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ACC could accept PCB's 'hybrid model' for Asia Cup, Pakistan team set to travel to India for WC

The Asian Cricket Council, headed by BCCI secretary Jay Shah, is expected to approve PCB’s proposed ‘hybrid model’ for conducting four non-India Asia Cup games in Pakistan while the rest of the matches will be played in Sri Lanka’s Galle and Pallekele.

The Hindu

PCB refuses to play ODI series in Sri Lanka after SLC's proposal to host all Asia Cup matches: Sources

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is upset at Sri Lankan board expressing its desire to host the entire Asia Cup and has declined the latter’s offer to play an ODI bilateral series in the island nation.

The Hindu

ICC top brass seeks PCB assurances that it will send team to India for ODI World Cup

The International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman and CEO are in Lahore to seek guarantees from the PCB that it will not push for implementing a hybrid model for its matches in the ODI World Cup in India

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Final call on Asia Cup venue to be taken after IPL final, says BCCI secretary Jay Shah

It has been learnt from ACC sources that PCB chairman Najam Sethi’s proposed hybrid model looks like a feasible solution although ACC had made no formal statements

The Hindu

Cricket-Pakistan unhappy with new ICC revenue model, demands clarity

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is unhappy with the proposed new revenue distribution model for international cricket although it accepts that India, the game's financial engine, should get the biggest share, chairman Najam Sethi told Reuters.

Reuters

BCCI should take "good, rational decision", situation should not lead to boycotts: PCB Chairman Najam Sethi

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Najam Sethi has urged BCCI to take a "rational decision" to solve the crisis looming over his country's hosting of the Asia Cup, saying the situation should not lead to Pakistan boycotting the World Cup to be hosted by India. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Hybrid model for Asia Cup and beyond may end Pakistan-India 'logjam', says PCB

Najam Sethi said he wanted an amicable solution for the Asia Cup which could pave the way for both nations to compete against each other in other major tournaments at a neutral venue.

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Cricket-Pakistan appoint New Zealand's Bradburn as head coach

Pakistan have appointed former New Zealand all-rounder Grant Bradburn as the head coach of their men’s team on a two-year deal after a successful spell as consultant, the country’s cricket board (PCB) announced on Saturday.

The Hindu

Morning Digest | Court’s order to grant ST status to Meiteis will be discussed with all stakeholders, says Amit Shah; Chinese militia boats cross Indian, ASEAN warships exercising in South China Sea, and more

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Asian Cricket Council has not floated any proposal to postpone Asia Cup: source

Contradicting media reports that Asia Cup could be postponed, and a parallel tournament which excludes Pakistan could be played, Asian Cricket Council (ACC) sources on May 1 said that they have not sent out any such proposal to the member nations.

The Hindu

Pakistan Cricket appoints interim head coach for series against New Zealand

Pakistan Cricket announced their coaching staff for their upcoming home white ball series against New Zealand. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

Afghanistan and Pakistan set to play first T20I cricket series

Neighbours set to square off at match played at Sharjah Cricket Stadium in the United Arab Emirates.

Al Jazeera

Two cricket tournaments, one election: Jay Shah’s Pakistan dilemma

Jay Shah has a distinct position when it comes to playing against Pakistan.

Newslaundry

Cricket comes to Imran Khan’s rescue as police halt operation

Police withdraw from the cricketer-turned-politician’s house to allow a cricket match to be played as scheduled.

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Dynamite News

Umar Gul named as Pakistan bowling coach for Afghanistan T20Is

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday announced that Abdul Rehman and Umar Gul will be the head coach and bowling coach respectively for the side during the three-match T20I series against Afghanistan later this month. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Bismah Maroof relinquishes Pakistan captain post

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced that Bismah Maroof has decided to relinquish her position as the skipper of the Pakistan women's team, but would remain available for selection as a player. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Independent UK

Mickey Arthur to stay with Derbyshire following Pakistan head coach talks

The South African was previously in charge of Pakistan from 2016 to 2019.

The Guardian - UK

‘General’ Franks adds another chapter to English success story in Pakistan

The Nottinghamshire assistant coach and Trent Bridge colleague Bilal Shafayat overcame a myriad of challenges to lead Central Punjab to glory

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Daily Mirror

Middlesex chief reveals county is in talks to join the Pakistan Super League from 2024

Middlesex CEO Andrew Cornish has revealed they are in discussions with the Pakistan Cricket Board about potentially featuring in the Pakistan Super League from 2024

The Guardian - UK

Middlesex in talks with PCB over joining Pakistan Super League in 2024

Middlesex look primed to make a tantalising move from hitting boundaries to crossing them, after entering discussions about the possibility of having a team in the Pakistan Super League

AFP

Shahid Afridi to head new Pakistan selection committee

Karachi (AFP) - Former captain Shahid Afridi will head the new interim selectors committee for the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), officials said Saturday, the latest change since the team was thrashed by England.

Daily Mirror

England need 'crazy moments' to beat Pakistan as hosts "happy with a draw" says Will Jacks

England have vowed to go all out in their attempts to win the first Test against Pakistan despite the Rawalpindi pitch being so flat PCB chairman Ramiz Raja called it "embarrassing"

Daily Mirror

Pakistan chiefs branded "disgrace" as England cash in on lifeless Rawalpindi pitch

England hit the fastest 500 ever in a Test match during an incredible day batting in Pakistan, but fans weren't happy with the ease the visitors dismantled the Pakistan bowling

AFP

Unspecified virus sweeps through England camp on eve of Pakistan Test

Rawalpindi (Pakistan) (AFP) - The first Test between England and Pakistan could be postponed after around half of the touring side's players, including captain Ben Stokes, were struck down by an unspecified virus a day before the match.

The Independent UK

England’s first Test with Pakistan could be postponed over ‘viral infection’ in camp

England’s squad has been hit by illness, with 13 to 14 members of the touring party affected

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