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ICC tipped-off PCB about fixing in PSL

ICC tipped-off PCB about fixing in PSL

Rediff.com19 May 2017

The head of the International Cricket Council's Anti-Corruption and Security Unit, Sir Ronnie Flanagan has made it clear that they had first tipped off the Pakistan Cricket Board's ACU about possible spot- fixing in the Pakistan Super League.

Bangladesh 'reluctant' to play Tests in Pakistan, says PCB

Bangladesh 'reluctant' to play Tests in Pakistan, says PCB

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

Bangladesh are "slightly reluctant" to play a Test series in Pakistan and have offered only to tour the country for three Twenty20 internationals next month, the Pakistan Cricket Board said. Bangladesh were due to arrive in January for three T20s and two Tests and the PCB is hopeful the full tour would go ahead given that Sri Lanka had returned to the country for the Test series.

PCB invites South Africa to Pakistan for T20 series

PCB invites South Africa to Pakistan for T20 series

Rediff.com2 Nov 2019

A reliable source said that the South African board had given a positive reply and in all probability the tour would go ahead next year.

'Pakistan stars prioritise T20 leagues over country'

'Pakistan stars prioritise T20 leagues over country'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

Pakistan's on-field performances not affected by frequent changes in PCB, says acting chairman

PCB suspends Asif

PCB suspends Asif

Rediff.com15 Jul 2008

Pakistan Cricket Board on Tuesday suspended beleaguered pacer Mohammad Asif for flunking the dope test during the Indian Premier League and promised to extend all help to IPL Drugs Tribunal in its enquiry into the matter.

PCB hell bent on resuming bilateral ties with India

PCB hell bent on resuming bilateral ties with India

Rediff.com9 Nov 2018

PCB chief wants ICC to pursue India on bilateral playing ties

Rizwan, Mehidy Hasan's heartwarming moment in Rawalpindi Test

Rizwan, Mehidy Hasan's heartwarming moment in Rawalpindi Test

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

On a hot day in Pindi, cramps had kicked in, resulting in Litton requiring on-field medical treatment. After receiving some medical attention, Litton was seen limping and continued to stay on the field.

PCB calls on Akmal to explain match-fixing comments

PCB calls on Akmal to explain match-fixing comments

Rediff.com25 Jun 2018

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is to seek an explanation from wicketkeeper Umar Akmal after he said in a television interview that he had been approached to fix matches.

PCB warns Shoaib

PCB warns Shoaib

Rediff.com10 Feb 2008

PCB has warned its players including fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar against making public statements criticising board policies.

Mohd Amir comes out of retirement, available for T20 World Cup

Mohd Amir comes out of retirement, available for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com24 Mar 2024

Controversial Pakistan left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir has decided to come out of international retirement and make himself available for selection for the upcoming T20 World Cup in the Americas in June.

Yusuf, Razzaq named Pakistan coaches for NZ T20s

Yusuf, Razzaq named Pakistan coaches for NZ T20s

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board has decided to appoint Muhammad Yousuf and Abdul Razzaq as interim head coach and assistant coach respectively for the home T20 series against New Zealand later this month.

Casino visit: Pakistan team officials under the scanner

Casino visit: Pakistan team officials under the scanner

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Pakistan team's current media manager Umar Farooq Kalson and board's GM (International Cricket) Adnan Ali are under scanner after pictures and video footages emerged of the duo visiting a Colombo casino.

Kirsten, Gillespie take charge of Pakistan cricket

Kirsten, Gillespie take charge of Pakistan cricket

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

Pakistan have appointed former South Africa batsman Gary Kirsten as head coach of their men's white-ball teams

Pakistan will look to host 2023 Asia Cup in Pakistan, says PCB head Raja

Pakistan will look to host 2023 Asia Cup in Pakistan, says PCB head Raja

Rediff.com18 Oct 2021

The 2023 Asia Cup in Pakistan will be a 50-over event with the Asian Cricket Council continuing its tradition of holding the tournament in the same format as that particular year's ICC global event, PCB chairman Ramiz Raja said on Monday.

PCB wants Afridi to consider retirement

PCB wants Afridi to consider retirement

Rediff.com12 Sep 2016

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is expected to give flamboyant all-rounder Shahid Afridi a chance to officially announce his retirement from international cricket during the Twenty20 series against West Indies in the UAE later this month. According to a report in the 'Daily Jang', the PCB wants Afridi to retire on his own after being ignored for the lone T20 international against England and last week. The former Pakistan captain has insisted that he wants to continue playing cricket and is available for national selection.

PCB v BCCI: Start of a big legal battle

PCB v BCCI: Start of a big legal battle

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), on Thursday, formally initiated a legal battle against the Board of Control for Cricket in India by filing a compensation claim of $ 70 million before the ICC for not honouring a bilateral cricket series agreement.

Will Jay Shah travel to Pakistan for Asia Cup?

Will Jay Shah travel to Pakistan for Asia Cup?

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

PCB invites Jay Shah to Pakistan to watch opening match of Asia Cup

Pak cricketers unhappy with chief selector for not issuing NOCs

Pak cricketers unhappy with chief selector for not issuing NOCs

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

Several Pakistani cricketers are reportedly unhappy with PCB chief selector Wahab Riaz for delaying the issuance of NOCs to players.

