Shoaib Akhtar at his Best
Shoaib Akhtar announces retirement
Tuesday 12 April 2011
Shoaib Malik
Shoaib Malik biography
Shoaib Malik (born 1 February 1982 in Sialkot) is a Pakistan cricketer. He made his One-Day International debut in 1999 against the West Indies and his Test debut in 2001 against Bangladesh. He started his career as just an off spinner, and is now regarded as a useful bowling all-rounder with a batting average in the mid 30s in both Test and ODI cricket. Malik is regarded as a flexible player. He is capable of hitting big shots but is also capable of rotating the strike with good placement. He has a strike rate of 77.23 runs per 100 balls, which compares favourably to players such as Rahul Dravid and Inzamam ul-Haq. His most brazen display of \"power hitting\" came in 2003 against South Africa when he scored 82 from 41 balls. As is required of most modern players he also has displayed good defensive batting at times. He has taken over 100 ODI wickets at an average under 35 and economy rate below 4.5. His bowling action has come under scrutiny (particularly his doosra) but he has had elbow surgery to correct this. In Tests, he has a better batting average against Sri Lanka and South Africa than other nations. In ODIs he has a better batting average against India, South Africa, and the West Indies than his overall career average. During his Test career, Malik has batted at 5 different positions and he has the unusual record of batting at every position except 11th in ODIs. Pakistan's problems in finding a reliable opening pair have led to Malik being used as an opener in Test and ODI matches.
Shoaib Malik (born 1 February 1982 in Sialkot) is a Pakistan cricketer. He made his One-Day International debut in 1999 against the West Indies and his Test debut in 2001 against Bangladesh. He started his career as just an off spinner, and is now regarded as a useful bowling all-rounder with a batting average in the mid 30s in both Test and ODI cricket. Malik is regarded as a flexible player. He is capable of hitting big shots but is also capable of rotating the strike with good placement. He has a strike rate of 77.23 runs per 100 balls, which compares favourably to players such as Rahul Dravid and Inzamam ul-Haq. His most brazen display of \"power hitting\" came in 2003 against South Africa when he scored 82 from 41 balls. As is required of most modern players he also has displayed good defensive batting at times. He has taken over 100 ODI wickets at an average under 35 and economy rate below 4.5. His bowling action has come under scrutiny (particularly his doosra) but he has had elbow surgery to correct this. In Tests, he has a better batting average against Sri Lanka and South Africa than other nations. In ODIs he has a better batting average against India, South Africa, and the West Indies than his overall career average. During his Test career, Malik has batted at 5 different positions and he has the unusual record of batting at every position except 11th in ODIs. Pakistan's problems in finding a reliable opening pair have led to Malik being used as an opener in Test and ODI matches.
Shoaib Malik
Shoaib Malik 125 v India Asia Cup 2008
Monday 11 April 2011
Abdul Razzaq biography
Abdul Razzaq
Full name Abdul Razzaq
Born December 2, 1979, Lahore, Punjab
Current age 31 years 41 days
Major teams Pakistan, Asia XI, Hampshire, Hampshire 2nd XI, Hyderabad Heroes, ICL Pakistan XI, Khan Research Labs, Lahore, Lahore Lions, Middlesex, Pakistan International Airlines, Surrey, Worcestershire
Also known as Abdur Razzaq
Batting style Right-hand bat
Bowling style Right-arm fast-medium
Profile:
Abdul Razzaq was once rapid enough to open the bowling and remains composed enough to bat anywhere, though he is discovering that the lower-order suits him nicely. His bowling – the reason he was first noticed – is characterised by a galloping approach, accuracy, and reverse-swing. But it is his batting that is more likely to win matches. He boasts a prodigious array of strokes and is particularly strong driving through cover and mid-off off both front and back foot. He has two gears: block or blast. Cut off the big shots and Razzaq gets bogged down, although patience is his virtue as he demonstrated in a match-saving fifty against India in Mohali in 2005. Just prior to that he had also played a bewilderingly slow innings in Australia, scoring four runs in over two hours. When the occasion demands it though, as ODIs often do, he can still slog with the best of them: England were pillaged for a 22-ball 51 at the end of 2005. and then again for nearly 60 runs in the last three overs of an ODI in September the following year.
Full name Abdul Razzaq
Born December 2, 1979, Lahore, Punjab
Current age 31 years 41 days
Major teams Pakistan, Asia XI, Hampshire, Hampshire 2nd XI, Hyderabad Heroes, ICL Pakistan XI, Khan Research Labs, Lahore, Lahore Lions, Middlesex, Pakistan International Airlines, Surrey, Worcestershire
Also known as Abdur Razzaq
Batting style Right-hand bat
Bowling style Right-arm fast-medium
Profile:
Abdul Razzaq was once rapid enough to open the bowling and remains composed enough to bat anywhere, though he is discovering that the lower-order suits him nicely. His bowling – the reason he was first noticed – is characterised by a galloping approach, accuracy, and reverse-swing. But it is his batting that is more likely to win matches. He boasts a prodigious array of strokes and is particularly strong driving through cover and mid-off off both front and back foot. He has two gears: block or blast. Cut off the big shots and Razzaq gets bogged down, although patience is his virtue as he demonstrated in a match-saving fifty against India in Mohali in 2005. Just prior to that he had also played a bewilderingly slow innings in Australia, scoring four runs in over two hours. When the occasion demands it though, as ODIs often do, he can still slog with the best of them: England were pillaged for a 22-ball 51 at the end of 2005. and then again for nearly 60 runs in the last three overs of an ODI in September the following year.
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Umar Gul biography
Umar Gul
(born 15 October 1984 in Peshawar) is a Pakistani cricketer who has played ten Test matches and 25 One Day Internationals for Pakistan as a specialist fast bowler. However, injury has prevented him from a long international career, as he was out of cricket for an entire season after his international debut. Gul was first called up for the team in April 2003, playing four one-day matches at the Cherry Blossom Sharjah Cup against Zimbabwe, Kenya and Sri Lanka, where he took four wickets, and he was in and out of the one-day team after that tournament. However, he played the whole of the 2003�04 home series against Bangladesh, making his Test debut and taking 15 wickets in the three Tests, and took the second-most wickets of any Pakistani bowler in the series, behind Shabbir Ahmed with 17. However, Shoaib Akhtar, who took 13 in third place, only played two of the Tests. Gul was retained for the ODIs against Bangladesh, taking a List A best five for 17 in nine overs in the third match, and ended with 11 wickets in the 5�0 series win. However, he could still not command a regular spot, playing three of Pakistan's nine next ODIs before finally getting dropped after one for 36 against New Zealand. He played two Tests after that, however, taking four wickets in a drawn Test against New Zealand before coming in as replacement for Shabbir Ahmed in the second Test of the three-Test series against India. After coming on as first-change bowler, Gul dismissed Virender Sehwag with his second over, and then bowled unchanged for 12 overs either side of lunch to take five Indian top order wickets - including Rahul Dravid and Sachin Tendulkar, who both had Test batting averages above 50, as did Sehwag. Gul finished with five for 31 in his spell, earning him commendation from Cricinfo journalist Dileep Premachandran, who praised his \"control of line and length\", and he was also named Man of the Match despite conceding runs at five an over in the second innings in a nine-wicket win. However, Gul was then ruled out of the third Test with a back injury which kept him out of cricket for an entire year. He returned to play two games at the 2004�05 Twenty20 Cup, and played some matches for Pakistan A and a Pakistan XI in warm-up games before the Test matches against England the following season, but he was not selected for the matches and has instead played three matches with Peshawar at the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy. Gul was selected in Pakistan squad for the 2006 tour of England as a replacement to the injured Shoaib Akhtar. Gul had signed a one year contract with Gloucestershire to play in 2007, but the Pakistan Cricket Board failed to give them their permission. Gul appeared in all three of Pakistan's group matches in the 2007 World Cup taking four wickets with an economy rate of 3.13, only Shane Bond of those to deliver 100 balls was more economical. He also appeared in all of Pakistan's matches at the 2007 ICC World Twenty20 taking 3/15 of 4 overs in the semi-final victory over New Zealand. He took three wickets in the final to finish as the tournament's leading wicket-taker. In February 2008, Gul signed with the Indian Premier League and was drafted by Shahrukh Khan's Kolkata Knight Riders franchise for US $150,000. He played in six matches, taking 12 wickets at an average of 15.33, including a player of the match award in Kolkata's final game in which Gul took 4-23 and scored 24 runs from 11 balls. In December 2008 Gul signed with the Western Warriors to compete in the Australian domestic 2008-09 KFC Twenty20 Big Bash tournament. He performed very well in his debut match for the Warriors, taking 4 wickets for 15 runs in a losing side.
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Kamran Akmal biography
Kamran Akmal
Personal information
Full name Kamran Akmal
Born 13 January 1982 (1982-01-13) (age 29)
Lahore, Pakistan
Batting style Right hand bat
Role Wicketkeeper/Batsman
International information
National side Pakistan
Test debut (cap 172) 9 November 2002 v Zimbabwe
Last Test 26 August 2010 v England
ODI debut (cap 143) 23 November 2002 v Zimbabwe
Last ODI 21 June 2010 v Bangladesh
Career statistics
Competition Tests ODI T20I
Matches 53 130 38
Runs scored 2,648 2,772 704
Batting average 30.79 27.44 23.46
100s/50s 6/12 5/9 0/5
Top score 158* 124 73
Catches/stumpings 184/22 129/21 17/28
Source: Cricinfo, 12 September 2010
Kamran Akmal (Urdu: کامران اکمل, born 13 January 1982 in Lahore) is a Pakistani cricketer who has played Tests, ODIs and T20Is for Pakistan as a wicket-keeper.
