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PCB demands compensation of 'around 447 crore rupees' from BCCI

PCB demands compensation of 'around 447 crore rupees' from BCCI

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

The Pakistan Cricket Board has decided to take its compensation claim case against the Board of Control for Cricket in India to the disputes resolution committee of the International Cricket Council.

PCB complains to ICC over 'Mauka Mauka' commercial

PCB complains to ICC over 'Mauka Mauka' commercial

Rediff.com16 Jun 2019

The ICC mandarins have had a quiet word with the broadcasters and told them about PCB's objections with regard to the TVC.

Compensation case: ICC orders PCB to pay 60 pc of cost claimed by BCCI

Compensation case: ICC orders PCB to pay 60 pc of cost claimed by BCCI

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

The BCCI, on the other hand, has been asked to pay 40 per cent of the administrative costs and expenses of the DRC. The judgement did not specify the exact amount that was claimed by the Indian Board.

Gillespie has the cure for Pakistan's biggest weakness

Gillespie has the cure for Pakistan's biggest weakness

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

Pakistan on Sunday appointed former Australia pace bowler Gillespie as coach of the men's Test side

PCB sacks Geoff Lawson

PCB sacks Geoff Lawson

Rediff.com24 Oct 2008

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Friday sacked coach Geoff Lawson, nearly six months before the completion of his contract.

Asia Cup 2020 will go ahead in Sri Lanka or UAE: PCB

Asia Cup 2020 will go ahead in Sri Lanka or UAE: PCB

Rediff.com24 Jun 2020

Pakistan Cricket Board CEO Wasim Khan said Pakistan, the original host of the event, had agreed to let Sri Lanka conduct it in return for hosting the next regional event.

State of affair in Pakistan cricket is really sad: Miandad

State of affair in Pakistan cricket is really sad: Miandad

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

Pakistan team has recently lost the three-Test series against Australia 0-3, before going down 1-4 in the five-match T20 series against New Zealand.

Former players slam PCB for sacking Sarfaraz

Former players slam PCB for sacking Sarfaraz

Rediff.com20 Oct 2019

"He (Sarfaraz) has shown himself to be a fine captain and yes he was struggling a bit for form but when a senior player is under pressure you have to encourage and back him, not dump him like this".

SEE: Shaheen Afridi surprises Haris Rauf

SEE: Shaheen Afridi surprises Haris Rauf

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

Shaheen Afridi lauded Haris Rauf not only for his impressive bowling but also for his significant contribution to enhancing Pakistan's fielding performance.

ICC rejects PCB's appeal against IPL

ICC rejects PCB's appeal against IPL

Rediff.com12 Mar 2010

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has reportedly rejected the Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) application against the Indian Premier League (IPL) for snubbing Pakistani cricketers, saying it can not take action against any domestic association.

PCB in talks with Sri Lanka, Bangladesh for home series

PCB in talks with Sri Lanka, Bangladesh for home series

Rediff.com2 Apr 2017

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Shaharyar Khan will use a meeting of the Asian Cricket Council in Colombo to bring relations with Bangladesh and Sri Lanka back on track and get their support for return of international cricket to Pakistan.

Top international stars give Pakistan Super League a miss!

Top international stars give Pakistan Super League a miss!

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

Several high-profile international cricketers have pulled out of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) due to the overlapping of dates with other franchise-based tournaments and many cricket boards denying permission to their players to compete in domestic T20 competitions.

Sports Minister questions BCCI over meeting with PCB

Sports Minister questions BCCI over meeting with PCB

Rediff.com30 May 2017

"I would want know why they went ahead with the meeting (when they knew that the series was subject to government clearance). What I can say is that we cannot play bilateral series with Pakistan until it stops cross-border terrorism," Goel told PTI when asked about the meeting between BCCI and PCB in Dubai on Monday.

Politics and sports should be kept apart: PCB

Politics and sports should be kept apart: PCB

Rediff.com21 Dec 2016

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is keen to revive a strong Asian bloc in world cricket but believes strained cricket relations with India are a hurdle in the way. PCB chairman, Shahryar Khan returned home from Colombo after chairing the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting without any one-to-one meeting with the Indian cricket board officials or discussions on revival of Indo-Pak cricket. "The Asian bloc can be revived in world cricket and made influential again but first Pakistan and India need to work on the same wavelength," Khan said.

