<p><strong>NZ vs AFG:</strong> Tom Latham-led New Zealand will take on Hashmatullah Shahidi-led Afghanistan in the 16th match of the ICC World Cup 2023 on 18 October at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai starting at 2:00 PM IST. A hot and overcast day awaits the New Zealand vs Afghanistan contest and this post covers the detailed NZ vs AFG Weather Forecast And Pitch Report Of MA Chidambaram Stadium.</p>



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<p>The undefeated, undisputed, and consistent New Zealand have done nothing wrong on the ground in this tournament. They are making performances, team affords, and good decisions at the right times and the result is- they have won all of their 3 matches with domination.</p>



<p>Huge blow for them as Kane Willamson's undisplaced fracture in his left thumb has once again forced him to sit in the dugout. His absence means Will Young will take over his place immediately, and Tim Southee is available and healthy, but with the extra preparation time, there is minimal need to rotate the bowlers in this game.</p>



<p>Ibrahim Zadran and Rahmanullah Gurbaz's century-opening stand was the cornerstone of Afghanistan's victory the other night. The two had their third-century partnership in ODIs this year, trailing only Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma of India.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2023/10/369083-1.jpg" alt="NZ vs AFG Weather Forecast And Pitch Report Of MA Chidambaram Stadium | New Zealand vs Afghanistan ICC World Cup 2023" class="wp-image-121521" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Gurbaz and Zadran (ICC/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>



<p>Afghanistan is anticipated to deploy the same lineup that defeated England in Delhi, barring any last-minute injuries. Rahmanullah Gurbaz, who had scored the most runs for them in the competition, received a demerit point for hitting a chair and the boundary rope with his bat after being dismissed in the last match.</p>



<p>The stage is set for second-ranked New Zealand to take on 6th-ranked Afghanistan at Chennai. Down below is the NZ vs AFG Weather Forecast And Pitch Report Of MA Chidambaram Stadium:</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="nz-vs-afg-weather-forecast"><strong>NZ vs AFG Weather Forecast</strong></h2>



<p>NZ vs AFG | Match 16 of the ICC World Cup 2023 will take place on October 18 (Wednesday) at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. The play begins at 2:00 PM IST.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2023/10/NZ-vs-AFG.png" alt="NZ vs AFG Weather Forecast And Pitch Report Of MA Chidambaram Stadium | New Zealand vs Afghanistan ICC World Cup 2023" class="wp-image-121520" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">NZ vs AFG Weather Forecast Of MA Chidambaram Stadium<em>(</em><a href="https://weather.com/en-IN/weather/hourbyhour/l/304a29c4508c568c8e13bf32c284cac0458f7966d589c282a048044f9eef7d43" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">weather.com</a><em>)</em> </figcaption></figure>



<p>According to?weather.com, it is an overcast, hot, and humid day with a partially cloudy sky throughout the day in Chennai city of India. The weather forecast shows minimal possibility of rain during the game. The temperature of Chennai city will stay at 31?C for the most part of the day till the evening and drop further to 29-28?C at night.</p>



<p>There are ~2% chances of rain throughout the day. Humidity is in a higher range, hovering around 70-80%. Winds will gust toward the Northeast at the speed of ~18kmph during the day. Almost no rain interruption and we may enjoy a full 100-over game.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="nz-vs-afg-pitch-report-of-ma-chidambaram-stadium"><strong>NZ vs AFG Pitch Report Of MA Chidambaram Stadium</strong></h2>



<p>The pitch at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium has a reputation for frequently offering a level playing surface that is advantageous to both batters and bowlers. A black soil pitch might be used for the NZ vs AFG game. However, because of the dry nature of the surface, spinners often have a little edge and Afghan spinners are on top of their forms. New Zealand have batting depth but they lack in quality spinning options and that where Afghanistan have a change to go top.</p>



<p>Now, if we speak statistics, in 36 ODI matches played at the stadium, the side batting first won 17 matches, and the chasing team won 18, while one game ended in a draw. The first inning?s total is often about 240.</p>



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NZ vs AFG Weather Forecast And Pitch Report Of MA Chidambaram Stadium | New Zealand vs Afghanistan ICC World Cup 2023

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<p><strong>World Cup 2023 Points Table Updated: </strong>It is now four on four for New Zealand as they once again turn up to dismantle Afghanistan at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on October 18. The Kiwis registered a fruitful 149-run win and moved to the top of the World Cup 2023 Points Table with eight points. This article will lead you through World Cup 2023 Points Table Updated (October 19) after New Zealand vs Afghanistan, New Zealand on TOP AGAIN, Highest Run Getter, Most Wickets.</p>



<p>It turned out to be yet another memorable day in business for New Zealand, who have become a team to beat in the World Cup 2023. The Kiwis notched up 288 runs in their quota of 50 overs, batting first. Healthy contributions from Will Young (54), Rachin Ravindra (32), Tom Latham (68), Glenn Phillips (78) and Mark Chapman (25) aided the side to muster an above-par total at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. </p>



<p>In pursuit of a demanding total, the Afghanistan top order failed to provide a decent start to the team. The middle-order tried to recover from the early shocks, but the New Zealand pace attack was too hot for Afghanistan to handle last night. </p>



