Fixing-convicted former Pakistan cricket captain withdrawn as consultant PCB has withdrawn Salman Butt as a selection consultant following criticism from fans and experts. Al Jazeera · Dec 3, 2023
Spot-fixing accused Salman Butt's consultancy role abruptly withdrawn by PCB chief selector NEW DELHI: Former international cricketer Salman Butt's appointment as a consultant to chief selector Wahab Riaz by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) was abruptly revoked a day after the announcement, as reported by ESPNcricinfo. The Times of India · Dec 3, 2023
Salman Butt included in national selection panel by PCB NEW DELHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board made a significant move by adding Salman Butt, the disgraced former captain, to the national selection panel ahead of Pakistan's five-match Twenty20 International Series against New Zealand in 2019. The Times of India · Dec 1, 2023
Pakistan cricketers told to ‘prioritise country’ after poor World Cup Star players have been denied permission to play franchise cricket as board doubles down on workload management. Al Jazeera · Nov 29, 2023
Stars expect Pakistan tearaway Rauf to play BBL opener The Melbourne Stars are still expecting Haris Rauf to join them in the BBL despite the Pakistan bowler's tension with his country's cricket authorities. AAP · Nov 28, 2023
PCB expected to delay Haris Rauf's NOC for Big Bash League participation NEW DELHI: In a development that may impact Pakistani pacer Haris Rauf's participation in the Big Bash League (BBL), the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is anticipated to delay the issuance of his No-Objection Certificate (NOC) until December 11, four days after the commencement of the league. The delay has raised… The Times of India · Nov 28, 2023
Pakistan cricketers unhappy with chief selector for not issuing NOCs to play in foreign leagues KARACHI: Several Pakistani cricketers are reportedly unhappy with PCB chief selector Wahab Riaz for delaying the issuance of NOCs to players to compete in foreign leagues, such as the Big Bash League in Australia, leading to tension between the two sides. The Times of India · Nov 26, 2023
'No matter how big a player...': Wahab Riaz issues stern warning as Haris Rauf pulls out of Australia tour NEW DELHI: As pacer Haris Rauf pulled out of Pakistan's upcoming tour of Australia, citing workload issues, chief selector Wahab Riaz issued a stern warning to players to put national duties above everything else. The Times of India · Nov 20, 2023
Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf pulls out of Australia Test series NEW DELHI: Express fast bowler Haris Rauf withdrew from the Pakistan team for the upcoming Test tour of Australia, leading to the inclusion of three uncapped players in the 18-member squad. The Times of India · Nov 20, 2023
Wahab Riaz named Pakistan's new chief selector NEW DELHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board on Friday appointed former pacer Wahab Riaz as the new chief selector after Inzamam-ul-Haq stepped down from the post following allegations of a conflict of interests. The Times of India · Nov 17, 2023
Pakistan Cricket Board names Wahab Riaz as new chief selector The Pakistan Cricket Board named the country’s former fast bowler Wahab Riaz as their new chief selector The Hindu · Nov 17, 2023
EXCLUSIVE: The word pressure is not in Virat Kohli's dictionary; India hot favourites to win World Cup, says Mohammad Amir NEW DELHI: The impact of Virat Kohli's exceptional innings against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2022 remains alive in the memory of every Pakistani cricketer, particularly as they approach the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup. The Times of India · Oct 2, 2023
Naseem Shah has still not performed up to his capability, says Wahab Riaz NEW DELHI: Former Pakistani paceman Wahab Riaz emphasised that the emerging fast bowler Naseem Shah is yet to fully unveil his complete potential and skills. In his ODI career so far, Naseem has claimed an impressive 25 wickets in 10 matches at a remarkable average of 16.12, showcasing his prowess… The Times of India · Aug 28, 2023
Wahab Riaz announces international retirement to focus on franchise cricket KARACHI: Pakistan fast bowler Wahab Riaz on Wednesday announced his retirement from international cricket to focus on playing T20 leagues around the world. The Times of India · Aug 16, 2023
The Hindu · Aug 16, 2023 Pakistan pacer Wahab Riaz announces retirement from international cricket Wahab Riaz retires from int'l cricket to focus on T20 leagues. He played 27 Tests, 91 ODIs, 36 T20s, taking 83, 120 & 34 wickets respectively. He took 5-fers on debut & vs India in 2011 WC, plus a famous spell vs Australia in 2015 WC. Fans will miss him.
The Times of India · Feb 15, 2023 Peshawar Zalmi vs Karachi Kings: Peshawar edge out the Kings in a two-run PSL thriller KARACHI: The Pakistan Super Legue (PSL) witnesed another thrilling finish on Tuesday as Peshawar Zalmi edged out Karachi Kings in a last-over finish to win by two runs.
The Times of India · Feb 5, 2023 Watch: Iftikhar Ahmed smashes six sixes in an over off Wahab Riaz NEW DELHI: Pakistan batter Iftikhar Ahmed joined an exclusive club on Sunday, when the right-hander slammed six successive sixes in an over off pacer Wahab Riaz in an exhibition match organised by Pakistan Super League (PSL) at the Nawab Akbar Bugti Stadium in Quetta.
The Times of India · Oct 23, 2022 T20 World Cup India vs Pakistan: Shaheen Afridi the man who can make the difference If there's one realm of cricket where Pakistan has always been blessed with 'gold-standard' material, it is fast bowling. From the days of Fazal Mahmood in the 1950s to Imran Khan and Sarfaraz Nawaz in the 70s; Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis and Shoaib Akhtar in the 90s and 2000s to…
The Times of India · Oct 20, 2022 Shaheen Afridi and Lockie Ferguson lead five bowlers who can spell doom for batters at T20 World Cup NEW DELHI: Wahab Riaz's extraordinary over to Shane Watson at the Adelaide Oval during the 2015 ODI World Cup will forever remain etched in the memory of those who were fortunate to witness raw aggression at its best.