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India Today
3 days ago
- Sport
- India Today
Who is Haider Ali? Once Pakistan's U19 World Cup star amid criminal investigation
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has temporarily suspended 24-year-old cricketer Haider Ali during a criminal investigation in England. Greater Manchester Police are investigating an allegation made on July 23 in Manchester during the Pakistan Shaheens' tour of England. Haider was arrested on August 3 while playing a match, then released on bail. His passport has been PCB suspended him immediately and is giving him legal help while following UK legal rules. The Pakistan board said further action will be decided after the investigation ends and the facts are PCB has been made aware of a criminal investigation currently being conducted by the Greater Manchester Police involving cricketer Haider Ali. The investigation pertains to an incident that reportedly occurred during the Pakistan Shaheens' recent tour of England,' the PCB statement Ali's career in brief Born in October 2000 in Attock, Haider Ali is a right-handed batter regarded as one of Pakistan's promising white-ball prospects. He made his T20I debut against England in Manchester in 2020, followed by his ODI debut in November that year against 35 T20Is, Haider has scored 505 runs, including three half-centuries, at an average of 17.41 and a strike rate of 124.69. His ODI experience spans just two matches, in which he scored 42 runs at an average of was the vice-captain of Pakistan in the 2020 ICC U19 World Cup in South Africa, finishing as the team's third-highest run-getter with 107 runs from five matches at an average of 26.75, including a top score of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), he has represented Peshawar Zalmi, Karachi Kings, and Islamabad United. Across 49 PSL matches, he has scored 846 runs at 21.69 with four half-centuries. He was also part of Pakistan's squad for the 2022 T20 World Cup in Australia, playing two matches and scoring two runs.- EndsMust Watch
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Sport
- Indian Express
Australia name two Indian-origin boys in U19 men's squad for series against India U19
Two boys with Indian roots, Aryan Sharma and Yash Deshmukh, will be in the Australia U19 squad for the upcoming series against India from 21 September to 10 October. The series between India U19 and Australia U19 teams will feature three 50-over matches and two four-day matches in Brisbane and Mackay. While Aryan Sharma hails from the state of Victoria, Yash Deshmukh is from New South Wales. This series is part of Cricket Australia's long-term player development strategy, offering young players the chance to gain international experience in white-ball and red-ball formats. It forms part of the preparation for a two-year-long ICC U19 World Cup cycle, with the tournament scheduled for January 2026 in Zimbabwe and Namibia. The cycle has so far included a camp at the National Cricket Centre in Brisbane, AUS U19 tour to India, and a specialised spin/batting training camp in India. The matches mark the first appointment for former Australian coach Tim Nielsen as head coach of the national U19 squad, bringing a wealth of experience at international level, which will be invaluable in guiding Australia's next generation of cricketers. The National Under-19 male championships will be held in December, after which the final squad for the ICC U19 Men's World Cup 2026 will be selected. Cricket Australia said that the Australia U19 squad was chosen by the youth selection panel in collaboration with state talent managers. Following the series, players will return to their states and territories to continue preparations for the upcoming season. Simon Budge (WA/Melville CC) Alex Turner (VIC/Prahran CC) Steve Hogan (QLD/Sandgate-Redcliffe District CC) Will Malajczuk (WA/Subiaco Floreat CC) Yash Deshmukh (NSW/Fairfield Liverpool CC) Tom Hogan (ACT/Ginninderra CC) Aryan Sharma (VIC/Carlton CC) John James (NSW/Northern Districts CC) Hayden Schiller (SA/Northern Districts CC) Charles Lachmund (QLD/Western Districts CC) Ben Gordon (QLD/Sunshine Coast Scorchers) Will Byrom (NSW/Northern Districts CC) Kasey Barton (NSW/Sutherland CC) Alex Lee Young (NSW/Mosman CC) Jayden Draper (QLD/Valley District Cricket Club) September 21: 1st 50-over match, Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane, 2:30pm AEST (D/N) September 24: 2nd 50-over match I, Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane, 2:30pm AEST (D/N) September 26: 3rd 50-over match, Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane, 2:30pm AEST (D/N) September 30-October 3: 1st Four-day match, Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane, 10am AEST October 7-10: 2nd Four-day match, Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay, 11am AEDT
Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Australia U19 squad vs India U19: India-origin Aryan Sharma, Yash Deshmukh named in 15-member lineup
Victoria's Aryan Sharma has been named in Australia U19's squad vs India U19. (Photo: Special Arrangeemnt) Cricket Australia has announced a 15-player squad for the upcoming men's U19 series against India, featuring three 50-over matches and two four-day matches in Brisbane and Mackay from September 21 to October 10. Two Indian-origin cricketers, Aryan Sharma from Victoria and Yash Deshmukh from NSW, have been included in the squad selected by the youth selection panel in collaboration with state talent managers. The series is part of Cricket Australia's long-term player development strategy, providing young players with international experience in both white-ball and red-ball formats. It contributes to the preparation for the ICC U19 World Cup scheduled for January 2026 in Zimbabwe and Namibia. The development cycle has included a camp at the National Cricket Centre in Brisbane, an Australia U19 tour to India, and a specialised spin/batting training camp in India. Former Australian coach Tim Nielsen has been appointed as the head coach of the national U19 squad, bringing his international experience to guide Australia's next generation of cricketers. The National Under-19 male championships will be held in December, after which the final squad for the ICC U19 Men's World Cup 2026 will be selected. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Learn 57+ Languages Easily with AI [Join] Talkpal AI Sign Up Undo "We're excited to continue our preparation for the ongoing ICC U19 World Cup cycle, with an exciting squad of emerging players. This series against India provides a valuable opportunity for our young players to experience international cricket in white-ball and red-ball formats and to test themselves against a high-quality opponent. The multi-format tour is designed to challenge players to adapt and grow, while also giving selectors and coaches meaningful insights ahead of the National U19 Championships in December," said Sonya Thompson, Cricket Australia Head of National Development. "We're also thrilled to welcome Tim Nielsen as Head Coach of the National U19 squad. His extensive international experience and leadership will be instrumental in guiding and inspiring Australia's next generation of cricketers. Strengthening our pathway programs remains a key priority for Australian Cricket, and we're committed to creating more opportunities for our most promising players to develop at domestic and international levels," Thompson added. Australia Under 19 Squad: Simon Budge, Alex Turner, Steve Hogan, Will Malajczuk, Yash Deshmukh, Tom Hogan, Aryan Sharma, John James, Hayden Schiller, Charles Lachmund, Ben Gordon, Will Byrom, Kasey Barton, Alex Lee Young, and Jayden Draper. Australia U19 reserves: Zed Hollick from WA/Scarborough CC, Tom Paddington from VIC/St Kilda CC, and Julian Osborne from NSW/Manly Warringah CC. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
News18
3 days ago
- Sport
- News18
Aryan Sharma and Yash Deshmukh named in Australia U19 squad
Canberra [Australia], August 8 (ANI): Cricket Australia (CA) has announced a 15-player squad for the men's U19 series against India, featuring three 50-over matches and two four-day matches in Brisbane and Mackay from September 21 to October 10. Two indian origin budding cricketers from Victoria and NSW, Aryan Sharma and Yash Deshmukh, respectively, have been named in the Australia U19 men's squad, as per a press release from Cricket Australia. The squad was chosen by the youth selection panel in collaboration with state talent managers. Following the series, players will return to their states and territories to continue preparations for the upcoming season. This series is part of Cricket Australia's long-term player development strategy, offering young players the chance to gain international experience in white-ball and red-ball formats. It forms part of the preparation for a two-year-long ICC U19 World Cup cycle, with the tournament scheduled for January 2026 in Zimbabwe and Namibia. The cycle has so far included a camp at the National Cricket Centre in Brisbane, an Australia U19 tour to India, and a specialised spin/batting training camp in India. The matches mark the first appointment for former Australian coach Tim Nielsen as head coach of the national U19 squad, bringing a wealth of experience at the international level, which will be invaluable in guiding Australia's next generation of cricketers. The National Under-19 male championships will be held in December, after which the final squad for the ICC U19 Men's World Cup 2026 will be selected. Sonya Thompson, Cricket Australia Head of National Development, said as quoted by Cricket Australia press release, 'We're excited to continue our preparation for the ongoing ICC U19 World Cup cycle, with an exciting squad of emerging players. This series against India provides a valuable opportunity for our young players to experience international cricket in white-ball and red-ball formats and to test themselves against a high-quality opponent. The multi-format tour is designed to challenge players to adapt and grow, while also giving selectors and coaches meaningful insights ahead of the National U19 Championships in December." 