Contents [hide]
1 International career
2 Match fixing allegations
3 Wicket-keeping
4 Personal life
5 IPL career
6 Test centuries
7 ODI Centuries
8 References
9 External links
[edit] International careerHe is a quick-scoring batsman and a wicket-keeper, who has achieved 6 centuries in Test innings. However, his first century was vital - his 109 from the number eight position at Mohali, coming in with Pakistan in a lead of 39 against India in the first Test, ensured that the visitors could draw the match. His form against the touring English in 2005 made him one of the most important players in the team. Naturally, he is a batsman that plays lower down the order but has sometimes opened in both Test and One-day cricket. As an opener he has scored two back to back centuries in ODIs against England. Coming in lower down the order in Test matches, he played one memorable innings. He saved Pakistan from a score of 39/6, scoring a century, to a competitive 245 which helped Pakistan win the match and the series.
His batting was highly productive in early 2006 as he scored seven international hundreds within the space of 6 months. Since his tour of England in Summer 2006 however his batting form dwindled and steadily become worse. His wicket-keeping also worsened and dropped many catches on both the England tour and on a tour to South Africa in early 2007. He then scored an international hundred in the Bangladeshi tour of Pakistan in 2008.
Akmal was dropped for the Asia Cup 2008 as a result of his poor wicket-keeping. He was replaced by Sarfraz Ahmed who performed very well at the domestic level and also because of Sarfraz's strong showing in the U-19 World Cup. Akmal was named in the 30 man probable squad for the 2008 ICC Champions Trophy.
Akmal was part of the Pakistan team that won the T20 World Cup in 2009. He was notable for his quick stumpings, dismissing 4 batsmen in one match against Netherlands.
On 12 November 2008, Akmal hit two consecutive 6s in the last over. As a result Pakistan won the first ODI in Abu Dhabi against West Indies.
On 17 July 2010, Akmal was appointed the vice-captain of the Pakistani test squad but later removed because of his alleged involvement in spot fixing.[1]
[edit] Match fixing allegationsIn the 2nd Test match on the 2009-10 tour of Australia, Akmal dropped four catches in the Australian innings, three of those coming from Michael Hussey. Hussey went on to score 134* and was involved in a massive 9th wicket partnership stand of 133 runs with Peter Siddle. Pakistan eventually went on to lose the match by 36 runs, after being dismissed for just 139 in the second innings. Later it was alleged that he, along with pace bowler Rana Naved-ul-Hasan were involved in match fixing, and were questioned by Pakistan Cricket Board and subsequently dropped for the twenty20 series against England.[2]
In early September 2010 The International Cricket Council sent an official notice to Pakistan wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal telling him that he is under investigation for allegedly fixing the Sydney Test.[1] For the subsequent series against South Africa in October 2010 Akmal had an operation to remove his appendix and was unavailable for the limited-overs squad. Akmal was able to recover from the operation to participate in the two-match test series but Zulqarnain Haider was selected ahead of him [3] Another reason also emerged that Kamran Akmal, Shoaib Malik, Umar Amin and Yasir Hameed were not selected for the tour due to the fact that suspicions were raised that they were involved with the spot-fixing scandal that included Salman Butt, Mohammad Amir and Mohammad Asif. Another player Wahab Riaz was under investigation for fixing but the ICC had interrogated him and he was no longer part of the investigation therefore he was allowed to take part on the tour of South Africa that included two Twenty20 Internationals, five ODI matches and two Test matches. Though this has not been confirmed by the board, it is believed that the reason they were not picked was that the suspicion had not been cleared.[4] The ICC confirmed that Akmal had been barred from entering the team. Once his investigation was completed he was available for national selection.[5]
[edit] Wicket-keepingKamran Akmal has been constantly criticized for his lack of consistent wicket-keeping. After another horrendous series behind the stumps against Sri Lanka in January 2009 journalists and former players called for his removal from the national team.[6] His wicket-keeping steadily improved, with a very strong showing in the 2009 T20 World Cup, including a world-record performance of four stumpings in a single match against the Netherlands. However during the second test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground he dropped four catches, including three chances from Michael Hussey in one session on Day 4. Hussey went on to score a match winning century with the Pakistan team losing in a shock result after dominating the first three days of play.[7][8] He was subsequently dropped for the third test, being replaced by Sarfraz Ahmed. After this tour Akmal saw a steady improvement in his wicket-keeping for the 2010 ICC World Twenty20, 2010 Asia Cup and against Australia in July 2010 however the next test series against England saw Akmal drop three easy catches and miss a stumping. The match as a consolation saw Akmal take a superb catch of Kevin Pietersen before dropping a catch on the very next ball against Paul Collingwood. In the first innings Akmal dropped a catch of Eoin Morgan when he was on 23 who then went on to score 130.[9] Despite having another keeper, Zulqarnain Haider, in the squad, Pakistani captain Salman Butt announced it was too early in the series as only one match had been played to decide the fate of Kamran Akmal.[10] However the team decided to give him a break and placed in reserve-keeper Zulqarnain Haider; Haider scored a match-saving and valiant 88 in the second innings. However a finger injury ruled him out for the fourth test and the rest of the series. Therefore Akmal returned.Umar Akmal and Younis Khan are the options for wicketkeeping in the remainder group matches of World Cup 2011 as Pakistan Skipper Shahid Afridi wants to avail these options, the concern of wicketkeeping of Kamran Akmal is a question now for everyone, He missed two catches in three balls of Shoaib Akhtar's over while Ross Taylor was facing.[11]
[edit] Personal lifeAkmal has two brothers, Adnan Akmal and Umar Akmal, who are also professional cricketers. The former being a keeper-batsman and the latter being a batting all-rounder. He married in 2006 and lives with his wife, Aaiza, and their young daughter. He is a graduate of Beaconhouse School System Garden Town,Lahore.[12] On 14 November 2010 it emerged that Akmal and his family had been robbed at gunpoint. The family were heading to wedding near their home when two unidentified people came and held them at gunpoint. The family were safe but the robbers ran away with a thousand dollar diamond ring, jewellery, expensive watches and cash [13]
[edit] IPL careerAkmal was signed on to the Rajasthan Royals, and played in the inaugural season of the IPL. He played five matches in the tournament, as wicket-keeper and top-order batsman, including the final of the tournament against the Chennai Super Kings. He took two catches in the first innings, however he was run out for six runs during the Royal's chase. The Royals went on to win the tournament after a thrilling finish. He did not play in 2009 because Pakistani players were not allowed to participate as a result of the tense atmosphere after the 2008 Mumbai attacks.
[edit] Test centuriesTest Centuries of Kamran Akmal
# Runs Match Against City/Country Venue Year
[1] 109 11 India Mohali, India Punjab C.A. Stadium 2005
[2] 154 18 England Lahore, Pakistan Gaddafi Stadium 2006
[3] 102* 19 India Lahore, Pakistan Gaddafi Stadium 2006
[4] 113 21 India Karachi, Pakistan National Stadium 2006
[5] 119 37 India Kolkata, India Eden Gardens 2007
[6] 158* 39 Sri Lanka Karachi, Pakistan National Stadium 2009
[edit] ODI CenturiesODI Centuries of Kamran Akmal
# Runs Match Against City/Country Venue Year
[1] 124 15 West Indies Brisbane, Australia The Gabba 2005
[2] 102 31 England Lahore, Pakistan Gaddafi Stadium 2005
[3] 109 32 England Karachi, Pakistan National Stadium 2005
[4] 100 83 Bangladesh Lahore, Pakistan Gaddafi Stadium 2008
[5] 116* 99 Australia Abu Dhabi, UAE Sheikh Zayed Stadium 2009
[edit] References1.^ "Salman Butt named captain for rest of England tour". Cricinfo. http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan-v-australia-2010/content/current/story/467691.html. Retrieved 17 July 2010.
2.^ Akmal, Rana under match fixing scanner. Ptinews
3.^ http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan-v-south-africa-2010/content/current/story/480401.html
4.^ http://www.dawn.com/wps/wcm/connect/dawn-content-library/dawn/the-newspaper/sport/suspected-players-not-considered-for-selection-900
5.^ Kamran Akmal cleared for national selection
6.^ Amal Unworthy of Selection Cricinfo
7.^ Pakistan collapse hands Aussies victory The Age
8.^ Australia gifted victory by Panikstan The Age
9.^ http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/31072010/28/kamran-akmal-under-pressure-miserable-mistakes.html
10.^ http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/02082010/28/butt-keeps-faith-kamran-akmal.html
11.^ "Umar replaces his elder brother as wicketkeeper". http://iccworld-cup2011.blogspot.com/2011/03/umar-could-replace-his-brother-as.html.
12.^ "Pak school kids 'make up' for cricket team's defeat". 2007-11-14. http://www.expressindia.com/latest-news/Pak-school-kids-make-up-for-cricket-teams-defeat/239073/. Retrieved 2009-06-27.
13.^ Akmal & co. robbed
[edit] External linksCricinfo profile
[show]v · d · ePakistan squad – 2007 Cricket World Cup
1 Inzamam-ul-Haq (c) • 2 Younis Khan • 3 Azhar Mahmood • 4 Danish Kaneria • 5 Iftikhar Anjum • 6 Imran Nazir • 7 Kamran Akmal (wk) • 8 Mohammad Hafeez • 9 Mohammad Sami • 10 Mohammad Yousuf • 11 Rana Naved-ul-Hasan • 12 Shahid Afridi • 13 Shoaib Malik • 14 Umar Gul • 15 Yasir Arafat • Coach: Woolmer
Shoaib Akhtar, Mohammad Asif and Abdul Razzaq were named in the original squad but injuries led to them being withdrawn.
Mushtaq Ahmed acted as temporary coach for Pakistan's final group game following the death of Bob Woolmer.
[show]v · d · ePakistan squad – 2007 ICC World Twenty20 Runners-Up
1 Salman Butt • 2 Shahid Afridi • 3 Imran Nazir • 4 Shoaib Malik • 5 Iftikhar Anjum • 6 Misbah-ul-Haq • 7 Kamran Akmal • 8 Fawad Alam • 9 Mohammad Asif • 10 Yasir Arafat • 11 Sohail Tanvir • 12 Abdur Rehman • 13 Umar Gul • 14 Younis Khan • 15 Mohammad Hafeez • Coach: Geoff Lawson
Shoaib Akhtar was replaced by Sohail Tanvir due to a dressing room incident before the tournament.
