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The Unsung Reliability of Ajju Bhai
The story of Azhar Ali, a loyal and dignified servant to the nation.
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Pakistan Shaheens Tour of Zimbabwe 2023: Series and Player Performances Review
The Shaheens beat Zimbabwe A 2-0 in the four-day series while Zimbabwe Select won the one-day series 4-2.
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Babar Azam: The Calm in the Pakistan Cricket Storm
Calmness, consistency & conventionality is not Pakistan’s forte, yet these adjectives embody Babar Azam perfectly.
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Of Hopes and Dreams and Empty TV Screens
The heroes that enable strides forward and the chains that drag women’s cricket backward.
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Pakistan vs. New Zealand 1st ODI: Top 10 Moments of the Game
Pakistan comprehensively defeated New Zealand to take a 1-0 series lead, with Fakhar Zaman hitting his 9th ODI hundred.
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Pakistan’s Attempt to Solve the Number 6 Problem Before the 2023 World Cup
With time running out before the mega-event in India, Pakistan are scrambling to find a last-minute solution.
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Karachi, Ramzan and the Omar Associates Blueprint: Quetta Gladiators’ Familiar Path to a 2nd Coming
Can Quetta Gladiators tap into talent from Ramzan Cricket to turn around their fortunes in the PSL?
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Rashid Khan: A Modern-Day T20 Great
An overview of how the Afghanistan legend creates an impact in all aspects and phases of the game in T20 cricket.
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Babar Azam – The Ball-Boy Who Would Go On To Rule World Cricket With His Bat
On Babar Azam and how the Pakistan captain has become a source of inspiration for all young Pakistani batsmen.
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Mohammad Haris Can Do Everything, and Therein Lies the Problem
Looking at Mohammad Haris' skillset and how T20 batsmen evolve.
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Pakistan Super League 2023 – Review
An in-depth review of the eighth season of the Pakistan Super League.
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Hamaray Heroes 2023 Review (Part 3)
A look at the heroes that featured in the eighth season of the Pakistan Super League.
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Pakistan’s T20 Batting Revolution
A look at how Pakistan's newest generation of batsmen are catching up with T20 cricket.
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Hamaray Heroes 2023 Review (Part 2)
A look at the heroes that have featured in the eighth season of the Pakistan Super League.
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The Rise (and Rise) of Abdullah Shafique
Looking at Abdullah Shafique's career so far, including his spectacular recent run in the Pakistan Super League.
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Hamaray Heroes 2023 Review (Part 1)
A look at the heroes that have featured in the eighth season of the Pakistan Super League.
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Pakistan Super League 2023 Preview – Islamabad United
After winning 2 of the first 3 PSLs, Islamabad United haven't won a trophy. Will they turn it around in PSL 8?
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Pakistan Super League 2023 Preview – Quetta Gladiators
Sarfaraz Ahmed's men have failed to reach the playoffs in the last 3 seasons. Will PSL 8 provide a turnaround?
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Pakistan Super League 2023 Preview – Peshawar Zalmi
Babar Azam is the face of a new-look Zalmi squad - can they win their first PSL since season 2?
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Pakistan Super League 2023 Preview – Karachi Kings
The 2020 champions had a terrible PSL 2022, losing 9 out of 10 and finishing rock bottom. Will they bounce back?
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Pakistan Super League 2023 Preview – Lahore Qalandars
The 2022 champions will look to go back-to-back and become the first PSL team to retain the title - can they do it?
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Pakistan Super League 2023 Preview – Multan Sultans
The 2021 champions and 2022 runners-up will look to have another impactful campaign in the 8th edition of the PSL.
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Standout Performers of the last 3 Seasons of the Pakistan Super League
Looking back at the best players of PSL 5, 6 & 7 ahead of the eighth edition of the league.
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How to win the Pakistan Super League
Ahead of the eighth edition of the PSL, we look at some of the keys to success in the highly competitive league.
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PSL 7 Recap & PSL 8 Recruitment Analysis
Looking back at the trends during PSL 7, how Lahore Qalandars clinched their maiden title, and recruitment for PSL 8.
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Lahore Qalandars’ Parallel Pipeline to Success – the Players Development Juggernaut
After a bumpy start, the PDP has become a cornerstone of the Lahore Qalandars identity.
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5 Takeaways from the third Pakistan vs. New Zealand ODI
The visitors clinched the series in the decider on the back of a belligerent knock by Glenn Phillips.
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5 Takeaways from the second Pakistan vs. New Zealand ODI
The visitors bounced back with an emphatic performance, comprehensively defeating Pakistan on a challenging pitch.
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5 Takeaways from the first Pakistan vs. New Zealand ODI
The hosts clinched the first ODI by 6 wickets, with Naseem Shah taking 5 wickets while Mohammad Rizwan made 77*.
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Under-19 Women's World Cup: Pakistan Team Preview
The side led by Aroob Shah will get their campaign underway from 15th January after two warm-ups on the 9th and 11th.
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2nd Test, Day 5: Pakistan settle for draw after Sarfaraz Ahmed's epic fourth-innings century
New Zealand had reduced the hosts to 80/5 in chase of 319 before the wicket-keeper's fine comeback ton.
