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“Dukh Hota Hai”: Shadab Khan On Fans Taunting Imad Wasim With “Babar Babar” Chants

admin — Mon, 18 Mar 2024 09:53:21 +0000

A poor incident caught the limelight during the Eliminator 2 of Pakistan Super League between Peshawar Zalmi and Islamabad United on Saturday. At the game at National Stadium in Karachi, a section of fans taunted United all-rounder Imad Wasim with “Babar Babar” chants. The video of the incident went viral on social media with Islamabad United captain Shadab Khan also commenting on the issue after the game. Shadab was quite vocal to say that acts like those do hurt the players.

Imad Wasim Replied to Fans Babar Azam Chants #ImadWasim #BabarAzam #PSL9 #BabarAzam #PSL2024 pic.twitter.com/dCIs3oHzvV

— Arsalan Iqbal (@Arsalan88915193) March 10, 2024

“Obviously dukh hota hai. Itne lambe arse ke liye Pakistan ke liye khelna, performance karna. Aisi cheezein jo hamaara crowd hai woh aisi cheezein kar raha tha. Aapko feel hota hai ‘Maine isi mulk ke liye khela hai aur isi mulk ke liye matches jeetayein hain, aur hamaare log aisa treat kar rahe hain’ so woh thoda feel hota hai. (It’s obviously saddening to see. To play and perform for Pakistan for such a long time. And then to see the crowd doing this to such player. As a player you feel like, ‘I’ve played for this country, I’ve won matches for this country, and the people of our country treat us like this,’ so it does feel a bit),” said Shadab.

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— Imran Siddique (@imransiddique89) March 16, 2024

Notably, Imad had earlier criticized Babar during the Cricket World Cup 2023, where Pakistan produced a poor show. The fans on Saturday taunted him with “Babar Babar” chants because of the remark he had passed.

Talking about the game, Islamabad United made their way into the final with a five-wicket win over Peshawar Zalmi with Imad playing a crucial role in the victory.

Islamabad United captain Shadab won the toss and invited the opponent team to bat first. Led by Saim Ayub‘s 73 and Mohammad Haris‘ 40, Peshawar Zalmi posted 185 for 5 in the stipulated 20 overs. Imad could not get any wicket but bowled an economical spell of 0/23 in four overs.

In reply, Islamabad got home in 19 overs, thanks to Imad’s 59 not out off 40 balls and Haider Ali‘s 52 not out off 29.

Islamabad United will face Multan Sultans in the final of PSL 2024 on March 18 at the National Stadium, Karachi.

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“Embarrassing”: Wasim Akram Fumes As PSL 2024 Playoffs See Low Turnout In Karachi

admin — Sat, 16 Mar 2024 06:17:34 +0000

The ninth season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) is about to reach its conclusion with two games left to play, including the summit clash. The Mohammad Rizwan-led Multan Sultans have booked their place in Monday’s final after beating Babar Azam‘s Peshawar Zalmi in the Qualifier. However, fans have raised concerns over the subdued atmosphere in Karachi for the PSL playoffs. On Friday, Islamabad United and Quetta Gladiators faced off in Eliminator 1 in front of an almost empty National Cricket Stadium.

While the tournament saw almost packed scenes during the games in Lahore, Rawalpindi and Multan, there has been little to no attendance throughout the Karachi leg.

In fact, the subdued atmosphere in Karchi has become even more noticeable with the onset of Ramzan. According to ESPNcricinfo, the PSL officials have decided against relocating the remaining games.

Former Paksitan captain Wasim Akram said he was “embarrassed” to see no fans in Karachi for the playoffs.

“It was embarrassing to see no crowd in Karachi. There was no crowd, literally no crowd for last night’s match,” Akram said on A Sports.

Here’s how Internet reacted:

NO CROWD ONCE AGAIN FOR THE PSL ELIMINATOR IN KARACHI. IT’S GETTING SILLY NOW. @TheRealPCB, PLEASE DO SOEMTHING. THIS BRODCAST GOES AROUND THE WORLD#HBLPSL9 #tapmad #HojaoAdFree @thePSLt20 pic.twitter.com/hrskXx7lSV

— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) March 15, 2024

Wasim Akram said “It was embarrassing to see no crowd in Karachi. There was no crowd, literally no crowd for last night’s match”

Hafeez said “There were more people in Fahad Mustafa’s show Jeeto Pakistan than in National Stadium for PSL” #HBLPSL9 pic.twitter.com/szaeXevzhS

