PCB has put Pak cricket at risk by revoking Malik's ban: Abdul Qadir

Former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief selector Abdul Qadir has criticised the board for taking a 'U'-turn by revoking the one-year ban on all-rounder Shoaib Malik. Qadir said the PCB has once again put Pakistan cricket at risk by lifting the ban on Malik, who was banned and fined two million rupees for his poor show and creating a rift among players during the winless tour of Australia. "It is not a good omen for Pakistan cricket. By taking such decisions, the board is only encouraging...

Pakistan cricket board lifts ban on Shoaib Malik

Pakistan Cricket Board’s appeal tribunal Saturday lifted the one-year ban on former captain Shoaib Malik. Malik’s lawyer told the media that the one-man tribunal partially accepted his client’s appeal....

Afridi says won't tolerate politics in team

Captain Shahid Afridi said that politics in the team would not be tolerated and those making dressing room atmosphere dirty would be kicked out. In an exclusive interview with Geo News, Shahid Afridi said that he cannot forcibly bring Mohammad Yousuf into the cricket ground but the team badly needs him. Regarding Younis Khan, the captain said that his presence on the tour of England may be useful. Replying to former cricketers’ criticism on him, Afridi said that the former cricketers are...

Former Pakistan players hail selection of Younis, Malik

The inclusion of banned Younis Khan and Shoaib Malik in the preliminary Pakistan squad for the summer's Asia Cup and England tour, pending their clearance by the arbitrator, has been hailed by former internationals. However, the appointment of Shahid Afridi as the Test captain received mixed reaction. While ex-players Abdul Qadir, Iqbal Qasim and Shoaib Muhammad backed Afridi's appointment, Zaheer Abbas, has expressed reservation over the all-rounder's selection as captain. 'It's surprising...

Pakistan cricket cannot afford more controversies, says Kamran Akmal

Wicketkeeper-batsman Kamran Akmal has said that Pakistan cricket is passing through a difficult phase and it cannot afford more controversies. In an exclusive interview with Deutsche Welle Radio Urdu Service on Tuesday, he reminded that a difficult tour of England was on the cards and Pakistan had to participate in the World Cup next year. “I believe that in such a difficult situation when foreign teams are reluctant to visit Pakistan we should abstain from creating controversies in the larger...

Afridi to push for return of senior trio

If seasoned allrounder Shahid Afridi gets Pakistan’s captaincy for all three formats, his biggest task will be to add a few much-needed ingredients to the country’s under-achieving Test squad. Though...

Butt dismisses allegations of match-fixing

Chairman Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Ejaz Butt on Sunday dismissed allegations of match-fixing against his national team players. Talking to reporter after chairing a meeting of PCB governing body at Gaddafi stadium, Butt claimed Senator Haroon Akhtar wanted the PCB to oblige a contractor. Butt said the International Cricket Council's Anti-Corruption Unit has instigated strict security measures for all international match...

South Africa beat West Indies by 1 run to sweep both Twenty20s cricket

South Africa held off a spirited late challenge by West Indies to defend a modest total of 120-7 and win the second Twenty20 international by one run at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium on Thursday. South...

Memorable title triumph for England

Defying odds, England ambushed Australia by seven wickets to win its first title in an ICC Global event at the Kensington Oval here on Sunday. Chasing 148, England outplayed Australia with three overs...

Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi to use spin against Warner and Watson

"Watson is in very good form and Warner as well," Pakistan captain Afridi said. "We played a group match against these guys in St Lucia and they played very well. But we have three regular spinners and Abdur Rehman, he is bowling very well. So I'm very confident of these guys. "There is a few areas where Watson and Warner are normally going for big-run shots to mid-wicket or mid-on area. So our bowlers know, we have already made some plans against these guys, where to bowl."They are bold...

Afridi not bothered by Pakistan's problems

Welcome, to what seems, is the often perplexing world of the Pakistan cricket team, who will continue the defence of their World Twenty20 title against Australia at the Beausejour Stadium on Friday....

Semi-finals of T20 World cup 2010

The semi-finals of T20 World cup 2010 will start from 13th May, 2010 i.e. Thursday. England and Pakistan have now reached the semis and the matches today will decide the two teams from other group. Australia too is almost confirmed from other group. It is a great probability that Australia will battle against Pakistan in the semi-final of T20 World cup. The schedules of T20 World cup semi-finals is:May 13 - Thu -1st Semi-FinalTime: 15:30 (GMT) 21:00(India) Venue: Beausejour Cricket Ground,...

Pakistan sends SA from T/20 World Cup tournament

Defending champions Pakistan is through to the semifinals of the 2010 ICC World Twenty/20 Championship following their 11-run win over South Africa at the Beausejour Cricket Ground in St. Lucia on...

Zimbabwe Tri-series 2010 - Fixtures and Schedule | India, Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka

India, Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka will play a tri-series in Zimbabwe from 28 May 2010. Indian team will be lead by Suresh Raina and Virat Kohli will be the vice captain in absence of most senior players. The series features 7 ODI matches. The series will be followed by 2 T20 matches between India and Zimbabwe. Here is the schedule of Zimbabwe tri-series: Date Match Details Time Venue GMT IST Ground City May...

ICC T20 World Cup 2010 – Points Table Super Eight Matches Results with latest Net (RR) Run-rate Info

ICC T20 World Cup 2010 – Points Table Super Eight Matches Results with latest Net (RR) Run-rate Info – With the T20 World Cup schedule and fixtures once again we are back to guide you to the perfect entertainment. Super Eight matches played last night were West Indies Vs Sri Lanka, and Australia Vs India. Hope you have enjoyed the live stream Highlights of those two much anticipated games. In first game two top teams clash which were on top in League matches points table. India was having...

ICC T20 World Cup Super 8 - Pakistan vs. England, T20 Today’s match

ICC T20 World Cup Super 8: Pakistan vs. England, T20 Today’s match: There are 2 matches slated for the day in the ICC T20 World Cup Super 8.The first match is going to be played between Pakistan...

ICC World Twenty20 - Sri Lanka avoid rain traps to beat Zimbabwe in Georgetown

With rain falling and the nagging danger of a Duckworth Lewis recalibration favouring Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka must have feared the worst on Monday. Victory for Zimbabwe would have knocked last year's...