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2nd Test, Day 4: New Zealand set Pakistan target of 319 to win series
The hosts lost two quick wickets to finish on 0/2 after the visitors had declared their second innings at 277/5.
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2nd Test, Day 3: Saud Shakeel's maiden Test hundred leads Pakistan's fighting effort
The Sindh skipper finished the day on a patient 124* with the hosts 407/9, still trailing by 42 runs.
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What Imam Did Was Selfish and Pakistan Need More of That
On the importance of batsmen having a hunger for runs and a ruthless streak.
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2nd Test, Day 2: Pakistan struggle in reply to New Zealand's strong first-innings total of 449
The hosts threw away priceless wickets to finish at 154/3, still trailing by 295 runs.
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2nd Test, Day 1: Naseem Shah and Salman Ali Agha strike after strong top-order display
New Zealand were sitting pretty at 234/1 but the Pakistan duo combined for 5 wickets to limit the visitors to 309/6.
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Saud Shakeel’s Rise Through The Ranks
The classy left-hander has taken to Tests like a duck to water after going through the First Class cricket grind.
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The Curious Case of Zafar Gohar
Having earned his only Test cap in 2021, Zafar Gohar continues to strive to add to the tally.
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1st Test, Day 5: Pakistan salvage hard-fought draw after tough battle with New Zealand
The hosts recovered from precarious positions multiple times on the final day before a surprise declaration.
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1st Test, Day 4: New Zealand take firm control after Kane Williamson's unbeaten double-hundred
The visitors piled up 612/9 declared, taking a lead of 174 runs, then restricted Pakistan to 77/2 at Stumps.
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1st Test, Day 3: Kane Williamson's 25th Test century helps New Zealand take first-innings lead
Tom Latham also hit a hundred as the visitors finished the day at 440/6, leading by 2 runs.
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1st Test, Days 1 & 2: Pakistan post 1st-innings total of 438 before New Zealand hit back
The visitors were 165/0 after centuries by Babar Azam and Salman Ali Agha lifted the hosts to a good 1st innings total.
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The Future of Pakistan's Test Middle Order
With Azhar Ali retiring from Tests and the inclusion of Saud Shakeel, Pakistan's batting is moving into a new era.
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Farewell, Azhar Ali – A Pakistani Cricketer Like No Other
A tribute to the former captain who retired after 97 Tests with 7142 runs to his name, the 5th-highest for Pakistan.
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Farewell Azhar Ali
A short tribute to the retiring top-order batsman, looking at his early days in the Pakistan side.
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England and Pakistan – Optimal and Suboptimal Usage of Resources
The third Test in Karachi came to a grim end, with Pakistan being whitewashed in a home Test series for the first time.
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3rd Test, Day 3: Pakistan hurtle towards embarrassing whitewash after second innings collapse
The hosts went from 164/3 to 216 all out, setting England a target of just 167 at the National Bank Cricket Arena.
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3rd Test, Day 2: England take handy first-innings lead after another Harry Brook century
The visitors recovered from 145/5 to 354, taking a 50-run lead that could prove crucial on a slow turner.
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3rd Test, Day 1: Pakistan post first-innings total of 304 after middling batting effort
Some loose shots and soft dismissals saw the hosts end up with a below-par total in Karachi.
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What's up, Pakistan?
What happened to Pakistan's Test combination, and why is it in tatters in 2022?
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Mark Wood, Farmville, and Pakistan Cricket
What is up with Pakistan's fast-bowling resources?
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2nd Test, Day 4: England record narrow victory to take unassailable 2-0 series lead
Pakistan appeared to be on track at 290/5 in chase of 355 but failed to close out the game.
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2nd Test, Day 3: England hold the edge after riveting day as Pakistan fight to stay alive in series
Pakistan triggered an England collapse of 5/19 to set up a 4th-innings chase of 355 and went to Stumps at 198/4.
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2nd Test, Day 2: England on top after triggering epic Pakistan collapse
The hosts lost 8 wickets for 60 runs to concede a significant first-innings lead of 79.
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2nd Test, Day 1: Magical Abrar Ahmed's special display puts Pakistan in a good position
The debutant spinner picked up a record 7/114 before Babar Azam steadied Pakistan's reply with the bat with 61*.
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1st Test, Day 5: Inspired England seamers consign Pakistan to another home Test defeat
Masterful displays of reverse swing from Anderson, Robinson, and Stokes helped the tourists to a 1-0 series lead.
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1st Test, Day 4: Match in the balance after England set Pakistan a fourth innings target of 343
The visitors declared their 2nd innings at 264/7; Abdullah Shafique and Babar Azam fell early on for the hosts.
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1st Test, Day 3: England finish on a high after Pakistan's strong display with the bat
The hosts had a mini-collapse in the last session, going from 413/3 to 499/7, still trailing by 158 runs.
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1st Test, Day 2: Pakistan openers put on a strong display in response to England's 657
Abdullah Shafique and Imam-ul-Haq were 89 and 90 not out respectively as Pakistan piled on 181/0.
