Tag: PSL 7

  • Moin Khan addresses Mohammad Hasnain’s ‘nice throw, mate’ bowling controversy

    Moin Khan addresses Mohammad Hasnain’s ‘nice throw, mate’ bowling controversy

    Former Captain of Pakistan Cricket Team and the Head Coach of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise Quetta Gladiators Moin Khan has addressed Mohammad Hasnain’s bowling action controversy after his action was reported by the on-umpires of the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL).

    Hasnain will get his bowling action test done in Lahore today (Wednesday) to see whether his action comes within the permissible 15-degree limit.

    “Sometimes these things are done to bring players under pressure. He [Hasnain] has been playing all over the world for the past five to six years and no such thing was reported,” Moin Khan told Samaa TV.

    “Maybe, he tried to change his action to improve his bowling which resulted in this problem,” he added.

    “Otherwise, I think he is a very fair action bowler and I don’t think it will affect his participation for Quetta Gladiators in PSL this season.”

    The Hyderabad-born pacer’s action came under the radar on January 15 in the match against Sydney Sixers.

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    During the first innings, he hurled a shape bumper that Moises Henriques found it hard to face and there was a heated exchange as Moises remarked ‘nice throw, mate’, implying his action to be illegal.

    The result of the bowling action test could take up to 14 days which means Hasnain’s availability for the first few matches of the PSL 7 is not going to be affected. Having said that, if his action comes out to be illegal then he would be suspended from bowling any further in any form of cricket until he fixes his action.

    The seventh edition of the PSL is set to begin from January 27 while the first match will be played between the defending champions Multan Sultans with former winners Karachi Kings.

    Taking to former Pakistan cricketer and bowling coach Waqar Younis said he did not find any issue with Hasnain’s bowling action when he was the coach of national team.

  • Fans can now nominate ‘Hamaray Heroes’ for PSL 7

    Fans can now nominate ‘Hamaray Heroes’ for PSL 7

    Pakistani cricket fans will have an opportunity to nominate their favourite personalities, who will be recognised by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) under the “Hamaray Heroes” initiative during the Pakistan Super League’s (PSL) seventh edition, starting on January 27.

    Fans can submit their suggestions by completing a nomination form, available on the PSL website, and need to submit it before January 23.

    As per details, the final list will be submitted to a panel comprising of the PCB Board of Governors members. 34 candidates with maximum nominations will be rewarded remotely during the tournament. The tournament’s first 15 matches will be played in the Karachi-leg and 19 matches in the Lahore-leg.

    Fans will have a chance to pick their favourite personalities from different walks of life, such as such as sports, education, healthcare, art, culture, music, social work, social entrepreneurship and technology, with the PCB using its brand and reach to appreciate these individuals for their contributions and enhancing the image of the country.

    PSL fans can shine a light on the heroes by nominating them in one or several categories. They can be people or organisations who directly help others, whose work is improving the wellbeing of others, or whose achievements are inspiring others.

    The campaign was introduced in PSL 2020 and received an overwhelming response as the initiative rewarded prominent Pakistan stars, including Kabaddi player Imran Butt, Founder of ACF Animal Rescue Ayesha Chundrigar, Mountain Climber Nazir Sultan, Professional eSports Player Arslan Ash and Filmmaker Faheem Azvi.

  • VIDEO: Which cricketer became Shadab Khan’s driver from the airport?

    VIDEO: Which cricketer became Shadab Khan’s driver from the airport?

    Pakistani all-rounder Shadab Khan has come back to Pakistan from Australia after playing in the Big Bash League (BBL) for Sydney Sixers. A video of him is circulating on social media in which he can be seen coming out of the airport with bags in his hands.

    On his arrival, the Pakistan vice-captain was surprised by his best friend Hassan Ali who came to pick him up from the airport.

    Shadab initially struggled to recognize the pacer, who had disguised himself as a chauffeur driver holding Shadab’s name. However, after a brief moment of hesitation, Shadab finally got a hold of everything that was happening.

    Shadab featured for four matches for Sixers and was advised to head back due to increasing cases of Covid-19 and with Pakistan Super League (PSL) approaching.

