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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.

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.

'Biggest insult for...': Akmal slams Pakistan

'Biggest insult for...': Akmal slams Pakistan

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Pakistan were stunned by the co-hosts USA in a thrilling nail-biting clash, settled in the Super Over.

Misfiring Pakistan take on confident USA in their opener

Misfiring Pakistan take on confident USA in their opener

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

The run-up to the marquee event has been chaotic to say the least with change in captaincy, shuffling of the top-order and players coming out of retirement.

Morkel's exit fuels speculation on Babar's captaincy

Morkel's exit fuels speculation on Babar's captaincy

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Morne Morkel resigns as Pakistan's bowling coach

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 initiates inquiry against Akmal brothers

PCB initiates inquiry against Akmal brothers

Rediff.com19 Jan 2010

The PCB has initiated a preliminary inquiry into the statements given by Akmal brothers - Kamran and Umar - to the Australian media, allegedly showing the Pakistani team and the PCB in poor light.

2023 World Cup: ICC rejects Pakistan's request!

2023 World Cup: ICC rejects Pakistan's request!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

The Pakistan Cricket Board had asked to move its match against Afghanistan from Chennai to Bengaluru and the game against Australia from Bengaluru to Chennai.

Babar Azam faces dilemma: To step down or not?

Babar Azam faces dilemma: To step down or not?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

Teammates have advised Babar Azam not to step down: PCB sources

Kaneria's workload worries PCB

Kaneria's workload worries PCB

Rediff.com28 Jul 2005

The Pakistan leg-spinner has bowled 134 overs in two championship games for English county Essex.

India snubs Pakistan! Asia Cup games relocated to Sri Lanka

India snubs Pakistan! Asia Cup games relocated to Sri Lanka

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

Rohit Sharma led team won't travel to Pakistan, IPL chairman Arun Dhumal confirmed on Wednesday.

World Cup impasse: ICC chairman Barclay, CEO Allardice to meet Sethi

World Cup impasse: ICC chairman Barclay, CEO Allardice to meet Sethi

Rediff.com29 May 2023

The ICC chairman Greg Barclay and CEO Geoff Allardice will be meeting PCB chairman Najam Sethi at board's Lahore headquarters to discuss the issues related to their participation in the ODI World Cup.

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.

ODI World Cup: 'Pakistan have signed a participation agreement...'

ODI World Cup: 'Pakistan have signed a participation agreement...'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2023

ICC said that Pakistan had signed a participation agreement to compete in the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup this year in October-November.

How Inzamam managed to secure Arthur with Pakistan team

How Inzamam managed to secure Arthur with Pakistan team

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

Mickey Arthur and Grant Bradburn, the foreign coaches attached with the Pakistan cricket team, are likely to continue in their respective roles

'No unity, worst I've ever seen': Kirsten slams Pakistan

'No unity, worst I've ever seen': Kirsten slams Pakistan

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Gary Kirsten has said that there is "no unity" in the side and he has "never seen such a situation" in his long coaching career.

Shoaib Akhtar escapes PCB punishment

Shoaib Akhtar escapes PCB punishment

Rediff.com9 Sep 2009

Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has escaped punishment for appearing on a television talk show without permission, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said on Tuesday.

PCB begins security drills

PCB begins security drills

Rediff.com31 Jan 2004

The PCB has formed a two-member committee to review security measures and organise drills at all the venues.

Akhtar's batting suprises PCB

Akhtar's batting suprises PCB

Rediff.com16 May 2004

PCB chairman Shaharyar Khan expressed surprise that the fast bowler began playing so early in the English County Championship despite claims of injury.

PCB returns seven million rupees to Shoaib Akhtar

PCB returns seven million rupees to Shoaib Akhtar

Rediff.com7 Jul 2015

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has returned an amount of seven million rupees to Shoaib Akhtar which it had deducted from the former fast bowler's earnings as part of a fine imposed on him years ago. An official of the board said that during a meeting between Chairman of the executive committee, Najam Sethi and Akhtar, the matter was amicably resolved.

Euro 24: Switzerland outclass Hungary with 3-1 win

Euro 24: Switzerland outclass Hungary with 3-1 win

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

Switzerland got their Euro 2024 campaign off to a flying start with a commanding 3-1 win over a shaky Hungary on Saturday

Viral fever hits Pakistan camp ahead of Australia clash

Viral fever hits Pakistan camp ahead of Australia clash

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

Most of the Pakistani players, who were down with viral fever, after their arrival in Bengaluru have recovered though some are still under medical observation.

