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‘It’s the captain and players who…’: Pakistan’s interim white-ball coach Aaqib Javed makes a big statement | Cricket News – Times of India

Aaqib Javed. (Video Grab) NEW DELHI: Former fast bowler Aaqib Javed, who was recently appointed Pakistan's interim white-ball coach, on Wednesday commented that while coaches play a role, it is ultimately the captain and players who win matches.He emphasized that leadership on the field and players’ execution are the decisive factors in cricket. His remarks come as he prepares to step into a permanent coaching role for Pakistan’s white-ball teams, replacing Jason Gillespie.Aaqib, with his extensive coaching experience, aims to bring a pragmatic approach, especially as Pakistan gears up for crucial series against Zimbabwe and South Africa."I have been coaching for the last 20 years and a coach can only help in creating a good environment to a certain extent, sending a clear and loud message...
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PCB appoints Shahid Aslam as Pakistan team’s batting coach

Logo of Pakistan Cricket Board. The PCB has brought back Shahid Aslam as the batting coach as the national white-ball squads after the players struggled in the recent series in Australia. Twitter/@TheRealPCB The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has brought back Shahid Aslam as the batting coach of the national white-ball squads after the players struggled in the recent series in Australia. Aslam who is a qualified coach has worked for a number of years with the Pakistan team in different capacities including assistant coach, fielding coach and assistant manager. But for the last two years he has been working in a coaching capacity at the High Performance Centre in Lahore. Previously former Test captain Mohammad Yousuf was working as the batting coach with ...
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Champions Trophy Impasse: ‘IPL ki wajah se India boht strong ho chuka hai’ | Cricket News – Times of India

The stalemate over the hosting of Champions Trophy refuses to end as designated hosts Pakistan have categorically denied accepting a hybrid model, while India are firm on their decision to not play the tournament in Pakistan -- leaving the International Cricket Council (ICC) scratching its head looking for a solution. On Monday the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, told reporters at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore that the country "will not accept a hybrid model", which would allow India to play their matches at a neutral venue, and that every participating nation has given assurance to play.Also See:Cricket Live ScoreHowever, former Pakistan batsman Basit Ali said other teams may have given surety of playing the tournament but not that they won't play if it is turned into...
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Babar Azam surpasses Virat Kohli as second highest run getter in T20 Internationals – Times of India

Babar Azam (X Photo - PCB) Despite Pakistan's recent ODI series victory, Australia dominated the T20I series, resulting in a whitewash for Pakistan. However, Pakistani fans found a reason to celebrate as Babar Azam, during the final T20I, achieved a significant personal milestone.Babar Azam surpassed Virat Kohli to secure the second position on the all-time highest run-scorers list in T20 Internationals.In the final match, Babar Azam anchored the Pakistan innings with a well-constructed 41 runs off 28 balls, studded with four boundaries.Despite Babar Azam's efforts, Pakistan's batting faltered, with other batsmen struggling to make substantial contributions. Pakistan was eventually bowled out for a paltry 117 runs in 18.1 overs.Babar Azam's 41-run knock propelled his total runs in T20 Inte...
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‘Strongly refutes’: PCB dismisses media report on Jason Gillespie’s removal | Cricket News – Times of India

Jason Gillespie (Reuters Photo) NEW DELHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Sunday firmly denied reports suggesting Jason Gillespie’s imminent exit as head coach. In a post on X, the PCB stated, “PCB strongly refutes the story. As announced previously, Jason Gillespie will continue to coach the Pakistan side for the two red-ball matches against South Africa.”Media speculation erupted recently, claiming Gillespie was set to be sacked just six months into his tenure. Reports alleged that Gillespie’s reluctance to oversee both red-ball and white-ball teams without a pay increase prompted the PCB to reconsider his role. However, the PCB insists that Gillespie remains committed, at least through the South Africa series.Adding to the turmoil, former Pakistan pacer Aaqib Javed is reportedly l...
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