Mohammad Amir's cheeky tweet takes internet by storm after Shaheen Afridi gets ruled out of Asia Cup 2022
2 years, 7 months ago

Mohammad Amir's cheeky tweet takes internet by storm after Shaheen Afridi gets ruled out of Asia Cup 2022

Hindustan Times  

On Saturday, the Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed the ruling out of Shaheen Afridi from the men's Asia Cup 2022, that begins on August 27. Mohammad Amir; Shaheen Afridi Following the development, a certain Pakistan left-arm pacer had a rather cheeky reaction. The board said that while Shaheen has been ruled out of the T20 Asia Cup and the seven-match T20 home series against England, he is expected to return to competitive cricket in October with the New Zealand tri-series, which will be followed by the ICC T20 World Cup in Australia. Shaheen who suffered a right knee ligament injury while fielding during the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle last month was selected in the Pakistan ODI squad and Asia Cup team despite his injury with chief selector, Mohammad Wasim, insisting he would be better off being looked after by the team doctor, physio and trainer.

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Seifert, bowlers help New Zealand go 2-0 up vs Pakistan with 5-wicket win in 2nd T20I
3 days, 17 hours ago

Seifert, bowlers help New Zealand go 2-0 up vs Pakistan with 5-wicket win in 2nd T20I

India Today  

New Zealand took a 2-0 lead in the five-match T20I series against Pakistan with a five-wicket win in the second T20I on Tuesday, March 18 at University Oval, Dunedin. After two quick blows, a brief 31-run stand between captain Salman Agha and Irfan Khan helped Pakistan complete 50 in 6.3 overs before Ish Sodhi rocked them again with two wickets …

'There's perception that Pakistan has best seamers. No': England's World Cup winner crushes Shaheen, Haris, Naseem myth
6 days, 9 hours ago

'There's perception that Pakistan has best seamers. No': England's World Cup winner crushes Shaheen, Haris, Naseem myth

Hindustan Times  

Moeen Ali has cast doubt over the widely-held perception that Pakistan possesses one of the best fast-bowling trio in world cricket. The former England all-rounder believes that while Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, and Naseem Shah are talented, they do not rank among the absolute best in the game today. Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah during Champions Trophy …

Shahid Afridi has his personal agendas: Ex-PCB chief blasts Pakistan great, strikes down ICC for 'totally wrong' conduct
6 days, 11 hours ago

Shahid Afridi has his personal agendas: Ex-PCB chief blasts Pakistan great, strikes down ICC for 'totally wrong' conduct

Hindustan Times  

The era when Pakistan reigned as a cricketing powerhouse feels like a distant memory. Recently, former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi shared a striking revelation: the current PCB chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, admitted to him that he lacks knowledge about cricket. 'Disappointing how ICC managed Champions Trophy hosting' Pakistan hosted the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 under a hybrid model, with India’s …

'Pakistan cricket is in ICU': Shahid Afridi goes no-holds-barred after Champions Trophy disaster, hammers PCB
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1 week, 2 days ago

'Pakistan cricket is in ICU': Shahid Afridi goes no-holds-barred after Champions Trophy disaster, hammers PCB

Hindustan Times  

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi didn't hold back in his assessment of Pakistan's cricketing setup, comparing it to a critically ill patient. Afridi's remarks come after Pakistan were knocked out in the group stage of the Champions Trophy without a win, facing defeats to arch-rivals India and New Zealand. Afridi also openly criticized the return of all-rounder Shadab Khan to …

'Pakistan cricket is in ICU': Shahid Afridi slams team selection post-Champions Trophy disaster
1 week, 2 days ago

'Pakistan cricket is in ICU': Shahid Afridi slams team selection post-Champions Trophy disaster