<p>Rahmat Shah and Azmatullah Omarzai did put in efforts to lower the margin of defeat and show some restraint, however, it was just one-way traffic for New Zealand in Chennai. </p>



<p>Mitchell Santner and Lokie Ferguson scalped three wickets each and Trent Boult got two in his bag while one apiece went in the hands of Rachin Ravindra and Matt Henry.</p>



<p>On the back of a sublime bowling effort, Afghanistan was bowled out a mere 139 runs in 34.4 overs. New Zealand registered a convincing victory by 149 runs.</p>



<p>With the win, New Zealand moved past Team India in the World Cup 2023 Points Table. The Kiwis now have eight points from four games with a healthy net run rate of +1.923.</p>



<p>Below is complete details of World Cup 2023 Points Table Updated (October 19) after New Zealand vs Afghanistan, New Zealand on TOP AGAIN, Highest Run Getter, Most Wickets.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>World Cup 2023 Points Table Updated after New Zealand vs Afghanistan</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><thead><tr><th>POS</th><th>TEAM</th><th>PLAYED</th><th>WON</th><th>LOST</th><th>N/R</th><th>TIED</th><th>NET RR</th><th>POINTS</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>1</td><td>&nbsp;New Zealand</td><td>4</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>+1.923</td><td>8</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>&nbsp;India</td><td>3</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>+1.821</td><td>6</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>&nbsp;South Africa</td><td>3</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>+1.385</td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>&nbsp;Pakistan</td><td>3</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-0.137</td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>&nbsp;England</td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-0.084</td><td>2</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td>&nbsp;Bangladesh</td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-0.699</td><td>2</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td>&nbsp;Australia</td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-0.734</td><td>2</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>&nbsp;Netherlands</td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-0.993</td><td>2</td></tr><tr><td>9</td><td>&nbsp;Afghanistan</td><td>4</td><td>1</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-1.250</td><td>2</td></tr><tr><td>10</td><td>&nbsp;Sri Lanka</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-1.532</td><td>0</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">*Updated on October 18 after New Zealand vs Afghanistan.</figcaption></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2023/10/NZ-vs-AFG.jpg" alt="World Cup 2023 Points Table Updated (October 19) after New Zealand vs Afghanistan, New Zealand on TOP AGAIN, Highest Run Getter, Most Wickets" class="wp-image-121552" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">New Zealand vs Afghanistan  | Image Associated Press</figcaption></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>World Cup 2023 Highest Run Getter</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>No</strong></td><td><strong>Player</strong></td><td><strong>Innings</strong></td><td><strong>Runs</strong></td><td><strong>Average</strong></td><td><strong>Strike Rate</strong></td><td><strong>4s</strong></td><td><strong>6s</strong></td></tr><tr><td>1</td><td>Devon Conway</td><td>4</td><td>249</td><td>83.00</td><td>104.62</td><td>30</td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Mohammad Rizwan</td><td>3</td><td>248</td><td>124.00</td><td>93.58</td><td>23</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Quinton de Kock</td><td>3</td><td>229</td><td>76.33</td><td>108.02</td><td>23</td><td>8</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>Rohit Sharma</td><td>3</td><td>217</td><td>72.33</td><td>141.83</td><td>22</td><td>11</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Rachin Ravindra</td><td>4</td><td>215</td><td>71.67</td><td>106.97</td><td>18</td><td>7</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td>Kusal Mendis</td><td>3</td><td>207</td><td>69.00</td><td>156.82</td><td>18</td><td>14</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td>Dawid Malan</td><td>3</td><td>186</td><td>62.00</td><td>109.41</td><td>22</td><td>5</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>Joe Root</td><td>3</td><td>170</td><td>56.67</td><td>99.42</td><td>14</td><td>2</td></tr><tr><td>9</td><td>Aiden Markram</td><td>3</td><td>163</td><td>54.33</td><td>161.39</td><td>21</td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td>10</td><td>Rahmanullah Gurbaz</td><td>4</td><td>159</td><td>39.75</td><td>94.64</td><td>15</td><td>7</td></tr><tr><td>11</td><td>Virat Kohli</td><td>3</td><td>156</td><td>78.00</td><td>82.11</td><td>15</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>12</td><td>Sadeera Samarawickrama</td><td>3</td><td>139</td><td>46.33</td><td>119.83</td><td>15</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>13</td><td>Daryl Mitchell</td><td>3</td><td>138</td><td>69.00</td><td>114.05</td><td>11</td><td>6</td></tr><tr><td>14</td><td>Rassie van der Dussen</td><td>3</td><td>138</td><td>46.00</td><td>93.88</td><td>15</td><td>2</td></tr><tr><td>15</td><td>Abdullah Shafique</td><td>2</td><td>133</td><td>66.50</td><td>104.72</td><td>13</td><td>3</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">*Updated on October 18 after New Zealand vs Afghanistan.</figcaption></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>World Cup 2023 Most Wickets</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>No</td><td>Player</td><td>Match</td><td>Balls</td><td>Wicket</td><td>Average</td><td>4-fers</td><td>5-fers</td></tr><tr><td>1</td><td>Mitchell Santner</td><td>4</td><td>226</td><td>11</td><td>15.09</td><td>-</td><td>1</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Matt Henry</td><td>4</td><td>201</td><td>9</td><td>18.00</td><td>-</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Jasprit Bumrah</td><td>3</td><td>162</td><td>8</td><td>11.62</td><td>1</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>Kagiso Rabada</td><td>3</td><td>149</td><td>7</td><td>19.86</td><td>-</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Hasan Ali</td><td>3</td><td>138</td><td>7</td><td>19.71</td><td>1</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td>Bas de Leede</td><td>3</td><td>162</td><td>7</td><td>23.14</td><td>1</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td>Dilshan Madushanka</td><td>3</td><td>170</td><td>7</td><td>26.29</td><td>-</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>Lockie Ferguson</td><td>3</td><td>150</td><td>6</td><td>16.67</td><td>-</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>9</td><td>Rashid Khan</td><td>4</td><td>219</td><td>6</td><td>30.83</td><td>-</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>10</td><td>Marco Jansen</td><td>3</td><td>150</td><td>6</td><td>28.83</td><td>-</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>11</td><td>Ravindra Jadeja</td><td>3</td><td>167</td><td>5</td><td>20.80</td><td>-</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>12</td><td>Kuldeep Yadav</td><td>3</td><td>180</td><td>5</td><td>23.40</td><td>-</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>13</td><td>Trent Boult</td><td>4</td><td>210</td><td>5</td><td>29.00</td><td>-</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>14</td><td>Keshav Maharaj</td><td>3</td><td>174</td><td>5</td><td>26.00</td><td>-</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>15</td><td>Mitchell Starc</td><td>3</td><td>162</td><td>5</td><td>25.40</td><td>-</td><td>-</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">*Updated on October 18 after New Zealand vs Afghanistan.</figcaption></figure>



