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Afghanistan defeated England by eight runs in their second ICC Champions Trophy group stage clash at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. 

Afghanistan defeated England in their second CT 25 group-stage clash. 

Pakistan got out of ICC Champions Trophy 2025 without winning a single clash.

In frame: Afghanistan Cricket Team and Waqar Younis

'Afghanistan have won more games than your team...': Jadeja mocks Pakistan legend Waqar Younis

Afghanistan will lock horns against Australia for their third group stage match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 which will take place in Lahore on February 28. 

Afghanistan will face Australia for their third Champions Trophy 2025 clash. 

Afghanistan vs Australia Champions Trophy 2025 clash will take place in Lahore. 

Marnus Labuschagne during Australia vs Afghanistan clash

Marnus Labuschagne reacts to Australia playing Afghanistan in Champions Trophy 2025 amid Cricket Australia's ban on bilateral series

Afghanistan will lock horns against Australia for their third league clash of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on February 28 and there are high chances that rain will play spoilsport during the crucial match. 

Afghanistan vs Australia Champions Trophy clash will take place at Gadaffi Stadium. 

Rain likely to play spoilsport at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.  

The covers protect the pitch as rain falls ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 group match

What happens if Afghanistan vs Australia clash washed out? Champions Trophy qualification scenario explained

Australia vs Afghanistan: Afghanistan will play their third ICC Champions Trophy 2025 league match against Australia at Gadaffi Stadium in Lahore. 

Afghanistan will face Australia for their third league match of Champions Trophy 2025. 

Hashmatullah Shahidi and Glenn Maxwell

'I know Glenn Maxwell played really well in 2023 but...': Afghanistan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi left fuming ahead of Australia showdown

Afghanistan will face Australia for their third league match of the Champions Trophy 2025. The upcoming clash will decide their future for the tournament. 

Afghanistan beat England by eight runs. 

Afghanistan will now face Australia for their third group stage clash. 

Azmatullah Omarzai of Afghanistan celebrating a wicket against England

After historic win against England, head coach Jonathan Trott reveals Afghanistan's plan for Australia, says 'going to make sure when they wake up tomorrow, they're...'

Afghanistan batter Ibrahim Zadran scored 177 runs against England during their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 do-or-die clash in Lahore. 

Ibrahim Zadran scored 177 runs against England in Champions Trophy 2025. 

Afghanistan beat England by 8 runs. 

Afghanistan batter Ibrahim Zadran celebrating his century in Champions Trophy against England

'One of the toughest challenges I've faced...': Ibrahim Zadran shares heartfelt post for fans after Afghanistan's historic Champions Trophy win against England 

Afghanistan defeated England by eight runs to stay in the race for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semifinals. Afghanistan will now face Australia for their third group-stage clash. 

Ibrahim Zadran scored 177 runs against England in Champions Trophy 2025 clash.

Security personnel detain a pitch invader at the end of the ICC Champions Trophy one-day international 

Massive security breach in Lahore, fan storms pitch after Afghanistan’s historic win against England in Champions Trophy 

Afghanistan defeated England by eight runs in a nail-biter do-or-die clash of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan. 

Rashid Khan and Irfan Pathan

WATCH: Rashid Khan's reaction to Irfan Pathan's social media post for Afghanistan's win over England goes viral 

Afghanistan won the toss and opted to bat first in their Champions Trophy 2025 do-or-die clash. 

Afghanistan opt to bat against England. 

Brydon Carse misses spot in England's playing XI against Afghanistan. 

 Hashmatullah Shahidi of Afghanistan flips the coin as Jos Buttler of England looks on ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match between Afghanistan and England 

England make one big change as Afghanistan opt to bat in Champions Trophy 2025 do-or-die clash: Check playing XIs

England captain Jos Buttler is confident that the side will feature against the Hashmatullah Shahidi-led Afghanistan in Champions Trophy 2025 amidst boycott calls. 

England will face Afghanistan on February 26. 

Champions Trophy 2025 is scheduled to start from February 19. 

Jos Buttler and Naceen ul Haq Afghanistan

'Political situations like this...': Jos Buttler's massive take on boycott calls ahead of England's Champions Trophy clash with Afghanistan

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Insights

The Hardik Pandya-led Mumbai Indians recorded a five-wicket defeat against the Punjab Kings in the second qualifier and got knocked out of the tournament

PBKS defeated MI by 5 wickets to reach the final

MI got knocked out of IPL 2025 with the defeat against PBKS

Hardik Pandya in this frame

'Don't know why...': Ex-India star slams Hardik Pandya's decision-making during PBKS clash

Shreyas Iyer played a stunning unbeaten knock of 87 runs from 41 deliveries in the second qualifier against Mumbai Indians 

Shreyas Iyer carried PBKS to victory over MI in the second qualifier

PBKS reached the IPL final for the first time in 11 years

Shreyas Iyer in this frame

'Went to my room...': PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer reveals he 'hardly slept' following remarkable knock against MI