Firstpost  

Former Pakistan captain and all-rounder Shahid Afridi slammed the team’s selection for the upcoming tour of New Zealand, their first assignment after the embarrassing first-round exit from the ICC Champions Trophy. Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi with the winner's trophy during the Champions Trophy Group B match between England and South Africa in Karachi. AP Legendary all-rounder Shahid Afridi described …

Pakistan Cricket Is In ICU Because Of Incorrect Decisions: Afridi
1 week, 3 days ago

Pakistan Cricket Is In ICU Because Of Incorrect Decisions: Afridi

ABP News  

Former captain Shahid Afridi has questioned the return of all-rounder Shadab Khan to the national T20 squad, saying Pakistan cricket is in ICU because of incorrect decisions. Out of favor since the last T20 World Cup, Shadab was recalled and also appointed vice captain to Salman Ali Agha in Pakistan's T20 squad for the away series against New Zealand. The …

Pakistan announces Salman Agha as T20I captain for New Zealand tour, Rizwan to continue as ODI skipper
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Pakistan announces Salman Agha as T20I captain for New Zealand tour, Rizwan to continue as ODI skipper

The Hindu  

Salman Ali Agha was named Pakistan’s new T20I captain on Tuesday after the national selection committee decided to axe Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan for the New Zealand series. Following Pakistan’s abysmal performance in the Champions Trophy, the Aaqib Javed-led selection committee decided to pick a young T20I squad, keeping in mind two major upcoming tournaments, the ACC Men’s T20 …

‘Shaheen, Naseem, Haris’ skills not enough': Pace trio not spared in brutal assessment; Pakistan urged to move on
3 weeks, 4 days ago

‘Shaheen, Naseem, Haris’ skills not enough': Pace trio not spared in brutal assessment; Pakistan urged to move on

Hindustan Times  

Former skipper Mohammad Hafeez has lashed out at the Pakistan pace trio of Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf after they suffered a six-wicket defeat to arch-rivals India on Saturday in Dubai. Hafeez pointed out that the Pakistan team has set high expectations from the three pacers since the 2022 T20 World Cup but failed to deliver whenever it …

IND vs PAK: Shaheen Afridi castles Rohit Sharma with a searing yorker in Dubai; watch video
3 weeks, 5 days ago

IND vs PAK: Shaheen Afridi castles Rohit Sharma with a searing yorker in Dubai; watch video

Firstpost  

Skipper Rohit Sharma was off to a fiery start in India’s chase of the 242-run target set by Pakistan, racing to 20 with the help of three fours and a six, when he was castled by a searing yorker from left-arm quick Shaheen Shah Afridi. Rohit Sharma walks back to the pavilion after getting castled by Shaheen Shah Afridi in …

IND vs PAK: Axar Patel's excellent fielding catches Imam-ul-Haq short in Dubai | Watch
3 weeks, 5 days ago

IND vs PAK: Axar Patel's excellent fielding catches Imam-ul-Haq short in Dubai | Watch

India TV News  

IND vs PAK: Axar Patel's excellent fielding catches Imam-ul-Haq short in Dubai | Watch Star India all-rounder Axar Patel pulled off an excellent direct hir run out to dismiss Pakistan's Imam-ul-HAq in the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025. After Hardik Pandya sent star batter Babar Azam packing for just 23 runs, the onus fell onto Saud Shakeel and Imam-ul-Haq's shoulders. In …

Watch: Shaheen Afridi gives 2021 vibes with deadly yorker to dismiss Rohit Sharma
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Watch: Shaheen Afridi gives 2021 vibes with deadly yorker to dismiss Rohit Sharma

India Today  

Shaheen Shah Afridi bowled an absolute peach of a delivery to dismiss Rohit Sharma in the Champions Trophy 2025 clash between India and Pakistan on Sunday, February 23 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. India vs Pakistan, Champions Trophy Updates Shaheen bowled a fast in-swinging yorker and Rohit had no clue about it. Champions Trophy Full Coverage But just when …

