NEW DELHI: There has been discussion regarding the intrusion of politics into sports as a result of Pakistan‘s dismal recent results in international cricket. It is argued that nepotism at the top is impeding progress on the field.Last week, following a shocking 0-2 home series loss to Bangladesh, Pakistan dropped to ninth place in the…
NEW DELHI: There has been discussion regarding the intrusion of politics into sports as a result of Pakistan‘s dismal recent results in international cricket. It is argued that nepotism at the top is impeding progress on the field.Last week, following a shocking 0-2 home series loss to Bangladesh, Pakistan dropped to ninth place in the…
NEW DELHI: Pakistan cricketer Ahmad Shahzad has criticized Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi for his handling of the team following the shocking 10-wicket loss to Bangladesh in the first Test at Rawalpindi. Shahzad questioned Naqvi’s understanding of cricket and expressed disappointment with his leadership decisions, particularly highlighting Pakistan’s historic first-ever Test defeat to…
NEW DELHI: With preparations underway for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi emphasized the urgent need for upgrading the country’s cricket stadiums on Monday. In recent remarks, Naqvi acknowledged the significant gap between Pakistani venues and international standards, highlighting the inadequacies that need to be addressed to successfully host…
Former cricketer Basit Ali has emphasized the importance of maintaining stringent security measures as Pakistan prepares to host the ICC Champions Trophy in 2025. This will be the first ICC event in Pakistan since the 1996 ODI World Cup, which the country co-hosted with India and Sri Lanka. Ali highlighted that any security lapses during…
NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has expressed strong opinions regarding India’s reported reluctance to travel to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy in 2025. Speaking on his official YouTube channel, Ali criticized several international cricket boards for aligning with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).“5-6 boards jo haina dum hilate…
NEW DELHI: Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi has called for significant changes within the team following Pakistan’s narrow six-run defeat to arch-rivals India in the ICC T20 World Cup. Naqvi’s comments came after the Babar Azam-led side failed to chase down a modest target of 120 runs, falling short at 113 for 7 after…
NEW DELHI: Rajeev Shukla, the vice-president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), has clarified that the Indian team’s participation in the ICC Champions Trophy next year, scheduled to be held in Pakistan from February to March 2025, is contingent upon receiving approval from the central government.The statement comes amidst speculation regarding…
NEW DELHI: Pakistan cricket authorities have proposed to the International Cricket Council (ICC) that India’s qualifying round matches during the Champions Trophy next year be scheduled exclusively in one city.The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), set to host the 2025 edition of the prestigious tournament, has selected Karachi, Rawalpindi, and Lahore as the venues for the…
NEW DELHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced the appointment of renowned coaches Gary Kirsten and Jason Gillespie as head coaches for ODIs and T20Is, and Test cricket respectively on Sunday. Additionally, former Pakistan all-rounder Azhar Mahmood was appointed as the assistant coach across all formats.PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi expressed confidence in the appointments during…
