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Mohammad Abbas Returns As Pakistan Announce Playing XI For Boxing Day Test Vs South Africa
Boxing Day Test: Pakistan have named the 34-year-old pacer Mohammad Abbas in the playing XI for the opening Test of the two-match series against South Africa, starting December 26 at SuperSport Park. Abbas, a stalwart of Pakistan's Test setup with 90 wickets in 25 matches, last donned the whites in August 2021 against the West Indies in Kingston.
Pakistan's batting lineup for the Centurion Test has undergone significant reshuffling. Abdullah Shafique, who scored 132 runs in the home Test series against England last October, has been left out. Shafique's lean patch in the recent One-day International (ODI) series against South Africa, where he failed to open his account in three outings, likely influenced the decision.
Taking his place at the top are Shan Masood and Saim Ayub. Masood, with his experience, will anchor the innings, while Ayub, fresh from scoring two centuries in the ODI series against South Africa, brings youthful exuberance and form. The batting order sees another notable adjustment with former captain Babar Azam returning to the No.3 position, a slot he last occupied in December 2022 against England in Multan. Although his average at No.3 stands at 30 from 10 Tests, Babar’s back-to-back fifties in the ODI series suggest he is in good touch to rectify that record.
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Queens Sports Club: Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) has announced free entry for spectators to the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo for the upcoming two-match Test series against Afghanistan, starting with the Boxing Day game on Thursday.
BGT: Kaif Gives Preference To Jaiswal-Rahul Opening Pair For Boxing Day Test Against Australia
Boxing Day Test: Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif said he would give preference to Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul as the opening pair ahead of the Boxing Day Test against Australia, starting at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Thursday.
Return Of Shahzad, Abbas A Welcome Development For Pakistan Test Team: Masood
World Test Championship Final: Ahead of playing the Boxing Day Test against South Africa at the SuperSport Park on Thursday, Pakistan skipper Shan Masood said the return of pacers Khurram Shahzad and Mohammad Abbas is a welcome development for his team.
AM Ghazanfar Added To Afghanistan's Squad For Upcoming Tests Against Zimbabwe
T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup: Spinner AM Ghazanfar has been added to Afghanistan's squad for its upcoming Test series against Zimbabwe, starting in Bulawayo on Thursday. The development comes after reports emerged of Rashid Khan being unavailable for the Boxing Day game due to personal reasons.
ICC Rankings: Bumrah Equals Ashwin’s Record Of Joint-highest-rated Indian Test Bowler
T20I Bowling Rankings: India’s spearhead pacer Jasprit Bumrah has solidified his top spot in the ICC Men's Test Bowling Rankings after his phenomenal performance in Brisbane. Bumrah’s nine-wicket haul for 94 runs in the rain-marred third Test against Australia earned him 14 additional rating points, taking his total to a career-high 904.
Corbin Bosch Named In SA's Playing XI For Boxing Day Test Vs Pakistan
ICC World Test Championship: Uncapped all-rounder Corbin Bosch will make his Test debut as South Africa named the playing XI for the Boxing Day Test against Pakistan, scheduled to begin on December 26 at Centurion.
PCB Chairman Hails Champions Trophy 2025 Agreement As 'milestone For Pakistan'
The International Cricket Council: The International Cricket Council (ICC) unveiled the eagerly anticipated schedule for the Champions Trophy 2025 on Tuesday, marking a significant moment for global cricket. With the tournament set to be played in a hybrid format, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi expressed his pride and optimism over Pakistan’s role as a host.
Champions Trophy: India-Pak Clash On Feb 23 In Dubai, Final On March 9
International Cricket Council: India will take on defending champions and arch-rivals Pakistan in Dubai on February 23 in the Champions Trophy 2025 as the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday announced the schedule for the marquee tournament, set to begin on February 19.
Mandhana Moves Closer To Top Spot In ODI, T20I Rankings
Australian Alyssa Healy: India batter Smriti Mandhana has moved closer to the top spot in both the T20I and ODI batting rankings as the left-hander sits in second place in both categories after strong performances against the West Indies across the formats.
His Numbers Don't Really Stack Up Away From Home: Ponting Points Out Gill's Overseas Struggles
The ICC Review: Australia great Ricky Ponting believes the Indian opener Shubman Gill's overseas record is not as strong as his performances at home, but the ex-Aussie skipper feels the right-hander can improve his fortunes in Australia with minor changes to his approach.
India Retain Asia Cup-winning Team For U19 Women's WC Title Defense
Asia Cup: Niki Prasad will lead India in the U19 Women's World Cup as the defending champions have named a 15-member squad to retain the title.
Allan Donald Looking Forward To Young Pacers Bosch, Yusuf & Maphaka In SA20
County Cricket Club Warwickshire: The SA20 domestic T20 league is slowly changing the South African cricket landscape and the upcoming Season 3 of the tournament will be keenly watched for the performance of some emerging players. South Africa fast bowling legend Allan Donald will keenly watch the performance of three young pacers Eathen Bosch, Codi Yusuf and Kwena Maphaka in Season 3.
Would Love To See Kohli And Bumrah Playing In SA20, Says Allan Donald
County Cricket Club Warwickshire: Former India cricketer Dinesh Karthik has in a way opened the door for Indian players to quit playing at home and figure in franchise T20 leagues abroad which has given rise to hopes that more and more Indian players will seek fortunes in similar leagues in future.
MacDonald-Gay, Kemp, Smith & Heat Named In England’s Squad For Women's Ashes
Seamer Ryana MacDonald: Seamer Ryana MacDonald-Gay, all-rounder Freya Kamp, spinner Linsey Smith and wicketkeeper-batter Linsey Smith have been named in England’s squad for the upcoming Women’s Ashes.
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