Fawad Alam named in 20-man Pakistan Test squad
4 years, 5 months ago

Fawad Alam named in 20-man Pakistan Test squad

The Hindu  

Batsman Fawad Alam could make a comeback to Pakistan’s Test team after 11 years having been named in the 20-member squad alongside two specialist spinners, for the upcoming Test series against England. The tour selection committee headed by coach and chief selector, Misbah-ul-Haq left out batsmen Ifthikar Ahmed, Khushdil Shah, Fakhar Zaman and uncapped Haider Ali, handing Fawad a good chance to make a comeback. The selectors also included two specialist spinners, Kashif Bhatti and the experienced Yasir Shah apart from two all-rounders in Faheem Ashraf and Shadab Khan. The selectors have also retained former captain and wicketkeeper-batsman, Sarfaraz Ahmed in the Test squad, giving an indication that a comeback might be awaiting him.

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Rashid Khan returns as Afghanistan announce Test squad for Zimbabwe series
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Rashid Khan returns as Afghanistan announce Test squad for Zimbabwe series

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Star Afghanistan leg-spinner Rashid Khan is set to play his first Test match since March 2021 as the Afghanistan Cricket Board on Monday announced the squad for the two-match Test series against Zimbabwe at Bulawayo. Rashid Khan returns as Afghanistan announce Test squad for Zimbabwe series Rashid hasn't played red-ball cricket for his country since he took …

Pakistan retains Masood as captain for opening test match against England
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan retains Masood as captain for opening test match against England

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan has retained Shan Masood as its captain for the opener of the three-test home series against England and recalled left-arm spinner Noman Ali. Masood’s place as captain was under the scanner after Bangladesh routed Pakistan 2-0 for Masood’s fifth straight test defeat since he was elevated to test skipper last year. Pakistan was forced to leave out …

Naseem Shah returns to red-ball cricket as Pakistan names test squad for Bangladesh series
5 months ago

Naseem Shah returns to red-ball cricket as Pakistan names test squad for Bangladesh series

Hindustan Times  

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan fast bowler Naseem Shah has returned to red-ball cricket after 13 months as the selectors on Wednesday named a 17-member squad for this month’s home test series against Bangladesh. Naseem Shah returns to red-ball cricket as Pakistan names test squad for Bangladesh series Rawalpindi will host the first test from Aug. 21-25 while the second test match …

Naseem Shah back in red-ball cricket after 13 months as Pakistan names squad for Bangladesh tests
5 months ago

Naseem Shah back in red-ball cricket after 13 months as Pakistan names squad for Bangladesh tests

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan fast bowler Naseem Shah will return to red-ball cricket following a 13-month absence after the selectors named a 17-member squad on Wednesday for this month’s home test series against Bangladesh. The Pakistan Cricket Board said Bangladesh will arrive on Aug. 17 for the two-match series which is part of ICC’s World Test Championship. The selectors recalled fast …

Afghanistan announce squad for one-off Test against Ireland; Rahmanullah Gurbaz in line for potential debut
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Afghanistan announce squad for one-off Test against Ireland; Rahmanullah Gurbaz in line for potential debut

India TV News  

Afghanistan Cricket Board announced a strong squad for the one-off Test match against Ireland on Monday, February 26. The star wicketkeeper batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz is included in the team for his potential debut in red-ball cricket but the ace spin bowler Rashid Khan continues to miss out due to injury. We have thoroughly monitored the proceedings and have picked the …

Afghanistan announce squad for one-off Test vs Sri Lanka, Rashid Khan still injured
11 months, 1 week ago

Afghanistan announce squad for one-off Test vs Sri Lanka, Rashid Khan still injured

India TV News  

Afghanistan have announced their squad for the one-off Test match against Sri Lanka that will be played from February 2 to February 6 at the Sinhalese Sports Club Cricket Ground in Colombo. The squad has been picked after the players underwent two-week preparation camp in Nangarhar followed by a 10-day conditioning camp in Abu Dhabi. We have thoroughly monitored the …

