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Late wickets put South Africa in command

Late wickets put South Africa in command

Rediff.com9 Oct 2007

Pakistan were 140 for 4 in reply to South Africa's 357 in the first innings at close of play on day two of the second Test.

I had gone blank: Sreesanth on the Misbah catch

I had gone blank: Sreesanth on the Misbah catch

Rediff.com27 Sep 2007

"I was blank. I did not feel anything," Sreesanth told reporters when asked about the catch of Misbah-ul-Haq, which sparked a thunderous celebration among the Indian fans.

VOTE: Can India extend their winning run against Pakistan?

VOTE: Can India extend their winning run against Pakistan?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

India have never lost to their neighbours, having beaten them in the previous five World Cup matches they have played -- in 1992, 1996, 1999, 2003 and 2011.

How Pakistan fares in World Cups

How Pakistan fares in World Cups

Rediff.com1 Jun 2019

Rajneesh Gupta highlights all the important numbers of the Pakistan team from cricket World Cups.

PHOTOS: Ruthless England turn the screw on Pak in 2nd Test

PHOTOS: Ruthless England turn the screw on Pak in 2nd Test

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

England moved relentlessly towards a series-levelling victory over Pakistan on a rain-disrupted third day of the second test in Manchester on Sunday. The hosts bowled out the Pakistanis for 198 before declining to enforce the follow-on, ending the day on 98 for one to lead by a commanding 489 runs with two days remaining at Old Trafford.

Why Sarfaraz wasn't keen on playing 3rd T20 against England

Why Sarfaraz wasn't keen on playing 3rd T20 against England

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

Sarfaraz had told head coach and chief selector, Misbah-ul-Haq, before the match that he didn't wish to play.

Who will be Pakistan cricket team's next head coach?

Who will be Pakistan cricket team's next head coach?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2019

Former captain Misbah applies for Pakistan head coach role

Zimbabwe take nine Pakistan wickets on opening day

Zimbabwe take nine Pakistan wickets on opening day

Rediff.com4 Sep 2013

Zimbabwe captured nine Pakistan wickets for 249 runs on the opening day of the first Test in Harare on Tuesday after a frustrating ninth-wicket partnership between Saeed Ajmal and Junaid Khan.

Captain Misbah finds fault in all departments of Pakistan team

Captain Misbah finds fault in all departments of Pakistan team

Rediff.com21 Feb 2015

Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq found fault with every department of his team's performance in their 150-run loss to West Indies.

'Don't write off Pakistan'

'Don't write off Pakistan'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2015

The talented but unpredictable side are not favourites.

Top 20 batsmen and bowlers in 2011

Top 20 batsmen and bowlers in 2011

Rediff.com27 Oct 2011

The top twenty batsmen and bowlers in 2011, after the Chittagong Test between Bangladesh and West Indies.

Minimum distractions! India bans WAGs, Pak says no to social media

Minimum distractions! India bans WAGs, Pak says no to social media

Rediff.com23 Jan 2015

In an attempt to minimise distractions at the Cricket World Cup that starts next month, defending champions India have banned WAGs, while Pakistan has called for no social media for their players.

Why Pakistan head coach Misbah may be asked to quit as chief selector

Why Pakistan head coach Misbah may be asked to quit as chief selector

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

Pakistan head coach Misbah-ul-Haq could be asked to relinquish his role as chief selector after the team returns from England as the cricket authorities are considering appointing a new person for the top job.

'Even if the Indo-Pak series does not happen now, it will take place soon'

'Even if the Indo-Pak series does not happen now, it will take place soon'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

Former India cricketer Arun Lal has said that India should not call off bilateral series with Pakistan as sport was a way to improve relation between the two countries.