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1st Test, Day 1: Irrepressible England flay Pakistan on a record-breaking day in Rawalpindi
Crawley, Duckett, Pope, and Brook smashed hundreds as Pakistan's inexperienced attack wilted on a placid Pindi track.
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Is Haris Rauf up to the Test?
The speedster is set to make his Test debut for Pakistan in the first Test against England.
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Pakistan vs. England 2022 – Test Series Preview
England return after 17 years for a historic series – they will play 3 Tests in Rawalpindi, Karachi, and Multan.
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Luc Benkenstein: The dream experience of the Pakistan Junior League
The English cricketer talks about the talent in the PJL, the experience of watching Babar Azam live, and more.
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The Evolution of Haris Rauf Into One of the World’s Best T20 Bowlers
Pace, bounce, movement. Yorkers, bouncers, cutters. Haris Rauf has it all.
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T20 World Cup 2022: Pakistan Player Ratings
After Babar Azam's men finished as runners-up in Australia, we look back at how the main players in the squad fared.
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13 Years On, Pakistan Once Again Stumble Upon a Winning Formula
Pakistan have reached the final of the 2022 T20 World Cup in some style after an uninspiring start to the tournament.
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Aise Kaamon Kai Liye Hum Hi Hain
How Pakistan backed Iftikhar Ahmed for the 2022 T20 World Cup, and he lived up to his billing.
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The World of Flexibility
How Pakistan can move forward from the loss to India in the T20 World Cup
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Five Questions For Pakistan’s Batting Going Into The 2022 T20 World Cup
The Men in Green have a strong bowling attack but a batting lineup that may struggle, particularly in Australia.
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Shadab is the Key - Pakistan's Batting Woes and Possible Solutions
Pakistan have been plagued by problems relating to their batting approach. What are the possible quick solutions?
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Pakistan’s Final Push to Prepare for the 2022 ICC T20 World Cup
Babar Azam's men are touring New Zealand for a tri-series that involves the two sides alongside Bangladesh.
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How Did We Get Here?
Pakistan go into the 2022 T20 World Cup with a misfiring and volatile middle-order.
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Cricket's Spin Doctors – How Spin-Bowling Works
Flight, drift, break, and bounce – What exactly goes into making the ball spin?
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Pakistan Junior League: 2022 Teams Previews
The first of its kind, the PJL will see Under-19 stars from all over the world taking part in a T20 league.
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How Karachi welcomed England - From the Streets to the Stadium
How (and why) the Pakistan vs. England T20I series was anything but normal for Karachiites
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Pakistan and the Right to Dream Big…
Where does Pakistan stand in the T20 world and what are its T20 World Cup prospects?
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The Script That Took 17 Years: Karachi Leg
Rarely do bilateral T20s get as exciting as the Pakistan-England contests in Karachi. They lived up to the hype & more.
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Pakistan vs. England 2022: T20I Series Preview
England are touring Pakistan after 17 years for a historic series of seven T20Is.
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The Highs and Lows for Pakistan in Asia Cup 2022
Pakistan beat India and Afghanistan at the T20 tournament but lost twice to Sri Lanka to finish as runners-up.
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National T20 Cup 2022: Tournament Preview
Players will look to make an impact in the tournament to stake a claim for a spot in Pakistan's T20 World Cup squad.
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Asia Cup 2022: Pakistan Team Preview
The 2022 edition of the Asia Cup, this time in the T20 format, gets underway soon with a marquee India-Pakistan clash.
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Netherlands vs. Pakistan: ODI Series Preview
The two sides face each other in a bilateral series for the first time, with the 3 ODIs part of the ODI Super League.
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Ayesha Naseem – The Power-Hitting Revolution
The young batter has impressed for Pakistan with some sterling displays and looks to have a bright future.
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Exploring Pakistan's Test Malaise in 2022
Pakistan have played 5 Tests in Asia this year, winning just one in some unconvincing displays.
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Sri Lanka vs. Pakistan: Test Series Preview
Pakistan tour the Island nation for the first time since 2015 to play two crucial World Test Championship fixtures.
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Salman Ali Agha: Test Debutant in Waiting?
After many years of toil and hard work on the domestic circuit, the 28-year-old could make his Pakistan debut soon.
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Central Contracts and the Baffling Case of Faheem Ashraf
Despite being a regular member of Pakistan's Test side, the all-rounder didn't get a red-ball central contract.
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Nine of the Best: Babar Azam's Streak of Brilliance
The Pakistan captain became the first batsman in cricket history to register 9 consecutive international scores of 50+.
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Imam-ul-Haq, Rejuvenation, and Appreciation
The left-hander has been a target of criticism in the past for various reasons but has looked to develop his game.
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The Mohammad Haris Project: A Race Against Time
A quick-fire rise for the firebrand cricketer from Peshawar, but is it too soon?
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Javed Miandad's Nine Wonders of the World
The story of the Pakistan legend's nine consecutive ODI fifties in 1987 – A record still standing today.
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The Optimism That Surrounds Mohammad Nawaz’s Revival
Mohammad Nawaz could play an integral role in Pakistan’s white-ball sides, and here’s why.