Pakistan make two massive changes for third Test against Australia, young batter set to make debut
1 year ago

Pakistan make two massive changes for third Test against Australia, young batter set to make debut

India TV News  

The ongoing Test series between Pakistan and Australia is set to conclude with the third and final game to be played Sydney from January 3. Like they did in the first couple of Tests, both sides have announced their playing XIs a day before the Test match with the visitors making two massive changes to their line-up. Struggling opener Imam-ul-Haq …

AUS vs PAK: Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf pulls out of Test tour of Australia
1 year, 1 month ago

AUS vs PAK: Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf pulls out of Test tour of Australia

The Hindu  

Fast bowler Haris Rauf pulled out of the Pakistan team and three uncapped players were named Monday in an 18-member squad for the Test tour of Australia. Newly appointed chief selector Wahab Riaz said Rauf was in the plans for Pakistan’s three Test matches in Australia, but the express fast bowler pulled out on Sunday night despite confirming his availability …

Pakistan call up 3 uncapped players for Australia tour
1 year, 1 month ago

Pakistan call up 3 uncapped players for Australia tour

Hindustan Times  

Shan Masood will be leading the 18-member squad against Australia with new chief selector, Wahab Riaz also recalling left-arm pacer, Mir Hamza for the tour for which nine players from the World Cup squad have also been retained. HT Image Pakistan plays three Tests before moving on to New Zealand for five T20 internationals but Wahab only named the Test …

Pakistan announce Test squad for Australia tour with new captain Shan Masood
1 year, 1 month ago

Pakistan announce Test squad for Australia tour with new captain Shan Masood

India TV News  

Pakistan have announced their 18-member squad for the upcoming Australia tour. The two teams are scheduled to lock horns in three Test matches starting from December 14 in Perth while Pakistan will also play a four-day arm-up game against Prime Ministers XI from December 6 in Canberra. Opening batter Saim Ayub, and pacer Khurram Shahzad have earned Test call-ups and …

Shan Masood, Shaheen Afridi named Pakistan Test and T20I captain
1 year, 1 month ago

Shan Masood, Shaheen Afridi named Pakistan Test and T20I captain

The Hindu  

Shan Masood and Shaheen Afridi were named Pakistan captain for Test and T20s, respectively after Babar Azam stepped down from the post. The onus now is not just on the leader but on everyone to take Pakistan’s red ball team forward, create an identity, prepare the kind of a blueprint that would excite our fans.” The PCB said that Masood …

Pakistan name ICC Cricket World Cup squad, injured pacer Naseem Shah out
1 year, 3 months ago

Pakistan name ICC Cricket World Cup squad, injured pacer Naseem Shah out

Al Jazeera  

Pakistan to play without key fast bowler Shah, who has been replaced by Hasan Ali in the 15-member World Cup squad. The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced its 15-member team for the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, confirming that an injured Naseem Shah will be on a lengthy layoff. The announcement of the Pakistan squad comes two days after …

PAK vs AFG: Rashid Khan to lead strong Afghanistan squad for Pakistan series
1 year, 9 months ago

PAK vs AFG: Rashid Khan to lead strong Afghanistan squad for Pakistan series

The Hindu  

Wily spinner Rashid Khan will lead a strong 17-man Afghanistan squad in the Twenty20 International series against Pakistan starting in Sharjah this week, selectors announced on Tuesday. Afghanistan Cricket Board chief executive Naseeb Khan said the best available players had been chosen. “Our team has been working hard in training camp and selectors have selected the best available players for …

PAK vs NZ, Test series: Hasan Ali returns as Pakistan names Test squad
2 years ago

PAK vs NZ, Test series: Hasan Ali returns as Pakistan names Test squad

The Hindu  

Pakistan has recalled pace bowler Hasan Ali and named uncapped batsman Kamran Ghulam in its 16-member squad for the two-Test series against New Zealand, beginning here on Monday. Kamran, who was earlier named in Pakistan’s Test squad but didn’t get a chance to make his debut, replaces veteran Azhar Ali. The national selectors have also released pace bowler Muhammad Ali …

