Shahid Afridi blasts Babar for 'not supporting Shaheen...': 'Even selectors said he doesn't know how to do captaincy'
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Shahid Afridi blasts Babar for 'not supporting Shaheen...': 'Even selectors said he doesn't know how to do captaincy'

Hindustan Times  

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi on Friday lashed out at incumbent skipper Babar Azam for accepting the captaincy role for the T20 World Cup after the Pakistan Cricket Board removed Shaheen Afridi from the position. Shahid Afridi has his say on PCB's captaincy stance before the T20 World Cup PCB removed Babar from white-ball captaincy last December after Pakistan failed to make the semifinals in the 2023 ODI World Cup. However, the board reversed the decision just weeks ahead of the T20 World Cup after Pakistan's unsuccessful T20I campaign against New Zealand in January, followed by Shaheen's horror captaincy show in the Pakistan Super League. However, the legendary all-rounder refused to blame Babar alone for the decision, as he highlighted that some of the selectors themselves had questioned his captaincy abilities after the 2023 ODI World Cup show.

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PCB asked to 'put pressure and give some incentive' to Shaheen Afridi: 'Formula is clear, drop him'
1 week ago

PCB asked to 'put pressure and give some incentive' to Shaheen Afridi: 'Formula is clear, drop him'

Hindustan Times  

Shaheen Afridi has been struggling lately, and wickets have been hard to come by for the ace Pakistan speedster. Former Pakistan speedster Sikander Bakht feels Shaheen needs to return to domestic cricket and, hence, should be dropped from the national team. Former Pakistan pacer Sikander Bakht feels Shaheen Shah Afridi needs to be dropped from the T20I side. In the …

Shahid Afridi has his personal agendas: Ex-PCB chief blasts Pakistan great, strikes down ICC for 'totally wrong' conduct
2 weeks, 2 days 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 …

India backed Virat Kohli in tough times, but Pakistan is pulling Babar down: Saeed Ajmal
2 weeks, 3 days ago

India backed Virat Kohli in tough times, but Pakistan is pulling Babar down: Saeed Ajmal

India Today  

Former Pakistan spinner Saeed Ajmal has criticised the instability in Pakistan cricket, calling out the treatment of Babar Azam during his lean patch in international cricket. Ajmal cited the example of the support Virat Kohli received from Indian selectors during his slump and accused Pakistan cricket of making things worse for Babar. In a candid assessment of the situation, Ajmal …

'Pakistan cricket is in ICU': Shahid Afridi goes no-holds-barred after Champions Trophy disaster, hammers PCB
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2 weeks, 5 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 …

Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan dropped from Pakistan's T20I squad after dismal show at Champions Trophy 2025
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan dropped from Pakistan's T20I squad after dismal show at Champions Trophy 2025

Firstpost  

Pakistan Cricket Board has dropped captain Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam from the T20 squad for the New Zealand series, naming Salman Ali Agha as skipper. Image: Reuters Islamabad: Pakistan dropped captain Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam for the T20 series against New Zealand and rewarded several domestic performers for the five-match series starting on March 16. T20 squad: Salman …

Pakistan drops Babar and Rizwan for five T20s against New Zealand
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Pakistan drops Babar and Rizwan for five T20s against New Zealand

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan dropped captain Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam for the T20 series against New Zealand and rewarded several domestic performers for the five-match series starting on March 16. Batters Abdul Samad and Hasan Nawaz along with fast bowler Mohammad Ali are the three uncapped players in the T20 squad. ___ T20 squad: Salman Ali Agha, Shadab Khan, Abbas …

Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan dropped from Pakistan T20I squad for New Zealand tour
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan dropped from Pakistan T20I squad for New Zealand tour

India Today  

Pakistan have left out Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan for Pakistan’s T20I leg of their white-ball tour of New Zealand. As per a PCB statement, Pakistan chose Shadab and Salman for the captaincy roles with an eye on two major upcoming tournaments - the Men’s T20 Asia Cup 2025, scheduled to take place in September 2025, and the Men’s T20 …

