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‘Neurological wiring change karna padega…’: Shoaib Akhtar on what Babar Azam needs to do in Champions Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India
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‘Neurological wiring change karna padega…’: Shoaib Akhtar on what Babar Azam needs to do in Champions Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India

Babar Azam. (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: former Pakistan captain Babar Azam has been struggling with a significant dip in form across formats over the past year. In Test cricket, Babar has failed to score a fifty in his last ten innings, resulting in him slipping out of the ICC Top 5 Test batters rankings. His Test average for the year is under 20, a stark decline from his earlier performances.If PCB doesn't accept hybrid model, Champions Trophy could be played outside of PAK, without PAKIn ODIs, Babar's runs and average have also dropped, and Pakistan's disappointing showing in the ODI World Cup 2023, where they failed to progress beyond the group stage, further amplified criticism. Babar's T20I numbers are relatively better but not enough to compensate for his struggl...
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Pakistan off to a flying start with a convincing T20 win over Zimbabwe | Cricket News – Times of India
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Pakistan off to a flying start with a convincing T20 win over Zimbabwe | Cricket News – Times of India

Pakistan secured a comfortable 57-run victory against Zimbabwe in the opening Twenty20 international of a three-match series. The match took place on Sunday in Bulawayo.Pakistan, aiming for a white-ball double after winning the ODI series 2-1, chose to bat first after winning the toss. They posted a total of 165-4. Zimbabwe, in response, were bowled out for 108 in 15.3 overs.At Queens Sports Club, Pakistan found themselves at 100-4 with 34 deliveries remaining. Tayyab Tahir and Irfan Khan then combined for a crucial 65-run partnership. They capitalized on some loose bowling and fielding from the Zimbabwean side.Tahir top-scored with an unbeaten 39, hitting one six and four fours. He shared top-scoring honors with Usman Khan, who also scored 39, including two sixes and two fours.Irfan Khan ...
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At least 10 Baloch men forcibly disappeared by Pakistani forces sparks outrage among activists – Times of India

At least 10 Baloch men forcibly disappeared by Pakistani forces sparks outrage among activists (Picture credit: ANI) BALOCHISTAN: At least 10 Baloch men have been reportedly forcibly disappeared by Pakistforces in separate incidents in Jiwani, Uthal, Turbat, and Karachi areas of Pakistan. However, one of the missing individual has been released and returned home, as reported by The Balochistan Post.In Uthal, four students from the Agricultural University were arrested at Uthal Bazaar and have since been missing. The classmates of missing students have identified them as Gulab, Balaach, Bayan, and Nasir. Speaking to local media, one of their classmate said, "They were taken while at the bazaar, and we haven't heard anything from them since."In Jiwani, security forces are reported to have ap...
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Pakistan To Form Anti-Riots Force As Sharif Vows Tough Action, Calls PTI ‘Group Of Terrorists’

Islamabad, Nov 29 (PTI) Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday announced the formation of a task force, to be led by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, to identify the perpetrators of chaos during a protest by jailed former premier Imran Khan’s party here earlier in the week. The prime minister also announced establishment of a Federal Anti-Riots Force to prevent any future attempt to create chaos and disorder in the country. Sharif's remarks, while addressing a high-level meeting on the law and order situation in the country, came days after Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) launched a march towards Islamabad demanding his release. The Naqvi-led task force will include Minister for Law and Justice Azam Nazeer Tarar, Minister for Economic Affairs Ahad Khan Cheema, Minister for I...
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‘I haven’t seen an Asian team…’: Wasim Akram lauds India for Perth victory against Australia | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India swept past Australia for a dominant 295-run win in the first Test in Perth last Monday, wrapping up the match with more than a day to spare.The visitors came into the opening match under pressure after their first home series loss in 12 years, against New Zealand, defeated 0-3.Border-Gavaskar TrophyBut the Jasprit Bumrah-led side shrugged that off to dominate in Perth with a commanding 295-run triumph.Former Pakistan cricketer, captain and arguably the greatest fast bowler in the history of cricket, Wasim Akram is nowadays is commentating on the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for the Test series between India and Australia.Star Sports, the official broadcaster of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in India, shared a video of Akram lauding India to for their emphatic victory in the ...
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Hybrid model for Champions Trophy not acceptable: PCB tells ICC ahead of board meeting | Cricket News – Times of India

KARACHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) informed the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday that it will not accept the Hybrid model for the Champions Trophy, and asked the global governing body not to discuss the option in Friday's board meeting.The ICC has convened a meeting of the executive members virtually to resolve the scheduling imbroglio surrounding the marquee event after India's refusal to send the team across the border."I can confirm that PCB has a few hours back told the ICC that a Hybrid Model is not acceptable to them," a source told PTI.The PCB has been rigid in its opposition to the hybrid model and had advised the ICC to look at other options to stage the Champions Trophy.Champions Trophy: Jay Shah objects PCB's Champions Trophy plans in Pakistan Occupied Kash...
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Champions Trophy: Discussion on ‘Hybrid’ model set to dominate ICC meeting | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Pakistan is refusing to entertain the 'Hybrid' model of hosting the Champions Trophy next year, despite India's refusal to play there. This puts the International Cricket Council in a difficult situation as its all-powerful board meets on Friday to finalize the long-awaited schedule. It will be a virtual meeting. The PCB's uncompromising stance in refusing to accept the hybrid system and India's decision to not send the squad to Pakistan have put the future of the major tournament in jeopardy."At this point, the hybrid format is the best option. We hope that all the parties involved will take a wise call for the sake of the tournament. It's not good for the tournament to have it without India and Pakistan," a source close to the development told PTI.The ICC members are attemptin...
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Pakistan: Midnight Crackdown On Imran Khan Supporters Ends Protest In Islamabad, 450 Arrested

