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Watch: When Anil Kumble took all 10 wickets to script India’s famous win against Pakistan | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: On this day, February 7, in 1999, India spin legend Anil Kumble became only the second bowler and the first Indian to claim all 10 wickets in an innings of a Test match. Kumble achieved the historic feat in the Delhi Test at the Feroz Shah Kotla ground (now Arun Jaitley Stadium) against arch-rivals Pakistan.Prior to Kumble, England's Jim Laker held the record of dismissing all 10 batsmen in an innings of a Test match, achieving the incredible feat against Australia in 1956.Kumble bowled 26.3 overs, including 9 maidens, and swept the Pakistan batting line-up in front of a jam-packed stadium. He conceded just 74 runs in his spell.BCCI shared the video of all the ten dismissals on X to mark the day:Batting first, India posted 252 on the board. In reply, Pakistan could manage onl...
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Shahid Afridi advocates one captain for all formats in Pakistan cricket – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has urged the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to adopt a unified captaincy policy across all formats to avoid internal conflicts and infighting. Afridi's suggestion comes after star batter Babar Azam stepped down from captaincy in all three formats following Pakistan's early exit from the ODI World Cup last year.Afridi emphasized the need for a single captain for all formats, eliminating the vice-captaincy role to provide clarity and a clear chain of command within the team. Speaking to reporters, Afridi stated, "The PCB must have one captain for all formats and there is no need to have a vice-captain. This will give a clear message to all players who are in charge."Supporting team director Mohammad Hafeez, Afridi urged the PCB to offer long...
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Shahid Afridi wants Mohammad Rizwan, not Shaheen Afridi, to lead Pakistan – Times of India

NEW DELHI: After Babar Azam's departure from captaincy in all three formats in November, Pakistan named Shaheen Shah Afridi as their new T20I captain and Shan Masood as their Test captain. Former Pakistan skipper and dynamic batsman Shahid Afridi expressed his inclination towards wicketkeeper-batter Rizwan over left-arm fast bowler Shaheen for the T20I leadership. Afridi praised Rizwan as a resilient individual, advocating him as the ideal candidate to steer Pakistan in the quick-paced format of the game.“[I admire Rizwan's] hardwork and focus level. His best quality, which I like most, is only focusing on his game and paying no heed to who doing what and what not. He is really a fighter!” Afridi said.“I want to see him [Rizwan] as the T20 captain but mistakenly, Shaheen became the skip...
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Watch: Gautam Gambhir chooses this footballer over Ronaldo and Messi in viral video | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: In a recent viral video that has added fuel to the buzz surrounding former India cricketer Gautam Gambhir, the cricketer was posed with a choice between two football legends—Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo and Argentina's Lionel Messi. However, Gambhir surprised many by responding, "none." "Because I think I would go with Marcus Rashford," Gambhir said.Gambhir's candid remarks and unexpected choice ignited discussions on social media, garnering attention beyond the cricketing realm.Recently Gambhir finds himself in the midst of another controversy, this time stemming from an explosive exchange with former pacer S Sreesanth during a Legends League Cricket match between India Capitals and Gujarat Giants. The heated on-field dispute spilled onto social media, with Sreesanth allegin...
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Salman Butt included in national selection panel by PCB | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board made a significant move by adding Salman Butt, the disgraced former captain, to the national selection panel ahead of Pakistan's five-match Twenty20 International Series against New Zealand in 2019.The 39-year-old, who successfully returned to cricket in 2016 following a five-year sentence for spot-fixing, has been selected as a consultant to Wahab Riaz, the head selector, along with former teammates Kamran Akmal and Rao Iftikhar Anjum.The former opener Butt is now playing in the National T20 Championship after being signed by the PCB last month to provide commentary for local competitions."Their first assignment as consultant members to the chief selector includes the upcoming five-match T20I series against New Zealand, set to commence on 12 Januar...
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Overhaul in PCB – National selection committee sacked amidst World Cup disappointment: Reports – Times of India