Rizwan, Babar dropped from Pakistan squad for T20 series in New Zealand
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Rizwan, Babar dropped from Pakistan squad for T20 series in New Zealand

Al Jazeera  

Pakistan drop former captains Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan in T20 revamp, but latter holds on to ODI captaincy. Pakistan have dropped captain Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam for the T20 series against New Zealand and rewarded several domestic performers for the five-match series starting on March 16. “We need to play fearless and aggressive cricket in the T20 format …

IND vs PAK: Shaheen Afridi castles Rohit Sharma with a searing yorker in Dubai; watch video
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Babar Never Tried to Build Bench Strength Due to His Likes And Dislikes: Umar Akmal
1 month, 1 week ago

Babar Never Tried to Build Bench Strength Due to His Likes And Dislikes: Umar Akmal

Deccan Chronicle  

Karachi: Discarded Test batsman Umar Akmal has placed the blame for the current state of the Pakistan cricket team squarely on Babar Azam's shoulders, saying the former captain failed to build bench strength during his nearly five-year tenure at the helm. "Babar was captain for nearly five years most of the time in all formats and he never tried to …

Champions Trophy: Pakistan firm on Babar Azam opening despite tri-series flop show
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Champions Trophy: Pakistan firm on Babar Azam opening despite tri-series flop show

India Today  

Pakistan head coach Aqib Javed has thrown his full support behind star batter Babar Azam, backing him to continue opening for the side in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy despite his recent struggles. Javed emphasised that the team management remains confident in Babar’s ability to deliver crucial performances, particularly in the powerplay, where he can make the most of fielding …

Babar Azam slips in ICC rankings after equalling Virat Kohli's unwanted record in T20Is
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Babar Azam slips in ICC rankings after equalling Virat Kohli's unwanted record in T20Is

India TV News  

Babar Azam has slipped to seventh place in the ICC T20I rankings following his failure in the first T20 International against South Africa. This was his seventh duck in the shortest format of the game equalling Virat Kohli in this aspect who has now retired from T20Is. Coming back to the rankings, Babar has slipped below Pakistan's current T20I captain …

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

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

Pakistan rest Afridi for South Africa Tests with eye on Champions Trophy
3 months, 3 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 …

Drop Babar Azam, save Pakistan cricket: Fans slam batter after 3rd T20I vs Australia
4 months, 1 week ago

Drop Babar Azam, save Pakistan cricket: Fans slam batter after 3rd T20I vs Australia

India Today  

Babar Azam scored 41 runs off 28 balls with four fours when Pakistan faced Australia in the third and final T20I on Monday, November 18 at the Bellerive Oval in Hobart. Australia vs Pakistan, 3rd T20I Highlights Thereafter, Marcus Stoinis came out firing on all cylinders and helped the Aussies chase down the target with 52 balls left in their …

Shaheen Afridi moves to top of ICC ODI bowler rankings, Babar remains at summit of batters list
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Shaheen Afridi moves to top of ICC ODI bowler rankings, Babar remains at summit of batters list

Hindustan Times  

Dubai, : Just months before the start of next year's ICC Champions Trophy, Pakistan's pace spearhead Shaheen Afridi has reclaimed the Number 1 ranking after the ICC issued the latest Men's ODI Bowler Rankings. Shaheen Afridi moves to top of ICC ODI bowler rankings, Babar remains at summit of batters list The left-arm quick regained his place as the top …

Rizwan Takes Over as Pakistan White-Ball Skipper
5 months ago

Rizwan Takes Over as Pakistan White-Ball Skipper

Firstpost  

Mohammad Rizwan has been appointed as Pakistan's white-ball captain, replacing Babar Azam. Rizwan, 32, has played in 74 ODIs and 102 T20Is, scoring 5,401 runs and accounting for 143 dismissals. He will lead Pakistan's white-ball team in the Australia tour, beginning with the first match in Melbourne (ODI) on 4 November.

