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Zaka Ashraf resigns as PCB chief

Zaka Ashraf resigns as PCB chief

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

Ashraf announced his decision to step down after chairing a managing committee meeting in Lahore on Friday

Zaka Ashraf set to return as PCB chief

Zaka Ashraf set to return as PCB chief

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

PCB's interim chief Najam Sethi said he will not seek a permanent position in the PCB after pulling out of the race to be its next chairman.

Pakistan cricket chief Zaka Ashraf to attend ICC meeting, watch WC final

Pakistan cricket chief Zaka Ashraf to attend ICC meeting, watch WC final

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Pakistan Cricket Management Committee chairman Zaka Ashraf has landed in India to attend the ICC Executive Board meeting to be held in Ahmedabad on Saturday.

Pakistan PM dissolves PCB, sacks chairman Zaka Ashraf

Pakistan PM dissolves PCB, sacks chairman Zaka Ashraf

Rediff.com10 Feb 2014

The Pakistan government dismissed the country's cricket board on Monday and appointed an ad-hoc committee to run the sport. Following an order from Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, an 11-member committee will run cricket in the country, replacing the Zaka Ashraf-led Pakistan Cricket Board, of which Sharif is the chief patron.

BCCI congratulated and invited me to India: Zaka Ashraf

BCCI congratulated and invited me to India: Zaka Ashraf

Rediff.com29 Oct 2011

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Zaka Ashraf revealed that he has been invited by his counterpart in the Board of Control for Cricket in India to visit India and discuss cricket-related issues.

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.

PCB boss unhappy: What really happened in Pak vs India tie?

PCB boss unhappy: What really happened in Pak vs India tie?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

Zaka Ashraf back in Pakistan, discussing 'incidents' in India with senior board officials

World Cup: Ashraf to push for Pakistan's matches at neutral venues

World Cup: Ashraf to push for Pakistan's matches at neutral venues

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

PCB acting chairman Zaka Ashraf will push for the country's ODI World Cup matches at neutral venues at the ICC meetings in Durban this week.

Uproar Over PCB's 'Dushman' Remark

Uproar Over PCB's 'Dushman' Remark

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

'My aim was to keep the players' morale high when they go to dushman mulk.'

PCB chief Ashraf sacked

PCB chief Ashraf sacked

Rediff.com10 Feb 2014

In another stunning twist in the saga of Pakistan's cricket administration, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif sacked Zaka Ashraf as the Chairman of the PCB and suspended the Governing board with immediate effect.

Zaka awaits Pak govt approval for India trip

Zaka awaits Pak govt approval for India trip

Rediff.com5 Dec 2011

The Pakistan government has still not given approval to PCB Chairman Zaka Ashraf's planned India trip for holding talks with BCCI officials to restore bilateral cricket ties between the two countries.

BCCI-PCB back on collision course! Ashraf rejects 'hybrid model'

BCCI-PCB back on collision course! Ashraf rejects 'hybrid model'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

The likely new chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Zaka Ashraf has rejected his predecessor Najam Sethi's much-publicised "hybrid model" for the upcoming Asia Cup.

Ashraf says he's vindicated after being reinstated as PCB chief

Ashraf says he's vindicated after being reinstated as PCB chief

Rediff.com15 Jan 2014

Pakistan cricket fell fall into further chaos on Wednesday after a two-member divisional bench of the Islamabad high court restored Zaka Ashraf as chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board.

Banker Ashraf is new PCB chairman

Banker Ashraf is new PCB chairman

Rediff.com11 Oct 2011

The Pakistan government on Tuesday did not retain Ijaz Butt as chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board, and appointed Zaka Ashraf.

'Babar said if he can't captain in all formats he doesn't want to be captain'

'Babar said if he can't captain in all formats he doesn't want to be captain'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

Former Pakistan Cricket Board chief Zaka Ashraf has defended his decision to remove Babar Azam as captain following the team's disappointing ODI World Cup campaign in India.

Psychologist will help deal with pressure of visiting India: PCB official

Psychologist will help deal with pressure of visiting India: PCB official

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

Ahead of the ICC World Cup 2023, the PCB is exploring the possibility of sending a psychologist with the squad to India to cope with the pressures of the high-profile tournament.

PCB chief Ashraf satisfied with security arrangements

PCB chief Ashraf satisfied with security arrangements

Rediff.com7 Dec 2012

Satisfied by the security arrangements being put in place for the Pakistan cricket team in India, PCB Chairman Zaka Ashraf said the much-anticipated series this month would also help improve the bilateral ties between the two countries.

Islamabad High Court suspends Ashraf as PCB chief

Islamabad High Court suspends Ashraf as PCB chief

Rediff.com29 May 2013

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Zaka Ashraf was suspended by the Islamabad High Court on Tuesday over what it described as the 'polluted' process to elect him to the post.

New PCB chairman Ashraf to take charge on Friday

New PCB chairman Ashraf to take charge on Friday

Rediff.com27 Oct 2011

Newly-appointed Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) chairman Zaka Ashraf will formally assume office on Friday.

Resumption of cricket ties will take time: Ashraf

Resumption of cricket ties will take time: Ashraf

Rediff.com25 Dec 2011

The chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board, Zaka Ashraf, on Sunday, said that resumption of bilateral ties with neighbours India will take some time.