NEW DELHI: In the aftermath of Pakistan's disappointing performance at the ongoing ICC World Cup in India, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken decisive action by dismissing the entire national selection committee, according to reports. The move follows a series of setbacks for the Babar Azam-led team, raising concerns and sparking a major shake-up in the cricket board.The crisis within the PCB intensified as Pakistan faced consecutive losses after a promising start to the World Cup campaign.Speculations had been circulating regarding the possible removal ofBabar Azam from the white-ball captaincy, adding to the turbulence surrounding the team.The pivotal figure in the selection committee, chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq, had already resigned on Monday, citing allegations of a confl...
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Babar Azam should quit captaincy and focus on his batting: Ex-Pakistan players | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Prominent former Pakistani cricketers, including Shoaib Malik, Kamran Akmal, and Abdul Razzaq, are of the opinion that captain Babar Azam should relinquish his leadership role and focus on his individual game after Pakistan's disappointing World Cup campaign.The team's failure to qualify for the semifinals, with five defeats in nine matches, has raised concerns about Babar's leadership capabilities.These cricket stalwarts believe that Babar has had sufficient opportunities as captain but has not been able to deliver the desired results."I am not against Babar but he has to decide after looking at his performances as a player and captain whether he can continue to take the pressure of both," said Malik during a reception in Karachi on Monday."I think we need Babar more as a pl...
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Shahid Afridi slams Babar Azam, says he could not ‘improve as captain and leader in four years’

With Pakistan cricket team crashing out of the ongoing Cricket World Cup in India before the knockout stages, it seems the knives are out for captain Babar Azam. After the Pakistan team lost their final group stage match against England, Ramiz Raja had said that he had spoken to Babar before the game and that he would take a call on stepping down from captaincy after landing back in Pakistan. On Monday, former Pakistan cricketer Shahid Afridi slammed Babar’s captaincy. “I’m a fan of Babar. Babar is a big player, for me he is like a younger brother. I wanted that Babar join the list of top captains in the world. He’s been captain since four years or so, there was never a sword hanging over his head. We all supported him during this phase. We thought in three-four years he would be we...
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Babar Azam hasn’t improved as a leader in last 3-4 years: Shahid Afridi | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Amid Pakistan's group-stage exit from the ongoing World Cup, Babar Azam and his leadership skills continue to be the hot topic of discussion in the neighbouring country.As Pakistan crashed out of the tournament after suffering 5 defeats -- their most losses ever in a single edition of a World Cup -- Babar has been facing backlash from fans and former cricketing stars.Shahid Afridi, who has been critical of Babar throughout the tournament, on Monday said that the 29-year-old hasn't shown improvement over his 3-4 years of reign as captain. Talking about his poor leadership skills, Afridi said that Babar has been getting support from everyone but continues to make a lot of mistakes."I am a big fan of Babar and so are many others. People criticized me for criticizing Babar's capt...
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Pakistan skipper Babar Azam arrives in Lahore, to meet PCB chief this week | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Pakistan captain Babar Azam returned to Lahore on Monday following a disappointing World Cup campaign, amid speculation that he won't step down voluntarily but will await the Pakistan Cricket Board's decision.Greeted by family at Lahore International Airport, Babar appeared disheartened, surrounded by security personnel. Insider reports suggest Babar will meet with PCB chief Zaka Ashraf this week to decide on his all-format captaincy.Despite being champions in 1992, Pakistan failed to reach the World Cup semifinals, losing five of nine league matches.Babar assumed white-ball captaincy in late 2019 and became Test skipper in 2021, leading Pakistan in two Asia Cups, two T20 World Cups and the 2023 ODI World Cup without clinching a title.The team's lackluster performance in Indi...
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Waqar Younis, Shahid Afridi may get roles in PCB and national team after World Cup | Cricket News – Times of India

