News for 'Pakistan Sports Board'

Outspoken Latif gets PCB notice, may resign soon

Outspoken Latif gets PCB notice, may resign soon

Rediff.com14 Sep 2010

Pakistan's former captain Rashid Latif has decided to step down as wicketkeeping coach in the Pakistan Cricket Board after being issued a showcause notice for speaking about the raging spot-fixing and betting scandal on a television show.

'We received threats from India for resisting Big Three'

'We received threats from India for resisting Big Three'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2014

Former PCB chairman Zaka Ashraf alleged that he was threatened by the Board for Cricket Control in India for opposing the structural overhaul of the ICC.

Cricket Buzz: Controversial Pak spinner Ajmal retires, criticises PCB, ICC

Cricket Buzz: Controversial Pak spinner Ajmal retires, criticises PCB, ICC

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

After a successful but controversial career, off-spinner Ajmal finished with 178 wickets in 35 Tests, the last of which was at Galle in Sri Lanka in 2014, where his bowling action was reported for a second time.

Want to be the next Indian hockey coach?

Want to be the next Indian hockey coach?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2017

Taking a cue from the Board of Control for Cricket in India, Hockey India advertised for the position for the first time on its website http://hockeyindia.org.

Kohli on Indo-Pak WC game: Will respect government's decision

Kohli on Indo-Pak WC game: Will respect government's decision

Rediff.com23 Feb 2019

There have been calls to boycott the June 16 World Cup face-off against Pakistan at the Old Trafford in the aftermath of the dastardly attack but the Indian cricket board has not taken a call, putting the ball in government's court.

Will England visit Bangladesh despite Dhaka attack?

Will England visit Bangladesh despite Dhaka attack?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2016

Bangladesh is hopeful England will go ahead with their planned tour of the South Asian country later this year despite Friday's attack by gunmen at an upmarket Dhaka restaurant that left 20 dead.

Cricket Buzz: Test cricket a step forward for ambitious Ireland

Cricket Buzz: Test cricket a step forward for ambitious Ireland

Rediff.com10 May 2018

Ireland will make a giant leap when they host their first ever Test match, against Pakistan in Dublin

This could be Ganguly's first major task as BCCI chief

This could be Ganguly's first major task as BCCI chief

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

The new BCCI regime could soon be engaged in a bitter turf battle with the ICC since the world governing body's proposed Futures Tours Programme (FTP) could significantly hit Indian Cricket Board's revenue stream.

England pick uncapped Ansari in spin strong squad for Pakistan Tests in UAE

England pick uncapped Ansari in spin strong squad for Pakistan Tests in UAE

Rediff.com15 Sep 2015

Uncapped Surrey all-rounder Zafar Ansari was named in England's squad on Tuesday for the forthcoming three Test series against Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates.

April 2, 2011: When Dhoni led India to World Cup glory at home

April 2, 2011: When Dhoni led India to World Cup glory at home

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

It was on April 2, 2011, when Mahendra Singh Dhoni-led India created history as they outclassed Sri Lanka in the final to claim their second ODI World Cup title, ending a long wait of 28 years.

Cricket Buzz: Buttler gets praise from Roy, Hussain

Cricket Buzz: Buttler gets praise from Roy, Hussain

Rediff.com14 May 2019

Buttler blasted a 50-ball century, his eighth in one-dayer, in Saturday's second ODI against Pakistan, prompting former England captain Nasser Hussain to rank the 28-year-old among the all-time greats in this format.

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.

Akmal keen to prove match-fixing allegations wrong

Akmal keen to prove match-fixing allegations wrong

Rediff.com21 May 2010

Outrightly rejecting charges of match fixing being labelled against him, Pakistan wicket-keeper Kamran Akmal has said that he has always given his best while playing for the country.

How The Boy From Khandra Became A Man In Tokyo

How The Boy From Khandra Became A Man In Tokyo

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

Neeraj ran in fast, did the crossover. The javelin flew out of his hands and he did not look towards the sector. He just knew he had bettered the first attempt. The moment the javelin left his hand, he knew he had done it.

Amir warned but escapes further punishment

Amir warned but escapes further punishment

Rediff.com25 Aug 2011

Pakistan's banned pacer Mohammad Amir has escaped with a "stern warning and a caution" from the ICC for breaching the terms of his five-year suspension by playing in a local match in England.

Curran brothers Tom, Sam keen to face-off in IPL

Curran brothers Tom, Sam keen to face-off in IPL

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

Tom admits that an enforced break from cricket due to the coronavirus outbreak has indeed come as a shock to the system. However, he also admitted that he is utilising the time to refresh mentally.

PCB rules out immediate return of Younus, Yousuf

PCB rules out immediate return of Younus, Yousuf

Rediff.com7 Jul 2010

Former captains Younus Khan and Muhammad Yousuf would not be taken back into the national team until they apologise to the Pakistan Cricket Board for their "recent actions and statements", the PCB has told the country's Sports Minister.

How athletes are giving back during the coronavirus pandemic

How athletes are giving back during the coronavirus pandemic

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

Wrestler Bajrang Punia pledged to donate his sixth months' salary towards Haryana's COVID-19 Relief Fund.

'IPL franchises don't want to risk Pak players' security'

'IPL franchises don't want to risk Pak players' security'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2014

The chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Shaharyar Khan has admitted that participation of country's players in the lucrative Indian Premier League is not possible due to security concerns of the T20 event's franchises.