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The Girls in Green Shine Against Sri Lanka
Pakistan Women hosted the Islanders for a successful tour, winning 5 of the 6 matches and sealing two series victories.
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Pakistan vs. West Indies 2022: ODI Series Preview
Pakistan face West Indies in a crucial 3-match ODI series, which is part of the ICC ODI World Cup Super League.
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Fakhar Zaman and the Puzzle of Pakistan's T20I Top 3
With the Babar-Rizwan duo settled as openers, Fakhar Zaman is Pakistan's default #3. But is that the right solution?
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Pakistani Superstars Shine in 2022 County Championship
Shan Masood, Azhar Ali, Mohammad Abbas, and Hasan Ali starred in the early part of the season.
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The Defining Decade: 1992, Part 1 – The Year of the Colonial Conquerors
In our 'Defining Decade' series, we look back at each year of the 1990s and how it panned out for Pakistan.
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How can Pakistan optimally develop its fast-bowling depth?
With lots of cricket being played in all 3 formats, workload management will be crucial for fast-bowlers to prosper.
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Assessing Pakistan's ODI Middle Order Conundrum
One year before the 2023 ODI World Cup in India, Pakistan's middle-order is shaky and unsettled.
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Pakistan’s 'FIB'ulous Top-Order Making Heads Turn In ODI Cricket
Fakhar, Imam, and Babar have been in red-hot ODI form of late and have been contributing heftily to the team’s cause.
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Australia’s Reverse-Swing Spectacle Catches Pakistan Off-Guard Under the Setting Lahore Sun
Placed at a comfortable 248/3 in the Lahore Test, Pakistan lost 7 wickets for 20 runs, slumping to 268 all out.
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How Naseem Wrote His Own Tale
Playing his 11th Test, the youngster bowled his heart out against Australia in 31 quality overs, picking up 4/58.
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How Important Is Captaincy in Test Cricket?
Babar Azam has come under fire during the ongoing 2nd Test against Australia, with Pakistan on the back foot.
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Pakistan Super League 2022: Tournament Review
Lahore Qalandars clinched the title in the 7th edition of the PSL, beating PSL 6 champions Multan Sultans in the final.
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2022 Women's World Cup: Pakistan Preview
Pakistan get their campaign underway on 6th March with a clash against arch-rivals India.
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Pakistan vs. Australia 2022: Test Series Preview
Australia's historic tour of Pakistan commences with the 1st Test in Rawalpindi, followed by Tests in Lahore & Karachi.
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Pakistan Super League 2022: Grassroots Cricket Team of the Tournament
Lahore Qalandars clinched their maiden PSL title win, ensuring that all franchises have won the PSL at least once.
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PSL 2022: Karachi Leg Statistical Review
Ahead of the 2nd leg of the seventh edition of the PSL, we look at how the 1st leg in Karachi panned out.
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PSL 7, Day 4: Plays of the Day
Plays of the Day as Islamabad United demolished Peshawar Zalmi while Lahore Qalandars beat rivals Karachi Kings.
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PSL 7, Day 3: Plays of the Day
Plays of the Day as Multan Sultans downed Lahore Qalandars while Quetta Gladiators beat Karachi Kings.
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PSL 7, Day 2: Plays of the Day
Plays of the Day as Peshawar Zalmi beat Quetta Gladiators in a high-scoring affair in Match 2 of PSL 2022.
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Emerging Players for PSL 7: Background, Domestic Performances, Videos & More
20 emerging players are part of the PSL franchises' squads for PSL 7, and they look to impress on the big stage.
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What Can We Expect From Abdullah Shafique in His Debut PSL Season?
The youngster has been signed up by Lahore Qalandars and is expected to be an important component of their top order.
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Pakistan Super League 2022: Quetta Gladiators Preview
After their title win in PSL 4, the Gladiators have suffered two Group Stage exits and will be looking to bounce back.
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Pakistan Super League 2022: Lahore Qalandars Preview
A change in captaincy sees Shaheen Shah Afridi leading the franchise. Will they win the PSL for the first time?
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Pakistan Super League 2022: Karachi Kings Preview
Babar Azam will captain the franchise for the seventh edition of the league as the Kings look to win a second title.
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Pakistan Super League 2022: Peshawar Zalmi Preview
The Yellow Storm have finished as runners-up three times in four seasons; they will look to go one better in PSL 7
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Pakistan Super League 2022: Islamabad United Preview
Two-time champions Islamabad United look to bounce back from playoffs heartbreak in PSL 6 to win their third title.
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Pakistan Super League 2022: Multan Sultans Preview
The newest team to win the PSL trophy, the Sultans will now aim to be the 1st side to successfully defend their title.
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The Rich History of the Pakistan Super League
Ahead of the start of PSL 7, we look back at some memorable moments from the first six seasons.
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2022 Under-19 World Cup: Pakistan Preview
Qasim Akram will lead the side for the tournament, with Pakistan’s squad containing some talented players.
