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Pakistan part ways with another Test coach

Pakistan part ways with another Test coach

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

The source said that the PCB has now started the search for a new head coach of the Test side, and there could be an overhaul of the support staff as well.

Pakistan appoint Mahmood as 'acting head coach' for Tests

Pakistan appoint Mahmood as 'acting head coach' for Tests

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

Former all-rounder Azhar Mahmood was elevated to the post of Pakistan's acting head coach in Test cricket until the conclusion of his current contract.

No rift between Babar and Afridi, says Azhar Mahmood

No rift between Babar and Afridi, says Azhar Mahmood

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

It is often speculated that Pakistan team has two factions -- one led by skipper Babar Azam, while the other group is under Shaheen Shah Afridi's control.

Teen climbs balcony to meet Babar... then what happened?

Teen climbs balcony to meet Babar... then what happened?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

The teenager, who attempted to break into the Pakistan dressing room balcony after breaching the security barriers at the Gaddafi stadium in a bid to meet with his hero Babar Azam, has been released from custody by the police after a reprimand.

Azhar Mahmood offered assistant coach's job

Azhar Mahmood offered assistant coach's job

Rediff.com12 Jun 2016

Former Pakistan Test all-rounder Azhar Mahmood has been offered the assistant coach's job with the national cricket squad, which is set to tour England this summer.

Azhar Mahmood gets visa, to join Kings XI

Azhar Mahmood gets visa, to join Kings XI

Rediff.com13 Apr 2012

Former Pakistan all-rounder Azhar Mahmood, who is now a British citizen, has finally got an Indian visa and will be joining his IPL team, Kings XI Punjab soon, skipper Adam Gilchrist said.

CL T20: Azhar Mahmood helps Auckland thrash Kolkata

CL T20: Azhar Mahmood helps Auckland thrash Kolkata

Rediff.com16 Oct 2012

Kolkata Knight Riders' chances of making the semifinals of the Champions League Twenty20 tournament suffered a major blow as they slumped to their second successive defeat after losing to Auckland Aces by seven wickets in a Group A match in Cape Town on Monday.

Coach Yousuf reverses decision, to travel for NZ tour

Coach Yousuf reverses decision, to travel for NZ tour

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Yousuf, who was appointed batting coach for the tour, will leave with the squad on Wednesday for the five T20 Internationals and three ODIs.

PCB needs to look into IPL issue: Azhar Mahmood

PCB needs to look into IPL issue: Azhar Mahmood

Rediff.com27 Apr 2012

Pakistani cricketer Azhar Mahmood, who recently became the first from his country to play in the Indian Premier League (IPL) since 2008, has called on the cricket boards of India and Pakistan to reconcile their issues and allow other Pakistani players to play in both countries.

Harvinder Singh: Coach Behind Ashwani Kumar's Rise

Harvinder Singh: Coach Behind Ashwani Kumar's Rise

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Harvinder Singh was one of India's most promising pacers in the 1990s having played three Tests and 16 ODIs.

Champions Trophy: Match called off, Pakistan finish at bottom

Champions Trophy: Match called off, Pakistan finish at bottom

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

The Champions Trophy match between hosts Pakistan and Bangladesh in Rawalpindi on Thursday was called off

Shaheen Afridi dropped for Pakistan's must-win Test

Shaheen Afridi dropped for Pakistan's must-win Test

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

Head coach Jason Gillispie said Shaheen Afridi understands the "situation" and the break will give him quality time with his family.

Mushfiqur leads B'desh to massive total vs Pakistan

Mushfiqur leads B'desh to massive total vs Pakistan

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Mushfiqur made 191 and forged a 196-run stand with Mehidy Hasan Miraz (77) for the seventh wicket as Bangladesh posted their highest total against Pakistan

Why Babar quit as Pakistan's white ball captain again!

Why Babar quit as Pakistan's white ball captain again!

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Babar Azam lost his interest in captaining Pakistan's white ball teams after a critical report submitted by head coach Gary Kirsten to PCB.

