Pakistan has announced a surprising 17-member squad for the upcoming triangular T20I series and Asia Cup 2025, notably excluding Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan. Led by Salman Ali Agha, the team emphasises aggressive batting. Director high-performance Aqib Javed confidently stated the team’s capability to defeat India in the Asia Cup, despite political tensions and calls…
Aakash Chopra believed that KL Rahul is still in contention for the Asia Cup, but his inconsistent approach is hindering his chances in India’s T20I setup. Chopra highlighted Rahul’s ability to dominate but noted his occasional slow starts and competition for top-order spots. To secure his place, Rahul needs to shed his conservative reputation and…
Aakash Chopra believes MS Dhoni is unlikely to pursue coaching roles, citing the demanding nature of the job and Dhoni’s desire to spend time with family after years of playing. Despite serving as a mentor in the past, Dhoni’s continued playing career and the extensive commitment required for a full-time coaching position make it improbable.
Pakistan unveiled its squad for the upcoming T20I series and Asia Cup, notably excluding Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan in a strategic shift towards aggressive batting. Coach Mike Hesson emphasized Babar’s need to improve his strike rate and play against spin, suggesting his participation in the Big Bash League as a crucial opportunity to showcase…
Pakistan cricket has announced its squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 and the T20I tri-series in the UAE, surprisingly excluding Babar Azam and Mohammed Rizwan. Salman Ali Agha will captain the team, which includes a mix of experienced players like Fakhar Zaman and Shaheen Afridi, alongside promising youngsters.
Yograj Singh, father of Yuvraj Singh, has urged Rohit Sharma to postpone any retirement plans, asserting that the Indian captain possesses the skill to play until he’s 45. Yograj emphasized Rohit’s match-winning capabilities and advised him to maintain fitness through domestic cricket.
Irfan Pathan has ignited the India-Pakistan rivalry with a candid recollection of his clashes with Shahid Afridi. Pathan revealed Afridi’s controversial jibes, including a bizarre claim about eating dog meat, fueled his determination. He recounted a heated exchange during a 2006 flight, where he silenced Afridi’s taunts with a sharp retort, asserting his verbal dominance…
Patrick Mahomes initially doubted Travis Kelce’s relationship with Taylor Swift, needing to witness it to believe it. He acknowledged the increased buzz and attention Swift brought to the stadium. Mahomes also praised Swift’s dedication to her new album, revealed on Kelce’s podcast, as both athletes focus on their comeback after a Super Bowl loss.
Irfan Pathan has revealed the personal edge to his rivalry with Shahid Afridi, stemming from Afridi’s dismissive comments about Pathan’s identity early in his career. Pathan admitted that Afridi’s words fueled his determination to dismiss him, which he achieved 11 times across formats, including key moments like the 2007 T20 World Cup final.
In 1989, Garry Kasparov claimed women were weaker fighters in chess. Judit Polgár proved him wrong, crossing 2700. Now, 19-year-old Divya Deshmukh, fresh off her Women’s World Cup triumph and Grandmaster title, is stepping into the Open Grand Swiss 2025. Backed by coach Shyam Sundar, her bold move echoes Polgár’s path and signals higher ambitions.
