News for 'Wasim Akram'

Playing all formats will become tough, says De Kock

Playing all formats will become tough, says De Kock

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

Quinton de Kock says it will become difficult for players to participate in all three formats

Dhoni leads star-studded IPL dream team: Who made the cut?

Dhoni leads star-studded IPL dream team: Who made the cut?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2024

Dhoni picked as skipper of IPL's all-time greatest team

Pakistan PM Khan leads praise after team's World Cup loss

Pakistan PM Khan leads praise after team's World Cup loss

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

Pakistan's former cricket star prime minister, Imran Khan, offered consolation after Babar Azam's high-flying side suffered an exit from the Twenty20 World Cup with a heart-breaking defeat to Australia in the semi-finals.

The King of Speed joins the 400 Club

The King of Speed joins the 400 Club

Rediff.com3 Aug 2015

80 Tests and 16,634 deliveries -- the least by any bowler in the 400 Test wicket Club -- took him to the cherished landmark.

#BabyMirzaMalik: 'Something beautiful and positive has simultaneously blessed Pakistan and India'

#BabyMirzaMalik: 'Something beautiful and positive has simultaneously blessed Pakistan and India'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2018

Celebrities and sports stars took to social media to wish the new parents.

4 arrested for 'shouting' pro-IS slogans at rally in Rajasthan

4 arrested for 'shouting' pro-IS slogans at rally in Rajasthan

Rediff.com13 Dec 2015

Four persons were arrested for allegedly shouting pro-Islamic State slogans at a rally in Rajasthan's Tonk district, the police said on Sunday.

Kumble takes 350 Test wickets

Kumble takes 350 Test wickets

Rediff.com10 Oct 2003

He is the 14th player in history and only the second Indian to reach the milestone.

WTC Final: 'Australia favourites on paper but India have the edge'

WTC Final: 'Australia favourites on paper but India have the edge'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2023

The Australian team on paper holds slight advantage on a bouncy track at The Oval but both Ravi Shastri and Ricky Ponting believe that the Indians are better prepared.

'Shami's run-up a problem, Bumrah needs to play county'

'Shami's run-up a problem, Bumrah needs to play county'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2018

Akram explained that Shami's erratic strides at times hinder his consistency level.

Record Galore For Five-Star Ashwin!

Record Galore For Five-Star Ashwin!

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

The opening day of the first Test between India and West Indies belonged to senior Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin.

Waqar Younis inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame

Waqar Younis inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame

Rediff.com12 Dec 2013

Former Pakistan captain Waqar Younis was inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame before the start of the first Twenty20 International between Pakistan and Sri Lanka at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai Sports City.

Akhtar no more a match winner: Akram

Akhtar no more a match winner: Akram

Rediff.com23 Jan 2005

The former Pakistan captain said Shoaib Akhtar must get his priorities right if he is to make the transition from being just a fast bowler to a great bowler.

Will These Young 'Uns Shine On Saturday?

Will These Young 'Uns Shine On Saturday?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

The emergence of these young talents from India and Pakistan presents an exciting glimpse into the future of the subcontinent's cricket.

The good life of Shane Warne

The good life of Shane Warne

Rediff.com22 Jul 2015

The cricketer-turned-commentator Shane Warne knows how to live life to the fullest.

'MCL has all ingredients to be a successful tournament'

'MCL has all ingredients to be a successful tournament'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2015

Jacques Kallis is excited to be a part of the newly-launched Masters Champions League (MCL) as he feels that it has 'all ingredients' to become successful.

'Our prayers with Imran bhai'

'Our prayers with Imran bhai'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

Former leg-spinner Mushtaq Ahmed wished Khan "a long and healthy life".

Kohli or Tendulkar: Who Reigns Supreme in ODIs?

Kohli or Tendulkar: Who Reigns Supreme in ODIs?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

While others have faded somewhat recently, Kohli has been burning brightly, and pulling ahead of his peers.

Akram denies getting coaching offer

Akram denies getting coaching offer

Rediff.com20 Nov 2003

World record 36 sixes hit during Vizag Test!

World record 36 sixes hit during Vizag Test!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2019

The first Test match between India and South Africa in Visakhapatnam created a new world record for the most number of sixes hit in a Test match.

India receive flak for 'timid' batting approach

India receive flak for 'timid' batting approach

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

'Unfortunately for India, Rahul and Rohit could not find form in the big games, putting pressure on Virat and Suryakumar, who both can't perform game after game.'

ICC plays down threat to one-day format

ICC plays down threat to one-day format

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

Allardice conceded some members put "particular attention on their domestic leagues" but insisted their commitment to international and bilateral cricket was "as strong as it's ever been".

Remember November 15, Sachin?

Remember November 15, Sachin?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

Facing a side with some of the toughest bowlers of that era -- Abdul Qadir, Wasim Akram, Imran Khan and fellow debutant Waqar Younis -- the teenager from Bombay could score only 15 off 24 balls with two fours.

Ind vs Pak: Former players question contentious no ball call

Ind vs Pak: Former players question contentious no ball call

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

There was a lot of noise over social media platforms over the last-over waist-high no ball.

