SHAHEEN SHAH AFRIDI BABAR AZAM FIGHT
Babar Azam to be punished for 'mistakes', says Pakistan Cricket Board on T20 World Cup failure
Reacting to Pakistan's T20 World Cup failure, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi hinted at measures including potentially changing Babar Azam's captaincy, stadium upgrades, prioritizing national commitments, and bans for skipping domestic cricket.
Pakistan cricketer Haris Rauf fights with fan in US. Watch the viral video of ugly quarrel here
Pakistan cricketer Haris Rauf was caught in a public altercation with a fan in the USA, captured in a viral video. The incident, amid Pakistan's disappointing T20 World Cup 2024 campaign, saw Rauf exchanging heated words with the fan over team performance issues. Despite his notable seven-wicket haul, Pakistan's early exit and internal instability under coach Gary Kirsten added to the team's challenges.
Babar Azam eclipses India's iconic captain MS Dhoni to achieve elusive record in T20 WC
Babar Azam surpassed MS Dhoni as the leading run-scorer as a captain in T20 World Cup history during Pakistan's match against Ireland in Florida. His unbeaten 32* off 34 balls anchored Pakistan to a 3-wicket victory in a challenging chase of 107.
Pakistan captain Babar Azam reveals future course of action after shock T20 WC exit
Pakistan captain Babar Azam laid out the future course of action after the Men in Green suffered an early and shocking exit from the ongoing T20 World Cup.
Pakistan register three-wicket consolation win over Ireland
Shaheen finally came to the party, albeit in a lost cause, returning with impressive figures of 3/22, while Amir scalped two wickets for 11 runs as Pakistan bowlers ignited fire on a damp pitch after electing to bowl. Imad Wasim (3/8) bowled brilliantly while Haris Rauf (1/17) also accounted for a batter. Gareth Delany (31 off 19) and Mark Adair (15 off 19) shared crucial 32-run stand for the seventh wicket to keep Ireland in the game.
Groupings within Pakistan team was also a factor in disastrous T20 World Cup campaign: Sources
Pakistan's early T20 World Cup exit is attributed to internal "groupings" and senior players' underperformance, prompting expected major changes in both the team and PCB. Captain Babar Azam struggled to unite the team, with divisions led by Azam, Shaheen Afridi, and Rizwan, worsened by the return of out-of-practice seniors like Amir and Wasim, causing discord and poor performances.
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Demoralised Pakistan eye big win against Canada to keep T20 WC hopes alive
Reeling from losses to the USA and India, Pakistan faces a do-or-die match against Canada in the T20 World Cup. Their hopes of advancing hinge on winning their remaining games and favorable outcomes in other matches. With batting failures and team discord, Pakistan needs a unified effort to stay in contention.
Salim Malik accuses Imad Wasim of deliberately wasting balls in Pakistan's defeat against India in T20 WC
Another former captain Shahid Afridi feels all is not well in the Pakistan dressing room and some players have issues with skipper Babar Azam.
Pacer’s 3/14 gives India an unlikely win over Pakistan while defending 119
India's thrilling six-run victory over Pakistan at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium was a testament to Jasprit Bumrah's match-winning performance. Defending a modest total of 119, Bumrah's exceptional bowling display turned the game in India's favor.
India vs Pakistan: Mauka-Mauka once again? Five key battles to watchout for in the marquee clash
India faces Pakistan in their first World Cup match, following a disappointing defeat against the USA. Shaheen Afridi leads the pace attack, while Rohit Sharma signals a spin-heavy attack. The last encounter between the archrivals was a delight for Indian fans with the Hitman's masterclass knock of 83 runs and Bumrah's brilliance, when he dismissed Muhammed Rizwan and Shadab Khan.
India vs Pakistan: Reminiscing last five T20I encounters of the two big rivals
The highly anticipated India vs Pakistan World Cup clash on June 9 at Nassau County International Stadium, New York will see India high on confidence after beating Ireland, while Pakistan looks to bounce back from a shock defeat to USA. The match will be played on a challenging pitch with a sluggish outfield, continuing the fierce T20 rivalry that began in 2007, where India leads with 10 wins to Pakistan's 3 in 13 encounters.
ICC T20 WC, Group A preview: India, Pakistan placed with sides aiming to make mark in international cricket
Group A in the ICC T20 World Cup comprises India, Pakistan, Canada, Ireland, and the USA. India aims to end their title drought. Pakistan seeks a breakthrough. Ireland has been showcasing steady growth, and the USA and Canada are making their tournament debuts. Key players to watch include Jasprit Bumrah for India, Babar Azam for Pakistan, Paul Stirling for Ireland, Ali Khan for the USA, and Saad Bin Zafar for Canada.
Babar Azam overtakes Rohit Sharma to become second leading run scorer in T20Is
Pakistan skipper Babar Azam overtook India captain Rohit Sharma to become the second leading run-scorer in T20Is. Babar achieved the landmark during Pakistan's 2nd T20I match against England at Edgbaston. Babar displayed an average performance in the second inning of the match on Saturday. He scored 32 runs from 26 balls at a strike rate of 123.08 and etched his name on the record book.
Pakistan declares 15-player squad for T20 World Cup; Hasan Ali misses out
The announcement comes hours after Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi halted the formal announcement of the squad for the T20 World Cup. Naqvi had expressed displeasure over selectors not holding a meeting to discuss the players for the marquee event.
Babar Azam holds the key to success for unpredictable Pakistan at the T20 World Cup
Pakistan cricket has undergone significant changes in the past 18 months, with Babar Azam returning as captain for the Twenty20 World Cup amidst multiple leadership and selection panel changes. The team's preparation for the tournament has been impacted by various off-field events, including the appointment of a new head coach and experiments with team combinations.
