Bangladesh ready to unleash their fastest-ever bowler at the Champions Trophy
|| ICC ||- The Tigers have an ace up their sleeve in the form of 22-year-old quick Nahid Rana, as they ready themselves for the Champions Trophy 2025.
|| ICC ||- The Tigers have an ace up their sleeve in the form of 22-year-old quick Nahid Rana, as they ready themselves for the Champions Trophy 2025.
The ICC Champions Trophy has finally begun, with hosts Pakistan facing New Zealand in the tournament opener. Meanwhile, all eyes are now on tomorrow’s high-voltage encounter between Bangladesh and India in Dubai.
New Zealand rode on brilliant hundreds from Tom Latham and Will Young to beat Pakistan by 60 runs in the Champions Trophy opener on Wednesday, spoiling the country's historic return to hosting global events after three decades.
Ricky Ponting recently remarked in an ICC review that Afghanistan has a better chance than Bangladesh in the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025. Meanwhile, AB de Villiers also downplayed Bangladesh’s prospects, stating that Najmul Hossain Shanto's team is not strong enough to reach the knockout stage.
With the Bangladesh women's national team’s international commitments completed, the focus now shifts to domestic cricket. Under the guidance of newly appointed head coach Sarwar Imran, national team players have been seen training at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur.
Pakistan skipper Mohammad Rizwan said on Tuesday the Champions Trophy would be a "historic occasion" for the country, a day before the hosts kick the tournament off against New Zealand.
India captain Rohit Sharma and superstar batsman Virat Kohli enter the Champions Trophy this week with intense focus on their dwindling powers and speculation over when they will retire.
Leg-spinners are expected to have a significant impact in the upcoming Champions Trophy, especially on Pakistan’s pitches, where they have historically dominated.
Pakistan will host a first major cricket tournament in almost three decades from Wednesday in a move hailed as a landmark just a few years after the country was off-limits because of security fears.
New Zealand suffered a second injury blow on the eve of the Champions Trophy on Tuesday with experienced fast bowler Lockie Ferguson ruled out of the tournament with a foot problem.
Mahidul Islam Ankon had a standout season in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), showcasing his ability as a reliable finisher. While he has played in different batting positions in domestic cricket, this season for Khulna Tigers saw him fully embrace the finisher’s role with confidence and some extra-ordinary shots. His performances played a crucial part in his team’s campaign, and his remarkable strike rate improvement reflected his hard work and adaptability. In an exclusive interview with Cricfrenzy, Ankon shared insights into his preparation, mindset, and the challenges of excelling in this specialized role.
Naim Sheikh made headlines early in his career with his impressive batting performances. However, he struggled to maintain that form in the national team, facing criticism for his limited shot selection, excessive dot balls, and weak footwork.