Miandad resigns as PCB Director General

Miandad resigns as PCB Director General

Rediff.com28 Jan 2009

Unhappy about Shoaib Malik's sacking as captain, Javed Miandad resigned as Director-General of the Pakistan Cricket Board on Wednesday. Sources in the PCB confirmed that Miandad resigned but it was not clear if his resignation was accepted by the Board, as PCB chairman Ejaz Butt left for Perth on Wednesday morning to attend ICC's Executive Board meeting, starting Saturday.

ICC, Indian govt responsible for Pak's security: PCB boss

ICC, Indian govt responsible for Pak's security: PCB boss

Rediff.com29 Feb 2016

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Shaharyar Khan has said that it is the joint responsibility of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and Indian government to ensure best security for the Pakistan team in the World T20. Khan told the media in Lahore on Monday that the PCB was closely monitoring all developments surrounding the World T20 and Pakistan's participation in it. Asked about security concerns for the Pakistan team in India, Khan said: "Our government has given us clearance to send the team to India on condition they are not security concerns for our players."

Rizwan matches Rohit's record

Rizwan matches Rohit's record

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Rizwan's unbeaten half-century not only helped Pakistan chase down a modest target of 107 but also saw him equal Rohit Sharma's record for most fifties by a T20I opener

PIX: Rizwan, Jamal power Pakistan to 313 on Day 1

PIX: Rizwan, Jamal power Pakistan to 313 on Day 1

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Pakistan showcased resilience with Rizwan contributing a powerful 88 runs

Miandad appointed director-general of PCB

Miandad appointed director-general of PCB

Rediff.com20 Nov 2008

Former Pakistan captain and coach Javed Miandad has been appointed director-general of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Miandad appeared in 124 Tests and 233 one-day internationals and is Pakistan's leading Test run getter with 8832 runs.

PCB still hopeful of bilateral 'home' series with India

PCB still hopeful of bilateral 'home' series with India

Rediff.com15 Oct 2015

The Pakistani cricket authorities have still not given up hope of playing a bilateral 'home' series with India in December in the United Arab Emirates.

Latif slams PCB for ignoring Kaneria

Latif slams PCB for ignoring Kaneria

Rediff.com24 Oct 2011

Former captain Rashid Latif has termed Pakistan Cricket Board's refusal to clear Test leg-spinner Danish Kaneria, suspended for his alleged involvement in spot-fixing, for national selection as an "economic murder".

PCB chief Nasim Ashraf quits

PCB chief Nasim Ashraf quits

Rediff.com18 Aug 2008

The Pakistan Cricket Board chief Nasim Ashraf quit on Monday in what is seen as one of the first fall-outs following the resignation of President Pervez Musharraf. Ashraf's resignation was announced by the PCB just an hour after Musharraf resigned.

'Shaheen's future as Pakistan skipper to be taken after national camp'

'Shaheen's future as Pakistan skipper to be taken after national camp'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2024

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi has indicated that a decision on Shaheen Shah Afridi's future as captain of the T20 team will be taken after the upcoming national camp in Kakul.

PCB blamed India for 2011 WC shifting

PCB blamed India for 2011 WC shifting

Rediff.com20 Sep 2009

Official documents relating to the dispute between the Pakistan Cricket Board and the ICC over the shifting of 2011 World Cup from the country have revealed the background drama that took place during which PCB lost the support of co-hosts of the quadrennial event. According to excerpts of official correspondence between the PCB and ICC, at one point of time PCB chairman Ijaz Butt had even directly accused India of influencing Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to not support Pakistan.

Imran calls for PCB dismissal

Imran calls for PCB dismissal

Rediff.com3 Apr 2008

Outraged at the Shoaib Akhtar ban, Imran Khan demanded that the Pakistan government disband the PCB.

PCB tight-lipped about Whatmore's appointment

PCB tight-lipped about Whatmore's appointment

Rediff.com3 Jan 2012

Tipped to take over as Pakistan head coach, Dav Whatmore might have resigned from the helms of Kolkata Knight Riders but the PCB is apparently trying to play safe with an official, on Monday, saying that the Australian's decision has nothing to do with the board.

PCB, SLC sign agreement

PCB, SLC sign agreement

Rediff.com28 Jun 2012

The PCB has signed an agreement with Sri Lanka Cricket under which the two boards have agreed to allow their players to take part in the domestic T20 premier leagues of both countries.

Cricket Buzz: PCB to appeal to ICC over compensation for bilateral series

Cricket Buzz: PCB to appeal to ICC over compensation for bilateral series

Rediff.com22 Sep 2017

PCB Chairman, Najam Sethi is in the UK meeting with the British legal firm for advise. PCB's chief operating officer, Subhan Ahmad has also flown to London for the same purpose.