News for 'Mohammad Amir'

Matt Henry Haunts India Again!

Matt Henry Haunts India Again!

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

Henry's exceptional spell of 5 for 42 in eight overs played a crucial role in restricting India to 249/9 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday.

Amir backs Dubai Cricket Council's offer to host India-Pakistan series

Amir backs Dubai Cricket Council's offer to host India-Pakistan series

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir on Thursday backed chairman of the Dubai Cricket Council Abdul Rahman Falaknaz's offer to host bilateral series between India and Pakistan in the UAE.

Not even...: Taliban on Trump's Bagram air base demand

Not even...: Taliban on Trump's Bagram air base demand

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

The statement, made during a special interview with Tolo News, came days after the US President said that Washington was trying to regain control of the base, which is currently under the control of the Taliban government after the US and its allied troops withdrew from the country in 2021.

Former Pakistan players question Imad Wasim's omission

Former Pakistan players question Imad Wasim's omission

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

Imad Wasim's omission has been questioned by former players after the all-rounder was left out of Pakistan team for the first T20I against New Zealand, having come out of retirement to play international cricket again.

How Pakistan bounced back to down India and win 2017 CT

How Pakistan bounced back to down India and win 2017 CT

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Sarfaraz recalled how the side regrouped under the guidance of senior players like Shoaib Malik and Mohammad Hafeez, something he feels that the present Pakistan side will need too.

Amir bags wicket on return as Pakistan score T20 win over New Zealand

Amir bags wicket on return as Pakistan score T20 win over New Zealand

Rediff.com15 Jan 2016

Pacer Mohammad Amir claimed a wicket on his return to international cricket following a five-year ban as Pakistan registered a 16-run victory over New Zealand in the first Twenty20 International in Auckland on Friday.

McCullum backs Amir's return to Pakistan squad

McCullum backs Amir's return to Pakistan squad

Rediff.com3 Jan 2016

New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum says convicted spot-fixer Mohammad Amir should be given 'the benefit of the doubt' and allowed to play for Pakistan in limited-overs matches in New Zealand this month.

'Will be available to play for Pakistan once Misbah leaves'

'Will be available to play for Pakistan once Misbah leaves'

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

Amir had announced his retirement last month after being dropped for tour of New Zealand.

CAFA Nations Cup: India go down fighting against Iran

CAFA Nations Cup: India go down fighting against Iran

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

A gritty India fought hard for most part but let in two goals in the last seven minutes to eventually lose 0-3 to defending champions Iran in their second group match of the CAFA Nations Cup football tournament, in Hisor, Tajikistan, on Monday.

Demoralised Pakistan eye big win against Canada to stay alive

Demoralised Pakistan eye big win against Canada to stay alive

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Pakistan's Super 8 qualification chance hinges on winning big in their last two games against Canada and Ireland.

Yousuf in war of words with Raja during TV show on Amir

Yousuf in war of words with Raja during TV show on Amir

Rediff.com29 Dec 2015

Former Pakistan cricketers Mohammad Yousuf and Ramiz Raja were involved in an ugly war of words during a live debate on a news channel when both were called upon to give their views on return of tainted Mohammad Amir.

Champions Trophy: Games You Won't Forget

Champions Trophy: Games You Won't Forget

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

As the Champions Trophy kicks off, some memorable moments from past tournaments.

Pakistan players holiday in US after T20 WC exit

Pakistan players holiday in US after T20 WC exit

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Babar Azam and five other players will prolong their stay in the United States

Shastri Hails 'Inspirational' Pant

Shastri Hails 'Inspirational' Pant

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Rishabh Pant took three catches in India's narrow win over Pakistan on Sunday and fielding Coach T Dilip was quick to appreciate the efforts of his wards.

Amir's return to cricket will take some time, says ICC

Amir's return to cricket will take some time, says ICC

Rediff.com24 Nov 2014

Acknowledging the receipt of Pakistan Cricket Board's request letter for tainted pacer Mohammad Amir's early return to cricket, International Cricket Council chief executive officer Dave Richardson on Monday said that the international body has taken note of the issue but the matter will take some time to get resolved.

The only positive from Pakistan's loss...

The only positive from Pakistan's loss...

Rediff.com31 May 2019

It was Pakistan's 11th ODI loss in a row.

Buttler guides England to 23-run victory over Pakistan

Buttler guides England to 23-run victory over Pakistan

Rediff.com25 May 2024

Pakistan lost Mohammad Rizwan for a duck in the first over when Moeen Ali had him caught and his opening partner Saim Ayub holed out in the deep to leave the tourists reeling at 14-2.

Pakistan recall fit-again Rauf for T20 World Cup

Pakistan recall fit-again Rauf for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Haris Rauf was named in Pakistan's 15-member squad, which will be led by star batter Babar Azam.

Iran launches barrage of missiles on Israel, 3 killed

Iran launches barrage of missiles on Israel, 3 killed

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Israel's ongoing airstrikes and Iran's retaliation raised concerns about all-out war between the countries and propelled the region, already on edge, into even greater upheaval.

Can Arshdeep end India's search for a dependable left-arm pacer?

Can Arshdeep end India's search for a dependable left-arm pacer?

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir believes that the emergence of Arshdeep Singh could bring an end to India's prolonged search for a reliable left-arm pacer.