'ICC's approval to revamped proposal will harm world cricket'

'ICC's approval to revamped proposal will harm world cricket'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2014

The Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Zaka Ashraf has said that the widespread change in the ICC's governance and structure, initiated by the India, Australia and England cricket boards, would harm world cricket.

After winning World Cup, here's what India's Blind cricket team wants

After winning World Cup, here's what India's Blind cricket team wants

Rediff.com23 Jan 2018

After winning the Blind Cricket World Cup for India, players have asked the Ministry of Sports to give recognition to the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI).

Buzz: Ganguly gets CA praise for 'ODI Super Series' idea

Buzz: Ganguly gets CA praise for 'ODI Super Series' idea

Rediff.com27 Dec 2019

Ganguly had said India will lock horns with England, Australia and one other top cricketing side in an annual ODI series starting 2021.

Use this break to introspect, stay fit: Pollard

Use this break to introspect, stay fit: Pollard

Rediff.com22 Mar 2020

West Indies limited-overs skipper Kieron Pollard, who was ruled out of the Pakistan Super League due to a niggle in his right thigh early this month, said it is time to work on his fitness and prepare for the season ahead.

Younis makes emotional appeal to lift ban

Younis makes emotional appeal to lift ban

Rediff.com25 May 2010

Former Pakistan captain Younis Khan told a parliamentary committee on sports on Monday that he had been unjustly treated by the cricket authorities and the indefinite ban imposed on him after the Australian tour should be lifted immediately.

U19 WC: Afghanistan seek history against England

U19 WC: Afghanistan seek history against England

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

Having punched above their weight, Afghanistan now face England in the Super League semifinals of the U-19 World Cup

'Winning India cricket rights will give Sony monopoly'

'Winning India cricket rights will give Sony monopoly'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2018

India's huge market is a major draw for sponsors and advertisers, who often plan product launches around major cricket events and book advertising slots in advance, which in turn leads to a race between broadcasters to secure content.

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.

Buoyant Warner unfazed after world record bid cut short

Buoyant Warner unfazed after world record bid cut short

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

Warner, himself, said he had no regrets but admitted he was thinking about Lara's record as he motored past 300.

How Afghan women's cricket is crushed by bombs, threats, tradition

How Afghan women's cricket is crushed by bombs, threats, tradition

Rediff.com26 Dec 2014

Afghan women's cricket team formed in 2010 was quietly dissolved this year amid Taliban threats, insecurity and conservative beliefs.

Hafeez's action tested in Chennai for two hours

Hafeez's action tested in Chennai for two hours

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez has completed testing on his bowling action in Chennai.

Fate of Indo-Pak bilateral series to be known in 2 months time

Fate of Indo-Pak bilateral series to be known in 2 months time

Rediff.com6 Jun 2015

With uncertainty hanging over the resumption of Indo-Pak bilateral cricket ties later this year, PCB chairman Shaharyar Khan has said that they have an alternate plan in hand if the proposed series against the neighbours in the United Arab Emirates does not materialise.

PCB slashes match with India in PoK

PCB slashes match with India in PoK

Rediff.com22 Aug 2005

Chairman Shaharyar Khan said PCB would not ask India to play a one-day match in Pakistan occupied Kashmir

PCB hire psychologist to counsel problem players

PCB hire psychologist to counsel problem players

Rediff.com18 Jun 2012

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has hired sports psychologist Magbool Babri to counsel problem players including banned pace bowler Mohammad Amir.

'If India doesn't want to play us in ICC events, we should get the match points'

'If India doesn't want to play us in ICC events, we should get the match points'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2016

'I told the ICC members that we had been suffering huge losses since the last nine years cause India was just not ready to play with us as per the bilateral calendar'

I'll be captain only if allowed till 2011: Younis

I'll be captain only if allowed till 2011: Younis

Rediff.com15 Oct 2009

Younis Khan on Thursday made it clear to the Pakistan Cricket Board that he would withdraw his resignation from the captain's post only if he is retained at the helm till the 2011 World Cup.

Gunathilaka's six-match ban reduced by half on appeal

Gunathilaka's six-match ban reduced by half on appeal

Rediff.com17 Oct 2017

The remaining three matches will be part of a suspended sentence over a one-year period, Sri Lanka Cricket said in a statement.

Ex-ICC chief Mani backs DRS, says it will only get better

Ex-ICC chief Mani backs DRS, says it will only get better

Rediff.com5 Sep 2013

Former president Ehsan Mani has backed the International Cricket Council's decision to persist with the Decision Review System, saying it has helped in reducing umpires' mistakes.

Buzz: Umpire Dar set to break record

Buzz: Umpire Dar set to break record

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

Pakistani umpire Aleem Dar, who started his international career in 2000, will stand in a record 129th Test match when Australia take on New Zealand in the first Test in Perth on Thursday.

Will Jofra Archer play for England at the World Cup?

Will Jofra Archer play for England at the World Cup?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2019

It would be unfair for England selectors to ask any player to make way for the uncapped all-rounder Jofra Archer in the World Cup squad.

Pak left-arm spinner tests positive for cocaine

Pak left-arm spinner tests positive for cocaine

Rediff.com14 Apr 2015

Young Pakistan left-arm spinner Raza Hasan faces a possible two-year ban from all forms of cricket after testing positive for cocaine following a dope test carried out at the WADA-accredited laboratory in India.