Former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja slammed Pakistan after their seven-wicket defeat in the third T20I against a depleted New Zealand side in Rawalpindi on Sunday (April 21). Led by Michael Bracewell in the absence of several frontline players, New Zealand lost the second T20I after the first clash was washed out due to inclement weather. With the expectations of a similar result?? in the remaining matches, the Blackcaps pulled a rabbit out of?? the hat in the third encounter.

After a rapid start of 55/0 in the powerplay with the bat, the Men in Green slowed down in the middle period to reach only a sub-par score of 178/4 in 20 overs. In reply, New Zealand was led by their captain, Mark Chapman who played a astonishing knock of 87 runs in just 42 balls, as they? completed the series-leve?ling run-chase in 18.2 overs.

Ramiz Raja’s rebuke: Pakistan’s loss to depleted New Zealand

Talking about the game on his YouTube channel, Ramiz had strong words of displeasure on Pakistan’s lackluster performance. Ramiz remarked that while losing is inherent to cricket, such a defeat significantly unsettles the team, particularly with the impending World Cup. He found the loss particularly embarrassing given that it occurred at home, on a favored surface, against a New Zealand team he deemed incomplete, not even a first or second-tier squad.

“Losing is a part of cricket, but such a defeat shakes the foundation a bit, especially with the World Cup just around the corner. Playing at home, on your favourite surface, against a team that isn’t even a complete side – not a first-tier or even a second-tier New Zealand team – makes it an embarrassing loss,” Ramiz said.

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Ramiz’s Worries: Pakistan’s unpredictability and subpar showing

Acknowledging the unpredictable nature of T20 cricket, Ramiz highlighted the significant blow to Pakistan’s reputation due to a sudden reversal of fortunes within 24 hours. He expressed concern over the prevailing notion that Pakistan’s performance can vary greatly from day to day. The Faisalabad-born cricketer pointed out the stark contrast: just a day earlier, Pakistan had triumphed with a seven-wicket victory, only to endure a seven- wicket defeat themselves the following day, a situation he deemed unacceptable.

“Let’s admit that in T20, anyone’s luck can change, but such a drastic turn of tables within 24 hours is a blow to Pakistan’s reputation. For some time now, there has been a notion that you can expect anything from Pakistan on a given day. Just 24 hours ago, Pakistan defeated them by 7 wickets, and 24 hours later, they themselves suffered a 7-wicket defeat. This should not happen,” the 61-year-old added.

Batting shortcomings and bowling lapses

Ramiz further felt several Pakistan batters got out after getting their eye in, resulting in the side falling woefully short of a formidable total on a batting paradise at Rawalpindi. The ex- Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief expressed dissatisfaction, stating that batters who are settled shouldn’t fall after scoring merely 20-30 runs, which explains the modest score of 180.

He emphasized that the pitch could yield at least 250 runs based on previous matches. Pakistan’s batting performance disappointed him, noting the absence of substantial innings. Additionally, he criticized the bowling display, particularly singling out Naseem Shah and Shaheen Shah Afridi for their lackluster performance.

“The batsmen who are set should not get out after scoring just 20-30 runs. That’s why the score is only 180. This pitch is worth at least 250 runs, as we know how many runs have been scored here before. Pakistan scored fewer runs, and no one played a long innings. The bowling performance was also quite mediocre. The frontline bowlers, Naseem Shah and Shaheen Shah Afridi, had a very dull day,” Ramiz concluded.

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Over the past few weeks, Pakistan‘s cricketing scene has undergone notable changes, marked by Babar Azam‘s return as the team’s limited-overs captain.

Mohammad Amir’s international comeback

However, amidst these transitions, the decision of Mohammad Amir, a controversial figure in Pakistan cricket, to end his international retirement and make himself available for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024 has stirred both anticipation and controversy. While some Pakistani fans are hopeful about Amir’s potential impact on the team’s performance, others, including former captain and ex-Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja, have expressed strong disapproval.

