Former Pakistan captain and head coach Misbah-ul-Haq has slammed Pakistan cricket team for their abysmal fitness standards, right before their T20 World Cup campaign in Australia. Misbah, who vacated the head coach position in 2021, has claimed&nbsp;that there haven't been any fitness tests and there is not even any benchmark to follow. Further, he said that the fitness&nbsp;becomes a joke during the domestic season.

"Clear cut, fitness issues are visible, Waqar left four times [as coach], I left once. Players like myself, Shoaib Malik, and Younis Khan were quite into fitness, and we used to push ourselves. Those who push others out of their limitations are not considered good trainers nor good coaches. Their tummies are visible; their lower are heavy and they can't move. The reason behind this is there has not been a single fitness test, there is no benchmark," Misbah was quoted as saying by Cricket Pakistan.

"Fitness test level during domestic season becomes a joke. We used to have arguments that we used to say that the standard used for the international level must be used for the domestic level as well. The responsible people at the domestic level always opposed us related to fitness, "added the former Men in Green captain, who was easily one of the fittest cricketers during his active days at the international level.

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In the current Pakistan line-up, the likes of Babar Azam, Shadab Khan, Md Rizwan and Shaheen Afridi are considered fit but the likes of Asif Ali, Shan Masood, etc. are the fittest of the lot. Currently, the national side is gearing up for their T20 WC opener, where they face India at the MCG, Melbourne on October 23 (Sunday). They are placed in Pool B with India, Bangladesh and South Africa whereas two more teams will join from the qualifiers.

Squad:&nbsp;Babar Azam (c), Shadab Khan (vc), Asif Ali, Haider Ali, Haris Rauf, Iftikhar Ahmed, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Hasnain, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Wasim, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shan Masood, Usman Qadir

Former Pakistan captain and head coach Misbah-ul-Haq has slammed Pakistan cricket team for their abysmal fitness standards, right before their T20 World Cup campaign in Australia.

Former Pakistan captain and head coach Misbah-ul-Haq has slammed Pakistan cricket team for their abysmal fitness standards, right before their T20 World Cup campaign in Australia. Misbah, who vacated the head coach position in 2021, has claimed that there haven't been any fitness tests and there is not even any benchmark to follow. Further, he said that the fitness becomes a joke during the domestic season. "Clear cut, fitness issues are visible, Waqar left four times [as coach], I left once. Players like myself, Shoaib Malik, and Younis Khan were quite into fitness, and we used to push ourselves. Those who push others out of their limitations are not considered good trainers nor good coaches. Their tummies are visible; their lower are heavy and they can't move. The reason behind this is there has not been a single fitness test, there is no benchmark," Misbah was quoted as saying by Cricket Pakistan. "Fitness test level during domestic season becomes a joke. We used to have arguments that we used to say that the standard used for the international level must be used for the domestic level as well. The responsible people at the domestic level always opposed us related to fitness, "added the former Men in Green captain, who was easily one of the fittest cricketers during his active days at the international level. ALSO READ | 'It can impact Pakistan’s visit...': PCB issues strong statement after Jay Shah's comments on Asia Cup In the current Pakistan line-up, the likes of Babar Azam, Shadab Khan, Md Rizwan and Shaheen Afridi are considered fit but the likes of Asif Ali, Shan Masood, etc. are the fittest of the lot. Currently, the national side is gearing up for their T20 WC opener, where they face India at the MCG, Melbourne on October 23 (Sunday). They are placed in Pool B with India, Bangladesh and South Africa whereas two more teams will join from the qualifiers. Squad: Babar Azam (c), Shadab Khan (vc), Asif Ali, Haider Ali, Haris Rauf, Iftikhar Ahmed, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Hasnain, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Wasim, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shan Masood, Usman Qadir

'Their tummies are visible, lower are heavy': Misbah-ul-Haq unimpressed with Pakistan's fitness standards

Jay Shah, after the BCCI AGM on Tuesday (October 18) in Mumbai, made an explosive claim that India won't be touring to Pakistan for next year's Asia Cup 2023 edition and, hence, the continental tournament will be held at a neutral venue. Since then, the Pakistan cricket fraternity have reacted to Shah's comments, who is also the Asian Cricket Council's (ACC) chief apart from being the BCCI Secretary.&nbsp;

After it was reported that PCB have threatened to boycott the 2023 ODI World Cup, in India, if BCCI doesn't send the Indian team to Pakistan for the continental tournament, their board have finally reacted with a strong statement.

“The PCB has noted with surprise and disappointment of yesterday’s comments made by the ACC President Mr Jay Shah with regards to shifting of next year’s Asia Cup to a neutral venue. The comments were made without any discussion or consultation with the Board of the Asian Cricket Council or the Pakistan Cricket Board (event host) and without any thoughts towards their long-term consequences and implications.

“After having presided over the ACC meeting during which Pakistan was awarded the ACC Asia Cup with an overwhelming support and response from the ACC Board Members, Mr Shah’s statement of shifting of the ACC Asia Cup has clearly been made unilaterally. This is contrary to the philosophy and spirit for which the Asian Cricket Council was formed in September 1983 – a united Asian cricket body to safeguard the interests of the its Members and organise, develop, and promote the game of cricket in Asia," PCB said in a statement.

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“The overall impact of such statements have the potential to split the Asian and international cricketing communities, and can impact Pakistan’s visit to India for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 and future ICC Events in India in the 2024-2031 cycle.

“The PCB has to date not received any official communication or clarification from the ACC on the statement of the ACC President. As such, the PCB has now requested the Asian Cricket Council to convene an emergency meeting of its Board as soon as practically possible to discuss this important and sensitive matter," the statement further added.

India and Pakistan only lock horns in multi-nation or ICC tournaments, due to strained political relations between both countries, and do not play bilateral series anymore. India and Pakistan met twice in the 2022 Asia Cup -- also held at a neutral venue with eventual winners Sri Lanka reserving the hosting rights -- and will now square off in the T20 World Cup Super 12 clash, at the MCG, Melbourne on October 23 (Sunday).

Jay Shah, after the BCCI AGM on Tuesday (October 18) in Mumbai, made an explosive claim that India won't be touring to Pakistan for next year's Asia Cup 2023 edition and, hence, the continental tournament will be held at a neutral venue.

Jay Shah, after the BCCI AGM on Tuesday (October 18) in Mumbai, made an explosive claim that India won't be touring to Pakistan for next year's Asia Cup 2023 edition and, hence, the continental tournament will be held at a neutral venue. Since then, the Pakistan cricket fraternity have reacted to Shah's comments, who is also the Asian Cricket Council's (ACC) chief apart from being the BCCI Secretary. After it was reported that PCB have threatened to boycott the 2023 ODI World Cup, in India, if BCCI doesn't send the Indian team to Pakistan for the continental tournament, their board have finally reacted with a strong statement. “The PCB has noted with surprise and disappointment of yesterday’s comments made by the ACC President Mr Jay Shah with regards to shifting of next year’s Asia Cup to a neutral venue. The comments were made without any discussion or consultation with the Board of the Asian Cricket Council or the Pakistan Cricket Board (event host) and without any thoughts towards their long-term consequences and implications. “After having presided over the ACC meeting during which Pakistan was awarded the ACC Asia Cup with an overwhelming support and response from the ACC Board Members, Mr Shah’s statement of shifting of the ACC Asia Cup has clearly been made unilaterally. This is contrary to the philosophy and spirit for which the Asian Cricket Council was formed in September 1983 – a united Asian cricket body to safeguard the interests of the its Members and organise, develop, and promote the game of cricket in Asia," PCB said in a statement. ALSO READ | 'Pakistan cricket can collapse without India' - Ramiz Raja's old video resurfaces online amid PCB-BCCI tension “The overall impact of such statements have the potential to split the Asian and international cricketing communities, and can impact Pakistan’s visit to India for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 and future ICC Events in India in the 2024-2031 cycle. “The PCB has to date not received any official communication or clarification from the ACC on the statement of the ACC President. As such, the PCB has now requested the Asian Cricket Council to convene an emergency meeting of its Board as soon as practically possible to discuss this important and sensitive matter," the statement further added. India and Pakistan only lock horns in multi-nation or ICC tournaments, due to strained political relations between both countries, and do not play bilateral series anymore. India and Pakistan met twice in the 2022 Asia Cup -- also held at a neutral venue with eventual winners Sri Lanka reserving the hosting rights -- and will now square off in the T20 World Cup Super 12 clash, at the MCG, Melbourne on October 23 (Sunday).

'It can impact Pakistan’s visit...': PCB issues strong statement after Jay Shah's comments on Asia Cup

After the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)'s 91st Annual General Meeting (AGM), on Tuesday (October 18) in Mumbai, the board's Secretary Jay Shah -- who is also the Asian Cricket Council's (ACC) chief -- made a big claim that India won't be travelling to Pakistan for the 2023 Asia Cup and revealed that the continental tournament will be played at a neutral venue. Since then, many former cricketers have reacted to the development whereas Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) have reportedly threatened to boycott the 2023 ODI World Cup, to be held in India later next year.

"The Asia Cup 2023 will be held at a neutral venue. I am saying this as ACC President. We [India] can't go there [to Pakistan], they can't come here. In the past also, Asia Cup has been played at a neutral venue," Shah had told the media on Tuesday.

Meanwhile, later in the day, a report suggested that the PCB is set to take a harsh step following BCCI's latest decision over the 2023 Asia Cup. "The PCB is now prepared to take hard decisions and play hardball because it is also aware that the ICC and ACC events will have to face commercial liabilities and losses if Pakistan does not play India in these multi-team events," a senior PCB source told PTI.&nbsp;"The PCB is wondering in what capacity has Jay Shah given the statement that the ACC will look to relocate the Asia Cup to UAE out of Pakistan because the hosting rights were awarded by the executive board of the ACC not the President," &nbsp;the source added.

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Amid all the tension between PCB and the BCCI, an old video of Ramiz Raja has resurfaced online, where the former Pakistan captain and board's current chief was talking about Indian cricket's dominance in the sport. During an event last year, Ramiz had pointed out that&nbsp;India is financially running PCB and that it will collapse if the neighbouring country stops the funding&nbsp;"The ICC is a politicised body divided between the Asian and Western blocs and 90 per cent of its revenues are generated from India. It is frightening. In a way India's business houses are running Pakistan cricket and if tomorrow the Indian PM decides he will not allow any funding to Pakistan, this cricket board can collapse," he had said.

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Former Pakistan all-rounder and captain Shahid Afridi also reacted to Jay Shah's comments and lashed out at him. In a tweet, he had written, "When excellent comradery between the 2 sides in the past 12 months has been established that has created good feel-good factor in the 2 countries, why BCCI Secy will make this statement on the eve of #T20WorldCup match? Reflects lack of cricket administration experience in India."

After the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)'s 91st Annual General Meeting (AGM), on Tuesday (October 18) in Mumbai, the board's Secretary Jay Shah -- who is also the Asian Cricket Council's (ACC) chief -- made a big claim that India won't be travelling to Pakistan for the 2023 Asia Cup and revealed that the continental tournament will be played at a neutral venue.

After the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)'s 91st Annual General Meeting (AGM), on Tuesday (October 18) in Mumbai, the board's Secretary Jay Shah -- who is also the Asian Cricket Council's (ACC) chief -- made a big claim that India won't be travelling to Pakistan for the 2023 Asia Cup and revealed that the continental tournament will be played at a neutral venue. Since then, many former cricketers have reacted to the development whereas Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) have reportedly threatened to boycott the 2023 ODI World Cup, to be held in India later next year. "The Asia Cup 2023 will be held at a neutral venue. I am saying this as ACC President. We [India] can't go there [to Pakistan], they can't come here. In the past also, Asia Cup has been played at a neutral venue," Shah had told the media on Tuesday. Meanwhile, later in the day, a report suggested that the PCB is set to take a harsh step following BCCI's latest decision over the 2023 Asia Cup. "The PCB is now prepared to take hard decisions and play hardball because it is also aware that the ICC and ACC events will have to face commercial liabilities and losses if Pakistan does not play India in these multi-team events," a senior PCB source told PTI. "The PCB is wondering in what capacity has Jay Shah given the statement that the ACC will look to relocate the Asia Cup to UAE out of Pakistan because the hosting rights were awarded by the executive board of the ACC not the President," the source added. ALSO READ | After BCCI's Asia Cup decision, PCB threatens to withdraw from 2023 ODI World Cup: Report Amid all the tension between PCB and the BCCI, an old video of Ramiz Raja has resurfaced online, where the former Pakistan captain and board's current chief was talking about Indian cricket's dominance in the sport. During an event last year, Ramiz had pointed out that India is financially running PCB and that it will collapse if the neighbouring country stops the funding "The ICC is a politicised body divided between the Asian and Western blocs and 90 per cent of its revenues are generated from India. It is frightening. In a way India's business houses are running Pakistan cricket and if tomorrow the Indian PM decides he will not allow any funding to Pakistan, this cricket board can collapse," he had said. #AsiaCup2023 Random Pakistanis on social media We'll boycott WC 2023 Meanwhile PCB chairman - pic.twitter.com/KFO6Kp1y45 — cricket troll corner (@adityaraj2kfrek) October 18, 2022 × Former Pakistan all-rounder and captain Shahid Afridi also reacted to Jay Shah's comments and lashed out at him. In a tweet, he had written, "When excellent comradery between the 2 sides in the past 12 months has been established that has created good feel-good factor in the 2 countries, why BCCI Secy will make this statement on the eve of #T20WorldCup match? Reflects lack of cricket administration experience in India."

