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"I haven’t set specific goals to displace Jamshed, Hafeez or Shehzad" : Khurram Manzoor
Khurram Manzoor is a right-handed opening batsman who has represented Pakistan in seven one-day internationals and seven Tests between 2008 and 2010, scoring six half-centuries.
Manzoor burst on to the domestic scene at the age of 16 after making an attacking 73 on his first-class debut in 2002, but struggled to establish himself. However, he returned in the 2004/5 season, scoring ...
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"I Want to be the best Bowler in the world" : Mitchell McClenaghan
Mitchell McClenaghan has had an outstanding start to his international career. Making his debut in New Zealand’s limited overs series during the 2012-13 tour of South Africa, he played a major hand in New Zealand’s series victory, including figures of 4/20 on debut.
The left-arm pace bowler was subsequently selected for New Zealand’s limited overs series against England earlier this summer, ...
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“We are reaching new heights as a team” : Sana Mir
Pakistan Women recorded a historic first win against England on Friday to draw the T20 series in Loughborough. Captain Sana Mir scored an unbeaten 31 in a crucial 55-run stand with Nain Abidi and also picked up the wicket of England opener Danielle Wyatt to help her side register a tense one-run victory. The match was part of Pakistan's ongoing ...
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"I have always batted for the team rather than for myself" : Umar Akmal
Widely regarded as one of Pakistan's most talented cricketers, 23 year old Umar Akmal hasn't quite lived up to the expectations and the hype surrounding him. Nearly four years since he made his international debut, Akmal has been in and out of the Pakistan side in all three formats and was recently left out of the squad for the Champions ...
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"It was a dream come true to represent Pakistan at the Beijing Olympics" : Kiran Khan
PakPassion is proud to present an exclusive interview with Pakistan’s Olympic swimmer and Tamgha-e-Imtiaz winner, Kiran Khan who is also one of the first international female swimmers for Pakistan, where she holds national records
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Youngsters must be given confidence: Inzamam-ul-Haq
Given the versatility and potency of their bowling attack, Pakistan were expected to mount a strong challenge at the Champions Trophy, but three extraordinarily poor batting performances left the bowlers with nothing to defend. Pakistan bowed out of the league stage with three defeats in as many matches, their batting in complete disarray with the sole exception of Misbah-ul-Haq, the ...
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"Misbah Should lead Pakistan at the 2015 World Cup" : Ramiz Raja
Ramiz Raja played 57 Tests for Pakistan and 198 One Day Internationals, scoring 11 centuries and 53 half-centuries between 1984 and 1997. An elegant opening batsmen, he was an integral member of the Pakistan limited overs team for over a decade and famously took the final catch in Pakistani cricket's crowning moment, the 1992 World Cup victory.
A former captain of ...
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"England are looking after the ball the best at the moment" : Dirk Nannes
Dirk Nannes made his debut for Australia in 2009 at the age of 33, just three years after making his first appearance in first-class cricket. A left-arm seam bowler capable of bowling with genuine pace, Nannes didn't appear to be destined to play cricket after he devoted a significant amount of time to skiing, going on to compete at World ...
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"Junaid Khan with the ball is like Virat Kohli with the bat" : Harsha Bhogle (With Audio)
Harsha Bhogle commentated in his first Test in 1985 and has since established himself as a household name in the world of cricket as a broadcaster, writer, journalist and television presenter.
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"I'd like to see India and Pakistan play against each other more often" : Aakash Chopra
Aakash Chopra represented India between 2003 and 2004, during a period now written into the folklore of Indian cricket. A gritty opening batsmen suited to occupying the crease, his tight technique protected the middle order from the new ball and allowed the illustrious middle order of Rahul Dravid, Sachin Tendulkar, VVS Laxman and Saurav Ganguly to express themselves.
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"Don't Underestimate Sri Lanka at the Champions Trophy" : Russel Arnold
Ex Sri Lankan Cricketer who played 44 Tests and 180 ODIs and is now a well known commentator - part of the commentary team for the Champions Trophy - Russel Arnold spoke exclusively to PakPassion.net about Sri Lanka's squad for the forthcoming ICC Champions Trophy, Sri Lanka's chances at the aforementioned event, Sri Lanka's ability to regularly produce world class ...
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“Pakistan are Favourites to Lift the Champions Trophy” : Paul Nixon
Known as being one of the most enthusiastic and vocal cricketers on the circuit, as well as one of the most dedicated - he retired at the age of 40 still one the fittest in his side – Nixon spoke to PakPassion.net about the upcoming Champions Trophy, the absence of Kevin Pietersen, Pakistan's chances, the India versus Pakistan clash, Chris ...
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"I am sure Pakistan will progress in tennis in the years to come": Aqeel Khan
PakPassion is proud to present an exclusive interview with Pakistan's No. 1 ranked player and Davis Cup winner, Aqeel Khan.
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"No Specific Plans against Saeed Ajmal" : Kevin O'Brien
Kevin O'Brien shares his thoughts on the upcoming series between Ireland and Pakistan. All-rounder O'Brien made his one-day international debut for Ireland in 2006, which was also Ireland's inaugural ODI.
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"Not Surprised at Gary Kirsten's Decision to Step Down as Coach" : Hashim Amla
With the Champions Trophy approaching, PakPassion.net caught up with the top order batsman, discussing a variety of topics including his early inspiration, his position as a role model, his thoughts on Gary Kirsten announcing his stepping down as South Africa's coach and South Africa's chances at the Champions Trophy.
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"I'm Confident that Pakistan can defeat India at the Champions Trophy" : Saeed Ajmal
In an exclusive interview with PakPassion.net Ajmal provides his opinion on the preparations for the Champions Trophy, the goals achieved during the camp in Abbottabad, speaks about Misbah-ul-Haq's captaincy, the IPL, provides an update on his academy in his home town Faisalabad and much more.
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"Consistency, not just Pace, is what Fast Bowlers Should Strive for" : Shane Bond
At the peak of his career, Shane Bond terrorised many an opposition batsman and was considered a worthy successor to New Zealand bowling legend - Sir Richard Hadlee. His fastest recorded delivery of 156.4 km/h in the 2003 World Cup would have sent danger signals to most batting lineups around the world and also marked him for greater heights of ...
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"I want to play for Pakistan for many years" : Sohaib Maqsood
Sohaib Maqsood has been in scintillating form this season, a run which has seen him emerge as an outsider for Pakistan’s Champions Trophy despite not being named in the PCB’s original 30-man squad.
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"Watching Shoaib Akhtar's Yorkers at Worcestershire was Brilliant" : Kabir Ali
PakPassion spoke to 32 year-old right arm pace bowler about his career to date, his hopes for the future and that over against South Africa.
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"Wahab Riaz is Wasting his Talent" : Aaqib Javed
Former Pakistan fast bowler and ex-national bowling coach who is currently working with the UAE team, Aaqib Javed spoke to PakPassion about Pakistan's fast bowling resources
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