— Sahil_Mustafaa (@sahil_mustafa1) March 13, 2024

Biggest rivalry in PSL history
The home team is playing on weekends but not even the 30% crowd. #Karachi #KKvsLQ #HBLPSL2024 pic.twitter.com/tio2S3dSWb

— (@Abdullahs_56) March 9, 2024

Crowd in Karachi didn’t show up for the PSL Qualifier 1 play-off between their 2 biggest superstars Babar Azam vs Muhammad Rizwan pic.twitter.com/HuU0hCBeFl

— CricketGully (@thecricketgully) March 15, 2024

Imagine no crowd even in PSL final.

— Taimur Shah (PZ) (@taimury0) March 14, 2024

For the unversed, this will be the first time a PSL final will be played on a Monday. All the previous eight editions saw the conclusion of the tournament on the weekend.

However, the PSL 2024 has a rest day on Sunday.

On Friday, Islamabad United defeated Quetta Gladiators in Eliminator 1. They will now take on Peshawar Zalmin in Eliminator 2 for a place in the final.

Schedule of remaining PSL matches

March 16, 2024, Eliminator 2 (Islamabad United v Peshawar Zalmi), National Bank Stadium

March 18, 2024, Final, National Bank Stadium

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Babar Azam Gets Scared Of Spider Cam During PSL Match His Reaction Is Viral. Watch

admin — Thu, 14 Mar 2024 04:23:12 +0000

Babar Azam got scared by the spider cam as he thought that the device might hit him.© X (Twitter)

Peshawar Zalmi captain Babar Azam was involved in a rather funny incident during his side’s Pakistan Super League (PSL) match against Karachi Kings on Monday. The incident took place ahead of the start of Karachi Kings’ chase when Babar was walking out to field, with Rovman Powell walking besides him and talking to the commentators. Babar was arranging the field for the start of the second innings, with the spider cam following him. However, he got scared by the spider cam’s movement as he thought that the device might hit him.

The incident went viral on social media.

such a kid pic.twitter.com/GfcHGicVzS

— abdullah. (@babarcoded) March 11, 2024

Meanwhile, Peshawar Zalmi qualified for the PSL playoffs after beating Karachi Kings by 2 runs.

Captain Babar scored 51 off 46 balls to help his team post 147/6. In response, Karachi Kings could only manage 145/5, falling short by 2 runs.

Babar has been under pressure since the ODI World Cup 2023. He lost his Pakistan cricket team captaincy amid struggles with form in international cricket.

Recently, in a social media video, a group of fans cane be heard jeering at Babar .

The fans were heard as referring to Babar Azam as ‘Zim Babar’. After some time , Babar Azam stared back at them and even came close to throwing a bottle of water.

Recently, former Pakistan cricket director Muhammad Hafeez claimed that ex-captain, Babar Azam and foreign coaches Mickey Arthur and Grant Bradburn had given team fitness lowest priority in the lead-up to the ODI World Cup in India. Pakistan, under then-skipper Babar, had failed to make it to the semifinal knockout round, losing five of the nine league games and finishing fifth.

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Shaheen Afridi To Be Axed As Pakistan’s T20I Captain After Just Five Games? Report Makes Big Claim

admin — Wed, 13 Mar 2024 12:27:47 +0000

Star Pakistan pacer Shaheen Afridi has come under scrutiny amid Lahore Qalandars poor show in the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) campaign. After leading the franchise to back-to-back titles in the last two campaigns, Shaheen has not been able to inspire Lahore Qalandars this season. The franchise’s performance has been subpar this season, winning only one match and finishing at the bottom of the points table. According to Cricket Pakistan, Shaheen is all set to lose his place as captain of Pakistan’s T20 team.

According to the report, Shaheen is too young to carry the responsibility for now.

“PCB’s new chairman Mohsin Naqvi has been receiving suggestions for a change in captaincy. Some believe that 23-year-old Shaheen is too young for this responsibility and needs more maturity,” the report claimed.

Pakistan are set to take on New Zealand in a T20 series next month, and the call on Shaheen’s future as captain will be taken by Naqvi before it, keeping the upcoming T20 World Cup in mind.

“On the other hand, some board members believe that a decision to change leadership close to the World Cup might not be wise as it could negatively impact the team’s performance. The final decision will be made by the chairman,” the report added.