Ramiz Raja’s criticism and concerns

Raja openly criticized Amir’s comeback, expressing a clear and unequivocal stance on the issue of cricket match-fixing, particularly in relation to the case of Amir. Raja emphasized the importance of transparency and honesty in cricket, indicating that he believes it is essential for society and fans to be aware of such incidents. Raja further recalled his experience of commentating at Lord’s during the fixing scandal involving Amir, where he faced intense criticism for identifying the fixers.

“My views on Mohammad Amir are very straightforward. I haven’t taken an oath to fix cricket, but I believe it’s important for society and fans to understand. When he was involved in fixing, I was commentating at Lord’s, and I could feel the intense hatred directed towards me because I was identifying the fixers. The amount of criticism I faced from the media during that time is something I can never forget,” Raja said.

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Furthermore, Raja asserted his uncompromising stance on tainted cricketers, stating that they should be expelled from the sport. Despite expressing sympathy towards them, he firmly states that forgiveness is not a part?? of his approach. He even goes as far as to suggest that if his own son were to be involved in such activities, he would disown him, underlining the severity of his stance on the issue.

“Wherever tainted cricketers exist in the world, they are usually expelled. While I sympathise with them, forgiveness isn’t in my book. If, God forbid, my son had done such a thing, I would disown him,” the 61-year-old concluded.

Resumption of Pakistan cricket activities

Despite the controversy, Pakistan’s cricketing activities are set to resume after the conclusion of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2024. Under the leadership of Babar, the team is gearing up for a packed schedule, starting with a challenging five-match T20I series against New Zealand, scheduled to commence on April 18.

T20 World Cup 2024 preparation

Additionally, Pakistan will engage in T20I series against Ireland and England, serving as crucial preparation for their T20 World Cup campaign, which kicks off on June 6 against the United States of America (USA). The tournament holds even greater significance with a highly anticipated mouth-watering encounter against arch-rivals India scheduled for June 9.

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Pakistan are under intense scrutiny following a lacklustre display in the first test of their Australia tour, suffering a resounding 360-run defeat. The formidable Australian side s??howcased their supremacy by outclassing the visitors in every aspect of the game, leaving their rivals grappling for answers.

Amidst the disappointment, former cricketer Ramiz Raja has added fuel to the fire with his scathing remarks on the Pakistan’s performance. Known for his forthright opinions the 61-year-old, did not hold back in criticizing the team, highlighting the gravity of the situation.

Ramiz Raja’s comments

Raja expressed disappointment over Pakistan’s performance, highlighting the absence of clear intent and adaptive technique in their follow-up. According to the former PCB chief, their swift collapse in just 31 overs during the second innings reflected the superior level at which the Australians played.

The harsh comments from a seasoned cr?icketing figure like Raja only amplify the pressure on the team, necessitating introspection and strategic re-calibration as they look to redeem themselves in the ensuing matches of the series against a dominant team like Australia that too on their home soil.

“Intent and technique were both missing from Pak’s ‘resistance menu’. Blown away in just 31overs in the second knock was disappointing. Aussies were on another level,” Raja wrote on X.

Intent and technique were both missing from Pak’s ‘resistance menu�
Blown away in just 31overs in the second knock was disappointing. Aussies were on another level�/p>

— Ramiz Raja (@iramizraja) December 17, 2023

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Pakistan’s flop show at Perth

Pakistan endured a disappointing Test match at Perth, encountering batting struggles in both innings. Despite the noteworthy accomplishment of debutant Aamer Jamal, who claimed a five-wicket haul in the first innings, the Shan Masood-led side couldn’t halt the Australians from posting substantial scores. The team’s collective batting failure and an inability to contain the hosts from scoring proved challenging factors for them throughout the match.

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In the ongoing saga of intriguing remarks and statements within the realm of Pakistan Cricket, the spotlight once again shifted to former players and experts, who have become known for their unfiltered and often no-context comments on diverse issues. Adding to this trend, veteran Ramiz Raja, a prominent figure in the cricketing world, renowned for his bold and occasionally irrelevant statements, has taken an unexpe??cted detour into the realm of football.

