like that to me.”
Archer, who was England’s hero in their 2019 World Cup triumph, has been plagued by injuries in the years since, and his struggles were evident in the game against Australia, where he conceded 82 runs, including 49 from his final five overs. His inability to contain Australia in the closing stages proved costly as England’s total of 352 was chased down in record fashion.
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IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals Rope In Matthew Mott As Assistant Coach
YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA: Delhi Capitals (DC) have appointed Matthew Mott as assistant coach ahead of IPL 2025, the franchise announced on Tuesday.
Champions Trophy: England, Afghanistan Face Must-win Battle In Lahore
ICC Champions Trophy: England and Afghanistan will lock horns in a high-stakes Group B encounter on Wednesday, at Gaddafi Stadium, as both teams search for their first win in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. With a loss already in the books for both sides, another defeat could severely dent their chances of progressing to the knockout stage, making this a virtual do-or-die contest.
India Don't Need To Be Complacent, Should Focus On Big Matches Ahead: BCCI Secy
BCCI Secy: After India's thumping six-wicket win over Pakistan in the Champions Trophy, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia lauded the team for their effort and advised them to not be complacent and focus on the big matches ahead.
Champions Trophy: Australia, South Africa Chase Semis Spot In Rawalpindi
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium: The reigning World Champions Australia will lock horns with South Africa in a highly-anticipated clash in the Champions Trophy 2025 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. With both teams securing dominant wins in their opening matches, the contest promises to be a crucial battle in shaping the Group B standings.
Champions Trophy: Iyer Is Always Trying To Get Better And Better, Says Bangar
Dubai International Stadium: In the 2025 Champions Trophy, India’s middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer has made his place as a solid number four batter and former batting coach Sanjay Bangar believes the right-handed batter is always trying to get better and better with every outing.
Champions Trophy: Kohli, Iyer Star As India Seal SF Berth With Six-wicket Thrashing Of Pakistan
Dubai International Stadium: Virat Kohli’s sublime unbeaten century powered India to a commanding six-wicket victory over Pakistan in their Group A encounter at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday. With this win, India became the first team to secure a spot in the semi-finals of the 2025 Champions Trophy.
Champions Trophy: Imam Comes In As Pakistan Opt To Bat First Against Unchanged India
Dubai International Stadium: Imam-ul-Haq comes into Pakistan’s playing XI as captain Mohammad Rizwan won the toss and elected to bat first against India in a high-stakes Group A clash in the 2025 Champions Trophy at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.
Champions Trophy: Excitement Here In Dubai Is 'jabardast', Says IPL Chief Ahead Of India-Pak Encounter
The Indian Premier League: The Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman Arun Dhumal backed the Rohit Sharma-led side to come out strong against Pakistan in their much-anticipated Champions Trophy clash in Dubai on Sunday. As cricket fans across the globe wait for the blockbuster encounter to begin, Dhumal, who is in Dubai to witness the mega battle, said the atmosphere is very electric in the city.
Today We Step Out To Conquer Another Opponent: Hardik's Stern Message Ahead Of Pak Clash
Dubai International Stadium: India all-rounder Hardik Pandya said that Men in Blue will step out to conquer another opponent in their quest to become champion again ahead of the high-stakes clash against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy on Sunday.
Ind Vs Pak, Champions Trophy: All You Need To Know Ahead Of Mega Clash
Dubai International Cricket Stadium: India will take on arch-rivals Pakistan in the much-anticipated clash of the ICC Champions Trophy at Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.
Champions Trophy: India Will Be Quietly Optimistic, But Have To Be Watchful Against Pakistan, Says Paranjape
Dubai International Stadium: Jatin Paranjape, the former India cricketer and national selector, believes though the Rohit Sharma-led side will be quietly optimistic of winning their much-anticipated Champions Trophy clash against Pakistan, they would remain watchful of Mohammad Rizwan & Co due to their unpredictability factor.
Champions Trophy: Momentum With India, Pak Under Pressure, Say Pathan Brothers Ahead Of Key Clash
International Masters League: Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan, who once claimed a hat-trick in the first over of a Test against the archrivals, rated India "far ahead" of Pakistan in terms of abilities for Sunday's upcoming Champions Trophy clash considering the balance in the side, the form of players and overall recent record.
Champions Trophy: Revisiting Some Blockbuster Ind Vs Pak Matches Ahead Of Dubai Spectacle
Asia Cup Super Four: India and Pakistan are set to clash in another mega battle when they meet in the ICC Champions Trophy encounter at Dubai International Stadium on Sunday. It is a crucial clash with a lot riding for both teams -- India will inch closer to a place in the semifinals if they win on Sunday while Pakistan by winning the match, Pakistan will maintain their chances of progressing to the knockout stage.
Champions Trophy: Shami Is A Legend As It’s Not Easy To Make A Comeback After Injury, Says Gill
Champions Trophy: After India got a six-wicket win over Bangladesh to kickstart its Champions Trophy campaign on a high, vice-captain Shubman Gill lauded Mohammed Shami for his spell of 5-53, saying the veteran pacer is a legend as it’s not easy to make a comeback after injury.
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