Aaqib or Saqlain? New Pakistan coach hunt begins

Aaqib or Saqlain? New Pakistan coach hunt begins

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

Current senior selector Aaqib Javed and former spinner Saqlain Mushtaq are in fray to replace Gary Kirsten as Pakistan's new white ball coach after the former Proteas batter stepped down

Babar Azam's captaincy under scrutiny; PCB backs Masood

Babar Azam's captaincy under scrutiny; PCB backs Masood

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Shan Masood to continue as Pakistan Test captain, decision on Babar Azam put on hold

Can Kirsten turn around Pakistan's fortunes?

Can Kirsten turn around Pakistan's fortunes?

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Kirsten had warned senior pros in the side following the team's loss to the USA and India to adapt to new skill-sets and improve their game awareness, or get left behind.

Kirsten, Gillespie take charge of Pakistan cricket

Kirsten, Gillespie take charge of Pakistan cricket

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

Pakistan have appointed former South Africa batsman Gary Kirsten as head coach of their men's white-ball teams

Teammates a divided lot in reaction as Babar stands down as Pakistan captain

Teammates a divided lot in reaction as Babar stands down as Pakistan captain

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Babar Azam's decision to step down from Pakistan captaincy has evoked a mixed reaction from his teammates.

Kirsten hopes to 'galvanise' Pak team to ICC trophies

Kirsten hopes to 'galvanise' Pak team to ICC trophies

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

'I was offered the role to begin with...what is important is that I have the opportunity to work with some of the best cricketers in the world and that excites me.'

Legends League: Sehwag, Yuvraj, Harbhajan to play for India Maharaja

Legends League: Sehwag, Yuvraj, Harbhajan to play for India Maharaja

Rediff.com4 Jan 2022

Virender Sehwag, Yuvraj Singh and Harbhajan Singh will be among a host of former stars in the India Maharaja team which will take part in the inaugural edition of the Legends League Cricket (LLC), starting on January 20 in Oman.

IPL: KKR call in Mahmood, Botha to replace injured players

IPL: KKR call in Mahmood, Botha to replace injured players

Rediff.com31 Mar 2015

Kolkata Knight Riders suffered a double setback ahead of the eighth season of the Indian Premier League when New Zealand all-rounder Jimmy Neesham and Australia's Chris Lynn were ruled out of the forthcoming T20 tournament with injuries.

IPL 8 Squads: Kolkata Knight Riders

IPL 8 Squads: Kolkata Knight Riders

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

Check out the Kolkata Knight Riders squad for the eighth edition of the Indian Premier League.

No contract extension for Pak coach Arthur

No contract extension for Pak coach Arthur

Rediff.com7 Aug 2019

Arthur, 51, took charge of a mercurial Pakistan side in 2016 following his stints with the national teams of South Africa and Australia and, according to local media reports, was keen on an extension.

Records set by Australian Test debutant Agar

Records set by Australian Test debutant Agar

Rediff.com11 Jul 2013

The records set by Australia's Ashton Agar and Phil Hughes against England during the first Ashes Test at Trent Bridge, Nottingham on Thursday.

PHOTOS: Narine performs first 'trick' of IPL 6

PHOTOS: Narine performs first 'trick' of IPL 6

Rediff.com16 Apr 2013

Kolkata Knight Riders' spin sensation Sunil Narine added another feather to his cap when he registered the first hat-trick in the sixth edition of the Indian Premier League, against Kings XI Punjab, in Mohali, on Tuesday. Check out the dismissals.

Punjab crush Mumbai to give Gilchrist winning farewell

Punjab crush Mumbai to give Gilchrist winning farewell

Rediff.com18 May 2013

Kings XI Punjab produced an all-round show as they ended their Pepsi Indian Premier League campaign on a winning note with a 50-run humiliation of Mumbai Indians in Dharamsala, on Saturday.