Shaheen Shah Afridi turns up intensity in training ahead of India vs Pakistan, Rohit and Virat better be prepared
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Shaheen Shah Afridi turns up intensity in training ahead of India vs Pakistan, Rohit and Virat better be prepared

Hindustan Times  

Hosts Pakistan began their Champions Trophy 2025 campaign on the worst possible note, crashing to a defeat against New Zealand in the opener. Meanwhile, the hosts are bottom of the standings in Group A. Pakistan's Shaheen Afridi bowls a delivery during a practice session. Ahead of the upcoming blockbuster showdown, ICC shared a video of the Pakistan pacers turning up …

IND vs PAK, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan team arrives in Dubai for India clash
1 month ago

IND vs PAK, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan team arrives in Dubai for India clash

The Hindu  

The Pakistan cricket team arrived here on Thursday for the marquee Champions Trophy 2025 clash against arch-rivals India scheduled for February 23, hoping to get its campaign back on track after the 60-run loss to New Zealand in the tournament opener. The team had left for Dubai without senior batter Fakhar Zaman, who got hurt during the opening match against …

Pakistan's injured opener Zaman out of Champions Trophy, Imam-ul-Haq named replacement
1 month ago

Pakistan's injured opener Zaman out of Champions Trophy, Imam-ul-Haq named replacement

New Indian Express  

KARACHI: Hosts Pakistan suffered a serious blow Thursday when opener Fakhar Zaman was ruled out of the Champions Trophy with an injury ahead of their crunch clash with arch-rivals India. "Twenty-nine-year-old Imam, who has played 72 ODIs, was named as a replacement after Fakhar was ruled out due to an oblique injury," the ICC said in its media release. Zaman …

Shahid Afridi ‘tempted’ to come out of retirement after Rohit Sharma makes it rain sixes in Cuttack: Gavaskar’s gem
1 month, 1 week ago

Shahid Afridi ‘tempted’ to come out of retirement after Rohit Sharma makes it rain sixes in Cuttack: Gavaskar’s gem

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma started his innings on an emphatic note in the second ODI against England and pipped West Indies batting legend Chris Gayle in an elite tally. Gavaskar taunts Shahid Afridi with retirement u-turn dig as Rohit Sharma closes-in gap in massive tally He continued his six-hitting momentum and smashed England for a couple more before the floodlight failure stopped …

Pakistan recalls Fakhar and Ashraf for Champions Trophy after injured Ayub ruled out
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan recalls Fakhar and Ashraf for Champions Trophy after injured Ayub ruled out

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Host Pakistan recalled opening batter Fakhar Zaman and allrounder Faheem Ashraf for the Champions Trophy while Saim Ayub was ruled out on Friday due to a broken ankle. Fakhar is one of three survivors along with Ashraf and Babar Azam who were part of the Pakistan squad which won the last Champions Trophy in 2017 in England. “Our …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: No Saim Ayub as Pakistan announces squad for title-defence
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: No Saim Ayub as Pakistan announces squad for title-defence

The Hindu  

Defending champion, on Friday, announced its 15-member squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, with Mohammad Rizwan set to led the team as it starts its title defence against New Zealand next month. A major absentee in the squad, however was young opener Saim Ayub, who has been turning heads in the Test series against South Africa, scoring two centuries …

England hopeful Saqib Mahmood will join India tour on time after visa delays
2 months, 1 week ago

England hopeful Saqib Mahmood will join India tour on time after visa delays

The Independent  

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Afghanistan announces Champions Trophy squad: Hashmatullah Shahidi to lead; Mujeeb Ur Rahman left out
2 months, 1 week ago

Afghanistan announces Champions Trophy squad: Hashmatullah Shahidi to lead; Mujeeb Ur Rahman left out

The Hindu  

The Afghanistan Cricket Board, on Sunday, announced that Hashmatullah Shahidi will lead the national side in its maiden ICC Men’s Champions Trophy campaign which is scheduled to begin on February 19. The bowling unit is strengthened by the presence of star tweaker Rashid Khan alongside all-rounder Mohammad Nabi, and pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi. The squad also includes Sediqullah Atal, who recently …

