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Pakistan Considers Offshore Test for England Series Amid Stadium Renovations

Pakistan Considers Offshore Test for England Series Amid Stadium Renovations

By September 5, 2024 0

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is facing a dilemma as ongoing stadium renovations threaten to disrupt the upcoming Test series against England. With Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium and Karachi’s National Stadium undergoing major overhauls, the PCB is considering moving one Test offshore.

Abu Dhabi, a former “home” venue for Pakistan during their exile, has emerged as a potential alternative. However, the city is hosting an Ireland-South Africa series until October 7, which could rule out the first Test.

Rawalpindi Stadium, which hosted the Bangladesh Tests, is also undergoing renovations in preparation for the Champions Trophy in February 2023. Hosting two Tests in Rawalpindi could delay the work, potentially impacting the tournament.

Multan and Rawalpindi remain the only viable venues in Pakistan for Tests. However, hosting two Tests in Rawalpindi could be problematic due to security and accommodation demands during the Shanghai Corporation Organisation (SCO) meeting from October 15-16.

The PCB is also considering Faisalabad’s Iqbal Cricket Stadium, which will host the Champions Cup in September. However, it has not hosted a Test since 2006.

The PCB is under pressure to finalize venues as England fans are expected to attend the series. England head coach Brendon McCullum has emphasized the need to know the venues in advance to select the appropriate squad.

The stadium upgrades coincide with Pakistan’s busiest home season in decades, with seven Tests, four white-ball internationals, the Champions Trophy, and an expanded domestic calendar. The upgrades are long overdue but have become essential as Pakistan prepares to host the Champions Trophy next year.

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Pakistan Cricket Coach Resigns Over Corruption and Nepotism

Pakistan Cricket Coach Resigns Over Corruption and Nepotism

By September 5, 2024 0

Pakistan Cricket Coach Resigns Amidst Allegations of Corruption and Nepotism

Former fast bowler Shabbir Ahmed has resigned from his position as a regional coach at the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), citing rampant political interference, favouritism, and nepotism in cricket affairs at the grassroots level.

In his resignation letter, Shabbir, who served as the head coach in the Dera Ghazi Khan region, expressed his frustration with the deplorable conditions prevalent in Pakistani cricket. He stated that merit was disregarded in player selection, with political connections and favouritism taking precedence.

“How can Pakistan cricket improve when there is no merit in selection of players at regional level and there is so much interference and nepotism and favouritism by cricket officials?” Shabbir said.

Shabbir had taken on the role of head coach in Dera Ghazi Khan with the aim of promoting and developing the game at the district and regional levels. However, he found the situation untenable and chose to distance himself from the current state of affairs.

“Unfortunately what I have experienced is very frustrating. A player who works hard throughout the year and is a good talent is overlooked in the final selection to pick a player who use political and other connections to get in,” he said.

Shabbir’s resignation comes amidst Pakistan’s recent 0-2 loss to Bangladesh, a result that has highlighted the decline of Pakistani cricket. Shabbir believes that the current system is hindering the development of talented players and contributing to the team’s poor performance.

“Even if coaches who are sincere want to do something they are helpless in the existing system,” Shabbir said.

The PCB has yet to comment on Shabbir’s resignation, but his allegations have raised serious concerns about the state of cricket in Pakistan. If the PCB fails to address these issues, it could have a detrimental impact on the future of the sport in the country.

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Pakistan Cricket Team Faces Backlash After Bangladesh Test Series Defeat

Pakistan Cricket Team Faces Backlash After Bangladesh Test Series Defeat

By September 5, 2024 0

Pakistan’s recent Test series defeat to Bangladesh has sparked widespread criticism, with captain Babar Azam facing the brunt of the backlash. The team’s poor performance has raised questions about Azam’s leadership, temperament, and ability to deliver under pressure.

Azam’s struggles have been particularly evident in recent months, including the T20 World Cup 2024 and the Bangladesh Test series. His inability to meet expectations has led to doubts about his suitability as captain and his overall skill level.

