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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.

Babar Azam says his middle order can win matches.

Babar Azam says his middle order can win matches.

Rediff.com22 Oct 2022

"Off the field when we meet, we meet very warmly. We want to meet nicely. On the field, we play with intensity," stated the batter when asked about the camaraderie between the Pakistani and Indian players.

'Look for excuses or look to get better'

'Look for excuses or look to get better'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

Kohli Hits The Gym!

T20 WC PHOTOS: Pakistan make dramatic entry into semis

T20 WC PHOTOS: Pakistan make dramatic entry into semis

Rediff.com6 Nov 2022

IMAGES from the T20 World Cup match played between Pakistan and Bangladesh in Adelaide on Sunday.

Spin specialist: Shreyas Iyer, India's middle-order maestro!

Spin specialist: Shreyas Iyer, India's middle-order maestro!

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

Shreyas Iyer's ability to negotiate spin bowling effectively makes him a crucial asset for India in the ICC Champions Trophy.

Can Pakistan find solution in must-win WC clash vs SA?

Can Pakistan find solution in must-win WC clash vs SA?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Pakistan needs to win all its matches and expect Australia to falter in at least two of their remaining four games.

Babar Azam turns to Australian power-hitting expert

Babar Azam turns to Australian power-hitting expert

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

The meeting took place in Lahore where Young is on a private visit.

Test Rankings: Ashwin holds on to his 2nd spot; Career-best positions for 3 Pak players

Test Rankings: Ashwin holds on to his 2nd spot; Career-best positions for 3 Pak players

Rediff.com12 May 2021

R Ashwin is the only Indian bowler to feature in the top ten ICC rankings in the Test format

PCB furious at Fakhar: Criticise his comments on Babar

PCB furious at Fakhar: Criticise his comments on Babar

Rediff.com13 Oct 2024

The source, however, disputed Fakhar's tone and said one of the newly inducted selectors, former captain Azhar Ali had spoken to length with Babar on Saturday and explained to him the decision to rest him for the two Tests.

Do India's Pacers Need Tips From Pak Pacers?

Do India's Pacers Need Tips From Pak Pacers?

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

Pakistan's ODI series victory in Australia showcased the raw pace and skill of their fast bowling attack, spearheaded by Haris Rauf.

Asia Cup: Middle-order woes hamper India-Pak as rain looms

Asia Cup: Middle-order woes hamper India-Pak as rain looms

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Pakistan does not have any injury concerns but they are one of the most undercooked ODI sides at the moment. Since the 2019 World Cup, the 'Green Brigade' has played just 29 ODIs, whereas India have played 57 matches in the same period. - Asia Cup 2023

PCB strips captain, coach of authority

PCB strips captain, coach of authority

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Pakistan captain Shan Masood and head coach Jason Gillespie will no longer have a say in selection matters after the PCB selectors cut down their powers, according to a source.

PIX: Woakes, Buttler propel England to unlikely win over Pakistan

PIX: Woakes, Buttler propel England to unlikely win over Pakistan

Rediff.com9 Aug 2020

A magnificent partnership between Chris Woakes and Jos Buttler helped propel England to an unlikely three-wicket victory over Pakistan in a topsy-turvy first Test at Old Trafford on Saturday. Images from Day 4 of the first Test between England and Pakistan in Manchester on Saturday.

Gill World No 1 batter, Siraj top bowler in ODIs

Gill World No 1 batter, Siraj top bowler in ODIs

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Shubman Gill has overtaken Pakistan captain Babar Azam as the World No 1 batter in ODIs.

1st Test: Pakistan inflict innings defeat on Bangladesh

1st Test: Pakistan inflict innings defeat on Bangladesh

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

Pakistan completed a crushing innings and 44-run victory over Bangladesh on the fourth morning on Monday

PIX: Pakistan crush Scotland, set up Australia semis

PIX: Pakistan crush Scotland, set up Australia semis

Rediff.com7 Nov 2021

Images from the T20 World Cup Super 12s match between Pakistan and Scotland, in Sharjah, on Sunday.

Pakistan World Cup squad announcement delayed due to...

Pakistan World Cup squad announcement delayed due to...

Rediff.com1 May 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has delayed the announcement of its World Cup squad until late May due to fitness and performance issues with some players.

'India's spinners will crush Pakistan'

'India's spinners will crush Pakistan'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria has criticized Babar Azam for focusing on personal milestones over team success, expressing concerns about Pakistan's preparations ahead of their crucial Champions Trophy clash against India. He believes Pakistan's recent struggles, including a disappointing Tri-Nation Series campaign and a 1-1 draw against the West Indies in a home Test series, point to a lack of readiness for the India encounter.

Will India Pick 4 Spinners Vs Pak?

Will India Pick 4 Spinners Vs Pak?

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI against Pakistan on Sunday?

T20 WC: Shadab, rain to the rescue as Pakistan stay alive

T20 WC: Shadab, rain to the rescue as Pakistan stay alive

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

On the ropes at 43-4 early in their innings, Pakistan rallied behind spectacular half centuries from Iftikhar Ahmed and Shadab Khan to post 185 for nine and delight the lively crowd of 30,000 roaring them on at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Pakistan win last-ball thriller against South Africa

Pakistan win last-ball thriller against South Africa

Rediff.com2 Apr 2021

With this thrilling win, Pakistan has taken a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series.

