Karthik Meiyappan and Muhammad Waseem set UAE back on course in Asia Cup qualifying
Karthik Meiyappan inspired UAE to a victory over Singapore in Muscat that kept alive their chances of qualification for the Asia Cup.
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Shaheen Afridi Ruled Out Of Asia Cup: Mohammad Amir Trends On Twitter, Asks "But Why"
Pakistan were given a body blow on Saturday as ace speedster Shaheen Shah Afridi was ruled out of the upcoming Asia Cup due to an injury. The 22-year-old has been advised rest for upcoming 4-6 weeks and hence he would be missing the Asia Cup and home series against England. After the pacer was ruled out of the Asia Cup, another Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir started trending on Twitter as fans wanted Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to name him as Shaheen's replacement.
For India Clash, Afridi's Absence A Big Setback For Pakistan. Inzamam Explains
Pakistan will be looking to emulate their performance from the 2021 T20 World Cup against India when they clash with the arch rivals in the Asia Cup on August 28th. Pakistan beat India comprehensively by 10 wickets last year and the architect of that win was left-arm pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi as he destroyed India's top order.
PHF launches probe into corruption allegations against former star player Shahbaz Ahmed
Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has launched a probe into the corruption allegations against former secretary and legendary player Shahbaz Ahmed, its chief said on Monday. PHF President Brig (retd) Khalid Sajjad Khokar, who was re-elected to the top job last week, confirmed at a press conference that there were charges of corruption against Shahbaz who was famous for his spectacular dribbling skills during his playing days. "Yes, there are serious charges of corruption against Shahbaz including misuse of funds and an inquiry is being held against him.
Bangladesh Strip Head Coach Russell Domingo Of T20 Role Days Before Asia Cup
Bangladesh stripped head coach Russell Domingo of his role overseeing the Twenty20 side and told him to focus on Test and one-day international cricket, just days before the Asia Cup. Bangladesh Cricket Board president Nazmul Hassan said that former Indian cricketer Sridharan Sriram, named last week as the technical consultant, will look after the T20 side. "Russell Domingo won't be part of the T20 set-up. He will be with ODIs and Tests," Nazmul told a press briefing in Dhaka. "There's no 'head coach' for the T20 side," he added.
Bangladesh strip head coach Domingo of T20 role days before Asia Cup
Asia Cup. Bangladesh Cricket Board president Nazmul Hassan said that former Indian cricketer Sridharan Sriram, named last week as the technical consultant, will look after the T20 side. "Russell Domingo won't be part of the T20 set-up.
Fan Asks Shahid Afridi About Virat Kohli Not Scoring Century, His Reply Is Pure Gold
Former Pakistan captain and all-rounder Shahid Afridi interacted with his fans on Twitter recently. As is the case with Pakistani players, they are asked a lot of questions about Indian cricket and cricketers. One fan asked Afridi about his take on Virat Kohli not scoring an international century for over 1000 days.
Asia Cup: Mohammad Hasnain To Replace Shaheen Afridi In Pakistan Squad
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Monday confirmed that Mohammad Hasnain will be replacing Shaheen Shah Afridi in the squad for the upcoming Asia Cup. 22-year-old Hasnain has represented Pakistan in 18 T20Is in which he has taken 17 wickets. Hasnain will join the side from the United Kingdom, where he is representing Oval Invincibles in The Hundred competition.