Rana has done alright in the chances he has got ahead of the ICC event but Ponting feels the left-arm pacer Arshdeep is better suited to bowl in all phases of the 50-over game.
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi assured on Tuesday that the ICC Champions Trophy would be hosted in a manner that would bring pride and joy to the people of Pakistan.
The ICC TV will further collaborate with JioStar in an effort to engage mobile-first audiences and produce a dedicated vertical feed, optimizing the viewing experience for smartphones users.
No top team in international cricket had toured Pakistan following the terrorist attacks on the Sri Lankan team in March 2009 until the start of this decade.
Pakistan could not host international cricket for 10 years after that gruesome day, and were forced to play their home matches in the UAE.
Pace spearhead Bumrah was ruled out of the tournament due to a lower back injury, having taken the maximum load during India's five-match Test series against Australia.
Thirty-year-old Jamieson, who has played 13 ODIs, was named as a replacement after Ferguson was ruled out due to an injury to his right foot.
In their previous encounter last season, MI triumphed over GG, with Harmanpreet Kaur blasting 95 off 48 balls, leading MI to a thrilling win and securing a playoff spot.
After defeating Pakistan twice in quick succession during the recently concluded ODI tri-series in Pakistan, the Kiwis are coming into this game with a lot of confidence.
Given the conditions, bowling first is advisable, as dew may become a factor in the second innings. While spinners might find some assistance, this will only come once the ball has aged a bit.
Harmapreet Kaur's Mumbai Indians will aim to register their first points at the WPL 2025 leaderboard. The Gujarat Giants women vs Mumbai Indians women toss will occur at 7:00 PM IST.
This tournament is significant as it marks the first ICC event held in Pakistan since the country co-hosted the 1996 ODI World Cup
In the Champions Trophy, the PAK vs NZ match will begin at 2:30 PM IST. JioHotstar will live stream PAK vs NZ match during the Champions Trophy 2025.
Rizwan confirmed that Babar is comfortable with his role as an opener and will continue to open the batting in the Champions Trophy.
Beginning their campaign against New Zealand on February 19 at the National Stadium in Karachi, Pakistan will have to be at their best against the Kiwis.
The Champions Trophy 2025 matches will begin at 2:30 PM, according to Indian Standard Time (IST), 2 PM Pakistan time.
The former South African fast bowler's departure comes at a critical time as India prepares to begin their campaign in the tournament.
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed that the Indian team will comply with ICC regulations, effectively shutting down rumours that they would opt for an alternative design.
RCB bowlers, led by Renuka Singh (3/23) and Georgia Wareham (3/25), produced a disciplined performance to bowl out Delhi for 141 in 19.3 overs.
The DC vs RCB match will be telecast live on the Star Sports Network. JioHotstar will provide the live streaming of WPL 2025 matches.