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The Prospect of Drop-in Pitches in Pakistan
The PCB has signed an MOU with the Arif Habib Group for the installation of two drop-in pitches in Pakistan.
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Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2021/22: Post-Tournament Review
The 2021/22 edition of Pakistan's premier First Class competition saw Khyber Pakhtunkhwa once again crowned champions.
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Was 2021 Pakistan's Most Productive Year In T20Is?
2021 saw the Pakistan team put in some memorable performances in the shortest format under Babar Azam's leadership.
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Mohammad Rizwan & Babar Azam – Record Breakers!
2021 was a special year for the Pakistani duo with Mohammad Rizwan in particular breaking records left, right & center.
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2021 – The Highs and Lows for Pakistan Cricket
Another exciting year of Pakistan cricket has come to an end, with some memorable moments across the year's span.
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Dissenting Opinion: The Need for a Chief Cricket Officer
How can cricket move away from its archaic methods and focus on a proper team-building process?
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The Rationale Behind GRC's 2021/22 Quaid-e-Azam Trophy Team of the Tournament
With Khyber Pakhtunkhwa crowned champions yet again, we take a look at the standout performers of the tournament.
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Pakistan vs. West Indies 2021: T20I Series Preview
West Indies’ tour of Pakistan commences with three T20Is as the hosts look to continue their strong form in T20Is.
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West Indies - A True Friend of Pakistan Cricket
The Windies are currently touring Pakistan and will play 3 T20Is and 3 ODIs in Karachi.
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Babar Azam, the Test Batsman – What’s Up?
Thrust into Test cricket at an early age, the prodigy has seen a red-ball career with plenty of ups and downs so far.
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A Thorough Analysis of Azhar Ali's Test Career
The veteran has played 90 Tests so far in an illustrious career & was a crucial part of the Test side that reached #1.
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The Defining Decade: 1991 - The Year of Aqib Javed's Hat-Trick
In our 'Defining Decade' series, we look back at each year of the 1990s and how it panned out for Pakistan.
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Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2021/22: Problems at the Halfway Stage
The first half of the tournament in Punjab has come to an end; 14 of the 15 matches have ended up as draws.
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Bangladesh vs. Pakistan 2021: T20I Series Preview
The two sides will face off in three T20Is at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka.
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From Number One to What Have You Done
A few thoughts on the Pakistan vs. Australia 2021 T20 World Cup semi-final...
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How Can Pakistan Counter Australia’s Batters In The T20 World Cup Semi-Final?
Pakistan face Australia in the 2021 T20 World Cup Semi-Final, hoping to make it 6 wins in 6 games at the tournament.
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"Watch out, everyone. Pakistan have a finisher" – Asif Ali's Journey
Asif Ali announced himself on the world stage with epic finishes in the World Cup against New Zealand and Afghanistan.
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Familiar Foes Face Off: 5 Memorable Pakistan vs. New Zealand Encounters
Ahead of the T20 World Cup clash between Pakistan and New Zealand, we look back at 5 famous T20Is between the 2 sides.
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Dil Dil Pakistan and the Fairy-Tale Start to the World Cup
Pakistan decimated India with an all-round performance of epic proportions, ending their World Cup heartbreaks.
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How Can Pakistan Get the Best Out of Haris Rauf in the T20 World Cup?
The fast-bowler from Rawalpindi is in Pakistan's squad for the T20 World Cup and is likely to play a crucial role.
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How Did Pakistan Win the 2009 T20 World Cup?
A retroactive analysis of Pakistan's World T20 win through modern numbers ft. some interesting tactical decisions.
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National T20 Cup 2021: Grassroots Cricket Team of the Tournament
After the culmination of the exciting tournament, we outline our favorite XI and the logic behind the selections.
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Understanding Mohammad Hasnain: Jack of all Phases, Master of None
Despite being just 21, the speedsteer has more than 2 years of T20 experience. What does he bring to a bowling attack?
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National T20 Cup 2021: Team Previews
The 2021 edition of the tournament gets underway September 23, with Pakistan's T20 World Cup squad participating.
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"Inequality, Lack of Respect" – Wasim Khan's Press Conference on New Zealand's Pullout
The PCB Chief Executive spoke to the media after New Zealand abandoned their 2021 tour of Pakistan.
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The Story of Shan Masood: The One-Day Player
The left-hander has one of the highest List A averages ever, but he isn't in the Pakistan ODI team. Why?
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Pakistan vs. New Zealand ODI Series Preview
The Black Caps have returned to the country after 18 years, with the first of 3 ODIs to be played on Sep 17, 2021.
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Ramiz Raja Outlines His Vision as PCB Chairman
The former cricketer and captain spoke at a press conference after being elected as PCB Chairman for a 3-year term.
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From Waqar Younis to Mickey Arthur to Misbah-ul-Haq – The Story of Pakistan's Last 3 Head Coaches
Misbah-ul-Haq recently stepped down as Head Coach with one year remaining on his contract.
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Seven Players Who Missed Out on Selection for the 2021 T20 World Cup
Chief Selector Mohammad Wasim announced a 15-man Pakistan squad alongside three reserves for the world event.
