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Seamers help Pakistan win first ODI series in 22 years

Seamers help Pakistan win first ODI series in 22 years

Rediff.com10 Nov 2024

Shaheen and fellow quick Naseem Shah led the way, picking up three wickets apiece during a showcase of swing and pace, which accounted for Jake Fraser-McGurk (seven) and Aaron Hardie (12) in the first powerplay.

PIX: Kamran Ghulam rescues Pakistan after early collapse

PIX: Kamran Ghulam rescues Pakistan after early collapse

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

IMAGES from Day 1 of the 2nd Test played between Pakistan and England in Multan on Tuesday.

Lyon spins Australia to series-clinching win in Lahore

Lyon spins Australia to series-clinching win in Lahore

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

The 34-year-old took the prized wickets of Imam-ul-Haq, Azhar Ali and Babar Azam to end Pakistan's resistance and finished with figures of 5-83 in Pakistan's second innings.

Spinners bowl Bangladesh to historic Test win vs Pakistan

Spinners bowl Bangladesh to historic Test win vs Pakistan

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

Bangladesh registered their first ever Test win over Pakistan after spinners Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Shakib Al Hasan bowled them to a memorable 10-wicket victory.

ICC announced IPL not T20 team: Shoaib Akhtar

ICC announced IPL not T20 team: Shoaib Akhtar

Rediff.com27 Dec 2020

Pakistan players did not find any spot in ICC Team of the Decade across all formats

PIX: Kohli's 100 crushes Pak as India seal semis spot

PIX: Kohli's 100 crushes Pak as India seal semis spot

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

IMAGES from the Champions Trophy Group A match played between India and Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, in Dubai on Sunday.

'Shaheen's future as Pakistan skipper to be taken after national camp'

'Shaheen's future as Pakistan skipper to be taken after national camp'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2024

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi has indicated that a decision on Shaheen Shah Afridi's future as captain of the T20 team will be taken after the upcoming national camp in Kakul.

'One of the finest performances ever against Pakistan'

'One of the finest performances ever against Pakistan'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Kuldeep Yadav becomes only the second Indian spinner after Sachin Tendulkar to scalp a fifer against Pakistan.

Here's why Shaheen Afridi had 'heated argument' with coach

Here's why Shaheen Afridi had 'heated argument' with coach

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

Sources informed Geo News that Shaheen and Yousuf exchanged heated words, but later, the pacer apologised to him.

Brook, Root may merry in Multan before Pakistan collapse

Brook, Root may merry in Multan before Pakistan collapse

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Harry Brook became only the sixth England batter to hit a triple century in Tests as the visitors piled on the runs on Day 4 of the first Test against Pakistan in Multan on Thursday.

Will Pakistan lose Naseem Shah before the World Cup?

Will Pakistan lose Naseem Shah before the World Cup?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

Uncertainty shrouds Naseem Shah's availability for Pakistan's World Cup opening matches

Azam, Nawaz star as Pakistan thrash West Indies

Azam, Nawaz star as Pakistan thrash West Indies

Rediff.com1 Oct 2016

Babar Azam hit his maiden century while spinner Mohammad Nawaz grabbed four wickets as Pakistan thrashed the West Indies by 111 runs on the Duckworth-Lewis method in the first day-night international on Friday. Azam's rapid-fire 139-ball 120 helped Pakistan post a challenging 284-9 in a match reduced to 49 overs a side due to a 70-minute floodlight failure at Sharjah Stadium in the UAE. West Indies -- set 287 to win -- never got close and folded at 175 in 38.4 overs.

T20 WC: Focus on pitch as India take on wounded Pakistan

T20 WC: Focus on pitch as India take on wounded Pakistan

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

A confident and well-adjusted India would look to capitalise on an unpredictable Pakistan during Sunday's T20 World Cup match.

Controversial recall? Amir, Imad return to Pak squad

Controversial recall? Amir, Imad return to Pak squad

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

Amir, Imad recalled to Pakistan squad for NZ T20I series

Can Pakistan find solution in must-win WC clash vs SA?

Can Pakistan find solution in must-win WC clash vs SA?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Pakistan needs to win all its matches and expect Australia to falter in at least two of their remaining four games.

ICC Awards: Root Test player of the year; Babar bags ODI award

ICC Awards: Root Test player of the year; Babar bags ODI award

Rediff.com24 Jan 2022

Pakistan captain Babar Azam was named the International Cricket Council's ODI Cricketer of the Year following his exploits in 2021 when he scored 405 runs in six games at an average of 67.50.

Champions Trophy 2025: India vs Pakistan on March 1

Champions Trophy 2025: India vs Pakistan on March 1

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

The BCCI is yet to give its consent to the tentative schedule for the ICC Champions Trophy next year.

SEE: New York Stadium gears up for epic India-Pakistan clash

SEE: New York Stadium gears up for epic India-Pakistan clash

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

The Nassau County International Cricket Stadium will be India's home ground during the group stage, featuring matches against Ireland and the hosts USA.

