News for 'Azam'

Too shy or egotistic- What's really wrong with Babar

Too shy or egotistic- What's really wrong with Babar

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Zaheer, who scored 100 first class centuries in his career said that Babar needed to sit down and talk to his seniors.

Captain Azam hits unbeaten ton as Pakistan down NZ again

Captain Azam hits unbeaten ton as Pakistan down NZ again

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

Captain Babar Azam was delighted after hitting an unbeaten century as Pakistan notched up back-to-back wins over New Zealand with a 38-run victory over the tourists in the second Twenty20 International in Lahore on Saturday.

What Sunny G told Babar Azam

What Sunny G told Babar Azam

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

Sunil Gavaskar gifted Pakistan Captain Babar Azam an autographed cap as a birthday gift.

Picture of the Day? Kohli's Pat on Babar's Back Wins Hearts

Picture of the Day? Kohli's Pat on Babar's Back Wins Hearts

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Virat Kohli and Babar Azam shared a brief yet significant exchange before Pakistan began their innings.

How Kohli & Co set RCB's home record straight

How Kohli & Co set RCB's home record straight

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Under the shimmering floodlights and in front of a roaring partisan crowd, Virat Kohli unleashed his latest masterclass, blasting a 42-ball 70 to guide Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to a sensational 11-run win over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Only 18 Muslim women made it to Lok Sabha since Independence

Only 18 Muslim women made it to Lok Sabha since Independence

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

From royalty to a tea vendor-turned-politician's wife and from a first lady to a Bengali actress, the 18 Muslim women who treaded the hallowed corridors of power in the Lok Sabha are an eclectic mix, with each of them having an interesting backstory, but one common thread -- their path to power was always strewn with struggle and hurdles.

'New faces will shine': Pakistan captain's promise

'New faces will shine': Pakistan captain's promise

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Pakistan's T20 captain, Salman Ali Agha, remains optimistic despite his team's 1-4 series loss to New Zealand, believing the new faces tried out in the matches will eventually come through.

Azam Khan's game is over, will pay for his sins: Jaya Prada

Azam Khan's game is over, will pay for his sins: Jaya Prada

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

Jaya Prada and Azam Khan have a long-running feud.

'I Will Always Be Remembered For Don'

'I Will Always Be Remembered For Don'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

'Don was declared a flop because not many people turned up.' 'Luckily, Khaike Paan Banaraswala became a big hit.' 'Word of mouth publicity led to the film becoming a big hit from the second week on.'

Azam Khan's son disqualified from assembly for 2nd time

Azam Khan's son disqualified from assembly for 2nd time

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

Samajwadi Party MLA Abdullah Azam Khan was disqualified from the Uttar Pradesh assembly on Wednesday, an official said, days after a court sentenced him to two-year imprisonment in a 15-year-old case.

Pak javelin star Nadeem's Instagram blocked in India

Pak javelin star Nadeem's Instagram blocked in India

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Pakistan's Olympics gold-winning javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem's Instagram account has been blocked in India owing to a "legal request" in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack.

LeT terrorist involved in RSS headquarters attack killed in Pak

LeT terrorist involved in RSS headquarters attack killed in Pak

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist Razaullah Nizamani Khalid alias Abu Saifullah Khalid, who was the brain behind the 2006 attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh headquarters, was killed by three unidentified gunmen in Sindh province of Pakistan on Sunday, officials in New Delhi said.

Azam Khan gets 2-year jail in another hate speech case

Azam Khan gets 2-year jail in another hate speech case

Rediff.com15 Jul 2023

The case was registered against Khan for allegedly making a provocative speech targeting the Uttar Pradesh chief minister, the then Rampur district election officer and the Election Commission at a rally in the Dhamora area on April 8, 2019 during the Lok Sabha polls.

I-T raids SP leader Azam Khan's premises in UP, MP

I-T raids SP leader Azam Khan's premises in UP, MP

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

The I-T probe is related to some trusts run by Khan and his family members, the sources said.

Pahalgam attack: India bans Pak PM Sharif's official YouTube channel

Pahalgam attack: India bans Pak PM Sharif's official YouTube channel

Rediff.com3 May 2025

When searched for his account, YouTube displays an error message.

Rizwan, Babar DROPPED from T20 squad

Rizwan, Babar DROPPED from T20 squad

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

Pakistan captain Muhammad Rizwan and Babar Azam have been dropped from the T20 squad for the upcoming five-match series in New Zealand.

The Secret Of Babar Azam's Success

The Secret Of Babar Azam's Success

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

'There is hard work involved and that is why I have been able to give good performances.'

'Babar Azam made one mistake...'

'Babar Azam made one mistake...'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

'He should have had Nawaz bowl the 13th or 14th over...

'India's spinners will crush Pakistan'

'India's spinners will crush Pakistan'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria has criticized Babar Azam for focusing on personal milestones over team success, expressing concerns about Pakistan's preparations ahead of their crucial Champions Trophy clash against India. He believes Pakistan's recent struggles, including a disappointing Tri-Nation Series campaign and a 1-1 draw against the West Indies in a home Test series, point to a lack of readiness for the India encounter.

Gill-Sudharsan: Only pair to score 200 twice in T20s

Gill-Sudharsan: Only pair to score 200 twice in T20s

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan are the first opening pair in the history of T20 cricket to chase 200 or more twice.

