Peshawar Zalmi assistant coach and bowling coach Azhar Mahmood has strongly defended Pakistan captain Babar Azam, calling him a “world-class player” and dismissing criticism over his recent performances as unfair and exaggerated. Read More: Mahmood, Razzaq choose Imran Khan as their Dream Pairs Partner Speaking at a post-match press conference in Karachi, Azhar emphasized that […]
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Coach urges more Test cricket for Pakistan to build consistency
Pakistan head coach Azhar Mahmood has emphasized the need for the team to play more Test matches in order to overcome weaknesses and develop consistency in the longest format of the game. Speaking at a press conference following South Africa’s eight-wicket victory in the second Test at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Mahmood reflected on Pakistan’s […]
Pakistan Finalize Likely Playing XI for First Test Against South Africa
LAHORE – Pakistan have finalized the probable lineup for the first Test match against South Africa, scheduled to begin on October 12 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Both teams will take part in a training session today (October 11) as they prepare for the much-anticipated opening clash of the series. According to sources, Pakistan’s team management […]
Azhar’s interim role: Akmal sees PCB’s bigger problem
Former Pakistan wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal has criticized the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for appointing Azhar Mahmood as interim head coach. He called this decision short-sighted and poorly managed. Akmal expressed confusion over why PCB gave Mahmood a temporary role instead of a permanent one. Akmal compared this decision to the PCB’s earlier appointment of Mickey […]
Azhar Mahmood applies for Pakistan head coach role
Former Pakistan cricketer Azhar Mahmood has confirmed he will apply for the men’s national team head coach position. Currently working as assistant coach, Azhar shared his interest just days before the Pakistan Cricket Board’s May 4 application deadline. He brings prior experience as a bowling coach and briefly served as interim head coach during the […]
Azhar Mahmood wants Amir to ‘do more’
LAHORE: Pakistan cricket team bowling coach Azhar Mahmood on Tuesday said that he expects Muhammad Amir to perform better and produce significant output. Speaking to the media, the bowling coach said that Amir resumed cricket after a 5-year ban and that he has been struggling with injuries recently, hence the desired output has not been […]