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Pakistan Announce Squad for 2021 T20 World Cup
The squad is led by captain Babar Azam with Shadab Khan to be his deputy.
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Pakistan Squad Overview: ODIs vs. New Zealand
Chief Selector Mohammad Wasim has announced a 20-man squad for the upcoming three ODIs against the Black Caps.
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Southern Punjab’s New Recruits
Ahead of the 2021/22 domestic season, the side has brought in Usman Salahuddin, Naseem Shah, Azam Khan, & Hassan Khan.
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Swing It Like Sarfaraz – Understanding the Secrets of Reverse Swing
Ball texture, seam position, that coveted 90mph+ benchmark. What exactly is the physics of swing bowling?
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The Defining Decade: 1990 - The Year of Waqar Younis
In our 'Defining Decade' series, we look back at each year of the 1990s and how it panned out for Pakistan.
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The Muddle of Pakistan's Test Openers
Pakistan's newest opening combination of Abid Ali and Imran Butt has failed to click so far in Test cricket.
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All Hail Shaheen, Prince of the New Ball, Knight of the Three Approaches, and Bringer of Chaos
Shaheen Shah Afridi was the Man of the Series in the Test matches against West Indies, with 18 wickets @ 11.3.
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West Indies vs. Pakistan Test Series Review
Pakistan bounced back after losing the first Test to draw the 2-match Test series 1-1 in the West Indies.
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Pakistan Player Ratings (West Indies Tests 2021)
After Pakistan fought back to draw the series 1-1, we rate the players' performances and see who stood out.
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Usman Salahuddin: You can not judge a player on one Test match
The batsman spoke about his disappointment at being dropped and his aspirations of a return to the Test side.
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The Expectation Problem in Pakistan Cricket
Are Pakistan's expectations too high from the "weak points" of their playing XIs?
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Pakistan's Recent Heartbreaks in Test Cricket
Pakistan seem to have made a habit of losing close Test matches from positions of victory or survival.
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West Indies vs. Pakistan Test Series Preview
Pakistan face West Indies in a Test series for the first time since 2017, with two Tests scheduled at Sabina Park.
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What To Make of Mohammad Abbas's County Performances?
The Pakistan seamer has now played 3 seasons of County Cricket, taking 106 wickets at an average of 19.5.
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West Indies and Pakistan in Test Cricket: A Glorious History
From Hanif to Sobers to Imran to Viv to Wasim to Lara to Yasir: WI-PAK has produced some great memories.
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West Indies vs. Pakistan Test History In Numbers
Ahead of the start of the 2021 Test series between the two sides, we take a look at some standout past performers.
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Shan Masood: From Wisden's Test Team of the Year in 2020 to out of the Pakistan Team in 2021
Shan Masood impressed after his comeback in 2018. Was it harsh to discard him after a rough tour of New Zealand?
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Cricket In The Olympics: Is It Possible?
Although cricket tops the Olympics in terms of viewership, it has failed to capture the IOC’s interest for 120 years.
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West Indies vs. Pakistan T20I Series Preview
Pakistan's tour of West Indies commences with four T20Is at the Kensington Oval and Providence Stadium.
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What Would Happen if Virat Kohli Faced Pakistan in a Test Match?
The Indian captain hasn't faced Pakistan in the longest format; the last India vs. Pakistan Test was way back in 2007!
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Five Memorable West Indies vs. Pakistan T20I Encounters
Ahead of Pakistan's T20I series in the West Indies, we look back at some memorable encounters between the two sides.
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The Mirage of the Aggressive Opener(s)
Pakistan cricket fans want more aggressive openers in T20Is. But do they have the players to play those roles?
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England vs. Pakistan T20i Series Review
Pakistan won the opening match of the series, but lost the final two games as England sealed a 2-1 series victory.
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The Faults in Our Cricket
Why did a full-strength Pakistan ODI side lose to an England side missing most of its primary stars?
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Pakistan’s Ideal T20 Batter
What is an "ideal" T20 batsman for a team like Pakistan?
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England vs. Pakistan T20I Series Preview
After a dismal showing in the ODIs, Pakistan will hope to perform better in the shorter format against England.
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Sohaib Maqsood and Pakistan’s T20I Dilemma
The tall right-hander returns to the national side after a lengthy hiatus – but where does he fit in the lineup?
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England vs. Pakistan ODI Series Review
The tourists were blanked 3-0 by an inexperienced England line-up. What went wrong for the Men in Green?
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Putting Pakistan’s 141 All Out Into Perspective
Pakistan collapsed to 141 all out in the first ODI against England, going on to lose the match by 9 wickets.
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An Overview of Fakhar Zaman in ODIs – Will He Fire in England?
Before the England ODIs get underway, we review Fakhar Zaman's ODI career and how he's fared in the 50-over format.
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England vs. Pakistan ODI Series Preview
We preview the upcoming ODI series between world champions England and tourists Pakistan.
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Five Memorable England vs. Pakistan ODI Encounters From the 2010s
Ahead of the ODI series between England and Pakistan, we look back at some of the most fascinating recent encounters.