[show]v · d · ePakistan squad – 2009 ICC World Twenty20 Winners (1st Title)
1 Younis Khan • 2 Abdul Razzaq • 3 Ahmed Shehzad • 4 Fawad Alam • 5 Iftikhar Anjum • 6 Misbah-ul-Haq • 7 Kamran Akmal (wk) • 8 Mohammad Amir • 9 Saeed Ajmal • 10 Salman Butt • 11 Shahid Afridi • 12 Shahzaib Hasan • 13 Shoaib Malik • 14 Umar Gul • 15 Yasir Arafat • 16 Sohail Tanvir • Coach: Intikhab Alam
Shoaib Akhtar and Yasir Arafat were named in the original squad but injuries led to them being withdrawn. Abdul Razzaq was sent as a replacement for Yasir Arafat.
[show]v · d · ePakistan squad – 2010 ICC World Twenty20 Semi-Finalists
1 Shahid Afridi (c) • 2 Abdul Razzaq • 3 Abdur Rehman • 4 Fawad Alam • 5 Hammad Azam • 6 Kamran Akmal (wk) • 7 Khalid Latif • 8 Misbah-ul-Haq • 9 Mohammad Amir • 10 Mohammad Asif • 11 Mohammad Hafeez • 12 Mohammad Sami • 13 Saeed Ajmal • 14 Salman Butt • 15 Umar Akmal • Coach: Waqar Younis
Umar Gul and Yasir Arafat were named in the original squad but injuries led to them being withdrawn. Abdur Rehman and Mohammad Sami were sent as their replacements.
[show]v · d · ePakistan squad – 2011 Cricket World Cup Semi-Finalists
8 Mohammad Hafeez · 10 Shahid Afridi (c) · 12 Abdul Razzaq · 14 Shoaib Akhtar · 19 Ahmed Shehzad · 22 Misbah-ul-Haq · 23 Akmal (wk) · 36 Abdur Rehman · 47 Wahab Riaz · 50 Saeed Ajmal · 55 Umar Gul · 75 Younus Khan · 81 Asad Shafiq · 96 Umar Akmal · 99 Junaid Khan · Coach: Waqar Younis
Sohail Tanvir was named in the original squad but injuries led to him being withdrawn. Junaid Khan was sent as his replacement
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Personal information
Full name Kamran Akmal
Born 13 January 1982 (1982-01-13) (age 29)
Lahore, Pakistan
Batting style Right hand bat
Role Wicketkeeper/Batsman
International information
National side Pakistan
Test debut (cap 172) 9 November 2002 v Zimbabwe
Last Test 26 August 2010 v England
ODI debut (cap 143) 23 November 2002 v Zimbabwe
Last ODI 21 June 2010 v Bangladesh
Career statistics
Competition Tests ODI T20I
Matches 53 130 38
Runs scored 2,648 2,772 704
Batting average 30.79 27.44 23.46
100s/50s 6/12 5/9 0/5
Top score 158* 124 73
Catches/stumpings 184/22 129/21 17/28
Source: Cricinfo, 12 September 2010
Kamran Akmal (Urdu: کامران اکمل, born 13 January 1982 in Lahore) is a Pakistani cricketer who has played Tests, ODIs and T20Is for Pakistan as a wicket-keeper.
Contents [hide]
1 International career
2 Match fixing allegations
3 Wicket-keeping
4 Personal life
5 IPL career
6 Test centuries
7 ODI Centuries
8 References
9 External links
[edit] International careerHe is a quick-scoring batsman and a wicket-keeper, who has achieved 6 centuries in Test innings. However, his first century was vital - his 109 from the number eight position at Mohali, coming in with Pakistan in a lead of 39 against India in the first Test, ensured that the visitors could draw the match. His form against the touring English in 2005 made him one of the most important players in the team. Naturally, he is a batsman that plays lower down the order but has sometimes opened in both Test and One-day cricket. As an opener he has scored two back to back centuries in ODIs against England. Coming in lower down the order in Test matches, he played one memorable innings. He saved Pakistan from a score of 39/6, scoring a century, to a competitive 245 which helped Pakistan win the match and the series.
His batting was highly productive in early 2006 as he scored seven international hundreds within the space of 6 months. Since his tour of England in Summer 2006 however his batting form dwindled and steadily become worse. His wicket-keeping also worsened and dropped many catches on both the England tour and on a tour to South Africa in early 2007. He then scored an international hundred in the Bangladeshi tour of Pakistan in 2008.
Akmal was dropped for the Asia Cup 2008 as a result of his poor wicket-keeping. He was replaced by Sarfraz Ahmed who performed very well at the domestic level and also because of Sarfraz's strong showing in the U-19 World Cup. Akmal was named in the 30 man probable squad for the 2008 ICC Champions Trophy.
Akmal was part of the Pakistan team that won the T20 World Cup in 2009. He was notable for his quick stumpings, dismissing 4 batsmen in one match against Netherlands.
On 12 November 2008, Akmal hit two consecutive 6s in the last over. As a result Pakistan won the first ODI in Abu Dhabi against West Indies.
On 17 July 2010, Akmal was appointed the vice-captain of the Pakistani test squad but later removed because of his alleged involvement in spot fixing.[1]
[edit] Match fixing allegationsIn the 2nd Test match on the 2009-10 tour of Australia, Akmal dropped four catches in the Australian innings, three of those coming from Michael Hussey. Hussey went on to score 134* and was involved in a massive 9th wicket partnership stand of 133 runs with Peter Siddle. Pakistan eventually went on to lose the match by 36 runs, after being dismissed for just 139 in the second innings. Later it was alleged that he, along with pace bowler Rana Naved-ul-Hasan were involved in match fixing, and were questioned by Pakistan Cricket Board and subsequently dropped for the twenty20 series against England.[2]
In early September 2010 The International Cricket Council sent an official notice to Pakistan wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal telling him that he is under investigation for allegedly fixing the Sydney Test.[1] For the subsequent series against South Africa in October 2010 Akmal had an operation to remove his appendix and was unavailable for the limited-overs squad. Akmal was able to recover from the operation to participate in the two-match test series but Zulqarnain Haider was selected ahead of him [3] Another reason also emerged that Kamran Akmal, Shoaib Malik, Umar Amin and Yasir Hameed were not selected for the tour due to the fact that suspicions were raised that they were involved with the spot-fixing scandal that included Salman Butt, Mohammad Amir and Mohammad Asif. Another player Wahab Riaz was under investigation for fixing but the ICC had interrogated him and he was no longer part of the investigation therefore he was allowed to take part on the tour of South Africa that included two Twenty20 Internationals, five ODI matches and two Test matches. Though this has not been confirmed by the board, it is believed that the reason they were not picked was that the suspicion had not been cleared.[4] The ICC confirmed that Akmal had been barred from entering the team. Once his investigation was completed he was available for national selection.[5]
[edit] Wicket-keepingKamran Akmal has been constantly criticized for his lack of consistent wicket-keeping. After another horrendous series behind the stumps against Sri Lanka in January 2009 journalists and former players called for his removal from the national team.[6] His wicket-keeping steadily improved, with a very strong showing in the 2009 T20 World Cup, including a world-record performance of four stumpings in a single match against the Netherlands. However during the second test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground he dropped four catches, including three chances from Michael Hussey in one session on Day 4. Hussey went on to score a match winning century with the Pakistan team losing in a shock result after dominating the first three days of play.[7][8] He was subsequently dropped for the third test, being replaced by Sarfraz Ahmed. After this tour Akmal saw a steady improvement in his wicket-keeping for the 2010 ICC World Twenty20, 2010 Asia Cup and against Australia in July 2010 however the next test series against England saw Akmal drop three easy catches and miss a stumping. The match as a consolation saw Akmal take a superb catch of Kevin Pietersen before dropping a catch on the very next ball against Paul Collingwood. In the first innings Akmal dropped a catch of Eoin Morgan when he was on 23 who then went on to score 130.[9] Despite having another keeper, Zulqarnain Haider, in the squad, Pakistani captain Salman Butt announced it was too early in the series as only one match had been played to decide the fate of Kamran Akmal.[10] However the team decided to give him a break and placed in reserve-keeper Zulqarnain Haider; Haider scored a match-saving and valiant 88 in the second innings. However a finger injury ruled him out for the fourth test and the rest of the series. Therefore Akmal returned.Umar Akmal and Younis Khan are the options for wicketkeeping in the remainder group matches of World Cup 2011 as Pakistan Skipper Shahid Afridi wants to avail these options, the concern of wicketkeeping of Kamran Akmal is a question now for everyone, He missed two catches in three balls of Shoaib Akhtar's over while Ross Taylor was facing.[11]
[edit] Personal lifeAkmal has two brothers, Adnan Akmal and Umar Akmal, who are also professional cricketers. The former being a keeper-batsman and the latter being a batting all-rounder. He married in 2006 and lives with his wife, Aaiza, and their young daughter. He is a graduate of Beaconhouse School System Garden Town,Lahore.[12] On 14 November 2010 it emerged that Akmal and his family had been robbed at gunpoint. The family were heading to wedding near their home when two unidentified people came and held them at gunpoint. The family were safe but the robbers ran away with a thousand dollar diamond ring, jewellery, expensive watches and cash [13]
[edit] IPL careerAkmal was signed on to the Rajasthan Royals, and played in the inaugural season of the IPL. He played five matches in the tournament, as wicket-keeper and top-order batsman, including the final of the tournament against the Chennai Super Kings. He took two catches in the first innings, however he was run out for six runs during the Royal's chase. The Royals went on to win the tournament after a thrilling finish. He did not play in 2009 because Pakistani players were not allowed to participate as a result of the tense atmosphere after the 2008 Mumbai attacks.
