The Indian cricket team's biomechanical expert expressed satisfaction over Irfan Pathan's current form.
Sourav Ganguly, Gautam Gambhir, and Irfan Pathan took to social media to shower their congratulatory messages
Former India pacer Irfan Pathan reckons that the ban on using saliva for shining the ball is a significant blow to bowlers and authorities should ensure preparation of bowling-friendly Test wickets to prevent complete domination of the game by the batsmen. The ICC cricket committee, led by former India captain Anil Kumble, has recommended a ban on use of saliva as an interim measure to combat the coronavirus threat.
CSK's surprising decision to send Mahendra Singh Dhoni to bat at No 9 during their run chase against RCB has drawn sharp criticism from former cricketers and fans.
Suresh Raina was not picked by any franchise
'Who'll tell him that the bigger problems lie elsewhere?'
Reader Krishna Sudhakar sent us a picture of Irfan Pathan from South Africa.
One year after his debut, the 21-year-old pace sensation from Baroda is hungry for more success.
Former Test batsman and Baroda coach said the Indian team should have persisted with the pacer rather than send him back just for one domestic match.
The left arm seamer has been advised by team physio John Gloster rest his side strain.
Rahul Sharma recorded a hat-trick as India Masters crushed South Africa by eight wickets to record their third consecutive victory in the International Masters League.
Akmal hit his second century of the series to lift his team from a perilous 39 for six to 245
Having made a remarkable return to the cricket field for his Ranji side Baroda, India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has said that rather than speaking about international comeback he would let his performance do the talking.
Chaminda Vaas of Sri Lanka claimed earlier this week that Irfan Pathan would be fatigued after playing county cricket in England
India cricket coach Gary Kirsten on Sunday said the team wanted Irfan Pathan to play as an all-rounder in the 2011 ODI World Cup but had to drop the plan because of his inability to take wickets consistently.
Yusuf Pathan says he is a decent player who can bat, bowl and field well.
Delhi Daredevils all-rounder Irfan Pathan draws inspiration from his elder brother Yusuf and hopes to follow the explosive right-hander's footstep when it comes to power-hitting in cricket matches.
'If you look at their squad, with Cameron Green coming in, they have their biggest headache sorted. The middle muddle is sorted. They will have to sort out their bowling.'
Imran Khan thinks Irfan Pathan has all the qualities Wasim Akram had as a youngster.
Pathan also opined on problems around finishers and the team's pace bowling unit.
India all-rounder Irfan Pathan described his comeback to competitive cricket as a God's gift and said he wanted to utilise IPL's fifth season to get better and better.
'India need to prepare a good fast bowling unit in 2024'
Rohit called time on his red-ball career with immediate effect, bringing the curtains to a remarkable journey.
The left-armer is looking to get back his rhythm and form ahead of the tri-series in Sri Lanka next month.
India beat Pakistan by five wickets to post their first win in the Emerging Team trophy.
They will give way to bowlers Ramesh Powar and Murali Kartik
The 19-year-old's parents are among a long list of BCCI's special guests for the Lahore Test.
Reader Sushant Pradhan sent us these pictures from South Africa.
Indian pace ace Irfan Pathan has decided to tie the knot with his long-time friend Shivangi Dev, a chartered accountant working in Australia. Irfan, 24, met Shivangi, 22, in Canberra in 2003 when the Indian team was touring Australia and proposed to her when she was on a visit to Vadodara three years back. Shivangi, daughter of a diplomat now posted in Spain, promptly said 'yes' when Irfan asked whether she would marry him, Irfan's father Mehbubkhan Pathan said.
Pathan finished with an impressive 4-60 while leg-spinner Mishra claimed 4-42 as the hosts were bowled out for 246.
'We are looking at the Champions Trophy and World Cup,' team manager Ravi Sawant said.
Kapil Dev adviced Irfan Pathan to keep away from injury and train hard during off season.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Gautam Gambhir were also given central contracts in the list released on Saturday
A fine all-round performance by Irfan Pathan helped India clinch a narrow 10-run victory against Pakistan in the Asian Under-19 cricket championship.
Pathan conceded that Jasprit Bumrah is the only automatic selection among the bowlers.
Former India pacer Irfan Pathan on Sunday said he never lost his swing, contrary to the general perception at that time, and added blaming then coach Greg Chappell for his downfall was a cover-up. Pathan, 35, announced his retirement on Saturday, saying "most players start their India career at 27-28 but I ended up playing my last game at that stage".
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