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  • ‘Aik over main 25 bhi kar leinge’: Asif Ali to Shoaib Malik

    ‘Aik over main 25 bhi kar leinge’: Asif Ali to Shoaib Malik

    Asif Ali clinched the match for Pakistan, beating Afghanistan with five wickets.

    At the post-match ceremony Asif said: “The boundary was small from this end so I told Shoaib Malik that I’d go for it this over. Thank God we pulled it off.”

    He further said: “I look at the situation and what it demands and which bowler has overs remaining, and the field setting.”

    “I told Shoaib [Malik] that Naveen was bowling well, and from this end I could even score 25 in an over. So I planned for it,” he concluded.

    “The bowlers bowled brilliantly at the start, but I think we gave 10-15 runs too many away,” said Babar at the post-match ceremony.

    “We didn’t quite use the Powerplay as well as we hoped but Asif and Shoaib Malik at the death were brilliant. The way Asif has played many innings at the PSL, I was very confident he’d get us out of any trouble we find ourselves in,” he added.

    Babar also said: “I wanted to stay till the end but got out, unfortunately. So credit to Asif Ali.”

    Pakistan needed 24 runs in the last two overs. Hitting four sixes in the 19th over, Asif sealed the deal for Pakistan.

    Many notables, cricketers and Prime Minister Imran Khan took to Twitter to congratulate Pakistan and thank Asif for the win. Here are a few Tweets:

    https://twitter.com/76Shadabkhan/status/1454144930318852096?t=tOzd5GoPIMRudKDQzXldbA&s=19

    While former Chief Minister of Punjab Shehbaz Sharif wants to make a flyover in Asif Ali’s name.

    England’s all-rounder Ben Stokes took to Twitter and wrote: “Remember the name @AasifAli2018.”

    Meanwhile, the power hitter took to Twitter and wrote: “Aur koi hukam Pakistan? Shukriya @isbunited aur woh sub log jinho ne mere per belief rakha mere mushkil waqt mai. #PakistanZindabad.”

  • ‘Will take the knee’: Quinton de Kock apologises after ignoring team directives

    ‘Will take the knee’: Quinton de Kock apologises after ignoring team directives

    South African wicket-keeper batter Quinton de Kock has apologised to his teammates and fans for the “hurt, confusion, and anger” he caused by refusing to follow a CSA directive to take the knee at the T20 World Cup and sitting out the game against the West Indies, reported ESPN Cricinfo.

    In a statement released on Thursday morning, de Kock explained that his decision not to take the knee on Tuesday was a response to feeling “like my rights were taken away when I was told what we had to do in the way that we were told” by the CSA board. However, after an “emotional” conversation between the board and the players last night, he has a “better understanding of their intentions” and “will love nothing more than to play cricket for my country again”.

    It means de Kock has made himself available for selection for the rest of the tournament, which for South Africa, resumes on Saturday against Sri Lanka.

    He recognised that he has dominated the cricket conversation in the last 48 hours, although he said that was unintentional. “I never ever wanted to make this a Quinton issue,” de Kock’s statement read. “I understand the importance of standing against racism, and I also understand the responsibility of us as players to set an example. If me taking a knee helps to educate others, and makes the lives of others better, I am more than happy to do so.”

    De Kock was the only player in the South African squad who had previously chosen not to make any gesture in support of anti-racism and said that that was because he “didn’t understand why I had to prove it (his feelings on antiracism) with a gesture, when I live and learn and love people from all walks of life every day,” he said.

  • Shoaib Akhtar vs Nauman Niaz: Whose side is Twitter is on?

    Shoaib Akhtar vs Nauman Niaz: Whose side is Twitter is on?

    TV host Dr Nauman Niaz and former Pakistani speedster Shoaib Akhtar indulged in a tense and aggressive banter in a live show on Pakistan Television (PTV) soon after the Pakistan and New Zealand match.

    Akhtar was giving his opinion on Haris Rauf and mistakenly took Shaheen Shah Afridi’s name. Nauman corrected him and after a heated exchange, Nauman asked the former pacer to leave. Shoaib resigned from the show and later he explained the reason why he did that on social media.

    Soon after the live spat, Twitter was trending with reactions to the incident. We scouted Twitter to see whose side Pakistani Twitterati were on and it is clear that people think Shoaib handled the situation well and Nauman Niaz was in the wrong. While we tried to find tweets in favour of Nauman, we weren’t able to. Here are some of the reactions:

    https://twitter.com/shahmeer068/status/1453220776354660357?s=20
    https://twitter.com/KhurramDehwar/status/1453094739914416130?s=20
    https://twitter.com/zubersartajkhan/status/1453219404716646409?s=20
    https://twitter.com/HamzaAchlana/status/1453230224179699726?s=20

    This is the clip in which we can see how Nauman Niaz told the veteran cricketer to leave the show.

    https://twitter.com/RjShahbaz01/status/1453089307888136207?s=20
  • ‘I resign from PTV’: Shoaib Akhtar, Nauman Niaz exchange hot words on air

    ‘I resign from PTV’: Shoaib Akhtar, Nauman Niaz exchange hot words on air

    On Pakistan’s state-run sports channel PTV Sports, former fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar and host Dr Nauman Niaz had a hot exchange of words during the live transmission of the Pakistan and New Zealand match.

