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Asif's hearing in London on Jan 24

Asif's hearing in London on Jan 24

Rediff.com17 Dec 2008

Disgraced Pakistan pacer Mohammad Asif's request to conduct his drugs inquiry tribunal hearing held at a neutral venue has been accepted by the Indian Premier League (IPL) and it will now be held in London on January 24.

Zardari elected as Pakistan President for a historic 2nd term

Zardari elected as Pakistan President for a historic 2nd term

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

Asif Ali Zardari was overwhelmingly elected as the 14th President of Pakistan on Saturday, becoming the only civilian President of the coup-prone country for a second time.

Complaint against Sheikh Hasina for genocide during students' stir

Complaint against Sheikh Hasina for genocide during students' stir

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

Stating that an investigation team will work under the full supervision of the United Nations to ensure complete transparency and impartiality, he said, "None of the outgoing government involved in the murder will be exempted."

Asif confident of playing in WC despite suspension

Asif confident of playing in WC despite suspension

Rediff.com27 Oct 2010

Pakistan's controversial fast bowler Muhammad Asif is confident of playing in the 2011 World Cup despite the pending allegations of spot-fixing and the International Cricket Council's suspension.

Asif set to miss India Test series

Asif set to miss India Test series

Rediff.com15 Nov 2007

The Pakistan pacer is set to miss the upcoming three-Test series against India after failing to recover from his elbow injury.

Veena gives proof of Asif's 'fixing' links to ICC

Veena gives proof of Asif's 'fixing' links to ICC

Rediff.com2 Sep 2010

Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Asif's ex-girlfriend, actress-model Veena Malik, has handed over "proof" of his alleged links with Indian bookies to an official of the ICC's Anti-Corruption Unit.

Asif joins Butt, Amir in appealing to CAS

Asif joins Butt, Amir in appealing to CAS

Rediff.com2 Mar 2011

Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Asif has joined Salman Butt and Mohammad Amir in filing an appeal against his ban with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in Switzerland.

Akhtar, Asif test positive again?

Akhtar, Asif test positive again?

Rediff.com13 Feb 2007

Pakistani pacers Shoaib Akhtar and Mohammed Asif reportedly tested positive for a banned substance again in a secret dope test conducted by the Pakistan Cricket Board.

Asif Ibrahim as IB chief: Reading between the lines

Asif Ibrahim as IB chief: Reading between the lines

Rediff.com26 Nov 2012

Asif Ibrahim's appointment as Director of India's Intelligence Bureau has stirred considerable interest. Observers believe the UPA government has chosen the new heads of the IB, the Research and Analysis Wing and the Central Bureau of Investigation, keeping in mind the next Lok Sabha election, reports Sheela Bhatt.

Asif to rest ahead of India tour

Asif to rest ahead of India tour

Rediff.com24 Oct 2007

Mohammad Asif may miss the last two ODIs against South Africa to be in prime shape for the tour to India.

37 killed in 2 deadly attacks in Pakistan's Balochistan

37 killed in 2 deadly attacks in Pakistan's Balochistan

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The dead were identified as belonging to Punjab province. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack so far.

Asif in doubt for Twenty20 semis

Asif in doubt for Twenty20 semis

Rediff.com21 Sep 2007

The Pakistani paceman could miss the semi-final against New Zealand due to a elbow injury.

Pakistan's new President Zardari to forgo salary, here's why

Pakistan's new President Zardari to forgo salary, here's why

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Pakistan's newly-elected President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday announced that he would not draw any salary during his tenure as part of his bid to help the cash-strapped country face the challenging economic hardship.

Shoaib, Asif banned for doping

Shoaib, Asif banned for doping

Rediff.com1 Nov 2006

PCB banned Shoaib Akhtar for two years and fellow fast bowler Mohammad Asif for one year.

Asif fails to get PCB nod for Notts stint

Asif fails to get PCB nod for Notts stint

Rediff.com21 Apr 2010

The Pakistan Cricket Board has stopped pacer Mohammad Asif from signing up for a short stint with English county Nottinghamshire, telling him to focus on national assignments instead. PCB sources said Asif had approached chairman Ejaz Butt for permission to sign the contract but was told to focus on his career with Pakistan.

PCB gags Shoaib and Asif

PCB gags Shoaib and Asif

Rediff.com19 Oct 2006

Both players have been told to stop talking to the media before their appearance next week at a doping tribunal.

Was it right to exonerate Shoaib, Asif?

Was it right to exonerate Shoaib, Asif?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2006

Did the players get away too easy, or is this a fair decision?

When Hindus, Muslims came together to save Dhaka's ancient temple

When Hindus, Muslims came together to save Dhaka's ancient temple

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

On August 13, Muhammad Yunus visited the Dhakeswari Temple and reached out to the distressed Hindu community members in the wake of attacks on the minority communities.

Is the ban on Akhtar, Asif justified?

Is the ban on Akhtar, Asif justified?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2006

Message board on the ban on Shoaib Akhtar and mohammad Akthar.

Butt, Asif beg for second chance after domestic return

Butt, Asif beg for second chance after domestic return

Rediff.com10 Jan 2016

Pakistan cricket's tainted duo Salman Butt and Mohammed Asif started their journey on the road to redemption with both the convicted spot-fixers making a successful return to competitive cricket during the National One-Day Competition, in Hyderabad (Sind). Having served a prison sentence and a subsequent ban, it was the duo's first match in five years and four months since they were caught for spot-fixing during the 2010 series against England. Former national captain Butt scored an attractive 135 while swing bowler Asif looked in good rhythm taking 2/23 in 6 overs with their team Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) defeating FATA region in a match played at Hyderabad (Sind).

