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Lahore, 9 November 2024: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has appointed Sumair Ahmad Syed as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO) following the Board of Governors’ approval during their 75th meeting, held at the National Cricket Academy under the chairmanship of Mohsin Naqvi.

Pakistan stands on the brink of a rare and historic One-Day International (ODI) series victory in Australia, a feat that has eluded them for decades. Following a resounding nine-wicket triumph over the world champions in Adelaide, Pakistan is prepared for the third and decisive match at Perth’s Optus Stadium on Sunday. Their ambitions are buoyed by a blend of explosive pace, skillful strategy, and momentum that has put Australia under immense pressure.

Sanju Samson etched his name in cricketing history by becoming the first Indian batter to score back-to-back centuries in men’s T20 internationals. The talented wicketkeeper-batsman delivered a breathtaking performance in the opening match against South Africa, showcasing his skill and power with a commanding display at Kingsmead.

Barbados, November 8, 2024 – West Indies pacer Alzarri Joseph has been handed a two-match suspension following an on-field altercation during the team’s victory over England in the third ODI in Barbados on Wednesday. The incident, which involved a disagreement between Joseph and captain Shai Hope over field placement, saw the pacer leave the field temporarily, causing the team to play one player short for an entire over.

November 8, 2024 – Pakistan’s ace pacer, Haris Rauf, delivered a blistering performance in the second One-Day International (ODI) against Australia, claiming five crucial wickets to decimate the Australian lineup and restrict them to a paltry 163 runs. Rauf’s remarkable spell, coupled with incisive contributions from fellow bowlers, left Australia reeling and underscored Pakistan’s formidable pace attack.

Australian cricket legend Ricky Ponting has advised Pakistan’s struggling batting ace, Babar Azam, on a path to recapture his lost form, especially in Test cricket. Ponting, renowned for his astute cricketing insights, pointed Babar to the example of Indian maestro Virat Kohli, who successfully rebounded from a prolonged slump after a strategic break from the game.

In a thrilling display of skill and determination, the West Indies triumphed over England to claim the ODI series, powered by a record-breaking century from Keacy Carty.

Josh Inglis has been named Australia’s stand-in captain for the upcoming T20I series against Pakistan. The 29-year-old wicket-keeper-batter earned the captaincy over seasoned players Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis, a testament to his recent form and rising influence within the squad.

Lahore, November 5, 2024: Rising star Mohammad Huraira has been named captain of the Pakistan Shaheens for the upcoming series against Sri Lanka ‘A,’ which includes two four-day matches and three 50-over games. The series will be held at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from November 11 to 29.