Azhar, Hafeez ‘boycott’ training camp over Amir's inclusion
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Pakistan's plans for next year's World Twenty20 have suffered a major setback after ODI captain Azhar Ali and opener Mohammad Hafeez boycotted a fitness training camp which also included the spot-fixing tainted pacer Mohammad Amir.
Amir's bid to make a comeback to the national side was given a major boost last week after the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) inducted the fast bowler in a camp for 26 players which also includes T20 captain Shahid Afridi.
And on Wednesday the board issued a detailed press release backing Amir's return to the national setup going as far as saying that “even Islam calls for forgiveness in such cases.”
But PCB's efforts to reintegrate the pacer back into the Pakistan side took a hit on Thursday after Ali and Hafeez failed to 'report to the camp' at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore.
“Hafeez and Azhar Ali attended the camp in the morning but have not reported back,” PCB media manager Agha Akbar told Dawn without divulging too many details.
Azhar, however, went public with his opposition soon after the development was reported in the news.
“We will not take part in a camp which also includes Amir. We will not back down on our stance but are willing to discuss the matter with PCB chairman Shaharyar Khan,” Azhar was quoted as saying by Geo News.
In November, Hafeez turned down an offer from Chittagong Vikings to feature in the Bangladesh Premier League as the franchise had already signed Amir.
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Hafeez reportedly turned down an offer of around 10 million Pakistani rupees as the franchise snapped up Amir in a pre-draft deal.
The former captain said he could not 'share a dressing room with a player who tarnished the image of Pakistan.'
“It is not about individuals or any personality clash. It is about the image of Pakistan cricket. I cannot play with any player who has tarnished and brought a bad name to the country,” Hafeez was quoted as saying by ESPNCricinfo.
“This is my personal opinion and this is not just about Pakistani players, it's about all players,” the 35-year-old added.
“I didn't get a direct offer from the BPL team but some agent came up with the offer and I turned it down only because I didn't want to share a dressing room with that player.”
Earlier this month, former captain and ambassador of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), Ramiz Raja, was critical of the PCB's sympathy towards Amir and said that if he had powers to make a call on the matter, he would have never let the young fast bowler play again.
“Pakistan cricket has suffered a lot. I don’t have courage to face any more shocks or jolts again. I have experienced this practically and those who have witnessed such things practically can’t forgive the characters involved in the act,” said Ramiz, in an interview.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:32pm
What setback?? I say good riddance!
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Dec 24, 2015 03:33pm
Drop both of them.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:35pm
Bad move guys, you should not create environment like this. Amir will be part of the team in any case, as his performance is speaking loudly.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:35pm
too much ego.
I stand with amir.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:36pm
prof sb just driven by ego , remember this game is not yours, you are playing on behalf of this nation and majority wants him to win for this country thats it. there are other greater things which have tarnished the image of this nation kindly show your stand on them aswell
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Dec 24, 2015 03:36pm
Immature behavior!
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Dec 24, 2015 03:36pm
Hafiz and Azhar should be immediatley dropped , they have principles this is against pakistani culture
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Dec 24, 2015 03:36pm
Plz Hafeed and Azhar dont be children. He has been punished for what he has done, now he should be playing,, he is one of the best blowers....
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Dec 24, 2015 03:36pm
thank you both for your service... Next batsman in plz...
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Dec 24, 2015 03:36pm
Bye Hafeez & Azhar Ali nobody is bigger than the team.Over the last few decades we have had to many Divas in the team.This has to stop now, their must be a mile long queue of talented players that could replace these two at the drop of a hat..
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Dec 24, 2015 03:37pm
Both these men are of utmost virtue. Pakistan is lucky to have them.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:37pm
Haffez and Azhar need to grow up. Amir has every right to play for Pakistan and in my opinion, he has been targeted because of his talent. If they are willing to play with 'suspicious' players like the akmal brothers, why can't they play with Amir?
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Dec 24, 2015 03:37pm
Dump them both and go ahead with Amir. Amir has received his punishment already and that is end of the story.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:39pm
Without his bowling, Hafeez has become a liability already, while Azhar should look at his own performance in the format he is not even fit to play let alone be a leader. We need Amir to boost the declining bowling attack to compete especially in the world cup.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:39pm
Clearly, People such as Hafeez and Azhar havent ever heard or learnt of anything like giving a person another chance..... The guy has served his punishment, committed that crime when he was only 18 and has shown remorse multiple times on different platforms...he has shown a lot of courage to return to the game and is delivering performances far better than hafeez and azhar
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Dec 24, 2015 03:39pm
Boycott ... till what time, Professor?
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Dec 24, 2015 03:40pm
Again Mismanagement from PCB; all captains should be taken into confidence before taking Amir on board
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Dec 24, 2015 03:41pm
Pcb should take disciplinary action against these two .
This is what happens when you empower mediocres like axher and hafeez
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Dec 24, 2015 03:41pm
These 2 don't deserve a place in the team even if they don't boycott.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:41pm
No one is above the Cricket . Hafiz is always a trouble maker. Any one leaves the camp should not be allowed to return to the camp. Discipline first .
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Dec 24, 2015 03:42pm
I agree Pakistan comes first but around the globe if someone comits wrongdoing,he is pubished accordingly in Amir,s case he has been punished and now is a free man just like all of us. People in our country have looted billions but went scotfree why not make statements against them too. If Amir was banned for his crime and missed on his golden years now Forgiveness is due.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:42pm
hafeez and azhar don't have any issues with their tainted coach waqar younis
ramiz raja has no issues with his friends mushtaq and wasim who are clearly mentioned in justic report for match fixing
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Dec 24, 2015 03:43pm
Their action tantamount to challenging PCB management decision and under no circumstances should be accepted. Simply give both the players a notice to revisit their decision or else both of them are out for good and cancel their contract as a deterrent for others to learn.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:44pm
After Looking at the sympathy this guys is getting from Pakistani people, I can safely say that Pakistani people don't deserve best leaders at helm they deserve people like Zardari and Nawaz and others.
It doesn't mean I am against Amir.People ask to forgive him ,
Amir served his term in jail, but he should not be allowed to play for country ,yes he should be allowed to play for any club in world but not for his own country he let down.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:45pm
great guys .
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Dec 24, 2015 03:46pm
Put Hafeez in C Category.... Everyone knows the Amir has learnt his lesson and will never do anything again... Plus Hafeez banned after bowling with illegal action and Azhar(only good for test or slow slow paced ODI) understand they have no chance in T20 cricket....
PCB needs to take a stand....
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Dec 24, 2015 03:46pm
Blessing in Disguise. Selectors would never have dropped them. Please Please look for Talented Youngsters. Enough of these two. Amir should play.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:47pm
This is really wrong from both Hafeez and Azar and they should not dictate in this manor. Both of them should be dropped and Amir should be give a chance. He was very young when he made the mistake and has already paid the price.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:47pm
Tactic may not be the best but agree with the principle that Amir needs to be shunned. Maligning national image and country's reputation is equivalent to treason. Ban Aamir for life and move on.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:47pm
Azhar Ali and Muhammad Hafeez. Both of you forget in Pakistan people only care about winning. Moral and Ethics are no more in Pakistan.
