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NEW DELHI: Several members of the Chennai Super Kings contingent have tested positive for coronavirus, local media reported Friday, dealing a blow to their preparations for the Indian Premier League starting in the United Arab Emirates next month. “A right-arm medium fast bowler, who has recently played for India, along with a few staff members have tested positive for Covid-19,” …

LONDON: Jurgen Klopp said on Thursday there is “no chance” of Liverpool signing Lionel Messi, but the German admits the unsettled Barcelona star would be a great addition to the Premier League. Messi has told Barcelona he wants to leave after growing unhappy with the club’s problems on and off the pitch. The Argentina forward has been linked with a …

LAHORE: Pakistan limited-overs captain Babar Azam vowed on Thursday his main focus is to win the Twenty20 series against second-ranked England instead of worrying about positives from the three matches at Old Trafford in Manchester. Addressing a virtual media conference on eve of the first game, the 25-year-old Babar — who has won two and lost as many T20 Internationals …

Manchester: Pakistan’s limited-overs captain Babar Azam has aimed to score a century in the upcoming T20I series against England, starting from August 28th in Manchester. While talking to reporters, the 25-year-old was disappointed on his performances in Test series but he has analyzed his mistakes and will try to rectify in the upcoming Test matches. “I always try to play …

Manchester: Eoin Morgan believes England must field their strongest Twenty20 side as often as possible if they are to triumph at next year’s T20 World Cup and replicate their 50-over global triumph. The coronavirus pandemic has led England to name separate red-ball and white-ball squads this season, with the likes of all-format stars such as Test captain Joe Root, Ben …

Karachi: England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) director of cricket Ashley Giles has lauded the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for their efforts in coming to England during the COVID-19 pandemic. Former English spinner took to twitter and gave a huge thank you to the PCB team and management. “A huge thank you to PCB team and management for their efforts …

Lahore: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) have announced the six Cricket Association squads for the 2020-21 domestic cricket season, which will start on 30 September with the National T20 Cup. The squads were finalized by the six Cricket Association coaches who took performances into consideration of the last two seasons, retained maximum players from the 2019-20 season without reshuffling the squads …

Manchester: Newly-appointed assistant bowling consultant of England men’s team, Azhar Mahmood is looking to pass on some key insights about the Pakistan team to England players. While talking to inews.co.uk, former Pakistan’s bowling coach said that he knows the Green Shirts better but now due to technology, it is easy for anyone to get the information online. “Some Pakistan fans are …

KUALA LUMPUR: Asian Cup defending champions Qatar Wednesday submitted their official bid to host the 2027 edition of the tournament, officials said, hoping to stage the competition for the third time. Four other countries have also expressed interest in hosting the tournament — India, Iran, Saudi Arabia and Uzbekistan, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) said. The successful bidder will be …

SOUTHAMPTON: Pakistan coach Misbah-ul-Haq said he hoped England would tour the country “soon” after his side travelled to Britain during the coronavirus pandemic. England have not visited Pakistan since 2005/06. An attack by armed militants on Sri Lanka’s team bus in Lahore in 2009 ended major cricket tours for a decade. But other countries have since made the trip, with …