July/August/September 2010 - PakPassion provides exclusive and interactive coverage of the Pakistan tour of England (Test, ODI and T20I matches). Coverage includes pictures from the pre-match and match action, full audios and videos of press conferences and updates from match venues, etc.

December 2010 - PakPassion interviews former Pakistan batsman Rameez Raja and Boom Boom's Managing Director Ali Ehsan.

January 2011 - PakPassion interviews Pakistan middle order batsman Asim Kamal, and Mohammad Amir's lawyer Shahid Karim before the announcement of the verdict.

In a build-up to the ICC Cricket World Cup 2011, PakPassion presents an exclusive interview with Mudassar Nazar, former Pakistan coach and director of pakistan's National Cricket Academy.

 

As the ICC Cricket World Cup 2011 draws near, PakPassion's writers present their World Cup team previews - detailed analyses of all the major teams participating in the prestigious tournament along with the predictions of their performances.

As the excitement grows, PakPassion presents exclusive interviews and pre-tournament quotes from those who are participating in the tournament, including Pakistani opener and allrounder Mohammad Hafeez as well as the last-minute selection, Junaid Khan and Pakistan team manager and double World Cup winning coach/manager, Intikhab Alam.

Pakistan's batting legend, Inzamam-ul-Haq presents the PakPassion World Cup preview. However, the focus was not only on Pakistan as PakPassion interviews Julien Fountain, Bangladesh's fielding coach to know more about his team's preparations for the all-important tournament. With the high-profile tournament approaching, PakPassion makes sure that all the aspects of the game are covered by interviewing the 2010 ICC Umpire of the Year, Aleem Dar. PakPassion does not forget the ones missing out on the opportunity to feature in the coveted tournament and catches up with Pakistan opener Shahzaib Hasan and middle order batsman Fawad Alam.

Ahead of the important clash against the hosts Sri Lanka in a group match at the World Cup, PakPassion speaks with Pakistan team manager Intikhab Alam and seeks his views on Pakistan's ongoing World Cup campaign.

 

March 2011 - PakPassion interviews former players and seasoned observers of the game for their thoughts on Pakistan team's performance at the World Cup thus far. The lineup included Mohammad Waseem, Ramiz Raja, Danish Kaneria and Basit Ali. PakPassion speaks with Sohail Tanvir and Mohammad Waseem on Shoaib Akhtar's retirement from international cricket. PakPassion speaks with Pakistan vice-captain Misbah-ul-Haq following Pakistan's historic win against Australia in a group match, ending Australia's 34-match unbeaten run at the World Cups.

PakPassion is honoured to interview the West Indian fast bowling legend, Michael Holding. PakPassion also speaks to Bangladesh's ex-captain and current middle order batsman, Mohammad Ashraful.

Just before the epic clash of the sub-continental titans in the world cup semi-final, Pakistan's biggest cricket game for 12 years, PakPassion emerges as the source for discussions, previews, insights and exclusives - not just from Pakistani commentators and experts and those who have played in previous Indo-Pak contests, but also from their Indian counter-parts. This includes a chat with Mudassar Nazar, Amir Sohail, the Little Master Hanif Mohammad and an extensive interview with Ajit Agarkar, former Indian pace bowler, currently a respected Sky TV analyst and a veteran of Indo-Pak clashes. Added to that are exclusive interviews and pre-game quotes from those who are participating in the game including Pakistan manager and double-World Cup winning coach Intikhab Alam and Saeed Ajmal, one of the world's leading exponents of off-spin, and Pakistan's trump card, thus making PP a unique source for World Cup discussion, interviews, analyses and comments.

PakPassion also speaks to the banned Pakistani fast bowler, Mohammad Asif who pays a tribute to late Bob Woolmer on his fourth death anniversary. PakPassion speaks to former Pakistani cricketer and Shoaib Akhtar's captain in domestic cricket, Mohammad Wasim and seeks his views on Shoaib Akhtar's retirement.

 

April 2011 - PakPassion gets a mention in Newsweek Pakistan in their feature on Pakistan's 2011 World Cup kit.

April proves to be a "Month of Legends" as PakPassion relives history and is honoured to present exclusive interviews with the "greats" of the game. The line-up includes the Little Master Hanif Mohammad, Asif Iqbal and the Asian Bradman Zaheer Abbas who share their memories with us and also give their opinions on the current state of affairs of Pakistan cricket.

PakPassion also conducts a detailed interview with England fast bowler, Sajid Mahmood and the PCB Director for Domestic Cricket, Sultan Rana.

In addition to this, PakPassion also has a wide-ranging and exclusive post-World Cup discussion with Pakistan captain, Shahid Afridi.

PakPassion presents exclusive pictures from Pakistan team's pre-tour camp at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.

The West Indian legend, Michael Holding was heard during the second ODI between Pakistan and West Indies at St. Lucia, questioning the legality of the "doosra". PakPassion catches up with him after the match and seeks his views on the mystery ball in detail.

Apr-May 2011 - PakPassion's representatives in the West Indies bring exclusive pictures (from on and off the field action) from Pakistan's Carribbean tour.

May 2011 - PakPassion speaks with former Chief Selector Iqbal Qasim and seeks his views on Pakistan team's selection for the Test series against the West Indies.

PakPassion presents an exclusive VIDEO interview with the talented young batsman from Lahore, Usman Salahuddin shortly after he makes his debut in the fourth ODI versus West Indies.

PakPassion presents full coverage of the MOL 6-A-Side Tournament at Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium, including LIVE score updates and exclusive pictures. The competition features Pakistani stars Shoaib Malik, Abdul Razzaq, Imran Nazir, Sohail Tanvir and Fawad Alam.