[edit] Test centuriesTest Centuries of Kamran Akmal
# Runs Match Against City/Country Venue Year
[1] 109 11 India Mohali, India Punjab C.A. Stadium 2005
[2] 154 18 England Lahore, Pakistan Gaddafi Stadium 2006
[3] 102* 19 India Lahore, Pakistan Gaddafi Stadium 2006
[4] 113 21 India Karachi, Pakistan National Stadium 2006
[5] 119 37 India Kolkata, India Eden Gardens 2007
[6] 158* 39 Sri Lanka Karachi, Pakistan National Stadium 2009
[edit] ODI CenturiesODI Centuries of Kamran Akmal
# Runs Match Against City/Country Venue Year
[1] 124 15 West Indies Brisbane, Australia The Gabba 2005
[2] 102 31 England Lahore, Pakistan Gaddafi Stadium 2005
[3] 109 32 England Karachi, Pakistan National Stadium 2005
[4] 100 83 Bangladesh Lahore, Pakistan Gaddafi Stadium 2008
[5] 116* 99 Australia Abu Dhabi, UAE Sheikh Zayed Stadium 2009
[edit] References1.^ "Salman Butt named captain for rest of England tour". Cricinfo. http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan-v-australia-2010/content/current/story/467691.html. Retrieved 17 July 2010.
2.^ Akmal, Rana under match fixing scanner. Ptinews
3.^ http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan-v-south-africa-2010/content/current/story/480401.html
4.^ http://www.dawn.com/wps/wcm/connect/dawn-content-library/dawn/the-newspaper/sport/suspected-players-not-considered-for-selection-900
5.^ Kamran Akmal cleared for national selection
6.^ Amal Unworthy of Selection Cricinfo
7.^ Pakistan collapse hands Aussies victory The Age
8.^ Australia gifted victory by Panikstan The Age
9.^ http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/31072010/28/kamran-akmal-under-pressure-miserable-mistakes.html
10.^ http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/02082010/28/butt-keeps-faith-kamran-akmal.html
11.^ "Umar replaces his elder brother as wicketkeeper". http://iccworld-cup2011.blogspot.com/2011/03/umar-could-replace-his-brother-as.html.
12.^ "Pak school kids 'make up' for cricket team's defeat". 2007-11-14. http://www.expressindia.com/latest-news/Pak-school-kids-make-up-for-cricket-teams-defeat/239073/. Retrieved 2009-06-27.
13.^ Akmal & co. robbed
[edit] External linksCricinfo profile
[show]v · d · ePakistan squad – 2007 Cricket World Cup
1 Inzamam-ul-Haq (c) • 2 Younis Khan • 3 Azhar Mahmood • 4 Danish Kaneria • 5 Iftikhar Anjum • 6 Imran Nazir • 7 Kamran Akmal (wk) • 8 Mohammad Hafeez • 9 Mohammad Sami • 10 Mohammad Yousuf • 11 Rana Naved-ul-Hasan • 12 Shahid Afridi • 13 Shoaib Malik • 14 Umar Gul • 15 Yasir Arafat • Coach: Woolmer
Shoaib Akhtar, Mohammad Asif and Abdul Razzaq were named in the original squad but injuries led to them being withdrawn.
Mushtaq Ahmed acted as temporary coach for Pakistan's final group game following the death of Bob Woolmer.
[show]v · d · ePakistan squad – 2007 ICC World Twenty20 Runners-Up
1 Salman Butt • 2 Shahid Afridi • 3 Imran Nazir • 4 Shoaib Malik • 5 Iftikhar Anjum • 6 Misbah-ul-Haq • 7 Kamran Akmal • 8 Fawad Alam • 9 Mohammad Asif • 10 Yasir Arafat • 11 Sohail Tanvir • 12 Abdur Rehman • 13 Umar Gul • 14 Younis Khan • 15 Mohammad Hafeez • Coach: Geoff Lawson
Shoaib Akhtar was replaced by Sohail Tanvir due to a dressing room incident before the tournament.
[show]v · d · ePakistan squad – 2009 ICC World Twenty20 Winners (1st Title)
1 Younis Khan • 2 Abdul Razzaq • 3 Ahmed Shehzad • 4 Fawad Alam • 5 Iftikhar Anjum • 6 Misbah-ul-Haq • 7 Kamran Akmal (wk) • 8 Mohammad Amir • 9 Saeed Ajmal • 10 Salman Butt • 11 Shahid Afridi • 12 Shahzaib Hasan • 13 Shoaib Malik • 14 Umar Gul • 15 Yasir Arafat • 16 Sohail Tanvir • Coach: Intikhab Alam
Shoaib Akhtar and Yasir Arafat were named in the original squad but injuries led to them being withdrawn. Abdul Razzaq was sent as a replacement for Yasir Arafat.
[show]v · d · ePakistan squad – 2010 ICC World Twenty20 Semi-Finalists
1 Shahid Afridi (c) • 2 Abdul Razzaq • 3 Abdur Rehman • 4 Fawad Alam • 5 Hammad Azam • 6 Kamran Akmal (wk) • 7 Khalid Latif • 8 Misbah-ul-Haq • 9 Mohammad Amir • 10 Mohammad Asif • 11 Mohammad Hafeez • 12 Mohammad Sami • 13 Saeed Ajmal • 14 Salman Butt • 15 Umar Akmal • Coach: Waqar Younis
Umar Gul and Yasir Arafat were named in the original squad but injuries led to them being withdrawn. Abdur Rehman and Mohammad Sami were sent as their replacements.
[show]v · d · ePakistan squad – 2011 Cricket World Cup Semi-Finalists
8 Mohammad Hafeez · 10 Shahid Afridi (c) · 12 Abdul Razzaq · 14 Shoaib Akhtar · 19 Ahmed Shehzad · 22 Misbah-ul-Haq · 23 Akmal (wk) · 36 Abdur Rehman · 47 Wahab Riaz · 50 Saeed Ajmal · 55 Umar Gul · 75 Younus Khan · 81 Asad Shafiq · 96 Umar Akmal · 99 Junaid Khan · Coach: Waqar Younis
Sohail Tanvir was named in the original squad but injuries led to him being withdrawn. Junaid Khan was sent as his replacement
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Kamran Akmal
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Shoaib Malik biography
Shoaib Malik
(Urdu: شعیب ملک) (born 1 February 1982 in Sialkot) is a Pakistani cricket player. He made his One-Day International debut in 1999 against the West Indies and his Test debut in 2001 against Bangladesh. He has taken over 100 ODI wickets, and has a batting average in the mid 30s in both Test and ODI cricket. His bowling action has come under scrutiny (particularly his doosra) but he has had elbow surgery to correct this. Malik was ranked second, behind teammate Shahid Afridi, in the ICC ODI all-rounder rankings in June 2008.[1] In March 2010, Malik received a one-year ban from international cricket from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB); the ban was overturned two months later.[2]
Contents [hide]
1 Career
2 Pakistan captaincy
3 Post-captaincy
4 Playing style
5 Personal life
6 Test centuries
7 ODI centuries
8 References
9 External links
[edit] CareerShoaib Malik first played tape-ball cricket in the streets as a child. He began to take playing cricket seriously in 1993/94 when he attended Imran Khan's coaching clinics in Sialkot. He began as a batsman only developing on his bowling later. He used to get in trouble with his family for playing cricket, as they wanted him to focus on his education. In 1996, Malik attended trials for the U-15 World Cup. He was selected in the squad for his bowling.[3]
In May 2001, Malik's bowling action was inspected. The PCB group of bowling advisers concluded that his stock off-spinner was legal, although his delivery going the other way was not. He was encouraged to concentrate on his off-spin and to practice bowling his other delivery without bending his arm.[4] In a One Day International (ODI) against England in June 2001, Malik suffered a fractured right shoulder after falling awkwardly while attempting to take a catch.[5]
Malik was approached by Gloucestershire County Cricket Club in July 2003 to act as a replacement for Ian Harvey, who was on international duty with Australia. John Bracewell, the club's director of cricket, commented that he was "excited by the prospect of signing an international spinning all-rounder to replace Ian during the Cheltenham Festival and the C&G semi-finals. He will add a new and refreshing dimension to the squad ... which is in keeping with our playing philosophy to both win and entertain".[6] He sufficiently impressed in two County Championship and three one-day matches that resulted in renewing of his contract for the 2004 season. Mark Alleyne, the club's head coach, remarked that "Shoaib did very well for us last year in the short time he was with us and fitted in very well. He is a gifted all-rounder who is worthy of a place in either discipline and as a 21 year old, he can only get better and I am really pleased at having him in my squad".[7] Over the course of his two seasons at Gloucestershire, Malik played eight first-class matches, scoring 214 runs at an average of 17.83 with two fifties[8] and taking 15 wickets at an average of 45.06, with best bowling figures of 3/76.[9] He also played twelve one-day matches, scoring 345 runs at an average of 43.12 with three fifties[10] and taking 10 wickets at an average of 47.60, with best bowling figures of 3/28.[11]
In October 2004, Malik was reported to the International Cricket Council (ICC) for having a "potentially flawed bowling action";[12] eight months later, his action was cleared.[13] In the intervening period, Malik was used mainly as a batsman.[14] He was also given a one-Test ban by the Pakistan Cricket Board after admitting to deliberately losing a Twenty20 match for the Sialkot Stallions against Karachi Zebras to knock Lahore Eagles out of the Twenty-20 Cup. The inquiry concluded that the incident "damaged Pakistan's cricketing image and had shown disrespect to the crowd", but that "his actions were not part of any match-fixing with no financial implications, but were an immature attempt to express his disappointment at earlier decisions in the competition that he felt went against his side".[15]
During his Test career, Malik has batted at 5 different positions and has the unusual record of batting at every position except 11th in ODIs. Pakistan's problems in finding a reliable opening pair have led to Malik being used as an opener in Test and ODI matches.
In Test cricket, he made a big impression with his match-saving innings against Sri Lanka in 2006, during which he batted for the whole day and finished with 148 runs not out. His bowling has been effective at times, especially in one-day cricket where his best bowling figures are four wickets for 19 runs (4/19) in addition to many 3-wicket hauls.
