Saqlain Mushtaq

Pakistan selector Aaqib Javed addressed Pakistan’s ICC Men's T20 World Cup campaign after India national cricket team won the title, saying the team’s 0–8 World Cup record against India should not be used as an excuse. He added Pakistan were eliminated only on net run rate. The discussion also revived controversy over Shadab Khan’s remarks about former players, which disappointed Saqlain Mushtaq.

Sri Lanka's Muttiah Muralitharan, India’s Harbhajan Singh, R Ashwin and Pakistan's Saeed Ajmal are some of the greatest off-spinners to have ever played the game of cricket but former India opener Gautam Gambhir feels legendary spin wizard Saqlain Mushtaq was a class apart and according to the former India opener Pakistani is the greatest off-spinner. Gambhir, who over a 13-year-long international career came across many spin maestros, said that the way Mushtaq's deliveries came off-the-wicket, it made life very difficult for the batters.

Pakistan Cricket Board has reportedly cautioned all-rounder Shadab Khan over his sharp remarks towards former players. Following a match-winning performance, Shadab questioned the achievements of ex-cricketers, prompting a stern warning from team management. The PCB emphasized respect for all former greats, including his father-in-law Saqlain Mushtaq, and has directed players to maintain decorum in public statements.

Shadab Khan is frustrated by persistent claims of favouritism due to his relationship with Saqlain Mushtaq, his father-in-law and PCB mentor. He defends his selection, emphasizing his seven-year career and contributions to Pakistan cricket. While acknowledging Saqlain's guidance, Shadab denies receiving preferential treatment and aims to consistently perform as a bowler for the team.

Tempers flared on live TV as former Pakistan stars Saqlain Mushtaq and Mohammad Hafeez clashed over Mohammad Nawaz's all-round capabilities following a crucial Super 8 defeat. Pakistan's T20 World Cup hopes now hinge on their final match and favorable results, intensifying the debate about Nawaz's role as a batsman versus bowler.

The Pakistan Cricket Board on Monday named stalwarts Misbah-ul-Haq, Saqlain Mushtaq, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Shoaib Malik and Waqar Younis as mentors of five teams taking part in the Champions Cup domestic tournament. The big names in Pakistan cricket have been appointed mentors on three-year contracts following a transparent and robust recruitment process, according a PCB statement. Waqar Younis recently worked as PCB advisor on cricket affairs while Saqlain Mushtaq is a former head coach of the national team. Misbah and Waqar have also had coaching stints with the national team.

Former Pakistan spinner Saqlain Mushtaq says the cricket authorities must seek help of former greats to find solutions for the batting woes, afflicting the national team.

Despite a politically charged atmosphere and extremist threats, the 1999 Chennai Test between India and Pakistan showcased remarkable sportsmanship. Sachin Tendulkar's valiant 136-run innings, battling injury, ultimately fell short as Pakistan secured a 12-run victory. The Chennai crowd's standing ovation for the victorious Pakistani team became a powerful testament to the spirit of sport.

Pakistan's path to the T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals hinges on a decisive victory against Sri Lanka. Following England's win over New Zealand, Pakistan must secure a substantial margin of victory, either by batting first and winning by 64 runs or chasing a target within 13.1 overs, to surpass New Zealand's net run rate.

Sachin Tendulkar’s memorable 136-run innings against Pakistan in the 1999 Chennai Test remains iconic despite India's loss. Battling severe back pain, Tendulkar led India close to victory but was dismissed with 17 runs needed. After Sachin's dismissal, India lost their last three wickets for just four runs, collapsing from 254/6 to 258 all out, falling short of the target by just 12 runs. His emotional reaction, commitment, and resilience exemplify a legendary performance under pressure, earning him Man of the Match honors even on the losing side.

Former Pakistan off-spinner Saqlain Mushtaq has been offered the position of spin bowling consultant by the Bangladesh Cricket Board but he is yet to sign the contract.

