In a recent interview, umpire Anil Chaudhary shared his thoughts on Pakistan wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan's continuous appeals during a match in the Asia Cup. Calling him out for shouting on every ball and comparing his actions to a "pigeon", Anil said that Rizwan makes himself look bad in front of the technology that is now available in cricket. The comments have sparked controversy among fans and have raised questions about the role of umpires and technology in the sport.
As Pakistan prepares to chair the upcoming SCO CHG meeting, they have extended a formal invitation to Indian Prime Minister Modi. However, it is highly unlikely that Modi will accept the invitation given the strained relations and ongoing tensions between the two countries. This invitation comes amid concerns about China's growing influence within the SCO and the recent surge in terrorist activities in Jammu. The last high-level visit between India and Pakistan was in 2015, highlighting the rarity of such engagements in recent years.
In a podcast session with influencer Taran Singh, senior Indian umpire Anil Chaudhary trolled Pakistani wicket-keeper Mohammad Rizwan for his tendency to appeal excessively during cricket matches. Chaudhary compared Rizwan's behavior to that of a pigeon, saying he jumps and shouts on every ball. Despite the criticism, Rizwan played an impressive knock of 171 runs in the first test match against Bangladesh, helping Pakistan reach a respectable score of 448 runs in their first innings.
Harmanpreet Kaur-led India will square off against Chamari Athapaththu's Sri Lanka in the Women's Asia Cup Final at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium. India, who have been dominant throughout the tournament, will be banking on strong performances from their openers Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma, as well as star bowlers Deepti Sharma and Renuka Singh. Both bowlers have been the most economical in the tournament and will look to stifle the Sri Lankan batting lineup. Stay updated with the live score and updates of the match here.
Former Pakistan cricket team captain Shoaib Malik expressed his belief that current captain Babar Azam should relinquish his T20I captaincy duties and focus solely on his batting contributions. This comes after Pakistan's poor performance in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, where they failed to qualify for the knockout stage. Malik believes Babar's struggle in international cricket is just a phase and it would be better for him to step down from captaincy and concentrate on his batting. Babar has captained the team in 148 matches across all formats, achieving 84 wins and 50 losses.
Cricket Australia has announced four Sheffield Shield rounds before the Test summer opener against India on November 22, giving Australia's leading male players a rare opportunity to compete against each other in red-ball cricket. The absence of international commitments in October will provide clear air for the Shield season to begin, allowing top players to rest or manage their workload before the India Tests. This could lead to some exciting matchups, as some of Australia's all-format players could potentially play multiple Shield matches in the early stages, putting their red-ball skills to the test.
During the World Championship of Legends Final between India and Pakistan, Indian all-rounder Yusuf Pathan hit a crucial six in the penultimate over to bring down the equation to 6 off 11 balls. His brother Irfan, who was cheering from the dressing room, was overjoyed at the prospect of victory. However, Yusuf's dismissal on the next ball brought Yuvraj Singh and Irfan together to finish off the chase and secure a 5-wicket win for India.
Amidst reports claiming that India will not be participating in the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan, BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla has denied any official information regarding the matter. India has not played in Pakistan since the 2008 Asia Cup and political tensions between the two nations remain a major hurdle. If India does withdraw, Sri Lanka will take their place in the tournament.
The historic rivalry between India and Pakistan in cricket will once again take center stage as the two teams battle it out in the World Championship of Legends grand finale at Edgbaston Cricket Stadium. With iconic players like Yuvraj Singh, Suresh Raina, and Shahid Afridi in the lineup, fans can expect a nail-biting encounter full of high-octane cricket. Broadcasting live on Star Sports and streaming on Fan Code, this match is not to be missed.
According to sources, the Indian Cricket team will not travel to Pakistan in 2025 for the ICC Champions Trophy. Instead, they will ask the ICC to hold the matches in Dubai or Sri Lanka. The last time India played in Pakistan was in 2012-2013, and since then, they have only faced each other in ICC tournaments and the Asia Cup. The decision comes amidst tensions between the two nations, and the BCCI Vice-President has stated they will follow the instructions of the Government of India.