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Babar Azam, Mohammed Rizwan, Shaheen Afridi unlikely to get NOC for Global T20 Canada | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: According to sources who spoke with Geo News, Pakistan's top three players, Babar Azam, Mohammed Rizwan, and Shaheen Afridi, are unlikely to receive a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for playing in the forthcoming Global T20 Canada.In order to prevent any conflicts with Pakistan's international calendar, the sources told Geo News that the players will not receive a nod of clearance despite the league schedule.The two-match Test series between Pakistan and Bangladesh will begin on August 21. Play in the Canadian League begins on July 25 and runs until August 11, as per ANI.It was also claimed that players participating in all formats will not receive the certificate in accordance with policy, which is the likely cause for the NOC's denial. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) oppos...
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Behind the scenes: Shaheen Afridi’s heated exchange with batting coach Mohammad Yousuf revealed | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Before the T20 World Cup in USA and West Indies, during Pakistan's T20I tour of England, pacer Shaheen Afridi had heated arguments with batting coach Mohammad Yousuf, according to sources.Reports indicate that coaches and management lodged complaints with Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi regarding Shaheen's attitude during the tour.The confrontation between Shaheen and Yousuf occurred during a training session when Yousuf pointed out Shaheen's no-balls. Shaheen, apparently frustrated by the repeated criticism, told Yousuf to "mind his own business."Yousuf reminded Shaheen that he was simply doing his job as a coach. The situation escalated with heated words exchanged, but Shaheen later apologized.An ANI report indicated that multiple sources within the Pakis...
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Despite T20 World Cup debacle, ‘major surgery’ unlikely in Pakistan Cricket; only ‘cosmetic changes’ | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is unlikely to make major changes to the national cricket team despite their poor performance in the recently concluded T20 World Cup in the Americas. Sources said that the decision aims to avoid potential confrontation with senior players. The PCB governing board will meet on Saturday to review reports by head coach Gary Kirsten and senior team manager Wahab Riaz, but substantial changes are not anticipated.Sources indicated that PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi is cautious about provoking a confrontation with senior players so with a few changes, the same set of players will be in the Pakistan team for coming games as well across formats. Following Pakistan's defeat to India in the World Cup, Naqvi had mentioned the need for a 'major surgery' in th...
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PCB set for overhaul; code of conduct for Pakistan players after chaotic T20 World Cup campaign | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is expected to undergo significant changes and introduce a code of conduct for players following the team's dismal performance in the T20 World Cup held in the USA.The team's early exit from the tournament has drawn criticism from various quarters, with players facing backlash for bringing their families along and engaging in paid promotional events during the competition.According to a reliable PCB source, chairman Mohsin Naqvi is furious with the performance of certain senior officials and holds them accountable for the lack of discipline within the team.The PCB is likely to take stringent measures to address these issues and ensure that players prioritise their on-field performance and maintain a professional approach throughout future tour...
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‘People make fun of us in world cricket’: Wasim Akram slams PCB for removing Shaheen Afridi as captain after one series | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan cricketer Wasim Akram has expressed his disappointment with the Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) decision to remove Shaheen Afridi as captain after just one series. In a viral video, Akram criticized the management for their lack of consistency and stability in leadership roles."They replaced Babar with Shaheen as Pakistan captain.The latter lost one series and the chairman got changed during that phase. The newcomer asked to change the captain and got it done. This is just not on. People make fun of us in world cricket. They don't get it. If you have made (Shaheen) Afridi the captain, give him a year," said Akram.T20 World Cup: Schedule | Points Table | StatsAkram further added that he and other former cricketers are fortunate to be away from Pakistan cricket, ...
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‘It’s tough times…’: Disappointed Shaheen Afridi opens up on Pakistan’s T20 World Cup exit | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Pakistan skipper Babar Azam scored an unbeaten 31 off 34 balls, while star pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi delivered magnificent bowling figures of 3 for 22, leading Pakistan to a three-wicket victory against Ireland in their final game at the T20 World Cup.Despite the win, Pakistan, already eliminated from the tournament, finished third in their group, while Ireland ended at the bottom with just one point from their washed-out game against the USA.Pakistan's World Cup campaign began on a disappointing note, losing their opening match to the United States in a Super Over. The USA clinched the win, handing Pakistan a significant setback.In their second match against India, Pakistan bowled out Rohit Sharma's team for 119 but failed to chase the target, scoring only 113 for 7 in 20 ov...
