DTVHINDIPCB appoints David Reid as mental performance coach ahead of T20 World Cup
Recently, Pakistan has won the T20 series against Ireland by 2-1. PCB (Image Credit- Twitter) Cricket fans are eagerly waiting for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024. Let us tell you that this time this tournament is going to start from June 2 under the joint hosting of West Indies and USA. However, before the start of this big tournament, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken a big step in the interest of the team. Let us tell you that PCB has appointed David Reid as the new mental performance coach of Pakistan cricket team. Also, let us tell you that before this multinational tournament, PCB has appointed Simon Helmot as fielding coach and Gary Kirsten as head coach for white ball format. It is noteworthy that before joining the Pakistan cricket team, David Reid had worked as a mental and skill conditioning coach with Chennai Super Kings in the 2021 IPL season. Apart from this, he has worked in the same role for Melbourne Stars in the Big Bash League. So now before the upcoming T20 World Cup, he is going to join the Pakistan cricket team before the England tour. Pakistan Cricket Board gave a big statement Let us tell you that on the appointment of David Reid, Pakistan Cricket Board said through a media release – On the recommendation of the team management, PCB has appointed Simon Helmot as the fielding coach to help the players for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 and mental performance. David Reed has been included as coach. David will join the Pakistan cricket team on May 20, while Helmot is expected to join the team by May 31. Aftab Khan, who is currently working as the fielding coach, will take over as the high-performance coach after Helmot’s arrival.
“They have to work on strike rate…”- Former Pakistani captain rebuked Babar, Rizwan and Fakhar Zaman.
Our top-order batsmen Babar, Rizwan and Fakhar should start working on their strike rate – Younis Khan Babar Azam & Younis Khan (Photo Source: Pakistan had to suffer a humiliating defeat by 5 wickets in the first T20 match of the series against Ireland. In the match, Pakistan, batting first, scored 182 runs at the loss of 6 wickets. In response, the host team chased the target with one ball remaining. After the match, former Pakistani player Younis Khan has advised Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman and Mohammad Rizwan to work on their strike rate. Also, Rashid Latif has expressed his displeasure over the decision to hand over the captaincy to Babar Azam before the T20 World Cup. Powerplay should be used better- Younis Khan Former Pakistan captain Younis Khan has advised Babar Azam, Rizwan and Fakhar Zaman to adapt themselves to modern T20 cricket. “I think our top-order batsmen Babar, Rizwan and Fakhar should start working on their strike rate, and utilize the powerplay as much as they can,” he said during an event in Karachi. “ In the first T20 match against Ireland, captain Babar Azam played an inning of 57 runs in 43 balls. Whereas Fakhar Zaman scored 20 runs in 18 balls and Mohammad Rizwan was run-out on 1 run. Babar should not have expected to be captain again – Rashid Latif Former Pakistani player Rashid Latif believes that due to frequent changes in captaincy, the atmosphere of the team has deteriorated significantly. He has also questioned the decision to remove Shaheen Afridi as T20 captain after just one series. Rashid Latif while talking on his YouTube channel said, ““I don’t think Babar should have expected to captain white ball cricket again after the board removed Shaheen Shah Afridi as captain after just one series.”
Before the T20 World Cup, Ireland created history, defeated Pakistan for the first time in T20.
