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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.

India should either play with us or compensate for damages: PCB

India should either play with us or compensate for damages: PCB

Rediff.com9 Nov 2016

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has demanded monetary compensation from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the International Cricket Council (ICC) for damages after India's refusal to play the scheduled series. "We have mentioned it clearly to BCCI and ICC in recent meeting that either India should play cricket with Pakistan or compensate us for damages," PCB Executive Committee Chairman Najam Sethi was quoted as saying by the Dawn.

Pakistan unleash 'slinger' Zaman Khan

Pakistan unleash 'slinger' Zaman Khan

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

The endless chain of fast bowlers that Pakistan has produced over the years has been the envy point of other cricketing nations. Zaman Khan is the latest to join that illustrious line.

Pakistan are World No 1 in ODIs

Pakistan are World No 1 in ODIs

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

Pakistan has dominated the ODI format over the last year. In 2022, they whitewashed West Indies and Netherlands 3-0 at home and away respectively. They followed this up with a 2-1 series win over New Zealand at home in January 2023.

'Afridi no longer a captaincy material for PCB'

'Afridi no longer a captaincy material for PCB'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2011

The chairman of the PCB, Ijaz Butt has made it clear that the former Pakistan One-day skipper Shahid Afridi is no longer a captaincy material for the PCB.

Grant Bradburn named Pakistan Head Coach

Grant Bradburn named Pakistan Head Coach

Rediff.com13 May 2023

Kiwi Bradburn served as the Head Coach of the side during the recently-concluded home series against New Zealand on consultancy basis. He is well-versed about the strengths and challenges of the national side having previously served as the fielding coach from 2018 till 2020 before he moved to the National Cricket Academy to work on development of coaches.

Babar Azam's 151 shakes up Asia Cup record books

Babar Azam's 151 shakes up Asia Cup record books

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Babar Azam scripted history on Wednesday by achieving a milestone by becoming the first captain to score 150 in the Asia Cup tournament.

Butt out, Miandad returns to PCB offices

Butt out, Miandad returns to PCB offices

Rediff.com14 Oct 2011

Ijaz Butt's departure as Pakistan Cricket Board chairman has led to the return of former Test captain Javed Miandad to the PCB offices.

Controversy as betting companies sponsor PSL teams

Controversy as betting companies sponsor PSL teams

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

A huge controversy erupted after the Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchises flouted strict Islamic laws by promoting surrogate advertisements of off-shore online betting platforms.

PCB boss speaks on Afridi's fitness for T20 World Cup

PCB boss speaks on Afridi's fitness for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

Pakistan's Afridi to be fit for World Cup opener, says Raja

Aamir's attitude and behaviour will be monitored: PCB

Aamir's attitude and behaviour will be monitored: PCB

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

His career handed a fresh lease of life, tainted Pakistan pacer Muhammad Aamir's attitude and behaviour would be as much under scrutiny as his on-field performances when he makes an international comeback, the PCB has asserted.

PCB gears up for legal battle with ECB

PCB gears up for legal battle with ECB

Rediff.com25 Sep 2010

The Pakistan Cricket Board is readying itself for a legal battle with the England and Wales Cricket Board, who has demanded financial compensation for PCB chief Ijaz Butt's accusation against English players.

Hampshire drop Afridi after PCB withdraw NOC

Hampshire drop Afridi after PCB withdraw NOC

Rediff.com1 Jun 2011

Pakistan's sacked and retired captain Shahid Afridi suffered a setback on Wednesday when English county Hampshire said it would not be playing the all-rounder in their Twenty20 league after the Pakistan Cricket Board revoked the requisite NOC.

PCB to deny Malik fresh central contract

PCB to deny Malik fresh central contract

Rediff.com20 Jul 2011

Former Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik will not be awarded a central contract by the Cricket Board (PCB) as he is yet to satisfy the integrity committee about an amount of 90,000 pounds in his account.

