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Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Finalists Confirmed

1Mar

By Tahreem Akram1 Comment

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Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Finalists Confirmed

Semi-final lineup for Champions Trophy 2025 is complete, with India, New Zealand, Australia, and South Africa securing their spots. Despite Pakistan's early exit, South Africa sealed final spot by dismissing England for just 179 runs. IndiaIndia dominated the tournament from start, defeating Bangladesh and Pakistan in commanding fashion. Their strong performances established them as a top contender for the trophy. In final group-stage match, they will face New Zealand in a highly anticipated clash. New ZealandUnder Mitchell Santner’s leadership, New Zealand made an impressive start to their Champions Trophy campaign. They carried their momentum from their tri-nation series triumph into the tournament. Black Caps secured victories over Pakistan and Bangladesh, proving their capabilit...

Pakistani Student Dies in Australia Due to E-Bike Battery Explosion

20Feb

By Tahreem Akram1 Comment

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Pakistani Student Dies in Australia Due to E-Bike Battery Explosion

Haider Ali, a Pakistani student working as a delivery rider for Uber and DoorDash, lost his life in a tragic accident when his e-bike battery exploded in his apartment. Incident occurred while Ali was asleep in his sharehouse, leaving little chance for him to escape. Explosion led to a massive fire, engulfing the room in flames before emergency responders could arrive. Neighbors described the terrifying scene, recalling loud blast and thick smoke pouring from the apartment. Bruce McPherson, who lives nearby, said he heard a powerful explosion before witnessing flames take over the building. “There was just a great big plume of smoke pouring out the roof. Neighbor across the street told me there was a guy standing at the front, all on fire,” he said. Friends and colleagues of Ali...

Australia Urges Its Citizen to Leave Israel After Strike On Iran

22Apr

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Australia Urges Its Citizen to Leave Israel After Strike On Iran

The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) advised its citizens to leave Israel due to concerns about safety after reports of possible strike by Israel on Iran. Australia alert its citizens after reports of a possible strike by Israel on Iran. They issues a warning on its Smartraveller account, stating that there is a high risk of military actions and terrorist attacks in Israel and the surrounding region. They cautioned that the security situation could get worse quickly. The advisory Urged people of Australia in Israel or the Occupied Palestinian Territories to depart if it is safe to do so. It also highlighted potential disruptions to travel, such as airspace closures and cancelled flights, particularly at Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion International Airport. ...

The Day Cricket Saw an Aluminum Bat By Dennis Lillee

16Apr

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The Day Cricket Saw an Aluminum Bat By Dennis Lillee

During a match in December 1979, we saw something unusual. Dennis Lillee, the fiery Australian fast bowler, sent shockwaves through the cricketing world today when he walked out to bat-wielding an aluminum bat during the second day of the first Test against England. Despite the controversy, it was a pure marketing gimmick. In 1979, during a cricket match, Dennis Lillee did something unusual. Instead of using a regular wooden bat, he walked out to bat with a bat made of aluminum! This made quite a buzz because it was different from what everyone else was using. The aluminum bat was called ComBat. Dennis Lillee wasn't known for his batting skills, but he decided to use this special bat during a Test match against England in Perth. The idea for the aluminum bat came from a friend of Li...

Australia Won 4th Time ICC Under 19 World Cup

11Feb

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Australia Won 4th Time ICC Under 19 World Cup

Australia becomes the fourth-time U-19 World Cup champion. Hugh Weibgen led Australia with a crucial 48 in the final. Shaik Rasheed's 95 for India went in vain. Disciplined bowling and sharp fielding sealed the win for Australia. It's party time down under! The young guns of Australia have done it again, clinching their fourth U-19 Cricket World Cup title with a thrilling victory over India in the final on Sunday, February 11th, 2024. This win adds another golden chapter to Australia's proud history in the tournament. They were declared the world champion from India in WTC, WC23, and now the Under-19 cricket World Cup 2024. A Tight Battle From Start to Finish The final match at Willowmoore Park in Benoni, South Africa, was a nail-biter. Australia batted first, posting a competiti...