Author: Ahsan
Today we celebrate one of the most lethal left-arm fast bowlers to ever grace the cricket pitch. Mitchell Starc isn’t just a bowler; he’s a match-winner who has defined an era of Australian dominance across all formats. From the iconic first-ball wicket of Brendon McCullum in the 2015 World Cup Final to his relentless pursuit of wickets in the Test arena, Starc has proven time and again that he is the man for the big occasion. A Career of Pure Fire Starc’s impact on the game is best measured by the sheer terror he instills in opening batters. His unique…
Sri Lanka’s ongoing battle with extreme weather has become an unavoidable subplot to their cricket. What should be one of the island’s driest periods has instead delivered persistent rain, washed-out matches, and growing frustration. October’s Women’s World Cup suffered badly, December brought destructive cyclonic conditions, and now even January has failed to provide relief. Friday’s match was abandoned without a single ball bowled, underlining just how unpredictable conditions remain in Dambulla. Sunday’s forecast offers a hint of improvement, but weather predictions in this region have proved unreliable. Whatever happens overhead, the cricketing concerns for Sri Lanka run deeper than rain…
New Zealand delivered a strong batting performance against India, finishing their 50 overs on a competitive 300 for 8. The innings was built on solid top order partnerships and a powerful middle overs surge, with Daryl Mitchell emerging as the standout performer. Steady Start Sets the Platform New Zealand’s innings began with patience and control. Devon Conway and Henry Nicholls anchored the top order, ensuring stability during the early overs. Conway played a composed knock of 56 runs from 67 balls, striking six boundaries and keeping the scoreboard ticking without unnecessary risks. At the other end, Henry Nicholls looked equally…
آسٹریلیا کے کپتان پیٹ کمنز اگلے ہفتے ایڈیلیڈ میں ہونے والے تیسرے ایشز ٹیسٹ میں واپس قیادت سنبھالنے کے لیے تیار ہیں۔ دوسری جانب جوش ہیزل وُڈ ایک اور انجری کے باعث باقی سیریز سے باہر ہو گئے ہیں، اور اب ان کا پورا فوکس ٹی ٹوئنٹی ورلڈ کپ کی تیاریوں پر ہوگا۔ آسٹریلوی ٹیم منیجمنٹ کے مطابق عثمان خواجہ بھی ایڈیلیڈ ٹیسٹ کے لیے فٹ ہونے کی امید ہے، جبکہ 15 رکنی اسکواڈ میں کمنز واحد تبدیلی ہوں گے۔ کوچ اینڈریو میکڈونلڈ نے تصدیق کی کہ کپتان مکمل طور پر تیار ہیں۔ پیٹ کمنز کی فٹنس اپڈیٹ میکڈونلڈ کا…
گبا ٹیسٹ سے پہلے آسٹریلوی کیمپ میں سب سے بڑی گفتگو اس سوال نے پیدا کی کہ اگر پیٹ کمنز اچانک واپس آ جائیں تو کیا اسٹیون اسمتھ اب بھی ٹیم کی قیادت کریں گے؟ اسمتھ نے سیدھا جواب دیا کہ ایسا ممکن نہیں لگتا۔ اس جواب نے اس بحث کو مزید دلچسپ بنا دیا کہ کمنز کی واپسی واقعی قریب ہے یا یہ سب محض گیم پلان کا حصہ ہے۔ کمنز کی فٹنس اور نیٹ پرفارمنس گزشتہ دو ہفتوں میں کمنز نے جس رفتار سے بولنگ کی ہے، اس نے سلیکٹرز کو سوچنے پر مجبور کر دیا ہے۔ برسبین…
2026 کے آئی پی ایل آکشن کی تیاریاں تیزی سے آگے بڑھ رہی ہیں۔ 45 کھلاڑیوں کا گروپ، جن میں کیمرون گرین، لیام لیونگ اسٹون، روی بشنوئی، وینکٹیش آیار، متهیشا پاتھیرانا اور ونانڈو ہسارنگا شامل ہیں، 2 کروڑ روپے کی سب سے اونچی بیس پرائس کے ساتھ آکشن میں داخل ہوا ہے۔ 30 نومبر کی رجسٹریشن ڈیڈلائن کے بعد فرنچائزز کے ساتھ شیئر کی گئی طویل فہرست میں 1,355 کھلاڑی شامل ہیں۔ دس ٹیموں میں صرف 77 سلاٹ خالی ہیں، جن میں 31 غیر ملکی جگہیں بھی شامل ہیں، اس لیے مقابلہ سخت ہونے کی توقع ہے۔ ٹیموں کے پاس…
Usman Khawaja fitness update took to the nets for the first time since the Perth Test, signaling his determination to prove fitness for the upcoming day-night encounter at the Gabba. The Australian batsman had missed part of the opening Ashes match due to back spasms, which forced him out of his opening role and limited his time at the crease. After undergoing physiotherapy and gentle fielding exercises on Sunday, Khawaja participated in a controlled training session on Monday. Under the supervision of Australia’s medical staff, he engaged in running, stretching, and batting drills for 30 minutes. During this session, he…
Josh Hazlewood Ruled Out of Ashes Opener Australia’s preparations for the 2025 Ashes have taken a major hit. Star fast bowler Josh Hazlewood has been ruled out of the opening Test in Perth after a follow-up scan confirmed a hamstring injury. The news comes just three days after he was initially cleared during New South Wales’ Sheffield Shield match at the SCG. Cricket Australia said the early scans returned a false sense of optimism. The updated results revealed a low-grade muscle injury, prompting immediate withdrawal. Michael Neser Added as Replacement; Sean Abbott Also Injured Hazlewood will not travel to Perth,…
Rawalpindi, November 11, 2025 — Pakistan clinched a nail-biting six-run victory over Sri Lanka in the first ODI at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. A brilliant century from Salman Agha (105)* and a composed fifty from Hussain Talat (62) powered Pakistan to 299 for 5, before Haris Rauf’s fiery spell of 4 for 61 sealed the hard-fought win despite a spirited fightback from Wanindu Hasaranga. Agha and Talat Rescue Pakistan After Early Wobble Asked to bat first, Pakistan got off to a slow and shaky start, losing quick wickets inside the first 25…
Pakistan fast bowler Naseem Shah will remain with the national squad for the upcoming ODI series against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi, despite an incident in which unknown assailants fired at the gate of his family home in Lower Dir early Monday morning. According to local reports, the attackers fired several shots before fleeing the scene. No injuries were reported. Police have opened an investigation, while Naseem’s father met with local authorities, who assured him that the suspects would be traced and arrested. Team sources confirmed that the incident does not affect Naseem’s availability for the ODI series. He is expected…