Former Australian spinner Shane Warne on Thursday picked his greatest Pakistan XI and named pacer Wasim Akram as its captain.

Despite their five-wicket defeat against Sri Lanka in the last 'Super 4' match, Pakistan head coach Saqlain Mushtaq said the team is confident that it will do well against the same rivals in the final of the T20 Asia Cup on Sunday.

Virender Sehwag's 309 in Multan during India's 2004 tour of Pakistan is one of Indian cricket's most iconic moments. He became the first Indian to score a triple century, sharing an amusing incident with Sachin Tendulkar. Their camaraderie and mutual respect on and off the field significantly benefited the Indian team.

Mohammed Shami on Thursday became the fastest to reach 200 ODI wickets in 5,126 deliveries during the Champions Trophy opener against Bangladesh. He surpassed Mitchell Starc's record. Shami also became the highest wicket-taker for India in ICC limited-overs competitions, with 74 dismissals across ICC events. He broke Zaheer Khan's record of 71 wickets.

"Saqlain is due to be with us for preparation period and for the first Test match. He will also be there for preparations and for the first ODI in India. The plan is for the first Test and ODI only," Danny Reuben, head of team communications in the ECB, said.

Saqlain Mushtaq, one of the finest exponents of the 'doosra' is somewhat perplexed that Pakistan off-spinner Saeed Ajmal's action has been deemed suspicious by the on-field umpires.

VVS Laxman fell five short of a hundred as India put up a dominating batting display before declaring their first innings at 388 for 7 on the second day of their four-day warm-up game against Sussex.

Pakistan leg-spinner Shadab Khan is seeking help from spin-bowling great Saqlain Mushtaq to revive his international career. Struggling since the T20 World Cup and absent from ODI cricket since last year, Shadab is keen on improving his bowling skills and aims for a comeback in the Champions Trophy at home.

Former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja said that while he thinks it is a difficult proposition to pick an ODI playing XI out of the India and Pakistan players he has played with or against and those he has seen since, his son had a pretty simple suggestion to give him.

Paying glowing tribute to retiring Muttiah Muralitharan, former Pakistani star Saqlain Mushtaq on Friday said the Sri Lankan spinner was the best of his era and world cricket may not see a bowler like him in next 100 years.

The Pakistan team management on Thursday said that hoisting the country's flag during training sessions is something that was introduced by interim head coach Saqlain Mushtaq.

Dinesh Kaarthick and Gautam Gambhir struck fine half centuries and shared a 129-run stand as India reached a healthy 166 for 2 at tea on the first day of their four-day tour opener against Sussex.

Saqlain Mushtaq was the only spinner who bowled a "legal doosra" during his playing career, feels India's star spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who wants game's governing body ICC to do away with the current elbow flexion of 15 degree to a permissible level.

Former England batsman Michael Atherton has said that Pakistan has a knack of producing wicket-taking bowlers and this quality sets the side apart from all the other teams in the world.

Former Pakistan all-rounder Azhar Mahmood has announced his intention to apply for the head coach position of the national team, citing his extensive experience as assistant and bowling coach. The PCB is seeking a new head coach after the resignation of foreign coaches Gary Kirsten and Jason Gillespie.

Pakistan head coach Saqlain Mushtaq lauded the Australian batters for their commendable show but at the same time conceded that the hosts were not able to produce spin-friendly tracks, leading to their 0-1 series defeat.

Star Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh is in talks with Surrey for a possible return to the English county for the second half of the next season.

Pakistan is ready to play "tough cricket" and will go for a result in the decisive third Test against Australia after the first two matches ended in draws, said head coach Saqlain Mushtaq on Friday. It is Australia's first tour to Pakistan since 1998 but the first two Tests in Rawalpindi and Karachi ended in draws, drawing criticism from all quarters regarding the pitches.

Pakistan fielding coach Grant Bradburn and spin great Saqlain Mushtaq were on Thursday appointed as PCB's Head of High Performance Coaching and Head of International Player Development, respectively, as part of a restructuring of its premier training facility here.