News for 'Wasim Akram'

Cricket Greats Rally as Imran Khan Battles Health Issues

Cricket Greats Rally as Imran Khan Battles Health Issues

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Former Pakistan World Cup-winning captain Imran Khan reportedly loses 85% vision in one eye as Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis and others urge authorities to ensure immediate medical treatment.

Rabada Vs Bumrah: Who Is the Better Test Bowler?

Rabada Vs Bumrah: Who Is the Better Test Bowler?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2026

The numbers don't settle it. Bumrah has the lower average and is harder to score off. Rabada has the bigger pile, the ten-wicket matches, and a winning team behind him.

Akram bats for Babar's return to Pakistan's T20I set-up

Akram bats for Babar's return to Pakistan's T20I set-up

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

'The Asia Cup and then the World Cup are approaching, and we need a senior batter.'

Asia Cup Final: Akram Identifies India's Weak Spot!

Asia Cup Final: Akram Identifies India's Weak Spot!

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Akram backs Pakistan to ride on momentum but terms India favourites in Asia Cup final

T20 World Cup: Shadab breaks silence on Babar, Shaheen call

T20 World Cup: Shadab breaks silence on Babar, Shaheen call

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Shadab Khan defends Pakistan's team selections and strategy in the T20 World Cup, emphasising the importance of clear communication and adaptability.

The Greatest Left-Arm Bowlers Of All Time

The Greatest Left-Arm Bowlers Of All Time

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Left-arm spinners, all-rounders, and pacers who mastered their craft and left a mark in Test cricket.

Saleem Malik treated me like a servant: Akram

Saleem Malik treated me like a servant: Akram

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

Akram played under Malik's captaincy from 1992 to 1995. There were reports back then that the two players were not on good terms.

T20 World Cup: Cricket Fans Threaten Pakistan Captain Salman Agha's Family

T20 World Cup: Cricket Fans Threaten Pakistan Captain Salman Agha's Family

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Pakistani cricket fans posted threatening messages directed at the family of captain Salman Agha after Pakistan's defeat against England in the T20 World Cup Super 8s match.

Fans of India and Pakistan have elephant's memory: Akram

Fans of India and Pakistan have elephant's memory: Akram

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Weeks after India's heartbreaking six-wicket loss against Australia in the ODI World Cup 2023 final in Ahmedabad, former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram blamed the 'Men in Blue' fans for presenting them as the winners.

India blocks Babar, Akram, Imran Khan's Instagram accounts

India blocks Babar, Akram, Imran Khan's Instagram accounts

Rediff.com2 May 2025

The Instagram accounts of leading current and former Pakistani cricketers were blocked in India on Friday.

When Was The Last Time Pakistan Beat India?

When Was The Last Time Pakistan Beat India?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

India-Pakistan matches were never meant to be predictable -- it was meant to be unforgettable, notes K R Nayar.

Ex-Pak skipper faces probe over remarks against PCB

Ex-Pak skipper faces probe over remarks against PCB

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Pakistan's cybercrime agency launches probe against Rashid Latif

'You Put Team Over Self': Fan's Moving Letter to Dravid Goes Viral

'You Put Team Over Self': Fan's Moving Letter to Dravid Goes Viral

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

A fan's heartfelt open letter praising 'The Wall' went viral on social media after former India captain Rahul Dravid received the BCCI Lifetime Achievement Award on Sunday.

Why Atul Wassan Sees Sachin In Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Why Atul Wassan Sees Sachin In Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Former India pacer Atul Wassan sees shades of a young Sachin Tendulkar in Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, saying the teenager's maturity, audacity and fearless approach remind him of the batting great's early days during India's 1989 tour of Pakistan.

'Look At That Shot, Look At That Shot, Unbelievable!'

'Look At That Shot, Look At That Shot, Unbelievable!'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

After walking down the track earlier in the over to drive the bowler through covers, Gill shuffled again, only this time he used his supple wrists to nonchalantly flick the left-arm pacer over fine leg and deep into the stands.

When Imran and Wasim met: A photo of EPIC proportions!

When Imran and Wasim met: A photo of EPIC proportions!

Rediff.com12 Jun 2015

The heroic duo of Pakistan's 1992 World Cup-winning side met, along with their spouses. And, it was a fun time it seems.

Wasim's Batting Tips For Kohli

Wasim's Batting Tips For Kohli

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

Akram feels Kohli should play with a straight bat, rather than opt for shots across the line.

KKR bowling coach Akram to skip IPL next year

KKR bowling coach Akram to skip IPL next year

Rediff.com10 Dec 2016

Pakistan's legendary pacer Wasim Akram, who has been the bowling coach and mentor of Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League, will miss the 2017 edition of the T20 tournament due to 'professional commitments and time constraints'.

Shami on how Zaheer, Akram shaped his bowling career

Shami on how Zaheer, Akram shaped his bowling career

Rediff.com21 Apr 2020

Shami worked with bowling coach Akram during his time with Kolkata Knight Riders and had a chance to learn from Zaheer as the duo worked together at Delhi Capitals.

Narendra Modi Stadium: Where Cricket Roars Loudest

Narendra Modi Stadium: Where Cricket Roars Loudest

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

You don't just play here -- you must dare to play here because the sound from the stands crashes onto the field, and often the cheer comes back to the players like waves.

