Asia Cup, ODI World Cup, T20 World Cup also lost, there was no change, why change captain now?: Question from former cricketer in cricket.
Will the new captain strengthen the team by bringing in Rohit, Kohli, Steve Smith? Kamran..
Former wicketkeeper-batsman Kamran Akmal has asked Pakistan Cricket not to change captains, advising the players to get the fundamentals of the game right. Speaking on private TV ‘Geo News’, 42-year-old Kamran Akmal expressed his surprise that whenever “young heavyweights took over the office of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB)”, they always changed the captain. why are you talking
Kamran Akmal mocked the endless debate on finding a suitable person to replace the current captains, saying, “Is it because the captain is not their favorite and they want one of their own? Virat Kohli, Steve Smith or Mitchell Starc in the squad to boost his performance?”.
His comments came after back-to-back defeats by the men in green in world cricket, including a home Test series by Bangladesh. The former Test cricketer said that when they have to play with the same players in the same system, then there is no point in changing the leadership. He suggested that everyone, including captains, coaches and selectors, should correct their direction and reform their thinking. Kamran Akmal argued that not by changing the captain but by changing the mindset, the green jerseys will be better. He wondered that if they didn’t do this after losing Asia Cup, ODI World Cup and T20 World Cup, then why they want to change now. While endorsing Babar Azam for the captaincy, Kamran Akmal said let the 29-year-old batsman continue as captain till the Champions Trophy anyway, what does it matter. Highlighting what has happened in domestic and club cricket, the veteran player said they need to go back to the basics of 20-30 years ago. “If they don’t get their fundamentals right, mistakes like this will continue to happen and changing leaders won’t make any difference,” he said
ODI series from South Africa, Rashid Khan’s return to the Afghanistan team
ODI Ibrahim Zadran and Mujeebur Rahman are still unavailable due to injury
series from South Africa, Rashid Khan’s return to the Afghanistan team
Afghanistan announced the squad for the first bilateral ODI series against South Africa, veteran all-rounder Rashid Khan is back, he will play the first match after the World Cup.
Ibrahim Zadran and Mujeebur Rahman are still unavailable due to injury, along with new player Bilal Sami, Darwish Rasooli and Abdul Malik are also among the players selected.
17 member squad Heshmatullah Shahidi (Captain) Rehmat Shah, Rehmanullah Garbaz, Ikram Ali Khel, Abdul Malik, Riaz Hasan, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Umarzai, Muhammad Nabi, Gulbuddin Naib, Rashid Khan, Nangyaliya Kharote, AMOOGha, Bilal Sami, Naveed Zadran and Fareed Ahmed The three-match series in the UAE will begin on September 18, with all three matches scheduled in Sharjah.
PCB’s decision to upgrade the Iqbal Stadium to international standards
This move will allow Faisalabad to host bilateral international series again
PCB will upgrade Iqbal stadium as per international standards..
The Board of Governors (BOG) recommended the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) in its 74th meeting on Thursday to take full control of the Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad and upgrade it to international standards. This move will allow Faisalabad to restore the venue and host the bilateral international series again.
On the other hand, the Board of Governors was briefed about the Champions ODI Cup which started with the opening match between Markhor and Panthers at the Iqbal Stadium Faisalabad on Thursday afternoon. The Board of Governors lauded the efforts of PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi in trying to attract and convince top and high-profile organizations to partner with the tournament featuring the country’s best cricketers.
He briefed the Board of Governors on the progress of infrastructure projects at various locations in terms of design and scope of work. The members expressed their full support and satisfaction for the projects and said that it is the need of the hour and once these projects are completed, they will help in raising the image and profile of Pakistan and Pakistan Cricket.
Earlier, Mohsin Naqvi wished all the teams and players of the Champions Trophy. He said the Champions Trophy will boost domestic cricket and provide opportunities for emerging talent. “We have focused on providing the best facilities for cricket lovers. I hope cricket fans will enjoy the Champions Trophy matches,” he said. He added, “Our aim is to organize the tournament in other cities like Faisalabad
For the preparation of Champions Trophy 2025, the construction work of Gaddafi Stadium will cost 7 billion 70 rupees.
3 billion 50 rupees will be spent on National Stadium, 1.5 billion rupees will be spent on Pindi Stadium, 12 billion 80 rupees have been allocated for stadiums
Champions Trophy 2025 preparation, 7 billion 70 crores for construction work of Gaddafi Stadium.
