Former Test captains Amir Sohail and English cricketer Nasser Hussain are commentators in the ongoing Test series between Pakistan and England, with Zainab Abbas serving as the presenter; but both Pakistanis are facing criticism for a viral picture.
A picture of both is circulating on social media, in which Nasser is sitting and holding an umbrella to avoid the hot sun while the helpers are lifting the umbrellas of Amir Sohail and Zainab Abbas.
When this picture went viral on social media, users started criticizing it.
A user wrote that it is a shame that a British man, Nasir Hussain, can hold his umbrella, but these two Pakistanis need help.
Here are some other reactions.
In the first match of the Test series between the teams of Pakistan and England, the third day’s play is going on, and three players of England have completed half-centuries. The first match of the 3-match Test series is being played in Multan; on the second day, the entire Pakistan team was bowled out for 556 runs.
Pakistan’s cricket team is currently playing a Test match against England in Multan, and one Pakistani player is wearing a hat with ‘804’ written on it, referencing the prisoner number of incarcerated former Prime Minister Imran Khan.
A video of Pakistan cricket team all-rounder Aamir Jamal is going viral on social media, where he can be seen wearing a hat with 804 written on it on the ground. When this video went viral, a series of comments started from pro-PTI users that Aamir Jamal also supports Imran Khan and is crazy about him.
A user wrote that it is now time to remove Aamir Jamal from the team.
Here are some other reactions.
After former Prime Minister Imran Khan went to jail, the term ‘Prisoner No. 804’ became common among Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) workers and supporters because of their love for him. Shirts, caps, and other goods of the same number are also available on the market, while songs on prisoner number 804 by PTI workers are also coming out.
Mahmudullah, a senior player on the Bangladesh cricket team, has announced his retirement from T20 cricket, stating that the series against India will be his last, but he will continue to play in ODI cricket.
In a press conference, Mahmudullah said, “I am retiring from T20 cricket after the last match of this series. I had made this decision before coming here. I also spoke to my family, coach, captain, chief selector and the president of the board. I think it is the right time to leave the format, especially with the World Cup coming up in less than two years. I will now focus on ODI cricket.”
Mahmudullah retired from Test cricket three years ago. He has played 139 T20 matches for Bangladesh, and if he plays the last two matches of this series, he will become the third most-capped player in T20 with 141 matches.
He mentioned changing his batting style during the 2016 T20 World Cup, which was held in India. “I batted at number six or number seven, so I changed my batting style and strategy. It was a finisher role for the team, which was a tough job. You can’t always finish the game,” he said. “
The second T20 match of the series between India and Bangladesh will be played on October 9 in Delhi. India is leading the series 1-0, winning the first match by seven wickets.
The Champions Trophy is scheduled to be played in Pakistan in February and March of 2025.
Reports now claim that the matches of the Indian cricket team, including the final of the event, will be shifted from Lahore to Dubai in case of India qualify for the final.
A total of three venues, including Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi, are scheduled to host 15 games for the mega event.
UK publication ‘The Telegraph’ has reported that the International Cricket Council (ICC) is considering differnt venues for India’s matches, including the final of the trophy. The final could be shifted from Lahore to Dubai. The final is scheduled to be played in Gadafi Stadium in Lahore on March 9, 2025.
Abu Dhabi and Sharjah are likely to host India’s matches if needed, The Telegraph has reported.
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has expressed confidence and said that the ICC Champions Trophy will be held in Pakistan, and all the teams, including traditional rivals India, will participate in the tournament.
He said that all the work in the stadiums will be done before the matches, and if any work is left, it will be completed after the tournament. By February-March, the stadiums will definitely be in a much better shape than before to host the matches.
On the other hand, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has not yet confirmed their participation in the champions trophy. BCCI’s vice president, Rajeev Shukla, said that they would visit Pakistan if the government allowed them. The last time India visited Pakistan was in 2008.
The Pakistan cricket team has been bowled out for 556 runs on the second day of the first Test at Multan Cricket Stadium.
On the second day of the match, Saud Shakeel and Naseem Shah started the game; Naseem Shah returned to the pavilion after scoring 33 runs on a score of 388, while Mohammad Rizwan, who came after him, got out without scoring any runs.