Dhaka trashes reports on Mujib's freedom fighter status

Dhaka trashes reports on Mujib's freedom fighter status

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Bangladesh's interim government on Wednesday dismissed as 'completely baseless' and 'misleading' the media reports that claimed it has dropped the 'Father of the Nation' title for Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and revised the definition of freedom fighter.

Maharashtra to rename town housing Aurangzeb tomb

Maharashtra to rename town housing Aurangzeb tomb

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Maharashtra minister Sanjay Shirsat has announced the renaming of Khultabad, the town where Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb is located, to Ratnapur. The move comes after a demand from the minister, other state leaders, and right-wing groups for the removal of the tomb. The minister stated that many place names were changed during Aurangzeb's reign and the government plans to change the names of all places with "bad" in them. The government also plans to construct a memorial showcasing the history of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and his son Sambhaji Maharaj in Khultabad.

Babar Azam opens up about Asia Cup hosting drama

Babar Azam opens up about Asia Cup hosting drama

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

PCB have hosting rights for the Asia Cup but the Asian Cricket Council headed by Jay Shah opted for the hybrid model where Sri Lanka became the co-hosts

World Cup: Babar Azam feels 'at home' in Hyderabad

World Cup: Babar Azam feels 'at home' in Hyderabad

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

Overwhelmed with hospitality since arriving in India, Babar Azam is completely feeling "at home" in Hyderabad but didn't forget to add that Pakistan cricket fans have been missed amid their build-up for the World Cup.

UP govt withdraws Azam Khan's Y-category security, says it's not needed

UP govt withdraws Azam Khan's Y-category security, says it's not needed

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

The Uttar Pradesh government has withdrawn the 'Y-category' security cover provided to Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan, saying it was not needed, even as his party decried the move as "unfortunate."

Why Pakistan cricket is on the decline!

Why Pakistan cricket is on the decline!

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Former Pakistan captain blamed frequent changes in the team's management, coaches, and players for the chaotic situation.

'I felt sidelined by PCB after 2024 T20 World Cup'

'I felt sidelined by PCB after 2024 T20 World Cup'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

'No one told me if I was part of the future plans.'

Pakistan's Babar Azam breaks yet another Virat Kohli record

Pakistan's Babar Azam breaks yet another Virat Kohli record

Rediff.com18 Jul 2022

Babar Azam becomes fastest Asian batter to reach 10,000 international runs

When Will Babar Azam Get Married?

When Will Babar Azam Get Married?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

Babar's answer stumped the questioner and left everyone in splits.

Kohli first Indian to go past 13000 runs in T20s

Kohli first Indian to go past 13000 runs in T20s

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Virat Kohli became the first Indian to complete 13,000 runs in T20 cricket, during the IPL 2025 match against MI on Monday.

Babar Azam steps down as Pakistan captain after WC flop!

Babar Azam steps down as Pakistan captain after WC flop!

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Following Pakistan's forgettable World Cup in India, Babar Azam stepped down as skipper of the national team.

Black Cat Brings SA Early Luck!

Black Cat Brings SA Early Luck!

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

The kitty has become popular with viewers and has gone viral with one particular cheeky comment from Lahori Guy who tweeted: 'Black Cat contributed more in Karachi Stadium than Babar Azam.'

Very disappointed but keen to lead in rebuilding phase: Babar Azam

Very disappointed but keen to lead in rebuilding phase: Babar Azam

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

Pakistan captain Babar Azam didn't hide his disappointment after a humiliating 93-run defeat to England in their last World Cup game.

Pakistan's surprise decision for South Africa Tests

Pakistan's surprise decision for South Africa Tests

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

Shaheen Afridi also missed the last two Tests against England in October.

BJP wins Azam Khan's Rampur Sadar For First Time

BJP wins Azam Khan's Rampur Sadar For First Time

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

BJP candidate Akash Saxena defeated his Samajwadi Party rival Asim Raja by 33,702 votes.

SC upholds cancellation of Abdullah Azam Khan's election to UP assembly

SC upholds cancellation of Abdullah Azam Khan's election to UP assembly

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

The litigation in the present case relates to the existence of two birth certificates of Abdullah Azam who allegedly gave the wrong date of birth while filing his nomination papers for the 2017 poll.

New Zealand trounce Pakistan; sweep ODI series 3-0

New Zealand trounce Pakistan; sweep ODI series 3-0

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

Ben Sears picked up five wickets as New Zealand outclassed Pakistan by 43 runs in the third and final ODI, to register a 3-0 series whitewash.

SP Split Wide Open as Azam Khan Aide Blasts Akhilesh

SP Split Wide Open as Azam Khan Aide Blasts Akhilesh

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

Jailed Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan's spokesperson accuses Akhilesh Yadav of ignoring Khan and the Muslim community, sparking speculation over another rift in the party.

Rizwan calls on team to play at optimum level

Rizwan calls on team to play at optimum level

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

'Unfortunately, we tend to crack under pressure and lose close matches as we have seen in recent games.'

A Glimpse Of Class In A Slam-Bang IPL!

A Glimpse Of Class In A Slam-Bang IPL!

Rediff.com19 May 2025

In a format often dominated by innovation and brute force, Gujarat Titans' Subhman Gill and Sai Sudharsan once again reminded the fans that proper cricketing shots still thrive in the hustle of modern T20 cricket.