As Pakistan departed Dubai and New Zealand readied itself for a visit to the Emirates, the absurdity of what is clearly a compromised Champions Trophy came into full view.
Why ‘frustrating’ end to Aussie blockbuster leaves England on brink of embarrassing exit
Australia and South Africa have never faced off in the Champions Trophy, and Pakistan’s weather gods have ensured that statistical anomaly remains intact for another four years.
Perry’s superb knock unrewarded as unbelievable snub backfires in super over thriller
Ellyse Perry’s stunning unbeaten 90 was not enough for the Royals Challengers Bengaluru to claim victory as they fell to the UP Warriorz in a super over in a thrilling Women’s Premier League clash.
‘Fraud from the start’: Ugly cricket fallout as Kiwi stunner exposes giant’s ‘terminal, slow’ decline
Rachin Ravindra struck a superb 112 to lead New Zealand into the Champions Trophy semi-finals with a five-wicket win over Bangladesh, in turn dumping out hosts Pakistan who have been left to deal with an ugly fallout.
‘Still got his passport?’ Leap that sparked shock Aussie greatness as Poms’ massive miss sinks in
Josh Inglis’ stunning Champions Trophy century made England finally wake up and realise that a multi-format star slipped through their fingers.
Tassie sensation’s absurd 48-ball ton stuns as Vics blast their way into One-Day Cup final — Wrap
Victoria has won its way into the One Day Cup final after a clutch win on the final day of the season at Cricket Central, while Tasmanian sensation Mitch Owen blasted a wild 48-ball century.
‘Beyond a game’: Pakistan’s home tournament dream at stake in massive India showdown — LIVE
Pakistan face arch-rivals India in a Champions Trophy blockbuster (tonight from 8pm AEDT) as they look to get their campaign back on track in front of a sell-out crowd in Dubai on an occasion described as “beyond a game”.
Warner replacement finally unearthed; Marnus’ surprise new role – Talking Points
It only took 18 months, but Australia may have finally unearthed an ODI replacement for David Warner.
‘Didn’t deserve to lose’: England star’s odd claim after excuses for record-breaking loss to Aussies
Australia produced one of the great run chases to start the Champions Trophy in sublime fashion on Sunday morning — but their English rivals can’t seem to accept it.
‘Like a cheat code’: Aussie’s incredible knock hailed as Poms lament ‘the one that got away’
Josh Inglis’ unbeaten century in Australia’s record run-chase in their Champions Trophy opener against England in Lahore has been hailed as one of the great ODI innings.
What home advantage? Hosts Pakistan travels overseas for blockbuster clash
Pakistan is hosting its first major ICC event in nearly three decades, but the national team has been forced to travel to another country for their second group stage match of the Champions Trophy.
Players handed massive bans after wild brawl erupts in club cricket match
Two players have copped massive bans after a wild brawl erupted during a club cricket match in Latrobe Valley last weekend.
‘Unbelievable’: Alex Carey’s stunning one-handed effort in Champions Trophy opener
Alex Carey didn’t have the gloves on during Australia’s Champions Trophy opener against England in Lahore, but that didn’t prevent him from grabbing an absolute blinder in the outfield.
Josh Inglis’ epic century steers Australia towards comeback victory over England
Josh Inglis and Alex Carey have spent most of their ODI careers fighting over the same spot, but during Saturday’s Champions Trophy against England in Lahore, the duo combined for a match-winning partnership to steer Australia towards a tense five-wicket victory.
Opener’s ODI first propels Proteas to commanding Champions Trophy rout as threat blunted
Opener Ryan Rickelton struck a maiden one-day international hundred as South Africa routed Afghanistan by 107 runs in the Champions Trophy in Karachi on Friday.