Ahead of the Cricket World Cup 2019, England are boosted by a 4-0 series win against Pakistan in the five-match One-Day International series, the first match was washed out.&nbsp;

In the final match, Chris Woakes took five wickets as England beat Pakistan by 54 runs to win the match at Headingley on Sunday.&nbsp;

In the match, England bowler Adil Rashid pulled off a magnificent run out to dismiss Pakistan's Babar Azam.&nbsp;

In the 27th over, Sarfraz was batting and set off for a single.&nbsp;

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But&nbsp;England wicket-keeper Jos Buttler moved quickly from behind the stumps to throw the ball to the bowler's end where Rashid, with Babar trying to regain his ground, flicked the ball onto the stumps from behind his back without looking to complete a run-out.&nbsp;

Rashid, in front of his Yorkshire home crowd, then dismissed Shoaib Malik with a diving left-handed catch off his own bowling.&nbsp;

Sarfraz was denied what would have been his third ODI hundred in bizarre fashion.&nbsp;

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England will have to reduce their 17-man squad to 15 for the World Cup and captain Eoin Morgan told BBC Radio's Test Match Special: "I could pick 17 at the moment. It is going to be an extremely tough selection."&nbsp;

Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed, who top-scored for his side with 97, said, "Result-wise it is not ideal for the World Cup. But the way the batsman are batting we are ready for the World Cup.&nbsp;

"We have taken some positives but we need to sort out our bowling and fielding," he added.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ahead of the Cricket World Cup 2019, England are boosted by a 4-0 series win against Pakistan in the five-match One-Day International series, the first match was washed out.

Ahead of the Cricket World Cup 2019, England are boosted by a 4-0 series win against Pakistan in the five-match One-Day International series, the first match was washed out. In the final match, Chris Woakes took five wickets as England beat Pakistan by 54 runs to win the match at Headingley on Sunday. In the match, England bowler Adil Rashid pulled off a magnificent run out to dismiss Pakistan's Babar Azam. In the 27th over, Sarfraz was batting and set off for a single. Also Read | ICC World Cup 2019: All teams and their squad list But England wicket-keeper Jos Buttler moved quickly from behind the stumps to throw the ball to the bowler's end where Rashid, with Babar trying to regain his ground, flicked the ball onto the stumps from behind his back without looking to complete a run-out. Rashid, in front of his Yorkshire home crowd, then dismissed Shoaib Malik with a diving left-handed catch off his own bowling. Sarfraz was denied what would have been his third ODI hundred in bizarre fashion. Watch: Mad skills Adil Rashid #ENGvPAK pic.twitter.com/AQCMe2oGqJ — George Dowse-Brenan (@georgedb) May 19, 2019 × 🙈 The no-look run out! 😱👏 Fabulous work from Adil Rashid! A back-flick onto the stumps without looking does for Babar (80)... Video by @englandcricket pic.twitter.com/s3bkM57lSo — FanOfCricket (@FanOfCricket16) May 19, 2019 × England will have to reduce their 17-man squad to 15 for the World Cup and captain Eoin Morgan told BBC Radio's Test Match Special: "I could pick 17 at the moment. It is going to be an extremely tough selection." Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed, who top-scored for his side with 97, said, "Result-wise it is not ideal for the World Cup. But the way the batsman are batting we are ready for the World Cup. "We have taken some positives but we need to sort out our bowling and fielding," he added.

Watch: England's Adil Rashid pulls off MS Dhoni-like run out against Pakistan

Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed said on Monday that being underdogs in next month's World Cup eases the pressure on his young team, who leave for the tournament this week.

Pakistan will play three warm-up matches before taking on joint-hosts England in a five-match one-day series and a Twenty20.

The 1992 World Cup winners start their campaign against the West Indies in Nottingham on May 31.

Sarfraz he would prefer his side to go into the tournament under the radar.

"Look, when we go as favourites, then it's a problem, but if we go as underdogs then other teams feel the danger, so I think being underdogs is good for us and eases the pressure," Sarfraz told a press conference in Lahore before they depart for England and Wales on Tuesday.

Sarfraz, 31, was among five key players rested for the whitewash ODI series defeat by Australia last month to freshen up the squad before the competition.&nbsp;

He was handed a four-match suspension in January by the International Cricket Council after he made a racist comment about South Africa's Andile&nbsp;Phehlukwayo during an ODI.

All ten teams will play each other in the tournament starting on May 30 with England taking on South Africa in the opening fixture. The top four teams will qualify for the semi-finals.

The high-voltage clash between arch-rivals Pakistan and India scheduled for Manchester on June 16 promises to be one of the most tense of the tournament.

Pakistan and India, who both possess nuclear weapons, came to the brink of all-out war recently after fresh sparring over the disputed region of Kashmir, adding to the intensity of the match.

But Sarfraz played down the hype, saying all games are important.

"For us all nine matches are important so we will take every match as a match against India," he said of Pakistan's bitter rivals -- who have won all six of their previous World Cup clashes.

But Pakistan took the Champions Trophy against India in 2017 with a stunning 180-run victory in the final.

"We have beaten India in a bigger event recently so we will have that advantage," said Sarfraz.

'We have, we will'

He said the theme of Pakistan's World Cup mission is "we have, we will", citing the team's previous glories.

Along with the Champions Trophy two years ago, Pakistan won the 1992 World Cup and the 2009 World Twenty20.

"I think these are exciting times for Pakistan cricket and for the team," said Mickey Arthur, who took over as head coach in May 2016.

"We leave on a journey for which we have worked really hard," he said, adding that they have "a good team, both in talent and attitude".

"The initial thing is to qualify for the last four and take it from there, so I think we have the potential to certainly go all the way but before that we have to play very well," South African Arthur added.

Pakistan have named two extra players in their squad for the five-match one-day series against England, with paceman Mohammad Amir and batsman Asif Ali in addition to the 15 for the World Cup.

But they have until May 23 to finalise their squad for the tournament.

Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed said on Monday that being underdogs in next month's World Cup eases the pressure on his young team, who leave for the tournament this week.

Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed said on Monday that being underdogs in next month's World Cup eases the pressure on his young team, who leave for the tournament this week. Pakistan will play three warm-up matches before taking on joint-hosts England in a five-match one-day series and a Twenty20. The 1992 World Cup winners start their campaign against the West Indies in Nottingham on May 31. Sarfraz he would prefer his side to go into the tournament under the radar. "Look, when we go as favourites, then it's a problem, but if we go as underdogs then other teams feel the danger, so I think being underdogs is good for us and eases the pressure," Sarfraz told a press conference in Lahore before they depart for England and Wales on Tuesday. Sarfraz, 31, was among five key players rested for the whitewash ODI series defeat by Australia last month to freshen up the squad before the competition. He was handed a four-match suspension in January by the International Cricket Council after he made a racist comment about South Africa's Andile Phehlukwayo during an ODI. All ten teams will play each other in the tournament starting on May 30 with England taking on South Africa in the opening fixture. The top four teams will qualify for the semi-finals. The high-voltage clash between arch-rivals Pakistan and India scheduled for Manchester on June 16 promises to be one of the most tense of the tournament. Pakistan and India, who both possess nuclear weapons, came to the brink of all-out war recently after fresh sparring over the disputed region of Kashmir, adding to the intensity of the match. But Sarfraz played down the hype, saying all games are important. "For us all nine matches are important so we will take every match as a match against India," he said of Pakistan's bitter rivals -- who have won all six of their previous World Cup clashes. But Pakistan took the Champions Trophy against India in 2017 with a stunning 180-run victory in the final. "We have beaten India in a bigger event recently so we will have that advantage," said Sarfraz. 'We have, we will' He said the theme of Pakistan's World Cup mission is "we have, we will", citing the team's previous glories. Along with the Champions Trophy two years ago, Pakistan won the 1992 World Cup and the 2009 World Twenty20. "I think these are exciting times for Pakistan cricket and for the team," said Mickey Arthur, who took over as head coach in May 2016. "We leave on a journey for which we have worked really hard," he said, adding that they have "a good team, both in talent and attitude". "The initial thing is to qualify for the last four and take it from there, so I think we have the potential to certainly go all the way but before that we have to play very well," South African Arthur added. Pakistan have named two extra players in their squad for the five-match one-day series against England, with paceman Mohammad Amir and batsman Asif Ali in addition to the 15 for the World Cup. But they have until May 23 to finalise their squad for the tournament.