New ODIs and T20s Squads Announced for Zimbabwe Tour
5 months ago

New ODIs and T20s Squads Announced for Zimbabwe Tour

Firstpost  

The Pakistan selectors have announced the squad for the upcoming limited-overs series against Australia in Australia. Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah have been included in the squad, while all other players have been omitted. Afridi has been demoted to Category B, indicating that he is no longer a top-tier player for Pakistan.

Rizwan's Rise: Pakistan Names Captain for White-Ball Squad
5 months, 1 week ago

Rizwan's Rise: Pakistan Names Captain for White-Ball Squad

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan's star wicketkeeper-batter, Mohammad Rizwan, is expected to be named as the captain for the national team's white-ball formats. Rizwan has emerged as the preferred candidate due to his consistency as a player and his proven leadership in domestic cricket and the Pakistan Super League (PSL). The selectors are expected to announce the white-ball squad by the weekend, with the …

Pakistan drop Babar Azam in major shake-up of squad for rest of England series
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan drop Babar Azam in major shake-up of squad for rest of England series

The Independent  

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'Everybody in Pakistan was surprised': Imad Wasim makes staggering Babar Azam captaincy remark
6 months, 2 weeks ago

'Everybody in Pakistan was surprised': Imad Wasim makes staggering Babar Azam captaincy remark

Hindustan Times  

Following Pakistan's poor performance at the 2023 ODI World Cup, Babar Azam was removed from the side's white-ball captaincy, and the role was handed over to Shaheen Shah Afridi. But after only six months, the PCB once handed over the captaincy to Babar ahead of the 2024 T20 World Cup. But Pakistan failed to impress at the T20 World Cup, …

Babar Azam vs Shaheen Afridi rivalry renewed as Pakistan pacer wins 1st round in Champions Cup, unleashes trademark pose
6 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Babar Azam to be sacked as Pakistan's white-ball captain before Australia tour, likely to be replaced Rizwan: Report
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Babar Azam to be sacked as Pakistan's white-ball captain before Australia tour, likely to be replaced Rizwan: Report

Hindustan Times  

Babar Azam has been snubbed by the Pakistan Cricket Board, who didn't appoint him as one of the captains for the upcoming Champions One Day Cup. Pakistan's captain Babar Azam and Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan run between the wickets. Saud Shakeel, who is Pakistan's Test vice-captain, has been named as one of the skippers for the Champions One Day Cup, alongwith …

Srikkanth targets Agarkar over Suryakumar's T20I captaincy promotion for Sri Lanka series: 'Say it without fear'
8 months, 1 week ago

Srikkanth targets Agarkar over Suryakumar's T20I captaincy promotion for Sri Lanka series: 'Say it without fear'

Hindustan Times  

Days after India's chairman of selectors, Ajit Agarkar, revealed the reason behind Hardik Pandya's demotion, former Indian opener Krishnamachari Srikkanth questioned the selector's treatment of the star Team India all-rounder. India's chief selector Agarkar mentioned that Pandya lost on India's T20 captaincy to Suryakumar because of concerns over his availability. Suryakumar eventually pipped Hardik for the captaincy post when the …

Pakistan take first stern step after T20 World Cup debacle, sack Wahab Riaz, Abdul Razzaq from selection committee
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan take first stern step after T20 World Cup debacle, sack Wahab Riaz, Abdul Razzaq from selection committee

Hindustan Times  

The Pakistan Cricket Board sacked former pacer Wahab Riaz and former all-rounder Abdul Razzaq from the selection committee in the aftermath of the team's failure to advance from the group stages of the T20 World Cup in the USA and the West Indies, reported ESPN Cricinfo. A fallout after Pakistan's dismal show in the T20 World Cup, where they were …

Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan get ultimatum from ex-Pakistan skipper post T20 World Cup disaster, says this
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan get ultimatum from ex-Pakistan skipper post T20 World Cup disaster, says this

Live Mint  

The Babar Azam-led Pakistan cricket team is facing criticism and backlash after a disappointing performance at the recent T20 World Cup in the West Indies and USA. Disappointed with Babar and Mohammad Rizwan's performance, former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif fired an ultimatum and asked them to adapt or perish. He even cited examples of T20 World Cup champions from India …

Babar Azam, 5 other Pakistan players won’t return home after T20 World Cup exit; here’s why
9 months, 1 week ago

Babar Azam, 5 other Pakistan players won’t return home after T20 World Cup exit; here’s why

Live Mint  

The Babar Azam-led Pakistan cricket team is now disqualified from the Super Eight group of the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, but few players have decided not to return to their homeland. Along with skipper Babar Azam, five other players, including Mohammad Amir, Imad Wasim, Haris Rauf, Shadab Khan, and Azam Khan, have decided to spend some time …

T20 World Cup: Trouble at top continue for Pakistan
9 months, 1 week ago

T20 World Cup: Trouble at top continue for Pakistan

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: ".we did not lose this because of one person. The frustration of Pakistan captain Babar Azam was visible in his voice on Sunday afternoon in Lauderhill, Florida. After all, it was the third question about his captaincy since the 15-minute-long post-match press conference began after Pakistan's last T20 World Cup game. As much as there have been questions about …

Babar Azam deserves no place in Pakistan’s T20 cricket team: Virender Sehwag says, ’I may sound harsh, but...’
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Babar Azam deserves no place in Pakistan’s T20 cricket team: Virender Sehwag says, ’I may sound harsh, but...’

Live Mint  

With the Babar Azam-led Pakistan cricket team failing to qualify for the Super Eight stage of the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 in the USA and West Indies, former Indian Virender Sehwag lashed out at the skipper over his poor performance. In the group-stage matches, Pakistan managed to win only against Canada and Ireland, and Babar's team lost …

Babar Azam admits batting let Pakistan down at T20 World Cup and urges rethink
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Babar Azam admits batting let Pakistan down at T20 World Cup and urges rethink

The Independent  

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Babar Azam doesn't deserve a place in Pakistan's T20I team: Virender Sehwag
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Babar Azam doesn't deserve a place in Pakistan's T20I team: Virender Sehwag

India Today  

Virender Sehwag said that Babar Azam doesn’t deserve a spot in the T20I team if Pakistan ring in the changes in leadership following their underwhelming campaign in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024. T20 World Cup Coverage | Points Table | T20 World Cup 2024 Schedule | Player Stats ‘Babar Azam’s performances not up to the mark’ “Babar Azam is …

T20 World Cup 2024: Pakistan Captain Babar Azam Breaks MS Dhoni's Record
9 months, 2 weeks ago

T20 World Cup 2024: Pakistan Captain Babar Azam Breaks MS Dhoni's Record

ABP News  

Babar Azam Breaks MS Dhoni Record: The T20 World Cup 2024 has been a forgettable tournament for Babar Azam, as Pakistan failed to qualify for the Super 8 after initial losses, drawing widespread criticism. Babar Azam set a new record by becoming the highest run-scorer as a captain in ICC T20 World Cup tournament history. Also on ABP Live | …

Haven't thought about quitting captaincy, it's PCB's call: Babar Azam
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Haven't thought about quitting captaincy, it's PCB's call: Babar Azam

New Indian Express  

FORT LAUDERHILL: Under-fire Pakistan skipper Babar Azam hasn't yet thought about quitting captaincy despite his team's group-stage exit from the T20 World Cup, insisting that any decision on the matter will be taken only after discussions with his Cricket Board. Having faced massive criticism, the Pakistan skipper hit back when asked if he has any plans to tender his resignation. …

