Babar Azam says soft dismissals the reason Pakistan lost on March 27, 2022LAHORE: Pakistan captain Babar Azam rued “soft dismissals” after his side lost the series-deciding third Test against Australia in Lahore. Set a target of 351, Pakistan had finished the fourth day on 73 for no loss. On the final day, they were 165 for 3 at one stage but were eventually bowled out for 235, […]
Shaun Tait aims to bring in more intensity, aggression in Pakistan bowlers on March 20, 2022LAHORE: Bringing in more intensity and aggression, and helping everyone showcasing how good they can be — that’s Pakistan bowling coach Shaun Tait’s mantra for a job that, he says, is “as good as it gets” for someone in his position. “Pakistan is known for some very good things and one of them is producing […]
Political situation in federal capital could force PCB to shift limited over series out of Rawalpindi on March 17, 2022LAHORE: The tense political climate in Pakistan’s capital could cause the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to relocate the white-ball series against Australia out of Rawalpindi, with Lahore likely to be the new venue. With Prime Minister Imran Khan set to face a no-confidence vote, Rawalpindi and its twin city Islamabad are gearing up to become […]
Breakout stars of PSL 2022 — Zaman, Haris, Salman and Qasim on March 3, 2022LAHORE: Every season the Pakistan Super League (PSL) showcases emerging talent in Pakistan and the 2022 season was no different. Here’s a look at some of the breakout stars of this edition. Zaman Khan: A right-arm fast bowler, Zaman Khan was the only player from the emerging category to play all the games for his […]
Ramiz to propose Pakistan involvement in annual four-team series on January 14, 2022LAHORE: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ramiz Raja wants to pitch a quadrangular T20I tournament that sees Pakistan play India, England and Australia ––– the three big powerhouses of cricket ––– annually. He is set to present the idea at the next ICC board meetings in March, arguing that bilateral series in the format were […]
Peshawar Zalmi clear the air with Kamran Akmal, confirms he is ‘very much part of the side’ on December 16, 2021LAHORE: Peshawar Zalmi have confirmed that Kamran Akmal will “very much be a part” of the franchise, and that he will be playing for the team next season. Akmal also confirmed to ESPNcricinfo that he was on board with Zalmi and that the misunderstanding between the two parties had been cleared. On Sunday, Akmal said […]
‘A superstar Pakistan deserves’ The rise and rise of Haris Rauf on November 12, 2021LAHORE: In the summer of 2017, three boys from a working-class family travelled by road from Islamabad to Gujranwala, four-and-a-half hours away, to participate in an open cricket trial. They arrived late and were denied entry as the stadium was filled to capacity. The trio had made the journey in peak hours on one of […]
Abdul Razzaq moves from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to Central Punjab in PCB coaching shake-up on August 21, 2021LAHORE: In a major shake-up in Pakistan’s domestic cricket, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has juggled four head coaches ahead of the 2021-22 season. Abdul Razzaq, whose Khyber Pakhtunkhwa side won trophies in all three formats last season, will now coach Central Punjab. In turn, Shahid Anwar will move from Central Punjab to Southern Punjab, […]
Weather a concern as West Indies clash with Pakistan in T20I series decider today on August 3, 2021LAHORE: The series was of significant importance for both teams in their preparations ahead of the T20 World Cup but so far rain has ruled the headlines, ditching all the promises for the series. With two of three games washed out and one game slashed before the series began, Pakistan come into the final match […]
PSL faces scheduling dilemma for 2022 season on July 14, 2021LAHORE: The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is facing a scheduling challenge for the 2022 season, as Pakistan hope to welcome a landmark home series against Australia in the window usually occupied by the T20 competition. The PSL has been conducted between February and March since its inception in 2016, but with Australia’s visit in mind, […]