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"Reality Check": Bangladesh's 1st Test Win Over Pakistan Sparks Meme Fest

In a historic first, Bangladesh on Sunday defeated Pakistan for the first-time ever in a Test, registering an 10-wicket win at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. This was only their seventh win in Tests on overseas conditions, and on the second in Asian soil. The visitors, led by former captain Shakib Al Hasan three-for and Mehidy Hasan Miraz's four-wicket haul, bowled Pakistan out for 146. Chasing 30 to win in Rawalpindi, openers Zakir Hasan and Shadman Islam achieved the target in the final session of Day 5.

Paralympics: Pakistan's Sole Para-Athlete Haider Ali Leaves For Paris

Haider Ali, Pakistan's only para-athlete participating in the upcoming Paris Paralympics, departed for the French capital along with his coach Akbar Ali on Monday. The opening ceremony scheduled on August 28 will mark the official commencement of the Games after the successful conclusion of the Olympics earlier this month. Haider, a native of Gujranwala, will represent Pakistan in the F37 category of the discus throw event on September 6. This will be Haider's fifth appearance at the quadrennial event. He won a gold medal in the discus throw at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics with a throw of 55.26 meters.

"Zimbabar For A Reason": Babar Azam Brutally Trolled For Failing In 1st Test vs Bangladesh

Pakistan batter Babar Azam is going through a poor run of form, especially in Test cricket. He has failed to register any fifty in his last 14 Test innings. It was in December 2022 when Babar hit 161 against New Zealand in a Test in Karachi but since then he has struggled to get runs under his belt. He scored only 289 runs in the last 14 innings at an average of 20.64. In the two innings of the first Test against Bangladesh, Babar scored 0 and 22. The fans on social media lashed out at the former Pakistan captain for his failure.

'My Heart Is Full': Pakistan Pacer Shaheen Afridi On Birth Of His Son Aliyaar

Pakistan pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi said his heart is full and he will forever be thankful to his wife Ansha Afridi after the couple welcomed their first child - Aliyaar. Taking to social media, Shaheen, expressed his gratitude to his supporters for extending their wishes on the addition of a new member to his family. "This moment changes everything! My heart is full and my life just got a whole lot better. 24/08/2024 will always be special to us. Welcome to the world my son, Aliyaar Afridi. I will forever be thankful to my wife for all the pain and suffering she had to endure. She is literally the support system of our little family. I am grateful for all the lovely wishes and prayers coming our way. Remember my little family in your prayers," Shaheen wrote in the post.

Bangladesh Humiliate Pakistan In Their Own Home, Make Test History With 10-Wicket Win

The Bangladesh cricket team brought much-needed respite back home with a historic result in Test cricket. As the country looks to pull itself out of political chaos, its men's cricket team sent a wave of jubilation back home by securing its first-ever victory against Pakistan in Test cricket. Bangladesh and Pakistan have squared off in a total of 13 matches in the longest format of the game, with 12 of them resulting in a loss for the Bangla Tigers, while one ended in a draw. The opening Test of the 2-match series in Rawalpindi, however, produced a first for Bangladesh, who secured a 10-wicket victory.

"Expected The Pitch To...": Shan Masood On Controversial Selection Call As Pakistan Lose First-Ever Test vs Bangladesh

Pakistan captain Shan Masood on Sunday defended the decision to select four pace bowlers and no specialist spinner for the first Test, which the hosts lost to Bangladesh by 10 wickets. It was Pakistan's first ever defeat against Bangladesh in a Test. Masood, who failed with the bat in both innings, refused to admit that it was a bad call to go in without a specialist spinner even after Shakib ul Hasan and Mehidy Hasan Miraz shared seven wickets on the final day to bowl out Pakistan for just 146 runs.

Watch: Shaheen Afridi Takes 1st Wicket After Becoming Father. Celebration Goes Viral

Shaheen Afridi has become a father now. The Pakistan star pacer and his wife Ansha Afridi welcomed a baby boy on Saturday. Given that Afridi is currently playing for Pakistan in the first Test against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi, the fast bowler could not make it to his family immediately. However, while performing on the ground too, Afridi found it hard to control his emotions, something which was evident when he claimed his first wicket after becoming a father.

If Jay Shah Becomes ICC Chairman, DDCA President Rohan Jaitely Likely To Be BCCI Secretary: Report

BCCI secretary Jay Shah is likely to become the nest ICC chairman. According to several reports, he has emerged as the leading candidate to succeed Greg Barclay in the top post. To secure his nomination, the ICC requires a proposer and a seconder. Reports indicate that England and Australia are likely to back Shah's candidature, further solidifying his bid for the top position.

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"Reality Check": Bangladesh's 1st Test Win Over Pakistan Sparks Meme Fest

Paralympics: Pakistan's Sole Para-Athlete Haider Ali Leaves For Paris

"Zimbabar For A Reason": Babar Azam Brutally Trolled For Failing In 1st Test vs Bangladesh

'My Heart Is Full': Pakistan Pacer Shaheen Afridi On Birth Of His Son Aliyaar

Bangladesh Humiliate Pakistan In Their Own Home, Make Test History With 10-Wicket Win

"Expected The Pitch To...": Shan Masood On Controversial Selection Call As Pakistan Lose First-Ever Test vs Bangladesh

Watch: Shaheen Afridi Takes 1st Wicket After Becoming Father. Celebration Goes Viral

If Jay Shah Becomes ICC Chairman, DDCA President Rohan Jaitely Likely To Be BCCI Secretary: Report