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Rana Nasir Ghafoor
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Lessons Pakistan need to learn from Asia Cup

Despite a tasteful win in the Asia Cup, Pakistan cannot afford to be complacent. There are so many things the Green Shirts need to work on. It was not the first time for the cricket lovers to see Misbah-ul-Haq lifting the trophy despite facing heavy criticism. After a nail-biting contest, the tourists beat home side […]

Mushfiqur Rahim confident of upsetting Pakistan in Asia Cup final

Bangladesh skipper Mushfiqur Rahim is confident to kill another giant, as he aims to hammer Pakistan in the final of Asia Cup. The Bengali Tigers stepped into the ultimate battle following their emphatic wins over India and Sri Lanka. Bangladesh have never won a major tournament, and Asia Cup looks an ideal chance for them […]

Misbah-ul-Haq likely to go as limited-over captain: sources

According to the sources in the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Misbah-ul-Haq’s stint as Twenty20 and One Day International skipper is expected to come to an end after the ongoing Asia Cup. Although nothing is confirmed yet, Shahid Afridi and Mohammad Hafeez’s names are being considered as possible replacements. Following their wins over Bangladesh and Sri […]

Virat Kohli ideal replacement for Rahul Dravid, says Sourav Ganguly

Virat Kohli ideal replacement for Rahul Dravid, says Sourav Ganguly Former Indian skipper Sourav Ganguly has said that Virat Kohli is an ideal option to fill in number three slot left vacant after Rahul Dravid’s retirement. Kohli is in sublime form at the moment. He hit his third century in his last four innings on […]

MS Dhoni says ‘Rohit can be a good finisher’

MS Dhoni says ‘Rohit can be a good finisher’ Enormously delighted over his team’s stellar performance against archrivals Pakistan, Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni lavished special praise on Rohit Sharma for his fantastic knock. After electing to bat first, Misbah and his men piled up a huge total of 329 runs, courtesy to fantastic hundred […]

Virat Kohli relishing his success against Pakistan

Indian young batting star Virat Kohli is in sublime form these days, as he struck his third ton in the last four innings. Ahead of stepping into Asia Cup, Kohli slammed a fantastic ton at Hobart to steer his side to bonus point triumph against Sri Lanka. Perpetuating his good run, he lashed match winning […]

Darren Sammy aims to end WI’s losing streak against Australia

West Indian skipper Darren Sammy is confident to put his side back on the winning track during upcoming series against Australia. The Windies have a poor track record against the Aussies, but Sammy is determined to turn the table around. The opening game of the five-match One Day International series is scheduled to take place […]

Sunil Narine geared up for Australia challenge

West Indian young off-spinner Sunil Narine believes he is well prepared for the upcoming One Day International series against Australia. Narine made his debut against India in December last year, making a fine impression in his opening matches. In three games against the World Champion, the youngster showed a lot of composure. Having been selected […]

Samit Patel eyeing Test cap

England all-rounder Samit Patel has set sights on making his Test debut during upcoming tour to Sri Lanka. Patel and Ravi Bopara are two strong contenders for the spot left vacant after the omission of Eoin Morgan. The two-match Test series in Sri Lanka is scheduled to start on March 26. Patel has become an […]

Krishnamachari Srikkanth expects India to bounce back in Asia Cup

An embarrassing tour Down Under would have dented Team Blue’s confidence terribly but the Selection Committee chairman, Krishnamachari Srikkanth, is expecting the Men in Blue to comeback strongly in the ongoing Asia Cup. The four-nation tournament started off on Sunday with an exciting game between Pakistan and Bangladesh. After a thrilling contest, Misbah-ul-Haq and company […]

Shane Watson vows to lead from the front

Australian stand-in skipper Shane Watson has vowed to lead to from the front in the upcoming tour to West Indies. The Aussies are undergoing a busy schedule, as the left for West Indies only 12 hours after the end of the tri-angular series at home. After visiting South Africa, the Kangaroos played a two-match Test […]

Rahul Dravid is a phenomenal man, says Shane Watson

Australian all-rounder Shane Watson has paid special tribute to his former IPL skipper, Rahul Dravid, saying that the Indian batting stalwart is the nicest man he has ever met in international cricket. The Aussie stand-in skipper also lauded Dravid’s extraordinary batting skills, terming him a phenomenal man. Dravid is expected to hang his boots in a […]

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