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Former India and Mumbai fast bowler Salil Ankola is undergoing treatment for severe depression at a rehab centre near Pune. His wife, Ria Ankola, confirmed he was admitted after struggling to cope with his mother's passing in October 2024. The family is optimistic about his recovery, highlighting his fighter spirit and the support he has received from the cricket fraternity.

Former India cricketer Salil Ankola is undergoing treatment for severe depression near Pune. Ankola, who debuted in the iconic 1989 Karachi Test alongside Sachin Tendulkar, had a career interrupted by injuries and a tumor. After transitioning to acting, he returned to cricket administration before facing emotional struggles following his mother's death.

Mukesh Kumar has emerged as an unlikely yet vital weapon for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026, silencing doubters with discipline and control. Backed by the team management, the Bengal pacer has relied on hard lengths and consistency to deliver.

Sunil Gavaskar has strongly refuted hypocrisy claims regarding his stance on Indian ownership benefiting Pakistani cricketers in overseas leagues. He clarified his commentary roles and denied receiving payment for a Dubai show during the Asia Cup, emphasizing his desire for Indians to cease financially supporting Pakistani players. Gavaskar's remarks follow Abrar Ahmed's signing by Sunrisers Leeds.

Pakistan selector Aaqib Javed sparked debate after comparing Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah to Usman Tariq, citing his unusual bowling action. Bumrah starred in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, finishing joint-highest wicket-taker with 14 wickets alongside Varun Chakravarthy. His 4/15 in the final against New Zealand national cricket team helped India secure a dominant 96-run victory.

Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar achieved his historic 100th international century on March 16, 2012, against Bangladesh in the Asia Cup. This monumental feat, after a year-long wait, cemented his status as a legend. Despite the immense pressure, Tendulkar's patient 114-run innings showcased his enduring class, inspiring a generation.

Former Pakistan bowler Mohammad Asif has alleged that waqar younis used to cheat with the ball in order to get more reverse swing.

Pakistan's national T20 captain Sarfaraz Ahmad has played down reports that he was scared of former head coach waqar younis and did not speak out because of his fear.

Aakash Chopra recounted waqar younis's high praise for Jasprit Bumrah, asserting that the Indian pacer surpasses even Wasim Akram in skill and strategic thinking. Younis believes Bumrah's understanding of the game at this age is unparalleled. Andy Roberts also lauded Bumrah, suggesting he could have led the West Indies' formidable pace attack.

Former Pakistan skipper waqar younis on Friday said he would quit social media after an obscene video was liked from his verified Twitter handle which he claimed was hacked.

Mohsin Naqvi, chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board, considered appointing former captain waqar younis as Director of Cricket Affairs. The decision aimed to decentralize cricket management and involve specialists. Younis's extensive experience made him a suitable candidate. This move was part of Naqvi's plan to ensure expert oversight in cricket operations.

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.

Jasprit Bumrah has achieved a significant milestone in 2024 by breaking waqar younis's record for the best strike rate and average by a fast bowler in international cricket across formats in a calendar year. With 86 wickets in 21 matches, Bumrah's impressive performance places him as the leading wicket-taker, which he continues to carry Indian bowling on his shoulder as a modern-day great.

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi responded to criticism about his cricketing knowledge, emphasizing his commitment to deliver results. He announced the formation of a six-member advisory board led by waqar younis and a new domestic cricket structure. Naqvi highlighted the importance of new initiatives aimed at improving domestic cricket and ensuring better international performance.

A day after former Pakistan captain waqar younis sparked fresh controversy when he said watching Pakistan wicketkeeper-batsman Mohammad Rizwan "offer namaz in front of Hindus was very special to him", the former pacer issued an apology on Wednesday.

Pakistan pacer Hasan Ali has said that head coach Misbah-ul-Haq and bowling coach waqar younis should not have resigned from their posts ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup.

Pakistan team's head coach waqar younis made it loud and clear that he would remain in charge and Miandad's role would be restricted in the team.

Former Pakistan captain and coach waqar younis will be one of the coaches in the forthcoming Sri Lankan Premier League Twenty20 cricket tournament, the organisers of SLPL said.

Jasprit Bumrah on Saturday said that he had grown up watching Pakistan bowling legends waqar younis and Wasim Akram bowl magical deliveries and the Indian pacer acknowledged the praise he got from Waqar for his match-winning performance.

Pakistan cricket team will take some time to settle in absence of banned seniors players, feels the new coach waqar younis.