Waugh warns Australia to beware ´behemoth´ West Indies line-up
Led by flamboyant opener Chris Gayle, who thumped 50 runs off 34 balls, the West Indies wasted little time polishing off Pakistan by seven wickets after bowling them out for 105 in their first match. "The West Indies will provide a more realistic gauge on how the team are tracking, for they possess a squad full of match winners ...
Afghan player Hamid Hassan faces an injury scare
After the hit, the fast bowler lay on the ground on his back for a little bit, before walking off and continuing the practice indicating that it was nothing too serious for the team.
Pakistan break 23-year-old World Cup record
Pakistan scored 69 runs without losing a wicket during the first ten overs, after being asked to bat first by England in their second match of 2019 World Cup.
Shahid Afridi sends his best wishes to the Pakistan team
Shahid Afridi stated that ?I?m fully confident in our team and their capabilities & truly believe they can go on to win this World Cup.?? The former captain further added and advised that "Early games are crucial in building confidence and momentum", therefore it's important to do well in today's match.
Early World Cup wins ‘crucial’ for building momentum, says Afridi
Early games are crucial in building up confidence & momentum; we should strive for a win against England today,? tweeted Afridi. After losing their first game of the tournament against West Indies, Sarfraz-led side will face England today.
Geo Super poll: 62% fans think Pakistan will beat England
Geo Super conducted a poll on its Twitter page asking fans who they think will win today's World Cup clash between Pakistan and England.
World Cup: Pakistan bat as Shoaib, Asif join against England
It?s a big tournament, so as long as we learn from our mistakes and we move on, it?s better for us,? said Pakistan?s bowling coach, Azhar Mahmood. Shoaib Malik, Asif Ali joined the squad in place of Haris Sohail and Imad Wasim, whereas, Mark Wood comes in place of Liam Plunkett for England. Jason Roy, Jonny Bairstow, Joe Root, ...
Pak vs Eng: England win toss, opt to bowl against Pakistan
After the toss, Pakistan skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed said his side was thinking about the short ball issue. "We don?t want to think much about losses in the past we are heading in this match with a positive mindset," Sarfaraz said. England captain Eoin Morgan said the pitch looked really good, adding Liam Plunkett was out and Mark Wood included ...
Australia Shutting Out World Cup Boo-boys
Bristol, United Kingdom, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - APP - 2nd Jun, 2019 ):Australia launched their World Cup campaign with an efficient victory over Afghanistan -- and appeared totally unfazed by the hostile reception given to Steve Smith and David Warner. A seven-wicket win in Bristol against the 10th-ranked nation in one-day international cricket on Saturday set the ...
World Cup 2019: Malik, Asif likely to play against England
As per reports, veteran batsman Malik and aggressive middle order batsman Asif Ali would be joining the team, in place of Imad Wasim and Haris Sohail. Talking about the upcoming encounter against England, the national side?s bowling coach Azhar Mahmood said that the match wouldn?t ?be easy?. ?They?ve played in England, so they have enough experience and motivation to ...
World Cup 2019: What are fans saying ahead of Pakistan vs England clash?
Pakistan were crushed by West Indies in their opening fixture of the World Cup 2019 on Friday, and the team will be feeling the pressure of expectations when it takes on hosts and favourites England at Trent Bridge today.
South Africa's Ngidi ruled out for up to 10 days, Amla due back
LONDON: South Africa pace bowler Lungi Ngidi will be sidelined for up to 10 days after suffering a hamstring strain in Sunday?s World Cup defeat against Bangladesh, but Hashim Amla is expected to face India on Wednesday. Ngidi limped off the Oval pitch after bowling just four overs in Bangladesh?s innings and Proteas team doctor Mohammed Moosajee revealed he ...
Pak vs Eng: Skipper Sarfraz vows ‘good show’ from team today
Sarfaraz Ahmed-led side suffered a harrowing start after its batting line crumbled to 105 run against the short pitched deliveries of Windies and their vulnerability against such bowling tactics would be tested against England, boosting the likes of speedster Jofra Archer. For Pakistan to have any chance against the top ranked ODI side of the world, the team would ...
Azhar Mahmood says Pakistan are fully prepared to face England's short ball
?I thought we mixed our pace really well when we played England at Headingley last month and we?ve got bowlers who can do the same thing to their batters too.? Azhar, who played three World Cups for Pakistan, knows English cricket well after long spells with Surrey and Kent. He admits the hosts ? convincing winners over South Africa in ...
Archer can take wickets at any stage of match: Pietersen
The addition of Jofra Archer in the side allows England to pick up wickets at any stage of an innings during the World Cup, former captain Kevin Pietersen has said. Archer?s World Cup debut, where he picked up three wickets in England?s 104-run victory over South Africa, was among the early tournament highlights after he was fast-tracked into the ...
Ramiz Raja’s advice for Pakistan team ahead of England match
NOTTINGHAM: Former Pakistan captain and commentator Ramiz Raja believes fielding holds the utmost importance as Pakistan head into their second clash of the World Cup 2019 against England at Trent Bridge, Nottingham on Monday. Ramiz, speaking on the sidelines of Pakistan team?s training session at Trent Bridge, said, ? One thing Pakistan can do is to field well. One ...
Fast bowling is an 'X-factor', says Kiwi quick Ferguson
CARDIFF: New Zealand speedster Lockie Ferguson believes fast bowling, like leg-spin, is an "X-factor" in one-day cricket and will play a crucial role in the World Cup. But remind the 27-year-old Ferguson of his ability to clock speeds up to 96 mph (154 kph) and being among the top quick guns around the world, the Auckland-born bowler turns humble. ...
Pakistan vs England: Head to head
England crushed South Africa by 104 runs in the inaugural match of the mega event at The Oval, London on May 30, whereas Pakistan suffered a humiliating seven-wicket defeat by West Indies at Trent Bridge, Nottingham on May 31. On the other hand, England have played 733 ODIs, won 368 and lost 330, while eight matches were tied and ...
World Cup 2019: Pakistan likely to include Malik, Asif against England
NOTTINGHAM (Dunya News) ? Out-of-form Pakistan are all set to lock horns with favorites England in the ICC Cricket World Cup on Monday at the Trent Bridge, Nottingham. ?Pakistan played close matches against England in the recently concluded series, and scored 1,370 runs while England posted 1,430 runs during the four ODI matches. The team lost first match in ...
Haider, Rohail star as Pakistan U19 take unbeatable 3-1 lead against Bangladesh
LAHORE (Web Desk) ? Opener Haider Ali and captain Rohail Nazir stroked excellent half-centuries as Pakistan U19 defeated Sri Lanka U19 by seven wickets in the fourth 50-over match to take an unbeatable 3-1 lead in Hambantota on Sunday. Haider Ali returned undefeated on 93, while Rohail continued his rich run of form when he was run-out for 69 ...