Saud Shakeel fell for the national team’s seventh wicket of 450. Saud Shakeel was caught out after scoring 82 runs off 177 balls. After Saud, Amir Jamal scored seven runs, and then Shaheen Shah Afridi returned to the pavilion after scoring 26 runs.
Apart from ths Salman Ali Afgha scored 104 runs.
Jack Leach took three while Gus Atkinson and Brydon Carse took two wickets each
DAY 1:
Shan Masood completed his century with the help of 2 sixes and 10 fours.
On the other hand, Abdullah Shafiq also scored a century and then got out for 102 runs; the partnership between the two was 253 runs.
After the dismissal of Abdullah Shafiq, captain Shan Masood was also caught out after scoring 151 runs with only two runs added.
Shortly before the end of play on the first day, Babar Azam also returned to the pavilion after scoring 30 runs; Saud Shakeel 35 and Naseem Shah was at the crease without scoring a run.
Pakistan: 328/4 (80 overs)
Saud Shakeel 35* Naseem Shah 0*
Pakistan: 260/1 (58 overs)
Abdullah Shafiq 102* (174) Shan Masood 149* (164)
Tea Break- Pakistan: 233/1 (52 overs)
Abdullah Shafiq 94* (161) Shan Masood 130* (142)
-Pakistan: 202/1 (43 overs)
Abdullah Shafiq 76* (126) Shan Masood 117* (123)
-Pakistan: 122/1 (25 overs)
Abdullah Shafiq 53* (82) Shan Masood 61* (59)
Wickets fall: Saim Ayub 4 (10)
On behalf of Pakistan, Abdullah Shafiq and Saim Ayub opened the innings, but Saim returned to the pavilion after scoring only four runs.
Previous Details:
Pakistan has won the toss and decided to bat against England in the first Test in Multan.
In the match being played at the Multan Cricket Stadium, Shan Masood, the captain of the national team, won the toss and decided to bat first.
Shan Masood said we have two spinners and three fast bowlers on the team, and we want to change things and get back on track.
On the other hand, English captain Ole Pop said that if we had won the toss, we would have batted.
Pakistan playing XI:
Pakistan’s playing XI includes captain Shaan Masood, Saud Shakeel, Babar Azam, Saim Ayub, Abdullah Shafiq, Muhammad Rizwan, Salman Ali Agha, Aamir Jamal, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah and Abrar Ahmed.
Cricket is not just a sport but a reason for happiness, especially in Pakistan and India. Pakistanis are not happy with their current cricket team as they are unable to secure a trophy after the 2017 Champions Trophy. You can bring this happiness back to their faces if you have a real passion and talent for cricket.
Almost every Pakistani has a dream to play for Pakistan, but the competition for cricket in the country is very high, so the dream of playing for Pakistan remains a dream. But don’t worry; we have a complete guide that will definitely help you choose the right way to fulfil your dream.
After the Partition in 1947, Pakistan played its first international match in 1952 against the Republic of India in Lucknow, registering its first victory. Women’s cricket in Pakistan developed after 50 years of Partition in 1997.
Cricket in Pakistan is governed by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), which is a full-time member of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and Asian Cricket Council (ACC). Pakistan regularly participates in international cricket series.
Pakistan organized three major domestic cricket leagues, including the Quaid-e-Azam trophy, the Pakistan Cup (List A) and the National T20 Cup (Domestic T20). Apart from this, the Pakistan Super League (PSL) is a huge opportunity for young players to be attracted to both national and international levels. PSL has produced many good players for Pakistan, like Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Shadab Khan, Muhammad Haris, Saim Ayub and many others. Your performance in this event defines your selection for the national team.
Here is how to start your cricket career:
1-Focus on your skill:
First of all, you must develop the skill that you want to become a bowler or a batter. Try to focus on both, but give privilege to the skill you wish to acquire, as well as on fencing and your fitness. Join a nearby cricket club or academy for basic and structural training. Participate in matches to gain experience and exposure. If you’re in school, college or university, try out for the cricket team; this can help you gain visibility.
Stay Informed with cricket news, especially regarding team selections and trials. Networking with fellow cricketers and coaches can provide valuable insights and opportunities.
Attend trials and camps organized by PCB or local cricket associations, and make sure your performances are consistent to catch the eye of coaches and selectors. If you’re young enough, aim to play in age-group tournaments (Under-15, Under-19).