PakPassion speaks to the hard-hitting Pakistani opener, Imran Nazir and former captain and allrounder Shoaib Malik, both of whom express the hope of making an international comeback soon.

Details of Shahid Afridi's ongoing feud with coach Waqar Younis are revealed to PakPassion.net when a source close to Afridi provides details of several heated exchanges between the LOI skipper and former Pakistan fast bowler-turned-coach Waqar Younis.

PakPassion catches up with former Pakistan captain, current coach of Afghanistan, thought by many observers to be Pakistan’s finest ever wicket keeper and one of the foremost cricketing experts and coaches in Pakistan, Rashid Latif for an exclusive discussion on Pakistan's current wicket-keeping travails and upcoming wicketkeepers including Mohammad Salman, Sarfraz Ahmed, Adnan Akmal and Zulqarnain Haider.

Continuing the series of expert opinions on the ongoing series against the West Indies, PakPassion speaks to former fast bowler Sarfraz Nawaz and seeks his comments on various issues related to the Pakistan team and the PCB.

Shahid Afridi speaks to PakPassion and brushes aside the rumours of relinquishing the ODI and Twenty20 captaincy after receiving a showcause notice from the PCB for allegedly making statements against coach Waqar Younis.

PakPassion speaks to Sohail Tanvir following his appointment as the captain of Pakistan A team for the home series against Afghanistan.

PakPassion catches up with ex-Pakistani opener and Coach Mudassar Nazar to know his opinion on the axing of Shahid Afridi as the captain of the ODI team prior to the ODI series against Ireland and the subsequent appointment of Misbah-ul-Haq.

PakPassion's list of foreign intervewees continues to grow as we speak to the Sri Lankan batsman, Thilan Samaraweera who was part of the Sri Lankan squad that was attacked by terrorists in Lahore.

PakPassion speaks with the upcoming fast bowler from Chakwal, Sadaf Hussain who was also a part of the Pakistan squad for the ODI series against the West Indies.

PakPassion presents exclusive pictures, reports, LIVE commentary and score updates from Pakistan's tour to Ireland. At Belfast, PakPassion catches up with the skipper Misbah-ul-Haq and hears his views on the Test series in the West Indies, newcomer paceman Junaid Khan, the ODI captaincy and the benefit of Pakistan playing a short two-match series against a relatively weak opposition. PakPassion also speaks with Pakistan team manager Intikhab Alam after the conclusion of the ODI series against Ireland.

 

June 2011 - Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq speaks with PakPassion and strongly denies captaincy quit rumours.

PakPassion speaks with a PCB official and seeks the board's point of view on Shahid Afridi's conditional retirement in a protest against the board, followed by a string of interviews on TV.

PakPassion speaks with the talented young batsman, Umar Akmal who expressed his desire of making his name in Test cricket along with talking about various other aspects.

In an attempt to seek the views and opinions of the experts of the game on the PCB versus Shahid Afridi issue, PakPassion spoke with former Pakistani cricketers Tauseef Ahmed and Asif Iqbal who offered contrasting opinions on the newest controversy to hit Pakistan cricket.

PakPassion achieves yet another milestone as we get the distinguished pleasure of interviewing ICC Chief Executive Haroon Lorgat.

PakPassion speaks to the promising Test batsman Azhar Ali about his introduction to international cricket, his lack of a Test century and the key to his excellent temperament.

Banned Pakistani pacer, Mohammad Amir speaks exclusively to PakPassion and confirms his "controversial" appearance in a Surrey Cricket League Division One match for Addington.

PakPassion has a brief discussion with former cricketer, Sikander Bakht on the latest developments in the Shahid Afridi versus PCB issue after the allrounder decides to take the matter to the Court.

PakPassion not only focuses on the players and their performance, but also on the equipment that they make use of as we conduct a detailed interview with one of the finest batmakers in the world, James Laver.

PakPassion continues interviewing current and former international cricketers with latest batch of interviewees comprising wicketkeeper Adnan Akmal, Asif Mujtaba and the upcoming fast bowler from Faisalabad, Asad Ali. PakPassion also conducts a 'revealing' interview with former PCB training and rehabilitation consultant Dr. Tauseef Razzaq who speaks about his stint with Pakistan team, subsequent events and his close relationship with Rawalpindi Express, Shoaib Akhtar.

With the domestic Twenty20 carnival nearing its start, PakPassion caught up with Chief selector Mohsin Hassan Khan as well as promising allrounder from Rawalpindi, Hammad Azam for their thoughts and expectations from the first edition of Faysal Bank Super 8 Twenty20 Cup.

 

July 2011 - PakPassion catches up with former captain Rashid Latif to seek his views on the latest rule changes enforced by the ICC. PakPassion also speaks with former off-spinner and Hyderabad Hawks coach Tauseef Ahmed as well as the Faysal Bank Super 8 Twenty20 Cup winning team Rawalpindi Rams coach Sabih Azhar for a review of the domestic Twenty20 tournament held in Faisalabad.

PakPassion launches a new section - "Ask the Expert"  where current and former coaches and players would discuss the technical aspects of the game and answer the queries of the website's members.

PakPassion covered the Islamic Relief Charity Dinner - an event held in London on 9th July 2011 in aid for Pakistan. The event featured a number of well-known cricketers and dignitaries and was headed by none other than Wasim Akram.

