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Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live Streaming, 2nd Test: When And Where To Watch Match Online?

After a humiliating start to the Test series, the Pakistan cricket team regroups to take on Bangladesh in the second and final Test at Rawalpindi. The hosts suffered their first defeat to the Bangla Tigers in the longest format of the game when the tourists secured a 10-wicket triumph in the first match. The result caused plenty of uproar in Pakistan, prompting the management to take some harsh selection calls too. Marquee pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi is out from the Pakistan team for the second Test, following the birth of his son.

"When I Saw Highlights...": Ravichandran Ashwin's Brutal Take On Pakistan's Loss vs Bangladesh

India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin does not shy away from a bold comment when talking cricket, and it was no different as he analysed Pakistan's recent loss to Bangladesh in the first Test at Rawalpindi. Pakistan fell to a dramatic Day 5 defeat, losing to Bangladesh for the first time ever in Tests. In the game, Pakistan captain Shan Masood had declared the first innings at 448, despite the team having lost only six wickets. On a flat wicket, Bangladesh went on to post a higher total, before the Pakistan batting collapsed in the second innings. Ashwin expressed his bamboozlement.

Three Pakistan Hockey Players Banned For Life After Seeking Asylum In Europe

Three Pakistan hockey players and a physiotherapist have been banned for life for attempting to seek asylum in a European country after slipping away without the knowledge of the Pakistan Hockey Federation. PHF secretary-general Rana Mujahid confirmed on Thursday that Murtaza Yaqoob, Ihtesham Aslam and Abdur Rahman, along with physiotherapist Waqas, had gone to the Netherlands and Poland last month for the Nations Cup. "When the team returned home and we announced a training camp for the Asian Champions Trophy, the three informed us that due to domestic issues they wouldn't be able to attend the camp," Mujahid said.

PCB Concerned Over Fast Bowler Ihsanullah's Recovery From Injury

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is concerned over young fast bowler Ihsanullah's prolonged recovery from an elbow injury, which has persisted for a year. A reliable PCB source told PTI that senior officials are frustrated with Ihsanullah's recent behavior, particularly after he contradicted a statement made by his father. Ihsanullah's father visited Lahore a few weeks ago to meet with PCB officials, requesting that his son continue his rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) rather than in his hometown of Swat. He informed the media that Ihsanullah also preferred to continue his rehab at the NCA.

Bangladesh Cricket Board Takes Decision On Shakib Al Hasan's Future Amid Murder Case Row

Team Bangladesh is celebrating it's historic 10-wicket win against Pakistan in the first Test of the two-match series in Rawalpindi. It was Bangladesh's first-ever win against Pakistan in a Test match. Amid the series, Bangladesh Cricket Board had received a legal notice to call back and ban star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan, as he has been accused in a murder case. The case was reportedly filed by Rafiqul Islam whose son Rubel was killed on August 7 amid the ongoing protests in Bangladesh.

"Be Afraid Of God": Ex-Pakistan Star Defends Babar Azam, Takes Swipe At PCB

Former Pakistan pacer Tanveer Ahmed has thrown his weight behind star batter Babar Azam amid criticism over his poor form. Babar managed scores of 0 and 22 in the first Test against Bangladesh, a match which Pakistan lost by 10 wickets. While Babar's last century came on 30th August 2023 against Nepal in Multan during the Asia Cup, the player has been on the receiving end of some harsh criticism, especially with Pakistan failing to win games on home soil. However, Tanveer has defended Babar, and instead lashed out at the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for making the star batter a scapegoat amid Pakistan's winless streak in the World Test Championship (WTC).

Pakistan Drop Shaheen Afridi For 2nd Test vs Bangladesh. Head Coach Says "Looking At Best..."

After facing criticism for heavy defeat in the series-opener, Pakistan on Thursday dropped left-arm fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi from the must-win second Test against Bangladesh. Pakistan's team combination, in which they fielded four pacers, also invited sharp criticism from former players, who felt that playing with two spinners was a better option. Head coach Jason Gillispie said Shaheen understands the "situation" and the break will give him quality time with his family.

Three Pakistan Hockey Players Banned For Life After Seeking Asylum In Europe

Three Pakistan hockey players and a physiotherapist have been banned for life for attempting to seek asylum in a European country after slipping away without the knowledge of the Pakistan Hockey Federation. PHF secretary-general Rana Mujahid confirmed on Thursday that Murtaza Yaqoob, Ihtesham Aslam and Abdur Rahman, along with physiotherapist Waqas, had gone to the Netherlands and Poland last month for the Nations Cup. "When the team returned home and we announced a training camp for the Asian Champions Trophy, the three informed us that due to domestic issues they wouldn't be able to attend the camp," Mujahid said.

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Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live Streaming, 2nd Test: When And Where To Watch Match Online?

"When I Saw Highlights...": Ravichandran Ashwin's Brutal Take On Pakistan's Loss vs Bangladesh

Three Pakistan Hockey Players Banned For Life After Seeking Asylum In Europe

PCB Concerned Over Fast Bowler Ihsanullah's Recovery From Injury

Bangladesh Cricket Board Takes Decision On Shakib Al Hasan's Future Amid Murder Case Row

"Be Afraid Of God": Ex-Pakistan Star Defends Babar Azam, Takes Swipe At PCB

Pakistan Drop Shaheen Afridi For 2nd Test vs Bangladesh. Head Coach Says "Looking At Best..."

Three Pakistan Hockey Players Banned For Life After Seeking Asylum In Europe