Whenever Amir makes a "wide ball or no ball" no one can point spot fixing or match fixing because he is now clean.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:51pm
i have no sympathy with AAmir either, but these two should be dropped.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:52pm
Very disappointing affair. Aamir was a young boy led astray by his captain & surely deserves another chnace
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Dec 24, 2015 03:52pm
Hafiz have no authority, making grouping union, Azhar both are banned in PAK.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:52pm
Unbelievable! Amir is worth many times over these two. Unfortunately, player politics still persists unabated in the camp. When PCB, the cricket institution, has decided to include Amir, who on earth do you think you are especially Mr. Hafeez. A truly below average, spineless, nerve-wrecked cricketer who probably only excels at politics.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:54pm
@ifzal I agree with you because Amir has at least one decade career left and Hafeez has only one year left. he is already 35 years old. total stupidity by Azhar..
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Dec 24, 2015 03:55pm
why they are playing under Waqar as coach who was named in Justice Qayyum's report, morals run all the same for every corrupt person.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:55pm
@zee As per principals they are bound by the PCB discipline. It is non of their business who is playing with them as it is the decision of PCB and selection committee. Both of these guys should be dropped for rebellion.
For Aamir I would say that he already has become an example for the youngsters as 5 precious years of his career are gone. Also he was a 17 years kid at that time who was persuaded by his captain.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:56pm
Respected Azhar Ali's decision.. He was playing very good when tainted player maligned Pakistan. AA should try to forget and move on.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:57pm
Hafeez, Azhar's intolerance towards Amir and boycott of training session is a clear sign of grouping within the squad. These guys should be dealt strictly. Pakistan needs Amir.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:58pm
Amir should bot be given easy access.Lets not forget he embarrased the nation and kept on lying to the nation and made fun of us .if easy access is given surely lots of other players will do it too.give him hard time.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:59pm
immense respect for both these players for taking a stand on this issue knowing fully well that both of them can lose their spots & potentially putting their careers in jeopardy by going against the management decision. we need more like them.
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Dec 24, 2015 03:59pm
Wow, the comments above me are amazing!! Amir committed a crime, yes he was punished. But there is no way he should be allowed back in the national squad. Look if we can forgive him, why dont we forgive Zardari (who has been cleared of corruption), or Nawaz Sharif (cases him are not proven) or even Modi (who was cleared from the courts over his possible involvement in the Gujrat fiasco)? Why the double standards? I say we forgive Modi as well then!
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Dec 24, 2015 04:01pm
both should be sacked from the team.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:04pm
It's time to drop both of them. They are not in any position to judge Amir. Pakistan cricket is better off without these two
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Dec 24, 2015 04:04pm
@Pakistani-Australian I agree with you rather I would say one step more. Hafeez himself played all of his career and now about to retire. He himself has been reported for suspicious action many times.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:05pm
Ramiz is relentlessly doing his best to keep Amir out....
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Dec 24, 2015 04:05pm
Hafeez and Azhar Reacting like God?? Even God is so forgiving. Amir should be given chance as he was too young at that time and and secondly and most importantly his talent will will benefit the country.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:06pm
What do you both think of yourselves? !! Fine them for not reporting back...
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Dec 24, 2015 04:07pm
Hafez and Azhar good for nothing better drop them get young best replacement for them, they are not in Amir's position .. 35+ old Hafeez and azhar doesn't matter if they retire.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:07pm
With all due respect, Azhar & Hafeez are mediocre players whereas Amir by virtue of his brilliance automatically selects himself. Why all the hassle?
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Dec 24, 2015 04:08pm
Azhar, Hafeez's intolerance towards Amir and their silly boycott of the training session are the clear signs of grouping within the squad. These guys should be dealt strictly. Pakistan needs Amir especially when playing the fast wickets like that of NewZeeland.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:09pm
cricketers like Azhar & Hafeez at the cost of Aamir.........! Ok drop both of them forever and their followers as well. No need these cricketers.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:09pm
@ Kashmiri Agree with u 100%. Unfortunately this is what my nation has become. They can't understand the difference b/w a simple crime & a treason. I m also happy to see very few standing with Hafeez & Azhar stance (no matter how much pathetic playeres these two are), since there are some things that are never forgiven.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:09pm
i think vast majority of Pak supporters would agree with me that let the young fast baller play for God's sake, his was one of the best ballers we have ever seen before the unfortunate incident. but hey he was only 18 years old, young naive who has served his time,,, get over it professor, and ali you both are infact out of form! maybe you want some limelight in the media thats why you doing this childish acts. let me tell you something you two are not doing Pakistan any favours at all! we all make mistakes in our live, and we learn from them. Hopefully, the telented Amir will play and make us proud again, inshallah.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:09pm
One question to Hafiz and Azhar ali "so called our Captain".
Do you guys have courage to face bowler like Amir. If hazeez gets a chance , he will also ban Dale Steyn from International Cricket.
Pakistan Cricket does not need anyone from outside . We as nation are sufficient in self distraction
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Dec 24, 2015 04:10pm
Drop both of them and bring amir back who will spearhead the bowling attack in the world T20 and will bring world cup to Pakistan
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Dec 24, 2015 04:11pm
Wow what a setback....Azhar and Hafeez are week and unimpressive while Amir is full of fire and tellent....Let these two weak go ...there is no need of them any way...Amir on the other hand has all what we need....He is the only one who can full the emptiness of great Like Waqar,Waseem and Shoiab
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Dec 24, 2015 04:11pm
Pakistan should boycott World T20.
With this kind of team morale, they are anyways not going to win.
Unnecessarily there will be more humiliation, especially on losing to India.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:12pm
Great. Liabilities gone.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:13pm
If Hafiz and Azhar really think of Pakistan image, the should welcome Amir, and they should accept decision of the board. This is not players decision who to play, this is PCB decision.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:13pm
Very well done hafeez and azhar Ali at least we have someone to stand for their principles, Goodluck, as pakistani nation have no space for those having principles
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Dec 24, 2015 04:16pm
Both combined are not even 50% of talent that is Amir.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:16pm
Amir served the punishment which is not common in Pakistani society. Hafeez has no problems playing with Waqar Younis, Saleem Malik, Kaneria and other tainted players
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Dec 24, 2015 04:16pm
Azhar and Hafeez, get real and try to play for your team. If you are a team man you will rather that playing into hands of Ramiz Raja will back and strenghten your team. Very irresponsible on part of a current captain and ex captain.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:16pm
A very harsh stance - but if inner side doesnt allow any compromise on the princiaple then no one can do any thing.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:16pm
God. What drama.
Get rid of them both.
At least Amir is showing he can do a lot for Pakistan. AND we are in desperate need of a bowler like him.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:17pm
PCB take strong action Azhar & Hafiz for this conspiracy bar them, Amir is more worth than these two players.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:17pm
people supporting Amir!!! nothing can be expect from them other than support corruption which they r doing from decades. Now the same trend will be followed in cricket.Bravo Corruption
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Dec 24, 2015 04:18pm
drop them both
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Dec 24, 2015 04:20pm
Happy that I can see some good sign for Pakistan cricket.Hafeez place in the team can easily replace By Razzaq/Babar Azam/Saad Nasim(for one day n T20).For Test F Alam is much much better player thn him.Mr Captain place easily cover up A Shazad,Sami Islam/S Masod.I think these 2 player alrdy realized that their time is up that why they dnt know what they are talking about!!!!