Pak pacer Riaz quits international cricket, to focus on franchise leagues

Pak pacer Riaz quits international cricket, to focus on franchise leagues

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

Wahab Riaz is the ninth bowler in history of Pakistan to take a five-for on debut, recorded against England as he took 5/63 at The Oval.

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.

Warner must reply to critics as Oz face depleted Pak

Warner must reply to critics as Oz face depleted Pak

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald said the hosts would field their strongest side against Pakistan, which means a welcome return for spinner Nathan Lyon, who will chase his 500th Test wicket after injury ruled him out of the last three matches of the Ashes.

Why India-Pakistan tie is just another game for Babar...

Why India-Pakistan tie is just another game for Babar...

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Banking on our experience of these conditions to do well against India: Babar Azam

PCB to sue BCCI, demands 'millions in compensation'

PCB to sue BCCI, demands 'millions in compensation'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2017

The Pakistan Cricket Board said that it would file a compensation claim against the Board of Control for Cricket in India with the International Cricket Council's disputes resolution committee in January next year.

Kaneria wants PCB to explain World Cup snub

Kaneria wants PCB to explain World Cup snub

Rediff.com9 Jan 2011

Leg-spinner Danish Kaneria wants the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to explain why he was not cleared to play at next month's World Cup.

PCB to launch IPL style league in March

PCB to launch IPL style league in March

Rediff.com11 Jan 2013

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will launch its own Twenty20 Super League in March with the five franchises involved allowed to sign six overseas players each.

Salman Butt officially admits to spot-fixing in 2010: PCB

Salman Butt officially admits to spot-fixing in 2010: PCB

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

Tainted former Pakistan captain Salman Butt has signed a confession note admitting to his role in the spot-fixing scandal during the Pakistan versus England series back in 2010, which led to a five-year ban.

Zimbabwe's cricketers bribed to tour Pakistan? PCB rubbishes allegations

Zimbabwe's cricketers bribed to tour Pakistan? PCB rubbishes allegations

Rediff.com13 Jun 2015

The chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Shaharyar Khan rubbished allegations that they bribed the Zimbabwean cricketers to tour Pakistan for a short limited over series last month.

Rohit Paudel named Nepal captain for Asia Cup

Rohit Paudel named Nepal captain for Asia Cup

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

Nepal play their opening game against the hosts on the first day of the competition in Multan before playing India on September 4 in Kandy.

PCB bans Yousuf for joining ICL

PCB bans Yousuf for joining ICL

Rediff.com5 Nov 2008

The Pakistan Cricket Board banned Mohammad Yousuf after the veteran batsman announced his tie-up with the rebel Indian Cricket League. 'He is now contracted to the ICL and just like the other players who joined the league, our policy is clear he can't play for or in Pakistan,' PCB Director of Cricket Operations Zakir Khan told media persons on Wednesday.

PCB distances itself from Butt's 'sons of pigs' remark

PCB distances itself from Butt's 'sons of pigs' remark

Rediff.com19 Feb 2014

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) moved quickly on Tuesday to distance itself from a "sons of pigs" reference to India, England and Australia made by former chairman Ijaz Butt.

Net bowler Nishanth stands out in Pakistan's training session

Net bowler Nishanth stands out in Pakistan's training session

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Hyderabad U-19 pacer Nishanth Saranu, who stands at six feet nine inches, attracted a lot of attention in Pakistan's opening net session ahead of the World Cup in Hyderabad on Thursday.

PCB to examine rejection of Kaneria's ban appeal

PCB to examine rejection of Kaneria's ban appeal

Rediff.com27 Apr 2013

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will legally examine the dismissal of the appeal made by leg-spinner Danish Kaneria against his ban on charges of spot-fixing.

World Cup: Pakistan team touches down in India after seven years

World Cup: Pakistan team touches down in India after seven years

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

The Pakistan cricket team arrived in Hyderabad on Wednesday, its first visit to India in seven years, to compete in the ODI World Cup beginning on October 5.

