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Shahid Afridi bashes PCB after speculations of Shaheen's sacking as captain

Shahid lashed out at the board for not backing Shaheen, who is also his son-in-law, and suggested whenever the board chief changes he tends to do such things.

 Shahid Afridi has come out in defence of Shaheen Shah Afridi
Published on Mar 27, 2024 05:52 PM IST

Decision on Shaheen's future as captain will be taken after national camp: PCB

According to sources in PCB sources, wicketkeeper Mohammed Rizwan is being tipped to take over as captain in both white-ball formats.

Pakistan's T20I captain Shaheen Shah Afridi (C) celebrates with former captain Babar Azam after the wicket of New Zealand's Tim Seifert during NZ T20I series(AFP)
Published on Mar 24, 2024 07:45 PM IST
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Mohammad Amir comes out of retirement, announces availability for T20 WC

The left-arm speedster, who last played for Pakistan in a T20I in Manchester in August, 2020 is expected to be summoned for the national camp in Kakul.

Mohammad Amir of Pakistan.(Popperfoto via Getty Images)
Published on Mar 24, 2024 07:41 PM IST
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Imad comes out of retirement after meeting PCB officials, available for T20 WC

Wasim had announced his retirement from international cricket in November last year.

Pakistan's Imad Wasim, left, celebrates the dismissal of Scotland's Matthew Cross, right, during the Cricket Twenty20 World Cup match between Pakistan and Scotland in Sharjah, UAE, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021(AP)
Published on Mar 23, 2024 07:17 PM IST
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'Leaked' PCB offer, IPL behind Shane Watson rejecting Pakistan head coach role

According to reports in Pakistan, PCB's offer to Watson was around US$2 million a year.

Shane Watson turned down the role of Pakistan head coach(IPL)
Updated on Mar 17, 2024 06:54 PM IST

Pakistan to host first tri-series after 20 years ahead of Champions Trophy 2025

The series was greenlit on the sidelines of an International Cricket Council (ICC) meeting in Dubai, according to Pakistan's board.

International cricket only fully returned to Pakistan in 2020, following attacks on the Sri Lankan team bus in Lahore in 2009.(AFP)
Published on Mar 15, 2024 09:21 PM IST
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Rawalpindi and Lahore to host 5 T20Is against New Zealand next month

The PCB on Wednesday said Rawalpindi will host three games on April 18, 20 and 21 and the remaining two will be played at Lahore on April 25 and 27.

Pakistan's T20I captain Shaheen Shah Afridi (C) celebrates with former captain Babar Azam after the wicket of New Zealand's Tim Seifert during NZ T20I series(AFP)
Published on Mar 13, 2024 01:56 PM IST
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Haris Rauf's PSL franchise owner blasts PCB for 'humiliating' Pakistan pacer

Lahore Qalandars' owner said that the timing of PCB's decision to terminate Rauf's contract was not right and called it a huge psychological blow for the pacer.

PCB terminated Haris Rauf's central contract last month.
Published on Mar 04, 2024 03:45 PM IST

India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2024 ticket prices soar to 1.86 crore

Tickets for two of India's matches, against Pakistan and Canada are sold out, and are available at more than double the original price on resale platforms.

India will face Pakistan on June 9 in New York
Updated on Mar 04, 2024 05:43 PM IST

'They couldn't run 2 kms. When fat level was checked...': Hafeez fumes at Babar

Hafeez had earlier taken to social media to say that he would reveal the true reason behind Pakistan's poor run in international cricket.

Mohammad Hafeez lashed out at former Pakistan captain Babar Azam for poor fitness culture in the team
Published on Feb 21, 2024 08:37 PM IST

'Excellent players but…': Mohammad Hafeez's bitter pill for Babar Azam

Mohammad Hafeez had a tough conversation with Pakistan stars Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan.

Pakistan's head coach Mohammad Hafeez (3R) speaks with cricket players during a practice session(AFP)
Published on Feb 19, 2024 07:04 PM IST
By, New Delhi

Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi's activity on 'X' irks PCB, change in contract likely

Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi appeared on ‘spaces’ on X, and engaged with fans

Pakistan's T20I captain Shaheen Shah Afridi (C) celebrates with former captain Babar Azam after the wicket of New Zealand's Tim Seifert during NZ T20I series(AFP)
Published on Feb 10, 2024 06:16 PM IST

Mohammad Rizwan draws Virat Kohli's example to explain his batting philosophy

Mohammad Rizwan spoke in detail about his batting approach in the white-ball formats and also drew Virat Kohli's example to explain his point.

Virat Kohli (L) with Mohammad Rizwan during the 2021 T20 World Cup(Getty)
Published on Feb 09, 2024 09:12 PM IST

Devastated Pakistan players inconsolable after Australia dash U19 WC dreams

Pakistan team was crestfallen, tears flowing down the cheeks of players after losing the U19 World Cup semifinal to Australia in a last-over thriller.

Pakistan were crestfallen. (Screengrab)
Updated on Feb 09, 2024 04:03 PM IST

'No need for vice-captain': Shahid Afridi's radical proposal to PCB

Shahid Afridi had an unusual suggestion for the PCB following the PCB's decision for split captaincy across the three formats.

Pakistan's T20I captain Shaheen Shah Afridi (C) celebrates with former captain Babar Azam after the wicket of New Zealand's Tim Seifert during NZ T20I series(AFP)
Updated on Jan 31, 2024 04:18 PM IST

Shoaib Malik denies fixing claims, posts video clarification from BPL team owner

Shoaib Malik broke his silence on the match-fixing insinuations following his three no balls in an over during a BPL match.