[edit] Pakistan captaincyFollowing Inzamam-ul-Haq's resignation as Pakistan captain after the 2007 World Cup, Malik was put forward as one of the names for the captaincy along with Younis Khan and Mohammad Yousuf. After Younis Khan's rejection, Malik was the popular choice as a younger player and was seen to represent a fresh start after the Inzamam era.
Pakistan's coach, Bob Woolmer, was a strong advocate of Malik's case to become captain; in Woolmer's opinion Malik was "the sharpest tactical tack among his group ... a real presence on the field".[16] Former skipper Imran Khan also backed Malik for the role, stating "He appears to have a good cricket brain and could turn out to be a very good choice for Pakistan cricket".[17] Malik was appointed captain on 19 April 2007 by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), his experience considering his relatively young age and consistent performances were cited as other reasons for his appointment.[17] At the age of just 25, he was Pakistan's fourth youngest captain.[16]
In Malik's first series as captain, Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka 2–1 in an ODI series in Abu Dhabi. His next assignments were home Test and ODI series against South Africa, which Pakistan lost 1-0 and 3-2 respectively. 3-2 was the score in favour of India when Pakistan subsequently played an ODI series against their arch-rivals. Malik hit 89 and took three wickets in the final match, which Pakistan won by 31 runs.
Malik's captaincy lasted two years. A report by the coach and manager criticised his leadership, claiming that Malik was "a loner, aloof and involved in his own little world, which is OK but not when the team required a fully committed captain We do not see any meaningful communication between players and captain other than his five-minute talk during the team meeting".[16] Younis Khan took over as captain on 27 January 2009[18] after a poor performance against Sri Lanka saw Malik step down.[18] In his two-year tenure as captain, Malik lead his country in two Tests, losing two and drawing one,[19] and 36 ODIs, of which Pakistan won 24,[20] and 17 T20Is, winning 12.[21]
[edit] Post-captaincyIn March 2010, Malik was given a one-year ban from the national team by the PCB, who charged him with causing infighting within the team. It was part of a dramatic cull of players after Pakistan's winless tour of Australia, resulting in the fining or banning of seven players.[22] Two months later Lancashire County Cricket Club approached Malik to play for them during Twenty20 Cup. He agreed, saying "When Lancashire approached me to come and play for them I didn't hesitate in saying yes. I love playing cricket in England and the opportunity to play with a club of Lancashire's reputation was too good to pass up".[17] On 29 May 2010, Malik's ban was overturned and his Rs 2 million fine halved.[2] He was subsequently named in the 2010 Asia Cup squad,[23] and as a result, Malik pulled out of his contract with Lancashire.[24] Pakistan did not make the final of the four-team tournament,[25] and Malik played in two matches, amassing 47 runs.[26] Mailk was in Pakistan's squad to play Australia and England in England in June–August 2010, but was dropped from the side. A regular in the ODI side, over the previously 12 months he had averaged around 30 with the bat in ODIs, and excluding one score over 50, his batting average hovered around 20. Mohsin Khan, Pakistan's chairman of selectors, cited Malik's poor recent form as the reason for dropping him.[27]
[edit] Playing styleAccording to Cricinfo's Osman Samiuddin:[28]
(Malik’s) batting repertoire doesn't burst forth with strokes; there remains a distinctly utilitarian appeal to it. His drives straight are generally checked, dispossessed of flourish and in his forward defensive prods, there is an exaggerated care, just to make fully sure. It doesn't mean elegance doesn't come to him, as a couple of cover drives off Anil Kumble and Harbhajan Singh to bring Pakistan nearer its hundred showed. Midwicket slogging also comes naturally to him, usually more effective than beautiful.
—Osman Samiuddin, 2006
Malik is regarded as a flexible player. He is capable of hitting big shots but is also capable of rotating the strike with good placement. He has a strike rate of 77.23 runs per 100 balls, which compares favourably to players such as Rahul Dravid and Inzamam ul-Haq. His most brazen display of "power hitting" came in 2003 against South Africa when he scored 82 from 41 balls. As is required of most modern players, he also has displayed good defensive batting at times.
[edit] Personal lifeIn 2008, media reports in Pakistan surfaced that Malik has married Ayesha Siddiqui, a woman from Hyderabad, India, on 3 June 2002. Malik denied these allegations saying his marriage plans with the woman did not go through, because of a lack of consensus between both the families.[29] In April 2010, Siddiqui's family released Shoaib-Ayesha 'marriage' certificate (Nikahnama).[30] On April 2, 2010, Malik said he plans to sue Siddiqui's family for "indulging in character assassination".[31][32][33] On April 7, 2010 Malik confirmed his marriage with Siddiqui and signed the Talaq (divorce) papers.[34]
On 12 April 2010, Malik married Indian tennis player Sania Mirza in an Islamic wedding ceremony at the Taj Krishna Hotel in Hyderabad, India[35][36] for a mahr of 61 lakh (US$137,500).[37]
[edit] Test centuriesTest Centuries by Shoaib Malik
# Runs Match Against City/Country Venue Year Scorecard
1 148* 1 Sri Lanka Colombo, Sri Lanka Sinhalese Sports Club Ground 2006 Test#1794
2 134 3 Sri Lanka Colombo, Sri Lanka Sinhalese Sports Club Ground 2009 Test#1927
[edit] ODI centuriesOne Day International centuries by Shoaib Malik
# Runs Against City/Country Venue Year Scorecard
1 111* West Indies Sharjah Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium 2002 ODI#1808
2 115 New Zealand Lahore, Pakistan Gaddafi Stadium 2002 ODI#1835
3 118 Hong Kong Colombo, Sri Lanka Sinhalese Sports Club Ground 2004 ODI#2147
4 143 India Colombo, Sri Lanka Ranasinghe Premadasa Stadium 2004 ODI#2152
5 108 India Lahore, Pakistan Gaddafi Stadium 2006 ODI#2329
6 125* India Karachi, Pakistan National Stadium 2008 ODI#2717
7 128 India Centurion, South Africa SuperSport Park 2009 ODI#2898
[edit] ReferencesNotes
1.^ Reliance Mobile ICC ODI Championship All-Rounder Rankings. International Cricket Council. Retrieved on 2008-06-23.
2.^ a b Samiuddin, Osman (29 May 2010), Shoaib Malik's one-year ban lifted, Cricinfo, http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan/content/current/story/461263.html, retrieved 30 May 2010
3.^ Cricinfo staff (3 November 2004), 'I just want to keep performing as well as I can', http://www.cricinfo.com/ci/content/story/141381.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
4.^ Pakistan Cricket Board (11 May 2001), PCB Bowling Advisors clear Shoaib's off breaks; recommend coaching on 'wrong ones', Cricinfo, http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan/content/story/106100.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
5.^ Pakistan Cricket Board (13 June 2001), Shoaib Malik fractures his shoulder after the nasty fall at Lord's, Cricinfo, http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan/content/story/103132.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
6.^ Wisden Cricinfo Staff (3 July 2003), Gloucestershire sign Shoaib, Cricinfo, http://www.cricinfo.com/england/content/story/128601.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
7.^ Wisden Cricinfo Staff (25 November 2003), Shoaib Malik to make Gloucestershire return, Cricinfo, http://www.cricinfo.com/england/content/story/132120.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
8.^ First-class batting and fielding for each team by Shoaib Malik, CricketArchive.com, http://www.cricketarchive.com/Archive/Players/8/8219/f_Batting_by_Team.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
9.^ First-class bowling for each team by Shoaib Malik, CricketArchive.com, http://www.cricketarchive.com/Archive/Players/8/8219/f_Bowling_by_Team.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
10.^ ListA batting and fielding for each team by Shoaib Malik, CricketArchive.com, http://www.cricketarchive.com/Archive/Players/8/8219/a_Batting_by_Team.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
11.^ ListA bowling for each team by Shoaib Malik, CricketArchive.com, http://www.cricketarchive.com/Archive/Players/8/8219/a_Bowling_by_Team.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
12.^ Wisden Cricinfo staff (17 October 2004), Shoaib Malik reported for suspect action, http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan/content/story/142527.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
13.^ Cricinfo staff (10 May 2005), Shoaib Malik cleared of suspect action, http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan/content/story/208943.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
14.^ Cricinfo staff (23 February 2005), Malik unlikely to bowl in India, http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan/content/story/144779.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
15.^ Cricinfo staff (2 May 2005), Shoaib Malik given one-Test ban, http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan/content/story/208490.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
16.^ a b c Samiuddin 2010, p. 45
17.^ a b c Malik awarded Pakistan captaincy, BBC, 20 April 2007, http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/cricket/other_international/pakistan/6571425.stm, retrieved 2010-05-14
18.^ a b Samiuddin, Osman (2009-01-27), "Younis appointed Pakistan captain", Cricinfo (ESPN), http://content.cricinfo.com/pakistan/content/story/387996.html, retrieved 2009-05-01
19.^ Pakistan / Records / Test matches / Most matches as captain, Cricinfo, http://stats.cricinfo.com/pakistan/engine/records/individual/most_matches_as_captain.html?class=1;id=7;type=team, retrieved 2010-08-06
20.^ Pakistan / Records / One-Day International matches / Most matches as captain, Cricinfo, http://stats.cricinfo.com/pakistan/engine/records/individual/most_matches_as_captain.html?class=2;id=7;type=team, retrieved 2010-08-06
21.^ Pakistan / Records / Twenty20 Internationals / Most matches as captain, Cricinfo, http://stats.cricinfo.com/pakistan/engine/records/individual/most_matches_as_captain.html?class=3;id=7;type=team, retrieved 2010-08-06
22.^ Rana, Malik get one-year bans, Younis and Yousuf axed from teams, Cricinfo, 10 March 2010, http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan/content/current/story/451392.html, retrieved 30 March 2010
23.^ "Shoaib, Malik back in Pak squad for Asia Cup". The News. http://thenews.jang.com.pk/updates.asp?id=106020. Retrieved 4 June 2010.
