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Watch: Wasim Akram Loses Cool, Kicks Sofa In Anger After Karachi Kings Lose In PSL

Karachi Kings president, Wasim Akram, lost his cool after his side lost to Multan Sultans by 3 runs in a league match of the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL). The defeat was Karachi's fourth in just five PSL outings so far, with three of those have been while chasing. Losing close encounters while chasing clearly took its toll on Akram as the former Pakistan captain kicked a sofa, which was kept in front of him. The moment was captured on live television, and has gone viral on social media.

'Was Offered Captaincy In 2002 But...': Shoaib Akhtar On Why He Never Led Pakistan

Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar has revealed that he had a chance to become the captain of the national team, but refused to take on the responsibility due to various reasons. Regarded as one of the greatest fast bowlers, Akhtar still holds the record for the fastest delivery in the history of cricket, clocking in at 161kph against New Zealand in 2002. During a recent appearance on a local news channel, Akhtar disclosed that he had turned down an opportunity to become the captain of Pakistan in 2002.

"Trying Too Hard...": Shahid Afridi Finds Shortcomings In Star Pakistan Pacer Shaheen Afridi's Bowling

Karachi Kings registered a 67-run victory over Lahore Qalandars in their previous Pakistan Super League match on Sunday. Asked to bat first, the Kings posted a total of 185/5 in 20 overs after James Vince smashed 46 off 36 balls. Apart from him, skipper Imad Wasim also scored 35 off 19 balls. Later, Qalandars were bundled out for 118 after Akif Javed took a four-wicket haul. The match turned out to be major disappointment for Qalandars' skipper Shaheen Afridi as the star pacer conceded 39 runs in his four-over spell and could scalp only wicket.

'It's a mental game': Underdog Proteas hope to break semi-final hoodoo against England

Proteas opener Laura Wolvaardt says it will come down to the mental strength of the Women's T20 World Cup hosts ahead of their semi-final against England at Newlands on Friday.

Jay Shah To Attend Women's T20 World Cup Semi-Final Between India And Australia: Report

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Jay Shah will attend the Women's T20I World Cup semi-final match between India and Australia on Thursday to extend his support to the Harmanpreet Kaur-led side. India will take on unbeaten Australia on Thursday in the Women's T20I World Cup semi-final match at the Newlands in Cape Town. Shah has been spotted many times supporting team India in the ICC tournaments. So it won't be a surprise for many to see him in the stands cheering for the Indian team with all his might.

We know how to play ODIs, we need to do well in other formats too: Bangladesh coach Hathurusingha

Bangladesh coach Chandika Hathurusingha wants the team to do well in Tests and T20 Internationals too. Bangladesh have performed best in 50-over matches in recent years but Hathurusingha said the team needed to lift its game elsewhere."Test cricket is very competitive. T20 is more popular now. So we have to find our own game plan," Hathurusingha, who is returning as Bangladesh coach again, said."As a nation, we know how to play ODI cricket. We need to do well in other formats as well," he added.Hathurusingha said on Wednesday that he did not intend to shake up the team, despite his tempestuous relationship with top players during his first stint at the helm.

"Aggression Should Not Be Shown...": Babar Azam Reacts On Face-off With Mohammad Amir In PSL

Pakistan cricket team captain Babar Azam's face-off with star pacer Mohammad Amir was a highlight in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) recently. Karachi Kings' pacer Mohammad Amir was hit for a four by Peshawar Zalmi skipper Babar Azam on the penultimate ball the sixth over of the game. After that the left-arm pacer bowled a dot delivery and then collected the ball on the follow through. Soon after, Amir vented his frustration out by throwing the ball in anger at Babar's direction.

Former Kent overseas fast bowler Matt Henry to return to England this summer to play for Somerset

Former Kent overseas fast bowler Matt Henry will be back in England this summer - but not representing The Spitfire Ground outfit.

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Watch: Wasim Akram Loses Cool, Kicks Sofa In Anger After Karachi Kings Lose In PSL

'Was Offered Captaincy In 2002 But...': Shoaib Akhtar On Why He Never Led Pakistan

"Trying Too Hard...": Shahid Afridi Finds Shortcomings In Star Pakistan Pacer Shaheen Afridi's Bowling

'It's a mental game': Underdog Proteas hope to break semi-final hoodoo against England

Jay Shah To Attend Women's T20 World Cup Semi-Final Between India And Australia: Report

We know how to play ODIs, we need to do well in other formats too: Bangladesh coach Hathurusingha

"Aggression Should Not Be Shown...": Babar Azam Reacts On Face-off With Mohammad Amir In PSL

Former Kent overseas fast bowler Matt Henry to return to England this summer to play for Somerset