Attend trials and camps organized by PCB or local cricket associations, and make sure your performances are consistent to catch the eye of coaches and selectors. If you’re young enough, aim to play in age-group tournaments (Under-15, Under-19).
As cricket at the school level is at its lowest, you must show your potential at lower levels, such as regional clubs and tournaments.
Tip: Make sure the club or academy you have joined has strong connections with the regional and departmental teams so you can easily get the attraction.
2- Make your presence on Domestic cricket
To join the national team, you must have to play domestic cricket. PCB chairman Mohsi Naqvi has set domestic performance as a criterion for joining the national squad. Many professional teams represent companies like Habib Bank, PIA, Punjab Bank, etc and are known as departmental cricket teams. These teams participate in a domestic tournament called the Patron Cup. Apart from this, many regional teams participate in the Quaid-e-Azam trophy.
3- Quaid-e-Azam Trophy
The trophy is named after the founder of Pakistan, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. This trophy includes five regional and two departmental teams, including from Bahawalpur, Punjab, Karachi, North-West Frontier Province, Sindh, Combined Services, and Pakistan Railways.
4- Pakistan Cup
The Pakistan Cup (Previously Pentangular One Day Cup) is another domestic List A cup. A total of six regional teams participated in this event.
5- National T20 Cup
The national T20 Cup is organized by PCB every year with the same structure as the Pakistan Cup. It is also one of the oldest T20 leagues in the world. Sialkot Stallion is one of the successful teams in this event, with six titles.
This event started in 2004-2005 and became one of Pakistan’s professional cricket leagues with 14 teams.
Format: The 18 qualifying teams will be split into four groups of five. The top two teams from each group will move on to the Super 8 round. In this stage, the teams will be placed into one group of eight. The top four teams from this group will then advance to the knockout stage, which will include two semi-finals and a final.
6- Pakistan Super League
Pakistan Super League (PSL) is one of the leading cricket leagues in the world nowadays. This event includes six teams from the country: Lahore Qalandar, Peshawar Zalmi, Quetta Gladiators, Karachi Kings, Multan Sultans, and Islamabad United.
Different franchise owners and investors own the whole team.
Format: The format of this event is a double-robin in which teams have to compete against each other twice, with the top four teams qualifying for playoffs.
To be a professional cricketer, you must have to play these leagues and local events to gain attention. Apart from this, PCB conducts camps in different parts of the country to find hidden talents. If you look at an example, you must see the story of national fast bowler Haris Rauf and how he was selected through Lahore Qalandrs trial camps for PSL.
This process is not also as easy because of politics in clubs and local cricket. Apart from this, former cricketers have limited access to the board, while the decisions of the board are made by people who have no background in cricket.
Former crickets must have their academies like Salman Butt, but many of them spend their time fighting and criticizing the national team on social media and TV channels instead of taking some positive steps.
FAQs:
1 What are the initial requirements to become a cricketer?
To join professional cricket, you must develop your skills, like batting, bowling, fielding, and mental and physical fitness.
2- How can I improve my cricket skills?
You need to join a local cricket club or academy which regulary conducts cricket training and matches. You must have to be passionate about your game to become a good cricketer.
3- Which one is the best cricket club in Lahore?
Ludhiana GymKhana has a strong history of producing players like Wasim Akram.
4- What is the salary in the PCB central contract?
Salaries vary in categories. Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, and Muhammad Rizwan are placed in the A category, with a monthly salary of 45 lakhs.
The Bangladeshi team is currently in India for the T20 series, but the tour has ended in controversy after the team was unable to visit a mosque for Friday prayers.
Indian media claims that the Bangladeshi players wanted to go to a mosque for Friday prayers, but due to security concerns from the administration, players could not get permission to go to the mosque.
What was the reason?
In response to reported atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh, Indian Hindu organizations are up in arms. The Indian organization Hindu Mahasabha had called for a shutdown of Gwalior on the day it was scheduled to host a match, and other organizations have called for demonstrations.
However, Inspector General of Gwalior Arvind Saxena told the Indian media that more than 2500 police officers were deployed in Gwalior during the first T20 match. The team did not come to the mosque because the mosque is three km away from the hotel where the visiting team is staying.
