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<title><![CDATA[ Mohammad Rizwan Removed as T20I Captain, Shadab Khan Likely to Lead in New Zealand]]></title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2025 05:45:45 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[After a shocking Champions Trophy exit, PCB is set to include fresh talent in the T20I series against New Zealand. Senior players may opt for a break.]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/03/Shadab-Khan-asia-cup-ambitions_d.webp" width="1280" height="720" alt="After a shocking Champions Trophy exit, PCB is set to include fresh talent in the T20I series against New Zealand. Senior players may opt for a break."/><p><span id="input-sentence~0">The <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pakistan_Cricket_Board">Pakistan Cricket Board</a> (PCB) is planning to include new-found talents in the March-April T20I series against New Zealand. This is being done after Pakistan's humiliating <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/icc-champions-trophy-2025/">Champions Trophy</a> exit when they became the first team to be knocked out despite being the host country. </span><span id="input-sentence~1">Based on reports, emerging talents from national cricket have been summoned to Lahore to attend a meeting with board officials during the selection process. The effort goes with Pakistan's vision for the 2026 T20 World Cup, to be held in India and Sri Lanka.</span></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">🚨Mohammad Rizwan has been removed from T20I captaincy after today's meeting with PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. [Ejaz Wasim Bukhari]<br><br>- Shadab Khan is likely to lead the Pakistan T20I squad for New Zealand tour. <a href="https://t.co/yKrZsTU7y5">pic.twitter.com/yKrZsTU7y5</a></p>— Salman 🇵🇰 (@SalmanAsif2007) <a href="https://twitter.com/SalmanAsif2007/status/1895915687031554157?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 1, 2025</a></blockquote><p><strong>ALSO SEE: <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/pcb-chairman-mohsin-naqvi-to-lead-asian-cricket-council-post-champions-trophy-2025/">PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi to Lead Asian Cricket Council Post Champions Trophy 2025</a></strong></p><p><span id="input-sentence~2">Meanwhile, ex-wicketkeeper-batsman Rashid Latif came up with a list of youth players to be considered for the next series. His suggestions are Hassan Nawaz, Ali Raza, Abdul Samad, Akif Javed, and Muhammad Nafay. Besides, he thinks all-rounder Shadab Khan is the best choice to be the captain of the T20I team.</span><span id="input-sentence~3"><br>The wicketkeeper batter further shared some more names for the likely squad which are Muhammad Haris, Sufyan Muqeem, Arafat Minhas, Irfan Khan Niazi, Zaman Khan, Mohammad Wasim, Abbas Afridi, Jahandad Khan, Agha Salman, Abrar Ahmed, Omair Bin Yousuf and Khushdil Shah.</span><span id="input-sentence~4"><br>The Pakistani team will leave for New Zealand on March 12, and the five-match T20I series will start on March 16. Besides the T20Is, Pakistan will also feature in three ODIs, and the tour will last until April 5. Meanwhile, there are reports that some of the senior players are considering a break from international cricket after their dismal performances in the Champions Trophy.<br>Major players like Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah, and Babar Azam are said to be in the discussion in the selection meetings with some thinking of pulling out from the tour to prevent themselves from being dropped.</span></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title><![CDATA[Pakistan’s Champions Trophy Nightmare: First Team Eliminated After 29-Year Wait]]></title>
