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11/09/2023

The showdown between Shaheen Shah Afridi and Rohit Sharma was highly anticipated before the India vs. Pakistan Super Fours clash at Colombo's R Premadasa Stadium. Shaheen, known for his effectiveness with the new ball in this format, was up against India's captain, Rohit Sharma, who has a strong track record as an opener in ODIs. It's worth noting that Rohit has faced challenges against left-arm pacers in the past.

In a previous encounter earlier this month in Kandy, Shaheen had outperformed Rohit. However, in Colombo, the tables turned, and Rohit gained the upper hand. In fact, the 36-year-old achieved a milestone by becoming the first batter to hit a six off Afridi's bowling in the first over of an ODI innings. While Rohit displayed respect for Shaheen when he bowled in the right areas, he seized the opportunity when the pacer occasionally drifted onto his leg side, playing a flick off his pads that sailed for a maximum.

11/09/2023

In the lead-up to the much-anticipated clash between India and Pakistan scheduled for Sunday, Indian journalist Vikrant Gupta made a unique request to Pakistan's captain, Babar Azam, following the training session in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Babar Azam, a world-renowned batsman who leads the Pakistan team across all cricket formats, exhibited impressive form in the practice nets, with the distinctive sound of the ball hitting his bat setting him apart from the others. Gupta approached Babar Azam after the practice session and asked for his autographed bat, specifying that he wanted the very bat Azam uses in matches. Gupta shared his request on Sports Tak, saying, "I have never asked any Indian player for his bat," when asked if he had made a similar request to Virat Kohli or other Indian cricketers in the past.

It's worth noting that the remaining matches of the Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 round are scheduled to be held in Colombo, Sri Lanka, but there are concerns about heavy rainfall potentially affecting the upcoming matches. The highly-anticipated India vs. Pakistan match on Sunday may also be impacted by rain.

According to The Weather Channel, thunderstorms are expected daily in Colombo until September 17. If the final of the Asia Cup 2023, slated for September 17, is also washed out due to rain, the trophy will be shared between the teams.

10/09/2023

Pakistan Vs India Match Will Resume Tomorrow at 2:30 pm

10/09/2023

Pakistani pace sensation Shaheen Shah Afridi has sent a warning to his opponents, particularly arch-rivals India, stating that his impressive spell during the Asia Cup is just the beginning, with the Cricket World Cup only a few weeks away.

The left-arm fast bowler made a significant impact against India in their Group A clash last week, taking 4-35, which included the crucial wickets of star batsmen Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

While that particular match was unfortunately washed out, the two teams are set to face each other again in Colombo on Sunday during the Super Four stage of the Asia Cup, serving as a warm-up for the upcoming 50-over World Cup next month.

Shaheen expressed his excitement, saying, "Every match against India is special, and people watch this a lot. I used to eagerly await this match as a fan before I played under-16 cricket."

He also emphasized that his recent performance is just the beginning, and there is much more to come from him, stating, "I can't say this has been my best spell so far. This is just the start, and there will be many more, so the best is yet to come."

With his ability to swing the ball both ways, Shaheen leads one of the most formidable pace attacks in the world.

Shaheen's fellow fast bowlers, Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf, have also been instrumental in Pakistan's performance in the Asia Cup, collectively taking 23 wickets so far.

"We know our roles with the new and old ball," Shaheen explained. "Haris is quicker than us and makes an impact with his pace. Naseem and I try to get early breakthroughs."
He added that effective communication among the fast bowlers has been crucial to their success.

Shaheen, who stands tall at 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 meters), overcame a serious knee injury last year and made a strong comeback in Sri Lanka in July.

He credited his improvement to his match experience, especially the Test matches against Sri Lanka, where he bowled long spells and fielded extensively, dispelling any doubts about his knee injury.
Shaheen has an impressive record of 105 wickets in 27 Test matches.

10/09/2023

In the ongoing Asia Cup 2023, Pakistan and India are currently facing off in a crucial Super Four match at Colombo's R. Premadasa Stadium. Unfortunately, rain has interrupted play, with India's batting score standing at 147-2 in 24.1 overs when the weather disrupted the game.

Interestingly, when the rain began, it wasn't just the ground staff rushing to protect the wicket and outfield with covers. Pakistan's Fakhar Zaman joined the efforts, sprinting with covers in his hands, and actively contributing to shielding the ground to minimize the impact of the rain.

10/09/2023

Australia's impressive victory over South Africa in the second ODI in Bloemfontein, powered by centuries from David Warner and Marnus Labuschagne, has handed them a commanding 2-0 lead in the ongoing five-match series.

