NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar and legendary all-rounder Wasim Akram have launched a scathing attack on the Pakistan team management following their six-wicket loss to India in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The defeat at Dubai International Stadium has virtually knocked Pakistan out of the tournament, leading to strong criticism from former…
Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has made a bold claim that Afghanistan star spinner Rashid Khan is a greater cricketer than legendary pacer Wasim Akram. Rashid has been a revelation since making his breakthrough in international cricket in 2015. Since then, the 26-year-old has picked up 45 wickets in Tests and 198 in ODIs and…
Wasim Akram. (ILT20 Photo) NEW DELHI: Pakistan bowling legend Wasim Akram has expressed his admiration for the ILT20, calling it an exciting and competitive tournament. The former Pakistan captain praised the league’s high-quality cricket and vibrant atmosphere, stating that he loves attending the event. Akram also revealed his favorite team in the tournament — Desert…
Wasim Akram. (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Pakistan selectors on Friday named the squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy scheduled to start from February 19.Pakistan brought back top-order batter Fakhar Zaman while Saim Ayub missed out due to injury.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Poll What Excites You the…
NEW DELHI: With a whopping 21 wickets in three Tests, pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has been the centre of attention in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy Down Under. Bumrah, the leading wicket-taker in the series, is way ahead of other bowlers has been a serious headache for the hosts.The 31-year-old so far has two five-wicket hauls…
NEW DELHI: Former Australia cricketer Greg Chappell, who formerly coached India, thinks Jasprit Bumrah combines the finest qualities of the great pacers Andy Roberts and Dennis Lillee.Bumrah is currently the only player preventing Australia from winning the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, he said.“I have always said that Dennis Lillee and Andy Roberts were the most complete fast…
NEW DELHI: India swept past Australia for a dominant 295-run win in the first Test in Perth last Monday, wrapping up the match with more than a day to spare.The visitors came into the opening match under pressure after their first home series loss in 12 years, against New Zealand, defeated 0-3.Border-Gavaskar TrophyBut the Jasprit…
NEW DELHI: Arguably the greatest fast bowler in the history of cricket, Wasim Akram‘s influence extends beyond his records. The former Pakistani cricketer and captain has inspired generations of fast bowlers globally, especially in Pakistan, where his reverse swing mastery set a template for many bowlers. After retiring as one of the greats of the…
NEW DELHI: Jasprit Bumrah‘s devastating spell on Day 1 of the first Test against Australia in Perth left former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram in awe.While commentating during the match, the fast bowling legend was so impressed that he nearly jumped from his seat and referred to Bumrah as the “best fast bowler” in the world.“He…
Pat Cummins and Jasprit Bumrah with the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. (Photo credit: Cricket Australia) NEW DELHI: The much-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy kicks off on Friday at the Optus Stadium in Perth, marking the start of a five-Test series between hosts Australia and India. The clash promises high drama as India, having dominated the rivalry in recent years,…