24.^ Hardcastle, Graham (31 May 2010), Malik blow for Lancs, Manchester Evening News, http://menmedia.co.uk/manchestereveningnews/sport/cricket/s/1241530_malik_blow_for_lancs, retrieved 2010-07-19
25.^ Ravindran, Siddarth (25 June 2010), An absorbing tournament with few watchers, Cricinfo, http://www.cricinfo.com/asia2010/content/story/464666.html, retrieved 2010-08-24
26.^ Asia Cup, 2010 / Records / Most runs, Cricinfo, http://stats.cricinfo.com/asia2010/engine/records/batting/most_runs_career.html?id=5477;type=tournament, retrieved 2010-08-24
27.^ Samiuddin, Osman (24 August 2010), Yousuf returns to limited-over squads, Cricinfo, http://www.cricinfo.com/england-v-pakistan-2010/content/current/story/473946.html, retrieved 2010-08-24
28.^ Samiuddin, Osman (13 January 2006), Growing to be Everyman, Cricinfo, http://www.cricinfo.com/magazine/content/story/232882.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
29.^ Bhatti, Majid (2010-04-02). "Shoaib's ex trouble for Sania Mirza". Mid-day.com. http://www.mid-day.com/news/2010/apr/020410-shoaib-malik-ex-wife-legal-action-sania-mirza.htm. Retrieved 2010-06-22.
30.^ "Siddiqui family releases Shoaib-Ayesha 'marriage' certificate". Economictimes.indiatimes.com. 2010-04-02. http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/news-by-industry/et-cetera/Siddiqui-family-releases-Shoaib-Ayesha-marriage-certificate/articleshow/5755007.cms. Retrieved 2010-06-22.
31.^ Sania Mirza to Marry Shoaib Malik – Ayesha Siddiqui, Sayali Bhagat Sania and Sohrab Mirza keep watching
32.^ Dinesh (2010-04-05). "Aisha Siddiqui Takes Shoaib Malik to Court". Thecurrentaffairs.com. http://thecurrentaffairs.com/aisha-siddiqi-takes-shoaib-malik-to-court.html. Retrieved 2010-06-22.
33.^ "Shoaib Malik and Ayesha Amidst a Scandal". Pakspectator.com. 2008-02-02. http://www.pakspectator.com/shoaib-malik-and-ayesha-amidst-a-scandal/. Retrieved 2010-06-22.
34.^ "Sania's Shoaib finally divorces Ayesha Siddiqui". Ndtv.com. http://www.ndtv.com/news/sports/shoaib-has-signed-divorce-papers-ayeshs-lawyer-19384.php. Retrieved 2010-06-22.
35.^ "Shoaib Malik finally married with Sania Mirza on 12 Apr". Today News. April 13, 2010. http://www.todaynews.in/national/shoaib-malik-finally-married-with-sania-mirza-on-12-apr-62985.html. Retrieved 13 April 2010.
36.^ Page, Jeremy (2010-04-13). "Shoaib Malik and Sania Mirza wed after controversial engagement". The Times (London). http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/sport/article7095764.ece. Retrieved 13 April 2010.
37.^ "Shoaib-Sania nikah solemnized, Rukhsati on Apr 15". The News International. April 12, 2010. http://www.thenews.com.pk/updates.asp?id=102704. Retrieved 13 April 2010. [dead link]
Bibliography
Samiuddin, Osman (August 2010), "Pakistan Captaincy: The Impossible Job", The Wisden Cricketer: 40–45
[edit] External links Wikimedia Commons has media related to: Shoaib Malik
Player Profile: Shoaib Malik from Cricinfo
Preceded by
Inzamam-ul-Haq Pakistan Cricket Captain
2007–2009 Succeeded by
Younis Khan
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Shoaib Akhtar, Mohammad Asif and Abdul Razzaq were named in the original squad but injuries led to them being withdrawn.
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Date of birth 1 February 1982
Place of birth Sialkot, Pakistan
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(Urdu: شعیب ملک) (born 1 February 1982 in Sialkot) is a Pakistani cricket player. He made his One-Day International debut in 1999 against the West Indies and his Test debut in 2001 against Bangladesh. He has taken over 100 ODI wickets, and has a batting average in the mid 30s in both Test and ODI cricket. His bowling action has come under scrutiny (particularly his doosra) but he has had elbow surgery to correct this. Malik was ranked second, behind teammate Shahid Afridi, in the ICC ODI all-rounder rankings in June 2008.[1] In March 2010, Malik received a one-year ban from international cricket from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB); the ban was overturned two months later.[2]
Contents [hide]
1 Career
2 Pakistan captaincy
3 Post-captaincy
4 Playing style
5 Personal life
6 Test centuries
7 ODI centuries
8 References
9 External links
[edit] CareerShoaib Malik first played tape-ball cricket in the streets as a child. He began to take playing cricket seriously in 1993/94 when he attended Imran Khan's coaching clinics in Sialkot. He began as a batsman only developing on his bowling later. He used to get in trouble with his family for playing cricket, as they wanted him to focus on his education. In 1996, Malik attended trials for the U-15 World Cup. He was selected in the squad for his bowling.[3]
In May 2001, Malik's bowling action was inspected. The PCB group of bowling advisers concluded that his stock off-spinner was legal, although his delivery going the other way was not. He was encouraged to concentrate on his off-spin and to practice bowling his other delivery without bending his arm.[4] In a One Day International (ODI) against England in June 2001, Malik suffered a fractured right shoulder after falling awkwardly while attempting to take a catch.[5]
Malik was approached by Gloucestershire County Cricket Club in July 2003 to act as a replacement for Ian Harvey, who was on international duty with Australia. John Bracewell, the club's director of cricket, commented that he was "excited by the prospect of signing an international spinning all-rounder to replace Ian during the Cheltenham Festival and the C&G semi-finals. He will add a new and refreshing dimension to the squad ... which is in keeping with our playing philosophy to both win and entertain".[6] He sufficiently impressed in two County Championship and three one-day matches that resulted in renewing of his contract for the 2004 season. Mark Alleyne, the club's head coach, remarked that "Shoaib did very well for us last year in the short time he was with us and fitted in very well. He is a gifted all-rounder who is worthy of a place in either discipline and as a 21 year old, he can only get better and I am really pleased at having him in my squad".[7] Over the course of his two seasons at Gloucestershire, Malik played eight first-class matches, scoring 214 runs at an average of 17.83 with two fifties[8] and taking 15 wickets at an average of 45.06, with best bowling figures of 3/76.[9] He also played twelve one-day matches, scoring 345 runs at an average of 43.12 with three fifties[10] and taking 10 wickets at an average of 47.60, with best bowling figures of 3/28.[11]
In October 2004, Malik was reported to the International Cricket Council (ICC) for having a "potentially flawed bowling action";[12] eight months later, his action was cleared.[13] In the intervening period, Malik was used mainly as a batsman.[14] He was also given a one-Test ban by the Pakistan Cricket Board after admitting to deliberately losing a Twenty20 match for the Sialkot Stallions against Karachi Zebras to knock Lahore Eagles out of the Twenty-20 Cup. The inquiry concluded that the incident "damaged Pakistan's cricketing image and had shown disrespect to the crowd", but that "his actions were not part of any match-fixing with no financial implications, but were an immature attempt to express his disappointment at earlier decisions in the competition that he felt went against his side".[15]
During his Test career, Malik has batted at 5 different positions and has the unusual record of batting at every position except 11th in ODIs. Pakistan's problems in finding a reliable opening pair have led to Malik being used as an opener in Test and ODI matches.
In Test cricket, he made a big impression with his match-saving innings against Sri Lanka in 2006, during which he batted for the whole day and finished with 148 runs not out. His bowling has been effective at times, especially in one-day cricket where his best bowling figures are four wickets for 19 runs (4/19) in addition to many 3-wicket hauls.
[edit] Pakistan captaincyFollowing Inzamam-ul-Haq's resignation as Pakistan captain after the 2007 World Cup, Malik was put forward as one of the names for the captaincy along with Younis Khan and Mohammad Yousuf. After Younis Khan's rejection, Malik was the popular choice as a younger player and was seen to represent a fresh start after the Inzamam era.
Pakistan's coach, Bob Woolmer, was a strong advocate of Malik's case to become captain; in Woolmer's opinion Malik was "the sharpest tactical tack among his group ... a real presence on the field".[16] Former skipper Imran Khan also backed Malik for the role, stating "He appears to have a good cricket brain and could turn out to be a very good choice for Pakistan cricket".[17] Malik was appointed captain on 19 April 2007 by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), his experience considering his relatively young age and consistent performances were cited as other reasons for his appointment.[17] At the age of just 25, he was Pakistan's fourth youngest captain.[16]
In Malik's first series as captain, Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka 2–1 in an ODI series in Abu Dhabi. His next assignments were home Test and ODI series against South Africa, which Pakistan lost 1-0 and 3-2 respectively. 3-2 was the score in favour of India when Pakistan subsequently played an ODI series against their arch-rivals. Malik hit 89 and took three wickets in the final match, which Pakistan won by 31 runs.