Afghanistan announce squad for Champions Trophy 2025; Ibrahim Zadran returns, Mujeeb Ur Rahman snubbed
2 months, 1 week ago

Afghanistan announce squad for Champions Trophy 2025; Ibrahim Zadran returns, Mujeeb Ur Rahman snubbed

India TV News  

Afghanistan announced their squad for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday, January 12. Making their historic debut at the tournament, the Hashmatullah Shahidi-led Afghan side included their star opener Ibrahim Zadran in the team but spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman was snubbed. Given this success, we have appointed Younis Khan, who has extensive international and local experience, and we …

India T20I squad for England series: Mohammed Shami makes much-awaited comeback; no Rishabh Pant, Axar vice-captain
2 months, 1 week ago

India T20I squad for England series: Mohammed Shami makes much-awaited comeback; no Rishabh Pant, Axar vice-captain

Hindustan Times  

India's star bowler, Mohammed Shami, will make his much-awaited return to international cricket this month as the 34-year-old pacer is part of the Indian T20I squad for the five-match series against England. In a media release, the BCCI stated the fast bowler needed “more time for controlled exposure to bowling loads.” Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana also retained their places …

IND vs ENG: Mohammed Shami returns, no place for Rishabh Pant in T20I squad
2 months, 1 week ago

IND vs ENG: Mohammed Shami returns, no place for Rishabh Pant in T20I squad

India Today  

Mohammed Shami has made his long-awaited return to the Indian team as he has been picked for the upcoming T20I series against England. India, however, decided to leave Rishabh Pant out of the squad for the series as they decided to go with Sanju Samson and Dhruv Jurel as the designated wicketkeepers. Jurel comes in as Pant not featured A …

Fakhar Zaman confident of returning for Pakistan at Champions Trophy
2 months, 1 week ago

Fakhar Zaman confident of returning for Pakistan at Champions Trophy

Deccan Chronicle  

Islamabad: Fakhar Zaman is confident of returning to international cricket after eight months when Pakistan hosts next month’s Champions Trophy. Fakhar hasn’t played international cricket since Pakistan’s first-round exit from the T20 World Cup last June and subsequently missed out on central contract with the Pakistan Cricket Board for the first time in eight years. “People don’t know that after …

Fakhar Zaman confident of returning for Pakistan at ICC Champions Trophy
Top News
2 months, 1 week ago

Fakhar Zaman confident of returning for Pakistan at ICC Champions Trophy

Al Jazeera  

The previously out-of-favour opener aims to make his way back into the Pakistan white-ball side as the defending champions host their first ICC event in 29 years. Pakistan’s top-order batter, Fakhar Zaman, is confident of returning to international cricket after eight months when his country hosts the ICC Champions Trophy in February and March. “I was not part of the …

South Africa aims to seal its place in WTC final in test series against Pakistan
2 months, 3 weeks ago

South Africa aims to seal its place in WTC final in test series against Pakistan

Associated Press  

CENTURION, South Africa — South Africa will be eyeing a place in the World Test Championship final with an all-seam attack against Pakistan in the first test, starting Thursday. The Proteas need to win one of its remaining two test matches in this WTC cycle to guarantee a place at the Lord’s final next year and captain Temba Bavuma believes …

'Shaheen himself requested not to be named in Test squad. Told chief selector...': PCB source opens can of worms
2 months, 3 weeks ago

'Shaheen himself requested not to be named in Test squad. Told chief selector...': PCB source opens can of worms

Hindustan Times  

Shaheen Shah Afridi was the pick of the Pakistan bowlers in the recently concluded ODI series against South Africa. Shaheen Shah Afridi himself requested to not be named in the Test squad for the upcoming series against South Africa. "The truth is Shaheen himself requested he not be considered for Test matches until the Champions Trophy is over," news agency …