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World Cup 2023 Points Table Updated (October 19) after New Zealand vs Afghanistan, New Zealand on TOP AGAIN, Highest Run Getter, Most Wickets

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<p><strong>ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Points Table: </strong>What a win this has been! Afghanistan have produced another setback in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 as they demolished New Zealand by a massive 84 runs in Match number 14 (Group C). Now with two wins on the bounce, Afghanistan keeps seated atop the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Points Table, the details of which are provided later in the article.</p>



<div class="wp-block-rank-math-toc-block" id="rank-math-toc"><h2><strong>Table of Contents</strong></h2><nav><div><div class=""><a href="#afghanistan-vs-new-zealand-match-summary">Afghanistan vs New Zealand Match Summary</a></div><div class=""><a href="#sri-lanka-vs-bangladesh-match-summary">Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh Match Summary</a></div><div class=""><a href="#icc-t-20-world-cup-2024-points-table">ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Points Table</a><div><div class=""><a href="#group-a-points-table">Group A Points Table</a></div><div class=""><a href="#group-b-points-table">Group B Points Table</a></div></div></div><div class=""><a href="#group-c-points-table">Group C Points Table</a></div><div class=""><a href="#group-d-points-table">Group D Points Table</a></div></div></nav></div>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2024/06/NZ-vs-AFG-1024x683.jpg" alt="ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Points Table Updated on 8 June; Afghanistan DEFEATED New Zealand by 84 Runs | New Zealand vs Afghanistan" class="wp-image-135053" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Afghanistan produced an upset as they defeated New Zealand by 84 runs. | Image: ICC/Getty Image</figcaption></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="afghanistan-vs-new-zealand-match-summary"><strong>Afghanistan vs New Zealand Match Summary</strong></h2>



<p>Batting first, Afghanistan rode on the back of a solid partnership between their openers - Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran, which led them to a 159-run total in 20 overs. Gurbaz played a fantastic knock of 80 runs in 56 deliveries, including five fours and as many sixes. Ibrahim Zadran, on the other hand, played second fiddle to Gurbaz and scored 44 runs in 41 deliveries.</p>



<p>Azmatullah, one down, played a 22-run knock following which Afghanistan couldn't hold its nerves and lost wickets on clusters. Kiwi pacers Lockie Ferguson and Trent Boult rattled the Afghan middle order to prevent any further damage on the tricky surface at the Providence Stadium in Guyana. </p>



<p>It was going to be a not-so-easy kind of chase for the Kiwis, with 160 runs on the board. Further, the chase was made difficult by the New Zealand batters, who just looked to heave from ball one.</p>



<p>The demolition began with Fazalhaq Farooqi dismissing Finn Allen, who went for an awkward slog in the first ball of the innings. He then went on to pick Devon Conway and Daryl Mitchell inside the powerplay.</p>



<p>Afghanistan were off to a brilliant start and they were just required to continue exerting pressure and the duo of Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi did exactly what was required of them. The two accounted for the wickets of Kane Williamson, Glenn Phillips and Michael Bracewell in 10 overs of the play.</p>



<p>With already seven wickets down, New Zealand were at the score of 53 runs and a defeat was on the cards for them. To make it even harsher, Nabi and Rashid went on to pick the remaining three wickets in just a matter of the next 5 overs and restricted New Zealand to a meagre 75-run score in the loss of 10 wickets.</p>



<p>Afghanistan produced an upset, which will haunt the Kane Williamson-led New Zealand for a long time as they suffered a defeat by 84 runs.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="sri-lanka-vs-bangladesh-match-summary"><strong>Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh Match Summary</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2024/06/Bangladesh-vs-Sri-Lanka-1024x678.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-135060" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Bangladesh defeated Sri Lanka by 2 wickets. | Image: ICC/Getty Image</figcaption></figure>