Malik's captaincy lasted two years. A report by the coach and manager criticised his leadership, claiming that Malik was "a loner, aloof and involved in his own little world, which is OK but not when the team required a fully committed captain We do not see any meaningful communication between players and captain other than his five-minute talk during the team meeting".[16] Younis Khan took over as captain on 27 January 2009[18] after a poor performance against Sri Lanka saw Malik step down.[18] In his two-year tenure as captain, Malik lead his country in two Tests, losing two and drawing one,[19] and 36 ODIs, of which Pakistan won 24,[20] and 17 T20Is, winning 12.[21]
[edit] Post-captaincyIn March 2010, Malik was given a one-year ban from the national team by the PCB, who charged him with causing infighting within the team. It was part of a dramatic cull of players after Pakistan's winless tour of Australia, resulting in the fining or banning of seven players.[22] Two months later Lancashire County Cricket Club approached Malik to play for them during Twenty20 Cup. He agreed, saying "When Lancashire approached me to come and play for them I didn't hesitate in saying yes. I love playing cricket in England and the opportunity to play with a club of Lancashire's reputation was too good to pass up".[17] On 29 May 2010, Malik's ban was overturned and his Rs 2 million fine halved.[2] He was subsequently named in the 2010 Asia Cup squad,[23] and as a result, Malik pulled out of his contract with Lancashire.[24] Pakistan did not make the final of the four-team tournament,[25] and Malik played in two matches, amassing 47 runs.[26] Mailk was in Pakistan's squad to play Australia and England in England in June–August 2010, but was dropped from the side. A regular in the ODI side, over the previously 12 months he had averaged around 30 with the bat in ODIs, and excluding one score over 50, his batting average hovered around 20. Mohsin Khan, Pakistan's chairman of selectors, cited Malik's poor recent form as the reason for dropping him.[27]
[edit] Playing styleAccording to Cricinfo's Osman Samiuddin:[28]
(Malik’s) batting repertoire doesn't burst forth with strokes; there remains a distinctly utilitarian appeal to it. His drives straight are generally checked, dispossessed of flourish and in his forward defensive prods, there is an exaggerated care, just to make fully sure. It doesn't mean elegance doesn't come to him, as a couple of cover drives off Anil Kumble and Harbhajan Singh to bring Pakistan nearer its hundred showed. Midwicket slogging also comes naturally to him, usually more effective than beautiful.
—Osman Samiuddin, 2006
Malik is regarded as a flexible player. He is capable of hitting big shots but is also capable of rotating the strike with good placement. He has a strike rate of 77.23 runs per 100 balls, which compares favourably to players such as Rahul Dravid and Inzamam ul-Haq. His most brazen display of "power hitting" came in 2003 against South Africa when he scored 82 from 41 balls. As is required of most modern players, he also has displayed good defensive batting at times.
[edit] Personal lifeIn 2008, media reports in Pakistan surfaced that Malik has married Ayesha Siddiqui, a woman from Hyderabad, India, on 3 June 2002. Malik denied these allegations saying his marriage plans with the woman did not go through, because of a lack of consensus between both the families.[29] In April 2010, Siddiqui's family released Shoaib-Ayesha 'marriage' certificate (Nikahnama).[30] On April 2, 2010, Malik said he plans to sue Siddiqui's family for "indulging in character assassination".[31][32][33] On April 7, 2010 Malik confirmed his marriage with Siddiqui and signed the Talaq (divorce) papers.[34]
On 12 April 2010, Malik married Indian tennis player Sania Mirza in an Islamic wedding ceremony at the Taj Krishna Hotel in Hyderabad, India[35][36] for a mahr of 61 lakh (US$137,500).[37]
[edit] Test centuriesTest Centuries by Shoaib Malik
# Runs Match Against City/Country Venue Year Scorecard
1 148* 1 Sri Lanka Colombo, Sri Lanka Sinhalese Sports Club Ground 2006 Test#1794
2 134 3 Sri Lanka Colombo, Sri Lanka Sinhalese Sports Club Ground 2009 Test#1927
[edit] ODI centuriesOne Day International centuries by Shoaib Malik
# Runs Against City/Country Venue Year Scorecard
1 111* West Indies Sharjah Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium 2002 ODI#1808
2 115 New Zealand Lahore, Pakistan Gaddafi Stadium 2002 ODI#1835
3 118 Hong Kong Colombo, Sri Lanka Sinhalese Sports Club Ground 2004 ODI#2147
4 143 India Colombo, Sri Lanka Ranasinghe Premadasa Stadium 2004 ODI#2152
5 108 India Lahore, Pakistan Gaddafi Stadium 2006 ODI#2329
6 125* India Karachi, Pakistan National Stadium 2008 ODI#2717
7 128 India Centurion, South Africa SuperSport Park 2009 ODI#2898
[edit] ReferencesNotes
1.^ Reliance Mobile ICC ODI Championship All-Rounder Rankings. International Cricket Council. Retrieved on 2008-06-23.
2.^ a b Samiuddin, Osman (29 May 2010), Shoaib Malik's one-year ban lifted, Cricinfo, http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan/content/current/story/461263.html, retrieved 30 May 2010
3.^ Cricinfo staff (3 November 2004), 'I just want to keep performing as well as I can', http://www.cricinfo.com/ci/content/story/141381.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
4.^ Pakistan Cricket Board (11 May 2001), PCB Bowling Advisors clear Shoaib's off breaks; recommend coaching on 'wrong ones', Cricinfo, http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan/content/story/106100.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
5.^ Pakistan Cricket Board (13 June 2001), Shoaib Malik fractures his shoulder after the nasty fall at Lord's, Cricinfo, http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan/content/story/103132.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
6.^ Wisden Cricinfo Staff (3 July 2003), Gloucestershire sign Shoaib, Cricinfo, http://www.cricinfo.com/england/content/story/128601.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
7.^ Wisden Cricinfo Staff (25 November 2003), Shoaib Malik to make Gloucestershire return, Cricinfo, http://www.cricinfo.com/england/content/story/132120.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
8.^ First-class batting and fielding for each team by Shoaib Malik, CricketArchive.com, http://www.cricketarchive.com/Archive/Players/8/8219/f_Batting_by_Team.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
9.^ First-class bowling for each team by Shoaib Malik, CricketArchive.com, http://www.cricketarchive.com/Archive/Players/8/8219/f_Bowling_by_Team.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
10.^ ListA batting and fielding for each team by Shoaib Malik, CricketArchive.com, http://www.cricketarchive.com/Archive/Players/8/8219/a_Batting_by_Team.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
11.^ ListA bowling for each team by Shoaib Malik, CricketArchive.com, http://www.cricketarchive.com/Archive/Players/8/8219/a_Bowling_by_Team.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
12.^ Wisden Cricinfo staff (17 October 2004), Shoaib Malik reported for suspect action, http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan/content/story/142527.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
13.^ Cricinfo staff (10 May 2005), Shoaib Malik cleared of suspect action, http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan/content/story/208943.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
14.^ Cricinfo staff (23 February 2005), Malik unlikely to bowl in India, http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan/content/story/144779.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
15.^ Cricinfo staff (2 May 2005), Shoaib Malik given one-Test ban, http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan/content/story/208490.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
16.^ a b c Samiuddin 2010, p. 45
17.^ a b c Malik awarded Pakistan captaincy, BBC, 20 April 2007, http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/cricket/other_international/pakistan/6571425.stm, retrieved 2010-05-14
18.^ a b Samiuddin, Osman (2009-01-27), "Younis appointed Pakistan captain", Cricinfo (ESPN), http://content.cricinfo.com/pakistan/content/story/387996.html, retrieved 2009-05-01
19.^ Pakistan / Records / Test matches / Most matches as captain, Cricinfo, http://stats.cricinfo.com/pakistan/engine/records/individual/most_matches_as_captain.html?class=1;id=7;type=team, retrieved 2010-08-06
20.^ Pakistan / Records / One-Day International matches / Most matches as captain, Cricinfo, http://stats.cricinfo.com/pakistan/engine/records/individual/most_matches_as_captain.html?class=2;id=7;type=team, retrieved 2010-08-06
21.^ Pakistan / Records / Twenty20 Internationals / Most matches as captain, Cricinfo, http://stats.cricinfo.com/pakistan/engine/records/individual/most_matches_as_captain.html?class=3;id=7;type=team, retrieved 2010-08-06
22.^ Rana, Malik get one-year bans, Younis and Yousuf axed from teams, Cricinfo, 10 March 2010, http://www.cricinfo.com/pakistan/content/current/story/451392.html, retrieved 30 March 2010
23.^ "Shoaib, Malik back in Pak squad for Asia Cup". The News. http://thenews.jang.com.pk/updates.asp?id=106020. Retrieved 4 June 2010.
24.^ Hardcastle, Graham (31 May 2010), Malik blow for Lancs, Manchester Evening News, http://menmedia.co.uk/manchestereveningnews/sport/cricket/s/1241530_malik_blow_for_lancs, retrieved 2010-07-19
25.^ Ravindran, Siddarth (25 June 2010), An absorbing tournament with few watchers, Cricinfo, http://www.cricinfo.com/asia2010/content/story/464666.html, retrieved 2010-08-24
26.^ Asia Cup, 2010 / Records / Most runs, Cricinfo, http://stats.cricinfo.com/asia2010/engine/records/batting/most_runs_career.html?id=5477;type=tournament, retrieved 2010-08-24
27.^ Samiuddin, Osman (24 August 2010), Yousuf returns to limited-over squads, Cricinfo, http://www.cricinfo.com/england-v-pakistan-2010/content/current/story/473946.html, retrieved 2010-08-24
28.^ Samiuddin, Osman (13 January 2006), Growing to be Everyman, Cricinfo, http://www.cricinfo.com/magazine/content/story/232882.html, retrieved 2010-05-14
29.^ Bhatti, Majid (2010-04-02). "Shoaib's ex trouble for Sania Mirza". Mid-day.com. http://www.mid-day.com/news/2010/apr/020410-shoaib-malik-ex-wife-legal-action-sania-mirza.htm. Retrieved 2010-06-22.
30.^ "Siddiqui family releases Shoaib-Ayesha 'marriage' certificate". Economictimes.indiatimes.com. 2010-04-02. http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/news-by-industry/et-cetera/Siddiqui-family-releases-Shoaib-Ayesha-marriage-certificate/articleshow/5755007.cms. Retrieved 2010-06-22.
31.^ Sania Mirza to Marry Shoaib Malik – Ayesha Siddiqui, Sayali Bhagat Sania and Sohrab Mirza keep watching
32.^ Dinesh (2010-04-05). "Aisha Siddiqui Takes Shoaib Malik to Court". Thecurrentaffairs.com. http://thecurrentaffairs.com/aisha-siddiqi-takes-shoaib-malik-to-court.html. Retrieved 2010-06-22.
