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Ex-Pakistan captains seek ICC rule change

Ex-Pakistan captains seek ICC rule change

Rediff.com18 Sep 2008

Former Pakistan captains Ramiz Raja and Intikhab Alam have urged the International Cricket Council (ICC) to review its rules to make sure countries do not pick and choose tours.

Bhuvneshwar wins ICC Player of the Month award

Bhuvneshwar wins ICC Player of the Month award

Rediff.com13 Apr 2021

Bhuvneshwar took six wickets at an economy rate of 4.65 in the three ODIs

Akhtar takes dig at Sehwag, says has more money than Indian star's hair on head

Akhtar takes dig at Sehwag, says has more money than Indian star's hair on head

Rediff.com23 Jan 2020

Akhtar has often advised Pakistan's management to take cue from Indian management.

ICC dedicating two-and-a-half month IPL window?

ICC dedicating two-and-a-half month IPL window?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2022

Pakistan wants ICC to regulate growth of T20 leagues

Akram, Waqar, Shoaib slam Amir's decision to quit Tests at 27

Akram, Waqar, Shoaib slam Amir's decision to quit Tests at 27

Rediff.com27 Jul 2019

Pakistan pace greats including Wasim Akram and Shoaib Akhtar slammed Mohammad Amir's decision to retire from Test cricket at the age of 27.

Rashid Latif in trouble again

Rashid Latif in trouble again

Rediff.com23 Nov 2003

The former Pakistan captain could face a year's ban for violating the PCB code of conduct.

Wasim should coach in Pakistan: PCB

Wasim should coach in Pakistan: PCB

Rediff.com20 Nov 2003

'We feel his first priority should be given to Pakistan,' said PCB chief executive Ramiz Raja.

How the world reacted to NZ abandoning Pakistan series

How the world reacted to NZ abandoning Pakistan series

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

New Zealand abandoned their limited-overs series in Pakistan on Friday after receiving a security alert, with the tourists "unilaterally suspending" all their scheduled matches.

No money for contracts: PCB

No money for contracts: PCB

Rediff.com14 Apr 2004

PCB CEO Rameez Raja said introducing a central contract system means a payment of approximately $320,000 per year to each player.\n\n

PCB blasts Sarfraz, Latif

PCB blasts Sarfraz, Latif

Rediff.com3 Apr 2004

PCB chief executive Ramiz Raja said Rashid Latif was jeopardising his future by issuing reckless statements.

Unique first game: Wright

Unique first game: Wright

Rediff.com15 Mar 2004

Raja suggests jail time for match-fixing, says Akmal makes list of idiots

Raja suggests jail time for match-fixing, says Akmal makes list of idiots

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

Batsman Umar Akmal was handed a three-year ban by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Monday after he failed to report corrupt approaches, prompting Raja and Zimbabwean cricketer-turned-commentator Mpumelelo Mbangwa to have a discussion on match-fixing on social media.

PCB expects to make a killing on India's tour

PCB expects to make a killing on India's tour

Rediff.com9 Jan 2004

The Pakistani board could make as much as US $20 million from the upcoming home series against its traditional rival.

Raja, Miandad may lose jobs

Raja, Miandad may lose jobs

Rediff.com19 Apr 2004

Pakistan skipper Inzamam-ul Haq has been given the vote of confidence by the PCB.

Gold medals for golden jubilee Test

Gold medals for golden jubilee Test

Rediff.com11 Apr 2004

Waqar Younis set to retire

Waqar Younis set to retire

Rediff.com7 Apr 2004

"He (Waqar) called us up and told us he'd decided to call it quits," Ramiz Raja, chief executive of the PCB said.

'To beat a top side like India by 10 wickets in amazing'

'To beat a top side like India by 10 wickets in amazing'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

Former Test pacer Aaqib Javed said that Shaheen Shah Afridi's burst of two wickets with the new ball and Hasan Ali's one wicket put India on the back foot and they never recovered after that.

One stone and tour could be off

One stone and tour could be off

Rediff.com26 Feb 2004

Pakistan are concerned that India could call off their Test tour next month at the first hint of crowd trouble.

India wants fresh itinerary for Pak tour

India wants fresh itinerary for Pak tour

Rediff.com27 Oct 2003

Pakistan has proposed a series of seven ODIs and three Tests against India scheduled for Feb-Mar 2004.

Woolmer wins Pakistan backing

Woolmer wins Pakistan backing

Rediff.com23 Jul 2004

"We are prepared to give him time to get results," PCB chief executive Ramiz Raja said.

Now, Cricket set to introduce red cards!

Now, Cricket set to introduce red cards!

Rediff.com7 Dec 2016

In order to bring about a balance between bat and ball, the game's lawmakers - Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) - has recommended limiting bat size edges and depths. In addition, the MCC's World Cricket Committee, headed by former England captain Mike Brearley that met here for two days ending today, has also come up with the radical suggestion of introducing a football-hockey-like red card as punishment for violent acts on the cricket field.