Recently, Raja made waves by making a substantial claim regarding none other than the celebrated footballer Cristiano Ronaldo. This surprising crossover between cricket and football has heightened the curiosity of fans and enthusiasts as they grapple with the enigmatic nature of Raja’s pronouncement and its potential implications in the broader sporting landscape.

Who designs Cristiano Ronaldo’s diet plan? Ramiz Raja has the answer

In a surprising twist during a Television live show on cricket, Raja diverted the conversation to football, specifically highlighting the dietary regimen of Ronaldo. The former PCB chief claimed that the legendary footballer’s diet plans are crafted by the scientists of National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the renowned space agency of the United States of America (USA). This unexpected revelation added another dimension to the discussion, making fans and viewers intrigued by the connection between a footballer’s nutrition and space exploration.

“Considering about football, Ronaldo’s diet plans are being set by the scientists of NASA,” Raja said in his statement.

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What’s next for Pakistan?

As the dust settles on Pakistan’s dismal campaign in the recently concluded ODI World Cup, the Green Team are now shifting their focus to the traditional format, gearing up for a challenging three-match Test series against Australia. The cricketing stage is set for the first face-off on December 14 at the iconic Perth Stadium in Perth. Under the leadership of their new skipper, Shan Masood,? the side will be focusing on putting out their bes??t in the forthcoming cricketing affairs.

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In a recent turn of events, renowned Indian fashion designer Masaba Gupta has courageously and bluntly confronted former Pakistan cricketer Ramiz Raja for laughing at racist remarks directed at her parents, Vivian Richards and Neena Gupta.

Masaba’s response came after a two-month-old clip of Ramiz surfaced on social media where the latter was laughing at derogatory comments made about the relationship between West Indies legend Richards and Bollywood actor Neena on national Television. The insensitive incident didn’t go down well with many and also prompted Masaba to speak out against the cricketer turned commentator’s actions and demand accountability for perpetuating harmful stereotypes.

Masaba Gupta’s relationship with Sir Vivian Richards

Neena Gupta and Vivian Richards, though not married, shared a relationship and became parents to Masaba in 1989. Neena chose to raise her daughter as a single mother in India after the two decided to live separately. However, Masaba has maintained a close relationship with her father, Richards. The former cricketer even attended Masaba’s recent wedding.

The controversial incident and Ramiz Raja’s involvement

The controversy ignited during a Pakistani TV show, where a comedian, in the presence of Ramiz, made disparaging remarks about Richards and Neena’s relationship by saying, “Jo ladkiyan khud ko kehti hain malika-e-aliya, Unko fir milta hai Mr Kaliya. (Those girls who consider themselves queens end up with a dark-skinned guy.)”

The comedian’s comments were unfortunately framed as a joke and were followed by a laugh from Ramiz, but Masaba expressed her disdain for the remarks upon discovering the clip and also condemned the former PCB director’s inappropriate giggle at such derogatory and demeaning statements.

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Masaba’s blunt response to Ramiz Raja

In a powerful and poignant response, Masaba took to Twitter to address Ramiz directly. She emphasized the lack of grace in his actions and highlighted the discomfort of witnessing him laugh at a phrase that t??he world had stoppe??d finding amusing about three decades ago.

“Dear Ramiz Raja (sir), grace is a quality few have. My father, mother, and I have it in spades. You have none. Sickening to see you laugh on national TV in Pakistan at something the world stopped laughing at about 30 years back. Step into the future. All 3 of us are here with our chin up. #ramizraja,” wrote Masaba.

Dear Ramiz Raja ( sir ) grace is a quality few have. My father,mother and I have it in spades. You have none. Sickening to see you laugh on national TV in Pakistan at something the world stopped laughing at about 30 years back.Step into the future. All 3 of us are here with our�/p>

— Masaba (@MasabaG) November 15, 2023

Taking the fight forward

Masaba did not stop with just one tweet. She further shared her sentiments on Instagram, reiterating her commitment to fighting against racism and shaming. Masaba emphasized that irrespective of the year, she would not tolerate any form of racism directed towards her or her family. Her Instagram story read, “It’s nearly 2024 – no matter who you are, I will call you out on racism and shaming my mother on television. Won’t have it. That is still my fight.”

