Fast bowler Haris Rauf completed fastest 50 wickets in ODI,equals Waqar Younis record
Haris Rauf completed his 50 wickets in ODI cricket in the match against Bangladesh in the Super Four stage of the Asia Cup. Mohammad Naeem of Bangladesh became Haris Rauf’s 50th victim Haris Rauf crossed the milestone of 50 wickets in his 27th ODI match. He is the third fastest Pakistani bowler to take 50 wickets in ODIs along with Waqar Younis. Earlier, fast bowler Hasan Ali took 24 wickets, Shaheen Afridi took 25 wickets and Waqar Younis also took 50 wickets in 27 ODI matches. It should be noted that in the first match of the Super Four stage of the Asia Cup, the teams of Pakistan and Bangladesh are competing today. In the match played in Lahore today, Bangladesh has won the toss and decided to bat first against Pakistan.
ICC WC 2023: Indian squad announced by BCCI
The highly awaited International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s ODI World Cup 2023 will feature a 15-player roster, according to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday. Rohit Gurunath Sharma will lead the Indian team, and Kananur Lokesh Rahul, a right-handed wicketkeeper-batsman, has been named to the roster after getting cleared to compete in the mega-event. Earlier this year, while playing in the Indian Premier League, Rahul sustained a thigh injury. The final phases of the 2023 Asia Cup, which is currently taking place in Sri Lanka, will also join his colleagues. Sanju Samson, Tilak Varma, and Prasidh Krishna were also left off of India’s team. Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav, and Hardik Pandya are the team’s captains. All teams have until September 28 to make roster changes, after which any changes will have to be approved by the International Cricket Council (ICC). In the opening match of the World Cup, India will face Australia on October 8 in Chennai. It should be noted that 10 teams will battle for the elusive title across 10 venues from October 5 to November 19, with Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad hosting the opening and final of the tournament.
Multan Sultans making history: Hijab Zahid appointed as the PSL’s first female general manager
The Multan Sultans are breaking barriers and making headlines for the best possible reason. They just appointed the first female CEO in PSL’s history. “Hijab Zahid”, is also the youngest general manager in franchise history and will become one of the only women appointed to lead the T20 franchise globally. Hijab is currently the manager of Grassroots Cricket, a position she has held since the beginning of the year. She replaced outgoing general manager Haider Azhar. According to sources, Hijab holds a master’s degree in project management from the University of Hertfordshire and previously served as communications director for Islamabad United. “It’s much more difficult to assert her authority as a woman,” Zahid told the publication. Culturally, it’s harder for men to follow women’s instructions. We have people in this industry who have never been in contact with women in their lives through no fault of their own, especially in this power sector”. “So, I hope we will have more conversations and workshops about letting women take the lead here. While people are used to women taking up such positions in the business world in Pakistan, this is not the case in the sports world. In the future, we want to train people to be analysts, presenters, media managers. This will open the doors for many women.
Asia Cup 2023: ACC contemplates decision amidst rainy weather
The Asia Cup 2023 is being held on a hybrid model after the Control Board of Indian Cricket (BCCI) last year refused to travel to Pakistan to play the tournament. Pakistan and Sri Lanka co-hosted the tournament. Colombo is also set to host five Super Four matches after just one as rain plays a key role in the Group ‘A’ competition between the Pallekele heavyweights. According to ESPN repor “Officials from Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed they were looking for other locations in Sri Lanka where weather is expected. The publication said Colombo has been hit by heavy rain continuously over the past week, leading to flooding in several areas north of the city, not far from Khettarama Stadium. With two matches remaining in Pakistan, the ACC will likely make the final call to the venue in the next 24-48 hours. Holding the tournament in Pallekele also risks rain,” the reportt said. Meanwhile, The Indian Express reports that teams have been briefed on the situation in the Sri Lankan capital and that Pallekele and Dambulla are being considered as alternatives. However Indian team would not agree to shift matches to Dumbulla because of less facilities and accomodation. The report quoted a senior BCCI official confirming these developments and saying, “Yes, discussions are ongoing and the matches will most likely be moved out of Colombo due to the weather forecast in the area”.