It is also worth mentioning that wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan could be appointed as the new captain, with former skipper Babar Azam‘s name also in discussion.

“In case of a change, there is a higher possibility that Muhammad Rizwan will be appointed for the role. However, Babar Azam will be in contention too,” the report further suggested.

For the unversed, Shaheen took charge as Pakistan’s T20 captain after Babar stepped down from his role after the ODI World Cup in India last year.

Babar had relinquished his role after Pakistan failed to qualify for the semi-finals of the tournament.

Shaheen had led Pakistan in a five-match series in New Zealand earlier this year. However, the visitors lost the series 1-4, winning the final game of the series.

On the other hand, both Rizwan and Babar will look to guide their respective franchises to the PSL title.

Rizwan’s Multan Sultans ended the group phase at the top spot, having won seven of their 10 matches.

Peshawar Zalmi also qualified for the playoffs on Monday, beating Karachi Kings in a crunch game, with Babar scoring a fifty.

Babar is the leading scorer in the tournament so far with 498 runs in nine matches.

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Naveen-ul-Haq Uproots Shoaib Malik’s Stumps, Stunned Sana Javed’s Reaction Viral. Watch

admin — Tue, 12 Mar 2024 15:10:47 +0000

It was a tough night for Karachi Kings at the Pakistan Super League against Peshawar Zalmi on Monday. Despite chasing a low target of 148, Karachi Kings fell short by two runs. Babar Azam scored a half-century to guide Peshawar over 145. In reply, Karachi Kings’s chase withered away despite a 30-ball 41 up the order by Tim Seifert. Former Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik scored 22 off 25 balls and was bowled by Afghanistan star Naveen-ul-Haq. Malik’s wife Sana Javed was present at the stadium and was stunned after Malik was clean bowled.

Off stump goes cartwheeling!

Naveen gets rid of Malik #HBLPSL9 I #KhulKeKhel I #KKvPZ pic.twitter.com/dpw5bMrrgl

— PakistanSuperLeague (@thePSLt20) March 11, 2024

In January, Sania Mirza’s family confirmed that the Indian tennis icon and Shoaib Malik have separated, a day after Pakistani cricketer announced his third marriage with actor Sana Javed. Their split marked the end of a high-profile union that had generated huge interest among sports lovers from the two countries. The 41-year-old Malik then posted his wedding picture with Sana on social media platforms.

“Sania has always kept her personal life away from the public eye. However, today the need has arisen for her to share that Shoaib and she have been divorced for a few months now. She wishes Shoaib well for his new journey ahead!,” read the statement issued by Mirza’s family.

“At this sensitive period of her life, we would like to request all fans and well-wishers to refrain from indulging in any speculation and to respect her need for privacy,” the statement added.

The revelation came amid long-standing rumours and speculation surrounding the strained relationship between Malik and Mirza, who got married in April 2010 in the Indian player’s hometown of Hyderabad.

The rumours gained momentum when Malik recently unfollowed Mirza, 37, on Instagram, a move that further fuelled speculation about their marital discord.

They have a five-year-old son Izaan, who is currently living with Mirza.

Mirza, in an Instagram post, had alluded to personal struggles.

“Marriage is hard, Divorce is hard. Choose your hard. Obesity is hard. Being fit is hard, Choose your hard. being in debt is hard. Being financially disciplined is hard. Choose your hard,” she posted in an instagram story.

“Communication is hard. No communicating is hard. Life will never be easy. I will always be hard. But we can choose our hard. Pick wisely.”

Celebrated as one of India’s greatest tennis players, Sania announced her retirement from professional tennis last year after a illustrious career spanning two decades.

She won six Grand Slam titles in doubles and mixed doubles events.

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Virat Kohli, RCB Craze Hits PSL As Fan’s “Jersey” Gesture Viral During Babar Azam’s Match

admin — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 07:09:34 +0000

In a rather unusual sight, a fan donning the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)’s special green jersey went viral during a Pakistan Super League (PSL) match at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The fan was seen cheering for Babar Azam and Peshawar Zalmi during their game against the Lahore Qalandars on Sunday. The big screen spotted the fan after Babar hit Mohammad Imran for consecutive boundaries in the fifth over of Zalmi’s innings. Taking to social media, fans shared picture of the man wearing RCB’s iconic jersey, which has been synonymous with batting maestro Kohli.

Fans admired the man’s gesture for Kohli and RCB, despite Babar, who is also one of the finest batters, in action.