The criticism has extended beyond the field, with Pakistani YouTubers mocking Azam’s performance. Some have even suggested that he would not be worth a bid of Rs 130 in the Indian Premier League (IPL), where Pakistani players are not allowed to participate.

Meanwhile, Pakistan Test skipper Shan Masood has acknowledged the team’s shortcomings and apologized to the nation. He admitted that the team was not prepared for the rigors of red-ball cricket and that they need to improve their fast bowling stocks.

Masood emphasized the need to develop a pool of fast bowlers who regularly play red-ball cricket. He also acknowledged the absence of Shaheen Afridi in the second Test and the failure of the team’s new faces to step up.

Going forward, Masood believes the team must focus on improving their Test cricket performance. He stressed the importance of tolerating failures and giving consistent chances to players who are committed to the red-ball format.

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Pakistan's Test Cricket Woes Deepen with Historic Defeat to Bangladesh

Pakistan’s Test Cricket Woes Deepen with Historic Defeat to Bangladesh

By September 5, 2024 0

Pakistan’s Test cricket woes reached a new low on Tuesday as they suffered a humiliating 2-0 series defeat at the hands of Bangladesh. It was the first time the Tigers had ever triumphed in a Test series against Pakistan, marking a historic low for the once-formidable side.

The series loss has sparked widespread criticism, with former batter Salman Butt emerging as a vocal critic. However, Butt has taken aim at those who have called for Pakistan’s batters to increase their strike rate in Test cricket.

“The strike rate mafia and intent mafia are basically illiterates of cricket,” Butt said in a video on his YouTube channel. “They have no idea about the format they are talking about.”

Butt argued that Test cricket is about patience and building partnerships, not about scoring runs quickly. “You lose within four days and come back, what are you going to do by playing fast? You played just 46 overs. What hurry do you have? Why don’t you understand that your job is to bat long?”

Butt also questioned the logic of comparing Pakistan’s batters to the likes of Joe Root, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma, who are known for their aggressive approach in limited-overs cricket. “Do the greats of the game play like highlights? Do they score runs in this fashion?” he asked.

Pakistan’s Test ranking has plummeted to eighth, their lowest since 1965. The series loss to Bangladesh is the latest in a string of setbacks for the side, which has also suffered a historic whitewash in their two-match home Test series against England.

The defeat has had a significant impact on the ICC World Test Championship standings. Bangladesh’s 2-0 series win has seen them leapfrog England to number four, while Pakistan has dropped to eighth position.

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Pakistan Cricket Hits New Low with 2-0 Whitewash to Bangladesh

Pakistan Cricket Hits New Low with 2-0 Whitewash to Bangladesh

By September 4, 2024 0

Pakistan cricket has hit a new low after suffering a humiliating 2-0 whitewash at the hands of Bangladesh in a recently concluded Test series. The defeat marks the first time Bangladesh has ever won a Test series against Pakistan, and it has sent shockwaves through the cricketing world.

Shan Masood, Pakistan’s Test captain, has become the first captain from the nation to lose his first five Test matches. He was appointed as skipper in November last year after Babar Azam stepped down from the role. Masood’s record is even worse than that of Javed Burki, who lost his first three Test matches as Pakistan captain.

Masood has acknowledged the need for consistency in selection and the importance of finding players who can be automatic selections based on current form. However, he has also expressed confidence in his ability to make the necessary changes to improve the team’s performance.

“I am not worried for my job security,” Masood said. “I took this job to make the changes we believe will help this team. If I believe this team can go in a certain direction, even if my personal failure takes Pakistan in that direction, I will be content.”

Pakistan’s Test ranking has also plummeted to its lowest point in nearly six decades, falling to eighth place after the defeat to Bangladesh. The team now has no bowlers ranked in the top 10, and only one batter, Mohammad Rizwan, remains in the top 10.

The defeat has raised serious questions about the future of Pakistan cricket. The team has struggled for consistency in recent years, and the loss to Bangladesh has exposed some deep-seated problems. Masood and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will need to work together to find solutions and rebuild the team’s confidence.