PCB not to support embattled Asif

PCB not to support embattled Asif

Rediff.com14 Jul 2008

Pakistan Cricket Board on Monday made it clear that it would not support embattled paceman Mohammad Asif, who has again been caught in a doping scandal and faces a possible two-year ban.

Pakistan team relish Kolkata biryani, kebabs ahead of B'desh match

Pakistan team relish Kolkata biryani, kebabs ahead of B'desh match

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

Akram had lambasted the team for being lethargic on the field after their loss to Afghanistan. In a post-match show on Pakistan based A Sports channel, Akram said it looks like the team has been eating kilos of meat every day.

Afridi may not attend PCB disciplinary hearing

Afridi may not attend PCB disciplinary hearing

Rediff.com6 Jun 2011

Pakistan's sacked captain Shahid Afridi is not likely not attend the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) disciplinary hearing on charges of violating the code of conduct, his lawyer said on Monday.

World Cup: India vs Pakistan shifted to October 14

World Cup: India vs Pakistan shifted to October 14

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

The marquee World Cup clash between India and Pakistan will be held in Ahmedabad on October 14, instead of originally scheduled date of October 15.

WAGs can't accompany players during England tour: PCB

WAGs can't accompany players during England tour: PCB

Rediff.com16 Jun 2020

Pakistan will be competing in a three-Test and three-T20 series starting July 30 in a bio-secure environment owing to the threat posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

PCB suspends central contract of tainted trio

PCB suspends central contract of tainted trio

Rediff.com3 Nov 2010

Pakistan's disgraced trio of Salman Butt, Mohammed Amir and Mohammed Asif have had their central contracts suspended by the Pakistan Cricket Board.

Win over Afghans a big inspiration heading into Asia Cup: Babar

Win over Afghans a big inspiration heading into Asia Cup: Babar

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam believes the recent thumping 3-0 ODI series win over Afghanistan will "inspire" his side and provide much-needed momentum heading into the Asia Cup.

Will open files of Akram's role in fixing: PCB official

Will open files of Akram's role in fixing: PCB official

Rediff.com9 Mar 2016

Irked by Wasim Akram questioning PCB's decision to form an inquiry committee on team's disastrous show in Asia Cup, influential board official Shakil Sheikh has threatened to open old files related to legendary fast bowler's alleged involvement in match-fixing. "I don't think Wasim is 'King of Swing'. I think he is 'King of Betting'. He should think before criticizing anyone because his past is known to all and old files in the board can be opened," Sheikh, who is the head of PCB's inquiry committee told Geo Super channel on Monday night. As far as old files are concerned, Sheikh was referring to report submitted by Justice Malik Qayyum on match fixing inquiry at the start of the millennium. Sheikh, who also heads the Islamabad regional cricket association made references to his name (Wasim) being linked to betting in cricket and in the Justice Malik Qayyum match-fixing inquiry. Sheikh was upset with the remarks made by Akram recently at a press conference in which he questioned the purpose of the board appointing an inquiry committee on the eve of the World T20 to probe into the national team's poor performance in the Asia Cup.

Reports on Ahmedabad are media speculation: PCB

Reports on Ahmedabad are media speculation: PCB

Rediff.com2 Feb 2005

'The PCB has not said anything to the media on its reservations about Ahmedabad as a venue. It is all media speculation,' PCB spokesman Abbas Zaidi said.

Aamir may be considered for Pakistan's tour of NZ: PCB

Aamir may be considered for Pakistan's tour of NZ: PCB

Rediff.com9 Dec 2015

Tainted left-arm pacer Muhammad Aamir was in line to make his comeback to the Pakistan team for the tour to New Zealand in January.

Blow for Pakistan as Rauf ruled out of England Tests

Blow for Pakistan as Rauf ruled out of England Tests

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf has been ruled out of the rest of the home Test series against England after suffering a quadricep strain.