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T20 World Cup: Pakistan salvage pride with nervy consolation win over Ireland in last game | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former champions Pakistan managed to restore some pride with a hard-fought three-wicket victory over Ireland in their final and inconsequential Group A game of the T20 World Cup in Lauderhill on Sunday.Pakistan, who were knocked out of the tournament after losses to India and the USA, restricted Ireland to 106 for 9 after opting to bowl first.Shaheen Shah Afridi led the bowling attack with impressive figures of 3 for 22.Chasing a modest total, Pakistan's batting vulnerabilities were once again on display. They struggled to 62 for six in just 11 overs, bringing fears of another collapse. However, skipper Babar Azam (32 not out) and Abbas Afridi (17) put together a crucial 33-run partnership, leading Pakistan to 111 for 7 in 18.5 overs.As It HappenedShaheen sealed the win with ...
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‘Wasim must have said that, but…’: Azhar Mahmood denies rift between skipper Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Pakistan assistant coach Azhar Mahmood has refuted claims of a disagreement between captain Babar Azam and star fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi. Mahmood stated that the recent comments made by former captain Wasim Akram, suggesting that Babar and Shaheen are not on speaking terms, are false.Furthermore, Mahmood criticized those who believe that cricketers should not have a life beyond the sport and should remain isolated in their hotel rooms, dwelling on their close loss to India.Rumors often circulate that the Pakistan team is divided into two groups, with one faction led by Babar and the other under Shaheen's influence.T20 World Cup 2024: Points Table | Schedule"Wasim must have said that, but I don't know. I didn't see it. Shaheen and Babar are definitely talking, they are ...
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‘I will speak openly after the T20 World Cup’: Shahid Afridi vows to name people who ‘spoiled’ Pakistan team | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi announced that he plans to reveal the inside story of the current team and expose the individuals who have ‘spoiled the unit’ once the ongoing T20 World Cup concludes.The selection process of the Pakistan team has been under scrutiny, with criticism from several former cricketers, including ex-PCB chairman Ramiz Raja and Kamran Akmal.In an interview on a local TV channel, Afridi, joined by young pacer Mohammad Wasim, was questioned about the lack of unity within the national team. Afridi chose not to divulge details at that moment, stating that he would speak openly after the T20 World Cup finishes."He knows many things, and so do I, but we cannot talk openly. I will speak openly after the World Cup, our people themselves have spoiled thi...
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‘Very experienced captain…’: Ricky Ponting hails Rohit Sharma after win over Pakistan | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: After the Men in Blue overcame their bitter rivals Pakistan by 6 runs in the T20 World Cup 2024, former Australia captain Ricky Ponting poured praise on India captain Rohit Sharma, stating that he is very 'experienced'.Rohit opened the batting and scored 13 runs off of 12 balls, smashing one four and one six. Rohit was removed by Shaheen Afridi in the third over, hence his knock did not last very long.T20 WORLD CUP: SCHEDULE | POINTS TABLEIn a video posted to the ICC's official Instagram account, Ponting praised Rohit for his "outstanding" captaincy against Pakistan on Sunday. In addition to praising Hardik Pandya, the former cricket player added that he was "outstanding" in the crucial game."Rohit Sharma is a very experienced captain, isn't he? And I just saw him then and sa...
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‘Making things difficult in the run-chase’: Former Pakistan skipper Salim Malik accuses Imad Wasim of ‘wasting balls’ | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan captain Salim Malik has accused all-rounder Imad Wasim of deliberately wasting balls during Pakistan's six-run defeat to India in their ICC T20 World Cup match in New York. Chasing a modest target of 120 runs, Pakistan fell short at 113 for 7, consuming a staggering 59 dot balls in the process.Imad Wasim's slow-paced innings saw him take 23 balls to score just 15 runs, which Malik criticized as detrimental to Pakistan's run chase. T20 World Cup Schedule | Points Table"You look at his (Wasim) innings and it appears as if he was wasting balls, not scoring runs, and making things difficult in the run-chase," Malik said on the 24 News channel.Adding to the controversy, another former captain, Shahid Afridi, hinted at internal discord within the team, suggesting th...
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India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup: From Kohli to Bumrah, here are few key players to watch out for Sunday’s blockbuster clash

India will take on Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2024 at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York on Sunday. Rohit Sharma’s side have thumped Ireland in their previous encounter and Babar Azam’s men lost to the USA in the Super Over in their opening clash. The Men in Green have not been in the greatest of forms in T20I since they lost the final against England in Melbourne in the 2022 World Cup. They have been inconsistent with the bat and most importantly their strength which is pace attack has blown hot and cold in the last couple of years. Against USA though it wasn’t the lack of skill or form that caused their downfall but the poor body language and lack of effort on the field. As per India, they are favorites to win the game the mega clash However, this dynamic m...