PCB won't accept change of Asia Cup schedule to accommodate IPL

PCB won't accept change of Asia Cup schedule to accommodate IPL

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

The IPL has been postponed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic but there is speculation that it could be held later this year if the situation improves.

Global cricket calendar 'confusing, chaotic' says WCA

Global cricket calendar 'confusing, chaotic' says WCA

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

The scheduling model, which it said was "broken and unsustainable" and "confusing and chaotic" which was forcing players to choose between "representing their country and optimizing their careers."

'Rohit will captain India in Champions Trophy, WTC Final'

'Rohit will captain India in Champions Trophy, WTC Final'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2024

BCCI secretary Jay Shah confirmed that Rohit will captain India in the ICC Champions Trophy scheduled to be held in Pakistan and the WTC Final which will be played at Lord's in June 2025.

Covering of Imran's pictures highly regrettable, PCB tells BCCI

Covering of Imran's pictures highly regrettable, PCB tells BCCI

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

The Pakistan Cricket Board has said it will take up with the Board of Control for Cricket in India the 'regrettable' removal of pictures of its former players at a couple of venues in India, owing to the Pulwama terror attack.

Demand for visa assurance from ICC: BCCI calls PCB CEO ignorant

Demand for visa assurance from ICC: BCCI calls PCB CEO ignorant

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

The letter from Julaniya, in possession of ANI, clearly stated that country of origin of athletes wouldn't be a barrier for them to get visas to come and compete in international sporting events in the country.

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

Why top Pakistan cricketers are contemplating terminating central contracts

Why top Pakistan cricketers are contemplating terminating central contracts

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

Some of the top cricketers are contemplating terminating their central contracts with the Pakistan Cricket Board after some were refused NOCs to go and play in foreign T20 leagues.

PCB suspends Zulqarnain contract

PCB suspends Zulqarnain contract

Rediff.com10 Nov 2010

Pakistan's Cricket Board has suspended the contract of wicketkeeper Zulqarnain Haider after failing to make contact with him in the wake of his departure for England.

PCB confirms receiving government nod for India series

PCB confirms receiving government nod for India series

Rediff.com27 Nov 2015

Pakistan cricket authorities confirmed on Friday that they had received the green signal from the government to play a series against arch-rivals India to be hosted in Sri Lanka next month.

'People will slowly get bored of T20s, we need Tests and ODIs'

'People will slowly get bored of T20s, we need Tests and ODIs'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Loss to Bangladesh was a huge setback

Babar Azam's struggles: Kamran Akmal points out technical flaws

Babar Azam's struggles: Kamran Akmal points out technical flaws

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Pakistan's Kamran Akmal identified technical problems that are affecting Babar Azam's recent slump in form

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.

PCB disbands selection committee after World T20 debacle

PCB disbands selection committee after World T20 debacle

Rediff.com4 Apr 2016

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), on Monday, disbanded its national selection committee in the wake of the national team's debacle in the Asia Cup and the just-concluded World T20 cricket tournament.

PCB not to renew Whatmore's contract

PCB not to renew Whatmore's contract

Rediff.com11 Nov 2013

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will reportedly not renew current coach Dav Whatmore's contract, when it expires ahead of the Asia Cup in late February 2014.

PCB questions Inzamam dismissal

PCB questions Inzamam dismissal

Rediff.com22 Nov 2005

The issue was brought to match referee Roshan Mahanama's attention in writing by Pakistan coach Bob Woolmer.

Afridi slams Babar, praises Rohit's leadership

Afridi slams Babar, praises Rohit's leadership

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Afridi said Rohit instils a sense of self-belief in his team with his aggressive style of play.

Cricket Buzz: PCB to wait for BCCI's confirmation for Asia Cup

Cricket Buzz: PCB to wait for BCCI's confirmation for Asia Cup

Rediff.com29 Sep 2019

However the final decision to shift the tournament will be Asian Cricket Council's prerogative.

Inzamam blames Pakistan's selectors for WC T20 debacle

Inzamam blames Pakistan's selectors for WC T20 debacle

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Legendary Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq ripped into the team's selection for the recent T20 World Cup, highlighting the lack of specialist middle-order batsmen as a key reason for their group stage exit.

Red-faced Ashraf does damage control; hails India's 'fantastic' reception

Red-faced Ashraf does damage control; hails India's 'fantastic' reception

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

PCB supremo Zaka Ashraf in his desperate bid to do damage control after indirectly terming India "enemy nation", hailed the warm reception that was accorded to the Pakistani team.

Pakistan will overcome crisis, says PCB chief after NZ tour pullout

Pakistan will overcome crisis, says PCB chief after NZ tour pullout

Rediff.com19 Sep 2021

New Zealand's abrupt decision to pull out of their cricket tour of Pakistan has created "an unfortunate scenario" but the hosts know how to overcome such crises, the chairman of the country's cricket board Ramiz Raja said.

Akhtar feels more embarrassment in store for PCB

Akhtar feels more embarrassment in store for PCB

Rediff.com18 Feb 2017

Pakistan's former maverick fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar believes that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) could find itself in an embarrassing situation.

PCB delays Waqar's appointment

PCB delays Waqar's appointment

Rediff.com19 Feb 2005

The Pakistan Cricket Board has delayed the appointment of Waqar Younis as their bowling coach until next week.