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UK politicians urge England to boycott Afghanistan at Champions Trophy

In response, ECB proposes an ‘ICC-wide’ action against Afghanistan over the Taliban’s crackdown on women.

Al Jazeera

England reject calls to boycott Afghanistan match, saying cricket is ‘source of hope’

England are set to face Afghanistan in Lahore, Pakistan on 26 February

The Independent UK

India have 'unfair' advantage in Champions Trophy, say unhappy ex-Pakistan players

The focus in world cricket will shift to white ball at the start of 2025, which will see the return of ICC Champions Trophy; but some of the former Pakistan players are not at ease and feel that the tournament's hybrid model hands an 'unfair' advantage to India.

The Times of India

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'I am very disturbed': Clive Lloyd expresses concerns about two-tier system for Tests

The idea of implementing a two-tier structure for Test cricket hasn't found favour with the West Indies legend and former captain Clive Lloyd, who feels it will defy the objective of giving Test status to new teams, who will be left to play in the lower division.

The Times of India

England urged to boycott Champions Trophy match against Afghanistan

Over 160 British parliamentarians have urged the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) to withdraw from the upcoming Champions Trophy fixture against Afghanistan, protesting the Taliban government's restrictions on women's rights.

The Times of India

Nigel Farage and Jeremy Corbyn call on England to boycott Champions Trophy clash with Afghanistan

England are due to face Afghanistan at the Champions Trophy in Pakistan in February

The Independent UK

Politicians urge ECB to boycott England’s Champions Trophy game with Afghanistan

Female participation in sport has effectively been outlawed in Afghanistan since the Taliban returned to power in 2021.

The Independent UK

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Radical plan may result in two England-Australia Ashes series every three years

England and Australia could play two Ashes series every three years from 2027 onwards under a radical two division plan being considered for Test cricket

The Guardian - UK

Michael Vaughan backs radical plan to split Test cricket into two divisions

Bosses are set to discuss a revamp that would allow India, Australia and England to schedule series against each other more often

The Independent UK

After Test debacle, focus shifts to 2025 ICC Champions Trophy

SYDNEY: India have lost seven out of their last eight Tests and now the focus will soon shift to white-ball action with the upcoming bilateral series versus England and then the 2025 edition of the ICC Champions Trophy. Indian players are expected to leave for home soon and the senior…

The Times of India

Aussies ready to chase the mace after conquering India

Having beaten India, Australia's next big Test ambition is to successfully defend their ICC World Championship mace in the final against South Africa at Lord's.

AAP

Visit Afghanistan, land of culture, cricket and women closeted in their own homes

Specialist travel companies are using euphemisms to avoid the gender apartheid

The Guardian - UK

Coach accuses India of 'intimidation' towards Konstas

Australia coach Andrew McDonald says he checked on teenager Sam Konstas' welfare, claiming India tried to intimidate him with their day-one celebration.

AAP

India calls for changes after more DRS drama

India has fallen victim to another decision review system controversy in the series-deciding SCG Test against Australia.

AAP

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Middle East crisis: at least 37 killed by Israeli strikes on Gaza including in al-Mawasi ‘safe zone’ – as it happened

Airstrike hit tent encampment sheltering displaced families and also killed director-general of Gaza’s police department

The Times of India

It's unfortunate that India aren't travelling to Pakistan for Champions Trophy: Shane Watson

NEW DELHI: Former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson has called India's decision to not travel to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 as "unfortunate" for cricket fans in Pakistan. Speaking as part of the ICC Champions Trophy Tour in Sydney, Watson emphasised the significance of the India-Pakistan cricket rivalry and…

The Times of India

Focus slowly shifting to Champions Trophy; Irfan Pathan says 'hopes are very high' from Team India

The ICC Champions Trophy will be the first big-ticket event of 2025, with the tournament making its re-entry to the ICC calendar for the first time since 2017; and former all-rounder Irfan Pathan has "high hopes" from the Indian team.

AAP

Pat Cummins soars to all-time high as Test allrounder

Pat Cummins has risen to a career-high third in the list of the world's current best Test allrounders in the first update of the ICC rankings for 2025.

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The Guardian - UK

Critic wrongly jailed by former president of Philippines hopes to return to politics

Leila de Lima enraged Rodrigo Duterte when she began investigating killings carried out during his ‘war on drugs’

Al Jazeera

Five sport events to watch in 2025: From Champions Trophy to AFCON

In a year packed with top international tournaments, Al Jazeera picks the top five must-watch events of 2025.

The Times of India

Jasprit Bumrah surpasses Ashwin’s all-time record to set new high in ICC Test rankings

NEW DELHI: The New Year brings a silver lining for fiery pacer Jasprit Bumrah amid the Border-Gavaskar Trophy gloom. He achieved the highest rating points ever by an Indian bowler, solidifying his position at the top of the ICC Men's Test Bowling Rankings after an exceptional nine-wicket haul in the…

The Times of India

Ravi Shastri advocates for two-tier Test cricket system to boost format's survival

NEW DELHI: Former India head coach Ravi Shastri advocates for a two-tiered Test cricket system. He believes this is crucial for the format's survival, especially considering the growing popularity of T20 cricket. His comments follow the record-breaking attendance at the recent India-Australia Test match in Melbourne.

The Times of India

India's highest run-scorers in T20Is in 2024: Sanju Samson highest run-getter in a year marked by T20 World Cup triumph

NEW DELHI: In 2024, the Indian cricket team had a remarkable run in Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is), highlighted by their triumphant campaign in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

The Times of India

ICC ODI rankings: Deepti Sharma jumps to fifth spot

NEW DELHI: After her game-winning efforts in the recently finished series against the West Indies at home, India's off-spinner Deepti Sharma moved up to the top 5 of the most recent ICC women's ODI bowlers rating.

The Independent UK

Major urged Blair to halt ‘morally repugnant’ Zimbabwe cricket tour

Files show John Major said the government should ‘indemnify’ England if they were hit with ‘catastrophic’ sanctions for pulling out.

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