Audit of Trump's $33 billion aid figure will reveal who is deceiving: Asif

Audit of Trump's $33 billion aid figure will reveal who is deceiving: Asif

Rediff.com2 Jan 2018

Pakistan's Foreign Minister Khawaja Asif in a tweet said that Trump could hire a US-based audit firm "on our expense" to verify the $33 billion aid figure and "let the world know who is lying and deceiving".

Asif criticises ICC over ban as CAS hearing nears

Asif criticises ICC over ban as CAS hearing nears

Rediff.com30 Oct 2012

Pakistan's banned pace bowler Mohammad Asif has criticised the International Cricket Council (ICC) over his spot-fix suspension and has pleaded his innocence ahead of an appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).

Spot-fixing is a closed chapter in my life: Asif

Spot-fixing is a closed chapter in my life: Asif

Rediff.com5 May 2012

Banned Pakistan pacer Mohammed Asif believes that with the completion of his jail sentence for spot-fixing, one of the most difficult phases of his life has hopefully come to an end.

Asif returns to Pakistan Test side after two years

Asif returns to Pakistan Test side after two years

Rediff.com23 Nov 2009

Dope-tainted pacer Mohammad Asif and opening batsman Imran Farhat will return to the Pakistan Test side after over two years in the first Test against New Zealand starting on Tuesday in Dunedin.

Mohammad Asif gets pay boost

Mohammad Asif gets pay boost

Rediff.com14 Apr 2006

The Pakistan pace sensation has been given a pay raise after his impressive performances against India and Sri Lanka.

Asif justifies McGrath comparison

Asif justifies McGrath comparison

Rediff.com18 Aug 2006

Asif wrecks England first innings

Asif wrecks England first innings

Rediff.com18 Aug 2006

Mohammad Asif took four wickets as England slumped from 54 for 1 to 173 all out after being put in by Pakistan in he fourth Test.

Yunus reaches out to Bangladeshi Hindus, assures action

Yunus reaches out to Bangladeshi Hindus, assures action

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

Muhammad Yunus urged the people to "exercise patience" before judging his government's role.

Bilal Asif claims five wkts as Pakistan crush Zimbabwe

Bilal Asif claims five wkts as Pakistan crush Zimbabwe

Rediff.com5 Oct 2015

Bilal Asif took five wickets and made a handy contribution with the bat as Pakistan cruised to a seven-wicket victory over Zimbabwe to complete a 2-1 series win on Monday.

Mohammad Asif ruled out of first Test

Mohammad Asif ruled out of first Test

Rediff.com13 Jul 2006

The Pakistani pacer joins Shoaib Akhtar and Rana Naved-ul-Hasan on the sidelines.

Pakistan yet to decide on playing Asif in CT

Pakistan yet to decide on playing Asif in CT

Rediff.com22 Sep 2009

Disgraced pace bowler Mohammed Asif on Tuesday, completed a 12-month ban, which was imposed on him for failing a dope-test during inaugural Indian Premier League (IPL), but Pakistan team management is yet to decide about playing him in the Champions Trophy.

Butt, Asif appear before court for spot-fixing trial

Butt, Asif appear before court for spot-fixing trial

Rediff.com4 Oct 2011

Banned Pakistani cricketers Salman Butt and Mohammad Asif, on Tuesday, appeared at a local court in London, as their trial on charges relating to spot-fixing during a Test match against England last year began more than a year after the scandal rocked world cricket.

Asif Zardari freed on bail

Asif Zardari freed on bail

Rediff.com22 Nov 2004

The husband of former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto was freed Monday amidst rumours of a deal with the Army regime.

Yunus takes oath as head of interim B'desh; says will rein in conspirators

Yunus takes oath as head of interim B'desh; says will rein in conspirators

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Yunus, 84, was administered the oath of office by President Mohammed Shahabuddin at a ceremony at the presidential palace 'Bangabhaban'.

First Look: Asif Ali and Sunny Wayne with Andrea

First Look: Asif Ali and Sunny Wayne with Andrea

Rediff.com19 Nov 2013

Debutant director Ajith Pillai directs a Malayalam thriller Mosayile Kuthirameenukal.

Asif, Kaneria rip through New Zealand

Asif, Kaneria rip through New Zealand

Rediff.com4 Dec 2009

Pakistan took control of the second Test against New Zealand with a 229-run lead over the hosts at the end of Day 2. Replying to the tourists' 264 in the first innings, New Zealand crashed to 99. Pakistan were 64 for 2 in the second essay.

Verdict in Asif case likely in 10-12 days

Verdict in Asif case likely in 10-12 days

Rediff.com15 Jun 2008

The Attorney General in Dubai took up the Mohammad Asif detention case on Sunday but Pakistan embassy officials do not see a verdict coming in the next 10 to 12 days. An official in the Pakistan embassy in Dubai said the Attorney General went through the medical reports of Asif and the report of the public prosecutor on the case on Sunday.

''Baloch Are Humiliated As Indian Agents'

''Baloch Are Humiliated As Indian Agents'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

'It has been 14 years since I began living in exile and it's shocking that the situation in Balochistan has only worsened rather than improved.'

Asif detained in Dubai for alleged drug possession

Asif detained in Dubai for alleged drug possession

Rediff.com3 Jun 2008

Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Asif has been arrested in Dubai after he was allegedly found carrying contraband drugs. Asif, who played for the Delhi Daredevils in the Indian Premier League, was heading back home to Pakistan from Mumbai via Dubai.

Starstruck Nepal players enjoy a slice of Kohli

Starstruck Nepal players enjoy a slice of Kohli

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

Indian openers batted till the end and one other Indian batter got the opportunity to bat. Paudel was a little disappointed that they did not get the opportunity to ball against Virat Kohli in their Asia Cup match on Monday.