Lahore (Urdu Point Latest News. 13 Sep 2024) Pakistan is all set to host Champions Trophy 2025, the first time in many years that the country will host an ICC event. Preparations are in full swing with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) allocating Rs 12.8 billion to upgrade the grounds in Lahore, Karachi and Rawalpindi to international standards.
According to Express News, the recent Board meeting in Faisalabad provided updates on the ongoing construction work and cost of the stadium. Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium is set to receive the highest investment with a total of Rs 7.7 billion earmarked for renovation. This includes Rs 1,100 million for the construction of the steel pavilion building, Rs 3,471 million for the concrete office building structure, Rs 1,250 million for the metal construction of the enclosure, Rs 189 million for a trench and two sites. 330 million rupees for replacement of digital LED screens.
Replacing the floodlights at Gaddafi Stadium with 480 LED lights will cost Rs 523 million, while Rs 375 million has been earmarked for seating installation and Rs 93 million for exterior development work. The total construction cost of the National Bank Stadium will be Rs 3.5 billion. This includes Rs 1,500 million for the steel structure of the pavilion building, Rs 580 million for the renovation of the main building and hospitality rooms, Rs 330 million for two new digital LED screens, 450 LEDs for the floodlights. This includes Rs 490 million for replacement with D-lights and Rs 340 million for installation of sets.
The construction work of Pindi Stadium in Rawalpindi is estimated to cost one and a half billion rupees. This includes Rs 393 million to replace floodlights with 350 LED lights and Rs 400 million to renovate the main building, hospitality boxes and toilets. Additionally, Rs 330 million has been earmarked for the replacement of two LED digital screens and Rs 272 million will be spent on new seating facilities.
Pacers hit milestone in County Championship game, Kent’s Jake Lanning becomes Mohammed Abbas’ 700th victim
Pakistan fast bowler Muhammad Abbas has completed 700 wickets in first class cricket. Mohammed Abbas reaches 700-game milestone In a county championship game, Kent’s Jack Lanning becomes Mohammed Abbas’ 700th victim representing the county of Hampshire. 34-year-old fast bowler Muhammad Abbas is the 14th Pakistani cricketer to take 700 first-class wickets.
The honor of being the fast bowler who has taken most wickets for Pakistan in first class cricket is held by former captain Imran Khan who has taken 1287 wickets, Wasim Akram is second with 1042 wickets, Sarfraz Nawaz is third with 1005 wickets , Waqar Younis third with 1005 wickets. He is fourth with 956 wickets while Yasir Arafat is in fifth place with 787 wickets.
Known for his line and length bowling, the right-arm pacer has also excelled in the international Test arena.
He showed his talent at the world level by taking 90 wickets at an average of 23.02 in 25 Test matches. Mohammad Abbas’ record includes remarkable performances against various teams. He took 21 wickets in five matches against the West Indies. His streak continues with 17 wickets in three matches against Australia, including a brilliant 10/95 in 2018. He took 15 wickets in five Test matches against England. Mohammad Abbas played the last Test match for Pakistan in 2021 against West Indies. Despite impressive performances in county and domestic cricket since then, he is yet to find a way back into the national team.
Pacers hit milestone in County Championship game, Kent’s Jake Lanning becomes Mohammed Abbas’ 700th victim
London (Urdu Point Latest Newspaper. 13 Sep 2024) Pakistan fast bowler Muhammad Abbas has completed 700 wickets in first class cricket. Mohammed Abbas reaches 700-game milestone In a county championship game, Kent’s Jack Lanning becomes Mohammed Abbas’ 700th victim representing the county of Hampshire. 34-year-old fast bowler Muhammad Abbas is the 14th Pakistani cricketer to take 700 first-class wickets.
The honor of being the fast bowler who has taken most wickets for Pakistan in first class cricket is held by former captain Imran Khan who has taken 1287 wickets, Wasim Akram is second with 1042 wickets, Sarfraz Nawaz is third with 1005 wickets , Waqar Younis third with 1005 wickets. He is fourth with 956 wickets while Yasir Arafat is in fifth place with 787 wickets.
Known for his line and length bowling, the right-arm pacer has also excelled in the international Test arena.
He showed his talent at the world level by taking 90 wickets at an average of 23.02 in 25 Test matches. Mohammad Abbas’ record includes remarkable performances against various teams. He took 21 wickets in five matches against the West Indies. His streak continues with 17 wickets in three matches against Australia, including a brilliant 10/95 in 2018. He took 15 wickets in five Test matches against England. Mohammad Abbas played the last Test match for Pakistan in 2021 against West Indies. Despite impressive performances in county and domestic cricket since then, he is yet to find a way back into the national team.