Jason Gillespie's stay with Pakistan in further doubt? Coach refuses to travel for South Africa series: Report
1 week, 4 days ago

Jason Gillespie's stay with Pakistan in further doubt? Coach refuses to travel for South Africa series: Report

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Jason Gillespie's stay with the Pakistan team looks in further doubt after the Test head coach reportedly refused to travel with the team for their Test series against South Africa. The two teams will lock horns in a two-match Test series, for which Gillespie was set to travel to South Africa. Recently, PCB didn't renew Test assistant coach Tim Nielsen's contract. Moreover, a report in ESPNCricinfo stated that Gillespie wasn't even consulted beforehand on Nielsen's contract issue.

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SA vs PAK 2nd ODI: All-Round Pakistan Hand South Africa 81-Run Defeat To Clinch Series In Cape Town
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3 days, 15 hours ago

SA vs PAK 2nd ODI: All-Round Pakistan Hand South Africa 81-Run Defeat To Clinch Series In Cape Town

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SA vs PAK 2nd ODI: Pakistan defeated South Africa by 81 runs in the second match of the SA vs PAK ODI series at the Newlands, Cape Town on December 19. Pakistan batters, including Babar Azam, set a good tone for Pakistan with the star pace duo of Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah delivering with the ball later. South Africa’s …

South Africa vs Pakistan: Spinner Keshav Maharaj ruled out of last two ODIs
4 days, 18 hours ago

South Africa vs Pakistan: Spinner Keshav Maharaj ruled out of last two ODIs

India Today  

South Africa's experienced spinner Keshav Maharaj has been ruled out of the remaining two ODIs in the ongoing home series against Pakistan. This setback comes just a day after Maharaj was included in South Africa's Test squad for the upcoming two-match series against Pakistan. The Test series, starting on December 26 in Centurion, holds significant importance for South Africa as …

South Africa announce Test squad for Pakistan series, Kwena Maphaka among two uncapped players included
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South Africa announce Test squad for Pakistan series, Kwena Maphaka among two uncapped players included

India TV News  

South Africa announced their squad for the Test series against Pakistan with some surprising changes to the team on Wednesday. South Africa's Test squad against Pakistan Temba Bavuma, David Bedingham, Corbin Bosch, Matthew Breetzke, Tony de Zorzi, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka, Aiden Markram, Wiaan Mulder, Senuran Muthusamy, Dane Paterson, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Kyle Verreynne. Temba …

Former Pakistan Test team head coach Jason Gillespie slams PCB for lack of communication
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1 week ago

Former Pakistan Test team head coach Jason Gillespie slams PCB for lack of communication

The Hindu  

Former Pakistan men’s Test cricket team head coach Jason Gillespie, on Monday, said that he stepped down from his role after being frustrated with the PCB’s handling of his position. The straw that broke the camel’s back, I suppose, was, as a head coach, you like to have clear communication with your employer,” Gillespie told ABC Sport. The former Australian …

Jason Gillespie exposes PCB in scathing attack, reveals 'poor communication, being blindsided' as reason for resignation
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Jason Gillespie exposes PCB in scathing attack, reveals 'poor communication, being blindsided' as reason for resignation

Hindustan Times  

Jason Gillespie recently resigned as Pakistan's Test coach. Jason Gillespie recently stepped down as Pakistan's Test coach Jason Gillespie took over the reins of the Pakistan Test team in April 2024 and oversaw the 2-1 series win against England. Without mincing his words, Gillespie clearly stated that the communication between him and the PCB was unclear, and the sacking of …

Jason Gillespie says he was left out of major decisions while coaching Pakistan
1 week ago

Jason Gillespie says he was left out of major decisions while coaching Pakistan

ABC  

Jason Gillespie has revealed he felt the Pakistan Cricket Board did not want him as coach. The former Australian fast bowler took the reins of Pakistan's Test team in April and led it to a 2-1 series victory over England in October. Speaking to ABC Sport during the lunch break of Australia's third Test against India — his first interview …

