Saba Karim

Rishabh Pant missed out on a century against Afghanistan, falling for 81 after a miscued attacking stroke. Former player Saba Karim suggested fatigue and dehydration, rather than poor shot selection, contributed to the dismissal. Pant's innings was crucial in India's strong first-innings total.

Former selector Saba Karim believes Virat Kohli is a certainty for the 2027 ODI World Cup due to his consistent performances and fitness. In contrast, Rohit Sharma faces significant pressure to improve his fitness and batting to be considered for the tournament. Kohli's evolving strike rate and commitment impress selectors, while Rohit's recent IPL form raises concerns.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a historic second consecutive IPL title, defeating Gujarat Titans by five wickets. Captain Rajat Patidar's leadership drew comparisons to MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma, with former selector Saba Karim highlighting his role in fostering team clarity. Patidar's remarkable rise from replacement player to title-winning captain, earning respect among world-class teammates, was also emphasized.

Former selector Saba Karim suggests India's T20 team may see a major transition before the 2028 World Cup, with Suryakumar Yadav's place under scrutiny due to inconsistent form. Karim also backs Rajat Patidar for captaincy, citing his IPL success, while questioning Hardik Pandya's leadership. Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is also highlighted as a potential national selection candidate.

India's upcoming Test against Afghanistan highlights emerging talent, with Ravichandran Ashwin particularly keen to watch all-rounder Harsh Dubey. Kuldeep Yadav is set to lead the spin attack in Ravindra Jadeja's absence, supported by Washington Sundar. Mohammed Siraj is expected to spearhead the pace attack, potentially alongside uncapped Gurnoor Brar, offering a glimpse into India's future stars.

Sourav Ganguly revealed he personally scouted MS Dhoni, travelling to Jamshedpur to witness his domestic prowess before his national selection. Ganguly emphasised fast-tracking exceptional talent, believing it crucial for player development. This philosophy, coupled with Saba Karim's initial praise for Dhoni's six-hitting ability, led to his swift integration into the Indian team, shaping a legendary career.

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane faced widespread criticism for batting first against Punjab Kings despite rain forecasts and a weakened bowling attack. Former cricketers like Anil Kumble and Saba Karim questioned the surprising decision. The match was eventually abandoned due to rain, with KKR struggling at 25/2, leaving both teams to share points.

KKR, in search of their first win of the season, were rocked early as Xavier Bartlett struck twice in the space of three balls.

The IPL 2026 is gaining momentum as teams settle in, with Rajasthan Royals, RCB, PBKS, and Delhi Capitals looking strongest. ‘Rivalry Week’ promises key clashes, including MI vs RCB, CSK vs KKR, and SRH vs CSK. With historic rivalries, balanced head-to-heads, and rising young stars, experts expect thrilling, high-stakes encounters that could shape the season’s direction.

Former India wicketkeeper and national selector Saba Karim said that Virat Kohli has been sacked as the India ODI skipper due to his inability to win an ICC trophy.

Former India wicketkeeper-batter Syed Saba Karim is surprised with the Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) decision to make pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah the vice-captain of the team for the three-match One-day International series against South Africa.

Former India stumper Saba Karim said that a present day wicketkeeper in international cricket necessarily needs to be an accomplished batsman also.

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane drew sharp criticism for choosing to bat first against Punjab Kings despite a rain forecast. Experts like Anil Kumble and Ravichandran Ashwin questioned the decision, especially with an inexperienced bowling attack. The move backfired as KKR lost two early wickets before rain halted play, leaving them struggling.

The upcoming edition of the Ashes is one which both teams - Australia and England - go in with some amount of controversial baggage. The Aussies are having to deal with the Tim Paine episode, which has also meant that they have had to suddenly unveil a new captain and also look for a replacement wicket-keeper good enough to handle the rigours of Test cricket.

World Cup 2011, a realistic film based on the nexus between the underworld and betting in the cricket world, has startling inputs by cricketers-turned-commentators, Nikhil Chopra and Saba Karim.

With India's two match T20I series against Ireland scheduled to begin on June 26 its a good time to analyse the importance and the significance overall of the bigger cricket playing nations taking on the emerging teams in bilateral series as far as growing the sport of cricket is concerned. Saba Karim feels it is very important for the larger and more established cricketing nations to play the minnow teams regularly.

Saba Karim, the BCCI's General Manager (Cricket Operations), is learnt to have quit from his position and a formal announcement on the same is likely soon. Karim had come on board in December 2017, with the then CEO Rahul Johri presiding over the appointment. Karim's exit comes a week after the board accepted Johri's resignation. His replacement is yet to be discussed.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) just like any other sporting body around the world has been hurt by the economic hurdles that has accompanied the coronavirus pandemic. And GM Cricket Operations Saba Karim's position is under the scanner as there is a thought that he isn't bringing too much to the table.

The BCCI extended the services of noted cricket administrator Ratnakar Shetty, the Board's general manager (Game Development), till March 31.

If anyone in the Indian cricket fraternity can understand Mark Boucher's pain of calling it quits after serious eye injury, it is former India stumper Saba Karim.

Mahendra Singh Dhoni's illustrious 15-year-long international cricket career was a journey of transformation from an unorthodox wicketkeeper-batter to one of India's all-time greats.

Saba Karim extends Ramzan greetings to people

The limited use of Decision Review System was always planned for the Ranji Trophy semi-finals and not from the knockout stages, clarified BCCI's general manager of cricket Saba Karim on Tuesday.

The Rahul Dravid era of coaching in Indian senior men's cricket began with an emphatic 3-0 series win in the T20I series vs New Zealand. That was followed by a draw in the first Test against the Black Caps. The hosts looked like they were going to win the encounter in Kanpur, before the Kiwi tailenders and bad light combined to deny them a win. Despite a few hiccups, individual player form etc, Team India overall ticked most of the boxes on a track that was not a rank turner.

CM Nitish Kumar will felicitate ten Biharis in New Delhi on March 18 with Vishisht Bihar5i Samman at the Bihar Shatabdi Utsav.

In Begusarai, tensions flared into chaos when a group allegedly linked to Harivansh Narayan Singh made a brazen attempt to seize 37-kattha of farmland from Mohd Saba Karim. Reports indicate that the aggressors ploughed the land with a tractor, punctuating their intimidation tactics by firing shots at Karim's allies.

The BCCI has invited job applications for the post of General Manager - Game Development - following Saba Karim's resignation as overall in-charge of cricket operations.

Virat Kohli's form is one raging topic in the cricketing world and ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup later this year, debates over his place in the playing 11 have gained momentum.

The Committee of Administrators (CoA), which often questions BCCI office bearers' foreign visits, was on Monday put in a tight corner after treasurer Aniruddh Chaudhry raised questions with regards to GM (Cricket Operations) Saba Karim's impending tour of UK.