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Crash and burn: Pakistan cricket at a new low after England humiliation

Pakistan cricket hit a fresh low during the dismal 3-0 Test whitewash in England, even if a dazzling cameo by debutant Razaullah at least ensured a tour marred by mid-series sackings ended with a flicker of hope. The PCB banned then-captain Mohammad Yousuf and senior batter Younis Khan for an…

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Joe Root says it is ‘disrespectful’ to suggest Pakistan have shown lack of fight

Pakistan took the unprecedented step of sending seven players plus head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and assistant Umar Gul home during the tour.

The Independent UK

Kevin Pietersen must tread carefully as England mentor after life as an outspoken pundit

The former player’s credentials speak for themselves but the ECB has also taken a risk in employing him until the end of next year

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Azhar Ali: ‘Pakistan cricket cannot change in the space of a year’

One of the stalwarts of the Pakistan team that reached Test No 1 a decade ago tells Ali Martin the current side’s woes go far deeper than this tour of England

The Guardian - UK

11 coaches in 5 years, 7 players out mid-series: Why Pakistan Cricket keeps hitting reset button

Pakistan cricket has initiated another significant overhaul in its team management. Mike Hesson now leads the Test side after Sarfaraz Ahmed's removal following a series loss. Seven players were released from the Test squad, and new replacements were named. This marks a pattern of frequent resets in Pakistan's cricketing structure.…

The Economic Times

Shahid Afridi slams Pakistan’s mid-series meltdown after seven dropped and head coach axed: ‘Most shocking decision ever’

Sweeping changes were announced by Pakistan after falling 2-0 behind to England with another heavy defeat at Lord’s

The Independent UK

Pakistan drop seven players and sack head coach after England defeat

The axed players include Salman Ali Agha, who captained Pakistan in their first Test in Leeds

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Pakistan sack head coach and send seven players home after England Test series defeat

Sarfaraz Ahmed has been sacked after Pakistan’s heavy defeat at Lord’s, with the white-ball coach Mike Hesson stepping in

The Guardian - UK

Sarfaraz Ahmed denies knowing about PCB's threat to end England tour

Sarfaraz Ahmed denied knowing about the Pakistan Cricket Board's tour threat. This alleged threat surfaced after an interview with Imran Khan's sons aired. The sons expressed deep concern for their father's well-being in prison. The Pakistan Cricket Board formally complained to Sky Sports about the interview. The England and Wales…

The Economic Times

Jofra Archer says England’s four-man pace attack might keep him playing until 40

This month’s Test series against Pakistan marks the first time Archer has lined up alongside Ollie Robinson, Josh Tongue and Gus Atkinson.

The Independent UK

Pakistan have pedigree but lack wizardry 10 years on from glorious summer

Tourists return to England having won just two of their last 13 Test series amid rapidly changing personnel

The Guardian - UK

India vs Pakistan at Asia Cup: Three classic matches to relive

A low-scoring thriller, a Shahid Afridi special and a last-over six – Al Jazeera picks three matches you must revisit.

Al Jazeera

England’s Sonny Baker can take heart from cricket’s rich history of less-than-dream debuts

Jimmy Anderson, Adil Rashid and West Indies’ Jediah Blades are among other bowlers to suffer notable early nightmares

The Guardian - UK

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma should be allowed to decide their future: Sarfaraz Ahmed

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed believes Indian cricket stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma should continue their international careers and make their own decisions about retirement.

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'Stay calm and block that noise out': Sarfaraz Ahmed backs Pakistan for high-intensity India clash in Champions Trophy

NEW DELHI: ICC Champions Trophy 2025 event ambassador and former Pakistan skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed has urged the hosts to maintain a smart and intense approach when they face India on February 23 in Dubai.

The Times of India

'Usne jis tarah team ko ladaya tha': Former batter wants this cricketer as Pakistan mentor for India clash in Champions Trophy

NEW DELHI: India and Pakistan are set to clash in the Champions Trophy in Dubai on February 23 and like always it is the most anticipated and eagerly awaited encounter in cricket.

The Times of India

'I know what you are waiting for ...': Pakistan's Sarfaraz Ahmed addresses retirement speculations

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed has addressed speculation about his international cricket future, stating that retiring would be his 'personal decision'.

The Times of India

Shaheen Afridi breaks silence after being dropped from Pakistan Test squad

NEW DELHI: Breaking his silence after being dropped from Pakistan Test squad, pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi hoped that the team lead by Shan Masood would mount a formidable fight in the second Test match against England in Multan.

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PCB defends decision to drop Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah

NEW DELHI: The decision to leave out the top quartet for the final two Test matches against England - batter Babar Azam, former captain Sarfaraz Ahmed, and elite pacers Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah-was supported by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

The Independent UK

Pakistan drop Babar Azam in major shake-up of squad for rest of England series

The 29-year-old last scored a Test century in December 2022 and has a top score of just 41 in 18 subsequent innings.

The Times of India

'Isko 40 overs khila denge': Babar Azam ridiculed by Sarfaraz Ahmed, responds with a century - Watch

Sarfaraz Ahmed tried his best to get under the skin of Babar Azam in a Champions Cup match on Thursday in Faisalabad, but the batting great didn't lose his cool and responded with a century to regain his form, which has been a matter of scrutiny for some time in…

The Times of India

'I understand if you were MS Dhoni...': Ahmed Shehzad slams Pakistan Cricket Board, accuses Babar Azam of favoritism

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.

The Hindu

Litmus test for Kalpana Soren as she makes political debut in Gandey Assembly bypoll

Kalpana Murmu Soren aims to uphold the Soren family's political legacy in the Gandey Assembly bypoll amidst high-profile campaigning.

The Hindu

Hemant Soren wants to anoint wife for CM post before going to jail, claims Babulal Marandi

The ED on last Saturday issued seventh summons to Mr. Soren for questioning in connection with an alleged land scam case.

AAP

Aussies finish rain-interrupted Boxing Day on 3-187

Australia have gone to stumps at 3-187 following a stop-start Boxing Day Test at the MCG against Pakistan.

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