Good to be World Cup underdogs, says Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed

Sarfraz Ahmed will continue as Pakistan captain at the World Cup in May despite serving a suspension for breaching the anti-racism code, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Ehsan Mani said on Tuesday.

Sarfraz was suspended for four matches by the International Cricket Council (ICC) when an on-field taunt aimed at South Africa's Andile Phehlukwayo was caught by stump microphones. Sarfraz admitted the offence and apoligised for his conduct.

"Sarfraz will remain Pakistan captain until the World Cup, I was always clear in my mind that Sarfraz would be the captain," Mani told reporters in Lahore.

"He will remain so until any other decision is taken," Mani added, saying Sarfraz's performance as captain would be evaluated only after the World Cup.

The PCB had rallied in support of Sarfraz, saying they were disappointed by the ICC's decision to suspend him after the matter had been resolved, and Mani backed him to lead the team.

The 31-year-old wicketkeeper, who led Pakistan to the ICC Champions Trophy title in 2017, was thankful for the board's support.

"The past few weeks have been extremely difficult for me as a person and professional, but I am delighted that the PCB has reassured its confidence and faith in me," Sarfraz said.

"In the lead up to the World Cup, Pakistan will play five ODIs each against Australia and England, which will also allow us the opportunity to further fine-tune our preparations."

Pakistan, who last won the World Cup in 1992, will begin their campaign against West Indies at Trent Bridge on May 31. The final of the 50-over tournament is scheduled for Sunday, July 14.

Sarfraz Ahmed will continue as Pakistan captain at the World Cup in May despite serving a suspension for breaching the anti-racism code, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Ehsan Mani said on Tuesday.

Sarfraz Ahmed will continue as Pakistan captain at the World Cup in May despite serving a suspension for breaching the anti-racism code, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Ehsan Mani said on Tuesday. Sarfraz was suspended for four matches by the International Cricket Council (ICC) when an on-field taunt aimed at South Africa's Andile Phehlukwayo was caught by stump microphones. Sarfraz admitted the offence and apoligised for his conduct. "Sarfraz will remain Pakistan captain until the World Cup, I was always clear in my mind that Sarfraz would be the captain," Mani told reporters in Lahore. "He will remain so until any other decision is taken," Mani added, saying Sarfraz's performance as captain would be evaluated only after the World Cup. The PCB had rallied in support of Sarfraz, saying they were disappointed by the ICC's decision to suspend him after the matter had been resolved, and Mani backed him to lead the team. The 31-year-old wicketkeeper, who led Pakistan to the ICC Champions Trophy title in 2017, was thankful for the board's support. "The past few weeks have been extremely difficult for me as a person and professional, but I am delighted that the PCB has reassured its confidence and faith in me," Sarfraz said. "In the lead up to the World Cup, Pakistan will play five ODIs each against Australia and England, which will also allow us the opportunity to further fine-tune our preparations." Pakistan, who last won the World Cup in 1992, will begin their campaign against West Indies at Trent Bridge on May 31. The final of the 50-over tournament is scheduled for Sunday, July 14.

Sarfraz Ahmed to captain Pakistan at World Cup, says PCB chief

Accepting his "mistake" after being <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/pakistan-cricket-captain-sarfraz-ahmed-gets-4-match-suspension-over-racist-remark-by-icc-193139">banned for his racial remarks</a> against a South African cricketer, banned <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/pcb-says-its-disappointed-at-icc-decision-to-suspend-sarfraz-ahmed-for-4-matches-193287">Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed</a> on Tuesday said that he has learnt a lesson from the unsavoury episode. &nbsp;

Soon after returning from South Africa, Sarfaraz has said that he has realised his mistake and that is why he had immediately apologised publicly after the episode.

"It was a mistake and I have learnt from it," Sarfraz told reporters.

Sarfaraz, who is Pakistan's permanent captain in all three formats, has been forced to return home after the ICC had imposed a four-match ban on him for making racially motivated comments about Andile Phehlukwayo during the third ODI in Durban.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) was quick to express its utter disappointment about the ICC's decision to ban Sarfaraz, noting that he had apologised immediately for his remarks to the South African team and also went and met with Phehlukwayo and expressed regrets to him.

Sarfraz thanked PCB for its support but his supporters raised slogans against the ICC for the ban soon after his forced return to the country.

"I am thankful to the PCB for the way they have handled this case," Sarfaraz said.

"I also accept the ICC decision to ban me for four matches and for me that issue is closed but I will do whatever the PCB tells me to do," he added.

Sarfaraz had returned home from South Africa to a rousing and emotional welcome from his supporters.

Around a 100 people holding banners and placards in favour of Sarfaraz and against the ICC were at the Karachi airport to greet him when he came out of the terminal building.

Slogans were raised in his favour with some shouting loudly that Sarfaraz is the permanent captain of the team and no one should think about removing him.

Pakistan will still have the third and final T20 international to play against South Africa on February 6 after the ban on Sarfaraz ends, but the PCB has called him back and appointed veteran Shoaib Malik to lead the team in his absence.

Malik led the team to victory in the fourth ODI to level the five-match ODI series at 2-2 with the decider to be played on Wednesday.

Speculations are rife in Pakistan cricket that if Malik manages to win the ODI and T20 series, he could well be considered to lead Pakistan in the ICC World Cup in

England, something which has greatly upset the supporters of Sarfaraz.

"I have no issues with the PCB decision to call me back. In a way I see it as a good chance to get some rest and prepare for the coming Pakistan Super League as I have been playing non-stop cricket for around five months now," Sarfraz said.

Asked about comments made by former fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar about him after the incident, Sarfaraz said what Akhtar had said had nothing to do with cricket and it was a personal attack.

"That is all I want to say," he said when asked again about the matter.

The PCB has kept quiet about the future of Sarfaraz as captain but an official noted that it was the policy of the board to appoint the skipper on a series-to-series basis.

Accepting his "mistake" after being banned for his racial remarks against a South African cricketer, banned Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed on Tuesday said that he has learnt a lesson from the unsavoury episode.