Shaheen Afridi, Kamran Ghulam shine as Pakistan seal third straight overseas ODI series win
3 months ago

Shaheen Afridi, Kamran Ghulam shine as Pakistan seal third straight overseas ODI series win

India TV News  

Pakistan achieved their third consecutive ODI series victory, away from home as Mohammad Rizwan and Co handed South Africa a colossal loss in the second of the three-match series and hence took a 2-0 unassailable lead on Thursday, December 19 with a game to go. Pakistan led by Kamran Ghulam's positive intent late on the back of fifties from Rizwan …

Rashid Khan returns as Afghanistan announce Test squad for Zimbabwe series
3 months 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’s star pacer Mohammad Amir announces retirement from international cricket
3 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan’s star pacer Mohammad Amir announces retirement from international cricket

The Hindu  

Controversial Pakistan left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir bid adieu to international cricket on Saturday, months after coming out of retirement to play in the T20 World Cup. Only Amir made a successful return to international cricket and was the hero of Pakistan's Champions Trophy triumph over India in 2017 in the U.K. A key member of Pakistan's team over the years, …

Pakistan’s Mohammad Amir retires from international cricket
Top News
3 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan’s Mohammad Amir retires from international cricket

The Hindu  

Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir announced his retirement from international cricket on Saturday. “I feel this is the right time for the next generation to take the baton and elevate Pakistan Cricket to new heights.” Amir, who burst onto the scene aged 17, was instrumental in Pakistan’s 2009 T20 World Cup and the 2017 Champions Trophy triumphs. The 32-year-old had …

Mohammad Amir, Pakistan pacer who was once tipped as next Wasim Akram, retires from international cricket once again
3 months, 1 week ago

Mohammad Amir, Pakistan pacer who was once tipped as next Wasim Akram, retires from international cricket once again

Live Mint  

Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir, who was once tipped to be be the next Wasim Akram, has retired from international cricket for the second time on Saturday. The 32-year-old who had bid adieu to international cricket in 2021, decided to reverse his decision to play for the country in the T20 World Cup earlier this year. Amir's second retirement came a …

Pakistan cricket: Controversial Amir retires from international stage
3 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan cricket: Controversial Amir retires from international stage

Al Jazeera  

Mohammad Amir, who was once jailed in the United Kingdom for sport-fixing, has retired from Pakistan cricket. Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir announced his retirement from international cricket on Saturday, ending a controversial career that saw him jailed on spot-fixing charges. “After careful consideration I have taken the difficult decision to retire from international cricket,” Amir said in a post …

Pakistan's Mohammad Amir announces retirement from International cricket once again
3 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan's Mohammad Amir announces retirement from International cricket once again

India TV News  

Pakistan's star pacer Mohammad Amir has announced his retirement from International cricket once again on Saturday, December 14. Amir had come out of retirement in March 2024 and last featured in the T20 World Cup 2024. Amir played four matches in the T20 World Cup 2024. "After much thought and reflection, I have decided to retire from international cricket," Imad …

Pakistan's Mohammad Amir bids adieu to international cricket
3 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan's Mohammad Amir bids adieu to international cricket

New Indian Express  

KARACHI: Controversial Pakistan left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir bid adieu to international cricket on Saturday, months after coming out of retirement to play in the T20 World Cup. Amir, who was banned from cricket for five years between 2010 and 2015 on spot-fixing charges and was briefly jailed for his crime, had retired from all forms of international cricket in 2020. …

Shaheen Shah Afridi becomes first Pakistan pacer to pick 100 wickets in all formats
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3 months, 1 week ago

Shaheen Shah Afridi becomes first Pakistan pacer to pick 100 wickets in all formats