Shoaib Malik during the match against Khulna Titans(FanCode)
Updated on Jan 27, 2024 08:36 AM IST

'Thank god I'm not playing now. The way batters insult bowlers these days...'

Shoaib Akhtar spoke in great detail about the advent of franchise leagues in modern-day cricket at the sidelines of the ILT20 in Dubai.

Shoaib Akhtar
Published on Jan 22, 2024 10:50 AM IST
By, Dubai

Spinners star in consolation win as PAK avoid whitewash with 42-run win vs NZ

The tourists lost the five-match series 4-1 but it ended on a positive note as they dismissed the Black Caps for a paltry 92 in defence of 134-8.

Pakistan's Usama Mir (C) celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of New Zealand's Mitchell Santner during the fifth and final Twenty20 international cricket match between New Zealand and Pakistan at Hagley Oval(AFP)
Published on Jan 21, 2024 10:12 AM IST
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Mickey Arthur, Grant Bradburn and Andrew Puttick resign from their roles in PCB

All three, along with bowling coach Morne Morkel, comprised the main support staff of the Pakistan team until the World Cup.

Pakistan coaches Grant Bradburn (L) and Mickey Arthur
(Bibhash Lodh)
Published on Jan 19, 2024 01:58 PM IST
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Shaheen Afridi makes compelling ‘Babar Azam’ remark after series loss vs NZ

Shaheen Afridi spoke about Babar Azam's performances throughout the first three matches of the T20I series against New Zealand.

Pakistan's Babar Azam (R) bats while being watched by New Zealand's wicketkeeper Tim Seifert during the third Twenty20 international cricket match between New Zealand and Pakistan(AFP)
Published on Jan 17, 2024 04:12 PM IST

Rizwan runs without bat, touches down with gloves but can't believe the outcome

Mohammad Rizwan was part of some amusing running between the wicket during the 3rd T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan at Dunedin.

Mohammad Rizwan, how do you explain that?(Screengrab)
Published on Jan 17, 2024 03:00 PM IST

After mulling retirement, Haris Rauf bludgeoned for 27 runs in an over vs NZ

A day after reports that Haris Rauf contemplated retirement, the Pakistan pacer was blasted for 60 runs in 4 overs in the 3rd T20I against New Zealand.

Haris Rauf can't catch a break(AFP)
Updated on Jan 17, 2024 03:53 PM IST

New Zealand beats Pakistan by 21 runs in 2nd T20, lead 5-match series 2-0

Sears, Adam Milne and Southee helped New Zealand put the brakes on Pakistan at the end of its innings.

Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan is dismissed during the second Twenty20 international cricket match between New Zealand and Pakistan at Seddon Park(AFP)
Published on Jan 14, 2024 04:54 PM IST
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Watch: Shaheen Afridi smashed for 24-run over in forgettable captaincy vs NZ

Finn Allen smashed Shaheen Afridi for 24 runs in an incredible display of power-hitting during the first T20I in Auckland.

Finn Allen smashed Shaheen Afridi for 24 runs in an over during the first T20I(X)
Updated on Jan 12, 2024 09:10 PM IST

'Was it decided that speed guns won't go above this?': Afridi's outlandish claim

Shaheen Afridi spoke about concerns on his low speeds during the Test series against Australia.

Pakistan's paceman Shaheen Afridi catches the ball during a training session on the sidelines of the third cricket Test match between Australia and Pakistan(AFP)
Published on Jan 11, 2024 07:05 PM IST

Ex-India star's bold 'ball-tampering' claim on Pakistan pacers for reverse swing

The former India pacer made a rather outrageous claim on the art of reverse swing, with special context to former Pakistan pacers.

A file photo of Praveen Kumar.(Hindustan Times via Getty Images)
Published on Jan 07, 2024 06:20 PM IST

Wasim Akram hilariously trolls Aussie commentators during AUS vs PAK series

Wasim Akram hilarious trolled Aussie commentators during the third Test match between Pakistan and Australia.

Wasim Akram hilariously trolled Aussie commentators.
Published on Jan 07, 2024 02:48 PM IST

Australia overtake India to grab top spot in WTC points table; check standings

Australia registered a 3-0 Test series win over Pakistan, registering a comprehensive 8-wicket win in the final match in Sydney.

Australia's Pat Cummins (L) celebrates the wicket of Pakistan's Sajid Khan with teammates during the first day of the third cricket Test match against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground(AFP)
Published on Jan 06, 2024 07:10 PM IST

'My mum calls him shaytan': Khawaja reveals after Warner hugs his mother

After the match, Warner hugged Khawaja's mother, a picture that went viral on social media as the 37-year-old revealed their shared emotional bond.

David Warner hugs Usman Khawaja's mother after 3rd Test against Pakistan
Updated on Jan 06, 2024 05:51 PM IST

Hafeez clarifies Shaheen call for 3rd AUS Test after Akram, Waqar accusations

Wasim had blamed Shaheen for making himself unavailable for the third Test while Waqar said that the decision "made me laugh", and called it "a real shocker".

Mohammad Hafeez defends Pakistan's decision to rest Shaheen Afridi for third Test against Australia
Published on Jan 06, 2024 02:50 PM IST
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