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Dec 24, 2015 04:21pm
That's called player power,he should be out he was not good anyways!
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Dec 24, 2015 04:22pm
@Mani u have a great sense of cricket, Azar Ali is pakistan cricket next big gun, and call him liability
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Dec 24, 2015 04:22pm
Amir has all the right after serving his ban. It PCB decision not of any individuals. All individuals are employees of PCB. they dont have power to decide the fate of any individual.
if they have problem , they should not play
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Dec 24, 2015 04:24pm
Azhar and Hafeez should be issued a stern warning and if they repeat this, they should be dropped from the camp. Besides, Chittagong never made that offer for Hafeez, it was just him boasting.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:25pm
Seems like both Hafiz & Azhar have not matured. Definitely Pakistani team can live & pull on better without both of them - simply drop them & let new blood Amir shows his talents. PCB is doing an excellent job to back Amir & standing firmly behind him.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:27pm
Great...makes easy for selectors to put two more ... stay at home your country needs you...
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Dec 24, 2015 04:27pm
Azhar Ali is a very cool guy but I don't know how he acted like that...!
If there is any "daal me kuch kala hai" then Hafeez and Azhar must bring it to the media and let the nation know.
But if only ego then PCB is completely failed institution.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:28pm
I had said this already, this talented guy should leave all these players and management who have not done anything wrong in their entire life and look for citizenship for a new country like Bangladesh or South Africa who will accept this talent whole heartedly. It would be great to see Amir bowl along side Morkel and Steyn or Mortaza and Mustafizur and win matches and take wickets against these players who act like they have never made any mistake or done anything wrong in their life. You are waisting your time and talent here Amir.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:28pm
Well done Hafeez and Azhar Ali...sports does not require cheats. Whether it is cricket or football, the world needs good honest clean play across the board so that young people can be motivated to do the same. Those saying next batsman, which batsmen are you referring to? This team cant even muster up 150 without struggling.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:30pm
@umar Totally agree with you Umar
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Dec 24, 2015 04:30pm
Drop both of them, they are not worth it..
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Dec 24, 2015 04:31pm
M. Hafeez is afraid of getting out again by Aamir, Azhar should concentrate on his performance & should not at the behest of others fall prey to controversies. Aamir is more important for the future of Pakistan cricket than Hafeez. Professor is already 35 years old & his bowling action has been challenged, it is good for him to play the remaining cricket left in him without much ado about Aamir
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Dec 24, 2015 04:31pm
Time will decide how much disgrace he will bring for the nation once he will be back. lets see his talent as well and how much that will be converted for pakistan
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Dec 24, 2015 04:32pm
Good Decision
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Dec 24, 2015 04:33pm
@HOPE
You are hopeless
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Dec 24, 2015 04:34pm
what Amir did,why they feel threatened ???...they are bound upon harming not only the cricket team but the whole image and fail PSL...who are they working for...???
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Dec 24, 2015 04:35pm
As per principals Azhar & Hafeez they are bound by the PCB discipline. It is non of their business who is playing with them as it is the decision of PCB and selection committee. Both of these guys should be dropped for rebellion. For Aamir I would say that he already has become an example for the youngsters as 5 precious years of his career are gone. Also he was a 17 years kid at that time who was persuaded by his captain. Azhar & Hafeez should banned or rebellion.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:37pm
Dear hafeez and Azhar Ali,
Please note, you can not deny importance of people who watch your game.
And Amir has been favorite and still favorite of spectators,
If public want him, administration want him, then you should respect that.
Unfortunately all of new bowlers did not inspire us much and still Pakistan is unable to produce the class of Amir.
Most of us badly waited for his return and now we want him in the squad
Any other bowler Compete with him on the merit. If he can perform and give us wins then he should be in the team simple is that.
I hope you understand
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Dec 24, 2015 04:40pm
You two think other players around the globe are Frishtas !!! Both Asif and Amir were clearly targeted. They did not throw away the match. They did minor crime and got punishment more than they deserved. I am not trying to justify them but do you think that your behavior is serving an good purpose?
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Dec 24, 2015 04:42pm
Ban Amir , Asif and Salman for life like Danish Kaneria. Najem Sethi should stop paving the way for Culprits. The trio deceived the whole nation and tried level best to dodge ICC as well. I am shocked to see that instead of supporting the principled stance of AZHAR ALI more than 95 comments are favor of a match fixer. It shows the mentality of the Nation.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:42pm
Hafiz and Azhar ali "so called Captain". Azhar knew very well that he lost Bangla wash /England lost, mirror is infront of him that in New zeland he going to have another white wash. Azhar Good trick to famous in media nothing worth you both Amir is Super.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:42pm
@HOPE Do you know how many standards are there in Cricket? Some say double. I don't agree. There are more than two.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:44pm
If they both have an EGO problem on Amir's inclusion in the pakistan team or its training camp, drop them both from the Pakistan side for good.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:46pm
No player can dictate who should ir shouldn't play for Pakistan. It is Boards decession not players.
Hafeez and Azhar are undermining PCB. What nonsense.
Amir can serve his country now more then these 2. Regardless of how he effected the image of Pakistan in the first place. He has the talent and skill well beyond any other player currently in Pakistan. If he doesn't proform then drop him. If he gets Pakistan victories and improves their ranking, this is all good, wht object.
These players are anti Pakustan progress, who are thet representing?
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Dec 24, 2015 04:47pm
This is not generosity from them what cricket actually suggests.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:50pm
as professional sportsmen they should not interfere in maters of selectors and PCB ... Amir should be in the team if selectors think so ... on the other hand because of his past doings Amir will never get the respect back nationally and internationally and he just has to live with it for the rest of his life WHICH IS ALREADY THE BIGGEST PUNISHMENT POSSIBLE
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Dec 24, 2015 04:50pm
The rule of the Management, Management is always right. This is your turn Mr Sharyar PCB chief show your authority to these two Azhar & Hafiz ???
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Dec 24, 2015 04:55pm
Hafeez and Azhar now are trying to project themselves bigger than they are. I would gladly say good bye to both and will not hurt Pakistan cricket at all. They are foolishly hurting Pakistan cricket by keeping the issue in the lime light unnecessarily. The matter is done and dusted and should be left at that. I believe it can be a bit of jealousy as well because they know that Amir will get some attention. Nobody is above the law and they have no right to decide who plays and who does not. If they have any guts they should bicker about other players like Wasim Akram, Mushataq Ahmad and even Waqar Younis who have been found doing many not so nice things in their cricketing lives. Wake up guys and mind your own business.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:56pm
i think its about time to get rid of Azher Ali n to tell Hafeez to focus on his game instead of being a saint..
