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PCB committee submits report on Haider

PCB committee submits report on Haider

Rediff.com30 Nov 2010

The committee appointed by the PCB to probe the sudden disappearance of Zulqarnain Haider from a Pakistan team hotel in Dubai early this month on Monday submitted its report even as the wicket-keeper's wife claimed that she got threats from unknown persons in the last few days.

PCB invites Aussies to conduct coaching courses

PCB invites Aussies to conduct coaching courses

Rediff.com8 Nov 2012

At a time when international sides have refused to tour Pakistan due to security concerns, the country's Cricket Board has invited a team of Australian presenters to conduct High Performance Level-three and Masters coaching courses this month.

'This is as crazy as a clown in a village circus'

'This is as crazy as a clown in a village circus'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Ramiz, who was replaced as PCB chairman by Sethi by Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif last December, has been quiet for a while, after initially lashing out at the changes in the board.

PCB chief Ashraf satisfied with security arrangements

PCB chief Ashraf satisfied with security arrangements

Rediff.com7 Dec 2012

Satisfied by the security arrangements being put in place for the Pakistan cricket team in India, PCB Chairman Zaka Ashraf said the much-anticipated series this month would also help improve the bilateral ties between the two countries.

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

India-Pakistan cricket series: PCB's ultimatum to BCCI

India-Pakistan cricket series: PCB's ultimatum to BCCI

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

With time running out for the proposed India-Pakistan cricket series, the Pakistan Cricket Board has said it would call off the much-talked-about rubber if the Indian government does not give its approval in the next couple of days.

Can PCB boss convince BCCI for Indo-Pak series?

Can PCB boss convince BCCI for Indo-Pak series?

Rediff.com18 Oct 2015

Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Shaharyar Khan and head of the PCB's executive committee Najam Sethi left for India in a bid to convince the BCCI to confirm the bilateral series in December.

PCB arbitrator lifts Shoaib Malik ban

PCB arbitrator lifts Shoaib Malik ban

Rediff.com29 May 2010

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) lifted Shaoib Malk's 12-month ban for ill-discipline on Saturday, making the former captain available for selection to the national team.

Asia Cup: PCB has reservations about playing in Bangladesh

Asia Cup: PCB has reservations about playing in Bangladesh

Rediff.com8 Jan 2014

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has made it clear their team will participate in the Asia Cup in Bangladesh only after getting a clearance from their government due to security concerns in the violence-hit neigbouring country.

ODI WC: Pakistan to send security delegation to India

ODI WC: Pakistan to send security delegation to India

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

'The PCB will share the report with the ICC and BCCI if the delegation has any concerns.'

Cricket feud intensifies: Pakistan's WC participation hangs in balance

Cricket feud intensifies: Pakistan's WC participation hangs in balance

Rediff.com29 May 2023

ICC leaders in Pakistan to secure World Cup participation

PCB officially appoints Waqar as head coach

PCB officially appoints Waqar as head coach

Rediff.com3 Mar 2010

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) officially named former fast bowler Waqar Younis as the chief coach of the national squad and under 19-coach Ijaz Ahmed as his deputy.

PCB slaps indefinite ban on Abdur Rehman

PCB slaps indefinite ban on Abdur Rehman

Rediff.com3 Oct 2012

The Pakistan Cricket Board banned Test player Abdur Rehman for an indefinite period after the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) barred the left-arm spinner for three months following a positive test for recreational drug cannabis. The test was conducted during an English county match in August.

PCB withdraws Abdur Rehman from CLT20

PCB withdraws Abdur Rehman from CLT20

Rediff.com2 Oct 2012

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has withdrawn Abdul Rehman from the Champions League Twenty20 tournament in the wake of Test spinner failing a dope test in England.

Legal issues sees PCB plunge into further uncertainty

Legal issues sees PCB plunge into further uncertainty

Rediff.com23 Oct 2013

Clouds of uncertainty continued to hover over Pakistan cricket with the Election Commission now contemplating to challenge the judgment of Islamabad High Court (IHC) ordering them to conduct elections for the post of PCB chairman in the Supreme Court.

Will Naseem Shah miss the World Cup?

Will Naseem Shah miss the World Cup?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

Naseem Shah's recent shoulder injury has cast doubts over his participation

'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 seeks government clearance on proposed bilateral series with India

PCB seeks government clearance on proposed bilateral series with India

Rediff.com24 Nov 2015

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB)has sought the permission of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif to play their proposed bilateral series with India on a mutually agreed neutral venue.

Pakistan ready to make history in Australia

Pakistan ready to make history in Australia

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Babar remains the linchpin of Pakistan's batting, says captain Shan Masood

Afridi's press conference put off by PCB

Afridi's press conference put off by PCB

Rediff.com14 Oct 2012

A scheduled press conference by flamboyant all-rounder Shahid Afridi, which had set the rumour mills working overtime, has been called off after the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) advised him not to address the media.

PCB sends Zaheer Abbas packing

PCB sends Zaheer Abbas packing

Rediff.com12 Sep 2006

Talat Ali was named Pakistan manager for the Champions Trophy in India.