Here’s how internet reacted:

A RCB fan in PSL 2024.

– The craze for RCB is unreal, The Fanbase of Virat Kohli is everywhere.#HBLPSL2024 #ViratKohli #RCBForever pic.twitter.com/JxJMVt4Yyg

— KohliPremi (@cricketfied007) February 25, 2024

RCB fan at the PSL.

– The craze of RCB is unreal.#GTvMI #PSL #WPL2024 #ViratKohli pic.twitter.com/Ej2xPOfnC8

— Women’s Premier league TATA WPL (@WPL2024) February 25, 2024

RCB Fans In PSL.

Incredible Fan Base #IPL2024 #RCB pic.twitter.com/h19HVmvwDU

— Satish Mishra (@SATISHMISH78) February 25, 2024

RCB’s fans in PSL 2024 in Pakistan.

– The Craze of RCB and King Kohli…!!!! pic.twitter.com/EcXGQE5rF6

— CricketMAN2 (@ImTanujSingh) February 25, 2024

A #RCB fan in psl

RCB fanbase in unmatchable the craze for rcb is commendable #ViratKohli pic.twitter.com/JcP8tkMlJR

— Shahrukh Khan (@ShortsSide) February 26, 2024

As far as the match is concerned, Peshawar Zalmi inflicted fifth straight defeat on Lahore Qalandars, despite Rassie van der Dussen‘s century.

Saim Ayub slammed 88 off 55 balls while Babar and Rovman Powell ably contributed with 48 and 46, helping Zalmi post 211/4 on the board.

In reply, van der Dussen slammed 104 off just 52 balls, but didn’t have any support from any other batter.

Chasing 212, Qalandars fell short by 8 runs in their end, a fifth straight defeat for the two-time defending champions.

Meanwile, Kohli is currently out of action after pulling out of the ongoing five-match Test series against England, citing personal reason.

Kohli revealed recently that his wife Anushka Sharma gave birth to their second child on February 15. The couple were blessed with a boy, who they named ‘Akaay’.

Kohli will now be seen in action for RCB during the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

MS Dhoni‘s Chennai Super Kings, who are the defending champions, will take on Kohli’s RCB in the opening match of the tournament on March 22.

As the general elections will be held this year, the schedule for the first 21 matches has been announced so far.

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Babar Azam Surpasses Virat Kohli, Chris Gayle To Register Massive T20 Record

admin — Thu, 22 Feb 2024 06:04:58 +0000

Pakistan star Babar Azam on Wednesday surpassed the likes of Chris Gayle and Virat Kohli to become the fastest batter to reach the milestone of 10,000 T20 runs. He is the fastest to achieve the feat in terms of all – innings, matches and time taken. Babar raced to the landmark during his 72-run knock in his team Peshawar Zalmi’s seven-wicket defeat to Karachi Kings in Pakistan Super League. Ahead of the game in Lahore, Babar was only six short of the 10,000-run mark. Babar got there in 271 innings, 281 matches, and 11 years and 82 days.

West Indies legend Gayle reached the milestone in 285 innings, 290 matches, and 11 years and 215 days. Meanwhile, star India batter Kohli achieved it in 299 innings, 314 matches, and 14 years and 176 days.

Former Pakistan team director Mohammad Hafeez recently disclosed details about the conversation he had with star batters Babar and Mohammad Rizwan during the recently concluded T20I series against New Zealand.

Pakistan avoided a whitewash during the five-match T20I series by registering a 42-run victory in the final game to end their tour on 4-1.

During the first three games of the series, Babar showed glimpses of returning to his peak after going through a barren run in last year’s World Cup and the Test series against Australia.

Against the Kiwis, the experienced batter registered scores of 57, 66 and 58. Overall in the series, he amassed 213 runs at an average of 42.6.

Hafeez opened up about the conversation he had with Babar during which he stressed the importance of contribution from each player which plays a major role in the team’s achievements.

“You are a great player, you are a wonderful player, and you are playing great cricket; however, you have to develop the Pakistan team,” Hafeez said in an interview, as quoted from Geo News.

The former team director suggested Rizwan and Babar embrace positional changes. He went on to reveal that he appreciated Babar’s talent and potential but urged him to play at the number three spot rather than opening for the team.

“We need to develop a team, and for that, I want you to come at number three because you have been playing this role in the ODI cricket for the last six years,” Hafeez added.

(With ANI Inputs)

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