ICC Rankings: SKY drops to 4th; Rizwan new No 1 batter

ICC Rankings: SKY drops to 4th; Rizwan new No 1 batter

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

Suryakumar Yadav has dropped one spot to fourth place in the latest ICC Men's T20I Players Rankings

Pakistan name two uncapped players

Pakistan name two uncapped players

Rediff.com17 Oct 2004

Pakistan have selected two uncapped teenagers in a 15-man squad for the two-Test series against Sri Lanka starting on October 20.

'We are expecting some response from the Indian board on proposed series'

'We are expecting some response from the Indian board on proposed series'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2015

Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Shaharyar Khan has said that he's still waiting for his Indian counterpart to contact him regarding the proposed bilateral series in the UAE in December.

PCB to probe Afridi's comments on captaincy

PCB to probe Afridi's comments on captaincy

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

The Pakistan Cricket Board will convene a meeting of its Board of Governors next week to discuss the controversial captaincy issue for next year's World Cup.

Pakistan include Sarfaraz, Haider in T20 World Cup squad

Pakistan include Sarfaraz, Haider in T20 World Cup squad

Rediff.com8 Oct 2021

Former spinner Saqlain Mushtaq was named interim head coach following the resignation of Misbah ul-Haq.

Pakistan recall Taufeeq Umar

Pakistan recall Taufeeq Umar

Rediff.com17 Mar 2004

The Pakistan selectors announced a 15-member squad only for the third ODI against India in Peshawar on Friday.

Draw will be a big boost: Misbah

Draw will be a big boost: Misbah

Rediff.com3 Dec 2007

'It is a good thing to remember that I scored my first century on my son's birthday. So definitely it was special,' Pakistan's batting hero said at the end of the fourth day's play in the second Test against India.

Azhar makes fine century as Pakistan dominate Windies

Azhar makes fine century as Pakistan dominate Windies

Rediff.com14 Oct 2016

Azhar Ali's superb unbeaten 146 led Pakistan to a commanding 279 for one on the first day of the first test against West Indies in Dubai on Thursday. Azhar shared an opening partnership of 215 with Sami Aslam, who was bowled by Roston Chase for 90 in the final session to give the Caribbean side their only success of the day.

Why PCB were forced to sack captain Sarfaraz

Why PCB were forced to sack captain Sarfaraz

Rediff.com19 Oct 2019

Sacked Sarfaraz Ahmed had the chance to make a graceful exit as PCB had advised him to step down as captain in all three formats but the wicketkeeper-batsman turned down the suggestion.

'PCB has to be very careful as the Indian board can't be trusted'

'PCB has to be very careful as the Indian board can't be trusted'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2015

Former Pakistan captain and batting great, Javed Miandad believes that the Pakistan Cricket Board should tread carefully while dealing with the Indian cricket board over the planned bilateral series in December.

How Pakistan lost the plot against England...

How Pakistan lost the plot against England...

Rediff.com18 Oct 2015

Former Pakistan players reacted strongly to the national team's 'great escape' in the first Test against England in Abu Dhabi with many saying that the batsmen's surrender in the second innings was appalling.

Pakistan let players take final call on England tour

Pakistan let players take final call on England tour

Rediff.com13 Jun 2020

Sarfaraz Ahmed said that the PCB left it to the players to make the final call on travelling to England for the Test and T20 series.

10 BEST Sports Photos of the Week!

10 BEST Sports Photos of the Week!

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

The start to the 13 Tests long season could not have been better for India. A convincing win in their 500th Test over New Zealand with spinners Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja weaving their magic on a turning track to hand India a 1-0 lead in the three-match Test series. Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq receiving the Test mace for their meteoric rise to No.1 ranking in cricket's traditional format. Also, football took precedence once again, a struggling Manchester United ran riot at Old Trafford as they beat Premier League champions Leicester 4-1. An outstanding first-half performance by Arsenal helping them beat London rivals Chelsea. Other top teams like Manchester City and Liverpool also taking full points.

