After the disappointing performance in the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s T20 World Cup, there is a possibility of a change in the selection committee of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
According to Geo sources, a change is expected in the PCB selection committee after the team’s poor performance. There is a strong possibility that Wahab Riaz will leave the committee, but no immediate decision is expected regarding Babar Azam’s captaincy.
The Pakistan team has no white-ball match scheduled until November, so no decision is being made regarding Babar’s captaincy.
Meanwhile, there is a strong possibility that new players will be given a chance in the home series of the national cricket team against Bangladesh.
In March, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi formed a new selection committee consisting of 7 members, which did not have a chairman.
The selection committee included Muhammad Yusuf, Wahab Riaz, Abdul Razzaq, and Asad Shafiq, as well as the head coach, captain, and analyst.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is likely to re-evaluate the central contract of Pakistan cricket team’s players.
According to Geo, national cricketers who do not perform well in the first phase will be demoted in the central contract and many cricketers will have to lose the coveted contract.
Cricketers were given a three-year contract from July 1 last year, but now the central contract is being re-evaluated after the team’s disappointing performance in the T20 World Cup.
Players were alleged to have successfully gotten an increase in their salaries by applying pressure during Zaka Ashraf’s tenure. The same team then failed in the Asia Cup and ICC World Cup.
The remunerations that were increased will now be determined as per the remunerations of the players and their retention in the contract.
Indian actress Sonam Bajwa, a very focal fan of Pakistani actor Fawad Khan, has praised another Pakistani star. Bajwa was all praise for Pakistani fast bowler Naseem Shah when the pacer displayed kindness towards a young fan.
A video circulated on social media showing Pakistan captain Babar Azam leaving the premises of what looks like their hotel lobby in a hurry, leaving a young fan in tears. Naseem Shah noticed the crying child and immediately stepped in to help. He gently said, “Rona nahi hai, theek hai?” Mein Babar Azam ka autograph bhi karta hun, theek hai,” the fast bowler gently asked the child. He then signed two autographs, his own and another one from Babar Azam.
The child, still upset, pointed to the autograph and said, “Ye Babar Azam kay sign hai.” Naseem reassured him, “Haan yeh Babar Azam ka hai. Ab happy ok?”
He then posed for pictures with the children, making sure they were happy.
Sonam Bajwa shared the video of the heartwarming moment on her Instagram story with the caption, “This is so wholesome and cute .”
The high voltage match between Pakistan and India in the T20 Cricket World Cup 2024 ended in disappointment for Pakistan on Sunday after they lost by six runs. They won the toss and chose to bowl first, coming tantalising close to victory yet losing.
The team’s poor batting was slammed by fans and celebrities alike. Many celebrities have expressed their opinions about the match on social media; some have even questioned the team’s commitment and effort.
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has bought a multi-storied building near Gaddafi Stadium Lahore to solve the long-standing problem of accommodation for local and international cricketers.
According to details, a multi-storied building was constructed very close to the Gaddafi Stadium. PCB objected to its construction due to security concerns. Legal disputes led to halts in construction work.
The builder had also taken money from people for the flats when he was stopped after which he offered to sell the building to PCB. There was progress on the project in the recent tenure of Zaka Ashraf as chairman of the board, but sources say that PCB has now officially bought the building for Rs four billion.
The building is currently in unfinished condition as an apartment complex so they will need to renovate it to turn it into a hotel. The project will cost more funds but once it reaches the completion stage, it will solve a major problem of accommodation for foreign and local cricketers.
At present, the teams stay in local five-star hotels which cost the PCB millions of rupees. However, due to security reasons, the roads leading from the hotel to the stadium are closed due to which the people are facing problems.
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has warned Pakistan players to avoid grouping in the cricket team.
Mohsin Naqvi met with national cricketers engaged in the fitness camp at Kakul Academy on Tuesday, taking time out to talk to them individually and collectively.
During the meeting he reportedly explained to the players that there should be no grouping in the team and cricketers should focus only on the game. He categorically said that everyone has to play as one unit and whoever performs will be part of the team.
Regarding Babar Azam being entrusted with the leadership of T20 and ODI, he said that he took the decision on the advice of the selection committee.
PCB has organized a fitness training camp for the national cricketers in preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup and other series in collaboration with Pakistan Army at Kakul Academy in which 29 cricketers are participating right now.
Pakistan will play a five-match T20 home series against New Zealand from April 18 this month, after which they will play a short series against England and Ireland and from there they will travel to America and the West Indies for the T20 World Cup.
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has published openings on its website head coaches for men’s cricket team White Ball and Red Ball formats.
According to the advertisement, candidates for coaches will be able to submit applications till April 15.
PCB has decided to appoint separate head coaches for white ball and red ball. Media reports have said that Gary Kirsten is being considered for white ball and Jason Gillespie for red ball cricket.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has denied the claims of Federation of International Cricketers Associations (FICA) about delay in Pakistan Super League (PSL) payments.
The FICA report on payments in league cricket alleged irregularities in the leagues over the past 24 months. Report said that several leagues, including the PSL and IPL, have received complaints on the issue of payments.
After the FICA report, PCB contacted the cricketers’ association and rejected the allegations.
Director International PCB Usman Wahla says that the FICA report has misrepresented the PSL, FICA has been informed in writing about its reservations on the report.
Usman said that there was no case of payment delay in all the 9 editions of PSL.
Imran Nazir, known as one of the most powerful hitters in Pakistan cricket history, recently opened up about his experience with mercury poisoning. He played a key role in Pakistan’s victory in the 2009 ICC World Twenty20. Despite facing injuries and inconsistency in form, Nazir remains a popular figure in cricket history. In an interview with host Imran Ashraf, he revealed that he suffered from mercury sickness for six and a half years because someone intentionally put the toxic metal in his food. Imran talked about how the disease started, thinking it was just regular pain from playing cricket. He said, “I thought it was normal, like when you swing a bat and your muscle gets a bit twisted.” But the pain got worse and spread to all his joints. Worried, he went to see a doctor, and when he got the test results, the doctors told him to go back to Pakistan right away. Mercury poisoning happens when mercury gets inside the body through eating, breathing, or touching. It can cause joint pain, problems with thinking, and damage to organs. Imran’s experience shows how tough it can be for people with this sickness, and it reminds us how important it is to stay strong and have support from others during difficult times.
Imran went through a tough time when he found out about his illness. “The doctors couldn’t explain what happened.” Even after trying different treatments, like herbal and spiritual healing, Imran realised there wasn’t an easy fix. He said, “I had the idea that there is no cure for this disease.” But through it all, Imran stayed strong. He believed, “Whenever difficulties arrive, you must always stay strong. No one could have ever imagined what I went through.” For six and a half years, Imran battled his illness, spending all his money to fight it. He said, “I spent all the money I had during that time.” Imran also talked about how the disease affected his personal life, mentioning that people treated him differently. He explained, “When times were tough, I saw how people changed.” Despite facing questions about his health, Imran showed appreciation for his wife’s constant support and care. He said, “I salute her honesty and how she took care of me during those difficult times.”
The caretaker government has made a big decision about the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) by removing it from the Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination (IPC) and placed it directly under the Prime Minister.
According to the notification issued by the Caretaker Government, PCB matters have now been removed from the Inter-Provincial Liaison Ministry and transferred to the Cabinet Division.
The PCB will now work directly under the Prime Minister’s Office, and will no longer be related to the IPC Ministry. The Secretary of the IPC Ministry is also no longer a member of the PCB Board of Governors.
