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‘Hamare time par captain ke upar churi feri jati thi’: Shahid Afridi asks for Babar Azam’s removal as Pakistan captain | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: On the sidelines of the World Championship of Legends (WCL), Shahid Afridi, plying his trade for Pakistan Champions, has called for the removal of Babar Azam as Pakistan's captain. This comes after Pakistan's disappointing performance in the T20 World Cup, where they were eliminated early following losses to the USA and India, respectively.Afridi pointed out that Babar has been given ample opportunities as captain, having led the team in multiple World Cups, Asia Cups, and T20 World Cups."As far as Babar's captaincy is concerned. I have also captained, Younis Khan, Misbah-ul-Haq, all have captained. No other captain has been given such an open chance. As soon as the World Cup ends, the captain is blamed. He has had 2-3 World Cups, 2-3 Asia Cups, T20 World Cup, he has had enou...
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Shoaib Akhtar lists out reasons why Rohit Sharma deserves to win T20 World Cup

India has thrashed England on Thursday to reach yet another ICC final in the space of seven months. The last time India played a final they lost to Australia in a 50-over contest in Ahmedabad. However, despite the loss the Indian skipper Rohit Sharma was applauded for the way he led the side and his aggressive approach with the bat upfront which set the tone with the bat. “He is a selfless captain, plays for the team, and is a complete batter,” Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar said speaking on his YouTube channel. “Rohit Sharma has repeatedly said he wants to make an impact and win the trophy and so, deserves to win the cup. He is a big player, and it should end on a big note,” Akhtar added. In addition to the final in the 2023 World Cup India also lost the World Test Championship in...
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‘I was hurt last year when India…’: Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar reacts as India make T20 World Cup final | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar commended Indian captain Rohit Sharma for his leadership qualities, labelling him as a 'selfless captain' who prioritizes the team's interests following India's convincing 68-run victory over England in the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup 2024. Sharma's performance was a highlight, contributing significantly with a 57-run innings off 39 balls, including 6 fours and 2 sixes, although his stint at the crease was halted in the 14th over by Adil Rashid.ALSO SEE: T20 World Cup ScheduleIn his analysis on his YouTube channel, Akhtar expressed his support for the Indian team, suggesting they were deserving of the T20 World Cup title, especially under Sharma's captaincy. "Rohit Sharma has repeatedly said he wants to make an impact and win the...
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‘Inko aata hi nahi spin khelna’: Shoaib Akhtar trolls England after losing to India in T20 World Cup semifinal | Cricket News – Times of India

Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar said playing spin is not England's cup of tea, as the Indian spinners triggered a collapse on Thursday in Guyana that saw the defending champions bow out of the T20 World Cup in the semifinals. Left-armers Kuldeep Yadav (3 for 19) and Axar Patel (3 for 23) took the sting out of England batting, bowling them out for 103 after India had put up a challenging 171 for 7 on the board following England's decision to bowl first after winning the toss."Indians can manage spin; Rohit Sharma can, he managed Adil (Rashid)...Inko aata hi nahi khelna spin (England don't know how to play spin). This was not a pitch for the fast bowlers or there was uneven bounce. Itna humid hai, sookha jayega (it's so humid, the pitch will dry up). You make 150 and then try to put I...
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Watch: ‘Rohit Sharma ne kya fainti lagayi hai Mitchell Starc ki’ – Shoaib Akhtar lauds India captain’s knock in win over Australia | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has heaped praise on Rohit Sharma's awe-inspiring batting following India's victory over Australia in the 'Super 8s' match of the T20 World Cup 2024 on Monday.sIn a video posted on his 'X' handle, Akhtar highlighted the transformation in India's mindset from disappointment to determination after their defeat against Australia in the ODI World Cup final last year.T20 World Cup: Schedule | Points Table | Stats"The depression that India had after losing the last World Cup final, the one they deserved to win...that depression has now turned into obsession that we have to beat Australia here. Then Rohit Sharma did what he should have done, played with such intent. Rohit ne kya fainti lagayi hai Mitchell Starc ki (Rohit completely annihila...