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The Babar Azam-led Pakistan cricket team has had a mixed run in the ODI World Cup 2023, securing two wins and suffering two losses so far. As they gear up for their upcoming match against Afghanistan, cricketer-turned-commentator Ramiz Raja took the opp??ortunity to express his views on their recent performances.

Ramiz Raja shares a strong warning to Pakistan for the Afghanistan clash

Looking ahead to Pakistan’s next fixture against Afghanistan in Chennai on October 23, Raja emphasized the difficulty of the upcoming challenge. He warned that the Afghan side would not be an easy opponent, suggesting a tough battle lay ahead for Pakistan.

“Once you lose the momentum, it is difficult to get it back and win. The next match is against Afghanistan in Chennai, which will not be an easy match as Pakistan’s batters don’t play spin that well,” Ramiz was quoted as saying to Star Sports.

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Analysis of Pakistan’s loss to Australia

Raja didn’t hold back when dissecting Pakistan’s recent defeat against Australia. He directed criticism towards Pakistan’s fielding, identifying it as a key factor behind their loss. Additionally, he expressed disappointment with Pakistan’s batting performance, particularly their inability to post substantial scores.

“I have never seen anyone giving such a massive punishment for a dropped catch. A lot of catches are dropped but I have never seen anyone scoring 150-160. So it is a wake-up call for Pakistan that you will keep getting punished until you hold catches,” the 61-year-old added.

“Pakistan freeze whenever they get a slightly stiff opposition. The World Cup campaign suffers a setback like this. If you don’t win, you forget how to win. Australia showed how you can bat on a good pitch. 60s and 70s look good but you don’t win the match with that, I am talking about Pakistan,” the Faisalabad -born cricketer concluded.

The Australia match: Fielding woes and batting struggles

During their clash with Australia, the Aussies set Pakistan a formidable target of 368 runs. Pakistan’s fielding struggles were evident and these issues were capitalized upon by the Australian team. In reply, Pakistan’s batting lineup couldn’t quite meet the challenge, ultimately being bowled out for 305, leading to a 62-run loss. The bowler Adam Zampa played a significant role, finishing with figures of 4/53 in ???his 10 overs.

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As the cricketing world eagerly awaits the clash between Pakistan and Australia in the ICC ODI World Cup 2023, former Pakistan cricketer Ramiz Raja has shared his invaluable insights and recommendations for the Pakistan team as they prepar?e to face the mighty Aussies.

Adapting to local conditions is often the key to success in cricket, and it seems to be a theme that Raja is emphasizing ahead of Pakistan’s upcoming battle against Australia. The match is scheduled for October 20 in Bengaluru, where the pitch conditions are expected to favor batsmen.

The suggested change

Raja’s valuable suggestion is straightforward but could be game-changing. He strongly recommended that Pakistan should contemplate sacrificing an all-rounder in favor of a specialist. The idea behind this proposed change is to bolster Pakistan’s batting lineup, especially considering the favorable batting conditions in Bengaluru.

“I think Pakistan should go for the chase. Pakistan weren’t able to score even 200 runs against India while batting first on a good batting strip, so they should think about chasing against Australia,” said Raja as quoted by Cricket Pakistan.

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Strengthening the bowling

Raja also emphasized the importance of bolstering Pakistan’s bowling attack, keeping in mind the nature of the pitch in Bengaluru. The conditions in Bengaluru are well-known for being more favorable to batters, and in order to have a competitive edge, a stronger bowling unit becomes essential.

“The conditions there [in Bengaluru] will suit batting, so Pakistan needs to strengthen their bowling bearing in mind the pitch. If you need to sacrifice an all-rounder for a specialist, they should definitely do that,” Raja added.

