News for 'Akram'

Khaled Mahmud to lead Bangladesh

Khaled Mahmud to lead Bangladesh

Rediff.com31 Mar 2003

Former skipper Akram Khan, openers Javed Omar and Mehrab Hossain have all been recalled for the triseries involving India and South Africa.\n

Indo-Pak goodwill match in Dubai

Indo-Pak goodwill match in Dubai

Rediff.com22 Apr 2004

Leading past and present cricketers from India and Pakistan are expected to play in the May 6 day-night match.

Judge of Mumbai attacks trial in Pak changed for 7th time

Judge of Mumbai attacks trial in Pak changed for 7th time

Rediff.com15 Oct 2014

The judge of the anti-terrorism court conducting the trial of seven Pakistani suspects charged with involvement in the 2008 Mumbai attacks was changed for the seventh time on Wednesday, with the current incumbent transferred to another court.

Imran wants bowling coach for Pakistan

Imran wants bowling coach for Pakistan

Rediff.com22 Mar 2004

The former Pakistan captain and pace ace suggested either Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis or Aquib Javed for the job.

Champions Trophy: Famous Pakistan fan turns India supporter

Champions Trophy: Famous Pakistan fan turns India supporter

Rediff.com30 May 2017

With the gradual decline in Pakistan's performance, the Karachi-born Mohammad Bashir has shifted allegiance to the 'formidable' Indian team ahead of the marquee ICC Champions Trophy clash later this week.

Tendulkar second-best ever: Wisden

Tendulkar second-best ever: Wisden

Rediff.com14 Dec 2002

He was place behind Don Bradman and Viv Richards in the Test and ODI format.

World Cup 2019: Bowler, not batsman, will rule!

World Cup 2019: Bowler, not batsman, will rule!

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

Consistent death bowling from a Bumrah and spinners picking up wickets in the middle overs is why the average run-rate in the last few years hasn't exploded the way one would have expected, says Dhruv Munjal.

'Sachin expressed willingness on the possibility of All-Stars event in Pakistan'

'Sachin expressed willingness on the possibility of All-Stars event in Pakistan'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2015

Shoaib Akhtar has requested Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar to hold the All-Stars Cricket event in Pakistan as well.

'It was like Sachin was only made to play cricket'

'It was like Sachin was only made to play cricket'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

'When you looked at him even at that age, you could make out he was special.'

Is Jimmy the Sachin of fast bowling?

Is Jimmy the Sachin of fast bowling?

Rediff.com29 Aug 2020

England's James Anderson is the first fast bowler to take 600 Test wickets.

Sachin's Blasters vs Warne's Warriors: Game On!

Sachin's Blasters vs Warne's Warriors: Game On!

Rediff.com7 Nov 2015

Sachin's Blasters has Lara, Sehwag, Mahela, Murali and, of course, Tendulkar! Warne's Warriers has Ponting, Kallis, Sanga, Akram and Donald...

Will Mahinder become first Sikh player to represent Pakistan?

Will Mahinder become first Sikh player to represent Pakistan?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2016

Mahinder Pal Singh has become the first Sikh cricketer to be selected in Pakistan's National Cricket Academy after he was picked for a fast bowlers' camp, being organised by the Pakistan Cricket Board. The 21-year old Mahinder was selected at an emerging player camp, organised by PCB in Multan in November. "It was a proud moment for me to be selected for the camp," Pal, who hails from the tribal region of Pakistan but lives in Nankana Sahib outside Lahore, told PTI. The eldest among five siblings, Pal is the first member of his community to be recognised at this level.

'Why was Musharraf allowed to go abroad' Pak tribunal asks government

'Why was Musharraf allowed to go abroad' Pak tribunal asks government

Rediff.com31 Mar 2016

A peeved special Pakistani tribunal on Thursday asked government to give a written explanation as to why it allowed former military ruler Pervez Musharraf to go abroad.

Pakistani judicial commission to visit India on Sep 11

Pakistani judicial commission to visit India on Sep 11

Rediff.com4 Sep 2013

A Pakistani judicial commission will travel to India on September 11 to cross-examine key witnesses of the Mumbai terror attacks, prosecutors informed a court on Wednesday.

Bumrah key to India's chances at World Cup, says Clarke

Bumrah key to India's chances at World Cup, says Clarke

Rediff.com24 Jun 2019

Jasprit Bumrah's amazing skill-set gives India a realistic chance of winning the World Cup but a 'freak' called David Warner might just retain it for Australia, believes 2015 World Cup-winning captain Michael Clarke.

India lose by not playing Pakistan in World Cup, says Gavaskar

India lose by not playing Pakistan in World Cup, says Gavaskar

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

Sunil Gavaskar urged Imran Khan to take the necessary 'first step' towards improving ties with India.

Pak govt holding internal parleys on formulating India policy

Pak govt holding internal parleys on formulating India policy

Rediff.com19 May 2014

Pakistan government is holding internal discussions on formulating a policy to deal with the new Indian government under Narendra Modi.

Kumble takes 350 Test wickets

Kumble takes 350 Test wickets

Rediff.com10 Oct 2003

He is the 14th player in history and only the second Indian to reach the milestone.

WC Qualifiers: Plucky India hold Asian champions Qatar to goalless draw

WC Qualifiers: Plucky India hold Asian champions Qatar to goalless draw

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

A gritty India survived waves of attacks from Qatar to hold the reigning Asian champions to a goalless draw to steal an unexpected point from their away match of the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.