Accepting his "mistake" after being banned for his racial remarks against a South African cricketer, banned Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed on Tuesday said that he has learnt a lesson from the unsavoury episode. Soon after returning from South Africa, Sarfaraz has said that he has realised his mistake and that is why he had immediately apologised publicly after the episode. "It was a mistake and I have learnt from it," Sarfraz told reporters. Sarfaraz, who is Pakistan's permanent captain in all three formats, has been forced to return home after the ICC had imposed a four-match ban on him for making racially motivated comments about Andile Phehlukwayo during the third ODI in Durban. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) was quick to express its utter disappointment about the ICC's decision to ban Sarfaraz, noting that he had apologised immediately for his remarks to the South African team and also went and met with Phehlukwayo and expressed regrets to him. Sarfraz thanked PCB for its support but his supporters raised slogans against the ICC for the ban soon after his forced return to the country. "I am thankful to the PCB for the way they have handled this case," Sarfaraz said. "I also accept the ICC decision to ban me for four matches and for me that issue is closed but I will do whatever the PCB tells me to do," he added. Sarfaraz had returned home from South Africa to a rousing and emotional welcome from his supporters. Around a 100 people holding banners and placards in favour of Sarfaraz and against the ICC were at the Karachi airport to greet him when he came out of the terminal building. Slogans were raised in his favour with some shouting loudly that Sarfaraz is the permanent captain of the team and no one should think about removing him. Pakistan will still have the third and final T20 international to play against South Africa on February 6 after the ban on Sarfaraz ends, but the PCB has called him back and appointed veteran Shoaib Malik to lead the team in his absence. Malik led the team to victory in the fourth ODI to level the five-match ODI series at 2-2 with the decider to be played on Wednesday. Speculations are rife in Pakistan cricket that if Malik manages to win the ODI and T20 series, he could well be considered to lead Pakistan in the ICC World Cup in England, something which has greatly upset the supporters of Sarfaraz. "I have no issues with the PCB decision to call me back. In a way I see it as a good chance to get some rest and prepare for the coming Pakistan Super League as I have been playing non-stop cricket for around five months now," Sarfraz said. Asked about comments made by former fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar about him after the incident, Sarfaraz said what Akhtar had said had nothing to do with cricket and it was a personal attack. "That is all I want to say," he said when asked again about the matter. The PCB has kept quiet about the future of Sarfaraz as captain but an official noted that it was the policy of the board to appoint the skipper on a series-to-series basis.

Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed accepts mistake, says 'have learnt' lesson

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Sunday expressed disappointment at the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/pakistan-cricket-captain-sarfraz-ahmed-gets-4-match-suspension-over-racist-remark-by-icc-193139">ICC's decision to suspend </a>its captain Sarfraz Ahmed for four matches for his racist comments on a South African player during an ODI match in Durban.&nbsp;

The PCB said that it thought the matter to have been resolved amicably after Sarfraz apologised to Proteas all-rounder Andile Phehlukwayo.&nbsp;

Sarfraz was Sunday suspended for four matches by the International Cricket Council for his racist comments against Andile Phehlukwayo during the second one-dayer on January 22.

After the ICC announced its decision, the PCB issued a statement expressing surprise at the ban imposed of Sarfraz.

"The PCB notes the ICC decision on Sarfraz Ahmed with its utmost disappointment. PCB had anticipated that the matter had been resolved amicably between the two players and the two Boards following Sarfraz Ahmed's public apologies, which were accepted by the player, the Board and South Africa cricket team," the statement said.

"The PCB will be pursuing this matter at the ICC forums with the objective to bring reforms to the Code, promoting amicable resolutions to issues as opposed to penalties. Having said that, the PCB reiterates its zero-tolerance approach towards racist comments and behavior," it said.&nbsp;

The PCB also announced that Sarfraz would be returning home immediately from South Africa.

Sarfraz was heard on stump microphone of making racist remarks directed at Andile Phehlukwayo.

"Abey kaalay, teri ammi aaj kahan baitheen hain? Kya parhwa ke aya hai aaj tu? (Hey black (man), where is your mother sitting? What prayer did you get her to say for you today)?" Sarfraz was heard as saying.

Shoaib Malik will captain the team for the remaining ODIs and T20 internationals while Mohammad Rizwan has been included in the T20I side.

A PCB source said that the Board was unaware that Sarfraz would be suspended for four matches when it named him on Saturday to lead the team in the T20 series in South Africa, beginning on February 6.

"We were not aware what penalty the ICC would impose on him and when. There was some doubt if Sarfraz would face a ban after he had apologised publicly and in person to the South Africa players including Andile Phehlukwayo," a PCB official told PTI on Sunday.

Sarfraz, who leads Pakistan in all three formats, became the first Pakistani player to be penalized by the ICC under its anti-racism code.

The source also said that the ICC had considered an eight-match ban but took into account his prompt apology and the report of the match referee Ranjan Madugalle.

According to media reports, Pakistan's chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq and South African players Hashim Amla and Imran Tahir had played major roles in diffusing the situation.

Inzamam, who is in South Africa watching the one-day series with the World Cup in mind, used his friendship with Amla and Tahir to diffuse the situation.

The 'Daily Jang' newspaper reported that Inzamam had approached Amla and Tahir immediately after the incident happened and requested them to help out in containing the situation.

Inzamam and the PCB directed Sarfraz to immediately issue a public apology. Inzamam, Amla and Tahir arranged the meeting between Sarfraz and Phehlukwayo in which the Pakistan skipper extended his apologies and insisted it was unintentional.&nbsp;

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Sunday expressed disappointment at the ICC's decision to suspend its captain Sarfraz Ahmed for four matches for his racist comments on a South African player during an ODI match in Durban.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Sunday expressed disappointment at the ICC's decision to suspend its captain Sarfraz Ahmed for four matches for his racist comments on a South African player during an ODI match in Durban. The PCB said that it thought the matter to have been resolved amicably after Sarfraz apologised to Proteas all-rounder Andile Phehlukwayo. Sarfraz was Sunday suspended for four matches by the International Cricket Council for his racist comments against Andile Phehlukwayo during the second one-dayer on January 22. After the ICC announced its decision, the PCB issued a statement expressing surprise at the ban imposed of Sarfraz. "The PCB notes the ICC decision on Sarfraz Ahmed with its utmost disappointment. PCB had anticipated that the matter had been resolved amicably between the two players and the two Boards following Sarfraz Ahmed's public apologies, which were accepted by the player, the Board and South Africa cricket team," the statement said. "The PCB will be pursuing this matter at the ICC forums with the objective to bring reforms to the Code, promoting amicable resolutions to issues as opposed to penalties. Having said that, the PCB reiterates its zero-tolerance approach towards racist comments and behavior," it said. The PCB also announced that Sarfraz would be returning home immediately from South Africa. Sarfraz was heard on stump microphone of making racist remarks directed at Andile Phehlukwayo. "Abey kaalay, teri ammi aaj kahan baitheen hain? Kya parhwa ke aya hai aaj tu? (Hey black (man), where is your mother sitting? What prayer did you get her to say for you today)?" Sarfraz was heard as saying. Shoaib Malik will captain the team for the remaining ODIs and T20 internationals while Mohammad Rizwan has been included in the T20I side. A PCB source said that the Board was unaware that Sarfraz would be suspended for four matches when it named him on Saturday to lead the team in the T20 series in South Africa, beginning on February 6. "We were not aware what penalty the ICC would impose on him and when. There was some doubt if Sarfraz would face a ban after he had apologised publicly and in person to the South Africa players including Andile Phehlukwayo," a PCB official told PTI on Sunday. Sarfraz, who leads Pakistan in all three formats, became the first Pakistani player to be penalized by the ICC under its anti-racism code. The source also said that the ICC had considered an eight-match ban but took into account his prompt apology and the report of the match referee Ranjan Madugalle. According to media reports, Pakistan's chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq and South African players Hashim Amla and Imran Tahir had played major roles in diffusing the situation. Inzamam, who is in South Africa watching the one-day series with the World Cup in mind, used his friendship with Amla and Tahir to diffuse the situation. The 'Daily Jang' newspaper reported that Inzamam had approached Amla and Tahir immediately after the incident happened and requested them to help out in containing the situation. Inzamam and the PCB directed Sarfraz to immediately issue a public apology. Inzamam, Amla and Tahir arranged the meeting between Sarfraz and Phehlukwayo in which the Pakistan skipper extended his apologies and insisted it was unintentional.

