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Babar Azam Snubbed From List As Ex-Captain Names Fittest Players Of Pakistan

As the Pakistan senior men's national team gets ready for their home series against Bangladesh, the focus has shifted to fitness after the issue raised a lot of controversy ahead of the T20 World Cup when the team underwent training at an Army camp. The fitness of the players is again a matter of discussion ahead of the Test series against Bangladesh with former Pakistan captain Salman Butt picking the three fittest players in the squad. Incidentally, Salman Butt's list of most fit Pakistan cricketers does not include white-ball skipper Babar Azam.

40 Hours Before Match, Pakistan Announces Playing XI For First Test vs Bangladesh

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Monday announced their playing eleven for their first Test match against Bangladesh. The two-match Test series will kick off on August 21 at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The two Tests against Bangladesh will mark the first assignment of Jason Gillespie as Pakistan's Test coach. The second Test of the two-match series is set to be played from August 30 to September 3 in Karachi.

Pakistan Cricket Board To Host Second Test Against Bangladesh Without Spectators

In a decision reminiscent of the COVID-19 days, the Pakistan Cricket Board has decided to host the second Test against Bangladesh at the National Stadium in Karachi behind closed doors. The PCB said the difficult decision had been taken due to the ongoing construction work at the venue in preparation for the ICC Champions Trophy early next year. "We understand the vital role that our passionate spectators play in cricket, providing inspiration and motivation to our players. However, the health and safety of our fans is our utmost priority," the board said in a statement.

PCB Turns Down NOC Request From Players To Play In Global T20 League

The Pakistan Cricket Board has turned down requests for No Objection Certificate from senior players Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan and Shaheen Shah Afridi to participate in the Global T20 League, citing the hectic international calendar. “The PCB had received NOC requests from Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan and Shaheen Afridi for the Global T20 event, amongst other players. “After taking into consideration Pakistan's busy and packed cricket calendar in the period from August 2024 to March 2025, which includes nine ICC World Test Championship matches and next year's ICC Champions Trophy 2025, and following consultations with the three players as well as the national selection committee, it has been decided to decline their requests,” the board said in a statement.

Harbhajan Singh Furious As Pakistan Journalist Asks "Who's Better, MS Dhoni Or Mohammad Rizwan?"

Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has lambasted a Pakistan cricket fan and journalist Farid Khan for comparing Pakistan wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan with former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni and asking who is better. In a post on X, formerly Twitter, Farid Khan, who lists himself as having worked for the Pakistan Cricket Board, Pakistan Super League, Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2024, and T10 Global League, made the comparison of Rizwan with the former India great.

'No Decision On Babar Azam', PCB Chairman To Take Feedback From Former Cricketers

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi will be meeting former cricketers to hold discussions regarding the country's domestic cricket system, Geo News reported, citing sources. According to the report, around 30-35 international cricketers will meet the PCB chairman on Monday. They will give their feedback and suggestions to improve the domestic cricket structure in the country. The expected meeting is being held in light of the recent criticism by some sections of fans and former Pakistan cricketers on the Men in Green's performance in the T20 World Cup 2024.

Pakistan Legend Defends Babar Azam, Lashes Out At Other Pakistan Players

Pakistan World Cup winner Mushtaq Ahmed praised under-fire Pakistan captain Babar Azam, and stated that he requires contributions from the rest of the players. He went on to ask that more respect be shown towards Babar. Babar and the rest of the Pakistan team were heavily criticised by former players, experts and fans as Pakistan crashed out of the 2024 T20 World Cup after the group stage. However, Mushtaq Ahmed rushed to Babar's defence, stating that he has increased his aggression.

"We Deserve This": Mohammad Rizwan's Blunt Admission On Pakistan's Criticism Over T20 World Cup Disaster

The post-mortem of the Pakistan cricket team, following the disastrous T20 World Cup show, has been long and brutal to say the least. Pakistan were thought to be the dark horse, but failed to even get out of the group stage. Pakistan were stunned by tournament co-hosts and debutants USA in their tournament opener, before losing to arch-rivals in a nail-biting clash. Pakistan's defeats saw them miss out on Super 8 qualification, with the result sparking an uproar from current and former cricketers.

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Babar Azam Snubbed From List As Ex-Captain Names Fittest Players Of Pakistan

40 Hours Before Match, Pakistan Announces Playing XI For First Test vs Bangladesh

Pakistan Cricket Board To Host Second Test Against Bangladesh Without Spectators

PCB Turns Down NOC Request From Players To Play In Global T20 League

Harbhajan Singh Furious As Pakistan Journalist Asks "Who's Better, MS Dhoni Or Mohammad Rizwan?"

'No Decision On Babar Azam', PCB Chairman To Take Feedback From Former Cricketers

Pakistan Legend Defends Babar Azam, Lashes Out At Other Pakistan Players

"We Deserve This": Mohammad Rizwan's Blunt Admission On Pakistan's Criticism Over T20 World Cup Disaster