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Pakistan captain Babar Azam admits squad cull caught him by surprise: ‘It was news to me’

Seven of the tourists’ squad were sent home before the third Test at Edgbaston

The Independent UK

Pakistan squad cull came as a surprise to skipper Babar Azam

Heavy defeats at Headingley and Lord’s were met with sweeping changes by the Pakistan Cricket Board.

The Independent UK

Wasim Akram says he helped Irfan Pathan become a better bowler, says he now tweets against Pakistan

Wasim Akram recalled helping Irfan Pathan with bowling tips during India’s 2004 Australia tour. Akram praised Pathan’s early progress but noted that the former India all-rounder now regularly posts about Pakistan on social media. Pathan had a strong record against Pakistan, including a first-over Test hat-trick in Karachi in 2006.

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The day Harrogate ‘burst at the seams’ as Pakistan and India swung into town

This unlikely 1986 match was ‘like a World Cup final’ and for some was the first proof of the Yorkshire immigrant community’s love of cricket

The Guardian - UK

Bangladesh boycott brings a sad reality to T20 World Cup countdown

Swirling force of subcontinental politics and a governing body lacking in credibility has led to a far from joyous situation

The Guardian - UK

'They know me, I know them': Afridi to bring the Heat

Shaheen Afridi, among a crop of Pakistan stars ready to make their mark on the Big Bash League, says Mitchell Starc was a defining figure in his development.

AAP

My first cricket hero was Imran Khan. Now I close my eyes and replay Mitchell Starc’s bullet-paced yorkers

Cricket has always been my lullaby, my shorthand for belonging. And in Starcy I have another legend to admire

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Sublime Starc is last man standing after Australia’s mystifying call to leave out Lyon

Left-armer ran through England again but just how much will Australia regret not selecting their premium spinner at the Gabba?

The Guardian - UK

Mitchell Starc has got England’s number as Ben Stokes faces a dirty dozen in Brisbane

Australia quick is finding new ways to break records as he closes on Pakistan great Wasim Akram’s benchmark for the most Test wickets by a left-arm bowler

The Guardian - AU

Australia star on cusp of left-arm immortality

Fresh from destroying England with 10 wickets in the Ashes opener, Mitchell Starc is on the verge of becoming the greatest left-arm bowler in Test history.

AAP

'Had India played in Pakistan, they ... ': Wasim Akram on venue controversy

NEW DELHI: India’s advantage of playing all their matches in Dubai became a hot topic of debate the moment they kicked off their Champions Trophy campaign. Many questioned whether Team India had an unfair edge, as they played all their games — including the group stage, semifinal, and final —…

The Times of India

'90's ka londa': Waqar Younis hits back at Mohammad Hafeez's 'left nothing for Pakistan' jibe

NEW DELHI: Pakistan pace legend Waqar Younis has taken a dig at former cricketer Mohammad Hafeez after the latter questioned the legacy of stars from the 1990s and early 2000s. Waqar’s response came after Hafeez, during a live television show, claimed that the stars of that era failed to inspire…

The Times of India

'Why do you want to pay me?': Wasim Akram opens up on Pakistan coaching role

NEW DELHI: Pakistan endured a humiliating exit from the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 despite being the host nation. Their campaign got off to a disappointing start with a defeat against New Zealand in their opening match. Any hopes of finishing the tournament on a high were further crushed when their…

The Times of India

'They are not learning nor improving': Wasim Akram blasts Pakistan cricketers after Champions Trophy exit

Former cricketers in Pakistan expressed dismay on Tuesday following the team's group-stage exit from the ICC Champions Trophy, shortly after celebrating the nation's first major tournament hosting in almost three decades.

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Watch: Wasim Akram lauds Abhishek Sharma

NEW DELHI: Legendary Pakistani pacer Wasim Akram met young Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma following India's match versus Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

The Times of India

'Dil ke armaan ...': Shoaib Malik expresses frustration with song after Pakistan's loss to India - Watch

Former Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik found a unique way to express his frustration after Pakistan’s six-wicket defeat to India in their Group A Champions Trophy clash in Dubai on Sunday.

The Times of India

Desert Duels: The five best India-Pakistan ODIs in the UAE

For decades, the UAE has been the battleground of some of the most unforgettable India-Pakistan One-Day International clashes. From the legendary Sharjah thrillers of the 1980s and 1990s to modern-day encounters in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, this neutral turf has witnessed heartbreaks, last-ball finishes and heroic performances. Here are five…

The Times of India

Team without borders: The all-time India-Pakistan ODI dream XI

Once upon a time, cobbling up your own combined India-Pakistan XIs over long afternoons used to be standard practice for cricket fans. That was the era of fierce cross-border rivalries, when the two teams regularly played each other in bilateral contests in addition to the desert derbies in Sharjah.

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Wasim Akram expresses love for ILT20, picks Desert Vipers as favourite team

NEW DELHI: Pakistan bowling legend Wasim Akram has expressed his admiration for the ILT20, calling it an exciting and competitive tournament. The former Pakistan captain praised the league’s high-quality cricket and vibrant atmosphere, stating that he loves attending the event. Akram also revealed his favorite team in the tournament —…

The Times of India

'Bowling average 100 ki aur batting average 9 ki': Wasim Akram on Pakistan's Champions Trophy squad

NEW DELHI: Pakistan selectors on Friday named the squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy scheduled to start from February 19.

The Times of India

'Savour the win!': Wasim Akram lauds Pakistan win against West Indies

NEW DELHI: Pakistan registered a 127-run win against West Indies on the third day of the first Test in Multan on Sunday with their spinners taking all the wickets in Windies' second innings.

The Times of India

Star-powered commentary team to further strengthen ILT20 Season 3

As the International League T20 returns for its highly anticipated third season, bringing renewed excitement and an electrifying cricketing atmosphere, the league and its broadcast partners, ZEE Network, have unveiled a stellar commentary lineup featuring some of the finest cricket minds to enrich the viewers’ experience.

The Times of India

Does Indian cricket have the depth to fill Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma's void? Former Australia batter answers

NEW DLEHI: According to former Australia head coach and two-time World Cup champion Darren Lehmann, Indian cricket has produced a generational superstar in Yashasvi Jaiswal and will continue to be in good health even if Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma decide to quit.

The Times of India

Jasprit Bumrah a right-hand version of Wasim Akram: Justin Langer

NEW DELHI: With a whopping 21 wickets in three Tests, pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has been the centre of attention in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy Down Under.

The Times of India

Watch: Pakistan boy imitates Jasprit Bumrah's bowling action

NEW DELHI: India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah's unique bowling action has inspired many aspiring cricketers worldwide, including in Pakistan. Due to his unconventional, slingy action and exceptional ability to bowl yorkers, several young bowlers in Pakistan have attempted to replicate his style.

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