Beyond the Boundary

It's never easy to change the fortunes of Pakistan Cricket, So can Gary Kirsten and Jason Gillespie steer the ride well inside Pakistan's well of death?

PakPassion member @The Bald Eagle analyses the selection of new separate Head Coaches for Pakistan, touching upon the challenges, opportunities and changes that may ensue after the selection of Gary Kirstein and Jason Gillespie as Pakistan's new white and red ball coaches respectively.

Shaharyar Khan: A man of integrity and decency, who believed in building bridges and not walls

In an exquisitely penned tribute to the former PCB Chairman, the Late Shaharyar Khan, veteran member @KB describes to us exactly why the former diplomat endeared himself to many generations of Pakistanis and why the void left by his departure will be felt for many years to come.

PSL 9 Review: “If you can't swing for the stands, are you really hitting sixes bro?”

In his typical hard-hitting analysis of the 9th edition of PSL, @Rana reviews the Positives, negatives from the tournament.

Australia vs Pakistan Test Series Review : Pakistan land punches but fail to deliver the knockout blow

In his detailed and insightful review of the recently concluded 3-match Test series, @Markhor analyses the exact areas of shortcomings for Pakistan and concludes that the 2023/24 tour was perhaps the most competitive one since 1999.

What’s the use of all that glory if it is not for your own nation?

@TheBaldEagle warns against forsaking national commitments for short-term financial gain in franchise cricket, emphasizing that true cricketing greatness and legacy can only be built when representing one's nation.

Pakistan's World Cup woes: unmasking the unfulfilled promise

There were lofty hopes for Pakistan entering the 2023 World Cup. Many pundits and enthusiasts had pegged them as potential semi-finalists. However, Pakistan crashed out during the group stages and perpetuated its record of failing to secure a semi-final berth more than once this century in an ODI Wolrd Cup. What went wrong?

Why I fell out of love with the World Cup

PakPassion member Junaids puts in an impassioned plea for an even playing field when it comes to pitches in ODIs, failing which he feels the 50-over format will die a painful death.

Pakistan cannot win the ICC World Cup 2023 as they are not mentally and physically strong enough to defeat India, England, Australia and New Zealand

In his detailed preview of Pakistan's upcoming ICC World Cup 2023 campaign, Rana looks at the strength and weaknesses of Babar Azam's squad and gives a realistic assesment of their chances in the tournament.