AB De villiers praises Shaheen’s bowling in Asia Cup 2023 against India
The much-anticipated match between India and Pakistan in the Asian Cup fell through after just one inning due to rain. Shaheen Shah Afridi led the attack as Pakistan took four crucial wickets to beat India for a total of 266 in 48.5 overs. However, the next game was canceled due to persistent rain in. India struggled 66-4 in the beginning of the innings, but Ishan Kishan (82 points) and Hardik Pandya (87 points) made a remarkable comeback, adding 138 points and giving their side a competitive edge. Unfortunately, the match was declared a draw, with both teams splitting the points as rain-related chaos dictated the final decision. Cricket legend AB De Villiers said Shaheen Shah Afridi’s exceptional performance in the Asian Cup match between India and Pakistan was a testament to his ability to rise to the occasion when it matters. Shaheen’s impressive bowling, especially important wickets against Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, proved his talent and composure under pressure. ‘Ab De Villiers’ statement underscored his belief that “Shaheen Shah Afridi has the potential to shine on the big stage, and he looks forward to even greater achievements in the future as he continues to develop into one of the best fast bowlers in international cricket”.Despite disappointing weather results, Pakistan secured a place in the Super 4 stage with an early victory in the tournament. Impressive bowling performances from Shaheen Afridi, including the sending off of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, played a key role in Pakistan’s form. Both sides had some great moments in the match, but in the end the unpredictable weather decided the outcome.
Ex-PCB chairman Najam Sethi expressed his anger over ICC chosen Sri Lanka as Asia Cup venue
Former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) President Najam Sethi has replaced current Asia Cricket Council (ACC) President Jay Shah after India v Pakistan lost to rain in the 2023 Asian Cup. criticized Mr. Sethi announced on X (formerly Twitter) that he had recommended to the ACC that the remaining matches of the Asian Cup be played in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) instead of Sri Lanka. However, the ACC chose the island nation due to concerns about the heat in the Middle East.Najam Sethi has criticized the ACC’s decision not to choose the United Arab Emirates to co-host the Asian Cup after India’s refusal to host matches in Pakistan, citing political considerations as the cricket federation’s choice.Ex-PCBHe expressed disappointment at the decision to allow the Games to be held in Sri Lanka, calling it “unacceptable”. Sethi also noted that the Asian Cup had previously been held in the United Arab Emirates and that the weather conditions for the September 2022 tournament would be different, with the Indian Premier League held there in April 2014 and September 2020. He also pointed out that the weather was the same for the IPL match. hot. He concluded by suggesting that politics has overshadowed the spirit of sportsmanship.
India mostly loses match against Pakistan because of their media pressure: Shoaib Akhtar
Former Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar criticized the Indian media for putting unnecessary pressure on the Indian national cricket team ahead of a high-risk match against Pakistan. India and Pakistan are scheduled to open the 2023 Asian Cup, but Akhtar said the media frenzy has a negative impact on the Indians’ team performance during the 2022 Asian Cup Super Four game. “I remembered past events”.Akhtar expressed his belief that while India does not have talent shortages, it often succumbs to intense pressure from the media. He called on the Indian media to show more respect and lessen the burden on the national team, saying it would be counterproductive to put too much pressure on the national team. Akhtar reflected on his own experience, referring to a time in Dubai where the Indian media heavily promoted his country’s team, creating an atmosphere of great pressure. Such an approach could backfire, he said, saying that if Pakistan were seen as an outsider, it would ease the pressure on the country and allow it to act more freely and confidently,he added.Notably, Pakistan beat India in the Super 4 stage of the 2022 Asian Cup, beating them by five wickets in a memorable match at Dubai International Stadium. In the current Asian Cup, Pakistan started with a commanding victory over Nepal and won by 238 points.