PakPassion speaks with former fast bowler Sarfraz Nawaz about the future of fast bowling in Pakistan following his coaching stint with the upcoming pacers who attended the Emerging Players Camp organised by the PCB. PakPassion also speaks with former Pakistan offspinner Tauseef Ahmed who was part of the coaching team at the Camp for emerging spinners and allrounders.

PakPassion are the proud attendees of yet another event organised by international charity Islamic Relief in their continued efforts to help the flood victims in Pakistan.

PakPassion interviews Pakistan's fast bowling spearhead Umar Gul as well as former Pakistan pacer Sikander Bakht.

PakPassion speaks with Chief Selector Mohsin Khan to know the thinking behind the squad combination and the choice of personnel for Pakistan's tour of Zimbabwe.

 

August 2011 - PakPassion speaks with Pakistan offspinner Saeed Ajmal to seek his views on his Indian counterpart, Harbhajan Singh's below par performances in the Test series against England.

PakPassion catches up with former Test cricketer and Chief Selector Iqbal Qasim for his thoughts on the team selection for Pakistan's tour to Zimbabwe.

PakPassion's Saj Sadiq is the first media personnel to report ugly scenes at the end of India's warm-up game at Northamptonshire wherein medium pacer Praveen Kumar was involved in a spat with some fans.

PakPassion interviews Pakistan's latest fast bowling find, the left-arm pace bowler from Swabi - Junaid Khan. The Lancashire County Cricket Club soon confirms to PakPassion that they are hopeful of coming to an agreement with the PCB regarding Junaid's participation in the Friends Life T20 Finals day.

PakPassion catches up with former Test cricketer and Chief selector Amir Sohail for his expert opinion on the recent selection of players for the Central Contracts.

PakPassion speaks with Pakistan captain and middle order batsman Misbah-ul-Haq following his nomination in two categories for the LG ICC Awards 2011.

PakPassion catches up with the recently discarded Lahore batsman Usman Salahuddin - the article gets "noticed" by those in the corridors of power who then announce his addition to the list of players selected for stipend contract.

PakPassion speaks with former Pakistan captain Mushtaq Mohammad for a brief analysis of the Indian team's performance in the Test series against England.

PakPassion catches up with Pakistan's latest batting sensation, Rameez Raja Jr. on his ambitions and expectations following his selection in the Pakistan squad for the tour of Zimbabwe.

PakPassion speaks with former England and current Lancashire coach, Peter Moores who provides an in-depth analysis of the young Pakistani pace bowler Junaid Khan's performance in his first stint of County cricket as well as his overall bowling skills.

PakPassion interviews allrounder Shoaib Malik following his clearance from the PCB Integrity Committee.

PakPassion conducts detailed interviews with medium pacer and Shahid Afridi's elder brother, Tariq Afridi and Pakistan's current exponent of offspin bowling, Saeed Ajmal.

Former Pakistani opener and Coach Mudassar Nazar shares his choice of Coach for Pakistan team with PakPassion, following Waqar Younis' resignation from the post.

PakPassion catches with National Bank opening batsman Nasir Jamshed for a review of the first edition of Cool & Cool Corporate Twenty20 Night Tournament organised by former Pakistan wicket-keeper and captain, Moin Khan. PakPassion also speaks with the young left-handed batsman and Jamshed's team mate Umar Amin on his international career thus far and his future ambitions.

PakPassion speaks with the Asian Bradman, Zaheer Abbas - a member of the four-man committee formed by the PCB in a bid to look for a new Coach for Pakistan team following Waqar Younis' resignation from the post.

 

September 2011 - PakPassion speaks with Pakistan team manager Naveed Akram Cheema ahead of the Test match between Pakistan and Zimbabwe at Bulawayo.

Banned Pakistani pacer Mohammad Asif explains to PakPassion his traumas and difficulties of the last twelve months following the spot-fixing scandal.

Pakistan leg-spinner Danish Kaneria speaks to PakPassion about the coaching abilities of his former Essex team mate and current England Coach, Andy Flower.

PakPassion interviews left-arm fast bowler and Pakistan's rising star, Wahab Riaz who had also been nominated for the LG ICC Emerging Player of the Year award.

Pakistani umpire Aleem Dar sends a message to PakPassion shortly after receiving the ICC Umpire of the Year Award for the third time in a row.

PakPassion has the distinct pleasure of speaking with former Pakistan captain and an ICC Hall of Famer, Wasim Akram in a no-holds-barred conversation on a wide range of topics related to the great game of cricket.

PakPassion speaks with former Pakistan and current Cape Cobras Coach Richard Pybus prior to his team's departure to India for participating in the Champions League T20.

PakPassion catches up with allrounder Yasir Arafat shortly after his team's victory in the Clydesdale Bank 40 final against Somerset.

With the hunt for a coach for the national team in full swing, PakPassion speaks with former Pakistan Coach Richard Pybus according to whom coaching Pakistan is the "toughest job in world cricket".

PakPassion is honoured to speak with the legendary allrounder and the captain the 1992 World Cup winning team, Imran Khan for a brief discussion about the current state of Pakistan cricket, the seemingly never-ending production line of talent in the country and the use of technology in world cricket as well as various other aspects of the game.

PakPassion conducts a detailed interview with former West Indian Test allrounder and current Coach of Ireland, Phil Simmons.

PakPassion speaks with Faisalabad Wolves and SNGPL's 22-year old medium-fast bowler Asad Ali at the end of his successful stint in English League cricket where he helped his team Woodlane to the North Staffs & South Cheshire ECB Premiere League title.