    After the nail-biting T20 World Cup match between Pakistan and New Zealand, Dr Nauman asked Shoaib a question, which turned into a fight when Dr Niaz asked Akhtar to leave the show.

    The clash started off when Nauman asked Shoaib Akhtar a question. Shoaib said Hassan Ali should not have bowled in the beginning as the ball was reversing later.

    Shoaib asked Nauman about Shaheen Shah Afridi’s ball reversing. “Did you see the game?”

    Nauman replied, “Yes, I saw the match.” In response, Shoaib Akhtar said again, “Were you lost?”

    During the same conversation, Shoaib went ahead and talked about giving credit to Lahore Qalandars while talking about Haris Rauf. However, Shoaib continued by mentioning Shaheen Shah Afridi.

    https://twitter.com/RjShahbaz01/status/1453089307888136207?t=mwvH9aVoAqImO7Uhluc2Dg&s=19

    “Aqib Javed brought Shaheen Shah Afridi and made him a part of the player development program,” said Shoaib. Here, Nauman said in the middle of Shoaib’s speech that “Shaheen Afridi had played under-19 for Pakistan.” On this Shoaib said, “I am talking about Haris Rauf. Nauman Niaz reiterated that Shaheen had played for Pakistan. Shoaib Akhtar responded rather seriously, “Sir please! Somebody came to work.”

    “You are becoming rude. I didn’t mean to say this … but if you’re getting over-smart then go. I’m saying this on-air,” responded Nauman.

    The host took a break from the show. After they returned on-air, Shoaib was once again asked a question by Nauman.

    “The way I was treated on national television, I don’t think I should be sitting here. I am resigning from PTV,” said Shoaib before walking out from the studio.

    After the squabble, there were speculations that the entire fight was pre-planned. Shoaib took to Twitter and wrote, “Multiple clips are circulating on social media so I thought I should clarify. Dr Nauman was obnoxious and rude when he asked me to leave the show, it was embarrassing especially when you have legends like sir Vivian Richards and David Gower sitting on the set.”

    “I tried to save everyone from embarrassment by saying I was pulling Dr Nauman’s leg with this mutual understanding that dr noman will also politely apologise and we will move on with the show, which he refused to do. Then I had no other choice,” added Shoaib.

  • ‘Good relations’: Williamson hopes there are no grudges between Pak-NZ

    ‘Good relations’: Williamson hopes there are no grudges between Pak-NZ

    The captain of the New Zealand Cricket team, Kane Williamson, on Monday said that he hopes Pakistan cricket team will keep no grudges against New Zealand.

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    Addressing a press conference in Sharjah, he said that Pakistan and New Zealand enjoy good relations and that the upcoming T20 World Cup match between two teams “will be played in right spirits”.

    Kane Williamson’s comments came in response to the question asked if he expects any acrimony or grudges following the last-minute pullout of the New Zealand cricket team from their Pakistan tour.

    Replying to the question, the NZ skipper said that the situation was very disappointing. “I know the team members were very much looking forward to the occasion and playing cricket in Pakistan, and it was ‘a real shame’ that it wasn’t able to go ahead,” he said on the eve of the match.

    “The focus now is here at the T20 World Cup and no doubt after last night’s performance, Pakistan have some momentum and are feeling pretty good about their cricket,” he said.

    “But there are also a lot of good relations within the two teams. Over the years, they have played a lot against each other, and several players have played with each other, as well. I am sure it will be played in the right spirit,” Williamson said.

    Williamson praised the spectacular performance of Pakistan against India. “It was a fantastic performance. I think Pakistan has come to the T20 World Cup full of confidence, having played in these conditions more than most.”

    “They certainly put it on the show last night and showed why they are one of the favorites in the competition,” he said shedding light on Pakistan’s performance against India.

    “Tomorrow, I am sure they’ll be very strong again, so, for us, it is focusing on the cricket that we want to play and trying to adjust to conditions,” he added.

    Pakistan is set to play New Zealand in their second match of Super 12s today (Tuesday).

  • Afghanistan demolishes Scotland at T20 World Cup, wins by 130 runs

    Afghanistan demolishes Scotland at T20 World Cup, wins by 130 runs

    Afghanistan cricket team has opened their World Cup campaign with a bang on Monday, beating Scotland by 130 runs.

    Batting first, the Afghans posted a gigantic total of 190 runs. The chasing team was limited to 60 runs with all wickets gone in just 10.2 overs.

    Mujeeb-ur-Rehman took five wickets and bagged Player of the Match award for his performance with the ball.

    Afghanistan’s next clash is with the Green Shirts. Pakistan will be playing its second match of the T20 world Cup with New Zealand today (Tuesday), while their encounter with the Afghans will be on Friday.

    Prime Minister Imran Khan congratulated the Afghanistan team for their “convincing win against Scotland.”

    He also said that despite all trials and tribulations in their country they showed great strength and and determination.

