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Time of India
18 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Ex-Pakistan Test team coach Jason Gillespie shares 'unusual' move by PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi
Jason Gillespie. (Photo by) Former Pakistan Test cricket coach Jason Gillespie has criticised Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi for his absence from a crucial team-building session called the Connection Camp held on September 23, 2024, despite being located in Lahore while other officials traveled from different continents to attend the meeting. The Connection Camp was organised by the PCB with the aim of enhancing communication, collaboration, and performance within the national team. Both Gillespie and white-ball coach Gary Kirsten travelled significant distances to participate in the session. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! "Gary came up with this great idea of a connection camp. Everyone in Pakistan cricket basically shared their experiences in that meeting. I flew in from Australia, Gary flew in from South Africa, the Chairman Mohsin Naqvi dialed in Zoom," Gillespie stated during a podcast appearance. Bombay Sport Exchange Ep. 6: Harish Thawani on cricket's TV market and the watershed moments Gillespie expressed his disappointment with Naqvi's decision to participate virtually rather than attending in person. "He is based in Lahore, but he did not come, while Gary came in from Africa. We both felt that the Chairman could not even drive 20 minutes to come here - that was a bit unusual," he added. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Use an AI Writing Tool That Actually Understands Your Voice Grammarly Install Now Undo The camp featured participation from several prominent Pakistani cricketers, including Babar Azam , Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Rizwan, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, Saud Shakeel, Shadab Khan, and Shan Masood. The PCB's Chief Operating Officer described the initiative as timely. Gillespie's criticism adds to the recent controversies surrounding PCB. The former Australian cricketer, who stepped down from his position as Pakistan's Test coach last year, highlighted the disparity between the commitment shown by international coaches and the local leadership.
Hindustan Times
20 hours ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Ex-Pakistan Test head coach Jason Gillespie takes brutal dig at PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi: ‘Gary came up with this…'
PCB have found itself in fresh controversy, with former Pakistan red-ball head coach Jason Gillespie taking a brutal dig at Mohsin Naqvi. The former Pakistan head coach alleged that the PCB chairman for absence from a key team-building session, known as the Connection Camp. Speaking on a podcast, Gillespie recalled that the work done by himself and white-ball coach Gary Kirsten to attend the camp, which was also initially by the latter, received a lack of engagament from Naqvi. 'Gary came up with this great idea of a connection camp. Everyone in Pakistan cricket basically shared their experiences in that meeting. I flew in from Australia, Gary flew in from South Africa, the Chairman Mohsin Naqvi dialed in Zoom,' he said. 'He is based in Lahore, but he did not come, while Gary came in from Africa. We both felt that the Chairman could not even drive 20 minutes to come here - that was a bit unusual,' he added. The camp was held by PCB on September 23, 2024, and its agenda was to improve communication, collaboration and performance among the national team. The participants in the camp were Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Rizwan, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, Saud Shakeel, Shadab Khan, and Shan Masood. Meanwhile, the camp was described as a timely initiative by PCB COO. Gillespie resigned as Pakistan Test coach last year.