 

Sep-October 2011 - As Pakistan's premiere domestic Twenty20 tournament, the Faysal Bank T-20 Cup 2011-12 nears its start at the National Stadium Karachi, PakPassion becomes a popular source for discussions, previews, insights and exclusives - not just from former Pakistan cricketers and current domestic coaches, but also from some of the notable performers during the course of the tournament. This includes a tournament preview by Hyderabad Hawks' Coach Tauseef Ahmed, an exclusive chat with Faisalabad Wolves and Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez, Abbottabad Falcons opener Yasir Hameed, Lahore Lions wicket-keeper Kamran Akmal, Lahore Eagles Coach Manzoor Elahi, Rawalpindi Rams middle order batsman Umar Amin as well as Chief Selector Mohsin Hassan Khan, Asim Kamal and Shahzaib Hasan for the tournament review . Added to that are the exclusive pictures from the site of action, LIVE commentary and score updates on Twitter, videos (with transcripts) of press conferences by Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq, Afghan spinner Mohammad Nabi, Pakistan offspinner Saeed Ajmal, all-rounder Shoaib Malik and fast bowler Umar Gul (where he makes the infamous ball tampering comments) - thus making PakPassion a unique source for news, discussion and analyses of the country's domestic Twenty20 cricket carnival. Meanwhile, PakPassion also becomes the first media outlet to reveal the names of players selected in Pakistan squads for the Test series against Sri Lanka and the Hong Kong Sixes Tournament.

 

October 2011 - Pakistan fast bowler Umar Gul seeks to clarify his ball tampering comments via a statement provided exclusively to PakPassion. Gul was caught up in the centre of a controversy during a post-match press conference at the National Stadium Karachi, when he allegedly accused two English bowlers of engaging in acts that alter the condition of a cricket ball.

PakPassion speaks with Chief Selector Mohsin Hasan Khan who shares his views on the quality of cricket at the Faysal Bank T-20 Cup 2011-12, Umar Akmal's non-selection for the Test series against Sri Lanka as well as his appointment as the interim Coach for the national team.

PakPassion conducts an exclusive interview with wicket-keeper Mohammad Salman.

PakPassion catches up with former Pakistan Coach Geoff Lawson who believes that the Pakistan Cricket Board in their quest for a successor to Waqar Younis would be best served to appoint a foreign coach instead of a local one.

PakPassion has the distinct honour of interviewing Mushtaq Mohammed - a great veteran cricketer who speaks in fascinating detail to us about his early days, his cricketing career and his eventual retirement.

PakPassion catches up with the opening batsman from Karachi, Shahzaib Hasan who speaks of his disappointment at the Karachi Dolphins missing out on winning the Faysal Bank T-20 Cup 2011-12 on home turf and his hopes for an international recall.

Former Pakistan Cricket Board CEO and cricketer Majid Khan confirms to PakPassion that despite the rumours and media stories, he was not approached to replace Ijaz Butt as the Chairman PCB.

PakPassion interviews Paul Nash - the Commercial Manager of Boom Boom Cricket and the outgoing Chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board - Ijaz Butt.

PakPassion catches up with discarded middle order batsman Fawad Alam and opener Ahmed Shehzad who speak of their aims in the ongoing domestic cricket season in the hope of resurrecting their international careers. PakPassion also speaks with Sadaf Hussain - the lanky pacer from Rawalpindi who set the stage alight with his fiery performances in the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy, as well as Anwar Ali who is in Maldives for the SAARC U-25 Cricket Tournament.

PakPassion are the proud attendees at the launching ceremony of the ICC Reliance T20I rankings.

PakPassion extends its list of foreign interviewees with Tony Greig - the great commentator and David Dwyer - Pakistan's former trainer being the latest addition.

 

Oct-November 2011 - PakPassion's representative attended the spot-fixing trial at the Southwark Crown Court and provided exclusive updates from the site.

PakPassion provides exclusive and interactive coverage of the Test and ODI series as well as the only T20I between Pakistan and Sri Lanka in the UAE. Coverage includes exclusive pictures from the pre-match and match action, full audio of post-match press conferences as well as LIVE updates from match venues, match reports at the end of day's play and match commentary on Twitter. Added to that were the exclusive previews, reviews, insights and discussions with Basit Ali, Saeed Ajmal, Iqbal Qasim, Mudassar Nazar as well as interim Coach Mohsin Khan on a regular basis for his thoughts on the proceedings in the UAE.

 

November 2011 - PakPassion speaks with Sabih Azhar, Pakistan's U-25 coach for the SAARC T20 Tournament in Maldives, ahead of the team's semi-final match.

A close friend of Mohammad Asif confirms to PakPassion that the former pace bowler is in good spirits in Category B Wandsworth prison. A source close to Salman Butt confirms to PakPassion about the formal submission of an appeal against the former captain's sentence.

PakPassion speaks with a number of current Pakistani First Class cricketers for their thoughts on the custodial sentences handed out to the trio of Salman Butt, Mohammad Asif and Mohammad Amir.PakPassion gets a unique opportunity to meet and conduct interviews with a number of New Zealand players, including current captain Ross Taylor, former captain Daniel Vettori, and fast bowling duo of Tim Southee and Kyle Mills.

PakPassion catches up with ex-selector and '80s opening batsman Shoaib Mohammad for his views on Pakistan's Test opening pair of Mohammad Hafeez and Taufeeq Umar.

Former Pakistan captain and wicket-keeper Rashid Latif sends an article to PakPassion.net questioning the intentions behind Lord Condon's latest statements regarding the prevalence of match-fixing in cricket.

PakPassion presents an exclusive interview with exciting Bangladeshi opening batsman Tamim Iqbal.