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Dec 24, 2015 04:56pm
thanks God and stay out - PLEASE DO NOT COME BACK!!1
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Dec 24, 2015 04:57pm
@zee agreed
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Dec 24, 2015 04:57pm
One beckons at the hypocrisy of Rameez Raja. Pakistan needs the talent of Amir. He has repented and is still young. If we can forgive zardari and make him president, why we have to draw the line on such a talent. And if you are so anti-corruption, why Mr. Raja you are sharing the stage with the likes of Ijaz Ahmed, Waseem Akram and Moin Khan. Every body knows what they have been upto in the past.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:58pm
Double Standards
Why both are palying with Waqar and Mushtaq?
Both should be issued Show Cause for dis respecting PCB and ICC.
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Dec 24, 2015 04:59pm
Indiscipline is against team spirit. It is clear that by their acting out the damage is already done. Now the right course of action would be to drop the duo, and anybody else who follows them.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:00pm
Drop both of them,both should know that Pakistan cricket can go on with them.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:03pm
PCB say without asking thank u - Azhar and Hafiz pls do not come back.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:03pm
Hafeez is himself disgruntle and low level batsmen. Azhar Ali have no future , he should be thankful that Amir will be playing for him in One-Day to give him success. If both these players don't comeback, take them off from the ground permanently. We have more than enough players who are sitting in a line to replace them.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:05pm
how many teams in the cricket world would have a place for Hafeez , Azhar or Amir?
Answer this for yourself and decide who out of these 3 are important to team Pakistan.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:06pm
These guys should focus on their game. They'll have plenty of years to indulge in politics.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:06pm
This could be blessing in disguise drop both of them
Both are losing their worth in limited overs cricket
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Dec 24, 2015 05:07pm
Hafeez and Azhar u r looking for cheap publicity. Better stay at home.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:10pm
The talent of the two combined, is not even half of the man (Amir).
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Dec 24, 2015 05:10pm
We need to sort out this attitude, if they don't tend to attend the training camp they should not be included in the squad !
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Dec 24, 2015 05:13pm
PCB should talk to them and respect for their cause.Try to persuade them regarding the positive side of Amir and his dire necessity for the present team, especially for the foreign tour.PCB must act strongly to uphold it's decision.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:13pm
Guys we all should sign a petition on Facebook in support of Muhammad Amir! We all want Amir back!
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Dec 24, 2015 05:14pm
Say good bye to two Azhar & Hafeez without any notice, show same authority shown Late Air Marshal Noor Khan at the time Kerry Packer, half of Pakistan team went to joined in KP and Noor Khan selected new bright talent players. These to have no value.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:15pm
Azhar and Hafeez can go and sit where the sun dont shine. No body cares. Hafeez's talent was there for all to see .. when Steyn made him his bunny and Azhar has to prove himself at any level, he's still an average cricketer at best.
They are no where near the class of Amir. The fact that Amir failed the entire nation 5 years ago....that failure was equally a failure on behalf of the management. It was the management's job to protect a superstar 18 year old, with bookies sneaking in and meeting these players, where the hell was the management when all of this was happening? I didnt see Azhar and Hafeez protesting against the management all these years.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:16pm
agreed sohailanwar , both not performing.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:19pm
I have a point here to mention and this is serious too. Imagine even if these two players are including in team while during the field i doubt they will be cooperating Amir in the field which will be disastrous for the team.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:20pm
Amir got his punishment. Nation is ready to give him a second chance. Board is giving him this opportunity. I think Azhar and Hafeez should remain in their limits and don't over react on his inclusion.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:20pm
Well i am surprised with Azhar stanc in this, being captain of Pak cricket how cm u overruled the discipline of PCB. Nd u hav already created a lobby against the grt talent of Pak.. U shud hav approach this in a mature manner..
Its high tht Mr Shereyar shud take lead and ask evy1 to stop creating obstacles agst this Grt Talent, as PCB mang plus whole nation had already forgiven this guy.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:22pm
@fahad.naseem
Yes, Best way to deal with these two.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:23pm
We all know it does not make any difference if Hafeez and Azhar are not part of the team. PCB should work on promoting Amir to be the next captain. The only thing that counts is performance.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:24pm
It's an Irony of our country, these players are sharing a country with worst possible politician and tarnishing humanity not just country but they can't support a player who is much younger then them and paid a price of his mistake he did. what a double standard
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Dec 24, 2015 05:24pm
Look like gully cricket if that child will play i will not play.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:24pm
let the team move on without Azhar and Hafeez. They are useless any ways. I support M Amir inclusion.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:24pm
It is not their prerogative as to who is selected. They can express their displeasure but do not have the right to enforce their opinion. It is not their mandate. What if a certain player in the team does want Amir to play, should he boycott if Amir is dropped?
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Dec 24, 2015 05:24pm
@Kashmiri
He is done his punishment and also has asked for pardon. What do you want? also what about many other cricketers?
Amir and Nawaz sharif or zardari has no comparison.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:25pm
Do do not let Azhar and Hafeez in the team please. Hafeez's time is over, and the Azhar's role in Pakistan cricket is uncertain. What is sure the Amir rule in fast bolwing globally.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:25pm
@Rashid Do you have any sane suggestions for replacements. Fact remains Pakistan batting line up cant score 100 between them without several failures.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:26pm
I don't know why every News Paper & Channel is saying that Hafeez turned down an offer from Chittagong Vikings when the owner & captain of Chittagong Vikings have clearly said that we never approach Hafeez.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:29pm
Both should be banned for 5 years for indiscipline.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:30pm
players cant fight pcb..its like players controlling pcb..if they dont wana play for pak then its ok...sit home and cancel their contract let them play like kevvin pietersen themself in bpl n ccl
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Dec 24, 2015 05:32pm
we can have many batsmen like Hafez but Amir is a diamond rare and hard to find.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:33pm
That is very good news. We can replace them with more productive players.they are not innocent either. ...
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Dec 24, 2015 05:33pm
Let them go. There is plenty of talent in the wings.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:36pm
I think the team would be much better off if we have some spine in our bowling attack, as that has been our historic forte'.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:38pm
Salute to both of them for maintaining a good stance. We should not tolerate anyone in any field who is corrupt and defames the country.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:39pm
PCB management should take a very strict discipline against the duo.Let the merit to prevail.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:44pm
If anybody refuses to play with Amir then they should replace the players who are not willing to play for their country,there are plenty of YOUNG players waiting to play for Pakistan not for themselves,Hafeez AND zahar should be given a warning for not playing,Amir has been given clean slate to play then who are players who refuse to play.
I welcome Amir with open arms.I think we should drop both of them.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:46pm
Publicity stunt by both. Issue creaters.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:46pm
Hafeez got himself and Azhar run out AGAIN!!
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Dec 24, 2015 05:47pm
I think PCB should ban Hafeez and Azhar and let Amir play. Amir probably will be more helpful for Pakistan cricket than these two in coming years.
We should not let our institutes get blackmailed by few individuals.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:47pm
Amir deserve to be in Pakistan team. He has got his punishement. Azhar and Hafeez are just showing that they are angels but they are not ...