<link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/pakistan-s-champions-trophy-nightmare-first-team-eliminated-after-29-year-wait/</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 17:06:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Pakistan waited 29 years to host an ICC tournament but became the first team eliminated from the Champions Trophy. A short campaign a match in Dubai against India and an early exit left fans disappointed.]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/02/11853169812we.webp" width="1280" height="720" alt="Pakistan waited 29 years to host an ICC tournament but became the first team eliminated from the Champions Trophy."/><p>It took almost three decades for Pakistan to finally stage an ICC event, but it became a horror story for the hosts. Instead of expecting high-flying events at home, Pakistan, ironically, became the first team eliminated from the Champions Trophy.</p><p><strong>A Tournament at Home: But Not Really</strong><br>The thrill of having an ICC event after 29 years was soon lost when Pakistan was forced to host its do-or-die match against India in Dubai rather than on home ground. Something that was supposed to be a milestone for Pakistani cricket was lost, as the 'home ground advantage' was lost.</p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">19th Feb - Champions Trophy started.<br>24th Feb - Pakistan eliminated.<br><br>PAKISTAN HOSTING AN ICC EVENT AFTER 29 YEARS ARE KNOCKED OUT IN 5 DAYS. 🤯 <a href="https://t.co/daScqVVhLB">pic.twitter.com/daScqVVhLB</a></p>— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) <a href="https://twitter.com/mufaddal_vohra/status/1894063997860667743?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 24, 2025</a></blockquote><p><strong>ALSO SEE: <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/shane-watson-creates-history-with-first-ever-century-in-imlt20/">Shane Watson Creates History with First Ever Century in IMLT20</a></strong></p><p><strong>A Forgettable Campaign</strong><br>Pakistan's on-field performance only contributed to the letdown. Their tournament lasted a mere five days before they were eliminated, and they became the first team to be eliminated from the competition. There were high hopes, but the team was unable to deliver when it counted the most.</p><p><strong>A Tough Pill to Swallow</strong><br>For a nation that has long been denied the honour of hosting international cricket, the event was meant to be a celebration. It turned into tragedy as it came to an end, Pakistan failing miserably in record time. As followers look back upon this calamitous campaign, one thing is certain—the vision of a successful ICC event on home soil will have to wait a bit longer.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title><![CDATA[New Zealand’s Domination Leaves Pakistan With No Answers]]></title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 18:52:52 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[New Zealand dominates Pakistan with three consecutive wins in 10 days, including the Tri-Series and Champions Trophy. A tough phase for Pakistan as the Kiwis showcase their supremacy. Read the full recap!]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/02/99572718wedws.webp" width="1280" height="720" alt="New Zealand dominates Pakistan with three consecutive wins in 10 days, including the Tri-Series and Champions Trophy. "/><p><span id="input-sentence~0">Pakistan has not had an easy time against New Zealand in the past ten days, losing three successive matches in crucial games. The Kiwis have been in great shape, dominating Pakistan in every department. Here's a brief rundown of how events went:</span></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">Pakistan in the last 10 days against New Zealand:<br><br>8th Feb - NZ beat PAK in Tri series.<br><br>14th Feb - NZ beat PAK in Tri series Final.<br><br>19th Feb - NZ beat PAK in Champions Trophy.<br><br>- THE DOMINATION OF NEW ZEALAND..!!!! <a href="https://t.co/C7MB5fuI0B">pic.twitter.com/C7MB5fuI0B</a></p>— Tanuj Singh (@ImTanujSingh) <a href="https://twitter.com/ImTanujSingh/status/1892255838720368804?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 19, 2025</a></blockquote><p><strong>ALSO SEE: <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/pat-cummins-withdraws-from-mlc-2025-due-to-workload-and-injury-concerns/">Pat Cummins Withdraws from MLC 2025 Due to Workload and Injury Concerns</a></strong></p><p><span id="input-sentence~0"><strong>February 8, 2025 – Tri-Series Match</strong><br>The series opened with New Zealand posting a record 331, aided by a fantastic 106* by Glenn Phillips.</span><span id="input-sentence~1"> Pakistan resisted with Fakhar Zaman's 84 but fell short and were bowled out for 252. Black Caps are off to a good start.<br><strong>February 14, 2025 – Tri-Series Final</strong><br>Pakistan got an opportunity to get their revenge in the final but their batting failed once again, scoring just 242 runs.