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‘Hathi sher se 100x bada hota hai aur…’: Shoaib Akhtar’s analogy to define Afghanistan’s historic T20 World Cup win over Australia | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar heaped praise on the Rashid Khan-led Afghanistan side following their historic T20 World Cup win over Australia on Saturday. In a video posted on his 'X' handle, Akhtar used a vivid analogy to illustrate Afghanistan's remarkable achievement. He said, "Woh kehete hain na hathi sher se 100x badha hota hain aur 80x samajhadaar hota hain (They say an elephant is 100 times bigger than a lion and 80 times smarter, but when it comes to Afghan lions), they took the elephant as their lunch.They ate them. So, attitude matters a lot. Today, Afghanistan not only got their revenge but also showed great intent. And what excellent leadership was displayed by Rashid Khan. They say leadership is 80 percent mentality, 20 percent skill. That’s the reaso...
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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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Furious Shoaib Akhtar wants to know ‘who was the Einstein’ that brought Babar Azam back as captain | – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Amid Pakistan's early exit from the ongoing T20 World Cup in the Americas, former speedster Shoaib Akhtar feels Babar Azam is not a captaincy material if he does not come down the order and finish matches for the team going forward, he won't be able to keep his place in ODI and T20I teams. The 2009 champions and also the finalists of 2007 and 2022 editions, lost to USA and India in their first two group games to exit the tournament even before the Super Eights.Babar, who earlier relinquished captaincy, was brought back as skipper in March, ahead of the cricketing extravaganza. And since Pakistan's ouster Babar has been facing massive criticism from former players and fans.However, Babar has said he hasn't thought about quitting captaincy again and it is the board's call. "Who...
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‘Khuda ka waasta’: Shoaib Akhtar urges Pakistan team to ‘play out of your skin’ & not chase ‘individual records’ vs India | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: As India and Pakistan gear up for the high-octane T20 World Cup clash in New York, former speedster Shoaib Akhtar has urged his team to play out of their skin and not chase personal milestones. India have a 6-1 record against Pakistan in T20 World Cups.Akhtar said that the entire country is rooting for them and Babar Azam and Co. and they have got to step up as an entire unit against the rampant Indian side."Pakistan, play out of your skin.Play for Pakistan. Don't play for individual records," said Akhtar in a video posted on X. While India registered a comfortable win over Ireland in their Group A opener, Pakistan were stunned by minnows USA in their first T20 World Cup game in Dallas earlier in the week.And after Pakistan's shock loss, the cricketing fraternity teared into ...
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‘Isn’t it enough motivation that you’re up against Indians?’: Shoaib Akhtar’s message to Babar Azam’s men ahead of India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup clash | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar has attempted to uplift the spirits of the Pakistan team before its crucial T20 World Cup match against India on Sunday in New York. In a video, Akhtar delivered a heartfelt message to Babar Azam's men, underscoring the potential for a comeback and the importance of the upcoming encounter against their arch-rivals.ALSO SEE: T20 World Cup Schedule | T20 World Cup Points Table"Now the question is whether Pakistan has a chance or not? Pakistan has a chance, trust me! Whenever we are down and out, our World Cup journey has always been like this from the start. We always seemed to be struggling, except for the 1999 World Cup, which we cruised through, though we unfortunately lost in the final. But Pakistan can make a comeback from here. India is...
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‘Hurt & disappointed’: Shoaib Akhtar says Pakistan never deserve to win against USA in T20 World Cup | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar voiced his frustration following Pakistan's stunning defeat to the USA in their opening match of the T20 World Cup on Thursday in Dallas. The loss, reminiscent of Pakistan's unexpected defeat to Bangladesh in the 1999 World Cup, has left fans and former players reeling."It was a disappointing loss for Pakistan.We are not off to a good start, losing to USA," Akhtar said in a video posted on his social media handle. SEE ALSO: T20 World Cup Points Table | T20 World Cup Schedule"Unfortunately, Pakistan never deserved to win because the USA played really well. They were always in the commanding position. (Mohammad) Amir saved the match. Shaheen (Afridi) and Amir tried, but USA were winning over Pakistan for 37 overs. And unfortunately, we couldn...
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