CLT20: Mahmood stars as Auckland make main draw

CLT20: Mahmood stars as Auckland make main draw

Rediff.com10 Oct 2012

Veteran all-rounder Azhar Mahmood grabbed five wickets and struck a half-century as Auckland Aces thrashed Hampshire by eight wickets to qualify for the main draw of the Champions League Twenty20 tournament, in Johannesburg, on Wednesday.

Mahmood, Kumar help Punjab upset Bangalore

Mahmood, Kumar help Punjab upset Bangalore

Rediff.com3 May 2012

Kings XI Punjab edged past Royal Challengers Bangalore by four wickets in a thrilling Indian Premier League match and keep themselves in the play-offs contention.

Mahmood helps Punjab stun champions Chennai

Mahmood helps Punjab stun champions Chennai

Rediff.com28 Apr 2012

Underdogs Kings XI Punjab scored an upset seven-run victory over defending champions Chennai Super Kings in an Indian Premier League match, in Chennai.

Shoaib Malik plays club game in Delhi; BCCI in dark

Shoaib Malik plays club game in Delhi; BCCI in dark

Rediff.com12 Jun 2012

Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik's played a match for Hargopal CC on June 5, at the Modern School ground on Barakhamba Road, and scored 26 runs.

Stats: Mandeep, most successful Kings XI batsmen

Stats: Mandeep, most successful Kings XI batsmen

Rediff.com14 May 2012

Statistical highlights of the IPL match between Kings XI Punjab and Deccan Chargers in Mohali.

IPL: Former Pak player Mahmood gets KXIP contract

IPL: Former Pak player Mahmood gets KXIP contract

Rediff.com4 Feb 2012

Pakistani cricketers have been a pariah in the Indian Premier League for the last three seasons but former all-rounder Azhar Mahmood fetched a contract with Kings XI Punjab albeit as an English player.

Why Pakistan men's team need to take inspiration from women's side

Why Pakistan men's team need to take inspiration from women's side

Rediff.com9 Apr 2016

Pakistan bowling coach Azhar Mahmood has called on the his side to draw inspiration from the women's side who displayed a spirited performance during the recently-concluded World Twenty20.

Inzy signs American T20 League deal

Inzy signs American T20 League deal

Rediff.com21 Apr 2009

An American entrepreneur who hopes to establish an international Twenty20 tournament in New York has signed up former Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq and six other Pakistan players for his project scheduled to be launched later this year.

Ban on 6 more Pakistan ICL players off

Ban on 6 more Pakistan ICL players off

Rediff.com17 Feb 2009

The Sindh high court today lifted the domestic ban on six Pakistani players who had joined the Indian Cricket League, thus clearing 17 'rebel' players to play in local tournaments. Imran Farhat, Imran Nazir, Humayun Farhat, Taufiq Umar, Riaz Afridi and Arshad Khan thus joined 11 other Pakistani players who got a similar reprieve from the court last week, PCB lawyer Shan Gul said.

Lahore Badshahs post first victory

Lahore Badshahs post first victory

Rediff.com20 Oct 2008

After two consecutive defeats, Lahore Badshahs won their first match in the Indian Cricket League Twenty20 Championship, beating Ahmedabad Rockets by 31 runs, at the Sardar Vallabbhai Patel stadium, in Ahmedabad, on Sunday night.

Pak board bans ICL players

Pak board bans ICL players

Rediff.com24 Dec 2007

Pakistan's cricket authorities have banned players who appeared in the rebel Indian Cricket League (ICL) from playing in the ongoing domestic season.

Five Pakistan players sign up for ICL

Five Pakistan players sign up for ICL

Rediff.com20 Aug 2007

Inzamam-ul-Haq, Mohammad Yousuf, Abdul Razzaq, Azhar Mahmood and Imran Farhat have finalised deals to play in the rebel league.

Cairns, Astle join Indian Cricket League

Cairns, Astle join Indian Cricket League

Rediff.com28 Sep 2007

The Kiwis are among 18 more players who signed up with the rebel league.