News for 'Wasim'

'Pakistan Has Come A Long Way Since March 3, 2009'

'Pakistan Has Come A Long Way Since March 3, 2009'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

'International cricket is incomplete without Pakistan.'

Is Aamir Making Dangal 2 With Vinesh Phogat?

Is Aamir Making Dangal 2 With Vinesh Phogat?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

A viral photograph of Aamir Khan speaking to wrestler Vinesh Phogat over a video call has led to speculation that he is all set to make Dangal 2.

Sambhal MP fined Rs 1.91 crore for 'power theft', supply cut

Sambhal MP fined Rs 1.91 crore for 'power theft', supply cut

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Electricity Department has imposed a fine of Rs 1.91 crore on Lok Sabha MP from Sambhal Zia Ur Rehman and also disconnected the electricity supply to his residence for alleged power theft at his residence, an official said on Friday.

Yuvraj's backing, Lara's advice: The rise of Abhishek Sharma

Yuvraj's backing, Lara's advice: The rise of Abhishek Sharma

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

At just 24, Abhishek Sharma has begun rewriting records that took years for others to set.

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.

National Games: Uttarakhand hockey teams knocked out

National Games: Uttarakhand hockey teams knocked out

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

Karnataka to face Services in men's doubles tennis final

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.

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.'

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 England

Spotted: Wasim Akram in England

Rediff.com12 Mar 2010

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

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.

Shoaib should have been picked: Wasim

Shoaib should have been picked: Wasim

Rediff.com7 May 2005

Wasim Akram came out in support of Shoaib Akhtar saying that the team would struggle against him in the West Indies.

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.

Spotted: Wasim Akram in Melbourne

Spotted: Wasim Akram in Melbourne

Rediff.com28 Dec 2009

Reader M Prasad spotted the former Pakistan bowling ace in Melbourne.

Awkward Bumrah is 'The Terminator'

Awkward Bumrah is 'The Terminator'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

Former Pakistan skipper Wasim Akram explained how Bumrah's release point is at least a foot closer to the batters than any other bowler, making it that much difficult to pick the length.

Wasim Akram, in numbers

Wasim Akram, in numbers

Rediff.com20 May 2003

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.

Students stage protest demanding removal of mosque from UP college

Students stage protest demanding removal of mosque from UP college

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

Students at Udai Pratap College in Varanasi, India, protested demanding the removal of a mosque located on the campus. The protest came after tensions arose when a section of students recited Hanuman Chalisa near the mosque while prayers were being offered. The college administration has denied claims by the Uttar Pradesh Sunni Central Waqf Board that the mosque and surrounding land are Waqf property, stating that the mosque was built illegally. The college administration has also accused the mosque of stealing electricity.

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.

Bumrah alone stands between Australia and glory

Bumrah alone stands between Australia and glory

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Jasprit Bumrah embodies the qualities of pace legends such as Dennis Lillee, Andy Roberts and Richard Hadlee

Why Team India needs Wasim Jaffer

Why Team India needs Wasim Jaffer

Rediff.com20 Feb 2013

Sachin Tendulkar may not be able for all the overseas Tests scheduled for the next couple of years. M S Dhoni has hinted giving up the Test format. Virender Sehwag's future hangs by a thread; Gautam Gambhir is already out. Which is why, says Faisal Shariff, India will need players like Wasim Jaffer.

Why Team India needs Wasim Jaffer

Why Team India needs Wasim Jaffer

Rediff.com20 Feb 2013

Why Wasn't Arshdeep Picked For Australia?

Why Wasn't Arshdeep Picked For Australia?

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Having a left-arm quick of Singh's calibre gives the bowling attack the much-needed heft and variety. It's like having another bow in Team India's quiver, notes Vishal Menon.

Sachin Tendulkar inspires new generation of American cricketers

Sachin Tendulkar inspires new generation of American cricketers

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Legendary Sachin Tendulkar, presented the Championship trophy to the victorious Chicago Cricket Club as the National Cricket Championship ended on a memorable note.

Big boost for US cricket: Tendulkar joins NCL ownership

Big boost for US cricket: Tendulkar joins NCL ownership

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

Sachin Tendulkar has joined America's National Cricket League (NCL) ownership group, a move that is expected to give a big boost to the sport in the United States.

Buttler guides England to 23-run victory over Pakistan

Buttler guides England to 23-run victory over Pakistan

Rediff.com25 May 2024

Pakistan lost Mohammad Rizwan for a duck in the first over when Moeen Ali had him caught and his opening partner Saim Ayub holed out in the deep to leave the tourists reeling at 14-2.

Spotted: Wasim Jaffer in Bradford

Spotted: Wasim Jaffer in Bradford

Rediff.com30 Nov 2007

Reader Umesh Babu sent us a photograph with Indian opener Wasim Jaffer.

Spotted: Wasim Akram in KL

Spotted: Wasim Akram in KL

Rediff.com26 Oct 2007

Reader MSC Srikanth sent us this picture from Kuala Lumpur.

PCB Central Contract changes: Afridi demoted, seniors excluded

PCB Central Contract changes: Afridi demoted, seniors excluded

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Sunday demoted premier pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi to Category B from Category A, and did not offer central contracts to senior players Fakhar Zaman, Iftikhar Ahmed and Osama Mir for the 2024-25 season.

Spotted: Wasim Akram at Salaam-e-Sonu

Spotted: Wasim Akram at Salaam-e-Sonu

Rediff.com19 Jun 2007

Reader Ankit Gupta sent us this picture.

Pant will be an all-time great in Tests: Ganguly

Pant will be an all-time great in Tests: Ganguly

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

Sourav Ganguly believes Rishabh Pant is on course to become an all-time great in Test cricket.

Spotted: Wasim Jaffer at Mahim

Spotted: Wasim Jaffer at Mahim

Rediff.com8 May 2007

Reader Azeem Inamdar sent us this picture from Mahim, Mumbai.

Man held for plotting to kill Salman, was in touch with Pak handler

Man held for plotting to kill Salman, was in touch with Pak handler

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

The Navi Mumbai police have apprehended an accused wanted in connection with an alleged plot to kill Bollywood actor Salman Khan, an official said.

'We Were Remembering Old Times'

'We Were Remembering Old Times'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

'We played since childhood in U-15, U-17. It felt like we carried on from where we left off.'

No rift between Babar and Afridi, says Azhar Mahmood

No rift between Babar and Afridi, says Azhar Mahmood

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

It is often speculated that Pakistan team has two factions -- one led by skipper Babar Azam, while the other group is under Shaheen Shah Afridi's control.

Why Do Bowlers Rarely Become Captains?

Why Do Bowlers Rarely Become Captains?

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

One of the reasons why bowlers are rarely considered captains is because they are more susceptible to injuries than batters, argues Vishal Menon.

Demoralised Pakistan eye big win against Canada to stay alive

Demoralised Pakistan eye big win against Canada to stay alive

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Pakistan's Super 8 qualification chance hinges on winning big in their last two games against Canada and Ireland.

Australians 'clueless' on how to play Ajmal: Wasim Akram

Australians 'clueless' on how to play Ajmal: Wasim Akram

Rediff.com3 Sep 2012

Pakistan's former captain Wasim Akram feels that the Australian team has no clue how to play spinner Saeed Ajmal.