<p>Another fixture has turned out to be a low-scoring affair in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024. This time between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas. Batting first, Sri Lanka scored 124 runs in 20 overs. Opener Prathum Nissanka played a fine knock of 47 runs in 28 deliveries which included seven fours and a six. </p>



<p>Sri Lanka got a few handy knocks as well in between the innings - Dhananjaya de Silva scored 21 runs off 26 deliveries, and Asalanka and Angelo Mathews scored 19 and 16 runs respectively, which propelled Sri Lanka to a score of 124 runs.</p>



<p>It was a low total, but Sri Lanka made Bangladesh toil hard for that easy win as well. The Lankans got off to a good start as they removed both the Bangladeshi openers in just 6 runs. They further picked up Bangladesh skipper Najmul Shanto for seven runs. Bangladesh were three down at 28 runs in 5.2 overs.</p>



<p>To rescue the team, Litton Das and Towhid Hridoy paired and stitched a match-defining 63-run partnership. The two batters took Bangladesh's score to 91 runs, but again this was not the end of the innings.</p>



<p>The fixture saw a twist as Sri Lanka removed both the set batters. Further to push pressure, they scalped the wickets of Shakib al Hasan and the other batters. However, Mahmudullah kept his nerves until the end to take his side over the rope bu 2 wickets in a low-scoring thriller.</p>



<p>Let's take a look at the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Points Table Updated on 8 June after NZ vs AFG &amp; SL vs BAN fixtures - T20 World Cup 2024:</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2024/06/Afghanistan-1024x683.jpg" alt="ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Points Table Updated on 8 June; Afghanistan DEFEATED New Zealand by 84 Runs | New Zealand vs Afghanistan" class="wp-image-135054" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Afghanistan restricted New Zealand to a total of 75 runs | Image: ICC/Getty Image</figcaption></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="icc-t-20-world-cup-2024-points-table"><strong>ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Points Table</strong></h2>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="group-a-points-table"><strong>Group A Points Table</strong></h4>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><thead><tr><th>POS</th><th>TEAMS</th><th>P</th><th>W</th><th>L</th><th>D</th><th>PTS</th><th>NRR</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>1</td><td>United States of America</td><td>2</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>0.626</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>India</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>3.065</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Canada</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>-0.274</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>Pakistan</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0.000</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Ireland</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-1.712</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Points Table</em><br></figcaption></figure>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="group-b-points-table"><strong>Group B Points Table</strong></h4>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><thead><tr><th>POS</th><th>TEAMS</th><th>P</th><th>W</th><th>L</th><th>D</th><th>PTS</th><th>NRR</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>1</td><td>Scotland</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>3</td><td>0.736</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Australia</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>1.950</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Namibia</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>-0.309</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>England</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>0.000</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Oman</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-0.975</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Points Table</em><br></figcaption></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="group-c-points-table"><strong><strong>Group C Points Table</strong></strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><thead><tr><th>POS</th><th>TEAMS</th><th>P</th><th>W</th><th>L</th><th>D</th><th>PTS</th><th>NRR</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>1</td><td>Afghanistan</td><td>2</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>5.225</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>West Indies</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0.411</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Uganda</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>-2.952</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>Papua New Guinea</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-0.434</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>New Zealand</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-4.200</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>ICC <a href="https://icc-cricket.com">T20 World Cup</a> 2024 Points Table</em><br></figcaption></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="group-d-points-table"><strong>Group D Points Table</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><thead><tr><th>POS</th><th>TEAMS</th><th>P</th><th>W</th><th>L</th><th>D</th><th>PTS</th><th>NRR</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>1</td><td>South Africa</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>1.048</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Netherlands</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0.539</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Bangladesh</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0.379</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>Nepal</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-0.539</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Sri Lanka</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-0.777</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Points Table</em><br></figcaption></figure>



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ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Points Table Updated on 8 June after NZ vs AFG &amp; SL vs BAN; Afghanistan DEFEATED New Zealand by 84 Runs | New Zealand vs Afghanistan | Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh

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<p><strong>AFG vs NZ</strong>: New Zealand maestro and star batter Kane Williamson has been lauded with praise from present Kiwi skipper Tim Southee. Williamson has even been seen as the captain of the national side as well as the IPL franchise Sunrisers Hyderabad, whom he led to an IPL final. <br> <br>Kane Williamson is considered one of New Zealand?s most successful captains, as he became the first-ever captain for the Kiwis who broke the jinx of New Zealand?s semi-final exit and took them to the final of the World Cup 2019 after 2015, where they faced England. <br> <br>Though New Zealand?s loss was considered both unfortunate and controversial, this was their best-ever performance in an ICC event. The next success for New Zealand came in the 2021 T20 World Cup, where they emerged as finalists again, this time around Australia defeated them to win the first-ever T20 World Cup final. </p>



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<p><br>Williamson has been their long-standing best performer across all three formats, though it has been injuries that have ruled him out of cricket several times. However, despite his hampered form due to injuries, Willaimson emerged as the highest run- scorer for New Zealand in the longest format of the game, as he surpassed Ross Taylor and Stephen Fleming by a huge margin. </p>



