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Express Tribune
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
HBL PSL X: Lahore Qalandars opt to bat against Islamabad United in second Eliminator
Listen to article Lahore Qalandars won the toss and elected to bat against defending champions Islamabad United in the second Eliminator of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) on Friday in Lahore. Both teams are eyeing their fourth final of the tournament, with the winner set to face Quetta Gladiators in the trophy match on Sunday. The Qalandars have made one change to their playing XI, bringing in Rishad Hossain in place of Zaman Khan. On the other hand, Islamabad United made three changes as Haider Ali, Tymal Mills, and Muhammad Shahzad come in place of Ghazi Ghori, Alex Hales, and Ben Dwarshuis. Islamabad United: Shadab Khan (Captain), Sahibzada Farhan, Rassie van der Dussen, Haider Ali, Agha Salman, James Neesham, Imad Wasim, Tymal Mills, Naseem Shah, Muhammad Shahzad, Salman Irshad. Lahore Qalandars: Shaheen Afridi (Captain), Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Naeem, Abdullah Shafique, +Kusal Perera, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Asif Ali, Shakib Al Hasan, Haris Rauf, Rishad Hossain, Salman Mirza.
Hans India
22-05-2025
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- Hans India
PSL 2025: Rishad Hossain rejoins Lahore Qalandars squad ahead of eliminator clash
Lahore: Bangladesh spinner Rishad Hossain has rejoined Lahore Qalandars ahead of their eliminator clash against Karachi Kings in the PSL, scheduled for Thursday in Lahore. Rishad was in Sharjah on Wednesday, where he featured in the third and final T20I of the Bangladesh-UAE series. He played in two of the three matches, with UAE clinching the series 2-1 in Sharjah. He was among several overseas players who temporarily moved out of Pakistan earlier this month when the PSL was suspended due to border tensions. With Rishad's return, Qalandars now boast a trio of Bangladeshi spinners, including Shakib Al Hasan - who has played one match - and Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who joined the squad a few days ago. Rishad has already played five matches for Qalandars this season, picking up nine wickets at an average of 16.44. However, he struggled during the UAE series, taking three wickets at a high cost. Qalandars now face some tricky selection decisions, especially in their bowling unit, which features a wide range of options. While Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf lead the pace attack, the choice among the three spinners will be one to watch. Rishad will be available for the remainder of Qalandars' PSL campaign, as the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has extended his No Objection Certificate (NOC) from May 22 to May 25. Bangladesh begin their T20I series against Pakistan on May 28 in Lahore, while the PSL final is set for May 25. On Wednesday, Bangladesh pacer Nahid Rana and two key members of the coaching staff withdrew from the upcoming T20I tour against Pakistan, citing security concerns, just days before the team's scheduled departure. The BCB confirmed that fielding coach James Pamment and strength and conditioning coach Nathan Kiely will not travel with the squad, as the team prepares for a three-match series in Lahore on May 28, 30 and 31.
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
'I'm glad to ... ': Tom Curran breaks silence on 'crying like a child' claim amid India-Pakistan tensions
(Photo Credit: Tom Curran Instagram) NEW DELHI: England all-rounder Tom Curran has finally addressed the viral reports claiming he 'cried like a child' at the airport amid the recent India-Pakistan tensions that disrupted international cricket schedules , including the Pakistan Super League (PSL). The claims, sparked by comments from Bangladesh's Rishad Hossain, gained traction across media and social platforms, painting a dramatic picture of Curran's alleged emotional breakdown. Taking to Instagram Stories, Curran broke his silence in a calm and composed manner. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo 'I'm glad to see things resuming, and I pray for continued peace between two very special countries,' he wrote, referring to the de-escalation of the situation. In a humorous tone, he added, 'Btw promise, I didn't cry; was ready,' playfully dismissing the claims. The controversy began when Rishad, in an interview with Cricbuzz, stated that Tom Curran was seen crying uncontrollably at the airport when flights were suspended, and that it took 'two or three people to calm him down.' He also alleged that New Zealand's Daryl Mitchell vowed not to return to Pakistan due to the incident. However, facing backlash and realising the gravity of his words, Rishad Hossain later issued a formal apology. 'A recent comment I made has been misrepresented, creating a false perception. It lacked context and unintentionally overstated the emotions involved,' he said. IPL 2025: The unsung heroes of India's T20 league 'I sincerely regret any misunderstanding and have offered an unconditional apology to both Daryl Mitchell and Tom Curran.' With tensions easing and the PSL resuming on May 17, starting with the clash between Karachi Kings and Peshawar Zalmi — the focus now shifts back to cricket. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Express Tribune
11-05-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
PCB, BCB discuss BD tour of Pak