    Meanwhile, the Taliban have congratulated the Afghan cricket team after they defeated Scotland.

    Taking to Twitter, Taliban Spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid felicitated the team and wished them good luck for the rest of the tournament.

    “Congratulations to all Afghans on the victory of the Afghan team in the ongoing World Twenty20, Mujahid wrote. “Wish them more success in the future.”

  • Indian actor apologises for comparing Pak team to street cricketers

    Indian film critic and actor Kamal Rashid Khan, also known as KRK, apologised for comparing the Pakistani team with street cricketers after Pakistan’s super win in T20 World Cup last night.

    KRK took to Twitter and wrote, “Today, I watched Pakistan team playing after 5-6 years, So I didn’t know that it’s so good. So I am really sorry for comparing it with the Juhu Gali team. #IndvsPak #ICCT20WorldCup2021”

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    In another tweet, he praised Pakistani captain Babar Azam and fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi.

    “I never know that Pakistan’s captain #BabarAzam is 2nd rank ICC T20 player in the world. And 21 years only #ShaheenAfridi is so dangerous bowler. Matlab Babar Is bigger player than #viratkholi. Unbelievable!,” he tweeted.

  • ‘Selfishness, treachery of English cricket’, Peter Oborne schools ECB after Pak win

    ‘Selfishness, treachery of English cricket’, Peter Oborne schools ECB after Pak win

    English author and journalist Peter Oborne, who is very vocal about the mistreatment of Pakistan cricket by the International Cricket Council (ICC) and other cricket boards, has schooled the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) after they made a joke on their Twitter account about India and Pakistan match.

    “Not your typical Monday morning! How are you feeling in one word,” ECB posted on Twitter with a smiling face.

    Replying to the English board, Peter wrote: “I am thinking Pakistan pulled off their great victory last night despite their preparation schedule being cruelly disrupted by the selfishness and treachery of English cricket.”

    Earlier, the English author had assailed the English Board for calling off their tour of Pakistan, terming the decision “a kick in the teeth” of Pakistan, to whom English cricket owed a great deal.

    New Zealand also abandoned their tour minutes before the opening fixture in Rawalpindi following a “security alert” from their government.

    The England men’s and women’s teams were each scheduled to play two Twenty20 international matches on October 13 and 14 in Rawalpindi, with the women’s side due to stay on for a three-match One-day International series from Oct 17-21.

    The historic trip would have been the first ever by an England women’s team and the first by their male counterparts since 2005.

  • ‘Never told to go to Pak’, Irfan Pathan lashes out at attacks on Shami for being Muslim

    ‘Never told to go to Pak’, Irfan Pathan lashes out at attacks on Shami for being Muslim

    Trigger Warning: This story contains abusive language

    Mohammad Shami, who is the only Muslim player in India’s playing XI has been on the receiving end of abuse on social media after India lost to Pakistan yesterday. The Indian player is being subjected to abuse on the basis of his religion, with people accusing him of being a traitor.

    The match finished in the 18th over, which was bowled by Shami. He gave 43 runs in 3.5 overs.

    Have a look at some of the abusive comments:

    https://twitter.com/vaikivannavan/status/1452329026027151362

    Former Indian pacer Irfan Pathan came to Shami’s defence.

    “Even I was part of IndvsPak battles on the field where we have lost but never been told to go to Pakistan! I’m talking about of few years back. THIS CRAP NEEDS TO STOP,” he wrote in a tweet.

    Some other Indian cricketers, politicians and journalists tweeted in support of Shami:

  • Video: Indian ‘Mauka Mauka’ ads you might have missed

    Video: Indian ‘Mauka Mauka’ ads you might have missed

    As Pakistan beat India by 10 wickets at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, cricket fans from all over the world, celebrated the victory of the Green Shirts. Indian ad agencies, who made demeaning advertisements about Pakistan and the Pakistan cricket team were thwarted in attaining their goals.

    These ads will make you laugh after Pakistan’s historic win against India and did not give them the ‘Mauqa’ they were expecting and so sure of.

    In one of the ads, they are trying to show that Pakistan takes help from the Afghan Talibans to fight for Kashmir while the Taliban demand money. Pakistan is shown as a beggar country which only works on loans. They are also trying to show that it is Pakistan’s dream to beat India in World Cup as they always lost every match in the mega event. Take a look:

    In another episode of the same ad series, they have pictured Pakistan as someone who shows off but is surviving on China’s money. They show a Pakistani exporting donkeys to China while India has exported donkeys to Pakistan 75 years ago, who lost five matches from India in the World Cup.

    A YouTuber, Adeel Abbas has also made a compilation of the reactions of Indian fans and media before and after the match.

    Meanwhile, Pakistan crushed India by its comprehensive win of 10 wickets and the highest opening stand in the history of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

    Indian bowlers were unable to take Babar Azam (68 not out) and Mohammad Rizwan’s (79 not out) wicket for their team.

    Shaheen Shah Afridi sent three Indian openers to the pavilion, taking KL Rahul, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s wickets. For his performance, Afridi bagged Player of the match award.