PCB says it's disappointed at ICC decision to suspend Sarfraz Ahmed for 4 matches

Pakistan's cricket captain Sarfraz Ahmed has remained in the headlines of late for all wrong reasons. He stirred controversy for <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/pakistan-cricket-captain-sarfraz-ahmed-in-racial-abuse-row-under-icc-lens-192295">making racist remarks</a> at South Africa pacer Andile Phehlukwayo during the second One-Day International (ODI) on Tuesday.&nbsp;

The incident was criticised by one and all and has not been entirely cooled, while Sarfraz again surrounded by a new controversy.&nbsp;

A video from Durban ODI has been surfaced on social forums, in which Sarfraz can be heard making inappropriate comments.&nbsp;

This time Sarfraz targeted South African captain Faf du Plessis.&nbsp;

In the video, Sarfraz's words&nbsp;caught on stump mic, he said,&nbsp;"Yaheen kar isko yaheen kar , bacha bazi karta hai yeh" (bowl more of these stuff to this batsman, he indulges in 'bacha bazi').&nbsp;

Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ramiz-raja-explains-why-he-didnt-translate-sarfraz-ahmeds-racist-remarks-during-commentary-192693">Ramiz Raja explains why he didn't translate Sarfraz Ahmed's racist remarks during&nbsp;</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ramiz-raja-explains-why-he-didnt-translate-sarfraz-ahmeds-racist-remarks-during-commentary-192693">commentary</a>

The incident happened when&nbsp;Faf struggled to play&nbsp;Faheem Ashram&nbsp;and&nbsp;South Africa were at&nbsp;24/2.&nbsp;

'Bacha bazil's is a slang term in Afghanistan. It is the ugly practice where the young boys dance in parties by wearing the female clothes and/or involves in sexual relations.&nbsp;

Earlier, Sarfraz was caught on the stump mic saying, "Hey black [man], where is your mother sitting? What prayer did you get her to say for you today?" (Abe kaale, teri ammi aaj kahan baitheen hain? Kya parhwa ke aya hai aaj tu?).&nbsp;

He later <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/have-met-and-apologised-to-andile-phehlukwayo-says-sarfraz-ahmed-192755">apologised for the same</a> and also the Pakistan Cricket Board too expressed regret over the alleged racist remarks made by the national team captain.&nbsp;

Pakistan's cricket captain Sarfraz Ahmed has remained in the headlines of late for all wrong reasons. He stirred controversy for making racist remarks at South Africa pacer Andile Phehlukwayo during the second One-Day International (ODI) on Tuesday.

Pakistan's cricket captain Sarfraz Ahmed has remained in the headlines of late for all wrong reasons. He stirred controversy for making racist remarks at South Africa pacer Andile Phehlukwayo during the second One-Day International (ODI) on Tuesday. The incident was criticised by one and all and has not been entirely cooled, while Sarfraz again surrounded by a new controversy. A video from Durban ODI has been surfaced on social forums, in which Sarfraz can be heard making inappropriate comments. This time Sarfraz targeted South African captain Faf du Plessis. In the video, Sarfraz's words caught on stump mic, he said, "Yaheen kar isko yaheen kar , bacha bazi karta hai yeh" (bowl more of these stuff to this batsman, he indulges in 'bacha bazi'). Also Read: Ramiz Raja explains why he didn't translate Sarfraz Ahmed's racist remarks during commentary The incident happened when Faf struggled to play Faheem Ashram and South Africa were at 24/2. 'Bacha bazil's is a slang term in Afghanistan. It is the ugly practice where the young boys dance in parties by wearing the female clothes and/or involves in sexual relations. Earlier, Sarfraz was caught on the stump mic saying, "Hey black [man], where is your mother sitting? What prayer did you get her to say for you today?" (Abe kaale, teri ammi aaj kahan baitheen hain? Kya parhwa ke aya hai aaj tu?). He later apologised for the same and also the Pakistan Cricket Board too expressed regret over the alleged racist remarks made by the national team captain.

Sarfraz Ahmed again in trouble for his inappropriate comments, another video reveals more

The International Cricket Council suspended&nbsp;Pakistan's cricket captain&nbsp;for four international matches over the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/pakistan-cricket-captain-sarfraz-ahmed-in-racial-abuse-row-under-icc-lens-192295">racist remark</a>&nbsp;picked up by the stump mic in South Africa last week.&nbsp;

Sarfraz was heard making a comment in Urdu about Andile&nbsp;Phehlukwayo during last week's one-day international in Durban, where the South African all-rounder played a match-winning partnership with Rassie van der Dussen.

The incident happened in the 37th over of South Africa's run chase when Pakistan's wicket-keeper Sarfraz made inappropriate comments while keeping.&nbsp;

Sarfraz passed comments in Urdu, saying, "Abey&nbsp;kaale,&nbsp;teri&nbsp;ammi&nbsp;aaj&nbsp;kahaan&nbsp;baitheen&nbsp;hain? Kya&nbsp;parwa&nbsp;ke&nbsp;aaye&nbsp;hai&nbsp;aaj&nbsp;(Hey black guy, where's your mother sitting today? What have you got her to say for you today)?"&nbsp;

"The ICC has a zero-tolerance policy towards conduct of this nature," the global cricket governing body's chief executive David Richardson said in a statement.&nbsp;

Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ramiz-raja-explains-why-he-didnt-translate-sarfraz-ahmeds-racist-remarks-during-commentary-192693">Ramiz Raja explains why he didn't translate Sarfraz Ahmed's racist remarks during&nbsp;</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ramiz-raja-explains-why-he-didnt-translate-sarfraz-ahmeds-racist-remarks-during-commentary-192693">commentary</a>

The Pakistan captain later apologised for the comment on Twitter.&nbsp;

"I wish to extend my sincere apologies to any person who may have taken offence from my expression of frustration...," Sarfraz wrote.

The apology was given weight by the ICC as it handed out its suspension.&nbsp;

"Sarfraz has promptly admitted the offence, was regretful of his actions and has issued a public apology, so these factors were taken into account when determining an appropriate sanction," said Richardson.&nbsp;

Sarfraz's action had attracted widespread criticism with former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar.&nbsp;

The Pakistan Cricket Board too expressed regret over the alleged racist remarks made by the national team captain.&nbsp;

"The PCB neither endorses nor supports any comments that have the potential to cause offence, and firmly reiterates their zero-tolerance approach towards racist comments made; in whatever context," the PCB had stated.&nbsp;

The International Cricket Council suspended Pakistan's cricket captain for four international matches over the racist remark picked up by the stump mic in South Africa last week.

