One of the reasons why bowlers are rarely considered captains is because they are more susceptible to injuries than batters, argues Vishal Menon.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Sunday demoted premier pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi to Category B from Category A, and did not offer central contracts to senior players Fakhar Zaman, Iftikhar Ahmed and Osama Mir for the 2024-25 season.
Legendary Sachin Tendulkar, presented the Championship trophy to the victorious Chicago Cricket Club as the National Cricket Championship ended on a memorable note.
Sachin Tendulkar has joined America's National Cricket League (NCL) ownership group, a move that is expected to give a big boost to the sport in the United States.
The Navi Mumbai police have apprehended an accused wanted in connection with an alleged plot to kill Bollywood actor Salman Khan, an official said.
The explosion ripped through the provincial capital Quetta's railway station as passengers gathered on the platform before the scheduled departure of the Jaffar Express to Peshawar.
Sourav Ganguly believes Rishabh Pant is on course to become an all-time great in Test cricket.
'Every game that he has been part of, where India has won across formats, you will see that Bumrah has left a big imprint on that game.'
Sarfaraz became the first cricketer to score a double century for Mumbai in the Irani Cup, solidifying his reputation as a formidable batsman.
Anil Kumble expressed his disappointment with India's humiliating 0-3 whitewash against New Zealand, particularly criticising the team's top-order batting and the questionable pitch preparation.
Pakistan lost Mohammad Rizwan for a duck in the first over when Moeen Ali had him caught and his opening partner Saim Ayub holed out in the deep to leave the tourists reeling at 14-2.
Kumble, under whose captaincy Jaffer turned out for India, played a role in the former Mumbai opener's appointment.
The 36-year-old Pakistani left-arm fast bowler, currently playing for English county Hampshire, is the only cricketer in history to take 500 one-day international wickets.
'Would he have dominated during my era or before my era? I think he would.'
'We played since childhood in U-15, U-17. It felt like we carried on from where we left off.'
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.
Pakistan's Super 8 qualification chance hinges on winning big in their last two games against Canada and Ireland.
Pakistan face South Africa at Lord's on Sunday before wrapping up their group campaign with matches against New Zealand, Afghanistan and Bangladesh.
It was also reported that evidence related to statements made by YouTubers and former cricketers is being collected by the Pakistan Cricket Board's legal department.
It was Pakistan's sixth defeat in their last 10 Tests at home and this was also the first time Bangladesh have beaten their neighbours in a Test and series.
'Why should she involve Islam in it?' 'We are living in a secular democracy and she has the right to do what she wants. but why bring Islam into it?'
Akram in a tweet said that he was rudely questioned and ordered to take out his insulin from its case and dump it into a plastic bag.
Latif said India have superior spinners and based on current form, Rohit Sharma's men are favourites for a win on Sunday.
Former Pakistan cricketer Wasim Akram recently became a father for the third time, as he welcomed a baby girl with his Shaniera Akram.
A Pakistani doctor, Dr Kamran Cheema, has served a legal notice to former fast bowler Wasim Akram demanding an unconditional apology from him after being accused of showing negligence in the treatment of Wasims's wife, Huma Akram.
Babar Azam and five other players will prolong their stay in the United States
'Pakistani players think that if they don't perform well, the coaches will be sacked, and nothing will happen to them.'
The story of Ravichandrean Ashwin remains incomplete without the mention of Ravindra Jadeja.
'There is a problem in our culture where people think, especially if you are an actor, that you are their property.'
Former Pakistan all rounder Wasim Raja died of a heart attack on Wednesday in London during a match.
'Winning even one Ranji Trophy title is a great achievement and to win 10 out of 10 is absolutely amazing.'
'In this assembly election, Muslims here will vote for one who works, but also one who safeguards their identity.' 'Their existence is more important they feel, than a faulty light meter. So yes, a Muslim representative will make a difference.'
Former India batter Wasim Jaffer said on Sunday that the Indian Premier League (IPL) needs to take away the 'Impact Player' rule since it is not encouraging all-rounders to bowl and their lack of bowling is a lack of concern for Indian cricket.
India will not be taking the foot off the gas pedal given USA's exploits in the T20 World Cup right after producing one of their best-ever bowling performances, said bowling coach Paras Mhambrey on Tuesday.
Join us in congratulating the 28-year-old batsman on his double hundred in the West Indies.
Former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer expressed his disappointment with fans trolling Indian all-rounder and Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya for his poor performances in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL), saying that during the T20 World Cup starting from June 1 in West Indies and USA, the all-rounder will play some crucial knocks and the trolls will be singing his praise.
The Mumbai opener has been recalled to the Indian Test team after nearly three-and-half years.
Jonny Bairstow will be available for the entire duration of the Indian Premier League
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