'Pakistan cricket can collapse without India' - Ramiz Raja's old video resurfaces online amid PCB-BCCI tension

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Jay Shah -- who is also BCCI Secretary -- confirmed on Tuesday (October 18)&nbsp;that the 2023 Asia Cup won't happen in Pakistan as India won't be travelling to the neighbouring country, given the strained political relations between both nations. While the ACC is yet to discuss the matter in detail and decide on the venue, it has been confirmed that the next edition of the continental tournament will once again be held at a neutral place; as was the case for this year's edition.

Following Jay Shah's revelation, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly threatened to pull out of the 2023 ODI World Cup, to be held in India, if India do not travel to Pakistan for the 50-over Asia Cup next year. "The PCB is now prepared to take hard decisions and play hardball because it is also aware that the ICC and ACC events will have to face commercial liabilities and losses if Pakistan does not play India in these multi-team events," a senior PCB source told PTI.

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"The PCB is wondering in what capacity has Jay Shah given the statement that the ACC will look to relocate the Asia Cup to UAE out of Pakistan because the hosting rights were awarded by the executive board of the ACC not the President," the PCB source further asserted.

After the comments from Shah, which came after BCCI's 91st Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Mumbai on Tuesday, the PCB are considering to pull out of the&nbsp;Asian Cricket Council (ACC) membership. Further, PCB chief and former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja is also planning to call for an immediate meeting&nbsp;of the Asian cricket's governing body in Australia.

"One option under consideration will be to pull out of the ACC as the PCB believes the ACC was formed to promote and develop cricket in the region and forge unity among the member nations. But the President of the ACC is going to give statements like these, there is no use for Pakistan to remain in the body," the source&nbsp;added.

Talking about the senior men's cricket team of India and Pakistan, both will lock horns in the upcoming Super 12 match of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, in Australia, at the MCG, Melbourne on October 23 (Sunday).

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Jay Shah -- who is also BCCI Secretary -- confirmed on Tuesday (October 18) that the 2023 Asia Cup won't happen in Pakistan as India won't be travelling to the neighbouring country, given the strained political relations between both nations.

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Jay Shah -- who is also BCCI Secretary -- confirmed on Tuesday (October 18) that the 2023 Asia Cup won't happen in Pakistan as India won't be travelling to the neighbouring country, given the strained political relations between both nations. While the ACC is yet to discuss the matter in detail and decide on the venue, it has been confirmed that the next edition of the continental tournament will once again be held at a neutral place; as was the case for this year's edition. Following Jay Shah's revelation, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly threatened to pull out of the 2023 ODI World Cup, to be held in India, if India do not travel to Pakistan for the 50-over Asia Cup next year. "The PCB is now prepared to take hard decisions and play hardball because it is also aware that the ICC and ACC events will have to face commercial liabilities and losses if Pakistan does not play India in these multi-team events," a senior PCB source told PTI. ALSO READ | 'What is BCCI's problem?' Saeed Anwar slams Indian cricket board for Asia Cup 2023 decision "The PCB is wondering in what capacity has Jay Shah given the statement that the ACC will look to relocate the Asia Cup to UAE out of Pakistan because the hosting rights were awarded by the executive board of the ACC not the President," the PCB source further asserted. After the comments from Shah, which came after BCCI's 91st Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Mumbai on Tuesday, the PCB are considering to pull out of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) membership. Further, PCB chief and former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja is also planning to call for an immediate meeting of the Asian cricket's governing body in Australia. "One option under consideration will be to pull out of the ACC as the PCB believes the ACC was formed to promote and develop cricket in the region and forge unity among the member nations. But the President of the ACC is going to give statements like these, there is no use for Pakistan to remain in the body," the source added. Talking about the senior men's cricket team of India and Pakistan, both will lock horns in the upcoming Super 12 match of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, in Australia, at the MCG, Melbourne on October 23 (Sunday).

After BCCI's Asia Cup decision, PCB threatens to withdraw from 2023 ODI World Cup: Report

On Tuesday (October 18), the BCCI's 91st Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held in Mumbai. It led to the official announcement of Roger Binny, former Indian all-rounder, taking over as the Indian cricket board's 36th President, succeeding Sourav Ganguly.

After the AGM, Jay Shah -- who is BCCI Secretary and also Asian Cricket Council's (ACC) chief -- made a bid revelation. He confirmed that the 2023 Asia Cup won't be held in Pakistan and the continental tournament will take place at a neutral venue, as was the case with this year's edition. After the decision was announced by&nbsp;Shah, former Pakistan opener Saeed Anwar&nbsp;reacted to the development and slammed BCCI.

"When all international teams and international cricketers come to Pakistan for @OfficialPSL, what is @BCCI's problem. If BCCI is willing to go to a neutral venue, then @TheRealPCB should also be willing to go to a neutral venue for the WC in India next year. #PAKvIND #Cricket," Anwar tweeted.

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"The Asia Cup 2023 will be held at a neutral venue. I am saying this as ACC President. We [India] can't go there [to Pakistan], they can't come here. In the past also, Asia Cup has been played at a neutral venue,"&nbsp;Shah had told the media after BCCI's&nbsp;(AGM).

It is to be noted that the ACC&nbsp;is yet to discuss the issue, after which a decision will come out. The 2022 Asia Cup was held in the UAE, with&nbsp;Sri Lanka -- the original hosts -- retaining the hosting rights. The Lankans won the tournament, held in T20I format, beating Pakistan by 23 runs.&nbsp;

On Tuesday (October 18), the BCCI's 91st Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held in Mumbai. It led to the official announcement of Roger Binny, former Indian all-rounder, taking over as the Indian cricket board's 36th President, succeeding Sourav Ganguly.

On Tuesday (October 18), the BCCI's 91st Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held in Mumbai. It led to the official announcement of Roger Binny, former Indian all-rounder, taking over as the Indian cricket board's 36th President, succeeding Sourav Ganguly. After the AGM, Jay Shah -- who is BCCI Secretary and also Asian Cricket Council's (ACC) chief -- made a bid revelation. He confirmed that the 2023 Asia Cup won't be held in Pakistan and the continental tournament will take place at a neutral venue, as was the case with this year's edition. After the decision was announced by Shah, former Pakistan opener Saeed Anwar reacted to the development and slammed BCCI. "When all international teams and international cricketers come to Pakistan for @OfficialPSL, what is @BCCI's problem. If BCCI is willing to go to a neutral venue, then @TheRealPCB should also be willing to go to a neutral venue for the WC in India next year. #PAKvIND #Cricket," Anwar tweeted. When all international teams and international cricketers come to Pakistan for @OfficialPSL, what is @BCCI's problem. If BCCI is willing to go to a neutral venue, then @TheRealPCB should also be willing to go to a neutral venue for the WC in India next year.#PAKvIND #Cricket — Saeed Anwar (@ImSaeedAnwar) October 18, 2022 × ALSO READ | India won't tour Pakistan for 2023 Asia Cup, tournament to be held at neutral venue: ACC chief Jay Shah "The Asia Cup 2023 will be held at a neutral venue. I am saying this as ACC President. We [India] can't go there [to Pakistan], they can't come here. In the past also, Asia Cup has been played at a neutral venue," Shah had told the media after BCCI's (AGM). It is to be noted that the ACC is yet to discuss the issue, after which a decision will come out. The 2022 Asia Cup was held in the UAE, with Sri Lanka -- the original hosts -- retaining the hosting rights. The Lankans won the tournament, held in T20I format, beating Pakistan by 23 runs.

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When Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced the 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022 edition, in Australia, Shoaib Malik's name had no mention. The veteran all-rounder, who captained Pakistan in the inaugural edition in 2007, has played most T20Is for the Men in Green and is a huge name in franchise world to date.

Given Babar Azam &amp; Co.'s middle-order issues, which led them to lose the Asia Cup 2022 final and the home T20Is versus England, many expected Malik to be a part of the squad. His vast experience and understanding of the format would've helped Pakistan. It is to be noted that he was part of their squad in the 2021 T20 World Cup, where he slammed an impressive 18-ball 54 versus Scotland. Nonetheless, he last played for the national side in November 2021 and remains out of the team for the marquee event as well.

Following his T20 WC snub, the 40-year-old Malik finally broke his silence and said on Samaa TV, "Dekhiye mera kaam hain cricket khelna jaha pe bhi mujhe opportunity mile. Select karna, na karna woh team management, selection committee ya PCB ka hain. Mera hain ki jaha opportunity mile main woh avail karne ki koshish karu and acha perform karne ki koshish karu. Mujhe kisise koi problem nehi hain. Main kisike koi against nehi hu kyumki positive rehna has been a major reason behind the success in my career&nbsp;(See, my job is to play cricket wherever I am presented with opportunities. To select me is solely on the team management selection committee and the PCB. I am to do well whenever given a chance and don't have any problems with anybody. I am not against anybody because remaining positive has been a major reason behind my success)."

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Malik further opened up on his equation with captain Babar and said, "We have been in touch consistently. Yes, earlier we used to talk more, but now he is a skipper and one should give him that space. Main khud iss cheez se guzra hu. Isiliye maine aajtak koi pressure nehi dala na kabhi dalunga na kabhi convince karne ki koshish karunga (I've gone through all this myself. Hence, I won't pressurise him or anyone or convince them to select me)."

On Friday (October 14), Pakistan won the New Zealand T20I tri-series and will now play two warm-up games ahead of their T20 WC 2022 opening clash, where they face India on October 23 at the MCG, Melbourne.&nbsp;

When Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced the 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022 edition, in Australia, Shoaib Malik's name had no mention. The veteran all-rounder, who captained Pakistan in the inaugural edition in 2007, has played most T20Is for the Men in Green and is a huge name in franchise world to date.

When Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced the 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022 edition, in Australia, Shoaib Malik's name had no mention. The veteran all-rounder, who captained Pakistan in the inaugural edition in 2007, has played most T20Is for the Men in Green and is a huge name in franchise world to date. Given Babar Azam & Co.'s middle-order issues, which led them to lose the Asia Cup 2022 final and the home T20Is versus England, many expected Malik to be a part of the squad. His vast experience and understanding of the format would've helped Pakistan. It is to be noted that he was part of their squad in the 2021 T20 World Cup, where he slammed an impressive 18-ball 54 versus Scotland. Nonetheless, he last played for the national side in November 2021 and remains out of the team for the marquee event as well. Following his T20 WC snub, the 40-year-old Malik finally broke his silence and said on Samaa TV, "Dekhiye mera kaam hain cricket khelna jaha pe bhi mujhe opportunity mile. Select karna, na karna woh team management, selection committee ya PCB ka hain. Mera hain ki jaha opportunity mile main woh avail karne ki koshish karu and acha perform karne ki koshish karu. Mujhe kisise koi problem nehi hain. Main kisike koi against nehi hu kyumki positive rehna has been a major reason behind the success in my career (See, my job is to play cricket wherever I am presented with opportunities. To select me is solely on the team management selection committee and the PCB. I am to do well whenever given a chance and don't have any problems with anybody. I am not against anybody because remaining positive has been a major reason behind my success)." ALSO READ | India's visit to Pakistan for 2023 Asia Cup, subject to govt clearance, on BCCI's agenda: Report Malik further opened up on his equation with captain Babar and said, "We have been in touch consistently. Yes, earlier we used to talk more, but now he is a skipper and one should give him that space. Main khud iss cheez se guzra hu. Isiliye maine aajtak koi pressure nehi dala na kabhi dalunga na kabhi convince karne ki koshish karunga (I've gone through all this myself. Hence, I won't pressurise him or anyone or convince them to select me)." On Friday (October 14), Pakistan won the New Zealand T20I tri-series and will now play two warm-up games ahead of their T20 WC 2022 opening clash, where they face India on October 23 at the MCG, Melbourne.