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Dec 24, 2015 05:48pm
A very childish attitude. If Amir had not been so young I would agree, he has no space in Pakistan cricket anymore. But the fact is, he was young and influence by his captain and a senior player, he deserves a second chance.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:48pm
Hafeez must be concerned about his place in the team but what is the issue with Azhar? I suggest PCB leave them them out.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:48pm
If Hafeez and Azhar boycott the camp, their contracts cancelled. Discipline is utmost important. Can anyone tell their employer we don't feel like doing this and still keep their jobs? Time for PCB to stand up and show what it is made of.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:51pm
Good riddance.. immature minds.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:53pm
Its all about winning. If Amir can help Pakistan win then he should play.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:53pm
Both should be out of Pakistan team. Amir has served his sentence and has every right to play.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:55pm
They are not above Islam,if Islam forgives what is their value.
Try to make them understand,if they don't then SAY GOOD BYE TO THEM!
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Dec 24, 2015 05:56pm
these two should be dropped and made apologise including Ramiz Raja, may they all should leave Pakistan considering how much corruption there is within the country i can bet my life on it that these would have paid someone in some department to have something done, so its very hypocritical that they can give someone some corrupt individual have some work done then call someone else a cheat
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Dec 24, 2015 05:57pm
Hafeez and Azhar are both digging holes for themselves. Hafeez minus his bowling is already struggling to maintain his position in the side.
Azhar Ali's ODI career is already in doubts as he himself and Pakistan cricket team are struggling in ODIs. Shoaib Malik is already lobbying to take over ODI captaincy and once Afridi retires Shoaib Malik is set to take over captaincy for the T20 team as well. Which in my opinion will be a disaster for Pakistan cricket.
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Dec 24, 2015 05:58pm
Get rid of Hafeez and Azhar. No player is bigger than the team. Bring in some youngsters. Amir is talented they are trying to undermine him. Jealousy.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:00pm
PCB should take action against both of them.Better axe them if they continue this none sense.
They just want to earn cheap reputation in this matter.
Who does not make mistakes in life ' To err is human'.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:01pm
He is in better form than both you. stay out. no problem.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:02pm
This is so ridiculous. Under no law (man-made or natural) or even ethically it is appropriate to do what Hafeez, Azhar, Rameez are doing.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:04pm
“even Islam calls for forgiveness in such cases.”
Azhar and Hafeez's egos will hurt them.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:04pm
Hafiz and azar can leave
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Dec 24, 2015 06:05pm
@Concerned Pakistani
You are right!
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Dec 24, 2015 06:10pm
Amir was just a stupid teenager when he committed that mistake. Give him more punishment but do not throw him out of cricket. He must have invested lot of time for Cricket. We are not sure about his education. If you do not give him an option to change, what good does this do to Pak cricket? Forgive him with some more punishment but let him play.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:10pm
Principled people and honest players have no place in Pakistan.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:11pm
PCB should drop them and induct new players as this is a good opportunity to groom a fresh blood.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:13pm
Aren't these guys bound by the central contract?
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Dec 24, 2015 06:13pm
I support Azhar and Hafeez on this issue, at least they do not bowl one foot long no-balls for money.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:15pm
Disciplinary action must be taken against them. Both are destroying the environment now.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:17pm
Good bye Hafeez and Azhar.
Thank you for leaving Pakistani team.
Both are inconsistent in their performances and a burden On the team.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:18pm
Improve your performance not by getting fame in the news papers by objecting such useless approach, he is a good performer he has all the right to be in. You guys brought the same shame by performing poor in last series and still are in the team. he is performing well and why not in the team yet?
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Dec 24, 2015 06:19pm
Say good bye to Hafeez and Azhar if they change their stance. No individual can blackmail the PCB.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:20pm
Let's get rid the pair of them, if they don't believe in giving someone a second chance than these two shouldn't be given any more chances, considering their poor performance time and time again.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:20pm
Huge mistake by both, they are not bigger than game. They cannot appoint themselves as guardians of "morality"! Self righteous attitude is always wrong.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:23pm
stop sharing room with waqar younis, mushtaq ahmed, waseem akram, they all were convicted by the court waseem akaram was involved in fixing whenver you been asked about your good performance you would say o waseem akram waqas younis muhstaq ahmed are our role modle ,,,
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Dec 24, 2015 06:23pm
Amir Must Be Banned.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:24pm
i think vast majority of Pak supporters would agree with me that let the young fast baller play for God's sake, his was one of the best ballers we have ever seen before the unfortunate incident. but hey he was only 18 years old, young naive who has served his time,,, get over it professor, and ali you both are infact out of form! maybe you want some limelight in the media thats why you doing this childish acts. let me tell you something you two are not doing Pakistan any favours at all! we all make mistakes in our live, and we learn from them. Hopefully, the telented Amir will play and make us proud again, inshallah.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:31pm
Hafeez's objection is without MERIT since he has already played against Amir in Bagladesh.
Azhar's objection is TANTAMOUNT to trying to get 2 things- publicity and some BROWNEE points with PCB.
Thats all.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:36pm
i believe its all the team and azhar as captain is representing them
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Dec 24, 2015 06:37pm
Mismanagement by PCB. Announce your stance and then stick to it, you do not need to give moral and religious lessons. From Hafeez, I would like to ask just one thing, why did you go on to share the dressing room with Inzi, Waqar and Mushtaq as all of them were convicted by the justice Qayum and fined too.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:38pm
TWO OF THEM GOING AGAINST BOARD'S DECISION. THEY SHOULD BE SERVED A SHOWCAUSE LETTER.
AMIR HAS SERVED HIS PUNISHMENT AND SHOULD BE ALLOWED TO PLAY. We had Shane Warne,Marlon Samuels etc. banned and come back after serving their punishment.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:40pm
With Pakistan cricket facing too many problems, this kind of controversy will compound it's problems. I think these kids do not realise that soon cricket will be a alien name in this country so forget everything and make the hay as long as the sun shines. Amir is not a problem, the attitude of these self appointed moral vigilantes is a problem.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:40pm
the team will do just fine without azhar and Hafeez . They are totally expandable. It's not like they are superstars or anything. Anyways let's move on and not give these 2 too much attention.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:41pm
pcb please take a right decession amir was innocent
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Dec 24, 2015 06:42pm
Hats off to both of these players. No one from tainted trio should be allowed to play at international level.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:52pm
Wao, means both of you will watch T20 with your families at home. good decision
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Dec 24, 2015 06:59pm
And to add to my earlier comment, when resolved, make Azhar Ali captain of the test team too and make Hafeez captain of the T20 team after Afridi. These two have proved to be the guys, we can trust against match fixing. Having clean captains assure you that bookies stay away from the team.
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Dec 24, 2015 06:59pm
What crap... this team is not owned by any individual... so they cant have their say which negates overall interest of the team... let board decide such matters... further, even if someone has a problem he should follow a formal recourse before making their feelings public...
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Dec 24, 2015 07:01pm
Good dicision by both of them, somebody has to take a stand against thin nonsense. Why do we give him a second chance when there are lot of telented Pakistani bowlers are waiting for first chance. He needs to go back in line.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:02pm
These are men of honour and conviction! I salute them...