Protests erupt in Delhi over Arunachal student's death

Protests erupt in Delhi over Arunachal student's death

Rediff.com1 Feb 2014

A group of students from the Northeast on Saturday staged a protest in New Delhi against the death of an Arunachal Pradesh MLA's son after being allegedly beaten up by some shopkeepers in Lajpat Nagar.

Wasim, Shoaib slam Pakistan captain Sarfaraz

Wasim, Shoaib slam Pakistan captain Sarfaraz

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

Former captain Wasim Akram led Pakistan's cricket community in lambasting the team for "going down without a fight" against arch-rivals India.

'After my first innings in Test cricket, I doubted my ability'

'After my first innings in Test cricket, I doubted my ability'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2014

International Test debuts can be intimidating and Sachin Tendulkar could not have imagined a tougher one when he padded up against pace legends Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis in 1989 -- the experience leaving him so scarred that he doubted his ability to continue at the highest level.

Sehwag puts his money where his mouth is

Sehwag puts his money where his mouth is

Rediff.com13 Mar 2018

Will get money's worth if Gayle, Yuvi can win even two games, says Sehwag

Post 26/11 attacks, Coast Guard team visits Pak for first time

Post 26/11 attacks, Coast Guard team visits Pak for first time

Rediff.com4 Jul 2013

For the first time after the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, an Indian coast guard team visited Pakistan earlier this week to discuss the issues of fishermen languishing in jails and coordination between the two maritime forces.

I don't see Bumrah playing 10 years of injury-free cricket: Aaqib

I don't see Bumrah playing 10 years of injury-free cricket: Aaqib

Rediff.com2 Mar 2016

Former Pakistan fast bowler and current United Arab Emirates coach Aaqib Javed feels that Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah will "find it difficult" to sustain for long without injury in international cricket with his unusual action.

Stats: Ashwin joins Kapil, Kumble, Harbhajan in elite club

Stats: Ashwin joins Kapil, Kumble, Harbhajan in elite club

Rediff.com11 Oct 2016

Statistical highlights on day three of the third cricket Test between India and New Zealand, in Indore, on Monday.

Pak cricketers refuse to sign three-month extended contract

Pak cricketers refuse to sign three-month extended contract

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

Pakistan cricketers, who are currently touring New Zealand, have refused to sign the three-month extended contract that is given to them by the national cricket board (PCB).

26/11: Now Ganeshotsav delays Pak panel's visit to Mumbai

26/11: Now Ganeshotsav delays Pak panel's visit to Mumbai

Rediff.com10 Sep 2013

A Pakistani judicial commission's visit to India to cross-examine witnesses of the Mumbai terror attacks has been delayed because of the 10-day Ganesh Chaturthi festival, a defence lawyer said on Tuesday.

India needs to find a way to dismiss Smith: Gavaskar

India needs to find a way to dismiss Smith: Gavaskar

Rediff.com12 Jan 2016

Former captain Sunil Gavaskar says if India wants to win the ongoing five-match ODI series in Australia they need to find a way to dismiss home team skipper Steven Smith early.

Stats: Rashid posts highest Test score vs India

Stats: Rashid posts highest Test score vs India

Rediff.com17 Dec 2016

Openers KL Rahul and Parthiv Patel produced a calm and composed performance as India reached 60 for no loss at stumps on the second day of the fifth and final dead-rubber Test against England at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday.

'Cricket relations between India and Pakistan are very important'

'Cricket relations between India and Pakistan are very important'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2014

Legendary cricketer Imran Khan has called for improved sporting and political relations between India and Pakistan and believes the two neighbouring countries could co-exist peacefully and in cooperation in the region.

Steyn to retire from white ball cricket after 2019 WC; will continue playing Tests

Steyn to retire from white ball cricket after 2019 WC; will continue playing Tests

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

Plagued by injuries over the last couple of years, veteran South Africa fast bowler Dale Steyn is aiming to retire from limited overs cricket after the 2019 World Cup in England.

Warne's Warriors too good for Sachin's Blasters in Game 2

Warne's Warriors too good for Sachin's Blasters in Game 2

Rediff.com12 Nov 2015

Andrew Symonds bagged four wickets and Saqlain Mushtaq two as Warne Warriors easily defeated Sachin Blasters by 57 runs in Game 2 of the Cricket All-Stars series in Houston on Wednesday night.

'I could have been India's best all-rounder'

'I could have been India's best all-rounder'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

'The physio told me I might have a problem walking in the future because of the back injury and that I need to stop playing cricket.' 'But I was very keen that I kept playing.' 'I told him just get me pain free and I will make a comeback.' 'And I did exactly that.'

Have you ever been to a human library?

Have you ever been to a human library?

Rediff.com2 Aug 2017

The Human Library project brings together people from all walks of life to interact with 'talking books'.

India-Pakistan series in December not ruled out yet, says Shukla

India-Pakistan series in December not ruled out yet, says Shukla

Rediff.com23 Oct 2015

The senior Indian administrator also said that the BCCI extended full hospitality to the PCB delegation but Shiv Sena spoiled the schedule meeting last Monday.

All-Stars PHOTOS: 'Celebrating cricket' as legends turn back the clock

All-Stars PHOTOS: 'Celebrating cricket' as legends turn back the clock

Rediff.com8 Nov 2015

"The whole idea of Cricket All Stars is that, to try to get as many nations together to celebrate this'