Pakistan coach Mickey Arthur, who previously spent two years as the coach of Sri Lanka, admits to having an in-depth understanding of the team's 'strengths and weaknesses'. This knowledge will be put to the test as Pakistan and Sri Lanka face off in a World Cup match in Hyderabad. Arthur's tenure as Sri Lanka's coach from December 2019 to November 2021 allowed him to develop a close relationship with the players, making him a valuable asset for Pakistan in their preparations for the match. The encounter between the two Asian rivals is expected to be highly competitive, with Arthur's inside knowledge potentially playing a crucial role in Pakistan's strategy.
Former India cricketer Lalchand Rajput has been appointed as the head coach of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) men's team for three years, replacing Pakistan's Mudassar Nazar. Rajput previously coached the Indian team when they won the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007 and also coached Afghanistan and Zimbabwe. His first assignment with the UAE team will be the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 tri-series against Scotland and Canada, followed by a three-match T20I series against Scotland. Rajput expressed his excitement to work with the talented UAE players and further develop their cricket skills. [510a49f1]
WV Raman, a former Indian left-handed opening batsman, has applied for the head coach position of the Indian men's cricket team. Raman's playing record is not the sole reason for his candidacy, as many players with impressive playing records have not succeeded as coaches. Raman has extensive coaching experience, having worked with multiple Ranji Trophy teams, IPL teams, and the Indian women's senior team. He has also been associated with the National Cricket Academy (NCA) and has implemented effective processes. Raman possesses the intelligence, temperament, and cricketing acumen required for the high-pressure role of head coach. He has good relationships across the cricketing board and has never sought personal favors. While Raman may not have the same level of fame as Gautam Gambhir, he brings unique qualities and a deep understanding of the game. Indian cricket tends to favor big names, but Raman's credentials and contributions should not be overlooked. [c0b37a4c]
Pakistani journalist Mubasher Lucman has accused captain Babar Azam and the cricket team of match fixing. Lucman claimed that Azam received expensive gifts, such as an Audi E-Tron and properties in Australia and Dubai, for orchestrating defeats. Azam has filed a defamation lawsuit against Lucman, and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) intends to prosecute anyone making baseless allegations of match-fixing. Lucman, a former caretaker provincial minister, is a Muslim by religion and was born on January 11, 1963, in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. He works as a film director and news anchor, and he gained attention for using Babar Azam's name to gain more views on his YouTube channel. [7970b891]