Pakistan rests Shaheen Afridi, names mystery spinner Abrar Ahmed for Test series against England
2 years, 1 month ago

Pakistan rests Shaheen Afridi, names mystery spinner Abrar Ahmed for Test series against England

The Hindu  

Pakistan has named uncapped mystery spinner Abrar Ahmed and fast bowler Mohammad Ali in its 18-member squad for next month’s three-Test home series against England. England toured Pakistan before the T20 World Cup in Australia for a seven-match Twenty20 series and went onto beat Pakistan in the T20 World Cup final at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Pakistan will be without …

Pakistan Cricket Board announces Test squad for upcoming home Tests against England, surprise names included
2 years, 1 month ago

Pakistan Cricket Board announces Test squad for upcoming home Tests against England, surprise names included

India TV News  

Babar Azam's Pakistan team ended the World Cup on a pretty high note. The Pakistan Cricket Board earlier today announced an 18-man Test squad that will take on Ben Stokes and his troops, the mighty English side with Baz McCullum at the helm of the red ball format. For the series that is to be contested shortly, they have named …

Pakistan vs Australia: Faheem Ashraf, Hasan Ali ruled out of first Test due to fitness issues
2 years, 10 months ago

Pakistan vs Australia: Faheem Ashraf, Hasan Ali ruled out of first Test due to fitness issues

Firstpost  

The Pakistan Cricket Board said batter Iftikhar Ahmed and young all-rounder Muhammad Wasim junior will replace the two in the Pakistan squad for the first Test in Rawalpindi. Karachi: Pakistan’s experienced all-rounder Faheem Ashraf and pacer Hasan Ali were on Sunday ruled out of the first Test against Australia, beginning on Friday, due to fitness issues. The Pakistan Cricket Board …

Pakistan names 16-member squad for home Test series against Australia, Shaun Tait appointed bowling coach
2 years, 11 months ago

Pakistan names 16-member squad for home Test series against Australia, Shaun Tait appointed bowling coach

The Hindu  

Fast bowler Haris Rauf and opener Shan Masood were recalled in the 16-member Pakistan squad for the upcoming three-match home Test series against Australia beginning on March 4. Former Australia quick Shaun Tait will take over as fast bowling coach for 12 months, while Mohammad Yousuf has been appointed as the batting coach for this series. "Haris Rauf, who was …

Fawad Alam's 124 lifts Pakistan on day 3, 2nd test vs West Indies
3 years, 4 months ago

Fawad Alam's 124 lifts Pakistan on day 3, 2nd test vs West Indies

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan batsman Fawad Alam resumed an innings which began on day one and completed a century on day three of the second cricket test against the West Indies on Sunday, guiding his team to a strong position in a severely rain-affected match. Fawad Alam's 124 lifts Pakistan on day 3, 2nd test vs West Indies Fawad was 124 not out …

WI vs PAK 2nd Test | Babar Azam, Fawad Alam rescue Pakistan on Day 1
3 years, 4 months ago

WI vs PAK 2nd Test | Babar Azam, Fawad Alam rescue Pakistan on Day 1

India TV News  

Skipper Babar Azam and Fawad Alam scored half centuries as Pakistan staged a remarkable recovery on the opening day of the second Test against the West Indies at Sabina Park on Saturday, finishing the day on 212/4 after reeling at 2/3 in the early stages. Azam brought up his 18th Test fifty with a back-foot drive for four, while Alam …

Pakistan Test players to leave for West Indies on July 26
3 years, 5 months ago

Pakistan Test players to leave for West Indies on July 26

India TV News  

The West Indies-bound Pakistan Test players will depart for Barbados on July 26, according to the Pakistan Cricket Board. The 11 players that will join the remaining Test players in the West Indies finished their 10-day training and conditioning camp at the National Stadium Karachi on Saturday. The final round of testing will be conducted on July 24 before the …

