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Misfiring Pakistan take on confident USA in their opener

Misfiring Pakistan take on confident USA in their opener

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

The run-up to the marquee event has been chaotic to say the least with change in captaincy, shuffling of the top-order and players coming out of retirement.

'Make Us Proud, Once Again'

'Make Us Proud, Once Again'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

Cricket fraternity hails Gautam Gambhir appointment

Mumbai man, who molested Zaira Wasim on board flight, arrested

Mumbai man, who molested Zaira Wasim on board flight, arrested

Rediff.com11 Dec 2017

The 39-year-old Vikas Sachdev kept nudging Zaira Wasim's shoulder and continued to move his foot up and down her back and neck during the two hour flight.

7 die of suffocation after fire at tailoring shop in Maha

7 die of suffocation after fire at tailoring shop in Maha

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

The blaze erupted at around 4 am in the shop located at Dana Bazar in Cantonment area of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.

Rohit's KKR Chit-Chat Fuels Speculation

Rohit's KKR Chit-Chat Fuels Speculation

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Rohit was spotted having a deep conversation with members of the KKR franchise in their dressing room.

Bishnoi, Goldie Brar gangs planned to use minors to kill Salman Khan: Police

Bishnoi, Goldie Brar gangs planned to use minors to kill Salman Khan: Police

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

The Navi Mumbai police uncovered a plot to kill the actor during their investigation disclosing a video call conversation between Lawrence Bishnoi gang member Ajay Kashyap and another accused.

Wasim Akram says life 'exemplary' on his 50th birthday

Wasim Akram says life 'exemplary' on his 50th birthday

Rediff.com3 Jun 2016

Legendary Pakistan paceman Wasim Akram marked his 50th birthday on Friday, saying life is "exemplary" and that his Australian wife told him the half-century "is the new 40". Regarded as one of the best left-arm pacemen ever to grace the game, Wasim -- who celebrated with family and friends -- said cricket had brought him great fame, adding: "1.5 billion people across the subcontinent and beyond love me". "My wife told me 50 is the new 40," he told AFP. "So it's enjoyable." Wasim, popularly dubbed the 'sultan of swing', lives in Karachi with his second wife, Shaniera, and is a renowned cricket expert on various television channels. He said cricket had transformed his life.

First Look: Wasim Akram returns

First Look: Wasim Akram returns

Rediff.com3 May 2005

Akram, arguably the greatest left-arm seamer ever, was joined by his father.

Pakistan recall fit-again Rauf for T20 World Cup

Pakistan recall fit-again Rauf for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Haris Rauf was named in Pakistan's 15-member squad, which will be led by star batter Babar Azam.

Wasim Akram's new wife learning Urdu

Wasim Akram's new wife learning Urdu

Rediff.com22 Aug 2013

Pakistani pace legend Wasim Akram has revealed that his newly-wedded Australian wife has converted to Islam and is learning Urdu.

PICS: Bumrah stars as India edge Pakistan in thriller

PICS: Bumrah stars as India edge Pakistan in thriller

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Images from the T20 World Cup Group A match between India and Pakistan in New York on Sunday.

Wasim Akram suspects conspiracy against Akmal

Wasim Akram suspects conspiracy against Akmal

Rediff.com5 Mar 2010

The match-fixing slur on Kamran Akmal and Rana Naved might just be a conspiracy to discredit them by none other than some of their own fellow players, feels former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram.

Raveena: Zaira Wasim could have quit gracefully

Raveena: Zaira Wasim could have quit gracefully

Rediff.com1 Jul 2019

'Doesn't matter if two film olds are ungrateful to the industry that have given them all. Just wish they'd exit gracefully and keep their regressive views to themselves.'

Wasim Jaffer's tryst with history

Wasim Jaffer's tryst with history

Rediff.com28 Jan 2013

The 34-year-old's strokeful 132 not only helped Mumbai take a vital first innings lead against Saurashtra in the final of the Ranji Trophy, which Mumbai won by an innings and 125 runs, at the Wankhede stadium, but also helped him break longstanding records.

India maintain top spot ahead of T20 World Cup

India maintain top spot ahead of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com29 May 2024

England captain Jos Buttler has inched up to seventh position, Jonny Bairstow is up eight places to 36th while Pakistan opener Fakhar Zaman has advanced from 57th to 51st.

Wasim Akram to coach Akshay Kumar?

Wasim Akram to coach Akshay Kumar?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2009

The former Pakistani cricketer may star in Akki-starrer Patiala House.

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.

T20 creates the perfect form of cricket: Usain Bolt

T20 creates the perfect form of cricket: Usain Bolt

Rediff.com15 May 2024

It comes as no surprise when the world's fastest man Usain Bolt says that the fastest form of cricket is his favourite one and feels more fans in the Caribbean and world over will choose the T20 format over Tests going forward.