Fitness was lowest priority for Babar and coach Arthur, reveals Hafeez

Fitness was lowest priority for Babar and coach Arthur, reveals Hafeez

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

Former Pakistan cricket director Muhammad Hafeez has claimed that ex-captain, Babar Azam and foreign coaches Mickey Arthur and Grant Bradburn had given team fitness lowest priority in the lead-up to the ODI World Cup in India.

BCCI refuses to compensate PCB in absence of 'legally binding document'

BCCI refuses to compensate PCB in absence of 'legally binding document'

Rediff.com11 May 2017

Meanwhile, Pakistan ready to play in India, says PCB chief

PCB suspend Sharjeel, Khalid for alleged corruption in PSL

PCB suspend Sharjeel, Khalid for alleged corruption in PSL

Rediff.com10 Feb 2017

Opener, Sharjeel recently toured New Zealand and Australia with the Pakistan team and is the only player to have scored a century in the PSL eliminator last year.

'No written assurance from Pakistan on ODI World Cup participation'

'No written assurance from Pakistan on ODI World Cup participation'

Rediff.com10 May 2023

ICC said that Pakistan is yet to provide written assurance regarding their participation in the upcoming ODI World Cup in India.

Pakistan cricket doesn't need India to survive, says PCB chief Mani

Pakistan cricket doesn't need India to survive, says PCB chief Mani

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

Pakistan Cricket Board has suffered massive revenue losses but it doesn't need India to 'survive' and keep its finances flowing, PCB chairman Ehsan Mani said on Tuesday. Terming the BCCI as 'unreliable', Mani said Pakistan cricket is vibrant and strong enough despite not playing any bilateral series with India for a long time now.

PCB Compensation Case: BCCI hires Dubai-based law firm for ICC hearing

PCB Compensation Case: BCCI hires Dubai-based law firm for ICC hearing

Rediff.com19 Sep 2018

Pakistan has claimed damages of approximately Rs 447 crore for India not playing any bilateral cricket with them despite a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which guarantees six bilateral series between 2015 and 2023. The BCCI has asserted that the MoU is not binding on them and the PCB failed to honour some of the commitments made in the document.

Hyderabad Police working overtime for Pak team's security

Hyderabad Police working overtime for Pak team's security

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

The squad arrived at the stadium on Thursday with six police vans part of the cavalcade. The team buses of Pakistan and New Zealand exited the stadium together.

PCB announces $ 2.6 million profit from PSL

PCB announces $ 2.6 million profit from PSL

Rediff.com4 May 2016

The Pakistan Cricket Board announced an overall profit of 260 million rupees ($ 2.6 million) from the first edition of its Pakistan Super League held in February in the UAE.

Akhtar ignores PCB notices

Akhtar ignores PCB notices

Rediff.com13 Feb 2008

Temperamental fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has gone on the warpath with the Pakistan Cricket Board insisting he will not respond to any notices sent to him by the PCB over his recent critical statements in the media.

PCB submits chargesheet against Akhtar

PCB submits chargesheet against Akhtar

Rediff.com9 Mar 2008

Controversial fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar appears to be in deep trouble as the Pakistan Cricket Board has submitted a strong chargesheet against him, while coach Geoff Lawson has asked the PCB not to consider the maverick speedster for Test matches.

With Asia Cup, World Cup ahead, Pak chief selector Inzi has task cut out

With Asia Cup, World Cup ahead, Pak chief selector Inzi has task cut out

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

The 1992 World Cup winner had given his consent last week to become a paid selector.

Ashraf recalled, rookie Tahir included in Pak Asia Cup squad

Ashraf recalled, rookie Tahir included in Pak Asia Cup squad

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

PCB newly selected Chief Selector Inzamam Ul Haq announced squads for the upcoming ACC Men's Asia Cup and the three-match One-Day International series against Afghanistan.