PAK vs SA 2nd Test: Babar Azam, Fawad Alam revive Pakistan on rain-hit Day 1
3 years, 11 months ago

PAK vs SA 2nd Test: Babar Azam, Fawad Alam revive Pakistan on rain-hit Day 1

India TV News  

Captain Babar Azam and Fawad Alam revived Pakistan with a century stand to be 145-3 against South Africa on a rain-hit first day of the second cricket test on Thursday. Pakistan was in trouble early after left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj took two wickets in 10 balls and fast bowler Andrich Nortje had Abid Ali caught at forward short leg. South …

Pak vs SA, 1st Test: Fawad Alam Thanks Coach Misbah For Support Amid Criticism From Pak Fans
3 years, 11 months ago

Pak vs SA, 1st Test: Fawad Alam Thanks Coach Misbah For Support Amid Criticism From Pak Fans

ABP News  

Pakistan middle-order batsman, Fawad Alam has been in the mix of things for Pakistan since 2009. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Pakistan's Head Coach Misbah-ul-Haq and bowling coach Waqar Younis have come under a lot of fire after the 2-0 loss in New Zealand.<br><br>Pakistan have lost 5 out of 10 Tests since their appointments.<br><br>A series win in the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PAKvSA?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel='nofollow'>#PAKvSA</a> series …

Highlights, Pakistan vs South Africa, 1st Test, Day 3 in Karachi, Full Cricket Score: Proteas 187/4 at stumps after late collapse
3 years, 11 months ago

Highlights, Pakistan vs South Africa, 1st Test, Day 3 in Karachi, Full Cricket Score: Proteas 187/4 at stumps after late collapse

Firstpost  

Toggle between the tabs to switch between live scorecard and ball-by-ball commentary Day 2, report: Fawad Alam gave further evidence of his considerable patience with a grafting century which helped Pakistan take a useful first innings lead over South Africa on the second day of the first Test in Karachi on Wednesday. Azhar Ali and Faheem Ashraf also weighed in …

Pakistan vs South Africa: Fawad Alam smashes third Test ton to put hosts on top on Day 2 at Karachi
3 years, 11 months ago

Pakistan vs South Africa: Fawad Alam smashes third Test ton to put hosts on top on Day 2 at Karachi

Firstpost  

Alam hit nine fours and two sixes in a patient 109 off 245 balls, compiled in just under six hours, to help his team reach 308-8 at stumps. Karachi: Fawad Alam’s third Test century put Pakistan in charge on the second day of the first Test against South Africa on Wednesday. The 35-year-old Alam hit nine fours and two sixes …

Fawad Alam century leads Pakistan to 308-8 against South Africa
3 years, 11 months ago

Fawad Alam century leads Pakistan to 308-8 against South Africa

The Hindu  

Fawad Alam’s third Test century put Pakistan in charge on the second day of the first Test against South Africa on Wednesday. The 35-year-old Alam hit nine fours and two sixes in a patient 109 off 245 balls, compiled in just under six hours, to help his team reach 308-8 at stumps. READ| Pakistan was in trouble overnight on 33-4 …

Fawad Alam's century leads Pakistan to 308-8 vs South Africa
3 years, 11 months ago

Fawad Alam's century leads Pakistan to 308-8 vs South Africa

Hindustan Times  

Fawad Alam’s third test century put Pakistan in charge on the second day of the first test against South Africa on Wednesday. Pakistan's Fawad Alam celebrates after scoring a century during the second day of the first cricket test match between Pakistan and South Africa at the National Stadium, in Karachi The 35-year-old Alam hit nine fours and two sixes …

PAK vs SA, 1st Test: Fawad Alam century leads Pakistan to 308-8 against South Africa
3 years, 11 months ago

PAK vs SA, 1st Test: Fawad Alam century leads Pakistan to 308-8 against South Africa