Shortly after the announcement of Pakistan's squad for the tour of Bangladesh, PakPassion catches up with left-arm medium-fast bowler Mohammad Khalil who speaks of his determination to return to international cricket and how he feels he has an unfinished business to complete.

Former Pakistan Test cricketer Aamer Sohail mentions PakPassion on air on the 16th November episode of Bolain Kya Baat Hai on Geo Super.

PakPassion presents an exclusive interview with former opening batsman and Pakistani commentator Ramiz Raja.

PakPassion speaks with Pakistan coach Mohsin Khan who speaks in detail on a wide range of topics including the effects of the recent changes in rules of ODI cricket made by the ICC, the possible challanges his side is going to face against Bangladesh and its preparations, as well as his willingness to take up the role of coach permanently on the right terms and conditions.

Pakistan allrounder Abdul Razzaq speaks with PakPassion, confirming that he is confident that he will be fit for the start of the Big Bash League in Australia.

PakPassion presents an exclusive interview with the Pakistan-born Netherlands cricketer Mudassar Bukhari and Worcestershire opening batsman Moeen Ali.

 

December 2011 - PakPassion speaks with middle order batsman Azhar Ali about his team's performance in the Test series versus Sri Lanka in UAE as well as his personal performance and his maiden Test hundred.

PakPassion provides match reports of each day's play as well as score updates and match commentary on Twitter throughout Pakistan's tour of Bangladesh.

PakPassion catches up with discarded opening batsman Khurram Manzoor who speaks of his hopes of regaining his place in Pakistan's batting line-up.

A PCB official confirms to PakPassion that the search for coach has now been narrowed down to one recommendation for each of the four vacant positions.

PakPassion catches up with Julien Fountain - a strong candidate for the role of Pakistan's fielding coach. PakPassion also conducts a detailed interview with former Pakistan fast bowler and one of the more vocal ex-cricketers, Sarfraz Nawaz.

In a discussion with PakPassion, former Test cricketer and current SNGPL coach Basit Ali talks about flamboyant batsman Umar Akmal's strengths and weaknesses, asserting that he needs a "change of attitude".

Acting Chief Selector Mohammad Ilyas confirms to PakPassion that Pakistan's squad for the home series against England in UAE will be announced after the conclusion of the Test series versus Bangladesh.

Discarded batsman Yasir Hameed speaks to PakPassion and mentions his desire to meet with the PCB Chairman Zaka Ashraf to discuss his international cricket future.

In exclusive remarks to PakPassion.net, the top run scorer of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy (Division One), Afaq Raheem expresses his satisfaction at his outstanding domestic performance in the season and his hopes of earning an international call-up.

Speaking exclusively to PakPassion.net during the Test series versus Bangladesh, Pakistan coach Mohsin Khan pays tribute to the batting skills of Younis Khan and Asad Shafiq and expresses his hopes for the revival of Shoaib Malik's career.

PakPassion presents an exclusive interview with Test cricketer and Habib Bank captain, Hasan Raza where he speaks of the thrill of making a record-breaking debut, his progress in domestic cricket and his burning ambition to play for Pakistan again.

Speaking to PakPassion.net, an ECB spokesman denies the allegations that the Sharjah Cricket Stadium has been ignored as venue against Pakistan due to its links to alleged match-fixing.

In an exclusive chat with PakPassion.net, Sarfraz Nawaz who has been named member of the PCB's Task Team for the development of domestic cricket, speaks of his aims, hopes and expectations to come up with some good ideas to take Pakistan cricket into the future.

PakPassion presents an exclusive interview with allrounder Azhar Mahmood in which he discusses the highs and lows of his international career and highlights some important issues surrounding Pakistan cricket.

Pakpassion speaks with PIA middle order batsman Faisal Iqbal on the eve of his team's day/night final match of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy (Division One) versus ZTBL at the National Stadium Karachi to be played with a pink ball under floodlights. PP also provides regular score updates on Twitter as well match reports at the end of each day's play.

PakPassion catches up with Pakistan Under-19s coach Sabih Azhar who speaks of his high hopes for the next generation of Pakistani cricketers and identifies some of the young talent as names to look out for.

Zulqarnain Haider speaks with PakPassion.net about resurrection of his career, the lessons learnt and his aspirations for the future.

PakPassion catches up with opening batsman Nasir Jamshed who expresses his satisfaction at his performance in the recently concluded Quaid-e-Azam Trophy and his strong ambition to play for Pakistan again.

A source close to the injured left-arm pacer Junaid Khan tells PakPassion that his fitness levels will be tested in a forthcoming domestic Under-23 regional match.

PakPassion presents an exclusive interview with Bazid Khan where he talks about the influence of his family on his career, his views on domestic cricket and his chances of regaining a spot in the national side.

 

January 2012 - PakPassion extends its line-up of foreign interviewees, with Kenyan legend Steve Tikolo, Australia's Aiden Blizzard, India's renowned commentator Harsha Bhogle and Pakistan's ex-coach Geoff Lawson being the latest additions. PakPassion also presents a detailed, insightful interview with former Test cricketer and selector Saleem Jaffar.

Sources close to the Pakistan Cricket Board confirm to PakPassion that Dav Whatmore will arrive in Pakistan via India, to sign a 2 year deal with the PCB as Head Coach.

PakPassion covers the India tour of Australia, bringing live updates from the venues as well as previews and reviews of the Test matches.

Banned pacer Mohammad Amir's elder brother Mohammad Saleem speaks with PakPassion about the fast bowler's release and his impending return home.