Babar Azam reappointed as Pakistan's white-ball skipper ahead of T20 World Cup
Pakistan could not make the knockout stage of the 50-overs World Cup last year, which prompted Babar to relinquish captaincy. Pace spearhead Shaheen Afridi was subsequently put in charge of the T20 squad, while Shan Masood was named the test captain.
ICC ODI Rankings: Gill retains top spot in batting charts, Keshav Maharaj crowned No 1 bowler
The competitiveness of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 has made it difficult for bowlers to hold on to their top spot. On 1 November, Shaheen Afridi claimed the top spot in the rankings but his reign lasted all of one week after Mohammed Siraj toppled him on 8 November.
Shaheen Afridi claims top spot in ICC ODI bowlers rankings, Babar's lead at top squeezes to two points
Pakistan's Shaheen Afridi has become the No. 1 ODI bowler after an impressive performance in the World Cup, with 16 wickets. Meanwhile, Australia's Josh Hazlewood, India's Mohammed Siraj, and South Africa's Keshav Maharaj dropped in the rankings. In ODI batting, Pakistan's Babar Azam's lead has decreased, and Shubman Gill is slowly making gains. David Warner and Rohit Sharma improved their positions.
ICC World Cup: Can Pakistan bounce back from India loss?
Babar Azam, the No. 1-ranked batter in ODI cricket, is yet to get his momentum in the tournament. But more than batting it’s the bowlers who haven’t yet got into any sort of rhythm against good batting sides.
Viral Fever in Bengaluru: Most Pakistan players have recovered while some still under observation
Most of the Pakistani cricket players who had contracted viral fever upon their arrival in Bengaluru have now recovered, according to the Pakistan Cricket Board's media manager. However, some players are still being observed by the medical team. The team is set to face Australia in a crucial World Cup match on October 20.
ICC CWC 2023: A look at performances from pacers ahead of India-Pakistan clash
While the Indian pace attack has fearsome names like Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj, Shardul Thakur and Hardik Pandya, Pakistan's pace attack also has developed expectations because of performances and high pace of Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali and Naseem Shah.
India vs Pakistan: What to expect from the high voltage clash?
India and Pakistan are set to face each other in a highly anticipated cricket match. India has a flawless record against Pakistan in the World Cup, but Pakistan's captain, Babar Azam, sees it as an opportunity to break the streak. Bollywood singers Arijit Singh, Shankar Mahadevan, and Sukhwinder Singh will perform before the match. India's Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Jasprit Bumrah are key players to watch, while Pakistan's fortunes could rely on pace bowler Shaheen Afridi. The match also features an intriguing matchup between Pakistan's captain Babar Azam and India's spinner Kuldeep Yadav.
Pakistan seek to allay major concerns in World Cup opener
Pakistan will face the Netherlands in their opening match of the World Cup, hoping to address their weaknesses and regain form. The team's opening combination is a concern, with Imam-Ul-Haq needing to improve his strike rate. The middle-order is in good form, but the bowlers struggled in warm-up matches.
Led by Babar Azam, Pakistan team arrive in Hyderabad ahead of warm-up game against New Zealand
Pakistan's cricket team, known as the 'Men in Green,' arrived in India for a warm-up match against New Zealand ahead of the ODI World Cup. The team, led by captain Babar Azam and star pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi, expressed excitement and confidence despite their lack of experience playing on Indian soil. They acknowledged the absence of home crowds due to COVID-19 restrictions but anticipated support from fans on social media. Pakistan will play their first World Cup match against the Netherlands on October 6.
Amid his wedding festivities, Shaheen Shah Afridi responds to rumours of rift with Babar Azam
Shaheen Shah Afridi has denied reports of a rift with Pakistan cricket team captain Babar Azam. Afridi posted a photo on social media, showing himself, Azam, and father-in-law Shahid Afridi, with the caption "Family" and a heart emoji. Reports had surfaced claiming that Afridi and Azam had a heated argument in the dressing room after Pakistan's defeat to Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup. Afridi's post seems to suggest that the two players are on good terms.
Pakistan 'grateful' for India wake-up call ahead of World Cup
Pakistan's heavy defeat to India in the Asia Cup has served as a wake-up call for the team ahead of the World Cup, according to head coach Grant Bradburn. The team suffered a 228-run loss to India, their biggest ODI defeat against their arch-rivals. Bradburn acknowledged that the team needs to perform at their best every day and that the defeat has highlighted areas where improvement is needed, particularly in the batting department. Pakistan will face Sri Lanka in their next match.
Asia Cup Super 4 match: Pakistan opt to bowl against India
In a forced change, batter KL Rahul returned to the Indian team after a long injury layoff in place of Shreyas Iyer, who is down with back spasm, while Jasprit Bumrah is back to lead the pace attack. He replaced Mohammed Shami.
Pakistan enter Asia Cup Super Four after rain-hit no result with India
Pakistan bowled out India for 266 in 48.5 overs with pace spearhead Shaheen Shah Afridi returning figures of 4-35, but no further play was possible due to persistent rain in Pallekele. With this, Pakistan have made the Super Four stage of the tournament as they won their opening match of the 50-over tournament, a key event in the build-up to the World Cup in India later this year.
Pakistan beat Nepal by 238 runs in Asia Cup opener
Shadab Khan claimed 4/27 from his 6.4 overs while Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf bowled impressive spells. Aarif Sheikh (26) and Sompal Kami (28) tried to delay the inevitable but Nepal were bundled out in only 23.4 overs. Earlier, Pakistan posted a massive total after Babar Azam scored 151 and Iftikhar Ahmed made an unbeaten 109, while adding 214 runs for the fifth wicket.
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