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Cole Hunter

Aussie Trip to Dubai Pays Off as India Showdown Looms

Australia’s strategic decision to fly to Dubai early has been validated, as they now prepare to take on tournament favorites India in the Champions Trophy semifinal. The move ensured that Steve Smith’s squad had ample time to acclimatize to the UAE conditions, avoiding the last-minute rush they would have faced had they waited for India’s group-stage results.

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South Africa Cruise into Semi-Finals, Await India or New Zealand

South Africa have stormed into the semi-finals of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, showcasing unity, resilience, and tactical brilliance in a commanding victory over England. Their seven-wicket win not only knocked England out of the tournament but also ensured the Proteas finished atop Group B, ahead of Australia.

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Cole Hunter

England Knocked Out as Afghanistan Stuns in Champions Trophy Thriller

In a dramatic turn of events at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, Afghanistan delivered a stunning blow to England’s Champions Trophy campaign, sealing an eight-run victory in a high-intensity contest. The defeat saw England bow out of the tournament, extending their struggles in major ICC events, while Afghanistan celebrated another milestone victory following their World Cup triumph over the same opposition in 2023.

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Cole Hunter

Afghanistan’s Zadran Smashes 177, Sets Record in Champions Trophy Clash Against England

Ibrahim Zadran delivered a record-breaking performance in Lahore, scoring a breathtaking 177 off 146 balls to propel Afghanistan to 325/7 against England in their crucial Champions Trophy 2025 encounter. His knock, featuring 12 fours and six sixes, became the highest individual score in the tournament’s history, surpassing his own 162 against Sri Lanka as Afghanistan’s highest ODI score.

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Cole Hunter

Shubman Gill’s Maiden ODI Ton Leads India to Tricky Chase Victory Over Bangladesh

In a tense contest during the Champions Trophy group stage in Dubai, Shubman Gill held his nerve and anchored the Indian chase, scoring his slowest ODI century to help his side reach the target of 229 with six wickets in hand. Despite a strong fight from Bangladesh, spearheaded by Towhid Hridoy's century and Mohammed Shami's record-breaking performance with the ball, India managed to successfully navigate a tricky chase, aided by a crucial partnership between Gill and KL Rahul.

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Cole Hunter

Hridoy’s Maiden ODI Century Propels Bangladesh to 228 Despite Shami’s Five-Fer

In a dramatic encounter during the Champions Trophy group stage in Dubai, Towhid Hridoy's fighting maiden ODI century was the standout performance as Bangladesh battled to a total of 228, despite a dominant bowling display from India. Mohammed Shami led the charge for India with a remarkable 5/53 haul, while Harshit Rana supported with 3/31, as Bangladesh were left to rue missed opportunities and early collapses.

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