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<p><br>Kane Williamson has scored 2267 runs in his last 20 Test match innings, as he averages 70.84 in the games with 11 Test hundreds. This form is undeniable of Williamson?s immense presence in the game, as he is just 72 runs behind emerging as New Zealand?s all-time highest run scorer across all three formats combined. </p>



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<p><br>With the Afghanistan match scheduled to start today, though it has been delayed due to rain, Williamson has the chance to go past Kiwi legend Ross Taylor in the list of the nation's highest-ever run-getter, with all formats combined.<br></p>

AFG vs NZ: Williamson, who needs only 72 runs to be New Zealand's highest-ever run-getter, has been the best among Fab4 for Kiwi red ball skipper Tim Southee

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<p dir="ltr"><span>The India and Pakistan rivalry has been a great contest on the cricket field, as well as the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, marked by intense competition between the neighbouring nations and passionate fan engagement. It has often been seen that ever since the two teams have stopped playing bilaterals against eachother, these two are featured in every ICC tournament, which draw millions of spectators.  </span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>The rivalry only intensifies, every time the two nations play against eachother, be it the Cricket World Cup or the ICC Champions Trophy. Such has been India’s domination in the ICC events, that they claimed successive wins in both the One-Day as well as the T20 World Cup. However, the Champions Trophy results have been contrasting with Pakistan’s infamous victory in the CT 2017 final against India, as well as their memorable 10-wickets win against India in the T20 World Cup of 2021.    </span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>Clearly, the India vs Pakistan games are celebration of cricket to its peak, where every ball, every run, and every wicket carries the weightage of national pride.</span></p>
<h2 dir="ltr"><span>Here’s the strongest combined playing XI from the current squads of India and Pakistan for ICC Champions Trophy 2025:</span></h2>
<h3 dir="ltr"><span>1: Rohit Sharma (C)</span></h3>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Rohit Sharma - The Indian skipper at the top (Image Credit: X)</span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>Indian captain and opener Rohit Sharma will be a part of the India-Pakistan combine playing XI. The right-handed batter has exceptional records and stats in ICC tournaments for the Indian Cricket Team.</span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>As of now, Rohit Sharma has scored a total of 10,866 runs with an average of 49.16, including 31 centuries and 57 fifties in ODIs. Sharma has this ability to score quick runs and introduce the x-factor of the game for his side. </span></p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><span>2: Babar Azam</span></h3>
<p dir="ltr"><span>Former Pakistan captain and top-order batter Babar Azam would also be a part of the combined ODI playing XI. Though he has been scorched off form recently and has faced sheer criticism, however, the players great antics cannot be overlooked owing to his sudden dip in form. </span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>As of now, Babar Azam has managed to score 5,957 runs with an average of 56,73, including 19 centuries and 34 fifties.</span></p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><span>3: Virat Kohli</span></h3>
<p dir="ltr"><span>One of the greatest players when it comes to limited overs cricket, Virat Kohli is considered the greatest in the format, while his fearless approach often frightens any bowling attack in the world. </span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>As of now, Virat Kohli is nearing the great landmark of 14000 ODI runs in international cricket, as he for now has a total of 13,906 runs to his name with an average of 58.18, including 50 centuries and 72 fifties.</span></p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><span>4: Shreyas Iyer</span></h3>
<p dir="ltr"><span>Indian middle-order batter <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shreyas_Iyer"><strong>Shreyas Iyer </strong></a>has been a consistent player for the men in blue in the ODI format for a long time. Iyer has been a crucial asset to the India middle-order while delivering match-winning performances in the CWC 2023 as well as the Asia Cup. This is the reason he finds himself in place of Indian star wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant.  </span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>As of now, Shreyas Iyer has put on a total of 2,421 runs with an average of 47.47, including 5 centuries and 18 fifties.</span></p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><span>5: Mohammad Rizwan</span></h3>
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<p><span>New Pakistan skipper - Mohammad Rizwan (Image Credit: X)</span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>Pakistan wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan fins his name in this combined playing XI for India and Pakistan. The currently named skipper of the Pakistan limited-overs side, has produced results after his immediate effect.  </span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>As of now, Mohammad Rizwan has scored a total of 2,352 runs with an average of 41.26, including 3 centuries and 15 fifties, however, he is one of the most standout players for Pakistan in the middle-order. </span></p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><span>6: Hardik Pandya</span></h3>
<p dir="ltr"><span>Indian all-rounder <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardik_Pandya"><strong>Hardik Pandya</strong></a> has been the asset for the Indian side, winning matches on several occasions. Pandya has been a responsible batsman down the order with an exemplary record against Pakistan. He on several occasions has won matches for India single-handedly, be it with the bat or with the ball. </span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>As of now, Hardik Pandya has scored 1769 runs and has taken 84 wickets for the Indian side in the 50-over format.</span></p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><span>7: Shadab Khan</span></h3>
<p dir="ltr"><span>Shadab Khan, the Leg-spin bowling all-rounder has been a crucial player for the Pakistan cricket team in recent times.Though Shadab Khan has not featured much for Pakistan in recent times, his services have been relished by the nation when it comes to limited-overs cricket. </span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>As of now, Shadab Khan has 855 runs and 85 wickets for the Pakistan side to his name.</span></p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><span>8: Kuldeep Yadav</span></h3>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Kuldeep Yadav: The wizard for India in the sub-continent (Image Credit: X)</span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>Kuldeep Yadav, the left-arm Chinaman bowler, has had an immense impact on India’s performances under sub-continent conditions. He is known for his standout services in the ODI format and hence features as the only main spin bowling option in the 11.</span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>As of now, Kuldeep Yadav has taken 172 wickets for the Indian side with an economy of just 4.99.</span></p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><span>9: Shaheen Shah Afridi</span></h3>
<p dir="ltr"><span>Shaheen Shah Afridi has seemingly restored his form after his work stress was reduced, as the pacer has this supreme ability to swing the new ball on both sides. For Pakistan, Shaheen has been a proven matchwinner in several high-profile games in ICC tournaments.</span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>As of now, Shaheen Shah Afridi has picked 119 wickets for the Pakistan Cricket Team with an economy of 5.49.</span></p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><span>10: Jasprit Bumrah</span></h3>
<p dir="ltr"><span>India’s most deadliest fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is one of the most feared bowlers in the world currently. Bumrah is an exceptional pacer in all phases of the game, and he can deliver the maximum impact with the new ball as well as in the death overs. Bumrah has not played many ODIs owing to his frequent injuries and still remains doubtful for the Champions Trophy 2025. </span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>As of now, Jasprit Bumrah has taken a total of 149 wickets with an economy of 4.59 for the Indian side.</span></p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><span>11: Mohammed Shami</span><span></span></h3>
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<p dir="ltr"><span>Mohammed Shami's return to the Indian side for the Champions Trophy (Image Credit: X) </span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>Mohammed Shami, the most experienced right-arm fast bowler for India, is set to feature in the upcoming Champions Trophy, as he has never featured for the Indian team ever since the last Cricket World Cup in 2023, where he was the highest wicket-taker of the tournament. </span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>As of now, Mohammed Shami has clinched a total of 195 wickets for the men in blue with an economy of 5.55.</span></p>
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India and Pakistan's combined strongest probable 11 picked from their squads for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Sighting India vs Pakistan rivalries over ICC events, here is a combined playing 11 from the current squad of both the teams for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

