Shaan Agha

Pakistan have no room for error in tricky encounter

Expect plenty of fireworks when Pakistan take on the West Indies in the second match of Group 'B'. Updated 07 Jun, 2013 03:02pm

Pakistan's return to the Kingdom – of split loyalties and controversies

When Pakistan play in England there's no shortage of fans and scandals; Misbah will hope there's more of the former. Updated 06 Jun, 2013 07:54pm

Preview: Pakistan hope to avoid Ireland repeat as Champions Trophy looms

It will not get easier for the tourists as Ireland will look to cross the finishing line this time. Published 25 May, 2013 10:13pm

Preview: Ireland need a little more than luck to beat Pakistan

With the gap in talent and rankings between the two teams, it should be a routine win for Pakistan. Updated 22 May, 2013 11:25pm

Preview: Pakistan’s dependence on their bowling attack could hurt them

Pakistani batsmen are infamous for collapsing frequently but they cannot expect their bowlers to always save the day. Updated 19 May, 2013 11:13am

Preview: Correct combination key to Pakistan's success

For Pakistan, the focus against Scotland will be to get the right combination going before the Champions Trophy. Published 17 May, 2013 12:24am

The star and his fan

Shahid Afridi played his cricket outside the realm of the game itself and inside the hearts of his fans. Published 03 May, 2013 06:30pm

The star and his fan

Shahid Afridi was a sensation from day one – he played his cricket outside the realm of the game itself and inside the hearts of his fans. Published 29 Mar, 2013 02:48pm

Will Pakistan make history in Benoni?

Nothing less than a series win can decorate Pakistan's chronicle of success in South Africa. Published 23 Mar, 2013 09:11pm

Last call for Pakistan

The game, which gives Pakistan an opportunity to stay alive in the series, could not have come at a better venue than Kingsmead. Published 20 Mar, 2013 10:39pm

Pakistan must continue momentum to the fast and furious Bullring

Pakistan must banish memories of the first Test and continue to show positive intent when they return to the Bullring. Published 16 Mar, 2013 03:56pm

Misbah must play his best cards in second ODI

Pakistan have to come out and surprise South Africa with something different, maybe an innovation in batting order, in selection or just in their attitude. Published 14 Mar, 2013 11:42am

Pakistan search for series win against a full strength SA

The odds favour South Africa but if the right Pakistani team shows up, it will be an enthralling contest. Published 09 Mar, 2013 05:24pm

Pakistan, South Africa gear up for 2nd T20 amid rain threat

Pakistan would want to banish the memories of the third Test by a good show at Centurion. Published 02 Mar, 2013 04:20pm

Pakistan can surprise South Africa in T20 skirmish

In a man-to-man combat, Pakistan should come up trumps. Published 28 Feb, 2013 03:15pm

Pakistan need to be aggressive to avoid whitewash

To turn the odds in their favour, Pakistan have to surprise South Africa with an aggressive counter punch. Published 21 Feb, 2013 01:00pm

Will Cape Town witness a Pakistan fightback?

Pakistan may go into the 2nd Test with three opening batsmen to quell South Africa's new-ball threat. Published 13 Feb, 2013 10:21am

Pakistani batsmen need to stand tall at the Bullring

With a mouthwatering contest in the offing, the last thing required is an anti-climax in the form of a Pakistan batting collapse. Published 31 Jan, 2013 01:29pm

Ajmal vs Saqlain: Fair comparison?

Saqlain and Ajmal can be viewed as peas from the same pod, but intrinsically, their lives have been like chalk & cheese. Published 18 Dec, 2012 02:20pm

Lessons learnt: Too many undefined roles

A review of Pakistan's performance at the World T20 shows it had plenty of match-winners to take the trophy, but no apparent plan. Published 15 Oct, 2012 01:09pm