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New Zealand secured an unassailable lead in the ODI series against Pakistan with an 84-run victory in Hamilton. Mitchell Hay's unbeaten 99 and Ben Sears' five-wicket haul were pivotal as New Zealand posted 292 for 8, bowling out Pakistan for 208 in response.

New Zealand clinched a series victory by defeating Pakistan by 115 runs in the fourth T20I. The hosts set a challenging target of 220/6 and bowled out Pakistan for 105, with Jacob Duffy and Zak Foulkes leading the attack. Finn Allen's rapid fifty and Michael Bracewell's unbeaten 46 boosted New Zealand's innings.

Hasan Nawaz scored an unbeaten 105 off 45 balls, leading Pakistan to a nine-wicket win over New Zealand in the third T20I, setting a new record for the fastest T20I century by a Pakistan batter. Mark Chapman's 94 was not enough as New Zealand's total of 204 was chased down with ease.

The latest ICC rankings show New Zealand's Tim Seifert and Finn Allen rising in T20I rankings. Babar Azam has slipped to 8th. Australia's Travis Head leads T20I batters. Among bowlers, Jacob Duffy has achieved a career-best ranking of 12th. In ODIs, Netherlands' Aryan Dutt and Paul van Meekeren have moved up the bowlers' rankings.

Captain Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam have been dropped from Pakistan's T20 squad for the New Zealand series, replaced by Salman Ali Agha as captain with Shadab Khan named vice-captain. Rizwan remains ODI captain, while Babar stays in the ODI squad. Fast bowlers Shaheen Shah Afridi and haris rauf are also out, and opener Fakhar Zaman is injured.

Fast bowler haris rauf emphasises Pakistan will treat their Champions Trophy match against India like any other, focusing on victory. Despite losing to New Zealand and missing key players Saim Ayub and Fakhar Zaman, he remains optimistic about their chances. Rauf, fit and ready, draws confidence from previous wins against India in Dubai.

Pakistan's cricket team has seen a significant decline in performance over the past decade, struggling in major tournaments and undergoing frequent changes in leadership. The instability within the Pakistan Cricket Board and inconsistent domestic structures have contributed to this downfall, highlighting the need for a stable administration and proper player development.

Babar Azam and the Pakistan cricket team engaged in a rigorous practice session in Dubai ahead of their Champions Trophy match against India. Azam faced multiple bowlers for extended periods, while key pacers haris rauf and Shaheen Shah Afridi each delivered seven overs. Interim coach Aaqib Javed and captain Mohammad Rizwan led a detailed strategy meeting to optimize their performance.

Pakistan's fast bowler haris rauf resumed bowling in the nets and feels comfortable after recovering from a muscular strain. His participation in the Champions Trophy opener against New Zealand will be decided by the team management. Despite limited spin options, Haris believes the team has formed a strong bowling combination with both pace and spin options.

Will Young and Tom Latham scored centuries to lead New Zealand to 320/5 against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy opener on Wednesday. Young hit 107 runs, and Latham remained unbeaten on 118. Glenn Phillips added a quick 61 runs. Pakistan's Naseem Shah and haris rauf took early wickets, but New Zealand's middle-order partnership stabilised the innings.

Former cricketer Basit Ali apologized for his incorrect prediction about Pakistan reaching the Champions Trophy final after their early exit. Pakistan was eliminated in the group stage following losses to New Zealand and India. Ali expressed support for India to win the tournament. Pakistan's match against Bangladesh will be their last in the event.

Pakistan are out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 after losing to New Zealand and India. Ex-captain Sana Mir criticises the squad selection, saying it was flawed from the start. Their pace attack appeared rusty and part-time spinners were ineffective. Mir calls for a complete overhaul of Pakistan's cricket system for future success.

Pakistan's pace bowler haris rauf has fully recovered from a muscular strain in his lower chest and will be ready to play against New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy opener. Haris' recovery strengthens Pakistan's bowling attack as they aim to defend their title. Despite the selectors bringing in uncapped Akif Javed as cover, Haris, who is crucial to Pakistan's bowling attack with his rapid pace and wicket-taking ability during middle overs, has stayed with the squad.

Pakistan's head coach Aaqib Javed expressed confidence in his pace bowling attack ahead of the crucial Champions Trophy match against India. Despite the absence of key player Fakhar Zaman, Javed believes the team’s strong pace unit, led by Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, and haris rauf, can deliver a special performance.

Pakistan's cricket team trained at the ICC Academy in Dubai, focusing intensely under former cricketer Mudassar Nazar's guidance. The team is preparing for a crucial match against India, hoping to learn from their mistakes in their opener against New Zealand to keep their tournament hopes alive. Former Pakistan cricketer Mudassar Nazar got everyone in a circle of sorts and had a long chat before the players got down to business in the middle. Nazar is not just a former cricketer but someone who is familiar with the local conditions in Dubai.

Hosts Pakistan will take on Bangladesh in their final ICC Champions Trophy match at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Both teams, who have failed to secure a semi-final spot, aim to end their campaigns on a high note. Captain Mohammad Rizwan leads Pakistan, while Mehidy Hasan Miraz is a key player for Bangladesh.

With their Champions Trophy semifinal hopes dashed, Pakistan and Bangladesh will seek some redemption in their last group fixture before exiting the tournament. Pakistan Cricket Board faces widespread criticism, after the team's third consecutive early exit in major white-ball tournaments, further highlighting the need for urgent reforms in performance and management.

Jason Gillespie discusses Pakistan cricket's issues including frequent changes in board, selectors, and coaching, which impact consistency. He believes Babar Azam needs support and that Pakistan has the talent to compete if managed well. Gillespie also talks about India's strong position in the Champions Trophy and their edge over England in the upcoming Test series.

Ahead of the high-stakes ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match between India and Pakistan, Virat Kohli and Babar Azam shared a touching moment, highlighting sportsmanship. Pakistan opted to bat first with Imam-ul-Haq replacing Fakhar Zaman. Team India aims to secure their semi-final spot, while Pakistan face immense pressure after their recent heavy defeat.

The Champions Trophy returns after seven years, with Pakistan hosting New Zealand in Karachi. It’s a significant moment for Pakistan cricket, marking their first major ICC tournament in 29 years post-security concerns. Both teams have had intense past encounters, with New Zealand having an edge. Key players' fitness updates include haris rauf and Rachin Ravindra.