Jason Gillespie slams Pakistan board, details reasons behind resignation
1 week ago

Jason Gillespie slams Pakistan board, details reasons behind resignation

India Today  

Jason Gillespie has slammed the Pakistan Cricket Board and claimed that the call to remove Tim Nielsen was when he decided to resign from the role as the red-ball coach of the team. Gillespie had become the Test team coach in April this year, along with Gary Kirsten who took the same role with Pakistan's white-ball teams. "The straw that …

Explained: Why Jason Gillespie resigned as Pakistan red-ball coach less than a year after his appointment?
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1 week, 2 days ago

Explained: Why Jason Gillespie resigned as Pakistan red-ball coach less than a year after his appointment?

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Former Australian pacer Jason Gillespie and ex-South African opener Gary Kirsten had been appointed Pakistan men’s head coach for the red-ball and white-ball formats respectively. Former Australia pacer Jason Gillespie resigned as Pakistan red-ball coach just two weeks before the two-match Test series in South Africa was to get underway. AP Pakistan Cricket Board suffered a major setback earlier this …

Gillespie's calls unanswered, PAK senior players interfered in coach appointments as fresh controversy brews: Report
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1 week, 2 days ago

Gillespie's calls unanswered, PAK senior players interfered in coach appointments as fresh controversy brews: Report

Hindustan Times  

The churn within Pakistan’s backroom management continues in 2024, as yet another coaching change is in the works for the team. Former Australian seamer Jason Gillespie confirmed his departure from the Test team, with sources close to the PCB stating it had to do with his non-involvement in the selection of the squad for the upcoming tour of South Africa. …

In latest setback for Pakistan team, Test coach Gillespie resigns ahead of South Africa Tests
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1 week, 3 days ago

In latest setback for Pakistan team, Test coach Gillespie resigns ahead of South Africa Tests

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WIth former Australian pacer Jason Gillespie putting in his papers two weeks before the start of the Test series against South Africa, ex-Pakistan speedstser Aaqib Javed takes over as head coach across formats. Jason Gillespie resigned as the men’s red-ball coach ahead of a two-Test series in South Africa after weeks of uncertainty due to differences with the PCB, with …

After Gary Kirsten, 2003 World Cup-winning Australian resigns as Pakistan head coach midway into SA vs PAK series
1 week, 3 days ago

After Gary Kirsten, 2003 World Cup-winning Australian resigns as Pakistan head coach midway into SA vs PAK series

Live Mint  

After Gary Kirsten, Jason Gillespie became the second high-profile name to resign as Pakistan head coach within a span of within a span of a couple of months. The Australian was hired as Pakistan's Test team head coach. It was learnt that Gillespie and Pakistan Cricket Board didn't go well over the review of Tim Nielsen's contract, who came in …

Jason Gillespie resigns as Pakistan red-ball coach
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Jason Gillespie resigns as Pakistan red-ball coach

Deccan Chronicle  

Lahore: Jason Gillespie stepped down from his role as Pakistan's Test team coach and former pacer Aaqib Javed has replaced the Australian for the upcoming two-match series against South Africa, PCB announced on Thursday. Gillespie, whose contract was set to expire in 2026, resigned after the Pakistan Cricket Board didn't review the contract of Tim Nielsen, who was brought in …

Aaqib Javed named Pakistan's interim red-ball coach after Jason Gillespie steps down
1 week, 3 days ago

Aaqib Javed named Pakistan's interim red-ball coach after Jason Gillespie steps down

Hindustan Times  

Former Australia cricketer Jason Gillespie resigned as head coach of Pakistan's Test side. The Pakistan Cricket Board named Aaqib Javed as the interim red-ball head coach of the Pakistan men’s cricket team. Pakistan's test team's head coach Jason Gillespie resigns As per ESPNCricinfo, Gillespie was scheduled to leave for South Africa on Friday, however, hours before joining the Test side …