The International Cricket Council suspended Pakistan's cricket captain for four international matches over the racist remark picked up by the stump mic in South Africa last week. Sarfraz was heard making a comment in Urdu about Andile Phehlukwayo during last week's one-day international in Durban, where the South African all-rounder played a match-winning partnership with Rassie van der Dussen. The incident happened in the 37th over of South Africa's run chase when Pakistan's wicket-keeper Sarfraz made inappropriate comments while keeping. Sarfraz passed comments in Urdu, saying, "Abey kaale, teri ammi aaj kahaan baitheen hain? Kya parwa ke aaye hai aaj (Hey black guy, where's your mother sitting today? What have you got her to say for you today)?" "The ICC has a zero-tolerance policy towards conduct of this nature," the global cricket governing body's chief executive David Richardson said in a statement. Also Read: Ramiz Raja explains why he didn't translate Sarfraz Ahmed's racist remarks during commentary The Pakistan captain later apologised for the comment on Twitter. "I wish to extend my sincere apologies to any person who may have taken offence from my expression of frustration...," Sarfraz wrote. The apology was given weight by the ICC as it handed out its suspension. "Sarfraz has promptly admitted the offence, was regretful of his actions and has issued a public apology, so these factors were taken into account when determining an appropriate sanction," said Richardson. Sarfraz's action had attracted widespread criticism with former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar. The Pakistan Cricket Board too expressed regret over the alleged racist remarks made by the national team captain. "The PCB neither endorses nor supports any comments that have the potential to cause offence, and firmly reiterates their zero-tolerance approach towards racist comments made; in whatever context," the PCB had stated.

ICC suspends Pak cricket captain Sarfraz Ahmed for 4 matches over racist remark

Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed Friday met Andile Phehlukwayo and apologised for hurling allegedly <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/pakistan-cricket-captain-sarfraz-ahmed-in-racial-abuse-row-under-icc-lens-192295">racist slurs</a> at the South African all-rounder during the second ODI here.&nbsp;

Sarfaraz was caught making racist comments by the stump mic in the 37th over of South Africa's run chase on Tuesday. South Africa eventually won the match by five wickets.&nbsp;

"This morning I apologised to Andile Phehlukwayo and he was gracious enough to accept my apology .And I hope the people of South Africa also accept my apology," Sarfaraz wrote on his Twitter page.&nbsp;

Also Read: <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ramiz-raja-explains-why-he-didnt-translate-sarfraz-ahmeds-racist-remarks-during-commentary-192693">Ramiz Raja explains why he didn't translate Sarfraz Ahmed's racist remarks during </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ramiz-raja-explains-why-he-didnt-translate-sarfraz-ahmeds-racist-remarks-during-commentary-192693">commentary</a>

Sarfaraz had earlier issued a long apology on Wednesday, insisting that his comments were not directed at anyone in particular. But on Thursday he met Phehlukwayo.&nbsp;

"Abey kaale, teri ammi aaj kahaan baitheen hain? Kya parwa ke aaye hai aaj (Hey black guy, where's your mother sitting today? What have you got her to say for you today)?" Sarfaraz was what he had been recorded as saying on the field.&nbsp;

His action had attracted widespread criticism with former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar asking him to apologise.&nbsp;

The Pakistan Cricket Board too expressed regret over the alleged racist remarks made by the national team captain.&nbsp;

"The PCB neither endorses nor supports any comments that have the potential to cause offence, and firmly reiterates their zero-tolerance approach towards racist comments made; in whatever context," the PCB had stated.

Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed Friday met Andile Phehlukwayo and apologised for hurling allegedly racist slurs at the South African all-rounder during the second ODI here.

Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed Friday met Andile Phehlukwayo and apologised for hurling allegedly racist slurs at the South African all-rounder during the second ODI here. Sarfaraz was caught making racist comments by the stump mic in the 37th over of South Africa's run chase on Tuesday. South Africa eventually won the match by five wickets. "This morning I apologised to Andile Phehlukwayo and he was gracious enough to accept my apology .And I hope the people of South Africa also accept my apology," Sarfaraz wrote on his Twitter page. Also Read: Ramiz Raja explains why he didn't translate Sarfraz Ahmed's racist remarks during commentary Sarfaraz had earlier issued a long apology on Wednesday, insisting that his comments were not directed at anyone in particular. But on Thursday he met Phehlukwayo. "Abey kaale, teri ammi aaj kahaan baitheen hain? Kya parwa ke aaye hai aaj (Hey black guy, where's your mother sitting today? What have you got her to say for you today)?" Sarfaraz was what he had been recorded as saying on the field. His action had attracted widespread criticism with former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar asking him to apologise. The Pakistan Cricket Board too expressed regret over the alleged racist remarks made by the national team captain. "The PCB neither endorses nor supports any comments that have the potential to cause offence, and firmly reiterates their zero-tolerance approach towards racist comments made; in whatever context," the PCB had stated.

Have met and apologised to Andile Phehlukwayo, says Sarfraz Ahmed

Ramiz Raja, the former Pakistani cricketer, explained that why he did not translate the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/pakistan-cricket-captain-sarfraz-ahmed-in-racial-abuse-row-under-icc-lens-192295">racist remarks made by Pakistan's team captain Sarfraz Ahmed</a> against South African pacer Andile Phehlukwayo during the second one-day match in Durban that the hosts eventually won by five wickets.&nbsp;

The incident happened in the 37th over of South Africa's run chase when Pakistan's wicket-keeper Sarfraz made inappropriate comments while keeping the stumps.&nbsp;

Sarfraz passed comments in Urdu, he said, "Abey kaale, teri ammi aaj kahaan baitheen hain? Kya parwa ke aaye hai aaj (Hey black guy, where's your mother sitting today? What have you got her to say for you today)?"

The right-handed batsman Raja, who was the commentator of the match, released a video on his YouTube channel "Ramiz Speaks" and spoke about the incident.&nbsp;

He said, "Racial slurs are completely unacceptable. It's good that Sarfraz has apologised."&nbsp;

He suggested that Sarfraz should not play the next match because it will create unwanted pressure on the entire team.&nbsp;

When the incident happened, Ramiz refrained from translating the comments to Urdu saying that it is an uncouth way of commentary.&nbsp;

He explained, "Translating every abuse, comment or racial slur in an unintelligent commentary."&nbsp;

"I stretched myself and translated the funny parts from Urdu to English but can be doing this every time."&nbsp;

He also mentioned, "Now, I have decided that I m not going to translate anything from Urdu to English, will stick to English commentary only."&nbsp;

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Pakistan and South Africa will play the next one-day of a five-match series at Centurion on January 25.&nbsp;

Pakistan Cricket Board has <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/pcb-neither-endorses-nor-supports-sarfraz-ahmeds-racist-remarks-192559">expressed regret over the comments</a> that were caught on the stump microphone, stating that PCB neither endorses nor supports any comments that have the potential to cause offence.&nbsp;

The PCB also said that such incidents underline the role of educational training and it will work towards providing it.&nbsp;

Ramiz Raja, the former Pakistani cricketer, explained that why he did not translate the racist remarks made by Pakistan's team captain Sarfraz Ahmed against South African pacer Andile Phehlukwayo during the second one-day match in Durban that the hosts eventually won by five wickets.