</span><span id="input-sentence~2"> New Zealand chased it easily, with Tom Latham and Daryl Mitchell guiding them to a five-wicket win.<br><strong>February 19, 2025 – Champions Trophy Group Match</strong><br>The biggest stage, but the same outcome. New Zealand maintained their winning streak against Pakistan, claiming another win and showing their dominance.</span><span id="input-sentence~3"><br><strong>The Takeaway</strong><br>Three losses, three games – it has not been a good period for Pakistan. New Zealand, on the other hand, have demonstrated why they are amongst the most consistent sides in world cricket. Pakistan will have to regroup and return stronger in their upcoming games.</span></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title><![CDATA[Indian Flag Waves High at Karachi's National Stadium on Champions Trophy 2025 Opening]]></title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 12:52:40 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Controversy erupted a couple of days ago after a viral video showed the absence of an Indian flag on one of the roofs of the National Stadium in Karachi before ICC Champions Trophy 2025.]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/02/GkI7NUBasAAewPX.webp" width="1920" height="1080" alt="flag"/><p><strong><span id="input-sentence~0">The uproar surrounding the Missing Flag</span></strong></p><p><span id="input-sentence~0">A viral video appeared ahead of the opening of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 with the Indian flag missing at Karachi's National Stadium.</span><span id="input-sentence~1"> The video quickly raised a storm, particularly among Indians. Most had predicted that the omission of the flag was a deliberate act, and some associated it with the friction between the Pakistan Cricket Board and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), especially after India had declined to visit Pakistan over security issues.</span></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">Indian flag flying high in Karachi 🇮🇳🫡<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ChampionsTrophy?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ChampionsTrophy</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> <a href="https://t.co/TfmlfaC20f">pic.twitter.com/TfmlfaC20f</a></p>— Indian Cricket Team (@incricketteam) <a href="https://twitter.com/incricketteam/status/1892161875455914497?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 19, 2025</a></blockquote><p>ALSOREAD:-<a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/brett-lee-inspires-young-leaders-in-gl-bajaj-educational-institutions/">Brett Lee Inspires Young Leaders in GL Bajaj Educational Institutions</a></p><p><span id="input-sentence~2"><br><strong>The Indian Flag Finally Makes It Out</strong></span></p><p><span id="input-sentence~2">Luckily, the drama was reversed when the situation improved during the tournament opener match between Pakistan and New Zealand. As the birds' eye views of the National Stadium were transmitted, the audiences could identify the Indian flag flapping proudly between the flags of the other rival nations.</span><span id="input-sentence~3"> When the flag went up alongside those of the remaining eight teams' flags, that was perceived by fans globally as a welcome act. Fans cheered on social media, and a testament to the warmth of the occasion.<br><br>This was done after the International Cricket Council (ICC) ordered that flags of all teams participating should be flown. The PCB, in recognition of this order, confirmed that all flags, including India's, were flown as part of the regulations of the event, bringing an end to the controversy.</span></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title><![CDATA[Champions Trophy 2025: Where and How to Watch Every Match Live]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 18:33:10 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You can watch all matches of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 live on JioHotstar in India and on TV via Star Sports & Sports18. For international viewers, platforms like Sky Sports, WillowTV, PTV Sports, and Amazon Prime Video will provide live coverage.]