After Gary Kirsten, Jason Gillespie resigns as Pakistan cricket coach
1 week, 3 days ago

After Gary Kirsten, Jason Gillespie resigns as Pakistan cricket coach

India Today  

Former Australian cricketer Jason Gillespie has resigned as Pakistan's Test coach, just a month after Gary Kirsten stepped down from his role as the white-ball coach. Gillespie’s resignation comes as a significant blow to the Pakistan Cricket Board, especially with the two-match Test series against South Africa set to commence on December 26. "The Pakistan Cricket Board has named Aqib …

Pakistan cricket: Gillespie quits ahead of South Africa tour; Aqib promoted
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Pakistan cricket: Gillespie quits ahead of South Africa tour; Aqib promoted

Al Jazeera  

Pakistan have appointed Aqib Javed as their interim Test coach following the resignation of Australian Jason Gillespie. Former fast bowler Aqib Javed has been appointed Pakistan’s interim Test coach after Jason Gillespie resigned on Thursday evening, the country’s cricket board said. “Aqib’s first assignment as red-ball head coach will be the Two-match test series against South Africa during the ongoing …

PCB opts against renewing assistant coach Tim Nielsen's contract, Jason Gillespie's future in doubt
1 week, 4 days ago

PCB opts against renewing assistant coach Tim Nielsen's contract, Jason Gillespie's future in doubt

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Pakistan Cricket Board has decided not to renew the contract of assistant coach Tim Nielsen. He wasn't even aware of the fact that he wouldn't have an assistant coach with him on the South Africa tour. This was one of the main reasons white-ball head coach Gary Kirsten quit in October without coaching the men in green in a single …

Jason Gillespie quits as Pakistan team's Test coach ahead of South Africa series
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1 week, 4 days ago

Jason Gillespie quits as Pakistan team's Test coach ahead of South Africa series

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Pakistan's Test coach Jason Gillespie has resigned from his position. "The Pakistan Cricket Board has named Aqib Javed as interim red-ball head coach of the Pakistan men’s cricket team following the resignation of red-ball head coach Jason Gillespie," the Pakistan Cricket Board said in a statement. "Aqib’s first assignment as red-ball head-coach will be the two-match Test series against South …

India TV Sports Wrap on December 10: Today's top 10 trending news stories
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India TV Sports Wrap on December 10: Today's top 10 trending news stories

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South Africa's late dash saw them one win away from a place in the World Test Championship final. Top 10 Trending Sports Stories South Africa inch closer to a spot in the WTC final South Africa's late dash towards a spot in the WTC final continued as the Proteas thrashed Sri Lanka 2-0 in the two-match Test series. South Africa …

SA vs PAK, 1st T20I: All changed South Africa turns to Pakistan white-ball series a day after Test triumph over Lankans
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SA vs PAK, 1st T20I: All changed South Africa turns to Pakistan white-ball series a day after Test triumph over Lankans

The Hindu  

While South Africa’s Test team was on the field against Sri Lanka in Gqeberha, a separate group of players were in Pretoria preparing for a Twenty20 series against Pakistan. It is the first of six white-ball matches—three T20 internationals and three one-day internationals—to be played by Pakistan before it meets South Africa in two Test matches. Only Ryan Rickelton of …

Pakistan rest Afridi for South Africa Tests with eye on Champions Trophy
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Pakistan rest Afridi for South Africa Tests with eye on Champions Trophy

Al Jazeera  

Shaheen Afridi’s exclusion from Test squad termed a ‘strategic decision’ in advance of the home ICC event in February-March 2025. Pakistan have omitted leading fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi from their Test squad for the upcoming tour of South Africa as they look to keep him “physically and mentally fresh” for the ICC Champions Trophy, Pakistan Cricket Board selector Aaqib …

Pakistan denies Jason Gillespie sacking rumours but stops short of fully backing Test coach
1 month ago

Pakistan denies Jason Gillespie sacking rumours but stops short of fully backing Test coach