Won't pressurise Babar Azam: Shoaib Malik on T20 WC snub, says 'don’t have problems with anybody'

Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja has lashed out at Babar Azam's&nbsp;critics. Pakistan lost the Asia Cup final, losing to eventual winners Sri Lanka by 23 runs, whereas they conceded the seven-match T20I series, at home, to England 4-3. Meanwhile, Babar Azam -- who held the No. 1 spot in ICC T20I Rankings for long -- was woefully out of form in the Asia Cup, where he amassed only 68 runs in six outings, but returned to form with 285 runs in the England series (second-most overall). However, he is often slammed for his strike rate while batting at the top.

Ramiz, hence, made a bold Virat Kohli statement while slamming&nbsp;Babar's critics. "Previously we used to falter at the very first hurdle. Yes we reached the final and yes we did not play well. But it's okay to have a bad day. But there were others teams as well in the Asia Cup. I mean then India should then have been severely criticised for not reaching the final. But that is not what their fans and media do. I'll tell you...when Virat Kohli scored a century against Afghanistan, they forgot their entire Asia Cup. Will we ever do that? What we say is that Babar Azam scored a ton, but his strike rate was 135 while David Warner's was 147.3. So this is useless,” the former captain said while speaking to Samaa TV during an interview.

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After the home T20Is loss to England, Pakistan will now play a tri-series with hosts New Zealand and Bangladesh as a part of their last-minute preparations before heading into the T20 World Cup. The Asian giants, and one-time winners, will open their campaign in the showpiece event, in Australia from October-November, on October 23 when they face India at the iconic MCG, Melbourne.&nbsp;

In last year's T20 WC, in the UAE, Babar &amp; Co. had ended as the semi-finalists, losing to eventual winners Australia. How far will they go this time around? Only time will tell...

Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja has lashed out at Babar Azam's critics. Pakistan lost the Asia Cup final, losing to eventual winners Sri Lanka by 23 runs, whereas they conceded the seven-match T20I series, at home, to England 4-3.

Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja has lashed out at Babar Azam's critics. Pakistan lost the Asia Cup final, losing to eventual winners Sri Lanka by 23 runs, whereas they conceded the seven-match T20I series, at home, to England 4-3. Meanwhile, Babar Azam -- who held the No. 1 spot in ICC T20I Rankings for long -- was woefully out of form in the Asia Cup, where he amassed only 68 runs in six outings, but returned to form with 285 runs in the England series (second-most overall). However, he is often slammed for his strike rate while batting at the top. Ramiz, hence, made a bold Virat Kohli statement while slamming Babar's critics. "Previously we used to falter at the very first hurdle. Yes we reached the final and yes we did not play well. But it's okay to have a bad day. But there were others teams as well in the Asia Cup. I mean then India should then have been severely criticised for not reaching the final. But that is not what their fans and media do. I'll tell you...when Virat Kohli scored a century against Afghanistan, they forgot their entire Asia Cup. Will we ever do that? What we say is that Babar Azam scored a ton, but his strike rate was 135 while David Warner's was 147.3. So this is useless,” the former captain said while speaking to Samaa TV during an interview. ALSO READ | Jasprit Bumrah reacts amid accusations of prioritising franchise cricket over national duty After the home T20Is loss to England, Pakistan will now play a tri-series with hosts New Zealand and Bangladesh as a part of their last-minute preparations before heading into the T20 World Cup. The Asian giants, and one-time winners, will open their campaign in the showpiece event, in Australia from October-November, on October 23 when they face India at the iconic MCG, Melbourne. In last year's T20 WC, in the UAE, Babar & Co. had ended as the semi-finalists, losing to eventual winners Australia. How far will they go this time around? Only time will tell...

'When Kohli scored 100, India forgot their Asia Cup campaign...': Ramiz Raja on Babar Azam's critics

Mohammad Rizwan has been in sensational form for Pakistan. His recent run of form in the shortest format is exceptional. He ended as the highest run-getter in the Asia Cup, with 281 runs in six outings, and has already scored three half-centuries out of four T20Is in Pakistan's ongoing home series versus England.

Rizwan, the No. 1 T20I batter, remains one of the key players for Pakistan as the Men in Green are gearing up for the forthcoming T20 World Cup, in Australia in October-November. However, the wicketkeeper-batter made heads turn in a shocking video which has gone viral. In the viral clip, the 30-year-old was signing autographs for the Pakistan fans on caps and jerseys. Amid all this, someone threw the national flag towards him and the Pakistani opener caught hold of it and signed on it. However, he lifted the Pakistani flag with his feet towards the end of the video:

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Talking about Pakistan-England seven-match T20I series, the Karachi leg got over on Sunday (September 25) with the hosts winning the fourth encounter by three runs. Being asked to bat first, Pakistan rode on Rizwan's 88 to post 166 for 4 in 20 overs. In reply, England conceded the game despite needing only five runs off the last ten deliveries, with three wickets in hand. They were dismissed for 163 in 19.2 overs with Haris Rauf and Mohammad Nawaz accounting for three scalps each.

Mohammad Rizwan has been in sensational form for Pakistan. His recent run of form in the shortest format is exceptional. He ended as the highest run-getter in the Asia Cup, with 281 runs in six outings, and has already scored three half-centuries out of four T20Is in Pakistan's ongoing home series versus England.

Mohammad Rizwan has been in sensational form for Pakistan. His recent run of form in the shortest format is exceptional. He ended as the highest run-getter in the Asia Cup, with 281 runs in six outings, and has already scored three half-centuries out of four T20Is in Pakistan's ongoing home series versus England. Rizwan, the No. 1 T20I batter, remains one of the key players for Pakistan as the Men in Green are gearing up for the forthcoming T20 World Cup, in Australia in October-November. However, the wicketkeeper-batter made heads turn in a shocking video which has gone viral. In the viral clip, the 30-year-old was signing autographs for the Pakistan fans on caps and jerseys. Amid all this, someone threw the national flag towards him and the Pakistani opener caught hold of it and signed on it. However, he lifted the Pakistani flag with his feet towards the end of the video: ALSO READ | IND vs SA, 1st T20I: Virat Kohli only 35 runs away from leapfrogging Rohit Sharma in elite list Mohammad Rizwan raised the flag with his feet#ihaterizwan#countryfirst . . . . . Credit @khelshel pic.twitter.com/AN3LG6L5RD — Shivam Rajvanshi (@social_timepass) September 27, 2022 × ALSO READ | Pakistan don't have a finisher like India's Hardik Pandya, says former skipper Shahid Afridi Talking about Pakistan-England seven-match T20I series, the Karachi leg got over on Sunday (September 25) with the hosts winning the fourth encounter by three runs. Being asked to bat first, Pakistan rode on Rizwan's 88 to post 166 for 4 in 20 overs. In reply, England conceded the game despite needing only five runs off the last ten deliveries, with three wickets in hand. They were dismissed for 163 in 19.2 overs with Haris Rauf and Mohammad Nawaz accounting for three scalps each.

WATCH: SHOCKING! Md Rizwan lifts Pakistan flag with his feet as video goes viral

Shaheen Afridi is on recovery mode. The young pacer got injured during the Pakistan-Sri Lanka Tests, in the Island nation, and missed the Asia Cup before flying to London. While Babar Azam-led Men in Green need him fit desperately before the forthcoming T20 World Cup, with Shaheen already named in the 15-man main squad, former Pakistan pacer Aaquib Javed has shared a bizarre advice for the 22-year-old.

“Fast bowlers like Shaheen Afridi are not born every day. My advice to Shaheen Afridi is not to play the upcoming T20 World Cup because Shaheen is more important than this World Cup," Aaqib was quoted as saying by Cricket Pakistan. Shaheen was one of the key performers for Babar &amp; Co. in last year's T20 WC, held in the UAE. The pacer wreaked havoc with the ball in Men in Green's face-off versus Team India, returning with the Player-of-the-Match award for 3 for 31, and ended the showpiece event with seven scalps at an average of 24.14 and economy rate of 7.04.

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Currently, Shaheen is in London&nbsp;for his rehabilitation and will also miss Pakistan's home series versus England, followed by the tri-series in New Zealand (also featuring Bangladesh). However, the whole of Pakistan have their hopes alive of seeing him return to action when they take on India in their 2022 T20 WC opener, at the iconic MCG, Melbourne on October 23.

"Shaheen Shah Afridi requires uninterrupted, dedicated knee specialist care and London offers some of the best sports medical and rehabilitation facilities in the world. In the best interest of the player, we have decided to send him there," PCB Chief Medical Officer, Dr Najeebullah Soomro shared in a statement released by ICC.&nbsp;

The release further added,&nbsp;"Whilst in London, Shaheen will remain under the supervision of the PCB Medical Advisory Panel, which also comprises London-based Dr Imtiaz Ahmad and Dr Zafar Iqbal. Since 2016, Dr Imtiaz has been the Head of Medical Services at the Queens Park Rangers Football Club, while Dr Zafar is Head of Sports Medicine at the Crystal Palace Football Club since 2015 (having worked previously with Tottenham Hotspur FC, Liverpool FC and Kent County Cricket Club)."

Shaheen Afridi is on recovery mode. The young pacer got injured during the Pakistan-Sri Lanka Tests, in the Island nation, and missed the Asia Cup before flying to London.

Shaheen Afridi is on recovery mode. The young pacer got injured during the Pakistan-Sri Lanka Tests, in the Island nation, and missed the Asia Cup before flying to London. While Babar Azam-led Men in Green need him fit desperately before the forthcoming T20 World Cup, with Shaheen already named in the 15-man main squad, former Pakistan pacer Aaquib Javed has shared a bizarre advice for the 22-year-old. “Fast bowlers like Shaheen Afridi are not born every day. My advice to Shaheen Afridi is not to play the upcoming T20 World Cup because Shaheen is more important than this World Cup," Aaqib was quoted as saying by Cricket Pakistan. Shaheen was one of the key performers for Babar & Co. in last year's T20 WC, held in the UAE. The pacer wreaked havoc with the ball in Men in Green's face-off versus Team India, returning with the Player-of-the-Match award for 3 for 31, and ended the showpiece event with seven scalps at an average of 24.14 and economy rate of 7.04. ALSO READ | Tension in UK's Leicester days after India-Pakistan Asia Cup clash, 15 arrested Currently, Shaheen is in London for his rehabilitation and will also miss Pakistan's home series versus England, followed by the tri-series in New Zealand (also featuring Bangladesh). However, the whole of Pakistan have their hopes alive of seeing him return to action when they take on India in their 2022 T20 WC opener, at the iconic MCG, Melbourne on October 23. "Shaheen Shah Afridi requires uninterrupted, dedicated knee specialist care and London offers some of the best sports medical and rehabilitation facilities in the world. In the best interest of the player, we have decided to send him there," PCB Chief Medical Officer, Dr Najeebullah Soomro shared in a statement released by ICC. The release further added, "Whilst in London, Shaheen will remain under the supervision of the PCB Medical Advisory Panel, which also comprises London-based Dr Imtiaz Ahmad and Dr Zafar Iqbal. Since 2016, Dr Imtiaz has been the Head of Medical Services at the Queens Park Rangers Football Club, while Dr Zafar is Head of Sports Medicine at the Crystal Palace Football Club since 2015 (having worked previously with Tottenham Hotspur FC, Liverpool FC and Kent County Cricket Club)."

Don't play T20 World Cup: Aaquib Javed's absurd suggestion to Pakistan pacer Shaheen Afridi

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja has issued a warning to the Babar Azam-led side ahead of the T20 World Cup 2022, stating that losing will not be an option for them in the upcoming world cup. Pakistan will start as one of the strongest contenders for the title at the World Cup which is set to get underway in Australia next month.

