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Nepotism and favoritism: What ails Pakistan cricket

NEW DELHI: There has been discussion regarding the intrusion of politics into sports as a result of Pakistan's dismal recent results in international cricket. It is argued that nepotism at the top is impeding progress on the field.

The Times of India

Politics In Sport Diagnosed As Pakistan Cricket's Problem

Pakistan's dire recent performances in international cricket have sparked debate over the invasion of politics in sport, with claims nepotism at the top is sabotaging success on the field.

International Business Times

'Pakistan cricket is at a crossroads': Defeats against Bangladesh hurt the nation

Pakistan cricket team faced a devastating blow on Wednesday as they suffered their maiden Test series loss against Bangladesh, marking the latest in a series of disappointing performances that have brought the sport to its lowest point in the nation.

The Times of India

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Poor results, instability, chaos: What’s wrong with Pakistan cricket?

A first Test series loss to Bangladesh, a revolving door captaincy policy and no ICC title in seven years. Why?

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'Mohsin Naqvi has absolutely no idea about cricket': Pakistan cricketer Ahmad Shahzad slams PCB chairman

NEW DELHI: Pakistan cricketer Ahmad Shahzad has criticized Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi for his handling of the team following the shocking 10-wicket loss to Bangladesh in the first Test at Rawalpindi. Shahzad questioned Naqvi's understanding of cricket and expressed disappointment with his leadership decisions, particularly highlighting Pakistan's…

The Times of India

'We want to fix our problems, but...': PCB chief highlights major issues in Pakistan cricket team

NEW DELHI: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi expressed frustration over the lack of quality backup players following Pakistan's 10-wicket loss to Bangladesh in the first Test. This defeat, which occurred at Rawalpindi, marked Bangladesh's first-ever Test victory against Pakistan in 14 attempts and underscored Pakistan's ongoing difficulties in…

The Times of India

Gunmen kill at least 31 people in 2 separate attacks in restive southwestern Pakistan

Police and officials in Pakistan say gunmen in the country's restive southwest have killed at least 31 people in two separate attacks

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Gunmen kill at least 39 in multiple attacks in southwestern Pakistan

Gunmen killed at least 39 people in multiple attacks in Pakistan’s Baluchistan province on Monday, police said. The figure includes at least 23 people who were killed after gunmen forced them off buses and vehicles in Pakistan’s Musakhail district, in one of the deadliest attacks in the soutwestern province.

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Champions Trophy won't be disrupted by stadiums' revamps: PCB

NEW DELHI: The media's claims that the three stadiums slated to host the Champions Trophy next year won't be finished on time have been refuted by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), which has stated that only domestic and bilateral Test matches could be impacted.

The Times of India

'Misleading': PCB blasts media reports claiming rescheduling of 2025 ICC Champions Trophy

NEW DELHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday issued a strong rebuttal against recent media reports alleging potential date changes for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, scheduled to be held in Pakistan early next year.

The Times of India

Afghanistan confirms participation in 2025 Champions Trophy

NEW DELHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has received a significant endorsement in its endeavour to host the ICC Champions Trophy in the coming year. This support came from Afghanistan, which has pledged to take part in the tournament.

The Times of India

Wahab Riaz, Abdul Razzaq deny allegations of bias towards certain Pakistan players in T20 World Cup

Wahab Riaz and Abdul Razzaq vehemently denied the accusations of showing favoritism towards specific Pakistan players and pressuring fellow selectors to follow their lead during the T20 World Cup. The Pakistan Cricket Board terminated the services of both former Test cricketers as selectors on Wednesday.

The Times of India

Kirsten, Gillespie given free hand by PCB to turn fortunes of Pakistan cricket: Sources

NEW DELHI: Following Pakistan's disappointing performance in the T20 World Cup, Mohsin Naqvi, the Pakistan Cricket Board chairman, met with head coaches Gary Kirsten and Jason Gillespie on Tuesday. Sources indicate that Naqvi granted the coaches complete autonomy to turn the team's fortunes around.

The Times of India

Despite T20 World Cup debacle, 'major surgery' unlikely in Pakistan Cricket; only 'cosmetic changes'

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.

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'We deserve this criticism': Mohammad Rizwan on Pakistan's poor T20 World Cup show

NEW DELHI: Pakistan's opener Mohammad Rizwan reflected on his team's poor performance at the ICC T20 World Cup held in the West Indies and the USA. He acknowledged that the team deserves criticism for failing to advance in the tournament and recognized Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi's right…

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Pakistan Cricket Board to revert back to previous selection committee system after T20 World Cup disappointment

NEW DELHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is reverting to its previous selection committee system after the recent T20 World Cup experiment without a chief selector resulted in poor outcomes.

The Times of India

'Three groups in the team; Afridi unhappy, Rizwan unhappy, Babar unable to unite players': Pakistan's recipe for World Cup disaster

NEW DELHI: Pakistan's shock early exit from the ongoing 2024 ICC T20 World Cup is being attributed to internal team "groupings" and the underperformance of senior players. This situation may prompt significant changes not only within the team but also in the Pakistan Cricket Board.

The Times of India

T20 World Cup: ICC relocates Pakistan team to new hotel - here's why

NEW DELHI: The ICC has responded to a complaint from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) by relocating the Pakistan cricket team to a hotel nearer to the match venue in New York for their upcoming T20 World Cup fixtures.

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PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi delays Pakistan's T20 World Cup squad announcement

NEW DELHI: Pakistan Cricket Board's chairman Mohsin Naqvi on Friday postponed the annpuncement of team for the upcoming T20 World Cup in the Americas, according to sources from Geo News.

The Times of India

Pakistan Cricket Board wants Viv Richards as mentor for national team during T20 World Cup

NEW DELHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is eager to enlist the legendary Vivian Richards as a 'Mentor' for the national team during the upcoming World T20 Cup in the Americas.

The Times of India

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi presents special jerseys to Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi for their respective achievements

NEW DELHI: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi honored skipper Babar Azam and pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi with special jerseys for their remarkable achievements in international cricket.

The Times of India

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi announces whopping cash prize for each player if Pakistan win T20 WC

NEW DELHI: PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi has announced a lucrative incentive for the Pakistan cricket team, stating that each player will receive $100,000 if they emerge victorious in the upcoming T20 World Cup, according to Geo News.

The Times of India

Pak women's team players involved in road accident after breaching camp curfew: PCB

NEW DELHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) revealed that a road accident earlier this month involving members of the national women's team resulted in serious injuries to at least two players.

The Hindu

Pak women’s team players involved in road accident after breaching camp curfew: PCB’s late admission

PCB takes disciplinary action against national women's team members involved in road accident during curfew breach.

The Hindu

Pakistan appoints Gary Kirsten as ODI, T20I head coach, Jason Gillespie in Test

PCB appoints Gary Kirsten and Jason Gillespie as head coaches, emphasizing the value of foreign expertise in Pakistan cricket.

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