Ramiz Raja, the former Pakistani cricketer, explained that why he did not translate the racist remarks made by Pakistan's team captain Sarfraz Ahmed against South African pacer Andile Phehlukwayo during the second one-day match in Durban that the hosts eventually won by five wickets. The incident happened in the 37th over of South Africa's run chase when Pakistan's wicket-keeper Sarfraz made inappropriate comments while keeping the stumps. Sarfraz passed comments in Urdu, he said, "Abey kaale, teri ammi aaj kahaan baitheen hain? Kya parwa ke aaye hai aaj (Hey black guy, where's your mother sitting today? What have you got her to say for you today)?" The right-handed batsman Raja, who was the commentator of the match, released a video on his YouTube channel "Ramiz Speaks" and spoke about the incident. He said, "Racial slurs are completely unacceptable. It's good that Sarfraz has apologised." He suggested that Sarfraz should not play the next match because it will create unwanted pressure on the entire team. When the incident happened, Ramiz refrained from translating the comments to Urdu saying that it is an uncouth way of commentary. He explained, "Translating every abuse, comment or racial slur in an unintelligent commentary." "I stretched myself and translated the funny parts from Urdu to English but can be doing this every time." He also mentioned, "Now, I have decided that I m not going to translate anything from Urdu to English, will stick to English commentary only." Watch the show: × Pakistan and South Africa will play the next one-day of a five-match series at Centurion on January 25. Pakistan Cricket Board has expressed regret over the comments that were caught on the stump microphone, stating that PCB neither endorses nor supports any comments that have the potential to cause offence. The PCB also said that such incidents underline the role of educational training and it will work towards providing it.

Ramiz Raja explains why he didn't translate Sarfraz Ahmed's racist remarks during commentary

Pakistan's Cricket Board (PCB) has responded to the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/pakistan-cricket-captain-sarfraz-ahmed-in-racial-abuse-row-under-icc-lens-192295">alleged racist comments</a> made by national team captain Sarfraz Ahmed against South African pacer Andile Phehlukwayo during the second ODI in Durban.&nbsp;

The board has expressed regret over the comments that were caught on the stump microphone.&nbsp;

"The PCB expresses regret over the remark made by their captain Sarfaraz Ahmed and picked up by the stump mic during the second ODI against South Africa in Durban," PCB said in a statement.&nbsp;

"The PCB neither endorses nor supports any comments that have the potential to cause offence, and firmly reiterates their zero-tolerance approach towards racist comments made; in whatever context."&nbsp;

The incident happened in the 37th over of South Africa's run chase when Pakistan's wicket-keeper batsman Sarfraz made inappropriate comments while keeping the stumps. The hosts eventually won the match by five wickets.&nbsp;

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Sarfraz passed comments in Urdu, he said, "Abey kaale, teri ammi aaj kahaan baitheen hain? Kya parwa ke aaye hai aaj (Hey black guy, where's your mother sitting today? What have you got her to say for you today)?"

The PCB also said that such incidents underline the role of educational training and it will work towards providing it.&nbsp;

"This incident has also highlighted the importance and significance of player education and training at all levels. The PCB endeavours to improve their player education programmes to ensure these types of incidents do not happen again.&nbsp;

"Sarfaraz is one of the most respected cricketers in the world. However, captaining Pakistan is a massive honour and any hurtful remarks by any cricketer, let alone the captain, are not acceptable to the PCB," it added.

Sarfraz also took to social media to apologise for his actions.&nbsp;

"I wish to extend my sincere apologies to any person who may have taken offence from my expression of frustration which was unfortunately caught by the stump mic during yesterday's game against SA," he tweeted. &nbsp;

"My words were not directed towards anyone in particular and I certainly had no intention of upsetting anyone. I did not even mean for my words to be heard, understood or communicated to the opposing team or the cricket fans."&nbsp;

Pakistan's Cricket Board (PCB) has responded to the alleged racist comments made by national team captain Sarfraz Ahmed against South African pacer Andile Phehlukwayo during the second ODI in Durban.

Pakistan's Cricket Board (PCB) has responded to the alleged racist comments made by national team captain Sarfraz Ahmed against South African pacer Andile Phehlukwayo during the second ODI in Durban. The board has expressed regret over the comments that were caught on the stump microphone. "The PCB expresses regret over the remark made by their captain Sarfaraz Ahmed and picked up by the stump mic during the second ODI against South Africa in Durban," PCB said in a statement. "The PCB neither endorses nor supports any comments that have the potential to cause offence, and firmly reiterates their zero-tolerance approach towards racist comments made; in whatever context." The incident happened in the 37th over of South Africa's run chase when Pakistan's wicket-keeper batsman Sarfraz made inappropriate comments while keeping the stumps. The hosts eventually won the match by five wickets. PCB regrets Durban incident https://t.co/o4j1KguPDx — PCB Official (@TheRealPCB) January 23, 2019 × Sarfraz passed comments in Urdu, he said, "Abey kaale, teri ammi aaj kahaan baitheen hain? Kya parwa ke aaye hai aaj (Hey black guy, where's your mother sitting today? What have you got her to say for you today)?" The PCB also said that such incidents underline the role of educational training and it will work towards providing it. "This incident has also highlighted the importance and significance of player education and training at all levels. The PCB endeavours to improve their player education programmes to ensure these types of incidents do not happen again. "Sarfaraz is one of the most respected cricketers in the world. However, captaining Pakistan is a massive honour and any hurtful remarks by any cricketer, let alone the captain, are not acceptable to the PCB," it added. Sarfraz also took to social media to apologise for his actions. "I wish to extend my sincere apologies to any person who may have taken offence from my expression of frustration which was unfortunately caught by the stump mic during yesterday's game against SA," he tweeted. "My words were not directed towards anyone in particular and I certainly had no intention of upsetting anyone. I did not even mean for my words to be heard, understood or communicated to the opposing team or the cricket fans."

'PCB neither endorses nor supports' Sarfraz Ahmed's racist remarks

Pakistan cricket captain Sarfraz Ahmed stirred a controversy when he allegedly hurled racist remarks at South Africa pacer Andile Phehlukwayo during the second One-Day International (ODI) on Tuesday.

The 31-year-old was picked up by the stump mic saying, "Hey black [man], where is your mother sitting? What prayer did you get her to say for you today?" (Abe kaale, teri ammi aaj kahan baitheen hain? Kya parhwa ke aya hai aaj tu?), Dawn reported.

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The wicket-keeper batsman could land in trouble if the International Cricket Council decides to conduct further investigation in the matter.&nbsp;

The comment sparked a storm of criticism on social media with a host of people condemning Sarfaraz`s comment.

Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar posted a video on his Twitter handle saying that such comments are not acceptable in Pakistan.&nbsp;

He added that the comment might have come in the heat of the moment and the batsman should apologise for the same.

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"Sarfraz must explain himself to Media &amp; public regarding his comments to the batsman," Akhtar captioned the video. Meanwhile, South Africa won the second match against Pakistan to level the ongoing series 1-1.

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Pakistan cricket captain Sarfraz Ahmed stirred a controversy when he allegedly hurled racist remarks at South Africa pacer Andile Phehlukwayo during the second One-Day International (ODI) on Tuesday.