Asia Cup Inaugural Triggers Meme Fest

Asia Cup Inaugural Triggers Meme Fest

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Social media platforms quickly buzzed with chat, with many taking the opportunity to poke fun at the Pakistan Cricket Board for the stark lack of fans in the stands.

Younis turns down PCB's compromise offer

Younis turns down PCB's compromise offer

Rediff.com26 May 2010

Former captain Younis Khan is in no mood to step down from his fight against the Pakistan Cricket Board over the indefinite ban imposed on him and has turned down a PCB offer to go for a compromise settlement.

Asia Cup: Pakistan wants to host more matches now?

Asia Cup: Pakistan wants to host more matches now?

Rediff.com15 Jul 2023

The PCB will try to get more matches of the Asia Cup to be staged in Pakistan when the ACC board meets in Dubai on Sunday.

PCB considers sending Inzy abroad

PCB considers sending Inzy abroad

Rediff.com31 Jan 2006

PCB may send captain Inzamam-ul Haq abroad to see a specialist for his back problem

Did Babar, Arthur ignore crucial spin bowling advice?

Did Babar, Arthur ignore crucial spin bowling advice?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

Misbah said in a TV interview that despite the advice from him and Mohammad Hafeez, PCB chose to not have a relook at Pakistan's spin attack.

'Just Don't Lose To India'

'Just Don't Lose To India'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

'Once when I went to someone's room, they had the match playing on television and said that they watch it every day.'

Asia Cup moved out of Pakistan?

Asia Cup moved out of Pakistan?

Rediff.com8 May 2023

It will be interesting to see if Pakistan, after this snub, competes in the tournament, scheduled to be held from September 2-17.

Musharraf initiates PCB shake-up

Musharraf initiates PCB shake-up

Rediff.com29 Jan 2005

President Pervez Musharraf appointed a director of cricket operations and an ad-hoc committee.

Pakistan pacer Shahzad doubtful for Boxing Day Test

Pakistan pacer Shahzad doubtful for Boxing Day Test

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Pakistan are already depleted in attack, with injured quick Naseem Shah sidelined and Haris Rauf having opted out of the series to play in Australia's T20 Big Bash League.

Former PCB chief accuses BCCI of 'abetting' Hafeez's suspension

Former PCB chief accuses BCCI of 'abetting' Hafeez's suspension

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

Former Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Zaka Ashraf has alleged that BCCI has been hatching a conspiracy by getting Pakistan's key bowlers suspended.

PCB chief Ashraf sacked

PCB chief Ashraf sacked

Rediff.com10 Feb 2014

In another stunning twist in the saga of Pakistan's cricket administration, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif sacked Zaka Ashraf as the Chairman of the PCB and suspended the Governing board with immediate effect.

Visas for World Cup issued to Pakistani players: ICC

Visas for World Cup issued to Pakistani players: ICC

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

However, confusion remained in the Pakistan camp over the grant of visa.

PCB expecting six Test series vs India between 2015-2023

PCB expecting six Test series vs India between 2015-2023

Rediff.com13 Apr 2014

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is expecting to play atleast six home and away Test series against India in the next eight-year FTP cycle between 2015 and 2023 which will also include an "off-shore" home series in the United Arab Emirates.

PCB gives contracts to 'rebel' trio

PCB gives contracts to 'rebel' trio

Rediff.com5 Jul 2009

The Pakistan Cricket Board has offered central contracts to opener Imran Nazir, senior batsman Mohammad Yousuf and all-rounder Abdul Razzaq who returned to mainstream after snapping ties with the 'rebel' Indian Cricket League.

Controversial recall? Amir, Imad return to Pak squad

Controversial recall? Amir, Imad return to Pak squad

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

Amir, Imad recalled to Pakistan squad for NZ T20I series

PCB to intervene as Afridi-Miandad spat heats up

PCB to intervene as Afridi-Miandad spat heats up

Rediff.com14 Oct 2016

Disappointed by the ugly tiff between Shahid Afridi and Javed Miandad, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is likely to take measures to stop former cricketers from levelling match-fixing allegations against each other to settle `personal scores`. A verbal altercation has been going on between Afridi and Miandad after both of them accused each other of being 'money-centric'.

PCB irked by political intervention in Afridi case

PCB irked by political intervention in Afridi case

Rediff.com6 Jun 2011

PCB chairman Ijaz Butt has expressed disappointment over interference of political functionaries into the ongoing dispute between the Board and former skipper Shahid Afridi, saying the act could damage Pakistan cricket.

World Cup: Ashraf to push for Pakistan's matches at neutral venues

World Cup: Ashraf to push for Pakistan's matches at neutral venues

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

PCB acting chairman Zaka Ashraf will push for the country's ODI World Cup matches at neutral venues at the ICC meetings in Durban this week.

PCB names Moin Khan chief selector and team manager

PCB names Moin Khan chief selector and team manager

Rediff.com21 Apr 2014

The Pakistan Cricket Board, in a surprising move on Monday, entrusted former captain Moin Khan the dual responsibility of chief selector and managing the national team. Since being inducted into the PCB last year, Moin was Pakistan's head coach for two months, during the Asia Cup and World T20.