Firstpost  

The Pakistan Cricket Board’s recent statement confirmed that Jason Gillespie will coach the Test team in South Africa but stopped short of guaranteeing his role beyond the series. Pakistan Test team coach Jason Gillespie has a contract till 2026 but he may not last that long. Image: PTI The Pakistan Cricket Board has refuted claims that Jason Gillespie is set …

Pakistan announce new head coach for T20Is and ODIs, Jason Gillespie to stay in charge of Tests
1 month ago

Pakistan announce new head coach for T20Is and ODIs, Jason Gillespie to stay in charge of Tests

India TV News  

Pakistan have appointed former cricketer Aaqib Javed as their head coach in white-ball formats on an interim basis. For the unversed, Gary Kirsten stepped down from the position of the white-ball head coach of Pakistan, without coaching them in a single ODI, last month after being appointed earlier this year. PCB has also confirmed that it will initiate the recruitment …

PCB quashes reports of Aaqib Javed replacing Jason Gillespie as head coach; Aussie to continue Test assignment vs SA
1 month ago

PCB quashes reports of Aaqib Javed replacing Jason Gillespie as head coach; Aussie to continue Test assignment vs SA

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan Cricket Board denied the reports of former Pakistan pacer Aaqib Javed replacing Jason Gillespie as the all-format head coach. However, PCB has now quashed all these rumours, saying Gillespie will coach Pakistan Test side for the upcoming two-match Test series against South Africa, set to be played in December. Pakistan head coach Jason Gillespie during the press conference REUTERS/Akhtar …

Aaqib Javed set to replace Jason Gillespie as Pakistan all-format head coach: Report
1 month ago

Aaqib Javed set to replace Jason Gillespie as Pakistan all-format head coach: Report

Hindustan Times  

The chopping and changing continues within the Pakistan Cricket Board. As per a report in ESPNcricinfo, former Pakistan pacer Aaqib Javed is set to replace Gillespie as the all-format coach. Recently, former South Africa batter Gary Kirsten had stepped down as Pakistan's white-ball coach, and it was then that Gillespie was asked to go to Australia as the coach for …

Aaqib Javed set to replace Jason Gillespie as Pakistan white-ball teams' coach
1 month ago

Aaqib Javed set to replace Jason Gillespie as Pakistan white-ball teams' coach

India Today  

Current national selector and former pacer Aaqib Javed is likely to be appointed as the permanent head coach in white-ball formats before Pakistan visit Zimbabwe for the ODI and T20I series. "The Pakistan squad will fly to Harare straight from Australia after playing their final T20I on Monday so the new head coach will join them in Zimbabwe,” the source …

PCB dismisses rumours of sacking Jason Gillespie as Pakistan head coach
1 month ago

PCB dismisses rumours of sacking Jason Gillespie as Pakistan head coach

India Today  

The Pakistan Cricket Board has dismissed reports that Jason Gillespie has been removed as the head coach of the men’s team across formats. The PCB said that Gillespie will stay as the red-ball coach for Pakistan’s two-match Test series against South Africa, scheduled to take place in December-January. As announced previously, Jason Gillespie will continue to coach the Pakistan side …

Jason Gillespie slams Cricket Australia for 'prioritising' Border-Gavaskar Trophy over Pakistan ODIs: 'I pretty much saw no promotion...'
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1 month, 1 week ago

Jason Gillespie slams Cricket Australia for 'prioritising' Border-Gavaskar Trophy over Pakistan ODIs: 'I pretty much saw no promotion...'