KARACHI: Former cricketers Waqar Younis, Aaqib Javed and Shahid Afridi are under consideration for important posts in the Pakistan Board and team set-up after the World Cup, it has been learnt.The names of Younis Khan and Azhar Ali are also doing the rounds as a new set up will be in place as soon as the interim arrangement ends.The Zaka Ashraf-led 12-member committee, running the PCB, has got a three-month extension which will end in February next year.A PCB insider said important positions including chief selector, Director of cricket and coaching staff of the national side will be up for grabs."After the World Cup since the Pakistan squad has to leave for Australia and New Zealand. Zaka Ashraf who heads the cricket management committee running the Pakistan Cricket Board affairs has a...
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Under-fire PCB chief Zaka Ashraf likely to get extension | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Under scrutiny, PCB chief Zaka Ashraf is reportedly set to receive an extension from the caretaker government headed by Prime Minister Anwaar ul Haq Kakar.Reliable sources have indicated that PM Kakar conducted a meeting with former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi on Thursday. During this meeting, the Prime Minister purportedly requested the all-rounder to collaborate with the PCB under Zaka Ashraf's leadership.“The caretaker PM wanted Shahid to contribute to Pakistan cricket and work with the existing set-up but the all-rounder conveyed his reservations about working with the current managing committee,” one source told PTI.The current managing committee was initially granted four months to conduct elections for a new board of governors and a new chairman. This period is set ...
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‘Ghatiya harkat’, ‘Pathetic’: Pakistan cricket legends livid as Pakistan news channel airs Babar Azam’s purported WhatsApp chats

Cricket legends Shahid Afridi and Waqar Younis lashed out at a Pakistan new channel and its journalists after it aired a purported WhatsApp conversation with Pakistan cricket captain Babar Azam. The chats are said to be between Babar and PCB’s Chief Operating Officer Salman Naseer. This comes on the heels of former Pakistan cricketer Rashid Latif claiming that Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Zaka Ashraf has stopped answering calls from Pakistan captain. Pakistan cricket is already going through a turbulent time with the Pakistan team in 6th spot in the standings of the ongoing Cricket World Cup, having won just two of their six matches so far. “I saw Rashid Latif reporting that there is a tiff between Babar Azam and Zaka Ashraf. To counter those reports in this way was uncalled for. ...
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Unfair to start witch hunt, says Mickey Arthur following criticism after Pakistan’s poor run in WC | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Mickey Arthur, the director of cricket for Pakistan, believes it's unjust to initiate a witch hunt, as captain Babar Azam and chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq have faced harsh criticism from various quarters due to the team's lacklustre performance in the ongoing World Cup.Both Babar's leadership abilities and Inzamam's selection decisions have been strongly criticised by several former Pakistan cricket legends, including Wasim Akram, Shahid Afridi, and Misbah-ul-Haq.The team is on the brink of elimination after enduring its fourth consecutive defeat.In response to the criticism, the Pakistan Cricket Board issued a statement clarifying that Babar and Inzamam had been given full autonomy in selecting the World Cup squad.Arthur believes that the level of criticism being directed a...
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‘Shahid Afridi told me to convert…’: Danish Kaneria accuses former Pakistan skipper – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan spinner, Danish Kaneria, has made startling revelations about his cricketing career, accusing former captain Shahid Afridi of persistently pressuring him to convert to Islam. Kaneria, who is the highest wicket-taking spinner in Pakistan's cricket history, opened up about the discrimination he faced during his playing days.Kaneria shed light on the challenges he encountered, with Inzamam-ul-Haq being the only captain who supported him.He revealed that most other players caused him significant trouble, and some, including Shahid Afridi, consistently discussed the idea of religious conversion."I was doing well in my career and was playing county cricket too. Inzamam-ul-Haq supported me a lot and was the only captain who did so. Alongside him, Shoaib Akhtar. Shahi...
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‘Miracles only happen when you…’: Shahid Afridi slams Babar Azam’s leadership skills | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Pakistan's shock defeat against Afghanistan in the ODI World Cup on Monday continues to be the biggest talking point in the neighbouring country as former skipper Shahid Afridi joined the bandwagon in criticising the team for their lacklustre campaign at the cricketing extravaganza. Former cricketers that include Wasim Akram, Misbah ul Haq, Ramiz Raja, Rashid Latif, Mohammad Hafeez, Aaqib Javed, Shoaib Malik, Moin Khan and Shoaib Akhtar have been quite vocal in slamming the team for their poor performances and Afridi on Thursday too criticized Babar and his leadership skills. Stressing on the fact that Babar needs to step up as a leader, Afridi said that the team keeps waiting for miracles to happen and doesn't put in 100 percent on the field. “When you are not in the game, w...
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‘I’ve heard that Babar Azam was crying after the defeat to Afghanistan, it’s not just his fault’: Mohammad Yousuf