Tendulkar shares tips on how to tackle Shaheen Afridi

Tendulkar shares tips on how to tackle Shaheen Afridi

Rediff.com22 Oct 2022

Indian batters need to try and play him 'straight'

How dominant India outplayed England to take 2-1 series lead

How dominant India outplayed England to take 2-1 series lead

Rediff.com18 Feb 2024

India set England a huge target and then skittled the tourists out for 122 to romp to a 434-run victory in the third Test and go 2-1 up in the five-match series on Sunday.

Why Shoaib Akhtar rates this batsman above Tendulkar, Lara

Why Shoaib Akhtar rates this batsman above Tendulkar, Lara

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

Former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar has named the best ever batsman he ever bowled in a chat show 'The Sportsman' with former captain Wasim Akram. Shoaib, one of the fastest bowlers to have ever played the game, says his former teammate and captain Inzamam-ul-Haq played him better than any other batsman he bowled to during his career.

PCA removes Pakistani cricketers' photos after Pulwama attack

PCA removes Pakistani cricketers' photos after Pulwama attack

Rediff.com17 Feb 2019

Pakistani cricketers whose photographs have been removed from the PCA include that of present Prime Minister Imran Khan.

I Idolise Dhoni, says Pak keeper Sarfraz

I Idolise Dhoni, says Pak keeper Sarfraz

Rediff.com13 Mar 2016

He idolises Mahendra Singh Dhoni as a cricketer and Pakistani wicketkeeper batsman Sarfraz Ahmed on Sunday said he would love to play the role of a finisher like the celebrated Indian skipper. "I follow him a lot. The way he's making a difference with wicket-keeping and batting, I try to learn a lot from him. He's a very good cricketer for India, and I idolise him. Hope I too will be able to finish the match like him," Sarfraz said in an Open Media Session. Having impressed both with the bat and as a wicketkeeper, Sarfraz wants to be an utility player like the star Indian skipper. "It's great to be here. About my batting order, I play according to my team's need, be it up or lower down the order. I've been doing well," said the Pakistani U-19 World Cup winning skipper. However, Sarfraz rued their forgettable outing at Asia Cup but said they've plugged the loopholes and hoped to make an impact in the World Twenty20. "The condition was difficult in Bangladesh. Every team faced the situation in initial six overs. We have sorted this out. The condition will be similar to Pakistan here. Hope we will do well here," he said.

Arjun Tendulkar named in Mumbai Under-16 team

Arjun Tendulkar named in Mumbai Under-16 team

Rediff.com27 Nov 2015

Arjun Tendulkar, son of Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar, has been selected for the Mumbai under-16 Vijay Merchant Trophy team after an all-round show in the Mumbai Cricket Association's Under-16 Payyade Trophy.

Indo-Pak bilateral series won't be possible in Dec, says Rameez

Indo-Pak bilateral series won't be possible in Dec, says Rameez

Rediff.com8 Sep 2015

Former Pakistan captain Rameez Raja feels the bilateral series with India would not be possible in December and said in these circumstances PCB should try to host the Pakistan Super League on schedule.

No ball-tampering. Warne's suggestions to help ball swing

No ball-tampering. Warne's suggestions to help ball swing

Rediff.com5 May 2020

A weighted ball would also pre-empt any ball-tampering, Warne said.

All Stars: Sachin's Blasters lose to Warne's Warriors in Game 1

All Stars: Sachin's Blasters lose to Warne's Warriors in Game 1

Rediff.com8 Nov 2015

Opener Virender Sehwag blasted a quickfire half-century but Sachin's Blasters went down to Warne Warriors by six wickets in Game 1 of the Cricket All Stars T20 Series at Citi Field in New York, on Saturday.

DK named in star-studded commentary panel for 'The Hundred'

DK named in star-studded commentary panel for 'The Hundred'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

Presenters Andrew Flintoff, Kass Naidoo, Zainab Abbas, and Jacqueline Shepherd will lead the coverage. They will be joined by cricketing stars from around the world, including Dinesh Karthik, Stuart Broad

PHOTOS: Records tumble as Maxwell puts on Big show in Delhi

PHOTOS: Records tumble as Maxwell puts on Big show in Delhi

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Here are a slew of records that were scripted on Wednesday...

Tendulkar credits IPL for developing India's bench strength

Tendulkar credits IPL for developing India's bench strength

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

Batting great Sachin Tendulkar on Friday credited the Indian Premier League for helping develop India's bench strength, saying the current lot has benefitted by constantly playing against world-class performers in the T20 league.

Who's the most successful World Cup captain?

Who's the most successful World Cup captain?

Rediff.com31 May 2019

Rajneesh Gupta highlights all the important numbers from cricket World Cups held between 1975 to 2015.

Gambhir hails India's 'greatest match-winner'

Gambhir hails India's 'greatest match-winner'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2021

On the 22nd anniversary of Anil Kumble's 10-wicket haul in a single Test innings, Gautam Gambhir labels the former leg spinner the "greatest match-winner" India ever had.

'Javagal Srinath didn't get the credit he deserved'

'Javagal Srinath didn't get the credit he deserved'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2020

Javagal Srinath played 67 Tests and 229 ODIs between 1991 and 2003, taking 236 and 315 wickets respectively. South African seamer Shaun Pollock believes the Indian never got the credit he deserved.