Ireland is leading 1-0 in the three-match series. Ireland vs Pakistan (Photo Source: Getty Images) T20 World Cup 2024 will be organized from June 2, this ICC tournament will be played jointly hosted by USA and West Indies. Just before this major tournament, Pakistan is playing a three-match T20 series against Ireland these days. Through this series, both the teams are strengthening their preparations for the T20 World Cup. The first T20 match of the series was played yesterday (May 10) in Dublin, which host Ireland won by 5 wickets. After this defeat, Pakistan’s preparations for the T20 World Cup 2024 have suffered a major setback. In the match, Pakistan, playing first, scored 182 runs for 6 wickets. Ireland achieved the target by losing 5 wickets with one ball remaining. Babar Azam once again played a slow innings Pakistan, who came to bat first, had a bad start and Mohammad Rizwan was run out in the second over. Babar Azam, who came to bat at number three, scored 57 runs in 43 balls. Babar made a partnership of 85 runs for the second wicket with Saim Ayub. Ayub contributed 45 runs on 29 balls. In the middle order, Fakhar Zaman played an innings of 20 runs in 18 balls. In the end Pakistan managed to score 182 runs in 20 overs. Craig Young took two wickets for Ireland. Andrew Balbirnie gave Ireland a historic victory by playing a half-century innings. However, Ireland’s chase of the target also had a poor start. Paul Stirling was out after scoring 8 runs and then Tucker was out after scoring 4 runs. Andrew Balbirnie and Harry Taker took over the innings after two wickets fell for 27 runs. There was a partnership of 77 runs between the two for the third wicket. Taker became the victim of Imad Wasim after scoring 36 runs in 27 balls. Balbirnie held one end and was out in the 19th over after scoring 77 runs on 55 balls. Ireland needed 11 runs in the last over. Curtis Camper hit a four against Abbas Afridi on the very first ball. He leveled the match by hitting two runs on the third ball and a four on the fourth ball. A leg bye run on the 5th ball gave Ireland a historic victory.
‘His fitness has improved a lot’ Babar Azam has full hope that Haris Rauf will make a great comeback after injury
Haris Rauf has been selected in the T20 series against Ireland. Haris Rauf in Melbourne stars. (Photo Source: Mike Owen/Getty Images) Pakistan cricket team’s T20 captain Babar Azam is hopeful that fast bowler Haris Rauf is going to make a great comeback after injury. Let us tell you that for some time now Haris has been out of Pakistan cricket team due to shoulder injury. Haris suffered this injury while playing for Lahore Qalandars in Pakistan Super League 2024. However, even before the PSL, Haris’s performance in the ICC World Cup 2023 was not anything special. He gave runs at an economy of 6.74 in that tournament. So after this he refused to go to Australia for the Test series with the Pakistan cricket team. After this, Haris’s central contract was canceled by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). However, now he is about to make a comeback in competitive cricket, and can be seen playing in the 3-match T20 series against Ireland starting from May 10. So before this, veteran batsman Babar Azam has given a big statement regarding Haris’ injury. Babar Azam gave a big statement regarding Haris Rauf’s injury Let us tell you that before the start of the T20 series against Ireland, Babar Azam said in a press conference – Haris Rauf’s fitness has improved a lot. I was not expecting him to recover so quickly. He is positive about his participation in the tournament and is very motivated to succeed. Babar further said- There is pressure on him because there is a lot of talk about him, but I think he will make a great comeback with strength. When you return from injury, you can make a huge impact both mentally and physically.
T20 World Cup 2024: Big announcement by PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi, if this happens then every player will get 1 lakh dollars
T20 World Cup 2024 starts from June 2 Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi. (Image Source: X) Cricket fans are eagerly waiting for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. It is noteworthy that this time this tournament is going to start from June 2 under the joint hosting of West Indies and USA. All the teams are seen finalizing their preparations for this multinational tournament. Meanwhile, the champion team of 2009 season, Pakistan, is also seen strengthening its preparations these days. Also, she will play in the T20 series against Ireland and England before the T20 World Cup, in which she will be seen making up for her missing muscles. On the other hand, now before the start of the T20 World Cup, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi has made a big announcement. Let us tell you that before going on tour to Ireland and England, the PCB chief has talked to Pakistani players. Also during this time he made a big announcement and said that if Pakistan cricket team wins the T20 World Cup, then each player will be given a prize money of 1 lakh dollars. PCB chief made a big announcement Let us tell you that today before the Pakistan cricket team goes on UK tour, Pakistan Cricket shared some photos on its official Best wishes for the upcoming tournaments. Apart from this, special jerseys were also given to Naseem Shah and Mohammad Rizwan for completing 100 wickets and 3 thousand runs respectively in T20 cricket. See this post of Pakistan Cricket PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi interacted with the Pakistan players today at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore and wished them well for the upcoming assignments. He also presented special jerseys to @iNaseemShah and @iMRizwanPak for achieving 100 international wickets and completing 3,000… pic.twitter.com/eIviKB7nsY — Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) May 5, 2024 On the other hand, if we give information about the schedule of Pakistan cricket team in T20 World Cup 2024, then they will be seen playing their first match against USA on 6th June at Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas. After this, the much awaited match between Pakistan and India will be played in New York on June 9.