Express Tribune
2 days ago
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Gillespie takes a dig at PCB Chief Naqvi
Jason Gillespie resigned as the national team's Test coach just days before the South Africa Test series last year. Photo: AFP/File Former Pakistan red-ball head coach Jason Gillespie has once again taken a dig at Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi for absence from a crucial team-building session, known as the "Connection Camp." Speaking on The Howie Games podcast, Gillespie recounted the efforts made by himself and white-ball head coach Gary Kirsten to attend the campinitiated by Kirstenonly to find a noticeable lack of engagement from the top PCB official. "Gary came up with this great idea of a connection camp. Everyone in Pakistan cricket basically shared their experiences in that meeting. I flew in from Australia, Gary flew in from South Africa, the Chairman Mohsin Naqvi dialed in Zoom," said Gillespie. "He is based in Lahore, but he did not come, while Gary came in from Africa. We both felt that the Chairman could not even drive 20 minutes to come here - that was a bit unusual." he added. The Pakistan Cricket Board held the camp on September 23, 2024, with the aim of improving communication, collaboration, and performance among the national team. The session featured eight senior players, including Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Rizwan, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, Saud Shakeel, Shadab Khan, and Shan Masood. PCB Chief Operating Officer Salman Naseer had described the camp as a timely initiative ahead of a packed cricketing calendar, with its primary objective being the development of a unified vision and mission for the national team. It is pertinent to mention that the former Australian pacer resigned as the national team's Test coach just days before the South Africa Test series last year. Bowlers surge in rankings Pakistan bowlers have made significant gains in the latest ICC T20I rankings, thanks to their impressive performances in recent international fixtures. In the bowling rankings, Pakistan pacers Haris Rauf and Abbas Afridi have surged forward, both occupying the joint 18th position with 605 rating points. Left-arm speedster Shaheen Afridi has also moved up, now holding the 35th spot with 552 points. Pakistan's T20I vice-captain Shadab Khan climbed to 58th place in the rankings, alongside spinner Abrar Ahmed, both earning 476 points. However, young bowlers Naseem Shah and Sufiyan Muqeem have slipped in the standings, now placed at 92nd and 95th positions with 407 and 406 points, respectively. New Zealand's Jacob Duffy currently leads the T20I bowling charts, while England's Adil Rashid has claimed the second spot, pushing India's Varun Chakaravarthy down to third. In the T20I batting rankings, Pakistan's star duo Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan have retained their 12th and 13th positions, respectively. Wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Haris also holds firm at the 30th spot. However, emerging middle-order batter Hasan Nawaz has slipped to 46th place, while Saim Ayub has dropped to 62nd. Pakistan T20I captain (name omitted in original text) has fallen two spots to 76th with 430 rating points, and Fakhar Zaman has slipped one place to 87th. Australia's Travis Head continues to dominate the T20I batting rankings, followed by India's Abhishek Sharma in second. England's Phil Salt has dropped to fourth place, as young Indian batter Tilak Varma rises to third.
Globe and Mail
17-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Globe and Mail
Orchid Isle Dance Announces Connection Camp in Hawaii: Adventure Travel for the Social Dancer
Honolulu, Hawaii--(Newsfile Corp. - March 17, 2025) - This March, a three-week intensive zouk training with zouk superstars Iago & Ninna is happening on Hawai'i island. Connection Camp, hosted by Orchid Isle Dance, is an immersive retreat taking place from March 24 - April 11 at Orchid Isle Manor, complete with Color Splash Holi Dance Welcome Party. This is not just a dance event, it's a deep dive into movement, creativity, and self-expression. Participants will step into a world where music fuels transformation, dance fosters connection, and artFull living weaves it all together. Orchid Isle Dance Announces Connection Camp in Hawaii: Adventure Travel for the Social Dancer To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Dance, Play, and Connect With top Brazilian Zouk instructors guiding the way, dancers will move through intensive training, soulful partner work, and nightly socials. Then, on March 26, the Holi Dance Party bursts onto the scene in a riot of color. Inspired by the Indian festival of Holi, this event blends movement with vibrant powders, celebratory energy, and a sense of pure joy. This is just the beginning. The first week of Connection Camp unfolds as a transformative journey, where dance, art, and cultural immersion come together. From Zouk training to thermal therapy, art journaling to moonlit walks, every experience is designed to awaken creativity and deepen self-awareness. Join the Experience Whether attending for the dance, resetting into wellness, or the chance to connect with like-minded souls, this experience promises to ignite creativity. The event trains in Brazilian zouk social partner dancing 3-4 hours daily, have morning yoga & fitness classes, lunar art journaling with professional artist Star Bolton, daily excursions to beaches & waterfalls, and cultural activities like learning lomilomi massage, lei making, etc. Star has cultivated more than just a retreat center; she has created a living, breathing canvas where transformation unfolds. Solo and partner passes or group passes are available. 5 day or 3-week options. Social: Company Details Organization: Orchid Isle Dance Contact Person Name: Star Bolton Website: Email: aloha@ City: Honolulu State: Hawaii Country: United States To view the source version of this press release, please visit