Pakistan cricket captain Sarfraz Ahmed stirred a controversy when he allegedly hurled racist remarks at South Africa pacer Andile Phehlukwayo during the second One-Day International (ODI) on Tuesday. The 31-year-old was picked up by the stump mic saying, "Hey black [man], where is your mother sitting? What prayer did you get her to say for you today?" (Abe kaale, teri ammi aaj kahan baitheen hain? Kya parhwa ke aya hai aaj tu?), Dawn reported. × The wicket-keeper batsman could land in trouble if the International Cricket Council decides to conduct further investigation in the matter. The comment sparked a storm of criticism on social media with a host of people condemning Sarfaraz`s comment. Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar posted a video on his Twitter handle saying that such comments are not acceptable in Pakistan. He added that the comment might have come in the heat of the moment and the batsman should apologise for the same. Sarfraz must explain himself to Media & public regarding his comments to batsman.. pic.twitter.com/Ocx74ry4IW — Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) January 23, 2019 × "Sarfraz must explain himself to Media & public regarding his comments to the batsman," Akhtar captioned the video. Meanwhile, South Africa won the second match against Pakistan to level the ongoing series 1-1. (With inputs from ANI)

Pakistan cricket captain Sarfraz Ahmed in racial abuse row, under ICC lens

Dale Steyn became South Africa's leading test wicket-taker and Duanne Olivier took career-best figures as Pakistan were bowled out for 181 on the opening day of the first test on Wednesday.

But the visitors mounted a spirited fightback with the ball, reducing South Africa to 127 for five at the close. Top scorer Themba Bavuma (38 not out) and nightwatchman Steyn (13 not out) will resume on day two with the hosts still trailing by 54 runs.

South Africa ripped through Pakistan after being asked to bowl by visiting captain Sarfraz Ahmed as Olivier, in the side for the injured Vernon Philander, claimed 6-37 with his pace and accuracy on a wicket already showing a variable bounce.

But the headlines will revolve around Steyn, who had opener Fakhar Zaman (12) caught at slip by Elgar to move to 422 test wickets, taking outright top spot on South Africa's all-time list ahead of Shaun Pollock.

He was hoisted on the shoulders of fast bowling partner Kagiso Rabada as the healthy Boxing Day crowd at Centurion Park gave him a standing ovation.

The visitors were in early trouble when Rabada (3-59) had Imam-ul-Haq trapped lbw for a duck.

After Steyn (1-66) had removed Zaman with the score on 17, Pakistan moved past 50 before Shan Masood (19) played the ball on to his own stumps off the impressive Olivier.

Asad Shafiq (seven) never looked comfortable at the crease and became Olivier’s second victim as Pakistan took lunch on 76 for four.

The fast bowler ripped through the middle order after the break, removing Azhar Ali (36), Sarfraz (0) and Mohammad Amir (1) in quick succession.

Pakistan were reduced to 111 for eight but mounted an excellent fightback through Babar Azam (71 from 79 balls) as he put on 67 for the ninth wicket with Hasan Ali (21 not out) before being caught at second slip by Faf du Plessis off Rabada.

Pakistan continued their turnaround with the ball as they reduced the home side to 43 for four when Shaheen Afridi (2-36) took the wickets of Dean Elgar (22) and home captain Du Plessis (0) off successive deliveries, both off the edge of the bat.

Aiden Markram (12) and struggling Hashim Amla (8) also fell to high-quality fast bowling from Hasan and Amir, who picked up the wicket of Theunis de Bruyn (29) late in the day.

Dale Steyn became South Africa's leading test wicket-taker and Duanne Olivier took career-best figures as Pakistan were bowled out for 181 on the opening day of the first test on Wednesday.

Dale Steyn became South Africa's leading test wicket-taker and Duanne Olivier took career-best figures as Pakistan were bowled out for 181 on the opening day of the first test on Wednesday. But the visitors mounted a spirited fightback with the ball, reducing South Africa to 127 for five at the close. Top scorer Themba Bavuma (38 not out) and nightwatchman Steyn (13 not out) will resume on day two with the hosts still trailing by 54 runs. South Africa ripped through Pakistan after being asked to bowl by visiting captain Sarfraz Ahmed as Olivier, in the side for the injured Vernon Philander, claimed 6-37 with his pace and accuracy on a wicket already showing a variable bounce. But the headlines will revolve around Steyn, who had opener Fakhar Zaman (12) caught at slip by Elgar to move to 422 test wickets, taking outright top spot on South Africa's all-time list ahead of Shaun Pollock. He was hoisted on the shoulders of fast bowling partner Kagiso Rabada as the healthy Boxing Day crowd at Centurion Park gave him a standing ovation. The visitors were in early trouble when Rabada (3-59) had Imam-ul-Haq trapped lbw for a duck. After Steyn (1-66) had removed Zaman with the score on 17, Pakistan moved past 50 before Shan Masood (19) played the ball on to his own stumps off the impressive Olivier. Asad Shafiq (seven) never looked comfortable at the crease and became Olivier’s second victim as Pakistan took lunch on 76 for four. The fast bowler ripped through the middle order after the break, removing Azhar Ali (36), Sarfraz (0) and Mohammad Amir (1) in quick succession. Pakistan were reduced to 111 for eight but mounted an excellent fightback through Babar Azam (71 from 79 balls) as he put on 67 for the ninth wicket with Hasan Ali (21 not out) before being caught at second slip by Faf du Plessis off Rabada. Pakistan continued their turnaround with the ball as they reduced the home side to 43 for four when Shaheen Afridi (2-36) took the wickets of Dean Elgar (22) and home captain Du Plessis (0) off successive deliveries, both off the edge of the bat. Aiden Markram (12) and struggling Hashim Amla (8) also fell to high-quality fast bowling from Hasan and Amir, who picked up the wicket of Theunis de Bruyn (29) late in the day.

South Africa's Steyn makes history, Olivier shines before Pakistan fightback

Former Pakistan skipper Azhar Ali on Thursday announced his retirement from one-day international cricket. The right-handed batsman said he wanted to focus on his test career.

"I haven't taken this decision suddenly. I have been thinking about it," Azhar told reporters in Lahore. "It's the right time to focus on tests. There have been terrific players in one-dayers in the Pakistan set-up.

"I want to concentrate on tests with the same fitness and energy that I have been. I didn't decide to retire after any hard feelings. It's my personal decision."

The 33-year-old became captain of Pakistan's ODI side after the 2015 World Cup but was replaced by Sarfraz Ahmed at the start of 2017 after a string of poor results.

Former Pakistan skipper Azhar Ali on Thursday announced his retirement from one-day international cricket. The right-handed batsman said he wanted to focus on his test career.

Former Pakistan skipper Azhar Ali on Thursday announced his retirement from one-day international cricket. The right-handed batsman said he wanted to focus on his test career. "I haven't taken this decision suddenly. I have been thinking about it," Azhar told reporters in Lahore. "It's the right time to focus on tests. There have been terrific players in one-dayers in the Pakistan set-up. "I want to concentrate on tests with the same fitness and energy that I have been. I didn't decide to retire after any hard feelings. It's my personal decision." The 33-year-old became captain of Pakistan's ODI side after the 2015 World Cup but was replaced by Sarfraz Ahmed at the start of 2017 after a string of poor results.

Pakistan's Azhar Ali retires from one-day internationals

Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed faces some searching questions to answer for the second test against Australia over his bowling attack and batting lineup after Tim Paine's side produced a battling draw in the first test in Dubai.

Usman Khawaja defied pre-match predictions and a poor return on turning pitches in Asia to score a battling 141 and anchor his side's defiance as they survived 139.5 overs in stifling conditions to ensure a draw.