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Pakistan Captain Shan Masood Denies Rift with Shaheen Shah Afridi

Pakistan Captain Shan Masood Denies Rift with Shaheen Shah Afridi

By September 4, 2024 0

Pakistan Captain Shan Masood Dismisses Rift Rumors with Shaheen Shah Afridi

Pakistan cricket captain Shan Masood has vehemently denied rumors of a rift between him and star fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi. The speculations arose after Afridi was omitted from the playing XI for the second Test against Bangladesh.

The rumors intensified when a video clip from the first Test emerged, showing Afridi seemingly brushing off Masood’s hand from his shoulder. However, Masood has clarified that there was no disagreement between the two.

“There are no issues between us,” Masood said. “Shaheen had his arms around my back, but he politely removed my hand from his shoulder because it was sore after being hit by a ball during our innings.”

Masood also refuted claims that Afridi was dropped for the second Test due to the incident. “We had a good discussion with Shaheen,” Masood explained. “We told him he remains our best bowler and needs to work on finding his best rhythm and form.”

The Pakistan captain also dismissed suggestions that he was concerned about his future as Test captain. “I don’t think about these things,” Masood said. “Being made captain is a privilege, and until I am captain, my only focus is to take the team forward.”

Masood acknowledged the team’s disappointing performance in the Bangladesh series, which they lost 2-0. “Losing to Bangladesh is totally unacceptable for us,” he said. “We need to improve our performance and work hard to regain our winning ways.”

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Bangladesh Skipper Shanto Sleeps Beside Trophy After Historic Test Sweep

Bangladesh Skipper Shanto Sleeps Beside Trophy After Historic Test Sweep

By September 4, 2024 0

Bangladesh’s historic Test series sweep over Pakistan has been celebrated with a heartwarming gesture by skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto. Following in the footsteps of Indian captain Rohit Sharma, Shanto shared a photo on social media of himself asleep beside the series trophy, accompanied by the caption “Good morning.”

This light-hearted moment has drawn comparisons to Rohit Sharma’s iconic post after India’s T20 World Cup 2024 victory, where he was seen sleeping next to the trophy in a hotel room in Barbados. Both posts symbolize the immense joy and relief after hard-fought victories.

Bangladesh’s 2-0 triumph over Pakistan marks their first-ever Test series win against their South Asian rivals. It also ends a 12-match winless streak against Pakistan and is only their fourth-ever series whitewash in Test history. More significantly, it is their first against a top-tier cricketing nation like Pakistan, making them only the second team after England to achieve a clean sweep in a Test series in Pakistan.

The Bangladesh team’s victory was hard-earned, especially after being reduced to 26/6 in the second Test. However, led by centurion Litton Das and all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who was instrumental with both bat and ball, Bangladesh staged an incredible comeback. Miraz’s five-wicket haul in the second Test was pivotal in dismantling Pakistan’s batting lineup, paving the way for this momentous win.

Bangladesh’s success is a testament to their growing strength in Test cricket. They have now won four of their last six Test series, including victories over New Zealand, Sri Lanka, and West Indies. This series sweep over Pakistan is a major milestone for Bangladesh cricket and will undoubtedly boost their confidence going forward.

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Former PCB Chairman Denies Player Groupings, Defends Captaincy Decisions

Former PCB Chairman Denies Player Groupings, Defends Captaincy Decisions

By September 4, 2024 0

Zaka Ashraf, the former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman, has vehemently denied allegations of player groupings and rifts within the national team during his tenure. Ashraf’s comments come amidst ongoing scrutiny of his decisions, particularly the appointment of Shaheen Shah Afridi as T20 captain and Shan Masood as Test captain after the 2023 ODI World Cup.

Ashraf maintains that there were no divisions between Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi following his decision to appoint Afridi as T20 captain. “There were no differences between Babar Azam or Shaheen even after I decided to have the latter as the T20 captain,” Ashraf asserted.

He further claims that the team’s unity improved after Babar Azam was relieved of his captaincy duties. “No, the unity didn’t end (after removing Babar Azam as captain). In fact, the unity improved. When we told him to play as a player, which is his talent, but as a captain, his performance is not good, he agreed,” Ashraf explained.