Picking India-Pakistan’s strongest combined Playing XI from current squads for ICC Champions Trophy 2025

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<p><strong>Delhi Capitals IPL 2025: </strong>The Delhi Capitals (DC) find themselves in a fascinating position ahead of the IPL 2025 season. The team is primed for success with a revamped squad and a renewed focus. However, one crucial question looms large: who should lead the team? The experienced KL Rahul, or the dependable all-rounder Axar Patel? Let’s break down the dynamics and possibilities that each captaincy option offers.</p>
<h2><strong>KL Rahul: The Veteran Leader</strong></h2>
<p>KL Rahul comes to Delhi with a rich IPL pedigree. Over the years, he has proven himself as a prolific run-scorer, amassing over 4,600 runs at a phenomenal average of 45-plus. His experience as captain of the Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants has shown his ability to guide a team to playoff stages, which he achieved twice with LSG. Rahul’s batting consistency and calm demeanor make him an attractive choice to lead DC.</p>
<p>However, Rahul’s captaincy style has been criticized for being conservative, particularly regarding his strike rate and decision-making in crunch moments. This could be a concern for a team like the Delhi Capitals, which boasts explosive batting talent and needs a captain capable of effectively utilizing this firepower.</p>
<h2><strong>Axar Patel: The Fresh Perspective</strong></h2>
<p>On the other hand, Axar Patel represents a new-age leader with a wealth of experience in high-pressure situations. Axar has been DC's vice-captain and even stepped in as captain for a game in IPL 2024. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball makes him a key player, and his recent appointment as India’s T20 vice-captain adds to his leadership credentials.</p>
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<p>Axar’s performances last season were nothing short of stellar, with 235 runs at a healthy strike rate and 11 wickets at an economy of 7.66. His all-around prowess, coupled with his understanding of the DC squad, makes him a strong contender for the captaincy.</p>
<p>Choosing between Rahul and Axar is essentially a choice between two distinct leadership styles. Rahul brings stability and experience, having captained for multiple IPL seasons. His presence can calm nerves during tense moments, which is invaluable for a team aiming for the playoffs. Axar, however, offers a dynamic and aggressive approach, potentially aligning better with DC’s young and energetic squad.</p>
<h2><strong>Delhi Capitals, the Squad</strong></h2>
<p>Delhi’s 2025 squad is packed with talent across the board. In the batting department, players like Harry Brook, Tristan Stubbs, and Jake Fraser-McGurk add explosive options, while KL Rahul himself remains a cornerstone at number three. The pace unit, led by Mitchell Starc and supported by T Natarajan and Mukesh Kumar, is formidable. However, the reliance on Axar and Kuldeep Yadav in the spin department highlights a potential area of concern.</p>
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<p>Delhi Capitals Squad: Harry Brook, Jake Fraser-McGurk, KL Rahul, Mitchell Starc, T Natarajan, Ashutosh Sharma, Mohit Sharma, Sameer Rizvi, Karun Nair, Faf du Plessis, Mukesh Kumar, Darshan Nalkande, Dushmantha Chameera, Vipraj Nigam, Ajay Mandal, Manwanth Kumar, Trupurana Vijay, Madhav Tiwari. DC retentions: Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Tristan Stubbs, Abishek Porel.</p>
<h2><strong>The Strategic Impact of Captaincy</strong></h2>
<p>Under Rahul, DC might adopt a more methodical approach, relying on his ability to anchor innings and guide young players like Abishek Porel and Fraser-McGurk. Axar’s leadership could inject a more fearless and intuitive style, encouraging aggressive cricket and leveraging DC’s bench strength, including veterans like Faf du Plessis.</p>
<p>One key consideration is how the captaincy might affect their individual performances. While Rahul’s form as an opener has been a consistent asset, Axar’s ability to contribute with both bat and ball is crucial to DC’s balance. Assigning the captaincy to Axar could be a gamble, but it might pay off if it inspires the team to rally around a fresh vision.</p>
<p>Ultimately, the choice of captain will reflect DC’s strategic priorities. If the franchise prioritizes experience and a steady hand, KL Rahul is the natural choice. However, if they aim for a bold and innovative approach, Axar Patel might be the leader to take them to new heights.</p>
<p><strong>Either way, the Delhi Capitals possess the ingredients for a successful campaign, and the captaincy debate only adds to the intrigue surrounding their 2025 IPL journey. They are one of the strong contenders for the trophy this year.</strong></p>
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KL Rahul or Axar Patel, who could be the Next Leader of Capitals?

