"I didn’t like their attitude, that’s why I had to resign": Saeed Ajmal
Pakistan crush South Africa by 7 wickets to clinch ODI series 2-1 in Faisalabad
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- 06-11-2025 20:56:37
In an exclusive interview with PakPassion, one of Pakistan’s most accomplished off-spinners opened up on his decision to resign from the PCB, Babar Azam's mistreatment, underpaid local coaches, Pakistan’s Test cricket decline, and much more.
The home side's selectors have removed Hasan Nawaz from the squad to allow him to focus on the ongoing Quaid-e-Azam Trophy with no replacement named for the first game of the 3-match series.
Pakistan's ODI captain vowed to learn from past errors, explained the rationale for squad adjustments, emphasized the need for players to collectively assume responsibility, and shared views regarding key players.
In an exclusive interview with PakPassion, the head coach of Sialkot opened up on his team’s strong run in the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy, the rise of young domestic players, Pakistan's struggle against spin, and much more.
Abbas Afridi’s explosive 52*(11), Abdul Samad’s 42 (13), and Khawaja Nafay’s 22 (6) powered Pakistan to a commanding 135/3 while Maaz Sadaqat led the bowling charge with figures of (3/26) and Abbas Afridi, Abdul Samad, and Mohammad Shahzad picked up a wicket each to wrap up a disciplined effort that bowled Kuwait out for 96.
As per reports, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi and BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia held a cordial meeting arranged by an ICC official to discuss the Asia Cup trophy issue as Saikia called it the beginning of formal negotiations and expressed hope that the dispute would be resolved soon with both boards keen on an amicable solution.
Among other top performers were Mohammad Haris (Peshawar, 178), Azaan Owais (Sialkot,164), Iftikhar Ahmed (Peshawar, 108), Mohammad Hamza (Karachi Blues) and Saad Khan (Bahawalpur) who picked up 5 wickets each while Saad Baig (Karachi Blues) was named Player of the Match against Peshawar as the final day concluded.
Placed in Group B, the side will begin its tournament campaign in Doha on 14 November against Oman before facing India ‘A’ and UAE on 16 and 18 November, respectively.
Pakistan left-arm spinner, ranked number 3 in ICC's Test bowler rankings, took 14 wickets at 23.07 across two Tests vs South Africa, including a 10-wicket haul in Lahore and four more in Rawalpindi to finish as the series’ top wicket-taker.
In an exclusive interview with PakPassion, the former Pakistan pacer shared his thoughts on why Pakistan is struggling in T20 cricket, the flaws in the domestic system, how short-term selection decisions have hurt player development, and much more.
Shaheen Shah Afridi has climbed three spots to 13th, Salman Mirza and Faheem Ashraf improve to 45th and 51st in T20I bowlers, while Babar Azam jumps from 39th to joint 30th, Saim Ayub from 49th to 39th, and Salman Agha from 64th to 54th in the T20I batting charts.
In an exclusive interview with PakPassion, the Director Domestic Cricket highlighted the extensive transformation of Pakistan's domestic structure, detailing a reform strategy focused on reviving grassroots cricket, building new infrastructure, and introducing digital innovations like live streaming.
In an exclusive interview with PakPassion, the Pakistan pace bowler expressed how injuries after 2023 hampered his cricket career but shared optimism about his near-complete recovery, praising Dr. Javed’s vital support, reflecting on lessons learned during rehab, and voiced strong determination to return to the Pakistan national team.
PSL CEO Salman Naseer chaired a virtual meeting today to discuss key topics including team valuation, the PSL 2026 organization window, player acquisition, and the league's format.
Ali Raza and Usman Tariq will represent Deccan Gladiators, Mir Hamza and Salman Irshad join Delhi Bulls, Ajman Titans picked Zaman Khan, Akif Javed, Haider Ali and Asif Ali, while Shahnawaz Dahani heads to Northern Warriors.
November 11, 09:30 AM GMT


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