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India, Pakistan look to conquer new shores in biggest clash of T20 World Cup | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW YORK: When the ball jumped up from a length and hit captain Rohit Sharma's thumb during a training session, there was suddenly a sense of apprehension that a beautiful day can turn stormy. But it only proved to be a strong gust - a regular feature along the Long Island coast - as the Indian captain started batting again, preparing for the storm ahead.After all, Pakistan lie in wait on Sunday.It's the match that cricket in this part of the world has been desperately waiting for. And just the way a lot is riding on it for the promotion of the sport itself in the United States, both teams' fates are hanging in the balance as well.T20 World Cup Schedule | Points Table | TeamsFor India, a defeat would mean a very difficult next few days in which they will have to ensure everything falls ...
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‘Rohit aur Virat ko apne achche dost samjho…’: Indian fans to Shaheen Afridi ahead of India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match – Watch | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Shaheen Shah Afridi has been an absolute match-winner with the ball for Pakistan over the years.The left-arm Pakistan pace spearhead is known for his ability to swing the ball both ways and generate significant pace and has been particularly effective in limited-overs formats. He has taken numerous wickets in both T20Is and ODIs, often providing crucial breakthroughs for his team.T20 WORLD CUP: SCHEDULE | POINTS TABLEAgainst India, Afridi has played 2 T20Is with a best of 3/31 that was a match-winning spell in the 2021 T20 World Cup clash between the archrivals at Dubai, that Pakistan went on to win by 10 wickets.Now ahead of the marquee clash against India on Sunday, a video is going viral on the internet where some Indian fans are talking and clicking pictures with Afridi i...
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T20 World Cup: Saurabh Netravalkar’s composed Super Over helps USA beat Pakistan by 5 runs

In what was the first-ever game between them in international cricket, the USA managed to beat Pakistan in the Super Over in a Group A clash at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas. Mohammad Amir took the ball for Pakistan in the Super Over and looked rusty spraying the ball all over the pitch and conceding 19 runs which included seven wides in the over. However, USA’s Saurabh Netravalkar kept his composure in the high-pressure over executed his skills to perfection picked the wicket of Iftikhar Ahmed, and helped the USA win by five runs. Winning the toss and opting to bowl first, USA bowlers managed to restrict Pakistan for 159/7 in their 20 overs quota. With five runs required off the last ball, Nitish Kumar scored a four over mid off to level the scores. Earlier, India-born American b...
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T20 World Cup: Why Ricky Ponting prefers Babar Azam over Shaheen Afridi as Pakistan captain | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The great Ricky Ponting of Australia feels that with Babar Azam leading the team, Pakistan appears much more entrenched.Babar captained Pakistan in the shortest version of the game for a short while before being reappointed earlier this year, replacing famed pacer Shaheen Afridi.And Ponting believes that with Babar leading the team, Pakistan's chances of duplicating their one title victory from 2009 and improving upon their runner-up result from the most recent T20 World Cup in Australia in 2022 are far greater."Captaincy just sits well with some people and it doesn't sit well with others. We've seen it through the years that some of the best players that have ever played the game have not necessarily made the best captains and the thing that makes some of the very best playe...
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‘I understand if you were MS Dhoni…’: Ahmed Shehzad slams Pakistan Cricket Board, accuses Babar Azam of favoritism | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former opener Ahmed Shehzad criticized Babar Azam's captaincy and the direction of Pakistan cricket in the last few years. Shehzad expressed his opinions on Geo TV during a T20 World Cup build-up show, just days before Pakistan's opener against hosts USA.When asked whether Babar Azam shows favoritism in selecting players for the national team, Shehzad didn't mince words.He criticized Babar and the Pakistan Cricket Board for reinstating him as the white-ball captain just before the T20 World Cup.T20 World Cup: Schedule | Points Table"Speaking of Babar Azam, there is friendship. Look, he is carrying players for a long run. The players are out of form for a long time. It doesn’t look good. If I count the number of matches, you’ll realize players don’t get that long run. If there...
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‘Mujhe do din neend nahi aayi…’: Usman Khan addresses Pakistan teammates in hilarious speech – Watch | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Pakistan cricketers are gearing up for their first match against the United States in the T20 World Cup that is scheduled to be played on Thursday.With Babar Azam as captain and Gary Kirsten as coach, the team looks to be in a relaxed frame of mind even though the build-up to the tournament wasn't exactly smooth as Pakistan lost a four-match T20I series against England 0-2.Nevertheless, unpredictable Pakistan cannot be underestimated as they can beat any team on their day.Usman Khan shared a video on his X handle where he is addressing his Pakistan teammates after a meal at a restaurant in the US. The video has Usman Khan addressing his teammates in his typical style who are laughing at the team bonding session.The video shows Babar Azam, Gary Kirsten, Shaheen Afridi, Haris R...
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