The action takes place at Edgbaston, Birmingham — May 12, 2025. On Sunday, Pakistan’s speedster Hasan Ali stunned everyone by bowling a hat-trick that helped Birmingham Bears beat Derbyshire Falcons by 58 runs in the Vitality Blast. The Bears have won back-to-back home games, which is giving them a massive lift as they seek a strong outcome in the tournament. The Bears’ bats went off after an outstanding start. Birmingham started with a great score of 199 for six after batting first. Beginning with a quick 79-run partnership from Tom Latham and Alex Davies, the opening foundation for the team…
Author: Zubair Nagra
Hitting great and former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has talked about the Bengaluru stampede that took 11 lives while people celebrated with the RCB. Outside M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, thousands of fans came to celebrate their team’s first IPL title after waiting 18 long years. Gavaskar showed how much he felt about the incident and noted that the many years without a title made the moment more emotional than ever. If RCB had won the preceding days, the excitement about their match would not be as intense. He feels that the heat around RCB would have been lower if they had…
Even as India gears up for the England Test series in the next two weeks, Virat Kohli’s absence from the team is already giving everyone a sense of loss. Nearly a month ago, Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket, which surprised many and made them feel that his departure came too soon. At his age, even after retirement, the former captain could still rely on his fitness, form, and drive that had made him a great player for Yorkshire. Since the Indian Test team embarks on one of its toughest away series without him, people are wondering if Kohli’s…
Mike Hesson, the new white-ball head coach, has unveiled his strategy and long-term plans for bringing unity, understanding, and consistency to Pakistan cricket. During the PCB Podcast, the previous New Zealand coach revealed how he approached his new challenging job. “Keeping an Open Mind” Method: Hesson said that he understood what it meant to coach Pakistan before accepting the job. Hesson shared that she has come into this job with “wide open eyes.” I understood the background and the obstacles I would face. Before accepting the job, he ensured that he discussed matters with key stakeholders, including selectors, staff from…
This year, the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) won their first Indian Premier League (IPL) trophy in thrilling fashion, which should have brought glory and joy to the team and its fans. However, what started as a wonderful day ended in disaster for Bengaluru as a stampede near the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium killed 11 people and injured many others. The team’s star batter, Virat Kohli, who helped RCB win by his leadership in the final, couldn’t find the words to describe how he felt . What should have been a joyful moment of fulfilment for both the players and fans turned…
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) star and one of India’s greatest batsmen, Virat Kohli, says he does not plan to appear as an impact player in future IPL matches. The player demonstrated his commitment to continuing to play a major role, claiming he has both the stamina and hunger to work in all departments. On June 3, 2025, Kohli revealed these thoughts minutes ahead of RCB winning the IPL title at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, which holds mixed experiences for the Indian legend. Kohli had broken down in tears on this field after India lost the 2023 ODI World…
Todd Greenberg, Chief Executive Officer of Cricket Australia (CA), announced that the men’s national team will travel to Pakistan in early 2026 for three white-ball matches, adding another chapter to the developing relationship between the nations. Speaking at a press conference held online, Greenberg expressed excitement about the tour and emphasized that CA is committed to strengthening its ties with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). I expect a good trip, just like the ones before. Greenberg said that the series is an essential part of our routine. He stated that the two boards continue to co-operate and said he hopes…
Nair impressed with an exceptional double-century as he made his comeback to the national team during India A’s unofficial Test against the England Lions. It was the veteran batter’s patient and aggressive stroke that helped drag his team into a dominant position. After a strong domestic season, Nair counted his hundred when he hit a boundary off Eddie Jack in the 101st over. The fact that he hit 26 boundaries and a six while making a double century reminded us of how he can easily outplay bowlers and manage the innings. An Outstanding Season Played at Home. The India A…
The men’s javelin competition at the Asian Athletics Championship 2025 saw Arshad Nadeem, a Pakistani star, achieve a gold medal and break the tournament record with a throw of 86.40 meters. Going to the Olympics in Korea for the first time since Paris, the determined Nadeem came back brimming with passion and determination. Nadeem showed he is one of Asia’s best javelin throwers by performing brilliantly as the crowd sang “Dil Dil Pakistan” at Gumi Sports Complex. An amazing victory after a great struggle. Arshad threw 75.64m and 76.80m for his opening practice throws, steadily getting used to the conditions.…
Shubman Gill, the captain of Gujarat Titans, stated he was disappointed with the team’s poor fielding during their 20-run loss to Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2025 Eliminator. Ending their campaign this season was a loss at the New PCA Stadium in Mullanpur. Hardik Pandya’s Mumbai Indians are through to the second qualifier, where, on June 1 in Ahmedabad, they will meet Punjab Kings (PBKS) for a chance to advance to the final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Guajrat Missed Out Facing a massive target of 229, Gujarat Titans did their best, with B Sai Sudharsan helping with a gritty…