PCB chief sought 'major surgery' of Pakistan team but ex-captain wants board 'sacked' after horror show in T20 World Cup
9 months, 2 weeks ago

PCB chief sought 'major surgery' of Pakistan team but ex-captain wants board 'sacked' after horror show in T20 World Cup

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan Cricket Board chief Mohsin Naqvi called for "a major surgery" on the Pakistan cricket team after they lost to India in the T20 World Cup 2024. Babar Azam and Haris Rauf of Pakistan interact “It seemed initially that a minor surgery would suffice but following the extremely poor performance against India, it is clear that a major surgery is …

Babar Azam unlikey to be appointed as Pakistan Test captain for Bangladesh series
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Babar Azam unlikey to be appointed as Pakistan Test captain for Bangladesh series

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Babar Azam's prospects of becoming Test captain again have seemingly taken a major hit after the USA ended Pakistan's chances of claiming a spot in the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup. Babar Azam unlikey to be appointed as Pakistan Test captain for Bangladesh series Sources told Geo News that Shan Masood will retain the …

Pakistan team divided in 3 groups: Sources reveal reason behind shock T20 World Cup exit
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan team divided in 3 groups: Sources reveal reason behind shock T20 World Cup exit

India Today  

Pakistan's shock early exit from the T20 World Cup is being blamed on "groupings" within the team and non-performance of senior players during critical moments and it could lead to "major changes" not just in the team but also in the PCB. Pakistan's T20 WC exit: How former cricketers reacted "There are three groups in the team, one led by …

PAK vs CAN: Captain Babar Azam demotes himself to number 3 in must-win clash
9 months, 2 weeks ago

PAK vs CAN: Captain Babar Azam demotes himself to number 3 in must-win clash

India Today  

Pakistan captain Babar Azam demoted himself to number three during his team’s third clash of the T20 World Cup 2024 against Canada on Tuesday, June 11 at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York. T20 World Cup: Full Coverage | Complete Schedule Babar Azam's record at number 3 Babar has opened the innings for the majority of his …

PCB chief blasts Babar Azam and Pakistan, hints at major upheaval after loss to India: 'We have to go for major surgery'
9 months, 3 weeks ago

PCB chief blasts Babar Azam and Pakistan, hints at major upheaval after loss to India: 'We have to go for major surgery'

Hindustan Times  

After a poor start to the T20 World Cup, Pakistan cricket seems to have hit rock bottom. Pakistan Cricket Board chief Mohsin Naqvi also broke his silence after the team's dismal show in the first two matches. It's not very common when a cricket board's chief criticises their team midway through the tournament, but Naqvi didn't shy away from slamming …

‘Babar Azam’s numbers went down…': Ricky Ponting asserts captaincy doesn't sit well with some people
9 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Babar Azam’s numbers went down…': Ricky Ponting asserts captaincy doesn't sit well with some people

Hindustan Times  

Legendary Australia skipper Ricky Ponting gave his take on Babar Azam's captaincy in recent times, as his numbers have dropped down recently. Babar Azam will be under pressure as captain in the 2024 T20 World Cup Babar and Co. lost a T20I in Ireland and then suffered a 0-2 defeat in England this week, which was not the ideal result …

'Babar Azam is no MS Dhoni that you brought him back': Pakistan openers fight on live TV
9 months, 3 weeks ago

'Babar Azam is no MS Dhoni that you brought him back': Pakistan openers fight on live TV

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan openers Ahmed Shehzad and Imam-ul-Haq were involved in a heated debate over Babar Azam's captaincy and the state of Pakistan cricket under his leadership ahead of the team's T20 World Cup opener against hosts USA. During a T20 World Cup build-up show on Pakistan channel Geo TV, Shehzad was asked whether Babar Azam does favouritism while picking players for …