India TV News  

Fawad Alam’s third test century put Pakistan in charge on the second day of the first test against South Africa on Wednesday. The 35-year-old Alam hit nine fours and two sixes in a patient 109 off 245 balls, compiled in just under six hours, to help his team reach 308-8 at stumps. He finally got his chance against England last …

PAK vs SA: Fawad Alam first Pakistan batsman to join elusive club following 3rd Test century
3 years, 11 months ago

PAK vs SA: Fawad Alam first Pakistan batsman to join elusive club following 3rd Test century

India TV News  

Pakistan batsman Fawad Alam on Wednesday scored his third Test century in the opening game of the two-Test series against South Africa at the National Stadium in Karachi and with his triple-figure mark, he joined an elusive group being the first from his nation. Fawad is the first Pakistan batsman to convert each of his first three half-centuries into a …

Pakistan include nine uncapped players in Test squad for home series against South Africa
3 years, 11 months ago

Pakistan include nine uncapped players in Test squad for home series against South Africa

Hindustan Times  

A fit-again Babar Azam returned while Shan Masood, Haris Sohail, and Imam-ul-Haq were axed for poor form as the Pakistan Cricket Board included nine uncapped cricketers in the home Test squad for two-match series against South Africa. Top scoring batsmen Saud Shakeel, Kamran Ghulam, allrounder Agha Salman, left-arm spinner Nauman Ali, off-spinner Sajid Khan and fast bowlers Hasan Ali and …

BBL: Afghan Zahir Khan to play first match after quarantine - Cricket News - Sportstar
4 years ago

BBL: Afghan Zahir Khan to play first match after quarantine - Cricket News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

After nearly a month-long quarantine, Melbourne Stars and Afghanistan import Zahir Khan is going to see his first action of the Big Bash Twenty20 league on Saturday. 'Need more Tests' “Everyone in Afghanistan is very excited about that Test,” Zahir told Australian Associated Press. Our team doesn’t have that much experience in Test cricket, so we need more games in …

Pakistan leave out Mohammad Amir, Shoaib Malik in 35-member squad Test and T20Is in New Zealand
4 years, 2 months ago

Pakistan leave out Mohammad Amir, Shoaib Malik in 35-member squad Test and T20Is in New Zealand

India Today  

On Wednesday, November 11, the Pakistan Cricket Board announced a 35-member squad that will be visiting New Zealand in December. Pakistan head coach and chief selector Misbah-ul-Haq has explained to us about the striking exclusions of senior players Mohammad Amir, Shoaib Malik and Asad Shafiq. “These unprecedented Covid-19 times provide a unique opportunity to some of the most talented and …

England announces 14-man squad for Pakistan T20 series
4 years, 4 months ago

England announces 14-man squad for Pakistan T20 series

The Hindu  

England named a 14-man Twenty20 squad on Tuesday for the upcoming three-match series against Pakistan. “In this crowded international summer, players who are currently in the test match bio-secure bubble for the Pakistan test series are not included in this squad,” national selector Ed Smith said in a statement. “We want to give multi-format players some opportunity to rest and …

ENG vs PAK: Fawad Alam not alone, John Traicos tops the list
4 years, 4 months ago

ENG vs PAK: Fawad Alam not alone, John Traicos tops the list

The Hindu  

On Thursday, Pakistan cricketer Fawad Alam returned to the Test fold after 11 years. After two Tests against the Islanders and one against New Zealand a decade ago, the left-handed batsman made the final XI for the second Test against England in Southampton in August 2020. John Traicos had made his Test debut representing South Africa in 1970. On return …

Eng vs Pak: Pakistan players train in Manchester ahead of first Test
4 years, 5 months ago

Eng vs Pak: Pakistan players train in Manchester ahead of first Test

The Hindu  

The Pakistan players got down to a full training session in a Manchester on Monday ahead of the three-match Test series against England starting August 5. Pakistan spin bowling coach Mushtaq Ahmed was seen having a chat with Shadab Khan, Yasir Shah and Kashif Bhatti. Pakistan has announced a 20-man squad which sees fast bowler Wahab Riaz and wicketkeeper-batsman Sarfaraz …