Pakistan have been in sublime form in T20Is over the last few years and have enjoyed great success in the tournament. Babar &amp; Co. had made it to the semi-final of the tournament last year but failed to go the distance. They will be hoping to go all the way this year and lift the trophy Down Under.

Ahead of the showpiece event, Pakistan Cricket Board chief Ramiz Raja was asked what are his expectations from the team this year. Raja said he has already told the players losing won't be an option for them at the World Cup. Raja went on to claim he is a poor loser himself and feels like hitting people around him when Pakistan lose a game.

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"I’ve told my team that we need to win. It’s as simple as that because people want us to win all the time. So, if they lose, I just can’t take it. I’m a bad loser," Raza was quoted as saying by Geo TV.

"I feel like hitting people around me when I see Pakistan losing. I am a very terrible watcher, actually. I get scolded at home because I offend everybody completely.

"This is the only sport that contributes to bringing smiles back on people’s faces. It lifts your nation’s morale," he added.

Raja had recently been criticised for snapping at an Indian reporter after Pakistan's defeat against Sri Lanka in the final of the Asia Cup 2022. The PCB chief lost his cool at the Indian journalist over his question about Pakistan's defeat and snatched his phone before giving it back.

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Pakistan are currently playing a seven-match T20I series against visitors England at home as they prepare for the World Cup next month. Pakistan will open their T20 World Cup 2022 campaign against arch-rivals India on October 23 before facing the likes of South Africa and Bangladesh in the group stage.

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja has issued a warning to the Babar Azam-led side ahead of the T20 World Cup 2022, stating that losing will not be an option for them in the upcoming world cup.

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja has issued a warning to the Babar Azam-led side ahead of the T20 World Cup 2022, stating that losing will not be an option for them in the upcoming world cup. Pakistan will start as one of the strongest contenders for the title at the World Cup which is set to get underway in Australia next month. Pakistan have been in sublime form in T20Is over the last few years and have enjoyed great success in the tournament. Babar & Co. had made it to the semi-final of the tournament last year but failed to go the distance. They will be hoping to go all the way this year and lift the trophy Down Under. Ahead of the showpiece event, Pakistan Cricket Board chief Ramiz Raja was asked what are his expectations from the team this year. Raja said he has already told the players losing won't be an option for them at the World Cup. Raja went on to claim he is a poor loser himself and feels like hitting people around him when Pakistan lose a game. Also Read: 'Poor losers': Virender Sehwag mocks England after outcry over controversial run-out by Deepti Sharma "I’ve told my team that we need to win. It’s as simple as that because people want us to win all the time. So, if they lose, I just can’t take it. I’m a bad loser," Raza was quoted as saying by Geo TV. "I feel like hitting people around me when I see Pakistan losing. I am a very terrible watcher, actually. I get scolded at home because I offend everybody completely. "This is the only sport that contributes to bringing smiles back on people’s faces. It lifts your nation’s morale," he added. Raja had recently been criticised for snapping at an Indian reporter after Pakistan's defeat against Sri Lanka in the final of the Asia Cup 2022. The PCB chief lost his cool at the Indian journalist over his question about Pakistan's defeat and snatched his phone before giving it back. Also Read: WATCH - Deepti Sharma runs out Charlotte Dean at non-striker's end, leaves England batter in tears Pakistan are currently playing a seven-match T20I series against visitors England at home as they prepare for the World Cup next month. Pakistan will open their T20 World Cup 2022 campaign against arch-rivals India on October 23 before facing the likes of South Africa and Bangladesh in the group stage.

Feel like hitting people around me when I see Pakistan losing, I am a terrible watcher: PCB chief Ramiz Raja

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja recently responded to former all-rounder Shahid Afridi's shocking statement about injured fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi. Afridi had recently claimed Shaheen, who is recovering from an injury, has travelled to England at his&nbsp;own expense and is undergoing treatment on his own.

Speaking on a Pakistani news channel, Afridi claimed Shaheen has received no support from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) despite being one of the superstars in the current Pakistan team. His statement soon went viral on social media and became a major talking point in the Pakistan cricket fraternity, inviting criticism for the PCB.

However, PCB chief Raja has denied Afridi's allegations and has termed the entire saga an “unfortunate controversy”. Raja said there was some ticketing issue in Shaheen's case as he had to leave early and the left-arm pacer didn't like the place that PCB had arranged for his treatment so he opted for treatment from another doctor.

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“How can you even think that PCB can disown Shaheen Afridi? It is beyond my understanding. It’s an unfortunate controversy," Ramiz said on PCB's official YouTube channel.

"When Rizwan fell ill during the T20 World Cup 2022, who took care of him? Our doctor's panel stayed up all night to treat him, they got him fit and they ensured he played in the final (semi-final). It could be that in this case, there was a lack of clarity.

"Because he had to leave quickly from Dubai, maybe there was some ticketing issue. Because he went where he had to go, but he didn't like the place, so he went somewhere else,” added the PCB chief.

Shaheen has been one of the vital cogs in Pakistan set up in all three formats for the last few years. The premier fast bowler has been among the most prolific wicket-takers for Pakistan in international cricket and has quickly established his credentials as one of the most exciting pacers in the world at present.

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Afridi missed the recently-concluded Asia Cup 2022 in the UAE owing to a knee injury. The Pakistan pacer has been earmarked for greatness but injuries have hampered his progress recently and he will be hoping to bounce back strongly in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022.

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja recently responded to former all-rounder Shahid Afridi's shocking statement about injured fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi.

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja recently responded to former all-rounder Shahid Afridi's shocking statement about injured fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi. Afridi had recently claimed Shaheen, who is recovering from an injury, has travelled to England at his own expense and is undergoing treatment on his own. Speaking on a Pakistani news channel, Afridi claimed Shaheen has received no support from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) despite being one of the superstars in the current Pakistan team. His statement soon went viral on social media and became a major talking point in the Pakistan cricket fraternity, inviting criticism for the PCB. However, PCB chief Raja has denied Afridi's allegations and has termed the entire saga an “unfortunate controversy”. Raja said there was some ticketing issue in Shaheen's case as he had to leave early and the left-arm pacer didn't like the place that PCB had arranged for his treatment so he opted for treatment from another doctor. Also Read: Is Shubman Gill leaving Gujarat Titans? IPL franchise's cryptic tweet leaves fans guessing “How can you even think that PCB can disown Shaheen Afridi? It is beyond my understanding. It’s an unfortunate controversy," Ramiz said on PCB's official YouTube channel. "When Rizwan fell ill during the T20 World Cup 2022, who took care of him? Our doctor's panel stayed up all night to treat him, they got him fit and they ensured he played in the final (semi-final). It could be that in this case, there was a lack of clarity. "Because he had to leave quickly from Dubai, maybe there was some ticketing issue. Because he went where he had to go, but he didn't like the place, so he went somewhere else,” added the PCB chief. Shaheen has been one of the vital cogs in Pakistan set up in all three formats for the last few years. The premier fast bowler has been among the most prolific wicket-takers for Pakistan in international cricket and has quickly established his credentials as one of the most exciting pacers in the world at present. Also Read: 'Provocative statement': PCB chief Ramiz Raja opens up on losing cool at Indian journalist post Asia Cup final Afridi missed the recently-concluded Asia Cup 2022 in the UAE owing to a knee injury. The Pakistan pacer has been earmarked for greatness but injuries have hampered his progress recently and he will be hoping to bounce back strongly in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022.

How can you even think that PCB can disown Shaheen? Ramiz Raja on Shahid Afridi's shocking statement

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja recently opened up on snapping at an Indian journalist after his team's loss in the Asia Cup 2022 final. The Babar Azam-led side had lost the summit clash against Sri Lanka by 23 runs after failing to chase down the target of 171 runs.

While Pakistan's poor show in the final drew criticism from all corners, one of the biggest talking points was Raja losing his cool at a journalist after the game. The incident happened outside the Dubai International Stadium where reporters were waiting with questions for the PCB chief after Pakistan's loss in the final.

The Indian journalist asked Raja about his views on the Pakistani fans who were disappointed after the defeat. The PCB chief lost his cool on hearing the question and went on to ask the journalist if he was from India. He then snatched the reporter's phone before returning it back.

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The&nbsp;clip of the incident had gone viral on social media with the Indian fans lashing out at the PCB chief over his behaviour. Raja opened up about the incident during a Q&amp;A with fans on Pakistan Cricket's official YouTube channel. The PCB chief said the Indian reporter's line of questioning was not right and labelled his questions 'provocative'.

"I'll tell you what happened. The line of questioning was not right. The only point that I had was, the reporter asked that all Pakistan fans are angry with the loss in Asia Cup final, I just asked him how does he know that fans are angry? You are sitting in a different area, so how do you know the fans are unhappy," said Raja.

"These are provocative statements, if you do not have any malice in your heart, it will come through. Anyway, it was just one incident, we shall let it go," he added.

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After defeating Pakistan in the Super Four stage, Sri Lanka recorded a second straight win against Babar &amp; Co. in the final of the Asia Cup to claim their sixth title. Sri Lanka rode on brilliant knocks from Bhanuka Rajapaksa (71) and Wanindu Hasaranga (36) to post a fighting total of 170 runs before the bowlers bundled out Pakistan for 147 runs to secure a comfortable victory.

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Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja recently opened up on snapping at an Indian journalist after his team's loss in the Asia Cup 2022 final. The Babar Azam-led side had lost the summit clash against Sri Lanka by 23 runs after failing to chase down the target of 171 runs.

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja recently opened up on snapping at an Indian journalist after his team's loss in the Asia Cup 2022 final. The Babar Azam-led side had lost the summit clash against Sri Lanka by 23 runs after failing to chase down the target of 171 runs. While Pakistan's poor show in the final drew criticism from all corners, one of the biggest talking points was Raja losing his cool at a journalist after the game. The incident happened outside the Dubai International Stadium where reporters were waiting with questions for the PCB chief after Pakistan's loss in the final. The Indian journalist asked Raja about his views on the Pakistani fans who were disappointed after the defeat. The PCB chief lost his cool on hearing the question and went on to ask the journalist if he was from India. He then snatched the reporter's phone before returning it back. Also Read: Shocking! Ramiz loses cool at Indian reporter on being asked about Pakistan's Asia Cup final loss - Watch The clip of the incident had gone viral on social media with the Indian fans lashing out at the PCB chief over his behaviour. Raja opened up about the incident during a Q&A with fans on Pakistan Cricket's official YouTube channel. The PCB chief said the Indian reporter's line of questioning was not right and labelled his questions 'provocative'. "I'll tell you what happened. The line of questioning was not right. The only point that I had was, the reporter asked that all Pakistan fans are angry with the loss in Asia Cup final, I just asked him how does he know that fans are angry? You are sitting in a different area, so how do you know the fans are unhappy," said Raja. "These are provocative statements, if you do not have any malice in your heart, it will come through. Anyway, it was just one incident, we shall let it go," he added. Also Read: BCCI set to introduce new 'impact player' rule in domestic T20s and IPL - All you need to know After defeating Pakistan in the Super Four stage, Sri Lanka recorded a second straight win against Babar & Co. in the final of the Asia Cup to claim their sixth title. Sri Lanka rode on brilliant knocks from Bhanuka Rajapaksa (71) and Wanindu Hasaranga (36) to post a fighting total of 170 runs before the bowlers bundled out Pakistan for 147 runs to secure a comfortable victory.

'Provocative statement': PCB chief Ramiz Raja opens up on losing cool at Indian journalist post Asia Cup final

On Thursday (September 15), the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced a 15-man squad for Babar Azam-led Men in Green's upcoming T20 World Cup campaign, in Australia from October-November, and the home T20Is versus England, starting on September 20 at Karachi.&nbsp;

Shan Masood, uncapped in this format at the international level, was included in a bid to solve Pakistan's middle-order woes in the run-up to the showpiece event and the left-hander will hope to make a mark instantly in the forthcoming England series. The rest of the squad primarily features the players who featured in the Asia Cup 2022 edition, where Babar &amp; Co. ended as runners-up. Following the squad announcement by PCB chief selector Wasim&nbsp;Mohammad, former pacer Md Amir took a dig at Wasim.

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Taking to Twitter, Amir wrote: "Chief selector ki cheap selection." (Chief selector's cheap selection)

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The squad didn't include the likes of experienced campaigners such as Shoaib Malik and Sarfaraz Ahmed. On the other hand, Shaheen Afridi and Fakhar Zaman -- both in recovery mode from respective injury concerns -- have been named in the main squad and reserves, respectively.