ICC ODI rankings: Kohli, Rohit unmoved

ICC ODI rankings: Kohli, Rohit unmoved

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

In the bowling chart, New Zealand pacer Trent Boult (722) held on to his top spot, followed by Bumrah (719).

Test Rankings: Bumrah roars into top 5, Kohli slips to 9th

Test Rankings: Bumrah roars into top 5, Kohli slips to 9th

Rediff.com16 Mar 2022

Jasprit Bumrah jumped six spots to fourth but struggling star batter Virat Kohli slipped to ninth

ICC WC PIX: Bowlers guide Pakistan to victory over Netherlands

ICC WC PIX: Bowlers guide Pakistan to victory over Netherlands

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

IMAGES from the ICC World Cup match played between Pakistan and The Netherlands in Hyderabad on Friday.

Jasprit Bumrah nominated for ICC monthly award

Jasprit Bumrah nominated for ICC monthly award

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah was on Monday nominated for the ICC 'Player of the Month' award for August following his brilliant performances with both the bat and ball in the ongoing Test series against England.

Pakistan, Sri Lanka grapple with multiple challenges

Pakistan, Sri Lanka grapple with multiple challenges

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Pakistan are traditionally good against spinners but Babar Azam and Co. would take the likes of promising Dunith Wellalage and company lightly at their peril.

PIX: Clinical New Zealand crush Pak in CT opener

PIX: Clinical New Zealand crush Pak in CT opener

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

IMAGES from the Champions Trophy Group A match played between Pakistan and New Zealand at the National Stadium in Karachi on Wednesday.

Mushtaq to step down as Pak coach post NZ home series

Mushtaq to step down as Pak coach post NZ home series

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

The source also said that the board felt Babar would be better off just captaining the white-ball squads and that the Test captaincy should be given to someone else, preferably Shan Masood or Mohammad Rizwan.

Rizwan, Shakeel dominate on Day 2 vs Bangladesh

Rizwan, Shakeel dominate on Day 2 vs Bangladesh

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan and Saud Shakeel were on the verge of centuries as they steered the home team to 256 for four

What went wrong for Pakistan? The skipper explains...

What went wrong for Pakistan? The skipper explains...

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam rued the mistakes his side made against India and the United States of America in their earlier Group A matches, even as the former champions bid adieu to the T20 World Cup with a consolation three-wicket victory over Ireland at Lauderhill, Florida, on Sunday.

Red-faced Ashraf does damage control; hails India's 'fantastic' reception

Red-faced Ashraf does damage control; hails India's 'fantastic' reception

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

PCB supremo Zaka Ashraf in his desperate bid to do damage control after indirectly terming India "enemy nation", hailed the warm reception that was accorded to the Pakistani team.

PIX: Pakistan's big win keeps hopes alive; Bangladesh eliminated

PIX: Pakistan's big win keeps hopes alive; Bangladesh eliminated

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

Pakistan registered a comfortable seven-wicket victory to keep their semi-final hopes alive.

Pakistan batters 'afraid' of pace'?

Pakistan batters 'afraid' of pace'?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

They are afraid of grass pitches: Basit Ali's surprising take on Pakistan batters ahead of England Test series

Fans blame streaker after Williamson misses ton

Fans blame streaker after Williamson misses ton

Rediff.com26 Dec 2020

The play stopped for a brief moment at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui, when a streaker came running to the pitch.

'Bold' Pakistan call up rookie speedsters for Australia tour

'Bold' Pakistan call up rookie speedsters for Australia tour

Rediff.com21 Oct 2019

Azhar was named Test captain this month in place of Sarfaraz Ahmed whose spot as wicketkeeper has been taken by Mohammad Rizwan.

No Indian in ICC T20 WC team, Babar named captain

No Indian in ICC T20 WC team, Babar named captain

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

'This team was incredibly difficult to select over such a highly competitive tournament. Selections were based predominantly on the Super 12 onward to the final.'

Rizwan's maiden ton helps set big victory target for South Africa

Rizwan's maiden ton helps set big victory target for South Africa

Rediff.com7 Feb 2021

Pakistan set South Africa a daunting target of 370 to win the second and final Test in Rawalpindi

Pak vs Aus: Draw looms over Rawalpindi run-feast

Pak vs Aus: Draw looms over Rawalpindi run-feast

Rediff.com7 Mar 2022

Wet outfield caused dashed prospects of victory by either side in Australia's first Test in Pakistan in 24 years.

Mushfiqur, Litton stand firm against Pakistani pacers

Mushfiqur, Litton stand firm against Pakistani pacers

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

Opener Shadman Islam missed out on a century in his comeback test match as Bangladesh blunted pace-heavy Pakistan's attack and reached 316-5 at stumps on the third day of the first test on Friday.

Gill reveals India's game plan against Pakistan!

Gill reveals India's game plan against Pakistan!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

Shubman Gill said India's batters will have to dominate unlike last time when the top order was blown away for 66.