NEW DELHI: New Zealand abruptly withdrew from their limited-overs series in Pakistan just minutes before the start of the first ODI in Rawalpindi, citing a security threat in September 2021. The decision sent shockwaves through the cricketing community, as both teams were already at the stadium, ready to commence play.The New Zealand Cricket Board (NZC)…
NEW DELHI: Pakistan captain Babar Azam, currently facing a difficult phase in his cricketing career, recently turned to faith amid mounting pressure on the occasion of Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi. Sharing his thoughts on social media platform X, Babar posted a message referencing Prophet Muhammad, saying, “Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, the light in the darkest hour, who taught us…
NEW DELHI: Suryakumar Yadav‘s breathtaking catch in the thrilling final against South Africa in Barbados will forever be etched in the memories of cricket fans worldwide. His incredible feat was a pivotal moment that swung the match in India’s favor, ultimately leading to their seven-run victory and securing the prestigious T20 World Cup trophy.Since that…
NEW DELHI: It’s not often you hear a captain express satisfaction after a loss, but that’s exactly what happened in the Champions One-Day Cup, Pakistan’s local tournament being held in Faisalabad.Mohammad Haris, leading the Stallions, saw his team concede a staggering 231 runs in just 20 overs to the Mohammad Rizwan-led Markhors at Iqbal Stadium.For…
NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan captain Younis Khan has criticised star batter Babar Azam and other players for prioritizing personal gains over team goals. Babar’s recent form and leadership have drawn harsh criticism from former players, as he hasn’t scored a half-century in his last 16 Test innings.Younis expressed his disappointment, stating, “If Babar and other…
NEW DELHI: Young Pakistan batter Saim Ayub found himself at the centre of social media hilarity after a failed attempt at a no-look shot led to his dismissal at the Champions Cup on Saturday.Ayub, who was opening the batting for the Panthers in the clash against the Dolphins at Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad, was dismissed…
NEW DLHI: Former Pakistan skipper Younis Khan has weighed in on the pressure and expectations surrounding star Babar Azam, urging him to take inspiration from Indian cricketing icon Virat Kohli. Younis’s comments come as Babar faces scrutiny both on and off the field.“Babar Azam was made the captain because he was the best player at…
NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan cricketer Moin Khan has criticized the decision to remove Shaheen Shah Afridi from the white-ball captaincy, arguing that it was unjustified.Speaking to Cricket Pakistan, Moin said, “Shaheen Afridi has the ability to lead the team and is highly liked by the players. He is an excellent choice for captaincy in T20s….
NEW DELHI: Pakistan’s white-ball captain Babar Azam proved why he is adored by fans around the world during a recent training session ahead of the Champions One-Day 2024.While preparing for the upcoming tournament at Iqbal Stadium, Babar, known for his humility and approachability, had a memorable interaction with a fan who had managed to bypass…
NEW DELHI: Former India skipper Sourav Ganguly sees a genuine dearth of talent in Pakistan cricket and advised the administrators running the affairs in the country to look into the situation.Pakistan recently slumped to a new low in Test cricket after suffering an embarrassing 2-0 whitewash at home at the hands of Bangladesh. The series…