    During the four games, Shadab scored 20 runs in total and returned the figures of 0/8 against Renegades, 1-36 against Scorchers, and 0-27 against Heat.

  • ‘Memorable flashbacks’: Shahid Afridi gets nostalgic at NCA Lahore

    ‘Memorable flashbacks’: Shahid Afridi gets nostalgic at NCA Lahore

    Former Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi is feeling nostalgic after a training session at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Lahore.

    He shared that one returning to NCA after a long time evoked nostalgia and brought back many memories.

    The NCA has now been named the National High Performance Centre.

    The Pakistani all-rounder took to Twitter to say he has come to “visit NCA after a very long time” and that the visit has brought back so many “memorable flashbacks.”

    https://twitter.com/SAfridiOfficial/status/1481121808770285568?s=20

    NCA Lahore’s facilities, according to Afridi, are good and should be offered at other NCA training centres across the country.

    “I had my training session without authorisation, hope that’s ok?” Afridi asked, tagging the official Twitter account of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

    Afridi was Quetta Gladiators’ biggest pick during the players draft for Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2022, as the 2019 winners look to win the second title when PSL 7 rolls into action on January 27.

    Both Afridi and England’s batter James Vince left Multan Sultans to join Quetta Gladiators.

  • Want to go watch the PSL matches during Covid? Here is what you need to know

    Want to go watch the PSL matches during Covid? Here is what you need to know

    The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly finalised a plan to complete the Pakistan Super League season seven smoothly despite Covid-19 fears.

    The much awaited league is set to start from January 27 and will be played in Karachi and Lahore.

    The previous two editions of the league were affected by the pandemic and were completed in two phases after a brief postponement.

    Keeping the fifth Covid-19 wave in mind, the board and the franchises have chalked down the protocols to complete the tournament smoothly.

    Reportedly, the authorities have made a three-day quarantine mandatory for the people associated with the league.

    Local and foreign players will enter quarantine from January 20. In case of a positive test, 10-day isolation will be obligatory for the affected person.

    Families of the players will not be allowed to stay with them during the tournament.

    The report further revealed that the availability of a minimum of 13 players is essential for the conduct of a match. In case less than 13 players are available, a match will not be possible.

    The tournament will be suspended for seven-day if coronavirus infections break out during the league.

    A reserve pool of 24 local players will be readied for the PSL 7. These players will also enter quarantine from January 20.

    The security plans were also discussed in a meeting held by Chairman PCB Ramiz Raja.

    Meanwhile, the online sale of tickets of the league will start from today (Tuesday). PCB has also reportedly offered free tickets for the fans, one free ticket will be given for every four tickets purchased.

    The spectators will have to be fully vaccinated and follow the Covid-19 SOPs.

  • Shoaib Malik becomes ‘Zalmi Rapper’, Sania Mirza reacts

    Shoaib Malik becomes ‘Zalmi Rapper’, Sania Mirza reacts

    Pakistan Super League (PSL) is just around the corner and teams are getting ready for the seventh edition of the country’s biggest cricket tournament.

    The official anthem for the T20 tournament has not been released and neither do we know who will be singing it, but Peshawar Zalmi’s Shoaib Malik has shared a photo, in which it seems that he will be singing for his franchise.

    “The Zalmi rapper,” Malik wrote, sharing a photo on Instagram, where he can be seen wearing accessories on his hands and fancy ‘espouse style’ sunglasses.

    Commenting under his post, Indian tennis ace and Shoaib’s wife Sania Mirza wrote: “Not bling at all.”

    Shoaib’s sister-in-law Anam Mirza, Pakistani actor Ushna Shah and Pakistani pacer Usman Shinvari praised the cricketer for his look.

    “Where’s the ice,” wrote Shah.

    Earlier, Peshawar Zalmi also revealed the franchise’s kit for the latest edition of the league.

    Last year, Zalmi’s anthem “Kingdom” for PSL 6 was sung by Abdullah Siddiqui and it also featured Turkish actor Esra Bilgic. Pakistani stars Mahira Khan, Hania Aamir, and Ali Rehman were also featured in it.

  • Peshawar Zalmi to reveal kit for seventh edition of PSL tonight

    Peshawar Zalmi to reveal kit for seventh edition of PSL tonight

    The wait for Peshawar Zalmi’s fans is over as the franchise announced to reveal the playing kit for the much-awaited seventh edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), starting January 27.