Losing five years to spot-fixing ban cost Amir: Arthur

Losing five years to spot-fixing ban cost Amir: Arthur

Rediff.com30 Jul 2019

'Making a connection between the bowler now and then would be wrong. But had he not had those five years out of the game, I think he would be up there with the very best Pakistan have ever had'

Big Upset! USA stun Pakistan in T20 World Cup

Big Upset! USA stun Pakistan in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

USA caused the biggest upset of the T20 World Cup when they shocked former champions Pakistan via the Super Over.

Please don't use bad words: Amir, Malik urge some restraint in criticism

Please don't use bad words: Amir, Malik urge some restraint in criticism

Rediff.com18 Jun 2019

Pakistani players have been ridiculed on social media and lambasted by former cricketers after the 89-run defeat to India in the marquee World Cup clash on Sunday.

T20 WC: Afridi, Babar shine in Pak's face-saving win

T20 WC: Afridi, Babar shine in Pak's face-saving win

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

IMAGES from the T20 World Cup match played between Pakistan and Ireland in Lauderhill, USA on Sunday.

India hit terror camp where Kasab was trained

India hit terror camp where Kasab was trained

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Markaz Taiba of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) in Pakistan's Muridke, one of the nine terror camps struck by the Indian armed forces on Wednesday, is a site where terrorists including Ajmal Kasab involved in the 2008 Mumbai attack were trained, a senior military official said.

T20 World Cup: Babar on what went wrong for Pakistan vs USA

T20 World Cup: Babar on what went wrong for Pakistan vs USA

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

2009 champions Pakistan were stunned by debutants USA in the Super Over.

Hope for banned Pak pacer Amir as ICC approves revised anti-corruption code

Hope for banned Pak pacer Amir as ICC approves revised anti-corruption code

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

The ICC approved its revised anti-corruption code, which makes it possible for a banned player to play domestic cricket before the end of his international ban.

Shahid Afridi backs Pakistan to make T20 World Cup final

Shahid Afridi backs Pakistan to make T20 World Cup final

Rediff.com26 May 2024

Former captain Shahid Afridi is confident that Pakistan will again reach the final of the T20 World Cup, but expressed apprehension about the batters' sluggish strike rate in the middle overs.

Major changes unlikely in Pakistan despite T20 WC flop

Major changes unlikely in Pakistan despite T20 WC flop

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

Naqvi previously mentioned that a "major surgery" was required in the team after Pakistan's defeat to India

PCB clears tainted Amir's return to Pakistan cricket team

PCB clears tainted Amir's return to Pakistan cricket team

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

Spot-fixing-tainted pacer Mohammad Amir is eligible for national team selection though it's up to the selectors to pick him or not, the Pakistan Cricket Board said.

Rampant Australia wary of Scotland; Pakistan look to end on high

Rampant Australia wary of Scotland; Pakistan look to end on high

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

A washout in England-Namibia game in the same group will see Scotland go through.

T20 WC Final: Five key contests in the title decider

T20 WC Final: Five key contests in the title decider

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

The stage is set for a thrilling T20 World Cup final between India and South Africa. Here's a breakdown of five key matchups that could swing the momentum of the match:

2024 ICC T20 World Cup Squads

2024 ICC T20 World Cup Squads

Rediff.com31 May 2024

T20 World Cup Squads

I think many batsmen were happy when Asif was banned: Pietersen

I think many batsmen were happy when Asif was banned: Pietersen

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

Mohammad Asif along with teammates Salman Butt and Mohammad Amir were handed lengthy suspensions by the ICC over their involvement in the 2010 spot-fixing scandal in England. While Amir made a comeback to international cricket, Asif, whom many believe was the kingpin of fixers found his career come to an inglorious end. Butt however plays domestic cricket

Tainted Pakistan cricketers should open grocery stores, suggests Ramiz Raja

Tainted Pakistan cricketers should open grocery stores, suggests Ramiz Raja

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

Ramiz hit out at the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for reintegrating players such as Mohammad Amir, who has served prison time and a long ban from the game for involvement in spot-fixing, into the national team setup. The former opener felt allowing tainted players back into the sport has damaged Pakistan cricket.

Spot-fixing: Judge slaps fines too on convicted Pak trio

Spot-fixing: Judge slaps fines too on convicted Pak trio

Rediff.com3 Nov 2011

The three Pakistani cricketers -- Salman Butt, Mohammad Asif and Mohammad Amir, who were handed jail sentences for their involvement in spot-fixing, were also ordered by Justice Jeremy Cooke to pay up the prosecution cost of the case.

Tainted Salman Butt urges PCB to fight for his case

Tainted Salman Butt urges PCB to fight for his case

Rediff.com11 Nov 2014

'For what happened, I have deep regrets and know it was wrong and we have been punished for it. I would request the PCB to now also look at our cases'

Kohli's decision to walk leaves Twitter abuzz

Kohli's decision to walk leaves Twitter abuzz

Rediff.com16 Jun 2019

Pakistani players made a prolonged appeal but umpire Marais Erasmus was not convinced.

PICS: Bumrah stars as India edge Pakistan in thriller

PICS: Bumrah stars as India edge Pakistan in thriller

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Images from the T20 World Cup Group A match between India and Pakistan in New York on Sunday.

Masood, Babar fall as WI eye win in Multan

Masood, Babar fall as WI eye win in Multan

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Pakistan needed 178 runs to win the second Test and sweep the series