'We're also thrilled to welcome Tim Nielsen as Head Coach of the National U19 squad. His extensive international experience and leadership will be instrumental in guiding and inspiring Australia's next generation of cricketers. Strengthening our pathway programs remains a key priority for Australian Cricket, and we're committed to creating more opportunities for our most promising players to develop at domestic and international levels," Sonya Thompson added. Australia Under 19 Squad: Simon Budge (WA/Melville CC), Alex Turner (VIC/Prahran CC), Steve Hogan (QLD/Sandgate-Redcliffe District CC), Will Malajczuk (WA/Subiaco Floreat CC), Yash Deshmukh (NSW/Fairfield Liverpool CC), Tom Hogan (ACT/Ginninderra CC), Aryan Sharma (VIC/Carlton CC), John James (NSW/Northern Districts CC), Hayden Schiller (SA/Northern Districts CC), Charles Lachmund (QLD/Western Districts CC), Ben Gordon (QLD/Sunshine Coast Scorchers), Will Byrom (NSW/Northern Districts CC), Kasey Barton (NSW/Sutherland CC), Alex Lee Young (NSW/Mosman CC), and Jayden Draper (QLD/Valley District Cricket Club).Reserves: Zed Hollick (WA/Scarborough CC), Tom Paddington (VIC/St Kilda CC) and Julian Osborne (NSW/Manly Warringah CC). (ANI) view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Unbroken: The Unmukt Chand Story Teaser Focuses On Former India U19 Captain's Rise And Struggle
Last Updated: Unmukt Chand's cricket journey, from U19 fame to career swings, is captured in 'Unbroken: The Unmukt Chand Story', directed by Raghav Khanna. The unfulfilled promise and cricketing tale of former India U19 and Delhi cricketer Unmukt Chand has been captured in a documentary. A teaser was launched for Chand's docu film on Thursday, July 31, where he will shed light on his side of the story in what has emerged as a career full of unexpected swings. The film has been titled 'Unbroken: The Unmukt Chand Story'. It will be directed by Raghav Khanna, who recently directed Modern Masters SS Rajamouli for Netflix. It is produced by Riverland Entertainment and Tudip Entertainment and is set for a September release. The teaser begins with glimpses of Chand's early rise to fame and prominence among fans and media. The Delhi right-hander garnered instant fame after scoring a tremendous hundred as skipper of the Indian U19 team in the final of the 2012 ICC U19 World Cup at Townsville. While India's youthful squad boasted of other promising talents as well, including wicketkeeper Smit Patel and left-arm spinner Harmeet Singh, it was Singh who hogged the limelight with his fabulous 111 not out in the summit clash that gave India the title. Soon, however, suggestions of fast-tracking Chand into the senior Indian team were rife in the media, with former players and leading commentators expecting much of the elegant batter. He also featured in advertisements alongside legends, former India captain MS Dhoni and ace batter Virat Kohli. That put tremendous pressure on the then 19-year-old, who caved under expectations on return to the Indian domestic scene and also while turning up for the Delhi franchise in the Indian Premier League. An unplayable delivery from Brett Lee that swung away late to disrupt his stumps in the 2013 IPL opener set the tone for a disastrous campaign, where Chand never truly recovered. It followed a series of subpar Ranji seasons for Delhi and controversies amidst administrative tussles with the DDCA. Chand soon left Delhi and made a switch to Uttarakhand in domestic cricket, but his career never found a wind of fresh beginnings. Ultimately, with no takers for him even in the IPL, Chand retired from Indian cricket at the age of just 28, penning a note where he bid adieu to the BCCI system to 'seek better opportunities around the world". He signed for Minor League Cricket in the USA, underlining the desire to pursue his cricketing career in America. Chand became the first Indian male to turn up in Australia's Big Bash League before going on to represent Los Angeles Knight Riders in the inaugural Major League Cricket tournament. The documentary chronicles the rise and decline of Chand as an Indian batting superstar who wasn't to be. Get latest Cricket news, live score and match results on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : Unmukt Chand view comments Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: July 31, 2025, 15:47 IST News cricket Unbroken: The Unmukt Chand Story Teaser Focuses On Former India U19 Captain's Rise And Struggle Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