Delhi Capitals faces a tough captaincy choice for IPL 2025: experienced KL Rahul or dynamic Axar Patel. Both offer distinct leadership styles, which will shape DC's approach with their star-studded squad and bold ambitions.

Delhi Capitals must choose between KL Rahul’s steady leadership or Axar Patel’s dynamic approach to maximize their IPL 2025 potential.

Can Delhi Capitals win IPL 2025? KL Rahul or Axar Patel, who could be the Next Leader of Capitals?

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<p><span>India Cricket Team players are back to the domestic circuit after the BCCI took serious steps, forcing all the players to play for their state. This comes after the indiscipline was reported from the Indian camp during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25.</span><span><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></p>
<p><span>Following the guidelines by the BCCI, big Indian players Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill, KL Rahul and others are all set to take the field for their respective state teams in the upcoming two rounds of the ongoing Ranji Trophy 2024-25.</span><span><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></p>
<p><span>Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja and Shubman Gill will be back in action during the second round of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25, which will begin on 23rd January. Virat Kohli and KL Rahul will be playing for Delhi and Bengaluru, respectively, in the third round of the tournament, which will begin on 30th January.</span><span><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span></span></p>
<p><span>With big stars all set to play in Ranji Trophy 2024-25, let's take a look at when Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant played in the domestic cricket last:</span><span><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></p>
<h2><span>When did Virat Kohli last play in the Ranji Trophy?</span><span><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></h2>
<p><span>Virat Kohli's last appearance in the Ranji Trophy came in November 2012 for Delhi against Uttar Pradesh in Ghaziabad. The batter didn't have a great outing with the bat as he scored 14 &amp; 43 in two innings of a match. This didn't help Delhi's cause as they went on to lose the game by by six wickets.</span><span><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span></span></p>
<h2><span>When did RIshabh Pant last play in the Ranji Trophy?</span><span><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></h2>
<p><span>Rishabh Pant, who will be playing for Delhi in the upcoming match, last played for Delhi in the 2017/18 season's final. He was a leader of the team in that game and had a decent outing with the bat. He scored 21 &amp; 32 in that game, but that wasn't enough as Delhi went on to lose the game by nine wickets.</span><span><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></p>
<h2><span>When did Rohit Sharma last play in the Ranji Trophy?</span><span><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></h2>
<p><span>Rohit Sharma featured last time in the Ranji Trophy for Mumbai against Uttar Pradesh in November 2015. He played a magnificent innings for his team as he slammed a magnificent 113-run knock at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. His innings helped the team draw the game.</span><span><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></p>
<h2><span>When did Shubman Gill last play in the Ranji Trophy?</span><span><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></h2>
<p><span>Shubman Gill has been a regular feature in the Ranji Trophy. He last played for Punjab in the quarterfinals against Madhya Pradesh in 2022. The batter didn't have a great outing with the bat as he managed scores of 9 &amp; 19 as MP beat Punjab by 10 wickets. He will be seen in action on 23rd January at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.</span></p>
<p><span>Also Read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/what-s-going-on-with-india-s-pace-sensation-mayank-yadav-constantly-getting-in-out-of-the-team/#google_vignette">What's going on with India's pace sensation Mayank Yadav? Constantly getting in &amp; out of the team</a></span></p>

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Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja and Shubman Gill will be back in action during the second round of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25

Virat Kohli's last appearance in the Ranji Trophy came in November 2012 for Delhi against Uttar Pradesh in Ghaziabad

From Virat Kohli to Shubman Gill: Check when big Indian players played the last domestic match