33.^ "Shoaib Malik and Ayesha Amidst a Scandal". Pakspectator.com. 2008-02-02. http://www.pakspectator.com/shoaib-malik-and-ayesha-amidst-a-scandal/. Retrieved 2010-06-22.
34.^ "Sania's Shoaib finally divorces Ayesha Siddiqui". Ndtv.com. http://www.ndtv.com/news/sports/shoaib-has-signed-divorce-papers-ayeshs-lawyer-19384.php. Retrieved 2010-06-22.
35.^ "Shoaib Malik finally married with Sania Mirza on 12 Apr". Today News. April 13, 2010. http://www.todaynews.in/national/shoaib-malik-finally-married-with-sania-mirza-on-12-apr-62985.html. Retrieved 13 April 2010.
36.^ Page, Jeremy (2010-04-13). "Shoaib Malik and Sania Mirza wed after controversial engagement". The Times (London). http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/sport/article7095764.ece. Retrieved 13 April 2010.
37.^ "Shoaib-Sania nikah solemnized, Rukhsati on Apr 15". The News International. April 12, 2010. http://www.thenews.com.pk/updates.asp?id=102704. Retrieved 13 April 2010. [dead link]
Bibliography
Samiuddin, Osman (August 2010), "Pakistan Captaincy: The Impossible Job", The Wisden Cricketer: 40–45
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Preceded by
Inzamam-ul-Haq Pakistan Cricket Captain
2007–2009 Succeeded by
Younis Khan
[hide]v · d · ePakistan squad – 2007 Cricket World Cup
1 Inzamam-ul-Haq (c) • 2 Younis Khan • 3 Azhar Mahmood • 4 Danish Kaneria • 5 Iftikhar Anjum • 6 Imran Nazir • 7 Kamran Akmal (wk) • 8 Mohammad Hafeez • 9 Mohammad Sami • 10 Mohammad Yousuf • 11 Rana Naved-ul-Hasan • 12 Shahid Afridi • 13 Shoaib Malik • 14 Umar Gul • 15 Yasir Arafat • Coach: Woolmer
Shoaib Akhtar, Mohammad Asif and Abdul Razzaq were named in the original squad but injuries led to them being withdrawn.
Mushtaq Ahmed acted as temporary coach for Pakistan's final group game following the death of Bob Woolmer.
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Name Malik, Shoaib
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Short description Cricketer
Date of birth 1 February 1982
Place of birth Sialkot, Pakistan
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Shoaib Akhtar (Punjabi, Urdu: شعیب اختر; born 13 August 1975 in Rawalpindi, Punjab) is a former Pakistani right arm fast bowler in cricket, who is regarded as the fastest bowler in the world. He set an official world record by achieving the fastest delivery, when he clocked in at 161.3 km/h (100.2 mph) in his bowling speed, twice at a cricket match against England.[1] His ability to bowl fast yorkers and quick bouncers have made him one of the best fast bowlers in cricket.
However, he has been involved in several controversies during his career, often accused of not being a team player. Akhtar was sent home during the Test match series in Australia in 2005 for alleged poor attitude. A year later, he was embroiled in a drug scandal after testing positive to a banned substance. However, the ban imposed on him was lifted on court appeal. In September 2007, Akhtar was banned for an indefinite period for his fight with Pakistan team mate and fast bowler Mohammad Asif.[2] On 1 April 2008, Akhtar was banned for five years for publicly criticizing the Pakistan Cricket Board.[3] In October 2008, the Lahore High Court in Pakistan suspended the five year ban and Akhtar was selected in the 15-man squad for the Twenty20 Quadrangular Tournament in Canada.[4] Pakistani judge, Rana Bhagwandas stated once that, Akhtar is a legend of Pakistan cricket.[5] He retired from international cricket after the 2011 World Cup.
right arm fast bowler in cricket, who is regarded as the fastest bowler in the world. He set an official world record by achieving the fastest delivery, when he clocked in at 161.3 km/h (100.2 mph) in his bowling speed, twice at a cricket match against England.[1] His ability to bowl fast yorkers and quick bouncers have made him one of the best fast bowlers in cricket.
However, he has been involved in several controversies during his career, often accused of not being a team player. Akhtar was sent home during the Test match series in Australia in 2005 for alleged poor attitude. A year later, he was embroiled in a drug scandal after testing positive to a banned substance. However, the ban imposed on him was lifted on court appeal. In September 2007, Akhtar was banned for an indefinite period for his fight with Pakistan team mate and fast bowler Mohammad Asif.[2] On 1 April 2008, Akhtar was banned for five years for publicly criticizing the Pakistan Cricket Board.[3] In October 2008, the Lahore High Court in Pakistan suspended the five year ban and Akhtar was selected in the 15-man squad for the Twenty20 Quadrangular Tournament in Canada.[4] Pakistani judge, Rana Bhagwandas stated once that, Akhtar is a legend of Pakistan cricket.[5] He retired from international cricket after the 2011 World Cup.
right arm fast bowler in cricket, who is regarded as the fastest bowler in the world. He set an official world record by achieving the fastest delivery, when he clocked in at 161.3 km/h (100.2 mph) in his bowling speed, twice at a cricket match against England.[1] His ability to bowl fast yorkers and quick bouncers have made him one of the best fast bowlers in cricket.
However, he has been involved in several controversies during his career, often accused of not being a team player. Akhtar was sent home during the Test match series in Australia in 2005 for alleged poor attitude. A year later, he was embroiled in a drug scandal after testing positive to a banned substance. However, the ban imposed on him was lifted on court appeal. In September 2007, Akhtar was banned for an indefinite period for his fight with Pakistan team mate and fast bowler Mohammad Asif.[2] On 1 April 2008, Akhtar was banned for five years for publicly criticizing the Pakistan Cricket Board.[3] In October 2008, the Lahore High Court in Pakistan suspended the five year ban and Akhtar was selected in the 15-man squad for the Twenty20 Quadrangular Tournament in Canada.[4] Pakistani judge, Rana Bhagwandas stated once that, Akhtar is a legend of Pakistan cricket.[5] He retired from international cricket after the 2011 World Cup.
Shoaib Akhtar (Punjabi, Urdu: شعیب اختر; born 13 August 1975 in Rawalpindi, Punjab) is a former Pakistani right arm fast bowler in cricket, who is regarded as the fastest bowler in the world. He set an official world record by achieving the fastest delivery, when he clocked in at 161.3 km/h (100.2 mph) in his bowling speed, twice at a cricket match against England.[1] His ability to bowl fast yorkers and quick bouncers have made him one of the best fast bowlers in cricket.
However, he has been involved in several controversies during his career, often accused of not being a team player. Akhtar was sent home during the Test match series in Australia in 2005 for alleged poor attitude. A year later, he was embroiled in a drug scandal after testing positive to a banned substance. However, the ban imposed on him was lifted on court appeal. In September 2007, Akhtar was banned for an indefinite period for his fight with Pakistan team mate and fast bowler Mohammad Asif.[2] On 1 April 2008, Akhtar was banned for five years for publicly criticizing the Pakistan Cricket Board.[3] In October 2008, the Lahore High Court in Pakistan suspended the five year ban and Akhtar was selected in the 15-man squad for the Twenty20 Quadrangular Tournament in Canada.[4] Pakistani judge, Rana Bhagwandas stated once that, Akhtar is a legend of Pakistan cricket.[5] He retired from international cricket after the 2011 World Cup.
right arm fast bowler in cricket, who is regarded as the fastest bowler in the world. He set an official world record by achieving the fastest delivery, when he clocked in at 161.3 km/h (100.2 mph) in his bowling speed, twice at a cricket match against England.[1] His ability to bowl fast yorkers and quick bouncers have made him one of the best fast bowlers in cricket.
However, he has been involved in several controversies during his career, often accused of not being a team player. Akhtar was sent home during the Test match series in Australia in 2005 for alleged poor attitude. A year later, he was embroiled in a drug scandal after testing positive to a banned substance. However, the ban imposed on him was lifted on court appeal. In September 2007, Akhtar was banned for an indefinite period for his fight with Pakistan team mate and fast bowler Mohammad Asif.[2] On 1 April 2008, Akhtar was banned for five years for publicly criticizing the Pakistan Cricket Board.[3] In October 2008, the Lahore High Court in Pakistan suspended the five year ban and Akhtar was selected in the 15-man squad for the Twenty20 Quadrangular Tournament in Canada.[4] Pakistani judge, Rana Bhagwandas stated once that, Akhtar is a legend of Pakistan cricket.[5] He retired from international cricket after the 2011 World Cup.
right arm fast bowler in cricket, who is regarded as the fastest bowler in the world. He set an official world record by achieving the fastest delivery, when he clocked in at 161.3 km/h (100.2 mph) in his bowling speed, twice at a cricket match against England.[1] His ability to bowl fast yorkers and quick bouncers have made him one of the best fast bowlers in cricket.
However, he has been involved in several controversies during his career, often accused of not being a team player. Akhtar was sent home during the Test match series in Australia in 2005 for alleged poor attitude. A year later, he was embroiled in a drug scandal after testing positive to a banned substance. However, the ban imposed on him was lifted on court appeal. In September 2007, Akhtar was banned for an indefinite period for his fight with Pakistan team mate and fast bowler Mohammad Asif.[2] On 1 April 2008, Akhtar was banned for five years for publicly criticizing the Pakistan Cricket Board.[3] In October 2008, the Lahore High Court in Pakistan suspended the five year ban and Akhtar was selected in the 15-man squad for the Twenty20 Quadrangular Tournament in Canada.[4] Pakistani judge, Rana Bhagwandas stated once that, Akhtar is a legend of Pakistan cricket.[5] He retired from international cricket after the 2011 World Cup.
Shoaib Akhtar
Shoaib Akhtar
Shoaib Akhtar
Shoaib Akhtar
Shoaib Akhtar
Shoaib Akhtar
Shoaib Akhtar
Shoaib Akhtar
Shoaib Akhtar
Shoaib Akhtar
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