Akram, Akhtar withdraw from commentary assignment for Mumbai ODI

Akram, Akhtar withdraw from commentary assignment for Mumbai ODI

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

Akram's agent Arsalan Haider confirmed that the pair would commentate during the fourth ODI in Chennai at the MA Chidambaram Stadium and return to Pakistan on October 23, two days before the Mumbai match.

T20 World Cup: Ganguly feels India will tackle Usman Tariq threat

T20 World Cup: Ganguly feels India will tackle Usman Tariq threat

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Usman Tariq just a regular off-spinner, Indian batters shouldn't have any problems: Ganguly

'I Wish Asia Cup Ends Without Hatred'

'I Wish Asia Cup Ends Without Hatred'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

This Asia Cup has charred the relationship between India and Pakistan players.

Bumrah equals Ishant's record of...

Bumrah equals Ishant's record of...

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah achieved a personal milestone during Day 4 of the fourth Test against England in Manchester on Saturday as he equalled Ishant Sharma's record of most wickets for India in Tests in England.

Former Pakistan skipper Akram reveals addiction to cocaine

Former Pakistan skipper Akram reveals addiction to cocaine

Rediff.com30 Oct 2022

Former Pakistan skipper and fast bowling legend Wasim Akram has opened up on his struggle with a cocaine addiction after his cricket career ended, in his upcoming autobiography Sultan: A Memoir.

Did Pakistan's Imad Wasim deliberately waste balls?

Did Pakistan's Imad Wasim deliberately waste balls?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Former Pakistan cricketers and the Pakistan Cricket Board chairman, Mohsin Naqvi came down heavily on the team management and the players, after their six-run loss to India on Sunday.

Why Akram will never coach Pakistan's cricket team

Why Akram will never coach Pakistan's cricket team

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

Fast bowling legend Wasim Akram said he has never considered coaching the Pakistan cricket team because of the criticism, abuse and hate that are directed at coaches and captains in the country.

Kuldeep reveals how Gambhir, Akram helped him...

Kuldeep reveals how Gambhir, Akram helped him...

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

Kuldeep Yadav said that Gautam Gambhir, who led KKR to two IPL titles in 2012 and 2014, gave him confidence by assuring him of a place in the team. The chinaman bowler also said former Pakistan captain Akram helped him more with the mental aspect of the game.

Wasim announces retirement

Wasim announces retirement

Rediff.com18 May 2003

The 36-year-old Pakistani left-arm fast bowler, currently playing for English county Hampshire, is the only cricketer in history to take 500 one-day international wickets.

India vs Pakistan important, but there are other teams also: Akram

India vs Pakistan important, but there are other teams also: Akram

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

Pakistan bowling great Wasim Akram on Sunday said the upcoming Asia Cup will test readiness of subcontinental bowlers for 50-overs cricket ahead of the ODI World Cup, but refused to pick any favourites for the tournament.

Wasim should coach in Pakistan: PCB

Wasim should coach in Pakistan: PCB

Rediff.com20 Nov 2003

'We feel his first priority should be given to Pakistan,' said PCB chief executive Ramiz Raja.

India's Nightmare Returns: Shaheen Afridi Is Back in Form

India's Nightmare Returns: Shaheen Afridi Is Back in Form

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Shaheen Afridi, who once tore through their batting lineup with ruthless efficiency, is showing signs of reclaiming his lethal edge just in time for the Asia Cup game against India on September 14.

PCB running Multan Sultans: A risk to PSL's credibility?

PCB running Multan Sultans: A risk to PSL's credibility?

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

This is the first time since the league was launched in 2016 that the board will be directly running a franchise, raising questions over this move which could endanger the reputation of the PSL as a brand.

Bumrah, Pant enter record books on Day 2 at Headingley

Bumrah, Pant enter record books on Day 2 at Headingley

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

He has taken nine five-wicket hauls in SENA conditions.

Junaid's success lies in Akram's advice

Junaid's success lies in Akram's advice

Rediff.com7 Jan 2013

The most impressive among the Pakistani pacers, who made life difficult for Indian batsmen, Junaid Khan revealed that the legendary Wasim Akram's inputs about the host batsmen's 'weaknesses' helped him get eight wickets in the just-concluded three-match ODI series.

Latif's ban harsh: Wasim

Latif's ban harsh: Wasim

Rediff.com15 Sep 2003

Man who fired at Akram tenders written apology

Man who fired at Akram tenders written apology

Rediff.com31 Aug 2015

Pakistan's former cricket captain Wasim Akram has received an unconditional apology from the retired military man who fired on his car during a road rage incident in Karachi earlier this month.

Pathan seeks Wasim's guidance

Pathan seeks Wasim's guidance

Rediff.com25 May 2005

Wasim Akram was impressed with Irfan Pathan after the left-arm seamer reportedly sought his advice ahead of his county debut in England

'Bumrah is one of a kind, should be well looked after'

'Bumrah is one of a kind, should be well looked after'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

As Jasprit Bumrah prepares for his return to the shortest format in national colours in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, scheduled from September 9 to 28 in the UAE, former Sri Lanka all-rounder Farveez Maharoof shared his thoughts on the pacer's recurring fitness issues and how the team management could effectively manage his workload.

Sachin must assess himself: Akram

Sachin must assess himself: Akram

Rediff.com12 Dec 2012

Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram feels since it might be difficult for the selectors to ask a player of Sachin Tendulkar's stature to retire, the senior batsman should himself take a call on his international career