Former Pakistan batter Mohammad Yousuf has come in support of captain Babar Azam after the national side’s first-ever ODI defeat to Afghanistan, that came in the ODI World Cup earlier this week. “I’ve heard that Babar Azam was crying after the defeat to Afghanistan. It’s not just Babar’s fault, the entire team and management is also responsible. We are with Babar at this tough time and the entire nation is with him,” Yousuf said on Samaa TV. “I saw the press conference and I noticed this the other day as well that he looked disturbed. I heard that Babar cried after the defeat against Afghanistan as well. It is not just Babar’s fault in the team’s defeat, it involves the entire team and management. We are with Babar in this difficult time and the whole country is with him,” he added. Bab...
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Shaheen Afridi joins Shahid Afridi in an elite club for Pakistan at World Cup – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Australian openers David Warner and Mitchell Marsh made a mockery of Pakistan bowling with their scintillating centuries but pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi managed to put some brakes by claiming a five-wicket haul on Friday.With 5 for 54 in 10 overs, the left-arm pacer Shaheen became only the second Pakistan bowler to take two five-wicket hauls in the history of the World Cup. His effort also saw him become the first Pakistani pacer with two fifers in the World Cup.Australia vs Pakistan, ICC World Cup: Twin centuries by Warner, Marsh allow Australia to post 367Interestingly, Afridi's father-in-law and former skipper Shahid Afridi was the only Pakistan bowler to have claimed two five-wicket hauls in the World Cup before him.Shaheen's first fifer came against Bangladesh in the 2019 ...
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Rohit Sharma becomes third batter to hit 300 sixes in ODIs | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Rohit Sharma continues his sublime form and six-hitting spree in the World Cup as the Indian skipper became only the third batter overall to smash 300 sixes in one-day internationals.Rohit achieved the remarkable feat during the high voltage match against Pakistan when he tonked Haris Rauf over mid-on for his 300th six at the packed Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Saturday.India vs Pakistan LIVE: Pakistan sets 192 target after innings collapse from 155/2 to 191 all outIn the last match against Afghanistan, Rohit also went past West Indies' Chris Gayle (553 sixes across formats) to record most sixes in international cricket across formats.Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi sits atop the list in ODIs with 351 sixes from 398 matches followed by Gayle (331 sixes in 301 g...
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ODI World Cup 2023 Ind vs Pak: Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s last match against Pakistan in an ICC event? | India News – Times of India

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli had faced Pakistan for the first time in their careers during an ICC event. Saturday's game could be their last against the same opponent in an ICC eventAHMEDABAD: Snipers wielding automatic guns give you that cold, deathly stare as you pass by a famous five-star hotel in Ahmedabad by the river front. It's where the Pakistan team are residing for their highly anticipated World Cup clash against India on Saturday.It's a team that two of India's and the world's greatest modern white-ball players, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli first played against in a senior men's global event, in South Africa. Rohit in the 2007 T20 World Cup and Kohli in the 2009 Champions Trophy.Read the full article on TOI+!(function(f, b, e, v, n, t, s) { function loadFBEvents(isFBCampa...