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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.

'Unfair' Ball Change Controversy Strikes England vs Sri Lanka Test, Angelo Mathews Left Fuming

A controversy erupted from the first Test between England and Sri Lanka in Manchester after the hosts were rewarded by a ball-change decision, that many deemed 'unfair. It all happened during Sri Lanka's batting in the second innings when England took up a new ball, and shifted the momentum in their favour. Veteran Sri Lanka all-rounder Angelo Mathews labelled the incident as a turning point in the game, as England pacers really came to the fore, making the best use of a firmer new cherry.

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.

"Kabutar Ki Tarah...": ICC Umpire Blasts Mohammad Rizwan Over Incessant Appealing

Star Pakistan wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan is one of the finest batters currently. Rizwan, who is currently playing for Pakistan in a two-match Test series against Bangladesh, became the first keeper from his country to score 150 or more in a Test innings since Kamran Akmal in 2009. Apart from being a world class cricketer, Rizwan is also famous for his on-field antics. From fake cramping to incessant appealing behind the sticks, Rizwan can prove to be a bit of nuisance for the umpires.

"Selfish": Pakistan Captain Shan Masood Slammed For 'Awful' Declaration As Bangladesh Take Lead

Pakistan captain Shan Masood has come under the scanner after Bangladesh took a sizeable lead over the hosts in the first innings of the ongoing first Test at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Mohammad Rizwan and Saud Shakeel slammed centuries for Pakistan in the first innings, with the hosts looking in control of the proceedings. However, Shan made a rash declaration when Pakistan were 448/6 on Day 2, leaving Rizwan stranded on 171 not out. While the decision made a lot of sense after the opening day was cut short due to rain, Shan's call seemed to have backfired with the visitors taking a 117-run first innings lead.

Waqar Younis Appointed As One Of Five Mentors For Pakistan's Champions Cup

Former Pakistan cricketer Waqar Younis has been recruited as one of the mentors of the five Champions Cup sides on a three-year contract. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) released an official statement on Monday to confirm that Younis, alongside Misbah-ul-Haq, Saqlain Mushtaq, Sarfaraz Ahmed and Shoaib Malik, will serve as mentors in the Champions Cup, which will kick off in Faisalabad from September 12. "Misbah-ul-Haq, Saqlain Mushtaq, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Shoaib Malik and Waqar Younis were today confirmed as mentors of the five Champions Cup sides on three-year contracts following a transparent and robust recruitment process. Names of their sides and squads will be confirmed in due course," PCB said in a statement.

"Itna Zaleel Hue Hain...": Ex-Pak Star's Epic Meltdown On Defeat Against Bangladesh

Pakistan's loss to Bangladesh in the first Test in Rawalpindi on Sunday has led to some strong reaction from former players. Bangladesh beat Pakistan by 10 wickets to register their first win over their opponents in the longest format of the game. While analysing the match, former Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Kamran Akmal has lashed out at the players and the management for not rectifying their past mistakes. In a brutal rant, Akmal accused the players and officials for Pakistan's global humiliation in world cricket over the last five years.

From District To Global Level, Jay Shah Does The Hard Yards

Jury is still out on where Jay Shah would be placed when India's cricket administrators are judged for their contribution to the game but what would remain undeniable is the no fuss manner in which he made space for himself in the corridors of power first nationally and now globally. The 35-year-old was elected unopposed as the chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC), the youngest ever to reach this position. Those who have seen the workings of BCCI, during his time as Board secretary, are not surprised by the rise and vouch for his ability to connect with players at a personal level.

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

'Unfair' Ball Change Controversy Strikes England vs Sri Lanka Test, Angelo Mathews Left Fuming

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

"Kabutar Ki Tarah...": ICC Umpire Blasts Mohammad Rizwan Over Incessant Appealing

"Selfish": Pakistan Captain Shan Masood Slammed For 'Awful' Declaration As Bangladesh Take Lead

Waqar Younis Appointed As One Of Five Mentors For Pakistan's Champions Cup

"Itna Zaleel Hue Hain...": Ex-Pak Star's Epic Meltdown On Defeat Against Bangladesh

From District To Global Level, Jay Shah Does The Hard Yards