Asia Cup 2023: We have to be at our best to face Pakistan bowling,Virat kohli
India’s cricket captain Rohit Sharma has downplayed the hype surrounding the Asian Cup match against Pakistan, stressing that the main focus is to use the tournament in preparation for his country’s World Cup later this year. The emotional rivalry between India and Pakistan resumed at Palekele, where they could meet up to three times in the tournament, including the final on 17 September. Rohit stressed the importance of focusing on opponents and making the right decisions on the pitch to move his side forward.India’s participation in the six-team Asian Cup is important as India seeks to win its first world title in over a decade at the World Cup in October and November. Rohit stressed that the goal is to meet various criteria at this tournament to properly prepare for the World Cup. The match is expected to pit India’s stellar strikers against Pakistan’s racy attack, led by Shaheen Afridi. Acknowledging Pakistan’s excellent performances in recent years, Rohit stressed the preparation and execution of plans for the match, stating that the team is ready for the challenges it will face.Meanwhile, Virat Kohli, in an interview entitled “Primetime with Virat Kohli”, stressed the importance of the talks with Pakistan, calling it an “exciting challenge”. Kohli acknowledged the talent of the Pakistani team and stressed that India must do their best to play against them. He paid tribute to the excitement and challenge of the cricket match against Pakistan.
Asia Cup 2023: Indian captain Rohit downplays hype over match against Pakistan
The next round of one of cricket’s most emotional rivalries takes place at Palekele, the rivals who only meet in multi-team competitions due to strained political ties.Rohit seemed determined not to let his emotions get in the way of the tournament, which could see them face off up to three times in two weeks, including the Sept. 17 final.“Rivalry is something you can talk about. We don’t want to deal with all this stuff,” the opener quipped at Friday’s pregame press conference. “As Team India, we focus on how we will play against tomorrow’s opponents and how we can (well) do it, instead of looking at all sorts of things that ultimately don’t help. I would like to. ““What helps us is to keep doing the right thing on the pitch and making the right decisions moving forward as a team.” India are looking to win their first world title in over a decade at the Home World Cup, which will be held in October and November, and the six-team tournament is gaining momentum.“We are here to meet many criteria,” Rohit said. “They’re a great team. They’ve performed really well over the last few years, whether it’s in the T20 World Cup or in the 50-over format,” said Rohit of current top-ranked Pakistan. World Cup day team.“It takes a lot of effort, not just to be number one. They play as a unit and it will be a big challenge for us to play against them.
Asia Cup 2023: The never ending charm of India-Pakistan cricket match
It seems like the Cricket World Cup and Asian Cup are just there to pit India and Pakistan against each other. In neither country do they meet and there is always a large TV audience. But Pakistan needs India to survive as a cricket nation, and while its neighbors are not shying away from it, India needs Pakistan to establish itself as a winning team.They are each other’s greatest enemies, and he embodies one of the sport’s most important essentials: a great rival. Victory and defeat are part of the ongoing dance, sometimes led by one team and sometimes by another. Fear of defeat or too many victories can lead to cynicism. However, there is no denying the crucial competitiveness of a team with the best players in the world.No one complains about a match like the 16th Asian Cup the teams face off on Saturday.India and Pakistan will be grouped together and TV viewers will be able to watch at least one match between India and Pakistan. They will be tied with qualifiers Nepal. This group is the weakest of the three teams, two of which qualify for the “Super 4” round robin (each contestant faces the other team), so both teams will face each other twice. guaranteed to do so. All plans are based on the hope that the two will meet in the final for the third time. In multi-team cricket tournaments, artificial match planning can become part of the tournament, making other teams feel like bystanders.India and Pakistan can be seen as a copy of each other. In two countries separated by a common culture, emotions are manipulated and passions are fanned to sell TV ads and keep politicians in office. A cricket should not carry a load of disorganized relations, But it will. Sport is often referred to as something other than itself. Indo-Pakistani cricket has significance far beyond its status as a sporting game.Winning or losing cannot be taken as a comment on the strength of a country’s political system, literary heritage, beauty queen, or motherhood. Pakistan and India will compete on Saturday,at a neutral venue in Sri Lanka.The venue is chosen by India because they don’t want to come to Pakistan for some political reasons,So ICC and PCB had to agree on this. Administrators around the world know that even when India speaks softly, it pays a big check and is listened to.