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.

Aaqib Javed joins Sri Lankan coaching staff until T20 World Cup

Aaqib Javed joins Sri Lankan coaching staff until T20 World Cup

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

Sri Lanka on Saturday appointed former Pakistan pacer Aaqib Javed as their fast-bowling coach until the completion of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 in June.

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.

Controversial recall? Amir, Imad return to Pak squad

Controversial recall? Amir, Imad return to Pak squad

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

Amir, Imad recalled to Pakistan squad for NZ T20I series

Spotted: Wasim Akram at Adelaide Oval

Spotted: Wasim Akram at Adelaide Oval

Rediff.com31 Jan 2008

Reader Amith Uppal sent us this picture from Chennai.

Wasim, Shoaib slam Pakistan captain Sarfaraz

Wasim, Shoaib slam Pakistan captain Sarfaraz

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

Former captain Wasim Akram led Pakistan's cricket community in lambasting the team for "going down without a fight" against arch-rivals India.

Seat Sharing Dilemma For Maharashtra Assembly Polls

Seat Sharing Dilemma For Maharashtra Assembly Polls

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

In the coming assembly election, negotiations over seat-sharing will be as important as actual outreach to voters.

Pak cricketers unhappy with chief selector for not issuing NOCs

Pak cricketers unhappy with chief selector for not issuing NOCs

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

Several Pakistani cricketers are reportedly unhappy with PCB chief selector Wahab Riaz for delaying the issuance of NOCs to players.

Rohit captain; no Kohli in T20 WC Team of Tournament

Rohit captain; no Kohli in T20 WC Team of Tournament

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Rohit Sharma was named the captain of the T20 World Cup 2024 Team of the Tournament after leading India to their second T20 World Cup crown.

New faces in Pakistan squad for Australia Tests

New faces in Pakistan squad for Australia Tests

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

Saim Ayub and Khurram Shahzad received their debut call-ups to Pakistan's squad for the three-match Test series against Australia.

'Pant's jokes eased batting pressure', says Axar

'Pant's jokes eased batting pressure', says Axar

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

Chahal asked Axar about being promoted to number four in the batting order to which the bowling all-rounder said that things were made easy as Pant was joking around and having fun between the deliveries.

Spotted: Wasim Akram in England

Spotted: Wasim Akram in England

Rediff.com12 Mar 2010

Reader Chintan Goswami spotted former Pakistan all-rounder Wasim Akram in England.

Dangal actor Zaira Wasim molested on Mumbai-Delhi Vistara flight

Dangal actor Zaira Wasim molested on Mumbai-Delhi Vistara flight

Rediff.com10 Dec 2017

The Dangal actor alleged, in an Instagram video, that a middle-aged man sitting behind her on the flight tried to molest her.

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

Spotted: Wasim Akram in Bangalore

Spotted: Wasim Akram in Bangalore

Rediff.com11 May 2010

Reader Imran Khan met former Pakistani pacer Wasim Akram in Bangalore.

Haven't thought about quitting Pakistan captaincy: Babar Azam

Haven't thought about quitting Pakistan captaincy: Babar Azam

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam hasn't yet thought about quitting captaincy despite his team's group-stage exit from the T20 World Cup.

T20 WC: Afridi, Babar shine in Pak's face-saving win

T20 WC: Afridi, Babar shine in Pak's face-saving win

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

IMAGES from the T20 World Cup match played between Pakistan and Ireland in Lauderhill, USA on Sunday.

Younis calls Pakistan's loss to USA a 'Black Day'

Younis calls Pakistan's loss to USA a 'Black Day'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Former captain Younis Khan said Pakistan had made some tactical blunders when it mattered the most.

Will Pakistan survive in must-win clash vs Bangladesh?

Will Pakistan survive in must-win clash vs Bangladesh?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Pakistan expected to give all in must-win World Cup clash against Bangladesh

Spotted: Wasim Akram in Gurgaon

Spotted: Wasim Akram in Gurgaon

Rediff.com16 Oct 2009

Reader Zahid Khan spotted former Pakistan pace ace Wasim Akram in Gurgaon.

Rampant Australia wary of Scotland; Pakistan look to end on high

Rampant Australia wary of Scotland; Pakistan look to end on high

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

A washout in England-Namibia game in the same group will see Scotland go through.

Wasim Jaffer cracks ton

Wasim Jaffer cracks ton

Rediff.com7 Nov 2004

Wasim Jaffer hit a majestic century as Mumbai punished Railways' decision to bowl first on a dead track in the Ranji Trophy Elite 'A' season opener in New Delhi on Sunday.