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/02/CT2025.webp" width="1920" height="1080" alt="CT2025.webp"/><p><span id="input-sentence~0">The <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/icc-champions-trophy-2025/">ICC Champions Trophy 2025</a> will start on February 19, 2025. Fans of cricket all over the globe are looking forward to seeing their favorite teams face each other in this elite competition. The event will host major cricketing nations, which will ensure exciting games and heated rivalries.</span><span id="input-sentence~1"> Live coverage from several platforms will mean that viewers get to enjoy good-quality broadcasts in different languages, making the experience smooth and effortless.</span></p><h2>CHAMPIONS TROPHY GROUPS</h2><p><strong>Group A</strong>: Pakistan (hosts), India, New Zealand, Bangladesh</p><p><strong>Group B</strong>: Australia, England, South Africa, Afghanistan</p><p><strong>Notable Things</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Tournament Start Date:</strong> February 19, 2025</li><li><strong>India's First Match:</strong> February 20, 2025 (India vs Bangladesh)</li><li><strong>India vs Pakistan Clash:</strong> February 23, 2025</li></ul><h4><strong>First match: Pakitan vs New Zeland</strong></h4><p><strong>LIVE STREAMING DETAILS</strong></p><table style="height: 902.508px; width: 63.8758%;"><tbody><tr style="height: 58.5938px;"><th style="width: 26.8595%;"><strong>Region</strong></th><th style="width: 43.1818%;"><strong>TV Broadcast</strong></th><th style="width: 29.9587%;"><strong>Online Streaming</strong></th></tr><tr style="height: 80.9922px;"><td style="width: 26.8595%;"><strong>India</strong></td><td style="width: 43.1818%;">Star Sports, Sports18</td><td style="width: 29.9587%;">JioHotstar (16 feeds, 9 languages)</td></tr><tr style="height: 58.5938px;"><td style="width: 26.8595%;"><strong>Pakistan</strong></td><td style="width: 43.1818%;">PTV, Ten Sports</td><td style="width: 29.9587%;">Myco, Tamasha</td></tr><tr style="height: 58.5938px;"><td style="width: 26.8595%;"><strong>MENA & UAE</strong></td><td style="width: 43.1818%;">CricLife MAX, CricLife MAX2</td><td style="width: 29.9587%;">STARZPLAY</td></tr><tr style="height: 103.391px;"><td style="width: 26.8595%;"><strong>United Kingdom</strong></td><td style="width: 43.1818%;">Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Action</td><td style="width: 29.9587%;">SkyGO, NOW, Sky Sports App</td></tr><tr style="height: 103.391px;"><td style="width: 26.8595%;"><strong>USA & Canada</strong></td><td style="width: 43.1818%;">WillowTV</td><td style="width: 29.9587%;">Willow by Cricbuzz (Hindi commentary)</td></tr><tr style="height: 58.5938px;"><td style="width: 26.8595%;"><strong>Caribbean</strong></td><td style="width: 43.1818%;">ESPN Caribbean</td><td style="width: 29.9587%;">ESPN Play Caribbean</td></tr><tr style="height: 80.9922px;"><td style="width: 26.8595%;"><strong>Australia</strong></td><td style="width: 43.1818%;">Amazon Prime Video</td><td style="width: 29.9587%;">Amazon Prime Video (Hindi commentary)</td></tr><tr style="height: 58.5938px;"><td style="width: 26.8595%;"><strong>New Zealand</strong></td><td style="width: 43.1818%;">Sky Sport NZ</td><td style="width: 29.9587%;">Now, SkyGo</td></tr><tr style="height: 125.789px;"><td style="width: 26.8595%;"><strong>South Africa & Sub-Saharan Africa</strong></td><td style="width: 43.1818%;">SuperSport</td><td style="width: 29.9587%;">SuperSport app</td></tr><tr style="height: 58.5938px;"><td style="width: 26.8595%;"><strong>Bangladesh</strong></td><td style="width: 43.1818%;">Nagorik TV, T Sports</td><td style="width: 29.9587%;">Toffee app, Toffee website</td></tr><tr style="height: 36.1953px;"><td style="width: 26.8595%;"><strong>Afghanistan</strong></td><td style="width: 43.1818%;">ATN</td><td style="width: 29.9587%;">N/A</td></tr><tr style="height: 20.1953px;"><td style="width: 26.8595%;"><strong>Sri Lanka</strong></td><td style="width: 43.1818%;">Maharaja TV (TV1)</td><td style="width: 29.9587%;">Sirasa</td></tr></tbody></table><p>ALSO READ:<a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/pak-vs-nz-today-match-prediction-who-will-win-match-01-icc-champions-trophy-2025-preview-analysis/">PAK vs NZ Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win? | Match 01, ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Preview & Analysis</a></p><p>India Champions Trophy Squad<em>:</em> <strong>Rohit Sharma (captain), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Ravindra Jadeja, Varun </strong><strong>Chakaravarthy</strong></p><ul><li> Coach: Gautam Gambhir</li><li>Best performance: Champions (2002, 2013)</li></ul>]]></content:encoded>
