Author: Tahir

In a gripping Test match, New Zealand managed to post a total of 235 runs, thanks largely to Daryl Mitchell and Will Young, who both contributed half-centuries. Ravindra Jadeja showcased his exceptional skill and fitness, achieving his 14th five-wicket haul in Tests, while Washington Sundar supported him well with four wickets. Jadeja bowled relentlessly, completing five consecutive overs to help dismantle the New Zealand batting order. Despite missing the influential spinner Mitchell Santner, who had caused India trouble in the previous Test, the New Zealand batsmen found some resistance. Mitchell played a spirited innings, launching three sixes in a flurry…

Lahore Qalandars is proud to announce the appointment of former England fast bowler and ex-Managing Director of Yorkshire County Cricket Club, Darren Gough, as Head Coach. Gough will lead the team in the highly anticipated inaugural Global Super League, set to commence on November 26. The 54-year-old Gough brings a wealth of experience both on and off the field. He enjoyed a distinguished international career, representing England from 1994 to 2006. He retired as England’s leading wicket-taker in ODIs and was a key contributor in Test cricket; his name is among the top four leading bowlers from England across all…

In the Super Sixes tournament held in Hong Kong, Pakistan defeated India by 6 wickets. On Friday, at the Kowloon Cricket Club in Hong Kong, Pakistan chased down the target of 120 runs in just 5 overs without losing a wicket. At the start of the match, Pakistan’s captain Faheem Ashraf won the toss and opted to bowl first. India batted first, scoring 119 runs for the loss of 2 wickets in 6 overs. Chipli was the standout performer for India, scoring 53 runs, while captain Robin Uthappa made 31, Manoj Tiwari scored 17, Kedar Yadav added 8, and Stuart…

The latest news in Pakistan cricket is that the appointment of Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi as Chairman of the PCB has been challenged once again in the Islamabad High Court. According to details, the petition against the appointment of PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi was filed by a citizen, Ahmed Nawaz. Also Read: PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi Confident in Mohammad Rizwan’s Leadership for Australia’s Tour The Islamabad High Court has scheduled the hearing on the petition against the PCB Chairman’s appointment for tomorrow, with Chief Justice Aamer Farooq set to hear the case. The petitioner has claimed that the appointment of the…

South Africa has firmly positioned itself as a leading contender for the 2023-25 World Test Championship final following a convincing 2-0 series victory in Bangladesh. Their recent performances, including a seven-wicket win in Mirpur and a staggering innings and 273-run triumph in Chattogram, mark their first series win in Bangladesh since the 2007-08 season. This achievement also makes South Africa the first team from the “SENA” nations to secure a series victory in Bangladesh since England did so in the 2009-10 season. With a percentage of points (PCT) sitting at 54.17, South Africa currently occupies the fourth spot on the…

In a historic display of dominance, South Africa secured their largest innings victory ever, defeating Bangladesh by an astonishing 273 runs in Chattogram. South Africa’s victory was their first series win in the subcontinent in ten years, and it was also their first series sweep in Asia since 2008. With this emphatic triumph, they climbed to fourth place in the World Test Championship (WTC) points table, solidifying their path to potentially qualifying for the WTC final by needing to win at least three of their upcoming four home Tests this summer. The outstanding performances of South Africa’s batsmen drove their…

In the world of international cricket, coaches and players often share a well-established routine post-match. After leaving the dressing room, they receive their phones from anti-corruption officials and catch up on the outside world during the bus ride home. However, for Pakistan’s head coach, Jason Gillespie, and his high-performance coach, Tim Nielsen, this routine took a sharp turn after the first Test against England in Multan. According to the Australin media Gillespie faced a harsh reality when he learned through a Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) statement circulated on social media that he and captain Shan Masood had been removed from…

Imran Khwaja, a prominent figure in cricket administration, is set to continue as the ICC’s deputy chair, with his new tenure beginning on December 1, 2024—the same day Jay Shah, BCCI secretary, steps into his role as ICC chair. This reappointment underscores Khwaja’s sustained influence within the ICC and marks a period of strong leadership transition in international cricket governance. Khwaja’s association with the ICC Board dates back to 2008, and since assuming the role of deputy chair in 2017, he has been a critical figure in ICC operations. Notably, he held the interim chair position in 2020 after Shashank…

Australia’s head coach Andrew McDonald has solidified his position with a contract extension that will keep him at the forefront of the national men’s cricket team until the end of 2027. This announcement comes as a testament to McDonald’s effective leadership since he succeeded Justin Langer in 2022. Under McDonald’s guidance, Australia has achieved remarkable success, clinching their first ICC World Test Championship title in 2023, followed by victory in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup within the same year. With this contract extension, McDonald will lead the team into the next complete cycle of the World Test Championship (2025-27)…

Pakistan’s Saud Shakeel has made a remarkable leap into the top ten, rising 20 places to secure the 7th position in the batting rankings. This achievement highlights his impressive performance on the international stage. Following closely, New Zealand’s Rachin Ravindra also made strides, advancing eight places to claim the 10th spot. At the top of the batting charts, England’s Joe Root continues to hold the number one position, with New Zealand’s Kane Williamson ranked second. Meanwhile, India’s Yashasvi Jaiswal has ascended to third place after moving up one spot, while Virat Kohli has slipped six positions, now ranked 14th. In…