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has confirmed that it is in "active and ongoing discussions" with their Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) counterparts regarding the upcoming white-ball tour of Pakistan later this month. The development comes late of Saturday, where the officials emphasised that the safety and security of its players and support staff remain its top priority. "The BCB wishes to reiterate that the safety and security of its players and support staff remain the Board's highest priority," an official statement on Saturday said. "All decisions concerning the tour will be made with careful consideration of the current situation in Pakistan, ensuring they align with the best interests of the team and Bangladesh cricket," the statement added. The Bengal Tigers are scheduled to play five T20Is in Lahore and Faisalabad. Their arrival is expected on May 21, while the series is expected to commence from May 25. However, escalating tensions along the India-Pakistan border have cast uncertainty over the tour. This also resulting in postponement of both the Pakistan Super League and the India Premier League. The Bangladesh team is set to travel to Dubai later this week as part of their tour preparations. Meanwhile, Bangladesh cricketers Rishad Hossain and Nahid Rana — who were involved in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 before it was postponed indefinitely — returned home on Friday. Rishad, who represented Lahore Qalandars, and Rana, who played for Peshawar Zalmi, arrived in Dhaka on Friday evening. They are expected to depart for the UAE along with the rest of the Bangladesh squad on Wednesday. Given Bangladesh's upcoming international commitments, it is unlikely that the duo will rejoin the PSL if it resumes in the near future. The series between Bangladesh and Pakistan now hangs in the balance as uncertainty looms. According to sources, the remaining PSL matches are likely to be held in Rawalpindi, pending a formal announcement of a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. PSL authorities have advised franchises to keep their overseas players in Dubai and asked local players to remain ready for action. Efforts are reportedly underway to gather all six teams in Islamabad, with Rawalpindi being considered the frontrunner to host the remainder of the tournament. The BCB had already announced its squad on May 4 for the five-match T20I series, which included both the UAE and Pakistan legs of the tour. Litton Das was named captain, with off-spinner Mahedi Hasan appointed as vice-captain. Bangladesh squad for T20Is in UAE and Pakistan: Litton Das (c), Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain, Soumya Sarkar, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali, Rishad Hossain, Mahedi Hasan (vice-capt), Tanvir Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nahid Rana and Shoriful Islam 'I would like to play' Bangladesh spinner Rishad Hossain, 21, who was representing Lahore Qalandars in his maiden overseas franchise stint, discussed his concerns and potential participation in PSL 10 as tensions between India and Pakistan escalated. He admitted that if the PSL resumes, he would approach his participation with caution. "If the tournament resumes, I would like to play," he said. "But yes, the fear will remain." Rishad, along with pacer Nahid Rana, returned to Dhaka on Saturday after the PSL was temporarily halted following reports of an incident near the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium and growing fears among foreign players. "We heard about the situation, and yes, we were a bit scared," Rishad told reporters at the airport. "Everyone supported usfrom the team management to the BCB. They were constantly checking in." The leg-spinner also shared how he tried to reassure his teammates during the tense period. "Nahid Rana was a bit shaken and remained quiet. I kept telling him not to worry, that we were together. And of course, Allah is with us," he said.
India Gazette
11-05-2025
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- India Gazette
BCB involved in
Dhaka [Bangladesh], May 11 (ANI): The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is involved in 'active and ongoing discussions' with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) regarding their scheduled white-ball tour to the country this month. This comes amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan. Bangladesh is scheduled to compete in a five T20 series against Pakistan in Lahore from May 21 onwards at Lahore and Faisalabad, but the Indo-Pak tensions have raised doubts over the series, as per ESPNCricinfo. In a statement, BCB said, 'The BCB wishes to reiterate that the safety and security of its players and support staff remain the Board's highest priority,' an official statement on Saturday said, as quoted by ESPNCricinfo. 'All decisions concerning the tour will be made with careful consideration of the current situation in Pakistan, ensuring they align with the best interests of the team and Bangladesh cricket,' the statement added. The Bangladesh team will be travelling to Dubai later this week to play the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in two T20Is. Bangladesh players Rishad Hossain and Nishad Rana, who were taking part in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), which is now indefinitely suspended, returned home on Friday. Rishad (team Lahore Qalandars) and Rana (Peshawar Zalmi) arrived on Friday in Dhaka and will leave with the remainder of the Bangladesh squad for the UAE on Wednesday. In case PSL resumes soon, it is not likely that the pair will make their return to the tournament, keeping in mind Bangladesh's upcoming international commitments. (ANI)