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    The announcement was made on the official Twitter account of Peshawar Zalmi on Wednesday, according to which the kit will be unveiled today at 8pm.

    “Zalmi Fans! The wait is almost over. Playing Kit Reveal at 8 PM tonight,” read the Tweet which accompanied a video trailer.

    The trailer featured Shoaib Malik, Kamran Akmal among other players of the franchise.

    Zalmi announced their squad after the PSL player drafts which took place in Lahore in December. Earlier, Akmal said that he would not take part in the league after he was demoted in silver category by Zalmi but later the wicket-keeper batter agreed to represent his franchise.

    The seventh edition of the tournament is set to be played from January 27 while the final will be played on February 27 in Gaddafi Stadium Lahore.

    The first match will be staged in National Stadium Karachi (NSK) where defending champion Multan Sultans will face former champs Karachi Kings.

  • Ramiz reportedly instructs marketing team to find sponsor for PSL anthem

    Ramiz reportedly instructs marketing team to find sponsor for PSL anthem

    Chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Ramiz Raja has reportedly instructed the marketing team of the tournament to find a sponsor for the anthem of the seventh edition.

    As per reports, the release of PSL’s anthem is delayed and only the concept of the song is finalised.

    It has also been reported that Pakistani star Atif Aslam has been contacted to compose the song but there has been little progress.

    The seventh edition of the league is set to be started from January 27 and international player will start arriving in Pakistan from January 15.

    Raja chaired a high level meeting with the government of Sindh and District Administration officials/police at the National Stadium Karachi ahead of the upcoming edition of the league. The meetings were reportedly held to finalise the final preparations and security measures of PSL.

    The first leg of the tournament will be played in National Stadium Karachi while the second leg will be played in Gaddafi Stadium Lahore. The final will be played in Lahore on February 27.

  • Naveen-ul-Haq opts out of PSL 7 for personal reasons

    Naveen-ul-Haq opts out of PSL 7 for personal reasons

    Afghan pacer Naveen-ul-Haq opted out of the seventh edition of Pakistan Super League (PSL) for his personal reasons.

    Naveen’s manager announced the news, saying that he pulled out of PSL 2022 for some personal reasons. “PSL is a fantastic competition and we look to be part of it in near future.”

    “Sad to be missing out from the @thePSLt20. Hopefully will play sometime in the future,” wrote Naveen on Twitter.

    The star Afghan cricketer was picked by PSL franchise Quetta Galadiators. As per reports, Gladiators will now look to pick Naveen’s replacement in the mini draft expected to take place in the first week of January.

    The tournament is set to be starting from January 27.

  • ‘Wo bhi Afridi hai’: Shaheen ignores Shahid Afridi’s advice on assuming Qalandars’ captaincy

    ‘Wo bhi Afridi hai’: Shaheen ignores Shahid Afridi’s advice on assuming Qalandars’ captaincy

    Former Pakistan skipper Shahid Afridi has said that he asked pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi to not assume the role of a captain for a few years, but the fast-bowler did not pay heed to the cricket great’s advice.

    Shahid Afridi, speaking during a programme on Samaa TV, said: “I had advised Shaheen to wait for a year or two before accepting captaincy so that he can focus more on his bowling. But since he is also an Afridi, he didn’t listen to me.”

    “Having said that, I’m happy that he has decided to accept this responsibility and I hope that he proves me wrong,” the former skipper said.

    The star fast bowler was named captain of the Lahore Qalandars earlier this week for the seventh edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL).

    Shaheen, during the same show, said he would attempt to do well for his team and also noted that he had experienced players on his side, who would help him during his role as the captain.

    “I will try to do well for my side and maintain a good environment. I have players like [Mohammad Hafeez], Fakhar [Zaman], and Rashid [khan], who have the experience of captaincy, in the team which will help me in the leadership department,” the pacer said.

    The PSL’s latest edition will be played in Karachi from January 27 to February 7 and in Lahore from February 10-27.

    The first match will be staged under the lights of the National Stadium Karachi, where Karachi Kings and Multan Sultans will go head-to-head.