Author: Waqar Anwar

Babar Azam Steps Down from Captaincy in White Ball CricketBabar Azam, the former Pakistani skipper, has announced his resignation from the captaincy of white-ball cricket. In an Instagram post, the 29-year-old batsman expressed his desire to focus on improving his batting performance. He reflected on his leadership journey, stating it was a pleasure to lead the Pakistani team over the last five years. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) accepted and confirmed Babar’s decision on Tuesday, marking the end of an era for the talented batsman. Afghani Spinner Rashid Khan Ties the Knot in KabulIn a delightful turn of events, former…

It’s been an exciting week for cricket fans! Australia wrapped up the ODI series against England, while the Women’s T20 World Cup started with a bang. Let’s take a look at what happened in the world of cricket this week. Australia vs England ODI Series 2024 Australia beat England in the 5th ODI by 49 runs, winning the series 3-2. Travis Head was the star of the show, being named both Man of the Match and Man of the Series for his great batting and bowling. Ben Duckett put up a strong fight for England, scoring a century, and captain…

The Women’s T20 World Cup is heating up as the race for the semi-finals gets tighter. Thursday’s match between Bangladesh and the West Indies in Sharjah could determine which team stays in the hunt for a semi-final spot. Bangladesh vs West Indies: What’s at Stake In Group B, both teams need a win to stay in the running for the knockout stages. West Indies are coming off a win against Scotland, where their power hitters found form. However, their captain, Hayley Matthews, has struggled and will be looking to make a big impact in this match. Bangladesh, on the other…

India put on a fantastic performance, beating Sri Lanka by 82 runs and knocking them out of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. India’s win keeps their hopes alive for reaching the semi-finals. India’s Strong Start with the Bat India’s top order set the tone early, scoring the highest total of the tournament so far in Dubai. Smriti Mandhana played a superb knock, hitting 50 from 38 balls. She and Shafali Verma (43) put on a partnership of 98 runs for the first wicket. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur then took charge, smashing 52 from just 27 balls, ending India’s innings at…

Get the complete schedule for the India vs Bangladesh T20 series 2024. Find out match timings, venues, and player squads. The Bangladesh cricket team is gearing up to face India in a thrilling T20I series consisting of three matches. This series follows the recently concluded 2-match Test series, which India won convincingly with a 2-0 margin. Below is the detailed schedule for the upcoming Bangladesh vs India T20I series. Schedule T20I Matches Squads India: Bangladesh: Conclusion Najmul Hossein Shanto and his team are determined to regain their dignity after the disappointing defeat in the Test series against India. With the…

Discover the complete fixtures and schedule for the ICC Women T20 World Cup 2024. Get ready for thrilling matches from October 3 to October 20! The ninth edition of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup is set to take place from October 3, 2024, to October 20, 2024, in the United Arab Emirates. A total of 10 teams will compete for the prestigious title of champions. Below is a detailed schedule for this exciting tournament, featuring competitive matches that promise drama and entertainment. Schedule Group Stage Matches Knockout Stage Conclusion Cricket fans are buzzing with excitement as the ICC Women’s…

Pakistan’s bold decision to drop Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Babar Azam for the next two Tests against England signals a significant shift. Discover the reasons behind this major overhaul. Pakistan Drops Shaheen, Naseem, and Babar Azam for Upcoming Tests Against England In a surprising and bold move, Pakistan’s cricket selectors have decided to omit three of the country’s most prominent players—Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Naseem Shah—for the upcoming second and third Tests against England. The selection committee, recently revamped, cited concerns about the players’ form and fitness as the main reasons behind the exclusions. The move follows…

The PCB has revamped its selection committee by appointing Aleem Dar, Aaqib Javed, and Azhar Ali. This move comes amid Pakistan’s challenging home Test series against England. PCB Restructures Selection Committee: Aleem Dar, Aaqib Javed, and Azhar Ali Appointed as New Members The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has once again restructured its selection committee, appointing Aleem Dar, Aaqib Javed, and Azhar Ali as the latest members of the panel. The announcement came shortly after Pakistan suffered a crushing innings defeat against England in the Multan Test. The new appointments mark a significant change as Pakistan aims to rebound from a…

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken a serious stance against Fakhar Zaman, issuing him a show-cause notice for a social media post supporting Babar Azam. The controversy erupted after news broke that Babar had been dropped from Pakistan’s squad for the second and third Tests against England. Fakhar took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his thoughts on the decision before the official announcement from the PCB. Fakhar’s Post Raises Concerns Fakhar expressed concern over the move, calling it “troubling” and arguing that “sidelining arguably the best batter Pakistan has ever produced” could send a “negative message” to the…

New Zealand’s Test squad for the upcoming three-match series against India has suffered a setback as fast bowler Ben Sears has been ruled out due to a knee injury. Jacob Duffy, who is yet to make his Test debut, has been called up as Sears’ replacement. Duffy will head to India on Wednesday, the same day the first Test begins in Bengaluru. Sears’ Knee Injury The decision to rule Sears out came after he experienced pain in his left knee during training in the recent Test series against Sri Lanka. Subsequent scans revealed a meniscus tear, delaying his departure to…