Deccan Chronicle  

Star pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi created history after he picked three wickets in the first T20I against South Africa in Durban to become the only Pakistan bowler to pick 100 wickets in all three formats. Additionally, he became the youngest pacer in the world to do the feat and only the third from Pakistan to pick 100 T20I wickets. However, …

Shaheen Afridi Outshines PAK Bowling Legends Wasim Akram & Waqar Younis For THIS Record
Top News
3 months, 1 week ago

Shaheen Afridi Outshines PAK Bowling Legends Wasim Akram & Waqar Younis For THIS Record

ABP News  

Shaheen Afridi, Pakistan’s ace speedster, made history as he became the first Pakistani bowler to take 100 wickets across all three formats of international cricket. ALSO ON ABP Live | ICC Reprimand Star Windies Pacer For Abusing Umpire During WI Vs BAN 1st ODI Shaheen also became the third Pakistani bowler to achieve 100 T20I wickets, joining Haris Rauf and …

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

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 …

SA vs PAK: Babar Azam returns to Test squad for Proteas series, Shaheen Afridi missing
3 months, 2 weeks ago

SA vs PAK: Babar Azam returns to Test squad for Proteas series, Shaheen Afridi missing

The Hindu  

Babar Azam on Wednesday returned to the fold in Pakistan’s Test squad for its two-match series against South Africa while pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi was not named in the xx-member team. Babar and Shaheen, however, were a part of the ODI side that won the three-match series 2-1 against Australia and continue to feeature in the side for the Proteas …

Pakistan drops Shaheen Afridi for South Africa tour ahead of Champions Trophy 2025; here’s why
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan drops Shaheen Afridi for South Africa tour ahead of Champions Trophy 2025; here’s why

Live Mint  

Speedster Shaheen Afridi has been left out of Pakistan's squad for a two-test series in South Africa in a bid to keep him fresh for the Champions Trophy 2025 at home next year, the country's cricket board said on Wednesday. “Shaheen Afridi, who also missed the last two tests against England, has been picked for the white-ball matches as part …

PCB Announce Squad For South Africa Tour; 'Multan Test Hero' Shockingly Misses Out
3 months, 2 weeks ago

PCB Announce Squad For South Africa Tour; 'Multan Test Hero' Shockingly Misses Out

ABP News  

Pakistan's Tour Of South Africa 2024: Pakistan Cricket Board have officially announced the Pakistan squad of all formats for their upcoming tour of South Africa on Wednesday, December 4, as the side eyes intense preparation for ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and a place in World Test Championship Final 2025. Pakistan Squads For South Africa Tour: Tests: Shan Masood, Saud Shakeel, …

Pakistan announce Test squad for South Africa series; Shaheen Afridi, Sajid Khan left out, Babar Azam returns
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan announce Test squad for South Africa series; Shaheen Afridi, Sajid Khan left out, Babar Azam returns

India TV News  

Pakistan have named all three squads for the multi-format tour of South Africa, set to kick off on December 10 with a three-match T20 series, followed by as many ODIs and a couple of Test matches. Pakistan saw a return for Babar Azam and pacer Naseem Shah into the Test team for the two crucial World Test Championship matches against …

Champions Trophy in mind, Shaheen Afridi rested for South Africa Tests
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Champions Trophy in mind, Shaheen Afridi rested for South Africa Tests

India Today  

Pakistan star pacer Shaheen Afridi has been rested for the upcoming two-match Test series against South Africa as part of Pakistan's preparation for the ICC Champions Trophy, set to begin on February 19. Despite his exclusion, the 23-year-old will feature in the T20I series beginning December 10. ðŸšè Pakistan squads announced for South Africa tour ðŸšè 🗓️ 3️⃣ T20Is, 3️⃣ …

Pakistan rest Afridi for South Africa Tests with eye on Champions Trophy
3 months, 2 weeks ago

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 …

Sri Lanka A to leave Pakistan tour midway due to political protests
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Sri Lanka A to leave Pakistan tour midway due to political protests