In the first T20, India defeated Bangladesh by seven wickets. The second T20I between India and Bangladesh will be played in New Delhi on October 9, while the third match will be played in Hyderabad on October 12.
Backend of the story:
The situation for Hindus in Bangladesh has significantly deteriorated, particularly following the political turmoil that arose after Sheikh Hasina was removed from her position as Prime Minister in August 2024.
She left for India after her removal, and this political shift led to increased communal tensions and violence against minority communities, particularly Hindus, who have faced a series of assaults and discriminatory practices, Indian publications have reported. On the other, in some videos and pictures, Bangladeshi students can be seen protecting Hindu temples.
Indian media reported that many Hindus report feeling unsafe in their neighbourhoods, with incidents of destruction targeting temples and homes becoming alarmingly frequent. As a result, many Hindus are fleeing their homes in search of safety, while those who remain are often unable to celebrate religious festivals or perform daily rituals.
This backdrop of unrest has created an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty, complicating international relations, particularly with neighbouring India. The ongoing crisis has also impacted sports, manifested by the recent controversies surrounding the Bangladeshi cricket team’s tour in India, where players have been denied access to local mosques for Friday prayers due to heightened security concerns deriving from protests against the treatment of Hindus in Bangladesh.
Here are the details of Pakistan vs England live streaming for the 1st Test match in Multan starting from October 7, 2024.
Pakistan is facing England in a three-match Test series, and they will need to bounce back after a whitewash against Bangladesh in the home Test series. On the other hand, England had a successful season after defeating West Indies 3-0 and Sri Lanka 2-1.
Pakistan vs England Match details:
Venue: Multan Cricket Stadium Date: October 7, 2024 Time: 10:00 am (Pakistan Standard Time), 10:30 am (Indian Standard Time), 5:00 am (GMT)
Live Streaming Details:
Live Streaming in Pakistan: Tamasha app, Mycoo app, ARY ZAP Live Live telecast: Geo Super
Live Streaming in India: Fancode app and website
Playing XI:
Pakistan: Shaan Masood, Saud Shakeel, Babar Azam, Saim Ayub, Abdullah Shafiq, Muhammad Rizwan, Salman Ali Agha, Aamir Jamal, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah and Abrar Ahmed
England: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope (C), Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jamie Smith, Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Brydon Carse (Debut), Jack Leach, and Shoaib Bashir.
Former Indian cricketer and actor Salil Ankola’s mother, Mala Ashok Ankola, was found dead in her flat in Pune.
According to police, the body of 77-year-old Mala was found in her flat on Prabhat Road in Deccan Gymkhana area on Friday afternoon.
Reports said that the incident came to light when a domestic staff member came to the flat, and despite repeated knocks on the door, no one answered.
Later, the neighbours and relatives were informed, after which the door of the flat was broken. When the door was opened, the body was found in the room, throat slit, initially believed to be self-inflicted.
The body has been sent for post-mortem, and the case is being investigated. According to Indian media, Mala Ashok had a mental illness.
Ankola played one Test and 20 ODIs between 1989 and 1997. He made his Test debut with legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar in November 1989.
The fast-medium bowler later acted in films and TV serials, retiring from cricket in 1998 at the age of 28.
He played the lead role in Sanjay Dutt’s famous Indian drama serials ‘Vikral Gabral’ and ‘Ssshhhh…Koi Hai’.
Legendary cricketer Abdul Qadir’s son Usman Qadir has announced on social media that he is retiring from Pakistani cricket.
Spinner Usman Qadir has represented Pakistan in one ODI and 25 T20 matches.
Sources privy to the decision told Geo News that Usman decided to retire after matters pertaining to a mandatory NOC issued by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) upset him. He was facing difficulties obtaining the NOC for a long time.
Geo News reports that Usman Qadir was also very disappointed with the attitude of the international cricket department at PCB. He now wants to look for cricket opportunities in other countries.
In the social media post, Usman expressed gratitude for his journey with the national cricket team. “I’m thankful for the support of my coaches and teammates who have been with me every step of the way,” he posted.
Additionally, he remembered his late father in the farewell note: “As I step into this new chapter, I will be continuing my dad’s legacy, embracing both my love for cricket and the lessons he instilled in me.”