England vs Pakistan: Visitors name Fawad Alam in 20-man squad for upcoming Test series
4 years, 5 months ago

England vs Pakistan: Visitors name Fawad Alam in 20-man squad for upcoming Test series

Firstpost  

Batsman Fawad Alam could make a comeback to Pakistan’s Test team after 11 years after been named in the 20-member squad along with two specialist spinners, for the upcoming Test series against England. The tour selection committee headed by head coach and chief selector, Misbah-ul-Haq left out batsmen Ifthikar Ahmed, Khushdil Shah, Fakhar Zaman and uncapped Haider Ali, handing Fawad …

England vs Pakistan: Sarfaraz Ahmed, Wahab Riaz back as visitors announce 20-man squad for Test series
4 years, 5 months ago

England vs Pakistan: Sarfaraz Ahmed, Wahab Riaz back as visitors announce 20-man squad for Test series

India Today  

Pakistan on Monday announced a 20-man squad to take on England in the upcoming 3-Test series from August 5 to 25. Sarfaraz Ahmed, Fawad Aam Wahab Riaz were notable inclusion as the veteran players returned to the squad for the much-anticipated Test series. "Following the conclusion of two four-day intra-squad matches, Pakistan shortlisted the squad for the three-match Test series …

Mohammad Amir to join Pakistan squad for England T20 series
4 years, 5 months ago

Mohammad Amir to join Pakistan squad for England T20 series

The Hindu  

Pakistan head coach and chief selector Misbah-ul-Haq has said that time is running out for young pace bowler Haris Rauf to join the national team in England in time for the Test and T20 series. Rauf, who made a surprise Pakistan debut in the T20 series against Bangladesh at home early this year, has consistently tested positive in his Covid-19 …

Ramiz Raja says Pakistan need to give Fawad Alam a second chance to revive his Test career
4 years, 5 months ago

Ramiz Raja says Pakistan need to give Fawad Alam a second chance to revive his Test career

Firstpost  

Former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja believes left-handed batsman Fawad Alam deserves to be given a second chance to revive his Test career in the upcoming series against England to be played in a bio-secure environment. “I think the way he has performed consistently in domestic cricket, he deserves a chance now as age is not on his side,” Ramiz said …

Fawad Alam deserves second chance to revive Test career: Ramiz Raja
4 years, 5 months ago

Fawad Alam deserves second chance to revive Test career: Ramiz Raja

The Hindu  

Former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja believes left-handed batsman Fawad Alam deserves to be given a second chance to revive his Test career in the upcoming series against England to be played in a bio-secure environment. “I think the way he has performed consistently in domestic cricket, he deserves a chance now as age is not on his side,” Ramiz said …

Pakistan announces 29-player squad for England tour
4 years, 6 months ago

Pakistan announces 29-player squad for England tour

The Hindu  

Young Haider Ali was rewarded for his stupendous recent form with a maiden international call-up for Pakistan’s ‘bio-secure’ tour of England in August-September. Pacer Sohail Khan made a return to the national side after four years as Pakistan Cricket Board announced a 29-player squad for three Tests and as many T20Is. READ | He was Pakistan U19’s second most successful …

Naseem Shah could be replaced from U-19 WC squad: PCB source
5 years, 1 month ago

Naseem Shah could be replaced from U-19 WC squad: PCB source

The Hindu  

Pakistan’s 16-year-old pace sensation Naseem Shah is likely to be replaced in the national squad for the ICC U-19 World Cup after he was called up for the home Test series against Sri Lanka, on Sunday. RELATED| Pakistan's 16-year-old Naseem Shah tipped for the top “Two reserve pacers have already been named in the camp and if Naseem is required …

Pakistan Recall 34-Year-Old Batsman Fawad Alam After 10 Years
5 years, 1 month ago