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Jason Gillespie’s comments come in the aftermath of Pakistan’s 2-1 ODI series win over Australia in Australia. That was Pakistan’s first ODI series win in Australia in 22 years, with their previous triumph coming back in 2002. Reuters Pakistan head coach Jason Gillespie expressed his frustration with the fact that Cricket Australia “prioritised” promoting the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy series rather …

Jason Gillespie miffed at 'no promotion' for Pakistan ODI series: 'Cricket Australia's priority is India'
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1 month, 1 week ago

Jason Gillespie miffed at 'no promotion' for Pakistan ODI series: 'Cricket Australia's priority is India'

Hindustan Times  

Cricket Australia and the host broadcasters seemed to be prioritising the men's side's upcoming five-match Test series against India over the recent ODI series they played against Pakistan, the latters' head coach Jason Gillespie has said. Gillespie's Pakistan beat Australia 2-1 in the series in what was a historic result. It’s pretty obvious that they’re prioritizing the Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test …

'Was pretty obvious that Border-Gavaskar Trophy was Australia's priority': Gillespie on Pakistan ODI series
1 month, 1 week ago

'Was pretty obvious that Border-Gavaskar Trophy was Australia's priority': Gillespie on Pakistan ODI series

India TV News  

Pakistan head coach Jason Gillespie was a bit disappointed with the lack of buzz and promotion for the recently concluded ODI series against Australia. "To be honest, I pretty much saw no promotion of our one-day series by Cricket Australia, which was a bit of a surprise," Gillespie was quoted as saying by Sydney Morning Herald. "It’s pretty obvious that …

Frustration and Focus: Jason Gillespie on the Changing Landscape of Pakistan Cricket
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Frustration and Focus: Jason Gillespie on the Changing Landscape of Pakistan Cricket

ABP News  

Jason Gillespie, the head coach of the Pakistan cricket team, expresses his frustrations regarding the evolving dynamics of his role. He acknowledges that the scope of his position is not as defined as he initially signed up for, but he remains committed to supporting the team and helping players achieve their potential.

Pakistan 'have identified opportunities where we think we can have an impact' against England, warns head coach Jason Gillespie - with his side 'jumping out of their skin' ahead of three-match Test se
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan 'have identified opportunities where we think we can have an impact' against England, warns head coach Jason Gillespie - with his side 'jumping out of their skin' ahead of three-match Test se

Daily Mail  

Pakistan's head coach has been working England out on the eve of their first test Jason Gillespie is doing what he has done many times before, and plotting England's demise. Pakistan's cricket head coach Jason Gillespie has been preparing his side for their three-match Test against England Gillespie has been imparting his own test knowledge with Pakistan's bowlers, such as …

Why Ricky Ponting feels Pakistan head coach is like Gautam Gambhir: ‘He will have some challenges but…’
4 months, 1 week ago

Why Ricky Ponting feels Pakistan head coach is like Gautam Gambhir: ‘He will have some challenges but…’

Hindustan Times  

Making headlines with his bold prediction of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting also reserved special praise for Pakistan's head coach Jason Gillespie on Tuesday. While Gillespie was appointed Pakistan men's Test coach, former South African batter Gary Kirsten took over the coaching reins in the white-ball format. Ricky Ponting recently backed Australia to hand India 3-1 defeat …

PCB adds Pakistan Test coach Jason Gillespie to selection committee, makes domestic cricket compulsory
5 months, 1 week ago

PCB adds Pakistan Test coach Jason Gillespie to selection committee, makes domestic cricket compulsory

India TV News  

Pakistan Cricket Board has decided to add Test coach Jason Gillespie to the selection committee. Meanwhile, amidst confusion around NOC for overseas T20 leagues, the board has also made playing domestic cricket compulsory for the players. As far as Gillespie being added to the selection committee is concerned, his role will be crucial now in Pakistan cricket with the team …

Gary Kirsten named Pakistan white-ball head coach ahead of T20 World Cup, Jason Gillespie takes charge of Test team
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Gary Kirsten named Pakistan white-ball head coach ahead of T20 World Cup, Jason Gillespie takes charge of Test team

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan Cricket Board has announced former South Africa batter Gary Kirsten as their white-ball head coach ahead of the T20 World Cup in June this year. Meanwhile, the PCB named former Australian pacer Jason Gillespie has been named the senior team's head coach in Test cricket. "Both Kirsten and Gillespie are famous and experienced coaches and their appointment confirms the …