However, Shaheen Afridi’s tenure as T20 captain was short-lived, as he was sacked after a single series in New Zealand. He was also dropped for the second Test against Bangladesh due to poor form. The PCB subsequently reinstated Babar Azam as T20 skipper.

Ashraf also defended his decision to appoint Shan Masood as Test captain and Muhammad Hafeez as team director. He described Hafeez as “a very honest man” and denied any player groupings. “The team was good. And, we brought Shan Masood as the captain. He was a very good captain. He is still a very good player. He is still a captain in England’s counties,” Ashraf said.

Regarding Shaheen Afridi’s appointment as T20 captain, Ashraf stated, “I made Shaheen Shah the captain of the T20I team. That was also a very good decision.”

Ashraf, who headed the interim cricket management committee from June to January, believes he made the right decision to bring in Hafeez as team director. “Mohammad Hafeez is an excellent cricketer and a very honest person, we brought him along. Umar Gul, Saeed Ajmal, and these players, we brought them along so that the coaching staff is with the team,” he added.

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Pakistan's Cricket Team Plummets to Historic Low in ICC Test Rankings

Pakistan’s Cricket Team Plummets to Historic Low in ICC Test Rankings

By September 4, 2024 0

Pakistan’s cricket team has plummeted to its lowest ranking in over half a century, falling to eighth place in the ICC Test rankings after a humiliating series loss to Bangladesh. This marks the first time Pakistan has ever lost a Test series to Bangladesh.

The two-match series, held in Rawalpindi, saw Pakistan suffer a crushing 10-wicket defeat in the first Test and a 6-wicket loss in the second. The defeats have resulted in Pakistan dropping two places in the rankings, below West Indies, and accumulating a mere 76 rating points.

This is the lowest rating Pakistan has held since 1965, excluding a brief period when they were not ranked due to an insufficient number of matches. Bangladesh’s successful chase of 185 in the second Test was the third-highest by any visiting team in Pakistan.

Despite their impressive performance, Bangladesh did not receive a significant boost in the rankings, remaining in ninth place. However, the series victory has solidified their position in the World Test Championship cycle 2023-25, where they now rank fourth behind India, Australia, and New Zealand.

Bangladesh’s success in the series has earned them 13 rating points, bringing their total to 33. They will now shift their focus to a two-Test series against India, commencing on September 19 in Chennai.

In the World Test Championship, teams are ranked based on the percentage of points they win. A victory earns 12 points, a draw earns 4 points, and a tie earns 6 points.

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Pakistan Cricket in Crisis: Former Players Blame PCB Leadership

Pakistan Cricket in Crisis: Former Players Blame PCB Leadership

By September 4, 2024 0

Pakistan’s recent Test series defeat against Bangladesh has sparked widespread criticism, with former players and fans alike blaming the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and its leadership for the team’s decline. Ex-wicketkeeper Rashid Latif has singled out former PCB chairmen for their role in the team’s struggles.

Latif criticized the frequent changes in leadership, questioning the decisions to remove Babar Azam as captain and appoint Shan Masood in his place. He also questioned the appointment of Zaka Ashraf as PCB chairman, accusing him of dividing the team and making poor decisions.

Ashraf, in his defense, claimed that the team’s unity improved after Babar’s removal as captain. However, Latif dismissed this, stating that the team began to disintegrate after Babar’s resignation. He also criticized Ashraf for appointing Masood as captain, alleging that it was done to break the team.

Latif further criticized the role of former captain and coach Misbah-ul-Haq, who returned to the PCB as an advisor and headed a cricket committee. He questioned Misbah’s influence on team selection and captaincy decisions.

The victory for Bangladesh, which came after they recovered from a precarious position in the second Test, highlighted the weaknesses in the Pakistani team. Rookie pacers Hasan Mahmud and Nahid Rana combined to take nine wickets and bowl out Pakistan for 172, setting up an easy victory for the visitors.

Latif called for accountability and transparency in the PCB, suggesting that the chairman’s role should be limited and that they should not have the power to appoint captains or form selection committees. He also criticized the lack of cricket knowledge among PCB officials.

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