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Ryan Rickelton's century followed by fifties from Temba Bavuma, Rassie van der Dussen, and Aiden Markram powered the SA side to 315/6.

Afghanistan is taking on South Africa in Champions Trophy.

Ryan Rickelton smashes century.

He creates history with this century.

Ryan Rickelton celebrates after scoring a century

Ryan Rickelton creates history, achieves massive feat after smashing century in Champions Trophy clash against Afghanistan

South Africa have suffered an injury scare due to which their star batter Heinrich Klaasen will be missing out on the Afghanistan clash.

Heincrich Klaasen ruled out of the clash.

He is suffering from an elbow injury.

South Africa's Heinrich Klaasen in frame

South Africa suffer injury scare, star batter ruled out of Champions Trophy clash against Afghanistan

This is the first game from Group B and both teams will be eyeing to kick off their campaign with a stunning win. The Proteas will be playing this game without their batting star Heinrich Klaasen.

SA win toss and elect to bat first.

Heincrich Klaasen misses out of the game.

Hashmatullah Shahidi and Temba Bavuma in frame

South Africa's explosive star misses out as Temba Bavuma elects to bat first - check playing XIs of both teams

The Afghanistan captain dismissed any worries about his squad, stating that they will draw strength from their recent series victory against South Africa in Sharjah. 

Afghanistan set to face South Africa in Champions Trophy.

This is the first match of the Group B.

Afghanistan captain fires warning to South Africa.

South Africa's captain Temba Bavuma in frame

Afghanistan captain fires stern warning to South Africa by reminding Proteas of 2-1 series loss in Sharjah, says '2019 and now there’s too much difference...'

Cricket South Africa (CSA) announced 30-year-old Corbin Bosch as Anrich Nortje's replacement for Champions Trophy 2025.

CSA announced Corbin Bosch as Anrich Nortje's replacement. 

Corbin Bosch will join South Africa squad for tri-nation series and Champions Trophy 2025. 

Anrich Nortje

Cricket South Africa announces 30-year-old star as Anrich Nortje's replacement for Champions Trophy 2025

South Africa's star speedster Gerald Coetzee has been ruled out of the ODI tri-series in Pakistan with a groin issue and will not be considered for selection for the Champions Trophy.

Gerald Coetzee ruled out of South Africa's ODI tri nation squad. 

Champions Trophy 2025 is scheduled to start from February 19. 

Gerald Coetzee 

Massive blow to South Africa, day after announcing squad star speedster ruled out of Tri-Series in Pakistan And Champions Trophy 2025

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Team India will play a Tri-Nation ODI series featuring Sri Lanka and South Africa ahead of the Women's ODI World Cup

Sri Lanka will host the Tri-Nation Tri-series featuring India and South Africa

The Tri-Nation ODI series is set to start from April 27

India women's cricket team in a huddle

Team India's schedule announced for Tri-Nation ODI series against Sri Lanka and South Africa ahead of World Cup

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FIFA president Gianni Infantino discusses the growing trend of soccer in America with the FIFA Club World Cup and previews the 2026 FIFA World Cup on 'Fox & Friends.'

The FIFA Club World Cup and the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place in the United States. 

Seattle Sounders FC and Inter Miami will be the two teams from MLS that will play in the FIFA Club World Cup.

2026 FIFA World Cup will start from June 11 2026 to July 19 2026.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino in the frame

FIFA President Gianni Infantino's massive claim on FIFA Club World Cup, says 'it will conquer America in 100 days from now'

Mohammed Shami's family has come to his defence after a Maulana termed him 'criminal' for skipping roza during India vs Australia Champions Trophy clash

Mohammed Shami's family has hit back at Maulana for calling the star pacer 'criminal' for skipping roza

Shami was spotted sipping an energy drink during India vs Australia Champions Trophy clash

India's Mohammed Shami in frame

Mohammed Shami's family burns Muslim cleric for vicious 'criminal' remark on India star amidst roza controversy, says 'he wants to gain TRP...'

Real Madrid has the opportunity to claim up to $156 million if it wins the newly revamped Club World Cup in the United States.

Real Madrid can win $156 million if they win the FIFA Club World Cup in United States.

FIFA Club World Cup will start from June 14 to July 13, 2025.

With FC Barcelona failing to qualify, Atletico Madrid will join Real Madrid as the only two Spanish clubs in the tournament. 

Real Madrid team in the frame

Real Madrid to hit bumper jackpot if they win FIFA Club World Cup, Know the whopping prize money Los Blancos can fetch

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The highly anticipated 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational kicks off Thursday morning with the first round at the iconic Bay Hill Club and Lodge.

The 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational kicks off Thursday morning.

The 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational will be held at the iconic Bay Hill Club and Lodge.

Rory McIlroy, currently ranked No. 2 in the world, has had an impressive start to his 2025 season, winning the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am in his season debut.

Rory McIlroy in the frame

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Babar Azam's father Azam Siddique has clapped back at his son's critics following his snub in the New Zealand tour. Babar Azam 

Babar Azam's father has reacted to his son's constant criticism

Babar Azam drew a lot of flak for his underwhelming performance in Champions Trophy

Pakistan's star batter Babar Azam (L) and his father Azam Siddique in frame

Babar Azam's father Azam Siddique breaks silence on son's constant criticism following NZ tour snub, blasts ex-Pakistan players via long social media post

Dinesh Karthik went down heavily on South African team after their defeat against New Zealand in the Champions Trophy semifinal

Dinesh Karthik lashed out at South Africa for surrendering to NZ in Champions Trophy semifinal

South Africa suffered a 50-run defeat against New Zealand, which denied them a place in Champions Trophy final

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma (L) and former India wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik in frame

'This is a meek surrender, you cannot have...': Dinesh Karthik questions South Africa's intent after choking to NZ in Champions Trophy semis, reveals culprit

South Africa's David Miller has revealed who he will support in India vs New Zealand's Champions Trophy 2025 final

David Miller has disclosed who he will support in India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy final

The Champions Trophy final between India and New Zealand will be played on March 9

South Africa's veteran batter David Miller in frame

David Miller reveals which team he will cheer for in India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 final, says 'to be honest, I will support...'

Anil Kumble in not happy with Gautam Gambhir and Rohit Sharma's tactics to send KL Rahul down the batting order in the ongoing Champions Trophy

Anil Kumble has called out Gautam Gambhir's tactics behind KL Rahul's batting order in Champions Trophy

KL Rahul's role has been crucial in India's Champions Trophy final entry

India's KL Rahul (L) and spin legend Anil Kumble in frame

Anil Kumble rejects Gautam Gambhir-Rohit Sharma's tactics for KL Rahul in Champions Trophy, says 'If he does well, it's expected; if he doesn't...'

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Match 3, National Stadium, Karachi