PakPassion presents reports from the honourary dinner for Pakistan team's performance in the year 2011, as well as Dav Whatmore and Julien Fountain's arrival and subsequent meeting with the PCB Chairm and the press conferences held at Lahore.

PakPassion speaks with  discarded Pakistan wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal about the Bangladesh Premier League and also report Julien Fountain's signing with the Dhaka Gladiators for the BPL.

PakPassion learns that some high profile names, including Shoaib Malik and Kamran Akmal are set to miss out on Central Contracts. PakPassion also learns that Pakistani cricketers are not keen on the tour of Sri Lanka scheduled for June 2012.

PakPassion continues to promote the young blood as we conduct brief interviews with Tabish Khan, Fahad Iqbal, Umaid Asif, Haris Sohail and Rahat Ali for our Talent Spotter series.

 

Jan-February 2012 - The Pakistan versus England series in the UAE proves to be one of the busiest series for PakPassion as we continue to bring exclusive pictures, audios and videos during the entire duration of the tour without fail. Coverage includes live commentary on Twitter, daily match reports, exclusive pictures from live action, videos from post-match presentation ceremonies, audios and transcripts of press conferences by the likes of Andrew Strauss, Alastair Cook, James Anderson, Kevin Pietersen, Eoin Morgan, William Porterfield, Boyd Rankin, Stuart Broad, Chris Tremlett, Graeme Swann, Monty Panesar, Ian Bell, Misbah ul Haq, Mohsin Khan, Younis Khan, Mohammad Hafeez, taufeeq Umar, Asad Shafiq and Azhar Ali. PakPassion does not only cover the international Test, One day and T20 matches but also the two warm up games between ICC XI and England XI, and England XI and PCB XI as well as the training/net sessions of the Pakistan team. In addition to this, were the exclusive previews and reviews from various ex-cricketers and experts, including Azhar Ali and the coach Mohsin Hasan Khan and assistant coach Aqib Javed themselves, Usman Salahuddin, Mohammad Nabi, Mudassar Nazar, Tauseef Ahmed, Saqlain Mushtaq, Mohammad Zahid, Aamer Sohail, Asif Iqbal, Javed Miandad and Mushtaq Mohammad.

February 2012 - PakPassion speaks with the hard-hitting opening batsman Awais Zia shortly after his name appears in Pakistan's T20I squad for the three-match series versus England.

PakPassion presents an exclusive interview with the inventor of the "doosra", the masterful offspinner of the past, Saqlain Mushtaq where he speaks of his disappointment at a curtailed international career, his views on the spinkings Muralitharan and Warne and his yearning to help shape the future of Pakistan cricket.

PakPassion catches up with the Pakistan Under-19s coach Sabih Azhar soon after the team's tour to South Africa.

PakPassion also speaks with Yasir Arafat and Yasir Hameed on their hopes and ambitions for a recall to the national team.

PakPassion is proud to present an exclusive interview with the West Indian fast bowling legend, Courtney Walsh. PakPassion also interviews offspinner Mohammad Nabi who is an integral part of the Afghanistan team.

PakPassion are the proud attendees of the official media launch event for the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2012 held at Gabba, Brisbane.

PakPassion speaks with former Pakistan captain Mushtaq Mohammad who calls upon the selectors to bite the bullet and introduce youth to an aging ODI squad.

Intikhab Alam speaking with PakPassion from lahore confirms Whatmore's expected arrival in the first week of March to sign his coaching contract.

Speaking with PakPassion, former Pakistan pace bowler Sarfraz Nawaz calls for a life ban to be imposed upon Mohammad Amir, Salman Butt and Mohammad Asif.

 

March 2012 - PakPassion speaks with former Pakistan spinner Iqbal Qasim shortly after his appointment as the Chief Selector, replacing Mohammad Ilyas. Sources close to Mohammad Ilyas confirm to PakPassion that Ilyas' resignation from the post was down to some key decisions that he was unhappy about, including the selections of allrounders Shoaib Malik and Mohammad Hafeez.

PakPassion speaks with Pakistan's outgoing bowling coach Aqib Javed who looks back on his involvement with Pakistan cricket and the future talent at its disposal as well as giving insight to his future plans as the bowling coach of UAE.

PakPassion speaks with opening batsman Awais Zia on his return from the UAE where he made his T20I debut against England.

Allrounder Rana Naved-ul-Hasan speaks with PakPassion and denies any involvement in any kind of spot-fixing related activities in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL).

PakPassion presents an exclusive interview with offspinner Mohammad Nabi who is an integral part of the vastly improving Afghanistan team.

Former Pakistan fast bowler and coach Waqar Younis speaks while speaking with PakPassion, backs the appointment of Dav Whatmore as Pakistan's head coach.

PakPassion speaks with former Pakistan captain Rashid latif and allrounder Azhar Mahmood, both of whom back Mohammad Akram for the role of Pakistan's bowling coach.

PakPassion continues to interview the young, up and coming talent, with Quetta's wicketkeeper Bismillah Khan, Pakistan U-19 captain Babar Azam and Hyderabad's Aqeel Anjum. PakPassion also catches up with the discarded Pakistan opening batsman Ahmed Shehzad on his return from the BPL.

PakPassion presents an interview with Mohsin Hassan Khan who speaks in detail about his experience as Pakistan's interim coach and also expresses his disappointment at the events leading to his removal from the post. PakPassion also conducts a detailed interview with former Chief Selector Salahuddin Ahmed.

PakPassion speaks with Intikhab Alam about the appointment of a bowling coach for the Pakistan team.