Sarfaraz should retire from Tests, focus on white-ball cricket: Raja

Sarfaraz should retire from Tests, focus on white-ball cricket: Raja

Rediff.com11 Aug 2020

Sarfaraz was removed as captain from all three formats last year in a sudden move by the Pakistan Cricket Board but made a comeback to the national squad for the tour of England due to the unusual circumstances arising out of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mickey Arthur appointed Pakistan's head coach

Mickey Arthur appointed Pakistan's head coach

Rediff.com6 May 2016

Former South Africa and Australia coach, Mickey Arthur has been named coach of the Pakistan Cricket team. He succeeds Waqar Younis, who resigned following the team's disastrous World Twenty20 campaign.

'I don't think Pakistan needs to push so much to play India'

'I don't think Pakistan needs to push so much to play India'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2015

Flamboyant all-rounder and national T20 captain Shahid Afridi has advised the Pakistan Cricket Board to stop running after their Indian counterparts to have the proposed bilateral series in December in the UAE.

Pakistan batsman Akmal banned for three years

Pakistan batsman Akmal banned for three years

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

The Pakistan Cricket Board on Monday banned Umar Akmal from all forms of the game for three years, two months after initiating an anti-corruption investigation against the batsman. The PCB had not revealed the specific reasons for initiating the probe against the batsman but had charged him for two breaches of Article 2.4.4 of the Board's Anti-Corruption Code in two unrelated incidents in February this year.

'Captain. Leader. Legend': Dhoni gets emotional send-off

'Captain. Leader. Legend': Dhoni gets emotional send-off

Rediff.com16 Aug 2020

Former and current India teammates pay tribute to Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who announced his retirement from international cricket on Saturday.

Should umpire's call in DRS be retained?

Should umpire's call in DRS be retained?

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

The MCC's World Cricket Committee which includes greats like Shane Warne, Kumar Sangakkara, Sourav Ganguly and Ricky Ponting, recently discussed the controversial umpire's call aspect of the Decision Review System.

'Tainted trio will tarnish new Pakistan league's image'

'Tainted trio will tarnish new Pakistan league's image'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2015

Involving the tainted trio of Salman Butt, Mohammad Asif and Mohammad Amir will be 'extremely dangerous' for the reputation of the inaugural Pakistan Super League (PSL), former captain Ramiz Raja has said.

Butt urges PCB to allow him resume playing

Butt urges PCB to allow him resume playing

Rediff.com29 Aug 2015

Pakistan's tainted former captain Salman Butt has asked the PCB's anti-corruption officials and legal advisors to reconsider the reintegration and rehabilitation plan for the disgraced trio.

Stats: Australia's top six score 50s as India suffer again

Stats: Australia's top six score 50s as India suffer again

Rediff.com7 Jan 2015

This provided only the sixth such instance in Test cricket of the first six batsmen getting the past the half-century in an innings and four of them have have come against India.

And Captain of the year award goes to...

And Captain of the year award goes to...

Rediff.com27 Feb 2017

India Test skipper Virat Kohli has been named as the 'Captain of the Year'.

India's Harmanpreet, wrist spin duo honoured at ESPNCricinfo awards

India's Harmanpreet, wrist spin duo honoured at ESPNCricinfo awards

Rediff.com19 Feb 2018

The Captain of the Year award was given to England's World Cup-winning, Heather Knight, the first for a women skipper

Dean Jones favourite to become Pakistan's new coach

Dean Jones favourite to become Pakistan's new coach

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has made up its mind to appoint former Australia batsman Dean Jones as chief coach of the Pakistan cricket team.

Cric Buzz: Zimbabwe cricket board approaches ICC for loan

Cric Buzz: Zimbabwe cricket board approaches ICC for loan

Rediff.com19 Feb 2018

Zimbabwe Cricket Union has approached the International Cricket Council for a loan to bail the board out of a financial crisis, which has also put the Pakistan team's tour to that country in serious doubt.

I've never seen a coward captain like Misbah: Akhtar

I've never seen a coward captain like Misbah: Akhtar

Rediff.com21 Feb 2015

Former paceman Shoaib Akhtar labelled captain Misbah-ul-Haq "a coward" and "a selfish player" after Pakistan were crushed by 150 runs by West Indies in the World Cup on Saturday.

'You were one of a kind, Deano'

'You were one of a kind, Deano'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2020

'Speechless with the tragic news of the passing of my great mate and beloved cricketing man'

PCB won't allow Asia Cup cancellation to accommodate IPL

PCB won't allow Asia Cup cancellation to accommodate IPL

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

'If the conditions change and we can have the Asia Cup, it must be held as earnings from it are distributed as development funds to member countries for next two years'

Former players slam PCB for sacking Sarfaraz

Former players slam PCB for sacking Sarfaraz

Rediff.com20 Oct 2019

"He (Sarfaraz) has shown himself to be a fine captain and yes he was struggling a bit for form but when a senior player is under pressure you have to encourage and back him, not dump him like this".

Meet the commentators for Champions Trophy

Meet the commentators for Champions Trophy

Rediff.com18 Apr 2017

Ganguly, Ponting among commentators for Champions Trophy.

PCB disbands selection committee after World T20 debacle

PCB disbands selection committee after World T20 debacle

Rediff.com4 Apr 2016

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), on Monday, disbanded its national selection committee in the wake of the national team's debacle in the Asia Cup and the just-concluded World T20 cricket tournament.