Mike Hesson labels Mirpur pitch unacceptable after Pakistan’s defeat | The Express Tribune

Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson has criticised the pitch at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, calling it “unacceptable” for international cricket after his side was bowled out for just 110 in the first T20I against Bangladesh. While Hesson admitted that Pakistan’s batters had misread the conditions, he emphasised that the pitch did not…

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ICC Test rankings: Harry Brook overtakes Joe Root to become premier Test batter in the world | The Express Tribune

In a major shake-up at the top of the ICC Men’s Test Player Rankings, England’s Harry Brook has reclaimed the No. 1 spot, dethroning teammate Joe Root after an outstanding performance in the second Test against India in Birmingham. Brook’s magnificent 158-run innings in the first innings helped propel him to the top, leaving Root…

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Saud Shakeel names 2 rising stars from Quetta Gladiators ready for Pakistan | The Express Tribune

Quetta Gladiators captain Saud Shakeel has backed two rising stars as future prospects for Pakistan’s national cricket team following their impressive performances in the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10. Speaking ahead of the crucial HBL PSL 10 Qualifier against defending champions Islamabad United at Gaddafi Stadium on May 21, Saud praised the duo of…