The Latest Breaking News from Afghanistan

CHENNAI: Its seeds sown a little over a decade ago, the Pakistan-Afghanistan rivalry in international cricket often flies under the radar. Still in its early days, it has all the ingredients, barring healthy head-to-head statistics, to propel itself to the next level – world-class operators, nail-biting finishes, on-field drama that…

CHENNAI: Be it Saeed Anwar’s 194 in the Independence Cup in 1997 or a memorable Test win against India in 1999, Pakistan have some incredible Chennai memories. Even in December 2012, when they played the first match of a revival bilateral series here, Pakistan were triumphant despite MS Dhoni’s century.…

Pakistan and Afghanistan face off in Chennai, with both teams looking to gain an edge in their on-field rivalry. Rashid Khan’s spin and Pakistan’s unstable middle order will be key factors in the match. Afghanistan must improve its fielding and middle order, while Pakistan must rely on Shaheen Afridi’s early…

Rivalry between Pakistan and Afghanistan in cricket is gaining traction. Afghanistan coach Jonathan Trott believes it excites players and both teams respect each other, yet are desperate to win. Spinners could be key in Monday's match, but Trott says all players must contribute. Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq is confident, citing their…

Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq looks to channel spirit of Saeed Anwar and team's winning record in Chennai to revive World Cup campaign. Haq hopes to replicate Anwar's monumental 194 against India in 1997 and Pakistan's 2012 six-wicket win over India. Haq is confident they can beat Afghanistan and get four wins…

Both sides are in desperate need of a Cricket World Cup win, with the added spice of cross-border tensions.

NEW DELHI: Pakistan's star opener, Imam-ul-Haq, is set to channel the spirit of his record-setting compatriot, Saeed Anwar, and Pakistan's triumphant history in Chennai as they gear up to revitalise their World Cup campaign. On Monday, Pakistan is scheduled to take on Afghanistan at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium, where…

ICC Cricket world Cup 2023: Afghanistan vs Pakistan match at M.A. Chidambaram Stadium on October 23, 2023

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In a short span of about a week, a region about 40 km from Herat, Afghanistan was struck by four shallow focus earthquakes of 6.3 magnitude.

At the halfway mark of the World Cup, Saturday's clash between England and South Africa is the most important match. Both teams have had a forgettable last outing, with England meekly surrendering to Afghanistan and South Africa crumbled against the Netherlands. England will be under pressure to get their campaign…