Mumbai Indians suffered a five-wicket defeat against the Punjab Kings in the second qualifier of IPL 2025 which knocked them out of the tournament

PBKS defeated MI by 5 wickets 

MI got knocked out of IPL 2025 because of the loss

Mumbai Indians team in this frame

'Despite having so many match-winners...': Ex-India star takes brutal dig on Mumbai Indians following IPL 2025 exit

Shreyas Iyer played a fantastic knock of 87 runs from 41 deliveries in the second qualifier of IPL 2025 against the Mumbai Indians, carrying his side to victory

Shreyas Iyer was the catalyst to PBKS' victory over MI

'He will captain India in multiple formats...': Shreyas Iyer gets ultimate compliment after leading PBKS to victory over MI

Shreyas Iyer played a match-winning knock of 87 runs from 41 deliveries against the Mumbai Indians to lead the Punjab Kings to the IPL 2025 final 

Shreyas Iyer was the star performer with the bat for PBKS against MI

PBKS qualified for the final with their victory over MI

'He will find his way back...': PBKS coach backs Shreyas Iyer to return to India's Test set-up following victory over MI

Two-time T20 World Cup Champions West Indies will miss the services of their star batter Nicholas Pooran in T20I series against England and Ireland.

Jason Holder, Andre Russell and Sherfane Rutherford have returned to the T20I squad.

Test captain Roston Chase will leave after England series.

Jyd Goolie has received maiden call-up for Ireland T20I series. 

Jason Holder, Andre Russell, Nicholas Pooran

West Indies announce T20I squad for England and Ireland series, IPL's six-hitting machine opts out and Holder, Russell make comeback

Baseball

Shohei Ohtani delivers a spectacular performance this season, showcasing his exceptional power and versatility as he dominates on the field for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Shohei Ohtani hit 15 home runs in May, demonstrating MVP-level form with impressive batting stats and clutch performances.

He joined an elite group of Dodgers players with multi-home run games and high RBI totals, solidifying his place among baseball legends.

Shohei Ohtani makes history again, ties seven-decade-old record with stellar season performance

Shohei Ohtani

Football

Marcus Rashford looks set to leave Manchester United this summer following a fallout with the manager, with top European clubs showing strong interest in securing his signature.

Marcus Rashford’s January loan spell at Aston Villa showcased his form but financial constraints make a permanent move unlikely.

Barcelona remains a leading contender for Rashford’s signature, pending resolution of wage negotiations with Manchester United.

Marcus Rashford finds new landing spot away from Manchester United following Ruben Amorim fallout

Marcus Rashford

Barcelona's teenage prodigy Lamine Yamal addresses swirling transfer rumors after signing a fresh contract with the club, reinforcing his commitment ahead of a busy summer with Spain.

Barcelona secure Lamine Yamal's future with a new long-term deal amid interest from European giants.

The rising star speaks out on speculation about a potential move to El Clasico rivals.

Lamine Yamal breaks silence on Real Madrid rumors after agreeing to a new contract with Barcelona

Lamine Yamal

Others

Joe Rogan makes his long-awaited return to the UFC commentary booth at UFC 316 in Newark after skipping UFC 315, just in time for a massive bantamweight title rematch.

Joe Rogan returns to commentary duties for UFC 316 after missing the previous event in Canada.

UFC 316 features a highly anticipated bantamweight title rematch between Merab Dvalishvili and Sean O’Malley.

Joe Rogan set to replace this UFC icon as he resumes his UFC duties after UFC 315 absence

Joe Rogan

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Azmatullah Omarzai

Bilal Sami

Darwish Abdul Rasooli

Fareed Ahmad Malik

Fazalhaq Farooqi

Gulbadin Naib

Hashmatullah Shahidi

Hazratullah Zazai

Ibrahim Zadran

Ikram Alikhil

Ismat Alam

Karim Janat

Mohammad Ishaq Shirzad

Mohammad Nabi Eisakhil

Mujeeb Ur Rahman

Nangeyalia Kharote Khan

Mohammad Naveed Zadran

Naveen-ul-Haq Murid

Noor Ahmad Lakanwal

Rahmanullah Gurbaz

Rahmat Shah Zurmati

Rashid Khan Arman

Riaz Hassan

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Zahir Khan Pakteen

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246 by Hashmatullah Shahidi v Zimbabwe on December 26, 2024 - d

234 by Rahmat Shah v Zimbabwe on December 26, 2024 - d

Rahmat Shah

200* by Hashmatullah Shahidi v Zimbabwe on March 10, 2021 - w

7/66 by Rashid Khan v Zimbabwe on January 2, 2025 - r

Rashid Khan

7/137 by Rashid Khan v Zimbabwe on March 10, 2021 - w

6/49 by Rashid Khan v Bangladesh on September 5, 2019 - r

246 by Hashmatullah Shahidi v Zimbabwe on December 26, 2024 - Zimbabwe drew with Afghanistan

7/66 by Rashid Khan v Zimbabwe on January 2, 2025 - Afghanistan beat Zimbabwe by 72 runs

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