Kohli, Ashwin, Mithali in fray for ICC Player of the Decade

Kohli, Ashwin, Mithali in fray for ICC Player of the Decade

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

For ICC Women's Player of the Decade, Ellyse Perry (Australia), Meg Lanning (Australia), Suzie Bates (New Zealand), Stafanie Taylor (West Indies), Mithali Raj (India), Sarah Taylor (England) have been nominated.

Zimbabwe beat Pakistan for first time in 15 years

Zimbabwe beat Pakistan for first time in 15 years

Rediff.com27 Aug 2013

Zimbabwe recorded their first win over Pakistan for 15 years as they cruised to a seven-wicket victory in the opening one-day international at Harare Sports Club on Tuesday.

Pakistan thrash Kenya in Sharjah

Pakistan thrash Kenya in Sharjah

Rediff.com9 Apr 2003

They made 286 in their allotted 50 overs and later bundled out the Kenyans for 143 in 31.4 overs.

Pakistan farewell Misbah, Younis with dramatic win

Pakistan farewell Misbah, Younis with dramatic win

Rediff.com15 May 2017

Pakistan clinched their first ever series win in the Caribbean when they beat West Indies in a thrilling finish to the third Test in Dominica on Sunday, giving Younis Khan and Misbah-ul-Haq a perfect retirement present.

Azhar's double ton puts Pakistan in control on Day 2

Azhar's double ton puts Pakistan in control on Day 2

Rediff.com7 May 2015

Azhar Ali struck his maiden Test double hundred and Asad Shafiq registered his sixth century as Pakistan took firm control of the second and final Test against Bangladesh in Mirpur, Dhaka , on Thursday.

Emotions run high as India take on Pakistan

Emotions run high as India take on Pakistan

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Rohit's men start overwhelming favourites but Shaheen, rain pose threat

World Cup Blog: Why won't Eoin Morgan sing God Save The Queen?

World Cup Blog: Why won't Eoin Morgan sing God Save The Queen?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2015

A selection of musings from around the cricket World Cup.

It is time Misbah stopped being a nice person

It is time Misbah stopped being a nice person

Rediff.com15 Feb 2015

Pakistan's former fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has advised captain Misbah-ul-Haq to become stern.

World Cup warm-up: Misbah leads Pakistan to thrilling win over England

World Cup warm-up: Misbah leads Pakistan to thrilling win over England

Rediff.com11 Feb 2015

Skipper Misbah-ul-Haq scored a majestic 91 not out to lead Pakistan to a thrilling four-wicket victory over England in their final World Cup warmup at Sydney Cricket Ground on Wednesday.

India extend World Cup supremacy over Pakistan after Kohli ton

India extend World Cup supremacy over Pakistan after Kohli ton

Rediff.com24 Feb 2015

Virat Kohli scored an imperious century to steer India to a thumping 76 runs victory over Pakistan in their opening World Cup match at the Adelaide Oval on Sunday. After putting up an imposing 300 for seven, they shot out their arch-rivals for only 224 to begin the defence of their crown on a rousing note.

Why Pakistan cannot beat India in World Cup matches?

Why Pakistan cannot beat India in World Cup matches?

Rediff.com15 Feb 2015

Pakistan's jinx against India in World Cup continues

Pakistan crush New Zealand in Abu Dhabi first Test

Pakistan crush New Zealand in Abu Dhabi first Test

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

Pakistan continued to dominate at their adopted home in the United Arab Emirates by defeating New Zealand by 248 runs in the opening Test of the three-match series in Abu Dhabi on Thursday. Starting the day needing two wickets to take a 1-0 lead in the series, Pakistan, who are forced to host matches in the UAE due to security concerns back home, dismissed the visitors for 231 in the second innings on the fifth morning.

Miserable Misbah backed by Pakistan board

Miserable Misbah backed by Pakistan board

Rediff.com13 Oct 2014

Pakistan's cricket board (PCB) have backed struggling Test and one-day skipper Misbah-ul-Haq to lead the team at next year's World Cup but have considered potential replacements should he decide to stand down from his role as captain.