Ronaldo's diet prepared by NASA scientists, claims Ramiz

Ronaldo's diet prepared by NASA scientists, claims Ramiz

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

In the ongoing season of the Saudi Pro League, the 38-year-old has appeared in 12 matches for the Riyadh-based club and scored 13 goals. Ronaldo also made seven assists in the 2023-24 season for AL Nassr.

Rain threatens Asia Cup: Venue change sparks controversy

Rain threatens Asia Cup: Venue change sparks controversy

Rediff.com3 Sep 2023

Asia Cup matches likely to be shifted out of Colombo after heavy rains

You broke the opening pair that was famous worldwide: Raza slams Pak selectors

You broke the opening pair that was famous worldwide: Raza slams Pak selectors

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Slamming the move of breaking the worldwide famous opening pair of Babar Azam and Mohammed Rizwan following the team's loss in the T20I series against New Zealand, former Pakistan cricketer and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Ramiz Raja asked the selectors what benefit they gained out of it.

No outcome from PCB meet; BCCI unlikely to pay compensation

No outcome from PCB meet; BCCI unlikely to pay compensation

Rediff.com29 May 2017

The meeting between the top officials of the Board of Control for Cricket in India and Pakistan Cricket Board ended without any conclusive outcome after the Indian government on Monday refused to give clearance for any bilateral series with Pakistan.

PCB says no to Woolf report recommendations

PCB says no to Woolf report recommendations

Rediff.com19 Nov 2012

The Pakistan Cricket Board has told the ICC that it cannot accept the recommendations of the Woolf report, which calls for ending government interference in the game, due to the 'unique circumstances' prevalent in the country.

PCB denies match-fixing allegations

PCB denies match-fixing allegations

Rediff.com21 May 2010

PCB chairman Ejaz Butt has rubbished claims of match-fixing during Pakistan's disastrous tour of Australia even though the International Cricket Council has been investigating Pakistan's performance during the Sydney Test earlier this year.

Asia Cup Opener: Babar's 151, Iftikhar's ton demolish Nepal

Asia Cup Opener: Babar's 151, Iftikhar's ton demolish Nepal

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

IMAGES from the Asia Cup opener between Pakistan and Nepal played in Multan on Wednesday

PCB chief invites BCCI officials to Pakistan

PCB chief invites BCCI officials to Pakistan

Rediff.com14 May 2015

PCB Chairman Shaharyar Khan has extended invitations to key officials of the Board of Control for Cricket in India and government functionaries to attend a match of the forthcoming series against Zimbabwe in Lahore.

ODI World Cup in India: Pakistan await security delegation nod

ODI World Cup in India: Pakistan await security delegation nod

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

PCB is expected to get clearance for sending its team for the ODI World Cup, provided a security delegation visits India first and gives its nod.

Kamran Akmal announces retirement; Asif Afridi banned

Kamran Akmal announces retirement; Asif Afridi banned

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Kamran Akmal announced his retirement from all forms of cricket after being named on the national selection committee.

Bizarre! Reserve day only for India vs Pakistan match

Bizarre! Reserve day only for India vs Pakistan match

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

In view of the prevailing weather conditions, the ACC decided to add an exclusive reserve day for the Super 4 match between India and Pakistan.

ICC rejects PCB complaint against IPL

ICC rejects PCB complaint against IPL

Rediff.com11 Mar 2010

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has rejected the Pakistan Cricket Board's (ICC) complaint against the Indian Premier League (IPL) for snubbing Pakistani players, saying that it cannot act against a domestic event.

Champions Trophy: Will ICC force India to play in Pakistan?

Champions Trophy: Will ICC force India to play in Pakistan?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

A 'hybrid model' to host next year's Champions Trophy in Pakistan remains an option as India's participation cannot be decided by the ICC if there is a government policy against it, a source in the governing body's all-powerful executive board told PTI on Friday.

Shoaib Malik sends notice to PCB

Shoaib Malik sends notice to PCB

Rediff.com8 Apr 2010

Former Pakistan skipper Shoaib Malik has sent a notice to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) seeking clarifications on its decision impose a year's ban and a penalty of Rs two million on him.