No official notification on Ashraf as PCB chief yet

No official notification on Ashraf as PCB chief yet

Rediff.com13 Oct 2011

Controversy is brewing over Zaka Ashraf taking over the Pakistan Cricket Board's chairmanship as legal and constitutional issues have prevented the government from issuing an official notification confirming his appointment.

Challenge the 5-year ban, Ashraf tells Aamir

Challenge the 5-year ban, Ashraf tells Aamir

Rediff.com24 Mar 2012

PCB Chairman Zaka Ashraf suggested disgraced fast bowler Mohammed Aamir to challenge the "harsh" five-year ban imposed on him by the ICC for his role in spot-fixing.

Ashraf promises 'good news' on Indo-Pak cricket ties

Ashraf promises 'good news' on Indo-Pak cricket ties

Rediff.com6 Jun 2012

PCB Chairman Zaka Ashraf says with people on both sides of border keen on restoration of Indo-Pak cricket ties, 'good news' would soon come on the issue.

Will Jay Shah travel to Pakistan for Asia Cup?

Will Jay Shah travel to Pakistan for Asia Cup?

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

PCB invites Jay Shah to Pakistan to watch opening match of Asia Cup

Who is responsible for the mess in Pakistan cricket?

Who is responsible for the mess in Pakistan cricket?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

Inzamam ul Haq blames ousted PCB Interim Committee chairman Zaka Ashraf for mess in Pakistan cricket

Wahab was picked only after clearance from ICC: Ashraf

Wahab was picked only after clearance from ICC: Ashraf

Rediff.com31 Dec 2011

The Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Zaka Ashraf has admitted that left arm pacer Wahab Riaz was selected in the national team for the upcoming England series only after clearance from the ICC.

'No differences between Babar and Shaheen'

'No differences between Babar and Shaheen'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Former Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Zaka Ashraf denied any groupings in the dressing room.

Hosting rights secured for Champions Trophy 2025: Will India play in Pakistan?

Hosting rights secured for Champions Trophy 2025: Will India play in Pakistan?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

PCB says it has signed hosting rights agreement of 2025 Champions Trophy with ICC

It's my top priority to stop bookies and match-fixers: Ashraf

It's my top priority to stop bookies and match-fixers: Ashraf

Rediff.com13 Oct 2011

Newly-appointed PCB Chairman Zaka Ashraf said improving Pakistan cricket's image, which has taken a beating due to allegations of match-fixing, is his top priority.

Ashraf set to step down as PCB chief?

Ashraf set to step down as PCB chief?

Rediff.com13 Jun 2013

Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Zaka Ashraf might step down or could be told by President Asif Zardari to resign in the next few days following the dismal show of the team in the ongoing Champions Trophy.

Champions Trophy: Defeating India is Pakistan's 'real task'

Champions Trophy: Defeating India is Pakistan's 'real task'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi says the selection committee "will review" the national squad picked for the Champions Trophy even as he defended the controversial selections of batter Khushdil Shah and all-rounder Faheem Ashraf.

Babar Azam faces dilemma: To step down or not?

Babar Azam faces dilemma: To step down or not?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

Teammates have advised Babar Azam not to step down: PCB sources

PCB's search continues; Langer, Kirsten in Pakistan's radar

PCB's search continues; Langer, Kirsten in Pakistan's radar

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

After Shane Watson turned down the offer, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is in contact with several foreign coaches, including Justin Langer and Gary Kirsten, to work with the national team as head coach on a long-term contract.

'Pakistan hungry for Asia Cup and World Cup glory'

'Pakistan hungry for Asia Cup and World Cup glory'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

Every player in this team is hungry for success: Babar Azam

Pak govt withdraws appeal against court order on Ashraf

Pak govt withdraws appeal against court order on Ashraf

Rediff.com31 Jan 2014

The government of Pakistan, on Friday, withdrew its appeal filed against the Islamabad High Court's decision to reinstate Zaka Ashraf as the Chairman of the Cricket Board.

'Shaheen's future as Pakistan skipper to be taken after national camp'

'Shaheen's future as Pakistan skipper to be taken after national camp'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2024

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi has indicated that a decision on Shaheen Shah Afridi's future as captain of the T20 team will be taken after the upcoming national camp in Kakul.

PCB chief gives pep talk to Pakistan team ahead of India clash

PCB chief gives pep talk to Pakistan team ahead of India clash

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Zaka Ashraf on Friday gave a pep talk to the Pakistan cricket team ahead of its much-anticipated World Cup match against arch-rivals India in Ahmedabad on Saturday.

PCB chief discusses visa delays for Pak media and fans with Foreign Secretary

PCB chief discusses visa delays for Pak media and fans with Foreign Secretary

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

PCB chairman Zaka Ashraf on Monday met Foreign Secretary Syrus Sajjad Qazi to discuss the delay in visa issuance to Pakistani fans and journalists for the ongoing World Cup in India.

Asia Cup: Pakistan wants to host more matches now?

Asia Cup: Pakistan wants to host more matches now?

Rediff.com15 Jul 2023

The PCB will try to get more matches of the Asia Cup to be staged in Pakistan when the ACC board meets in Dubai on Sunday.

BCCI bigwigs land in Pakistan for Asia Cup

BCCI bigwigs land in Pakistan for Asia Cup

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

This is purely cricketing invitation and shouldn't be mixed with politics: BCCI VP Shukla on Pakistan visit