PakPassion catches up with allrounder Azhar Mahmood soon after his return from the Bangladesh premier League where he was adjudged the "Most Valuable Foreign player".

Based on a conversation in strict confidence with a Pakistani cricketer, PakPassion reports about the low match fees for the players participating in the Faysal Bank Super 8 T-20 Cup.

A source informs PakPassion that banned pacer Mohammad Amir's meeting with the PCB officials was fruitful and that the nineteen year old left-armer is keen to commence the process of rehabilitation.

A PCB official confirms to PakPassion that opening batsman Nasir Jamshed's name being linked to the alleged bookie was not sinister and that the left-hander was in the clear.

PakPassion catches up with the right-handed batsman from Karachi, Rameez Raja jr. who speaks of his performance in the domestic season, his experience at the Bangladesh Premier League as well as his hopes and aims of getting selected for the ICC World Twenty20 in Sri Lanka later this year.

PakPassion speaks with Afghanistan allrounder Mohammad Nabi following Afghanistan's success at qualifying for the fourth edition of the ICC World Twenty20 to be played later this year.

PakPassion speaks with the Chairman PCB Zaka Ashraf on a variety of topics, ranging from Pakistan's victory at the Asia Cup, the team's coaching staff, the restoration of international cricket in the country as well as the board's plans for banned teenage pace bowler Mohammad Amir's rehabilitation.

PakPassion catches up with Pakistan's Under-19 coach Sabih Azhar about some of the exciting prospects who, in his view, will feature prominently as future stars for Pakistan.

Pakpassion reports about the highly rated middle order batsman Usman Salahuddin's decision to skip the high profile domestic Twenty20 tournament in order to play domestic cricket in Bangladesh.

PakPasion interviews Pakistan Under-19's left-handed opening batsman Sami Aslam who speaks of his interest in crickt, his education, favourites and hopes and aims for the future.

PakPassion catches up with fast bowler Mohammad Sami during the Faysal Bank Super 8 T-20 Cup in Rawalpindi. Sami speaks of his hopes and aims of taking the trophy to Karachi.

Several Pakistani cricketers who participated in the inaugral Bangladesh Premier League confirm to PakPassion that they are yet to receive all of the match fees that are due to them from the BPL.

PakPassion speaks with former Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik regarding the performance of his team Sialkot Stallions in the Faysal Bank Super 8 T-20 Cup as well as his hopes of reclaiming a spot in the national team.

PakPassion speaks with teenage pace bowler Zia-ul-Haq's mentor: former Multan and UBL fast bowler and current coach at Gaggu Mandi Cricket Club Nadeem Iqbal about Zia's early days at the club.

 

April 2012 - PakPassion catches up with discarded Pakistani opener and the winner of the Best Batsman of the Tournament award at the Faysal Bank Super 8 T-20 Cup 2011-12, Khalid Latif regarding his team's sixth loss in the domestic T-20 final as well as his hopes of making an international comeback.

PakPassion launches its "Help Gaggoo Mandi Cricket Club Appeal" to raise funds that would be utilised for purchase of equipment and urgent repair of club facilities.

PakPassion speaks with Sialkot's lanky pace bowler Umaid Asif shortly after his team's triumph at the Faysal Bank Super 8 T-20 Cup - their seventh domestic T-20 title win.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) confirms to PakPassion that the 5-minute long educational video in English by Mohammad Amir on behalf of the ICC's Anti-Corruption and Security Unit (ACSU) will also be produced in Punjabi and Urdu.

PakPassion speaks with former Pakistan batsman Basit Ali for an exclusive review of the recently concluded Faysal Bank Super 8 T-20 Cup.

In an exclusive article for PakPassion.net, members of the British Universities squad Kemal Alam and James Wallace give a glowing account of their trip to Pakistan and try and disprove some of the myths associated with the hesitance by foreign teams to tour Pakistan.

PakPassion catches up with left-handed opening batsman Nasir Jamshed soon after Pakistan's triumph at the Asia Cup to discuss his return to international cricket.

A source close to the PCB confirms to PakPassion.net that former Pakistan leg-spinner Mushtaq Ahmed had held a 2-hour meeting with Intikhab Alam to discuss the possibility of a role in the Pakistani cricketing structure.

PakPassion speaks with Mohammad Amir's school teacher and cricket coach Asif Bajwa to discuss the banned pacer's mental state and chances of his return to international cricket.

PakPassion is honoured to present an exclusive interview with Aleem Dar, a member of the ICC's Elite Panel of Umpires and three-time winner of the Umpire of the Year award.

In his latest blog for PakPassion, former speedster Mohammad Zahid sheds light on the plight of young, upcoming cricketers at the Gaggoo Mandi Cricket Club.

PakPassion speaks with former Pakistan captain Asif Iqbal to discuss the pros and cons of Bangladesh's tour of Pakistan.

PakPassion presents an exclusive interview with Pakistan's fielding coach Julien Fountain who speaks in great detail about the technical aspects of fielding, his aims and hopes as well as his thoughts on the recently concluded domestic Twenty20 tournament.

PakPassion catches up with former Pakistan fast bowler Sarfraz Nawaz who expresses his dismay at the manner in which Bangladesh tour of Pakistan was postponed.

PakPassion speaks with the latest teenage pace sensation Zia ul Haq about his introduction to the game of cricket, his inspirations, hopes and ambitions.

PakPassion speaks with the CEO of the Federation of International Cricketers' Association (FICA), Tim May to discuss the ongoing delays and non-payments of money owed to the players who participated in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL).