This outstanding performance has catapulted Australia back to the pinnacle of the ICC ODI team rankings, surpassing Pakistan. Currently, Australia holds a rating of 121, just one point higher than Pakistan's rating of 120, securing their position as the top ranked ODI team.

Nevertheless, Pakistan has an opportunity to reclaim the coveted number one rank if they can secure a win against India in the upcoming Super 4 clash during the Asia Cup on Sunday, which would elevate their rating to 122.

09/09/2023

Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh, speaking on a recent YouTube podcast co-hosted by Adam Gilchrist and Michael Vaughan, made a confident prediction regarding the potential finalists of the 2023 ICC World Cup.

During the podcast, when Vaughan asked Marsh about his prediction for the finalists of the upcoming mega event in India, Marsh displayed unwavering confidence in his team. He firmly forecasted that Australia would reach the World Cup final, where they would face off against Pakistan.

Michael Vaughan: Who is going to win it? India, Pakistan, or England?

Mitch Marsh: I honestly think that it will be Australia vs. Pakistan in the final.

Australia's World Cup squad includes players like Pat Cummins (c), Steve Smith, Alex Carey, Josh Inglis, Sean Abbott, Ashton Agar, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Mitch Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, David Warner, Adam Zampa, and Mitchell Starc.

09/09/2023

PCB Pays Tribute to Former Cricketer Imran Khan For Becoming 1st Pakistani Batter to Score Century in World Cup Game

09/09/2023

The highly anticipated Super 4s clash between India and Pakistan in the 2023 Asia Cup is scheduled for September 10, 2023, at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka. However, fans may face disappointment as the Colombo weather forecast suggests that rain could disrupt this weekend's much-awaited match between these arch-rivals in Colombo. Fortunately, after two days of rain, the weather in Colombo cleared up on Friday, allowing the teams to practice.

According to the Colombo weather forecast, there is a 70% chance of rain on Sunday morning. Although the temperature is expected to decrease gradually throughout the day, the likelihood of rain remains high, especially at the beginning of the match. As the day progresses, the temperature is anticipated to drop further, with no signs of clear skies, and the rain may intensify during the night. Despite the good drainage system at Colombo's R. Premadasa Stadium, heavy and continuous rain could potentially hamper the IND vs. PAK Super 4 match.Due to Heavy Rain Chances on September 10th ACC Announce reserved Day for Big Clash but Rain might spoil the Show on September 11( Reserve Day) too

In September, Colombo typically experiences a 61% chance of rain on an average day, with precipitation levels reaching up to 0.53 inches (13.4 mm) when it rains. The daily high temperatures usually hover around 86°F, rarely falling below 84°F or exceeding 89°F. Specifically, on September 10, the temperature is expected to be around 88°F.

09/09/2023

In a significant acknowledgment of his outstanding form, Pakistan's Babar Azam has earned a spot in the prestigious "Fab 5" club recognized by Star Sports, where he joins the ranks of contemporary batting legends such as Virat Kohli, Kane Williamson, Joe Root, and Steve Smith.

Babar Azam's consistent and elegant performances with the bat, marked by his ability to win matches, have firmly established him as one of the modern cricketing giants. This inclusion in the "Fab 5" is a testament to his increasing influence on the international cricketing stage.
Known for his breathtaking cover drives and a record-breaking career, Babar has consistently delivered top-tier performances, earning praise and recognition on a global scale. His rapid rise to prominence highlights his place among the best of the current era.
It's important to note that being part of the "Fab 5" is no small feat.

Virat Kohli's aggressive dominance, Kane Williamson's calm precision, Joe Root's technical prowess, and Steve Smith's unorthodox brilliance have long been the gold standard for batting excellence in this era. Babar Azam, with his exquisite shot-making and unshakable temperament, has carved out his own distinctive style, deserving the recognition he has received.

With the 2023 World Cup on the horizon, cricket enthusiasts can look forward to witnessing the "Fab 5" in action, solidifying the notion that this era represents a golden age of batting.

09/09/2023

The ongoing Asia Cup 2023's Super 4 matches are facing uncertainty due to adverse weather conditions in Colombo, where all the remaining fixtures are scheduled to be held.

Pakistan began their Super 4 campaign with a dominant seven-wicket victory over Bangladesh on Wednesday. Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh have all traveled to Colombo for the matches.

However, if the persistent bad weather continues and washes out the remaining Super 4 matches, Pakistan will automatically secure a spot in the final with four points.

In the event of multiple washouts, Sri Lanka and India would find themselves in a unique situation, both tied with three points each and having identical Net Run Rates. To break this tie, a coin toss will be used as the deciding factor, determining which of these two teams will have the opportunity to compete for the championship in the final.

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