Babar Azam’s ‘class’ will make him better than Virat Kohli, says Salman Iqbal | The Express Tribune

Babar Azam’s ‘class’ will make him better than Virat Kohli, says Salman Iqbal | The Express Tribune

Once considered Pakistan’s best batsman, Babar Azam’s recent slump in form has raised concerns about his future in international cricket. Despite this, Karachi Kings owner Salman Iqbal remains confident Babar will return to his best. Babar Azam’s rapid rise through the ranks of Pakistan cricket once saw him compared to modern greats like Virat Kohli…

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‘The team gets disturbed’: Mohammad Rizwan reveals major reason behind Pakistan’s Champions Trophy debacle | Cricket News – The Times of India

‘The team gets disturbed’: Mohammad Rizwan reveals major reason behind Pakistan’s Champions Trophy debacle | Cricket News – The Times of India

Mohammad Rizwan (AFP Photo) Pakistan’s ICC Champions Trophy 2025 campaign ended in bitter disappointment as their final group stage fixture against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi was abandoned without a ball being bowled due to persistent rain on Thursday. Having already been eliminated from semi-final contention following defeats to New Zealand and India, the hosts finished at…

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Watch: Mohammad Amir calls for selectors’ accountability, questions Rizwan | The Express Tribune

Watch: Mohammad Amir calls for selectors’ accountability, questions Rizwan | The Express Tribune

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has criticised the team’s performance following their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 loss to India, questioning the captaincy of Muhammad Rizwan and calling for greater accountability from selectors over the squad selection. Rizwan’s captaincy Amir took issue with Rizwan’s post-match remarks, particularly his claim that Saim Ayub was a “gelling factor”…

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Saim Ayub, Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf included in ICC Men’s ODI Team of the Year for 2024  | The Express Tribune

Saim Ayub, Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf included in ICC Men’s ODI Team of the Year for 2024 | The Express Tribune

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled the Men’s ODI Team of the Year 2024, showcasing a mix of consistency, star power, and versatility. The team includes players from Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, and the West Indies, earning recognition for their stellar contributions. Top order dominance Saim Ayub (Pakistan) had a breakthrough year, scoring 515…

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PCB hopeful of injured Saim Ayub’s return for Champions Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India

PCB hopeful of injured Saim Ayub’s return for Champions Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Young Pakistan opener Saim Ayub will remain in London this month for rehabilitation under the care of two renowned sports injury specialists as the country’s cricket board (PCB) remains optimistic about his recovery from an ankle injury ahead of the Champions Trophy next month.Ayub sustained an ankle fracture while fielding during the second…

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‘Saim Ayub won’t play Champions Trophy 2025’ | The Express Tribune

Saim Ayub undergoes initial medical evaluation in London after injury | The Express Tribune

Listen to article Pakistan’s opening batter, Saim Ayub, has completed his initial medical check-up in London as part of the ongoing treatment for his ankle injury. The check-up, which took place under the supervision of renowned ankle specialist, Dr. Lucky Jeyaselan, is the first step in assessing the full extent of Saim’s injury. The injury occurred during…

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