Tag: Irfan Pathan

Irfan Pathan backs Virat Kohli to break Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 100 international tons

"I am sure 100 hundreds, he (Kohli) might not be talking about it but you know if anyone could achieve that feat after Sachin Tendulkar, he is the one," said Pathan

August 24, 2020

‘Seven mistakes? Are you kidding me?’: Irfan Pathan slams Steve Bucknor for umpiring howlers in 2008 Sydney Test

Recently, Bucknor, in an interview with Mid-Day admitted his mistakes but Pathan is still not pleased.

July 25, 2020

Ben Stokes like all-rounder will make India unbeatable: Irfan Pathan

Pathan's comment comes after Stokes played a pivotal role in England's win over West Indies in the second test of the ongoing three-match Test series.

July 21, 2020

Ben Stokes like all-rounder will make India unbeatable, says Irfan Pathan

Ben Stokes' performance helped England set a challenging target which they defended successfully by bowling out the West Indies for 198.

July 21, 2020

Pacers will have to be extra careful after long break: Irfan

"Your body gets stiff, injury management will be key as well because I think for any fast-bowler to get back into the rhythm, it takes at least 4-6 weeks."

July 19, 2020

Irfan Pathan slams Twitter user for calling him ‘next Hafiz Saeed’

The insult was however not in reply to any political comment made by Pathan but to an unrelated topic of him speaking about how he was converted from a pure fast bowler to an all-rounder.

July 2, 2020

It was Tendulkar’s idea, not Chappell’s: Pathan on batting at number 3

Pathan has 100 Test wickets to his name and was the second Indian bowler to take a hat-trick in the longest format of the game.

June 30, 2020

MS Dhoni was much calmer in 2013 Champions Trophy than 2007 World T20: Irfan Pathan

Irfan Pathan was part of India's 2013 Champions Trophy squad and was also a vital cog in 2007 when they lifted the inaugural WorldT20 trophy.

June 28, 2020

Rohit Sharma came back really hard because of a strong mindset after 2012: Irfan Pathan

Former teammate Irfan Pathan believes that there has always been more to the stylish opener Rohit Sharma than just talent.

June 27, 2020

Ganguly saying IPL will happen at some stage great news: Irfan Pathan

As for the BCCI, they have made it clear that they will look to host the IPL if the T20 World Cup gets postponed.

June 17, 2020

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma lead cricket fraternity in paying tribute to martyrs of Galwan clash

Fast bowler Ishant Sharma, former opener Virender Sehwag, former all-rounder Yuvraj Singh and former pace-bowling all-rounder Irfan Pathan also offered their condolences.

June 17, 2020

Team India needs better planning going into ICC events: Irfan Pathan

One of the problems with the 'Men in Blue' in the recent ICC events has been their inability to take their momentum of the league stage into the knockouts.

June 14, 2020

Sports fraternity mourns death of on-screen MS Dhoni- Sushant Singh Rajput

Sushant breathed his last aged 34. He began his acting career with television and became a household name after starring in Ekta Kapoor's popular daily soap Pavitra Rishta.

June 14, 2020

If Virat Kohli plays as long as Sachin Tendulkar, he can make 100 hundreds: Irfan Pathan

Kohli, who is regarded as one of the modern-day greats, has so far scored 70 international centuries.

June 1, 2020

It is very difficult to host T20 World Cup in Australia this year: Irfan Pathan

The ICC has deferred decisions over the tournament until its next board meeting on June 10.

June 1, 2020

‘Some ICC guidelines on resumption of cricket impractical, will need review’

Last week, ICC issued training as well as playing guidelines which will drastically change the way the game is played in post-COVID-19 world.

May 25, 2020

Saliva ban major handicap for pacers, ICC must ensure bowling-friendly pitches in Tests: Irfan Pathan

Irfan Pathan reckons that the ban on using saliva for shining the ball is a significant blow to bowlers and authorities should make bowling-friendly wickets

May 24, 2020