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<title><![CDATA["India vs Pakistan is overhyped, India will dominate: Harbhajan Singh on Champions Trophy clash"]]></title>
<link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/india-vs-pakistan-is-overhyped-india-will-dominate-harbhajan-singh-on-champions-trophy-clash/</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 Feb 2025 07:12:19 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh said that there is more hype for the India-Pakistan clash in the ICC Champions Trophy. He believes that India has stronger team and they will easily win. Harbhajan points out that India’s players are in great form, while Pakistan players has been inconsistent. He also sees Afghanistan as a team that could do really well in the tournament.]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/02/babar-azam-and-rohit-sharma-083834798-16x9-(1).webp" width="1280" height="720" alt=""India vs Pakistan is overhyped, India will dominate: Harbhajan Singh on Champions Trophy clash""/><p>Former India spinner <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harbhajan_Singh">Harbhajan Singh</a> isn’t taking more hype for the India-Pakistan clash in the upcoming <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/aakash-chopra-s-predicted-pakistan-playing-xi-for-2025-champions-trophy/">ICC Champions Trophy</a>. He believes that match on February 23 in Dubai is "overhyped" and India will dominate in their biggest rivarls. India is in Group A, will face Pakistan in their second match of the ICC Champions Trophy, which starts on February 19. </p><p>Harbhajan Singh Speaking on his YouTube channel, India’s squad is so strong and Pakistan’s inconsistency, saying the match is unlikely to be competitive. "fans hype up India vs Pakistan, but I don’t see anything special about it. India is a very strong team, while Pakistan has been struggling with their forms. They recently lost at home with New Zealand team and players are not in good form and inconsistent. If you compare both teams, India is clearly dominating in both batting and bowling,".</p><p>Harbhajan Singh said that Fakhar Zaman is the only player who trouble India in the ICC Champions Trophy. "I checked the stats Babar averages 31 against India, which isn’t great for a top class player. His average should be around 50. Rizwan’s average is even lower at 25. The only Pakistani batter who looks dangerous is Fakhar Zaman, with an average of 46. He can take the game away from India. But other than him, their batting is so weak. Faheem Ashraf averages just 12.5 against India, and Saud Shakeel only six. According to the lineup, I don’t see them putting up a big fight with India." </p><p>Harbhajan also highlighted the strong form of India’s key players before the tournament. Rohit Sharma(Captain) has scored runs, Shubma Gill(Vice Captain) is in good form, Axar Patel is performing well, and Virat Kohli recently hit a fifty against England in the last ODI. He may not best in the England ODI series, but he always delivers in big tournaments. KL Rahul is also playing well." </p><p><strong>ALSO READ: </strong><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/who-is-priya-mishra/">Priya Mishra Shines in WPL: A New Star in Indian Cricket</a></p><p>Comparing with recent performances, Harbhajan said India’s bowling attack is looking good. "Our bowlers are in good rhythm. We just defeated England in a home series, while Pakistan lost to New Zealand. Pakistan will play New Zealand in their first match, and I think they’ll lose again. Pakistan won an ODI series in Australia, which should have boosted their confidence, but they haven’t looked more different since, Rizwan is a good captain, but maybe their team just isn’t confident. Babar hasn’t been scoring, and even though Rizwan and Salman Agha have hit centuries now and then, the team doesn’t look strong. </p><p>He also spoke about the expensive tickets for the match, saying fans may not get the close contest they expect. "Ticket prices have gone way up, but I don’t think the game will be as thrilling as fans hope. This big match on February 23 might just be one-sided." </p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title><![CDATA[[watch]Babar Azam vs Wiaan Mulder: Fiery Exchange and Twin Fifties Steal the Show]]></title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Jan 2025 16:54:41 GMT</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Babar Azam dazzled fans with twin fifties and stood his ground in a fiery exchange with Wiaan Mulder during Pakistan's follow-on fightback against South Africa. This dramatic encounter has been the highlight of a thrilling Test match.]