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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has firmly denied recent reports claiming that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has decided to remove the name of the host nation, Pakistan, from their jersey for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

As the Australia squad gears up for a two-match Test series in Sri Lanka, which will be swiftly followed by the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy, they have received encouraging news regarding Steve Smith’s elbow injury. The star batter’s injury, sustained during a Big Bash League fixture, is less severe than initially feared, bolstering Australia’s preparations.

In a commanding performance, Pakistan defeated the West Indies by a significant margin in the first Test at Multan. Sajid Khan emerged as the match’s standout performer, claiming nine wickets across both innings and earning the Man of the Match title for his phenomenal display. His iconic thigh-slap celebration resonated throughout the stadium as teammates joined in to celebrate his heroics.

Pakistan remains the only team yet to announce its squad for the highly anticipated ICC Champions Trophy 2025, sparking intense speculation among cricket fans and analysts.

Multan, January 18, 2025 – Pakistan is in a commanding position at the close of Day 2 of the first Test against the West Indies, leading by 202 runs with 7 wickets still intact in their second innings.

India has announced their much-anticipated squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, sparking discussions among cricket enthusiasts.

Multan, January 18, 2025 – Pakistan’s ace spinner, Sajid Khan, delivered a spectacular performance on Day 2 of the first Test match against the West Indies, ripping through their batting lineup. Sajid Khan claimed four early wickets, leaving the visitors struggling at a precarious 22/4 in just 4.2 overs, shocking both the opposition and spectators alike.

Multan, January 17, 2025 — Saud Shakeel and Mohammad Rizwan showcased resilience, hitting unbeaten half-centuries to guide Pakistan to 143-4 at the close of the opening day of the first Test against the West Indies in Multan. Their partnership helped Pakistan recover from an early collapse triggered by Jayden Seales’ fiery spell.

Australia staged a remarkable recovery from 4-59 to post a total of 308 before dismissing England for 222, securing an 86-run victory in the final Ashes ODI. Ashleigh Gardner’s brilliant century, combined with exceptional performances from leg-spinners Alana King and Georgia Wareham, has placed Australia on the brink of retaining the Ashes after an emphatic 86-run win in the third and final ODI.