Shafiq spoke to PakPassion.net about the tour of England and his hopes for what he wishes will be a long and distinguished international career. Shafiq scored 120 runs in 5 innings, including an accomplished maiden one day half century at Headingley, off only 58 deliveries

As Pakistan cricket once again drags itself up from the floor after yet another overseas tour marred by controversy, many fans and former players are calling for an influx of youth to be given an opportunity in both the Test and one day squads.

25 year old Pakistan batsman Azhar Ali was ever-present during the Test series versus Australia and England during a difficult and at times controversial summer in England. Ali scored a total of 291 runs, at an average of 26.45, with a highest score of 92 not out, but he feels that he could have done a lot better during the summer in England.

Pakistan pace bowler Mohammad Sami's career can best be described as a roller coaster ride. High points have been few and far between and for a large part of his career Sami has flattered to deceive.

Speaking exclusively to PakPassion.net ; Wasim who represented Pakistan on 43 occasions between 1996 and 2000 and scored 109 on debut against New Zealand expressed his surprise that Irfan had been selected for the one day squad prior to his inclusion in the test squad.

A comprehensive and though-provoking article on the ongoing match-fixing allegations from former Pakistan wicketkeeper and captain Rashid Latif.

Pakistan cricket, despite all of its historic problems and issues, has the knack of producing mercurial talents. Talents that the rest of the world look at with envy, talent that quite literally springs up from nowhere and talent that is amongst the best in the world.

The swinging ball was always predicted to be a major obstacle for Pakistan to overcome on a tough ‘home’ series in England. But the manner in which all the batsmen have struggled and the lack of fight from the top order, has certainly raised eyebrows. After yet another demoralising test loss against England, PakPassion caught up with Asif Iqbal to look at the deficiencies in Pakistan’s test team.

A lot has been said about Pakistani batsman Khurram Manzoor’s technique and whether it can stand up to the rigours of international cricket, but one thing that is absolutely beyond doubt is the man’s temperament and determination.

Pakistan and Sussex all rounder Yasir Arafat had mixed emotions after Sussex's quarter final defeat at the hands of Nottinghamshire at Trent Bridge.