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Dec 24, 2015 07:03pm
Bad move guys, you should not create environment like this. Amir will be part of the team in any case, as his performance is speaking loudly.I stand with amir
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Dec 24, 2015 07:04pm
@Zahra You are comparing apples and oranges.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:05pm
Both are shooting themselves in the foot. There are replacements and good one's are available.Amir
has paid the price.So what is this silly fuss all about? Grow up you two.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:06pm
He was only 17 or 18 at that and he deserves one chance. Asif and Salman case is different, they were very mature and seniors in the team.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:06pm
Come on you both, think for a second he was just 19 & had a very poor past.He has done mistake & it was a grave one but now he had his share of punishment. Now can we just not support him give him a constructive atmosphere & not pull him pack in the same pit.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:08pm
All for the mistake he committed in his teenage? Come on Hafeez, Azhar & Ramiz Grow Up!!! He has served his time.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:11pm
what's wrong with these guys. Aamir should be given a chance. Azar has not done well for pakistan team.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:12pm
Pakistan cricket much more important then Misbah, Hafeez & Azhar. PCB should ignore them permanently
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Dec 24, 2015 07:13pm
We all make mistakes. If Aamir has really learned the lesson out of his punishment, forgive him.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:16pm
well done Hafeez and Azhar, Till the time we dont give exemplary punishment to those who tarnish name of Pakistan, the whole world will keep on laughing at us. Moreover, Muhammad Aamir is still the same i have seen him and met him, he is the same crook and dont have even slight remorse, he was seen saying that everyone fixed matches i have not fixed match i just bowled no balls, bravo Aamir, Bravo..
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Dec 24, 2015 07:18pm
Hafeez and Azhar are the best cricketer They have done a great and Silent Protest against Black sheep, in order to avoid further Spot fixing,and gambling in the history of cricket and also give lesson to new comers in Pakistan's Cricket as a National cricketer Player.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:18pm
Let him come, he will shine like white light again.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:22pm
HAFEEZ and Azhar are worthless entities anyway, when did they actually perform abroad for Pakistan, they both are mediocre players, wether AMIR plays or not it's a golden opportunity for pcb for getting rid off them.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:25pm
@rahim khan Absolutely right. Hafeez or Azar don't have any say when the entire nation supports Amir induction in the team. As the PCB said, our religion also allows forgiveness. When Amir has already completed his punishment then I really don't understand their fuss?? Way to go Amir! Please play for the nation and DO NOT ever come close to bad guys who tarnished your image.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:26pm
Azhar and Hafeez need to take sometime off to concentrate on their performances if they really want to prolong their careers. This guy Amir is well above their pay scale and his graph is only on the up in terms of performances at this time of his career while theirs already peaked and on the downward trajectory. He has the capability to single handedly pull Pakistan out of pits when azhar and Hafeez are not bothered to keep their wickets for the cause. Also if they have any issues then first question their coaches who were also named in the historic justice Qayyum report. Seems like a case of bad judgment and ignorance from these guys.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:27pm
This is against our teaching of Islam to not forgive someone who accepted his wrong doing and paid the price of it.
Hafiz at first you didn't qualify to play for national team because of your bating record. and you bring shame to keep bowling JURK bowling after given change.
you are here because Ramiz call you great player and professor.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:30pm
Pakistan ODI team will be better without Azhar and Hafeez give youngsters a chance and name Sarfarz as ODI captain.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:30pm
Why PCB is in hurry . Let them play first class ticket.
Let tem restore their integrity right in middle of ground.
Bringing back to the national team ? No. Thousand of people have sacrificed their live for the love of this country.
They do not have honor and dignity to wear national cap. At least not now until the regain their honor and proof of their love and pride
for country.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:30pm
Another great example, players are always bigger than PCB. Bravo.
PCB should decide who will play and who will not and NOT the players.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:32pm
So we as Pakistani fan boycott hafeez and Azhar both. We support amir.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:33pm
i can see so many pakistanis supporting Amir here. we all know he was young then. but he was well aware of what he was doing and kept on lying to nation until he was caught red handed. In India sreesanth was never considered to be part of Indian cricket after he was accused of fixing in a league match, Amir can be be forgiven but should not be picked in team at the cost of another hardworking and sincere player. Imagine what happens when Amir bowls and somebody drops a catch, and Amir starts throwing abuse at the player, what would be that players reaction??
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Dec 24, 2015 07:36pm
They both gladly sharing dressing rooms with Waqar, Mushtaq, Wasim who are all convicted by Justice Qayum's report on match fixing. Amir has paid by the nose by losing 5 long years of his career for a silly mistake. Anyways they both together not even worth 1% of Amir's performance and talent on the pitch. PCB should show some backbone to discipline them and remove them if they don't agree to PCB's orders. They are bringing more and pr0longed disrepute to the country then anybody else and keeping this issue alive in press.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:36pm
I glad some people still standing against him amir should be life banned set an example for rest of the playrers forever
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Dec 24, 2015 07:42pm
@Sam - Hardwork to throw wickets away at any ball or Hardwork to get wickets to win the match? Which one do you prefer? Amir please as common sense prevails.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:43pm
Both of them want to sabotage PSL...they should learn a lesson from Younis Khan's
experience...
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Dec 24, 2015 07:51pm
Its time to worry, When corrupt and dishonest people gets more support from the masses and honest people are bullied. Looks like the fixing mafia is using all possible means to get the cheat back into the team, here player rot for years to get a place in team but this guy is so indispensable that we are abusing those who have a principal stand. Mr Shaharyar Khan should be asked what changed his mind, a month ago he was saying M Amir wont be included in the team soon but now all of sudden he want to see him in the team.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:52pm
Sad to see and note that only two players are in protest. Others need to join Azhar and Hafeez in order to compel the PCB boss to stop and withdraw his support not only for Aamir but also for all tainted players for their acts of bringing bad name to the country.
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Dec 24, 2015 07:53pm
I respect Azhar and hafeez views but this should not prevent someone to give a second chance. We all do mistakes and correct ourself and progress in our careers, there plenty of example in all professions, we all knows this
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Dec 24, 2015 07:56pm
That's how they create groups within the team
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Dec 24, 2015 08:00pm
"The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong." - Gandhi
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Dec 24, 2015 08:06pm
what a laugh one guy got called out for illegal action and the other was not even considered in the last WC squad plus both of them are 30+ please go and retire
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Dec 24, 2015 08:09pm
Drop both of them. Replace Hafeez with Mohd Asif to further strengthen the fast bowling attack.
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Dec 24, 2015 08:11pm
do they know about Wasim Akram and Waqar Younas and many other others who are still attached with Pakistan's cricket?
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Dec 24, 2015 08:15pm
Looks like Hafeez and Azhar demanding more money from PCB so they would agree on Amir's inclussion in the team. Back door corruption.
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Dec 24, 2015 08:15pm
@SohailAnwar
I swear on God, I immediately thought of the same the moment I saw the news.
JUST DROP THEM.
Without Amir, Pakistan's space bowling attack is SIMPLY NOT THERE.
And doesn't these two know about Wasim Akram, Waqar Younus and many others who are still attached with Pakistan's cricket.