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka’s A team will return home midway from their ongoing series against Pakistan Shaheens due to intense political protests in Islamabad. The PCB confirmed on Tuesday that following consultation with the Sri Lankan board, it has postponed the last two 50-over matches between Pakistan Shaheens and Sri Lanka A. The postponed matches were scheduled to be played in Rawalpindi …

Shaheen Afridi's magical setup inflicts Aaron Hardie brain-fade moment during PAK vs AUS 3rd ODI
4 months, 1 week ago

Shaheen Afridi's magical setup inflicts Aaron Hardie brain-fade moment during PAK vs AUS 3rd ODI

Hindustan Times  

Shaheen Afridi has struggled with a difficult few months in international cricket, not quite finding the threatening combination of pace and sharp swing which made him one of the best bowlers in world cricket in years past. Shaheen Afridi celebrates the wicket of Aaron Hardie during the 3rd ODI in Perth, Afridi bowled to top order batters Matt Short, Aaron …

Nail-Biting Catch! India-A Triumphs Over Pakistan-A in Emerging T20 Asia Cup 2024
5 months ago

Nail-Biting Catch! India-A Triumphs Over Pakistan-A in Emerging T20 Asia Cup 2024

ABP News  

India-A emerged victorious in their Round 1 match against Pakistan-A in the Emerging T20 Asia Cup 2024. Ramandeep Singh's stunning catch in the final over proved to be the game-changer, securing a 7-run win for India-A. Anshul Kamboj's bowling prowess and the team's disciplined bowling kept Pakistan-A at bay throughout the match. The match showcased the thrilling rivalry between the …

KL Rahul considered as Rishabh Pant's back-up after Agarkar's fresh selection call ahead of 2nd Bangladesh Test: Report
5 months, 3 weeks ago

KL Rahul considered as Rishabh Pant's back-up after Agarkar's fresh selection call ahead of 2nd Bangladesh Test: Report

Hindustan Times  

BCCI's selection committee, headed by Ajit Agarkar, on Tuesday, named the 15-member Rest of India squad for the upcoming Irani Cup match against Mumbai, slated to begin on October 1 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. India's Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul at a warm-up session With first-choice wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant making an …

Babar Azam vs Shaheen Afridi rivalry renewed as Pakistan pacer wins 1st round in Champions Cup, unleashes trademark pose
6 months, 1 week ago

Babar Azam vs Shaheen Afridi rivalry renewed as Pakistan pacer wins 1st round in Champions Cup, unleashes trademark pose

Hindustan Times  

Babar Azam began his Champions One-Day Cup campaign with a promising 76, showing signs of returning to form after a series of disappointing international performances. Shaheen Afridi with his trademark celebration after dismissing Babar Azam Babar’s dismissal came in the 35th over when he attempted to pull a bouncer from Afridi over the fine-leg boundary. After Masood's departure to Faisal …

Pakistan drops Shaheen Afridi for second Test against Bangladesh
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan drops Shaheen Afridi for second Test against Bangladesh

The Hindu  

After facing criticism for heavy defeat in the series-opener, Pakistan on Thursday dropped left-arm fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi from the must-win second Test against Bangladesh. READ | Buchanan tips Australia to beat India in Border Gavaskar Trophy “Everything aside including allowances for weather and breaks, we need to be better to get through overs better.” Pakistan were fined 30 …

Pakistan announce playing 12 for 2nd Test against Bangladesh, drop Shaheen Afridi for must-win clash
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan announce playing 12 for 2nd Test against Bangladesh, drop Shaheen Afridi for must-win clash

India TV News  

Pakistan are in a must-win situation having gone negative in the ongoing two-match Test series against Bangladesh and they have dropped their spearhead pace bowler Shaheen Afridi for the second match in Rawalpindi, starting Friday, August 30. Pakistan announced their 12 for the second and final match of the Test series and Shaheen, the former vice-captain, was nowhere to be …

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