Speaking to the reporters after the squad announcement, PCB chief selector Wasim said, "We have a team that can perform strongly in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022. That’s why we have shown faith and confidence in almost the same set of players who have been part of the T20I squad post the 2021 World Cup in the UAE."

"These players have performed well since November 2021, and that’s why we have won nine out of our last 13 T20Is. We have invested in these cricketers and it is fair to them that they get the opportunity to show their mettle in the World Cup, an event for which they have been preparing and training hard," he added.

Pakistan will play seven T20Is at home versus England and then fly to New Zealand where they play a tri-series, involving the hosts and Bangladesh before departing for Australia for the T20 WC. In the last edition of the World Cup, Babar &amp; Co. ended as semi-finalists after losing to eventual winners Australia.

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Pakistan squad for T20 World Cup 2022:&nbsp;Babar Azam (c), Shadab Khan (vc), Asif Ali, Haider Ali, Haris Rauf, Iftikhar Ahmed, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Hasnain, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Wasim, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shan Masood, Usman Qadir

Reserves:&nbsp;Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Haris, Shahnawaz Dahani

Pakistan squad for England T20Is at home:&nbsp;Babar Azam (captain), Shadab Khan (vice-captain), Aamir Jamal, Abrar Ahmed, Asif Ali, Haider Ali, Haris Rauf, Iftikhar Ahmed, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Haris, Mohammad Hasnain, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Wasim Junior, Naseem Shah, Shahnawaz Dahani, Shan Masood and Usman Qadir.

On Thursday (September 15), the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced a 15-man squad for Babar Azam-led Men in Green's upcoming T20 World Cup campaign, in Australia from October-November, and the home T20Is versus England, starting on September 20 at Karachi.

On Thursday (September 15), the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced a 15-man squad for Babar Azam-led Men in Green's upcoming T20 World Cup campaign, in Australia from October-November, and the home T20Is versus England, starting on September 20 at Karachi. Shan Masood, uncapped in this format at the international level, was included in a bid to solve Pakistan's middle-order woes in the run-up to the showpiece event and the left-hander will hope to make a mark instantly in the forthcoming England series. The rest of the squad primarily features the players who featured in the Asia Cup 2022 edition, where Babar & Co. ended as runners-up. Following the squad announcement by PCB chief selector Wasim Mohammad, former pacer Md Amir took a dig at Wasim. ALSO READ | 'Where is your nationalism?' - Javed Miandad tears apart PCB after Pakistan's Asia Cup final loss Taking to Twitter, Amir wrote: "Chief selector ki cheap selection." (Chief selector's cheap selection) chief slector ki cheap selection 😆 — Mohammad Amir (@iamamirofficial) September 15, 2022 × The squad didn't include the likes of experienced campaigners such as Shoaib Malik and Sarfaraz Ahmed. On the other hand, Shaheen Afridi and Fakhar Zaman -- both in recovery mode from respective injury concerns -- have been named in the main squad and reserves, respectively. Speaking to the reporters after the squad announcement, PCB chief selector Wasim said, "We have a team that can perform strongly in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022. That’s why we have shown faith and confidence in almost the same set of players who have been part of the T20I squad post the 2021 World Cup in the UAE." "These players have performed well since November 2021, and that’s why we have won nine out of our last 13 T20Is. We have invested in these cricketers and it is fair to them that they get the opportunity to show their mettle in the World Cup, an event for which they have been preparing and training hard," he added. Pakistan will play seven T20Is at home versus England and then fly to New Zealand where they play a tri-series, involving the hosts and Bangladesh before departing for Australia for the T20 WC. In the last edition of the World Cup, Babar & Co. ended as semi-finalists after losing to eventual winners Australia. ALSO READ | 'PCB is not doing anything' - Shahid Afridi claims pacer Shaheen is funding his London stay Pakistan squad for T20 World Cup 2022: Babar Azam (c), Shadab Khan (vc), Asif Ali, Haider Ali, Haris Rauf, Iftikhar Ahmed, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Hasnain, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Wasim, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shan Masood, Usman Qadir Reserves: Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Haris, Shahnawaz Dahani Pakistan squad for England T20Is at home: Babar Azam (captain), Shadab Khan (vice-captain), Aamir Jamal, Abrar Ahmed, Asif Ali, Haider Ali, Haris Rauf, Iftikhar Ahmed, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Haris, Mohammad Hasnain, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Wasim Junior, Naseem Shah, Shahnawaz Dahani, Shan Masood and Usman Qadir.

'Cheap selection': Md Amir takes a dig at PCB chief selector Wasim after Pakistan announce T20 WC squad

Pakistan announced a 15-man squad for the T20 World Cup on Thursday (September 15). With the mega event set to be held in Australia from next month, Babar Azam &amp; Co. have named a strong squad including Shaheen Afridi. The premier pacer suffered a knee injury during the Sri Lanka Test series and was ruled out of the Asia Cup 2022 edition, where the Men in Green lost the final to Sri Lanka.

Shaheen was present with the Pakistan team and even cheered for them in the stands during their opening clash in the continental tournament, versus arch-rivals India. From there on, he left for London for his rehabilitation programme. Shahid Afridi, Shaheen's future father-in-law, has now made a big claim that the speedster is funding his London stay and hasn't been helped by the Ramiz Raja-led Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

Giving insights into the whole situation, Afridi, in an interview with Samma TV, revealed, "When I talk about Shaheen.. that guy went to England on his own. He bought his own ticket; he spent his own money to stay in a hotel. I arranged a doctor for him, then he contacted the doctor. PCB is not doing anything; he is doing that on his own."

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"Everything, from coordination to doctors to his hotel room and food expenses, he is paying out of his own pocket. As far as I know, Zakir Khan talked to him 1-2 times, but that was it," the ex-Pakistan captain further added.

Zakir is currently the Director of Cricket for international tours at the PCB. The board, however, rubbished all claims made by Shahid Afridi and shared a statement saying, "The PCB is also pleased to advise and update that Shaheen Shah Afridi is making excellent progress in his rehabilitation in London and is on track to make a full recovery in time for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Australia 2022.

"It goes without saying that the PCB has always been and will continue to be responsible for arranging medical care and rehabilitation of all its players requiring any treatment."

Pakistan announced a 15-man squad for the T20 World Cup on Thursday (September 15). With the mega event set to be held in Australia from next month, Babar Azam & Co.

Pakistan announced a 15-man squad for the T20 World Cup on Thursday (September 15). With the mega event set to be held in Australia from next month, Babar Azam & Co. have named a strong squad including Shaheen Afridi. The premier pacer suffered a knee injury during the Sri Lanka Test series and was ruled out of the Asia Cup 2022 edition, where the Men in Green lost the final to Sri Lanka. Shaheen was present with the Pakistan team and even cheered for them in the stands during their opening clash in the continental tournament, versus arch-rivals India. From there on, he left for London for his rehabilitation programme. Shahid Afridi, Shaheen's future father-in-law, has now made a big claim that the speedster is funding his London stay and hasn't been helped by the Ramiz Raja-led Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Giving insights into the whole situation, Afridi, in an interview with Samma TV, revealed, "When I talk about Shaheen.. that guy went to England on his own. He bought his own ticket; he spent his own money to stay in a hotel. I arranged a doctor for him, then he contacted the doctor. PCB is not doing anything; he is doing that on his own." ALSO READ | 'Where is your nationalism?' - Javed Miandad tears apart PCB after Pakistan's Asia Cup final loss "Everything, from coordination to doctors to his hotel room and food expenses, he is paying out of his own pocket. As far as I know, Zakir Khan talked to him 1-2 times, but that was it," the ex-Pakistan captain further added. Zakir is currently the Director of Cricket for international tours at the PCB. The board, however, rubbished all claims made by Shahid Afridi and shared a statement saying, "The PCB is also pleased to advise and update that Shaheen Shah Afridi is making excellent progress in his rehabilitation in London and is on track to make a full recovery in time for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Australia 2022. "It goes without saying that the PCB has always been and will continue to be responsible for arranging medical care and rehabilitation of all its players requiring any treatment."

'PCB is not doing anything' - Shahid Afridi claims pacer Shaheen is funding his London stay

Babar Azam has done well as Pakistan's captain across formats. Under him, Babar-led Men in Green reached the semi-finals of the 2021 T20 World Cup and the Asia Cup final. However, a big title still eludes skipper Babar. He will be hoping to turn things for his national side by taking them to the coveted title in the forthcoming 2022 T20 WC, to be held in Australia from October-November.

After Pakistan's Asia Cup final loss to Sri Lanka by 23 runs, in Dubai, many slammed Babar for not using his bowlers smartly in the summit clash. His own failures with the bat -- where he amassed only 68 runs in five outings in the continental tournament -- hasn't helped his cause. Now, veteran keeper-batter Kamran Akmal has revealed that he had advised Babar to not take up Pakistan captaincy.

Akmal revealed on a YouTube show, as quoted by Hindustan times,&nbsp;"During a T20I in Faisalabad when Babar was walking out for the toss, I got to know that he is being made captain. That is when I told him... 'I don't think now is the right time for you to become captain. Give your best performances in the next 2-3 years. The batting line-up is depended on you. Reach Virat Kohli's level first, Steve Smith's level. By then, you would have scored 35-40 centuries and enjoy captaincy. The moment Sarfaraz leaves, you will be next in line. But now is the right time. I told him back in the day but it was his decision. Those who were close to him, must have spoken to him and advised him to take up captaincy."

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Babar was appointed as Pakistan's T20I&nbsp;in late 2019 before being given the post in ODIs early next year. Later in the same year, he was promoted as the full-time captain.&nbsp;Kamran, however, added that he believes that Pakistan cricket will move backwards if they remove Babar from the captaincy post.

"I had also told him to only concentrate on his batting. He was scoring runs and would have continued to do so. The flow was beautiful. People enjoyed watching him bat. With captaincy, there will be pressure, which will affect his batting, his approach. And somewhere, that is visible now. But at the same time removing him as captain right now would be a big blunder on the part of the team management. Pakistan cricket will go back," added the veteran.

Babar Azam has done well as Pakistan's captain across formats. Under him, Babar-led Men in Green reached the semi-finals of the 2021 T20 World Cup and the Asia Cup final.

Babar Azam has done well as Pakistan's captain across formats. Under him, Babar-led Men in Green reached the semi-finals of the 2021 T20 World Cup and the Asia Cup final. However, a big title still eludes skipper Babar. He will be hoping to turn things for his national side by taking them to the coveted title in the forthcoming 2022 T20 WC, to be held in Australia from October-November. After Pakistan's Asia Cup final loss to Sri Lanka by 23 runs, in Dubai, many slammed Babar for not using his bowlers smartly in the summit clash. His own failures with the bat -- where he amassed only 68 runs in five outings in the continental tournament -- hasn't helped his cause. Now, veteran keeper-batter Kamran Akmal has revealed that he had advised Babar to not take up Pakistan captaincy. Akmal revealed on a YouTube show, as quoted by Hindustan times, "During a T20I in Faisalabad when Babar was walking out for the toss, I got to know that he is being made captain. That is when I told him... 'I don't think now is the right time for you to become captain. Give your best performances in the next 2-3 years. The batting line-up is depended on you. Reach Virat Kohli's level first, Steve Smith's level. By then, you would have scored 35-40 centuries and enjoy captaincy. The moment Sarfaraz leaves, you will be next in line. But now is the right time. I told him back in the day but it was his decision. Those who were close to him, must have spoken to him and advised him to take up captaincy." ALSO READ | 'Where is your nationalism?' - Javed Miandad tears apart PCB after Pakistan's Asia Cup final loss Babar was appointed as Pakistan's T20I in late 2019 before being given the post in ODIs early next year. Later in the same year, he was promoted as the full-time captain. Kamran, however, added that he believes that Pakistan cricket will move backwards if they remove Babar from the captaincy post. "I had also told him to only concentrate on his batting. He was scoring runs and would have continued to do so. The flow was beautiful. People enjoyed watching him bat. With captaincy, there will be pressure, which will affect his batting, his approach. And somewhere, that is visible now. But at the same time removing him as captain right now would be a big blunder on the part of the team management. Pakistan cricket will go back," added the veteran.