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No ODI Series Win Since 1974: Can Pakistan Defeat England in England?
Pakistan have failed to win any of their last 10 ODI series in England, with their sole victory coming in 1974.
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Comebacks and New Faces in the Latest Pakistan Squads
Pakistan tour England for ODIs and T20Is before heading off to the West Indies for T20Is and Tests.
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PSL 2021 Review: Important Factors for Success!
With the sixth edition coming to an end, we look at some of the key factors behind teams' and players' success.
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PSL 2021: Multan Sultans – An Unexpected New PSL Champion
After finishing top of the PSL 5 table but being eliminated in the playoffs, the Sultans returned to capture the title.
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PSL 2021: Why Peshawar Zalmi Stumbled at the Last Hurdle (Again)
The Yellow Storm had a good season, but lost their third PSL final to once again finish are runners-up.
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PSL 2021: Why Did Islamabad United Fall Away at the End?
Islamabad United were the most successful team in the PSL 6 group stage, but were eliminated after losing two playoffs.
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PSL 2021: Why Did Karachi Kings’ Title Defense Fall Flat?
PSL 5 Champions Karachi Kings only remained champions for around 7 months as the were eliminated by PZ in PSL 6.
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PSL 2021: Grassroots Cricket Team of the Tournament
After the sixth edition of the tournament, we pick our XI of the tournament - and explain the reasoning behind it.
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PSL 2021: How Did Lahore Qalandars Mess It Up?
The Qalandars were top of the table after six games, but lost their last four matches to crash out on NRR.
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PSL 2021: What Went Wrong for the Quetta Gladiators?
The Pakistan Super League 2019 Champions won only 2 out of 10 matches in the sixth edition of the tournament.
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Can Pakistan Overcome Their T20I Bowling Shortcomings?
With just a few months remaining for the 2021 T20 World Cup, we look at the problems with Pakistan's T20I bowling.
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Karachi Kings Captaincy: Imad Wasim or Babar Azam?
Babar Azam is Pakistan's captain in all formats; should he lead the Kings as well? We look at both sides of the coin.
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Can Pakistan Overcome Their T20I Batting Shortcomings?
With just a few months remaining for the 2021 T20 World Cup, we look at the problems with Pakistan's T20I batting.
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A Cursory Look at PSL’s “New” Emerging Bowlers
Before the resumption of PSL 6, we take a look at how the new pacers in the PSL have fared so far.
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Why Azam Khan Deserved To Be Selected
22-year-old Azam Khan has been selected in Pakistan’s T20I squad for the first time. What led to this selection?
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Future of International Cricket in Pakistan
An overview of cricket in Pakistan since 2000 and what Pakistan needs to do to host ICC tournaments in the future.
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How PSL in the UAE Will Be Different From Pakistan
PSL returns to the UAE once again, this time due to the COVID pandemic. How will the move affect the players and teams?
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31 May 2015: The Day Cricket Returned to Pakistan
Six years on, we look at the long-term effects of Pakistan's isolation and how things have improved.
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Mohammad Rizwan’s T20 Turnaround
At one time, Rizwan wasn't considered good enough for T20s. How has he become one of Pakistan's crucial T20 players?
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PSL 2021 2nd Leg: Karachi Kings Preview
The defending champions are currently top of the table, but will the move to UAE hamper their title defence?
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PSL 2021 2nd Leg: Lahore Qalandars Preview
Losing finalists in PSL 5, the Qalandars have now compiled a strong squad. Is it their year to lift the PSL trophy?
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PSL 2021 2nd Leg: Peshawar Zalmi Preview
The 2017 champs made a strong start to PSL 6. Can they overcome the loss of some key players & challenge for the title?
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PSL 2021 2nd Leg: Islamabad United Preview
The two-time champions made a good start to PSL 6, winning 3 of their first 4 games. Can they go all the way?
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PSL 2021 2nd Leg: Multan Sultans Preview
Multan Sultans have struggled in PSL 6 so far, winning only one match. Can they turn it around for the second leg?
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PSL 2021 2nd Leg: Quetta Gladiators Preview
Having played 5 matches, the PSL 2019 champions are rooted to the bottom of the table. Can they stage a comeback?
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Shadab Khan and His Erratic Bowling Graph
Shadab Khan started his career brightly, becoming a crucial part of Pakistan's bowling lineup. However, he has struggled with his bowling form recently.
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Five Innings That Made Babar Azam
We take a look at five standout innings that led to Babar Azam becoming the top-ranked batsman in ICC's ODI rankings.
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Asad Shafiq and Fawad Alam: The Dilemma
“Did Pakistan invest in the wrong batsman” appears to be the most popular talking point on social media nowadays. But is this viewpoint simply the benefit of hindsight?
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Are Pakistan Using Haider Ali Right?
After a fifty on debut, Haider Ali has seemingly struggled in T20Is. But he's gone from #3 to opening the batting, then #5 and eventually #6. Are Pakistan using him right, though?
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The Defining Decade: An Overview of The 90s
In our new series on GRC called The Defining Decade, we look back at Pakistan cricket in the 90s and talk about the games, the players, and the moments that defined them.