Mohammad Kaif plays down hype around blockbuster Indo-Pak clash at World Cup: 'Pakistan's batting is weak'
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Mohammad Kaif plays down hype around blockbuster Indo-Pak clash at World Cup: 'Pakistan's batting is weak'

Hindustan Times  

As Rohit Sharma's Team India is gearing up for their T20 World Cup opener in the United States, former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif has opted to play down the hype around the blockbuster meeting of the arch-rivals at the grandest stage. Kaif claimed that Pakistan's batting is weak for the T20 World Cup Co-hosted by the US and the West …

AB de Villiers speaks to 'excited' Pakistan captain Babar Azam ahead of T20 World Cup
9 months, 4 weeks ago

AB de Villiers speaks to 'excited' Pakistan captain Babar Azam ahead of T20 World Cup

India Today  

Former South African captain AB de Villiers had an interesting chat with Pakistan captain Babar Azam ahead of the T20 World Cup. T20 World Cup, Pakistan squad: All you need to know Babar takes over from Shaheen Babar's biggest assignment after taking over the helm of affairs will be the T20 World Cup. Babar also said the confidence of the …

Rohit Sharma's Team India snubbed as Australia great bats for T20 World Cup final vs Pakistan: 'Quite biased towards…'
10 months ago

Rohit Sharma's Team India snubbed as Australia great bats for T20 World Cup final vs Pakistan: 'Quite biased towards…'

Hindustan Times  

Veteran Australian spinner Nathan Lyon has backed Babar Azam's Pakistan side to enter the final of the ICC T20 World Cup. Pakistan's Babar Azam shakes hands with India's Rohit Sharma after India vs Pakistan match in Ahmedabad A record 20 teams are set to headline the T20 World Cup in the United States and the Caribbean this year. Speaking to …

Shahid Afridi fires fresh T20 World Cup warning to title contenders: ‘Nobody has such strong bowling line-up…’
10 months ago

Shahid Afridi fires fresh T20 World Cup warning to title contenders: ‘Nobody has such strong bowling line-up…’

Hindustan Times  

Shahid Afridi feels the onus is on Babar Azam and Co. to end Pakistan's trophy drought in ICC events this season. Superstar batter Babar guided the Green Army to the summit clash of the T20 World Cup hosted by Australia. Afridi also reserved special praise for all-rounder Shadab After Pakistan's no-show in the India World Cup, premier batter Babar stepped …

Shaheen Afridi never made vice-captain for T20 World Cup: PCB shocked at rumours
10 months ago

Shaheen Afridi never made vice-captain for T20 World Cup: PCB shocked at rumours

India Today  

The Pakistan Cricket Board has denied offering the vice-captaincy role to Shaheen Afridi for the upcoming T20 World Cup. Shaheen was announced as the captain of the shorter format of the game after Babar stepped down from leadership duties of all the 3 formats after Pakistan's loss in the ODI World Cup 2023. Shaheen was removed from the helm of …

Shaheen Afridi rejects PCB's offer to become Babar Azam's deputy in T20 World Cup: Report
10 months ago

Shaheen Afridi rejects PCB's offer to become Babar Azam's deputy in T20 World Cup: Report

Hindustan Times  

Premier pacer Shaheen Afridi has rejected the Pakistan Cricket Board's offer to be the deputy of Babar Azam in the T20I format ahead of the T20 World Cup. Earlier, Shaheen was named Pakistan's T20I captain after the 2023 ODI World Cup but the change in management at PCB led to his removal as skipper following the T20I series defeat in …

Pakistan announce squad for T20 World Cup 2024, Mohammad Amir, Imad Wasim included
10 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan announce squad for T20 World Cup 2024, Mohammad Amir, Imad Wasim included

India TV News  

The Pakistan Cricket Board on Friday announced the team's squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024 in the West Indies and USA. The squad features Mohammad Amir and Imad Wasim, the two cricketers who have returned from retirement. It would have been nice if he had gotten an outing at Headingley, but we remain confident that he will continue …

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