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<p>IND vs ENG 1st Dream11 Prediction: The wait is over, and Indian fans will be able to see their team in action. Team India will lock horns with Englandi n the first of five T20Is. The clash will begin at 7 PM IST on January 22 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Both teams are equipped with world-class players that will spice up the challenge.</p>
<p>The fight will be between the top order on both sides. Suryakumar Yadav will have the responsibility to get the best out of Indian players. They are coming off a series win over South Africa and looked great. England will also try hard to get the winning momentum and prepare for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025.</p>
<p><strong>IND vs ENG 1st T20I Details</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Series</strong>: England tour of India 2025</li>
<li><strong>Match</strong>: India vs England, 1st T20I</li>
<li><strong>Date</strong>: January 22 (Wednesday)</li>
<li><strong>Venue</strong>: Eden Gardens, Kolkata</li>
<li><strong>Timing</strong>: 7 PM IST</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>IND vs ENG 1st T20I Pitch Report</strong></p>
<p>The surface at Eden Gardens is great for the batting side. It is a flat deck where one can chase down totals. The highest IPL chase was recorded at this venue in 2024. There will be some help for the slow bowlers as well, but shorter boundaries will be very hard to avoid if you are a bowling team.</p>
<p><strong>IND vs ENG: Weather Report</strong></p>
<p>The weather forecast predicts clear weather with some clouds on Wednesday evening with a 24° C temperature and a 12 km/h average wind speed.</p>
<p><strong>IND vs ENG Head-to-Head T20I</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Total Matches</strong>: 24</li>
<li><strong>India</strong>: 13</li>
<li><strong>England</strong>: 11</li>
<li><strong>No Result</strong>: 0</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>IND vs ENG 1st T20I Live Streaming Details</strong></p>
<p>Star Sports will broadcast the first T20I between India and England live on TV. Fans can also watch the first game live online on the Disney plus Hotstar app or website.</p>
<p><strong>IND vs ENG Possible XIs</strong> </p>
<p><strong>India</strong>: Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakravarty, Arshdeep Singh </p>
<p><strong>England</strong>: Philip Salt (wk), Ben Duckett, Jos Buttler (c), Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid</p>
<p><strong>IND vs ENG: Dream11 Team</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Wicket</strong>-<strong>keepers</strong>: Phil Salt (Vice Captain), Sanju Samson, Jos Buttler</li>
<li><strong>Batters</strong>: Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Ben Duckett</li>
<li><strong>All-rounders</strong>: Liam Livingstone, Hardik Pandya (Captain), Jamie Overton</li>
<li><strong>Bowlers</strong>: Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarty</li>
</ul>
<p>**These predictions are made by our writers, which can go wrong. We ask you to compare the teams and pick the best set of players to do well.</p>
<p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/3-player-battles-to-watch-out-for-in-the-first-ind-vs-eng-t20-at-the-eden-gardens/">3 Player Battles to Watch out for in the first IND vs ENG T20 at the Eden Gardens</a></p>

The first IND vs ENG T20I Dream11 Prediction gives you all the updates stats and tips.

The first IND vs ENG T20I will be held at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Thursday at 7 PM IST.

IND vs ENG 1st T20I Dream11 Prediction, Grand League Team, Probable XI, Dream11 Team, Pitch Preview & More

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<p>The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will kick off on February 19, with 15 exciting ODIs spread across three weeks. The tournament will feature eight top teams, divided into two groups: Group A and Group B. Each group will play a round-robin format, where every team faces the other teams in their group. The top two teams from each group will then progress to the semi-finals.</p>
<p>Matches will be played in Pakistan and the UAE. Dubai hosting some of the biggest fixtures, including the highly anticipated Pakistan vs India match on February 23. The tournament will culminate with two semi-finals on March 4 and March 5, followed by the grand final on March 9. </p>
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<h2>Dowload the ICC Champions trophy 2025 Schedule PDF</h2>
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<p><strong>ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Matches</strong></p>
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<th>Date</th>
<th>Match Details</th>
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<td>Feb 19, Wed</td>
<td>Pakistan vs New Zealand, 1st Match, Group A</td>
</tr>
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<td>Feb 20, Thu</td>
<td>Bangladesh vs India, 2nd Match, Group A</td>
</tr>
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<td>Feb 21, Fri</td>
<td>Afghanistan vs South Africa, 3rd Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 22, Sat</td>
<td>Australia vs England, 4th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 23, Sun</td>
<td>Pakistan vs India, 5th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 24, Mon</td>
<td>Bangladesh vs New Zealand, 6th Match, Group A</td>
</tr>
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<td>Feb 25, Tue</td>
<td>Australia vs South Africa, 7th Match, Group B</td>
</tr>
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<td>Feb 26, Wed</td>
<td>Afghanistan vs England, 8th Match, Group B</td>
</tr>
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<td>Feb 27, Thu</td>
<td>Pakistan vs Bangladesh, 9th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 28, Fri</td>
<td>Afghanistan vs Australia, 10th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Mar 01, Sat</td>
<td>South Africa vs England, 11th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Mar 02, Sun</td>
<td>New Zealand vs India, 12th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Mar 04, Tue</td>
<td>1st Semi-Final (A1 v B2)</td>
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<td>Mar 05, Wed</td>
<td>2nd Semi-Final (B1 v A2)</td>
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<td>Mar 09, Sun</td>
<td>Final</td>
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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 schedule PDF download. Download PDF with group-stage matches, semi-finals, and the grand final. Get all the details for the February 19 - March 9 tournament!