PakPassion proudly presents an exclusive interview with the former captain of Pakistan's blind cricket team, Abdul Razzaq who speaks of his childhood ambitions, the highs and lows of his career and sheds light on the current state of Pakistan's blind cricket.

PakPassion presents an exclusive interview with former Pakistan wicket-keeper and ex-Chief Selector Saleem Yousuf.

PakPassion catches up with selector Saleem Jaffar to discuss all-rounder Azhar Mahmood's chances of national selection.

 

May 2012 - PakPassion catches up with promising all-rounder Hammad Azam who speaks of his ambitions and desire to establish himself in the Pakistan team and succeed at the international stage.

PakPassion brings the audio and transcript of the press conference by the Chairman PCB Zaka Ashraf, Chief Selector Iqbal Qasim, Pakistan's Test and ODI captain Misbah ul Haq and the newly appointed T20I captain Mohammad Hafeez.

PakPassion presents an exclusive interview with the highly rated upcoming left-arm spinner from Sialkot, Raza Hasan. PakPassion also speaks with another promising youngster, Rahat Ali on the day of the announcement of the pacer's inclusion in the Pakistan squad for the tour of Sri Lanka.

PakPassion catches up with former Pakistan captain Zaheer Abbas for his thoughts on all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez's appointment as pakistan's T20I captain and the squad selection for the tour of Sri Lanka.

PakPassion presents an exclusive interview with Sialkot's Mohammad Ayub Dogar shortly after his selection in Pakistan's Test squad for the series against Sri Lanka. PakPassion also catches up with discarded opening batsman Yasir Hameed about his hopes and aims of an international return.

PakPassion presents an exclusive interview with former Australian off-spinner and current Chief Executive of the Federation of International Cricketers' Association (FICA).

PakPassion speaks with former captain and coach Waqar Younis on the subject of the appointment of Mohammad Hafeez as Pakistan's T20I captain and the squad selection for the tour of Sri Lanka. PakPassion also speaks with former Chief selector Salahuddin Ahmed (Sallu) for his thoughts on the same subject.

PakPassion speaks with Intikhab Alam on the PCB's search for a bowling coach and a venue for the series against Australia.

PakPassion speaks with Saqlain Mushtaq regarding the delay in payments to the cricketers who participated in the exhibition match between International XI and Asia XI in Canada.

PakPassion reports from the fast bowlers training camp as well as the Pakistan team's training camp for their preparations for the Sri Lankan tour. Coverage includes live score updates fromt he site of action as well as the audios and transcripts of the press conferences by Pakistan captain Misbah ul Haq, coach Dav Whatmore, off-spinner Saeed Ajmal and T20I captain Mohammad Hafeez.

PakPassion presents an exclusive interview with the world record holder and Pakistan's recently appointed hockey captain Sohail Abbas prior to the team's departure to Malaysia for the Azlan Shah Cup 2012.

In exclusive remarks to PakPassion.net, the CEO of Emirates Cricket Board Dilawar Mani confirms his offer to host the Pakistan versus Australia series.

PakPassion catches up with discarded middle order batsman Fawad Alam who speaks of his hopes of an international return as well as his aims regarding the Pakistan Champions Cricket League (PCCL) in Karachi organised by former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif. PakPassion also speaks with the forgotten pacer Mohammad Irshad on his call-up to the fast bowlers' camp at the NCA.

PakPassion also speaks with the coach of the most successful domestic T20 team, Sialkot Stallions on the news that his team is likely to be a part of the Champions League T20.

PakPassion is proud to present an exclusive interview with Pakistan coach Dav Whatmore where he talks about a variety of topics including the role of media in Pakistan, the domestic set-up, the quality of players available for selection, and much more.

PakPassion presents an exclusive interview with former Pakistan opening batsman and current Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL) coach Wajahatullah Wasti.

PakPassion speaks with promising batsman Asad Shafiq about his international career so far, his first international hundred and his preparations for the Sri Lankan tour.

PakPassion brings exclusive pictures of the Pakistan team's new training and playing kit supplied and designed by AJ Sports.

PakPassion speaks with former Pakistan coach Mohsin Hasan Khan for a preview of Pakistan's tour of Sri Lanka.

June 2012 - PakPassion presents an exclusive interview with one of the most exciting fast bowling coaches of this era, Ian Pont who has been a leading practitioner in his field.

In exclusive remarks to PakPassion.net, President of Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) Mustafa Kamal seeks to clarify his position on the tour of Pakistan and allay fears regarding non-payments of Bangladesh Premiere League (BPL) dues and the future of that tournament.

PakPassion presents an exclusive interview with Mohammad Yousuf where he speaks of his plans whilst in the United Kingdom, his determination to represent Pakistan once again despite his age and how he intends to feature in all of next season's domestic cricket competitions in Pakistan.

In his latest blog for PakPassion, former Pakistan captain Amir Sohail discusses the T20I and ODI series' against Sri Lanka, Umar Akmal and Ahmed Shehzad.

PakPassion speaks with former captain and wicket-keeper Rashid Latif regarding his brainchild - the Pakistan Champions Cricket league (PCCL) in Karachi, its purpose, the quality of cricket on display as well as his unwavering determination and aim to continue to serve Pakistan cricket.

PakPassion speaks with pakistan team manager Naveed Akram Cheema on the eve of the second ODI between Pakistan and Sri Lanka regarding the mood in the Pakistan camp and their preparations for the second ODI.

PakPassion presents an exclusive interview with the Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Zaka Ashraf where he speaks of his meetings with the BCCI Chief N Srinivasan, the chances of an Indo-Pak series in the near future as well as his plans regarding the domestic Twenty20 league in Pakistan.