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"Will Just Text Him...": Shahid Afridi, Umar Gul Clarify Stance On 'Aishwarya Rai' Comment

Former Pakistan cricket team skipper Shahid Afridi distanced himself from the controversial statement made by his one-time teammate Abdul Razzaq involving Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. During a recent event, Afridi was in attendance along with Razzaq and former Pakistan fast bowler Umar Gul. Razzaq criticised Babar Azam and Pakistan's performance in the Cricket World Cup 2023 where they failed to reach the semifinals after losing five out of their nine matches. During his analysis, Razzaq made a comment where he namedropped Aishwarya but it was not received well by the internet as he was criticised massively. On Tuesday, Afridi made it clear that he was not aware of exactly he was saying on stage and clarified that he will ask Razzaq to apologise.

"Apologise To Her Personally": Abdul Razzaq On Controversial 'Aishwarya Rai Comment'

Pakistan cricket great Abdul Razzaq triggered a huge controversy as he insulted Indian actress Aishwarya Rai while critcising the performance of Babar Azam's men in the Cricket World Cup 2023. Razzaq's comments triggered a huge storm on social media that saw him earn plenty of flak, not just from fans but also from a few cricketers from both sides of the border. Seeing the controversy over his comments spirlling, the retired cricketer issued an apology, saying his comment on Aishwarya Rai was only a 'slip of tongue'.

On This Day: Sachin Tendulkar Made His International Debut Against Pakistan In Karachi

Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar made his debut on November 15, 1989, at the age of 16 against Pakistan in Karachi and went on a remarkable journey of 24 years which saw him standing at the summit. On this day, Sachin walked out on the field against a fierce Pakistan bowling line-up which included the likes of Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis. He was completely bamboozled by Younis's pace and walked back to the pavilion after scoring 15 runs.

Mohammad Hafeez Likely To Be Replace Inzamam-ul-Haq As PCBs Chief Selector: Report

Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez is front-runner to become chairman of senior selection committee, a post vacated recently by Inzamam ul Haq after allegations of 'Conflict of Interest' surfaced. A source in PCB also said that another Test captain Younis Khan could also get an important designation in the national set-up. Both the former stalwarts along with current players Wahab Riaz and Sohail Tanvir met with Zaka Ashraf, the head of PCB's cricket management committee in Lahore on Tuesday.

"Habit Of Getting Beaten By Shoes": Shahid Afridi, Umar Gul On 'Aishwarya Rai' Comment

Former Pakistan cricket team skipper Shahid Afridi distanced himself from the controversial statement made by his one-time teammate Abdul Razzaq involving Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. During a recent event, Afridi was in attendance along with Razzaq and former Pakistan fast bowler Umar Gul. Razzaq criticised Babar Azam and Pakistan's performance in the Cricket World Cup 2023 where they failed to reach the semifinals after losing five out of their nine matches. During his analysis, Razzaq made a comment where he namedropped Aishwarya but it was not received well by the internet as he was criticised massively. On Tuesday, Afridi made it clear that he was not aware of exactly he was saying on stage and clarified that he will ask Razzaq to apologise.

"Who Put Them In Charge?": Ramiz Raja Slams PCB, Defends Babar Azam Over Poor Run In Cricket World Cup 2023

Former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja slammed the bowlers and the country's cricket board following the team's poor performance in ODI World Cup 2023. The Babar Azam-led side failed to qualify for the semi-finals of the tournament after finishing at the fifth spot in the points table at the end of the league stage. Pakistan lost five of their nine matches that included a disappointing eight-wicket loss at the hands of Afghanistan. Ramiz didn't mince words while slamming the bowlers and the Pakistan Cricket Board.

Cricket World Cup - "Not Needed": Shahid Afridi, Wasim Akram's Sharp Response On Babar Azam's 'Easy To Give Opinion' Comment

The Pakistan cricket team's Cricket World Cup 2023 campaign never really took off. With only four wins in nine matches, the Babar Azam-led Pakistan side finished their Cricket World on a disappointing note. Nothing really worked for the Pakistan cricket team. On top of that there were reports that the Pakistan Cricket Board was not really happy with Babar Azam's captaincy. The star batter was heavily criticised by former Pakistan cricket team players. Naturally, Babar was unhappy.

"Pakistan Team Was Too Soft...": Ex-India Star's Damning Cricket World Cup 2023 Verdict

Pakistan cricket team had a disappointing run in the Cricket World Cup 2023 and the Babar Azam-led side failed to qualify for the semifinals after losing five out of their nine group stage matches. A massive reason behind the capitulation was the lack of form shown by the Pakistan pacers and the bowling department as a whole. Former Indian cricket team star Mohammed Kaif took to social media and said that the Pakistan side was "too soft" and their pacers were "too nice" in this World Cup.

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"Will Just Text Him...": Shahid Afridi, Umar Gul Clarify Stance On 'Aishwarya Rai' Comment

"Apologise To Her Personally": Abdul Razzaq On Controversial 'Aishwarya Rai Comment'

On This Day: Sachin Tendulkar Made His International Debut Against Pakistan In Karachi

Mohammad Hafeez Likely To Be Replace Inzamam-ul-Haq As PCBs Chief Selector: Report

"Habit Of Getting Beaten By Shoes": Shahid Afridi, Umar Gul On 'Aishwarya Rai' Comment

"Who Put Them In Charge?": Ramiz Raja Slams PCB, Defends Babar Azam Over Poor Run In Cricket World Cup 2023

Cricket World Cup - "Not Needed": Shahid Afridi, Wasim Akram's Sharp Response On Babar Azam's 'Easy To Give Opinion' Comment

"Pakistan Team Was Too Soft...": Ex-India Star's Damning Cricket World Cup 2023 Verdict