Pakistan Cricket Board appoints Gillespie and Kirsten as men’s head coaches
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan Cricket Board appoints Gillespie and Kirsten as men’s head coaches

Al Jazeera  

Kirsten to take charge in limited overs formats and Gillespie in Tests after months of turmoil in Pakistan cricket. Former South Africa batter and coach Gary Kirsten has been appointed head coach of the Pakistan men’s cricket team in limited overs cricket ahead of the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, while former Australia fast bowler Jason Gillespie has …

Pakistan vs Australia: Injured Mohammad Nawaz ruled out of upcoming Test series
2 years, 10 months ago

Pakistan vs Australia: Injured Mohammad Nawaz ruled out of upcoming Test series

Firstpost  

The Pakistan Cricket Board on Wednesday confirmed Nawaz’s unavailability and said only wicketkeeper Sarfaraz Ahmed and fast bowler Naseem Shah would be the travelling reserves. Karachi: Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz has been ruled out of next month’s much-anticipated three-match Test series against Australia due to a foot injury. The PCB said four other reserves including Yasir Shah, Kamran Ghulam, Muhammad …

Pakistan to tour South Africa for three ODIs, four T20Is in April 2021
3 years, 10 months ago

Pakistan to tour South Africa for three ODIs, four T20Is in April 2021

India TV News  

Pakistan will travel to South Africa for three ODIs and four T20Is in April, the Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed on Friday. The Pakistan team will depart for Johannesburg on March 26 and will play the three ODIs on April 2, 4 and 7. Originally, three T20Is were scheduled, but on the request of Cricket South Africa, the PCB has agreed …

PAK vs SA: Pakistan hope to carry Test form into T20Is against South Africa
3 years, 10 months ago

PAK vs SA: Pakistan hope to carry Test form into T20Is against South Africa

India TV News  

Pakistan aims to capitalize on its 2-0 victory in the test series against South Africa when it takes on the Proteas in the three-match Twenty20 series that begins on Thursday. “I can’t predict the ultimate result of the T20 series, but you will definitely see good results.” Pakistan beat South Africa in a test series for the first time in …

Pakistan vs South Africa: Coach Misbah-ul-Haq aims high after hosts' Test series sweep
3 years, 10 months ago

Pakistan vs South Africa: Coach Misbah-ul-Haq aims high after hosts' Test series sweep

Firstpost  

Misbah — whose position as head coach was in danger after a 2-0 defeat in the preceding series in New Zealand — said his team were now heading in the right direction. Pakistan head coach Misbah-ul-Haq has his eye on a top-three world ranking for the national side in all formats of the game following their first Test series win …

Pakistan vs South Africa: Boucher bemoans mental frailties after series loss
3 years, 10 months ago

Pakistan vs South Africa: Boucher bemoans mental frailties after series loss

Hindustan Times  

South Africa coach Mark Boucher blamed mental fragility and an inability to drive home their advantage in key moments of the second test for the side's series loss to Pakistan that centred around now all too familiar batting collapses. "The way we played in big moments really cost us," Boucher told reporters. South Africa have no test series for the …

'De Kock will be released from 'burden' of Test captaincy after Pakistan series'
3 years, 10 months ago

'De Kock will be released from 'burden' of Test captaincy after Pakistan series'

Hindustan Times  

South Africa coach Mark Boucher on Wednesday said Quinton de Kock will be released from the burden of Test captaincy after the Pakistan tour but there is still time to make that call following Australia's "disappointing and disruptive" decision to postpone their tour of South Africa. Following the completion of the Pakistan series, South Africa doesn't have any Test cricket …

Pakistan vs South Africa | Soft dismissals cost us first Test, feels SA skipper Quinton de Kock
3 years, 10 months ago

Pakistan vs South Africa | Soft dismissals cost us first Test, feels SA skipper Quinton de Kock