Babar, Malik steer Pakistan past Sri Lanka in 1st ODI

Babar, Malik steer Pakistan past Sri Lanka in 1st ODI

Rediff.com14 Oct 2017

Babar Azam scored an impressive hundred while Shoaib Malik smashed a quickfire half century to help Pakistan thump Sri Lanka by 83 runs in the first one-day international in Dubai on Friday.

'Embarrassing': Akram, Waqar slam Pakistan dressing room posts

'Embarrassing': Akram, Waqar slam Pakistan dressing room posts

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

Fast bowling greats Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis slammed the Pakistan Cricket Board for sharing clips of the dressing room on social media.

Shaheen Afridi denies rift in Pakistan team

Shaheen Afridi denies rift in Pakistan team

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Shaheen Afridi brushes aside rumours of discontent within Pakistan team

T20 Rankings: Head bumps SKY from top spot; Bumrah soars

T20 Rankings: Head bumps SKY from top spot; Bumrah soars

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

Australia opener Travis head on Wednesday toppled India's Suryakumar Yadav as the number one batter in the latest ICC T20 rankings.

India-Pakistan Match Ups To Look Out For

India-Pakistan Match Ups To Look Out For

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Who will win these contests on Saturday?

Pakistan's T20 World Cup Records

Pakistan's T20 World Cup Records

Rediff.com13 Nov 2022

Pakistan's unpredictability will once again be their big strength at the T20 World Cup.

Pakistan PM Khan leads praise after team's World Cup loss

Pakistan PM Khan leads praise after team's World Cup loss

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

Pakistan's former cricket star prime minister, Imran Khan, offered consolation after Babar Azam's high-flying side suffered an exit from the Twenty20 World Cup with a heart-breaking defeat to Australia in the semi-finals.

Asia Cup: Pakistan make four changes for must-win game vs SL

Asia Cup: Pakistan make four changes for must-win game vs SL

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Pakistan's bowlers had gone for plenty against India and they will look to comeback strongly in what is a virtual semi-final against Sri Lanka.

Pakistan team under scanner ahead of World Cup squad announcement?

Pakistan team under scanner ahead of World Cup squad announcement?

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

The Pakistan Cricket Board on Thursday held a review meeting of their woeful Asia Cup show in the wake of their World Cup squad announcement.

Champions Trophy: Can India overcome these 3 threats?

Champions Trophy: Can India overcome these 3 threats?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

India's pace talisman Jasprit Bumrah's absence will certainly hurt India, but the team's quality batting and spin bowling make them title contenders alongside South Africa and Pakistan in the Champions Trophy.

Pakistan eye second T20 World Cup title

Pakistan eye second T20 World Cup title

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

'Our middle order stepped up in the last two matches'

Viral fever hits Pakistan camp ahead of Australia clash

Viral fever hits Pakistan camp ahead of Australia clash

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

Most of the Pakistani players, who were down with viral fever, after their arrival in Bengaluru have recovered though some are still under medical observation.

Pakistan shuffle squad ahead of Asia Cup

Pakistan shuffle squad ahead of Asia Cup

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

Pakistan, co-hosts of the Asia Cup, will take on Nepal in the tournament opener in Multan on Wednesday and will be in high spirits after their whitewash of Afghanistan.

How Pakistan escaped to draw in Karachi

How Pakistan escaped to draw in Karachi

Rediff.com16 Mar 2022

'We tried to be positive and play our shots. The team needed this knock, so I tried to bat for as long as I could.'

Meet the ICC 'Player of the Month'

Meet the ICC 'Player of the Month'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

Azam scooped the honour following a number of thrilling batting displays in Pakistan's multi-format series against Australia.

'Not surprised by Kohli's knock, it's a lesson for us'

'Not surprised by Kohli's knock, it's a lesson for us'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

When the discussion veered towards Kohli, Babar was effusive in his praise.

PIX: England crush Pakistan as both drop curtains on forgettable campaign

PIX: England crush Pakistan as both drop curtains on forgettable campaign

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

Images from the ICC Men's ODI World Cup match between England and Pakistan at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Saturday.

Five-star Miraz helps Bangladesh restrict Pakistan to 274

Five-star Miraz helps Bangladesh restrict Pakistan to 274

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

Mehidy Hasan Miraz claimed five wickets as Bangladesh bowled out Pakistan for 274 on the second day of their rain-hit second Test at Rawalpindi

No fans allowed for Pakistan's WC warm-up in Hyderabad

No fans allowed for Pakistan's WC warm-up in Hyderabad

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Pakistan's first warm-up match ahead of the World Cup will be played behind closed doors in Hyderabad for security reasons.

T20 Rankings: SKY stays No 2, Iyer moves up

T20 Rankings: SKY stays No 2, Iyer moves up

Rediff.com10 Aug 2022

Yadav is the best-placed Indian with 805 points in the batting list headed by Pakistan's Babar Azam.

Team India Warms Up Ahead Of Asia Cup

Team India Warms Up Ahead Of Asia Cup

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

The Indian cricket team warmed up at a training session at the ICC Academy in Dubai.

Kirsten's controversial exit: PCB reveals the truth

Kirsten's controversial exit: PCB reveals the truth

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday said that South African Gary Kirsten ended his tenure as Pakistan white-ball head coach as he made "some breaches" of his contract with the Board.