Sarfraz's bowlers were unable to put concerted pressure on the visitors with Khawaja reverse sweeping leg-spinner Yasir Shah seemingly at will on a pitch that was deteriorating and offering assistance to Pakistan's four slow bowlers.

Left-arm quick Wahab Riaz also failed to effectively exploit any reverse swing he was achieving with the older ball, forcing Sarfraz to continually change his tactics and fielding positions in an effort to manufacture a wicket.

The second test starts in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday and Sarfraz's side will be forced to make at least one change with opening batsman Imam-ul-Haq having surgery on a broken finger and ruled out of the match.

Imam scored an impressive 76 in a 205-run opening stand with Mohammed Hafeez that set up Pakistan's first innings of 482.

He added 48 in Pakistan's second innings of 181 for six declared but broke the little finger on his left hand while fielding on the fifth and final day and was forced from the ground.

The left-handed opener had surgery in Dubai on Saturday and would return home on Tuesday, the Pakistan Cricket Board said.&nbsp;

His absence will necessitate changes to the batting order with Fakhar Zaman the only other specialist opening batsman in the squad, although he is yet to make his test debut at the age of 28 and not played a first-class match in more than a year.&nbsp;

Azhar Ali, who scored just a total of 22 runs in the first test, could also be promoted up the order to open with Hafeez with leg-spinning all-rounder Shadab

Khan possibly coming into the squad to bolster the team's bowling stocks.

The 20-year-old Shadab, however, is battling a groin injury that ruled him out of the first test and which thwarted coach Mickey Arthur's plans of combining him with Yasir to attack Australia's inexperienced batting lineup.

Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed faces some searching questions to answer for the second test against Australia over his bowling attack and batting lineup after Tim Paine's side produced a battling draw in the first test in Dubai.

Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed faces some searching questions to answer for the second test against Australia over his bowling attack and batting lineup after Tim Paine's side produced a battling draw in the first test in Dubai. Usman Khawaja defied pre-match predictions and a poor return on turning pitches in Asia to score a battling 141 and anchor his side's defiance as they survived 139.5 overs in stifling conditions to ensure a draw. Sarfraz's bowlers were unable to put concerted pressure on the visitors with Khawaja reverse sweeping leg-spinner Yasir Shah seemingly at will on a pitch that was deteriorating and offering assistance to Pakistan's four slow bowlers. Left-arm quick Wahab Riaz also failed to effectively exploit any reverse swing he was achieving with the older ball, forcing Sarfraz to continually change his tactics and fielding positions in an effort to manufacture a wicket. The second test starts in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday and Sarfraz's side will be forced to make at least one change with opening batsman Imam-ul-Haq having surgery on a broken finger and ruled out of the match. Imam scored an impressive 76 in a 205-run opening stand with Mohammed Hafeez that set up Pakistan's first innings of 482. He added 48 in Pakistan's second innings of 181 for six declared but broke the little finger on his left hand while fielding on the fifth and final day and was forced from the ground. The left-handed opener had surgery in Dubai on Saturday and would return home on Tuesday, the Pakistan Cricket Board said. His absence will necessitate changes to the batting order with Fakhar Zaman the only other specialist opening batsman in the squad, although he is yet to make his test debut at the age of 28 and not played a first-class match in more than a year. Azhar Ali, who scored just a total of 22 runs in the first test, could also be promoted up the order to open with Hafeez with leg-spinning all-rounder Shadab Khan possibly coming into the squad to bolster the team's bowling stocks. The 20-year-old Shadab, however, is battling a groin injury that ruled him out of the first test and which thwarted coach Mickey Arthur's plans of combining him with Yasir to attack Australia's inexperienced batting lineup.

Pakistan skipper Sarfraz faces questions over second test tactics, team composition

Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed faces some searching questions to answer for the second test against Australia over his bowling attack and batting lineup after Tim Paine's side produced a battling draw in the first test in Dubai.

Usman Khawaja defied pre-match predictions and a poor return on turning pitches in Asia to score a battling 141 and anchor his side's defiance as they survived 139.5 overs in stifling conditions to ensure a draw.

Sarfraz's bowlers were unable to put concerted pressure on the visitors with Khawaja reverse sweeping leg-spinner Yasir Shah seemingly at will on a pitch that was deteriorating and offering assistance to Pakistan's four slow bowlers.

Left-arm quick Wahab Riaz also failed to effectively exploit any reverse swing he was achieving with the older ball, forcing Sarfraz to continually change his tactics and fielding positions in an effort to manufacture a wicket.

The second test starts in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday and Sarfraz's side will be forced to make at least one change with opening batsman Imam-ul-Haq having surgery on a broken finger and ruled out of the match.

Imam scored an impressive 76 in a 205-run opening stand with Mohammed Hafeez that set up Pakistan's first innings of 482.

He added 48 in Pakistan's second innings of 181 for six declared but broke the little finger on his left hand while fielding on the fifth and final day and was forced from the ground.

The left-handed opener had surgery in Dubai on Saturday and would return home on Tuesday, the Pakistan Cricket Board said.

His absence will necessitate changes to the batting order with Fakhar Zaman the only other specialist opening batsman in the squad, although he is yet to make his test debut at the age of 28 and not played a first-class match in more than a year.

Azhar Ali, who scored just a total of 22 runs in the first test, could also be promoted up the order to open with Hafeez with leg-spinning all-rounder Shadab Khan possibly coming into the squad to bolster the team's bowling stocks.

The 20-year-old Shadab, however, is battling a groin injury that ruled him out of the first test and which thwarted coach Mickey Arthur's plans of combining him with Yasir to attack Australia's inexperienced batting lineup.

Sarfraz faces questions over second test tactics, team composition

Pakistan cricket team were fined for maintaining a slow over-rate during their nine-wicket win over England in the opening Test of the two-match series at the Lord's on Sunday.

The fine was imposed after the Sarfraz Ahmed-led side was ruled to be three overs short of their target when time allowances were taken into consideration.

Sarfraz has been fined 60 per cent of his match fee, while his players have received 30 per cent fines.

If Pakistan commits another minor over-rate breach in a Test within 12 months of this offence with Sarfraz as captain, it will be deemed a second offence by Sarfraz and he will face a suspension.

Sarfraz pleaded guilty to the offence and accepted the proposed sanction, so there was no need for a formal hearing.

The charge was levelled by on-field umpires Paul Reiffel and Rod Tucker, third umpire Bruce Oxenford and fourth umpire Rob Bailey.&nbsp

The fine was imposed after the Sarfraz Ahmed-led side was ruled to be three overs short of their target

Pakistan cricket team were fined for maintaining a slow over-rate during their nine-wicket win over England in the opening Test of the two-match series at the Lord's on Sunday. The fine was imposed after the Sarfraz Ahmed-led side was ruled to be three overs short of their target when time allowances were taken into consideration. Sarfraz has been fined 60 per cent of his match fee, while his players have received 30 per cent fines. If Pakistan commits another minor over-rate breach in a Test within 12 months of this offence with Sarfraz as captain, it will be deemed a second offence by Sarfraz and he will face a suspension. Sarfraz pleaded guilty to the offence and accepted the proposed sanction, so there was no need for a formal hearing. The charge was levelled by on-field umpires Paul Reiffel and Rod Tucker, third umpire Bruce Oxenford and fourth umpire Rob Bailey.

Pakistan fined for slow over-rate in Lord's Test

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