The Latest Breaking News from Babar Azam

Unwelcome, feuding and beleaguered: Pakistan’s World Cup is on the ropes

Given the discord inside and outside the team camp it is remarkable that they have even a theoretical chance of reaching the semi-finals by beating England

The Guardian - UK · Nov 10, 2023

'Keep believing': Michael Vaughan trolls Pakistan with astonishing semis qualification scenarios

NEW DELHI: With Pakistan all but out of the World Cup semis race, former England captain Michael Vaughan on Friday trolled Babar Azam and co., sharing some almost-unachievable and jaw-dropping numbers for them to book a berth in top-four.

The Times of India · Nov 10, 2023

PAK vs ENG | We will try to finish on a good note and then see: Babar

Babar Azam hits back at critics, says captaincy had no impact on batting. Refuses to agree team's performance has dipped since '99. Admits lack of experience in India has affected them. Asserts easy to give opinion on TV, invites critics to call him directly. Urges team to focus on next…

The Hindu · Nov 10, 2023

PCB accepts chief selector Inzamam's resignation as rift grows

PCB accepted Inzamam-ul-Haq's resignation amid conflict of interest allegations. A five-member panel formed to probe his role in a company managing national team players. Inzamam maintained his association never affected decision-making.

The Hindu · Nov 9, 2023

PCB accepts chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq's resignation as rift grows

NEW DELHI: The conflict between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq escalated as the country's sports governing body accepted the former captain's resignation amidst allegations of a conflict of interest.

The Times of India · Nov 9, 2023

Shubman Gill, Mohammed Siraj attain top spots in ICC ODI rankings

While Shubman Gill replaced Pakistan skipper Babar Azam from the top of the batters’ chart, Mohammed Siraj displaced South Africa spinner Keshav Maharaj in the bowlers’ list.

The Hindu · Nov 8, 2023

‘Inconsistent' Babar Azam toils hard at nets; Shadab Khan set for return

NEW DELHI: Pakistan's preparations for the crucial World Cup match against England in Kolkata showcased the team's focused training session. All-rounder Shadab Khan, recuperating from a concussion, appeared geared for a comeback. The team's skipper, Babar Azam, sought to make a significant impact in the tournament.

The Times of India · Nov 8, 2023

Shubman Gill dethrones Babar Azam to become No. 1 ODI batsman

NEW DELHI: Shubman Gill's scintillating form in the ongoing ICC World Cup 2023 brought an end to Babar Azam's reign as the world's No. 1 ODI batsman. Gill ascended to the pinnacle of the ICC Men's ODI Batting Rankings, dethroning Pakistan's captain Babar on Wednesday.

The Times of India · Nov 8, 2023

Who can qualify for the last Cricket World Cup semifinal spot and how?

With India, South Africa and Australia in, who will qualify for the last remaining Cricket World Cup semifinal berth?

Al Jazeera · Nov 6, 2023

'No shame in accepting': Virat Kohli on India's embarrassing loss to Pakistan in 2021 T20 World Cup

NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli has long moved on from India's humiliating 10-wicket loss to arch-rivals Pakistan in their opening match of the 2021 T20 World Cup in Dubai. On that fateful day, Kohli acknowledged that Pakistan completely outplayed India, securing their inaugural victory in a World Cup game (both ODI…

The Times of India · Nov 6, 2023