1 month before the start of T20 World Cup, PCB made a big move, made the person who won India the WC as head coach.
Gary Kirsten has been appointed as the new head coach of Pakistan team in white ball format. Gary Kirsten (Photo Source: X/Twitter) Gary Kirsten Pakistan Head Coach: The T20 World Cup is to be played in West Indies and USA from June 1, and before this big tournament, a big change has been seen in Pakistan cricket. Gary Kirsten has been appointed as the new head coach of Pakistan team in white ball format. Let us tell you that during Kirsten’s tenure, India won the 2011 ODI World Cup. Australian veteran player Jason Gillespie was appointed head coach in the Test format. Whereas former Pakistani player Azhar Mahomed has been made the assistant coach of the team in all three formats. Jason Gillespie expressed his happiness Jason Gillespie has expressed happiness after becoming the head coach of Pakistan team’s Test format. Gillespie, speaking with Al Jazeera, said, ‘I really want Pakistan to play our way. Let’s entertain our fans a little and play with a smile on our faces. Jason Gillespie has been the bowling coach of Punjab Kings in IPL. He has also been the head coach of Yorkshire, South Australia, Sussex, Adelaide Strikers and Papua New Guinea teams. Talking about Gary Kirsten, apart from Team India, he has been the head coach of South Africa men’s team for three years. Kirsten is currently the mentor of IPL franchise Gujarat Titans. Former South African player Mickey Arthur was appointed the director of the Pakistan men’s cricket team in April 2023. But in January this year, due to the poor performance of the Pakistan team, director Mickey Arthur, head coach Grant Bradburn and batting coach Andrew Puttick resigned from their posts. After Arthur, Mohammad Hafeez was appointed as the team director, but then he too was dismissed due to the poor performance of the team.
Know why after the announcement of Pakistan team for T20 series against New Zealand, Mohammad Hafeez wrote – RIP Pakistan Domestic Cricket
The five-match T20 series between New Zealand and Pakistan is starting from April 18. Mohammad Hafeez (Image Credit- Twitter X) The five-match T20 series between Pakistan and New Zealand (PAK vs NZ) has started. Let us tell you that the first match of this series will be played today, April 18, at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. However, when the Pakistan cricket team was announced for this series against the Kiwi team, a tweet by former all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez, who was the director of Pakistan Cricket Team (Men’s) at that time, went viral very fast. In this viral tweet, Hafeez had written RIP Pakistan Domestic Cricket. However, now after his tweet went viral, Hafeez has revealed the reason for writing so in front of the cricket fans. So let us give you information about this big reason. It is noteworthy that when the senior selection team of Pakistan cricket team had announced the Pakistan team against the Kiwi team, the name of Usman Khan was included in it, who was second in terms of scoring the most runs in the recently concluded Pakistan Super League. Stayed at the place. But after this, Hafeez has given a big statement saying that including such players with the team, who are not a part of domestic cricket. That is discouraging for those players who are working hard in domestic cricket. Also, let us tell you that apart from Usman Khan, the board has also given place to Imad Wasim and Mohammad Aamir in the T20 series against the Kiwi team, who have recently withdrawn their retirement. Mohammad Hafeez gave a big statement Let us tell you that while talking to Cricket Pakistan regarding this decision of Pakistan cricket team, Mohammad Hafeez said – I respect the talent of Usman Khan very much, but he is not a part of Pakistan’s cricket system. After such a decision, how will you motivate thousands of cricketers who work hard day and night. Your criteria for team selection is not domestic performance. Therefore, I had tweeted that after including these players in the team, you have ruined your domestic cricket.