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Dec 24, 2015 08:21pm
Good bye Azhar Ali and Hafeez.
PCB should not even waste a single minute to talk you guys to convince you.For you are not that important for the team.
Good bye ........
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Dec 24, 2015 08:22pm
I wasn't expecting this from Azhar. He is ODI captain. He should act a bit more mature. I can't wait to see Amir again.At 17 or 18, if I was asked by management or captain to do something odd for them. I will do it because I know that's my only way to stay in the team and make a living. Guys please put yourself in Amir shoes. No doubt he had done wrong but he was only 17. We all make mistakes..give him a break. To be honest, we don't know how many more corrupt players are still playing along side hafeez and Azhar.
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Dec 24, 2015 08:22pm
Who are Hafeez and Azhar. Just Pakistanis. Is Amir not a Pakistani. Are they the perfect humans and have never ever done any blunder. Tomorrow, if their own sons or daughters are involved in some scandal will they disown them. If they do so they should not be proud of that act. When Hafeez was bowling second time against the rules he new the rules very well. He was just doing that to get wickets. Was that not cheating and a disgraceful act. How many players have been banned today for such like act. Hafeez should be ashamed of himself that he brought disrespect to Pakistan. Amir has been cleared at all levels but Hafeez is still undergoing punishment. Its shameful that he is still trying to be part of Pakistan Team and what does Waseem Raja say about him. Today we desperately need a young talented bowler like Amir even at the cost of long time rejected batsman Azhar and a average batseman like Hafeez. PCB, please take a bold action otherwise they will keep dominating you and will continue to confiscate the wishes of the people of Pakistan.No one is indispensable in this world. If any one thinks he is the biggest fool.These two guys are acting as a pressure group which is an act where as Mr. Raja hold an opinion that is his right. The two guys must be punished. PCB Discipline Committee must do justice. Please uphold the rule of law in Pakistan.
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Dec 24, 2015 08:23pm
This is a sheer blackmailing. Both should be dropped from the team immediately.
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Dec 24, 2015 08:26pm
Utter Lack of Leadership by Shahryan Khan! Its his job to keep the house in order. All players should have been taken in confidence before Amir's inclusion. He must resign.
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Dec 24, 2015 08:28pm
Whooping85%votes in favour of Amir tell the whole story.
Azhar and Hafeez seem to be following some orders from outside. Hope good sense prevails and they realise that they are not bigger than the game . Amir has every right to lay his claim to come back to national side.
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Dec 24, 2015 08:29pm
This is disgusting behavior by both Hafeez and Azhar.
They need to open their hearts... get over the hurt and move on. No one is bigger than Pakistan cricket.
Yes he committed a mistake and has paid dearly for it. I firmly believe in 2nd chance in life... and everyone deserves a 2nd chance.
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Dec 24, 2015 08:30pm
Bravo, Stand up that you may be seen.
We stand with Azhar & Hafeez!
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Dec 24, 2015 08:31pm
Drop both of them Azhar did not deserve to be captain anyway.
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Dec 24, 2015 08:35pm
@Zahra look at yourself , have you not done anything wrong in life?
Are you an angle
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Dec 24, 2015 08:36pm
They should get fined for not showing up. Actually, Pakistan team needs Amir and not those two. They haven't done anything for the team
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Dec 24, 2015 08:38pm
Sad very sad. For these two players to come out like this; and one happens to be the skipper. And the funniest statement - we will not back down but yes we will discuss this with the chairman, this is just a media show. Why why don't we let the governing bodies decide how to punish and rehabilitate any player who is at fault. I find this absolutely disgusting how we take it upon ourselves to be the judge and the jury. Get over it dude!
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Dec 24, 2015 08:39pm
Mr. Hafeez is a below average player against good swing bowling anyway.
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Dec 24, 2015 08:39pm
Let them retire.....this kind of self-righteousness has turned the whole country into a bunch of bigots and extremists!!!!
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Dec 24, 2015 08:43pm
Cancel their contracts & drop them from the team - indiscipline & attempts to bring discord within the team should not be tolerated.
Incidentally, neither of them has any decent credentials for either the 20 overs or 50 overs format anyway & can be replaced by many others - Amir however is irreplaceable!
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Dec 24, 2015 08:43pm
Both of them need to be taken out of the team.
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Dec 24, 2015 08:47pm
They have no issues sharing dressing room with Akmal brothers, Wahab Riaz and Shoaib Malik? All of whom have been supposedly reported of suspicious behavior.
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Dec 24, 2015 08:49pm
Both hafeez and azhar know exactly their future is dark in pak cricket team and they are just making an excuse. Both these average, ill disciplined players should be shown the exit door. We can get many batsmen atleast better then hafeez and azhar.
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Dec 24, 2015 08:49pm
I think if Aamir is good as it says than forget and forgive is the only way . If mr. Sheryar called the shot being boss he has every right to pick and choose players and those who object they should get rid of them . If I were in Mr. Sheryar khans shoes I would get rid of both guys they have no right to dictate terms never mind how good they are.
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Dec 24, 2015 08:52pm
I fully support Hafeez and Azahar Ali because you can not set bad example.
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Dec 24, 2015 08:53pm
Who gave Azhar and Hafeez a moral authority to pass judgement that who will be on the team. In the past Amir had committed a crime for which he has served his time. He has all the right to go back to the national team. Let Azhar and Hafeez stay out of the national team, who cares.
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Dec 24, 2015 08:55pm
Yes good riddance. Have and Azhar are ordinary players, many of which we can find in every nook and corner. Amir is special and a rare gem.
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Dec 24, 2015 08:57pm
both of them should be sent back to home because they are challenging the writ of PCB.
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Dec 24, 2015 08:58pm
but taking such decisions they are putting their own careers on the line.
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Dec 24, 2015 09:05pm
Amir has served his punishment. Cricket is his livelihood. He deserves a 2nd chance. If Azhar and Hafeez have problems with Amir, they should quit. Team comes first.
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Dec 24, 2015 09:06pm
He has got his punishment. So now he can play in premier leagues(Pakistan & Bangladesh ) and first class cricket. So he will be making his livelihood. But representing in national side wil be wrong message to future youngsters
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Dec 24, 2015 09:12pm
@anees from zaida exactly, they know that both of them are not going to select in the up coming T20 event
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Dec 24, 2015 09:13pm
Poor PCB management. He should not have been allowed by PCB on national side anyways. Shehryar Khan has proved himself a weak person again and again be it Pak-India series or now this Amer saga. Such moral bad history should exclude him from national side. However he should be allowed on other forums like premier league and first class cricket as he has got his punishment but playing for country should not be allowed on moral grounds and for a clear message to others.
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Dec 24, 2015 09:19pm
Wow. Taking action against your key players including ODI captain in order to pave way to a dishonoured and tainted player But this is Pakistan and this is how it has always been where honesty and truthfulness are the cheapest entities
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Dec 24, 2015 09:31pm
Amir can perform against all international teams unlike these two who can only perform against minnows. We shouldn't sacrifice international level player for the sake of mere minnow killers.
If their pride is more important to them then winning games, we should leave them with their pride. People want to see some good cricket!