Pakistan’s performance in the World Cup

Pakistan’s journey in the ICC World Cup 2023 has seen mixed results so far. They have secured two wins out of three matches, but their most notable defeat came at the hands of arch-rivals India on Saturday. As they gear up to face Australia, a formidable opponent, the advice from Raja may prove invaluable in guiding Pakistan to a su?ccessful campaign.

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The cricketing world is abuzz with anticipation as the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium will become the epicentre of an electrifying clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan. The impending Match 12 of the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 is set to take place on Saturday (October 14), promising a scintillating spectacle th?at cricket ??fans around the globe have been eagerly waiting for.

The stakes are high, and emotions run even higher as these two cricketing giants will lock horn in what is sure to be a memorable encounter on?? the grandest stage.

As the much-anticipated clash between India and Pakistan draws near, former Pakistan cricketer Ramiz Raja has shared his insightful per??spectives on various facets of the game.

The ex-Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman not only shared his thoughts on the forthcoming cricket showdown but has also ventured i??nto the realm of predictions, speculating on who might emerge as the highest run??-getter and leading wicket-taker in what promises to be a thrilling duel between these cricketing superpowers.

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Ramiz Raja’s prophecy on highest run-getter and leading wicket-taker

In his keen observations and predictions, Ramiz singled out Indian batter Virat Kohli as the potential highest run-getter and spinner Kuldeep Yadav as the likely leading wicket-taker in the approaching cricket encounter. The 1992 World Cup winner shed light on the strategic elements at play as he opined on Yadav’s inclusion in the team with Pakistan’s batting struggles against wrist spin in mind.

“I believe Virat Kohli will be the highest run-getter and will definitely give a key performance because of how well he does against them. Also, Pakistan’s bowling attack suits Kohli as well. I also think that Kuldeep Yadav will be the highest wicket-taker. And I believe Yadav’s inclusion in the team has been done keeping Pakistan in mind because they struggle against wrist spin,” Raja said in a conversation on JioCinema’s ??daily ??show â€?AAKASHVANIâ€?

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In their first warm-up game of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023, Pakistan faced New Zealand on September 29. It was an opportunity for both teams to fine-tune their strategies? and assess their form ahead of the prestigious tournament.

Impressive batting display by Pakistan

During the game in Hyderabad, Pakistan put up an impressive batting performance. Mohammad Rizwan stood out with a century, scoring 104 runs, while Babar Azam contributed significantly with 80 runs. Th??eir partnership played a crucial role in Pakistan posting a competitive 345/6 in their all??otted 50 overs.

Challenges in bowling and fielding

While Pakistan’s batting display was commendable, their bowlers faced challenges containing New Zealand’s aggressive batting lineup. New Zealand’s Rachin Ravindra scored 97 while Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell and Mark Chapman all registered half-centuries. Despite losing a few quick wickets in between, Blackcaps maintained a high run rate, ultimately winning the game by 5 wickets with more than six overs l??eft.

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Ramiz Raja’s analysis and future outlook

Former Pakistan captain and commentator Ramiz Raja expressed his thoughts on Pakistan’s performance during the fixture. He noted that despite being a practice match, Pakistan appeared to have developed a concerning habit of losing.

“I know it was just a practice game, but a win is a win. And winning becomes a habit. But I feel Pakistan is now getting a habit of losing. First, they lost in the Asia Cup, and now here. Pakistan scored 345 and it was a great run-chase,” Raja was quoted as saying by Hindustan Times.

The 61-year-old further emphasized the need for Pakistan to ad?apt to the conditions in India and po??ssibly target scores exceeding 400 runs to remain competitive in the World Cup.

If these are the pitches â€?and you will get such pitches in India â€?you will have to score 400 if your bowling keeps misfiring like this. You will have to change your tactics, and take risks. And we don’t do that. We play defensively for first 10-15 overs and then shift gears,â€?the Faisalabad-born cricketer concluded.

As Pakistan prepares for their second warm-up game against Australia on October 3 and their World Cup campaign starting on October 6 against the Netherlands, they will likely use the insights gained from this match to address their strategies, fine-tune their game plan, and? build resilience for the upcoming? challenges in the quadrennial event.

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