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/01/Babar-Azam-Loses-Cool-.webp" width="1284" height="856" alt="Babar Azam vs. Wiaan Mulder: Fiery Exchange and Twin Fifties Steal the Show"/><h3>Babar Azam vs. Wiaan Mulder: High Drama in Pakistan vs. South Africa Clash</h3><p>In the ongoing match between Pakistan and South Africa at the Newlands Stadium in Cape Town, star batter Babar Azam has hogged the limelight. The incident that caught everyone's attention was Babar losing his cool on Wiaan Mulder, who hit him with the ball out of frustration. This dramatic moment added spice to a day already filled with riveting cricket.</p><p>ALSO READ:<a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/selfless-leadership-rohit-sharma-prioritizes-team-over-self-earns-gambhir-s-praise/">Selfless Leadership: Rohit Sharma Prioritizes Team Over Self, Earns Gambhir's Praise</a></p><h4>The Context</h4><p>It was a roller-coaster day for Babar Azam and Pakistan. Despite Babar’s heroics, Pakistan struggled in their first innings, tumbling for just 194 runs. South Africa enforced the follow-on, putting Pakistan under immense pressure. However, Babar and Shan Masood had other plans, as the duo stitched a remarkable 150-run opening stand in the second innings, frustrating the Proteas.</p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">The Agressive Side Of Babar Azam ❤️🩹🔥.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BabarAzam?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BabarAzam</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SAvsPAK?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SAvsPAK</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PAKvSA?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PAKvSA</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PakistanCricket?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PakistanCricket</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Babar?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Babar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SAvsPAK?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SAvsPAK</a> <a href="https://t.co/eRME0Hn20C">pic.twitter.com/eRME0Hn20C</a></p>— Babarology 56 🇵🇸 (@HaroonRaso94849) <a href="https://twitter.com/HaroonRaso94849/status/1875916118378062323?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 5, 2025</a></blockquote><h4>The Heated Moment</h4><p>As tensions mounted, Wiaan Mulder’s frustration boiled over. Spotting Babar out of the crease, Mulder threw the ball directly at him during his over. The ball hit Babar, and the usually composed batter lost his temper. He pointed to the stumps to remind Mulder of the game’s spirit and even came face to face with the bowler, delivering a verbal retort. This fiery exchange became the talking point of the day, showcasing the high-pressure environment both teams were operating in.</p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p dir="ltr" lang="zxx"><a href="https://t.co/MPbnRRAEMF">pic.twitter.com/MPbnRRAEMF</a></p>— rohitkohlirocks@123@ (@21OneTwo34) <a href="https://twitter.com/21OneTwo34/status/1875918375693811998?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 5, 2025</a></blockquote><h4>Babar Azam’s Brilliance</h4><p>Despite the heated moment, it was a day to remember for Babar Azam fans. The Pakistan skipper slammed twin fifties on the same day, marking a remarkable comeback after a lean patch of 19 innings without a half-century. With three fifties in his last three innings, Babar is rediscovering his best form, much to the delight of his supporters.</p><h4>Match Situation</h4><p>By the end of the day, Pakistan were 155/0 in their second innings, making South Africa pay for enforcing the follow-on. Babar and Masood’s partnership has given Pakistan a fighting chance, and the Proteas will need to regroup to break this stand.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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