Wasim Akram

Akram hails 'modern-day great' Starc on 100-Test milestone

Pakistan fast bowling legend Wasim Akram on Saturday hailed Australia's Mitchell Starc as a "modern-day great" for reaching 100 Test appearances.

Pakistan legend Wasim Akram praises his statue amid social media flak

Legendary Pakistan cricketer Wasim Akram saluted on Thursday the "effort" of the artist who created a statue of him that has spawned scorn on social media.

Akram, Shoaib question PCB’s no-show at CT presentation ceremony

The absence of PCB representatives was particularly glaring as ICC Chairman Jay Shah handed the coveted trophy to India’s victorious captain, Rohit Sharma, while BCCI President Roger Binny and secretary Devajit Saikia were present on the podium. This raised questions over whether PCB officials were deliberately sidelined or if internal board decisions led to their no-show.

'Looks like he’s here on vacation': Wasim Akram on Mahmudullah

Pakistan legend Wasim Akram has slammed Bangladesh veteran Mahmudullah for his performance against New Zealand in the Champions trophy game on Monday.

‘Poorer than Oman and USA’ – Akram blasts Pakistan bowlers after India defeat

Legendary Pakistan cricketer Wasim Akram blasted Pakistan after their six-wicket defeat to India in the ICC Champions Trophy Group A match yesterday, comparing the team’s bowling attack to associate nations like Oman and USA and calling for a massive overhaul in the team.

Akram lauds ‘miracle kid’ Pant’s comeback

What was to be a surprise visit to his mother in December 2022 went horribly wrong when the car Pant was driving on that fateful Friday morning hit a central divider, flipped over and caught fire.

Pakistan's Wasim Akram 'left embarrassed' after Bangladesh Test defeats

Pakistan cricket was reeling Wednesday after its first-ever Test defeats against Bangladesh, the latest in a string of poor performances which have seen the game hit rock bottom.

Wasim Akram rates Fizz lowest among four lefty pacers

One of the greatest pacers to have ever played the game, Pakistan’s Wasim Akram urged young bowlers to acquire the “mindset” to reach excellence through playing Test cricket.

Gambhir is the best candidate for India’s head coach role: Akram

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has invited applications for the next India head coach as Rahul Dravid's tenure will end after the 2024 T20 World Cup. 

June 3, 2016
June 3, 2016

Wasim Akram turns 50

The man who is recognized as one of the greatest fast bowlers in the history of cricket and ranked as the best bowler in one-day internationals of all time by Wisden reaches the 50-year milestone of his life today.

May 27, 2016
May 27, 2016

If I had to bowl at him, I will be worried: Wasim Akram on Virat Kohli

Regarded as one of the greatest fast bowlers in the history of the game and the holder of the world record for most wickets in List A cricket (881), Wasim Akram says in an interview that he would be concerned if he had to bowl at India’s batting genius Virat Kohli.

April 27, 2016
April 27, 2016

'Fizz has the same skills Wasim had'

Fearsome South Africa fast bowler Dale Steyn has joined the Mustafizur Rahman fan club, paying the Bangladeshi left-arm paceman perhaps the highest compliment that can be paid to left-handed pace bowlers. His latest Indian Premier League outing on Tuesday for

April 23, 2016
April 23, 2016

Shah Rukh Khan takes Kolkata Knight Riders to watch ‘Fan’

Shakib Al Hasan, Wasim Akram and Jaques Kallis among KKR stars who were given a private screening of Shah Rukh Khan's new movie, Fan.

March 3, 2016
March 3, 2016

Waqar laments Pakistan's 'sad story' exit

Amid the joyous tumult at the Shere Bangla National Stadium, there were a few quiet voices searching for answers.

November 5, 2015
November 5, 2015

Sachin Tendulkar of India and Australia spinner Shane Warne sell cricket to New Yorkers

Retired international cricketers will play T20 matches in two teams, Sachin’s Blasters and Warne’s Warriors in various venues across the United States of America.

October 20, 2015
October 20, 2015

Pakistan players could refuse to play World T20 in India due to security concerns: ICC President

Zaheer Abbas, International Cricket Council (ICC) President fears for Pakistan players' security during the World T20 in India next year.

August 31, 2015
August 31, 2015

How simple is spotting a no-ball?

Since it is considered to be the most minionly of an umpire's many minion tasks, checking no-balls is mistakenly assumed to be an easy job.

August 31, 2015
August 31, 2015

Man who fired at Wasim Akram apologises

The prime suspect involved in a road-rage shooting incident with former captain of Pakistan cricket team, Wasim Akram, has submitted a written apology to the cricket legend.

August 5, 2015
August 5, 2015

Pakistan cricketer Wasim Akram 'escapes gun attack'

Former Pakistan cricket captain Wasim Akram's car has been fired at in Karachi, the country's commercial capital. He escaped unhurt.