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Dec 24, 2015 09:39pm
For all those commenting in support of Aamir with the argument that he has been punished and paid the price for his mistake.
I put forward this simple question. If the security guard protecting your house was caught taking a bribe to turn a blind eye on a burglary. Would you hire him back after his jail sentence?
I won't and therefore I don't support him joining the team and agree with the stance taken by these two players.
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Dec 24, 2015 09:51pm
Azhar and Hafeez are portraying themselves "Error Free" humans. Performances speak. If both were consistent in their performances then it would matter. Aamir is performing very well so he has full support. Warning for Azhar and Hafeez, if team clicks without them then it would be difficult for both to come back in the team.
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Dec 24, 2015 10:03pm
It is their personal choice and they have every right to exercise their rights . However, they are are responsible for indiscipline by not attending/skipping the camp and should be dealt with according to the rules and regulation of the PCB code of conduct.
PCB as an institution should not be held hostage to the whims of the players. PCB should follow its procedures, rules and guidelines.
Having said that I agree with the majority, it is time for bye bye for Hafeez, Azhar and Rameez.
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Dec 24, 2015 10:04pm
Pcb Should not rush him in the best thing is to sit and talk and talk again. Its not only azhar and hafeez, according to reports there are some more. Rushing him in may result in groupings in team.
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Dec 24, 2015 10:09pm
Kid made a mistake...& he is wiling & wanting to play for his country again when he easily can become a T20 mercenary playing in leagues all around the world earning good coin..give him a go
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Dec 24, 2015 10:47pm
@Khawar Jamil - yes, we want to see exciting cricket and nail biting finishes and if it takes to force retire these mediocre cricketers then so be it. In the 5 last years, only misbah and younus may be afraidi in batting and wahab in bowling gave us those moments. Otherwise, it's all club cricket from Pakistan. Amir will definitely boost our bowling attack and if (SOME) ppl don't like it then they don't need to look further then Wasim and Waqas bhai and see how they became legends of the game.
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Dec 24, 2015 11:04pm
Great dressing room environment for the Pakistan team. They have lost the match even before the match.
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Dec 24, 2015 11:18pm
Who are these Hafeez and Azhar anyway?? They are over estimating them selves, they are indespesible or even anyway near to be great players to have some weight. That is not attitude of senior players, they should lead not create controversies.
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Dec 24, 2015 11:47pm
This is just their ego talking. If they are truly sincere and hold themselves to the highest morals then they would never back down and quit cricket rather than play alongside Amir. But, I will bet you a million dollars, they will play in the same team with Amir.
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Dec 24, 2015 11:55pm
Play cricket gentlemen, don't do politics. You should feel honor to represent Pakistan. Don't think about your own self interest.
If any player breaks the rules, drop them.
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Dec 25, 2015 12:47am
Good riddance, off load them two and move on.
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Dec 25, 2015 01:15am
No matter who stands with Amir and who is not. Whatever is Amir's performance, what is the point of including him in the team on the expense of senior players when Amir may be denied visa by New Zealand, Australia and other countries as England has already denied visa to Amir? This will only create bad atmosphere in the team. PCB should first try to get visa for all cricket playing countries for Amir before considering him in the camp.
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Dec 25, 2015 01:45am
Goodbye Hafeez and Azhar.
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Dec 25, 2015 02:03am
Both Hafeez and Azhar must be dropped. They have violated their contract with PCB. This is an act of defiance.
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Dec 25, 2015 02:06am
I think Amir should be allowed to play first class, Pakistan league or BPL to make a living. He has apologized and already completed his 5 years ban. However he should NOT be allowed to represent Pakistan again. Performance is important but not more than integrity and respect of country.
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Dec 25, 2015 02:43am
I will stop watching cricket as long as the tainted player remain the part of National Team.
May be it doesn’t bother other people but it very much upset me having a person with so much disgrace playing for our Nation. This is just not right!
The crime committed by this player can not be forgiven. Specially, when he tried to deny it again and again.
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Dec 25, 2015 06:38am
Take them both out of team. Hafeez is 3rd class player. He does not deserve to be in team even.
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Dec 25, 2015 06:57am
Both Azhar and Hafeez take a retirement,thanks for your service for taking Pakistan to Number 08 in ODI and Number 06 in T20.We don't need both of you in ODI and T20.Better take retirement.I am sure Babar Azaam will do better than both of you.So please give us break.
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Dec 25, 2015 07:06am
@Adnan You better stop now itself because Pakistan at Number 08 in ODI and Number 06 in T20 could not go further down.Time for Hafeez to retire.Enough of your politics,Please retire!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Dec 25, 2015 07:42am
why are they showing they are too good?
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Dec 25, 2015 08:16am
A warning to all players should have been given at the time of selection anyone making fuss over Mohammad Amir would be immediately sent packing. This was not done and we find a typical Pakistani situation of indiscipline taking place thru Hafeez and Azhar. Unless strong action is taken immediately the whole selection is going to end in a mess
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Dec 25, 2015 11:08am
Hafeez and Azhar, you have earned my respect. I hope you continue to stand your ground. I hope the other 23 camp participants do the same and join you and refuse to play if Amir is selected. The board will then be forced to field a team of one, or drop the crook.
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Dec 25, 2015 04:52pm
More importantly PCB should concentrate on Amir visa situation then to worry about these two bozos, they can sit it out. In any case, it seems that Shahid Afridi is in favor for Amir return but not impressed with these useless duo. Hafeez was sacked as captain and Azhar has never been considered for selection.
Amir was the hottest commodity for PSL after Shahid Afridi,
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Dec 25, 2015 04:57pm
It is not about the punishment, it is about the pride. I totally agree with those two, because Amir tarnished the image of the nation.
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Dec 25, 2015 07:48pm
Hafeez and Ali should be dropped immediately and banned from the PCB for causing unrest in the camp. They talk about the pride of Pakistan, what have these 2 ever done for our country in terms of cricket. We are 9th in ODI thanks to Azhar Ali's leadership and Hafeez is the most pathetic batsmen who has ever lived. If there is even a hint of out-swing, he is caught behind. They are willing to play with Akmal brothers but not Amir?
lets make one thing clear, ALL of Pakistan is behind Amir
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Dec 26, 2015 08:13am
@Hamza Speak for yourself. All of Pakistan is NOT in favor of Amir playing, only those who have no integrity and don't value honesty are for him. I'd rather see Pakistan field a team of honest players and lose then win with crooks.
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Dec 26, 2015 08:44am
Hafeez and azhar need a lesson in humility. I would drop them and watch them beg for a place in the team later. Amir made a mistake, he admitted to that. He has paid for his actions by a jail sentence, loss of revenue for the last 5 years not to speak of humiliation he suffered among his peers and cricket fans across the world. I am positive that he was pressured into what he did because pressure from his captain. He was only 19 years old then. Now Hafeez and Azhar take a personal offence that Amir is to be their team mate again, Give me a break! I think they are being petty. I would simply ignore them for now. If they do not come to fitness camp, drop them.
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Dec 26, 2015 02:22pm
@SAK(USA) ego is good thing and better than disgraceful, cheeter and be-trader
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