Pak team announced for T20I series against New Zealand, this fast bowler returns after 4 years
Pakistan Cricket Team. (Image Source: Getty Images) Pakistan has announced its team for the upcoming five-match T20 series against New Zealand. Pakistan is set to face the Kiwis for a five-match series starting on April 18. Let us tell you that, fast bowler Mohammad Aamir has returned to the national team after almost four years. He last played for the national team in August 2020. Aamir has recently withdrawn his retirement. At the same time, Imad Wasim, who once again made himself available for the team after a long time, has also got a place in the team. Also, Irrfan Khan and Usman Khan have earned call-ups for the series for the first time. Usman scored two centuries and two half-centuries for Multan Sultans in the recently concluded Pakistan Super League (PSL 2024). Wahab Riaz gave a big statement after selecting the team Selection committee member and senior team manager Wahab Riaz said in a press release issued by the PCB that, “The decision to include Imad Wasim and Mohammad Amir was based on their availability for selection and the injury to Haris Rauf and the current form of Mohammad Nawaz. Was taken in view. “Both Aamir and Imad have the ability to win matches, and we are confident that they will continue to perform well.” Pakistan’s squad for T20I series against New Zealand Babar Azam (captain), Abrar Ahmed, Azam Khan, Fakhar Zaman, Iftikhar Ahmed, Imad Wasim, Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Aamir, Irfan Khan, Naseem Shah, Saeem Ayub, Shadab Khan, Shaheen Afridi, Usama Mir, Usman Khan , Zaman Khan. non traveling reserve, Hasibullah Khan, Mohammad Ali, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Ali Aga
Big change in Pakistan team before New Zealand series, PCB changed the entire coaching staff
He has a lot of experience in the role of head coach, having represented Pakistan in 164 matches, taking 162 wickets and scoring 2,421 runs. However, Pakistan is still searching for a permanent head coach. It seemed that Australian legend Shane Watson was interested in the role, but that has not happened yet. After the departure of Mickey Arthur and Grant Bradburn, Pakistan team does not have any full time coach. Complete list of Pakistan’s coaching team Wahab Riaz (Senior Team Manager), Mansoor Rana (Team Manager), Azhar Mahmood (Head Coach), Mohammad Yousuf (Batting Coach), Saeed Ajmal (Spin bowling Coach), Aftab Khan (Field Coach), Cliff Deacon (Physiotherapist), Drikus Simon (Strength and Conditioning Coach), Talha Butt (Analyst), Irtiza Komel (Security Manager), Raza Kitchlu (Media and Digital Manager), Zain Maqsood (Videographer), Dr. Khurram Sarwar (Doctor), and Mohammad Imran (Masseur).
Former PCB chief Zaka Ashraf’s big statement – ‘I had offered Babar Azam to remain the captain in red ball cricket’
After Cricket World Cup 2023, Babar had to leave the captaincy of Pakistan cricket team. Babar Azam (Photo Source: X/Twitter) Former Chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board, Zaka Ashraf has recently given a big statement saying that he had offered former captain Babar Azam to remain the captain in red ball cricket. However, after this Babar rejected this offer, and said that I would rather be removed from the captaincy position in every format than be the captain in one format. It is noteworthy that after Pakistan cricket team could not reach the playoffs in the ICC Cricket World 2023 held in India, Babar Azam had resigned from the captaincy of all three formats of Pakistan cricket team. But now news is coming that Pakistan Cricket Board wants Babar Azam to take command of the team again in white ball cricket by replacing Shaheen Afridi. Zaka Ashraf gave a big statement Let us tell you that Cricketpakistan.pk. Zaka Ashraf was quoted as saying about Babar Azam – I offered to keep Babar Azam as the captain for red ball cricket, but we wanted to appoint a new captain for white ball cricket. He responded by saying that if he was removed as captain in one format, he would step down from captaincy in all formats. Ashraf further said- After this I suggested him (Babar Azam) that you should focus more on playing as a player for the Pakistan cricket team. It was obviously clear that dealing with the pressure of captaincy was quite challenging for Babar Azam. On the other hand, if we give you information about Pakistan cricket team, it is going to host New Zealand cricket team in a five-match T20 series very soon. The first match of the series will be played in Rawalpindi on 18 April.