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What Can Babar & Kohli Learn From Each Other?
In T20 cricket, both batsmen have different styles and approaches to the game. What can they learn from each other to improve?
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The Imad Wasim vs. Mohammad Nawaz Dilemma
Mohammad Wasim picked Mohammad Nawaz for the Pakistan tour of Africa, dropping Imad Wasim entirely. Was that the right decision, though?
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Newcomers for Pakistan’s tours of South Africa & Zimbabwe
Chief Selector Mohammad Wasim has included some relatively newer names in the squads touring South Africa and Zimbabwe. We take a look at their respective paths to the top level
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Pakistan in South Africa: Five Memorable ODIs
World Cup and Champions Trophy encounters, bilateral series victory – We look back at some of the finest ODIs Pakistan have been involved in ahead of the upcoming ODI series
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PSL 2021: Lahore Qalandars Preview
The Pakistan Super League franchise with possibly the largest fanbase is yet to win the trophy. Will the perennial underachievers finally be crowned PSL winners?
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PSL 2021: Multan Sultans Preview
Spin and top-order are Multan’s strengths while they lack a good pace-attack as they search for a maiden PSL title – with a new captain in Mohammad Rizwan.
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What Is Wrong With Domestic Cricket?
The story of the Fawads, Tabishs, and Naumans, alongside many others.
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PSL 2021: Peshawar Zalmi Preview
The champions of the second edition of the PSL had a disappointing season 5. After an overhaul of their squad, they will be hoping to become title-contenders once again.
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PSL 2021: Islamabad United Preview
Will the most successful side in the PSL’s short history be able to add another trophy to their tally?
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PSL 2021: Quetta Gladiators Preview
Statistically the most consistent team in the PSL, Quetta Gladiators will be looking to shake off the disappointment of last season and get going again.
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PSL 2021: Karachi Kings Preview
Just 3 months after becoming PSL champions for the first time, Karachi Kings are gearing up for PSL 6 and will be hoping to become the first PSL team to successfully defend their title.
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Mohammad Rizwan’s Century: More Than Just Runs
Mohammad Rizwan made his maiden Test hundred in the 2nd Test against South Africa – and it was a moment of joy for the entire dressing room.
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The Journeys of Babar Azam and Quinton de Kock
Two young, promising cricketers have gone on to become leaders for Pakistan and South Africa. We take a look at the journey that brought them here.
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Khurram Manzoor: One of the Domestic Greats
Despite boasting the highest number of List A hundreds by a Pakistani batsman and a stellar record in the 50-over format, the right-handed opener has only played 7 ODIs. Why?
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The Return of the 50-Over Pakistan One-Day Cup
The sixth edition of the 2021 Pakistan Cup took place in Karachi, with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa being crowned winners after defeating Central Punjab in the final.
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Pakistan's XI for the 1st Test vs. South Africa
From a statistical point of view, what would be the ideal lineup for Pakistan to put up at the National Stadium in Karachi?
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Pakistan vs South Africa: 5 Memorable Tests
A recount of 5 high-octane Test matches between Pakistan and South Africa
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Fawad Alam’s Homecoming
A Second Test Debut: Fawad Alam’s Homecoming
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Was Junaid Khan Hard-Done By?
From Pakistan’s Strike Bowler to Not Good Enough for Domestic Cricket. Was Junaid Khan Hard-Done By?
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PSL 6 Squads Overview
A Quick Overview of the Squads for PSL 6
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Mohammad Amir Retirement Saga
Breaking Down the Mohammad Amir Retirement Saga
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Squad Selection on Merit or Popular Choice
Was the Data-Based Squad Selection on Merit or by Popular Choice?
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Mohammad Wasim’s First Squad
The New Chief Selector and His First Squad Selection
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Top Batsmen in QeA Trophy 2020
Breakdown of Batsmen’s Numbers in Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2020/21
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PSL Captains History
Five Seasons of PSL: How Captains Have Fared
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Misbah-ul-Haq Islamabad United
The Many Services of Misbah-ul-Haq for Islamabad United
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Salman Ali Agha interview
Salman Ali Agha Says He Is Ready To Represent Pakistan
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Sajid Khan PSL
Sajid Khan Wants Pakistan Super League Teams To Select Pakistani Off-Spinners
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Nauman Ali interview
Nauman Ali Hopes To Represent Pakistan After Starring in the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy
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Munir Riaz interview
Northern Fast-Bowler Munir Riaz Expresses a Wish To Meet Shoaib Akhtar
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Does Pakistan Need Amir?
Does Pakistan really need Mohammad Amir in the T20I side?
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PSL 2021 New Players
An XI of “New” Players for PSL 2021
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PSL Draft Guide
A Fan’s Guide To the PSL Draft
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What Comes After Bobby Prince
What Comes After Bobby Prince
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Pakistani T20 Batting Options
Taking Stock of Pakistan’s T20 Batting Options
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Dissecting Tabish Khan
One hundred and thirty-one first-class matches, five hundred and seventy-eight wickets, thirty-eight five-wicket hauls but ZERO Test caps. How did this happen?
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