India TV News  

South Africa's captain Quinton de Kock on Friday put down his team's defeat in the first Test against Pakistan to soft dismissals, saying his players had enough time to adjust to the slow nature of the pitch here. Spinners Nauman Ali and Yasir Shah bamboozled the South African batsmen to help Pakistan win the series opener by seven wickets inside …

Highlights, Pakistan vs South Africa, 1st Test, Day 1 at Karachi, Full Cricket Score: Hosts crumble to 33/4 at stumps
3 years, 10 months ago

Highlights, Pakistan vs South Africa, 1st Test, Day 1 at Karachi, Full Cricket Score: Hosts crumble to 33/4 at stumps

Firstpost  

Catch the live scorecard and updates from the first Test between Pakistan and South Africa at Karachi on our live blog. Toggle between the tabs above to switch between quick scorecard, full scorecard and ball-by-ball commentary 1st Test preview: Babar Azam will be making his Test captaincy debut when hosts Pakistan take on South Africa in the first of the …

PAK vs SA: Babar Azam hopes to counter tough Proteas in own conditions - Sportstar
3 years, 10 months ago

PAK vs SA: Babar Azam hopes to counter tough Proteas in own conditions - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Babar Azam will make his Test captaincy debut on Tuesday against a tough South Africa team that is touring Pakistan for the first time in more than 13 years. You can't take them lightly, but conditions suit us more because most of us have played here.” South Africa last toured Pakistan in 2007 because the country was forced to organize …

Pakistan announce 17-member squad for first Test against South Africa
3 years, 10 months ago

Pakistan announce 17-member squad for first Test against South Africa

India TV News  

Pakistan on Sunday announced a 17-member squad for the first of the two-Test home series against South Africa beginning Tuesday at the National Stadium. Nauman Ali and Sajid Khan will partner Yasir Shah in the spin department, while the fast bowling line-up includes Haris Rauf, Shaheen Afridi and Tabish Khan, alongside Hasan Ali. The last time the two teams met …

South Africa squad clears COVID-19 tests after arriving in Pakistan
3 years, 11 months ago

South Africa squad clears COVID-19 tests after arriving in Pakistan

The Hindu  

The entire South Africa cricket team has cleared the COVID-19 tests, allowing the tourists to take part in their first outdoor practice session here on Sunday. The South Africa squad, which includes 21 players, underwent their first COVID-19 tests soon after landing here on Saturday morning and according to their media manager, all the reports came negative. READ: South Africa …

South Africa tour of Pakistan: Marco Jansen replaces Baartman
3 years, 11 months ago

South Africa tour of Pakistan: Marco Jansen replaces Baartman

The Hindu  

South Africa has replaced pacer Ottniel Baartman with another uncapped seamer Marco Jansen in its 21-member squad which will leave for Pakistan on Friday after the entire squad returned negative for COVID-19. Baartman had received a maiden Test call-up for South Africa but was left out due to a medical reason unrelated to COVID-19. READ: Mark Boucher confident of team's …

Pakistan vs South Africa: Visitors head coach Mark Boucher calls for Jacques Kallis to rejoin coaching set-up
3 years, 11 months ago

Pakistan vs South Africa: Visitors head coach Mark Boucher calls for Jacques Kallis to rejoin coaching set-up

Firstpost  

Johannesburg: South African head coach Mark Boucher said on Thursday that he wanted Jacques Kallis, his long-time friend and former batting star, back in his coaching set-up. Kallis, South Africa’s leading all-time Test run-scorer, is currently in Sri Lanka as a batting consultant with the England team on a short-term contract. South Africa’s cricket team head coach Mark Boucher, Paul …

South Africans cricketers to get state guest level security in Pakistan
3 years, 11 months ago

South Africans cricketers to get state guest level security in Pakistan

The Hindu  

The South African squad that will tour Pakistan from January 16 will be given state guest level security as Prime Minister Imran Khan has approved the arrangements. The South African team is the first high-profile cricket squad to tour Pakistan since 2010 although in last three years, a World Eleven, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Zimbabwe and West Indies have played Tests …

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