Islamabad, Nov 27 (PTI) A midnight crackdown by the security personnel forced the supporters of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan to evacuate the D-Chowk and its adjacent main business district of the capital ending their protest, which his party on Wednesday described as a “massacre” under the “fascist military regime.” Police sources said about 450 protestors were arrested in the crackdown and more arrests are expected while Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) said it was a violent assault on protesters by security forces firing live rounds with the intent to kill as many people as possible. Earlier on Tuesday evening, PTI supporters battled law enforcing agencies and succeeded in reaching the D-Chowk for a sit-in till their leader told otherwise as part of their protest march to...
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ICC board to meet on November 29 to finalise 2025 Champions Trophy schedule | Cricket News – Times of India

DUBAI: The all-powerful board of the International Cricket Council (ICC) will meet virtually on November 29 to finalise the much-delayed schedule of the Champions Trophy to be held in Pakistan in February-March next year.The cause of the delay has been India's refusal to play in Pakistan considering the tense relations between the two countries. India has not toured Pakistan since the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks.Champions Trophy in PAK: More drama as Jay Shah strongly objects PCB's PoK plansThe BCCI wants the tournament to be played in a hybrid model with India games scheduled in a third country, preferably UAE, something that its Pakistani counterpart has not agreed to thus far."The ICC board will meet on November 29 to discuss the Champions Trophy schedule," an ICC spokesperson told PTI o...
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6 Security Personnel Killed, 100 Others Injured In Protests By Imran Khan Supporters In Pak

Four paramilitary personnel and two policemen have been killed and over 100 security personnel injured as the protest by supporters of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan turned violent prompting the federal government to deploy the army in the national capital along with shoot at sight orders on Tuesday, state-run media said. Pakistan deployed the army amid a tense stand-off with Khan's supporters from his Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) pushing forward by removing hurdles on their way to Islamabad's D-Chowk venue as the government vowed to foil their attempt “even if a curfew needs to be imposed.” Radio Pakistan said a vehicle rammed into Pakistan Rangers personnel killing four Rangers officials on the Srinagar Highway in Islamabad late on Monday night. Five other Rangers personnel an...
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Pak Interior Minister Vows To ‘Protect Islamabad’ As PTI’s Planned Protest Turns Capital Into F

Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi vowed on Sunday to “protect Islamabad” as thousands of supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan advanced towards the capital to protest, prompting stringent security measures, restricted mobile services, and internet shutdowns in select areas. The 72-year-old jailed former premier had issued a “final call” for nationwide protests on 24 November, denouncing the alleged “stolen mandate,” unjust arrests, and the passage of the 26th constitutional amendment, which he claimed had bolstered a “dictatorial regime.” Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party urged the public to join the march to “break the shackles of slavery.” The protest is planned at D-Chowk, a high-security zone near key government establishments, including the Parliament, Prime...
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Pakistan: At Least 37 Killed In Sectarian Violence In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa; Talks Underway To Res

Peshawar, Nov 23 (PTI) At least 37 people were killed and several others injured in tribal sectarian violence in Pakistan's restive Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province over last 24 hours, police said on Saturday even as government officials said negotiations with local and tribal elders to restore peace are progressing successfully. The clashes between Alizai and Bagan tribes in Kurram district, bordering Afghanistan, in northwest Pakistan took place following Thursday's attack on a convoy of passenger vans near Parachinar in which 47 people were killed. Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has issued clear instructions to resolve all issues through dialogue and negotiations, ensuring long-term stability in the region, a government spokesperson said. “At least 37 are dead as at now,” an official taske...
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Pakistan’s Finance, Energy Ministries Arguing Over IMF Condition Regarding Gas Supply Cuts

The finance and energy ministries are Pakistan are unable to come to an agreement regarding a crucial IMF condition of lowering gas supplies to industrial power plants by January. The Express Tribune reported that the Petroleum Division of the energy ministry claimed that the finance ministry accepted the conditions of the IMF package despite the former’s reservations at the time of the negotiations. Further, the department alleged that abrupt disconnection of gas supply could result in a Rs 427 billion loss for the government and the industries, reported PTI. Responding to the allegations, the finance ministry said that the Petroleum Division agreed during negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and now it was changing its stance. The development comes as the energy minist...
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Pakistan: Over 50 Killed, 20 Injured As Militants Open Fire On Passenger Vehicles In Khyber Pak

Over 50 people were killed and 20 others were injured after militants carried out a gun attack on passenger vehicles in the lower Kurram area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in Pakistan on Thursday. The gunmen ambushed the vehicles in the Kurram district bordering Afghanistan. According to officials, the vehicles were travelling in a convoy from Parachinar to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's capital Peshawar, when militants opened fire. Rescue authorities said 50 people, including eight women and five children, and 20 others were killed in the attack. Most of the victims belonged to the Shia community, news agency PTI reported. Source link
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