'Reach Virat Kohli's level first' - Kamran Akmal recalls advising Babar Azam to not take up Pakistan captaincy

Pakistan locked horns with Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2022 edition's final on September 11 at the iconic Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Opting to bowl first, Babar Azam &amp; Co. had restricted the Lankans to 58 for 5 before Bhanuka Rajapaksa's 71 and Wanindu Hasaranga's 21-ball 36 propelled their side to a competitive 170 for 6 in 20 overs. In reply, the Men in Green never got going in their run-chase and were dismissed for 147 in their full quota of overs with Pramod Madushan and spin-bowling all-rounder Hasaranga sharing seven scalps in between.

After Pakistan's disappointing loss in the summit clash, which led Dasun Shanaka &amp; Co. to win their sixth Asia Cup title, legendary cricketer Javed Miandad has ripped apart the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for not using his services, along with many other national heroes.&nbsp;

"People like me are literally sitting here. Personally, I don't want anything but use us! I have always kept Pakistan first. You have people here. We don't want money. I'm sure the players will benefit from my presence. I come with a lot of experience. The way they lost, it hurts,” Miandad told&nbsp;Cricket Pakistan.

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“It's actually shameful. You have so many people here, where is your nationalism? What Pakistan are you talking about?” Miandad further pointed out. "If I were there, I would have told them to keep wickets in hand and accelerate at the right time. I have experience. But these kids don't know, they just go out there and start hitting. They don't know which bowler to hit, what's the problem and when to stay at the wicket,” said the 1992 World Cup-winning member, who represented the national side in 124 Tests and 233 ODIs.

Pakistan have few more games to play before heading to Australia for the 2022 T20 World Cup. In the last year's edition, held in the UAE, Babar-led Pakistan had lost to eventual winners Australia in the semi-finals.

Pakistan locked horns with Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2022 edition's final on September 11 at the iconic Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Opting to bowl first, Babar Azam & Co.

Pakistan locked horns with Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2022 edition's final on September 11 at the iconic Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Opting to bowl first, Babar Azam & Co. had restricted the Lankans to 58 for 5 before Bhanuka Rajapaksa's 71 and Wanindu Hasaranga's 21-ball 36 propelled their side to a competitive 170 for 6 in 20 overs. In reply, the Men in Green never got going in their run-chase and were dismissed for 147 in their full quota of overs with Pramod Madushan and spin-bowling all-rounder Hasaranga sharing seven scalps in between. After Pakistan's disappointing loss in the summit clash, which led Dasun Shanaka & Co. to win their sixth Asia Cup title, legendary cricketer Javed Miandad has ripped apart the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for not using his services, along with many other national heroes. "People like me are literally sitting here. Personally, I don't want anything but use us! I have always kept Pakistan first. You have people here. We don't want money. I'm sure the players will benefit from my presence. I come with a lot of experience. The way they lost, it hurts,” Miandad told Cricket Pakistan. ALSO READ | Virat Kohli might just take retirement from shortest format after T20 World Cup, predicts Shoaib Akhtar “It's actually shameful. You have so many people here, where is your nationalism? What Pakistan are you talking about?” Miandad further pointed out. "If I were there, I would have told them to keep wickets in hand and accelerate at the right time. I have experience. But these kids don't know, they just go out there and start hitting. They don't know which bowler to hit, what's the problem and when to stay at the wicket,” said the 1992 World Cup-winning member, who represented the national side in 124 Tests and 233 ODIs. Pakistan have few more games to play before heading to Australia for the 2022 T20 World Cup. In the last year's edition, held in the UAE, Babar-led Pakistan had lost to eventual winners Australia in the semi-finals.

'Where is your nationalism?' - Javed Miandad tears apart PCB after Pakistan's Asia Cup final loss

India and Pakistan's cricketing rivalry surely makes heads turn. In the recently-concluded Asia Cup 2022 edition, held in the UAE, both sides met&nbsp;for the first time after last year's T20 World Cup face-off and played each other twice.

In both the meetings, the match went down to the wire as both won and lost a game each. Now, India and Pakistan will square off once again in the forthcoming T20 World Cup 2022 edition, in Australia from October-November, at the iconic MCG, Melbourne. It promises to be another mouth-watering clash in the Indo-Pak rivalry on the 22-yard cricket strip.&nbsp;

On this day in 2007, India and Pakistan&nbsp;locked horns for the first time in the inaugural T20 WC, at Durban. In the day-night encounter, at Kingsmead, Durban, MS Dhoni led India for the first time ever -- after the Scotland tie was entirely abanonded after the&nbsp;toss -- and the match was a blockbuster in every sense.

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Opting to bowl first, Shoaib Malik-led Men in Green rode on Mohammad Asif's 4 for 18 and Shahid Afridi's twin strikes to restrict India to 141-9&nbsp;in 20 overs. Robin Uthappa's 50, Dhoni's 31-ball and lusty blows from Irfan Pathan-Ajit Agarkar saved India from a spot of bother after they were reeling at 36 for 4.

In reply, Misbah-ul-Haq was the lone warrior for Pakistan as his 53 took his side to 141-7 and the match went to the bowl-out. The bowl-out added much drama to the high-voltage clash which brought a lot of newness to the game. Eventually, India beat Pakistan 3-0, by hitting the stumps in their initial three attempts, to win the contest. Here's the video of the bowl-out:

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Indo-Pak fans will be eager to see another such blockbuster clash when the two sides lock horns in the upcoming T20 WC Down Under. The match will be held on October 23 in Melbourne and will be played infront of a jam-packed crowd at the iconic venue.&nbsp;

Rohit-led India will be determined to settle scores with Babar Azam's Pakistan after a defeat in their last T20 WC. Will the script change this time around in India's favour? Only time will tell...&nbsp;

India and Pakistan's cricketing rivalry surely makes heads turn. In the recently-concluded Asia Cup 2022 edition, held in the UAE, both sides met for the first time after last year's T20 World Cup face-off and played each other twice.

India and Pakistan's cricketing rivalry surely makes heads turn. In the recently-concluded Asia Cup 2022 edition, held in the UAE, both sides met for the first time after last year's T20 World Cup face-off and played each other twice. In both the meetings, the match went down to the wire as both won and lost a game each. Now, India and Pakistan will square off once again in the forthcoming T20 World Cup 2022 edition, in Australia from October-November, at the iconic MCG, Melbourne. It promises to be another mouth-watering clash in the Indo-Pak rivalry on the 22-yard cricket strip. On this day in 2007, India and Pakistan locked horns for the first time in the inaugural T20 WC, at Durban. In the day-night encounter, at Kingsmead, Durban, MS Dhoni led India for the first time ever -- after the Scotland tie was entirely abanonded after the toss -- and the match was a blockbuster in every sense. ALSO READ | Huge feat for KING KOHLI! Virat becomes first cricketer to reach 50 million followers on Twitter Opting to bowl first, Shoaib Malik-led Men in Green rode on Mohammad Asif's 4 for 18 and Shahid Afridi's twin strikes to restrict India to 141-9 in 20 overs. Robin Uthappa's 50, Dhoni's 31-ball and lusty blows from Irfan Pathan-Ajit Agarkar saved India from a spot of bother after they were reeling at 36 for 4. In reply, Misbah-ul-Haq was the lone warrior for Pakistan as his 53 took his side to 141-7 and the match went to the bowl-out. The bowl-out added much drama to the high-voltage clash which brought a lot of newness to the game. Eventually, India beat Pakistan 3-0, by hitting the stumps in their initial three attempts, to win the contest. Here's the video of the bowl-out: ✅ @virendersehwag ❌ @YasArafat12 ✅ @harbhajan_singh ❌ @mdk_gul ✅ @robbieuthappa ❌ @SAfridiOfficial#OnThisDay in 2007 India v Pakistan at #WT20 finished in a tie… and India won the bowl-out! pic.twitter.com/sN2dZMyLN2 — ICC (@ICC) September 14, 2018 × Indo-Pak fans will be eager to see another such blockbuster clash when the two sides lock horns in the upcoming T20 WC Down Under. The match will be held on October 23 in Melbourne and will be played infront of a jam-packed crowd at the iconic venue. Rohit-led India will be determined to settle scores with Babar Azam's Pakistan after a defeat in their last T20 WC. Will the script change this time around in India's favour? Only time will tell...

On this day, 2007: When India, Pakistan were involved in epic bowl-out clash in 2007 T20 WC - Video

Pakistan lost to Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup final on Sunday evening (September 11). Locking horns in the marquee clash, at the iconic Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, Sri Lanka did the unthinkable by defending a score at the venue -- which is favourable for teams batting second -- to beat Babar Azam &amp; Co. by 23 runs. With this win, the Islanders not only made a strong statement ahead of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition -- from next month in Australia -- but also went on to claim their sixth Asia Cup title overall.

Talking about the contest, Pakistan opted to bowl first and reduced the Lankans to 58 for 5 in 8.5 overs. From thereon, Bhanuka Rajapaksa's 71 and all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga's 21-ball 36 propelled them to a fighting 170 for 6 in 20 overs. In reply, Pakistan only managed 147 all-out in 20 overs with Md Rizwan scoring a 49-ball 55 and Iftikhar Ahmad's 31-ball 32. While the batters failed to get going, Pakistani fielding was also not up to the mark.&nbsp;

Shadab Khan, one of the best fielders in Team Pakistan, dropped Rajapaksa twice. In the 17th over of the Lankan innings, he gave a reprieve to the left-hander and once again dropped him in the next over as well, colliding with Asif Ali as the ball went for a six. He returned with decent bowling figures, 4-0-28-1, but only managed a six-ball 8 during the run-chase. Taking cognizance of his ordinary day on the 22-yard cricket strip, the all-rounder was quick to accept his mistakes and shared a heartfelt note on Twitter.

After the match, Shadab Khan took to Twitter and wrote,&nbsp;"Catches win matches. Sorry, I take responsibility for this loss. I let my team down. Positives for team, @iNaseemShah, @HarisRauf14, @mnawaz94, and the entire bowling attack was great. @iMRizwanPak fought hard. The entire team tried their best. Congratulations to Sri Lanka."

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Catches win matches. Sorry, I take responsibility for this loss. I let my team down. Positives for team, <a href="https://twitter.com/iNaseemShah?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@iNaseemShah</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/HarisRauf14?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@HarisRauf14</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/mnawaz94?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@mnawaz94</a> and the entire bowling attack was great. <a href="https://twitter.com/iMRizwanPak?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@iMRizwanPak</a> fought hard. The entire team tried their best. Congratulations to Sri Lanka <a href="https://t.co/7qPgAalzbt">pic.twitter.com/7qPgAalzbt</a>
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Apart from Shadab, even Md Rizwan was slammed for his unimpressive 49-ball 55-run knock. The right-hander remained Pakistan's highest run-getter but was trolled for not being able to score freely. He ended with a below-par strike rate of 112.24.

At the post-match presentation, Babar said, "Congratulations to Sri Lanka for playing outstanding cricket. We dominated them for the first eight overs, but the partnership that Rajapaska got was amazing. This was a true wicket and it is always nice playing in Dubai. We didn't bat according to our potential. We started well, but we gave away 15-20 extra runs and couldn't finish well. A lot of positives for us to take. In a final, the margin for mistakes is lesser. Our fielding wasn't up to the mark and the batting couldn't finish it off well. But Rizwan, Naseem and Nawaz were positives. Ups and downs will be there, but it would be nicer if we made lesser mistakes."

Pakistan lost to Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup final on Sunday evening (September 11). Locking horns in the marquee clash, at the iconic Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, Sri Lanka did the unthinkable by defending a score at the venue -- which is favourable for teams batting second -- to beat Babar Azam & Co.