Pakistan Recall 34-Year-Old Batsman Fawad Alam After 10 Years

The Quint  

Misbah said Musa will remain with the test squad and will continue working with bowling coach Waqar Younis. "Our thinking is that we need consistency in the team and that's the reason we didn't make a lot of changes for the series against Sri Lanka," Misbah said. Misbah was given three responsibilities — chief selector, head coach and batting coach …

Pakistan vs Sri Lanka: Hosts recall batsman Fawad Alam after 10 years for historic Test series
5 years, 1 month ago

Pakistan vs Sri Lanka: Hosts recall batsman Fawad Alam after 10 years for historic Test series

Firstpost  

Pakistan’s chief selector and head coach Misbah-ul-Haq said Fawad Alam has been recalled to the Test squad because of his recent prolific scoring in domestic cricket. Islamabad: Pakistan has recalled 34-year-old middle-order batsman Fawad Alam for the first time in 10 years for the Test series against Sri Lanka. Chief selector and head coach Misbah-ul-Haq said Saturday that the lef-thanded …

Fawad Alam Returns After 10 Years As Pakistan Announce Squad For SL Tests
5 years, 1 month ago

Fawad Alam Returns After 10 Years As Pakistan Announce Squad For SL Tests

ABP News  

Following his great form in the domestic circuit, batsman Fawad Alam has earned a Test call-up after 10 years, for the upcoming historic two-Test series against Sri Lanka. Fawad has so far played three Tests for Pakistan in which he has scored 250 runs, including one century. On the other hand, left-arm pacer Usman Khan Shinwari has earned a maiden …

Australia vs Pakistan: Sarfaraz Ahmed axed from Test and T20I squads; Khushdil Shah, Usman Qadir receive maiden call up
5 years, 2 months ago

Australia vs Pakistan: Sarfaraz Ahmed axed from Test and T20I squads; Khushdil Shah, Usman Qadir receive maiden call up

Firstpost  

Pakistan dropped former skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed from the country’s T20 and Test squads for their upcoming Australian tour on Monday, while experienced players Shoaib Malik and Mohammad Hafeez were also given the axe in the shorter format. Lahore: Pakistan dropped former skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed from the country’s T20I and Test squads for their upcoming Australian tour on Monday, while experienced …

Pakistan drops Sarfaraz, Malik from Australia tour
5 years, 2 months ago

Pakistan drops Sarfaraz, Malik from Australia tour

The Hindu  

Pakistan dropped former skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed from the country's Twenty20 and Test squads for its upcoming Australian tour on Monday, while experienced players Shoaib Malik and Mohammad Hafeez were also given the axe in the shorter format. “We have some exciting youngsters in the pace squad who could be surprise packages.” The Test pace attack -- hampered by the untimely …

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan: Shapoor Zadran gets maiden Test call-up as visitors make six new changes in squad
5 years, 4 months ago

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan: Shapoor Zadran gets maiden Test call-up as visitors make six new changes in squad

Firstpost  

Kabul: Afghanistan has named uncapped opening batsman Ibrahim Zadran and leg-spinner Qais Ahmed in its 15-member squad for a one-off test against Bangladesh next month. Reuters Experienced left-arm fast bowler Shapoor Zadran, who has never played test cricket, is also part of the team. Squads: Test squad: Rashid Khan, Asghar Afghan, Mohammad Nabi, Ihsanullah, Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi, …

Truth is bitter: Junaid Khan reacts after axe from Pakistan World Cup squad
5 years, 7 months ago

Truth is bitter: Junaid Khan reacts after axe from Pakistan World Cup squad

India Today  

Pakistan fast bowler Junaid Khan on Monday shared a cryptic picture on his social media account after he was removed from the World Cup squad by Pakistan national selectors. From the 15-player provisional squad, which was announced on 18 April, the selectors have replaced Abid Ali and Junaid Khan with Asif Ali and Mohammad Amir, respectively, while Wahab Riaz has …

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