Pakistan lost to Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup final on Sunday evening (September 11). Locking horns in the marquee clash, at the iconic Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, Sri Lanka did the unthinkable by defending a score at the venue -- which is favourable for teams batting second -- to beat Babar Azam & Co. by 23 runs. With this win, the Islanders not only made a strong statement ahead of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition -- from next month in Australia -- but also went on to claim their sixth Asia Cup title overall. Talking about the contest, Pakistan opted to bowl first and reduced the Lankans to 58 for 5 in 8.5 overs. From thereon, Bhanuka Rajapaksa's 71 and all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga's 21-ball 36 propelled them to a fighting 170 for 6 in 20 overs. In reply, Pakistan only managed 147 all-out in 20 overs with Md Rizwan scoring a 49-ball 55 and Iftikhar Ahmad's 31-ball 32. While the batters failed to get going, Pakistani fielding was also not up to the mark. Shadab Khan, one of the best fielders in Team Pakistan, dropped Rajapaksa twice. In the 17th over of the Lankan innings, he gave a reprieve to the left-hander and once again dropped him in the next over as well, colliding with Asif Ali as the ball went for a six. He returned with decent bowling figures, 4-0-28-1, but only managed a six-ball 8 during the run-chase. Taking cognizance of his ordinary day on the 22-yard cricket strip, the all-rounder was quick to accept his mistakes and shared a heartfelt note on Twitter. After the match, Shadab Khan took to Twitter and wrote, "Catches win matches. Sorry, I take responsibility for this loss. I let my team down. Positives for team, @iNaseemShah, @HarisRauf14, @mnawaz94, and the entire bowling attack was great. @iMRizwanPak fought hard. The entire team tried their best. Congratulations to Sri Lanka." Catches win matches. Sorry, I take responsibility for this loss. I let my team down. Positives for team, @iNaseemShah, @HarisRauf14, @mnawaz94 and the entire bowling attack was great. @iMRizwanPak fought hard. The entire team tried their best. Congratulations to Sri Lanka pic.twitter.com/7qPgAalzbt — Shadab Khan (@76Shadabkhan) September 11, 2022 × ALSO READ | Shahid Afridi makes heads turn, reveals his daughter was 'waving Indian flag' during Indo-Pak Super 4 tie Apart from Shadab, even Md Rizwan was slammed for his unimpressive 49-ball 55-run knock. The right-hander remained Pakistan's highest run-getter but was trolled for not being able to score freely. He ended with a below-par strike rate of 112.24. At the post-match presentation, Babar said, "Congratulations to Sri Lanka for playing outstanding cricket. We dominated them for the first eight overs, but the partnership that Rajapaska got was amazing. This was a true wicket and it is always nice playing in Dubai. We didn't bat according to our potential. We started well, but we gave away 15-20 extra runs and couldn't finish well. A lot of positives for us to take. In a final, the margin for mistakes is lesser. Our fielding wasn't up to the mark and the batting couldn't finish it off well. But Rizwan, Naseem and Nawaz were positives. Ups and downs will be there, but it would be nicer if we made lesser mistakes."

I let my team down: Pakistan star blames himself as Babar Azam & Co. lose to Sri Lanka in Asia Cup final

Pakistan and Sri Lanka locked horns in the Asia Cup final on Sunday evening (September 11) at the iconic Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Havig defeated the Babar Azam-led Men in Green in the Super Four clash, Dasun Shanaka-led Islanders once again emerged on top of the two-time champions to win the tournament for the sixth time, second-most after India (seven).

Being asked to bat first, SL were in a spot of bother and tottering at 58-5 in 8.5 overs before Bhanuka Rajapaksa's 45-ball 71 and Wanindu Hasaranga's 21-ball 36 propelled the Islanders to a competitive 170-6 in 20 overs. In reply, Pakistan were never in the run-chase and got dismissed for 147 (20) with&nbsp;Pramod Madushan, Hasaranga and Chamika Karunaratne sharing nine scalps in between. After the clash, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja was asked about the national side's loss in the summit clash of the continental tournament and he made heads turn with his behaviour.

An Indian reporter asked him&nbsp;if he had a message for the Pakistan fans, back home, post the defeat. To this, Ramiz said, "You must be from India and will be very happy now that Pakistan has lost”. Later, the reporter argued that he wasn't happy as well but the argument continued between the duo before Ramiz slammed him and even grabbed his phone to move ahead and answer another reporter's question. The video has gone viral in no time. Here's the clip:

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At the post-match presentation, Babar said, "Congratulations to Sri Lanka for playing outstanding cricket. We dominated them for the first eight overs, but the partnership that Rajapaska got was amazing. This was a true wicket and it is always nice playing in Dubai. We didn't bat according to our potential. We started well, but we gave away 15-20 extra runs and couldn't finish well. A lot of positives for us to take. In a final, the margin for mistakes is lesser. Our fielding wasn't up to the mark and the batting couldn't finish it off well. But Rizwan, Naseem and Nawaz were positives. Ups and downs will be there, but it would be nicer if we made lesser mistakes."

Pakistan will focus on the positives from the multi-nation tournament and regroup before the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, to be held in October-November in Australia.

Pakistan and Sri Lanka locked horns in the Asia Cup final on Sunday evening (September 11) at the iconic Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Havig defeated the Babar Azam-led Men in Green in the Super Four clash, Dasun Shanaka-led Islanders once again emerged on top of the two-time champions to win the tournament for the sixth time, second-most after India (seven).

Pakistan and Sri Lanka locked horns in the Asia Cup final on Sunday evening (September 11) at the iconic Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Havig defeated the Babar Azam-led Men in Green in the Super Four clash, Dasun Shanaka-led Islanders once again emerged on top of the two-time champions to win the tournament for the sixth time, second-most after India (seven). Being asked to bat first, SL were in a spot of bother and tottering at 58-5 in 8.5 overs before Bhanuka Rajapaksa's 45-ball 71 and Wanindu Hasaranga's 21-ball 36 propelled the Islanders to a competitive 170-6 in 20 overs. In reply, Pakistan were never in the run-chase and got dismissed for 147 (20) with Pramod Madushan, Hasaranga and Chamika Karunaratne sharing nine scalps in between. After the clash, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja was asked about the national side's loss in the summit clash of the continental tournament and he made heads turn with his behaviour. An Indian reporter asked him if he had a message for the Pakistan fans, back home, post the defeat. To this, Ramiz said, "You must be from India and will be very happy now that Pakistan has lost”. Later, the reporter argued that he wasn't happy as well but the argument continued between the duo before Ramiz slammed him and even grabbed his phone to move ahead and answer another reporter's question. The video has gone viral in no time. Here's the clip: Reaction of PCB chairman Ramiz Raja after Pakistan lose Asia Cup 2022 and looked at the reply of PCB chairman on Journalist. pic.twitter.com/3u8TLdxYNm — CricketMAN2 (@ImTanujSingh) September 11, 2022 × ALSO READ | Indian fans sporting national jerseys barred from entering stadium to watch Asia Cup final between PAK-SL At the post-match presentation, Babar said, "Congratulations to Sri Lanka for playing outstanding cricket. We dominated them for the first eight overs, but the partnership that Rajapaska got was amazing. This was a true wicket and it is always nice playing in Dubai. We didn't bat according to our potential. We started well, but we gave away 15-20 extra runs and couldn't finish well. A lot of positives for us to take. In a final, the margin for mistakes is lesser. Our fielding wasn't up to the mark and the batting couldn't finish it off well. But Rizwan, Naseem and Nawaz were positives. Ups and downs will be there, but it would be nicer if we made lesser mistakes." Pakistan will focus on the positives from the multi-nation tournament and regroup before the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, to be held in October-November in Australia.

Shocking! Ramiz loses cool at Indian reporter on being asked about Pakistan's Asia Cup final loss - Watch

As an immediate reaction to the widescale&nbsp;bust-up that took place in the stands in the aftermath of Pakistan's Asia Cup clash against Afghanistan, the Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Ramiz Raja has moved to issue a formal complaint with ICC.&nbsp;

Raja detailed plans to lodge a protest against the conduct of the fans, citing danger to the health and safety of the Pakistani fans and the team itself while in conversation with the media in the aftermath of the match.

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“You don't identify hooliganism with cricket. You don't want such things happening in cricket. We will draft a letter to ICC, we will raise our voice against this. We will do whatever we can. Because the visuals were gruesome and this isn't the first time it has happened. Win or loss is a part of the game. It was a gruelling contest, it was a great match.

"But you need to keep your emotions in check because if you can't do that, you can't grow as a cricket-playing nation. So, we will definitely write a letter (to ICC), and we will show our concern.&nbsp;They are our fans. Anything could have happened. Our cricket team could have been in danger. We will lodge our protest while following all protocols."

The match went down to the wire with the Men in Green walking away with a one-wicket victory. Pakistan found themselves in murky waters with a score of&nbsp;118/9 in 18.5 overs until&nbsp;Naseem Shah's pair of sixes carried Pakistan&nbsp;to victory.&nbsp;

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This thrilling game of cricket, however, was marred by a series of ill-tempered run-ins between the players and the fans in attendance.&nbsp;&nbsp;Afghanistan's Fareed Ahmed reportedly hurled abuses at&nbsp;Pakistan batter Asif Ali after dismissing him in the last over of the game, after which the duo had to be pulled apart to prevent them from going to blows.

These flaring tempers subsequently influenced the fans in attendance as multiple brawls broke out in the stadium with Afghani fans vandalising the premises and even going as far as to hurl chairs at Pakistani fans.

As an immediate reaction to the widescale bust-up that took place in the stands in the aftermath of Pakistan's Asia Cup clash against Afghanistan, the Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Ramiz Raja has moved to issue a formal complaint with ICC.

As an immediate reaction to the widescale bust-up that took place in the stands in the aftermath of Pakistan's Asia Cup clash against Afghanistan, the Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Ramiz Raja has moved to issue a formal complaint with ICC. Raja detailed plans to lodge a protest against the conduct of the fans, citing danger to the health and safety of the Pakistani fans and the team itself while in conversation with the media in the aftermath of the match. ALSO READ: Asia Cup: Shoaib Akhtar, ex-ACB chief at loggerheads after unruly scene between Pakistan-Afghanistan fans “You don't identify hooliganism with cricket. You don't want such things happening in cricket. We will draft a letter to ICC, we will raise our voice against this. We will do whatever we can. Because the visuals were gruesome and this isn't the first time it has happened. Win or loss is a part of the game. It was a gruelling contest, it was a great match. "But you need to keep your emotions in check because if you can't do that, you can't grow as a cricket-playing nation. So, we will definitely write a letter (to ICC), and we will show our concern. They are our fans. Anything could have happened. Our cricket team could have been in danger. We will lodge our protest while following all protocols." The match went down to the wire with the Men in Green walking away with a one-wicket victory. Pakistan found themselves in murky waters with a score of 118/9 in 18.5 overs until Naseem Shah's pair of sixes carried Pakistan to victory. ALSO READ: Ex-India selector makes bold claim on Ravindra Jadeja, explains why his return to action won't be easy This thrilling game of cricket, however, was marred by a series of ill-tempered run-ins between the players and the fans in attendance. Afghanistan's Fareed Ahmed reportedly hurled abuses at Pakistan batter Asif Ali after dismissing him in the last over of the game, after which the duo had to be pulled apart to prevent them from going to blows. These flaring tempers subsequently influenced the fans in attendance as multiple brawls broke out in the stadium with Afghani fans vandalising the premises and even going as far as to hurl chairs at Pakistani fans.

'Visuals were gruesome'- PCB chairman to write to ICC to complain about row during Pakistan vs Afghanistan

Moeen Ali, decades post the departure of his&nbsp;grandfather from Mirpur in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir for United Kingdom, is set to be back to his roots and lead England in what will be their first-ever visit to Pakistan in 17 years (since 2005).&nbsp;

England are set to tour Pakistan ahead of the 2022 T20 World Cup -- for seven T20Is and a three-match Test series (in December) -- where Moeen is expected to lead the side, as per a report in The Guardian, in regular white-ball captain Jos Buttler's absence. With Buttler out of action due to a calf injury, he is racing against time to be fit and, hence, his deputy Moeen will lead in his absence.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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This won't be the first time that Moeen will lead England. The all-rounder had led the Three Lions in their third and final T20I versus visitors Australia, in Southampton, in September 2020. Back then, he had become&nbsp;the first Asian origin cricketer to captain England in any format after Nasser Hussain. If he leads the T20I side in Pakistan, it will be a special moment for the 35-year-old by all means.

Also, the series in Pakistan will be the first-ever for the England men’s team since 2005 as the subsequent contests between the two heavyweights were held by&nbsp;the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) in United Arab Emirates. In September 2021, England Cricket Board (ECB) had decided to withdraw their tour of Pakistan following New Zealand citing security concerns to abandon their tour of the Asian country.

Moeen Ali, decades post the departure of his grandfather from Mirpur in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir for United Kingdom, is set to be back to his roots and lead England in what will be their first-ever visit to Pakistan in 17 years (since 2005).

Moeen Ali, decades post the departure of his grandfather from Mirpur in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir for United Kingdom, is set to be back to his roots and lead England in what will be their first-ever visit to Pakistan in 17 years (since 2005). England are set to tour Pakistan ahead of the 2022 T20 World Cup -- for seven T20Is and a three-match Test series (in December) -- where Moeen is expected to lead the side, as per a report in The Guardian, in regular white-ball captain Jos Buttler's absence. With Buttler out of action due to a calf injury, he is racing against time to be fit and, hence, his deputy Moeen will lead in his absence. ALSO READ | 'Shame on you': Pakistan fans troll Mohammad Amir after his tweet praising Hardik Pandya post India's win This won't be the first time that Moeen will lead England. The all-rounder had led the Three Lions in their third and final T20I versus visitors Australia, in Southampton, in September 2020. Back then, he had become the first Asian origin cricketer to captain England in any format after Nasser Hussain. If he leads the T20I side in Pakistan, it will be a special moment for the 35-year-old by all means. Also, the series in Pakistan will be the first-ever for the England men’s team since 2005 as the subsequent contests between the two heavyweights were held by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) in United Arab Emirates. In September 2021, England Cricket Board (ECB) had decided to withdraw their tour of Pakistan following New Zealand citing security concerns to abandon their tour of the Asian country.

Moeen Ali set to lead T20I side in Jos Buttler's absence during England's first visit to Pakistan in 17 years

The Pakistan Cricket Board recently found itself at the receiving end of a significant amount of hate and flak from former all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez. He slammed the national board for the time that they took to effectively deal with ace pacer Shaheen Afridi's injury.

The Shaheens' bowling order was recently dealt an extremely tough blow after their star bowler was ruled out of active contention due to a knee injury that he sustained while fielding back in July during&nbsp;the first Test against Sri Lanka.&nbsp;

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A lot has been said of Afridi, who has since been shackled to the sidelines, and the rate of his recovery. Owing to the fateful injury, Afridi was forced to miss out on the second Test against Sri Lanka, the subsequent series against the Netherlands, and the ongoing Asia Cup tournament. On Monday, the board revealed that Shaheen was London-bound to receive further medical attention to fast-track his road to recovery.&nbsp;

Discussing Afridi's recovery in a video that he recently shared on social media, Hafeez was seen slamming the board for failing to seek the appropriate medical intervention and rehabilitation at the moment the extent of his injury was revealed.

"The things that I read and heard over the last few days, there was an official post. So this time period of 4 weeks or 6 weeks or 8 weeks - since the time he got injured, I think wasting this time is a criminal act," he asserted.

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"A product like Shaheen, who is not just Pakistan's but the world's, and we have more such cricketers who have a fan following across the world, we need to look after them properly. This is why I feel they have now understood that and sent him to England.

"I feel they should have taken this decision when he got injured in the first place. They should have settled their findings straight away and should have sent him for the best rehab to England or wherever else," Hafeez continued.

The Pakistan Cricket Board recently found itself at the receiving end of a significant amount of hate and flak from former all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez. He slammed the national board for the time that they took to effectively deal with ace pacer Shaheen Afridi's injury.

The Pakistan Cricket Board recently found itself at the receiving end of a significant amount of hate and flak from former all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez. He slammed the national board for the time that they took to effectively deal with ace pacer Shaheen Afridi's injury. The Shaheens' bowling order was recently dealt an extremely tough blow after their star bowler was ruled out of active contention due to a knee injury that he sustained while fielding back in July during the first Test against Sri Lanka. ALSO READ: Babar Azam reveals Pakistan's gameplan to outclass India, hails new-comer Naseem Shah for performance A lot has been said of Afridi, who has since been shackled to the sidelines, and the rate of his recovery. Owing to the fateful injury, Afridi was forced to miss out on the second Test against Sri Lanka, the subsequent series against the Netherlands, and the ongoing Asia Cup tournament. On Monday, the board revealed that Shaheen was London-bound to receive further medical attention to fast-track his road to recovery. Discussing Afridi's recovery in a video that he recently shared on social media, Hafeez was seen slamming the board for failing to seek the appropriate medical intervention and rehabilitation at the moment the extent of his injury was revealed. "The things that I read and heard over the last few days, there was an official post. So this time period of 4 weeks or 6 weeks or 8 weeks - since the time he got injured, I think wasting this time is a criminal act," he asserted. My views on @iShaheenAfridi injury. May he get well soon 🤲🏼 pic.twitter.com/HR18kuN8f9 — Mohammad Hafeez (@MHafeez22) August 30, 2022 × ALSO READ: ICC panel level fines on India and Pakistan for slow over-rate in Asia Cup encounter "A product like Shaheen, who is not just Pakistan's but the world's, and we have more such cricketers who have a fan following across the world, we need to look after them properly. This is why I feel they have now understood that and sent him to England. "I feel they should have taken this decision when he got injured in the first place. They should have settled their findings straight away and should have sent him for the best rehab to England or wherever else," Hafeez continued.

Former Pakistan cricketer nukes PCB for how they handled Shaheen Afridi's injury

Pakistan men's national team skipper Babar Azam recently found himself in the esteemed company of Bismah Maroof and&nbsp;Masood Jan as the trio was conferred with civil awards to recognize their efforts in representing the country. They were felicitated with these awards on the occasion of the country's 75th Independence Day, August 14th.

Azam walked away with the highly coveted&nbsp;Sitara-e-Pakistan award, while specially abled cricketer Masood Jan was granted the&nbsp;Pride of Performance award. Last but not the least, women's team captain Bismah Maroof received the&nbsp;Tamgha-e-Pakistan award. Their efforts and excellence in the field of sports and their devotion to the country rendered them worthy of recognition.

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It is interesting to note that Maroof recently led the women's&nbsp;national team in&nbsp;the 2022 Commonwealth Games that were held in Birmingham, United Kingdom.&nbsp;However, their performance in the showpiece event&nbsp;was nothing to write home about as they returned&nbsp;home without&nbsp;a win after having suffered losses at the hands of India, Barbados and Australia.

Details regarding the same were subsequently shared by the Pakistan Cricket Board on social media. "PCB CONGRATULATES Masood Jan (blind cricketer), Pakistan men's team captain Babar Azam and Pakistan women's team captain Bismah Maroof at being conferred with civil awards on Pakistan's 75th anniversary," wrote the Board on Twitter.

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Babar Azam is currently burdened with the responsibility to lead the national team in a three-match ODI series against the Netherlands. The action is set to unfold on August 16th. He will subsequently lead Pakistan's charge in the Asia Cup 2022, which is set to kick off on August 27th. The Men in Green will begin their campaign in the tournament by locking horns with arch-nemesis, team India in Dubai on August 28th.

Pakistan men's national team skipper Babar Azam recently found himself in the esteemed company of Bismah Maroof and Masood Jan as the trio was conferred with civil awards to recognize their efforts in representing the country.

Pakistan men's national team skipper Babar Azam recently found himself in the esteemed company of Bismah Maroof and Masood Jan as the trio was conferred with civil awards to recognize their efforts in representing the country. They were felicitated with these awards on the occasion of the country's 75th Independence Day, August 14th. Azam walked away with the highly coveted Sitara-e-Pakistan award, while specially abled cricketer Masood Jan was granted the Pride of Performance award. Last but not the least, women's team captain Bismah Maroof received the Tamgha-e-Pakistan award. Their efforts and excellence in the field of sports and their devotion to the country rendered them worthy of recognition. ALSO READ: Technically sound Babar Azam won't have rough patch as long as Virat Kohli: Ex-Pakistan pacer's big claim It is interesting to note that Maroof recently led the women's national team in the 2022 Commonwealth Games that were held in Birmingham, United Kingdom. However, their performance in the showpiece event was nothing to write home about as they returned home without a win after having suffered losses at the hands of India, Barbados and Australia. Details regarding the same were subsequently shared by the Pakistan Cricket Board on social media. "PCB CONGRATULATES Masood Jan (blind cricketer), Pakistan men's team captain Babar Azam and Pakistan women's team captain Bismah Maroof at being conferred with civil awards on Pakistan's 75th anniversary," wrote the Board on Twitter. PCB CONGRATULATES Masood Jan (blind cricketer), Pakistan men's team captain Babar Azam and Pakistan women's team captain Bismah Maroof at being conferred with civil awards on Pakistan's 75th anniversary. pic.twitter.com/dscGoqJ5Zq — Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) August 14, 2022 × ALSO READ: Former Pakistan pacer explains why India are favourites against Babar Azam & Co. at Asia Cup 2022 Babar Azam is currently burdened with the responsibility to lead the national team in a three-match ODI series against the Netherlands. The action is set to unfold on August 16th. He will subsequently lead Pakistan's charge in the Asia Cup 2022, which is set to kick off on August 27th. The Men in Green will begin their campaign in the tournament by locking horns with arch-nemesis, team India in Dubai on August 28th.

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam conferred with Sitara-e-Pakistan award on 75th Independence Day

Babar Azam-led Pakistan were thrashed by Sri Lanka, by 246 runs, as the two-match Test series between the Asian giants ended in a 1-1 stalemate in the Island nation. Earlier, Babar &amp; Co. had won the series opener by four wickets, in pursuit of&nbsp;342.

After the Test series, many slammed the team selection of the Babar-led side as some former cricketers raised questions over all-rounder Shadab Khan's absence whereas Md Rizwan was also slammed, for being backed&nbsp;despite&nbsp;low scores since his hundred versus Australia, in the home Test series early this year. Since then, he has had scores of&nbsp;1, 0, 19, 40, 24, and 37.&nbsp;

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has now opened up on Rizwan's recent low scores. The ex all-rounder believes certain pressure needs to be on&nbsp;the keeper-batter after his poor performances with the bat. "You have to keep pressure. The more stronger the bench is, the more careful the player will be about his performance. Rizwan hasn't been performing, and I believe that on tours like this, Sarfaraz coud have been given an opportunity (who last played a Test three years ago, versus South Africa),” Afridi said on Samaa TV.

When asked by the anchor&nbsp;about how people include arguments over city biases (Sarfaraz hails from Karachi, Pakistan) as a reason for a player's&nbsp;selection in the national side, Afridi made a glaring remark.

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“The biggest problem is that politics has come into everything here,” Afridi said, before stressing how people in the country&nbsp;bring in politics even during major crisis such as floods.

“The biases about cities is going for a long time now. Someone will say, 'this guy is from Karachi, or this guy is from Lahore' (while talking about selection in the team). I don't think these things should happen. Insaan ke bacche ban jaaye toh behetar hai (behave like a human being),” Afridi further opined.

Babar Azam-led Pakistan were thrashed by Sri Lanka, by 246 runs, as the two-match Test series between the Asian giants ended in a 1-1 stalemate in the Island nation.

Babar Azam-led Pakistan were thrashed by Sri Lanka, by 246 runs, as the two-match Test series between the Asian giants ended in a 1-1 stalemate in the Island nation. Earlier, Babar & Co. had won the series opener by four wickets, in pursuit of 342. After the Test series, many slammed the team selection of the Babar-led side as some former cricketers raised questions over all-rounder Shadab Khan's absence whereas Md Rizwan was also slammed, for being backed despite low scores since his hundred versus Australia, in the home Test series early this year. Since then, he has had scores of 1, 0, 19, 40, 24, and 37. Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has now opened up on Rizwan's recent low scores. The ex all-rounder believes certain pressure needs to be on the keeper-batter after his poor performances with the bat. "You have to keep pressure. The more stronger the bench is, the more careful the player will be about his performance. Rizwan hasn't been performing, and I believe that on tours like this, Sarfaraz coud have been given an opportunity (who last played a Test three years ago, versus South Africa),” Afridi said on Samaa TV. When asked by the anchor about how people include arguments over city biases (Sarfaraz hails from Karachi, Pakistan) as a reason for a player's selection in the national side, Afridi made a glaring remark. ALSO READ | WI vs Ind: Team India eye Babar Azam-led Pakistan's unique feat vs West Indies in 2nd T20I in St Kitts “The biggest problem is that politics has come into everything here,” Afridi said, before stressing how people in the country bring in politics even during major crisis such as floods. “The biases about cities is going for a long time now. Someone will say, 'this guy is from Karachi, or this guy is from Lahore' (while talking about selection in the team). I don't think these things should happen. Insaan ke bacche ban jaaye toh behetar hai (behave like a human being),” Afridi further opined.

'Behave like a human being' - Shahid Afridi on 'city biases' in Pakistan team selection